Infrared (IR) illumination provides a highly-effective enhancement for video surveillance in complete darkness. Axis Communications unveiled several new network cameras featuring its IR functionality including pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ), and fixed dome cameras, bullet, fisheye and panoramic cameras, and discreet sensor units. Together, these bring IR capability to almost any surveillance environment and answer an increased market demand. IR’s ability to allow cameras to literally ‘see in the dark’ is an obvious additional benefit to video surveillance for a number of reasons, from allowing 24/7 surveillance without the need for additional lighting, to enabling ultra-discreet surveillance in sensitive locations. By launching several new cameras which feature built-in IR illumination, Axis is delivering the benefits of IR in the most cost-efficient, easily installed way to almost any indoor or external surveillance need. In addition, Axis OptimizedIR technology, featured in some of the new models, is the company’s own smart, power-efficient and patented IR LED technology. It optimally uses the light to enable an even illumination over the complete camera view. Sudhindra Holla, Sales Director – India and SAARC at Axis Communications commented, “We are seeing high demand for this technology from enterprises in India with the growing emphasis on safety and security. This product further showcases our commitment towards innovation, lowering power consumption with high quality LED technology. We look at aggressively creating more awareness of this product line with our ecosystem of partners across the country.” Specific new cameras being launched include: AXIS Q6125-LE With OptimizedIR reaching 200m (656ft) or more, combined with a directionally discreet and compact dome design, makes this camera perfect for city surveillance applications. The built-in IR LEDs are seamlessly adaptable to the camera zoom, while Axis Sharpdome technology provides full scene fidelity and sharp images both above and below the horizon. In addition to these features, AXIS Q6125- LE delivers HDTV 1080p with fantastic image quality, 30x optical zoom, speed dry function, and includes AXIS Guard Suite analytics. AXIS M3057-PLVE & AXIS M3058-PLVE With great overall performance and capabilities such as Axis OptimizedIR, Lightfinder, Forensic WDR and Zipstream technologies, these new single-sensor panoramic cameras are perfect for providing 180°/ 360° coverage indoors as well as outdoors. AXIS M3057-PLVE features a 6-megapixel sensor, while AXIS M3058-PLVE features a 12-megapixel sensor and stereographic lens. The design focus has been to provide flat, discreet and easy-to-install cameras, and they arrive from the factory ready-focused. AXIS Companion Eye mini L and AXIS Companion Bullet mini LE Designed for use with AXIS Companion video management system, Axis introduces two mini cameras that are up to 70% smaller in size than the existing cameras in the AXIS Companion product line. AXIS Companion Eye mini L is a fixed mini dome with a compact design for indoor use and AXIS Companion Bullet mini LE is an outdoor-ready fixed, bullet-style camera. In addition to builtin IR for surveillance in dark conditions, both cameras are attractively priced and offer high-quality video in HDTV 1080p and 2 MP resolution, wide dynamic range technology to handle scenes with complex light conditions. They require AXIS Companion Recorder for system completion. AXIS P1447-LE & AXIS P1448-LE As new additions to AXIS P14 series of compact and cost-effective, outdoor-ready bullet cameras, AXIS P1447-LE and AXIS P1448-LE add several features to the series to support all-round, day and night surveillance with excellent image quality in any light condition. AXIS P1447-LE brings 5MP resolution, while AXIS P1448-LE features 8.3MP/ 4K Ultra HD resolution. Both new cameras include support for audio, wider temperature specifications, IK10 and shock detection, in addition to OptimizedIR. AXIS FA3105-L Axis is launching its first sensor unit with built-in IR illumination in the modular camera category, AXIS FA3105-L. With its small size and eyeball design, the sensor unit is ideally suited for installation together with other sensor units and AXIS FA54 Main Unit, to meet the varying surveillance needs in retail. Supporting Forensic WDR in addition to built-in IR illumination, this 1080p sensor unit delivers outstanding image quality, 24/7. AXIS P3717-PLE AXIS P3717-PLE sets a new bar for multidirectional cameras in terms of image quality, performance and features. This compact 8-megapixel camera with its four varifocal lenses, enables high-quality 360° overview and details in multiple directions – making it ideal for surveillance of wide areas, outer corners of buildings, and intersections of hallways or roads. With 360° IR illumination, Forensic WDR, Lightfinder and Zipstream, this camera delivers excellent image quality in all light conditions. With just one IP address and one network cable needed, alongside remote zoom and focus, the four-camera-in-one unit provides a flexible and cost-effective solution.

