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Vigitron collaborates with Seetec and Barox on integration platform for network switch range

Vigitron, global manufacturer of complete networking solutions, announces an integration platform for its line of network switches with the SeeTec Cayuga Video Management Software. The integration will allow for status checking and health monitoring of connected devices to Vigitron’s network switches that are operating on the VM software by the German SeeTec GmbH. Working in conjunction with Vigitron’s unique ability to monitor connected devices and automatically establish reconnect...

Vigitron expands regional sales team with appointment of Valorie Windsor

Vigitron, Inc., the provider of network solutions designed for IP/PoE applications, announces the appointment of Ms. Valorie Windsor as Mid-West Regional Sales Manager. In her capacity, Ms. Windsor will be responsible for managing Vigitron’s sales in a region extending from the Canadian to Mexican boarders. Ms. Windsor brings to Vigitron over 20 years of sales and business development experience in various aspects of the physical security with emphasis on video surveillance having held se...

Vigitron appoints Allan Stone as Eastern Regional Sales Manager

Vigitron, Inc, the provider of network solutions for security applications announces the addition of Mr. Allan Stone as Eastern Regional Sales Manager. Mr. Stone has over 30 years of experience in the security industry building relationships with end users, dealers, and distributors. “We are pleased Allan has elected to join the Vigitron team,” stated Neil Heller, Vigitron’s Vice President. “His extensive experience with developing sales channels will be critical as Vigi...

ISC West 2017: Vigitron introduces Vi3004/Vi3004LV and Vi3202 for conversion of analogue systems to IP

The Vigitron Vi3202 provides up to 60W PoE with a built-in coax extender for up to 5,000 feet At ISC West 2017, Vigitron will introduce its Vi3004/Vi3004LV and Vi3202, designed for easy conversion of existing analogue systems to IP.  Vigitron Vi3004LV The Vi3004LV is a 4-port Layer mini network switch providing two Fibre and two UTP ports. It can be used for either single cable runs of fibre or UTP. The Vi3004/Vi3004LV takes the place of network switches eliminating the...

ISC West 2017: Vigitron introduces first series of hybrid network switches designed for security applications

The new series also includes a low cost, high PoE switch and an unique Layer 3 core fibre switch At ISC West 2017, Vigitron will introduce the first series of Hybrid managed network switches designed for security applications. The new MaxiiNet™ Hybrid series adds to the existing managed switch product line to further address the needs of security systems. MaxiiNet™ Hybrid series The Hybrid series combines Extended Distance UTP, Coax, single pair wire, and F...

Designing an IP/PoE network infrastructure: Factors to consider

If one component within the infrastructure changes, other components may need to be changed too Developing a bill of materials for an infrastructure is not difficult if you have the right information. One word of caution: Infrastructures are unique. Each is individual, so don’t depend on drop-down menus; it simply will not work. If one component within the infrastructure changes, take the time to check and see if the rest of the components need to be changed, too. Let&...

Extenders convert media for longer video distance runs

IP/PoE systems eliminate the need for local power, thus saving installation costs Cost considerations are an important reason to use existing installed cable as part of a new system infrastructure. Extenders in the form of media converters can help. For almost three decades, video surveillance systems existed in the form of analogue systems. Video coaxial cable was the primary method of transmission with a limited distance of about 750 feet. Analogue systems required separate...

Beyond PoE standards – factors that can cause component failure

When a manufacturer states a specific PoE power for a camera, always count on the maximum class power source Power over Ethernet (PoE) is an important consideration in IP video security infrastructures, and many people believe Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) standards are the last word. However, when it comes to PoE, there is a wide range of both voltages and wattages that can qualify as being within an individual IEEE power class. This applies to both...

Choosing the right cable for networking infrastructure

The use of multiple wires has advantages for network transmission Network connection to a remote device begins by considering the type of cable. In some cases, installed cable may already be present and available for reuse, or you may have the option to install a new cable. Let’s review the major types of cable used for most security applications, their advantages and disadvantages. Types of cables In general, there are four major types of cable. First is coaxial cab...

Barox Kommunikations and Vigitron establish Design Centre to provide security network design services

The Design Centre will provide support for developing networking infrastructure solutions Vigitron, a provider of networking infrastructure solutions for security applications and Barox Kommunikation, a company for transmission technology, announce the establishment of a Design Centre service operating under both companies collaborative group, Vigitron Central Europe. Support for developing networking infrastructure The Design Centre will provide support for developing netwo...

