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VIVOTEK IP Cameras Secure Cosmos Bank’s Greatest Asset: The People of Pune Pune’s Cosmos Co-operative Bank: Serving as the Financial Heart for the “Oxford of India”

ocated in the West of India, Pune has long been a cultural and financial heart of Maharashtra. Today, thanks to its proximity to Bombay, Pune has sustained its long tradition of economic prosperity. To add to this, Pune’s reputation as an educational center has attracted students from all over the world and earned Pune the title “the Oxford of India.” Established in 1906, the Cosmos Co-operative Bank is the second oldest & second largest bank in India. The Bank has recently completed a glorious 109 years of service and attained multi state status in 1997. Cosmos Bank operates a huge network of 140 branches in India spread across 7 States and in 39 Major Cities. In Pune, Cosmos Bank is located on the University Road, which is at the heart of the city. Considering the scale of the city of Pune, and the location of the Cosmos Bank, any security system needed to be both up to date, and ahead of the field.

The Challenge: Protecting the Heart of Pune is no easy task

The Solution: VIVOTEK –Bringing Total Security to Cosmos Bank

osmos Co-operative bank is headquartered in a building with an inbuilt datacenter andhigh security safe in the center of Pune. Three key risk areas were identified: threats to people; to property; and to the image of the Bank. In order to come up with a complete security system to minimize the risk impact, Cosmos bank engaged professional Bajaj Electricals for the design, engineering and solution implementation. The Bajaj Electricals first went through the study of the plans, in order to distinguish the key threat areas. At the end of this extensive research, one security solution provider was found to be able to meet all the challenges facing Cosmos Bank – VIVOTEK.

total of 132 VIVOTEK network cameras were installed across the headquarters of the bank. For interior spaces, including the main floor area, the lifts and the lobby, 103 FD8136 Ultra-Mini Fixed-Dome Network Cameras were employed.The FD8136 features a megapixel sensor, while its tiny size of only 90 mm in diameter andan inbuilt microphone and speaker further enhances this tiny but might camera. The small profile but wide view of the camera means that Cosmos bank can now secure its employees, customers and property, without the need to install unsightly large cameras. For the basement parking area, 29 IP8335H BulletNetwork Cameras were deployed. This camera features an HD WDR CMOS sensor for use in challenging lighting conditions. The day and night functionality and the IP67-rated weatherproof housing of the IP8335H allowed Cosmos bank to build a cost-effective IP surveillance system without additional accessories. Incorporating an IR-cut filter that can be removed automatically at night and built-in IR illuminators with coverage for up to 20 meters, the IP8335H secured Cosmos Bank’s parking area all day, every day. Finally, 4 SD8326 Speed-Dome network cameras secured the periphery of Cosmos Bank’s headquarters in central Pune. This camera’s Veri-focal lens, IR and 36x zoom, empowered Cosmos Bank’s security team to identify and recognize objects and number plates, even in the dark of night, while its rugged housing ensured that bad weather would never mean a lapse safety Cosmos Bank’s real treasure, the people of the city of Pune, “the Oxford of India.”

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Winners announced for Security & Fire Excellence Awards The cream of Security & Fire industries turn out for annual industry awards in London

he Security & Fire Excellence Awards, supported by leading industry events IFSEC & FIREX International, revealed this year’s winners at a prestigious evening ceremony at the London Hilton on Park Lane, on 25 November 2015. Recognising the achievements of the most innovative, reliable and costeffective products, services and solutions spanning a wide range of fields across fire and security, the Security & Fire Excellence Awards are an annual highlight for the entire industry. Hosted this year by one of the UK’s biggest names in comedy Jimmy Carr, the stand-up comedian and host of 8 out of 10 Cats entertained the audience at the plush central London venue after a speech from IFSEC and FIREX event director Gerry Dunphy.

Among the winners were: ● International Achievement Award: Pilgrims Group. ● CCTV System of the Year (Excluding Cameras and Lens): Schneider Electric (Pelco). ● Communication Product of the Year: Parson360 by Parson IoT division

(Video Systems Srl). ● Intruder Alarm or Exterior Deterrent Product of the Year: Smart-i Home Security System by Y3K. ● Access Control Product of the Year (including Biometrics): MorphoWave by Morpho. ● CCTV Camera Equipment of the Year: Nubo by Panasonic. Now in its 17th year, the event rec-

ognises the skill and often bravery of professionals who play a role that can be life-saving and yet unsung, serving as the Oscars of the security and fire industries, it provides an opportunity for those working within these sectors to get together and celebrate. Another highlight of the evening was an update from Simon Banks, Group Managing Director, CSL Dualcom, on the industry apprentice Scheme Engineers of Tomorrow, established and organised by CSL Dualcom. The Engineers of Tomorrow Competition, which December 2015

takes place at IFSEC International, aims to recognise the best young engineers in the industry. Gerry Dunphy, Event Director - IFSEC & FIREX International said, “This year has once again seen some really fantastic and worthy winners from across a wide range of companies working within security and fire. We really look forward to this event each year as it is a great opportunity to reflect on the year just gone and celebrate where the industry is heading, whilst also a fantastic evening of networking with peers from across the many companies and associations working within fire and security.” Xtralis, the pioneer in early and reliable detection and remote visual verification of fire, gas and security threats, was the headline sponsor; other sponsors included Magenta Security Services, SGC Facilities Management, Securitas, Axis Communications, Grosvenor Technology, Swift Fire & Security, Panasonic, Bolster Systems and Bosch. This year’s charity partners were the Ghana Education Trust and Suzy Lamplugh Trust. The next Security & Fire Excellence Awards will take place in London in November 2016.

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From the Editor-in-Chief This month I am going to break away from tradition and not write an Editor’s Note. This space is better dedicated to a photograph of the International Achievement Award presentation to Pilgrims Group at the Security and Fire Excellence Awards 2015. I will, however, on behalf of the entire team at IndiaSAFE, wish you a very Merry Christmas and a rollicking year ahead. May 2016 enfold you with good health and happiness from January through December, and for the whole of humanity, may it be a safer year where each and every human being on the planet is cherished as they should be – with all their nuances. Stay safe and see you in 2016!

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white papers / feature articles

SureVision™ 2.0 Delivering Outstanding Image Quality

Understanding NERC-CIP-014, and the Associated Communications Equipment Infrastructure for Electrical Substation Physical Security

CCTV for Dark, Extreme Temperature Rolling Stock Environments

Body-Worn Video Surveillance in Law Enforcement

What’s in Store for Storage in 2016

The Top 5 Mega Trends: That

will Transform the Global Security Markets

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• Honeywell Integrated Security

21 Rosslare at IFSEC India 2015

• Biomatiques at Gartner Summit, Goa

22 Sparsh IP Surveillance Solutions 23

• IS Jagdeva Awarded • HGH at IFSEC India 2015

• L&T Partners with iOmniscient

• Dräger in OSH India 2015

25 COM-SUR Technology for Free

18 Winsted’s Radical Consoles Display 19 Vehant Strengthens Surat’s Traffic 20

• Matrix at IFSEC India 2015 • Anviz T&A Solutions

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Product showcase 30

• Senstar Flexzone™ Gate Sensor

36 DIGIEVER NVR New Firmware

• Raytec New Lighting Design App

37 Hikvision Easy IP Solution

31 Antaira LMX-0602 Series Switches

38 Axis Explosion Protected Cameras

39 Nokia LTE Based Solutions

• SightLogix SightSurvey 3 Tool • Milestone Device Pack 8.2

33 Dantech Multispan™ PoE+ Switch

40 Motorola Smart Public Safety Solutions

34 VIVOTEK CC8370-HV Camera

41 CONNEX by Amimon

• Siqura NEXT Generation ExPLORE

42 Dahua Video Management Systems

• QNAP High-value NAS

application/ Case Studies

international updates

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Honeywell Connected Security to Reduce Buildings’ Operational Cost New release of connected security from Honeywell Building Solutions saves up to 5% operational costs per year

oneywell has announced the release of Honeywell Integrated Security. The new access control technology, powered by the company’s Enterprise Buildings Integrator (EBI) management system, will enable organizations to integrate buildings and manage their system more efficiently with enhanced capabilities, mitigate business risk and provide an enhanced customer experience. Honeywell Connected Security is a UL294–certified, Edge/ IP-based door access controller that supports a broad number of cards and communicates on 128-bit length encryption, providing a highly secure system. Facility managers can now minimize points of failure with the help of Connected Security, thereby protecting the facility from security compromise by limiting the risk to just one door. It provides buffer to hold one lac event logs acting as contingency measure in case of network loss or system offline condition. Single door controllers are a cost effective and scalable solution that can be connected over LAN and support up to 2000 readers and beyond with multiple servers. Combined with EBI, the tech-

nology allows seamless integration with video to realise maximum potential of the system and provide easy navigation for operators managing security, access control, surveillance and intrusion systems. This improves incident management as well as saves time and training cost. “Every second is critical for an organization when an incident occurs and the security team should be able to track and mitigate the threat immediately on its occurrence,” said Priyanshu Singh, Country General Manager-Honeywell Building Solutions India, “The latest technology helps facility managers save 3 to 5% of operational cost per year and drive more business by improved customer satisfaction while maintaining business continuity.” Along with an improved user experience, Honeywell Connected Security allows support for Microsoft operating systems with tested EBI release. In addition, these Edge/ IP door controllers can co-exist with existing IBMS platforms allowing for improved incident management and one window operation. The roadmap includes supporting PSIA

Open Protocol, OSDP readers and NFC, allowing facility managers to save huge costs on replacement as technology updates. Other Connected Security benefits: ● Easier life cycle management from solution selection to service: Offering selection team can interact with single vendor for software, hardware and service and assure security operators of faster response time to resolve operational challenges. Security operators are assured that all critical operations for the business are being monitored round the clock and that system malfunctions or intentional compromise is alerted. ● Ease of interoperability between non-proprietary hardware: Offering selection team has access to more choice of hardware (such as readers, cards) and lesser dependency on service provider for spares. ● Get more out of access control system: Connected Security apps support visitor management, canteen operations and time and attendance reporting, thereby supporting physical access control.

Biomatiques Showcases Breakthrough Iris Recognition Technology at Gartner Summit In Goa

iomatiques Identification Solutions Pvt. Ltd. showcased break-

through iris recognition technology at the Gartner Symposium/ IT Expo December 2015

in Goa. Biomatiques is a Surat based firm and one of the 14 companies in

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Iris recognition uses random textures that are visible in the eye, using the eye to confirm someone’s identity. Unlike voice, fingerprints and facial structure, iris patterns have far more random patterns. An algorithm is created to map the iris, and then the random patterns which are formed are used to create a barcode which is unique for every individual. The probability of duplication for voice recognition is 1 in 500, facial recognition – 1 in 1000, fingerprint – 1 in 10,000, Apple touch ID – 1 in 50,000, Iris recognition – 1 in 15,00,000. Earlier this year, Biomatiques had launched its latest range of products which are ultimate in terms of access and security. A leader in the field of iris recognition technology, Biomatiques is the first Indian company to get Standardization Testing & Quality Certifi-

“The concept of iris recognition as a method of biometric identification is not new, however in India it is still raw. Many of us are not even aware of the fact that there is a difference between iris and retina identification. Hence, apart from creating awareness about the same, making this technology available for the common masses is the need of the hour. Security should not be mistaken for luxury; in fact it should be treated as a necessity. And our production methodology is completely in sync with the Make In India initiative.” – Tamaal Roy CEO of Biomatiques the world to come up with iris enabled identification solutions. Some major players in the field of Information Technology from across the country participated in the event as well. The Gartner Symposium/ IT Expo is specifically designed for CIOs and senior IT executives. The conference is modeled to provide business leaders with the strategies, insights and tools to lead the next generation of IT and achieve business outcomes.

cation (STQC) from Department of Electronics & Information Technology (DeitY). “What is interesting is the fact that earlier, cost was an issue with this technology; however we have made this technology available at the cost of finger print technology making it affordable with better security control and identification assurance. Biomatiques is the only Indian manufacturer of iris recognition technology which provides fool-proof and accurate security measure that will help protect businesses from fake identities. Our specialization includes access control, time & attendance, identity management, single sign-on and enterprise mobility management,’’ said Tamaal Roy, CEO of Biomatiques. The company uses its patented hardware technology and copyrighted Iris recognition software to make versatile and viable solutions. With its wide range of products, including standalone and cluster, they provide security solutions for individuals, townships, government departments and from small-medium enterprises to large corporations.

Winsted’s Radical Consoles Display Demonstrates Furniture’s Flexibility L

eading control room console designer and manufacturer Winsted, will be returning to IFSEC India with an exciting and radical display of customised consoles promising a unique twist on their traditional Sight-Line console. Displaying Winsted’s ability to adapt its furniture to meet unique customer specifications.

They will demonstrate how customised contouring and finishes, with creative storage solutions can make for a very contemporary looking control room console; while also benefiting from the high-feature set that a Sight-Line console has to offer, including the easy access cable management and Winsted’s Versa-Trak display mounting system for December 2015

ergonomic comfort and adjustability. “This year we’ve decided to break from the norm and showcase our consoles in this exciting new way,” says Terry Shough, Winsted’s General Manager, “Visitors will be able to see how timeless and versatile Winsted’s console range is, and with a little creativity it is easily customised to suit any application

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or environment.” Winsted representatives will be onhand throughout the event to offer the companies free design service, discuss customer-specific requirements and provide helpful information and advice on a range of control room-based issues. Since its inception in 1963, Winsted has consistently pioneered console design and development. The company’s product concept and design is driven by industry needs and demands, with many equipped ideas suggested by customers and developed with their input. A dominant force in the U.S market for nearly 50 years, Winsted expanded

into overseas territories in 1975, primarily in the UK, and in 1976 began concentrated efforts to establish distribution in the Middle East. Winsted’s international distribution was firmly established in 1984 with the formation of Winsted Ltd in Worcestershire, England. Since then Winsted Ltd has become a design and manufacturing facility serving the European, Middle East and African markets. With an expanding global network of distributors, Winsted is in an excellent position to satisfy and

support its rapidly growing international client base.

Surat’s Security and Traffic Enforcement Gets Stronger S

urat in Gujarat is popularly known as the Diamond City and is the 4thfastest developing city in a study conducted by the City Mayors Foundation, an international think tank on urban affairs. In order to enhance the security of the citizens of Surat and reduce traffic violations the police, along with Gujarat government officials, approved an elaborate plan for beefing up security and vehicle enforcement around the city. The scope of the project encompasses smart city surveillance through CCTV, automated number plate reading system (ANPR), speed detection system and face recognition system. The plan includes automated recording of the license plates of vehicles moving across the city along with speed detection systems for monitoring the vehicle speed

in and around the city, along with face recognition cameras. Vehant’s VehiScan®: ANPR was approved after extensive trials and validation by the committee. VehiScan® is based on proprietary intelligent OCR based algorithm capable of capturing and reading the license plates of all the vehicles moving even at high speed. Post recognition the central system matches it against the hot-listed/ stolen vehicles and raises an alarm locally as well as in the central control room. This helps the law enforcement agencies catch culprits in real time. The most significant feature of this product is its efficiency in recognition of license plates even when there is low visibility and large number of non-standard number plates in the city. It works in a 24x7 environDecember 2015

ment providing high level detection and recognition accuracy. It is also able to perform well in cluttered city scenarios with a mix of four and two wheelers. VehiScan® has been deployed at major entry and exits, with further expansion planned soon. TrafficMon™: Speed violation detection system was also approved and is successfully running at multiple locations. This system uses only high frame rate camera and IR light and calculates the speed of a moving vehicle in realtime, at the same time it captures multiple images of the violating vehicle. The OCR algorithm with the system does number reading. All this data is sent in real time to the command and control centre of Surat Police. The violator address details are fetched from VAAHAN

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for further challans generation and posted to offenders. Rakesh Asthana, Police Commissioner, Surat said, “This will help police create awareness about driving within speed limits and will reduce accidents on the road. Over 130 people were nabbed by the cops within one month of installation of the system. Most of these offenders were luxury car owners who

were over-speeding during peak traffic hours. The permissible speed limit is 60km on Gaurav Path.” The whole project was launched by Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben Patel with the aim of traffic management across the city. After successful implementation of the first phase, second phase of ANPR and TrafficMon speed cameras has also been ordered to be

deployed at more locations in the city. Vehant Technologies formerly known as KritiKal SecureScan is an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi linked entity and a leading manufacturer of under vehicle scanning system (UVSS), ANPR and traffic enforcement systems in India and other countries across the globe with multiple installations.

L&T Partners with iOmniscient T

he Control & Automation Business Unit of Larsen and Toubro Limited (L&T) is the world’s third largest systems integrator in their field. They have a dominant market position across multiple sectors from Oil & Gas, mineral & metals to power generation and in India, also in infrastructure development. It is positioning itself as one of the driving forces in India’s burgeoning Smart City Program for different solutions including surveillance systems. L&T has decided to partner with iOmniscient to provide intelligent

multi-sensor analytics solutions across these markets worldwide. These specially engineered solutions will be offered under L&T’s own i-Vision brand. Mr. Chattopadhyay, who heads the Control & Automation Business Unit that will drive this relationship said, “L&T is in the business of offering solutions to the market that will work well and deliver real value to our customers. We evaluated many solutions and determined that the majority were very simple & would not cope with the complexity of our customers’

environments. We selected iOmniscient because we wanted to offer a solution of the quality and sophistication that our customers would expect from L&T. So we were focussed on getting the best in class, and there was nothing that came close to the iOmniscient offering.” Dr Rustom Kanga, iOmniscient CEO emphasized that L&T’s extensive and widely distributed engineering team would ensure that very large projects could now be implemented seamlessly.

Dräger Participates in OSH India 2015 Platinum Partner presenting ‘Detect, protect and escape’ scenarios

räger showcased its safety solutions at Occupational Safety & Health (OSH), Goregaon on November 26 and 27, 2015. As the highlight

of the participation, Dräger showcased ‘Detect, protect and escape’ scenarios. These enable industrial workers to survive when they come face to face with December 2015

a potential hazard. However, they need to be equipped with safety devices that allow following the response chain. The introduction of more recent

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technologies has led to significant changes in the industrial ecosystem of India, creating the need for robust safety solutions at workplaces. The Dräger stall provided information on: ● High-quality educational content to meet the ever changing needs of the safety professional along with showcasing the latest products and services to market. ● Global best practices and solutions to address the modern safety challenges in workplace and industrial premises. The OSH event also included a knowledge-sharing session by Reinhold

Eisenbarth, Regional Segment Manager, MEA on the importance of human factors in developing respiratory protection systems. Dräger partnered with OSH India to open up an experience zone for deeper engagement with stakeholders along with live-demo sessions that took place throughout the exhibition days at the Dräger booth. Speaking on the occasion, Nikil Rao, Country Manager, Dräger Medical India Pvt Ltd and Dräger Safety India Pvt Ltd Said, “Safety is an intrinsic element towards protecting and saving human lives. India’s expanding industrial horizons

have seen a sprawling rise in workforce. This has increased the need for creating awareness on safety solutions. OSH India provides a platform to discuss technological trends in safety, with people who matter and people who care for the safety of their co-workers. To further reinforce safety, Dräger in association with the National Safety Council has initiated ‘Mission Suraksha,’ a road show truck travelling to the remotest parts of India creating awareness about safety. I am delighted at the response that we have received at every location. I am confident that Mission Suraksha will help us reinforce safety practices across India.”

Rosslare to Exhibit at IFSEC India 2015 R

osslare Security Products, a global provider of professional access control, intrusion and guard patrol solutions, will be demonstrating the AC825IP controller and O2S readers at IFSEC India. Rosslare will demonstrate the capabilities of the AC-825IP, its most advanced networked access controller, which supports up to 58 doors, and the O2S high-frequency AY-H6380 reader which supports reading from the secure memory of the world’s most accepted RFID technologies – MIFARE® DESFIRE® EV1, MIFARE® plus, and MIFARE® classic EV1. The AY-H6380 proximity & pin reader features 128-bit AES encryption, the ideal solution for anyone needing a high-security MIFARE DESFIRE EV1 pin/ proximity reader. The AC-825IP controller integrated with the O2S reader can provide a

highly flexible OSDP solution that is innovative and cost effective, capable of meeting the many challenges in commercial and secured institutional installations such as end-to-end encryption. All the communication is done through their dedicated AxTraxNG™ – Control Management software. AxTraxNG™ is user-friendly, intuitive, reliable, and rich in functionality. Using the cutting-edge development platform, AxTraxNG™ enables integrating and deploying various security features (such

as global anti passback, door interlock, car parking management, new reports infrastructure that allows high customization, and automated links behavior managed by the panels) with ease. Rosslare will also reveal its new HLX-24 wireless intrusion control panel, a new addition to the HomeLogiX™ family. The HLX-24 is suitable for residential and small office applications, and supports an android native App that controls and monitors the system. He further added, “The new OSDP

“The new AC-825IP access controller is going to be the revolutionary control panel from Rosslare for enterprise level access control solutions. The new design with all concealed wiring and lighting with door opening has given a completely new meaning to the housing for the panel. Its capability to control up to 58 doors will reduce the cost per door drastically for an enterprise level solution for higher number of doors.” – Manmohan Kumar Sales Director – Rosslare India December 2015

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readers will also increase the distance of the reader from the controller which will help for elevator control system for

higher number of floors where distance from the reader to controller is very important. Our specially designed O2S

readers can provide a new meaning to the data security in the field of Access Control.”

Launches

New Smart IP Surveillance Solutions, Taking IP Surveillance to the Next Level S

parsh has announced the release of their new line of Smart IP cameras, designed to fully meet all professional market requirements for efficient bandwidth and storage utilization, as well as unparalleled image quality and customer convenience. With the introduction of a Smart IP camera range which aims to transform the surveillance market by offering ‘SMART’ features like smart video encoding, smart store & forward, smart bandwidth control & 3G/ Wi-Fi etc., the cameras offer HDTV resolutions of up to 1080p at 30 fps, triple streaming with H.264, MPEG4 & MJPEG compression techniques, high quality audio and an open interface for easy integration with other systems.

Smart bandwidth control

quipped with a highly advanced codec algorithm, smart IP cam-

eras deliver images at a very low bit rate without compromising on image quality. Compared to traditional cameras, these cameras can deliver very good image quality even at 1Mbps 720p resolution. Smart bandwidth control significantly reduces the system’s load and storage requirements.

storage on SD cards while internet is disconnected and auto transfer of data on internet reconnection.

Wireless connectivity

n situations where wired connections with IP cameras are difficult, expensive or simply impossible to deploy, wireless IP camera connections are the ideal choice. Wireless connections can be achieved

Smart shutter control

mart IP offers HD resolution and smart shutter technology, including a real time trigger for compressed and uncompressed images. These individual images can be created parallel to a video stream, laying the groundwork for additional tasks such as ANPR to be performed alongside routine traffic monitoring.

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one of two ways: connecting wired IP cameras to a wireless access point using wireless modules and antennae capable of independent wireless connections.

Smart 3G connectivity

mart IP cameras offer optimized 3G streaming with the 3G upgrade via a plugged-in 3G wireless dongle.

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With the 3G wireless connectivity come the lower cabling costs and simpler installation, as deploying 3G wireless cameras does not require building and maintaining network infrastructures or Wi-Fi hotspots. And unlike installing

cameras with Wi-Fi or wired Internet connection, the installation of 3G cameras is not subject to the availability of Wi-Fi hotpots or Ethernet ports. This is the result of latest innovation of Sparsh Labs, dedicated to pro-

viding world-class technological solutions for the security industry. It has over 50 qualified and experienced engineers and technicians, who are continuously working on developing, testing and producing new products.

IS Jagdeva Receives Global Gold Shield Award I

qbal Singh Jagdeva, former APSA International President, President of International Aviation Security Association, and former Chairman ASIS International (Delhi Chapter) received the Global Gold Shield Award from Global Security Industry Alliance (GSIA) among 12 eminent award winners. This year the 4th Gold Shield Award ceremony was held in Shenzhen, China and the award was presented in front of prominent personalities from 30 countries in a stunning ceremony held on 29 October 2015 in a gathering of more than 1200 delegates.

The Gold Shield award is presented to individuals, companies and trade organisations that have provided unfaltering support and dedication over the last 10 years and are responsible for the growth of the global security community. Nominees were reviewed by the committee of GSIA professionals that selected 12 winners out of 50 nominees from various countries. The winners include VP â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Seagate Global, Global President of Honeywell, CEO of Samsung Techwin, Chief of the Third Research Institute of Ministry of Public Security, Sr. General Manager of Sony Corporation, President of Schneider, President of Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.

Matrix to showcase its centralized security solutions at IFSEC India 2015

atrix will showcase its complete portfolio of security products encompassing a range of access control, time-attendance and IP video surveillance solutions at the forthcoming IFSEC 2015 at New Delhi. Matrix will

showcase how its innovative, centralized security solutions are beneficial for multi-location organizations to improve security and enhance productivity, especially for branch offices at remote locations.

