New Product Showcase

Mar 1, 2001 12:00 PM

The following products are among those featured in the New Product Showcase, presented by the Security Industry Association in conjunction with ISC Expo/Las Vegas 2001. Security industry professionals will evaluate the products based on level of innovation, value of the problems solved/needs addressed, ease of installation/implementation, and strengths and benefits versus cost. Winning products in a variety of categories, including “Industry's Finest,” will be presented in a ceremony during the ISC Expo.

Commercial security system

Easily adds 1 to 8 doors

System combines security and access control features, including the ability to arm/disarm security system with access card and lock/unlock doors on schedule.

Features: no need for additional wiring or magnetic contacts for access control; programmable from keypad or with Compass Downloader.
VistaKey-SK
ADEMCO GROUP
Syosset, N.Y.
Circle 100 on Card

Video over IP

Views cameras over Internet

Multiplexers offer video over IP with supplier's VIPMux, which can be connected to TCP/IP network.

Features: multiplexer displays controlled from PC with a standard Web browser; images can be transmitted via email on alarm events for preview or storage.
DPX line of multiplexers
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY VIDEO
Richmond, Wash.
Circle 101 on Card

Security expo in Las Vegas offers latest in products, technologies

With more than 500 exhibitors, ISC Expo/Las Vegas 2001 will showcase the products and technologies that are changing the security market. Also, an accompanying conference presents workshops and seminars covering security applications, technologies and industry issues.

ISC Expo will be held April 3-6 at the Sands Expo & Convention Center, with the conference being held April 4-6. Managed by Association Expositions and Services (AE&S), a division of Reed Exhibition Companies, ISC Expo is sponsored by the Security Industry Association (SIA).

TCP/IP gateway

Links wireless network to LANs, WANs

Proprietary and commercial security providers can offer wireless monitoring across widespread regions and multiple campuses. The product transfers alarms and other information from the supplier's wireless network to the TCP/IP format.
7170 IP•Link
AES-INTELLINET
Peabody, Mass.
Circle 102 on Card

Access control system

Credit-card-size door controllers

Economical smart card solution provides security to access control and building automation, using proximity smart cards and a twisted pair cable to distribute power and data.

Features: scalable up to 32,000 doors and unlimited users; software includes alarm, arming, equipment and elevator control, imaging and badging, guard tour, and time and attendance reports.
Intelli-M System
ALCO ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES
Weston, Fla.
Circle 103 on Card

Access power controller

Distributes to eight outputs

Controller distributes 12v to 24v AC or DC over eight individually controlled power-limited outputs. Outputs can also be configured as dry form “C” contacts. Outputs are activated by an open collector sink or normally open (N.O.) dry trigger input from an access control system, card reader, keypad, push button, PIR, etc.

Features: outputs will operate in fail-safe and fail-secure modes; unit includes two fire alarm disconnect modes.
ACM8 Access Power Controller
ALTRONIX CORP.
Brooklyn, N.Y.
Circle 104 on Card

Passive long-range readers

For access/asset control

Read range of 9 to 11 feet is achieved with 900 MHz technology and paper-thin passive tags. Windshield mount tags, dual technology (900MHz/125 kHz) clamshells and ISO cards are offered. Dual technology, with multi-tag capability, allows sensing of the presence of a person, along with any property tags, in portal/hallway environments.
Sentinel-Prox LR-911
AWID
Monsey, N.J.
Circle 105 on Card

Signal control power supply

For use in schools, institutions

For applications that require multiple, individually controlled siren and strobe light outputs.

Features: auxiliary outputs for powering motion detectors, photoelectric beams, zone expanders, etc.; six individually-silenceable siren driver outputs can operate up to 24 8-ohm speakers; AC fail, battery trouble, alarm and emergency (panic) front panel LEDs; 12v DC strobe output, isolated trigger input, resettable 12v DC panic output, four filtered and electronically regulated 12v DC outputs (individually fused).
SM1BOE Signal Control Power Supply
ALTRONIX CORP.
Brooklyn, N.Y.
Circle 106 on Card

Proximity/contactless smart card reader

Features RS-485 interface

Typically used as a slave reader with supplier's AAN-32/100 master controllers. Up to 96 readers can be multi-dropped from the AAN-100 controller. Systems do not require installation or wiring of door controllers.
AP-600/700
APOLLO
Newport Beach, Calif.
Circle 107 on Card

Internet-based supervisor information

Monitors remote facilities through Web browser

Internet-based system enables managers to monitor remote facility activity via live digital video, archived digital video and wireless identification tagging.

