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Security Trends 2012: Antoinette Modica, Samsung

Fri, 25 May 2012 15:32:56 +0000

Antoinette Modica from Samsung discusses user expectations, growth in vertical markets and analogue versus digital

Video entry kit

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:49:01 +0000

The Longix LE-VIM44MK Video Entry Kit includes an indoor monitor (LE-VIM44), outdoor station (LE-VOS4M) and cUL power supply (LE-VIM44PS). The LE-VIM44MK can be expanded to four indoor monitors and two outdoor stations. The LE-VIM44MK requires four wires from outdoor stations to indoor stations, for a new construction or retrofit installation.…

Musical wireless doorbell

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:46:24 +0000

STI's Wireless Chime (STI-32500) is a musical wireless doorbell chime now offers an operating range of up to 250 feet between transmitter and receiver. Users can select one of thirteen sounds with the push of a button on the transmitter.

Mobile app for remote viewing

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:43:30 +0000

Samsung Techwin America has released version 2.0 of its iPOLiS Mobile app for remote access viewing of Samsung's iPOLiS network video cameras and digital video recorders (DVRs). Version 2.0 is optimized for Android and iPhone smartphones and offers enhanced live and playback options.

Axis claims global top spot for surveillance cameras

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:40:09 +0000

Axis Communications claims it now occupies the No. 1 global manufacturer position for all surveillance cameras — including IP-based and analogue providers — based in a report from IMS Research.

IMS report: many systems integrators prefer IT distributors

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:37:50 +0000

According to a new report from IMS Research, almost 40 per cent of North American security systems integrators would prefer to deal with IT distributors when purchasing their IP-based video surveillance products. In Europe this figure is more than half of systems integrators and installers.

Stanley Security appoints new president

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:35:05 +0000

Marty Schnurr has been named president of Stanley CSS North America, taking over from Tony Byerly, who had served in the role since 2009.

Saskatoon integrator recognized by chamber of commerce

Wed, 23 May 2012 14:28:17 +0000

Saskatoon systems integrator Reed Security recently won two Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce SABEX Awards: Small Business of the Year and Customer Service.

Professional monitors

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:45:52 +0000

The American Dynamics Performance and Professional Series of monitors offer VGA and DVI input especially for DVRs or PC applications. Slim, lightweight, energy and space efficient, these monitors and include on-screen menus and front panel controls for easy, display parameter adjustments.

Hosted video soluton

Wed, 16 May 2012 16:20:17 +0000

MAXPRO Cloud hosted video service gives customers access to their video surveillance using any device connected to the Internet. It also proactively monitors system performance and can notify the integrator if a camera loses power or the local device stops recording, which can ensure video uptime and help to improve…