Security Camera Flaw Patched for TRENDnet Security Cameras

California-based residential security camera manufacturer TRENDnet announced last week that it just released a new IP camera firmware upgrade designed to neutralize a security flaw that was recently discovered. The flaw allows internet users to gain access to live footage from a user's security camera relatively easily without knowing the password. TRENDnet issued a statement about the flaw stating that the bug only affects camera models sold by TRENDnet since April 2010. Overall, TRENDnet has announced that they have identified 18 cameras that may require the update.

According to the company in a statement, "A recent product hack revealed a vulnerability present in several TRENDnet SecurView IP cameras. TRENDnet's security team understands that video from some TRENDnet IP SecureView cameras may be accessed online in real time. Upon awareness of the issue, TRENDnet initiated immediate actions to quantify the scope of the issue, initiate corrective actions, and publish updated firmware which resolves the issue."

The BBC published a story in which Zak Wood, the Director of Global Marketing for TRENDnet, blamed the flaw on a "coding oversight". The vulnerability, according to the BBC report, was first discovered by The Verge, a technology news website. The Verge revealed details about the flaw on a blog back in the beginning of January and alerted TRENDnet about the issue.

If you bought a TRENDnet security camera on or after April 2010, I highly recommend you get TRENDnet's upgrade, unless you like unauthorized people having access to your live security camera feed, potentially being harmful to your business, home or family. It's completely up to you.

Source: Security Info Watch - TRENDnet Fixes Surveillance Camera Security Flaw

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Channel Vision Launches Channel Vision Security, a Free DDNS Service for Customers

One of the popular names in technology and surveillance, Channel Vision, has just announced that it will soon begin providing a free DDNS service to all of its surveillance system customers. The service, set to begin soon, will be known as Channel Vision Security and will allow the company's customers to no longer worry about a lost IP address or changes interrupting their security cameras or DVR services.

Channel Vision Security is a DNS service designed to continually track the IP address of your surveillance system and automatically change with any IP address change. In addition to that, a connection to the security camera or DVR will never be lost as a result of a change in IP address, whether your system is reset on purpose or your internet provider makes a change.

President and CEO of Channel Vision Darrel Hauk has stated that the introduction of Channel Vision Security will "simplify network management for Channel Vision clients." Hauk also added, "Now that DDNS hosting services are beginning to change and offer fewer free services, this program gives our customers another option for DDNS hosting. This is a great service that enhances the customer experience of our IP cameras and DVRs, as well as eliminating the frustration of keeping up with dynamic IP address changes or services provided by third parties."

Channel Vision customers can contact the company directly to obtain a URL for accessing their Channel Vision IP cameras or security DVRs via the internet. A personalized web address is also created to view your video feed from anywhere in the world as long as you are connected to the internet. In addition to that, this service allows users to have the convenience of knowing that their IP address will adjust without any intervention from them.

Source: CEPro - Channel Vision Launches Free DDNS Service for Security Customers

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Dropcam Introduces New Dropcam HD Security Camera

When it comes to home or small business security setups, a lot of people think that they need this big, flashy high-end security system. Not the case. If you want a basic, easy-to-use, simple and manageable security system for your home or small business, take a look at what Dropcam has to offer as the company promises to make monitoring your home and small business security really easy.

Dropcam has just announced its newest product, the Dropcam HD, an unusually small camera that is capable of providing an easy peek at your home or small business from any web-enabled computer or mobile device. What's more is that the Dropcam HD camera also promises to make viewing your camera feed extremely simple.

A statement from the company says that setup should be completed in literally sixty seconds. All you have to do is decide where you want to put your Dropcam HD camera and plug it in. Once that "excruciating" process is complete, select your WiFi network, personalize it and you're finished. That's it, literally.

As far as performance is concerned, the Dropcam HD can record in 720p HD H.264 video using an AES 256-bit encryption. The camera also promises automated night vision, allowing it to work the same in both day and night situations. In addition to that, after the setup is complete, you don't need any assistance from your computer which, additionally, doesn't need to be on for the cameras to work.

