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Cathexis Hybrid DVR

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Cathexis catSytems.

Cathexis are a well established manufacturer of digital surveillance equipment. The catSystem range offers both hardware and software products that boast a level of flexibility not seen in many products of this type.

Customised for every requirement.

The catSystems have the ability to to allow the customer to specify a custom built recording suite that allows hybrid integration of both new and existing cameras, both analogue and IP.

H.264

Using H.264 compression technology high performance is assured. Used extensively in the retail and mining sectors, a powerful database engine allows real-time recording and monitoring. This, synchronised with audio allows customers to build a system exactly suited to their needs. This solution means no over specified unit costing more than is actually required allowing more budget to be spent on quality cameras as well.

Hybrid DVR solution.

The Cathexis DVR has an application to meet every need it has been engineered for stability and reliability and the fault monitoring side of the product with full system logging is a godsend for installers. It is highly net-workable for hybrid options and remote monitoring and maintenance gives CCTV control staff high levels of functionality through advanced CCTV software.

Integrated CCTV.

Finally third party integration has been considered a must in the the design of this product allowing fire systems, access control and EPOS all to be seamlessly integrated. A robust product designed for blue chip companies can also be used by medium sized business as well. A visit to the website would not go amiss.

Ievo biometric fingerprint reader. New and different

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Biometric finger print reader…with a difference.

Ievo has emerged in the last few months as one of the leading players in the biometric reader market. The reason for this is that innovative design has been used to overcome all the problems previously experienced in this field.

So what is different?

Most biometric finger print readers are plagued by issues caused by dirt and grease, cold weather and rain. Where Ievo have overcome this is by applying multi-spectral imaging technology that reads the fingerprint in a unique way never approached before. Using knowledge gained in the health-care sector the reader looks not just for the fingerprint on the surface of the skin but characteristics from under the skin layer itself. This approach actually means that a thin rubber glove can actually be worn and the read success is still 100%.

Integrates into Paxton access control.

The fact that many of the big access control manufactures are willing to integrate the Ievo reader into their products proves just how successful this product is and will become, notably Paxton have led the way and seized the chance to enhance their access control systems with the Ievo reader.

Not just for access control solutions.

The most interesting thing about biometric readers is the applications that this technology can be applied to and this is not just opening doors. A scheme in Wiltshire has been deployed by the police to identify under-age teenagers purchasing drink for instance and just think how it could be applied to only allow authorised people to operate and start machinery. However, the scope for replacing expensive unreliable insecure cards with a persons unique fingerprint is a highly appealing thought. Just think of the cost savings that a national or even multinational organization could save in a relatively short space of time..

Data protection.

The reader holds no data. All the fingerprint owners details are held within the access control database and the fingerprint itself is simply converted into data format alleviating any data protection issues.

Unique in the biometric market place.

Quite simply we have not seen anything like this product in the past , it has the potential to change the way access control is sold and as long as Ievo can integrate to more of the big players ..quite simply the sky is the limit!

IP camera 200 series integrates with Milestone

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Milestone VMS.

Milestone has become the first video management software platform to integrate the Bosch IP 200 series camera. Both products are ONVIF compliant and milestone are able to offer a plug and play solution.

Bosch IP 225 and 255 cameras.

The Bosch IP 200 series is a brilliant concept for small retail business and the fact that it offers  excellent compression and on board storage means no DVR is required. This makes it a highly appealing option for one or two camera solutions.

Cost saving on CCTV.

With the cuts beginning to bite deep in the UK economy the alliance between Milestone and Bosch has got many thinking how it could also fit into areas such as social care.

Interesting…very interesting.

So this collaboration between two of the giants in the IP camera market is certainly interesting and will only help to cement the standing that the Bosch IP 200 series camera already holds in this niche market place.

CCTV.What do end users want?

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What do end users want/ expect from CCTV ?

Good live images.

Reliable DVRs.

Excellent service.

Robust products.

Future proofed solutions.

A quality installation.

Internet access to recordings.

Integration to access control /intruder alarms.

Megapixel and HD cameras.

Good compression over the network.

Recorded images that retain maximum quality.

Recorded images that can be zoomed into.

CCTV software thats easy to use.

Remote IT support.

Fast response to faults.

CCTV analytics

Remote CCTV monitoring.

Here at integrated CCTV we know this and we are able to give advice and help on how this can be achieved. With up to date news and reviews on all the latest IP PIXCs, HD solutions , Analytics and how to get the best out of your existing CCTV systems. If you have any questions on CCTV, Access control or security integration it is well worth viewing the site or asking us questions online. We will always be able to find you the answer you need.

Siemens Access Control Si-Pass Range

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Siemens – Si-pass range.

Siemens are famous for many different products both inside and outside the security industry.
They have now produced a range of access control solutions that aim to compete at the highest level with some of their competitors more recognised for access control manufacturing. Their Si pass Entro 6 software is the latest access control solution and is packed with features. It is able to handle up to 512 doors with up to 40000 users and can support 480 access groups. The access control software is able to allow 240 time schedules and has additional benefits such as alarm bypass roll call and anti pass back to ensure door security and to help maintain a high security level. The software is windows compatible on machines that run 2000 /vista and x/p as well as Vista. Other benefits include the ability to integrate the Siemans Sistore DVR and photo I’D.

Access door controller.

Together with software comes the SI- PASS SI 351-8 which is a door controller. The controller sits at the heart of the Entro system and can operate independently without the software. In the case of a network failure it acts as a disaster recovery system and can hold up to 10000 events that will instantly update once the failure is resolved. An excellent tool and one that can save lots of time and money.

SC7 smart card reader.

Siemens also have released the SC7 MIFARE smart card reader that can be used where access control is not the sole use of the smart card. It is integrated seamlessly into the entro controllers is IP 67 rated .The reader can recognise all industry standard smart cards and has been cleverly designed to be future proofed for new technologies that may be forthcoming onto the market.

Conclusion.

SI-PASS access control solutions have clearly been designed to compete along side some of the very best current technology on offer and there are also plans in place to integrate to CCTV and intruder alarms to give a complete integrated package. Worth following the product to see how this it progresses in the market place