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With respect to access control and time-attendance solutions, Matrix will be launching its cutting edge multispectral, biometric fingerprint based door controller, which outperforms other sensors by improving accuracy, speed

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and security. Multi-spectral technology simultaneously reads the surface and subsurface to capture clear images every time – even when surface features are absent or hard to distinguish due to various factors. They will also demonstrate advance GPS based attendance marking from users’ smartphone for improving productivity of the field employees. “Along with this, we will also be showcasing our enterprise grade timeattendance solutions with new features,” said Jatin Desai – Product Manager of Access Control and Time-Attendance Solutions.

Under the video surveillance domain, Matrix will also be launching SATATYA SAMAS, its Enterprise-grade centralized management software. SATATYA SAMAS is a fully distributed solution designed for 24x7 video surveillance needs of multi-location, multi-server organizations. It provides features like sequencing, audio-visual alerts, SMS/ e-mail with snapshot notifications, integration with access control, intelligent video analytics (IVA) etc., for easy central and remote monitoring of organizations. With inclusion of video analytics like people counting,

tailgate, face detection, license plate recognition etc., SATATYA SAMAS can help users to centrally monitor multiple locations with the least human intervention. “With successful entry into the SME and LE segment with the recording devices and understanding their requirements in detail, the SATATYA SAMAS will provide these enterprises with more security and promptness to increase productivity. This will in turn provide them with more opportunity for growth,” said Kaushal Kadakia – Product Manager of Video Surveillance Solutions.

HGH Infrared Systems Participates in IFSEC India 2015 Will exhibit SPYNEL-M, the compact and cost-effective system for intrusion detection and tracking over 360 degrees

he SPYNEL-M is the latest in the Spynel series and benefits from their 15-year expertise in automatic detection and tracking systems for wide area surveillance applications. With dimensions of less than 12x20 cm and weight of only 1.8 kg, the Spynel-M is a cost-effective, rugged, and compact solution for critical infrastructure protection like solar and wind farms, prisons, water treatment facilities, power plants

and sub-stations, dams, oil depots, ammunition dumps, large storage areas etc. The SPYNEL-M continuously captures full panoramic, high-resolution infrared images every second to provide real-time security against conventional and asymmetrical threats including hardly detectable targets such as UAVs, RHIBs, or crawling men. Easily transportable, it can be carried in a backpack and quickly deployed on a light mast or fixed atop a

building for superior wide area surveillance. The SPYNEL-M ensures that no event is missed in the entire surroundings and fulfills the requirements for: ● Critical infrastructure protection. ● 24/7 perimeter security. ● 360° detection of asymmetrical threats. ● Airport/ airfield surveillance. ● Port monitoring. ● Special operation forces. ● VIP and event security.

Anviz Time attendance solutions for the Indian Air Force A

nviz Global recently provided the Indian Air Force with professional time-attendance solutions for its Train-

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comes equipped with the algorithm BioNano and is a waterproof, dustproof and scratchproof fingerprint sensor.

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Installation site

he Rave Air Force Station base in Tamil Nadu, southern India.

Project background

raining Command is the Indian Air Force's command responsible for training flying and ground crews. Due to the high frequency of trainings, the Indian Air Force Training Department required a biometric based solution that could accurately record and track the time and attendance for all staff members. When looking for a suitable partner, the administrators at the Rave Air Force installation required a system that included several features: 1) A biometric solution that could cap-

ture fingerprints that were wet, incomplete, or damaged. 2) Easy to use technology. 3) Capable of accounting for a high-number of employees. 4) Sophisticated firmware which was capable of handling complex time-attendance functions. 5) Highly compatible software integrates easily with IAF’s unique timeattendance database.

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nstalled in 20 sites of the Rave Air Force Station, Anviz-designed and manufactured EP300 meets the task and are all in use, tracking the arrival and departure of the India Air Force Training Department staff, while keeping an accurate account of the hours they trained and worked. The EP300 comes equipped with the BioNano algorithm. This technol-

ogy provides clear and accurate accounts of all types of fingerprints, even from wet and damaged fingers. The algorithm is capable of recording and logging a high-number of subjects. The EP300 encloses this technology in a durable, water-proof, and dustproof outer casing in the case of the staff working outside for a long time. Data-access and extraction is made easy through the use of USB cable, USB pen drive and TCP/ IP network. Anviz’s software was easily adapted to meet the needs of the India Air Force Training Department’s administrative requirements.

COM-SUR to offer its Technology for Free to all Places of Worhsip World Over All places of worship world over will be eligible to receive the COM-SUR software for free

EO and MD of Hayagriva Software (P) Ltd. Mumbai, Gautam D. Goradia announced at a recent road show, “Considering that places of worship too are often targets of attack, crime, and other losses, we would like to offer our technology per se for

free to them; in order that they can get better outcomes from their existing CCTV systems. All they need to do is to write to us. Once we verify the request and other details as determined by us, including the eligibility, at our discretion, we will be happy to December 2015

offer the software for free. Of course, there would be some restrictions and costs in terms of the version, installation, training, taxes and so on; but, per se, the relevant version of COMSUR will be offered for free to places of worship across the world!”

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™ SureVision 2.0

Delivering Outstanding Image Quality Overview

Simultaneous solution for extreme lighting conditions

mage quality is one of the most critical yet challenging elements of video surveillance. This is because every environment produces a variety of extreme lighting conditions and corresponding challenges that your technology must be equipped to handle. Pelco’s new Sarix® Enhanced cameras, IMM Series multisensor panoramic cameras, and Spectra® Enhanced cameras combat these challenges with the advancements in SureVision™ 2.0 technology. SureVision 2.0 combines advanced low-light capability, true wide dynamic range (WDR), and anti-bloom capabilities for industry-leading image quality. Advancements also include 3D noise filtering and improved tone mapping to retain color accuracy, smooth response to illumination changes, and overall image contrast. SureVision 2.0 enhancements deliver the best possible image for your environment – ensuring that critical evidentiary detail isn’t compromised – when a single scene contains the concurrent challenges of bright areas, shaded areas, and intense lighting conditions. December 2015

ften security cameras are marketed as top-of the-line, low-light/ wide dynamic range (LL/ WDR) cameras, offering benefit in these two most difficult security scenes. But are these cameras truly meeting customer needs? What you find in most competing offerings, is that you have to manually select whether to operate the camera in either WDR mode or in low-light mode. For example, some environments experience extreme polarity in lighting conditions. These wide dynamic range conditions are frequently present in daytime scenes that contain brightly lit areas with dark shadows such as from buildings or trees, and lobbies of commercial buildings with sunlight that backlights patrons as they enter the building. Many of the current LL/ WDR cameras handle this scene adequately, but only with wide dynamic range turned ON manually. Underlit scenes are also particularly challenging for 26

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outdoor cameras because often there isn’t enough ambient light to capture the critical details within a scene. Unfortunately, it is often in these low-light conditions that security needs are the greatest. Again, many currently available LL/ WDR cameras do reasonably well in these scenes, providing usable images down to 1 lux and below, but only when wide dynamic range is turned OFF manually. A compelling advantage of Pelco cameras with SureVision 2.0 technology is the ability to operate WDR and lowlight functionality simultaneously, which is a rare capability industry-wide.

That’s not what that scene looks like!” Sound familiar? Traditionally, security cameras have struggled to produce images that replicate the way the human eye perceives scenes, especially in scenes where there is a wide variation of light intensity. Detail in highlights and lowlights that the human eye easily picks up are lost due to a lack of dynamic range in cameras. The problem is so widespread with security cameras that it has become common to place cameras in locations not suited for the best security coverage, but to instead minimize the glare from the brighter areas of scenes. This problem is due to limitations within electronic sensors. Each pixel on a sensor can only absorb so much light before the pixel is full, creating a blown out portion of an image. Traditional cameras can only shorten the amount of time the pixel is allowed to collect light; however, these shorter exposures have the drawback of reducing the visibility in darker portions of the same scene. The human eye has this same limitation, but it is able to see in both dark and bright areas with ease by essentially taking multiple exposures. A combination of the more sensitive rods, less sensitive cones, and pupil action produce this effect. With the advancements of SureVision 2.0, images produced by Pelco cameras more closely match those from the human eye in both technique and performance. Multiple exposures are combined in a unique way to produce single frames with industry best levels of dynamic range and lowlight performance…just like the human eye.

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Low-light conditions

he ability to see detail and color in the dark is one of the most important aspects of a security camera. Perfect lighting is a luxury, largely absent in the video security industry. Low-light performance for a video security camera is the ability to resolve objects at extremely low light levels. There are many technical factors that influence this ability, such as sensitivity of the image sensor, speed of the lens, and the applied image processing. In the final analysis, what matters to most users of security cameras is how well a camera preserves image detail and color information. In the example shown above, you can see the relative low-light performance of SureVision 2.0 (bottom photo) and another camera in a scene at 2.0 lux. Both cameras were running at 30 fps with equivalent settings. The image sensor, a key component of SureVision 2.0 technology, has excellent low-light sensitivity. Additionally, SureVision 2.0 optimizes Pelco’s proprietary imaging pipeline to preserve detail and color-delivering images, even at extreme low-light levels. December 2015

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Measuring WDR

The importance of WDR and low light

nother area where dynamic range is particularly important, yet frequently ignored, is in low-light scenes. A particularly challenging, yet common example, is a nighttime traffic scene where it is challenging to see detail in the dark areas next to and between bright headlights. Many customers seek better low-light performance without realizing that what they really seek isn’t a more sensitive camera with a lower light sensitivity (lux value) specification, but a camera with the ability to resolve wide dynamic range scenes in low light. However, most manufacturers do not focus on camera performance in these low-light, wide dynamic range scenes. Therefore, their cameras do not perform well in low light while in wide dynamic range mode, rendering the camera nearly useless in these common scenes. Even when in wide dynamic range mode, blooming of bright objects causes loss of critical details in these situations. Thanks to anti-bloom technology and proprietary image processing, SureVision 2.0 produces clear, usable images in extreme low light without ever leaving wide dynamic range mode. No other competitor camera provides this simultaneous combination of performance. By focusing on delivering usable, natural video in all situations, Pelco has developed a camera with unprecedented applicability in a broad range of challenging scenes. The simplicity with which we present this powerful capability, makes it an easy choice for varied and challenging security applications.

o truly understand how SureVision 2.0 sets the bar in wide dynamic range performance, it is necessary to understand what exactly dynamic range is and how to quantify it correctly. Simply put, dynamic range in an image is the ratio between the brightest and darkest, correctly resolved, portions of an image. This ratio is usually expressed on a logarithmic scale as decibels, or dB, but can also be expressed as a linear ratio. For example, when 120dB is specified on a camera, this corresponds to a 1,000,000 to 1 linear ratio between the brightest and darkest portions of the image. Unfortunately, without a standardized definition of dynamic range used within the security industry, it is difficult to compare camera specifications. Some manufacturers list theoretical limits that are impossible to achieve in the realworld, some use unrealistic measurement techniques, while others still simply treat levels like 120dB as a label of ‘wide dynamic range’ performance whether or not this performance is actually attained. As a result, it is necessary to compare real-world performance of these cameras to truly understand how they perform. In the lab, one way to asses WDR performance is by looking at how many different shaded segments of a Xyla chart a camera can resolve. For example, in the image above (that has a range of 120dB), a competing camera that claims 120dB of dynamic range cannot resolve the full extent of the 90dB chart. This is because many of the darkest patches are completely obscured by visual noise. Additionally, several of the brightest patches all have the same value and do not exhibit a changeable quantity from one patch to the next and, therefore, cannot be counted as dynamic range. Pelco cameras with SureVision 2.0 technology currently specify 100dB and consistently deliver 100 to 110dB. December 2015

Noise filtering

raditional noise filtering uses temporal noise reduction, which compares one frame to the next and removes data (noise) that doesn’t match. This process reduces overall noise content in an image.

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maps colors within a frame to create high dynamic range images in a scene that has limited dynamic range, thereby replicating light intensities present in natural scenes. A tone map’s function is to map all the values from the scene into something the camera can display. Application of a fixed or restricted tone map will often produce poor image quality, because not every scene is the same and, thus, requires modifications to the tone map to render the best image. Dynamically changing the tone map based on the realtime scene statistics allows for a customized tone map for each and every scene imaged. By skillfully tuning these attributes, SureVision 2.0 enhanced tone mapping preserves important image details and color appearance that are integral to the original scene content.

Unfortunately, traditional noise filtering technology only removes the noise in the foreground of the scene. The result is that only the objects in the foreground are processed to reduce the visual noise, and anything in the background remains unprocessed. For example, a parking lot at night. Objects that are closer to, or approaching the camera such as vehicles or people, are processed to remove unwanted visual noise. Any object in the background remains unprocessed and will appear grainy.

3D noise filtering and the difference with SureVision 2.0

Outstanding image quality with SureVision 2.0

ureVision 2.0 enhances traditional noise filtering technology by incorporating spatial noise reduction (SNR), which uses information gathered from previous frames to calculate and form a model to remove noise from the current frame without degrading the critical details in a scene. The result is an entire image removed of unwanted visual noise that creates a grainy appearance – making every part of the image clearer, sharper, and noisefree, while revealing more fine details. 3D noise filtering also delivers an even cleaner signal than traditional digital noise reduction, resulting in increased storage space – so more video evidence can be stored on your hard drive. Additionally 3D noise filtering technology makes it easier for your camera to distinguish between true motion and image noise – allowing for your network and storage to be more efficient in motion detection, especially in low-light conditions.

ureVision 2.0 technology delivers outstanding image quality in challenging lighting conditions. To combat these challenges, SureVision 2.0 seamlessly combines true wide dynamic range and advanced low-light performance at the same time, simultaneously. Very few products have these technologies today. Anti-bloom technology also provides the ability to enhance night scenes when there are bright lights obscuring the details within a scene, such as a license plate or the make/ model of a vehicle. 3D noise filtering reduces the overall noise in a scene to deliver sharper, more accurate images, thus making it easier to identify suspects. It also results in greater disk space for storage purposes. Lastly, the enhanced tone mapping feature addresses the loss contrast while preserving the image details and color appearance important in the original scene.

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Introduces

The Flexzone™ Wireless Gate Sensor A simplified intrusion detection solution for sliding and swinging gates

enstar has introduced the FlexZone Wireless Gate Sensor which is designed to secure sliding and swinging gates and complements the coverage of the FlexZone ranging fence-mounted sensor. The FlexZone Wireless Gate Sensor is an accelerometer-based device that detects attempts to open, cut, climb, or otherwise break through a sliding or swinging gate. The compact, all-weather sensor module is attached directly onto the gate fabric and transmits alarm data to a nearby FlexZone processor over an encrypted link. An

ultra-low-power device, the sensor module is powered from its built-in solar panel and/ or internal batteries, eliminating the need to route cables from the fence to the gate and simplifying maintenance. “The FlexZone Wireless Gate Sensor addresses the long-standing challenge of installing and maintaining sensor cables on sliding and swinging gates,” said Senstar’s Vice President of Engineering Jeremy Weese, “It can be used on any gate material and since it is separate from the cable-based system, it can be tuned to the specific construc-

tion of the gate, allowing for more accurate detection of intrusions.” The FlexZone Wireless Gate Sensor consists of two main components: the sensor module and a receiver card installed inside a FlexZone processor. The sensor module analyzes vibration, motion and position data. It transmits intrusion and supervision alarms, power levels, RF link status, and auxiliary input state to the receiver card over the encrypted wireless link. The module also includes an auxiliary input cable for monitoring gate latch contacts and/ or other on-gate security equipment.

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aytec unveils the new Raytec Design App – a first of its kind app to make lighting design for video surveillance applications simple, quick and easy, and simplify the product selection process.

“With the new Raytec Design App it has never been easier to add lighting to video surveillance systems,” says David Lambert, Raytec’s Managing Director (Joint), “It puts an incredibly user-friendly lighting design tool at our customers’ fingertips, giving them the power to design professional lighting systems and deliver a simple visualisation of lighting on site.” Through the new Raytec Design App December 2015

users can easily access their site on Google Maps and plot the exact coverage from selected Raytec illuminators. Lighting design details can be saved as a project, edited afterwards and emailed for future reference. “Detailed lighting design plans usually come into the picture at later stages, this free app helps customers quickly gather an initial idea of the lighting requirements for their site,” says Mike Jamieson, Director – Raytec Systems Inc., “And compatibility with the Apple iPad and Android tablets mean lighting designs are now easily accessible and offer enhanced mobility for security professionals on the move.” Raytec also continue to offer a more in-depth Professional Lighting

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Design Service as a free support package, which includes 2D and 3D lighting design plans to highlight the best

possible lighting positions, number of fittings and detailed lighting levels. Their team of expert lighting design-

ers can help design a custom scheme that ensures excellent lighting performance and efficiency.

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Ethernet & Industrial Managed Switches

6-Port (4*10/100Tx Ethernet & 2*100Fx Fiber) Industrial Managed Switches (LMX-0602 Series)

ntaira Technologies has announced its expansion into the industrial networking infrastructure family with the LMX-0602 series. Antaira Technologies’ LMX-0602 series is a cost effective 6-port industrial managed Ethernet switch with a 12~48V DC power input range support. Each unit is designed with four 10/ 100Tx Fast Ethernet RJ45 ports, and two 100Fx Fiber ports with SC or ST type connectors having an option for either multi-mode (2Km) or singlemode (30Km) for network distance expansion. The product series provides high EFT, surge (2,000V DC) and ESD (6,000V DC) protection. In addition, all units have a dual power input design with a reverse polarity protection and a relay warning function to alert maintainers when any ports break or power failures occur. This makes it ideal for applications needing high reliability and distance extension in any harsh environment. Antaira’s new LMX-0602 industrial managed Ethernet switches have been perfectly designed to fulfill any industrial automation application in harsh or outdoor environments, such as power/ utility, solar grids, windmills, oil/ gas platforms, mining infrastructures, fac-

tory or process control automation, ITS – roadway traffic control or monitoring, building facility outdoor infrastructure or security surveillance and access control systems. This product series is pre-loaded with ‘Layer 2’ network management software, of which, it supports the ease of use Web Console or Telnet using a serial console by CLI configuration. All Antaira managed switches provide the ring network redundancy function with RSTP and the ITU-G.8032 support, which eliminates the compatibility issue for any existing network concern. The built-in SNMP, VLAN, IGMP, and QoS features support network planners when increasing data transmission performance within a network. The external USB2.0 port allows users to export and save all the configuration settings. In addition, the flexible ‘customs label’ feature allows network planners to name each connection port. This allows for easy remote management by being able to easily December 2015

recognize field devices. The LMX-0602 series is backed by a five year warranty and the units are IP30 rated, compact, fanless, DINRail and wall mountable. Each series is built to withstand industrial networking hazards like shock, drop, vibration, electromagnetic interference (EMI) and extreme temperatures. There are two operating temperature version models for either standard temperature (-10~70°C) or extended temperature (-40~75°C). The models have the dimensions of 46mm (W) x 99mm (D) x 142mm (H) and a unit weight less than 2 pounds.

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SightLogix Releases All-New Outdoor Video Security Design Tool SightSurvey 3 offers new features and usability improvements

ightLogix smart cameras cover the longest ranges and widest areas, making them the lowest-cost outdoor security solution available. With the allnew, third generation SightSurvey tool, you can easily model a SightLogix smart

camera system on your site and quickly compare the economic value against alternatives. SightSurvey uses Google Maps to help integrators, architects and engineers, site managers, and security directors design a layout on any facility. This lets you recognize important security coverage details, like detection ranges and blind spots. SightSurvey lets you plan the number of cameras and their optimal placement, and determine a camera’s automated range for

detecting a person or a vehicle. New features of SightSurvey 3 include: ● Modern, easy-to-use interface. ● One-click download of a comprehensive site design. ● Easily duplicate existing designs to make alternative layouts. SightLogix systems protect energy, transportation, chemical, utility, communications, and government facilities. Unlike video surveillance cameras that simply record video for review, SightLogix SightSensors automatically detect security breaches in real-time to alert responders with full situational awareness.

Milestone Goes Wide in New Device Pack Device Pack 8.2 for XProtect video management software enables perspective correction for Pelco panoramic cameras and adds nearly 200 devices to the ever-growing number of supported devices

ilestone Systems has released Device Pack 8.2 for partners and customers using Milestone XProtect monitoring solutions. A highlight of this release is support for perspective correction of video from 180, 270 or 360 degree panoramic cameras from Pelco by Schneider Electric. The support is achieved by a plugin to the Milestone XProtect Smart Client. Global unit shipments of 180/ 360

degree panoramic network camera is forecast to increase by more than 60 percent year-on-year according to re-

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search analysts IHS. Panoramic cameras are predicted to gain market share in verticals such as retail, airports and casinos, where monitoring wide indoor areas is a key requirement of the video security solution. In these scenarios, the cameras can reduce capital expenditure as fewer cameras are required to cover the same area compared to fixed or PTZ cameras. The challenge using

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fisheye panoramic cameras is that the picture from the camera needs perspective correction, which can be adjusted in the camera or in the software. This process, called dewarping, has several benefits when done in the software as it allows retrospective viewing. This gives the user the ability to go back in time to view the total scene in its original form and then pan, tilt, and/ or zoom with corrected perspective within the 360-degree image. In addition to the support for Pelco panoramic cameras, nearly 200 devices have been added to Milestone Device Pack 8.2. This list of new model support includes cameras from Axis Communications, Bosch and Samsung Techwin. The number of ONVIF-supported devices has increased by 64 now totaling 1271 devices.

ONVIF testing ensures quality

he XProtect Device Packs include tested drivers that are optimized to

enable the capabilities of a camera or other hardware device to be managed by XProtect software. Testing the drivers ensures the highest functionality for a video surveillance solution, which is important for total system operability, efficiency and stability. Milestone works closely with the device manufacturers in the Camera Partner Program (CaPP) to achieve the optimal interaction between their devices and the XProtect VMS. Milestone has always promoted driver standards like ONVIF and remains dedicated to supporting the broadest range of cameras and devices on the market. In the case of ONVIF supported devices, it is often assumed that a device that has passed the ONVIF test tool will work fully in a given infrastructure. This is not always the case as there are marked idiosyncrasies that need to be taken into account to ensure proper interoperability and to leverage full feature use of a device with a VMS. Before ONVIF supported devices are

listed on the Milestone supported hardware list on milestonesys.com, they have been tested to ensure that the functionality with XProtect is compliant with the ONVIF specifications. In the Milestone CaPP, this ONVIF functionality test can be done by Milestone or the vendors can do the testing in their facility after they have completed a 4-day Milestone training class. The ability to do the complete Milestone certification test can save time and costs for camera manufacturers in their go-tomarket strategy. “We are constantly working with our camera partners to provide the highest quality solutions for the benefit of our partners and mutual customers,” says Henrik Sydbo Hansen, Head of the Camera Partner Program at Milestone Systems, “This ensures the highest possible quality for a video surveillance solution.” The Milestone XProtect Device Pack 8.2 is available now for download from www.milestonesys.com/ support/download-software/

Flexible Multispan™ PoE + Ethernet Switch Range New DA11xx series added to SecurePoE™ range

antech Electronic Engineering, the UK manufacturer of specialist power supplies and ancillary equipment designed specifically for security applications, has launched a new range of Multispan™ PoE+ Ethernet Switch products. Providing both PoE+ 30W power and Ethernet transmission for up to four IP devices, the new Dantech ‘Multispan’ solutions consist of a dedicated multispan PoE power device and a separate dedicated Cisco switch, housed within a single secure enclosure. Offering system

flexibility, installers can choose to locate the multispan device either at the network endpoint or midpoint. Utilising the Cisco 10/ 100/ 1000 Gigabit full-duplex unmanaged switch, one network uplink and up to four IP devices (i.e., surveillance video, access control, or intercom) can be connected over Cat5 UTP cable. With no network configuration required, fast and simple connectivity saves installation time and money. In addition to the standard Multispan PoE + Ethernet Switch model, to December 2015

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guard against mains power outages, the device is also available with integrated battery backup. The MultispanUPS™ versions maintain both the PSU and Ethernet switch, and for a typical 5W load, the 10Ah battery model will supply continuous power for 100 hours. These models are ideal to prevent any power and IP transmission supply failures, and the associated time-consuming IP end-

device re-boot issues. Responding to demand from customers, Dantech has engineered a flexible solution to enable installers to provide combined PoE & Ethernet transmission for a range of IP applications, and locate it at an end or midpoint of their choice,” says Tim Scott, Director at Dantech Electronic Engineering, “Along with the delivery of ultra-robust

and secure power for complete peace of mind, we chose Cisco technology for the Ethernet switch component due to the company’s world-famous reputation for reliability, making them our ideal technology partner.” The range of 4-port combined PoE+ power and Ethernet switch products is available in indoor (including rackmount) and outdoor enclosures.

