Security Distributing & Marketing articles from June 2002

Security Distributing & Marketing archives from June 2002

The 'in' crowd. (Editor's Angle).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... At the time of this writing, next month's issue of SDM is well underway. It will feature the 7th annual Top Systems Integrators Report, which ranks firms that sell, design and install integrated access control and video surveillance systems....

Homeland Security finds home in security industry. (Insider).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... SDM recently conducted an exclusive interview with Peter Michel, former CEO of Brink's Home Security, Irving, Texas, and chairman of the Security Industry Association's (Alexandria, Va.) newly formed SIA Homeland Security Advisory Council. ...

Access control more attractive. (Insider).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Almost four in ten (37 percent) of corporate and commercial buyers see card/ID access control systems as the most effective products, following the September 11th incidents. In a survey of corporate, commercial, and government buyers by...

Not in the contract? Don't rely on it! (Insider).(customer sues Rollins Inc. for security system failure)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Company Prevails in Breach of Contract Lawsuit A lawsuit arose as a result of a fire at the customer's residence and the complaint alleged that defendant security company was negligent and breached its contract in the installation of the...

Readers respond to "confirmation before dispatch". (Insider).
June 1, 2002... SDM's recent article about the United Kingdom adopting a policy of "confirmation before dispatch" (SDM, March 2002, p. 14) sparked some interest among readers: Would a similar policy would work in the United States? In the U.K., any alarm that...

PSA makes stars of its vendors at 2002 Conference. (Insider).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... PSA Security Network, Denver, made stars out of a number of its vendor companies at the PSA Vendor Appreciation Awards Banquet held during the weeklong PSA 2002 Conference and Exhibits. Shining brightly were CSC/Southwest Wire and Pelco,...

Caddx loads up Web site for dealers. (Insider).(new Web site for Caddx products)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... The new Caddx Web site at www.caddx.com includes updated information on all current Caddx products including new kits and fastpacks that package Caddx NX panels with popular options for more convenient and cost-effective purchasing. Caddx.com...

Slayton Solutions announces summer training schedule. (Insider).
June 1, 2002... Slayton Solutions Ltd., Chicago, a provider of on-site fiber optic training, announced its summer open class training schedule. Approved by the Fiber Optic Association and the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA), these one-day...

Cable-home security project moves to Sarasota, Las Vegas. (Insider).(Security Broadband Corp.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Security Broadband Corp., the Austin, Texas, provider of home security systems through broadband cable facilities, has its SafeVillage system in two major markets. Comcast Cable Communications, Inc., customers in the Sarasota, Fla., area and...

New domestic dealer co-op program launched. (Insider).(InfoGraphic Systems)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... InfoGraphic Systems, Garden Grove, Calif., has a new domestic dealer co-op program designed to assist dealers in selling more InfoGraphic Systems' products. Dealers earn funds when they promote InfoGraphic Systems product. The funds are...

NBFAA remembers fallen Heroes of 9-11. (Insider).(National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association, Alarm Industry Research and Educational Foundation offer scholarship for children of police, firefighters)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Six months after the attacks of September 11, Americans paused to remember those whose lives were taken on that fateful day. There were numerous individuals who were angels in disguise, who risked their lives trying to save lives of those...

Genex zooms on "Fast 50" list. (Insider).(Genex Technologies Inc. receives 2002 Greater Washington Fast 50 ranking)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Genex Technologies, Inc., Kensington, Md., a provider of 3D and 360-degree imaging capture and display technologies, has been named to the "2002 Greater Washington Fast 50" list, a ranking, by Washington Techway of the 50 fastest growing public...

IR Recognition Systems partners with Access Hardware Supply. (Insider).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... IR Recognition Systems, Campbell, Calif., the biometric component of Ingersoll-Rand's (IR) Security & Safety Group's Electronic Access Control Division (EACD), says that national wholesaler distributor Access Hardware Supply, San Leandro,...

SIS user's conference slated for Orlando. (Insider).(Security Information Systems Inc.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Security Information Systems, Inc. (SIS), Orlando, Fla., a provider of central station software systems for the security industry, will host a users conference in conjunction with the ISC East show in Orlando, Fla., on Aug. 13. Held at the...

Wireless Awards program expands. (Insider).(GE Interlogix)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... GE Interlogix, Austin, Tex., is expanding its Wireless Awards program with three new wireless residential categories and a new wireless fire category. This is the seventh year of the industry's first and only awards program honoring excellent...

