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VMS Industry in 2021: Video Technology at the Frontline of Demand and Opportunity

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 26, 2021November 14, 2024010 mins

Sandesh Kaup, Country Manager, Milestone Systems, India & SAARC The 2020 pandemic is one of the biggest watershed moments in modern history. In the last year, we have seen the world coming to a halt. However, thanks to technology, we were able to find new ways to carry on, to connect, and work remotely. The video management system (VMS) industry, too, is guided by the responsibilities to invent, innovate, and leverage technology progress to enable the world to thrive in the new next. In the coming months and years, we can expect to see more innovative and emerging technologies coming together and forming new trends. Here are the four megatrends that we see will influence and impact the industry in the coming times. Formative AI Formative AI is a megatrend, an umbrella term shaped by emerging technologies of preceding years – Aggregation, Automation, and Augmentation – that can dynamically change in response to situational variances. It demonstrates how fast-emerging technologies are forming new trends. As per Gartner, formative AI will be used to streamline mathematical and machine learning models and will be fine-tuned over time. It will impact technologies such as AI-augmented design, AI-augmented development, ontologies and graphs, small data, composite AI, adaptive machine learning (ML), self-supervised learning, generative AI, and generative adversarial networks. Formative AI enables application developers and UX designers to create solutions using AI-enabled tools with real-time interactive feedback to improve the usability of software and intelligent products. The most advanced can generate novel models to solve specific problems. Gartner predicts that future machine learning models will be based on Formative AI, which will impact technologies such as AI-augmented design, AI-augmented development, ontologies and graphs, small data, composite AI, adaptive machine learning (ML), self-supervised learning, generative AI, and generative adversarial networks. Distributed Cloud Distributed clouds are cloud services that are distributed to different physical locations, where the operation, governance, updates, and evolution of the services are taken care of by the public cloud provider. Distributed cloud is also termed as the next generation of computing, as it retains the advantages of cloud computing while extending the range and use cases for the cloud. Distributed cloud is the first model that incorporates the physical location of cloud-delivered services as part of its definition. In earlier models, the location was never factored into the service, which inspired the term ‘cloud computing. Specifically, the proposition of enabling low latency compute with the distributed cloud is essential to the VMS industry, where moving a significant amount of data from physical on-premise sites is simply not an option. In the distributed cloud, computing can also happen at the edge, if required. With the distributed cloud, evolving models of cloud computing can be leveraged for every business opportunity. Composite Architecture According to Gartner, a future ‘composable enterprise’ is designed to respond to rapidly changing and decentralized business needs with packaged business capabilities built on a flexible data fabric. Composable enterprise embraces the API (Application Programming Interface) approach delivering business outcomes through the assembly and combination of packaged business capabilities. Composite architectures enable integrated enterprises to work seamlessly and change with the requirements without having to rebuild or reinstall the entire solution. It enables an open data fabric to serve a variety of core and add-on solutions. Digital Ethics With changing intricate technology that deals with users’ data, the ethical use of technology plays a very important part. Until now, ethics was mostly centered on compliance and risk. In the upcoming times, digital innovation governance will not just be a compliance metric but the basis of business operations. Ethics must be a key offering in the business, with digital ethics linked to concrete business key performance indicators. One of the trends within digital ethics is Responsible AI which focuses on ensuring ethical, transparent, and accountable use of AI technologies in a manner consistent with user expectations, organizational values, and societal laws and norms. Responsible AI can guard against the use of biased data or algorithms, ensuring that automated decisions are justified and explainable. Organizations can initiate their active role in promoting the responsible use of technology by signing end user license agreement (EULA) with their partners, which is a legally binding agreement between partners, solution providers, or even associated software and hardware components, media, printed materials, online or electronic documentation, and any updates or corrections. Organizations can also sign the Copenhagen Letter, a technology declaration that Milestone co-authored to aspire to open an honest public conversation about the power of technology and how technology should enhance the quality of life and adopt a corresponding Copenhagen Clause into their own agreements. These four new megatrends and the acceleration of emerging technology adoption in the last year have placed video technology at the frontline of new creative demand and opportunity in the VMS industry and adjacent markets like retail, transportation, and smart cities. The underlying technology of physical security systems that have been used for security, loss prevention, and access control is now taking on new types of use cases such as heat mapping in public spaces, crowd counting, improving the retail experience etc. For instance, video analytics analyses the behavior of the objects captured and reports if any unusual movements or abnormality is detected in the footage. Thermal cameras and crowd counting solutions, likewise, can be integrated with an open video management system to help alert authorities in real-time if a spot gets too crowded and where social distancing norms are flouted. Again, in retail stores, video analytics are helping store managers manage footfalls and help customers avoid close contact inside the store by designing single flow routes and store exit points, where people can avoid meeting one another. Also, in addition to assisting in complying with COVID-19 guidelines, these technologies are being employed to protect employees’ and customer’s health when we ultimately re-open for business.

