CCTV Today articles from September 2005

CCTV Today archives from September 2005

Underwater device saves girl.
September 1, 2005... A computer-aided drowning detection system helped lifeguards detect and rescue o young girl from drowning in Bangor Swimming Pool, north Wales. The girl sank to the bottom of the pool at the deep end. The Poseidon system from VisionIQ, which...

Revellers shown cost of drinking.
September 1, 2005... An innovative approach to tackle excess drinking was recently taken by Warwickshire Police, who displayed CCTV footage of drunken revellers from Rugby town centre in the town. PC Nell MacKenzie said: "This CCTV footage not only shows the...

Pan-European seminars.
September 1, 2005... Axis Communications, Bosch, PowerDsine end Verint are participating in a series of European seminars on the deployment of IP solutions. The seminars, called Digital Vision and organised by Anixter, will run in Edinburgh and Manchester in...

Academy training for The Corps.
September 1, 2005... SOE Academy, the security training college, has been appointed to provide oil CCTV operator training for The Corps, one of the UK's major suppliers of security services.

Petards buys PI.
September 1, 2005... Digital recording systems manufacturer PI Vision has been acquired by Petards. David Myers, managing director of PI Vision, will join Petards as sales & marketing director.

Video and biometrics to be explored in counter terrorism projects.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... The European Commission is putting 15 million Euros into researching technologies--including CCTV and biometrics--designed to combat terrorism. A total of eight technology projects and five support projects were selected as part of the...

Mike Constant: CCTV Today's technical guru.(OBITUARY)
September 1, 2005... CCTV Today has learnt, with great sadness, that Mike Constant died in early September. As a valued supporter of this magazine, dating back to its first issue in January 1994, Mike's wealth of technical experience benefited countless readers...

Video images 'crucial' in shooting investigation.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... IMAGES from CCTV cameras are playing a key role in the investigation into the shooting of Jean Charles de Menezes at Stockwell Tube station on 22 July. Amid early press speculation that cameras were either not working, or that images had...

Network video recorders touch down at Luton airport.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... THE final phase of the London Luton Airport IP-based installation is now complete, with the adoption of networked video recorders (NVRs) to replace the original digital video recorders (DVRs) and matrix hardware. Some 24 standalone NVIR...

ANPR boosts power station.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... COTTAM Power Station has had a new ANPR system installed at its Nottinghamshire site. The CitySync system was installed in conjunction with Eclipse Digital Software and will form part of the plant's bespoke security and site management...

Brutal attack caught on camera.(IN ACTION)
September 1, 2005... A man caught on camera carrying out a savage assault has been jailed for four years. The footage is believed to have showed the man kicking and stamping on his victim more than 30 times. The incident, which took place on 20 November last year...

CCTV shop thief sentenced.(IN ACTION)
September 1, 2005... A thief who was caught on eight cameras as he stole a laptop from a CCTV shop has been given a 12-month community order by Manchester magistrates on 25 August. Michael Adams, 20, from Miles Platting, admitted stealing a laptop from CCTV...

Attacker detained on mental grounds.(IN ACTION)
September 1, 2005... An attempted rape caught on camera has led to the attacker being sent to a secure mental unit. It is thought to be the first time on attempted rape case has gone to court where the victim was never Identified. Farhan Osman, 27, was detained...

Plumber fined for taking a leak.(IN ACTION)
September 1, 2005... A plumber filmed relieving himself in a customer's loft has been fined 3778 [pounds sterling], including costs, and ordered to undertake 150 hours of community service. He was captured on video by Trading Standards officers. He was convicted of...

Command & control at the core of New York's $212m system.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... IN one of the most ambitious projects of its kind, the New York City transportation system is to see 1000 extra cameras and intelligent video analysis installed in a $212m contract over the next three years. The lead contractor, Lockheed...

Northern Line image system installed just in time for attempted bombings.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... IN a rapid response to the London Tube bombs, Alstom Transport, which supplies and maintains trains on the Northern Line, has taken delivery of image review workstations from Wavelet Technology to help manage and analyse images from its...

IP beefs up butcher's operation.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... THE combination of Milestone XProtect Enterprise IP-video surveillance software and Mobotix network video cameras is helping to maintain industry specifications and quality at UK catering butcher Fairfax Meadow. "The underlying reason for...

Integration focus at Live '05.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... NORBAIN has unveiled its seminar programme for this year's LIVE '05 regional security events, with integration and CCTV as a value-added tool featuring as two of the topics. Running between 20 September and 13 October, the series of events...