Launches

Anti-Ligature 3-Megapixel Fisheye Network Camera CC8370-HV for High Security Environments

IVOTEK announces the launch of its anti-ligature fisheye network camera, the CC8370-HV. This compact 3-megapixel fisheye network camera features an anti-grip design, WDR Pro and vandal resistant housing which simultaneously ensures the safety of detainees and the efficiency of staff on duty. The CC8370-HV is specially designed for high security environments, such as detention houses, holding cells, psychiatric wards, and correctional institutions. Recognizing the growing need for indoor surveillance of high security environments, VIVOTEK has developed the CC8370-HV to meet the challenges

of this demanding field. With anti-ligature edges, the camera can act as a life saver by preventing both self-harm and conflict. Featuring 180° horizontal panoramic views with an adjustable 25° tilt angle, the CC8370-HV allows security officers to see any event in cells, with zero blind spots. Thanks to a built-in microphone, sound within a 5 meter radius can also be clearly recorded. In addition, the CC8370-HV is armed with a robust IP66-rated and IK10-rated housing, to enable the camera’s body to withstand water and dust and to protect against vandalism or tampering. To ensure 24/7 surveillance, it is equipped with WDR Pro, which captures both the dark and bright areas of an image and combines the differences to create a highly realistic representation of the original scene. Furthermore, with the SNV (Supreme Night Visibility) technology, the CC8370-HV is empowered to provide high December 2015

quality images under low-light conditions. This superior visibility at night time further enables the CC8370-HV to eliminate unexpected and unwanted incidents. The CC8370-HV is also supported by ST7501, VIVOTEK’s free video management software, which is able to record network video streams up to 32 channels. Security officers can set up IP surveillance systems with ease and plan ahead by setting up numerous alarm triggers, such as motion detection and camera tampering detection. This seamless integration of VIVOTEK IP solutions not only results in superb image quality but also can distribute intelligence for effective management and reaction without delay. Tim Su, Director, Marketing Communication Department, VIVOTEK stated, “The debut of CC8370-HV has shown VIVOTEK’s adaptability to a unique and changing market. With 15 years of experience focusing on IP surveillance, we are always prepared to create and embrace new business challenges and opportunities.”

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NEXT Generation ExPLORE Surveillance cameras for extreme and hazardous conditions

utch global supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions, Siqura, launched its next generation ‘ExPLORE’ range CCTV systems on 10 November 2015. An improved range of state-of-the-art video surveillance solutions, these systems are explosion protected and perform safely and reliably in harsh environments. The range of analogue, IP and thermal cameras provides everything needed to successfully monitor all kinds of CCTV projects no matter how complex, both onshore and offshore, in the marine, oil and gas industry.

Next generation cameras for harsh conditions

he advanced ExPLORE 2.0 range features electro-polished, highly corrosion resistant 316L stainless steel, ideal for offshore locations. The range is complete with models equipped with thermal imagers that provide vision at night and in difficult lighting conditions. The improved electronics have in-

creased the reliability of the entire system and offer more and easier integration features: ● The operating temperature is increased to 60°C with peak temperatures up to 75°C. ● All PTZ and fixed cameras can be selected with integrated analogue, IP over fibre or IP over coax. ● Combined with integrated 24V ac, 115V ac and 230V ac power options, installation is made easier and cost-efficient without the need for additional, expensive Ex-d enclosures. ● Mounting accessories, washer tanks and conduit cables are manufactured to the same standards of ruggedness and durability. During the facility’s lifetime, these adaptable systems can handle a multitude of operational situations, such as new or larger operations. The open CCTV architecture enables migration from present CCTV systems to next generation IP-based solutions. From many (remote) locations, via multiple

video streams in various qualities and formats, these systems enable remote monitoring of a large number of onshore and offshore installations. They provide simultaneous monitoring, high quality evidence recording, long-term recording and surveillance of operators with mobile devices. Roger Decker, Managing Director, Siqura said, “We listened to our customers and implemented their requirements in our next generation and safe area range of ExPLORE; enabling us to fully meet the requirements of the challenging world of marine, oil and gas.”

Releases

High-value Quad-core NAS TS-251+ and TS-451+

Supporting Virtualization, Encryption, Transcoding and HDMI Output NAP® Systems, Inc. released the quad-core 2-bay TS-251+ and 4-bay TS-451+ NAS that provide an uncompromising high-performance and scalable storage solution for small offices and workgroup users with appealing affordability. The new models feature virtualization readiness, contain-

erized applications, advanced backup solutions, real-time & offline video transcoding, QvPC Technology, HDMI video playback with an included remote control, and many more functions that are beneficial for businesses and SOHO users to build a cost-efficient and modern storage solution. December 2015

The TS-251+ and TS-451+ are powered by a 22nm 64-bit quad-core Intel® Celeron® 2.0GHz processor (burst up to 2.42GHz) with 2GB/ 8GB energy-efficient DDR3L RAM. They also include dual Gigabit LAN ports, and can deliver up to 225 MB/s throughput and up to 205 MB/s transfer speeds with AES 256-bit

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volume & folder encryption.“The TS251+ & TS-451+ are ideal choices for those who demand the superior performance of a quad-core x86-based NAS without breaking the budget,” said Jason Hsu, Product Manager of QNAP, “Both NAS are speedy, versatile and provide future-proof scalability.”

NAS. The Container Station integrates LXC and Docker® lightweight virtualization technologies and allows apps to be downloaded from the built-in Docker Hub Registry®. Not limited to high-end models, the TS-x51+ includes the highly-anticipated snapshot function (a mini-

The new NAS series runs QTS 4.2, a smart NAS operating system that comes with a variety of features to empower offices and home applications. Users can run multiple applications on Windows®, Linux®, UNIX® and Android™ based virtual machines on the NAS with the Virtualization Station, and operate multiple isolated Linux systems on the

mum of 4GB RAM is required). The QTS Storage Manager can easily create snapshots within seconds for both volumes and LUN, and users can also carry out snapshot replica and cloning tasks. The NAS series also offers flexible backup solutions for Windows and Mac® and disaster recovery solutions with Real-Time Remote Replica-

tion (RTRR), rsync and cloud storage backup. Users can easily operate the TS251+ and TS-451+ as a PC with QvPC Technology. By simply plugging in a keyboard, mouse and HDMI display, users can directly access stored data, run multiple virtual machines, surf the web, enjoy 1080p videos with the included remote control and up to 7.1 HD audio with Kodi™, monitor live feeds on Surveillance Station, and much more. The NAS also supports excellent realtime and offline transcoding capabilities as well as streaming photos, music and videos to different rooms from a single device using Bluetooth®, USB devices, HDMI, DLNA®, Apple TV® and Chromecast™ as a multi-zone control system. The TS-x51+ is ideal for organizations to build a secure private cloud with numerous offerings, including crossplatform file sharing for Windows, Mac, Linux and UNIX users; support for Windows® AD, LDAP directory services and Windows® ACL; VPN server with L2TP/ IPsec, OpenVPN, and PPTP support; 2-step verification; encrypted access, and more.

DIGIEVER NVR New Firmware FW2.1.0.58 Released D

IGIEVER announces that new firmware 2.1.0.58 is available for DIGIEVER NVR. In firmware 2.1.0.58, DIGIEVER presents one more method to backup videos, instant Modbus I/O event notification and other advanced features. “To quickly response to market

needs and customers’ requirements, we are dedicated to developing new features and releasing them in very short time,” said Allen Tseng, Product Director of DIGIEVER, “DIGIEVER NVR becomes more powerful and intuitive than before. With one DIGIEVER NVR, users can flexibly deploy cameras and December 2015

guard the area in a smarter way.”

Modbus I/O box status on Liveview

ithout entering configuration page, users can easily obtain all Modbus I/O boxes’ information and status on liveview page. Once a Modbus I/O

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event is triggered, users can instantly notice what kind of event is triggered and its status to take corresponding action in order to minimize event damage and cost. With event pusher, user-defined I/O alias name and filter, users can clearly notify events on the top of window via user-defined Modbus I/O name and display desired event types from multiple Modbus I/O boxes.

Event backup to external FTP

IGIEVER NVR can smartly back up video clips and snapshots to external FTP server when an event is triggered. This feature allows users to store key evidence for a longer time with no impact of NVRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s HDD recycle. In addition to this new backup method, DIGIEVER NVR offers up to 7 methods to quickly duplicate recorded videos for different usages and purposes such as USB backup, remote backup to

NAS and instant export while playback videos.

Dual-stream supported for Generic RTSP/ MJPEG

or cameras without DIGIEVER official native integration, DIGIEVER NVR allows users to add cameras via Generic RTSP (H.264) and Generic MJPEG so as to test or demo IP video solution for potential customers and possible projects. DIGIEVER NVR also supports dual-stream for cameras added by Generic RTSP/ MJPEG. Depending on surveillance requirements, users can flexibly use two video streams for monitoring and recording. For example,

NVR can record video in higher resolution (stream1) and display video in lower resolution (stream2) to save network bandwidth.

Comprehensive compatible capability

IGIEVER keeps integrated with newly launched IP cameras and related IP video surveillance products. Until now, DIGIEVER has been successfully integrated with over 100 IP camera brands and more than 4000 models. Users can freely adopt various brands of IP cameras or video servers to deploy surveillance systems in diverse vertical markets such as finance, education, government etc.

Hikvision Easy IP Solution to Offer More Advanced Features for SMB Requirement Easy and secure installation H T

ikvision is expanding its Easy IP Solution family of cameras and NVRs in its continued quest to make CCTV surveillance easier, quicker and smarter. The new addition of Easy IP range now brings more advanced features, such as 4MP ultra-high resolution, 120dB WDR and H.264+ optimized Smart codec etc., bringing video surveillance to a new height for small- to medium-sized businesses.

he new Easy IP Solution makes installation easy and secure for all users. The PoE-equipped NVRs mean that the need for a separate power supply to each camera is eliminated, while the inclusion of the 4MP panoramic fisheye camera allows the entire coverage of store or office rather than having to deploy several fixed cameras. The

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recessed-mount dome cameras also enable installers to simply use existing downlight installations while cameras with motorized lens, and with PT (pantilt) and PTZ functionality eliminate the need for post-installation camera and lens direction positioning.

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for each camera, the Easy IP Solution includes a complete range of Wi-Fi cameras and NVRs featuring auto-detection, auto-connection and easy access. At the same time, the PoE NVRs automatically allocate an IP address to each camera when it is connected, completely removing any potential delays with configuring IP address forwarding and saving time in large installations.

Easy storage

eaturing on-board storage on many of the cameras, Hikvision’s Easy IP

Solution also offers high compression efficiency codecs to reduce the burden placed on the transmission and storage elements of the system. This is particularly significant for high-definition IP systems where bandwidth and storage costs can be a major concern – a standard H.264 camera with full HD 1080p resolution and one month of recording can result in about 1.2 TB of space consumed. The Hikvision H.264+ optimized Smart codec technology helps to reduce storage consumption by up to two-thirds, with full HD 1080p resolution for one month consuming just 462 GB.

Easy and advanced viewing and video management

ll Hikvision Easy IP cameras support the EZVIZ Cloud – P2P service, which enables remote access from

your smartphone. This means you can view the live video and recorded video files from your house, store, office or enterprise anytime and anywhere. EZVIZ also includes Intelligent Alarm support so that any intrusion or emergency events can be precisely recognized and resolved.

Choice of 28 cameras

he Easy IP range of indoor and outdoor cameras is designed to meet a wide variety of needs and includes bullet, dome, panoramic, cube and PTZ styles. For instance, the 1MP and 2MP mini cameras with their on-board storage capability will be especially suited to homes and smaller business installations, while the 4MP ultra-HD units with H.264+ smart codecs ensure high quality 1080p resolution images day and night.

Axis Announces Explosion Protected Network Cameras for Hazardous Areas The cameras feature stainless steel housings and offer, amongst others, full HDTV resolution image quality. They are ideally suited for video surveillance monitoring of onshore, offshore, marine, and heavy industrial environments

Group Ltd in the UK (http://www.theoxalisgroup.co.uk/), a specialist provider of communications and security solutions for hazardous areas, and fitted with customized AXIS Q1765-LE Network Cameras. “With the new explosion protected network cameras we are offering plant managers in the oil, gas, chemical processing, paper and textile industries a powerful video surveillance moni-

xis Communications introduces its first explosion protected network cameras – XF40-Q1765 Explosion Protected Fixed Network Camera and XP40-Q1765 Explosion Protected PTZ Network Camera – both featuring a 316L stainless steel housing certified for hazardous areas according to amongst others ATEX, IECEx, cLCus and Class I, II/Div 1 for OSHA. The housings are manufactured and certified by Oxalis December 2015

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toring solution for hazardous areas,” says Erik Frännlid, Director of Product Management, Axis Communications, “In addition, Axis’ broad safe area product portfolio complements these two new cameras, opening for new installations in new markets. We have partnered with Oxalis, a member of Eaton Corp., combining our profound knowledge of digital network systems with the expertise in explosion protection of Oxalis.” The cameras are designed not to cause an explosion. Their housings prevent any inside spark or explosion from escaping and igniting gases or dust in the surrounding air. The cameras can also be equipped with certified, explosion protected accessories, such as wall mounts, pole top brackets and a pressur-

ized washer tank. They provide superb image quality and color fidelity, as well as a high level of flexible integration with other equipment, such as access control and fire alarms. They offer flexible remote accessibility, using any existing IP-based networks. XP40-Q1765 also offers continuous 360° pan-tilt. The cameras are supported by the industry’s largest base of video management software through the Axis Application Development Partner Program, and AXIS Camera Station. The cameras also include support for AXIS Camera Application Platform and ONVIF for easy camera system integration and for application developers to provide the camera with intelligent capabilities. XF40-Q1765 and XP40-Q1765

The explosion protected network cameras are suited for hazardous areas such as oil and gas rigs and refineries and chemical processing plants

for hazardous areas complement Axis’ wide range of network cameras for use in safe areas. The explosion protected network cameras and their accessories are planned to be available in Q4, 2015 through Axis distribution channels at the suggested retail price ranging from $6999 to $18499.

Nokia Networks Unlocks Full Potential of Mission-Critical LTE for Public Safety N

okia Networks’ end-to-end LTEbased solution underlines its commitment to public safety communications, enabling a rich variety of multimedia tools and applications for first responders and other public safety personnel. LTE technology offers high bandwidth and high reliability for disaster-level operational capabilities and information management with low latency for the fastest connectivity. Public safety operators will benefit from a lower cost of implementation and spectral efficiency in their networks. In addition, Nokia Networks provides rapid end-to-end integration of the full solution. LTE mobile broadband enables a

whole new level of efficiency for public safety, offering: real-time communications; high-quality video streaming to provide remote team members a direct view to emergency situations; robotics; remote data access and diagnostics; and

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services based on location data. Standardized technologies and a single platform approach are also central to the development of smart cities, for which public safety is one of the first and most important criteria. Making use of mil-

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● Nokia Networks LTE mobile broadband portfolio enhanced with selected partner products to offer a full end-to-end public safety product and service portfolio. ● Solution based on 3GPP-standardized safety features. ● Nokia Networks quality standards ensure reliable and secure public safety solution. ● Robust LTE public safety networks important element of smart cities of the future. lions of sensors and Internet of Things (IoT), objects will further enhance the safety of first responders and citizens. An additional advantage is a wide choice of LTE devices that are cost-effective compared to dedicated public mobile radio

systems such as TETRA and P25. The end-to-end Nokia Networks Public Safety Portfolio in brief: ● Available today: a fully-featured public safety LTE voice and data communications network that is 3GPP compliant, including Quality of Service, high availability, mobility, security and resilient IP connectivity. ● The public safety LTE network is built on Nokia Networks’ radio access network, evolved packet core, VoLTE solution, IP Multimedia Subsystem, Core in a Box solution, subscriber data and device management, network management, Self-Organizing Networks, and Nokia Liquid Applications technology.

● Nokia Networks LTE Network in a Box offers standard authorized IP connectivity and can provide complete LTE network coverage for users in minutes. ● End-to-end security offering for public safety networks, protecting devices and networks. ● Nokia Global Services provide deep expertise for designing, implementing, optimizing, operating and maintaining networks that fulfill the specific requirements of public safety authorities reliably and efficiently. ● Nokia’s end-to-end solution consists of a comprehensive partner portfolio including devices, applications, and interworking functions for legacy systems such as TETRA and P25.

Motorola Solutions Enables Safer Cities and Communities through Smart Public Safety Solutions M

otorola Solutions shows at PMRExpo 2015 its cutting-edge ecosystem of devices, software and services that is creating an intelligence-led future for public safety. Whether the priority is to keep emergency responders and the command centre constantly connected and informed, or to ensure reliable communications with employees on-site or off-site: By combining intelligent solutions like body-worn cameras with nextgeneration analytics methods, Motorola Solutions provides end-to-end solutions for first responders that are unmatched in the marketplace. “Our Smart Public Safety solutions transform ever-growing data sources into a force multiplier, enabling fast, accurate emergency response and crime

prevention,” said Christoph Thomas, Chairman, Motorola Solutions Germany GmbH, “By harnessing data from numerous sources such as live video footage from unmanned aerial vehicles, social media, sensors or body-worn cameras, we enable first responders to keep workflows simple and intuitive while improving situational awareness and officer safety.”

Intelligence-led analytics for the command center

otorola Solutions showcased its comprehensive CommandCentral portfolio for increased pre-, mid- and post-event awareness in the command centre and on the street. With advanced

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analytics, agencies and departments can aggregate data and visualize it in several ways, including location and heat mapping, charting or simplifying complex historical data into well-arranged dashboards.

Deployable longterm evolution (LTE) broadband solutions

otorola Solutions offers a full set of public safety LTE solutions that provide the speed, priority, control and security that public safety, government agencies and other critical services require. With on-demand TETRA and LTE connectivity, emergency service personnel can stay connected with an easily transportable infrastructure that

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operates as stand-alone or as an extension to the main network. Motorola Solutions has teamed up with Ericsson, the world’s leading provider of technology and service to telecom operators, to deliver market-leading LTE technology to public safety.

Capturing critical events instantly and accurately

xpanding the capabilities of connected police officers, Motorola Solutions demonstrates a full range of wearable solutions that combines voice communications, video, images and emergency alerting into compact and easy-to-use devices. As recently announced at the IACP conference, the Si300 and Si500 body-worn cameras integrated with radio speaker microphones present an innovative interface that extends the performance of the connected police officer. When paired with a Motorola APX P25 portable radio, the solution enables users to control radio channels and talkgroups, view and tag

recorded videos and photos as well as listen to audio recordings. The Si Series smart devices combine with the Motorola CommandCentral Vault storage system to form an end-to-end digital evidence management solution for law enforcement agencies that is unmatched in the marketplace.

Seamless collaboration

t PMRExpo, Motorola Solutions also presented its WAVE™ Work Group Communications for enhanced connectivity, interoperability and collaboration. WAVE Work Group Communications is a broadband pushto-talk (PTT) solution that delivers real-time voice and data securely over any network, using any device. From two-way radios to smartphones, laptops to landlines, tablets to rugged handhelds, users can use the devices they already have and the networks they already subscribe to and communicate via PTT with other teams and individuals both inside and outside of their communication system.

Collaborative environment for commercial users

cross many industries like utilities, energy or manufacturing there is growing customer demand for highly secure, reliable and cost-efficient professional two-way radio communications solutions that provide users with the flexibility to expand networks and applications. Motorola Solutions is exceeding these requirements and introduces its new feature-rich, next-generation trunking solution called MOTOTRBO™ Capacity Max, delivering significant advances in capacity, performance and manageability. MOTOTRBO Capacity Max is scalable from small, single-site systems to large, complex projects that demand greater capacity (up to 3,000 users per site) and higher levels of performance from voice and dataintensive communications deployments. It also supports the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) standard for multivendor interoperability, including the Tier III mode of operation.

CONNEX by Amimon Delivers Market Leading Innovation for Aerial Imagery at Drone World Expo Zero-latency, wireless HD transmission solution broadens opportunities

t the recent Drone World Expo, Amimon showcased CONNEX, the zero-latency, wireless HD transmission technology solution for aerial video photography. They also participated in two flying sessions with their partner iCam Copters, LLC. Amimon also presented an informative session titled ‘Why Zero Latency is Essential to UAV HD Live Video Broadcast.’

“As drone applications continue to proliferate, there is an increased need for improvement in image quality to meet the expanded applications,” said David Shefler, Vice President, Sales, Amimon, “Through our CONNEX offering, we are enabling users across applications to create high quality video to meet these demands while also helping to galvanize industry growth and safety.” December 2015

Delivering full HD video quality with zero-latency transmission with a range of up to 1,000 meters (3,300 feet), the flying sessions demonstrated the advantages of CONNEX wireless HD video technology over standard definition or lower resolution images in the UAV market. CONNEX included a robust 5GHz radio with sophisticated 2x5 MIMO and automatic channel selection

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(AFS) which allows CONNEX to ensure resilient connectivity at all times, free from interference from UAV controls and other 2.4GHz radio links. A multicasting feature supports up to four screens simultaneously while maintaining excellent HD video. CONNEX is ideal for broadcast, inspection, aerial

photography, crowd control and other applications that require real-time control of both camera and drone. The solution includes all antennas, cables and connectors required for air and ground unit setup. CONNEX is optimized to support PPM gimbals and DJI CAN-Bus flight controller telemetry, adding to existing support for SBUS gimbals and the Mavlink protocol of 3DR. Co-existence with other 5GHz transmitters allows support of drones that feature a secondary transmitter. Other features include an onscreen display with yaw and directional arrows and a fail-safe mechanism for gimbal control for improved safety and

reliability. Wireless HD video connectivity is creating a revolution in content creation and consumption. AMIMON, a market leader in zero latency wireless HD video, has invented exclusive technology to harness the power of mobile cameras and fixed video sources, to bring HD content to remote display screens or distribution switches. AMIMONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s systems utilize its core technology to deliver convenience and flexibility to create, transmit and view content on remote devices with the highest image quality. Amimon is the developer of CONNEX a breakthrough wireless video solution for aerial drones.

Video Management Systems (VMS) V

ideo Management Systems (VMS) serve as the user interface to command and control video surveillance systems. These systems comprise imagers, recording devices, extended storage, intelligent analytics, and user display and control interfaces (monitors, video walls, and keyboards). Today, there are two different types of deployments for VMS viz., hardware and software. Software solutions were developed to deploy on a customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hardware and required significant expertise and technical resources to install and implement.

To simplify this process and provide more purposed based systems, hardware based VMS appliances are now available and gaining in popularity. These special purpose built appliances have high-end video rendering hardware and extended I/O capabilities for sub system integrations. According to a report from IHS, the market size of global video management software is expected to exceed $3 billion by 2018, and the Chinese market is growing the fastest among them. Milestone Systems and Genetec, which are

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the two important video management software suppliers of the world, have a big part of the global market share. Industry consolidation among video software and hardware manufacturers has forced the VMS to evolve from a pure software product with per-channel licensing fee models to a more appliance oriented industry with capacity and features controlled by the appliance.

Dahua DSS product

ahua has a full-featured VMS product family named DSS, which is available as a pure software product for installation on customer hardware when required. Advanced DSS appliances are also available from Dahua. The DSS7016 series and DSS4004 series are state-of-the-art integrated appliances. The integrated appliances share a common software base, but the appli-

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ance hardware is designed to optimize performance with the rigorous demands of a video management server. The VMS serves as the command and control interface of a video system. Requirements include: user rights management, device management, device status, storage status, live viewing, playback, and export. These functions become very complex the larger the video system becomes. System availability, user interaction, and workflow management are key factors. DSS appliances and software provide the very best level of support while maintaining an easy-to-use interface for operators and technicians. Features include: live viewing, playback, storage management, video display management (video walls, matrix controllers, and monitors), 2-way audio control, and other advanced features. Some of the advanced feature support includes: POS integration with data sync and intelligent video analysis to aid in event identification (tripwire, intrusion, object abandonment, object missing, people counting, etc.), and e-map (floor plans with camera locations).

Advantages of DSS ● Reliable & Multi-functional: The embedded Linux operating system provides reliable platform support which is protected from malicious software attack. ● Cost Effective and Energy Efficient: Appliance integration provides maximum performance and reduces the total cost of ownership by reducing hardware costs, energy costs, and maintenance costs. ● Hot Spare: Hot standby

DSS FAMILY There are various vertical market enhanced solution versions for DSS: Product

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lance, playback, intelligent. Apply to retail, factory, hotel etc. Support POS and people counting.

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Intelligence transportation platform, apply to street monitoring.

DSS4004-T

Support intelligent analysis such as license plate recognition, red light enforcement, ANPR, radar speed enforcement etc.

DSS7016-M Mobile surveillance platform, support real-time monitoring, playDSS4004-M back, and E-map. DSS-M also enhances its user-experience on the operation of GPS positioning, electric-fence, track of vehicle, various reports etc. DSS7016-H

Apply to intelligent building, like plaza, shopping mall, hotels and

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parking lot. The system integrated with video surveillance, access control, alarm, video intercom and intelligent parking.

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mode can improve the stability of system, if the active server fails or disconnects the hot standby server changes to active mode automatically and the system keeps on work normally. ● Easy Installation: The pre-configured appliance only requires a simple power-on boot and connection to your security equipment network. ● Easy Access. Easy access to DSS sys-

tem via browser, client-end or mobile client, anytime and anywhere. ● Open Third Party Friendly Platform: Open platform SDK supports partners to develop their own features and applications. DSS offers support for Windows, iOS, Android, ONVIF devices, third party equipment as well.