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Focus Webinar on Best Practices in Managing New Normal

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 26, 2021November 14, 202407 mins

“AI-powered End-to-End Thermal Video Technology Solutions can Protect Businesses” Ashish Dhakan FOCUS (Forum of Critical Utility Services), recently hosted its 3rd knowledge series webinar with the theme ‘Best Practices in Managing New Normal’ – CCTV & movement control by adopting latest technologies (artificial intelligence & machine learning). In his opening remark V. Suresh, President, Forum of Critical Utility services, said, “The pandemic has permanently changed the nature and landscape of work, and both employees and employers are already adjusting to this new reality. Technology plays a central role in this new normal, which will change the definition of the workplace. Deployment of new solutions will provide additional safety for those who are working in healthcare, hospitality industry, government, educational institute, retail, project management, manufacturing, worship places. This event is aimed to provide you knowledge on practical implementation of solutions.” In his keynote address as a Chief Guest, Ashish P. Dhakan, MD & CEO, Prama Hikvision India and Chairman – Security at FOCUS, briefly gave an overview of the ongoing efforts to minimize the pandemic risks through AI enabled thermal technology and solutions. He said, “In these challenging times FOCUS is doing lots of good works, which is an incredible thing. Being proactive and creating awareness about security technology is an empowering vision for all the stakeholders’ of critical utilities. The need of thermal screening technology in the Security and surveillance industry under the present circumstances is felt more than ever.” He further added, “The challenge today is how to ensure public safety as efficiently as possible, without affecting the business interests. As we adjust to a new way of life, businesses must embrace innovative ways to optimize the density and flow of people through their premises, to protect workers, customers and visitors, while also protecting their businesses. The AI-powered end-to-end video technology solutions can support businesses of all sizes in this endeavour.” After the keynote address, Vinay Mishra, Senior Vice President, Prama Hikvision India Pvt. Ltd. gave his presentation on AI-powered end-to-end thermal video technology solutions related to temperature screening, mask detection, flow control and social distancing solutions. He elaborated on the key features of the technology and the advantages it offers in various application scenarios like hospitality, healthcare, retail, banking, education and transportation verticals. He further added, “For even greater reassurance, businesses can add in thermal and mask-detection camera technology, to help ensure people are safe to enter a location in the first place. AI-powered cameras can intelligently identify whether someone is wearing a mask, while can also effectively checking their skin-surface temperatures. Equipped with this information, staff can take appropriate action to reduce the risk of viral spread.” As a co-presenter in the FOCUS webinar, Ashish Gujarathi, AVP, Non CCTV products (access control, intrusion alarm, VDP and perimeter security) explained the key functions of thermal technology, contactless facial recognition terminals with temperature screening and mask wearing alerts, walkthrough metal detector door with temperature screening, flow control, people counting and social distancing solutions. He further elaborated on key aspects of thermal technology and systems that are helping to protect people and businesses. He explained, “Intelligent video cameras such as those within flow control solution use people-counting technology coupled with dynamic digital signage to display how many people are entering and leaving a building or indoor area. The cameras feature highly accurate 3D binocular vision and deep learning algorithms to accurately count the number of people flowing through, even in the busiest sites with multiple entrances and exits,” At the webinar, the Prama Hikvision representatives had a Q&A session with the participants and answered the queries. The webinar was moderated by K.P. Dominic, Chairman of Marketing & Events, FOCUS. A.L. Narasimhan, General Secretary, FOCUS, thanked all the participants, presenters and the chief guest for making the 3rd Knowledge Series webinar a resounding success. The webinar had the convergence of end-users, industry leaders, academic experts, system integrators and partners, which provided a unique opportunity for sharing the latest technology knowledge, experience, and ideas to provide a solution in the times of pandemic.

