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Axis Communications New Product Guide Available

Wes — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:00:59 +0000

Axis Communications has recently released an updated product guide that lists all Axis network video products in complete detail and acts as great source for finding details on specific Axis network video products. The layout of the Axis Product Guide includes product descriptions, product features and product comparisons. The guide also provides useful information as to what network video surveillance is in relation to Axis network video products and elaborates on the many benefits available with network video surveillance products. The Axis Product Guide is currently available in English but the guide will be available in additional languages in the near future. The Axis Product Guide is available now at the Axis Communications website.

Axis Product Guide – PDF Format – English Language

Products and information found in the Axis Product Guide include:

Axis Network Camera Devices
Axis Video Encoder Devices
Axis Video Decoder Devices
Axis Video Management Application Software
Axis Network Video Hardware Accessories
Axis Product Bundles and Product Kits
Axis Technical Corner

Source: Axis Newsletter

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Vivotek – Events 2010

Wes — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 01:40:11 +0000

Vivotek recently released a press release via their company website listing all of the industry events that they will be participating in throughout 2010. Vivotek has listed 8 separate events which are intended to showcase the latest technology found within the security and video surveillance industries. Vivotek will be showcasing the latest IP network video surveillance product offerings including Vivotek IP camera and video server devices. In addition to listing the dates and locations of these specific events that they will be present at, Vivotek has also provided links to each event’s website and the ability to synchronize these important dates to a calendar or cell phone.

Vivotek will be participating in the following events throughout 2010:

TecSec Solutions 2010	02/01~02/02	Florida, USA
ISC West 2010	03/24~03/26	Las Vegas, USA
MIPS 2010	04/19~04/22	Moscow, Russia
Secu Tech Expo 2010	04/21~04/23	Taipei, Taiwan
IFSEC 2010	05/10~05/13	Birmingham, UK
EXPOSEC 2010	05/25~05/27	Sao Paulo, Brazil
Security Essen 2010	10/05~10/08	Essen, Germany
Security China 2010	11/02~11/05	Beijing, China

Source: Events – 2010

Axis Cross Line Detection

Wes — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:20:36 +0000

Axis Communications will be releasing a new application entitled Axis Cross Line Detection which acts as a trip-wire application for installation on Axis network cameras and video encoders. The Cross Line Detection application is designed for most indoor or outdoor applications and may operate in variable lighting conditions. The Cross Line Detection application is best suited for general purpose monitoring of entrance or exit points in low traffic areas and will detect moving objects such as persons or vehicles that cross the defined virtual line. The line is not limited to requiring that it be straight and may be created in an angular fashion if required. Be sure to check out more the Axis Cross Line Detection application on the Axis Communications website. The Axis Cross Line Detection application is planned for release within the month of December.

Source: Axis Communications

ACTi TCD-2500 H.264 Video Server Now Available!

Wes — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:00:09 +0000

The TCD-2500 single channel video server featuring H.264 video compression technology is now available from ACTi. By utilizing H.264, network bandwidth requirements are greatly reduced in comparison to MPEG4 or MJPEG video compression set with similar configuration settings. The TCD-2500 is actually a triple codec video server and will allow for a single analog video stream to be connected for conversion into a MPEG4, MJPEG or H.264 digital streams with up to two simultaneous (dual stream) video streams supported. Video resolution can be configured from CIF up to Full D1 resolution at 30 frames per second. Other included features of the TCD-2500 are support for Two-Way audio communication, Wide Dynamic Range support and a video loop through output for passing an analog video feed through the video server for connection to an analog display.

ACTI TCD-2500 H.264 1-Ch Video Server

H.264 / MPEG-4 / MJPEG triple codec with two simultaneous streams

CIF up to Full D1 resolution at 30/25 FPS

Hardware motion detection

Two-way audio supported

Wide dynamic range

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New ACTi Firmware Released!

Wes — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:10:10 +0000

ACTi has recently released new firmware for the ACD-2000Q and for ACTi IP cameras. Both the A1D-220-V3.11.11-AC and A4Q-220-V3.03.02-AC firmware releases are available for download now of the ACTi website. Please visit the ACTi website for more details on these latest firmware releases.

Key Features of the new firmware:

Firmware Version: A1D-220-V3.11.11-AC
Product Supported: All IP Cameras and Video Servers in MPEG-4 / MJPEG Platform. Please click here for reference.
New Features:
(1) Faster response time on ACM8511, ACM8211
(2) Add event handlers
(3) Using URLs to get the video/audio streams and control message
(4) Upload audio data through URL
(5) RTP over HTTP
(6) UPnP (URL Only)

Firmware Version: A4Q-220-V3.03.02-AC
Product Supported: ACD-2000Q
New Features: Added DHCP by Hostname Function.

Source: New Firmware A1D-V3.11.11 & A4Q-V3.03.02 for IP Cameras and Video Servers

Did you know? – Axis Technical Guide to Network Video

Wes — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:09:05 +0000

Did you know that Axis Communications, the leader in providing IP network video surveillance camera and video encoders, has a technical guide designed to help you setup your own network video surveillance installation? Available for free on the Axis Communications website the Axis Technical Guide to Network Video is designed to provide you with the knowledge you need when designing an IP network video surveillance application. The 96 page technical guide will walk you through key factors that must be consider in preparation for installation including performance, interoperability, scalability, flexibility and the ability to future-proof the installation. The Axis Technical Guide to Network Video and more details can be found on the Axis Communications website.