Conclusion

MS evolution continues as the market matures. Consolidation of VMS and hardware continues to drive cost savings, tighter systems integration, and better operator experiences. Powerful additions including video analytics, license plate recognition, facial detection, access control, and intrusion detection make the appliance solution a better choice. December 2015

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Understanding NERCCIP-014, and the Associated Communications Equipment Infrastructure for Electrical Substation Physical Security By Bruce M. Berman â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ComNet Vice President of New Business Development

Introduction

or most of the history of the electric power transmission and distribution industry, electrical substations were thought of as assets with relatively minimal physical security concerns. The chain-link fences surrounding them, and the well-known and ominous sounding â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Danger-High Voltage, Keep Awayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; signs were usually sufficient to prevent unauthorized entry to or vandalism of these facilities, and more recently, the prevention of theft of valuable copper and other costly materiel. Largely unreported within the media, the Pacific Gas & Electric (PG & E) Metcalf substation in San Jose, California, supplying power to the Silicon Valley area was vandalized in April, 2013, with a sniper damaging insulator bushings on 17 power transformers, resulting in $17 million in damage. The incident, which happened shortly after midnight, began when fiber-optic communication lines were severed in two underground vaults near the substation. The probable objective of the vandal was to create a

widespread power outage, but fortunately the utility was able to reroute power at the facility, and the public experienced no outages. Another incident occurred in August of 2014; materials were stolen from a construction trailer located at the Metcalf site. Both incidents dramatically underscored the issue surrounding physical security as it relates to the national electric power supply grid. In the world we now live in, substation security and surveillance have become major concerns on a global scale for electric power utilities and providDecember 2015

ers. The economic and life safety consequences of deliberate and maliciously incurred power outages are obvious. The threat potential for these unattended and frequently remotely located and easily targeted facilities (which also includes remotely located wind farm and photovoltaic array/ solar power generation sites) is considered to be high, and of critical national importance. Physical security protection of this enormous critical asset is clearly required, in terms of CCTV video surveillance, event recording, perimeter detection and monitoring, and controlled access to the site for maintenance and other authorized personnel, particularly at the points of power generation and at electrical transmission and distribution substations. As the threat potential to the national power supply grid is considered to be so significant, to ensure the maintenance of physical security at electrical substations, in March of 2014, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) mandated the North American Energy Reliability Corporation (NERC)

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to create a series of Critical Infrastructure Standards (CIP) that would define “physical security risks and vulnerabilities related to the reliable operation” of the bulk power supply system. NERC is a not-for-profit regulatory authority whose mission is to ensure the reliability of the electrical power system in North America, and it is subject to oversight by the FERC and governmental authorities in the U.S. and Canada. NERC’s jurisdiction includes owners, operators, and users of the bulk power system which serves more than 334 million people. FERC had approved NERC’s critical infrastructure protection standard for physical security protection on November 20, 2014; this standard is defined as NERC-CIP-014. With the advent of NERC-CIP-014, electrical utilities and bulk power providers have entered into an era that was basically unthinkable prior to the events at the PG & E Metcalf substation. NERC-CIP-014 requires that all power utilities in the U.S. and Canada comply with the security requirements defined by NERC-CIP by a given deadline, or they will be liable for sizeable fines. As such, the power utilities in these countries are under intense pressure to meet the difficult security regulations imposed by NERC-CIP-014.

Understanding NERCCIP-014

ERC-CIP-014 is intended as a model, or best practices blueprint for the guidance of not only bulk electric power providers/ utilities, but also for physical security professionals to provide the most effective protection of vital outdoor-located electrical transmission and distribution assets. NERC-CIP-014 was largely created as a guideline for the protection of North American electric

power substations from physical attack. NERC-CIP-14 describes a “systems approach” for providing physical security protection of mission-critical substation facilities and other key assets within a utility, and six specific actions have been identified by NERC: ● Deter ● Detect ● Delay ● Assess ● Communicate ● Respond NERC also recommends a “Defense in depth” concept to “Prevent the advance of an attacker”. This concept entails the creation of several zones of protection over a wide area, so that the utility may respond to an event over a wider time interval, instead of utilizing a “Single, strong defensive line.” These zones or layers of protection would typically initiate with the fencing surrounding the substation or other mission-critical facility, as well as controlled access points for authorized personnel, and ultimately terminate at some very critical location, such as the shelter containing the control and metering equipment at the substation. As part of the NERC-CIP-014 implementation process, each utility must identify their most mission-critical facilities; these are facilities defined as installations that in the event they were damaged or taken off-line, would “result in widespread instability, uncontrolled separation or cascading within an interconnection.” As a means of preventing such an event, the utility must “Develop, validate and implement plans to protect against physical attacks that may compromise the operability or recovery” of these critical assets. To demonstrate compliance, a utility is required to perform a complete seDecember 2015

curity audit and review, so as to identify any potential threats to the substations and other assets they have determined to be mission critical, confirm the risk assessment with an independent third party, and finally implement the physical security protection necessary to maintain protection of those assets. The utility is then required to submit to another independent third party analysis, to review and evaluate their intended means of providing compliance against the identified threats. These requirements are time-phased, allowing the utility the opportunity to install and integrate the required physical security detection and protection hardware within their facilities. As the threat potential by terrorist activity to disrupt the delivery of electric power will most likely remain for the foreseeable future, other issues such the theft of valuable equipment assets and vandalism are perhaps more well-known, and must also be considered from a security standpoint. With the price of copper at record levels, and as the use of copper is so prevalent within electrical substations, it has become a very attractive target for theft, often with lethal consequences for the thieves. Maintenance personnel have been injured, and in some cases killed when servicing facilities where electrical components where removed by theft, thereby compromising the safety of the installation when the theft was not detected previously by the utility. The mitigation approaches and processes that may be employed for NERCCIP-014 compliance are beyond the scope of this paper, much of which utilizes proven and well-known hardware and mitigation techniques widely available within the industrial security marketplace.

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NERC-CIP-5

ERC has also released another highly important security standard; NERC-CIP-5. Although NERC-CIP-014 is largely concerned with the threat of physical security attacks compromising the integrity of the national power supply grid, NERC-CIP-5 addresses the equally serious threat of cyber-security attacks to the entire North American electrical power supply infrastructure.

Communications equipment for substation physical security & SCADA network applications

he communication networks within the typical substation can be broken down into two key groups; the SCADA (Supervised Control and Data Acquisition) subsystem, utilized for interconnecting all of the substation IEDs (Intelligent Electrical Devices) and RTUs (Remote Terminal Units), such as metering, control, and protective relaying equipment onto a common communications network; and the physical security subsystem, consisting of CCTV video for surveillance, perimeter detection and monitoring, and access control, for supporting the security requirements at the site. Substations are unique in that the environment where the electronic equipment is installed is extremely harsh, with severe voltage transients from circuit breakers and other switchgear, and high levels of EMI (electromagnetic interference) emanating from large power transformers and other high-voltage equipment. As the communications equipment for the SCADA and security sub-systems is usually located in an unconditioned shelter, or outdoors within weatherproof enclosures, it is exposed to

a very wide range of operating temperature and humidity with condensation conditions. In this severe environment, fiber optic transmission equipment is widely used, largely due to its inherent immunity to intense levels of electrical interference. Substation-rated managed layer 2 Ethernet switches and layer 3 routers with SCADA firewalls employing integral cellular radio modems have been recently introduced for providing highly secure and reliable communications circuits internal and external to the substation. These devices are particularly useful where the cost of installing a dedicated fiber optic network may be prohibitive, or where right-of-way issues may exist. License-free industrial-grade/ outof-plant-rated 5 Ghz wireless radio equipment is also widely deployed within substations, primarily for hauling IP video from the camera to the network backbone. These radios are ideal for this application, as they are simple to install, and do not require the costly installation of a dedicated fiber optic cable (and the attendant media converters) to provide this link. Although copper media-based CAT5E/ UTP and coaxial cable Ethernet extenders are available and widely used for many physical security related applications, they are not usually employed for substation security systems, due to their relative lack of EMI rejection in these electrically noisy environments, as well as susceptibility to ground loops due to potential voltage difference issues.

Substation-rated communications equipment: The IEC 61850-3 Standard

o maintain high levels of reliability, the communications equipment

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within the substation must be capable of surviving long-term in this kind of adverse operating environment, and with no degradation to performance or reliability. Two key and universally employed industry standards define the environmental requirements for all communications equipment fielded within an electrical substation: IEC 61850-3 for Ethernet-compatible communications equipment, and IEEE 1613 for legacy non-Ethernet equipment. Equipment meeting these requirements is referred to as being substation-rated. Recognizing the growing demand for fiber optic transmission equipment capable of meeting these requirements, ComNet recently introduced their Reliance product line of substation-rated managed Ethernet layer 2 switches, layer 3 routers, media converters, and fiber optic serial data modems. These IEC 61850- 3 and IEEE 1613 tested and certified products are widely used for substation SCADA networks, and for optically isolating electrically-delicate CCTV video cameras and other equipment related to the physical security protection subsystem from the harmful effects of EMI and high-voltage transients present within the substation. Managed layer 2 Ethernet switches are used for creating VLANs within the SCADA network, the security and surveillance subsystem, and any other communications requirements, such as VOIP telephony etc. Layer 3 routers are employed for supporting the SCADA security firewalls required for NERCCIP-5 compliance against cyber-security attacks, and for interconnecting numerous substations and other utility facilities via a high-speed, wide-area optical backbone. Unlike nearly all traditional industrial security applications, the operating

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power within the substation is of poor quality, with substantial electrical noise and voltage transients, and it is usually not the commonly available 120/ 240V AC, but rather -48V DC, or high-voltage AC/ DC at 88-300V DC or 85-264V AC. The 88 to 300V DC power is derived from large storage battery banks that provide back-up operating power for all of the control, metering, and protection equipment within the substation in the event of a localized power outage. ComNet Reliance-series equipment is designed to operate over any of these input power ranges. Specialized substation-rated/ IEC 61850-3 compliant thermal imaging IP CCTV cameras are now available not only for video surveillance and perimeter detection and monitoring purposes, but for remotely monitoring the operating temperature (and possible over-temperature/ electrical overload condition) of large pad-mounted power transformers within the facility. Cameras for this application are integrated to the substation SCADA network. With the advent of modern IP video cameras and Ethernet-based access control equipment, it now becomes practical to easily integrate the physical security subsystem to the existing substation Ethernet SCADA network, with all of the equipment sharing a common, open standards-based Ethernet communications platform.

IEC 61850-3 compliance for physical security subsystem communications equipment: Yes or no?

ny communications equipment utilized as part of the Ethernetbased substation SCADA system is invariably required to provide IEC

61850-3 compliance, due to the mission criticality of this application. As such, equipment located “within the fence” is usually specified by the utility to this standard. Equipment compliant with IEC 61850-3 is electrically, mechanically, and thermally very robust, and is designed to provide extremely high levels of reliability within the difficult substation environment. However, this comes at a cost; substation-rated communications equipment is available from a relatively limited number of suppliers, and the cost of the equipment is significantly higher when compared to non-substation rated industrial-grade hardware. But will the fiber optic or wireless microwave radio communications equipment supporting the physical security subsystem benefit from IEC 61850-3 compliance? This is really a judgement call; many utilities and physical security system design engineers and systems integrators associated with the implementation of NERC-CIP-014 are of the opinion that it will not. Although the reliability enhancement derived from IEC 61850-3 compliant hardware can only serve to increase the reliability of the overall network, on a cost-benefit basis it may not be considered worth the additional cost of the equipment. Standard industrial-grade communications equipment rated for deployment in unconditioned out-of-plant environments with an operating temperature range of -40 to +75 degrees C is generally considered as being sufficient for the physical security communications infrastructure within the typical substation. It is important to note that IEC 61850-3/ substation-rated Ethernet communications equipment may be seamlessly electrically and optically December 2015

integrated with non-substation rated Ethernet communications equipment. As the SCADA network within the substation is almost always interconnected to a remotely located control and monitoring facility, the subsystem supporting the physical security requirements at the substation generally shares and makes effective use of the SCADA network platform.

Case study: A typical substation physical security communications equipment subsystem

major utility in the southeastern part of the U.S. is in the process of implementing a series of standardized physical security monitoring and detection subsystems for NERC-CIP-014 compliance at numerous substations within their wide-area transmission and distribution system. Several of these substations support a transmission voltage of 345 KV. The basic criteria and salient requirements for the physical security subsystem were as follows: ● Seamless integration of the physical security subsystem with the existing/ legacy Ethernet-based substation SCADA network/ platform. ● Utilize newly installed IP video thermal imaging and conventional CCTV cameras. ● Utilize legacy high-resolution analog CCTV cameras with a separate serial data pan-tilt-zoom control channel. ● Install an IP-based access control system for the admittance of authorized maintenance staff to the site. ● Provide IP-based electronic surveillance and detection around the entire substation facility perimeter. ● Utilize fiber optic transmission

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equipment wherever possible for the physical security subsystem, to eliminate the possibility of electrical interference/ EMI and ground loops due to radiated and conducted emissions emanating from high-voltage power transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, and other high-tension equipment within the substation. ● Employ license-free 5Ghz microwave radio links for those CCTV IP video camera links where the cost of installing new fiber optic cable may be prohibitive. ● Create separate VLANs for the CCTV video, the access control system, and the perimeter surveillance equipment, and any other equipment that is ancillary to the substation SCADA network. ● Provide an NVR (Network Video Recorder) for storing/ archiving the video from the facility. The Ethernet-based SCADA network system at many of these substations employ a combination of legacy 10/100 and 100/1000 Mbps substation-rated/ IEC 61850-3 compliant managed layer 2 switches. Many of these switches provide a copper-only interface for the Ethernet data, with only the uplink ports supporting a fiber optic interface with fixed singlemode optics. Several of the newergeneration switches within some of the sites provide a combination of both copper and optical interfaces for the Ethernet data, with the optical ports SFP-based (Small Form Factor Pluggable), for greater flexibility in terms of user-selection of optical fiber compatibility, and optical transmission distance/ path loss. The thermal imaging and conventional IP video cameras are PoE powered, and derive their +48V DC

operating power from industrial-grade (not substation-rated) shelf-mounted media converters. For those managed switches where an optical Ethernet interface is not available, the outputs of multi-channel media converters are connected directly to the copper ports of these switches. These media converters are co-located with the switches utilized for the SCADA network within the equipment shelter of the substation, and are rack-mounted for optimum use of the available 19-inch equipment rack real estate. The multi-channel media converters provide maximum channel count and density within each rackmounted card-cage chassis. Where the managed switches provide an optical Ethernet interface, the media converters located at the field-end or edge of the network are optically connected directly to the Ethernet optical input ports of the switch, eliminating the need for media converters at the switch end of the link, thereby simplifying the design and enhancing the overall reliability of the system. The legacy analog CCTV cameras utilize industrial-grade/ out-ofplant-rated video encoder units. These shelf-mount encoders are located at the camera-end of each of these links, and convert the baseband video analog output of the camera and the pan-tilt-zoom RS-232 serial control data to an Ethernet data stream utilizing high-quality H.264/ MPEG-4 video compression. The frame refresh rate is user-selectable, and may be remotely scaled at any rate from 1fps (Frames Per Second), to full-motion 30fps. The Ethernet output of the encoder is connected to a shelfmount industrial-grade media converter, and the media converter at the other end of the link is connected to a copper port on one of the SCADA system manDecember 2015

aged switches. The video encoder and mating media converter are installed within a small unconditioned weatherproof NEMA enclosure. Software decoding is utilized for remote viewing of the video at the monitoring location of the network, thereby eliminating the need (and related cost) for hardware video decoders. For those newly installed IP video CCTV cameras where it was not considered practical to run new fiber optic cable to these camera locations, industrial-grade/ out-of-plant-rated licensefree 5 Ghz microwave radio links were installed in a point-to-point architecture for hauling the video from the camera to the substation equipment shelter. These radio links provide the +48V DC PoE operating power to each camera unit, and the IP video received by the radio at the shelter-located end of the link is also fed into a copper Ethernet port of a substation SCADA system managed switch. The access control, and perimeter detection and surveillance systems also provide an Ethernet interface, and this equipment is optically connected to the substation SCADA network using the same approach as CCTV video system described above. The final result was a highly reliable, easy to install and commission, and cost-effective physical security communications subsystem that made use of both legacy and newly installed equipment. The use of industrial-grade (not the more costly substation-rated/ IEC 61850-3 compliant) fiber optic and license-free microwave radio links provided complete immunity from any radiated or conducted EMI, and eliminated the possibility of any troublesome ground loops, even when the equipment was installed within

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Typical system architecture wo electrical substations with integrated SCADA network & physical security subsystem including IP Video CCTV surveillance & controlled access card readers.

the near-field of 345 KV high-voltage equipment.

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he use of substation-rated Ethernet transmission equipment, such as media converters, managed Ethernet layer 2 switches for interconnecting the various SCADA system elements within the substation; and 1 gigabit or 10 gigabit layer 2 switches and layer 3 routers with a SCADA firewall for use as a high-speed optical backbone for connecting multiple substations to a common network, provides the user with

the potential for significant scalability for their substation SCADA system for future expansion, and a reliable, secure network terminating at the utilityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s control and monitoring center. Managed layer 2 switches, and layer 3 routers with a SCADA firewall and integral cellular radio modem, can provide a highly cost-effective solution at the edge of the network, where the cost of installing fiber optic communications circuits may be difficult or cost-prohibitive, or where right-of-way issues may exist. All of this equipment will be found to be of considerable value when designDecember 2015

ing a substation SCADA system for NERC-CIP-5 compliance, or a physical security subsystem for NERC-CIP-014 compliance. Standard industrial-grade versions of this transmission equipment can provide a highly cost-effective solution with all of the benefits described above for the substation physical security subsystem for NERC-CIP-014 compliance, where the user is of the opinion that they may not require the technical benefits or wish to incur the cost penalties associated with IEC 61850-3 substation-rated hardware.

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Greater Security for Trade Fairs in Columbia Bosch Video Surveillance and Fire Detection Systems in Latin America’s leading conference center

osch Security Systems has equipped one of the biggest Latin American conference centers, Corferias in Bogota Columbia, with a comprehensive, new security solution. As Corferias

continues to attract growing numbers of conferences and exhibitions, the number of visitors at each event is also growing. To help direct visitor traffic safely and smoothly through the center, Bosch has modernized the center’s video surveillance and fire detection systems. Local

Bosch partner, Compania International de Integracion, installed the upgrade. The new Modular Fire Panel Series 5000 will substantially increase fire protection at the center, which is host to 50 events and over 1.5 million visitors annually. In addition to the center’s original 100 analogue video cameras, Bosch has added 150 IP video cameras, which constantly monitor the entire 50,000 squaremeter compound. The Bosch Video Management System (BVMS) controls the cameras and works with the Video Recording Manager (VRM) and the Automatic Network Replenishment Technology (ANR) to ensure that video records are saved locally in the event of a network interruption, to be retrieved when the network is up again. Video footage of the entire center is available at all times. Operators can use either the BVMS app or the video security app on their

mobile devices to manage the camera system from any location, streaming live as well as recorded footage. Thanks to Bosch’s Dynamic Transcoding Technology, available bandwidth does not affect remote transmission. For the first time, video surveillance, fire detection, and third-party security features can be centrally operated, and integrated into a single, coherent solution through the Bosch Building Integration System (BIS).

Dahua Provides IP Solution for Sucre’s Safer Tomorrow D

ahua Technology successfully helps to secure Sucre, the constitutional Capital city of Bolivia. Sucre, historically known as Charcas, La Plataand Chuquisaca, is located in the south-central part of the country. With a population of 247,300 the city is listed as the 6th most populated in Bolivia and is divided into eight districts, in-

cluding five urban and three rural districts. Sucre, as a developing city, is facing many problems such as traffic flow issues and crime.The municipal government is determined to create a December 2015

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better and safer living environment for its citizens by launching a safe city project with an urban surveillance deployment project. Dahua, together with a local distributor, Digital Security System SRL, enable Sucre to meet its goals of a better and safer city by offering a customized urban surveillance solution. This solution includes Network PTZ cameras (SD6A230N-HNI and SD59230S-HN) that are installed in different zones of the city, connected by wired and wireless IP communication. Among the two models mentioned, SD6A230N-HNI becomes the main product adopted. With powerful 30x optical zoom, triplestream encoding support, and up to 60fps@720p and 30fps@1080p resolution, the devices

perfectly meet the high standard requirements of the project. As for outdoor surveillance functions, this series also proves itself capable with an IR distance up to 150 meters and featuring great day/ night performance in any lighting conditions. The central control center features Dahua’s Digital Surveillance System 7016D, their first embedded general surveillance management console which integrates software and hardware together. In the control center, all the video can be stored for 30 days to fit the customer’s requirement. “We appreciate having Dahua, a responsible and professional company, as our partner,” said Harold Ribera, Line

Manager at DSS SRL, “The clients were unfamiliar with the new system at first, but Dahua’s team helped solve the bugs and problems with experties and effectiveness.” “It’s an honor that Dahua can take part in the safe city project in Sucre,” said William Zhou, Sales Director of Latin-America at Dahua Technology, “The result is obvious. After only a few months of operation, the whole area has seen a decrease in vandalism, theft, and violence. Dahua uses its advanced IP solution to secure property and people in Sucre. The longtime rigorous support from Dahua is highly regarded by the clients. We will continue to offer our strongest support and service.”

Ireland Rolls Out New, State-of-the-Art Passport Card

Irish Government deploys secure, ICAO-compliant identity solution from DLRS, HID Global Ireland Teoranta, Absolute Graphics and Purple Pod to address increased travel demands of citizens

LRS Limited, the leading security printing company in Ireland, has announced the successful roll-out of the Irish Passport Card. DLRS Limited joined forces with HID Global® Ireland Teoranta, a worldwide leader in secure identity solutions, together with Absolute Graph-

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“The introduction of the passport card is a significant innovation that will enhance the travel experience for Irish people as they go on holidays or business trips to 30 countries throughout Europe,” said Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan T.D, speaking at the card’s launch in Dublin on 5

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October 2015.” DLRS, a leader in security printing, is the prime contractor for the project. Additionally, DLRS provided the security design, App development and security numbering alongside its partners HID Global, Absolute Graphics and Purple Pod. “We have delivered a state-of theart Passport Card solution, which leads the way in secure MRTD deployment and further demonstrates that Ireland is at the cutting edge of innovation in the technological arena,” said David O’Connor, Sales Director, DLRS. The Passport Card enrolment pro-

cess relies on cutting-edge technology that adheres to the highest levels of security. This process allows users to submit a passport-compliant photo taken on mobile phones or upload a suitable photo to the website, where advanced biometric algorithms test each one to ensure ICAO standards are reached. Once all verification checks have been achieved, the user can pay their fees through the secure Elavon payment gateway (powered by Realex Payments). The new Irish Passport Card is a highly sophisticated secure polycarbonate card with embedded hologram, crack prevention and DBond™ technol-

ogy, supplied by HID Global in Galway, Ireland. “We are proud to extend our partnership with DLRS to deliver this ground-breaking solution to the Department of Foreign Affairs and the citizens of Ireland,” said Rob Haslam, Vice President of Government ID Solutions for HID Global, “The Irish Passport Card heralds a new standard in security and durability for smart cards. This bespoke implementation of our OSM multi-tech technology, combined with the unique design and mobile applications, make this a truly exceptional credential program.”

Orlando Eye Observes Highest Standards with Multi-Vendor Security Integration Milestone software integrated with Open Options Access Control products and Axis cameras provides full scale security solutions

rlando’s newest entertainment attraction – the Orlando Eye complex – has entrusted leading security providers Axis Communications, Milestone Systems, Open Options, and Signature Systems of Florida to provide a full-scale solution to secure the high profile venue which opened earlier this year. “As a leading provider of some of the most visited entertainment venues in the world, security has always been our top focus,” said Merlin Entertainment Security Manager Phillip Wallinger, “We have a responsibility to provide our guests with the best in security and we know the team we have assembled to secure the Orlando Eye complex has

succeeded in our mission.” The Orlando Eye complex, which opened in April 2015, includes the 400-foot, state-of-the-art Orlando Eye observation wheel, Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, and a SEA LIFE aquarium. As the only attraction of its kind in Orlando, the Orlando Eye gives a panoramic view of all of the area’s popular tourist attractions. Madame Tussaud’s is internationally recognized for its incredibly lifelike, historic and celebrity wax sculptures that provide a fun, interactive museum experience. SEA LIFE Orlando offers a dazzling underwater world, including a 360-degree ocean tunnel, more than 5,000 creatures and a hands-on touchpool interaction. December 2015

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Merlin Entertainment sought a security solution that would ensure a good flow throughout the property for guests while keeping unauthorized personnel out of restricted areas, according to Wallinger. They also wanted extra tight access control of the ride area, garage parking, and electrical rooms. Signature Systems of Florida management determined the best solution for providing security for the Orlando Eye project was Milestone Systems’ XProtect Enterprise video management software (VMS) using Axis Communications video surveillance cameras. The access control component is provided by Open Options DNA Fusion access control software and support-

ing Authentic Mercury hardware. “We have used Open Options, Milestone, and Axis many times in the past and have had excellent results,” said Wiljo Ridanpaa, Project Manager for Signature Systems of Florida, “Their commitment to open architecture allows us to deliver a comprehensive solution customizable for any configuration.” With Milestone, Ridanpaa said, “The entertainment complex security team would receive a great benefit from the playback features, the carousel camera viewing – everything you get in the XProtect Smart Client interface. Being able to run XProtect on any server or any PC with enough power makes it the best

plug-and-play video management system out there.” Axis, which has more than 250 IP network cameras on the project, provides “Quality and functionality,” said Ridanpaa, “The ability to autofocus may seem like a simple tool, but it’s absolutely essential. You don’t have to have a guy on a ladder focusing the lens while you’re talking to a guy that could be at a monitor with lag time. That feature alone is worth its weight in gold.” Now that the Orlando Eye complex has been open for several months, Wallinger said security employees have mastered the system and look forward to future capabilities.