Real-time viewing is also free and includes things like email alerts or text alerts and, if you don't have the time to constantly monitor the camera feed, Dropcam offers a cloud-based DVR storage system. For only $9.95 per month, Dropcam will provide you with 7 days of storage, known as the Plus plan. The Pro plan increases that to 30 days worth of storage for a monthly fee of $29.95. You will be able to pick up the Dropcam HD camera from Dropcam sometime in March for $149.

Source: Electronic House - Dropcam HD Delivers 720p Security Camera

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Axis P33 Series Dome Cameras

The Axis P33 Network Camera Series is a dome camera series from Axis that consists of two different types of models. The first is the Axis P33 Series and the second is the Axis P3301/P3304/-V Network Camera Series. Each series offers different features that are perfectly suited for different situations and needs and each has something to offer, no matter what your security camera situation is.

The Axis P33 Series is a full-featured indoor and outdoor fixed dome camera series that is specifically designed for efficient installation. There are a total of three different versions of the P33 Series. The first is your standard indoor dome camera. This model is perfect for keeping tabs on warehouses, storage rooms or factory levels. The next version is an indoor vandal resistant model. This does everything the regular indoor model does but has extra protection against tampering. Finally, there is the outdoor vandal-resistant model. This model has an IP-rated housing that makes it impervious to weather as well as vandal-resistant features to keep it safe from tampering.

Next up is the Axis P3301/P3304/-V Series. These cameras are smaller, more discreet indoor fixed dome cameras that come with a subset of the features found in the P33 Series. The Axis P3301/P3304/-V Series comes in two different models. The first is a standard indoor model and the second is an indoor vandal-resistant model. Both cameras work pretty much like the standard P33 Series indoor and indoor vandal-resistant cameras but with the subset of features.

The IP-rated protective casings for the cameras, as well as their discreet design, make these fixed dome cameras perfect for video surveillance in exposed areas like airports, subways, retail stores, schools and university campuses. They include features like high-performance video (including HDTV quality), multiple H.264 video streams, easy installation with remote focus and zoom, outdoor-ready models designed for extreme temperatures and Power over Ethernet (PoE).

Source: Business Solutions - AXIS P33 Network Camera Series

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D-Link Releases Mobile Security Camera Feed App

It appears as if D-Link is taking a cue from the iViglio Smartcam Pro application, which allows you to use your iPhone or iPad camera signal as a security system, as the company is about to release a similar security camera app specifically for tablets. The main difference here, though, is that this app uses D-Link cameras that are connected to your network.

D-Link's new app, known as mydlink+, will be operational on both Apple's iOS devices and Android OS devices and will allow D-Link's customers to remotely monitor their camera feeds from anywhere in the world via an internet connection. The app will also allow you to use your tablet to monitor as many as four mydlink network cameras simultaneously. Some of the supported cameras from D-Link that work with the app include the Day/Night Network Camera with mydlink (DCS-932L) and the Wireless N Network camera.

If you are constantly on the go and you want a convenient way to monitor all of your camera feeds, this app could be just what you are looking for, provided you use D-Link cameras, that is. If you do have D-Link cameras and security is a high priority, you shouldn't even be considering not getting this app. The app itself will be available for $0.99 until January 1, at which point the price will increase to $4.99, so get it quickly!

Source: Mobile Mag - Mydlink App Lets Users Monitor Their Security IP Cameras Remotely

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American Dynamics Unveils Illustra 600 Series

American Dynamics has just unveiled its newest product, the Illustra 600 Series. This camera series is a good choice for security directors who need high HD video quality in all types of lighting conditions. These mini dome cameras are also the choice of security integrators thanks to the free auto-configuration software and the hands-free remote auto-focus and zoom capabilities.

Other places these cameras are being integrated include banking and retail with security professionals in these fields interested in the Illustra 600 IP cameras for their unique facial detection capabilities. In places like banks and retail, where theft is one of the main hazards, facial recognition is key to discovering who robbed you and how to find them.