ITI products now through select distributors. (Insider).(GE Interlogix)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... ITI branded equipment from GE Interlogix, Austin, Texas, is now available through select security product distributors. Since 1980 ITI control panels and peripherals for security, fire, environmental monitoring, and home automation have been...

WebEyeAlert and Amcest announce strategic relationship. (Insider).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... WebEyeAlert, Chelmsford, Mass., developers of digital video security technology, and Amcest Corp., have established a strategic relationship. Together WebEyeAlert and Amcest will offer customers the opportunity to implement WebEyeAlert's...

PSI acquires Associated Electronics. (Insider).(Protection Service Industries L.P.)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Protection Service Industries, L.P. (PSI), Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., has acquired Associated Electronics of Livermore, Calif. Terms of the acquisition were not released. The account base is predominantly commercial with both burglar and fire...

Five-minute tech quiz.(home theaters)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Home Theater? Sounds Great! In today's competitive marketplace, savvy security dealers are continuously looking for new products and services that can increase their company's market share and bottom line. Some dealers have seen home...

Flexible tubing provides the 'conduit' for future home wiring. (Kinks & Hints).(example from Knight Security Installations)(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... Our company has been considering selling structured wiring systems to builders. Do you know anyone we can talk to with experience starting out in this field? You're in good company -- many security dealers have expressed an interest in...

Diode can cause false alarms. (Kinks & Hints).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... In the article, "How to Assure Proper Polarity" (Kinks & Hints, January 2002, p. 33), you prescribe a diode in series with the positive terminal of a device to eliminate the risk of damage by reverse polarity. I used this method on an older...

Fundamental learning tool: interactive fire alarm CD-ROM. (Kinks & Hints).(Introduction to Fire Alarm Systems: A Resource Guide)
June 1, 2002... ADI has released a new interactive CD-ROM titled, "Introduction to Fire Alarm Systems: A Resource Guide." It's an informative reference tool that sets the basic foundation for fire alarm systems knowledge. The Resource Guide provides...

Time-saving cart for installers. (Kinks & Hints).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... Security system contractors can save time with a handy new rolling tool cart holding all tools and hardware necessary for performing efficient installations. The cart contains all hand tools, connectors, fasteners and mounting hardware for...

Biometrics: you can't afford not to sell it: the secret to selling biometrics? Let the technology sell itself. (Securing America).(Statistical Data Included)(Industry Overview)
June 1, 2002... While not a silver bullet fix, biometric technologies, such as facial recognition, hand geometry, and finger scan, might have prevented certain aspects of the coordinated attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. Now in the...

Turn 'dark' fiber into light work: here's how to use existing fiber optic cable to install video surveillance or access control systems at a campus-type facility.(Column)
June 1, 2002... Concerns for security have greatly increased since the attacks of September 11, and a greater umber of commercial clients are inquiring about video surveillance and access control systems. Often these facilities are campus-type environments....

Beyond the gate: For an exclusive, gated residential development, First Alarm integrated intrusion and fire alarm, video surveillance, and several types of access control systems into a proprietary central station.
June 1, 2002... About 90 miles south of San Francisco, between Pebble and Carmel Beaches, is a rural area described as "savagely beautiful" -- So beautiful, in fact, that it beckoned a few hundred adventurous people to build homes and settle there. The result...

Unraveling the wireless mess: how, when, and in what from should dealers implement wireless tech?(Column)(Polling Data)(Statistical Data Included)
June 1, 2002... To what extent and in what form is wireless technology making inroads into consumers' homes? Three forces--end users, dealers, and manufacturers--are currently engaged in a supply and demand tug-o-war of see exactly how today's homes can...

Double zone home controller. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From ELAN Home Systems, the new Z*630 Multi-Source/Multi-Zone Controller has been expanded to connect a home's audio/video sources to a total of 12 zones. The Z*630 is a pre-amp controller that routes the home's audio sources (CD players,...

More compact motorized zoom. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Tamron USA, Inc., a new version of its widely accepted 10X Motorized Zoom lens series that now provide a more compact chassis to allow the zoom lenses to fit into smaller camera housings. Feature-enhanced 6-60mm and 8-80mm Zooms are...

Wedge style camera. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Silent Witness, in the PrimaView series, the V29A Angledome - a cost-effective solution for any security application. It's an unobtrusive, wedge style camera that, when used with narrow view lenses (12mm, 16mm), sees horizontal along...