Schleswig-Holstein Moves to Digital Communications Technology to Keep Cities Safe 25,000 Motorola Solutions digital TETRA radios for fire departments, emergency services and civil protection agencies will ‘keep cities safer’

he German federal state of Schleswig-Holstein has started the migration to TETRA digital, missioncritical communications radio technology for 1,500 non-police public-safety organizations. Used by fire departments, emergency services and civil protection agencies, the new Motorola Solutions devices will enable users to respond faster and more effectively to keep cities safe. To mark this important milestone, Christoph Thomas, Managing Director, Motorola Solutions Germany

GmbH, personally delivered a specially designed MTP850FuG radio emblazoned with the crest of Schleswig-Holstein to the representatives of the regional authorities of the state. Motorola Solutions was awarded the order by the Central Procurement Office of Schleswig-Holstein AöR (GMSH). The company will deliver and deploy approximately 25,000 TETRA devices including MTP850FuG TETRA portable radios and MTM800FuG TETDecember 2015

RA vehicle mobile radios, as well as accessories such as antennas, headsets and protective holsters. The robust and reliable TETRA digital radio solutions have been developed for mission-critical users and support end-to-end encryption in accordance with the requirements of the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) to ensure highest security standards. Encryption protects radio communications from being heard by people for which they aren’t intended, including criminals. The radios also have an intuitive user interface for ease of use in moments when every second counts. “The TETRA digital radios from Motorola Solutions succeeded during

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the EU-wide mobile radio tender for our non-police public safety authorities in Schleswig-Holstein,” explained Hans-Adolf Bilzhause, Managing Di-

rector of the GMSH, which conducted the tender for the communal state associations of Schleswig-Holstein, “The comprehensive assessment revealed

that the radios are the best solution for secure communications of fire departments, emergency services and civil protection in Schleswig-Holstein.”

VESDA protects the new £10 million Ricardo Vehicle Emissions Research Centre (VERC) X tralis VESDA VLP & VLC aspirating smoke detectors are providing very early warning smoke detection for the Ricardo Vehicle Emissions Research Centre (VERC), a new facility for the development of next-generation of clean, low carbon vehicles located in Shoreham, UK. Ricardo is a global engineering, strategic and environmental consultancy, founded by Sir Harry Ricardo in 1915, sharing his vision for maximising efficiency and eliminating waste. VESDA by Xtralis is the world’s leading brand of aspirating smoke detectors (ASD). The new Ricardo VERC features a brand new building with two vehicle test cells capable of testing passenger cars and light trucks of up to 3 tonnes, including advanced technology hybrid electric

vehicles. The facility is climatically controlled with a temperature range of -35 to +55º Celsius and helps Ricardo test new vehicles for a global market to far more extreme limits than would previously have been possible. Xtralis provides a wide range of safety and security solutions for vehicle research and retail applications. UK fire prevention specialist Southern Fire Alarms (SFA) was selected by Ricardo to provide reliable and resilient fire prevention at the landmark facility. While extreme temperature changes posed a huge challenge for reliable smoke detection, SFA delivered Xtralis VESDA VLP and VLC detectors. “This project was the most technically challenging I have ever worked on,” commented David Fell, Sales Di-

rector at SFA, “The vehicle test cells needed to be protected by detection which could not only operate effectively in extreme cold temperatures, but also extreme heat as well. We deployed VESDA detectors and worked closely with the construction team to ensure the installation was faultless and a technically challenging project was delivered successfully.” VESDA VLP is the world’s most deployed aspirating smoke detector. VESDA VLC is a compact version of the same detector. Xtralis has a full range of very early warning smoke detectors for every application in every market. Xtralis® is the leading global provider of powerful solutions for the early detection and visual of fire, gas and security threats.

Fort Bend County Texas Chooses 3xLOGIC to Unify Access Control infinias Intelli-M slated to scale up to 1500 doors, multiple locations

xLOGIC, Inc. has announced that Fort Bend County, TX has begun to roll out infinias Intelli-M access control,

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installer for this on-going project. “Right now, we’ve got 800 to 900 doors and gates on two different sys-

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tems,” explained Justin Zwahr, Facilities Maintenance Manager, “We were looking to install one integrated system that we can scale upwards to 1500 doors, because we’re getting requests to add doors to the system all the time.” The county has a total of 186 buildings and access control is installed at

over 30 of the more important sites – the jail, Justice Center, fuel depots, two cell towers, and others. “In addition to unifying all our access under one system, we were looking for an easy-to-maintain IP solution and, one where we aren’t being nickled and dimed all the time,” said Kevin Bulman, Facilities Lead Electronics Technician for the county, “We want to get away from keys as much as possible, we were also looking for a system that isn’t proprietary because we want to work on it ourselves. With the infinias Intelli-M system, we have all of that.” Fort Bend has about 10 locations on the new system so far and work continues to install needed network infrastructure to accommodate the IP-based solution. Under the old systems, each main

location did their own administration. Bulman and Zwahr intend to simplify the number of administrators and move to more central management as time goes on. Plans call for a full system turnover to the IP-based infinias Intelli-M access control solution by mid-year 2016.

Fort Washington Country Club Deploys Arecont Vision® Megapixel Technology T he Fort Washington Golf and Country Club in Fresno, California, renowned for its lush fairways and perfectly manicured greens, is one of the finest private golf, dining, and entertainment venues in the San Joaquin Valley. The membership is committed to maintain-

ing the integrity of the course's original design while implementing the changes necessary to continue to challenge golfers at all levels. Along with course upgrades, the membership is also committed to ensuring the security of the property, its assets, and most importantly, its members. To do so, The Fort needed to replace the analog video surveillance system it had in place for over 15 years with one that offered better quality and was more effective. “The previously installed cameras were very poor quality, so when an incident occurred we could not really see

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what happened,” said Alan Ehnes, Fort Washington’s Director of Golf, “And when we took the video recordings to the police department, the image quality was so poor they couldn’t enhance it beyond a blurred image.” With this in mind management determined that an IP surveillance system utilizing megapixel cameras was the best choice in terms of quality and growth potential. The search for a megapixel camera system then started, but just as quickly ended when club management saw a demonstration of Arecont Vision® cameras. “Once we saw the clarity and detail of the images captured by the Arecont Vision® cameras, we didn’t want to

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waste time. We knew that they were the right choice for us,” Ehnes said. The Fort uses exacqVision video management system (VMS) software to monitor live and recorded video from each of the cameras. The cameras are connected to a single large screen monitor so club personnel can see all the cameras at all times. The Fort’s management team collaborated on the design of the system with Matson Alarm Company, also located in Fresno, California, who delivered the installation. The system comprises one Arecont Vision MegaView® AV3226PMIR 3 megapixel Wide Dynamic Range

(WDR) camera, one MegaVideo® Compact AV5115DNv1 5 megapixel camera with 8-80 mm lens, and three SurroundVideo® AV12186DN 12 megapixel 180˚ WDR panoramic IP cameras. With these five cameras, The Fort’s personnel are able to view a much larger coverage area with significantly greater detail than with its previous system. Not long after the system was installed, the club got a glimpse of how beneficial the Arecont Vision® cameras’ capabilities would be. Ehnes recalls, “We experienced a problem about a month and half after we installed the new IP surveillance

system at The Fort. Someone drove onto the property after hours, parked, entered the clubhouse, stole keys out of a purse in the coatroom, and then proceeded to steal their car. We called up the video recordings taken with our new Arecont Vision®cameras and were able to easily determine when and what happened. We were able to watch a woman drive into our parking lot, get out of her car, and leave with the stolen vehicle. With the level of detail the cameras picked up, the car license plate and perpetrator could easily be identified. We turned that surveillance over to the police and two days later she was arrested.”

Norway Post goes for Nedap’s Driver Based Vehicle Identification Nedap’s long-range RFID solution was implemented at most of the sorting facilities of Norway Post. The key benefit for Norway Post is the fact that employees can use their existing badge for both access control into their offices and for vehicle access when entering the logistic areas of the distribution centres

Largest Norwegian employer

ith almost 20,000 employees, the Norwegian Post is the biggest employer in Norway. Operating under their two brands – Posten and Bring – the postal and logistics company develops and delivers integrated solutions for postal, communications and logistics services. The Nordic company has 1,400 points of sale throughout Norway via traditional post offices and in-store post offices in retail outlets such as supermarkets.

Succesful and easy integration

he implementation of the solution for access control started in 2008 on

Norway Post’s Robsrud Terminal, where more than 60% of all the mail in Norway is handled. Today it is installed in most of the Norway Post terminals. The successful and easy integration led to an extended infrastructure over the nationwide terminals in strategic locations like Stavanger, Drammen, Frederikstad, Bergen, Molde, Trondheim and Oslo. The newest facility near Oslo will be the largest and most advanced facility of its kind in Norway. With handling up to 150,000 packages and about 1,000 inbound and outbound freight shipments each day, the flow of vehicles at the terminal gates needed to be optimized and secured. Nedap’s long-range identification system offers fast but secure access December 2015

control for the vehicles entering and exiting the terminals based on the existing Norway Post employee badges.

Reliable solution

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We have selected the Nedap TRANSIT solution because it supports multi-technology cards, allowing Norway Post to keep our established HID Corporate 1000 format whilst upgrading to higher security. The Nedap long-range RFID system is a very reliable solution which can be found in all parts of the world in high-end security applications and is easy to integrate with various access control panels. Last but not least Nedap provided full support during this complex implementation trajectory,”

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says Arnfinn Nordheim, Security Director, Norway Post. Nedap’s TRANSIT was selected for secure vehicle access control. The TRANSIT Standard, a powerful RFID reader with a reading distance of up to 10 meters, was installed at most of the terminals of the parcel sorting facilities. Nedap’s Booster offers patented technology: the transponder contains a unique vehicle identification number, but is also a card reader that reads the inserted personal identification card of the driver. With the Booster onboard of the cars and freight trucks, both the vehicle and

driver are identified simultaneously. This TRANSIT solution supports all common interfaces and transfers data to any access control panel securely. “Nedap is the only company in the world offering this innovative solution which allows us to read an RFID employee badge over more than 10 meters. The Nedap products can be found in all parts of the world in high-end security applications which gave us the confirmation to make a reliable choice,” says Tor R. Jacobsen, Senior Security Advisor, Norway Post. “It was important for Norway Post to

deploy an advanced access control solution based on cutting edge technology and solutions, which will ensure high security and reliability. The marked unique Booster solution from Nedap enables them to seamlessly migrate from existing legacy technologies to newer, more advanced technologies. As a market leading company in the industry we provide high quality products with unique features combined with full technical support, which differentiates us from the traditional suppliers,” says Jan Hofman, Senior Business Development Manager at Nedap Identification Systems.

Vicom helps London Underground Protect key Depot with Innovative Security Solution from MOBOTIX M OBOTIX AG has released details of a project for London Underground (LU) using innovative thermal imaging technology to protect a service depot. At one of its service depots, LU began a security upgrade project that needed to take into account the limitation imposed by the depot’s location while addressing the need to maintain 24 hour a day access with full audit of who has accessed the site and what equipment had been removed. LU were also keen to avoid using cumbersome pan-tilt-zoom cameras and external housings while still ensuring the site was always covered while using the least number of devices to increase reliability of the system. To this end, Vicom, a highly regarded systems specialist with a number of successful rail sector projects under its belt proposed an innovative solution

utilising a combination of MOBOTIX thermal and hemispheric cameras utilising advanced analytics with local access control with remote monitoring. By using MOBOTIX’s decentralised concept and dual lens cameras, the proposal would provide intelligent analytics able to detect site intruders during the day and night without the need for external perimeter lighting. Vicom carried out a detailed site survey and capability test at the depot location to ensure the site could be monitored both day and night. Due to the dual lens capabilities and hemispheric models, the entire site was designed to be secured using just 6 cameras. The system is also integrated alongside IP Access Control, Intruder Alarm and Public Address Systems which are remotely monitored 365 days a year by an NSI Gold Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC).

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Through the use of built-in powerover-Ethernet capability and the highly efficient MOBOTIX MxPEG video encoder technology, all video from the site is relayed back to the ARC over a single BT provisioned broadband circuit. The simplicity of installation meant that the whole project including exhaustive testing and sign-off phases took just 12 weeks to complete. The flexibility of the system means that different areas can be armed independently while the thermal imaging combined with MOBOTIX MxAnalytics system built into each camera can detect movement and emit an audible alarm, warning the intruder to leave the area. MxAnalytics also makes it possible to track the movement of people and objects in the image, and collects statistical behaviour data to maintain a complete audit of site activity.

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Since implementation, the system has been effective, with only some minor remedial work required to secure the site against the encroachment of urban wildlife such as foxes that occasionally trigged alarms which were quickly identified on closer inspection of the actual footage.

John Hinds CEng MIET, Senior Telecommunications Engineer at London Underground said, “This has proven to be a successful project. Based on the results, it is definitely an approach we could consider adopting at other sites across the Capital.” Paul Bonnet, Managing Director for

Vicom added, “This is a great example of how innovative IP-video surveillance systems from MOBOTIX can help save hundreds of thousands of pounds each year in security guard costs while delivering the flexibility and accessibility that customers require without compromising on security.”

NEC Contributes to Aquatics Center Construction in Brazil for Hosting International Competitions N

EC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has announced its selection by the Onda Azul consortium, formed by the Zadar and Engetécnica construction companies, to implement and integrate a wide range of systems for the aquatics center under construction in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Once complete, the aquatics center will hold up to 18,000 spectators. NEC was chosen to install fire detection, video monitors and sound systems for the facility, which will consist of two Olympic-sized swimming pools. These stateof-the-art pools feature metallic frames that are ideally suited for hosting international competitions, including speed,

endurance and game-based events, such as water polo. “Our technologies ensure the security and comfort of both visitors and athletes at the new aquatics center,” said Massato Takakuwa, Government Business Director of NEC in Brazil, “This is accomplished through NEC’s skill and experience in smoothly integrating highquality communications with reliable infrastructure.” “NEC has a proven record of successfully providing technological infrastructure for sporting events that capture the attention of audiences throughout the world,” said Daniel Mirabile, President of NEC in Brazil, “We are proud to

be participating in this exciting project, which will be a focal point for major sporting events hosted in Brazil, and is expected to contribute to the social and economic development of the region.” NEC Corporation is a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies that benefit businesses and people around the world. By providing a combination of products and solutions that cross utilize the company’s experience and global resources, NEC’s advanced technologies meet the complex and everchanging needs of its customers. NEC brings more than 100 years of expertise in technological innovation to empower people, businesses and society.

OT Systems to Enhance the Transmission for Citizen Footbridge Surveillance System in Macau

Footbridge in Taipia, Macau. Unveiled in September, 2015, the architecturally grand Citizen Footbridge is located in the traffic hub connecting Taipa and Cotai downtowns and is designed to bring convenience and safety daily to thousands of pedestrians who use the

T Systems, a global leader in security transmission, announced the installation of their industrial PoE switches to enhance and extend the transmission capabilities for a system featuring more than 200 PoE IP and dome cameras needed to protect pedestrians in the newly opened circular, Citizen December 2015

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Footbridge. The Footbridge features five gateways connecting Taipa old towns, Cotai Strip and the Grantai mountain walking precinct. It also links to Estrada da Baía de Nossa Senhora da Esperança’s walking systems, providing an easy and timely way for the citizens and visitors to travel through the area. The surveillance system uses more than 200 PoE IP and dome IP cameras to monitor footbridges, gateways, escalators, lifts, stairs and the surrounding areas monitored by the system. Armada International Ltd., OT Systems’ HK distributor, applied OT Systems’ industrial PoE switches to offer the system an extended transmission distance on the footbridge without adding additional infrastructure or cabling to The Macau Government – Department of Infrastructure Development. This innovative and extensive system features 60 OT Sys-

ET4111Pp-S-DR industrial Ethernet switch comes equipped with 4 Ethernet ports, saving 75% of the fiber links when compared to using single-channel media converters. Also, it is supported in a rugged aluminum case and works from -10ºC to 60ºC, enabling it to operate in the high-temperature of the outdoor locations in the Footbridge system. ET2111 industrial Ethernet switch card modules are installed at the control centre and pass the received Ethernet signal to the surveillance system inside the centre. All modules are placed in the 19” rack mount chassis. The hot-swap feature allows a failure card module to be unplugged from the chassis without any service interruption to the other modules located within the same chassis. To maintain a safe and secure environment for all pedestrians using the Footbridge, OT Systems guarantees the high transmission stability and ensures excellent service quality for the transmission system in the Macau Citizen Footbridge.

tems' ET4111Pp-S-DR industrial switches on the camera end and 60 ET2111 industrial Ethernet switches rack-mounted in the 19” chassis in the control centre. One ET4111Pp-S-DR industrial switch connects up to 4 IP cameras with maximum 30W output power for each camera. Its output power is capable of supporting power hungry devices including PTZ IP cameras. The switch can extend the Ethernet distance up to 20km via fiber links, offering easy connection to the system's control centre for security control management.

Solutions ● ET4111Pp-S-DR: Industrial Unmanaged 4-port 10/ 100Base-TX (PoE+) + 1-port 100Base-FX SFP Ethernet switch. ● ET2111 Series: Industrial unmanaged 2-port 10/ 100Base-TX + 1-port 100Base-FX Ethernet switch. ● ET-C12: 12-slot 19” Rack Mount Chassis for ET2111 Series .

The Leading Hotel Chains Confide in SCATI for the Security of their Premises The Spanish company has installed video surveillance platforms in hotels located in the most popular tourist cities

he leading hotel chains confide in SCATI, a manufacturer of IP video solutions, to install video surveillance

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lar tourist cities such as Majorca, Ibiza, Granada, Milan, Jamaica, Cancún or Playa del Carmen. The Spanish compa-

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ny has installed more than 1,000 cameras and 100 recording platforms, thereby reinforcing its position in the hotel security market. Thanks to its large portfolio of cameras to cover the various areas involved and its powerful recording platforms, SCATI has been able to offer its clients solutions that are perfectly integrated and guarantee a balance between aesthetics and architecture in the various hotels, as well as guest comfort and privacy. The implementation of these exhaustive security measures in the facilities is also a deterrent for vandalism, theft, access to protected areas and claims for damages suffered by users in the event of incidents in the hotel facilities, which results in cost savings. KRAKEN is one of the solutions implemented in these type of facilities. The

KRAKEN professional bulk recording platform allows efficient management of all the video information, while providing maximum reliability and availability. In this case, the CCTV systems provide security managers of leading hotel chains with a powerful management tool that enables constant knowledge of facility and service statuses (events, cleanliness, quality etc). These systems are also capable of analysing the flow of people in each hotel area at any time and from any location with an internet connection. The SCATI video surveillance system not only provides these hotels with a powerful tool to prevent incidents, but also reduces response time to a minimum in the event of unexpected incidents, resulting in higher facility profitability. Not surprisingly, these facilities comprise a wide variety of areas through

which there is unobstructed transit of people. This heterogeneous whole is actually formed by individual spaces, each of which require a careful selection of requirements and restrictions. By installing the SCATI CCTV platform, these hotels strengthen their commitment to both the security and privacy of their customers, who will certainly consider the system as a guarantor of their well-being during the time spent in the hotel.

The Smavia Viewing Client Software by Dallmeier has been Certified by Fiducia, Making it Ideally Suited for use in Banks

mavia Viewing Client is a VideoIP client software for the fast and convenient evaluation of recordings via Ethernet (LAN/ WAN). The software from Version 2.1.1.8 on has also been certified by Fiducia, with a customer base that includes over 650 Volksbanken and Raiffeisenbanken (banking cooperatives) and over 50 private banks. The Smavia Viewing Client fulfills the technical security guidelines of Fiducia IT AG. The examination included verification that the software is safe

to install on an agree Windows 7 bank workstation and/ or an agree FCSI/ vCSI Windows Server in the Fiducia environment. In addition to fast and intuitive display of live views the Smavia Viewing Client offers sophisticated navigation functions for playback and numerous search functions for metadata. One of the highlights is SmartFinder, a system designed for the intelligent search of movements within any given area of an image. December 2015

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Thus, it allows for a goal-oriented, fast and efficient evaluation of the recordings. Searching for images with captured motion is easy and uncomplicated: After marking the relevant area, SmartFinder finds the sequences with captured motion within seconds and displays them in an overview list. In addition, a particularly distinc-

tive feature of theSmavia Viewing Client is its flexible and individually configurable split views. The split definition is not restricted to the predefined layouts (2x2, 3x3, 4x4 etc) or image formats (16:9 or 4:3). For the display of long distance areas e.g., with a multifocal sensor system Panomera®, a high split can be configured as corri-

dor mode – or a wide split to display a large area. The defined splits can be combined and saved conveniently as a preset. If the image in one split view is to be shown in another, a simple shift by Drag & Drop is all it takes. The corresponding cameras are switched automatically and in real time, without having to interrupt the video analysis.

VIVOTEK’s Network Camera Lends a Hand in Chile Miner Rescue Mission F

ive years ago, a collapsed mine in Chile made news headlines around the world, once 33 miners were discovered to still be alive and trapped 200 stories underground – the world became captivated by the rescue mission. Official and authorized film rights to the Chilean miner’s stories were sold, leading to the production of the movie which was released across Latin American in August and United States in November.

VIVOTEK’s fixed dome network camera played an integral role in the rescue operation and was able to connect the trapped miners to life above ground while rescue efforts were underway. VIVOTEK distributor, Tecnologias IP LTDA recommended a vast selection of reliable cameras to aid in recovery endeavors, but it was ultimately the VIVOTEK FD8134 1MP fixed dome network camera that was selected.

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VIVOTEK’s FD8134 was lowered down to the miners through a small tube providing real-time surveillance while supplying video feeds to multiple points. This fix dome network camera was also installed onto the actual rescue capsules used to transport the miners above ground. With its built-in IR illuminator, the FD8134 was able to provide the rescue team and the media with clear footage of the miners living conditions, despite the lack of light 700 meters underground. Designed for use as an indoor network camera, the FD8134 was durable enough to withstand the harsh environment of the collapsed mine, where temperatures ranged from 32° to 34°C and relative humidity was 90%. With its H.264 high definition video quality and weighing in at only 479g, this camera was perfect for this mission. The FD8134 was able to provide the recovery team and the media with multiple video streams, thereby allowing simultaneous viewing at varying frame rates and resolutions as needed.

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In order to keep up with technology advancements, VIVOTEK has since improved the FD8134 by replacing it with FD836B-EHTV and FD9371EHTV outdoor fixed dome network cameras. Both models feature robust IK10 and IP66-rated housing, WDR capability, remote focus functionality and offer a wide operating temperature range from -50°C to 50°C. In addition, FD836B-EHTV delivers 2-megapixel resolution with a cost-effective perfor-

mance. FD9371-EHTV, a 3-megapixel outdoor fix dome camera, adopts the latest H.265 video compression technology with VIVOTEK’s Smart Stream II technology, which can reduce bandwidth and data storage demands by up to 80%. Moreover, VIVOTEK’s new models inherit FD8134’s clarity, reliability, reputation and will continue to provide uncompromised image quality with advanced camera functions. “With release of the movie the

Chilean rescue mission is in the spotlight once again including the brave efforts of the rescue team, but most of all the 33 brave men who survived the long and torturous ordeal. VIVOTEK is proud to have had the opportunity to aid in this important rescue mission by being able to provide equipment that was durable, reliable and rugged enough to withstand the conditions,” said VIVOTEK USA President, David Liu.