According to Senior Product Manager for IP Cameras at American Dynamics Steve Carney, "Capturing quality facial images is important, particularly in businesses that are monitoring places like cash registers, entrances and teller lines. Unlike other cameras on the market, the Illustra 600 has the ability to detect a face and increase the bit rate around it, without cropping out important background images. This unique handling of 'regions of interest' allows the camera to save on bandwidth and storage costs."

In addition to that, the auto-focus feature allows you to control the image and automatically focus on the area required without ever having to go to the physical camera to do so. This saves you a lot of time and money on every installation and can be easily completed with a simple mouse click. Also, the outdoor cameras in the series have a Theia wide angle lens option that provides ultra-clear views and avoids "barrel-distortion", especially at long ranges.

The Illustra 600 Series cameras are compatible with American Dynamics' VideoEdge NVR v4.01, HDVR and are also compliant with ONVIF standards, providing you with a greater flexibility in your choice of recording platforms. These cameras are available now in black and white, indoor mini-dome and IP 67 rated outdoor vandal resistant mini-dome form factors and are all available via American Dynamics' worldwide distribution channels.

Source: Security Info Watch - American Dynamics introduces Illustra 600 IP cameras

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Every CTA Rail Station Outfitted with Surveillance Cameras

If you have some underlying fear about "Big Brother" always watching you, you may want to reconsider ever going into any one of the hundreds of rail stations in Chicago. That is because Chicago leaders recently sent word to both CTA riders and criminals that each and every one of the 143 rail stations in the city are now equipped with multiple security cameras.

The cameras can't and won't stop criminals in the act, unfortunately, due to the fact that they do not provide live feeds to the Chicago Police Department or the CTA control center. It is hoped that these cameras will serve as a deterrent to criminals and also help police catch criminals brave enough to strike under the watchful eyes of the camera after they have committed the crime.

These new cameras, along with increased police patrols of the transit system, will also give transit riders an added sense of security, according to Mayor Rahm Emanuael, CTA President Forrest Claypool and Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy at the CTA Clinton station serving the Green and Pink Lines.

Footage from some of the newly deployed cameras on the platform station at Clinton and Lake Streets was recently used to arrest a suspect who attacked a woman and stole her purse in an elevator a block away from the station. The same criminal was also previously caught on surveillance using a stolen credit card. The camera evidence also connected him to a car burglary two weeks earlier near CTA headquarters.

A total of 1,735 cameras were recently installed at 78 stations that previously had no cameras whatsoever. The work, which began in June and was scheduled for completion by year's end, wrapped up six weeks ahead of schedule according to officials. A total of 65 stations already had cameras.

The project, which was federally funded, brings the grand total number of cameras to nearly 3,000, all of which are high-resolution security cameras. The number of cameras at each location varies depending on station layout and other factors according to officials. "We feel like this is about as close a saturation as you can get," Claypool stated.

The new cameras have already contributed to nearly 47 arrests of suspects who robbed or attacked passengers on the CTA system, as well as other crimes against people near CTA property in the last five months. The string of crimes includes three slayings near CTA property as well. Over 700 of the new 5000 Series rail cars that the CTA is putting into service are also outfitted with cameras. Those on-board cameras will eventually provide real-time video to police and the CTA according to officials.

Source: Chicago Tribune - CTA says its rail stations now all have surveillance cameras

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New PTZ Dome Camera Line from Siqura

Siqura B.V. just recently announced the release of an advanced PTZ dome camera line that is capable of withstanding some of the harshest environments.

Thanks to pressurized dome housings, the new camera line ensures airtight protection against excessive moisture, dirt and even pollution. This type of protection makes this camera line perfect for situations like seaports and highway tunnels, areas where corrosive elements in the atmosphere can greatly affect the performance of a surveillance system and cause unnecessary risks to both safety and security.