Improved motion detection. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From VCS, there's improved motion detector for its highly successful video server VideoJet 400. The new software version 5.70 is installed in new VideoJet 400s now being shipped and is available to all current users from the VCS website...

Network Digital Video Recorder. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Axis Communications, the AXIS 2460 Network Digital Video Recorder stores images across several drives, rather than storing a full day of data on one drive. If a disk within the AXIS 2460 DVR fails, only one-fourth of the day's data will be...

Integrated networking includes fire. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From NOTIFIER, the UniNet 2000 redefines the concept of integrated networking, integrating Fire, Security, Access Control, and CCTV on a single network. UL listed for fire, security and access control, its state-of-art client-server technology...

OMNILOCK 2000 now with HID prox. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From OSI, OMNILOCK 0P2000 Series of proximity card reader locks combine OSI Security Devices' durable stand-alone access control systems with HID proximity technology. HID supplies the battery powered proximity technology through its eProx Lock...

Vandal-resistant proximity reader. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From OmniTek, the OP90 is the newest member of its OmniProx family of proximity card readers. The vandal-resistant OP90 is housed in a rugged metal enclosure; 21/2" read range; mounts easily on a single gang electrical box; with built-in tamper...

Record, play, monitor multiplexer recorder. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Kalatel, Calibur Ethernet-ready Digital Video Multiplexer Recorder -- Triplex -- allows users to view both live and playback images while continuing to record images from all connected cameras. Users operate the new Triplex DVMRe with...

Integrating hand, facial biometrics. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From IR'S Recognition Systems, it has developed the first biometric hand geometry reader to fully integrate facial recognition technology directly into the unit, creating a powerful dual biometric product. Combined with an ID card or badge, the...

Wireless and hardwired security system. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Paradox Security Systems, the Spectra 1759EX is an advanced 7 to 15-zone security system with a built-in Omnia 433MHz wireless receiver. In addition to the 5 on-board hardwired zones and 2 keypad zones, the 1759EX supports 8 wireless...

Color Video Intercom System. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Aiphone, the new 3x5 Color Tilt Video Intercom System allows your clients to find out who, what, and why someone is at their door from up to five different locations. Even in the dark, the illuminators in the door station brighten the...

Pan-Tilt-Zoom network/web camera. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Canon U.S.A., the VB-C10 combines a compact, user controlled Pan/Tilt Zoom (PTZ) camera with a feature-packed network server. VB-C10 and the inverse-mounted version VB-C1OR features a high precision 16X optical zoom lens; delivers up to 30...

Full Quad DVR. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Opticom Technologies the UNX Platinum Series DVR. Utilizing a BSD operating system. Software source code is 100% owned and controlled by Opticom Technologies. The UNX Platinum Series DYR is capable of recording at 120 fps and is designed...

Wireless water detector. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From ATEC, WaterCop is a wireless emergency water detection and shutoff system. WaterCop is a system designed for both residential and commercial applications. Simply put it is an automatic valve for your water supply line(s). WaterCop has the...

CID interface to intercom. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Jeron Electronic Systems, a Caller ID (CID) cordless telephone interface for the Spectrum Digital Duplex Intercom allows people to manage calls from a portable intercom station anywhere within a facility. Spectrum CID interface uses a...

Lobby security software. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From STOPware Inc., PassagePoint Link for Access Control aims at Visitor badging and lobby security. PassagePoint Link for Access Control features: ability to track temporary access cards and set "permissions" for temp badges (pre-set access...

Indoor and environmental high-speed domes. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From ADEMCO Video, new RapidDome Gold Series high-speed domes are superior quality indoor and environmental domes features high-resolution, low light sensitivity and extended zoom. In three camera/lens configurations, including a powerful 176X...

Web-enabled network camera. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Sony Electronics, the SNC-VL10P network video camera has a built-in web server that enables users to access and view over a LAN or the Internet with any standard web browser, and without dedicated software. The camera is compatible with a...

Power supplies with dual volt output. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From SDC, the 600 Series access hardware power supply output set at 24VDC for 24VDC locking devices and components, the addition of the 12VR provides a separate 12VDC 500 mA output for 12VDC access controllers and readers or other 12VDC...

Toll-free GEM Hotline for TOPAZ. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From InfoGraphic Systems, the toll-free GEM Hotline (800) 896-2063 provides information and support for TOPAZ. TOPAZ brings performance, reliability and a host of unique features to the access control market for small and medium sized...

