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AXIS Companion compatible with whole Axis product portfolio

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Axis Communications release functionality that will allow AXIS Companion video management software, together with AXIS S3008 Recorder, to run all Axis products with firmware 5,50 and later. This means it is now easier than ever for customers running AXIS Companion to have a tailor made solution from out their needs, also for more demanding systems. This easy to use video management software, can be used for both single site as well as multi-site surveillance systems with up to 16 installed devices per site, and is easy to overview and use. And it is available anywhere in the world. AXIS Companion allows for effortless control over the security system and all video, all the time. Real-time alert notifications keep the user aware of any suspicious activity and can be customized to suit any specific needs. AXIS Companion video management software is designed and validated to perfectly match Axis products and features. A tight integration of all network cameras, audio and door stations from Axis ensure the user to get the most out of the surveillance system. Axis solutions is easily adapted to any business, and seamlessly expand with any needs. Key features include: Easy and intuitive surveillance Secure remote access to video Mobile app for freedom of use Alert notifications Flexible user management AXIS Companion video management software is simple to set up. And even simpler to use. It gives effortless control from anywhere.

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Bewildered by the choice?

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With system designers having so many options when it comes to specifying the most appropriate cameras to monitor large areas, Uri Guterman, Head of Product & Marketing for Hanwha Techwin Europe, provides an overview of the merits of some of the most suitable camera formats. PTZ cameras PTZ cameras have traditionally been used for city and wide area surveillance applications such as airports, car parks, shopping centres, sports stadia and warehouses, with operators able to track the movement of objects and zoom in to observe close-up detail of any activity. The ability of an operator to proactively monitor an incident and zoom in to verify what is occurring, ensures they are able to quickly decide on the most appropriate response. In addition, many PTZ cameras feature auto-tracking, as well as continuous pan and pre-set positioning, which means that images of a moving object will be captured and recorded even when operators are distracted or are away from their workstations. The deterrent effect of PTZ cameras configured to automatically tour an area should also not be underestimated as they will create a strong impression to would be offenders that they are being watched, even if the images captured by the cameras are not being monitored in real-time. 8K cameras Whilst it should be emphasised that PTZ cameras still have a big part to play in detecting anti-social or criminal activity, recent advances in video surveillance technology has meant that system designers now have the option to consider specifying other types of cameras which, depending on the application, might be more suitable. The sharpness and clarity of the images captured by 8K video surveillance cameras, for example, simply ‘need to be seen, to be believed’. In reality, very few users are likely to deploy 8K cameras with the intention of just monitoring an entire field of view. The value of these cameras comes from the fact that 8K is the equivalent of 16 x 1080p Full HD images and this means that a single camera can capture a vast amount of information, enabling operators to digitally zoom into a very small part of the scene without any pixilation of the image. For this reason, a football stadium is an excellent example of where an 8K camera can be put to very good use as it would be capable of capturing evidence grade images of 20,000 or more fans occupying a football stand. As such, its price/performance ratio makes the 8K camera a viable, cost-effective alternative to the deployment of multiple fixed or PTZ cameras. ‘Horses for courses’ When it comes to deciding whether an ultra-high resolution 8K or PTZ is the best camera format for any given location, it will very much depend on what the end-user wishes to achieve. However, budget limitations also need to be taken into consideration. In simple terms, an 8K camera is a highly impressive, high performance option if there is a requirement to continually record a camera’s entire field of view at the same time that an operator might need to zoom into a specific area of interest. However, PTZ cameras are a much lower price option and are ideal for when operators need to constantly scan a wide area of view, whilst having the flexibility when necessary, to quickly zoom in to see what may be occurring in greater detail. The case for PTZ cameras is further strengthened when real-time monitoring is more important than recording video for evidence purposes and equally important, the latest generation of PTZ cameras are equipped with adaptive IR technology which adjusts the angle of the camera’s built-in IR LEDs to match the level of zoom. Multi-sensor, multi-directional cameras Multi-directional cameras typically offer the capabilities of two, three or four video surveillance cameras in a single housing and yet, as they only have a single IP connection, you will only need to purchase one VMS license. Those equipped with two separate lenses are designed to capture high definition images of adjacent areas. Depending on the required field of view, there is a choice of interchangeable lens modules which can be easily fitted on site by an installation engineer. These multi-streaming cameras significantly reduce the costs which would normally be associated with installing two separate cameras to monitor, for example, an L-shaped area such as two sections of a corridor or two sides of a building. There are also multi-directional cameras available which feature four separate sensors, with operators able to choose from a broad range of customisable angles and zoom settings per sensor. This offers cost savings for both system integrators and end users, as multi-sensor cameras use less cable, conduit and mounting hardware, compared to what would normally be required to enable up to four separate cameras to do the same job. With less network connections, they also require fewer switches. Designed for monitoring large open areas with just one camera, the images captured by the four sensors can be seamlessly stitched to produce a panoramic image covering up to 220° images. Life will also be much easier for installers if models equipped with motorised PTRZ gimbals are specified. These will reduce on-site times as they enable engineers to remotely pan, tilt and rotate the lens’ positions in order to set the camera’s field of view. Built-in PTZ It is worth noting that some manufacturers, such as Hanwha Techwin, offer 4 channel multi-sensor cameras with an additional integral PTZ camera. This can be configured to automatically zoom in and track a moving object or move to a user configured pre-set position when the motion detection function of one of the four camera sensors detects activity. This addition of a PTZ camera means users are able to avoid incurring the higher capital, installation and maintenance costs of deploying 5 separate cameras to cover a large area, whilst achieving the same level of functionality. 360⁰ cameras A single 360⁰ camera will quite often offer the most efficient and cost-effective way of monitoring a large area and particularly so when a