Altronix Offers Innovative Power and Transmission Solutions for Challenging Outdoor Surveillance, Access and Security Applications Ensures power/ data delivery in harsh conditions and/or remote locations

ltronix offers a number of products designed for surveillance, access and security devices in challenging outdoor environments. Altronix outdoor power offerings include the company’s NetWay™ PoE injectors, ReServ™ UPS, WayPoint™ power supplies, and eBridge™ EoC transceivers. “Our wide range of outdoor power and adaptive transmission solutions deliver power and data over virtually any cabling infrastructure for analog and IP surveillance, security and access devices while providing the highest levels of versatility, flexibility and simplicity,” said Alan Forman, President, Altronix Corporation, “These solutions are increasingly critical as systems are being expanded outdoors to provide in-

creased situational awareness.” NetWay 1DWPM Hi-PoE Injector provides PoE, PoE+ or Hi-PoE (60 watts) power and passes data over CAT5E/6 up to 100m without repeaters. Utilizing Altronix’s LINQ™ Network Communication Technology, NetWay1DWPM offers built-in IP management, enabling remote control, monitoring and event reporting via e-mail and SNMP trap message notifications. Additional features include internal surge pro-

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tection, as well as auto detection and protection of non-PoE cameras and devices. NetWay1DWPM is housed in a lightweight IP66-NEMA 4/4x rated enclosure, is UL Listed in the U.S. and Canada and CE Approved. Reserv WP Video Surveillance Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) offers true sine wave regulated AC outputs and regulated DC outputs to simultaneously provide power to 12V DC and 24V AC devices during normal or power outage conditions,

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which can be more likely to occur in harsh outdoor environments. WayPoint Outdoor Power Solutions provide a robust solution for PTZ and fixed cameras with or without heater/ blower housings, IR illuminators, wireless transceivers and virtually any surveillance or security product that’s exposed to the elements. Designed for the harshest environments with IP66-NEMA 4/4X rated enclosures, stainless steel lockable latches, and integral flanges to accommodate wall or pole mounting. A wide range of models

in single- or multi-output are available providing 24V AC and/ or 28V AC, including a version that accepts 277V AC input. eBridge 200 WPM EoC/ Cat5e transceiver transmits Ethernet and power over coax up to 300m or CAT5e up to 500m without repeaters. It supports a single Hi-PoE (60W) camera/ device or two PoE/ PoE+ cameras/ devices at 100Mbps full duplex. eBridge 200 WPM also offers built-in IP management utilizing Altronix’s unique LINQ Network Communication Technology that

enables you to remotely monitor, control and report power from anywhere. eBridge 200 WPM is housed in a lightweight IP66-NEMA 4/4x rated enclosure, UL Listed in the U.S. and Canada and CE Approved. PMK1 Pole Mount Kit is designed to simplify mounting and installation of any Altronix outdoor power and transmission solution. It accommodates 2” to 8” diameter poles, or up to 5” square poles. Altronix Outdoor Power Solutions are made in the U.S.A. and carry a lifetime warranty.

Gemalto Modernizes Guinea’s National Voter Register G

emalto has managed a comprehensive modernization of Guinea's voter register on behalf of CENI, the National Independent Electoral Commission in the country. This included the use of 2,500 units of the Coesys Mobile Enrollment station, a portable biometric citizen registration kit deployed throughout Guinea and reaching even the remotest areas of the country. The aim was to ensure that millions of eligible voters were enrolled accurately and reliably ahead of elections which took place in October. Gemalto has provided CENI with the benefits of a single source, endto-end secure solution that upgrades Guinea’s existing voter registration system and processes. A total of 5000 operators were hired, trained and suc-

cessfully conducted the enrollment of voters across the country and abroad, using a front-end solution consisting of biometric citizen registration kits with a dedicated user-friendly software. The enrollment stations also featured robust and advanced devices to register citizens even in areas of the country with limited infrastructure. Gemalto also delivered a back-end solution comprising an Automatic Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) to ensure unique and verifiable registration of citizens. The biometric and personal data acquired was securely consolidated to build a national voter register without any duplication. The solution also featured software modules to allow the printing of voters’ lists and cards by CENI. December 2015

“CENI put their trust in Gemalto to work as both a solution and service provider, responsible for operating the entire enrollment process in a 45-day critical timeline,” said Bakary Fofana, President of CENI, “We took great benefits of Gemalto extensive experience from over 20 progressive government programs in Africa.” “Gemalto supported CENI in creating a modern voter register that can underpin democratic elections and for which secure voter registration is a critical step,” said FrédéricTrojani, Executive Vice President Government Programs at Gemalto, “Gemalto brought a high level of service for the management and perfect execution of this important project for Guinea’s future.”

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CCTV for Dark, Extreme Temperature Rolling Stock Environments BY Kevin Shen – Moxa Product Manager

Introduction

dissipate all of this heat to maintain optimal LED brightness is particularly difficult for cameras that must operate in high temperature environments, but nevertheless is something that the camera designer must take into consideration.

eliable CCTV cameras are now an essential component of railway applications, with security cameras permanently installed in most rolling stock. Passenger cars are particularly important in this regard to ensure the safety of passengers, but surveillance monitoring does not end when the car is empty and sitting in the rail yard or depot. At night, for example, train security personnel need to guard against vandalism and vagrants, either in real time or by reviewing video records when a problem is discovered after it has occurred. Depending on the location and time of year, the environment inside a parked passenger car could be extremely hot, extremely cold, and extremely dark. For these reasons, the security cameras used in train cars must be rugged enough to withstand wide temperature extremes, and be designed to produce crisp images in both natural light and IR (infrared) conditions.

The impact of high temperatures on IR LEDs

et’s look in more detail at the impact that high temperatures have on IR LEDs. The following two issues are particularly crucial: 1. When the LED junction temperature increases, the range of vibrations that can be induced in the LED’s semiconductor crystal will also increase. Once the energy of the crystal’s nucleus reaches a particular value, abrupt arcing between the two components of the semiconductor can occur, but without the release of any photons; this adverse effect increases exponentially as the temperature increases. As a result, both the semiconductor’s quantum efficiency and its ability to emit light are reduced.

High temperature issues

igh temperatures can have a dramatic negative effect on the performance of an LED. It can be shown that if we define the LED’s brightness to be 100% at a normal working temperature of 25°C, then the brightness reduces to 80% when the junction temperature increases to 75°C, and reduces further to 40% when the junction temperature increases to 175°C. Applying a bit of high school algebra reveals that the LED’s brightness decreases linearly as the junction temperature increases. In fact, the heat affecting an LED comes not only from the camera’s components, but from the LED itself, which produces heat while illuminated. Designing a camera that can effectively December 2015

Fig. 1: How the LED’s luminous flux and lifetime decrease with increased temperature. (reference: Cree)

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2. An increase in temperature will also change the quality of the LED material and impact the transmittance of the LED, forcing a reduction in the LED’s external quantum efficiency, and a decrease in the luminance of the LED. If the heat affecting an LED cannot be dissipated properly, high temperatures will affect both the ability of the LED to emit light and the LED’s lifetime. These effects are illustrated in figure 1.

Design ideas

he following basic design tips are an important aspect of LED design: ● Select a suitable LED material: Based on what we pointed out above, the material used for the LED die substrate as well as how the LED chip is mounted on the system circuit board affect heat dissipation, and consequently both of these factors should be considered when choosing the LED chip. ● Select a material with high thermal conductivity coefficient: The LED system circuit board dissipates heat from the LED chip to the camera chassis or external environment. In the past, most LED designs used a regular PCB for the system circuit board. However, the relatively low thermal conductivity coefficient of the PCBs that were used limited the ability of the circuit board to dissipate heat. Recently, a new type of PCB – referred to as a metal-core printed circuit board (MCPCB) – was developed using material with a high thermal conductivity coefficient to increase the ability of the circuit board to dissipate heat. Table 1: LED System Circuit Board

Heat dissipation and LEDs

he LED die can withstand temperatures in the 125 to 150°C range, but only for a limited period of time. If the temperature is not dissipated, the LED’s lifetime will drop significantly.

Fig. 2: LED Die

The methods used to dissipate heat away from an LED are based on which LED packaging technology is used. In general, an LED is assembled on the substrate of the LED die with aeutectic, flip chip, or with a traverse bond wire connected to the LED chip; the LED chip is mounted on the system circuit board. Based on this structure, the possible methods of dissipating heat away from an LED can be categorized as follows: ● Heat is dissipated directly from the LED dome to the environment. ● Heat is dissipated through the LED die board, to the system circuit board, and finally to the environment. ● The heat produced by the LED can be conducted through a metal traverse or bond wire (as shown in Fig. 2); however, the conduction efficiency depends on the size of the traverse and the type of material used. ● By changing the way the eutectic and flip chip are mounted, you can reduce the length of the traverse. If you also increase the traverse’s cross sectional area, the efficiency with which heat is dissipated through the traverse to the December 2015

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Characteristics

Rigid PCB

• Mature, easy to design layout • Poor heat dissipation • Suitable for low power consumption products

Flexible PCB

• Thin, lightweight, flexible • Thermal conductivity coefficient: 2 to 3 W/mK°

MCPCB

• Thermal conductivity coefficient: 1 to 2.2 W/mK° • Fit for LED products

DCB

• Thermal conductivity coefficient: 200 to 800 W/mK° • Hard to produce

● Reduce the number of LED chips: Using high performance LEDs can allow you to reduce the number of LED chips that need to be used. A major benefit of using fewer LEDs is that each LED can use a bigger portion of the circuit board’s surface area to dissipate, thereby increasing the expected lifetime of each LED chip. As shown in Fig. 4, the highest temperature of the left IR 70

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Fig. 5: Moxa CCTV solution for railway applications

need to operate in extreme temperatures, Moxa’s cameras are available with an optional -40 to 70°C operating temperature and built-in IR illuminator and ICR (Infrared Cutfilter

Fig. 4: The IR LED temperature profiles of different designs in a 23°C environment

light is 45.2°C, whereas the highest temperature of the IR light on the right is 35.7°C. The fact that heat is concentrated in one particular area puts a limit on how LEDs in the left design are placed, whereas for the design on the right, the temperature difference is consistently less than 10°C. Fig. 6: Moxa’s broad selection of EN 50155 products

Moxa’s leading CCTV solutions for railway

Removal) suitable for low lux environments. These cameras are the first in the world to be compliant with the higher EN 50155 TX criteria. Moxa’s cameras do not use built-in heaters or fans, which eliminates a potential point of failure and delivers excellent product longevity of 10 to 20 years, as required for railway applications.

oxa’s comprehensive IP CCTV solutions include IP video products, Ethernet switches, wireless communication devices, video management software, and NVR platforms for rolling stock applications. For applications that

Body-Worn Video Surveillance in Law Enforcement Body-worn video surveillance – Which is the best storage option for you? By Oliver Philippou – Senior Analyst - Video Surveillance, IHS Security Services

here is a growing need for bodyworn cameras on police officers. Body-worn cameras cause both police

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eras to become the majority portion of this market, and that overall third party storage offers the most future proof, scalable, and flexible option, IHS does not believe that third party is best for every police force, and in many situations local storage will offer the best solution. Data storage and management needs to be altered to police forces specific needs. The storage and management of data is becoming an increasingly more important part of police forces video surveillance ability. With increasing retention requirements and increasing surveillance video data, evaluating storage and management as an integral part of a surveillance system allows an effective balance between performance, maximum retention and potential return on investment. The University of Cambridge’s Institute of Criminology studied the effects of body-worn-cameras in Rialto, Calif., in 2012. The study showed that evidence capture is just one output of body-worn video. Indeed, the technology is perhaps most effective in actually preventing escalation during police-

public interactions, whether that extends to abusive behavior toward police or unnecessary use of force by police. The researchers say that knowing that events are being recorded creates “self-awareness” among all participants during police interactions. This is the critical component that turns bodyworn video into a “preventative treatment.” In this way, individuals modify their behavior when they are aware of “third-party surveillance” by cameras that act as a proxy for courts and public opinion. During the 12-month Rialto study, use-of-force by officers wearing cameras fell by 59%. What is more, reports filed against officers dropped by 87% from the previous year. For the last few years, police forces around the world have been suffering from the effects of reduced operating budgets. In the United States, a large number of police departments have been obliged to reduce the size of their force, close training centers or sell assets such as helicopters. In the UK, policing budgets have been cut by the Home Office by around 20% since 2011. Further cuts of 5% are ex-

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pected in 2015/2016. These types of budget cuts echo what is happening in the U.S., with both frontline and backoffice police staffing numbers significantly reduced. The use of body-worn cameras is expected to reduce the time for investigation, court time and various costs associated with criminal proceedings. It is expected that with video recordings, offenders will confess more quickly to crimes, which will save investigation and court proceedings costs. Further cost savings are expected from reduced litigation costs stemming from complaints and reports made against police officers. Following incidents such as the shootings of Mark Duggan in Tottenham, North London, in August 2011, and Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, in August 2014, along with the civil unrest that followed both incidents, there has been increasing pressure on police forces to provide more clarity on the actions of police officers. Body-worn video is a cost-effective way to provide this clarity. Had police officers been wearing body-worn cameras, the civil unrest that followed might have been avoided. The costs of policing the nationwide unrest that followed the shooting of Mark Duggan was estimated to cost £133 million ($202 million) nationally, with London accounting for £74m. Additional to this was an estimated £300m in damages and loss. In Ferguson, Missouri, St. Louis County police paid in excess of $5 million in overtime costs and $1.2 million in fringes during this unrest, says a news report.

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The majority of funding for bodyworn video systems is expected to come from the police forces themselves. However, public funding for body-worn video systems is being made available. In 2014, President Barack Obama announced the BodyWorn Camera Partnership Program, which aims to provide $75 million to help purchase 50,000 body-worn cameras for police officers around the U.S. Also, the Safer Officers and Safer Citizens Act of 2015 will potentially offer additional partial funding of $100 million up through 2021. Similar to the Body-Worn Camera Partnership Program, the Safer Officers and Safer Citizens Act will require state, local and tribal departments to match 25% of the grant funds.

Growing Global Market

he world market for body-worn surveillance within law enforcement is growing. In 2014, IHS estimated the total world market for bodyworn video surveillance equipment and service was $60 million. However, the service portion of the market is expected to grow to become a larger proportion than the hardware market by 2019. An officer’s camera typically records between 1-2 hours per day. IHS estimates that this results in 2-3 GB of data collected by each officer per shift. All of this data needs to be stored and managed. There are two main methods for storage and data management: local (on-site storage on a physical server owned, controlled and maintained by a specific police force), or third party (off-site “cloud” storage and management through an external data center such as Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure).

Currently, local storage is the preferred method and is used more often than third-party options. However, third-party storage will become more used over the next five years to store body-worn video surveillance. This is because it is more economical and scalable with the expected growth of data storage requirements. Note that it is not just the addition of new bodyworn video, but also the long retention periods that significantly increase the amount of data that needs to be stored. The main benefits to a third party storage and management solutions are: ● Third party storage and management is far more manageable and economical with increasing amounts of data. This is because police forces will only pay for what they use, as opposed to buying a server that is only kept half full in case more storage is needed. ● There is no hardware to manage. Software is licensed from the manufacturer at a monthly per-user fee, making forecasting and cost projections more predictable. ● There is no need to have additional IT expertise locally. This can be a significant factor when considering the 18,000 separate police forces within the U.S. ● There are economies of scale when looking at total cost of ownerships, when including hardware replacement. With third-party storage, companies may need to worry about bandwidth and network speeds during shift changes when multiple officers are trying to download at the same time. However, it is unlikely that a department will download all of their cameras at the same time. Furthermore, the data is likely to be downloaded overnight, or December 2015

whenever the officer is off duty. There have been security concerns raised over the storage of evidence and personal data on non-police servers. However third-party solutions are considered to offer the best security. Thirdparty data centers store data in farmed server arrays that are fragmented and spread across several servers. By contrast, data in local storage is generally stored in rack servers, where complete data sets are all in one place. Both local and third parties encrypt data. However, third-party solutions are considered to offer better penetration resilience. Commercial data centers, such as those used by Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure, are constantly attacked. As a result, their defenses are more tried, tested and resilient. Local police forces, by contrast, likely will not have the same level of cybersecurity and protection. While IHS expects third-party storage of data from body-worn cameras to become the majority portion of this market and that third-party storage offers the most scalable and flexible options, IHS does not believe that thirdparty solutions are the best option for every police force. In many situations, local storage will offer the best solution. Data storage and management needs to be adapted to police force’s specific needs. The storage and management of data is becoming an increasingly important part of a police force’s video surveillance ability. With the increasing retention requirements and volume of surveillance video data, evaluating storage and management as an integral part of a surveillance system allows an effective balance between performance, maximum retention and potential return on investment.

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What’s in Store for Storage in 2016 By Bassam Tabbara – CTO, Quantum

uantum, a leading expert in scale-out storage, archive and data protection shares outlook on technology trends for 2016, as well as other anticipated developments across key vertical industries in the storage market. Bassam Tabbara, CTO at Quantum highlights a number of trends to watch across the market segments:

Object storage: Ready for its close-up

ensor based data – combined with new, sophisticated tools for analyzing buyer behavior – are driving Enterprise IT departments to retain increasing capacities of historical unstructured data to allow their users to assess the present in the context of the past. Businesses have reached the tipping point where traditional data storage methods can’t support the resulting high capacity workloads. Object storage, with its online scalability and robustness, is the answer. Object storage has been in use for some time in major cloud service providers, but the technology is seeing traction with commercial enterprises now because it can scale to meet the capacity needs of massive data sets while keeping data at the ready. The unrelenting growth of unstructured data, together with lengthening RAID rebuild times on high-capacity disks, is

finally pushing enterprises into using object storage to extend online access to data in multi-petabyte, non-block data storage.

In law enforcement and security, more cameras + higher resolutions = way more data

ublic safety has gone from a national security issue to the concern of every university, municipality, school and commercial enterprise. Cameras offer more sensors, wider panoramas and higher resolution than ever before, and the resulting information is useful not just for today’s security but for tomorrow’s buyer analysis (and litigation protection). All these trends are driving the storage of more data, longer, for surveillance. As a result, security managers, who once installed standalone systems, are going to need to partner with Enterprise IT department to address digital storage as a part of their video surveillance architecture. And with the need for storage investment needing to be balanced against the budget for cameras and infrastructure, Enterprise IT must be ready to support them with an architecture that supports easy data access, but at the lowest cost of ownership. Tiered solutions with tape will increasingly be the answer. December 2015

‘Archive as a Service’ finds a home for compliance data – in the cloud

015 was the year when cloud service providers – like Google and AWS – offered more (and less expensive) options for storing long term data in the cloud. A mass of vendors also offered gateways to help customers move their data off premise, but customers made their preferences known. They do not want piece part answers. Particularly for compliance data, they want full outsourced solutions that simply remove the problem of archiving from the To Do list. 2016 will be the year these solutions arrive, with a major migration of customer compliance and ‘write once, hope to read never’ data to the cloud.

When the public cloud is not enough

f over half of all enterprises are to adopt a hybrid cloud model by 2017 (as Gartner predicted last year) more organizations will be wrestling over where their data is stored. And, while public cloud is often touted as a more scalable and cost-effective storage solution than on-premise, the economics don’t always make sense depending upon the data to be stored and performance needed. The media

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& entertainment industry has been dealing with this issue for years, as production houses often need to move massive video data sets quickly across disparate locations and recall-

ing data from a public cloud would be far too expensive and time-consuming. In 2016, as more enterprise IT departments wrestle with massive data workloads generated from cor-

porate video marketing, virtualization and the Internet of Things, they will also turn to on-prem cloud storage to get the job done quickly and on-budget.

The Top 5 Mega Trends That will Transform the Global Security Markets

Frost & Sullivan’s new video featuring Senior Consultant Anthony Leather highlights the top Mega Trends shaping the future of global security

he global environment continues to pose increasingly complex security challenges to governments and across critical infrastructure. Economic and financial instability, as well as political and social unrest, have brought controversy and insecurity across a number of countries, impacting security decisions worldwide. In a new video, Frost & Sullivan Senior Consultant Anthony Leather explores the changing global dynamics that are driving security stakeholders to re-evaluate resources and operational requirements to protect against a range of evolving threats – from traditional terrorism and crime to emerging threats from cyber security, information and unknown groups. Cyber security continues to grow as one of the largest challenges facing both governments and critical infrastructure operators. Engagement between industry and key stakeholders is critical to better protect from the increasingly complex cyber threats. “In response to these challenges,” comments Leather, “Frost & Sullivan has identified the top five Mega Trends in the security industry that will shape

the way in which governments will protect their citizens and critical assets in the future.” Key areas will be: I. The rapid development of technologies that allow greater flexibility and security to end users, providing a more predictive and proactive approach of security procedures. Emerging trends will include unmanned aerial systems, the Internet of Things and wearable devices in public safety and intelligent security solutions. II. The emergence of Internet of Things programmes in public safety. There will be a rapid growth of IP enabled devices used by law enforcement departments. 4G LTE connected devices used by officers, in vehicles and within surveillance systems, is expected growth at over 13% until 2024. III. The increased debate on intelligence and privacy, following the soaring terrorism threat levels across the globe. The rising concern about privacy laws and technologically sophisticated terrorism networks will also eclipse December 2015

the backlash against the National Security Agency (NSA) and protection of personal data. IV. The rising use of Web intelligence and Big Data analytics throughout law enforcement. Constraints on budgets and an increased focus on business efficiency will squeeze security provider prices with a focus on affordable security solutions that show a clear return on investment both for protection and operation. The cyber problem will continue with a call for greater collaboration between government and industry, focus in the boardroom, and better cyber security hygiene. V. The continuous growth of investments in critical infrastructure security, as legacy systems are replaced with newer technology. Highlights include the growth of airport and mass transport infrastructure in Asia Pacific, an expected investment growth of 8% into border security, and strong investment in cyber solutions in banking and finance over the coming years.

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Intruder Alarm Equipment : Where’s the Growth?

How to diversify your product range and find the best new markets to sell your products

he U.S. market for intruder alarm equipment, which makes up 40 percent of the global market, reached $1.1 billion dollars last year. Numerous attempts have been made all over the world to replicate this success, ranging from home management to do-it-yourself (DIY) ‘bells and whistles’ systems. This article will provide an overview of the current state of the American market whilst also highlighting a few of the bright spots for growth. The intruder alarm equipment industry has traditionally been driven by the following two forces: ● Local legislation or by insurance provider requirement that business owners install intrusion systems. ● Residential consumers who purchased an intrusion system from a local dealer. The first is fairly common, regardless of geographical location. Insurance companies have calculated that intrusion systems decrease the number of burglaries, which would cost the insurance company money. As a result they are happy to offer incentives to customers, including discounts on their premiums. However the second factor is unique to North America – with the exception of Australia. In fact according to the latest IHS Intruder Alarms Report, aggressive marketing of intrusion products to the residential sector has caused the U.S. residential market to reach heights of $500 million per year – comparable to the value of the entire residential market in Europe – a level that is almost unim-

aginable in other countries. A standard, fully wired system with a few basic sensors satisfies legislator and insurance provider demands for the commercial sector, while a smaller system is affordable enough to sell to individual homeowners. The foundation of the industry, in terms of equipment sales, has always been one hybrid control panel per installation, one wired keypad installed at the entrance of the building and a few motion sensors scattered around the premises. Recent developments might threaten the industry’s tranquil low-single-digit growth, however. An influx of new companies has flooded the residential market with new product offerings that emphasize the importance of additional end-user functionality and usability. For example, consumers can now use their smartphones to log into the camera installed at the front door to check to see if their kids got home from school on time or arm and disarm their alarm systems using a touch-screen interface on the wall. These advances are a far cry from the traditional beige box that you hid in your basement whilst trying to forget that you lived in an area that you deemed dangerous enough to pay $40 a month to protect yourself from. Comcast, Time-Warner, AT&T and other large multi-system operators (MSOs) have also entered the market, selling their own home security offerings to their expansive customer bases, while launching huge advertising campaigns to raise consumer awareness December 2015

and drive up the overall residential penetration rate. It is not just the residential market that is opting for the increased functionality, however. Earlier this year ADT announced that 49 percent of new small-business and commercial customers were opting for the company’s Pulse system that offers both remote interactive services and video surveillance capabilities. The sale of products manufactured for these services, including self-contained wireless panels, wireless PIR detectors and magnetic contacts, are forecast to grow at a rate of 7 percent to 9 percent per year, over the next five years. That growth is in stark contrast to their wired counterparts languishing at rates of 2 percent to 4 percent. Looking further ahead, the rise of building automation will continue to be a recurrent theme in the residential sector. If you head down to a security tradeshow any time soon, you will find a wide variety of manufacturers touting their new garage-door opener as ‘the next big thing,’ but this is just the tip of the iceberg. One of the main problems that salesmen currently face when attempting to get the commercial sector to buy their products is that there is no tangible return on investment (ROI) – the value of not being burgled cannot be quantified, because there are too many unknowns. It is therefore very common for businesses to purchase the minimum equipment required to meet legislative and insurance requirements and call it a day; however, if a manufacturer could successfully

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integrate their intrusion system with a building management system – and offer ROI in the form of energy savings or workflow management efficiencies at a competitive price – they could very well go on to become ‘the next big thing.’ Unfortunately the current options available to business owners are also too polarized. On one side you have something like the ADT Pulse business package, offering a few additional

video cameras and maybe a thermostat to integrate into their intrusion systems. At prices starting at $99, it is extremely affordable, but it falls short of being able to provide companies with any significant ROI. At the other end of the scale, you have something like the Havel building automation system, which provides complete control over every aspect of a property – from intrusion to HVAC to lighting control systems – but this

system is expensive, which means only very large facilities can realize the savings necessary to justify the cost. Currently there is a complete lack of midrange products that are affordable and functional enough for mass-market appeal and adoption. This is a gaping hole in the market that will surely be filled sometime in the near future – but the company that will be first to market such a solution remains a mystery.

Milestone Enables Video to Boldly Go Where No Video has Gone Before

Device Pack 8.1 for Milestone XProtect video management software enables ultra-low bandwidth video transmission for cameras connected to mobile networks. This release also adds support for the latest cameras from Sony and Samsung

ilestone Systems has released Device Pack 8.1 for partners and customers using Milestone XProtect monitoring solutions. A highlight of this release is support for Digital Barriers’ TVI wireless video streaming that contains a patent-protected codec which dynamically adjusts video image resolution and pixel density to fit the quality of bandwidth available for video transmission. TVI thereby ensures delivery of highly reliable, secure, realtime video over mobile and other lowbandwidth networks from first-responder units to control rooms and Accident & Emergency (A&E) units. Also notable in Device Pack 8.1 is XProtect support for the Sony Generation 7 4K cameras and the Samsung WiseNet Lite camera series. This release further expands on the number of supported devices in XProtect to more than

4,600 (plus various devices in series and non-listed OEM devices). 145 hardware manufacturer brands are supported.

