CCTV camera lenses News

With the addition of ImmerVision Enables 360° functionality, NUUO NVRmini is more efficientImmerVision, inventor of the 360° panomorph lens and worldwide expert in immersive optical technology, announced that NUUO Inc., one of the global leading providers of CCTV and network video surveillance solutions, has received the ImmerVision Enables certification for its NAS NVRmini. The NAS NVRmini is an easy-installation surveillance system with user-friendly features ideal for b...

Break-ins and broken windows are unfortunately daily events for most communities. But it is a lot tougher to be a criminal in the Danish district of Egedal since the installation of network video surveillance. The number of vandalism acts alone has fallen by 90%. When the children and personnel of Egedal come to school on a Monday morning, it is now with a feeling of comfort and safety - but it has not always been like this. The public institutions here have had visits from unwelcome guests man...

Avigilon is in rapid expansion mode to meet worldwide demand for its HD surveillance systemAvigilon announced the appointment of Nicolas Cronier as the company's Sales Director for France, Belgium, and Luxembourg. In rapid expansion mode to meet worldwide demand for the Avigilon award-winning high definition (HD) surveillance system, Avigilon engaged Cronier to oversee all sales activities and manage customer relationships in the region. Cronier joins Avigilon from NICE Systems Ltd., a provider...

The new 16-channel D1 real-time digital video recorder "Paragon 264x4"From 5 - 8 October 2010, Security Essen 2010 will take place in Germany. The latest EverFocus CCTV product developments will be presented on stand 215 in hall 2.0. The new 16-channel D1 real-time digital video recorder "Paragon 264x4" incorporates the latest H.264 compression technology and offers D1 real-time recording and playback for all cameras. Paragon 264x4 is equipped with 3 main monitor outputs (VGA...

Established in 1919, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha Ltd., also known as "K" Line, is the tenth largest shipping company in the world. Based in Japan, they typically move cargo around the world by ship. One of the places that "K" Line operates out of is the Shinagawa-ku Seaport in Tokyo, Japan. Shinagawa-ku is one of the largest and busiest ports in Japan. Thousands of tons of goods are brought in and out on a daily basis along with hundreds of workers. The problem"K" Line needed to know what was going on...

  The new colour-coded ECO4 digital video recorder is a powerful and compact surveillance solutionDedicated Micros - part of AD Group - announces the launch of the new model of its popular Eco4 DVR (Digital Video Recorder). The completely redesigned four-channel unit - which is available from this month - is a powerful, yet compact, solution, which is built around the company's NetVu Connected technology platform and offers instant access to all of its con...

Arecont's Reseller Partner Programme is available to dealers, systems integrators and value-added resellersArecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology has launched a Reseller Partner Programme designed to help systems integrators expand their business by leveraging Arecont Vision's leadership position in the megapixel IP camera market. The new programme was announced by Arecont Vision's Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Scott Schafer."Our new R...

The nine SANYO Full HD cameras are collectively designed to provide a solution for virtually any projectVisitors to stand 129 in Hall GA at Security Essen 2010 will have the opportunity to see a demonstration of the advanced technology built into SANYO's comprehensive range of Full HD cameras.The nine SANYO Full HD cameras are collectively designed to provide a solution for virtually any project with vandal resistant domes, PTZ cameras and a zoom camera included in the range, as well as a choice...

MissionWith the International Ship & Port Security (ISPS) code coming into effect, the port authorities of the Vizag Seaport terminal recognized the need to step up security and keep a vigilant eye on the waters and nearby ships.Additionally, with the implementation of International Ship & Port Security (ISPS) code, the port required an advanced surveillance mechanism to help secure the perimeter, water fronts and entry and exit points of the port. Overall, increasing operational alertne...

  The Trend Motors forecourt where Avigilon HD surveillance system has proven to be a great business toolAvigilon, the performance and value leader in high definition (HD) and megapixel video surveillance systems, recently announced that Trend Motors Ltd., a Volkswagen dealership located in Morris County, New Jersey, has deployed the Avigilon HD Surveillance System to secure its property, protect assets, ensure employee accountability, and reduce the liability costs associated wit...