5-Pair Punch Down Tool. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From ICC, the 5-Pair Punch Down Tool makes 110 IDC installations faster and easier. The new tool can be used for seating and terminating up to 5 wire pairs into any standard 110 Block. The tool can also be used for seating connecting blocks...

Versatile Central Station Receiver. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From ADEMCO Group, the MX8000 Central Station Receiver accepts transmissiions from virtually any communicator in service, including the Vista system with high-speed, 4+2 Express and Contact ID format. A feature called receiver linking allows up...

PointGuard, SAFEnet/NT upgrades. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Ultrak, two powerful new upgrades to the PointGuard access control system and the SAFEnet/NT enterprise security management system. PointGuard 7.0 enhancements include: improved graphic user interface with more built-in intelligence,...

Wireless Covert Video with Digital VR. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Micro Technology Service, the King Cobra includes a digital recorder with Ethernet connection, wireless hidden camera binder with long-term battery life and a wireless PIP 13 hours of activated events recorded in high res between time...

Whole-house home audio. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From M&S Systems comes the MC2000 home communication system, providing multi-room audio and intercom features -- all on a single network. The system's digital network hub, which includes a stored media device, gives the user localized control...

Door mount cameras. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From ProVideo by CSI/SPECO, two door mount cameras provide 110 degree angle of coverage. Both models can be connected to monitors and TVs (with a video input) for remote viewing. The CVC-212PC B&W features 420 line resolution and 0.02 lux; the,...

Editor's special: security on road with high-speed Internet access. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From KVH Industries, the full power of the Internet is available on the move for mariners, travelers, businesspeople, and public and emergency services thanks to the TracNet Mobile Internet Server. TracNet receives Internet downloads at speeds...

Cameras with housings, lens, mounts. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Panasonic, the Ready-to-go camera packages include eight kits in the series -- four color and four monochrome. There are indoor and outdoor camera kits. For example, the POC244L5 outdoor color camera package comes with the Panasonic...

Two Button Emergency phone. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Trigon Electronics, the Telalarm HF-2 Two Button has an Emergency (Help) button in addition to an Information (Call) button. The Emergency (Help) button has call priority over the Information (Call) button. The HF-2TB can be used with...

Handheld cable length meter/TDR. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Psiber Data Systems, a new tester, known as the CableTool Multifunction TDR, is targeted at cabling installation and maintenance market. CableTool provides, cable installers and maintenance personnel with a device that actually tells the...

New coaxial cable strippers. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From IDEAL INDUSTRIES, the Coax Stripmaster Wire Stripper is specifically designed for RG-6 quad shielded coaxial cable. The Coax Stripmaster's spring-action operation grips and strips cable in one motion, resulting in improved user...

Digital VR with removable hard drive. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Crest Electronics, the SVR-2001 is a 4-channel color multiplexer and digital video recorder, all in one unit. This digital video recorder features easy-to-use VCR style front panel controls, a removable hard drive for long term archiving,...

Minishear lock. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Securitron, the SAM2 is a shear lock designed for smaller appications, lower security needs or projects with tighter budget requirements. It has a holding force of 600lbs, operates on 24 volts, and, at only 1.14" wide x 1.06" deep, it can...

Autodial emergency telephone. (Marketplace).
June 1, 2002... From Trigon Electronics, the new Telalarm HF-2MAX is triangular construction, 1/4 inch powder-coated steel, 102 inches high and 11 inches on each side. It comes with a 1,000,000 candlepower blue strobe, a 50-watt white area light, a voice call...

CD-ROM training and product info. (Product Applications).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... Seminars Demo software Product catalogs From IR Security & Safety, a CD-ROM concentrates on installer help concerning the Locknetics On Board intelligent electronics. The resource contains: Video/PowerPoint training seminar,...

NBFAA National Training School. (Product Applications).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... * Training * Certification * Custom to needs From the National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association, the National Training School training eliminates the need for lengthy on-the-job training. There is comprehensive training for alarm...

Individualized video inspection system. (Product Applications).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... * For tight-squeeze situations * Low-light scenarios * 30 inch gooseneck From Nature Vision, Inc., Tool-Vu is a portable, self-contained video inspection system that installers can use to complete and check difficult tasks in...

Unshielded, low-voltage cables. (Product Applications).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... * Small-diameter * Color-coding combinations * Standard lengths From Belden Electronics division, there are four new unshielded, low-voltage cables to the New Generation line. These new small diameter 2- and 4-conductor cables are...

