CCTV

Apr 1, 1999 12:00 PM, Access Control & Security Systems Integration

Alarm verification system Fully integrated The system provides video images transmitted directly from the protected premises to the alarm monitoring station operator.

Features: designed to work with DSC's PC 5015, a version of Power832 burglar alarm control panel; pre-trigger feature provides pictures of scene before alarm event; four-picture buffer captures images at four time intervals.

Downlook Video Verification System SG Security Communications Downsview, Ontario, Canada

Matrix switcher User-friendly The cross-mapped, 64-video input by 32-monitor output switcher requires three units of rack space and retains the features of the company's Digiplex series. Features: expands to 512 inputs by 64 outputs; easy-to-install expansion chassis; color-coded expansion cards; internal video-loss detection; built-in diagnostic LEDs; video ribbon cable interconnect; compact design. Digiplex Master IV Switcher Chassis Kalatel Corvallis, Ore.

Extreme environment camera Resists chemicals The camera resists attacks by caustic soda, hydrofluoric acid, sulfuric acid, bleach, borax, acetic acid and other acids, alkalis and salt solutions. Features: machined ends removable to allow access to conventional CCD cameras or integrated board cameras; precision ball-bearing slide extends for free-hand access to protected electronics. EX15 Thermoplastic PVC Industrial Surveillance System Extreme CCTV Langley, BC, Canada

Camera housing Bullet-resistant The housing is designed for high-crime areas such as subways, parking garages, highways or vandal-prone public housing complexes. Features: withstands assault of most handguns; can take camera/lens combinations up to 9.5 inches; optional thermostat-controlled heater. BMT Videolarm Decatur, Ga.

Camera system Uses new technologies The unitized camera features Panasonic's Super Dynamic technology - a new double-speed CCD image sensor and third generation digital signal processing circuitry that virtually eliminate problems caused by backlighting and contrasting light conditions. Features: Panasonic's "flip-a-chip" technology provides smooth images when following a moving object by panning or tilting; built-in digital motion detector with 48-zone masking. WV-CS654 Unitized Camera Panasonic Video Imaging Systems Co. Secaucus, N.J.

Observation system Built-in quad processor The system is equipped with a built-in motion sensor that automatically brings a troubled location to full screen or allows the viewing of four camera locations simultaneously. Features: Audio-Alert Plus provides audio communication between camera and monitoring sites; Record-Alert allows the camera picture to be recorded to any VCR; View Alert infrared emitters allow the camera to see in low-light conditions. Model SG6860S Strategic Vista International Inc. Markham, Ontario, Canada

Digital video recording device For multi-purpose surveillance The digital video disc recorder records footage without using video tapes and video cassette recorders. Features: users can view footage frame by frame and search for specific footage by entering time and date; frames can be printed or bit-mapped for closer inspection; records in time-lapse or in real-time. DigiCorder Alpha Systems Lab Irvine, Calif.

Surveillance receiver No PC required The receiver works as a digital remote-monitoring receiver with a standard TV monitor under a networking environment for motion picture and sound surveillance applications. It uses standard TCP/IP and HTTP protocols and works with the MegaChips digital video transmitter products (OpennetView and OpennetHDR). Features: receives real-time remote monitoring via a WAN/LAN or intranet/Internet environment; requires no special cables or lines; works in harsh environments; viewer can access up to 100 digital video transmitters, switches and pan/tilt/zoom cameras when used with optional keyboard interface. OpennetTuner DIGITAL IMAGE INC., A MEGACHIPS CO. Cupertino, Calif.

