Avigilon releases in-ceiling HD dome with special mounting tech

Editor / Provider: Avigilon | Updated: 6/14/2013 | Article type: Security 50

Avigilon welcomed the HD PTZ In-Ceiling dome camera to their product line-up. With the same quality and performance of the HD PTZ, the In-Ceiling dome has a patent-pending mounting technology that dramatically reduces installation time. The new camera also has a removable trim ring so customers can easily customize its color.

“At Avigilon we're always looking for ways to bring innovation into our products,” said Ian Povey, Director of Product Marketing and Management at Avigilon. “Time is money, and that's especially true for integrators. If we can make our product installation more efficient it adds to our customers' bottom line.”

Ease of Installation
The patent-pending mounting technology uses spring-loaded mechanisms to reduce installation times. As a result, no screws are required to secure the camera in the ceiling and the HD PTZ In-Ceiling dome camera takes only minutes to install. The removable HD bubble comes in clear and smoked finishes. It allows for easy painting of the trim ring to suit the camera's surroundings.

Precise and Predictable
The 1 and 2 MP PTZ cameras offer unsurpassed image quality with precise positioning and predictable high-speed tracking. Strengthened by the H3 platform with enhanced HD Stream Management, customers with manned operations, such as large retail stores, airports, petrochemical, casinos, and commercial spaces, will benefit from lower bandwidth and storage requirements.

Hikvision launches 3-MP mini IR range for SMBs

Editor / Provider: Hikvision Digital Technology | Updated: 6/10/2013 | Article type: Security 50

Hikvision has chosen to broaden its IR network camera portfolio with the introduction of DS-2CD2032-I 3MP IR Mini Bullet Camera and DS-2CD2132-I 3MP IR Mini Dome Camera, both of which are specially designed for applications that require extra illumination at night (retail stores, office buildings, residential communities, etc.). The two cameras contain a variety of excellent features, including high resolution video imaging, super low-light performance, DWDR (Digital Wide Dynamic Range), and 3D DNR all of which ensure that superb image quality is captured and recorded regardless of lighting or environmental conditions.

The DS-2CD2032-I and DS-2CD2132-I both incorporate a switchable IR cut filter for true day/night operability. Equipped with enhanced IR LEDs, the two cameras are able to deliver outstanding video images with a long-range visibility of up-to 30 meters in completely dark environments. Images are further optimized with 3D DNR, which works to greatly reduce noise and motion blur. This is in conjunction to DWDR functionality to best ensure image clarity in strong lighting and contrast environments. With the latest 1/3” progressive scan CMOS, the two 3MP cameras can capture sharp and clear images for identification purpose, moreover, they even provide full HD 1080p real-time images as well.

The compact design of these cameras allows for users' different installation needs, and makes these cameras a versatile and affordable choice for any small-to-medium sized business. Additionally, they both carry an IP66 rating for outdoor applications, while the DS-2CD2132-I IR mini dome camera also incorporates vandal-proof housing. Furthermore, the two cameras support Onvif, PSIA, and CGI open protocols for interconnectivity purposes and differing surveillance needs.

In addition, Hikvision's mini IR network camera range includes two other models - DS-2CD2012-I 1.3MP IR Mini Bullet Camera and DS-2CD2112-I 1.3MP IR Mini Dome Camera, with a resolution of 1.3MP.

Hikvision launches 720-TVL analog cam series

Editor / Provider: Hikvision | Updated: 5/30/2013 | Article type: Security 50

Hikvision is proud to announce the release of its 720 TVL analog camera series. Notably, this series features a new technical concept called PICADIS: a "Perfect Imagery Capturing - Advanced Digital Image System". This new analog camera series is designed to empower surveillance users to achieve the highest level of image quality in the analog world.

The new 720TVL PICADIS analog camera series consists of the DS-2CE55C2P Dome Camera, DS-2CE55C2P-IR Dome Camera, DS-2CE55C2P-IRP Dome Camera, and the DS-2CE15C2P-IR Bullet Camera. All of them feature 720TVL ultra-high resolution by employing a 1.3MP (1280x960) image sensor; the effective pixels are more than twice than that of a 960H (976x582) camera. This helps to better capture detailed images for identification purpose.

Images are further optimized with high dynamic range that helps to capture critical detail, including highlights, shadows, and mixed lighting – all the while without compromising on image quality or color accuracy. An Adaptive Local Tone Mapping algorithm is also incorporated to maximize imaging performance.

Excellent low-light performance is another highlight of this 720TVL PICADIS camera. The shutter speed of all four cameras can reach up-to 40ms – even in poor lighting environments. This is twice that of conventional analog cameras. All of these improvements ultimately result in significantly improved camera light sensitivity. Coupled with digital noise reduction, users are able to better discern shapes, sizes, and of course movement in near-complete darkness. The DS-2CE55C2P(N)-IR Dome Camera, DS-2CE55C2P(N)-IRP Dome Camera and the DS-2CE15C2P(N)-IR Bullet Camera even support smart IR to address overexposure issues, while still providing clearer and sharper images.

