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Open Door Advances in video analytics are transforming security Within the physical security industry, there has historically been a disciplinary distinction between video surveillance, intrusion detection and access control solutions. Although these solutions could be integrated by a by single management system or designed to work together, there was usually little crossover in functionality. As security technology has advanced, the range of tasks that each discipline can perform has increased. However, this change stands out most in video surveillance. Due to both the visual nature of the medium and the rapid growth of processing and analytical power, video surveillance solutions can now perform functions that were once the domain of other security disciplines. Rapid technological advances have also vastly increased the level of automation within video surveillance systems to process events, detection and responses. Video is well suited to analytics and automation. If we can detect specific events or actions from a video feed, we can also respond to them. For example, a passive infrared (PIR) sensor can indicate motion, but it cannot see or identify what is moving. In contrast, a surveillance camera with analytics software can not only see the motion, but also provide a visual of the objects that are moving and indicate which one caused the alarm. Video analytics can also be used to monitor and alert security to suspicious behavior, such as loitering. If a person remains in a restricted area for too long, analytics can detect and report the occurrence so that corrective action can be taken. In this scenario, advances in video analytics provide for automated detection that would historically not have been possible. Another example of how video analytics can improve upon traditional building systems can be seen in license plate recognition. The typical vehicle access control system requires human intervention to validate the vehicle and driver before granting them access to the property. Video-based license plate recognition can automatically allow access to authorized vehicles, while alerting staff to visitors. Additionally, combining automatic license plate recognition with video-based perimeter security and anti-loitering technology, provides a very capable automated system all derived from the one technology. For more visit: www.honeywellvideo.com IDIS makes network security a manageable complexity Most often, network security breaches are not caused by the exploitation of encryption technology weaknesses. Rather, they are mostly the result of human factors, such as not enforcing network security best practices. For example, when an organization deploys a video management system (VMS) with 300 IP cameras, the installer needs to manage around 300 IP addresses, 300 MAC addresses, and 300 login credentials for each IP device. This creates a high level of complexity to manage throughout the whole lifecycle of the system. Most IP cameras now ask users to change the login credentials at the first login, with upper and lower case letters, numbers, and special characters. However, when you have 300 separate logins, installers often do one of two things: use a single login for all 300 cameras or create separate logins and record them in an Excel spreadsheet—both of which make the system very easy to breach. IDIS has eliminated this complexity and designed its Total Solution with network security in mind. DirectIP utilises true plug-and-play with the implicit pairing of devices, and in doing so, the system reduces the amount of information that needs to be managed. This is also the case for multi-site applications through our For Every Network (FEN) technology. The registration (i.e. pairing) of IDIS IP cameras and NVRs is implicit and hidden from users, like a Bluetooth headset paired with a mobile phone; once paired, the headset communicates exclusively with the paired phone. Using this approach, IDIS ensures that installers do not have to manage the device, minimizing the level of human risk during implementation. This is a huge benefit because it can easily reduce the complexity by 30- 60fold. A user only needs to manage one IP device, the NVR. For more visit: www.idisglobal.com/index/security 40 www.psimagazine.co.uk
Open Door is an online service from PSI that provides in-depth information from a selection of market leading companies. Here are some of the highlights from the pages of Open Door..... Great reception for Inner Range at Intersec 2019 There are many trade shows in the security calendar. But Intersec 2019, hosted in Dubai in January, was a special one for Inner Range because it was the company’s first time as an exhibitor. “We took part with our new parent-company, Anixter, and got the chance to show off our latest hardware and software to potential Middle Eastern clients,” said General Manager Tim Northwood. “Intesec was a huge event with more than 1,550 exhibitors but I’m delighted to say that despite considerable competition from around the globe, Inner Range was a hit with delegates. “The time flew as we completed demonstration after demonstration.Our team showcased all elements of our award-winning access control and intruder detection system, Integriti. This included demonstrating how security staff can check the validity of people’s credentials with a Mobile Reader app, which allows staff to use their mobile phone to read security passes anywhere on site. When valid cards are read, corresponding photo ID appears for easy checking and security staff can suspend credentials if need be. Another demonstration showed how our Mimic Viewer provides a visual ‘read only’ overview of Integriti allowing security staff to view events remotely without passing control of the system off-site.” Visit: www.innerrange.co.uk The smart way for a more efficient video security project The time consuming and costly task of planning, configuration, installation and reporting of a video security project has just been made simple by a very clever app from Bosch, Project Assistant. Designed and developed by Bosch Security Systems to assist system integrators, the Project Assistant app is available to download for free from various App stores for installation on desktop, tablet and smartphone devices, and works on Apple, Windows and Google platforms. We wanted it to be accessible to everyone, because everyone should be benefiting from the control, transparency and efficiency made possible by the Project Assistant app at every phase of a video security project. Now, project set-up and pre-configuration can start in the office without the physical camera. Only the project plans, IP addresses and a password from the client are required for the system integrator to create a new project via the app (or an Excel-compatible file format), with the option to set up per camera, or multiple cameras at once. Visit: www.boschsecurity.com/gb/en/products/video-systems/solutions/project-assistant/ Putting all of Texecom’s information at your fingertips The TexecomPro app gives security installers instant access to the very latest product information, manuals, guides, technical bulletins, news, training and other useful material – as well as access to an Installer Forum – all from a mobile device. Easy to use and designed to offer fast navigation, it simplifies the process of accessing relevant information quickly. The app has been developed to provide a valuable arsenal of information and support which installers can access directly from a mobile in the field. Key features include: Manuals - Product information and instructions will be accessed by simply scanning the QR code on the product, which will instantly call up all the relevant information. To make this information easily accessible, all product manuals and specifications will be formatted for simple viewing on mobile devices. News - Users will be able to keep up to date with all the latest news, with real-time updates from Texecom, whether it is new product launches, software updates, interesting case studies, ‘how to’ guides or blog posts. Forum Access - With over 6,000 members, Texecom’s Forum is an essential tool for security installers. The app will give access to the Forum directly. Visit:ww.texe.com/uk www.psimagazine.co.uk 41
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