Cordless, compact drills. (Product Applications).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... * Shorter length * T-style handle * More tightening force From DeWalt, the firm has redesigned its line of 12-volt, 14.4-volt and 18-volt compact cordless drills and drivers, making them smaller and better balanced while adding...

Portable 12-volt power packs. (Product Applications).(advertisement)
June 1, 2002... * Rechargeable * Leak-proof * Nylon, stapped case From Jensen, division of Sanley Works, new versatile rechargeable power packs provide convenient 12-volt power wherever an installer needs it. The sealed lead-acid battery is...

Burglar & fire alarm equipment.
June 1, 2002... BURGLAR ALARM EQUIPMENT ANNUNCIATORS, LIGHTS, AND SOUNDERS ANNUNCIATORS 1 - Entry/Exit 2 - Graphic Displays 3 - Zone Displays * Ademco Group - 1,2,3 Alpha Communications * Commercial Products Group - 3 ...

CCTV, surveillance, and communication equipment.
June 1, 2002... CLOSED-CIRCUIT TELEVISION SYSTEMS ANALOG VIDEO RECORDERS 1 - Audio Recorders 3 - Event Recorders 4 - Time-Lapse Recorders * Ademco Video - 4 Advanced Technology Video - 3,4 AEI Components ASFE International...

Access controls and locks.
June 1, 2002... ELECTRONIC ACCESS CONTROLS BIOMETRIC SYSTEMS 1 - Facial Recognition 2 - Fingerprint and Finger Imaging 3 - Hand Geometry /Vein 4 - Iris/Retinal Pattern 5 - Signature 6 - Voice AAID Security Solutions, Inc....

Home systems (other than security).
June 1, 2002... COMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT Aiphone Corp. Alpha Communications Digital Security Controls, Ltd. * Elk Products, Inc. Greyfox Systems Home Automation, Inc. Lee Dan Communications, Inc. * M&S Systems Mircom...

Installation equipment.
June 1, 2002... INSTALLATION TOOLS, SUPPLIES, AND ACCESSORIES BOXES AND ENCLOSURES 1 - Bell 2 - Junction 3 - Siren * Ademco Group - 1,3 Amco Engineering Co. D&S Technologies, Div. of Keltron Corp. - 2 * Elk Products, Inc. -...

Dealer/installer business services.(security systems)
June 1, 2002... ASSOCIATIONS Canasa National Burglar & Fire Alarm Assn. * Security Industry Association CONFERENCES/SEMINARS Barnes Associates, Inc. Canasa Counterforce USA Gage-Babcock & Associates, Inc. GE...

Emergency 24: first in computerized monitoring . (Advertisement).
June 1, 2002... By providing professional alarm monitoring services for over 35 years, EMERgency 24 has earned a distinguished rank in the security industry. We are committed to our end-users' safety and our dealers' success. Independent surveys have shown...

Manufacturers.(security equipment)(Directory)
June 1, 2002... ADT Security Sales, Inc. One Town Center Rd., P.O. Box 5035 Boca Baton, FL 33431 (561) 988-3679 AAID Security Solutions, Inc. Fax: (561) 988-3675 3525 Piedmont Rd., 7 Piedmont Center, Ste. #300 Atlanta, GA 30305...

Distributors.(security equipment)(Directory)
June 1, 2002... A-1 Alarm Supply 1712 N.W. 82nd Ave. Miami, FL 33126 (305) 639-2454 (888) 886-5006 Fax: (305) 639-3321 alalarms@aol.com www.a1alarm.com A-1 Security Supply 2858 Sterling Rd. Hollywood, FL 33020 ...

ISC EXPO/East 2002: we're moving South!
June 1, 2002... Providing Practical Solutions for your Security Concerns Education The uncertainty of what lies ahead in our changing world presents an urgency and necessity for you to be up-to-date on all the latest new products, technologies and...

InVision: integrated digital video recorder with intelligent access control panel. (Info Graphic Systems).
June 1, 2002... InVision uniquely combines a fully featured digital video recorder (DVR) with an intelligent access control panel. InfoGraphics optimizes both the flexibility and reliability of the ACU2XL networked access control and alarm monitoring panel and...

Diamond II: sophisticated access control for global enterprise applications. (Info Graphic Systems).(Brief Article)
June 1, 2002... With over 20 years of experience in the development of the industry's most established and reliable systems, InfoGraphics brings security management, access control and alarm monitoring to a new level with the DIAMOND II integrated security...