The British Security Industry Association.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2005... The British Security Industry Association has announced a number of new appointments following its recent annual general meeting. Adam Wiseberg of RemGuard will become the Association's new vice-chairman, replacing Tim Geddes of Yeoman...

Bosch Security Systems.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2005... Bosch Security Systems has expanded its UK marketing communications team following the recent appointment of managing director Jeremy Hockham. Samantha Dean has now become marketing communications manager for the company responsible for all...

IP-surveillance specialist Axis Communications has boosted its UK team with the recruitment of Nick Platt-Higgins as UK business development manager.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2005... IP-surveillance specialist Axis Communications has boosted its UK team with the recruitment of Nick Platt-Higgins as UK business development manager. As well as having responsibility for developing the business within the CCTV and IT integrator...

Siemens Building Technologies.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2005... With 23 years' sales experience in the security industry, Mike Cole has been appointed UK sales manager for Siemens Building Technologies' security products division. Mike is based at the company's UK headquarters in Staines, Middlesex, and is...

CBC.(PEOPLE)
September 1, 2005... CBC has expanded its sales presence in Ireland with the appointment of Michael Grufferty. In his position as sales manager for Ireland, Michael will be responsible for the growth of the company's range of CCTV products under its Computar and...

Applying science to image detection.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... AN image analysis training course for security, defence and police professionals--believed to be the first of its kind in the UK--has been launched, with its first group of delegates starting in October. The course aims to help people...

Biometric standards published.(NEWS)
September 1, 2005... BSI Business Information has published four new international standards on biometrics technology, which cover finger minutiae, finger image, face image and iris image data. Written for use in identity management systems, the BS ISO/IEC...

Exotic surprises.(EXCELLENCE AWARDS)
September 1, 2005... Months of preparation will come to a climax on 4 October when the industry's premier awards night is held at the Hilton Hotel in London's Park Lane. The shortlisted finalists from the 14 different categories will be competing for one of...

Proving its value: CCTV may have won over some of the sceptics in the wake of the London terrorist attacks. But the events have highlighted a number of problems that need to be addressed if the UK's video surveillance infrastructure is to evolve into an effective counter-terrorism tool. Peter Fry director of the CCTV User Group dissects the key issues.(USER GROUP)
September 1, 2005... THE HORRIFIC scenes following the bombings in London in July will be remembered for many years, and our thoughts must go out to all the innocent victims and their families, whose lives were changed in a few short seconds. Our thoughts also go...

BSIA viewpoint: Adam Wiseberg, vice-chairman of the BSIA and chairman of its CCTV Section, looks at the recent tragic events in London from a video surveillance perspective, highlights the results of BSIA research on the sector, and underlines the need for effective maintenance of CCTV solutions.(BSIA)
September 1, 2005... The impact of the bombings FOLLOWING the tragic events of 7 July and the attempted bombings two weeks later, CCTV has been in the spotlight like never before and a number of BSIA members have assisted the police in reviewing images. ...

Train spotting: security and surveillance on public transport systems was under intense scrutiny even before the London bombings this summer. Here we look at two of the many new installations around the world--one in San Francisco the other in London.(TRANSPORT)(Cover Story)
September 1, 2005... Efficiency has to be a way of life at San Francisco Municipal Railway (Muni), Each day, the public transit authority is responsible for the safe and punctual transportation of more than half a million people, and the operation of a 1,000...

Port of call: shipping ports are under greater pressure to tighten up security on their sites to guard against the threat of terrorism and other criminal acts. We look at how one port in Ireland has responded to the call.(TRANSPORT)
September 1, 2005... Since July last year, shipping ports across Europe have needed to satisfy new security requirements in accordance with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. In order to help it meet the Code even more effectively,...

Squeezing the bits: the surge in sales of Digital Video Recorders (DVRs) and networked systems has brought the subject of video compression well and truly into the spotlight. But what is video compression and why do we need it? Tim Williams unravels the issues.(VIDEO COMPRESSION)
September 1, 2005... Video compression is the art of reducing the size of digital video, hopefully without changing how it looks, Raw digital video is too large to transmit over available networks and too big to record on affordable hard disks, Consequently, we...

Elevated response: new regulations have tightened up risk assessment and safety procedures for work carried out at height. Steve Kellett looks at the main issues for the CCTV industry.(HEALTH & SAFETY)
September 1, 2005... As an industry that deals with surveillance, much of CCTV installation and maintenance work is carried out at height involving obvious risks, In 2003/4 falls from height accounted for 67 fatal accidents at work and nearly 4000 major injuries,...