With VideoNetBox 3 from Dallmeier, medium-sized companies can quickly and easily set up a complete video security environment for up to 16 HD video streams. VideoNetBox 3 combines the proven SMAVIA recording and analysis software with compact, fanless and energyefficient server hardware. This means shops, petrol stations or other small manufacturing companies can quickly and easily implement thorough security concepts for their operating environments. The highlights of the new solution: Support of all Dallmeier camera models including Panomera®. Comprehensive analysis and viewing functions. Integration of site maps. Mobile App viewing and monitoring Branch-office connectivity also in low-bandwidth areas. Two SMAVIA client licenses included. Fanless and energy-efficient (max. 15 Watt) appliance. Integration of third party manufacturers via ONVIF.

Oncam, the leading provider of 360-degree video capture and business intelligence technology, has recently introduced the Evolution 180 Outdoor model to its 180-degree camera portfolio, adding to the indoor version introduced earlier this year. The technology builds upon the experience and heritage of the company’s 360-degree video and intelligence solutions to meet the needs of customers in a variety of markets that require an outdoor-ready wall-mounted camera with Panoramic+ views from a single fisheye sensor. The Evolution 180 Outdoor camera boasts an IP68 rating making it fit for submersion, as well as an IP69K rating against water and dust ingress to help protect it from the harshest of environments. The enclosure is also IK10+ rated, ensuring extensive protection against vandalism. The camera’s design combines strength and appeal to form a reliable, pleasing aesthetic that doesn’t compromise on image quality. The Evolution 180 Outdoor offers a 12MP sensor and a 6MP dewarped Panoramic+ image. It is equipped with Oncam’s unique Angle Compensation Technology and Offset Angle Compensation, which provide adaptive dewarping of a 180-degree image in the camera. It is also a true day/ night camera which allows users to get high quality video in all lighting conditions. Environments that benefit from this unique view include education, hospitality, retail, public spaces and transportation, which demand comprehensive monitoring of large open spaces without blind spots. The solution is also ONVIF Profile S compliant for added integration flexibility with leading video management systems on the market today. “The Evolution 180 Outdoor makes a great addition to our 180-degree panoramic product range,” said Jon Marsh, Vice President of Product, Oncam, “The robust and attractive outdoor model has been tailor-made for true panoramic views, with both the camera and lens optimized to give customers more pixels on target than any other panoramic camera. The camera has been designed with ease of installation paramount, aimed at simplifying its set up. We’re proud of the technology used inside this product. The housing it comes in supports and enhances our pride.”  

IDIS® is providing flexible, in-depth training support for its partners with the launch of a new suite of online learning tools. Three new e-learning modules covering DirectIP® solutions, DirectCX® and the IDIS Center video management software (VMS), have been designed specifically for engineers, project managers, and technical consultants. These intuitive flexible e-learning courses can be used at the right time and place to suit each individual learner. The courses include training ideos, reviews of equipment operation manuals and assessment sections designed to test and confirm understanding. Users can access the new courses very simply through the IDIS website, www.idisglobal.com, where e-learning is accessed via the partner’s dropdown with a user-name and password provided by IDIS. From the training area dashboard, users can see at-aglance, which courses have been started and completed. They can also keep up to date with the latest information about forthcoming training resources including webinars and live training events. After completing each course and passing the certification exam with a minimum score of 75%, the trainee will receive an online certificate. “With these enhanced training tools, we are putting control of learning directly into the hands of individual engineers and consultants,” says James Min, Managing Director, IDIS Europe, “Our e-learning modules will allow them to up their skills, or refresh what they already know, at exactly the time that suits them.”