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Covid Pandemic & Future of Virtual Training in PSI Domain

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 20, 2021November 14, 2024031 mins

Anil Puri CMD, APS group A thought leader and an action catalyzer rolled into one – Anil Puri is a rare combination of a visionary, and one who has mastered the art of strategic and tactical thinking to the core. He has been using this combination to seed new ideas and to lead them to their implementation on-ground. This has been a consistent feature of his career. He has rich experience of approximately 35 years in corporate in diverse domains & from functional managerial level to apex as chairman of a corporate group. Training has been very close to his heart and has always occupied center stage in planning the businesses. He has been instrumental in building a team of highly qualified training professionals on Pan India basis to develop security protocols and deliver client and site specific training to enable the security personnel at premises of esteemed clientele. He has established ‘APS Centre of Excellence’ a training institution, a state-of-the-art training facility accredited with MEPSC and approved by PSARA Controlling Authority which has earned a place for itself in skilling of security personnel in PSI domain. He has also pioneered the virtual training of security personnel within the APS Group. Concept of Mobile Training Van was also his brain child which has risen in popularity chart. Here he has chosen to share his thoughts on the impact of Covid pandemic and future of the virtual training in PSI domain. INTRODUCTION It’s been unprecedented time across the globe. The Covid-19 pandemic has led to many significant changes in the way we live, learn and work. The novel Coronavirus or Covid-19 has changed how millions around the globe are educated and skilled. The spread and the fear of infection of Coronavirus has shut down almost all training centers and educational institutions. In the wake of an unprecedented lockdown period, the skilling ecosystem/ educational system is moving online as far as possible, turning classrooms into online spaces and teachers into virtual educators. Various authorities in their respective domains and realms, at the MNC corporate level/ at the higher educational institutions, and/ or at the school level, have been proposing the setting up of virtual classrooms for e-learning. The institutions for the past one year have geared up in full stream to conduct remote learning. The new paradigm shift in approaches to learning have not only narrowed down the equality gaps but also introduced innovative solutions for skilling in the sector. Many training academies, schools and universities throughout the country are attempting to provide some form of virtual learning with the help of virtual teachers and virtual platforms available. The government is formulating policies to foster digital skilling. There is a concerted effort to enhance the digital infrastructure to help facilitate the use of innovative educational tools. In the near future, digital skilling will no longer remain a novelty but an essential mode of imparting education. With digital transformation, parallel to the education sector, skilling system in PSI is bound to readjust itself by redefining how we learn and what we learn. Digital technology is also helping overcome language barriers – for learning material to be made available in multiple regional languages is a more feasible option when effected digitally. Innovative e-learning platforms have been gaining huge popularity. Students can attend classes and participate in discussion forums online, at their convenience, from their offices, homes and so on. Over the past few months, millions of students and teachers have adopted online education and skills. This includes the vocational education apparatus like technical training institutes focused on practical and shop-floor training, which have also transitioned to online delivery. TRADITIONAL MODE OF TRAINING IN PSI Traditionally, training in PSI domain has been predominantly run on ILT (instructor led training) pattern – face to face basic training conducted at PSA owned training centers as mandated by PSAR 2005. Post basic training – OJT and on site training – are conducted at client’s premises through ILT by trainer. Bulk of the time, this takes the shape of instructor mainly refreshing the skill sets acquired during the basic training with special emphasis on practical handling of security and safety equipment, access control, visitor management, material management, crowd control, handling of unruly customers, handling of emergencies, prevention of theft & pilferage, POSH and fire safety training. At most of the times this training is imparted outdoors at the space earmarked by the client. Client specific training is also conducted using same modus operandi. Most of the MNCs and organizations from IT & ITES domain have dedicated training rooms but balance of 99% employers premises are devoid of any dedicated indoor training rooms/ areas. Most of the times, the dedicated training rooms are occupied for conduct of ‘in house training programs’ as part of the corporate trainings which are being regularly run for the regular employees on their pay roll. These in house corporate training programs are not security related but generally have linkage to adoption of new technology, new processes, awareness drives about new business initiatives in specific domains and up gradation of skill sets required to be acquired by the employees to take it forward. Security personnel are always the last priority. The open space in the premises within the tight time window of availability of few minutes of change of deployment shifts of security personnel thrice in a 24 cycle. Duration of training is limited to 30 to 40 minutes and limited to the scope illustrated above. Indoor training is limited to PPT and training videos on standalone mode but no interface with client network because of cyber security protocol. Selected few have started using the mobile training vans to fill in the void of the dedicated training room at client premises. However, this has proved to be an effective tool of delivery of training but did not offset the requirement of the virtual training necessitated by Covid pandemic. IMPACT OF COVID PANDEMIC When Covid-19 struck in early 2020, everything changed dramatically. Forced into lockdown mode…