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Existo entrusts VIVOTEK Security Solutions

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In the quickly growing legalised cannabis industry throughout the United States, extensive security measures are a necessity. As such, Existo was brought in to establish an IP surveillance solution for a cannabis cultivation facility in Northern Michigan. They not only exceed the state of Michigan’s expectations to allow for licensing at the state level but are also user-friendly and add a level of comfort to ownership about building security. Existo is a collective of cannabis industry professionals that covers a wide area of services designed to bring success to a cannabis business or idea. They are the most Metrc-validated compliance professionals in the United States. Challenge The State of Michigan is very particular with camera coverage and recording quality for this industry, so a camera system is essential to the licensing of this business. Challenges in the project were related to distances within the building, coverage in unique spaces, and varying climates/light exposure within indoor grow rooms. Solution Existo chose VIVOTEK and a total of 70 of its indoor and outdoor security solutions, NVRs, and VMS to monitor the cannabis cultivation facility. In the grow room, which includes a long hallway with tight spaces and climate concerns, seven VIVOTEK CC9381-HV panoramic network cameras are used. Along with offering amazing 180 degree HFOV coverage, the camera offers up to 20 fps at 5MP resolution (30 fps at 5MP with WDR off). The CC9381-HV also incorporates other value-added features. To combat high contrast lighting environments, WDR Pro is included and has built-in ~49 ft panoramic IR illuminators, ensuring 24/7 surveillance coverage. For exterior corners, four VIVOTEK SD9364-EHL professional speed dome cameras are now being utilized. The camera is specifically designed to enhance low light surveillance in large coverage areas. Equipped with ~492 ft IR illuminators and a 30x optical zoom lens, the SD9364-EHL provides a superb low light image in the most challenging situations. The speed dome camera also adopts VIVOTEK’s Smart IR II technology, which provides smooth vari-angle adjustment of the IR illuminators, allowing broad coverage FOV and highly uniform IR intensity while avoiding hotspots traditionally associated with IR illumination. For indoors and many general work areas, 14 FE9181-H fisheye fixed dome network cameras are being utilized. This camera features a detailed 5MP CMOS sensor that produces superb image clarity. By employing H.265 compression technology and VIVOTEK’s Smart Stream III technology, the camera can reduce both bandwidth and storage consumption by up to 90 percent while retaining the highest image quality standard. Due to its quality recording at a cost-effective price point, 40 VIVOTEK FD9380-H H.265 outdoor dome network cameras have been installed throughout the rest of the facility. This camera is equipped with a 5MP sensor, enabling a resolution of 2560×1920 at 20 fps. Featuring VIVOTEK SNV and WDR Pro technology, the FD9380-H can capture high-quality imagery in both high contrast and low light environments. Finally, the facility is also utilizing VIVOTEK’s ND9541 H.265 Linux-based embedded standalone NVR. Equipped for up to 32-CH network cameras, the NVR features a well-built ONVIF compliant and scalable configuration with VAST 2 VMS empowering users to set up and manage advanced IP surveillance systems with ease. It also supports remote and mobile access, via VIVOCloud and iViewer app, for both iOS and Android handheld devices, providing users an open, flexible, and intelligent NVR for seamless use in small to medium-sized video surveillance applications. In the end, the outcome not only met but surpassed all expectations and goals. The system was complimented as the highest quality in terms of coverage and camera quality by the Marijuana Regulatory Agency (MRA) enforcement agent during the state licensing walkthrough. Ownership can know with confidence that their business is safe and secure. Existo was also able to integrate VAST 2 with the Paxton Access Control units, thereby simplifying all aspects of security for the on-site security officer to have full visibility into the building Customer Feedback “The value Existo gains by partnering with VIVOTEK when designing and implementing camera systems for cannabis businesses cannot be understated,” explained Chris Hernandez, Existo Director of Operations. “Fulfilling state expectations when it comes to cameras becomes less of a headache when dealing with a company that offers so many options allowing us the flexibility that is essential in our field. This flexibility we gain from the quality and variety that VIVOTEK offers pays off tenfold in our business because there is no standard building design for cannabis businesses. Unique buildings with unique layouts but with highly standardized expectations put forward by state licensing expectations can be a stumbling block for many cannabis businesses. Our ability to utilize VIVOTEK’s solutions allows us to create systems that exceed state expectations while still being used to achieve safety goals set internally by our customers.” Share this article on LinkedIn. See more news here.

