Security Distributing & Marketing articles from May 2002

Security Distributing & Marketing archives from May 2002

Close at hand: The 'new' central station. (Editor's Angle).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... A highlight of this issue is the 12th annual SDM 100, SDM's exclusive report of the largest electronic security firms in the United States. The SDM 100 constitutes one-fourth of the industry's total annual revenue -- making it an important...

Will publicity, post-9-11 Panic sell safe rooms? (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Imagine being hunkered down in a reinforced concrete bunker outfitted with titanium locks, kevlar-lined walls, anti-pathogen HVAC, advanced communications and security systems, and a needlepoint which reads, "Home sweet home." Sony...

Industry influences Economic Stimulus Act. (Insider).(Security Industry Association)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... In March, President George W. Bush signed into law the "Job Creation and Worker Assistance Act of 2002." This act was drafted to stimulate and revitalize the U.S. economy following the harrowing events of September 11. While the provisions of...

Reliability outweighs price. (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... When asked what they consider as important when deciding among products and systems for purchase, security dealers and systems integrators rank reliability as the most important factor. SDM Magazine polled readers through a buyers' survey via...

Alarm contract upheld in fire case. (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... In August, 1994, a fire occurred in a manufacturing plant in Fort Smith, Arkansas, causing substantial property damage and the death of one employee. (This is the first case in Arkansas involving the interpretation of alarm contracts). National...

Trade Group creates Homeland Security Advisory Council. (Insider).(Security Industry Association)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Security Industry Association (SIA), Alexandria, Va., has formed the SIA Homeland Security Advisory Council, chaired by Peter Michel, former CEO of Brink's Home Security. The Council will have representatives from all of SIA's existing...

NBFAA's Shipp sails away. (Insider).(Brad Shipp resigns from National Burglar)(& Fire Alarm Association)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Brad Shipp announced his resignation as National Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) executive director at the recent board meeting in Las Vegas. Shipp has agreed to serve as long as needed to facilitate an orderly transition. "I have...

Correction.(to article in issue of April 2002)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... SDM wishes to express regret for an error that occurred in last April's 2002 Monitoring Service Guide. The Web site address for Affiliated Central Inc., Brooklyn, N.Y. should read as follows: www.affiliatedcentral.com. The following is a...

NBFAA launches national P.R. campaign. (Insider).(National Burglar and Fire Alarm Assn.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... This month, the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association, Silver Spring, Md., is launching the association's first ever official public relations campaign aimed at consumers who need to feel assured in these uncertain times. The...

Call them criticom now. (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... King-Monital and the International Dispatch Center (IDC), Hackensack, N.J., announced that the merged central station monitoring and communications company is now Criticom International. The name was selected because of its association with the...

Elmo names Giovinco president. (Insider).(Vincent J. Giovinco)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The promotion of Vincent J. Giovinco to the position of president has been announced by Michael Oguri, chairman of Elmo Mfg. Corp., Plainview, N.J. Giovinco will direct the company's operations as well as all activities relating to the line of...

Bigger digs for distributor. (Insider).(Security Lock Distributors)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Aiming for faster future growth and service, the national headquarters for Security Lock Distributors has been relocated to a large new facility in Westwood, Mass. The center incorporates the latest state-of-the-art technology. Space in...

Samsung exec sees fast-track eye on Web-ready Cameras. (Insider).(Frank Polidoro, Samsung Camera)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... As terrorist threats continue in the news, corporations are looking for immediate means to beef up their security systems. But they are also pressed to watch the bottom line. Installing Web-ready CCTV cameras that piggyback on a company's...

It's a jungle out there. (Insider).(chimpanzees demonstrate alarms)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... There's was monkey business at the recent ISC Las Vegas show -- to make a technological point. GE Interlogix, St. Paul, Minn., wanted to show that the Simon 3 residential security system has the intelligence and flexibility to thrive in...

Digital revolution Forum scores big. (Insider).(Security Industry Association)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Earlier this year, many of the leaders in the security business gathered in Tampa, Fla., for the SIA Forum, sponsored by the Security Industry Association, Alexandria, Va. The theme of the event was "The Digital Revolution and the Convergence...

"Greybeards" to nurture dealers. (Insider).(Davis Marketing Group Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... High-profile Davis Marketing Group, Inc., Arlington Heights, Ill., launched two new industry programs, says managing partner, Ron Davis, the firm's founder. DMG will focus in what Davis calls a "void in the marketplace." In April, the...

