Security FAQS

Ways to differentiate between genuine and fake notes.

2009-09-11T04:20:00.000-07:00

Everybody knows the "Importance Of Money" in today's life. A lot of fake notes have come into market. Terrorists and criminals are manufacturing such notes very intelligently. Common man should know how to identify a fake note.Look at all your notes carefully before taking it from the ATM or receiving it from another person, even if he is a trusted person because fake notes are increasing. We are providing you the information so that next time you receive a note you can easily differentiate between a genuine note and a fake note.

1 In a fake note the security thread that passes through the note is tampered and is broken in between whereas in a genuine note the thread is visible in a straight line. It contains the words "Bharat" in the Devanagri script and "RBI" appearing alternately.

2 The number panel of the notes are printed in fluorescent ink and are of standard size (if a number mentioned on the top right hand corner of the note varies in size, then it is a forged note).

3 The `micro-lettering' technology used in the printing of a note provides additional security to the notes against counterfeiting. Micro-printing like "RBI 100" is printed that can be seen using magnifying glass.

4 Braille Mark -- An identification mark has been introduced in the new series note for visually impaired people. This mark is in intaglio printing and it has different geometrical shapes for various denomination. For Rs 100 denomination, we have triangle as the identification mark.

5 The image of Mahatma Gandhi on the left side of the currency note is printed exactly the same like the one printed on the right hand side of the note. When the note is put underneath a bulb or looked up in the natural light, the image of Mahatma Gandhi on the left side of the note becomes clearly visible.

6 When the currency note is placed under the Ultra violet lamp it one can see the image of twinkling stars.

7 The fluorescent ink used in the printing of the currency note is water and soap resistant and dries quickly on getting wet.

8 The printing of a currency note has distinct and vivid colours.

9 The watermark in new currency note depicts Mahatma Gandhi, visible from both front and back in transmitted light. Cannot be replicated using scanning or photocopy equipments.

10 The portrait of Mahatma Gandhi, Reserve Bank Seal, guarantee and promise clause, Ashoka pillar emblems on the left, RBI governor`s signature are printed in intaglio, that is in raised prints. (IMP)

11 I, J, O, X, Y, Z alphabets are not used in alphabet series on any note.

12 In 2005 series, on the reverse side of the notes, the year of printing is mentioned at the centre bottom.

LATENT IMAGE : There is a vertical band on the right side of Mahatma Gandhi's portrait which contains the image of the notes denomination. The image appears only when light is allowed to fall at an angle of 45 degrees on the note, otherwise it appears as a vertical band.

MICROLETTERINGS: This appears between the vertical band and the portrait. It can only be seen better through a magnifying glass. For Rs 10 notes, it contains the word "RBI". Notes of Rs 20 and above contain the denomination value of the note.

IDENTIFICATION MARK: On all notes except Rs 10, there is a special intaglio feature on the left of the water-mark specially for the visually impaired. This feature varies according to the denomination of the note. They are: Rs 20: Vertical Rectangle, Rs 50: Square, Rs 100: Triangle, Rs 500: Circle, Rs 1000: Diamond.

INTAGLIO PRINTING: In notes of Rs 20 and above, the Gandhi portrait, RBI Seal, guarantee, promise clause, Ashoka Pillar emblem, and the governor's signature are printed in intaglio or raised print.

FLUORESCENCE: The number panels are printed in fluorescent ink. The notes have also optical fibres which can only be seen when exposed to a ultra-violet lamp.

OPTICALLY VARIABLE INK: The numerals of the Rs 500 (revised colour scheme of milk yellow, mauve and brown) and Rs 1000 notes is printed in optically variable ink (a colour shifting ink). The colour of the numerals on the note is green when held flat but will turn blue when the note is held at an angle.

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If you want to check whether all the notes that you possess are genuine or a fake one then you may click on this link UV fake note detector

Watch out, you may be holding a fake note.

2009-08-11T03:16:00.000-07:00

It is well known that fake currency notes are in circulation in India. Terrorism is changing its face; It is prominently the starting of a new form of terrorism called 'economic terrorism'.. Our economy is hoped to reach the eight to nine per cent growth. But, what will happen to an economy, which is being flooded by fake currencies?