Case Study

Wisenet Camera Captures Live Images of Volcano Eruption

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 14, 2021November 14, 202402 mins

The Wisenet XNP-6040H PTZ camera, manufactured by Hanwha Techwin, is being used by media company MBL, to stream live video to the world of the eruption and despite the exposed conditions, it is proving to be more than up to the job by continuously capturing 2-megapxiel colour images of the volcanic activity. The camera was installed in February 2021 following on from the start of strong seismic activity within the Reykjanes Peninsula. This included several 5+ magnitude earthquakes and thousands of smaller ones, with an eruption occurring on 19 March 2021. The last eruption was approximately 800 years ago. The XNP-6040H, which was supplied to MBL by Hafnesehf, Hanwha Techwin Europe’s authorised distributor in Iceland, was installed within a weather-proof housing and is powered by solar panels. “We are delighted to have had the opportunity to provide MBL with a robust and reliable camera to help them share images of these dramatic event which we understand has attracted viewers from around the world,” said Hafnesehf’s Manager, Hafliði Jónsson, “The intention is for the camera to remain in place long term so that in addition to entertaining the general public, it can also be a valuable resource for geology students and volcanologists”.

Case Study

Axis EN Installation Protects Ho Chi Minh City’s Latest Upscale Apartment Complex

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 14, 2021November 14, 202406 mins