Features: radio frequency identification (RFID) provides asset protection/containment and personnel access control/monitoring; customizable alerts can be sent to PDA, pagers, email or WAP-enabled cell phones based on user-defined criteria.
onlinesupervisor.com
AXCESS INC.
Carrollton, Texas
Circle 108 on Card

High-end surveillance camera

Goes on network with no PC

Camera can capture and distribute live images using a standard Web browser for outdoor surveillance monitoring, Web attraction, and applications where no security installation company is required.

Features: delivers video stream at up to 30 frames per second.
2120 Network Camera
AXIS COMMUNICATIONS
Chelmsford, Mass.
Circle 109 on Card

Asset management solution

For business and healthcare sectors

Networked infrared (IR) and radio frequency (RF) sensors combine with wireless active tags to collect real-time information on utilization, location, monitoring and tracking of assets and personnel.
Eiris Local Position Systems
ELPAS NORTH AMERICA
Southlake, Texas
Circle 110 on Card

Digital video recorder

CCTV look and feel

Combines multiplexing, recording, network transmission

Features: one-button play; continuous recording; multiple user network viewing; choice of internal or external hard disc storage; integrated telemetry control with JVC, Pelco or Ultrak domes.
Digital Sprite Lite
DEDICATED MICROS
Chantilly, Va.
Circle 111 on Card

Designed security

Door controller, power supply

A low-voltage power supply and door controller provide an interface between the electronic door hardware and building management systems such as HVAC, fire, alarm and access control.

Features: packaged in a NEMA enclosure; UL/ULC listed; power input AC/DC; output 12/24v DC; fire shut-down/reset; delayed exit; forced entry alarm; automatic door motor delay; relay controls for alarms; door position switch; bolt position switch; fail safe; fail secure; emergency lock release; battery back-up; REX delay designed to control and provide regulated power to one or two portals, for example, to control mantraps and delayed exit doors; capable of working with central power applications or configured as a stand-alone power controller.
Portal PAC
DESIGNED SECURITY INC. (DSI)
Bastrop, Texas
Circle 112 on Card

Digital video recorder

Integrated, Internet-ready

Eliminates the need for conventional analog time-lapse VCRs while supporting remote transmission for off-site viewing.

Features: live-motion video segments can be saved to optional external devices such as a CD-RW or DVD-ROM; interfaces with most analog multiplexers.
iDVR VisionCorder
DETECTION SYSTEMS INC.
Fairport, N.Y.
Circle 113 on Card

PIR/microwave detector

No restrictions or adjustments

Seven-layer lens creates eight detection layers with a coverage of 35 by 35 ft.

Features: immune to pets/animals; mounting height of 7.5-ft. to 9-ft.; First Step Processing technology eliminates field adjustment of pattern angle or detector sensitivity.
DS835I TriTech PIR/Microwave Detector
DETECTION SYSTEMS
Fairport, N.Y.
Circle 114 on Card

Home automation system

Allows Internet access, control

Software interfaces with supplier's home automation system, including video surveillance, wireless access, email and instant messaging based on programmed events.
HAI Web-Link II
HOME AUTOMATION INC.
New Orleans
Circle 115 on Card

Fiber-optic video transmission

With up-the-coax control

System transmits video from camera back to control center over coaxial cable, while control signals to operate the pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) functions are transmitted from the control station out to the receiver/driver at the camera station.

Features: compatible with major brands of “up-the-coax” systems, including American Dynamics, Baxall, Burle, Elbex, Panasonic, Pelco, Robot, Sensormatic, VCS, Vicon, Videoalarm, and others.
S739DV
FIBER OPTIONS
Bohemia, N.Y.
Circle 117 on Card

Digital video recording

Dedicated unit

Digital recording features a multifunction digital security system. The dedicated unit requires no additional equipment to purchase (use existing cameras).