An estimate suggests that more than Rs 1,69,000 crores of fake currencies are in wide circulation in our country and out of which more than Rs 40 crores may be in Uttar Pradesh itself.

Recent acts of economic terror has been found in Abid, in Doomariaganj of UP where from a bank’s currency chest fake notes have been seized. Though quantum of currency note is officially seized is not more than Rs 5 lakh, the deadliest part of this seizure is its negative impact on India’s growing economy.

Apart from that the quality of papers, the quality of printing are of such a fine quality that it is not possible to differentiate between a genuine and a fake one. It also highlights the fact that advanced technology is being used to print such fake notes and the people who get a fake note by chance, do not know what to do with it.

If they take it to the bank, it cancels it and deposits it with the RBI, which means losing the money because if the bank starts compensating everyone who comes to them, then every Tom, Dick and Harry will approach bank with a fake note. There is no way banks can replace them and if people try to ‘use’ it in the market, it becomes a criminal offence.

And what if you take the fake note to the police? A police officer will simply lodge a daily diary report, specifying the note denomination and number.

Fake currency notes in circulation seem to have more than doubled when it comes to denominations of Rs 1,000 and Rs 500 in the past three years. The government has attributed the high quality of fake currency notes to being sourced from mints in neighbouring states.

While the police have made a major breakthrough in unearthing the various fake currency note operators' racket and recovering such fake notes, the Reserve Bank of India has also launched an elucidation drive as the number of fake notes received by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), from various banks is increasing. The Reserve Bank of India has issued instructions to banks to ensure that counterfeit banknotes are not dispensed through ATMs, following complaints.
A good number of soiled and worn out notes received by the RBI are also found fake. The data revealed that the 100-rupee note is the most circulated when it comes to fake currency and the latest fake note circulated is 10 rupees note.

Watch videos on fake currency notes by clicking on the following links:

RBI concerned over inflow of fake currency

India's Economic Terror - $ 42 b in fake currency

Sharp rise in fake currency circulation

UV Fake Note Detector: Counterfeit currency detector as per RBI guidelines

For checking the authenticity of documents, bank notes according to RBI guideline. Best solution for Banks, counterfeit detector:

Presence (absence) of security elements of currency, bank notes & security paper.
Presence (absence) of watermarks, security threads and fibers of the Currency.
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Optional attachment of magnifying lens for seeing micro printing in bank notes.
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'On campus security' for SMB/SME (small/mid-sized business firm)

2008-08-19T03:25:00.000-07:00

Larger businesses have more resources to guard their premises, Making Small businesses more vulnerable to intrusion and robbery. Therefore, Small businesses should plan and execute there security measures properly. The Security concerns for small businesses would depend on kind of business they are engaged in. A software development firm may want to guard their important data even from its employees. A SM Company might want to guard their valuable commodities like jewelery from theft. Some would want to monitor their godowns and storage. Production and manufacturing unit may want to screen Personals for a possible theft of raw materials etc.
The advancement in the technology have evolved over the years by understanding the needs and threats for organizations. A business owner (out of ignorance or cutting expenses) should not compromise on Security of their organizations. In a broader picture, a properly implemented security system will reduce cost of man guarding and prevent losses by raw material theft, robberies, secret leak etc.
These are the prime areas of implementing a security system-
1) Premises- You may need fencing, site surveillance CCTV, patrolling guards, etc.
2) Entrances and exits- You may need to monitoring exits or entrances with CCTV. Install metal detectors or door alarms.
3) Authorized Entry- An access control system for employees according to hierarchy levels. Issuing of access control cards will also help in attendance at main entrances.
4) screening- at production units, where the employees handle raw material.
5) Response method- installing security or fire alarms, emergency security dialer which can automatically call and inform 10 telephones numbers when the alarm is triggered.