An intelligent network of 20 Axis EN fire panels from fire and life safety systems manufacturer, Advanced, has been installed at HaDo Centrosa Garden in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. HaDo Centrosa Garden is a 70,000m2 development of eight 30-storey luxury residential towers and 115 town houses located in the heart of Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City. The upscale condominium complex’s facilities will include a swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, fitness centre, rooftop gardens, a park, school, library and commercial centre. A key requirement for this large-scale complex was a system with high-speed networking capabilities to enable instantaneous sharing of communications between panels. To meet this need, fire protection companies Vietsafe and KP Technology chose 20 Advanced Axis EN fire alarm control panels, alongside 3,000 addressable devices, for installation in the eight residential towers. With many successful installations of Advanced products undertaken by both companies, Vietsafe and KP Technology were confident in Axis EN’s ability to deliver the seamless networking needed, while its ease of installation, testing, commissioning and operation would ensure minimal issues once the panels were on site. Le Manh Dung, Director of Vietsafe, said, “An Axis EN fire system was the clear choice for a project of this nature. Advanced is well respected in the fire industry, and its solutions are straightforward in terms of installation and operation thanks to features such as built-in isolators for sequence addressing which considerably reduces installation time.” Axis EN is EN54 parts 2, 4 and 13 approved and its panels can be used in single-loop, single-panel format or easily configured into high-speed, multi-loop networks of up to 200 nodes covering huge areas. Advanced’s reputation for ease of installation and configuration as well as its wide peripheral range make its products customisable to almost any application. Pham Thanh Phong, Director of KP Technology, said, “As a key partner to KP Technology, Advanced is a fire system supplier we can trust to deliver high-performing, high-quality solutions that are easy to install and to use. “Features such as Axis EN’s false alarm management and reduction capabilities are extremely useful in highrise residential sites, such as HaDo Centrosa Garden. Repeated false alarms are not only intrusive, they can also lead to complacency and delayed reactions to real fire alarms. Having the ability to refine and configure protection so specifically, and according to the requirements of specific areas within a building, helps to keep unwanted alarms to a minimum and reduces disruption and risk for residents.” AlarmCalm software comes as standard with any Axis EN and MxPro 5 fire system, taking advantage of Advanced’s high-speed robust panels and networks to offer a best-in-class solution for managing verification and investigation delays to outputs. It allows the false alarm management strategy for a site to be refined precisely and to take account of occupants’ needs and area usage. It also includes the optional AlarmCalm button – a loop device that allows residents or trained staff to indicate whether they believe a signal in their area is due to a false alarm. Tin Le Than, Advanced’s sales and business development manager for South East Asia, said, “As a modern, vibrant complex for thousands of people living and working in the centre of Ho Chi Minh, the fire protection for the HaDo Centrosa Garden development is a key priority. As an industry-leading solution, our Axis EN fire system will deliver complete peace of mind to the building owners and residents of the complex. I am pleased to have been able to support our fantastic partners at Vietsafe and KP Technology with the equipment needed to fulfil their requirements.”

Case Study

Hellenic Police Selects Smiths Detection to help Protect Southern Borders

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 14, 2021November 14, 202402 mins

Smiths Detection, a leading threat detection and security screening technology company, has recently been selected by Hellenic Police to supply two HCVMe High-Energy Mobile X-ray systems for the screening of cargo. Helping to uncover illegal immigrants, threats, contraband and fraud, these two systems will help to secure the EU’s Southern Border. One additional HCVMe system for other security purposes has been contracted by the Hellenic Police, for delivery later this year. The HCVM e35 is a powerful, ultra-compact and fully integrated light mobile platform ideal for inspecting whole trucks, containers and vehicles for threats such as explosives, narcotics, contraband, as well as manifest verification; reducing the need for manual inspection. The HCVM e35 is the smallest mobile screening system available, able to penetrate up to 200mm of steel, while enabling a high throughput of up to 80 trucks per hour. “The HCVMe is a versatile system that allows for quick screening of cargo and trucks to uncover threats and contraband,” said Jasper van Gend, Head of Market, Europe North & East, “We’re delighted to continue supporting Hellenic Police security goals, and to help protect the EU’s Southern borders.” Contract award, delivery, training and commissioning of equipment was completed by Smiths Detection Greek partner, Proton S.A.