The show will feature a comprehensive surveillance solution from lenses, cameras, video servers, etcSecutech, Asia's important business hub for the security industry will take place from 20 - 22 April 2011 at the Nangang Taipei World Trade Centre, Taiwan. Organised by Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd, the 14th edition expects to attract a record-breaking 560 exhibitors and more than 25,550 professional buyers from around the world. Messe Frankfurt New Era Business Media Ltd i...

Situated in Sheffield, in the heart of the Don Valley, the Valley Leisure Park complements the adjacent Sheffield Arena and Don Valley stadium, as one of Sheffield's premier leisure facilities. Attracting thousands of visitors each week, the leisure park boasts one of the UK's largest multiplex cinemas with over 20 screens, a large Hollywood Bowl complex, and multiple restaurants, including Old Orleans, Frankie and Benny's, Chiquito, The Boardwalk and a Burger King. Built in 1998 on the site of...

The Net-Cam used Theia's MY125M lens on Toshiba's IK-HR1S 2.1 megapixel cameraCamera Corps selected Theia Technologies' ultra wide angle, undistorted megapixel lens in their Net-Cam system to cover World Cup soccer play. The Net-Cam used Theia's MY125M lens on Toshiba's IK-HR1S 2.1 megapixel camera. The lens provides up to 125 degrees horizontal field of view and dramatically reduces the fisheye distortion of typical wide angle lenses. Two Net-Cam modules, both including a Theia lens, were mount...

CCTV lighting specialists Raytec have created a virtual tour of their IFSEC stand in high quality video For anyone who couldn't attend IFSEC 2010, CCTV lighting specialists Raytec have created a virtual tour of their IFSEC stand in high quality video. Most ‘buzz' on the stand was generated by the launch of Raylux Urban, a new range designed for multi-purpose lighting applications requiring white-light debuting at IFSEC for the first time. Alongside the core range of Raym...

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Bosch's AEGIS UFLED illuminators were selected because they are small, discreet, flexible and powerfulBosch's AEGIS UFLED infrared illuminators are the preferred lighting choice for night-time broadcasting for one BBC camera specialist, following successful use on a number of high profile BBC natural history programmes. As a Remote Camera Specialist for the BBC, Jo Charlesworth has built the lighting rigs for a number of BBC nature documentaries including The Big Cat Diaries and Great Rift.Most...

Theia's SY125M CCTV lens is a part of NASA's GloPac science missionTheia's SY125M lens was selected for use in NASA's GloPac science mission. The mission will gather atmospheric and weather conditions in a series of 30+ hour profiling flights that will span the tropical pacific to the North Polar Region. Theia's lens is mounted on a modified StarDot 5 megapixel SC NetCam camera and installed on a Global Hawk drone. According to NASA sources, the SY125M lens, which h...

Theia's Linear Optical Technlogy provides wide angle without distortion to its CCTV lensesBeginning in June Theia will offer the new MY110 lens for sale, making ultra wide angle, no-distortion, IR-corrected capabilities available for use with C mount cameras at an affordable price. The lens will employ Theia's patented Linear Optical Technlogy® to provide wide angle without distortion. For more details email Theia.

Theia's CCTV lenses are on display at a number of booths at IFSEC 2010If you are planning to visit the IFSEC show May 10-13 in Birmingham, UK you can find a demonstration of Theia's lenses at a number of booths, including Arecont Vision, Avigilon, GSG International, Veracity, Viseox. Email Theia to book an appointment with them at the show.

RAYLUX series is a high power, low energy illuminator designed to improve the performance of any CCTV systemLighting specialists Raytec have launched the new RAYLUX Urban series for all multi-purpose lighting applications. To be showcased at IFSEC 2010, Stand H15, Hall 4, RAYLUX Urban allows installers to deliver lighting not just for the camera, but for any requirement such as footpaths, car parks and campus lighting.With all the benefits of Raytec's core technology it is the ultimate cross-ove...