Full support for Digital Barriers’ TVI in XProtect

he open platform technology used in Milestone offerings ensures support for more than just cameras and encoders. In this Device Pack release, the integration of TVI wireless video streaming enables reliable distribution of near-zero latency video from challenging operational environments or mobile units that have limited or variable network connectivity. The integration allows the deployment of body-worn cameras, on-board vehicle cameras and highly mobile public safety video systems for enhanced operational capabilities, events and much more. One example of use already pio-

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neered by Digital Barriers is mobile emergency service units relaying live video directly from ambulances, together with Electro Cardiogram (ECG) and other vital signs’ data, to A&E teams waiting in the hospital for patients to arrive. Transmitting continuous data to the hospital, along with visual status of the patient, optimizes time for initial clinical assessment, triage and preparations. This results in more accurate diagnoses and better outcomes for patients. “Milestone XProtect, together with our class-leading TVI wireless video streaming solution, means that firstresponder units and others operating in the field can relay usable real-time video to central control rooms to support decision-making and operational effectiveness,” says Colin Evans, Chief Operating Officer, Digital Barriers, “The combined offering opens up a world of opportuni-

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ties across the military, police, healthcare services, transportation, manufacturing, construction, natural resources

and other sectors.” The integration has been implemented in record time, with the first proof of concept shown at IFSEC 2015 in London this June. The MilestoneDigital Barriers integration has advantages beyond the ability to use devices on low and variable bandwidth connections. TVI uses

a very strong encryption scheme, securing the connection even if public networks are used for the video stream. Another protection feature is the dedicated recording server setup in XProtect: the physical location of the stored video data can be documented at all times, ensuring full compliance to data protection acts. TVI has already been sold into more than thirty countries. This highlights the demand for infrastructure solutions with efficient use of available bandwidth.

TDSi Exports to China and Southeast Asia Increase by a Third Company also highlights UKTI Export Week which offers advice on building export sales

ith the UK Trade and Investment Export Week event that took place from 9-13 November, integrated security manufacturer TDSi announced a 33% increase in its sales to Southeast Asia and China. The export figures, which compare Q1/Q2 of 2014 and 2015, suggest the security market is continuing to grow despite reports of a slowing economy in the region. John Davies, Managing Director of TDSi commented, “China and Southeast Asia in general continues to be a very strong market for TDSi’s integrated security products. Despite recent fears over economic stagnation, we are seeing solid growth from our partners and customers in the region and have a very optimistic outlook for these markets, with no indications of it slowing down. We are proud to be a successful British security exporter.”

The company is equally growing its market share in other countries in the region, which was highlighted by a recent visit to Malaysia for IFSEC Southeast Asia, as John elaborated, “Our appearance at the show this year enjoyed 50% more visitors to our stand than our debut at the event in 2013. What is more, the enthusiasm from visitors, partners and customers showed how much this market is expanding. With a solid economy based on impressive natural resources, Malaysia has a security market that is poised for development.” Looking at the broader export sector, TDSi is enjoying growth in many international markets. During the company’s appearance at IFSEC International in London earlier this year, TDSi’s stand enjoyed a 25% increase in export market visitors. The Middle December 2015

East has frequently proven to be another key geographical growth region for TDSi, with strong indications that the UK market is also displaying signs of healthy expansion moving forwards. TDSi has benefited with assistance from both the UKTI and BSIA in its export markets research. The company was assisted by the UKTI whilst investigating a number of African and Southeast Asian markets, whilst also commissioning a number of OMIS (Overseas Market Introduction Service) reports from the organisation for Malaysia, Indonesia and Philippines. As Chairman of the BSIA Export Council, John Davies has also been heavily involved with members’ export activities, sharing knowledge and support with a number of other companies. John concluded, “Undoubtedly the UK economy and security sector is

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growing and offering an excellent opportunity for the right providers, but there are also rapidly growing export markets that need to be embraced. We are proud to be a UK company selling

technology to China, but equally other security markets such as Malaysia and Vietnam are growing rapidly and British products have an excellent and welldeserved reputation. Export Week is a

perfect opportunity to learn more about the support on offer for British companies and to engage with export markets that are keen to buy truly world-class solutions.”

VIVOTEK Joins Forces with Sony’s Edge Storage Solution V

IVOTEK has announced a new cooperation between Sony’s Edge Storage Solution and VIVOTEK’s H.265 5-megapixel network cameras. This partnership enables a more reliable IP surveillance system during network dropouts and provides timely notification of microSD card maintenance requirements. One of the benefits of deploying IP surveillance is to ensure continuous and stable recording even during a network outage. To achieve this goal, VIVOTEK’s H.265 5-megapixel network cameras support Sony’s Edge Storage instant backup function, which ensures video

is safely recorded to Sony’s microSD card with lifespan notification when any network downtime is detected. Once the connection is restored, the onboard storage of cameras is then automatically transferred to the recording system. Further enhancing the user-friendly nature of VIVOTEK’s H.265 5-megapixel network cameras is the Edge Storage Maintenance Notification function. The cameras will detect any error or warning from a failing or failed microSD card, and display the usage of spare blocks and lifespan via web browser. In addition, the lifespan information includes indication of microSD card lifetime, al-

lowing security staff to replace it prior to expiry. This information can also be transmitted via e-mail to laptop, mobile phone, or an alarm output. With this enhanced cooperation towards an even more stable platform, users can rest assured that their data is secure, just like their business. Tim Su, Director, PM & Marketing Division, VIVOTEK Inc. stated, “VIVOTEK is the leader in superior image processing capability and system reliability. We will keep working closely with worldwide partners to offer more user-friendly features and meet the challenges of diversified markets.”

Red-Hot Infrared Growth T

he industrial sector led growth in infrared market revenue, which is provisionally projected to grow 7 percent (in $US) in 2015, is led by growth in the closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera market. Factory automation light curtains and smoke detectors are also important products in this area. According to the IHS Infrared LEDs – World

– 2015 report, from 2014 to 2020 this market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of nearly 8 percent. This growth is supported mainly by solid machinery production growth, high powered infra-red (IR) light-emitting diodes (LEDs) in CCTVs and smoke detectors. Due to slowing growth in the mature December 2015

consumer market (where year-over-year infrared LED revenues are projected to be down nearly 5 percent in 2015) and the economic situation this year in China and the world, 2015 infrared revenue will only grow by 3 percent; however, growth rates are forecast to rise to a healthier 5 percent during the remainder of the decade, as CCTV cameras contin-

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ue to be one of the key areas of growth in the market. While the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region accounted for nearly 69 percent of total infrared revenue in the forecast period of 2014 to 2020 (based on prod-

ucts shipped to location), revenue share varies by application. In consumer applications, where low cost emitters for remote controls lead the market, APAC is even more dominant; however, in smoke detectors and CCTV cameras, there is a

stronger market in the West – particularly in Europe. The infrared market leader is Osram, which leads in revenue in both 2014 and 2015. Other leading suppliers include Everlight, Lite-ON, Sharp and Vishay.

A+A in Düsseldorf: More Than 65,000 Trade Visitors – with Large Proportion of Internationals The workplace finally has a future, as companies are investing in health and safety

he transformation of the workplace is gaining further momentum. Increasing workplace digitisation and certain demographic trends have created new challenges, but also new opportunities. Companies are facing these processes actively by investing more money in sustaining their employees’ working capacities and also in humane working conditions and routines. These are the core messages that can be derived from the development of the trade fair and from the high level of interest among exhibitors and visitors at A+A 2015. The 30th A+A in Düsseldorf, which ran for four days (27-30 October), comprised 1,887 exhibitors from 57 countries and provided information for more than 65,000 visitors (2013: 63,000) seeking to learn about the latest trends in occupational health and safety, health promotion at work and safety and security management. This is a new record in the history of this event. 30% of all visitors were internationals, clearly indicating an increase since the last event. They came from 80 countries. “As before, A+A has reached record numbers of exhibitors and visitors, thus reconfirming its position as a global lead-

er among trade fairs and conventions on occupational health and safety. It is providing major stimuli on the market and in the political debate, both in Europe and beyond. It was also helpful to have so many activities in connection with this year’s partner country, South Korea,” says Joachim Schäfer, Managing Director at Messe Düsseldorf, as he sums up numerous talks with exhibitors and international delegations as well as the consistently positive responses and the good atmosphere in the exhibition halls. The international A+A Congress, a convention organised by the German Federal Association for Occupational Safety and Health (Basi), attracted over 5,000 delegates to its 60 series of events and 350 speakers. The convention, which covered a wide range of subjects, ran in parallel with the conference of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the International Social Security Organisation (ISSA) with its line-up of high-calibre speakers. On the opening day considerable attention was attracted by Andrea Nahles, the German Minister for Employment and Social Affairs. In her speech at A+A 2015 she focused, in particular, on the imDecember 2015

portance of preventive healthcare in the changing world of labour and said that a flexible compromise was needed, “When we talk about the future of the workplace, we must always include occupational health and safety. The digitisation of the workplace offers a large number of opportunities. Companies can boost their productivity, and employees can achieve better working condition and more flexible working hours. However, there are also risks. Performance optimisation, pressure of time, sensory overload and continuous availability can cause mental stress.” Andrea emphasised furthermore that the economic potential of health prevention is equally relevant under the aspect of demographic change and must be exploited by companies as a way to create loyalty among their skilled professional workforce. After all, she said, decent work is not a ‘national luxury,’ but something that must be promoted on a global scale.

A+A Trend Barometer – good momentum for exhibitors

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products and services in personal protection and in the realisation of safe and healthy working routines. A guided tour of the trade fair was held where the participants could see for themselves how innovative manufacturers can be. Visitors were keen to invest and

were very much interested in high-quality personal protection equipment and clothing. This was confirmed by a study on the German PPE market, submitted at A+A 2015 by the market research company macrom. According to the study, the market volume has again increased

by over 4% in sectors where PPE is particularly vital, such as construction and manufacturing, reaching a total of EUR 1.8 billion over the last two years – and indeed despite stagnating payroll figures. This is about one tenth of the world’s entire market volume.

OnSSI and Galaxy Control Systems Deliver

Seamlessly Integrated VMS and Access Control Solution Provides heightened situational awareness and streamlined investigations

n continuing to deliver higher performance and added value to customers, OnSSI announces that the System Galaxy access control solution from Galaxy Control Systems fully integrates and supports the Company’s Ocularis 5 Video Management Software (VMS). The integration of these industry leading VMS and access control solutions provides users with greatly enhanced real-time situational awareness and significantly streamlines the post-event investigation process. “The correlation of video and access control provides users with an effective, efficient and intelligent solution that is proven to improve overall security and heighten situational awareness,” said Ken LaMarca, VP of Sales and Marketing, OnSSI, “The integration with Galaxy Control Systems was facilitated by Ocularis’ open architecture, which enables the ability to process comprehensive intelligence across multiple platforms.” Working in concert with System Galaxy, OnSSI’s Ocularis 5 provides critical information that lets operators

quickly assess situations as they unfold, and use the information gathered to determine the best course of action. “The combination of Ocularis 5 and System Galaxy creates a unique and powerful VMS-access control solution that capitalizes on the combined strengths of these respective platforms to improve overall safety and security,” said Robert Laughlin, President, Galaxy Control Systems, “The latest version of December 2015

System Galaxy includes enhancements that further enhance the user experience and streamline installation, while providing a comprehensive access and surveillance management platform by integrating OnSSI’s Ocularis 5.” The seamless integration between Ocularis 5 and System Galaxy enables real-time access control activity and user-defined, real-time on-screen event annotation. Each door can be assigned

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a preset NVR/ DVR and camera, with alerts triggered by valid or invalid access attempts, which are tied to pre- and postevent video. Upon receiving an alert, operators can engage the full power of both Ocularis and System Galaxy to quickly and easily retrieve live video, control cameras, lock/ unlock doors and much more. In addition to delivering unprecedented real-time situational awareness the combined solution provides faster and more accurate retrieval of correlated video and data for more effective and efficient post-event investigations. Ocularis 5 is based on a new record-

er that accommodates a significantly higher density of cameras per recorder while maximizing HDD storage without the need for user configuration. It features automatic load balancing for managing recordings across system servers. Ocularis 5 also allows for multiple different recorders to be combined under the same Base (including legacy Ocularis 4.X recorders) with centralized user and event management. System Galaxy is a scalable, enterprise-class access control and management solution, that seamlessly integrates security and building man-

agement functions. Additional features include active directory support to enable real-time identity management, individualized identity-based door access, and the ability to generate specific reports for each screen view or credential holder. Data can be shared with other systems such as time and attendance, visitor management, time clocks, parking garages and personal messaging. System Galaxy accommodates unlimited users and is also accessible from mobile web browsers and designed for backward compatibility with all legacy Galaxy systems.

Samsung SRN-4000 Network Video Recorder Receives Network Rail PADS Approval

The award winning SRN-4000 Network Video Recorder (NVR) has joined the list of Samsung cameras, domes, recorders and Ethernet switches within its IP network video surveillance range which have been approved for use within Network Rail infrastructure

onfirmation that the SRN-4000 complies with the requirements for PADS certification follows a process during which it has been evaluated and comprehensively tested to ensure that it is reliable, fit for purpose and complies with Network Rail’s demanding standards in respect of safety. The SRN-4000, which was voted 2015 CCTV Product of the Year by the readers of PSI (Professional Secu-

rity Installer) Magazine, offers an extremely robust, out-of-the box Linux based video recording solution with a feature set which ensures it can be relied upon to deliver a highly resilient, low maintenance recording solution. Samsung’s comprehensive rail solution is likely to attract the attention of system designers, security managers and rail sector operations managers who are looking to minimise the total cost of ownership for video surveillance systems.

ing is not interrupted if a fault occurs. SMART drive management delivers pertinent data to help predict and manage potential drive failure. Interruptions caused by PSU failure are minimized by way of a dual power supply. Field replaceable components include power supplies, cooling fans and even the processor. The SRN-4000 is able to simultaneously record and multi-stream images at a high bandwidth, offering 700Mbps total throughput with provision for both internal and external storage.

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lot of thought has gone into the SRN-4000’s on-screen user interface to ensure that it can be config-

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ured in only four steps using the ‘Easy Setup’ wizard, whilst cameras can be registered without complication via a quick set up process. As well as the full range of Samsung IP network cameras, the SRN-4000 also supports other manufacturers’ cameras which

are ONVIF compliant.

Fast and efficient searching

he SRN-4000 enables users to quickly find and review video of any incident by using a combination of ad-

vanced motion detection as well as video analytics and metadata search options. Images can be searched by classification, e.g., keyword search such as ‘car’, ‘people’ or ‘train,’ whilst a heat map feature provides the opportunity to statistically analyse concentrated spots of activity.

Halma Acquires Firetrace USA, LLC H

alma, the leading safety, health and environmental technology group has acquired Firetrace USA, LLC from private shareholders. Firetrace (www.firetrace.com), based in Scottsdale, Arizona, USA, designs and manufactures automatic fire detection and suppression systems for installation in small enclosed environments to protect people and critical assets. It will continue to operate out of its current facilities and existing management will remain in place. Audited accounts for the year to 31 December 2013 report revenue of $28.8 million (£19.1 million) and profit before tax of $4.2 million (£2.8 million). Audited accounts for the year to 31 Decem-

ber 2014 report revenue of $49.2 million (£32.6 million) and profit before tax of $18.1 million (£12.0m). The variation in revenue and profitability between the last two years’ trading is substantially due to a large contract, worth $20 million in revenue terms, which completed shipping in 2014. Under Halma ownership, profitability is expected to be above the Group’s average return on sales. Unaudited accounts for the 8 months to the end of August 2015 show revenue of $23 million (£15.2 million). The acquisition, which is expected to be immediately earnings enhancing, was funded from Halma’s existing cash and debt facilities.

Firetrace will become part of the Infrastructure Safety sector which includes global leaders in the design and manufacture of flame and smoke detectors, fire detection systems, security sensors and audible/ visual warning devices. Andrew Williams, Halma’s Chief Executive commented, “Firetrace further extends Halma’s product offering within the fire protection industry, adding fire suppression to our market leading fire detection capabilities. This transaction also demonstrates our ability to continue to find and acquire high quality businesses, with complementary technologies, operating within our existing market sectors.”

Inaugural APHS Conference and Exhibition Kicked Off with Participants from Over 40 Countries T

he inaugural Asia Pacific Homeland Security (APHS) conference and exhibition (CONFEX) has confirmed its spot as the leading urban resilience forum, hosting participants from over

40 countries and 20 delegations from ASEAN countries as well as from Fiji, Maldives, Mongolia, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Held from 27-30 October 2015, December 2015

APHS 2015 is the region’s first conference and exhibition devoted to the issues of urban resilience and disaster relief. It garnered high levels of support both from the public and private sectors, with

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senior personnel from the region’s security forces, military and disaster relief agencies making up the mix of participants. Among those from Singapore who attended the APHS conference and exhibition are officers from the Ministry of Transport, the Singapore Police Force and the Singapore Armed Forces. Patrick Colas des Francs, CEO of COGES, said the support from the delegations and participants provided a great start to the first edition of APHS. “Over the four days, APHS had provided our participants with a unique platform to discuss matters related to the

prevention and management of natural and industrial disasters in the region. Our conference speakers and exhibitors shared comprehensive insights and examples on how Asia Pacific countries can strengthen their urban resilience to ensure the well-being of their citizens,” said Colas. He added that participants and delegations were treated to an array of interesting products and tools at the exhibition, which saw exhibitors from 17 different countries. These included threat and hazard detection tools, protection devices and security and rescue equipment.

Chairman of COGES Asia, Jimmy Lau, said that the success of APHS 2015 also highlights the important role Singapore plays in the region’s security against natural and industrial threats. “Due to its geographic location and diplomatic relationships with neighbouring countries, Singapore is the region’s disaster relief coordination centre, which makes it significant to bring together overseas dignitaries and renowned industry experts here to discuss critical issues on urban resilience. “We’re looking forward to building on the success of the inaugural edition of APHS in the next two years,” said Lau.

Vanderbilt to Collaborate with Heartland Campus Solutions

Companies to provide customized access control solutions to the higher education market

anderbilt Industries, a global leader in the delivery of innovative, highly reliable technologies that help organizations ensure safety and security, has agreed to work with Heartland Campus Solutions, a division of Heartland Payment Systems (NYSE:HPY), to deliver customized solutions and integrations to the higher education market. Vanderbilt will provide its award-winning access control systems to Heartland customers in the Midwest. As part of the collaboration, Vanderbilt will provide its award-winning access control solutions to the higher education facilities with which Heartland works. Heartland works with the Wisconsin Association of Independent Col-

leges and Universities (WAICU) that gives WAICU members the option to purchase a Heartland system without undergoing the request for proposal (RFP) process. Vanderbilt’s access control solutions will be available to WAICU members at a discounted rate as part of this agreement. “Vanderbilt is a well-known name in access control for higher education facilities, and we are pleased to have the opportunity to work with them to provide comprehensive solutions for our customers,” said Ron Farmer, Senior Vice President, Heartland Campus Solutions, “Working with Vanderbilt offers us a variety of access control solutions that can meet the unique needs of our customers and integrate easily with existing hardware, software and December 2015

security management systems.” Heartland delivers forward-thinking solutions to the higher education community. For decades, the company has worked with colleges and universities to customize a solution that fits each institution’s needs to run a more efficient business, better manage payments and refunds, improve business processes, secure access, streamline loan servicing, manage tax documents and create a better student experience throughout the campus. “Our collaboration with Heartland enables our technology to be deployed widely throughout the Midwest, allowing us the opportunity to reach new higher education customers,” said Mitchell Kane, President, Vanderbilt, “At the same time, this strategic align-

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ment allows Heartland’s customers to realize stronger access control through the delivery of cost-effective, integrated and comprehensive technologies.” Vanderbilt is a global leader in the design and delivery of innovative se-

curity solutions. A variety of organizations benefit from Vanderbilt’s various access control technology offerings, from small-to-medium businesses to enterprise-class customers. Intrusion alarm, readers, credentials, power sup-

plies and video surveillance solutions complete the company’s robust technology portfolio, which is designed to ensure a high level of security and safety while enabling users to realize new levels of intelligence.

Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Cannon Technologies’ Impressive Product Development and Growth Strategies Partly due to the positive results from the ‘Sector Need’ program, the company earns the prestigious Company of the Year Award

ased on its recent analysis of the modular data center market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Cannon Technologies with the 2015 European Frost & Sullivan Company of the Year Award. Cannon Technologies’ success in this market is a direct consequence of its meticulous efforts to develop solutions that address unmet and evolving market needs. The company operates a ‘Sector Need’ program to identify client frustrations, and then proposes appropriate innovations to address them. It then goes to great lengths to gauge the market view on these innovations. The integrated range of rack door locks is an excellent example of innovation coming from Cannon Technologies’ ‘Sector Need’ program. These products enable the easy upgrade of rack door locking systems from standard key locks to mechanical combination locking systems, electronic/ key pad locking systems, stainless-steel and motor-driven high-security locking systems, and fingerprint locking systems. Cannon Technologies’ rack door locks, in effect, allow end users to upgrade their security levels without having to change rack doors. Since the company’s electronic locks can be remotely re-

locked if inadvertently opened, end users can also eliminate costly engineer visits in such instances. “Cannon Technologies has come up with yet another innovative solution by designing the rack in such a way that it becomes an integrated structural element of the data center,” said Frost & Sullivan Senior Industry Analyst Gautham Gnanajothi, “With all this being just a small selection of examples from the Cannon innovation program, one can well imagine the extensiveness of the company’s product portfolio.” The company’s products range from containerized solutions to prefabricated modular solutions and micro and mini modular data centers. Each of its product categories were developed by implementing top-notch industry practices and leveraging cutting-edge technologies. The Cannon Globe Trotter is the containerized range of modular data centers, which is available in over 20 standard designs and developed to specifically serve non-mainstream vertical applications. Primarily for this product line, the company has designed a Soft Ride technology that enables fully functional data centers to be shipped globally, with all servers and associated IT equipment pre-installed December 2015

Cannon Technologies are the designers and manufacturers of world renowned Turnkey Modular Data Centers and Data Center Infrastructure. These products and solutions are deployed worldwide, within Blue Chip Global Enterprises, Governments and Military and shock protected against damage. To cater to mainstream data center applications, the company introduced Cannon Data Campus, a proven, resilient and efficient pre-fabricated modular solution. The Cannon Data Campus is equipped with high-performance infrastructure, designed to achieve low power usage effectiveness with free cooling and up to tier-4 reliability. Overall, Cannon Technologies specializes in providing right-sized solutions that deliver best-in-class density per unit floor space, making it highly competitive with respect to price/ performance value. Its solutions are commendable for their low initial cost, optimal use of available site with virtually no wasted space, and easy and cost-effective power/ cooling density upgrades and space expansions.

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ONVIF’s Education, Conformance Campaign Updated NVIF® announces the release of a new web-based reporting tool for reporting false claims of ONVIF conformance, part of the organization’s ongoing proactive education and enforcement campaign designed to ensure that all claims of ONVIF conformance by manufacturers of IPbased physical security products are valid. The new conformance reporting tool allows both members and nonmembers to submit information directly to ONVIF regarding false con-

formance claims through the ONVIF website, www.onvif.org. The online reporting tool was developed in response to feedback from ONVIF members and from the industry at large. “The creation of ONVIF’s new online conformance reporting tool will enable anyone to easily share information with ONVIF on false claims of conformance,” said Stuart Rawling, ONVIF Communication Committee Chairman, “The integrity of the ONVIF brand must be preserved in order to have value, and this new avenue for

sharing information helps achieve that goal.” The online conformance reporting tool is part of ONVIF’s broader education and enforcement campaign, designed to protect the ONVIF brand and preemptively monitor ONVIF’s copyrights, trademarks and logos on an ongoing basis. Other components of the campaign include member and industry education, as well as easy access to the most up to date list of ONVIF conformant products and member companies on ONVIF’s website.