HAI celebrates 17 years, acknowledges its dealers. (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... HAI, New Orleans, announced the winners of its Five Star dealer program for 2002 at the EH Expo in Orlando, Fla. The announcement was made in conjunction with HAI's 17-year anniversary. The annual Five Star dealer program was initiated Last...

Guardian International captures 5 in one evening, saves 90 year-old resident. (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Pembroke Pines Police Department responded to a silent holdup alarm at a fast food restaurant. Upon arrival the officers found four men attempting to rob the store at gunpoint. Shots had been fired through the door by the perpetrators to...

Aiphone releases updated tech CD. (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Aiphone Corp., Bellevue, Wash., a maker of intercom systems, has updated its technical CD with more product information. The new Aiphone technical CD contains product and company information similar to what is on their Web site. It includes...

CEDIA Boot Camp Teaches custom fundamentals. (Insider).(Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association (CEDIA), Indianapolis, Ind., recently completed its first CEDIA Boot Camp for 2002 at the new CEDIA training center in Indianapolis. The three-day training course armed custom electronic...

Attrition Project attempts to standardize measure. (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... According to John M. Brady, president of TRG Associates, Inc., "Customer retention continues to be the single largest management challenge." He believes that typically much of the management effort and organizational focus goes into growing...

Monitronics has expansion plans. (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Dallas-based home security monitoring company Monitronics International, Inc., plans to expand with investment monies received from a group of 13 banks and five investment companies. The broad source of funding signifies widespread support for...

AVAD in security with "Custom" distribution. (Insider).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... AVAD, LLC, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., has entered into an agreement with Interlogix Security & Life Safety Group for distribution of security products within the custom installation market. AVAD will distribute Advent and Concord under the ITI brand...

SAI enters marketing agreements. (Insider).
May 1, 2002... Security Associates International, Inc., Arlington Heights, Ill., announced the execution of a strategic marketing alliance with Consumer Information Services, Inc., a corporation connected with John Walsh, a proponent of children's rights,...

5 five-minute tech quiz.(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... UL -- Setting the Standards Codes and standards are a very important part of the security business. The agencies that establish and publish them provide a means to ensure that devices and systems will function as intended. Underwriters...

Simple, effective tester automates battery checks. (Al Colombo's Kinks & Hints).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... I know there are battery checkers that will allow me to manually verify the capacity of my 12V batteries, but is there an automated device that will do this? Customers are more apt to believe the latter. Customers are certainly more apt to...

This product's got the control. (Al Colombo's Kinks & Hints).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... We are receiving requests for whole house control, along with the structured wiring we install in new homes. Is there a residential home control system that will control lighting, audio/video, heating/cooling, communications, and security? ...

12th annual SDM 100: gaining ground; at times last year it must have felt like running against the wind, but despite the challenges, the SDM 100 finished strong -- adding subscribers, gaining RMR, and hiring staff.(Security Distributing and Marketing)(Statistical Data Included)
May 1, 2002... Readers of the 2002 SDM 100 will have two questions: 1) Have the top firms shifted since last year? and 2) How did the SDM 100 perform in 2001? First, the top 25 have shifted dramatically, for two reasons. One is that the SDM editorial...

Powerful perspectives: accelerated demand for tougher, smaller and smarter domes yields new surveillance solutions. (Securing America).(security systems)
May 1, 2002... The tragic events of September 11th have accelerated what was already a growing demand for dome cameras. Improvements in the technology and a wider base of applications have come to the forefront, as surveillance becomes an everyday issue for...

Sound bytes: this product round-up offers a sampling of whole-house audio solutions from speakers to digital storage.(industry listings)
May 1, 2002... SDM presents an assembly of new and innovative products for today's whole-house audio systems. Components for these systems include multi-room controllers, speakers, digital music storage, cables, amplifiers, and more. These selected offerings...

Celebrating 3 decades of Kinks & Hints: that's right...SDM has been presenting Kinks & Hints for security technicians since 1971.(Security Distributing and Marketing)(Column)
May 1, 2002... The first installment of SDM's popular Kinks & Hints department -- discussing troubleshooting techniques -- appeared in September 1971, and has been published every month since then! We're proud of that achievement, and thankful to the many...

Securing America Awards 2002: winners demonstrate that there is a wealth of material available to help dealers sell more security systems.
May 1, 2002... SDM's Securing America Awards honor manufacturers and service companies for producing effective, high-quality marketing materials for dealers and integrators. Earlier this year, Securing America entries were classed into one of several...