Considerations when designing an IP video security infrastructure

Too often we attribute failure of connected devices to the devices themselves when the problem is actually an infrastructure failure Network infrastructures for security devices are complex. It may seem simple to connect an Ethernet cable to a cable modem, but the connection of IP cameras, access control devices and other IP/Power Over Ethernet (PoE) devices is not nearly so simple. Infrastructure is the heart of any system; and too often we attribute failure of connected devi...

Vigitron to showcase application solutions for access control, emergency response, HD systems and transmission at ISC West 2016

Vigitron new products will focus on 1000Mbps bandwidth support for its 5-port switches and Vi3003 product line Vigitron invites to visit its Booth #9130 at ISC West. This year, Vigitron is showcasing application solutions for access control, emergency response, VoIP phone systems, HD systems, and high power PoE long distance transmission. Vigitron Vi3202 offers 60W of PoE Vigitron's new products will focus on 1000Mbps (1G) bandwidth support for its popular series of the 5-p...

Vigitron completes inter-operational testing for Paxton Access' IP/PoE based products

Vigitron will be able to provide Paxton's sales channel with its Design Centre services to offer reliable networks Vigitron Inc., the leading manufacturer of infrastructure solutions for analogue, IP, and HD systems, is pleased to announce it has completed inter-operational testing for IP/PoE based products from Paxton Access Inc., market leader in IP access control, door entry and building intelligence systems. Vigitron will be able to provide Paxton's sales channel with the...

Vigitron and Superior Essex partnership to offer exceptional PoE cabling and infrastructure solutions

The combination of Superior Essex cable and Vigitron products provided power higher than 802.3at over distances of up to 1,200 feet Vigitron, Inc., a leading manufacturer and provider of analogue, IP and HD transmission solutions, has completed inter-operational testing with the Superior Essex PowerWise™ Category 5e+ 4PPoE 22 AWG cable. The combination of Vigitron products and Superior Essex cables results in the ability to provide 802.3af Class 2 Power-over-Ethernet (Po...

Vigitron and PCSC announce world-wide partnership for expansion of access control systems

Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC’s growing line of IP/PoE based access control products PCSC, a provider of state of the art access control systems, and Vigitron, Inc., a global leader in analogue and IP infrastructure transmission solutions, have announced the expansion of their relationship to form a world-wide partnership. Under this agreement, Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC’s growing line of IP/PoE based Access Co...

Vigitron to provide infrastructure transmission solutions to PCSC's IP/PoE access control products

Under the agreement, Vigitron will also provide service, training, and technology sharing for PCSC products PCSC, a provider of state of the art access control systems, and Vigitron, Inc., a global leader in analogue and IP infrastructure transmission solutions, have announced the expansion of their relationship to form a world-wide partnership. Under this agreement, Vigitron will provide infrastructure equipment for PCSC's growing line of IP/PoE based access control products,...

Wireless devices vulnerable to security network hacking – are closed network security systems the solution?

Any wireless device can be a soft target for hackers Security network hacking is one of the hottest topics today. The ability to access security systems or devices anywhere, leaves them vulnerable and prone to hacking. Any wireless device can be a soft target for hackers. Let’s start with the concept that nothing on a network is really secure. Let’s admit this to ourselves and take the next steps to make our security networks more secure. Internet of Things securi...

Networking basics for security professionals: Understanding the role of midspans to supply power

Just as with network switches, there are no real standards for midspans In general terms, a midspan is a power over Ethernet (PoE) power source that is placed between a network switch and the device being powered, hence the term midspan. The real question is, with almost all network switches providing PoE power, why do we need a midspan? The answer is, in some cases we don’t, but in others we do. As with any other product we have discussed, we need to first consider that...

Vigitron to provide network switches and PoE products to PCSC

Vigitron to provide reliable network switching and PoE products as part of PCSC’s IP access control solutions PCSC, a state-of-the-art designer and manufacturer of access control systems and Vigitron, Inc., a global leader in analogue and IP infrastructure transmission solutions, have announced a working partnership for Vigitron to provide reliable network switching and PoE products as part of PCSC’s IP access control solutions. Improving Fault Tolerant architectu...

Networking basics for security professionals: What network switches don’t do

Differences between standard data applications and the requirements of networks designed for IP video security applications are critical for your system's performance When the need to purchase a network switch arises, many IT directors immediately turn to two favourites, HP or Cisco. They have become to the networking environment what IBM was to computers: “No one ever got fired for buying IBM.” Certainly, switches play a crucial role in enhancing your network by i...

