Intuitive Control

May 1, 2008 12:00 PM

SPOTLIGHT - OnSSI Ocularis

On-Net Surveillance Systems (OnSSI), Suffern, N.Y., debuted its new software platform for IP video control at ISC West 2008. The Ocularis IP Video Surveillance Management and Control platform consists of an intuitive touch-screen interface that controls a suite of integrated software applications. The non-proprietary, open-architecture system allows security professionals to effectively identify incidents, notify and inform appropriate personnel on- and off-site and manage responsive actions. In addition, the system records all existing cameras for archival use and employs video analytics to detect and filter events.

“The intelligence built into Ocularis crosses several operational parameters,” says Gadi Piran, president and chief technology officer of OnSSI. “While everything is recorded for archival use, we are focused most on what security professionals need to see at any given moment. By using analytics to detect and filter events, Ocularis employs ‘push’ technologies similar to those found in IT management and reporting applications. Fewer people are required to monitor live activity, as the events that are important and meet established criteria are ‘pushed’ to the video screen.” Also as a result, bandwidth-use is reduced to provide an operational cost-savings for the user.

Software applications included in the Ocularis system are a virtual matrix/monitoring system; multi-site/multi-server network video recording and camera management platforms; a graphical user interface with touch-screen, map-driven navigation; a monitoring and control interface that uses a standard Internet browser; a portable client for remote camera access, monitoring and control; and content analytics modules for automated detection and policy-driven analysis of events. The system is scalable to any size application and can integrate OnSSI's existing product offerings to offer existing users a migration path for Ocularis implementation. Ocularis, OnSSI (onssi.com) Circle No. 7 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Parking Control/Guard Booth

FEATURES A VISUALLY APPEALING DESIGN

The parking control/guard booth provides safety for security guards and a welcome interface for visitors. It features extensive electrical, high-output HVAC, data and communication lines, in addition to installed shelving and cabinet units. The booth was designed to enhance its surroundings by complementing the architecture of the building it protects. The design features crown molding fascia and architectural wall treatments. It can be customized for specific security needs including the addition of bullet- and blast-resistance capabilities. The Palm, B.I.G. Enterprises, (bigbooth.com) Circle No. 8 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Day/Night Network Camera

FEATURES H.264 DUAL-STREAMING COMPRESSION

The ultra wide dynamic range day/night network camera features content aware storage, intelligent networking, analytic detection and object search built into the unit. The camera features full D1 output at 30 frames-per-second and is tri-powered for Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), 24vAC and 12vDC, making it suitable for indoor and outdoor applications. The camera can store up to 160 GB of video and is network-friendly, requiring bandwidth only during critical events. Alarms are sent to the operator as short bandwidth-friendly video clips. Video streaming may be initiated by the operator on a camera-by-camera basis. A “Click & Search” capability allows users to search for a customer or vehicle across terabytes of video by clicking on their image. Results are displayed within seconds. The camera features an open API to enable simple integration with third-party video management software and central archive storage systems. VideoIQ iCVR, VideoIQ (videoiq.net) Circle No. 9 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Rackmount Video Power Supplies

DESIGNED TO POWER UP EIGHT, 16 OR 24 VIDEO CAMERAS

The power supplies offer selectable 24vAC or 28vAC outputs with the ability to shut down any output when needed. They are available in eight, 16 or 24 outputs in a compact 1U rackmount chassis for standard 19-in. EIA racks. Total output ranges from five to 20 amps. The units feature removable terminal blocks with locking screw flanges for easy installation. They feature individual power LED indicators and illuminated power disconnect circuit breakers with manual reset. The power supplies are equipped with an IEC-320 connector with a detachable power line cord. VertiLine Rack Mount Video Power Supplies, Altronix (altronix.com) Circle No. 10 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

Remote Management Console

MONITORS, MANAGES AND AUDITS USB FLASH DRIVES TO PROMOTE DATA SECURITY

The console allows administrators to remotely delete and audit selected USB flash drives from the supplier, directly impacting the method in which confidential and sensitive data is handled within enterprise and government organizations. If a device is lost or stolen, information can be automatically deleted as soon as it is plugged into a computer with network or Internet access. Tasks can also be scheduled so that users can plan the deletion of all data from certain drives. The console is available in two versions, one hosted on a secure remote server and one that runs on a server within the client's internal network. Kanguru Remote Management Console, Kanguru Solutions (kanguru.com) Circle No. 11 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

PTZ Video Management Platform

ENHANCES SITUATIONAL AWARENESS FOR PERIMETER PROTECTION

The system provides a range of capabilities to help enhance video images, camera control, user orientation and system navigation. The system automatically captures the total view of a PTZ camera by scanning its range of motion and stitching hundreds of high-resolution images together to form a panoramic map. The scanned image might be 100 megapixels or more in size. The system then registers and synchronizes a live video window for the panoramic map, displaying both images on the screen simultaneously for complete situational awareness. Users can point and click their mouse anywhere within the panoramic image to immediately reposition a live view to that location. The system is compatible with a range of standard industry outdoor surveillance cameras, including Sony, Pelco and Axis, in addition to the supplier's Discoverii long-range laser technology platform. Sensorii, Vumii (vumii.com) Circle No. 14 or visit securitysolutions.com/productinfo.

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