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Honeywell introduces entry-level IP video system ideal for small businesses
Honeywell introduces entry-level IP video system ideal for small businesses

Honeywell has released a complete high-definition video surveillance system ideal for small business owners who need sharper image quality typically associated with larger, more expensive security systems. The entry-level system combines Honeywell's new MAXPRO NVR (network video recorder) XE with the latest additions to its line of low-cost Performance Series IP cameras, and further eases the transition from analogue to digital video for smaller companies such as retail and convenience stores, healthcare centres and professional office buildings."Many organisations think switching from analogue to IP video is cost-prohibitive, especially for small-to-mid-size businesses, but the MAXPRO NVR XE family aims to dispel that myth by providing high image quality alongside truly affordable technology," said Ulrich Hopfstock, product marketing manager EMEA, Honeywell Security Group. "This system was designed to capture sharp pictures, be affordable for smaller businesses, and be as easy as a DVR for a dealer to set up and operate, even with limited IT knowledge."Honeywell's MAXPRO NVR XE solution currently supports PSIA video standards and will be expanded to support ONVIF video standards in Q4 2011. It includes four recommended entry-level, indoor and outdoor IP cameras recently added to the company's Performance Series line. The resulting image quality can assist investigations by helping companies more accurately identify objects, people and activities captured on video.Additionally, the system helps operators quickly assess alarm event information by simultaneously displaying alarm, pre-alarm, post-alarm and live video. It also allows operators to view live video while performing searches, and includes Honeywell's patent-pending Video Surround feature that helps security personnel more efficiently track suspects as they move between areas.The MAXPRO NVR XE offers 8 or 16 channels, a local monitoring display, and supports the HD format. To simplify installation, the total solution comes with pre-installed software and camera licenses for quick setup and system scalability.

Honeywell adds mobile capabilities to Performance Series DVR
Honeywell adds mobile capabilities to Performance Series DVR

Honeywell has announced new mobile remote access capability to its popular HRDP H.264 digital video recorder (DVR). The new Remote -View app allows users to view live video on their Apple iPhone® from CCTV surveillance systems that use Honeywell's HRDP H.264 DVR.Users download the free Remote-View app from the Apple iTunes store and set up connection parameters. Then, they simply select the DVR from a drop-down list and click Connect to see live video on their iPhone device. Instead of using a computer in order to bring up a GUI or web browser where they can dial in, the functionality is completely mobile."Today, almost everyone is carrying a wireless device of some sort," said Bill Durno, global product marketing manager, Honeywell. "This new app allows anyone with an HRDP H.264 DVR, Internet connectivity, and an iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad to see their office or home anytime, anywhere within the coverage area for their mobile device. We also expect to support additional mobile platforms to increase remote access capability in the near," added Durno.The HRDP H.264 DVR, part of Honeywell's cost effective Performance Series portfolio of video surveillance products, supports a feature set comparable to many high-end embedded DVRs but at a much lower price. The DVR offers H.264 video compression for clear crisp video and extended storage times. It also supports a user-friendly front panel control, mouse operation, and IR remote control, wizards for fast and easy setup, and graphical search engines to help operators find evidence video quickly. An internal DVD-RW and two USB ports make it easy for users to copy evidence video to portable media.The HRDP records at a rate of up to 200 ips PAL. When it detects motion, the HRDP can automatically boost the recording rate to capture additional details of the scene. It is ideal for a wide variety of surveillance applications requiring high image per second recording or for capturing maximum detail of activity through building entrances and exits, such as small to medium-sized retail, financial, warehouse, and educational facilities.For more information visit www.honeywell.com/security/uk/performance.Apple, iPhone, iPad and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Honeywell Security ADPRO VideoCentral Platinum (VCP) multi-site video security management software
Honeywell Security ADPRO VideoCentral Platinum (VCP) multi-site video security management software

Video verification of remote alarm events Monitor multiple remote sites across a network Expandable from a single to multiple operator control room Fast display, storage and retrieval of alarm images Carry out virtual guard tours of remote sites Listen or talk to a remote site Individual user access control Control devices such as lights, gates or barriers at remote sites Remotely control PTZ cameras for monitoring or surveillance Control sites from a User Interface or Interactive Maps Database search to recall and display all previous events Automatic operator notification of the absence of site communications Easy to use icons, pull-down menus and wizards for control and administration Remote setup of on-site equipment Database storage of site information with backups and immediate retrieval options Integrated reporting ADPRO VideoWall module provides outstanding surveillance capability Direct link to ADPRO VideoCentral Gold search Utilises Industry Standard Microsoft SQL database which provides standard management and expansion capabilities Ability to save live video and audio with operator activity provides management with an audit trail Joystick support for PTZ cameras Fast connection speed on low bandwidth Typical applications include remote monitoring of staff, stock and general site activity. Interactive, user-definable maps enable an operator to call and control sites directly from a map or site layout

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