Products

Alarms
9x5x update
Cooper Security has announced major upgrades to the 9751, 9752 and 9851 control panels. The popular 9x5x range has become more versatile, easier to install and more cost-effective to maintain.

Each panel in the range now has two new eight and 16 channel Class VI 868MHz radio expanders which use Scantronic's AE2 dual diversity technology, guaranteed to select the strongest radio signal, not just the nearest. Transmitter power has been increased from 1mW to 10.

All the systems are ACPO and DD243 compliant, with ScanProx proximity modules and two tags supplied as standard. There is a new version of Windows-based downloader software to improve remote diagnostics and save on costly maintenance visits, and a common software platform and programming to make installation even easier.
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For boat owners
Burnside Telecom has developed an innovative communications solution which aims to offer a new level of security to boat owners and charterers. The Burnside Desktop Mobile uses SMS text messages to monitor, control and track any boat within GSM/GPRS network coverage.

Burnside says specialist marine alarm systems can be prohibitively expensive, whereas other large systems often lack functionality. Burnside's unit costs £395 to provide an affordable and effective alarm, control and tracking system.

It runs off 9 – 30v DC, draws just 40mA while on standby and can be plugged straight into the boat's electrics.
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Multitude of benefits
Cooper Security has launched a sophisticated and stylish addition to its speech dialler range – the Menvier SD2. Its versatility means it can be used in a variety of applications such as for monitoring electrical equipment, as a warning system and as an alarm verification tool when used in conjunction with a control panel.

"The SD2 has a multitude of benefits for both the installer and the customer," said Product Manager Steve Holland.

"For installers it is unfailingly reliable, has a sophisticated audit trail and is easy to programme and install. As far as the customer is concerned, not only does the SD2 look appealing with its blue LCD, it also offers a useful remote access facility, enabling customers to listen and talk to their premises via an integral microphone and loudspeaker."

The SD2 also has two programmable outputs which can be linked to home automation equipment. On activation, the SD2 can contact up to ten telephone numbers.
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CCTV
For remote properties
Remote video surveillance specialists TeleEye Group has launched two four-channel all-in-one video and audio dialup CCTV transmitters, the DT-103P and DT-103D, running on PSTN and ISDN respectively.

TeleEye Dialup CCTV transmitters are suitable for surveillance and alarm verification of remote properties. The compact design (120mm x 109 x 42) allows easy installation and rapid deployment. With built-in modem and audio design, the system can be fitted into almost any environment. Fast image update rate up to 10 fps at 33.6kps can be achieved. TeleEye Dialup CCTV transmitters allow accurate alarm verification of remote site activities. The system can handle and verify alarm events by dialling back to the control centre, recording video and alerting security personnel automatically.

Its remote public addressing function allows instant intruder control by broadcasting a warning message to deter illegal activity.

Other features include four video and alarm inputs, resolution up to 640 x 480 pixels, auto dialup on alarm event, pre and post-alarm video recording and remote telemetry control.
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Fast installation
Honeywell Security is launching Domonial, a high performance wireless intruder alarm system for residential applications.

   The Domonial is a flexible 20-zone control panel which is quick and easy to install. It is a completely wireless system and full installation can be completed in less than two hours. The only cable requirement is used for mains power supply or PSTN.

Domonial has been designed with a built-in modem to enable remote diagnostics, programming and maintenance. If alarm activation occurs, the Domonial transmits a signal to the ARC or monitoring station by PSTN, GSM or SMS.

Domonial is available with two keypad options – with or without LCD.

It also operates with up to four keyfobs as well as up to four wireless internal and external sirens or wireless relays. The system allows up to ten users.

Wireless peripherals include glass break detectors, PIRs with a 10m range (pet immune model also available), magnetic contacts for doors and windows and a smoke detector.

The Domonial is pictured above.
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World first?
Mobotix is claiming a world first: a weatherproof 'megapixel' IP/ISDN camera equipped with two image sensors and two lenses. The M10-Day/Night camera's new Megapixel sensor (1280 x 960) is said to be a huge leap compared to the proven colour quality of all Mobotix cameras to date and features a light sensitivity ten times higher than the present models.

Depending on the illumination of the scene, the camera uses either the colour image sensor with daylight lens or the black and white image sensor with infrared lens to record images. This dual sensor system provides for 'excellent' colours during the day and high-quality images of dark scenes.

At half the image rate, both sensor images can be processed in parallel and can be displayed either side-by-side or picture-in-picture. In static scenes, the colour image sensor's night vision mode allows for exposure times of one second without perceivable image noise. This will deliver high-quality colour images even in the dark.

The camera automatically adapts to difficult backlight situations. Since the camera has two lenses – one for daylight and one for night – and they can be focused separately, expensive IR-corrected lenses are not needed.
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Ultimate protection
Pelco's Pressurised Spectra III is an easy to install dome camera system that can be sealed and pressurised prior to installation on site. It is said to offer the ultimate protection of the camera, lens and electrical components from harsh environmental conditions, including moisture, corrosive gases and airborne contaminants, while providing all the powerful features of the Spectra line.