These cameras have an IP67 Ingress Protection rating and the housing is constructed of materials designed to withstand intense levels of solar heat. In addition to that, pressurizing the house also prevents moisture, pollution and dust from damaging the camera and its internal components.

The Siqura pressurized PTZ dome camera series includes analog and IP options as well. These cameras make precision and expediency a priority thanks to their 400 degree per second preset positioning capabilities, 26x or 35x autofocus zoom lens and 12x digital zoom. Surveillance conditions can vary widely, even for just one camera. That is why these cameras also include day/night (IR-cut) filter and backlight compensations standard, both of which can be applied manually or automatically when lighting conditions call for it. The wide dynamic functionality also ensures excellent video quality, even in the most difficult situations.

In addition to that, each of these cameras is capable of quad-streaming and supporting dual H.264 streams as well as two highly configurable MPEG-2, MPEG-4 or MJPEG encoders. This makes it easy for these cameras to offer the best quality video while simultaneously streaming network performance. In addition to that, it facilitates a wide range of migration paths within IP networks.

Every Siqura IP camera is designed to comply with worldwide adopted standards and is tested with leading VMS vendors. This makes it possible to easily integrate these cameras with a plethora of third-party systems. These cameras also come with an easy-to-use, access-controlled, Web-based user interface that allows users to configure or view video streams from a computer or mobile device.

Source: SecurityInfoWatch.com - Siqura releases new PTZ dome camera line

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U.S. Finally Lands Y-cam Security Cameras

Y-cam solutions out of the U.K. is now offering its user-friendly products in the United States. Y-cam's security cameras are designed to provide both residential and small business customers with an extremely simple way to maintain control of everything that happens on their property, whenever and wherever they want, regardless of whether they are at home or in another country.

According to Co-Founder of Y-cam Devin Chawda, "With the developments in mobile technology and the increase of internet speeds, it is now possible to safeguard your home and business with security cameras at an affordable price. Designed from the start with non-technical users in mind, Y-cam internet cameras allow you to watch your house, car, pets or businesses whenever you want and from wherever you are."

Y-cam cameras are your standard IP cameras that connect to the internet and allow you to view and hear whatever your camera is recording from anywhere in the world in real time. Each individual camera is capable of operating without the need of a computer and of producing vivid images as well as precise control and advanced options like motion detection. Y-cam cameras can detect motion, trigger alarms and even alert you directly when motion occurs.

The design of Y-cam cameras also make them easier to install and use. The installation process is very user-friendly and requires absolutely no technical background to complete correctly. The web-based interface is also very intuitive and easy to use and the internet/computer software allows you to view your cameras remotely via the internet.

In addition to that, Y-cam offers apps for mobile platforms like the iPhone, BlackBerry and Android and Y-cam MultiLive gives you a fast and easy way to view your Y-cam video stream directly from your mobile device. MultiLive applications are supported by all current Y-cam products and allow up to eight camera feeds to be saved to the phone for instant viewing.

Source: PR Newswire - Y-cam Security Cameras Arrive in the U.S.

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New Honeywell Dome Cameras Feature Latest Seawolf Chip from Pixim

One of the leading providers of imaging chips for enterprise security cameras, Pixim Incorporated, has just announced that New Jersey-based Honeywell has recently released a new dome camera series, the HD4US and HD4USX. These new dome cameras integrate Seawolf, the latest and greatest chip technology to come out of Pixim Incorporated.

In addition to that, these cameras are also designed for optimized image quality in locations where low light, high contrast or varying light conditions occur regularly. The weather-proof housing is also engineered for both indoor and outdoor installations and the new vandalproof domes are also available immediately via a plethora of distribution partners including ADI, one of the largest camera distribution companies in the world, supporting more than 80,000 security installers.

Honeywell's new HD4US camera family, based on Pixim's Seawolf chip technology, has an adequate resolution of 690 HTVL as well as the industry standard wide dynamic range. But that's not all, in addition to that the new dome cameras also only require 0.1 lux of illumination in order to produce a usable, color image at a full 30 frames per second.

