March 11 2010 - Article
Largely looked upon as safe havens just a few short years ago, school campuses have tragically and distressingly become the scene of multiple incidents involving violence and bloodshed.
January 25 2010 - News
The London Overground Rail Operations Ltd. (LOROL) is in the process of implementing the Nextiva IP-based video solution from Melville, N.Y.-based Verint. The project will span 40 stations.
January 8 2010 - Product
Danbury, Conn.-based ComNet Communication Networks introduces ComWorx, a high capacity managed Ethernet switch. The environmentally hardened product provides a high port density in a compact package, according to the company. It also provides Power over Ethernet (PoE) to peripheral devices such as IP cameras and video encoders.
December 23 2009 - Product
Toshiba Surveillance & IP Network Video of Irvine, Calif., announces the availability of the IK-WB30A IP network camera featuring an advanced two-megapixel CMOS sensor.
November 17 2009 - Article
The greater demands megapixel video places on network communications can be effectively managed by understanding where problems can arise and designing systems accordingly. Keys include calculating bandwidth requirements, optimizing network resources, keeping data traffic moving and reducing transmissions.
October 23 2009 - Product
Toshiba Surveillance & IP Network Video of Irvine, Calif., has upgraded its network video recording server software (NVR) to allow users to view, record and playback up to 32 local or remote IP network cameras simultaneously per server.
October 23 2009 - Product
NetMedia, Inc. of Tucson, Ariz., introduces its true megapixel high-definition and high-resolution Power over Ethernet (PoE) IP cameras. The iViewHDTM product line has two models: iViewHD-D1 and iViewHD-2M.
September 28 2009 - Product
Torrance, Calif.-based AMAG Technology releases the new Symmetry EN-9000 series video servers and recorders. The EN-9000 series operates on the edge of the network and is fully integrated with Symmetry Video Management software.
September 17 2009 - News
Pelco's latest version of the Endura IP video surveillance system offers support for third-party IP cameras and third-party storage from manufacturers Arecont, Axis, Panasonic, Sony and IQinVision.
September 14 2009 - Article
ADT Security Services and two subcontractors took on an IP-based video surveillance solution at a new $27 million rail transit parking facility in Irvine, Calif. Under a tight deadline, a supremely coordinated effort was necessary to overcome obstacles before achieving success.
September 2 2009 - Product
Irvine, Calif.-based Toshiba Surveillance & IP Network Video has expanded its line of IP network-centric solutions to include the IK-WD01A mini-dome IP camera. Housed in a compact white dome measuring only 5.5-inches in diameter, it combines state-of-the-art IP video technology.
August 26 2009 - Article
Although megapixel cameras may not be necessary for all applications, there are many where their technology provides an undeniably superior solution. Features like greater detail and wider coverage make them ideal for identification and forensic purposes.
August 26 2009 - News
Vicon Industries Inc. has been awarded a third consecutive contract to provide the Tennessee Department of Corrections with additions and upgrades to its surveillance and security systems.
June 19 2009 - Article
IP storage is a technology whose time has come for physical security. One-third to one-half of the cost of a typical surveillance system today is the storage component, making it the best place to deliver competitive advantage for the security integrator.
June 10 2009 - Article
The CCTV industry is abuzz with talk of an IP (internet protocol) camera takeover. Yet reports of the death of analog cameras are premature. While some IP (or network cameras as they are sometimes called) versions can potentially deliver higher resolution images, analog CCTV cameras continue to offer greater efficiency, lower cost and reliability overall. Before deciding on IP cameras versus analog, it is advisable to first understand exactly what an IP camera is, and is not.