Case Study

NEC Provides Customs Procedure System with Face Recognition for Okinawa’s Busiest Airport

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 14, 2021November 14, 202405 mins

NEC Corporation recently announced the provision of an electronic customs procedure system utilizing face recognition at the customs inspection areas of Naha Airport, the busiest airport in Okinawa, Japan. This electronic customs procedure system has also been provided to six other major airports in Japan – New Chitose Airport, Narita International Airport, Haneda Airport, Japan’s busiest, Chubu International Airport, Kansai International Airport and Fukuoka Airport, based on an order from Japan Customs, under the Ministry of Finance. This system is designed to accelerate the customs procedures at leading airports, where NEC’s face recognition technology can confirm travelers’ identities when using the system’s electronic declaration terminal and passing through its exit gates. Moreover, NEC aims to further accelerate customs procedures by enabling baggage to be reported electronically through the use of smartphone applications. NEC’s face recognition technology is the core technology of its biometric identification portfolio ‘Bio-IDiom’ and boasts the world’s No.1 recognition accuracy. About the Electronic Customs Procedure System The electronic customs procedure system consists of customs declaration apps, which simplify customs and declaration procedures for baggage, an electronic declaration terminal, and an exit gate that enables passengers to pass through using face recognition. Exit gate equipped with the world’s No.1 face recognition technology The exit gate is equipped with NEC’s AI engine ‘NeoFace,’ which is the core technology of its biometric identification portfolio ‘Bio-IDiom,’ and has won the world’s No.1 recognition accuracy. The system operates by taking a facial image at an electronic declaration terminal installed at the customs inspection area, this image is then matched with a facial image that is taken by a face recognition camera at an exit gate. Since the face of a person approaching an exit gate is continuously photographed, walk-through authentication is possible, without requiring travelers to stop. Smooth identification contributes to reducing the congestion of customs inspection areas and shortening travelers’ waiting times. Customs declaration apps and an electronic declaration terminal Customs declaration apps and an electronic declaration terminal enable efficient and easy electronic declaration for customs inspections. Travelers enter the contents of their portable goods with customs declaration apps, obtain a QR code, and then read their passport and the QR code with an electronic declaration terminal installed in the customs inspection area. This is considered more simple and easy when compared to preparing conventional forms for the ‘Declaration of Personal Effects and Unaccompanied Articles.’ In addition, during operation of the electronic declaration terminal, a traveler is photographed with a built-in camera and checked against their facial image embedded in the IC chip of their passport. The facial image taken at the terminal is only used for identification processes and is deleted in an appropriate manner after use. NEC has already provided biometric identification systems, including face recognition, to approximately 50 airports around the world. NEC will continue to strengthen its efforts to develop solutions and services in support of the ‘NEC Safer Cities’ business domain and contributing to the realization of safe, secure, and prosperous communities.

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QNAP Introduces the Halfwidth Rackmount QSWM2108R-2C 2.5GbE & 10GbE L2 Web Managed Switch Series, Providing Costeffective High-performance Network Management

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 13, 2021November 14, 202404 mins