In addition, the 720TVL PICADIS analog camera series operates effectively in a wide range of weather conditions, including a temperature range of -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F), as well as a humidity level of up-to 90%. The models DS-2CE55C2P-IR and DS-2CE15C2P-IR even support an IP66-rated housing for outdoor surveillance.

Additionally, Hikvision also provides the DS-2CE16C2P-IT3/IT5 720TVL IR Bullet Camera and the DS-2CE56C2P-IT3 720TVL IR Dome Camera. Both feature Hikvision's excellent EXIR infrared array technology and provide best-in-breed illuminators and enhanced low-light performance for any zero-dark environment, indoors or out.

Bosch releases vandal-resistant HD dome series

Editor / Provider: Bosch Security Systems | Updated: 5/30/2013 | Article type: Security 50

Bosch introduced a series of advanced HD cameras that fulfill both these requirements. This successful security breakthrough product range is now complete with the launch of the IP camera FLEXIDOME HD VR. The VR suffix stands for vandal resistant, and this new camera is characterized by robust, compact dome housing – allowing for different imaging platforms in one unified design.

The Flexidome HD VR camera offers a choice of imaging modules: 720p60 for superior, lowlight performance, 1080p for full HD resolution, and 1080p HDR for even the most challenging wide dynamic range scenes. All three modules make use of the same Flexidome design, providing a unique freedom of choice and a unified esthetic for the latest in video security installations. In addition, the camera features Content Based Imaging Technology (CBIT), a Bosch innovation that provides intelligent dynamic image optimization. The CBIT-enabled cameras include two special modes: Intelligent Auto Exposure (iAE), which results in optimal details for objects of interest, plus intelligent dynamic noise reduction (iDNR) that lowers bandwidth requirements by up to 30 percent compared to other cameras.

For ease of use, the new Flexidome HD VR is equipped with an automatic varifocal (AVF) lens. This significantly simplifies and halves the installation time since several cameras can be focused and zoomed remotely from the comfort of the control room. Furthermore, the AVF lens fully exploits the high sensor resolutions available with Bosch super resolution lenses. The camera is housed in a vandal-resistant design, supporting 90-degree horizontal viewing and the full range of mounting options. “The Flexidome HD VR completes our portfolio of HD Security breakthrough cameras,” explains Rob Bertens, Product Manager Video Systems. “It clearly represents a significant step forward in terms of design, image quality, ease of installation, and operation.”

Alongside its advances in operation and esthetics, the new Flexidome camera is a hybrid system, supporting connections to existing analog devices and systems, including spot monitors. It thus allows for a gradual conversion from analog systems to high-tech IP solutions.

The Flexidome HD VR works seamlessly with the Bosch transcoding technology as implemented in the VMS, the video client as well as in the storage solutions from Bosch. Video streams can be viewed from iPad, browser or the free viewing client from Bosch. This makes it ideal for applications in retail stores, restaurants, casinos, airports and public transport.

Bosch's IP standard- and high-definition cameras, encoders and analytics are Onvif conformant and compatible with software and storage solutions of third-party integrators. This is supported by the Integration Partner Program, which gives partners immediate access to online tools for easy integration of management and recording software, video analytics, monitor wall systems and cloud monitoring.

Honeywell IP cams now ONVIF Profile S compliant

Editor / Provider: Honeywell Security | Updated: 5/24/2013 | Article type: Security 50

Honeywells newly expanded line of IP cameras gives you unlimited possibilities to choose whats right for every camera installation. Designed with open IP standards, Honeywell ONVIF Profile S network cameras offer superb picture quality and ensure full interoperability through seamless integration with our portfolio of MAXPRO NVRs as well as third-party NVRs.

Seamless Integration
- Integrate with the full line of MAXPRO NVRs: XE, SE and PE
- Ensure full interoperability by using Honeywell IP cameras with ONVIF-compliant vendor NVRs like Exacq Technologies, Milestone, Genetec and more
- Easily manage devices with fully ONVIF-compliant Profile S protocol cameras

Increased Flexibility
- See more detail when viewing moving objects with progressive scan video - Get significant storage savings without sacrificing image quality through Digital Noise Reduction (DNR)
- Reduce installation time with quick and easy setup through a Web client or NVR

Expanded IP Camera Offering
- Meet exact application needs through a complete IP line of equIP Series and Performance Series cameras
- Enjoy exceptional picture quality with true day/night cameras available in 1080p and 720p wide
- IP/IR Bullet and dome cameras allow you to see in complete darkness

Hikvision introduces night vision analog cams

Editor / Provider: Hikvision Digital Technology | Updated: 5/13/2013 | Article type: Security 50

Hikvision, is pleased to announce the release of its new IR analog camera series at the upcoming IFSEC 2013 trade show at NEC Birmingham, UK, in May. This series is comprised of the DS-2CC52A2P-IT3 700TVL IR Dome Camera, DS-2CC12A2P-IT3 700TVL IR Bullet Camera, and the DS-2CC12A2P-IT5 700TVL IR Bullet Camera. These cameras incorporate Hikvision's EXIR infrared array technology to provide best-in-breed illuminators for any zero-dark environment – indoors or out. Compared to conventional IR analog cameras, Hikvision's high-performance EXIR series delivers the most advanced levels of night-time surveillance available on the market today.