Rainbow’s new OCL Series outdoor colour DSP cameras have been installed in Ireland at a prestigious private school, St Gerards, in Bray near Dublin. The application of the Rainbow DSP cameras is at a new build project forming an extension to the main school and catering for first-grade pupils.  The cameras are operating from the school's entrances, stairwells and playground, serving a building, which has a split-level structure with eight classrooms.  Images are monitored...

The giant panda is one of the most recognised and studied animals in the world today. When China gave the Taipei Zoo two giant pandas in December 2008, the Taiwanese public responded enthusiastically. The Taipei Zoo, which is owned by the Taipei City Government, has now selected MESSOA's SDS710M PTZ speed-dome cameras for monitoring of the pandas' zone. These cameras feature integrated auto-tracking software that provides zoo staff in the security control room with 24-hour surveillance of the pa...

 The conference will showcase intruder detection, perimeter security, and biometricsIP-in-Action LIVE Liverpool, 11th March, is a one- day conference on IP security covering the latest in surveillance, video analytics, access control and other topics.Educational seminar programme featuring these IP technologiesIntruder detection Perimeter security Biometric access control Video management systems Airport security Themed "Ports, Terminals & Airports", IP-in-Action LIVE Liverpoo...

The SIA has obtained guilty verdicts against Sabrewatch for supplying unlicensed security guardsAfter a series of court hearings, the SIA has obtained guilty verdicts against security company Sabrewatch Limited and its directors for supplying unlicensed security guards.The result comes after a lengthy court process concerning offences committed at the time licensing of the manned guarding sector came into force - confirming that the SIA has both the power and intent to prosecute.The East Grinste...

CBC's VCA range comprises functionalities like VCApresence and VCAsurveillanceLeading surveillance solutions provider CBC (Europe) is celebrating a surge of interest in its ground breaking Ganz CCTV systems and Computar lenses, experienced during the recent Intersec exhibition in Dubai. The company was inundated with enquiries on its stand from a variety of visitors keen to know more about CBC's latest innovative equipment, including its cost-effective new VCA video analytics packages, whic...

DELOPT has integrated the iSecure Video Analytics Suite with XProtect™ IP video management software Milestone Systems, a leading developer of open platform XProtect IP video management software, has announced the successful integration of iSecure video analytics from Delopt. As an authorised Milestone Solution Partner, DELOPT has integrated their iSecure Video Analytics Suite with Milestone XProtect™ IP video management software to provide cost-effective, high-quality video analytica...

  Axis reports 17 percent growth of net sales in surveillance products in 2009President Ray Mauritsson comments:The year ended with high activity on the market for installation of network video products, which resulted in a strong close to the year for Axis. Axis reported net sales of SEK 2,301 M (1,975) for 2009, which delivered growth of 17 percent for the year.All regions showed positive growth of over 30 percent in the fourth quarter. The strong close to the year is...

 Panasonic plans to change the trade name to Panasonic System Networks Co., Ltd.Following the announcement earlier in 2009 that reported Panasonic's decision to merge the business operations of Panasonic System Solutions, Panasonic Communications Company Ltd and Document Solutions to become Panasonic System Networks Europe (PSNE), Panasonic can provide the following European update.Simon Wright, Deputy Managing Director of PSNE, explains the advantages of the merger which is aimed at conver...

 Axis AB's year-end report will be released on Wednesday, February 3Axis Communications has announced that the company will report a strong close to 2009 with interim net sales of SEK 2,300 million and an interim operating profit of SEK 308 million. Axis will thus present earnings that are significantly better than the market's expectations. The strong close to the year is due to a generally good inflow of orders as well as conclusion of deals relating to previously deferred projects....

  Arecont Vision has added Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to its sales team for Europe Arecont Vision, the industry leader in IP-based megapixel camera technology, has announced the addition of Duncan Cooke and Martin Cowley to further expand on its sales growth in Europe. Both Mr. Cooke and Mr. Cowley bring years of technology and industry sales experience to Arecont Vision, further strengthening the company's presence in Europe and a stronger emphasis on the security mar...