If you are currently in the market for a weather-proof, vandal-proof, indoor and outdoor dome camera series, you might want to check out the new HD4US and HD4USX domes camera series from Honeywell, both of which feature integrated Seawolf chip technology from Pixim Incorporated.

Source: Digital Journal - Honeywell Launches Security Cameras Powered by Pixim's Seawolf Chip

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New Thermal Analytics Processor from VideoIQ and FLIR

VideoIQ has just recently partnered with FLIR to create a premium solution in order to provide analytics, edge NVR storage and IP video encoding that is optimized for FLIR's high-performance thermal camera range. The Thermal Analytics Processor, when combined with FLIR's SR Series or F Series of cameras, will create an effective and affordable solution for perimeter thermal security.

The Thermal Analytics Processor uses VideoIQ's new proprietary FLIR Mode analytics which is specifically tuned to get the most out of FLIR's high-resolution thermal imaging cameras. The Analytics Processor, when paired with FLIR's thermal cameras, allows you to automatically classify detected objects as either people, vehicles or boats with absolutely no calibration.

The Thermal Analytics Processor provides 160GB of on-board NVR storage which eliminates the need to stream images to a central NVR and also reduces network traffic and bandwidth by as much as 90%. This processor makes FLIR's cameras plug-and-play compatible with existing IP networks too by automatically encoding analog video from a FLIR camera into an IP video signal. In addition to that, the processor also supports integration with multiple VMS systems including Genetec, Milestone, ONSSI, Lenel and VideoIQ View.

According to a statement from Vice President of Security and Surveillance at FLIR Systems Bill Klink, "In partnership with VideoIQ, we've created the most effective and affordable off-the-shelf solution for security detection, analysis, alarming, recording and notification."

Ed Bednarcik, President and CEO of VideoIQ added, "By working with FLIR, we've developed the most scalable and accurate zero light surveillance solution available on the market for critical infrastructure, government and transportation customers, whether they're deploying a single camera in a remote location or hundreds of cameras to protect a large facility."

Source: The Sacramento Bee - VideoIQ and FLIR Announce New Thermal Analytics Processor

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University in Louisiana Increases Security Cameras

Nicholls State University, out of Thibodaux, Louisiana, is adding hundreds of security cameras to its campus in order to increase security. However, while some students are pleased and welcome the added surveillance, others are becoming increasingly puzzled about the move.

According to Executive Vice President Larry Howell, "This is just another piece of the continued improvements on campus. Nicholls has always been a safe campus for our students, faculty and staff, and we are committed to making it even safer."

As of right now, 157 cameras are already installed on the campus. The school hopes to add 193 additional cameras by the end of the year bringing the total up to 350 cameras. Cameras have been and will be installed in common areas and corridors of residence halls, cash-collection points, the gymnasium, union, cafeteria and Beauregard Hall.

Craig Jaccuzzo, head of university police at Nicholls, says that the cameras are being installed in phases as buildings are being renovated. "As we can financially support adding cameras, we are doing so," he said. Jaccuzzo estimates that the total cost for the entire system is about $400,000 with each camera casting about $980.

Jaccuzzo was quick to dismiss questions that the new cameras were being added in response to a specific misdeed or crime. "You see a lot of campuses doing this kind of thing whenever something bad happens," he states. "We're doing it to be proactive." Jaccuzzo also added that the cameras can be used to monitor live events and can also store up to two weeks of footage.

As far as students' feelings on the new cameras go, many are positive. Most of the students interviewed about the cameras stated that the new system makes them feel safer. However, one complaint about the cameras was that the number of cameras seems excessive.

"A couple hundred seems over the top for me," said communications sophomore Chelsea Bray. "If it were a few dozen, it would be alright. Is there really that much happening here?"