Features: interfaces with POS/ATM; requires no annual maintenance or operator intervention.
Image Vault Multifunction Security System
FIRE KING INTERNATIONAL
New Albany, Ind.
Circle 118 on Card

Bill-validating safe

Verifies bills as deposited

Stand-alone safe controls and protects cash from internal or external theft, keeping a total as bills are deposited.

Features: one validator; ⅜-in. steel door; drill-resistant, automatic three-point bolt work built to commercial safe standards; automatically prints bank-ready deposit slips.
NKL Autobank V1C
FIRE KING INTERNATIONAL
New Albany, Ind.
Circle 119 on Card

Fire alarm control panel

Addressable

Includes 636 addressable points on two Signaling Line Circuits (SLC). It is easily installed using auto programming, large 80-character display, built-in strobe synchronization, and robust battery charging.

Features: programmed via integral keypad, computer (locally or remotely), or local PC keyboard connection; maintained via maintenance alert, detector sensitivity with printout, automatic detector test, one-man walk test.
Fire Warden MS-9600
FIRE-LITE ALARMS
Northford, Conn.
Circle 120 on Card

Desktop digital recorder

Built-in network communication

An eight-channel digital recorder includes a 10Base-T network communication card for remote system access.

Features: compatible with the supplier's Master PC Station software; expandable hard-drive capacity, starting at 25 Gb; small-profile desktop enclosure; graphic-based control via external mouse port and optional VGA monitor.
Kollector KOL-8000
VICON INDUSTRIES INC.
Hauppauge, N.Y.
Circle 121 on Card

Access control, security management

Enterprise-class system

System is network (LAN/WAN/GAN)-capable, and integrates sub-systems including badging, CCTV, elevator control, key control, time and attendance, and facility management. System can control and monitor multiple sites under a centralized database using existing network infrastructure.

Features: Windows NT/2000-based software uses ODBC-compliant database.
System Galaxy
GALAXY CONTROL SYSTEMS
Walkersville, Md.
Circle 122 on Card

Contactless smart card

Includes proximity technology

Card can be used for applications such as access control, public transportation, road toll, park and ride, airline ticketing, customer loyalty and photo-ID cards.

Features: 16 securely separated files enable complex applications and provide room for extension.
IQcard Prox
HID CORP.
Irvine, Calif.
Circle 123 on Card

Mid-sized integrated system

For efficient access control

System includes a browser interface, alarm monitoring, video badging and interactive color graphics. System is equipped with Auto Configuration — it automatically detects and configures field hardware, readers, alarm points, relays, modems, workstations and other devices on the system.
Sapphire
INFOGRAPHIC SYSTEMS
Garden Grove, Calif.
Circle 124 on Card

Control panel

For largest applications

“One control line solution” enables dealers to learn entire NX line of controls easily. Panel can go from 8 to 192 zones, allowing a dealer to meet the largest commercial and/or residential applications.

Features: on-board RS-232 port.
Caddx NX-8E Control Panel
INTERLOGIX SECURITY AND LIFE SAFETY GROUP
North St. Paul, Minn.
Circle 125 on Card

Pet-immune motion sensor

Ignores pets up to 80 pounds

Installation and training time are less because the installer is not required to make complicated adjustments to the sensor.

Features: each zone is factory-calibrated to ignore large animals and still detect human-sized objects.
Range-Controlled Radar — Pet Immune
INTERLOGIX SECURITY AND LIFE SAFETY GROUP
North St. Paul, Minn.
Circle 126 on Card

Control panel upgrade

Expands versatility

New panel upgrade is compatible with features formerly available only on the supplier's Concord Express: It is SuperBus 2000-compliant, has Fixed English LCD touchpad support, and has improved CID and SIA reporting.

