IFSEC Global takes readers through the latest product launches and software updates to hit the security market throughout February 2023. This month we cover everything from AI surveillance, thermal cameras and shock detection, through to security system apps and new partnerships.
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New Integration with IMMIX
Arcules announced the release of its integration with Immix Central Station (IMMIX CS) and Guard Force (IMMIX GF). The integration aims to provide Central Station and Guard Force users a way to manage, verify and respond to security events while leveraging Arcules-managed video feeds.
“Our central monitoring customers and institutions with large security teams have been asking for a more comprehensive solution that combines the flexibility of a cloud VMS with the alarm management efficiency of IMMIX CS and GF, and this integration meets this growing requirement,” said Steve Prodger, Chief Revenue Officer, Arcules. ”We are confident that joint customers will find that this solution combines the best of cloud video and robust alarm monitoring services.”
This integration is said to make it easier for IMMIX CS and GF operators to view live and recorded cloud-based video, receive alarm notifications and health alerts, using the Immix software after an initial one-time setup with Arcules. The result aims to be a solution that accommodates the continued growth of cloud-based video management services by businesses across multiple markets.
VAST Security Station for AI surveillance
VIVOTEK will launch its AI security system, VAST Security Station (VSS), in March.
VSS is a surveillance platform that combines AI and edge computing technologies to achieve more accurate facial recognition and vehicle detection ‘in real-time’ by integrated cameras. VSS is capable of managing up to 20,000 cameras simultaneously and offers an array of intelligent image analysis tools for query accuracy and information security, aiming to enhance operational management and efficiency. In celebration of its upcoming release, VIVOTEK is offering a migration promotion from VAST 2 to VSS Professional, starting on 8 March.
VSS will be available in three tiers – VSS Lite is the base tier and free to use, VSS Standard is designed to be cost-effective for SMEs, and VSS Professional is geared for medium to large enterprises with a high demand for 24-hour centralised management.
VSS offers a range of advanced network security management tools, including data protection, comprehensive transmission and video encryption, antivirus integration, and real-time warning functionality.
The AI analytics aims to make incident prevention and post-event evidencing easier with front-end cameras that include AI image detection capabilities. Images are then processed using VIVOTEK’s proprietary Deep Search technology so that users can perform attribute search, scene search, and re-search across ‘tens of thousands’ of cameras to accurately filter gender, age, clothing colour, accessories, vehicle type or vehicle colour.
AI box launched for surveillance
IDIS has expanded its range of AI-powered add-on devices with the launch of the AI Box for surveillance, the DV-1304-A.
The AI box provides users with the benefits of AI-video through a ‘simple and affordable’ four-channel add-on box, removing the need for analytics software or to upgrade to edge AI cameras.
The device aims to allow highly accurate and multi-function analysis from a single camera without the need for calibration.
Pre-installed with the IDIS Deep Learning Engine, according to the firm, the box can be connected to existing NVRs. Leveraging the DirectIP plug-and-play technology, users can deploy additional boxes to expand their systems.
Users are also said to benefit from accurate analytics such as object detection – including people, cars, and bikes – line crossing, loitering detection, and face detection, with the additional benefits of faster and more efficient event search.
Using either the cost-free, full-featured IDIS Center or enterprise-class IDIS Solution Suite VMS, operators can configure real-time notifications to oversee everyday events and receive alerts to potential threats before losses or damage occurs.
Multi-directional + PTZ camera for outdoor use
I-PRO will expand its multi-sensor line with a multi-directional + PTZ camera. The WV-X86531-Z2 features edge AI capabilities, advanced cybersecurity, and vandal resistance for a wide range of deployment options.
Traditional multi-sensor + PTZ cameras tend to be heavy and bulky which has relegated their deployments to exterior, elevated mounting positions, according to i-PRO. The new outdoor-rated and vandal-proof WV-X86531-Z2 camera claims to be nearly ‘half the weight’ of competing multi-directional PTZ cameras. At 3.8 kg and 250 x 195 mm, it is a discreet and smaller camera, which operators benefit from lower mount heights and improved viewings angles for better AI performance.
The camera supports up to four 5MP multi-sensors in addition to the 2MP PTZ sensor. Each multi-sensor has a 3.2mm focal length and a 97° field of view aiming to support up to 360° of panoramic coverage. The in-built auto-tracking PTZ camera features a 21x optical zoom and 4.0 to 84.6mm focal length. The camera is integrated so there’s ‘no need’ for double assembly, and no calibration is required between the multi-sensor cameras and PTZ camera to set the angle of view.
Dual-radio solution in partnership with Orisec
CSL have extended their Connected range, including a dual-radio solution, in partnership with Orisec.
The dual-path variants are said to be available to order via users’ chosen ARC. This includes DP2 variants, Radio + Radio, LAN + Radio and Wi-Fi + Radio.
CSL Connected aims to provide connectivity directly to the ARC via the Gemini Global Platform, offering installers ‘full-proof’ single and dual-path alarm signalling. The App is then designed to allow users to set and unset their alarm systems, view and control cameras, receive alerts live-time and manage their devices with full remote access.
