Tech Watch

Oct 1, 2006 12:00 PM

Making security systems easier to use was a big theme at this year's ASIS show (Sept. 25-27 in San Diego), and several suppliers introduced products whose goal is to tie together disparate systems into a manageable whole. There was also an abundance of “neat” gadgets — the pieces and parts that are the functioning components of a tied-together system (a.k.a., edge devices). Here is a sampling of ASIS-announced products. Look in our New Products section in the next few months for more.

Color Network PTZ Dome Camera

SEE CLEAR IMAGES IN ANY LIGHT CONDITION

Panasonic's i-Pro WV-NS202 Color Network PTZ Dome camera incorporates Super Dynamic III (SDIII) technology into a networked platform. This technology provides 128x dynamic range, producing clear images in a range of lighting conditions. Other features include MJPEG and MPEG-4 dual-streaming outputs for simultaneous monitoring and recording at a rate of 30 frames-per-second. The camera has 22x optical zoom, Power over Ethernet (PoE) and a minimum illumination of 0.7 lux. www.panasonic.com/security
Circle No. 21 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Navigation For Firefighters

KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT IN EMERGENCIES

Notifier's ONYX FirstVision is a navigational tool for firefighters and other emergency responders. Using a PC-based touch screen, emergency responders can gather the information needed to pinpoint the source of a fire and calculate the rate at which it is spreading, in what direction and how fast. Firefighters can then quickly locate and extinguish the fire, thus reducing property loss and saving lives. On a 17-in. wall-mounted monitor, FirstVision displays floor plans and the locations of active alarm devices, potential hazards, access and egress routes as well as standpipe, stairway and emergency shutoff locations within a building. With the navigation system, firefighters are able to identify dangerous situations and hazards before they enter the structure. www.notifier.com
Circle No. 22 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Erasable Card Printer

REWRITE CARDS MORE THAN 500 TIMES

Datacard Group's SP25 card printer is a dual-function card printer that handles both color/monochrome and rewritable printing. When using the rewritable feature, cards can be updated with frequently changing information, such as loyalty points or class schedules, or reissued as temporary visitor IDs. This entry-level printer is designed for low volume, manual feed, simplex card printing and is suitable for applications ranging from within education to small corporations, retail and healthcare. www.datacard.com
Circle No. 23 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Situation Management System

UNIFIES CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT

The Orsus Situator is a situation management system for integrated security and safety control rooms. It creates an environment where people, technologies and procedures are unified into one control and management platform. The Situator can connect with sensors, location tracking devices, CCTV cameras, VMD systems, access control systems and communication systems. Features such as integrated incident reporting, event simulation and analysis tools help improve security and safety preparedness. With the Situator, users can plan routine and emergency procedures, monitor activities around the facility in real-time and improve on incident reporting using the analysis tools to find gaps in current procedures. The system reduces human error, maintains regulation compliance and improves the speed and effectiveness of incident response. www.orsus.com
Circle No. 24 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Security and Event Management System

CREATES A CUSTOMIZED COMMAND-AND-CONTROL CENTER

Tyco Fire and Security's Software House C-CURE 9000 is a security and event management system that integrates Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 technology. The system works off a user interface similar to those of Microsoft Outlook and Windows Explorer. Users can “drag and drop” any integrated application onto one monitoring station, thus creating a consolidated command-and-control center. The system provides a tailored display of activities and screens, graphical maps to virtually control security objects and the ability to “drag and drop” cameras into the interface for video integration. Microsoft .NET supports the integration of multiple programming languages, includes technology to make those applications more reliable and offers a higher degree of manageability and security. www.swhouse.com
Circle No. 25 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Multi-Screen Video/Data Wall Controller

WATCH REAL-TIME DISPLAY OF INPUTS

The RGB Spectrum Watchdog multi-screen video/data wall processor is designed for security control rooms, emergency operations centers and mobile command posts. The panel is based on high-performance architecture, which offers flexibility in display and more security than PC-based systems. The processor displays up to six computer graphics and 30 video signals simultaneously on a single screen or a combination of up to four projectors, cubes or flat panel displays. Video inputs are displayed in combinations of singles, quads or nine signals, with borders and labels. Images can be shown in any size, anywhere, within or across screens, in correct aspect ratio or stretched to fit and can be zoomed to emphasize important details. Graphics signals are selectable in up to 1920×1200 pixels in RGB or DV1 format, with output for DVRs, high-definition HD and radar. Motion detection is available on up to 27 user-definable inputs, and system control is managed via Ethernet or an RS-232 port. www.rgb.com
Circle No. 26 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

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