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Tips on using a Hand held Metal detector

2008-02-09T01:40:00.000-08:00

Operating a metal detector is simple. Once you turn the unit on, you move slowly over the area you wish to search. In most cases, you sweep the coil (search head) back and forth over the ground in front of you. When you pass it over a target object, an audible signal occurs. More advanced metal detectors provide displays that pinpoint the type of metal it has detected and how deep in the ground the target object is located.

Guide for choosing the CCTV system

2007-12-17T01:21:00.000-08:00

Uses of CCTV in India?

Closed circuit television(CCTV) simply means that the signal is not being broadcast anywhere, but rather is traveling by wire from the source to the receiver.Usually a closed-circuit television (CCTV) system uses a stand-mounted or hand-held video camera to project a magnified image onto a video monitor or a television (TV) screen.

Uses of CCTV includes-

To provide a deterrent to crime and vandalism.
To enable 24 hour monitoring of all the designated areas.
To enable clear identification of miscreants within the range of the CCTV cameras.
To provide continuous recording of all CCTV cameras in the system.
To enable rapid movement of any CCTv camera to pre-set positions of pan, tilt and zoom.
To provide independent viewing of any CCTV camera at the controlling station.
To enable live, real time recording of selected CCTV cameras.

CCTV system should be used at offices, factories, restaurants, shops, workshops, schools, colleges, hospitals, airports, banks, malls, industrial and comercial spaces.

Which type of CCTV systems ?

CCTV camera, recorders( DVRs), Monitor and peripherals like lens, panning unit, controller etc forms a CCTV system. The CCTV system should be customized according to individuals need. First one should analysis the need for a CCTV system. The target for the intruder, is it material goods or information? Strategical placement of cameras and monitoring unit is equally important.

Feature to look for in CCTV systems.

User friendly operation
High resolution & Good quality images
High compression ratio to save hard drive space and band width
Power efficient to save running cost
Easy recording, search and back up
Pre Sales & After Sales Support
Current Dated Technology
Our product- CCTV System

Feature to look for in CCTV DVRS.

DVR is abbreviation of Digital Video Recorders
Digital image data is compressed and stored in Hard Drive
There are several types of DVR- PC based DVR, Industrial Computer Based DVR, Networked DVR, IP Based Camera and web server
Read more - CCTV DVR

Metal Detector- uses and features

2007-10-19T07:03:00.000-07:00

Uses of metal detector?
Uses of metal detector include de-mining (the detection of land mines), the detection of weapons such as knives and guns, especially at airports, malls, geophysical prospecting, archaeology and treasure hunting. Metal detectors are also used to detect foreign bodies in food, and in the construction industry to detect steel reinforcing bars in concrete and pipes and wires buried in walls and floors.
Which type of metal detector?
Door frame metal detector or walk through detectors are ideal for Building entrances, malls, airports, market or factory entries. For added security hand held detectors are used. Hand held detector can be used in internal premises. Door frame detectors are designed to withstand external climate- hot humid or rains.
Feature to look for in Door frame metal detectors
Water proof

Rugged yet aesthetically designed

In- built Rechargable maintenance free battery

Detect both ferrous and non ferrous metals

Sensitivity control knob for precised setting at desired levels

Base should be covered with synthetic carpet for durability

Recommended product- Sentry series door frame detectors
Feature to look for in Handheld metal detectors

Sensitivity control knob for precised setting at desired levels

Detect bothferrous and non ferrous metals

Sensitive, rugged and dependable

Recommended product- Metaprobe 02

Is your home safe?

2007-09-12T22:54:00.000-07:00

Posh areas of Delhi are considerably under spotlight. This time because of a increase in house robberies. According to Indian express article-

``There are three kinds of areas that are prone to robberies in Delhi,'' an officer at the Lajpat Nagar Police Station told Express Newsline. ``Places like Neeti Bagh and Gulmohar Park in South Delhi where the well-off live; places that are well-connected to the Ring Road as it is easy for the robbers to get away with the loot; And finally, places that are not well-lit.''

Commenting on the situation in northwest Delhi, DCP (north-west) Satyendra Garg says: ``It is a border district and therefore more prone to robberies. Investigations have revealed that most of these robberies have been committed either by novices or by gangs based in Haryana. Many of the robbers are dhobis or drivers: They are not starving, but think they will make a quick buck by robbing people.''

