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Pelco™ by Schneider Electric has recently announced a new initiative to deliver fully-integrated, scalable solutions incorporating predictive and automation capabilities. The solutions-led approach helps end users better leverage technology to solve specific application problems, improve their organizations’ effectiveness and respond to a wide range of challenges using Pelco’s VideoXpert™ video management system software. “Today’s world is being driven by the convergence of data from multiple management systems to form a single operational picture of a city, a road network or a facility,” said Robert Beliles, Pelco Chief Marketing Officer, “By focusing on end user problems in all functional areas, not just security, we can offer tailored solutions that provide cities and enterprises a more complete view, enabling them to be more effective and responsive to the needs of their citizens, employees and customers.” New traffic management applications keeps people and vehicles moving Traffic operation managers and engineers often rely on a patchwork of video cameras and third-party platforms to help keep traffic moving and pedestrians safe. A slowdown at one intersection often has a ripple effect, effectively backing up traffic along main thoroughfares and increasing commute times exponentially. The combination of Pelco’s VideoXpert video management system with the wide range of Pelco cameras and video analytics helps cities deploy sophisticated traffic management solutions in a fraction of time with a lower total cost of ownership. Using this solution, traffic engineers can respond appropriately to congestion – whether that means adjusting signal timing or dispatching emergency services. They can also begin to predict pedestrian and traffic patterns to improve traffic flow. By leveraging Pelco’s city surveillance expertise and integration of video and analytics with various communication tools and emergency response platforms, law enforcement officials are able to protect against and rapidly respond to criminal activity, traffic incidents and a variety of other threats. This same approach can be applied to numerous vertical markets supported by Pelco today. VideoXpert enhancements: Aligned with customer wants and needs Pelco is also introducing enhancements to its popular, award-winning VideoXpert (VX) video management system platform, which supports the company’s move toward tailoring solutions to meet the needs of its customers. Included in the VX Pro 2.0 and VX Enterprise 2.2 software releases are advances in detection technology, IT management, cybersecurity, automation, and operational efficiency. Additionally, customers will find a few ‘throwback features’ such as motion pixel search to identify and alert operators to motion within specific camera field of view areas and full de-warping capabilities on the VX Portal web view without having to administer all the client software.

The Vanderbilt ACT365 cloud-based access control and video management solution was received with open arms during ISC West 2018 in Las Vegas, by partners and customers alike, and was also recognized with a 2018 Most Valuable Product (MVP) Award from Security Sales and Integration Magazine. The MVP Awards recognize products that make a substantial impact on integrators and were judged on innovation, functionality, competitive advantages, benefits to the installer or monitoring provider, and benefits to the end user. All 54 entries were judged by a panel of experienced integrators and industry consultants. “Now in its fourth year, SSI’s Most Valuable Products Awards has solidified its standing as not only one of the most credible programs of its kind for the electronic security industry but also the greatest value for entrants,” says SSI Editor-in-Chief/ Associate Publisher Scott Goldfine, “It’s overwhelming for security integrators to keep up with the thousands of products introduced annually. SSI’s MVP Awards provides integrators the valuable service of distinguishing particularly. noteworthy new products, and salutes the manufacturers responsible for them. Both factions benefit by having entries evaluated by independent security integrators and industry consultants. Congratulations to this year’s finalists and winners – you’ve earned it!” ACT365 offers end users 24/7/365 protection for businesses through the software-as-a-service (SaaS) model that eliminates the need for SMBs to invest in and maintain a dedicated IT department or application software. Integrators can assume this role of deploying and managing the infrastructure through the cloud-based solution, resulting in continued recurring monthly revenue (RMR) and continued coverage.  

Quantum Corp., complete line of scale-out tiered storage, archive and data protection solutions for video surveillance environments is now available through Convergint Technologies. Certified with the industry-leading camera, VMS and analytics offerings, Video Surveillance Storage Portfolio Now available through Convergint Technologies these award-winning, intelligent solutions will provide Convergint’s global user community with the foundation for next-generation security, analytics and AI infrastructures – a key challenge facing customers in this evolving market. Multitiered storage for an expansive range of video surveillance environments With an extensive heritage of implementations for environments such as federal installations, transportation, healthcare, higher education and city surveillance, Quantum’s storage portfolio for video surveillance offers a logical fit with Convergint’s strategic direction. The partnership with Quantum enables Convergint to provide its video surveillance and security customers with an expanded range of integrated, scalable solutions for data protection and retention. Powered by its StorNext® parallel file system and data management platform, Quantum’s multitier storage makes the combination of storage performance and data retention more affordable. As a result, customers can not only keep surveillance data longer but also have more budget available to spend on cameras and real-time analytics, for a more effective video surveillance environment. Tony Varco, Vice President, Security Division, Convergint Technologies said, “Convergint’s success stems from the level of service we provide to our clients, and we are continually looking to enhance our ability to meet our customers’ needs. Our partnership with Quantum allows us to maintain our growth strategy with intelligent storage solutions to further deepen and expand the portfolio we offer to customers.” Wayne Arvidson, Vice President, Intelligence, Surveillance and Security Solutions, Quantum said, “Retention time for surveillance data continues to increase, and Convergint understands the value of storage as part of the surveillance and security infrastructure. With their global reach, reputation of excellence, and extensive qualification and vetting process, I’m pleased to have Quantum included among Convergint’s select list of offerings.”