These EXIR cameras provide a highly-efficient light source and enhanced LED light strength. By employing the most advanced thin-film and light-emitting technology, this series provides up-to 30% more illuminant efficiency over traditional LED array technology. Furthermore, the EXIR series even provides a 40% light-extraction rate improvement when compared to traditional models, resulting in stronger light for long-range visibility usage.

To make the most out of IR LED light, EXIR analog cameras produce LED light in the form of a rectangle. This allows a better fit for a screen's normal size (4:3 or 16:9). Additionally, it helps improve LED utilization efficiency and reduce light pollution in the surrounding environment. Images are further optimized with EXIR's luminance uniformity functionality, which eliminates traditional LED lens issues, such as over-exposure at the center of images, as well as darker areas at the corners. Featuring an excellent horizontal resolution of 700TVL, these EXIR analog cameras deliver superb image detail in poorly lit environments, better providing for solutions at industrial parks, harbors, roads, airports, etc.

Specifically, all three models offer a minimum illumination of 0.001 Lux @ F1.2 (0 Lux with IR). However, all provide different IR ranges, giving consumers various additional options. The DS-2CC52A2P-IT3 and DS-2CC12A2P-IT3 provide a viewing range of 30m ~ 40m, while the DS-2CC12A2P-IT5 is designed with a farther IR range of 50m ~ 80m.

Furthermore, excellent heat dissipation, longer lifespan, and greater energy savings are but a few of the advantages that Hikvision EXIR cameras bring. IP66 protection, in both bullet and dome styles, further provide users with options to best fit their specific needs.

Additionally, a horizontal resolution of 600TVL is standard with the EXIR series line, models comprise of Hikvision DS-2CE5682P-IT3 600TVL IR Dome Camera, DS-2CE1682P-IT3 600TVL IR Bullet Camera and DS-2CE1682P-IT5 600TVL IR Bullet Camera.

IP-based video solutions for banks taking root in Malaysia

Editor / Provider: LILIN | Updated: 5/6/2013 | Article type: Commercial Markets

Bank Muamalat Malaysia has moved ahead to adopt IP-based HD video surveillance at its headquarters. The Full HD IP system of 16 LILIN IR, vandal-resistant, 2-megapixel dome cameras is managed on a 16-channel LILIN Multi-Touch stand-alone NVR.

The LILIN NVR116 is a 16-channel, 1080p, real-time NVR with a maximum network throughput of up to 48 Mbps. It also supports up to 8 pieces of SATA HDDs and 1 eSATA.

With this Full HD 1920x1080 HDMI output coupled with a touch-screen monitor, operation of the system and zooming in and out of camera display are made effortless and intuitive by simply touching the monitor screen with one or more fingers.

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Avigilon releases small HD dome

Editor / Provider: Avigilon | Updated: 5/2/2013 | Article type: Security 50

Avigilon announced the world's smallest HD Dome camera. The small yet powerful 1 and 2 megapixel (MP) HD Micro Dome cameras open up the advantages of HD surveillance to budget-conscious installations requiring discreet cameras.

“Stores, hotels, office buildings and restaurants want discreet cameras that provide exceptional image detail. Traditionally, you could get one or the other. Now with our HD Micro Dome, you get both,” said Rick Ramsay, Senior Product Manager at Avigilon. “With this introduction, small and medium-sized businesses can easily transition from analog to HD surveillance.”

Innovative Design
The HD Micro Dome camera is the patent-pending smart cable design that enables the camera's discreet size. By designing the camera's intelligence into the smart cable, Avigilon is able to provide the smallest HD dome camera in the industry. Slightly larger than a golf ball, the discreet HD Micro Dome and the smart cable weigh a combined 70 grams. This small, lightweight camera will ease the transition from analog to HD for end users.

Big Detail
The HD Micro Dome provides a horizontal angle view of 86 degrees at 30 images per second. With an IP66 rating, the HD Micro Dome camera can be used in indoor and outdoor environments. The ONVIF compliant camera is the latest addition to Avigilon's next generation H.264 platform and can be coupled with Avigilon Control Center or other leading video management software suites.