QNAP® Systems, Inc., a leading computing, and storage solutions innovator, recently released the QSWM2108R-2C Rackmount Layer 2 Web Managed Switches. Featuring 2.5GbE, 10GbE and practical Layer 2 management functions, the QSW-M2108R-2C enables efficient bandwidth utilization for an entry-level network management solution. With its half-width design, the QSW-M2108R-2C is an ideal storage solution for server rooms in small businesses and organizations. The QSW-M2108R-2C comes with two 10GbE SFP+/ RJ45 combo ports and eight 2.5GbE RJ45 ports (ten ports in total) and is compatible with 10GbE and NBASE-T technologies to support five speeds (10Gbps, 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps and 100Mbps) using existing Cat 5e and 6a cables. The QSW-M2108R-2C also provides Layer 2 management functions (such as LACP, VLAN, ACL and LLDP) via a user-friendly Web GUI for efficient bandwidth controls and enhanced security. With a half-width rackmount design, two QSW-M2108R-2C can be installed in a 1U rack space for efficient physical space utilization and tidy cabling. “With increasing demand for high-speed networking in small businesses, the QSW-M2108R-2C integrates 2.5GbE and 10GbE high-speed interfaces,” said Frank Liao, Product Manager of QNAP, adding “the compact QNAP QSWM2108R-2C switch allows users to install 1 or 2 models in a 1U rack space to flexibly deploy bandwidth and enjoy an easy-to-use Web GUI to simplify network setup and management.” The QSW-M2108R-2C is one of the few web-managed switches that supports the Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) and is compliant with IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet and IEEE802.3x Flow Control in full-duplex mode. Users can deploy small/ medium-scale networks that support expansion, redundancy, and loop prevention, while avoiding packet loss from unparalleled bandwidth, and reducing power consumption for low-speed and inactive connections. With its smart cooling system, the QSW-M2108R-2C switch ensures high-speed network performance while minimizing distracting background noise. Key specifications QSW-M2108R-2C: 10 ports (2 10GbE SFP+/RJ45 combo ports and 8 2.5GbE RJ45 ports. Compliant with IEEE 802.3x and IEEE 802.3az; Auto Negotiation; QSWM2108R-2C is compatible with 10GbE and NBASE-T technologies to support five network speeds (10Gbps, 5Gbps, 2.5Gbps, 1Gbps, and 100Mbps).

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Bosch Introduces Multi-Imager Camera with Built-in AI to Support Predictive Solutions

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 13, 2021November 14, 202406 mins

The new FLEXIDOME multi 7000i cameras combine multi-directional overviews with actionable insights for wide-area coverage applications. Bosch introduces the new FLEXIDOME multi 7000i camera family offering IR and nonIR models that provide 12- or 20-megapixel resolution to deliver highly detailed multi-directional overviews. These overviews are combined with built-in artificial intelligence (AI) to support predictive solutions in wide-area coverage applications such as intersections, public spaces, and retail. Each image sensor, offering 3- or 5-megapixel resolution, attaches a layer of metadata to video feeds to convert video data into actionable insights. It helps customers anticipate unforeseen events and prevent them from happening. The cameras offer maximum flexibility since every image sensor can be configured independently with up to 16 video analytics rules, enabling customers to decide what to focus on per scene. The FLEXIDOME multi 7000i cameras uphold the Green Way promise – a unique approach that ensures the cameras support sustainable business practices with remote maintenance, configuration, and device management. Draw valuable insights from captured video footage with built-in AI The cameras’ built-in Intelligent Video Analytics and Camera Trainer, both forms of AI, use metadata to add sense and structure to captured video footage. Camera Trainer, based on machine learning, enables system integrators to tailor Intelligent Video Analytics to detect objects or situations that matter most to their customers. These analytics generate valuable insights to support predictive solutions that help operators react before a possible threat or unwanted situation occurs. These insights can help city planners improve experiences by identifying bottlenecks that compromise the flow of people or cars through public spaces or at intersections. In retail applications, it can recognize customer footfall hotspots to inform the positioning of high-margin products to increase sales. Cover multiple directions with a single, robust, convenient solution The image sensors have a multi-exposure high dynamic range of up to 120 dB, reducing shadows and balancing uneven exposure to distinguish objects and facial features of pedestrians easily. All IR models have an integrated 360-degree infrared feature which enables image capture in pitchdark conditions over a distance of up to 30 meters (98 feet). Ease of installation The FLEXIDOME multi 7000i cameras offer four image sensors with one IP address. They only require a single Video Management System license, and can be installed with just one cable. Each of the four image sensors can be independently set up using three-axis movement along a circular track, allowing the capturing of images from practically every angle. The cameras have a built-in USB-C port that accepts a Wi-Fi dongle to enable configuration via the Project Assistant when no local network is available. This approach results in maximum convenience, less cabling, shorter installation and set-up time and, therefore reduced costs. The Green Way promise – supporting sustainable practices The Green Way promise is a unique approach that ensures FLEXIDOME multi 7000i cameras are designed to maximize convenience and minimize costly on-site visits, which reduces travel and CO2 emissions. System integrators can work with customers remotely to perform services such as changing configuration settings or installing firmware updates, ensuring the system meets the highest reliability standards. By enabling integrators to commute less, save time and reduce harmful environmental emissions, Bosch supports sustainable business practices. A solution built on trust The FLEXIDOME multi 7000i cameras are secure by design. They offer a systematic approach centered on a built-in Secure Element hardware with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) functionality, safely storing all certificates and cryptographic keys needed for authentication and encryption. The approach offers extensive user management to ensure only authorized users have access to data, supports a Public Key Infrastructure set-up, and provides software sealing to detect changes in the cameras’ configuration settings. The Secure Element also supports RSA encryption key lengths of up to 4096 bits, ensuring data safety well beyond 2030.