Networking basics for security professionals: The 60 Watt dilemma

Standards for camera manufacturers presented a new challenge with the introduction of security cameras that require more than 30 Watts of power Standards for camera manufacturers presented a new challenge with the introduction of security cameras that require more than 30 Watts of power. Many of these involve pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ) domes and heaters and blowers that require additional power. This development created two areas of confusion which is highlighted in this article by N...

Networking basics for security professionals: How does PoE work?

The action of a voltage applied to a resistance element, draws power from the switch’s PoE port We often think about a power supply operating in a single format. A power source provides power to a device. You plug it into a wall outlet and that’s all that happens. PoE power is a far more complex. There is interaction between the source providing power and the device receiving power. This interaction is governed under the 802.3 AF and AT standards. These differences...

Networking basics for security professionals: Network switch bandwidth limitations

Any part of a transmission infrastructure has a dramatic impact on system performance We often view network switches as transparent transmission products. What goes in comes out. In reality, nothing is further from the truth. In this article, Neil Heller - Vice President, Vigitron, Inc. highlights that any part of a transmission infrastructure has a dramatic impact on transmission and, therefore, on system performance. At the very least a network switch can be viewed as a piec...

Networking Basics for Security Professionals: Network switches face PoE challenges related to IP video

Are network switches really designed for IP video security? The simple answer is no. As video security migrated to IP, a major concern for video security personal was the future of their positions in regard to system specification and control. After all, networks are networks, and they are under the control of IT directors. However, as transition occurred and the demands of IP video security grew, it became apparent that database networks don’t directly translate into IP vid...

Networking Basics for Security Professionals: How bandwidth requirements guide selection of network switches

Often our selection of a network switch is based on price or major brand names, both of which can lead to problems Networking Basics for Security Professionals:  How bandwidth requirements guide selection of network switchesIf a network switch looks like a network switch, is it a network switch that will work for IP video security applications? The surprise answer is “not necessarily.” There are major differences between the network switch performance require...

Networking Basics for Security Professionals: Bandwidth challenges can impact your video surveillance system

Too often we make the assumption that networks designed for data communication are the same as those for IP video Networking Basics for Security Professionals: Bandwidth challenges can impact your video surveillance systemToo often as we continue on the transition from analogue to IP video surveillance, we make the assumption that networks designed for data communication are the same as those for IP video. In fact, they are very different. While we focus on camera, NVR an...

Intersec 2015 attracts record participation from Germany, UK and USA

Epoc Messe Frankfurt has reported international interest in the Intersec 2015 trade fair The world's premier safety and security exhibition expects stronger than ever turnout as global players converge in growing market. A record turn-out of safety and security companies from Germany, UK and the USA will be at the forefront of international participation at Intersec 2015, as the three-day event nears sell-out three months ahead of opening its doors for the 17th time. Org...

Vigitron unveils MaxiiNetTM Vi3326 26-port network layer 2 plus network switch

Vigitron introduces the MaxiiNetTM Vi3326, a 26-port network layer 2 plus network switch. The Vi3326 includes unique features specifically designed for IP cameras to make the installation and operation of IP video network easy and efficient. Features: Two1Gbps independent uplink and downlink ports allow for full use of all 24-ports SNMP for communicating error messaging to local computers Automatic IP connection and reconnection Automatic MAC identification for all connected devices Indi...

Vigitron unveils Vi3002 Ethernet and PoE ++ Repeater for CCTV applications

Vigitron introduces the new compact Vi3002 Ethernet and PoE ++ Repeater. The Vi3002 is designed for applications that require extended distance transmission of both IP video and PoE with distances up to 656ft. (200m). It is extremely compact size which is designed to fit into tight spaces such as conduits, standard, and weatherproof enclosures. It uses Vigitron's Patent Pending Pass-Through-PoE technology to handle PoE power up to 60W. This feature enables the Vi3002 to be used with most high p...

Vigitron introduces Vi3010, 10-port version of its Vi3026 network PoE switch

Vigitron introduces the Vi3010, the 10-port version of the highly popular Vi3026 port network PoE switch with the same unique features. Its PoE power budget is 180W. All ports can provide up to 15.4W (802.3af) and 6 of the ports up to 30W (802.3at) PoE power. All 10 Ethernet ports are 1Gbps - 8 PoE and 2 SFP ports. SNMP for communicating error messaging. Automatic MAC Identification Individual IP Source Guard Supports Jumbo Frames up to 9600 bytes. High Bandwidth 20Gbyte Switching Fabric...

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