GPS emergency monitoring. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Criticom International, the new name for the combine King Central, Monital and IDC businesses, the BestResponse mobile monitoring total solution package provides emergency an notification dispatch management or response services to mobile...

"Sleek design" security cameras. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Sony Electronics, four new compact video cameras: SSC-M183 and SSC-M383 monochrome and SSC-DC193 and SSC-DC393 color. The SSC-M183 and SSC-DC193 feature a 1/3 Super HAD IT CCD. The SSC-M383 and SSC-DC393 use 1/3 IT CCD with EX wave HAD...

Scaleable networkable digital video recording. (Marketplace).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From FireKing Security Products, Image Vault MAX can handle from one to 255 separate locations and up to 4,080 cameras at once. All cameras and Image Vault units are accessible from a single "access server" with a single IP address. It has...

Multi-format color monitors. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Elmo Mfg., the ECM series has inputs for multiple video sources and auto-sensing NTCS/PAL video. The 20 inch ECM-2002 has >500 TVL, the 14 inch ECM-1402 has >450 TVL and the 10 inch ECM-1002 has >400 TVL. An SVHS loo-through input...

600e cable to 600MHZ. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Belden Electronics, DataTwist 600e data communications cable is unshielded twisted pair that performs "well beyond" proposed Cat 6 in Power Sum NEXT, Return Loss, Attenuation and Power Sum ACR. DataTwist uses bonded-pair technology and...

Small application Matrix system. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Panasonic, the WJ-SX150 Matrix Switcher features a cross point 17x5 configuration and uses the PS-Data link mode that allows the unit to interface with other Panasonic system components for single point control. Features: 16 camera inputs...

Vandal-proof mini domes. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Panasonic, in flush and standard mount, vandal proof mini dome cameras use Super Dynamic II technology in day/night operation with color images down to 1.6 lux and monochrome as low as 0.2 lux. The units are IR sensitive for use in virtual...

Four-camera digital video recorder. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Ionit Technologies, the Ion recorder delivers 11 frames per second per camera through 30 GB hard drive. Networking capabilities with remote accessibility (LAN, WAN or dial up), PTZ control and a host of alarm functions to alert, capture...

Wireless internet camera. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... From Colorado Video, Observer III wireless internet camera offers a new way to view remote sites anywhere within CDPD (Cellular Digital Packet Data) cellular phone service areas. A user obtains pictures from an Observer III camera by typing its...

24-zone security panel. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Interlogix, the ITI Simon 3 control panel offers up to 24 zones of burglary and fire protection and complies with the SIA false alarm standards. Standard with 24 wireless zones or use 22 of the wireless zones along with two built-in...

Physical access smart cards/ readers. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... From HID, iCLASS is a new contactless smart card technology optimized for physical access control, IT secure authentication and other applications. The iCLASS readers can read data from cards compliant with 15693 read/write, 14443 Type A read...

MemoCam DVR. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... From Crow Electronic Engineering, the MemoCam DVR automatically records events on the Memory Card following an alarm. The alarm can be activated by external triggers and or by the internal VMD. The MemoCam DVR can integrate into existing CCTV...

Home automation controller. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... From HAI, the OmniPro includes UL-listed security, HVAC and lighting control for energy management and the ease of telephone and Internet access and control. Also: three built-in serial ports for connection to additional home devices like...

Technology reduces response time to fire alarms. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... Fire Monitoring Technologies Int'l Inc. plans to release an upgraded version of its flagship product, OPEN ACCESS. It provides electronic direct to fire department [or e-DTF] notification of a fire signal as soon as it is received by the...

Four models of digital recorders. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... From Advanced Technology Video, Falcon DVRs come in 4 different models; a single channel VCR replacement or as a 4, 9 or 16 camera DVR. The Falcon series can record 1 image per second of 16 cameras in VCR quality mode for a month or more with...

Recorders with 240 GB storage. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... From Kalatel, new 240 GB hard drive allows users to record 1,067 hours or 44 days of images at standard resolution and 5 pps with Kalatel's Calibur 4-, 10- and 16-channel color digital video multiplexer/recorders (DVMRs) and Calibur DSR-2000e...

TCP/IP connectable digital recorder. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... From Ultrak, the KXR4008/4016 digital video recorder comes standard with 8/16 video inputs, 1 audio input/outut and 16 alarm inputs. Specs include: ML-JPEG compression, multiplexer compatibility, remote viewing, synched audio RS232/485 control...

