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‘Virtual matrix’ launch

Vista had two new products that were launched at the Norbain LIVE04 event.

The first was Vista Graphica, a ‘virtual matrix’ which provides point and click access to any Triplex camera, PowerDome, or Impro access control unit on a network based on a graphical representation of the premises.

The company says it will make tracking suspicious behaviour around a building or site much easier, as the graphical ‘map’ will make it simple to follow anyone through the building, camera by camera.

It offers full integration with Impro’s IXP400 access control system, and will work on networks with up to 320 cameras (using 20 Triplex units).

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Balun cleans up cabling

MuxLab’s VideoEase CCTV Pass-Thru Balun allows remote power, PTZ control and video to be connected to a CCTV camera using one Cat5 cable, replacing up to three conventional cables.

Designed for PTZ or fixed cameras, the Pass-Thru Balun has three cable leads that break out the 24VAC, PTZ and video signals at the camera. An RJ45 at the other end of the balun combines the three signals over one Cat5 cable via modular RJ45.

Remote 24VAC (Class II) power is supported by two twisted pairs of up to 107m depending on camera power and voltage drop. Remote two-wire PTZ control is supported by one twisted pair, and video by another twisted pair.

The Pass-Thru Balun follows TIA-568 wiring standards and features a pin configuration label for ease of identification.

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Dreams in a box

Senstar-Stellar has released its DreamBox, which it describes as a “one-box solution to CCTV security applications”, and integrates a number of applications into one box.

It contains 12 different applications, including digital video and audio recording, video and audio matrix switcher, outdoor and indoor video motion detection system, security management system, and transmission system.

It aims to avoid the sue of complicated cable installations and network protocols integration.

Multiple units connect using distributed network topology. Target markets include government, institutional and other sensitive facilities, such as airports, train stations, seaports, prisons, casinos and hospitals.

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Fisheye for security

The second of Vista’s products to be launched at Norbain LIVE04 was the Vista Eclipse, the company’s new camera for 360° continuous monitoring.

The Eclipse captures a high-resolution ‘fisheye’ image which it sends to two independent analogue outputs, each of which can display any combination from full panoramic view up to four virtual cameras, or VCAMs, each with independently controllable ‘electronic’ Pan Tilt Zoom functionality.

Vista says its motion detection algorithms use background analysis techniques to minimise false alarms.

Motion detection automatically triggers a VCAM while the camera continues to monitor the full panorama.

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Dome range needs fewer parts

Pecan has introduced a range of domes which it claims will help installers by reducing the need for piece parts and training, and increasing flexibility and responsiveness.

Both the new VRD135 and the D11 are based on a static design – with the VRD135 suited for outdoor use, and the D11 designed for indoor use.

Pecan has also launched its gyrogimbal, which provides full three-axis rotation, allowing its use on surfaces at any inclination, not just horizontal or vertical.

The gimbal is designed to accept all of Pecan’s range of camera modules, which allows for simple upgrading if a more sophisticated camera module is required at a later date.

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Plug and play replacement

LG Electronics has launched its LDV-S154 standalone and networkable DVR. It is a ‘plug and play’ replacement for time-lapse and real-time VCRs/multiplexer combinations, and can provide real-time recording at 720 x 288 resolution with audio.

Features include motion detection functions, user email notification in an emergency, alarm output functions, multi-language GUI, PTZ camera, high peed dome control, and a software ‘watchdog’.

Recording and search functions include multiplexer recording, one channel audio recording, seven step recording resolution, schedule programming functions, remote view, search and back-up through a network, and jog/shuttle control functions.

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Installer-friendly camera

Sanyo has added to its range of 520 TV lines cameras with the VCC-6585P 1/3” colour camera.

Sanyo says the camera is installer friendly, offering dual 12V or 24V power operation, and also provides end users with sharp and clear images at a minimum illumination of 0.5 lux.

It is designed to reproduce natural colours and reduce ‘smear’, and is equipped with advanced backlight compensation to provide a clear picture of off-centre and moving subjects. This divides individual frames into small areas in which luminous intensity is measured separately to determine the lighting conditions of all objects within the frame.

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Weatherproof and flexible

Sanyo’s VCC-XZ400P is a 1/4” colour camera that features all-in-one design and is IP66 compliant, with weatherproof housing and metal fittings.

It offers horizontal resolution of 520 TV lines, with up to 352x AF zoom capability, and is able to be operated at day or night, by switching either automatically or manually between colour and B/W.

The camera is provided with a shade, installation of which is optional. The camera can be wall or ceiling mounted.

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Alarms

GlassBreak detection

Bosch’s new RF1100E Wireless GlassBreak detector is designed to enable window security to be easily added to commercial or domestic premises without wiring or installation hassles.

The detectors have a wireless transmission range of up to 100m in typical walled buildings, or 300m in large free spaces such as show rooms, open plan offices or warehouses. It is designed to minimise false alarms from other noise sources, and has four selectable acoustic sensitivities and a sensitivity test mode to aid installation.

Installers can fit the detector in a suitable location up to 25t from the window, switch on any noise sources in the room, wait for a minute, and if a the green LED lights, sensitivity can be reduced in four stages to provide the required immunity for false alarms.

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Filter aids broadband

Focus EDL, distributor for Excelsus Technologies, has launched the Excelsus Z-A431EU ADSL Alarm filter in Europe.

The Z-A431EU is a screw-down terminal DSL filter, designed to eliminate interference between alarm systems and broadband connections.

It has three filters – one low-pass POTS filter to protect the alarm panel from DSL interference, a second low-pass POTS filter to protect DSL from impedance changes in the alarm panel, and a high-pass DSL filter to ensure ongoing DSL service, even during an alarm call.

In the event of an alarm call, the Z-A431EU seizes only the analogue portion of the line, allowing the DSL service to continue, meaning that devices which are transmitting data on the broadband line, such as CCTV cameras, can remain operational.

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Access control

LekLok launch

Taylor Lock technology Ltd will release its LekLok in 2005. The new device employs both mechanical and electrical operation to throw and withdraw a mortice deadbolt, and an electronic control system to respond to a digital keypad, proximity tag or other access control device.

“As well as providing the first access control product to meet the requirements of insurers, costs will be considerably reduced, and there are wide-ranging compatibility options and the facility to integrate with and upgrade security levels in existing systems,” the company says. It will be able to be used in fire safety packages and the disabled access control markets.

A low-cost domestic version of the lock is also planned, in a bid to create a market place untapped by most access control products.

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Three new DVRs

Siemens Building Technologies’ Fire & Security Products Division is offering three new digital recorders for the CCTV market: the Sistore AX4, AX9 and AX16.

The range can operate as part of a network or as a standalone system, and has multiplexing capabilities.

Compression used is MPEG4 technology, and the recorders use built-in definable motion detection for each camera, reallocating frames from one camera not showing activity to another that is.

Remote dial-up is available, as is audio recording of a single channel in real time.

Additional features include network connection and image display from 16 AX systems simultaneously, ‘event’ and ‘time lapse’ recording modes, adjustable frame size and image per second settings for individual cameras.

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Central locking for the home

Mila Hardware’s Centralock has transferred the central-locking concept from vehicles to the residential setting. One-touch locking protects the property in a similar way as it safeguards a car.

The wire-free installation is made-up of discreet sensors and locking units, which are easily fitted to windows and doors. These units communicate ‘intelligently’ with each other, utilising research from the European defence industry.

The company is offering distributor opportunities to installers.

To be become Mila-approved installers, they must have attended training courses part 1 and 2 for consideration.

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