The interpreters: as CCTV applications grow in size and the move to fully integrated solutions gathers pace, the more imperative it is for management systems to handle multiple camera technologies. Ken Sutherland explores how network abstraction can make this possible.(CAMERA INTEGRATION)
September 1, 2005... It can often be difficult to meet the requirements of a large-scale or complicated project using only one type and manufacturer of camera. Often, in order to meet the various geographical, lighting and environmental conditions encountered...

Retail rewards: in such a technologically-focused industry, the human element sometimes gets overlooked. But control room design can make a huge impact on the effectiveness of security systems.(SHOPPING CENTRES)
September 1, 2005... With easy access for large numbers of shoppers, and high-value goods in stores to protect, retail centres can be especially demanding environments for control room operators. To help its operators work more effectively, integrator G1...

It's the full works: as the integration of security and protection systems with other elements of buildings management gathers pace, so does the breadth of knowledge needed by security specialists across a whole range of product areas. Total Workplace Management (TWM) is a new exhibition aiming to bridge the knowledge gaps.(EXHIBITION & CONFERENCE PREVIEW)
September 1, 2005... Total Workplace Management 2005, a new exhibition aimed at all those who contribute to making the workplace function in an effective way as possible, will take place from 11-13 October 2005 at Earls Court 2, London. TWM05 will bring buyers...

Set-up gets simpler.(Network cameras)
September 1, 2005... Whether it's due to the inertia of installers or ignorance from end-users, IP-video supporters are finding the analogue camera a tough beast to kill off. Nevertheless, when it comes to IP, more and more manufacturers are putting their money...

Bewator introduces a Pro.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Described as high-quality, powerful and simple to use, the Eventys Pro 32 from Bewator is a 32-channel DVR and combined matrix. The new model is based on the same platform as the existing Eventys recorder range, but it includes some new...

Small network camera packs a punch.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... With dimensions of 2 x 1 x 3 inches, the Axis 207 is believed to be the world's smallest MPEG-4 network camera, according to Axis Communications. The camera features MPEG-4 image compression to provide high image quality of any camera, It...

Power performance.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Supporting Power-over-Ethernet (POE) technology, the VB-C50FSi fixed-mount network camera is available from Canon. Installation is said to be quick and easy and, when connected to a compliant Ethernet network, there is no need to install a...

Meeting IP demand with camera/server combo.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... In response to increasing demand for video-over-IP solutions, the VN-7551P IP camera/server has been launched by Vicon. The camera has an integral video server that is equipped with a 100Mbps LAN interface board for direct connection to a...

Travel trade.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... CBC, the manufacturer of Computar and Ganz CCTV products, is launching a mobile DVR for transport applications. Described as a compact, versatile, flexible and powerful eight-channel DVR, it has been engineered to cope with the shock and...

High resolution integration.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... In addition to supporting traditional CCTV and standard resolution IP cameras, the Universal Video Management System (UVMS) from PI Vision now supports IQinVision's 1,2 and 3 megapixel IQeye product lines, The UVMS is a network digital...

Making an Xstream entrance.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Described as a high performance, entry level DVR, Xstream has 16 camera inputs and delivers up to 25 frames per second of high-quality video from each camera. Developed by Vigilant, it also has the capability to offer 16 channels of...

Warming to the elements.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... The TPH-3000 external camera housing from Genie CCTV features a new low-power heating element, drawing a maximum current of 700 mA. According to the company, the housing is IP 66 rated and manufactured from high-quality die cast alloy,...

ANPR addition to digital video.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Geutebruck is now offering ANPR with its MultiScope III digital CCTV and alarm management system. The optical character recognition software reads and recognises characters on other objects, as well as number plates on vehicles. The MultiScope...

Customer support.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Mitsubishi Electric's Visual Information Systems division now offers installers the opportunity to become a Mitsubishi Approved Installer for its range of security products. The programme is being launched to ensure that customers receive...

Constant in design.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... The latest additions to Siemens Building Technologies' CCTV portfolio are four new cameras, all of which use the same body design as existing cameras in the range. According to the company, not only does this simplify system installation, it...

Choice of compression.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... COE Group's X-Class MPEG4 codec now supports M-JPEG compression. This provides a seamless upgrade path for its Network Rail approved E-Class M-JPEG codec, explains the company. COE X-class, which is part of the COE-net range of products, is...

In spite of low light.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Minidomes which feature an ultra-wide dynamic range (UWDR) form the DDF3000A family of products from Dallmeier electronic. The mini fixed dome cameras offer very high resolution of more than 500 TV lines, combined with a high dynamic range...

