NEW PRODUCTS

Aug 1, 2001 12:00 PM

Fire alarm network
Allows older fire panels to be upgraded

Features: distributed network links multiple panels that can support up to 392,000 addressable analog points; interactive two-way communications between control panels; average alarm response time is 2 seconds.
4100U Fire Detection and Alarm Platform
SIMPLEXGRINNELL
Westminster, Mass.
Circle 64 on Card

Fingerprint reader
Plug-and-play model uses portable database

Features: supports Wiegand, mag stripe and smart card technologies; uses supplier's Securicore image processing and matching ASIC; can be integrated with most access control and time-and-attendance systems; average enrollment time is 10 seconds; tri-color LED indicator.
BioAccess Fingerprint Reader
PRECISE BIOMETRICS
Lund, Sweden
Circle 65 on Card

Key management software
Works with supplier's KeyWatcher Systems

Features: real-time, viewable transaction polling feature uses built-in scheduler to download transactions and alarm data to central or remote computers; users can customize programming using a PC; enhances the installing programming, customizing, maintaining and reporting capabilities of supplier's key management systems.
Key-Pro Software
MORSE WATCHMAN
Oxford, Calif.
Circle 66 on Card

Updated software
Video image processing

Software provides increased remote diagnostic capabilities. Internet connectivity and multi-level password structure improve digital video solutions for financial and retail markets.

Features: increased load factor, image capture combined with video streaming, increased remote diagnostic capabilities, PTZ application.
Version 8.0
INTIVID SOLUTIONS INC.
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Circle 67 on Card

Call station
Distress sound-activated

Intercom system detects preprogrammed distress sounds such as screams or shouts then places an intercom call to the station. Administrative software offers audio signal options.

Features: remote programming and adjustment capabilities, digital signal processor, individual substations may be programmed differently.
Sentinel Sound/Spectrum Series
JERON ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
Chicago
Circle 68 on Card

Night vision system
Uses microdisplay technology

Personal night vision headsets allow users to see clearly at night with real-time, near-eye viewing capability. The 40-degree field-of-view optical system improves mobility at night for up to two hours per charge for recreational or commercial settings.

Features: lightweight headset, portable beltpack charger, refresh rates of 120Hz, 93-percent pixel fill factor, chipset solution, high resolution microdisplays.
3MAX-Marine and 3MAX-Hunter
ZIGHT CORP.
Boulder, Colo.
Circle 69 on Card

Security revolving doors
Incorporate metal detection

Revolving doors are integrated with metal detection to prevent weapon-bearing persons from entering a specified area. Access control is monitored by remote DoorScope reporting and display technology.

Features: electronic access control, automatic fire egress, asset protection, day mode, high-security mode, anti-piggybacking and anti-tailgating technology.
Safesec Doors
SAFESEC SECURITY
Ontario, Calif.
Circle 70 on Card

Bollard system
Customizable designs

Bollards can be tailored to fit architectural needs, including ornamental trim and decorative casings. Operated by control panels, card readers, keypads or radio controls.

Features: internal warning light; faceted, fluted or tapered; aluminum, iron or bronze cast sleeves; can be galvanized to resist corrosion.
DSC 701
DELTA SCIENTIFIC
Valencia, Calif.
Circle 71 on Card

Power supply
Universal switching supply units

Open-frame design with vented aluminum shroud allows units to be placed inside the same enclosure with controller panels or other components.

Features: accepts range of input voltages, self-resetting fuses, AC LED illuminator, DC outputs with corresponding LED indicators, 3 amp and 6 amp units, stand-by battery, internal transformer.
PS Series UL204 and UL1481
PCSC
Torrance, Calif.
Circle 72 on Card

Security software
Incident reporting and data logging

Provides control over security department's incident reporting by logging officer activities and compiling statistical reports. Allows alarm activities to be tracked by date, time and location, and calculates units of service.

Features: daily logging, parking control, hazardous material tracking, database auditing, key issuance, document officer training, UCR- and NIBS-compatible.
CI3
CI3 SOFTWARE
Des Moines, Iowa
Circle 74 on Card

Field panel
Streaming video

Allows eight-channel digital video recorder in a single field panel. User can select or retrieve video over the network by alarm, event, date, time and camera through use of compression technology without leaving their computer.

Features: video retrieval by alarm, event, date, time and camera, Wavelet video compression, 150 gB of storage per panel, supports eight cameras and eight card readers, supports eight remote input modules with 16 four-state inputs or remote relay modules with 16 relays.
Invision Field Panel
INFOGRAPHIC SYSTEMS
Garden Grove, Calif.
Circle 77 on Card

Communication stations
Hands-free

Stations interface to radio pagers, public address, PABX, alarm and CCTV systems. Designed to be hands-free, loud-speaking stations to access frequently dialed numbers and provide instant communication.

Features: handsets for private conversations, 10 programmable single touch keys, alphanumeric display, online assistance, directory listing.
7000 Series
STENTO USA
Kansas City, MO
Circle 73 on Card

Fire detection
Fixed-temperature heat detector

Fire product accessories use rate-of-rise heat detection technology at 135 degrees or when heat increases by 15 degrees-per-minute.

Features: 12 or 24v DC operation, photoelectric, ionization, heat, duct and beam detectors, separate detector head and base options, customizable installation, twist-lock feature.
DS230, DS230F and DS233F
DETECTION SYSTEMS INC.
Fairport, N.Y.
Circle 75 on Card

Identification software
Expanded functionality

Enhancements to supplier's ID Works Basic, Standard and Enterprise software allow users to create designs for cards and reports, enter data, capture images, encode magnetic stripes and smart cards, and print customizable reports.

Features: semi-transparent photo images, transparent color option for graphics, variable card sizes, multi-line static text fields and video capture device support.
Version 3.0 for ID Works
DATACARD GROUP
Minnetonka, Minn
Circle 79 on Card

Control panel
False alarm reduction

First UL/SIA-FAR-listed security control panel to incorporate devices to reduce false alarms in residential and commercial systems.

Feature: Security Industry Association (SIA)-approved.
PowerSeries PC5020
DIGITAL SECURITY CONTROLS LTD.
Concord, Ontario, Canada
Circle 76 on Card

Time-and-attendance software
Tracks employee cardholders

A reporting tool tracks employee labor hours, using card access event data that automatically tracks hours for each cardholder, based on card swipes in and out of designated areas. Reports can be printed on a daily, weekly or monthly basis.

Features: compatible with the supplier's Continuum security management system, pre-configured reports.
Time Tracker
ANDOVER CONTROLS
Andover, Mass.
Circle 78 on Card

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