Andy Bromley, CSL’s Strategic Product Manager, commented: “We are delighted to announce the extension of our hugely popular, CSL Connected Range. With our Connected Partner, Orisec, we are introducing the first dual-radio solution to the market. Just like our leading DualCom Pro Range, these dual-path variants of CSL Connected come with network-diverse 4G SIMs, to maximise uptime and provide even greater resilience”.
Low Frame Rate cameras added to thermal range
Hanwha Techwin Europe has launched three new additions to the Wisenet T range, the TNO-L3030T, TNO-L4030T, and TNO-L4030TR.
The thermal cameras feature a low frame rate of 8fps, and come with maximum 320×240 (QVGA) and 640×480 (VGA) resolution support and a built-in 13.7/13 mm fixed lens.
Clear day and night detection are said to be delivered by the thermal cameras along with the ability to visually monitor the temperature of scenes with vivid colour palettes and on-screen displays.
Aimed at manufacturing and industrial facilities, air and seaports and mining areas, the devices are said to work in challenging weather such as fog, smoke and rain, and different lighting conditions including complete darkness and backlit areas. Images are high contrast to clearly show temperature differences between an object and a background, so that users can detect incidents more easily.
The thermal cameras come with edge-based video and audio analytics for ‘extra operational efficiency’ and situational awareness. Sound classification based on the frequency of a sound source can alert operators when an abnormal sound is detected such as screaming or possible aggression. Motion detection, appear/disappear, enter/exit and virtual line is designed to send an alert when objects enter and move through a defined space. The cameras are also said to detect possible tampering and come equipped with shock detection.
Augmented reality app
2N has launched an augmented reality app, 2N AppeAR, that allows architects, engineers, integrators and installers to see how the company’s products would look if incorporated into their projects.
For every 2N product, 2N AppeAR is said to provide detailed 3D models, technical information, useful videos, and the option to view them disassembled. It also enables ‘virtual installation’ so that architects and installers can ensure that the 2N product they have chosen is the right fit for their project.
The app is designed so that a user can point their phone at the place they are considering installing the device and an augmented reality image of it would appear on the screen ‘as if it were in the room’. Through the app, users are said to be able to evaluate the products for size, shape and positioning, as well as trying out different colour variations.
2N AppeAR follows two other 2N tools that have ‘proved popular’ with architects: 2N Virtual Experience, a 3D animation tool to facilitate the planning process and help ensure that the best possible access control solution is proposed for each project, and 2N Project Designer, a step-by-step guide aimed to save partners time when planning both commercial and residential installations.
2N AppeAR is already available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
Impaq S G3 shock sensor released
The new Impaq S G3 from Texecom is designed to provide shock detection performance with VIBER Accelerometer Technology for intruder detection. The device also features the aesthetics ‘demanded’ for high end residential and commercial properties while being easier to install.
“We’re pleased to add the new easy to install Impaq S G3 shock sensor to our portfolio, with flexibility at its heart, it is the perfect choice for applications where switching between Grade 2 and Grade 3 devices may be necessary” said Michael Govier, Product Manager.
“What’s more, Texecom’s leading built-in VIBER Accelerometer Technology provides a much higher level of accuracy for vibration detection compared to piezoelectric technology reducing the level of false alarms; making this the perfect device for both commercial and high-end residential settings”.
Technology integration with Veracity
Videonetics announces its collaboration with Veracity, bringing together Intelligent VMS (IVMS) 3.0 with VIEWSCAPE, aimed to offer a solution for gaining visual intelligence and incident management along with forensic tools from a centralised interface. Security personnel are said to be able to ‘enhance’ their situational awareness along with handling threats and incidents proactively in any size of installation.
The purpose-built integration between Intelligent VMS and VIEWSCAPE aims to offer alarm-based correlation for viewing live or recorded feeds fetched within VIEWSCAPE. Additionally, the alarms and alerts are generated by Videonetics IVMS related to the system health, operator activity or anomalies detected by its built-in Video Analytics engine.
The operators are designed to investigate incidents as soon as they receive and accept alarms in VIEWSCAPE, and is said to pull the live or playback feeds from Videonetics Intelligent VMS. Operators can have quick analysis of health monitoring of CCTV devices on their dashboard through Videonetics IVMS.
Deployable IO System
Designed to support construction sites in improving security, Sunstone Systems has unveiled a rapidly deployable security and communication hub, supporting multiple CCTV cameras and with options to scale as required.
The security version of the IO provides surveillance with intrusion detection, perimeter security alerts and other AI Video Analytics options that can be streamed, via a mobile network, to any location or device. It also comes with a PA horn for instant, live or pre-recorded audio deterrents and out-of-hours alarm monitoring with pre-agreed escalation process.
Said to be capable of connecting to multiple IO devices on one site to expand its range of services, the solution can be moved and set up in hard-to-reach areas. Along with connecting to various sensors like environmental monitors, IOT devices, and PIR sensors, it can accommodate different types of cameras from multiple manufacturers, including thermal imaging. The base of the product is in a secure, lockable and vandal-resistant cabinet. It is also fitted with tamper alerts and battery back-up in the event of power failure, while all data stored is encrypted and cyber secure, according to the manufacturer.