Statistics available at PHQ reveal that robberies have been the largest contributor to the 12 per cent increase in crime since the beginning of this year as compared to the whole of last year: 364 cases of robbery were reported till June 30.

While 46 cases were registered in June, at least 31 were registered during this months till yesterday.

Question to deal with is - IS YOUR HOME SAFE?
The more important aspect is to educate oneself of the right security systems for your home. A security system has following components-

The input devices ( which trigger the alarm)
The output devices( which communicate the alarm like speakers)
The Control panel( networks between the devices and is a interaface for user)

The following weeks we will discuss the functioning of these devices and factors one should consider while choosing an alarm system

7 most trusted home security tips

2007-09-10T22:15:00.000-07:00

How to make sure your home security system is perfect for you? Check out these essential advice on home security systems.

7 Factors In Handling Home Security
Getting your own home security system won’t go as smoothly as you might think. Like every other purchases you’ll make, you’re bound to discover that in having a home security system there are also a few thing to consider and check upon.

There are 7 factors to consider when getting your home security system

1. Choosing your security company

This could mean a big risk to your safety. A security company who won’t live up to its obligations might become negligent to the potential risk you could be in.

You should go for a security company that has established trust among many and have proven that its products are reliable and effective. Make sure to communicate well with the security company, too. The company should have representation near you.

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2. Installing your home security system

Home security systems won’t work well when installed incorrectly. It would be wise to consult with an installation expert, or better yet have the installation expert handle the installation. If installed the wrong way, your security system might not work and this’ll become a big problem when you will need help in the future.

Another frustration when a home security system is installed incorrectly is false alarms. It has been determined that one of the causes of false alarms is the wrong installation of home security systems.

Always make sure to check your home security system if it works properly when you get it installed.

3. Monitoring services

There are companies that allot their monitoring tasks to third parties. This would imply that not only do you have to check the background of your security company, you’d also have to check with the monitoring company it employs. Separate entities, separate levels of trust and reliability. Make sure to check with your monitoring company’s response time at least every month.

4. Compatibility with the phone line

For those using VoIP, you might want to check if your home security system is working compatibly with your phone line. There has recently been an issue that there are some security systems that do not work well with VoIP.

There is also what we call the “phone line seizure”. This means that your phone line is connected first to the control panel, and the control panel will direct the phone to the rest of the house. If you hear a sound like a phone number being dialed when you’re on the phone, this would mean that your phone line wasn’t connected properly to execute the phone line seizure.

5. The batteries

We all know the problem with batteries. They are not permanent. As they get older, they lose the ability to charge properly. Home security systems will give you a warning when the batteries are low, but it might still not be able to perform to its fullest because it’s not charged enough anymore. Worse case scenario will be if the power goes out and that’s only when you’ll know that your battery has insufficient charge to supply. You should always check your batteries, and call your monitoring company when a problem arises.

6. Proper location for your home security devices

You should always select the best possible places for your security devices. A motion sensor, for example, detects motion on an open area that it covers. If it is blocked, then the motion sensor would be useless. Smoke detectors will be able to detect smoke better when they’re placed in the center of the room (in the ceiling).

7. The kind of security devices you have

When it comes to home security, quality rises far ahead over quantity. No matter how many locks you install, if they’re all faulty and break easily, your investment might as well have gone down the drain.

It would also be better that you get the most durable and most effective if you can afford it. This applies to every device and equipment in your home, even if it’s just your back door lock.

source: http://www.home-security-company.com/blog/7-factors-in-handling-home-security/

Video compression for DVR in CCTV systems

2007-08-30T03:31:00.000-07:00

DVR stands for Digitals Video Recorder. Advantage of using a DVR technology over analog recording is that the Digital Data recorded by DVR can be compressed and saved in special hard disk and can be reviewed later. Video compression plays an important role in overall operation, properly compressed video can also save disk space.
All DVRs use some kind of compression algorithm called a codec to keep the digital video files at a manageable size. The average size of an uncompressed still image frame at 320x240 resolution in 24-bit true color is about 230400 Byte or 2.3 Mega Byte. Same image frame in 32 bit color is about 307200 Byte or 3.07 Mega Byte.

