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Growing the Role of Analytics in Video Surveillance

Growing the Role of Analytics in Video Surveillance

The situations that call for intelligent video, also referred to as video content analysis and video analytics, are growing by the day.

BCDVideo Unveils Intelligent Video Recorders

SMARTcontrol Management Software now standard on Nova Series.

BICSI Certified DW Spectrum IP VMS Classes Now Available for 2015

Course qualifies for seven hours of credit.



Vegas Dealers Can Hit the Jackpot with AV Warehouse

HD Technology Showcase is a 2-day event that focuses on the latest in fiber optics, UltraHD, video distribution and networking/IP.

NFL Lays out how footballs will be guarded in Super Bowl

NFL Lays out how footballs will be guarded in Super Bowl

The NFL will add security to watch over the balls

Hacker Startles Nanny via Baby Monitor with Camera

Hacker Startles Nanny via Baby Monitor with Camera

Three strategies to keep you and your children safe from the prying eyes and ears of hackers.

Child Predator Phishing Scam Preys On Parents' Fears

Scam sinks to new lows by targeting parents with fake “child predator in your area” emails.

Milestone Systems Middle East and Africa Expansion

Highlighted at Intersec 2015, strategic roll out in MEA region supports company's leadership.

New Silesian Museum Secured by CEM AC2000

Integrated access control system and biometric technology secure new Polish museum.

Thread Group Adds Somfy and Tyco to Board of Directors

Leaders in home comfort and safety join industry alliance in leadership role.

Two Big Problems with Fingerprint Security

Two Big Problems with Fingerprint Security

One tech expert says biometrics are good, but there are still problems to consider.

Mission 500 Seeking Nominees for 2015 Awards

Corporate Social Responsibility and Humanitarian Award presented at special cocktail reception on April 16th, 2015 during ISC West in Las Vegas.

Black Hawk Helicopters and Massive X-ray Machines to Attend Big Game this Sunday

Black Hawk Helicopters and Massive X-ray Machines to Attend Big Game this Sunday

Government agencies team up to ensure players, coaches, staff and attendees are safe and secure.

New Patent That Eliminates Passwords and Protects Personal Data

National Data Privacy Day marked by new technology from TextPower, SnapID that verifies your identity while simplifying website logins and replaces usernames and passwords.

Security Video Shows UPS Driver Throwing Box, Urinating on House

Security Video Shows UPS Driver Throwing Box, Urinating on House

A seasonal UPS driver in Houston was fired after getting caught on security footage.

Obama Responds to White House Drone Security Breach

Obama Responds to White House Drone Security Breach

What the U.S. President said while in India plus a little drone trivia.

Scallop Imaging Announces ABP Tech as New Distributor Partner

Expanding company's technology and surveillance solutions throughout North and South America.

Ransomware May Lead to Wire Transfer Fraud Business

Executives are being targeted with phishing and ransomware to gain network access.

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  • Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden CM-221 Series Switches

    Camden Door Controls is pleased to announce that, in response to soaring customer demand, it has expanded its range of ValueWave™ no-touch switches to include a narrow (slimline) version with manual override. This override button is designed to provide additional assurance that the request to exit switch will open a door, even if the no-touch sensor fails to operate. This new slimline switch also features a heavy gauge stainless steel faceplate, a red/green illuminated light ring, and is IP65 rated, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use as part of an automatic door or access control system. ValueWave™ no-touch switches are designed for easy installation and trouble-free service in high traffic applications. In addition to this narrow version, the CM-221 & CM-222 Series switches are available in a range of other models with single and double gang heavy-gauge stainless steel faceplates and include illuminated light rings.

  • A8V MIND

    A8V MIND

    Hexagon’s Geosystems presents a portable version of its Accur8vision detection system. A rugged all-in-one solution, the A8V MIND (Mobile Intrusion Detection) is designed to provide flexible protection of critical outdoor infrastructure and objects. Hexagon’s Accur8vision is a volumetric detection system that employs LiDAR technology to safeguard entire areas. Whenever it detects movement in a specified zone, it automatically differentiates a threat from a nonthreat, and immediately notifies security staff if necessary. Person detection is carried out within a radius of 80 meters from this device. Connected remotely via a portable computer device, it enables remote surveillance and does not depend on security staff patrolling the area.

  • Luma x20

    Luma x20

    Snap One has announced its popular Luma x20 family of surveillance products now offers even greater security and privacy for home and business owners across the globe by giving them full control over integrators’ system access to view live and recorded video. According to Snap One Product Manager Derek Webb, the new “customer handoff” feature provides enhanced user control after initial installation, allowing the owners to have total privacy while also making it easy to reinstate integrator access when maintenance or assistance is required. This new feature is now available to all Luma x20 users globally. “The Luma x20 family of surveillance solutions provides excellent image and audio capture, and with the new customer handoff feature, it now offers absolute privacy for camera feeds and recordings,” Webb said. “With notifications and integrator access controlled through the powerful OvrC remote system management platform, it’s easy for integrators to give their clients full control of their footage and then to get temporary access from the client for any troubleshooting needs.”