Surveillance systems: Getting the most from an analog system
IP video is the "buzz" of the video surveillance industry, and it certainly does have a number of clear advantages. However, while the future is likely to be networked video, the present is most certainly analog. IP shipments may be growing at a breakneck speed, but they started from a very small number. The vast majority of today's video shipments and installed base is still analog.
Sure, it would be nice if we could jump to the latest technology, but for most of us, that is not possible. We have significant investments in the systems we have. In this environment, we will need to squeeze the most return out of the company's investment. Still, while a wholesale upgrade may not be in the cards, a few tweaks here and there can make a major difference in the value your system delivers.
From Security InfoWatch, March 16, 2010
NY Fire Dept. Gets Access to SecureWatch24 Videos on Private Sites
The New York City Fire Department has entered into an agreement with New York-based SecureWatch 24 (SW24), granting the Fire Department access to the surveillance video network that SW24 operates in many New York City commercial and residential buildings on behalf of its property owner clients.
The SW24 network will enable the Fire Department to access video surveillance cameras in buildings all across the city, where owners have agreed to allow such access. The cameras are located in public areas like hallways, lobbies and courtyards, as well as non-tenant areas such as roofs and boiler rooms.
From Government Video, March 10, 2010
California updates video surveillance for forest fires
A system of high-resolution video cameras and microwave relays has been switched on to look for wild fires in El Dorado County.
Vicom Wireless of El Dorado Hills designed and built the forest fire surveillance and detection system for the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
From Central Valley Business Times, March 09, 2010
San Jose Airport makes $1.2 billion overhaul, migrates to IP
A $1.2 billion modernization project at the Mineta San José International Airport, which is slated for completion in June, has improved the operational efficiency of the airport and enabled its transition to an IP-based security system.
From Security Director News, March 09, 2010
Colorado: Bill that limits video surveillance by insurance firms of workers comp recipients passes House
A bill that would rein in video surveillance by insurance companies of workers comp recipients was approved in its third reading in the Colorado House.
House Bill 10-1012, sponsored by Democratic state Rep. Sal Pace, next heads to the Colorado Senate.
Under the bill, claimants would be allowed to ask for a hearing to find out why they are being investigated by the insurance company and individuals conducting the surveillance would be required to respond.
From The Examiner, March 08, 2010
San Jose Airport Deploys DVTel System
Mineta San José International Airport has upgraded its security system to a DVTel intelligent Security Operations Center (iSOC), an IP-based video surveillance solution, the company said in a statement.
From Aviation News, March 03, 2010
Madison (WI): Plan for security cameras on all buses near complete
Madison’s Metro Transit will complete a three-year plan to install security cameras on all buses by mid-March.
The plan to install cameras on all 203 buses in the Madison area began in 2007 to address increasing incidents of fights and other disorderly behavior on the buses. Metro spokesperson Mick Rusch credits the cameras for a 15 percent decrease in incidents from 2008 to 2009.
From The Badger Herald, March 01, 2010
GDSF Asia 2010 to provide a wealth of information on video surveillance industry developments
The 9th annual Global Digital Solutions Forum (GDSF), held concurrently with SecuTech Expo 2010, explores IP surveillance trends, benefits and applications.
GDSF Asia 2010 invites world-class security providers to discuss security developments. The forum's theme, Driving IP Convergence, focuses on integration's role in changing security.
From Source Security, February 25, 2010
Port Authority installs camera alarms at Newark airport after security breach
hen Haisong Jiang slipped past a distracted guard to give his girlfriend a goodbye kiss in a restricted area of Newark Liberty International Airport last month, the lovesick doctoral student did more than just shut down the main terminal of one of America’s busiest airports.
He inadvertently brought to light gaping holes in the airport’s security net.
From New Jersey News, February 25, 2010
Report: Big Growth Ahead for IP SAN in Video Surveillance
IP SAN (IP Storage Area Network) solutions will be the fastest-growing product type in the market for enterprise and IP storage in video surveillance applications over the next few years according to a new market research report.
IMS Research predicts the world IP SAN market will grow at a compound annual growth rate of 66.7 percent between 2008 and 2013.
From Government Video, February 25, 2010