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Prama Hikvision Launches HeatPro Series Cameras to bring Accurate Perimeter Defence and Fire Detection to Mass Market

MassMediaLink India LLP SecurityLink IndiaJune 13, 2021November 14, 202405 mins

Prama Hikvision, the India’s leading video security solution providers has launched HeatPro, a new thermal series of cameras designed to provide affordable all-weather deterrent and alerts. It is especially useful in perimeter protection and fire prevention applications. The HeatPro series cameras feature deep-learning thermal video analytics for perimeter protection, and object temperature measurement and fire detection with real-time alarms. Features like accurate human/ vehicle classification, visual and auditory alarms for perimeter protection, and speedy temperature exception alarms for fire prevention make them ideal for SMB (small and midsize business) applications. Perimeter defense with AI When securing a perimeter, higher accuracy and a low false alarm rate can help reduce operation costs. The HeatPro series achieves this by developing powerful video analytics based on deep learn ing algorithms, radically reducing false alarms. The cameras focus on short-range perimeter protection (0-50 meters), where they deliver target detection and classification. The use of AI means that the cameras can distinguish between a person and a vehicle. This comes in especially useful when the two targets are close together. Traditionally, they can only be recognised as one ‘target,’ but intelligent algorithms mean that they can be detected separately, increasing accuracy. Thermal cameras are also able to easily locate potential threats in zero visibility conditions, where a conventional camera could not. They do this by detecting the latent radiation emissivity of an object, so not relying on visible light. This means they can operate in all-weather conditions and the darkest night. They also don’t emit light, which means their presence is not obvious, making them useful in scenarios where they need to be hidden. The HeatPro series is also designed to be efficiently and quickly installed, with a simple, three-step deployment, bringing setup time down to 30 seconds. Traditionally thermal cameras require specialist engineers to configure and double check, takes both extra time and energy. HeatPro cameras have been designed with installation time and effort in mind – they are simpler to install and so installers can spend more time correctly configuring for optimum operations, and the lowest false alarm rate possible. Temperature measurement for fire prevention The HeatPro Series is also equipped with the ability to measure temperature. This process is very useful in a scenario where overheating could lead to fires. The camera can provide non-contact temperature measurement for fast and visible detection. This means that action can be taken earlier, potentially preventing a fire from the very beginning. The camera can trigger a fire alarm faster than a smoke sensor. The temperature measurement function can also be used to help check any potential overheating issue and troubleshoot problems. The series contains a number of different models and options, with bullet and turret forms, and Bi-spectrum or single lenses. The cameras can be built into a number of solutions, for instance seamlessly working with NVRs, AX PRO alarm systems, and even Hik-Connect for real-time mobile alerts by phone. They can be used in various scenarios – not least: residential buildings, offices, construction sites, car parks, retail outlets and warehouses. “Dedicated to bringing professional protection solutions to the mass market, these cameras provide perimeter protection with unparalleled accuracy, and fire detection with superlative sensitivity,” said Stefan Li, Director of Thermal Products at Hikvision, “Hikvision HeatPro Series provides professional protection made simple.”