Features: Quick Exit allows homeowners to step in and out without having to disarm and rearm the system; sensor-initiated X-10 provides automated control of lighting; key fob control.
Concord 2.0
INTERLOGIX SECURITY AND LIFE SAFETY GROUP
North St. Paul, Minn.
Circle 127 on Card

Remote digital recorder

Small size

Offering digital security technology in a system the size of a hard drive — which means a single recorder installation with each camera. Designed with an embedded operating system, it overcomes reliability problems of Windows-based systems.

Features: seven frames per second per camera, pre-alarm trigger, ATM/POS interface, 30 frames per second in alarm mode.
Micro DVR
LANEX
Columbia, Md.
Circle 128 on Card

Wireless/hardwire solution

For intrusion, fire and environmental installations

The two-way serial automation interface module makes it interoperable with Crestron and Panja's PHAST home automation systems for light, appliance, HVAC and entertainment control.

Features: voice prompts and built-in help to reassure end-users; LORRA header; alphanumeric paging; extensive voice feedback with 800-word vocabulary; relay output programming; and built-in telephone control; capacity of four partitions, 132 zones, 100 user codes.
Advent Home Navigator
INTERLOGIX SECURITY AND LIFE SAFETY GROUP
North St. Paul, Minn.
Circle 129 on Card

Acoustic glassbreak sensors

Improved false-alarm immunity

In lab tests, it improves false-alarm immunity by 250 percent over previous product. The coverage pattern can be adjusted to fit small or large rooms. Interference outside the range will not cause false alarms.

Features: detects in a 360-degree coverage pattern, with maximum 25-ft. (7.5m) radius from sensor to glass.
Sentrol 5812NT Series ShatterPro 3
INTERLOGIX SECURITY AND LIFE SAFETY GROUP
North St. Paul, Minn.
Circle 130 on Card

Backup communication system

In case of phone line failure

Offers line-cut detection and backup alarm transmission via high-security transmission over cellular control channels to the central monitoring station (up to five times stronger signal transmission than with a cell phone).
Sentrol's SkyBox
INTERLOGIX SECURITY AND LIFE SAFETY GROUP
North St. Paul, Minn.
Circle 131 on Card

Digital video storage

Replaces traditional analog VCRs

Combines video storage and retrieval capabilities for video recording scenarios with the ability to have multiple network users view video in real-time. Advanced search capabilities reduce time needed to find stored video.
DVR Solutions Suite (version 2.0)
MARCH NETWORKS
Kanata, Ontario, Canada
Circle 132 on Card

Network fingerprint identification

Based on TCP/IP-level communication protocol

Access control system identifies people by using a fingerprint, smart card and password. Entrance control can be automated by adding the system to an existing LAN.

Features: applicable to offices, hotels, military and government institutions.
FACS-2000
MIRAE CORP.
Korea
Circle 133 on card

Fingerprint authentication

Overcomes limitations of signature, password

Fingerprints of the card owner are needed to use the card. Sensor and algorithm to acquire and match fingerprints are applicable to credit card and electronic purse/money applications.
Fingerprints Authentication Smart-Card Terminal (FAST)
MIRAE CORP.
Korea
Circle 134 on card

Fingerprint sensor module

Discerns live finger; free from hacking

Module is controlled by RF remote control, through telephones or through Internet. It periodically performs internal self-diagnosis. System operates conditionally up to eight hours, even under power outage.

Features: automatic lighting to guide finger and to record/replay message; motor-driven locking mechanism minimizes the possibility of lock/unlock failure.
Fingerprint Identification Doorlock
MIRAE CORP.
Korea
Circle 135 on card

PIR sensor

Immune to pets up to 50 lbs.

Sensor installs quickly and reduces false alarms. It can be mounted easily into its built-in mounting disk. Wiring is done by inserting stripped wires in snap-down terminal strip. Microprocessor library of more than 1,200 profiles of common false and true alarm sources ensure detection accuracy.
IQ PROFILER Microprocessor PIR
NAPCO SECURITY GROUP
Amityville, N.Y.
Circle 136 on card

Digital hard drive recorder

Delivers more than 500 lines of resolution

Recorder offers storage capacity up to 1,040 gigabytes (1.040 terabytes).

