All Articles Tagged CCTV

Jason Knott | 02/09 12:26 PM, 1 Comment

In yet another sign of the market potential for integrators to install residential cameras, the police chief in Orlando is actually encouraging residents to install the cameras in their homes. According to ClickOrlando.com, Orlando Police Chief Paul Rooney says property crime would drop 10 percent and police would clear more property crimes with residential cameras in place. CCTV was relegated to the commercial world for years, as homeowners feared privacy violations. Those fears seem to have fallen away as homeowners embrace systems that tie into the Internet for viewing on… View this story

CE Pro Editors | 02/07 10:09 AM, 0 Comments

Channel Vision is now providing a free DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) service to its surveillance customers called Channel Vision Security. Channel Vision Security will continually track the IP address of the system and automatically change with any IP address change. A connection to the security camera or DVR is never lost due to a change in IP address, whether the system is purposely reset or the internet provider makes the change. "Now that DDNS hosting services are beginning to charge and offer fewer free services, this program gives our… View this story

Jason Knott | 01/26 09:18 AM, 0 Comments

Pixim Inc., a provider of imaging chips for enterprise security cameras, announced the development of an imaging solution exclusively for IC Realtime’s line of DVRs and NVRs dubbed the I-Sniper video security solution. IC Realtime's I-Sniper line is not only based on Pixim’s latest image capture chip, but Pixim has implemented the technology to produce algorithms that are in sync with IC Realtime’s storage and network streaming devices. When I-Sniper cameras are paired with IC Realtime DVRs or NVRs, the result is 25 percent to 45 percent longer recording times… View this story

Jason Knott | 01/13 07:11 AM, 0 Comments

Ingersoll Rand (IR) announced at CES 2012 it has rebranded its subscription-based Schlage LiNK automated deadbolt system as Nexia Home Intelligence. The Nexia system includes the Schlage locks, Trane ComfortLink II Control for HVAC, shade control from Pella Windows and Doors dubbed SmartSync - three powerful brands in consumer circles. Using Z-Wave communication, Nexia allows homeowners to control locks, HVAC, video surveillance, lights, shades and energy usage via a web-enabled computer and most smartphones. John Evans, president of residential security at IR, says Nexia is "entirely rooted in real-world needs… View this story

Jason Knott | 01/04 08:10 AM, 0 Comments

ZyXEL Communications, known for its broadband equipment including wireless HD transmission systems, has become the latest manufacturer to leap into the residential camera surveillance market. ZyXEL has launched its CloudEnabled series of web cameras, the IPC3605N and IPC4605N. The cameras feature cloud-based technology that eliminates traditional installation processes and access difficulties inherent in previous generations of these devices. The webcams provide accessibility to video feeds via any PC, iPhone or Android device. The IPC3605N and IPC4605N are designed to blend in with the decor of a home. Both incorporate 802.11n… View this story

Jason Knott | 12/27 10:24 AM, 3 Comments

The LAPD is dumping Google's Gmail email service, saying it could not meet the security needs of the the police department. Does Gmail's failure to meet security needs bring into question the legitimacy of cloud-based security applications where video surveillance images are recorded and stored offsite, primarily for financial reasons? Google had wooed the LAPD into the system in 2009 promising lower costs and higher security for its 13,000 employees. According to the LA Times, city officials said Gmail "does not have the technical ability to comply with the city's… View this story

Jason Knott | 11/17 05:02 AM, 3 Comments

Integrators could not ask for a better marketing tool than this YouTube video. A woman uses her home IP surveillance camera to see two men burglarizing her home. Her 911 call is overlayed with the video, which is compelling to watch. Make sure to watch, and have your clients watch, the entire 3 minutes, 41 seconds. It has a happy ending. View this story

CE Pro Editors | 11/10 11:16 AM, 0 Comments

Savant Systems LLC has announced the addition of Y-cam to its Partners In Excellence cooperative program. The initiative has been targeted to achieve global compatibility between Savant’s control systems and a diverse group of manufacturers from the audio, video, lighting control, HVAC, and security industries, as well as devices and subsystems from many related markets. Founded in 2005, Y-cam is a provider of affordable and easy-to-use remote monitoring products for residential and small business applications. Y-cam has generated a following within the Mac community for delivering a standalone camera that… View this story

Jason Knott | 10/28 07:30 AM, 0 Comments

Earlier in 2011, as SnapAV prepared for its entrance into the surveillance category, it conducted extensive research among its dealer base. The company found that surveillance was an important and growing area of business, with 89 percent of its dealers using surveillance products, and nearly 60 percent having a surveillance project at least four times each year. This summer, SnapAV launched its Wirepath line of DVRs and cameras supported by a free iPhone app. Since its market debut, SnapAV reports rapid adoption of the products, with dealers citing an increase… View this story

CE Pro Editors | 10/14 08:41 AM, 0 Comments

Tri-Ed / Northern Video Distribution is continuing its expansion with a new branch in Atlanta, Ga. Staffed by industry veterans Derek Criswell and Billy Partin, the new Atlanta branch is located at 3621 Clearview Parkway, Doraville, GA 30340 (Tel: 888.874.3336). Robb Morrison, bringing years of industry experience, is responsible for Business Development in the Atlanta market. The branch is fully stocked and features a state-of-the-art showroom to display Tri-Ed / Northern Videos’ impressive inventory of security and sound and communications products. The branch offers same-day shipping to the entire Georgia… View this story