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Working with systems integrators

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IDIS assists systems integrators in targeting growth sector video projects. IDIS is working with systems integrators to identify and secure video projects in post-COVID growth sectors. Key among them are the: logistics, education, cannabis sales & production, and residential markets. Integrators affected by project delays or cancellations in their established markets are looking to diversify their customer portfolios. A recent analysis released online highlights sectors that will offer significant prospects for new video installations and system upgrades, as customers look to expand, to drive efficiency, or to introduce COVID-safe site control measures. “After a number of project successes across North America, we are seeing opportunities in some exciting areas,” said Andrew Myung, President, IDIS America. “There’s a buoyancy in the logistics sector, as ecommerce continues to grow, and COVID-19 has sped up the move to online with many older shoppers turning to online buying for the first time during the pandemic. Additionally, distribution and logistics centers need to keep up and upgrade their operations, which results in additional measures to secure the supply chain, track goods in and out as well as mitigating internal shrinkage and external threats such as being targeted by physical and cyber organized crime.” Opportunities also abound in the education sector; video surveillance is a cost-effective solution for schools considering ways to leverage their existing surveillance investment to help students and staff adhere with social distancing, occupancy limits and prevent bottlenecks in corridors and common areas. And the fast-growing cannabis sector is likely to continue performing well, with analysts expecting a continued CAGR of up to 20% through to 2027, driven by the increasing legalization of cannabis for medical as well as adult recreational use. Working with AV integrators in the residential and small business sectors, IDIS is seeing a growth in demand not only for surveillance to increase security and safety, but also to provide convenience and efficiency with though smart automation solutions that integrate lighting, music streaming, HVAC, and a range of IoT devices that can be controlled remotely from mobile apps. In this COVID-19 age, businesses concerned with becoming infection hotspots are looking to increase site monitoring, while pressures to drive efficiency are pushing other businesses to leverage the latest AI video capabilities, with new systems and upgrades, Myung notes. “Yet, for integrators without previous experience in these growth markets, accessing those opportunities can be difficult. Consequently, systems integrators are positioning themselves by partnering with the right vendors, including IDIS.” IDIS is structured to collaborate closely with systems integrators and offers them benefits including lower total cost of service (TCS). Advantages of the single-supplier model include improved sales planning, seamless technical support for end-to-end solutions, and reduced training requirements. Looking ahead, Myung says IDIS will be further supporting integration partners by building out solutions to help businesses enforce safe working practice in Q4. “We will be helping them meet new government and industry guidelines with competitive video solutions for applications including building occupancy and density control, social distancing compliance and face mask policy compliance.” Share this article on LinkedIn. See more news here.

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Watchtower Security Solutions achieves gold