Strategically-placed sensors send an alert message if changes in internal pressure, temperature or dew point exceed factory-set acceptable limits.
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FLIP for success
American Fibertek's Fiber Link Instal-lation Packs are packaged to provide installers with a fast and easy way to select and install fiber systems.

   FLIPs are available in several different product configurations with a range of components most commonly used for basic fiber system applications.

Each FLIP contains a mated transmitter and receiver. Simply select the FLIP with the transmission features and performance parameters that best meet your application.
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Well caught!
NEC's 60SmartCatch Vision is real time Video Intelligence Software that detects, tracks and identifies active and static objects within video streams. SmartCatch is being used at San Francisco International Airport and NEC is talking to transport authori-ties throughout the UK with a view to getting the technology installed.

SmartCatch Vision enables a user to quickly identify areas of interest and define suspicious objects and be-haviours.

For example, the user can specify that objects entering a region of interest should trigger a warning alert, relieving the human burden of continually watching that area.

Examples of user-configured events that can be detected and tracked by the system include:

• Unattended baggage
  
• Unidentified person bypassing a security gate
  
• Unidentified person in an unauthorised area
  
• Unattended vehicles
  
• Unidentified person entering a restricted area and leaving an object behind
  
• Unidentified person disappearing behind parked cars for a specific period of time
  
• A person or vehicle moving against normal traffic patterns.

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Identifying vehicles
Telindus-owned CellStack Systems – providers of networked CCTV to the transportation market – has added Automatic Number Plate Recognition to its portfolio.

Talon ANPR, produced by Appian, provides rapid identification of vehicles 24 hours a day, in all weather conditions.

The product identifies and recognises number plate information with scope for integration into databases of number plates.

ANPR has now been integrated with the CellStack Vision software, part of the CellStack Integration Suite. The digital quality video data is then fed from Vision into the Appian Talon ANPR product.

Commercial applications for this technology include car park management, estate management and journey time analysis. In all applications, each recognised vehicle has a time/date and location number associated with it, together with an associated image. The networking capability of the system allows comprehensive database traffic movement to be created and maintained.
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Entry-level IP
Axis Communications has introduced two small-sized network cameras intended for entry-level use. The Axis 206W connects wirelessly to the internet and the Axis 206M offers megapixel resolution.

Both use superior quality CMOS sensors in combination with Axis' own image processing technology creating image quality comparable with CCD-based cameras, but at a lower cost.

The 206M is described as the smallest megapixel network camera available today. It offers resolutions of up to 1280 x 1024 pixels and is suitable for monitoring busy retail outlets, offices or homes.

The 206W is the first wireless network camera from Axis. It offers resolutions of up to 640 x 480 pixels with a frame rate of up to 30 fps.
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Analogue to IP
Sony's SNT-V501 and SNT-V504 video network stations make it possible to connect a traditional analogue video camera to an IP network. The units offer a cost-effective solution to network integrators and installers in upgrading existing CCTV systems to become fully networked video systems.

The compact stations enable a single analogue video camera to be remotely monitored and controlled over a TCP/IP network.

The units convert existing analogue video into digital MJPEG, providing a high-refresh rate of 25 fps in VGA resolution.

Or in the case of the SNT-V504, 25 fps in 320 x 240 resolution per camera input.

The units thus provide the ability to monitor smooth, near-motion images using a standard web browser or application software.

The frame rate can be set to a fixed or variable frame rate, which is automatically adjusted according to the available bandwidth.

The stations are equipped with a 100Base-TX/10Base-T (RJ-45) interface and a built-in web server.
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Access control
Install in doorframe
Era has launched an electronic multi-point lock for main entry doors. Innovative technology harnesses high security with ease of use.

When the door is closed it locks automatically and stays locked as dead bolts fire into the doorframe keeps. The lock can be unlocked using one of the three electronic trigger options available.

For example, a vandal-proof proximity reader is installed into either the doorframe or the wall next to the door (pictured above).

Dave Tiller of Era commented: "It couldn't be simpler to open the door. With no key to turn or external handle to engage, the locking system is foolproof. The new system can be either fitted to a new door or as a retro-fit to upgrade existing door security. In the unlikely event of a power failure the lock can be operated by a traditional key."
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Needs less power
Codelocks has launched the Codelocks 5000 electronic, designed and engineered in the UK. Using piezo technology "for the first time in an electronic lock" provides a much longer battery life of 500,000 operations, compared to around 80,000 in a typical electronic push button lock.

This innovative use of technology in the clutch mechanism overcomes the previous battery life limitations in standalone electronic touch button locks. Apart from the benefits of low power consumption, the reliability and durability of the piezo clutch make it a suitable choice for the future development of electronic standalone access control.

Traditionally, electric push button locks would either incorporate a solenoid or motor to engage the lock, requiring much higher levels of power. This new latch mechanism is said to require 66 times less power.
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Opening up opportunities
Gate automator FAAC has launched two competitively priced sliding gate motors. The energy-efficient 740 and 741 motors are available as 230v and 24v versions and have highly adjustable height and gate distances to allow maximum flexibility in installation dimensions.

The 740 (which supersedes the FAAC 748 model) is suitable for moving gates weighing up to 500kg, and the 741 is the one to install for gates weighing up to 900kg.

Both new operators use a robust Z16 pinion with a protective cover.
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