Omnicast 4.7 provides support for new hardware and includes cutting-edge product features such as video trickling, simplification of unit enrolment, HTTPS support on selected cameras, cross line detection support for Axis Communications’ cameras and the addition of four new languages.
With Omnicast 4.7, Genetec – a specialist in the field of IP surveillance solutions – has added an array of new camera models to its list of supported hardware.
Now fully compatible are the new Q1921 and Q1921-E IP thermal cameras from Axis, the latest H.264 cameras and the H.264 16-channel decoder released by Bosch and the current HD and full HD H.264 cameras from Sony.
Also, with Omnicast 4.7 it’s now possible to trickle video from edge devices. Video trickling leverages the recording capabilities of the edge devices (IP cameras and encoders) by providing the ability to choose and transfer the video from the edge on demand and store it in Omnicast for long-term archiving.
This new feature allows for increased recording reliability, bandwidth usage optimisation (by only transferring video of interest at the right time) and the opportunity to lower costs of remote site recording by going ‘server-less’.
HTTPS support: a further enhancement
HTTPS support is another enhancement in this latest version of Omnicast. HTTPS support increases security of the edge device communications by encrypting the commands and controls of the cameras.
The support for HTTPS is available with all Axis cameras and encoders, fifth generation Sony cameras and the Genetec extension (when supported by the partner).
Omnicast’s unit enrolment process has also been simplified. It’s now possible to search and enroll cameras by manufacturer name and add units into the system based on a specific IP address range so that multiple units can be added simultaneously. This saves considerable time during set-up.
As mentioned, another addition to Omnicast is the support for Axis Communications cameras’ cross line detection feature. Customers can now monitor and handle cross line alarms within Omnicast, and search for cross line alarms directly from the Archive Player.
In order to enhance the user experience, Arabic, Persian, Thai and Russian languages have been added to Omnicast 4.7. The user interface has also been adjusted to read from right to left in both Arabic and Persian.
“Omnicast 4.7 is extremely feature-rich,” explained Francis Lachance, Omnicast product manager at Genetec.
“With the addition of video trickling, Genetec has raised the bar in its level of integration with edge devices. The release of Omnicast 4.7 proves again just how committed Genetec is to constantly improving and evolving its product offering to meet the requirements of the industry.”
Innovative and networked security solutions
Genetec is a pioneer in the physical security and public safety industry and a global provider of IP license plate recognition (LPR), video surveillance and access control solutions to markets such as transportation, education, retail, gaming, Government and more.
With sales offices and partnerships around the world, Genetec has established itself as a leader when it comes to innovative networked solutions by employing a high level of flexibility and forward-thinking principles into the development of its core technology and business solutions.
Genetec’s corporate culture is an extension of these very same principles, encouraging a dynamic and innovative workforce that’s dedicated to the development of cutting-edge solutions and to exceptional customer care.
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