Digital surveillance system Has open architecture Comprising software and a plug-in Xpress board, the system is designed for small to mid-size applications and installs easily into a Windows-based PC. Features: models come with four to eight camera inputs, motion detection, eight event-trigger inputs and one alarm output; automatic recording and storage of events on the hard drive eliminates need to change videotapes; adjusts sensitivities to the amount of motion or change in light that triggers recording. INTEGRAL TECHNOLOGIES INC. Indianapolis

Alarm and surveillance system Uses multicast video technology The system allows the user to view high-quality live video images over a TCP/IP network while controlling pan/tilt/zoom functions and monitoring alarms. Features: multicast video technology enables multiple concurrent workstations to log onto a security surveillance video without impacting network bandwidth; can connect up to 64 CCTV surveillance cameras to a PC running Windows 95, 98 or NT, and view those cameras at multiple workstations through a Windows TCP/IP network connection. MicroSwitcher Plus ACI INTERNATIONAL INC. Concord, Ontario, Canada

Remote Monitoring

Remote surveillance system Faster remote connection A PCI-based "megamotion" compression card provides faster remote connection and monitoring and decreased disk space for storing recorded footage. The new version incorporates an eight-camera multiplexer and faster recording speed. Features: Detailed visuals; enhanced software to record 26 frames per second.

RemoteWatch Plus 5.0 Alpha Systems Lab Inc. Irvine, Calif.

Remote monitoring system Has alarm verification A remote video monitoring and alarm verification system transfers information in real-time across regular phone lines. Features: four BNC camera inputs; four alarm inputs and/or alarm outputs; four audio inputs and outputs; optional bandwidth enhancement; auto and manual video sequencing; alarm-triggered video to VCR; built-in event memory; RS-232 data channel; quad video display; full-color motion video; password protection; auto dial TX to RX; remote silent activation; false alarm verification. AM Series Advis Inc. Fremont, Calif.

Site management system Enables remote access The software program allows customers to access retail locations remotely using existing interactive, two-way audio and video security systems. Working with existing remote cameras, microphones, speakers and telecommunications equipment, it allows customers to perform operations, marketing and human resources functions from desktop computers. InTouch Manager Westec Interactive Security Newport Beach, Calif.

Remote surveillance camera Connects to LAN Camera, remote video transmitter and built-in Ethernet local area network connect to an existing LAN using Category 5 cable, eliminating the need for separate products and complex wiring. Features: operators can dial in from any secure workstation to view a specific camera location; integration with access control; alarm notification; audio capabilities; user authentication; CCTV integration; digital storage. LAN-CAM Prism Video Inc. Dallas

Video Storage and Transmission

Miniature modem Extends transmission range The tiny optical modem is designed to extend the normal transmission range of most RS-232 compatible equipment and accessories. Features: may be user-configured for either point-to-point or drop-and-repeat modes; operates with all data rates, including DC, at up to 200 Kbps without adjustment. Math Fiber Optics MicroTransceiver COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALTIES INC. Hauppauge, N.Y.

Audio video hard drive Designed for storage The drive is designed for advanced storage applications that demand fast access to large amounts of data. Features: incorporates IBM Ultrastar 9LZX disk technologies; 4MB optimized buffer; uses five discs and 10 heads; self-monitoring analysis and reporting technology protects user data by alerting the system of impending drive failure so that backup can be completed before data is lost. 9GB AV LACIE LTD. Hillsboro, Ore.

Video transmission system Designed for remote monitoring The wall-mount transmitter provides a video transmission alternative. Features: color or black-and-white pictures; optional simultaneous bi-directional audio communication over standard or digital telephone lines; compatible with Fast Scan rack-mount receivers and Video Central receiver software. Mini Fast Scann VISION SYSTEMS - ADPRO Hingham, Mass.

Wireless video transmission Controls multiple cameras A wireless solution targets security and surveillance with user-selectable addressing for multiple systems in a single path or in a point to multi-point configuration. The pan/tilt/zoom system operates in the 900Mhz ISM band, using 64 hopping channels with four user-selectable sequences. Features: Eagle 2.4Ghz wireless video system with audio/alarms combined with the 900 digital, wireless, pan/tilt/zoom control transmission system; four video and audio channels; superior noise immunity; option to choose among different types of transmitting antennas; features two wireless alarm inputs for zone monitoring. CWS2400 Complete Wireless System TRANGO SYSTEMS INC. San Diego

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