Digital camera line. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... From ProVideo by CSI/SPECO, a new fully digital product line called H.E.A.T., for High End Advanced Technology, consists of cameras that offer an ultra-high resolution color image of 470 lines with a low light sensitivity of 0.03 lux. The...

UL 864 Commercial Fire Listing for Internet Monitoring. (Marketplace).(advertisement)
May 1, 2002... DMP announces it has received the UL 864 Commercial Fire Listing for its patented Internet Monitoring[TM] technology. The iCOM[TM] Internet Alarm Router provides complete integration via a direct data connection to the DMP XR2400F or XR200...

Strobes cover larger area. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Two new additions to the SpectrAlert ceiling-mount series are from System Sensor, The 115 and 177 candela models come in strobe, horn/strobe and speaker/strobe configurations. The models accommodate larger coverage areas, including 50'x50'...

Talking home keypads. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From the ADEMCO Group, the 6150V and 6160V voice keypads talk to the homeowner and provide system status and zone information. In addition to adding voice to any Vista control, the units also have soft-touch rubber keys, which can be backlit...

Day/night camera. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From ProVideo by CSI/SPECO, the CVC-860DN24 is a 24VAC color day/night camera for any area where a high quality image must be maintained in a wide variation of lighting conditions. This camera is a color camera that automatically switches to...

ITI Advent Fire wins award. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... GE Interlogix accepted a Product Achievement Award for Fire Detection/Prevention for its Advent Fire system. Advent Fire is available in 132- or 250-point versions. Having earned UL commercial approvals for the system's wireless sensors. Advent...

Detection Systems Catalog. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Detection Systems, the 2002 Product Catalog is a quick-reference tool consisting of product information. There's a print version and a CD version. The latter consists of specifications, installation manuals, user guides and more. ...

'Walk away' technology for securing workstations/desktops. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From ComputerProx comes a "walk-away security product for desktops. Using new, patent-pending technology, the TF2000 senses when the user leaves a workstation and locks down the desktop. Most authentication systems require the user to remember...

PROXmtr combines MicroPLUS, proximity. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Doorking, the PROXmtr product line combines the features and function of our popular MicroPLUS transmitters with a proximity card tag. The combination of these two technologies will allow users to open a vehicular gate from the security...

25X Zoomcam. (Marketplace).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... From Tamron and first available this month, the includes the camera model ZC25-NR(NTSC/ZC25-PR(PAL) and the module type ZC25-NRM9NTSC)/ZC25-PRM(PAL). The image pickup device is an 1/4 type 2:1 interlace super HAD CCD with focal length of...

Emergency assistance phones. (Product Applications).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... * Quick help * Vandal-resistant housing * DTMF locator signals From Viscount Communication and Control Systems, the EmerPhone 200 series of assistance telephone allow users to connect to preprogrammed assistance locations by...

Telephone access control. (Product Applications).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... * Module plug-in * Remote programmable * Modem available From Trigon Electronics, the T.A.C. 1000 and 500 phone access control systems now boast the new Trigon control module for single plug in modular replacement as well as...

ADA-Enabled Rescue help intercom. (Product Applications).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... * Interactive communication * Audio-visual and tone * Provides quick assistance From Jeron Electronic Systems, the Pro-Alert 450 system helps a facility meet laws and regulations that require ADA Area of Rescue Assistance systems...

Home controller provides intercom service. (Product Applications).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... * Connect home A/V * 12-zone Capacity * Advanced intercom From ELAN Home Systems, the Z*630 Multi-Source/Multi-Zone Controller expands to connect a home's audio/video sources to a total of 12 zones. The pre-amp controller routes...

Two-wire multi-unit audio entry system. (Product Applications).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... * 4-100 stations * Visitor access control * 5-20 second door release From Aiphone, the GF two-wire multi-unit audio entry system boasts simple wiring with only 2 common wires run throughout the system. Fully modular flush mount...

Digital home audio. (Product Applications).(advertisement)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... * Multi-room audio/intercom * Digital net hub * Listen-in feature From M&S Systems, the MC2000 is an advanced home communication system that provides multi-room audio and intercom features -- all on a single network. A digital...

Enhanced DSC Power632 system. (Product Applications).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... * Indoor, outdoor applications * Phones are keypads * 15 intercom stations From Digital Security Controls (DSC), a new version of the Power632 control panel, the PC1555 v2.3, brings enhancements: the 6-32 zone hybrid...