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International mobile CCTV tower specialists, Watchtower Security Solutions, has achieved Gold Membership status with Constructionline, the UK’s leading procurement and supply chain management service. Constructionline, which only allows companies to become certified members once they meet a set of rigorous assessment criteria, awarded Watchtower Security Solutions with the accreditation at the start of 2020. Achieving this enhanced membership level is reflected in their determination to be a leader within the security sector, providing clients greater assurance about safety, quality and environmental management standards. Many leading construction companies are now stipulating Gold Membership as the desired standard required of their suppliers. Chris Finney, Commercial Security Manager at WSS said: “With more than 10,000 decision-makers from nearly 4,000 buying organisations using Constructionline to determine their suppliers, we are delighted to have achieved an enhanced level that is most appropriate to the expectations of current and future clients. The award is testament to the dedication and commitment the whole team shows to providing the highest quality of expertise and professional service in the business.” Established in the UK in 2019, Watchtower Security Solutions is part of a wider group which has been going for 26 years overseas. Informed by these many years of expertise, Watchtower Security Solutions offers industry leading, all-in-one surveillance solutions especially for valuable, remote and vulnerable locations. This makes them ideal for places like construction sites, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown when many locations were left vacant or unstaffed. Watchtower Security Solutions’ key product is the WT-1, a large, robust mobile mast with sophisticated cameras and equipment encased in a CE certified unit all offering CCTV surveillance 24/7. It has also recently achieved Secured by Design (SBD) accreditation. SBD is an official police security initiative focusing on crime prevention through ‘designing out crime’, acting as a measurable standard for quality crime prevention products. Thus, the WT-1’s SBD accreditation guarantees its effectiveness in reducing crime. Share this article on LinkedIn. See more news here.

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Hikvision Xi’an Intelligent Traffic Management case study

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Traffic continues to grow in every major city. But how do you beat congestion in these restricted urban spaces? In China’s ancient-walled city of Xi’an, they’re adopting an intelligent traffic management system based on Hikvision technology – and boosting traffic flow while reducing journey time. The Chinese city of Xi’an, known as Chang’an in ancient times, was the center of ancient oriental civilization. Thirteen dynasties spanning Chinese history have chosen Xi’an as their capital. Today, Xi’an is not simply a part of history: it’s a high tech hub, renowned across China for its scientific research and education, manufacturing, technology, and transportation. The challenge: allowing a city to grow and flow within ancient walls In spite of being a modern hub, Xi’an still retains its ‘checkerboard’ layout from the Tang Dynasty, complete with its border of tall and ancient walls. Nevertheless, while economic growth has enabled the city to develop, the walls place great restrictions on the city’s daily movement – especially to its burgeoning traffic. Vehicles can only enter and exit through the city gates, but with some three million vehicles in the city, the limited number of entrances was beginning to cause serious congestion. What’s more, there are also many ancient ruins in the city, which were further limiting the development of the urban area. Plus as of 2018, the city was home to over 10 million people, while the number of construction projects was steadily increasing. Managing a growing city while protecting its history presented a serious challenge to Xi’an. So to address this, Xi’an Urban Traffic Administration turned to Hikvision and its intelligent cameras. The Solution: an intelligent traffic management system from Hikvision “Xi’an’s city walls make it impossible to increase the size of the urban area. So it was only through technology that we could allow the modern city to grow and develop,” says Lihu Ma, the Project Manager from Hikvision. “A core part of the Hikvision solution involves our AI-powered video technology.” The Xi’an traffic police worked with experts from Hikvision, as well as urban planning experts, internet service providers and other technology companies, to design and implement an intelligent traffic management system. The construction of this system fully utilizes Hikvision’s core advantages in urban transportation intelligence, employing AI-powered video to create a powerful traffic sensing system. “Effectively, we are building a bridge between an intelligent digital world and the physical urban transportation network in Xi’an,” explains Lihu. The technical solution The intelligent traffic management system analyzes comprehensive and detailed data about the movement of traffic through the urban Xi’an area, and uses the insight gathered to make the flow of traffic more smoothly in three key ways. 1. Comprehensive road traffic violation monitoring Xi’an traffic police have installed Hikvision’s Checkpoint Capture Cameras and Intersection Violation Capture Units as part of a monitoring system that can detect illegal vehicle behavior at intersections. These full view ultra-high zoom cameras record vehicles making illegal maneuvers – such as running red lights, making banned turns and illegal lane changes – in real time. What’s more, the latest sonar monitoring equipment is being used to detect illegal use of car horns in banned areas. 2. Visual integrated command and dispatching platform Using real-time video streams from Hikvision Traffic Flow Capture Cameras, a number of road condition perception technologies, plus intelligent mobile applications, Xi’an traffic police has created a visual command and control center, coupled with an intelligent police dispatch system. All data is aggregated and dynamically displayed on a large screen in the command and control center. In the event of a traffic incident, the system generates dispatch recommendations intelligently, according to the location and distribution of traffic police officers throughout the city. Those closest to an incident receive an automated message to their mobile terminals, enabling them to arrive at the scene quickly. [Visualized Command and Dispatch System] More importantly, the intelligent traffic management system uses advanced machine learning capabilities to gain insight into typical congestion patterns, in order to actively identify potential traffic events before they happen. By analyzing large volumes of road condition data and information from Hikvision’s intelligent video cameras, the system can predict which intersections are most prone to congestion and when, enabling traffic police to put evasive measures in place before serious issues arise. 3. Improved vehicle flow capacity with intelligent signal control The Xi’an traffic management team also employs congestion management practices to ease the flow of traffic, largely through the optimization of signal timing. Using Hikvision intelligent video cameras coupled with augmented reality (AR) technology, the intelligent traffic management system analyzes traffic flow data and dynamically alters the timing of signal lights accordingly. It will monitor traffic flow, queue length and average driving speed in all directions of intersections in real-time, automatically adjusting signal timing to optimize the flow of vehicles. [Augmented Reality for Informed Traffic Management] Benefits: Traffic throughput up by 10%, journey time down by 12% The Xi’an traffic management system has now been trained with a wealth of traffic data, including Hikvision video, enabling it to build multiple intelligent algorithms for managing congestion in the city. First of all, map-based congestion reports suggest that Xi’an’s congestion rankings have improved significantly. In fact, compared with the test results of pilot roads before the system went live, intelligent signal control alone has increased the throughput of traffic by 10%, while the average vehicle journey time is reduced by about 12%. What’s more, driver behavior is improving, and drivers are becoming more compliant with the rules of the road. Traffic law enforcement data reveals that traffic offences are generally decreasing, with traffic violations dropping by some 30% in one short-term observation. Additionally, thanks to the proactive traffic incident warning function, the incident detection rate has also increased by more than 30% compared to the traditional model. With the continuous optimization of the system algorithm, plus ongoing installation of monitoring equipment, the accuracy of this identification will only improve. In the process of urbanization, tackling congestion is not only about improving