IndigoVision has recently released their Artificial Intelligence powered by BriefCam that include the latest security features in the industry. It has been previewed at recently held ISC West 2018 in Las Vegas. IndigoVision’s Artificial Intelligence powered by BriefCam allows IndigoVision customers to quickly and easily review hours of footage in minutes, rapidly identifying people and objects of interest by object type, attribute, direction, color or size. The recently announced BriefCam v5 introduces new capabilities across all three of the platform’s seamlessly integrated modules, delivering a powerful approach to making video searchable, actionable and quantifiable. The new version enables customers to rapidly realize both the security and business value their surveillance system can provide by innovatively harnessing the process-onceuse-many paradigm throughout the platform. These new features and capabilities are directly aligned with IndigoVision’s offering, providing customers with statistical analysis reports, business intelligence insights, as well as multi-camera search and facial recognition. The user interface is also now entirely browser-based, allowing operators to connect without the need to install any software on their machines. Commenting on this development IndigoVision’s Software Product Manager, Giles Raine said, “I’m delighted that IndigoVision’s technology partnership with BriefCam means that we are on the leading edge of Artificial Intelligence in the security industry, providing IndigoVision customers with the most powerful analytics that use deep learning technology to convert raw video into quantitative, actionable insights.” IndigoVision’s technology partnership with BriefCam began in early 2017, providing IndigoVision customers with a new era of security intelligence. The continual development of Artificial Intelligence is aligned with IndigoVision’s strategic goal of providing their customers with innovative solutions that make them safe.

Avigilon Corporation, a Motorola Solutions company, previewed its new H4 Video Intercom secured entry system and new Control Center System Health Monitoring Service at ISC West 2018. New Video Intercom Secured Entry System The H4 Video Intercom integrates a 3MP camera with a high-performance intercom and features exceptional wide dynamic range, low-light, noise reduction and echocancelling technologies for clear viewing and two-way communication with visitors. Designed to help improve security and simplify everyday operations for security staff, the H4 Video Intercom is well-suited for applications such as retail stores, offices, hotels and educational facilities. Combined with Avigilon Control Center video management software, this secured entry system enables operators to quickly and easily identify and communicate with a visitor before remotely granting access. “For facilities like school campuses, securing main entry points is critical,” said James Henderson, Avigilon’s President and Chief Operating Officer, “We created the H4 Video Intercom so operators have a unified system to quickly communicate with and visually identify visitors before unlocking a door, or instantly locking down an entire facility.” New Control Center System Health Monitoring Service The new ACC System Health Monitoring service is designed to help Avigilon’s Partners proactively monitor and maintain the performance of their customers’ ACC systems. It will feature an easy-to-use dashboard with event warnings that enable remote diagnosis of server and camera status. Avigilon’s Partners will be able to check in on customer sites without having to deploy a technician and assess health notifications prior to arriving on site, saving valuable time and resources so they can support more customer sites. “Our partners have tremendous success deploying ACC systems and this new service will add even more value and opportunity for them,” said James Henderson, Avigilon’s’ President and Chief Operating Officer, “Through the Avigilon Blue platform, we’re providing our Partners with a simple and effective way to centrally manage their ACC sites, ensuring they are regularly maintained and running smoothly.”