Features: triplex capacity (simultaneous monitoring/recording/playback) and sophisticated search functions (alarm, time/date, thumbnail, jog/shuttle); integrated multiplexer and programmable “virtual recording profiles;” networking options and download capability to DVD RAM.
WJ-HD500 Hard Drive Recorder
PANASONIC SECURITY SYSTEMS GROUP
Secaucus, N.J.
Circle 137 on card

Security system

Simplified expansion with digital bus

System provides power and two-way communication to connected devices. Up to 127 addressable expansion bus modules can be connected anywhere on the bus.

Features: 96 addressable zones; eight partitions; 512 user codes to 999 user codes; built-in access control; CleanMe-compatible two-wire smoke input; 1,024-event buffer to 2,048 event buffer; two on-board and three optional PGMs; 1.7A switching power supply; memory key.
Digiplex NE
PARADOX SECURITY SYSTEMS
Culver City, Calif.
Circle 138 on card

Matrix switcher/controller

For medium-sized applications

A single-box solution, it is a versatile, cross-point matrix switcher, providing switching and control for 40 video inputs and up to eight monitor outputs from up to 16 keyboards.

Features: eight additional alternate source inputs; menus in five languages — English, French, German, Italian and Spanish.
CM6800 Video Matrix Switcher
PELCO
Clovis, Calif.
Circle 139 on card

Security/surveillance camera

High image quality

Compact body style, no exposed cable mounting options, and digital video quality are features of the camera.
3500 Series Digital Cameras
PELCO
Clovis, Calif.
Circle 140 on card

Digital video recorder

Combines recorder, multiplexer

Features: four inputs for fixed cameras; 30GB (two-week) or 60GB (four-week) hard drive; quad camera display for live viewing while recording; continuous alarm and scheduled recording modes; playback by date, time and camera.
DX1000 Series Digital Video Recorder
PELCO
Clovis, Calif.
Circle 141 on card

Alarm communication system

Operates over TCP/IP protocol

System combines the features of the supplier's D6600 Digital Central Station Receiver/Gateway with the advantages of alarm communications over a data network. Alarm panels can send full data messages via digital dialers or a LAN/WAN to one D6600 receiver/gateway.

Features: communications link is supervised continuously; telephone line communications is built-in as backup in case the LAN/WAN connection is lost.
D6600 NetCom System
RADIONICS
Salinas, Calif.
Circle 142 on card

Client/server software

Simplifies administration of controls

The 32-bit client/server software centralizes control and reporting of scalable populations of the suppliers' 9000 series controls.

Features: TCP/IP capability; integrates to CCTV and fire alarm systems.
PC9000 Integration Software
RADIONICS
Salinas, Calif.
Circle 143 on card

Wireless door systems

Existing panels can use RF technology

The system enables any access control panel to use RF wireless technology. Mechanical hardware and reader technology are combined into an integrated package.

Features: “linking” ability self-addresses each door system unit to door control module transceiver at panel through software.
Integrated Wireless Door System
RECOGNITION SOURCE
Lisle, Ill.
Circle 144 on card

Network video transmission

Integrates multiplexer functionality

System combines multiplexer functionality with computer-based network video transmission to manage, monitor, record and play back streaming video from remote locations using any computer connected to the Web via standard browsers.

Features: performs local recording and transmits video to remote storage locations for off-site archiving; passwords and video are encrypted with SSL technology; no manual IP addressing required.
Cybermux II
REMOTEVIDEO.COM
Irvine, Calif.
Circle 145 on card

Long-range proximity reader

Reads cards from 3 ft. away

Dynamic tuning assures maximum performance.

Features: reader is potted for weather-resistance; standard Wiegand output.
Radio Key RK-WL
SECURA KEY
Chatsworth, Calif.
Circle 146 on card

Digital video management system

High-capacity storage archive

System combines integrated multiplexing with event detection and recording. It records multiple cameras simultaneously, displays live video, and plays back, analyzes and archives video without interrupting recording.

Features: smart search feature; LAN, WAN or dial-up modem connection enables users to download, review and save digital video files from a PC, even at remote locations.
Intellex
SENSORMATIC ELECTRONICS CORP.
Boca Raton, Fla.
Circle 147 on card

Matrix switcher/controller system

For small to medium-sized applications

It incorporates high-end features into a matrix switcher/controller optimized for up to 48 video inputs.