Availability
The indoor and outdoor HD Micro Dome camera with smart cable technology was designed specifically for discreet, budget-conscious installations, like retail stores, office buildings, restaurants and hotels, that want to upgrade their surveillance to high-definition. The HD Micro Dome will begin shipping in August 2013.

Samsung Techwin launches 1.3-MP PTZ dome

Editor / Provider: Samsung Techwin | Updated: 5/2/2013 | Article type: Security 50

With users almost spoilt for choice as a result of the large numbers of megapixel cameras now available, Samsung's new SNP-5300H 1.3 Megapixel IP network PTZ dome is able to stand out from the crowd by offering a 30x optical zoom capability that provides operators with the opportunity to observe close up detail of far away people or objects without pixilation occurring.

“The combination of 1.3 Megapixels and 30x optical zoom has until now been an expensive option,” said Tim Biddulph, IP Product Manager for Samsung Techwin Europe. “The good news is that Samsung's innovative 1.3 megapixel lens technology has made it possible for us to offer the SNP-5300 at a price point which makes it affordable for a wide range of applications.”

Another key feature incorporated into the SNP-5300 is PoE which offers the potential for substantial savings on cable and installation costs, as it means that power can be drawn from the network. It is able to provide sufficient power for all of the dome's features as well as for a built-in heater to work effectively when the outdoor temperature may be as low as -30°C.

The SNP-5300H, which supersedes the highly successful SNP-5200H, has a totally new design. With an IP666 rated external housing, it is smaller and lighter than its predecessor and is equipped with a fan as well as a heater.

With a true day/night capability, WDR technology which makes it ideal for locations where there may be strong contrasting lighting conditions, the Samsung SNP-5300H provides a highly effective PTZ dome camera option for video surveillance projects such as airports, ports and other transport facilities, as well as retail and industrial parks.

Utilising H.264 and MJPEG compression, the SNP-5300H provides the option to simultaneously transmit images to multiple locations at various frame rates and at different resolutions. Up to 10 different users can monitor live images simultaneously on a PC, smartphone or tablet via Samsung' license free NET-i viewer software. At the same time JPEG images of an incident can be attached to an alarm email notification with the facility of storing pre and post-alarm images on an internal SD memory card.

Bosch introduces complete 960H solution

Editor / Provider: Bosch Security Systems | Updated: 4/23/2013 | Article type: Security 50

Bosch Security Systems, is launching a new portfolio of 960H products that capture more pixels per target object for a maximum sensor resolution of 720 TVL—the highest available for the PAL and NTSC standard. With cameras, lenses, digital video recorders and monitors, Bosch is providing customers with a complete end-to-end 960H surveillance solution for every analog application. The portfolio includes affordable products for smaller applications as well as higher-performing systems to meet a range of budget and imaging requirements.

960H image sensors serve as the bridge between standard resolution and high definition solutions. Ideal for capturing fine scene details, they are capable of producing video images with 30 percent higher resolution than previous generation analog sensors. Customers can choose a complete 960H solution from Bosch or integrate the products into existing systems to capture greater detail.

"There is an enormous amount of analog video infrastructure throughout the world, and new systems continue to be installed every day," said Tom Verest, Product Manager, Bosch Security Systems. "With a full portfolio of 960H products, we're enabling current customers to easily enhance their systems, while giving new customers the best in analog image quality."

Cameras in the 960H portfolio include new Dinion and Flexidome models that deliver the best analog image quality and popular features, such as Bilinx technology for verifying camera status, changing settings and performing other functions over the video cable. Customers will also find the most complete 960H bullet camera range with solutions for all distances, as well as affordable and stylish cameras with discrete designs. In addition, a wide range of indoor and outdoor Autodome cameras provide the most cost-effective 960H moving camera solution on the market.

The new Bosch Divar Series of four-, eight- and 16-channel 960H digital recorders deliver the full benefits of the latest 960H high-resolution cameras. Divar can capture and display images in full 960H resolution at rates up to 30 frames per second on all channels. Divar also supports recording in CIF, 2CIF and 4CIF resolutions for backward compatibility with older cameras. The Divar family takes advantage of the latest H.264 video and G.711 audio compression technology to dramatically reduce bandwidth and storage requirements while delivering superb image and audio quality.

The recorders are reliable systems that are easy to set up with intuitive configuration wizards for true plug-and-play installation. Operation is also simple with the familiar Bosch user interface. Customers can view images from any location with the included client software, a web browser or apps compatible with a range of mobile devices.

Rounding out the portfolio, Bosch LED 960H monitors deliver the most accurate and consistent image reproduction. They are designed specifically for security cameras and provide high color saturation.

The complete range of 960H video products conform to the same high quality and reliability standards as the rest of Bosch's product portfolio. They are guaranteed with a three-year warranty and backed by the company's superior customer service and support offerings.