Farpointe Data, the access control industry’s OEM for RFID credentials and readers, has recently announced that access control system manufacturers, integrators and dealers will be able to provide their customers with a mobile, smart phone application and hardware that provides free download, user’s choice of smart phone or smart card, and distribution via existing or independent access control software. Multiple Conekt credentials can fit into a single smart phone wallet app. Installer adjustable read ranges can be more than 15 feet (4.5m). The new Farpointe Conekt series provides extremely generous gross margins. “Our channel customers have been requesting a mobile, smart phone solution that eliminates so many of the frustrations that they have discovered with present smart phone apps and hardware,” announced Scott Lindley, General Manager, Farpointe Data, “Therefore, we have gone the extra mile to assure that our Conekt solution provides the easiest way to distribute credentials with features that include allowing the user to register only once and needing no other portal accounts or activation features. By removing these and additional information disclosures, we’ve also eliminated privacy concerns that have been slowing down adoption of this technology.” “We feel this is the type of smart phone-based access control our channel and their customers have wanted,” continued Lindley, “With Conekt, there are no physical cards to order, ship or store, making credential distribution much easier and more profitable. With this app and products, we help our channel customers more straightforwardly enhance existing installations and gain a competitive advantage when bidding on new opportunities. Farpointe has added the features that installers and their end user customers have been New Conekt™ Mobile Credentials/ Readers Eliminates frustrations integrators are having with original phone-based systems wanting for smart phone based physical access control.” With its core compliant to the Certified Common Criteria EAS5+ Computer Interface Standard, Farpointe’s Conekt solution provides increased hardware cybersecurity to resist skimming, eavesdropping and replay attacks. With the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), among others, now holding the business community responsible for implementing good cybersecurity practices, such security has become an increasingly important consideration Leveraging the Security Industry Association’s (SIA) Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP), Farpointe’s Conekt solution will interface easily with control panels or other security management systems, fostering interoperability among security devices.

Arecont Vision® unveiled a complete video surveillance solution that supports both traditional and cloud based project requirements at ISC West 2018. “Our customers have come to rely on the quality, performance and advanced features of Arecont Vision megapixel cameras,” said Brad Donaldson, Vice President of Product Development for Arecont Vision, “Increasingly we have received requests for a video management system and recorders that could be depended upon also. Contera is our answer, offering an advanced, powerful, and full-featured solution to surveillance project requirements.” The Contera video surveillance solution is composed of megapixel cameras (Arecont Vision Mega™ and Contera IP® families), video management system software (ConteraVMS®), video recorders and NVRs (ConteraCMR®), and cloud-based web management services (ConteraWS®) tying it all together. Contera cameras Contera cameras are available in five series of two cameras, each loaded with features and new capabilities to complement the popular and cyber-secure Mega™ camera family. Single sensor Contera cameras are available as indoor or outdoor domes, bullets and micro bullets, with choice of 2 or 5MP. Contera 180° panoramic multi-sensor dome cameras offer fast frame rates (30 frames per second) and integrated IR, with a choice of 8 or 20MP models. “Contera megapixel cameras bring new capabilities, performance and features to the market in an affordable, familiar Arecont Vision design,” said Brad Donaldson, Vice President of Product Development for Arecont Vision, “The Contera family complements the Made in USA, maximum cyber-secure Arecont Vision Mega family of single-, dual-, and multi-sensor cameras, and offer additional choices to our customers.” As with Arecont Mega cameras, Contera cameras feature world-class designs and manufacturing quality. All Contera cameras feature H.264 and H.265 codecs, SNAPstream+™ bandwidth reduction technology, NightView™ color low light technology, and enhanced WDR up to 120db. All models include multi-streaming at full frames per second (fps), defog technology, digital image stabilization, industry-standard security and network protocol. support, and are ONVIF G and S compliant. Most models include both Smart IR that adapts to object distance and angle and an SD card slot for onboard storage. Outdoor models are compliant with the IP66 environmental and IK-10 shock resistance standards. Both the new Contera family and existing Mega family cameras support the Arecont Vision API, offer a three-year standard warranty, and feature MegaLab™ integration support with 3rd party hardware and software applications beyond the ONVIF standards. ConteraVMS The ConteraVMS is an advanced video management system available in standard, premium or professional choices, supporting a maximum of 16, 64, or 128 cameras respectively. The VMS supports single and multi-sensor Arecont Vision Mega™ and Contera cameras, as well as ONVIF compliant 3rd party products that have been integration-tested and validated in the MegaLab™. ConteraCMR ConteraCMR is a full line of cloud managed recorders, with four customizable platform choices. The base NVR Appliance supports a maximum of 8 or 16 POE ports and up to 20TB of onboard video-optimized storage. Moving up, the Compact Desktop NVR server offers up to 32 channels and up to 24TB with optional RAID 5. Next is the Compact NVR Server, in a 2U rackmount form factor that can be configured for up to 24TB with optional RAID 5 for a maximum of 64 channels. The top of the ConteraCMR line is the high performance NVR server, with up to 80TB and RAID 5 options and support for a maximum of 128 channels. The online Arecont Vision SysCon System Configurator™ simplifies selecting the best ConteraCMR platform for specific project requirements. All ConteraCMR platforms include a three-year manufacturer’s warranty. ConteraWS Tying the ConteraVMS and Contera CMR platforms together over the cloud is ConteraWS® (web services). ConteraWS enables recording to occur locally on a ConteraCMR platform (or 3rd party compliant server running ConteraVMS software). Local recording eliminates the pitfalls of resolution and framerate restrictions that can limit other solutions. User profiles and cloud information is all stored in the cloud for convenient, remote access and management. Local administration is not required, reducing complexity and staffing needs. The ConteraCMR recorders can be accessed remotely over the local area network just as in a traditional video surveillance solution. The system can be securely reached from anywhere via choice of a full-featured thick client, mobile apps, Apple TV app, and a multi-browser web client. Video also can be stored in the cloud for important clips, then shared as needed. Management is simplified with access to all ConteraCMR platforms via a single sign-on capability. Instant notification of alarm, motion, or system health events are sent to any authorized recipient via smartphone or computer. Software updates can be applied remotely, reducing time and cost to deploy. There is no need for port forwarding or use of a dynamic domain name service (DDNS). ConteraWS also brings advanced cybersecurity, offering multi-factor authentication, NIST-compliant data encryption, transport layer security, and requiring no open inbound ports. The complete Contera video surveillance solution offers the performance and reliability of local recording with the convenience and flexibility of a cloud application.