Features: macro control, recorder control, choice of keyboards, various programmable features, text message paging upon alarm, compact wall-mount design.
MegaPower 48
SENSORMATIC ELECTRONICS CORP.
Boca Raton, Fla.
Circle 148 on card

Programmable dome

Several mounting options

Mounts to hard ceiling, 2×2 tile or offers wall and pendant mounts for indoor or outdoor applications.

Features: rapid installation; compatible to most controllers including third-party controllers; color camera features 16X optical zoom and 450-plus lines of resolution; supports user-programmable presets and patterns, as well as alarm inputs and auxiliary outputs.
SpeedDome Optima
SENSORMATIC ELECTRONICS CORP.
Boca Raton, Fla.
Circle 149 on card

Ethernet-ready embedded controller

Integrated security, event management

Technology meets many IT and security criteria, including Ethernet-ready, embedded operating system, local access control decisions and expandable on-board memory.

Features: easily upgradeable; Web-based diagnostics; advanced clustering; global anti-passback; seamless integration with host and secure communications.
C•Cure iSTAR
SENSORMATIC ACCESS CONTROL DIVISION
Lexington, Mass.
Circle 150 on card

CCTV video over the Internet

On-site, off-site digital recording

Subscribers can view live and recorded images with any Web browser.

Features: on-site and off-site redundant recording.
V160A
VPROTECT SYSTEM INC.
San Marino, Calif.
Circle 151 on card

Centralized cardholder clearance database

For multiple regional sites

System administrators can assign and remove cardholder access levels in a centralized database of sites operating the supplier's C•Cure 800/8000 access control software. Database is accessible from any computer with Internet/intranet access and a Web browser.

Features: cardholder and access level information from regional sites is synchronized with the central database.
C•Cure Central
SENSORMATIC ACCESS CONTROL DIVISION
Lexington, Mass.
Circle 152 on card

Power expander

Provides its own AC power connection

The 9 amp notification power expander also provides a battery charging circuit, and backup battery for use with fire and security controls that have 9-32v DC outputs. It is a solution for powering notification appliances required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Features: built-in ANSI cadence pattern, which can upgrade older control panels that lack cadence capability.
Firepower 5499
SILENT KNIGHT
Maple Grove, Minn.
Circle 153 on card

Vandal-resistant dome camera

Easy installation

Weather-resistant camera can withstand the blow of an 8-pound sledgehammer, has snap-in components and a plug-and-play design.

Features: choice of media — UTP, coax or fiber.
MagnaView V28R
SILENT WITNESS
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
Circle 154 on card

Digital video technology

Triple multiplexing unit

Product can display multiple cameras, record, archive and instantly retrieve images simultaneously without loss of performance.

Features: non-stop recording, unattended operation, remote access; high-resolution image; smart tape management.
TransCorder
TELEXPER INC.
Union City, Calif.
Circle 155 on card

Palm-held guard station

Sends alarms, video over wireless Internet

Uses cellular networks and handheld devices, mobile security professionals can monitor remote locations and obtain detailed alarm information.

Features: supports two-way communication with security systems, displaying live video and replaying recorded video.
AnyTrak
TRAKONIC
Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Circle 156 on card

CCTV management control

Access menus with few keystrokes

Designed to take advantage of the features of the supplier's MAX-1000, the system incorporates a large touch screen LCD, which may be configured with hundreds of menus, up to 8,000 buttons and 999 keycodes.

Features: menus accessed dynamically based on hard key or soft key selection.
ULTRAKey
ULTRAK INC.
Lewisville, Texas
Circle 157 on card

Network-ready central controller

For matrix switching systems, video peripherals

PC-based design allows control of local and remote switching systems.

Features: supplier's companion V1500-FDU Family Distribution Unit allow CPU to communicate to existing non-network-based components; converts Ethernet communication into standard RS-422 protocol for control of keypads, domes systems, distribution units, switching systems.
V1500-CPU
VICON INDUSTRIES
Hauppauge, N.Y.
Circle 158 on card

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