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OPTEX launches QXI series sensors

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OPTEX has launched a range of general application outdoor intrusion sensors. The QXI series includes compact, outdoor sensors that provide a 12 metre detection area, up to 120 degrees in width. The sensors are specifically designed to be mounted at heights of up to 2.7 metres, making them less obvious to intruders and out of reach from vandals. The QXI-DT has anti-blocking features (based on microwave technology) to detect intruders attempting to deliberately mask the detector. The new Quad technology features a pyro element that has been redefined by OPTEX and supports a greater performance with a double layered detection in a compact design. The QXI series features Super Multi-Dimensional Analysis (SMDA) logic and Double Conductive Shielding for reliable sensing capabilities and greater tolerance against light and RFI. It allows for greater immunity against pets and can also be installed as a low mount PIR detector to create a ‘pet alley’ and further reduce the likelihood of nuisance alarms. Masaya Kida, Managing Director of OPTEX EMEA, stated, ‘By analysing detection patterns and environmental information, SMDA improves immunity against various noise factors such as climate changes and vegetation sway, and can distinguish between the cause of nuisance false alarms and genuine intrusions.’ The QXI features an easy to open/close front cover. The compact design not only makes the device less visible to intruders but is also less intrusive. Other features include an Automatic Walk Test Mode which automatically starts when the cover is closed and returns to normal mode after three minutes. The QXI series includes four models: two that are hardwired (QXI-ST and Dual-Tech QXI-DT) and two wireless (QXI-R and QXI-RDT). Power to the QXI-R /RDT can be shared through a common battery (CR123A) to the transmitter in the base of the device which can easily be swapped out/replaced when the need arises. See more news here.

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Silent Sentinel body temperature detection cameras

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Surveillance platform manufacturer, Silent Sentinel, is pleased to announce the expansion of their range of elevated body temperature detection cameras with the addition of a thermal only option, the Modum Lite. As standard the Modum Lite is accurate to within 0.5 degrees, however when deployed with the optional blackbody, the Modum Lite is accurate to within 0.3 degrees making it perfect for standoff elevated body temperature detection requirements. The Modum Lite has been designed as a thermal only solution which allows the camera to provide highly accurate body temperature measurement, at a price point to meet all budgets. Optional laptop, blackbody, and trolley are available too. The camera can be deployed as a standalone system or as part of a network deployed system feeding back to a centralised command and control location. Key features include: High accuracy (0.3 degrees)* High resolution 640×512 or low resolution 384×288 imagers Temperature measurement up to 5m away PoE supported Can be paired with a blackbody for more accurate temperature results Options available include a laptop, blackbody, and trolley *0.3 degrees when deployed with a blackbody, 0.5 degrees without James Longcroft, Business Development Director, says “Building on the success of the Modum body temperature camera, we are really pleased to launch the Modum Lite. The addition of the Modum Lite means we have a wide offering within the Modum range to meet even more customer requirements.”.

