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TOA Electronics releases NetCanSee IP-Network Security System
posted on 17/06/2008

TOA Electronics, Inc. has announced the release of the new NetCanSee IP-Network Security System. NetCanSee is a complete security system, consisting of several components working together to provide advanced video, audio and control solutions to the user. NetCanSee offers the option of hardware or PC-based recording with Software Decoders (N-SD2000 & N-SD0160) that allows camera images to be monitored through a PC without the use of a receiver. The NetCanSee product line offers two advanced cameras: the Network Color Camera (N-CC2360) featuring a built-in condenser microphone for high-quality audio and video capabilities; and the Network Combination Dome Camera (N-CC2564), capable of monitoring high-speed PTZ movements. Both the NetCanSee Network Video Receiver (N-VR2010) and the Network Video Transmitter (N-VT2010) are PoE (Power over Ethernet) compatible. The Network Video Recorder (N-DR2000) can record images from up to 16 network video transmitters and can display up to 8 ... [more]

VeriEye iris recognition technology detects partial obstructions, irregularities and deformations in the iris shape
posted on 16/06/2008

No two irises are exactly alike, and although they may appear to be round, no iris is perfectly circular. Neurotechnology has announced the addition of VeriEye iris recognition technology to the company's suite of biometric identification algorithms and software development products. VeriEye SDK features an advanced iris recognition algorithm that rapidly detects and compensates for partial obstructions, irregularities and deformations in the iris shape - even when the eyes are gazing away. This provides a high degree of accuracy that makes VeriEye suitable for use in a wide range of applications for security, access control, time and attendance and other systems that require fast and reliable identification. Unlike some iris identification systems that approximate the iris shape as a circle, Neurotechnology's new iris segmentation algorithm can detect the boundaries of irises that are not perfectly circular, are partly occluded by eyelids or eyelashes or deformed in shape because th... [more]

FORTIS system installed at municipal command and control systems in several Israeli cities
posted on 13/06/2008

Magal Security Systems, Ltd. has announced that it has signed contracts for the installation of municipal command and control systems in several Israeli cities, including Netanya and Bat Yam, based on its FORTIS system that was modified for this purpose. In addition, Magal received another order for installation of a Fortis system that will be used to protect water reservoirs in Ramat Gan. The total amount of these orders is approximately US$ 1.5 million, to be completed by the end of 2008. The modified FORTIS system will integrate command and control of the entire security infrastructure of the cities, protecting the citizens, their public areas, parks, educational and industrial facilities, and water reservoirs from acts of vandalism, burglary and sabotage, while at the same time, increasing the sense of security of the residents in those communities. The modified FORTIS system provides the control-centers of these municipalities with a unique graphical command tool, which updates... [more]

Custom Consoles desks for CCTV control room at Portsmouth naval base
posted on 12/06/2008

Custom Consoles announces the installation of two M Desk-Technical desks in a CCTV control room used for supervising traffic management and general safety at Portsmouth naval base Largest of the desks is a 7 x 3.5 metre unit in approximately E-plan, viewed from above, accommodating two forward-facing staff along the middle row and three forward-facing operators along the rear. The front row is a 1.5 metre wide x 740 mm high storage area located beneath two 42 inch video monitor panels and ten 20 inch LCD monitors. The second desk is a 3.5 metre width inline design seating two forward-facing supervisors. Each operator has three computers which are housed in storage cupboards along the left-hand wall. Additional storage in the form of a 3.5 metre wide six-door unit is located at rear. Both desks and storage units are finished in maple. The entire installation was completed within five weeks of order. Built to fit the space available, M Desk-Technical furniture is configured from a nu... [more]

Axis network cameras provide city-wide monitoring and surveillance for Colorado city
posted on 12/06/2008

Axis Communications has announced that the City of Longmont, Colorado, is using its network cameras to provide city-wide monitoring and surveillance. Volpe Industries, an Axis channel partner, designed, developed and configured the complete security system using the AXIS 211A, AXIS 214 PTZ, and AXIS 216FD Network Cameras and its own Eagle Eye DETEXI software. “Longmont wanted a system that could expand with their needs” said Christopher Volpe, president of Volpe Industries. “We started with its water treatment plant a few years ago. Once online, the central IT department realized that multiple NVR’s could be deployed and tied together. The beauty of our Eagle Eye DETEXI NVR coupled with the Axis network cameras is any of the video may be accessed from anywhere within the city, from any authorized personnel with minimal impact on their available bandwidth across their WAN.” "Since our surveillance and safety system has been up and running, Longmont residents feel more secure knowing... [more]

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