Other students are worried about the cameras infringing upon their privacy. Jaccuzzo responded to the privacy concerns saying, "We're only placing the cameras where there are no expectations of privacy." Jaccuzzo stated that he usually tells the students who complain about privacy to focus on the security these cameras provide. "I ask them if they are willing to give up inches of that type of freedom so they can sleep at night. All of them are pretty much in line when they understand that."

Source: Daily Comet - Nicholls adds security cameras on campus

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What to Expect from the Future of Security Cameras

According to the President and CEO of Axis Communications Ray Mauritsson, "The next few years will see a continuing switch from analog to digital surveillance cameras, and to the increased use of processing power built into individual cameras."

Mauritsson, speaking at the official opening of Axis' Melbourne office, stated that Axis would continue to take advantage of the processing power of its custom-designed ASICs in order to deliver features as opposed to just image resolution. One example that Mauritsson brought up was that parts of new algorithms for video analytics will be put into security cameras in order to improve scalability, with other parts remaining centralized.

Axis' recently released Q1602 features the company's Lightfinder technology, which allows algorithms built into the ASIC to compensate for the characteristics of the camera's lens and image sensor. This allows you to receive improved image quality, even in low light situations, and performs better than the human eye in near darkness.

Approximately 2/3 of the of the surveillance camera market is still analog according to Mauritsson. However, the shift to digital/IP cameras is moving along quickly. Year-over-year growth is roughly 10% overall though it is around 30% for digital cameras. Mauritsson predicts that the market penetration of IP cameras will be around 90% to 95% by the year 2020.

In addition to that, Mauritsson also believes that the deployment of the NBN will probably see the emergence of video surveillance as a service as well as the outsourcing of video monitoring and storage to cloud providers. This, according to Mauritsson, will be especially useful to small sites with only 5 to 10 cameras.

Image quality is one of the main factors that is helping drive the transition to digital security cameras. Analog cameras are limited to PAL/NTSC standards but digital cameras are capable of displaying images in full 1080p HD. In addition to that, another factor is the seemingly low cost of installation.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) allows you to use a single cable to connect an IP camera. An analog camera needs at least one cable to power it and another cable to run the video signal. Other things, like PTZ functionality, audio and control functions add to the cabling as well as the complexity of the installation.

However, Mauritsson believes that the transition to digital cameras is being delayed by systems integrators that prefer to stay in their old analog ways due to comfort and familiarity. Mauritsson expects big things from the future of security cameras, even though the process of getting there is slow going.

Source: IT Wire - What's ahead for the surveillance camera market?

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D-Link Shows Off New Products

D-Link just recently showcased IP camera security solutions for businesses at the ISC West conference that took place from April 1st through the 3rd. This included a live demonstration of a fully functional IP surveillance solution that featured D-Link's network cameras with PTZ, SAN storage, smart managed switches, Gigabit network interface controllers and a camera management application. In addition to that, D-Link exhibited the newest in internet security cameras and enclosures.

The latest innovation in IP camera technology from D-Link includes the award-winning SecuriCam Network Camera line. This camera line features a wide range of visual and auditory security cameras designed to fit multiple applications including static wall-mounted cameras, audio capabilities, wired and wireless deployment, two-way communication and power over Ethernet.

One of these new cameras, the D-Link network indoor dome PoE camera with Wide Dynamic Range and IR illuminator, features a state of the art WDR that compensates for extreme lighting contrast to give you perfect video capturing every time. In addition to that, it also features a built-in IR cut filter to capture video footage in complete darkness. New all-weather camera enclosures were also highlighted by D-Link.