An hour’s worth of one channel of uncompressed video at 25 frames per second would take up 21,600 megabytes (21.6 GB)

Uncompressed video of one hour will take hard disk space

Frame size 320*240 Pixel at 25 frames per second would take up
25*3600* 230400 Byte = 20736 Mega bytes
= 20.736 GB (24 bit color)
25*3600* 307200 Byte = 27648 Mega bytes
= 27.648 GB (32 bit color)

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Audio Video door entry explained

2007-08-21T12:24:00.000-07:00

av door entry system ensures your safety, safeguard your home and can be linked to alarms.

Audio video door entry system comprises of a audio or video outer panel with a bell or the camera unit which is installed outside the gate or the door , a monitor or phone from which we can communicate with the visitor- these can be audio or video door phones.
This can be teamed up with accessories like electric lock release, telephonic unit etc

Apart from this we need a system through which device communicate to each other.
All these needs a perfect system integration and full customization for your requirement.

Digitals india offers you FERMAX range of audio video door entry systems in India. FERMAX is one of the most reputed company worldwide for audio video door entry phones.

How to ensure home security?

2007-08-14T10:43:00.000-07:00

Home security is as important as home itself. There are three steps of security- prevention, detection and post investigation in case of unfortunate event.
It would not be contradicted if we agree that the foremost importance is the step one: prevention.Following measures can help us prevent such events

Physical and electronic barriers must be introduced.
Physical barriers - Deter and slow the entry of criminals into a restricted area.
Outside chain link fences.
Exceptionally strong doors.
Quality mechanical locks.
Appropriate inside and outside lights.
Audio video door entry systems- to restrict entry

source: www.digitalsindia.com

What are prime requirements for CCTV system?

2007-08-12T09:38:00.000-07:00

Prime requirements for CCTV system are-
Product Reliability and robustness.
User friendly operation.
High resolution & Good quality images.
High compression ratio to save hard drive space and band width.

Source: www.digitalsindia.com

What makes a good images in CCTV ?

2007-08-04T22:20:00.000-07:00

Following factors determine the quality of images in CCTV systems-
Proper selection of good quality lens
Lighting Conditions
Resolution and Quality of camera
Placement of camera
Video compression technology
Information source: digitals India

Does CCTV makes you really secure?

2007-08-04T22:05:00.000-07:00

The answer will be No. The most measurable effect of CCTV is not on crime prevention, but on detection and prosecution. CCTV reduce or deter crime. Shopowners and factory owners can benifit by constant surviellance on their premises. CCTV also bring about a psychological fear among the people that they are being watched.

CCTV is a boon in post incident investigations. But in some cases in has been seen that the equipment used for recording the incident was so poor that it was difficult to identify the thief recorded through CCTV.

Good quality images and superior technology in recording and storage are of prime importance in the system.

Read more on www.digitalsindia.com/cctv.html about latest products and technology.

CCTV : A must Security measure

2007-06-08T22:25:00.000-07:00

CCTV is very powerful and effective security measure as compared to others
A CCTV systems comprises of following components- camera, recorder, monitor, storage and peripherals.

CCTV cameras are the image capture elements essential in security sytem. Selection of right cameras is based on the purpose, application and installation requirements. Installation location( indoor or outdoor) also plays a vital role in determining the right combination. The types of cameras used for CCTV systems are Fixed minidromes, high end cameras, compacta cameras, IP cameras and speed dome cameras.

In a CCTV system, monitor is used to display images captured by the camera. The selection of monitor depends on the image quality and storage space.
Types of monitors used for such system is TFT monitors and CRT monitors.
Storage is another important component in CCTV system the latest technology is offered by seagate specially for CCTV systems.

Selection of proper types of camers, lenses and housing are very important for a good video surviellance system. Indoor and Outdoor locations, lighting conditions and environment are the important criteria for selecting these components.
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