Dahua Technology showcased an all-new line of HDCVI 4.0 cameras and recorders at this year’s ISC West 2018 at Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, and brought six new 4K camera models to the market. Incorporating the latest technology advancements, the HDCVI 4K camera provides numerous benefits by combining superior image resolution and functionality with simplicity of installation and implementation. These cameras feature a new generation of ISP chip technology, developed by Dahua Technology and optimized for video surveillance applications. The in-house chip coupled with leveraging existing coax infrastructures serve to lower the total cost of ownership for the consumer (TCO). HDCVI 4K cameras have four times the resolution of 1080p with an approximate 16:9 aspect ratio, which represents the highest over-coax imaging resolution in the industry. Dahua Technology’s latest advancement of the HDCVI 4K line of cameras features Starlight Technology that produces color images in low light applications (down to 0.005 lux). This is a powerful draw for any application looking for high-resolution video, such as financial and various facilities with mission-critical operations that demand high-resolution video over coax infrastructure. “Dahua Technology’s all new line of HDCVI 4K products will change the industry by not only offering 4K over coax, but also offering the first 8-channel and 16-channel HDCVI digital video recorders that record 4K resolution on each channel,” said Jennifer Hackenburg, Senior Product Manager at Dahua Technology USA. Here are some of the key features of Dahua Technology’s all-new line of HDCVI 4K Cameras: Long-distance video transmission The use of network-based 4K technologies presents a challenge for applications that are not equipped to transmit large amounts of data over conventional IP infrastructure at long distances. Fortunately, the HDCVI standard enables analog video transmission at impressive distances without requiring the use of repeaters, and enables the transmission of video, audio and data all over a single RG6 coax cable. The technology enables transmission of 4K-quality video over coax of distances up to 700m (RG6), 500m (RG-59), or 300m using CAT6 cabling. Wide area and improved audio Available in bullet, dome and eyeball form factors, the new A82A series of HDCVI 4K cameras are ideal for surveillance of large areas, capturing video with wide-angle overviews and multiple focus points while maintaining the ability to digitally zoom and focus on fine details. The A82A series is equipped with broadcast quality audio. Plus, the Eyeball and Bullet models offer a built-in microphone. Lower cost and flexibility HDCVI 4.0 technology lowers total cost of ownership (TCO) by leveraging existing infrastructure. By simplifying system design and mitigating rip-and-replacement costs to install new IP infrastructure, HDCVI 4.0 4K cameras can increase performance at a lower overall cost. Plus, the cameras feature a convenient multi-format video output cable on the camera’s pigtail to make switching between AHD, TVI and CVBS as well as existing HDCVI systems easy. Data security HDCVI cameras do not transmit data over a network, allowing the video feeds from these devices to be better protected against hacking. For organizations that require a hardwired system to ensure data security, HDCVI 4K cameras deployed over coax infrastructure offer the ideal highresolution surveillance solution. Storage solution with HDCVI 4.0 XVR, offering 4K recording on all channels Dahua Technology is the first to market with an 8-channel and 16-channel recorder that records 4K video on each channel. This Penta-brid recorder supports HDCVI, AHD, TVI and CVBS video signals and automatically detects the incoming format for easy setup and configuration. The recorder also supports IP video signals, up to 8MB per channel, and its smart H.265+/ H.264+ video compression ensures efficient storage management. Users can enjoy greater system functionality than would otherwise be possible on an analog system. Some other intelligent features are intrusion detection, virtual tripwire, detection of missing and abandoned objects, and detection of a scene change. The addition of these smart analytics can dramatically improve overall surveillance and security for virtual application at any facility location.