REG captures number plates while on the move.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Named REG Mobile, the latest addition to the REG range of number plate capture units has been unveiled by Derwent. Described as a complete integrated solution for accurate number plate capture, REG Mobile can be used in a wide range of...

Intelligence quota.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Available from GeoVision, the new GV-DVR (1480S/1240S/1120S) system includes a built-in GV-combo card, and pre-installed intelligent surveillance software. Described as a complete and powerful security recording system for local and remote...

Panoramic playback.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Featuring an internal multi-standard DVD re-writer and 'panoramic playback', which enables the unit to show every image recorded in a 4x4 montage, an enhanced version of the LG LDV-S154 Triplex 16-channel digital DVR is now available from Genie...

Telemetry and camera in one.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... The first collaboration between Sony Europe's ISS (Image Sensing Solutions) division and Videotec, brings together the Ulisse positioning unit and the Sony FCB-EX980 Series C camera into a fully integrated surveillance unit. The system...

UTP designer guide updated.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Video transmission products provider, Network Video Technologies (NVT), has updated its comprehensive guide to using video over unshielded twisted pair cable (UTP). Created to assist CCTV designers to obtain high-performance results for...

Audiovisual and video monitoring in one IP suite.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Forming part of its new IPELA range of audiovisual and network video monitoring solutions, the SNC-RZ25P and SNC-RZ30P network cameras have been launched by Sony. With these latest models, an integral web server allows pictures to be sent by...

Just the one.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Said to offer a single panel platform solution for access control, alarm monitoring and digital recording, the ACUVision panel 1.0 has been developed by GE's Security business. ACUVision combines digital video recording capabilities, GE's...

Axis forms bond with Goldeneye.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Axis Communications will supply its software to Goldeneye UK as the remote monitoring firm launches its first pure IP-based Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) in the UK. Working closely with Axis Communications, Goldeneye UK has recently opened...

Low light fantastic.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Adding to its range of 520 TV lines cameras, the VCC-4795P is now available from Sanyo. Described as a day/night camera which delivers super high-resolution colour images down to 0.03 lux, the camera requires just 0.01 lux illumination to...

Graphic gains.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... An improved 3D design technique for graphic maps is a feature of the latest version of Datalog 4, the security management software application from Cortech Developments. The maps, so instrumental to the graphics user interface are designed...

Recording capacity just got bigger.(PRODUCTS & SERVICES)
September 1, 2005... Videoswitch is now equipping its Vi200, Vi400 and Vi600 digital video recorder (DVRs) with Hitachi 500Gb hard drives. The Vi series offers out-of-the box recording, built-in CD writers, removable hard drives and electric blue keypads,...

Hoyles.(Product Showcase)
September 1, 2005... Do you install CCTV Systems? Did you know all operators of CCTV systems have a legal obligation to comply with the Data Protection Act 1998? This applies to systems that are able to survey areas to which the public have largely free and...

Product Shop International.(Product Showcase)
September 1, 2005... Product Shop International the leading independent TFT LCD screen importer has secured a range of high end 15.17, 19 and 20 inch monitors that once again lower the price threshold for professional performance. Ideal for security...

Genie CCTV.(Product Showcase)
September 1, 2005... Genie CCTV now supplies an enhanced version of the popular LG LDV-S154 Triplex 16-channel digital DVR with an internal Multi Standard DVD re-writer. The LG model LDV-S154C DVR is suitable for a wide range of applications including remote...

ClearView Communications.(Product Showcase)
September 1, 2005... ClearView Communications launch new bluetooth wireless CCTV cameras and DVRs. These are ideal for applications requiring rapid or covert deployment, or where cabling would be unsightly or impractical. The wireless transmission range is up...

Genie CCTV.
September 1, 2005... The new TPH-3000 external camera housing from Genie CCTV utilises a new lower power heating element, drawing a maximum current of only 700 mA, making it extremely economical to buy and operate. The housing is IP-66 rated and manufactured from...

Sanyo.(Product Showcase)
September 1, 2005... Sanyo have added to their range of 520 TV lines cameras with the introduction of VCC-4795P. The VCC-4795P is a Day/Night camera which delivers high resolution colour images down to 0.03 lux and requires just 0.01 lux illumination to produce...

Cortech Developments.(Product Showcase)
September 1, 2005... Cortech Developments are pleased to announce the latest innovation to the UK's leading security management software application--Datalog 4. Following careful market research and discussions with key clients, Cortech have taken the step to...