FotoNation® Partners with Socionext To provide game-changing capabilities for the surveillance, robotics and drone markets

otoNation® Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tessera Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ:TSRA) and the leading provider of computational imaging solutions for mobile devices and digital still cameras, and Socionext Inc., a new leader in advanced Systemon-Chip design technology, announce their close collaboration to bring nextgeneration computational imaging to the surveillance, robotics and drone markets. With the newest evolution of Socionext’s Milbeaut image processors, the M8M (MB86S27), the strategic partnership of Socionext and FotoNation is enhanced through Socionext's utilization of FotoNation’s latest gen-

eration Advanced Hardware for Image Processing (AHIP) system, a unique approach to computer vision and image processing. The latest generation of AHIP achieves outstanding video image stabilization, smart geometric correction for large field of view lenses, face detection and recognition, and tracking results that go beyond previous performance levels, and these features align to optimize the system requirements for cameras. Significant advances include: ● High-accuracy, high-speed face and eye detection. ● Next-generation facial recognition. ● Unparalleled ability to select multiple areas of interest and obtain December 2015

simultaneous, high quality, undistorted images and videos. ● Increased distance-to-subject performance. ● Increased detection angle precision. ● Wide-angle lens support. ● Native motion detection. “Socionext’s image processing capabilities make them the perfect partner to integrate these ground breaking technologies for the growing surveillance, robotic and drone camera markets,” said Petronel Bigioi, Senior Vice President and General Manager at FotoNation, “Working with Socionext to deploy our imaging technologies across various markets is one of our

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top priorities. We are confident that the unmatched performance of FotoNation’s AHIP, coupled with the outstanding performance and image quality of the Milbeaut architecture, will raise the bar for imaging solutions.” “By offering the best combination of low power and high performance for imaging chipsets, we are providing significant technological advances for the surveillance, robotic and drone markets,” said Mitsugu Naito, Corporate Vice President at Socionext, “FotoNation's passion, breakthroughs and proven track record of computer vision products were key ingredients in our decision to partner with them in these rapidly growing markets.” FotoNation is giving life to computational imaging by merging technology with emotion. With technology in

more than 60 percent of global highend smartphones, FotoNation develops technologies that serve the computational imaging space for handsets and cameras, as well as the automotive, surveillance, security, and augmented reality markets. They create, innovate and deliver the next generation of computational imaging algorithms and engineer new ways to reach the highest possible performance while keeping system requirements to a minimum. They have a long history of innovating and advancing the state of the art in image processing. More than a decade ago, they were the first to integrate a computational imaging solution in an embedded mobile device and today are still the unchallenged leader in computational photography and computer vision. Nearly 2 billion digital cameras

and smart devices are powered by the imaging technologies designed by the sharp minds and passionate hearts of FotoNation engineers. Socionext is a new, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and delivers System-on-Chip products to customers worldwide. The company is focused on imaging, networking and other dynamic technologies that drive today’s leading-edge applications. Socionext combines world-class expertise, experience, and an extensive IP portfolio to provide exceptional solutions and ensure a better quality of experience for customers. Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to lead its product development and sales activities.

Changing Market: How Swing Door Speed Gates Overtook other Speed Gate Types M

ass-transit facilities and office buildings have traditionally used tripod turnstiles, retractable-door and flap-speed gates, and optical turnstiles to control access at entrances; however, there is increasing adoption of swingdoor speed gates at these facilities. According to the latest IHS Market for pedestrian entrance control equipment report, the global market for swingdoor speed gates is expected to increase by a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11 percent to top $211 million in 2019. Swing door speed gates are expected to increase as a percentage of the global market through 2019,

when it will account for more than 57 percent of the market. The uptake in swing door speed gates can be attributed to three main factors: People have become more comfortable with gates that move away from them, as opposed to retractable doors or flaps that close inward as they pass through. With the larger size of retractable door and flap-speed gates, limited space and high throughput requirements of some buildings make it difficult to increase throughput. Design and aesthetics are also a ma-

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jor deciding factor, as decision makers want speed gates to integrate seamlessly within the overall design of their facilities. The ability of swing-door speed gates to remain relatively small, while incorporating custom lighting, colors, sizes and other features has resulted in increased sales, particularly in office buildings. Swing-door speed gates have also become more popular in mass-transit applications, due to the ability to customize door heights to ensure transit fairs are collected. The ability to install taller doors in regions where ‘fair jumping’ is more common has made swing-

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door speed gates an attractive option. Increasing sales of swing door speed gates in the office buildings sector can be attributed to several factors: First, threats to personnel and information have increased globally, resulting in a greater need for entrance control equipment at office buildings; second, similar to the mass transit sector, of-

fice buildings requiring higher security have begun to install swing-door speed gates with taller doors, to restrict access to sensitive areas; third, in buildings with limited lobby space, the slimmer design of swing door speed gates allows end-users to install additional lanes to increase throughput. The rise in swing door speed gates

is expected to continue, as end-users look to protect their personnel and information from outside threats. Manufactures that can provide efficient, customizable, and aesthetically appealing speed gates at a competitive price will be well positioned to take advantage of increased future adoption of these products.

Video Evidence Capture, Management and Storage System Microsoft Azure Government cloud storage now available for Panasonic Arbitrator body-worn and in-car video systems, representing a flexible, secured and reliable solution for video evidence management

anasonic System Communications Company of North America has announced that customers using Panasonic video evidence solutions can now take advantage of Microsoft Azure Government cloud storage. Along with Panasonic’s Arbitrator® BWC (bodyworn camera), Arbitrator® 360º HD incar video system and Unified Evidence Management System (UEMS), Azure Government makes it easier than ever for public sector agencies – including those in law enforcement, emergency response, homeland security, corrections and the military – to capture, manage and store high-quality video evidence in a cost-effective and flexible manner. As the first major hyperscale commercial infrastructure cloud platform contractually committed to meeting the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy for federal, state and local governments, Azure Government provides agencies with secured cloud storage designed to meet stringent government demands. It is a seamless complement

to the new Panasonic Arbitrator BWC, designed and built based on direct feedback from law enforcement organizations across the country. Featuring a lightweight design with flexible mounting options and an HD camera able to clearly capture video evidence in virtually any lighting condition, the Arbitrator BWC can be integrated with Panasonic’s Arbitrator 360° HD in-car video systems and Unified Evidence Management System, which provides a single, unified platform to easily and more securely manage all video evidence – including in-car, body-worn and fixed surveillance video. “Data storage concerns are a major barrier to wider adoption of mobile video evidence solutions – each camera can create up to 1 Gb of data for every hour of video shot, and must be kept secure for evidentiary use and retained indefinitely,” said Greg Peratt, Vice President, Panasonic System Communications Company of North America, “With Microsoft’s security-enhanced cloud storage solution paired with our bestDecember 2015

in-class camera hardware and evidence management offerings, public sector agencies now have available a scalable, flexible, cost-effective and comprehensive solution from two trusted providers to take advantage of the benefits of video evidence.” “Capturing, analyzing, and archiving video data is becoming more important than ever in the public sector, but harnessing this innovation should not come at the expense of security, flexibility and cost-effectiveness,” said Kirk Arthur, Managing Director, Worldwide Public Safety and Justice, Microsoft, “With thousands of law enforcement and other public sector organizations across the country depending on their technology every day to help keep their citizens safe, Panasonic is an ideal collaborator for our mission to modernize government’s approach to IT to be more responsive, productive, and effective.” Panasonic video evidence systems are compatible with on-premises, cloud, hybrid and other archival systems for video storage. With Azure

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Government, agencies can maintain security, control, and compliance requirements while using scalable cloud or hybrid solutions that can store sensitive data in an on-premises datacenter and less sensitive information

in the cloud. In addition to a contractual commitment to CJIS, Azure Government addresses physical and geographical security of data by offering storage in a private, security-enabled environment with datacenters con-

structed in areas designed to support business continuity scenarios. Further, Microsoft Azure Government is operated by U.S. citizens and adheres to a broader set of security and privacy policies to protect customer data.

HID Global and Omni-ID Announce Resolution of Patent Dispute ID Global® has announced that under the terms of a confidential settlement, the patent infringement litigation that Omni-ID had initiated against certain HID Global products has been amicably resolved. HID Global will continue to manufacture and sell its complete range of RFID products, including UHF on-metal tags in the U.S. and around the world, and now enjoys a worldwide license to the applicable patents.

“Notwithstanding the differing legal positions of the parties, we are satisfied with the business resolution reached with Omni-ID,” said Marc Bielmann, Vice President of Identification Technologies with HID Global, “With this resolution, HID Global will be able to continue to expand its UHF products range without limitation for the benefit of its customers.” “As a holder of patents relating to

certain on-metal/ near liquid RFID technologies, Omni-ID is pleased to provide access to our foundational technologies to the market,” said George E. Daddis, Jr. PhD, CEO of Omni-ID, “Our goal is to drive the enablement of RFID into our core Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) market and open the doors to driving further global adoption overall – this agreement represents another step in that direction.”

UK Security Exports on the Increase S

ecurity exporters from the British Security Industry Association’s Export Council have reported a further increase in the demand for British security products and services in 2015 from overseas buyers. In an annual survey conducted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), members of the Association’s Export Council – a dedicated forum for BSIA member companies who are focused on extending their business to overseas markets – report their experi-

ences of exporting in the past 12 months and their expectations for the coming year. In this year’s survey – which was launched during UKTI’s Export Week - respondents revealed that there continues to be a high demand for British security products and services, with 60% citing an increase in overseas business during 2015, and a further 30% stating that the level of business had remained the same. Further increases in overseas trade are expected for 2016, with a clear focus December 2015

on the Middle East as an important market for the UK’s security sector. 40% of respondents identified the Middle East as the single most important target mar-

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ket and 80% of respondents are looking to increase their level of business in this region. Over half of respondents attended Intersec Dubai in 2015, which reflects the clear importance that this region has for UK security exporters. “This annual survey has enabled us to build an accurate picture of emerging trends experienced by UK security exporters operating on a global scale,” comments Daren Wood, Membership and Export Services Manager at the BSIA. Daren continues: “The level of

overseas business for our Export Council members continues to increase year on year and in an increasingly global marketplace, we expect more and more UK-based companies to turn to overseas markets in the future.” Interestingly, 2015’s survey shows that for 40% of respondents, overseas distributors are the most important target vertical market, compared to previous years were critical national infrastructure, utilities and government have ranked highly. Daren adds: “The UK enjoys a posi-

tive international reputation when it comes to the provision of security products and services, in part due to the innovation which has become synonymous with the UK’s security industry. However, the outlook for 2016 remains positive; 100% of respondents expect their company’s export business to increase over the coming 12 months. Anecdotally, members of the Export Council cited that they expect the introduction of more IP based schemes and a healthy demand for integration and home automation.

Slash Resistant Combat Shirt F

ollowing a number of well documented edged weapon related assaults on homeland security professionals in many countries around the globe, PPSS Group have now launched the world’s first slash resistant combat shirt. UBAC (Under Body Armour Combat) shirts are usually being manufactured using a range of specialist materials, including lightweight, moisture wicking and breathable fabric, and are usually worn alongside the very latest in body armour systems, assault clothing and webbing. PPSS Group’s UBAC shirt is different. It is offering comfortable and truly

exceptional cut protection around the arm area, side of torso, neck and throat area, protecting four key arteries from laceration, subsequent rapid blood loss and potential subsequent death. Even whilst wearing the most modern type of bullet or stab resistant vests, the areas harbouring the extremely vulnerable radial artery, brachial artery, carotid artery, as well as axillary artery will remain exposed and vulnerable. Robert Kaiser, CEO of PPSS Group is keen to make clear why this product has been designed, “We are on the receiving end of several incident reports and rather graphic images, highlighting some of the most severe cut and slash injuries I have seen in my professional career. The fact that most of these professionals wear an ultra-modern body armour has not made any difference to the severity of these injuries.” This new slash resistant UBAC shirt is ideal for law enforcement professionals, SWAT teams, prison and security December 2015

officers, as well as civil enforcement officers operating within a higher risk environment. Its features include two upper arm pockets (for small notepad and pens) with velcro for rank patches, blood patches or other attachments, as well as thumb loops to keep the sleeves in place. “Body armour can offer effective ballistic or edged weapon protection, but they do not provide any protection to the key arteries, and we know that the cutting or slashing of any of these arteries can lead to rapid blood loss and death within an extremely short period of time. The chance of survival in many cases can be zero,” added Robert, “If you are a homeland security professional wearing body armour then you have either established a certain risk or you are at least aware of a certain risk. I don’t believe that risk is limited to the torso only.” All slash resistant garments made by PPSS Group are being manufactured in the EU in an ISO 9001:2015 quality controlled environment and are made

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out of their very own high performance cut resistant fabric Cut-Tex® PRO. This fabric has been tested against all key European, American and International

fabric standards. Recent changes within health and safety regulation and the potential legal consequences of not complying with

these strict guidelines have recently led to an increasing demand for such type of PPE from homeland security agencies around the world.

Raytec Launch Industry’s First Lighting for Surveillance Standard R

aytec presents the industry’s first ever Lighting Standard for Video Surveillance Applications ‘POWERS.’ It is designed to enable consultants, installers and end-users to more easily specify and compare the performance of different illuminators. Historically, there has been no standard way to specify and compare different lighting products designed for video surveillance and their performance claims – particularly infra-red lighting. This ultimately causes confusion and potential disappointment for customers. Lighting manufacturers currently publish very limited information – in the majority of cases they merely quote a maximum lighting performance distance. With the absence of standardisation, one manufacturer could claim a significantly different performance distance when compared to another manufacturer for a product that delivers exactly the same output. Security professionals are, therefore, unable to safely rely on the lighting performance claims of the manufacturer. Calculating accurate lighting distances should be based around achieving a standardised level of light power on scene at your required distance – which in turn helps to ensure a standardised

quality of image every time. But what is classed as acceptable light power on scene and what technique has been used to measure and calculate this? Distance is only one area of lighting performance to consider. Determining angle output is another vitally important area which is currently left open to wildly different interpretation by manufacturers. In addition, there are other criteria to consider which all affect the true performance and overall ‘cost’ of your illuminator. These include flexibility and adaptability, integration capability, consumption, environmental impact, reliability, lifetime, warranty, customer support and lighting partner credentials. After facing this challenge almost daily for the last 25 years, the directors at Raytec took the initiative to launch the first ever Lighting Standard for Video Surveillance Applications – ‘POWERS’ which addresses all of the above issues and more. Tony Whiting, Raytec’s Managing Director (joint) and one of the pioneers of the POWERS standard shares his thoughts on its launch, “We are delighted to be the first manufacturer to tackle this head on by publishing an easy to use guide which outlines key criteria for you to consider when choosing and comparDecember 2015

ing any lighting product and partner. The standard provides security professionals with an understanding as to how their chosen lighting product will perform and sets a lighting quality benchmark to help customers make an informed choice.” Industries such as the traditional white-light industry (street lighting/ urban/ commercial lighting etc) have long established standard testing methods which all manufacturers adhere to, meaning that all illuminators can be accurately compared. Raytec have invited all the major lighting manufacturers to play an active role in helping to formulate this new standard and are delighted to advise that they have generally agreed with the proposed POWERS standard. Hopefully, in time, all reputable manufacturers will commit to measuring their lighting performance in accordance with the standard and publish the proposed information so that customers can have consistent and reliable information on which to base their choices. Tony goes on to say, “We can also guarantee that at Raytec we are working hard to ensure that the standard becomes widely adopted and used for the benefit of everyone across the industry.”

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NEW from ANTRICA: Spot Monitor Decoder ~ ONVIF Network Cameras

Monitors 1-100 IP cameras with remote control App for Android and iPhone he ANT-36000 video decoder is a fully compliant ONVIF decoder capable of decoding RTSP MPEG-TS & RTMP streams. Up to 100 cameras can be pre-programmed for decoding/ displaying in sequence or via remote control. Full HD 1920x1080 at 60 frames per second makes the ANT-36000 the highest performance ONVIF standalone decoder available. Remote control of 100 decode channels is available via a free App or http API. The ANT-36000 can decode streams from Axis, Bosch, IndigoVision, Sony and many other network cameras or encoders. Equally capable of being used to decode broadcast MPEGTS H.264 streams or RTMP live streams. HDMI video output is supported for TVs and Monitors whilst 3G-HD-SDI is used for broadcast monitors and links. The other video output is composite video which is scaled to PAL/NTSC, and can

be used to record the IP network stream to an analogue DVR. Additionally using an Antrica Encoder (ANT-35000) connected to a PC running a VMS like Milestone, the ANT36000 Decoder can be used as a remote spot monitor for the VMS as well. An ONVIF PTZ camera can be controlled by connecting an RS485 PTZ controller to the ANT-36000. Two way audio is supported as either G711 or AAC high quality audio. The ANT-36000 is powered by 12 volts or PoE and consumes only 4 watts. A watchdog timer will allow the ANT-36000 to reboot to operating mode in any event unlike a PC running a VMS for example. Housed in a small case 120mmx120mmx30mm the ANT-36000 is ideal for use as standalone decoder where no operator control is required.

Amthal Serves up Security for Hawksmoor Restaurants

Amthal is working with Hawksmoor through an ambitious growth plan throughout the UK, providing fire and security services for all new and inherited buildings awksmoor, a British steakhouse and cocktail bar, which has been described as ‘flawless’ by The Times restaurant critic Giles Coren, and one of the best restaurant groups in the country by Tom Parker Bowles, is on the cusp of opening its tenth restaurant in quick succession.

G r ow ing with the company is Amthal Fire & Security; always ready to design, deliver and install security solutions including smart CCTV systems alongside all fire alarms for the ultimate safety of staff and customers. Independently owned, Amthal Fire & Security is dedicated to satisfying end user needs for security and safety, and convenience offering design, installation, service and remote monitoring of advanced electronic fire & security solutions, including intruder, fire, access and CCTV systems. Amthal Fire & Security is accredited by the Security Systems and Alarm Inspection Board (SSAIB) United Kingdom Accreditation Services (UKAS) and British Approvals for Fire Equipment (BAFE).

COP Security Doubles its 4K SMART TV Competition Prizes!

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Due to a massive response to the company’s current HDCVI Guide free prize draw competition, COP Security, the professional trade only CCTV security products distributor, decided to release an additional high

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value prize ~ mid way through the competition period he lucky winner of an additional 4K SMART TV prize was drawn by a visiting trade counter customer, Reece of Digital Security & Surveillance Limited, who drew the entry of Vernon Fletcher, Director of AM 2 PM Security Systems Ltd out of the hat.

eneo Supports its IP Product Portfolio with a Purpose-Designed, Network Component Range

eneo, the German CCTV manufacturer, is pleased to announce the launch of its new network component range esigned to complement the eneo IP video product portfolio, the range comprises managed PoE switches, media converters, PoE injectors and PoE extenders, and is ideal for completing any IP CCTV deployment. Martin Morris, eneo Business Development Manager, UK & Ireland, explains the range: “The eneo managed PoE Switches have 8 or 16 fast Ethernet ports (EPS-1008/1016) providing 30 watts per channel, with a 130w and 250w budget, respectively. They offer web browser and GUI management of useful CCTV features, including VLAN

Promoting the many performance benefits to be gained by switching to Dahua’s HDCVI (High Definition Composite Video Interface) technology, the new guide steers readers new to this technology through how to upgrade to a high-definition system. The guide contains comprehensive and simple explanations of the cost, performance, features and benefits of upgrading from analogue to HDCVI ~ plus cost and performance comparisons with analogue and IP systems. James Bentley, Product Manager at COP Security says: “Benefiting from the HD advantage has never been easier. The new HDCVI Guide is available to download free-of-charge via the COP Security website, where visitors can also enter the competition to win a 4K smart TV ~ so the lucky winner will experience the benefits of the best possible screen definition at home too!”

configuration, LACP port and link aggregation and PoE usage. Both options are 19” rack mountable. The eneo Media Converter range includes an Ethernet over coaxial cable (EVX-900B) option and an Ethernet over unshielded twisted pair or telephone cable (EVX-900R) option. Both options are suitable for long cable runs of up to 1000m to the camera. The eneo PoE Injector (ENI-900P) December 2015

provides a 30w power and gigabit Ethernet data connection for IP surveillance cameras at distances of up to 100m. The PoE Extender (ENX-900P) adds power and data every 100m, with the potential to have up to four repeaters per run.”

Shard Owners Ramp Up Security After Greenpeace Stunt

Specialist CCTV with intruder detection systems were installed at the tallest building in the European Union after protesters climbed to the summit ix Greenpeace activists, all of them women, scaled the iconic Shardin London and unfurled a flag with ‘Save the Arctic’ on it to protest against plans to drill in the Arctic by the oil company Shell. The Prime Minister of Qatar, Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, inaugurated the 95-storey 310m building on 6 July 2012 in a ceremony attended by HRH Prince Andrew, Duke of York. The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, officially opened the View from the Shard viewing platform on 1 February 2013. But following the Greenpeace stunt on 11 July 2013, the management company for the owners Sellar Property Group and the State of Qatar decided to enhance the security system with the latest state of the art CCTV.

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They appointed installer Unique Security, and together evaluated leading products on the market. SharpView from EyeLynx was selected on the basis of performance, quality and its focus on reliability. EyeLynx’s rapid deployment system, Pharos, was installed together with wireless PIRs from Luminite to further secure the perimeter and the main escalators to London Bridge station. Facing continued problems with the installed Lenel product for the main CCTV, Zaun Group company EyeLynx provided a back up SharpView NVR for critical cameras in time for a Royal visit from Her Majesty the Queen and HRH Prince Phillip in November 2013. This unit worked seamlessly with the installed Pharos cameras using EyeLynx’s SharpView VMS and demonstrated to the management team how the security could be drastically improved by recording in High Definition quality and retaining video for at least 30 days for all the building’s CCTV cameras. The complete CCTV system was subsequently changed over to SharpView in January 2014, with over 200 cameras recording to ten SharpView Corporate NVRs incorporating over 200TB of storage, while four SharpView Manager Workstations allow the security team to manage and control the entire security system, on desktop monitors and a 16ft video wall in the control room.

Grundig Takes Tough, New Fisheye Dome Outdoors

Grundig’s new, rugged, outdoor fisheye dome camera, GCI-M1566F, uses a die-cast, aluminum body and polycarbonate, optical lower dome to achieve IK10 vandal-resistance and IP66 environmental ratings he GCI-M1566F benefits from an exceptional night-time, IR illumination range of 7m using four, built-in, high power LEDs. Separate audio input and output jack sockets not only allow verbal communication with a site but also enable an audio alarm triggered by noise. This and further alarm event triggers, such as motion, tamper, audio detection and network failure, all activate recording, either remotely or on the camera’s built-in micro SD memory card. A handy time-lapse option also enables single frame recording at between 1 and 60 minute intervals. The outdoor fisheye dome uses a 6.0 MP (3072x2048 pixels), 1/1.8” Sony progressive scan CMOS sensor with Ambarella S2 digital signal processor. Fisheye, panoramic settings offer 360° and 180° field of views, and options of either back-end or front-end de-warping. Frontend de-warping produces a 4MP stream

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with a 360° field of view, presented as an elliptical image, with an additional 2MP quad image where each image can be adjusted and zoomed individually. This is designed for using with VMS and NVR solutions, which do not have their own de-warp functionality. Back-end dewarping provides integrated VMS and NVR solutions, with a 6MP, 360° stream and up to 4 further streams. The fisheye camera has true day/ night functionality, with removable IRcut filter (ICR), so is ideal for use in dark and poorly lit, outdoor areas. It is powered by 12vDC or PoE, using just 10 watts with its LEDs running. It can be set up by web browser, allowing up to 20 simultaneous clients. Further functionality includes up to 5 privacy zones, WDR and ATW. At just 42.7mm deep and 117mm in diameter it is both compact and inconspicuous in almost any application.

Redvision’s Radar Controlled Rugged Dome uses Ogier Electronics Technology

Redvision has joined forces with Ogier Electronics to produce a radar controlled, X-SERIES™ rugged dome gier Electronics makes the Scan360 plug and play radar unit, which is used to control Redvision’s IPbased and analogue rugged domes. The combination can operate as a standalone, automatic PTZ camera system or may be integrated with leading VMS solutions, via a built-in RS485 data port. The Scan-360 system will learn its environment and can be programmed

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with up to 36 detection areas, allowing zones of ‘no interest’ to be ignored. It alerts the VMS to every intruder, tracking the first or largest one. It is low cost; compact at just 310x250mm; easy to install; simple to configure; and is calibrated against an object positioned at 150m away with a simple button click. Ogier Electronics has over 20 years’ high frequency Microwave, radar design experience.

Security Buying Group adds Digifort to its VMS and Analytics Portfolio

The Security Buying Group (SBG) has added the Digifort, open platform VMS and analytics solution to its integrated IP systems portfolio igifort offers end users and installers a cost-effective, intuitive VMS and analytics solution with incredible functionality and scalability. It is available in four license types, Explorer (up to 16 cameras), Standard (up to 32 cameras), Professional (up to 64 cameras) and Enterprise (any number of cameras and sites). Digifort offers a broad range of video analytic functions including ANPR, traffic management (speed filter), ob-

ject tracking, loitering, virtual fence, missing object, abandoned object, face detection, vehicle counting and people counting. Analytics can be used to create research and reporting data. All training courses are available on-line, keeping costs and time commitment down to a minimum.

VCA Launches ‘Intelligent’ Public View Monitor

VCA, the retail analytics specialist, has introduced a new generation Public View monitor designed to help retailers achieve so much more than just deter would be thieves CA has packed its Intelligent Public View Monitor (IPVM) with a long list of impressive features, which offer tangible benefits to retail marketing executives, as well as loss prevention managers. Face Detection: The IPVM takes advantage of high definition camera technology, supported by facial detection software, to record the faces of everyone entering a store. The face images captured by the built-in Full HD camera which is discretely located within the IPVM’s housing, can be used to verify where individuals have been within the store. Business Intelligence: VCA refers to the IPVM as being ‘intelligent’ because the camera incorporates its highly acclaimed analytics technology. With its people counting and tracking capabilities, the analytics can be utilised to pro-

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