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Hikvision launches LED display product line

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Hikvision, the world’s leading provider of innovative security products and solutions, has launched a full range of LED displays, providing seamless, high-definition and colourful imaging. Developed and manufactured internally, Hikvision’s LED displays offer indoor fine pitch LED, indoor fixed LED, outdoor LED, and transparent LED technologies to cover a wide range of customisation needs. Hikvision has years of experience in providing monitoring screen displays for surveillance centres, and launching the new LED display product line also marks the entry of Hikvision into the global, commercial digital signage market, and yet another milestone in the company’s continuous expansion from the security field into new business areas. The new LED displays from Hikvision are designed specifically to meet the growing market demand from enterprise and public safety organisations, advertising companies, and the entertainment industry. The new LED displays were engineered to become the ideal option for monitoring centres, meeting rooms, indoor and outdoor advertising screens, live spectator events, and a host of other scenarios. With outstanding image rendering technology, Hikvision’s LED displays bring users true-to-life images and video with exquisite, high-definition picture. Equipped with the unique Pix Master image processing technology, the displays offer improved image sharpness, dynamic contrast, saturation, and enhanced clarity from all directions. Other features include: Remote control: Users can operate the displays remotely with an easy-to-use multi-function card One-click colour-temperature mode-switching: Support for one-click switching among multiple colour-temperature modes changes the picture to suit virtually any application Automatic dehumidification: This feature reduces the rate of malfunctioning lights by 30% on average, effectively lengthening the lifespan of each display Blue light filtering: With over 90% of blue light converted to low-energy light, viewers will benefit from effective and responsible eye protection. Additionally, Hikvision’s LED displays simplify splicing several screens together due to its standardised structure, which enables easy installation and maintenance and supports common 1080p and 4K resolutions with accurate proportion. For more security news visit here.

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telent awarded maintenance contract for new Elizabeth Line

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telent, a leading UK technology and network services company, has been awarded a contract to support and maintain CCTV for the Elizabeth line, the new railway line that will service London and the South East to increase rail capacity in the city. telent has been maintaining the system since May 2017 when the eastern section of the line from Liverpool Street to Shenfield opened. This new contract has been awarded by Transport for London (TfL). “This contract is important to us and demonstrates our successful and longstanding commercial partnership with TfL,” said Reg Cook, Director of Asset Management at telent. “We look forward to continuing to play a key role in the development of TfL’s transport network and in the running of this new line.” telent will support the Driver Only Operation (DOO) CCTV system, which allows the train driver to view images from platform cameras on in-cab monitors to ensure the safe departure of the train from the station. The contract will be delivered by telent’s Asset Management team, which has over 20 years’ experience managing critical communications assets across TfL and the UK national rail and road networks. The new agreement follows telent’s recent announcement of a seven-year contract with TfL to manage a wide and complex range of communication assets across TfL’s Underground and Surface estates. The contract for the Elizabeth line will start on April 1 and run for at least five years. The Central section of the Elizabeth line is currently under development and is due to open from summer 2021. The Elizabeth line will be a high frequency, high capacity service linking 41 stations over 100 kilometres from Reading and Heathrow in the west, through central London, to Shenfield and Abbey Wood in the east. The project required 42 kilometres of new tunnels, ten new stations, over 50 kilometres of new track, integration of three signalling systems and upgrades across existing infrastructure. With more than 30 years of experience in the transport sector and customers including Network Rail and Highways England, this contract win builds upon telent’s work in mission critical environments and further highlights its commitment towards delivering high-performance, ultra-reliable and cost-efficient services. telent has maintained communication assets for TfL since 1996, across a vast array of environments and sites, including London Underground stations, depots and operational buildings, TfL office buildings, bus stations, river piers, cycle hire stations and the London Transport museum. telent is also responsible for the network behind TfL’s new digital media screens. GlobalReach Technology selected telent to monitor more than 8,000 digital media screens installed across TfL stations and provide 24/7 on-hand support in the event of down-time. This will help with the vital work of maintaining the effective operation of the nation’s infrastructure and at the heart of many of the UK’s and Ireland’s best-known brands, telent operates within various industry sectors, including Transport, Service Provider, Public Safety, Defence, Government/Public Services and Enterprise. For more security news visit here.

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