Axis Communications – Axis Technical Guide to Network Video

Source: Axis Communications Newsletter

Vivotek VS8102 H.264 Video Server Available Now!

Wes — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:51 +0000

Vivotek has recently released a new single channel video server (video encoder) that provides a complete package of features not found in most other video server products. The Vivotek VS8102 is a triple codec video server with support for MPEG4, MJPEG and H.264 video compression technologies. The triple codec capabilities of the VS8102 allows for multiple video streams to be configured for simultaneous viewing. This allows operators to configure a high quality video stream dedicated to monitoring or recording while still allowing for a video stream using a reduced amount of bandwidth for remote or mobile surveillance. However, bandwidth usage is no longer the issue it once was with standard MPEG4 or MJEPG video servers. With the inclusion of H.264 video compression, bandwidth usage is drastically reduced in comparison to the bandwidth required with MPEG4 or MJPEG video streams at similar settings.

The VS8102 also includes support for PoE which will allow the video server to receive power on the same Ethernet cable line that video propagates through. The inclusion of PoE can help to greatly reduce installation costs by eliminating the need for power socket or power line installation. Other features included with the VS8102 are Two-Way audio support for bidirectional audio capabilities, a built-in SD/SDHC card slot for onboard storage and a RS-485 serial port allowing for Pan/Tilt devices to be connected and operated. Rounding off all of the features and capabilities of the VS8102 is the inclusion of the Vivotek ST7501 32 channel network video monitoring and recording software which allows for either local or remote camera management. The Vivotek VS8102 H.264 single channel video server is available now for purchase.

Vivotek VS8102 Product Features:

MPEG4, MJPEG and H.264 Video Compression
Built-in SD/SDHC Card Slot On-board Storage
802.3af PoE Support
Two-Way Audio Support
RS-485 Port for Pan/Tilt and Scanner Device Connectivity
3GPP Mobile Surveillance Support
Includes 32 Channel Recording Software

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New Vivotek Products Now Available

Wes — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:53:57 +0000

Three new Vivotek IP network video surveillance products are now available including two IP cameras and one video server. Both the IP7361 and IP8161 IP cameras from Vivotek include a 2.0 megapixel CMOS image sensor and feature Day/Night capabilities. The IP8161 expands on these features by also including support for H.264 video compression technology. Vivotek’s latest video server, the VS8102 also includes H.264 video compression technology making it one of the few video server products available today to support this latest compression technology. All three of these newly released products feature 3GPP mobile surveillance support, include 32 channel network video surveillance software and allow for PoE (Power over Ethernet) support. These products show that Vivotek is dedicated to providing full featured IP network video surveillance products that are on par or in many cases exceed what the competition is offering.

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Remote Surveillance – What Do I Need To Do?

Wes — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:30:55 +0000

One of the many benefits of IP network video surveillance is the ability to not only monitor local to the site of the surveillance installation but to also be able to monitor remotely using the Internet. Now with the addition of mobiles surveillance support on many IP cameras and video servers, remote surveillance is now even more accessible. An introductory guide to Remote Surveillance Configuration has recently been released on the Network Camera Store website. Here is an excerpt:

One of the advantages of using an IP based surveillance system is the ease of access that can be granted to authorized users of the surveillance network. Not only can an IP camera be browsed to locally within a local network but there is also potential to be able to view an IP camera remotely via the Internet as well. Remote access is not just limited to IP cameras however. IP video encoders (video servers), Network Video Recorders (NVRs) and IP network video surveillance software also all have the potential to be accessed remotely using the Internet. Such capabilities allow for the potential of increased security by having the ability to not only monitor while onsite at the camera’s location but by also adding the ability to monitor the location remotely.

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Also, a video which was posted on YouTube have been included. This video shows how to accomplish Port Forwarding and should be helpful when used as a guide for when you need to enable remote access to IP cameras, video servers or network video surveillance software applications on your surveillance network. The video goes through configuration and basic port forwarding for a Vivotek PZ6114 wireless IP camera on a D-Link router.

Port Forwarding for Surveillance and CCTV Cameras and DVRs

Source: apexcctv – YouTube

Did You Know? – Mobile Surveillance

Wes — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:00:54 +0000

Did you know that many IP network camera and video server (video encoder) manufacturers are staring to include 3GPP mobile surveillance support? With the inclusion of 3GPP mobile support an IP camera or video server can easily be accessed on the go right on your 3G or Smart Phone cell phone. This adds another level of security and allows for more convenient access to your IP video surveillance network. Mobile surveillance capabilities also extend to network video surveillance software applications. Many network surveillance software developers are adding mobile functionality to their software platforms or are creating simplified applications that can be installed on a 3G or Smart Phone cell phone.

Interested in learning more?

Read the following article posted on Network Camera Store

Mobile Surveillance – Network Video on Your Cell Phone

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