Have you ever looked at a surveillance image and wondered why the image quality is so poor when compared with the clear, detail-packed images captured by consumer digital cameras or even the newest cell phones?
- By Pierre Parkinson
- Dec 01, 2007
Say you have some pasture land and a few horses. Chances are you won’t install a security system to ensure their safety and security. However, Stonestreet Farm isn’t your run-of-the-mill horse ranch. It’s a thoroughbred horse farm that sprawls over 460 acres in the heart of the bluegrass near Lexington, Ky.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Nov 27, 2007
Thieves know how to spot weaknesses, even when a business has a security system in place. This is exactly what made the Nick Whale BMW dealership in Warwick, England, such a susceptible target.
- By Megan Weadock
- Nov 13, 2007
In addition to becoming one of the most luxurious resort destinations in the world, Wynn Macau hosts what is widely believed to be one of the largest, most fully integrated video surveillance and security systems ever implemented. The facility’s infrastructure is awe inspiring for anyone even remotely interested in technology; for example, the resort features a fully integrated video surveillance and security system that employs a unique networked digital/analog hybrid configuration, including close to 4,000 cameras and 100 displays that makes impressive seem like an understatement.
Mosaic Global Solutions has just released the Mosaic Intelligent Video Management System (IVMS).
Schneider Electric recently completed the acquisition of Pelco. Pelco will be consolidated in Schneider Electric’s accounts as of October 16.
New technologies are taking the world by storm. That means the security industry is in the midst of change and product rebirth. The same holds true for recording devices. DVRs are cost-effective, and NVRs are state-of-theart. Not sure which to choose? Read what Panasonic group manager Steve Surfaro has to say and then decide.
- By Steve Surfaro
- Oct 02, 2007
This fall, students across the country returned to schools that look nothing like those of the past. Today, metal detectors, security cameras and access control readers are all part of the education landscape, especially in larger districts. However, as the rash of school shootings in recent years has shown, violence and crime can happen anywhere.
- By Megan Weadock
- Oct 02, 2007
It seems that life in the 21st century is all about the digital revolution—from talking cars to multitasking smart phones to high-definition digital television sets. Perhaps one of the biggest reality checks of this digital age is the additional training required for professionals who sell, install or even repair such devices to remain competent in their fields. Without continuing education, thousands of professionals and technicians lose work.
- By Fredrik Nilsson
- Oct 02, 2007
The IP video market is growing rapidly, having been accepted as a mature technology with a field-proven record. IP networking of security systems will eventually penetrate the majority of the market—it has too many cost and performance advantages not to do so.
- By Oliver Vellacott
- Oct 01, 2007
THREATS to the safety to the students and staff at all schools in this country have pushed the limits of conventional video security solutions. The tragic events that unfolded at Virginia Tech in April have shown that the safety of students of all ages—from pre-school to college students—is a top priority.
- By Barry Walker
- Sep 21, 2007
WHEN evaluating digital platforms, there are many factors that need to be considered. Understanding real-time recording versus time-lapse recording, defining resolution, calculating storage and more can all prove to be an ongoing challenge for most.
- By Cynthia Freschi
- Sep 21, 2007
Seagate Technology, provider of hard drives for video surveillance applications, recently announced that the company has joined with Avigilon, provider of high-definition surveillance systems, to deliver a breakthrough in high-definition surveillance systems to protect people and property.
Exhibitors at ISC East are taking advantage of the forum to present new products late in the year. Maybe it’s the smaller companies taking control of a more up close and personal kind of tradeshow.
- By Ralph C. Jensen
- Sep 12, 2007
Sentry 360 Security announced Tuesday at ISC East a launch of a new camera with a combination of technology, size and resolution. FullSight IP is a compact, five megapixel, immersive 360-degree camera with on-board video analytics
Mobotix also is showing a new camera at ISC East -- its IP/ISDN network camera especially used for video surveillance and Webcam solution for IP networks.
THE Institute for Advanced Learning and Research in Danville, Va., is a state-of-the-art facility built in 2005 to serve as a catalyst for economic and community transformation in an area recently impacted by the loss of thousands of manufacturing jobs. By providing advanced learning programs, strategic research and technology transfer conferences, and outreach and technology programs in the region of south Virginia, IALR is helping the community's workforce to adapt to a changing economy.
- By Del V. Salvi
- Aug 08, 2007
EMERGING robust video analytics in a broad range of traditional physical security applications highlights the impact of technology in today's world.
- By Steve Goldberg
- Aug 02, 2007