A list of all the D-Link products that were on display at ISC West include:

IP Cameras:

• DCS-6620 10/100 Internet camera, Pan/Tilt/Zoom, 10x Optical Zoom, Dual Codec, 0.05Lux


• DCS-6110 Fixed Dome PoE Network Camera


• DCS-3415 Fixed Network Camera, Day & Night, 18x Optical Zoom, PoE


• DCS3410 Fixed NEtwork Camera, Day & Night , PoE


• DCS-6111 Fixed Dome PoE Network Camera with Wide Dynamic Range

Camera Management Applications included:

• D-ViewCam 2.x software

Switch included:

• DXS-3227P with PoE (DXS-3227P xStack Managed 24-Port Gigabit Stackable L2+ PoE Switch, 4 Combo SFP, 1 Fixed XFP Slot, 2 10-Gigabit Slots)

Storage included:

• DSN-3200-10 (xStack Storage 8x1GbE iSCSI SAN Array, 15 Bays, 3U, w/o Drives, with Trays)

And NIC Adapter included:

• DGE-560T Gigabit PCI Express Network Adapter

Source: Security Camera News - D-Link Exhibits Newest In Internet Security Cameras At ISC West

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Canon Introduces New VB-M700F IP Security Camera

Canon has just recently released its newest product, the 1.3MP VB-M700F IP security camera. This device is said to have the ability to produce high quality images in low light situations and also comes with built-in video analytics and OVIF conformance. It is also said that this new device is also a great camera for environments requiring an IP security camera.

The VB-M700F IP camera has a Digic Net image processor that captures HD images with high detail and color precision in environments of varying light settings. This device also comes equipped with Smart Shade Control to adjust contrast as well as Night Mode for increased sensitivity in dark areas. In addition to that, the camera comes with a 3x optical zoom lens and has a viewing angle of 102.5 degrees.

According to Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Imaging Technologies and Communications Group for Cannon U.S.A. Yuichi Ishizuka, "The security camera market is rapidly growing, and Canon has developed a range of megapixel security cameras combining superb image quality, Intelligent Features and innovations maximizing the proven advantages of video over IP for remote monitoring. The VB-M700F integrates advanced on-board technologies developed to address the unique needs of both security-monitoring professionals and camera installers alike."

In addition to that, this camera also integrates H.264 Codec for high compression rates while utilizing low bandwidth and space. The camera also allows streaming Motion-JPEG and H.264 simultaneously in different resolutions. Your camera is also protected from tampering and helps detect moving and stationary objects thanks to the built-in video analytics.

The Privacy Mask function is an additional added feature. This can be used to block the view of certain locations like an ATM's keypad. Audio jacks are also equipped which allow for two-way communication and the camera also displays location, date and time on the monitor. This camera also supports SSL for a secured connection as well as a memory card slot. Pre-loaded admin tools also do not require software installations and the RM Lite Network Video and Recording Software streams video at 5fps. The VB-M700F also offers conformance with ONVIF.

This device will start shipping from Canon in August for $979.

Source: Tech Gadgets - Canon VB-M700 IP security camera coming this August

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341 New York City Buses Being Outfitted with Security Cameras

Bus drivers for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority in New York City are saying that the MTA is installing surveillance cameras on hundreds of buses in the city in response to a recent assault on another driver. According to Brooklyn's Union Bus Chair Willie Rivera, "The program will keep us safe."

MTA officials are saying that cameras are already operational on a total of 85 buses. MTA also states that these cameras are on buses that mostly travel on routes that lead them through high crime neighborhoods. However, 85 buses doesn't seem to be enough as MTA has said that they are installing cameras on an additional 341 buses.

According to Ed Kenny of the New York City transit Bus Operations, "It will give drivers a sense of security, knowing that the entire time they're on the bus, there is a witness to all activity." A total of six cameras will be mounted on each bus, five covering the interior of the bus and one covering the outside of the bus that points straight ahead.

Recording of the cameras is triggered by movement. Recording begins as soon as the first person steps onto the bus and ends five minutes after the last person gets off. MTA officials say that the cameras will not feed images back to its command center in real time, however. Instead, anything recorded will be stored on the hard drive of each individual camera for nearly a month. In addition to that, MTA officials say that the videos will only be looked at if an incident on the bus is reported.

The 341 buses will have their cameras installed towards the end of April, 2012 at a cost of $10 million. Officials also stated that MTA will decide within a month if 1,100 additional buses will be outfitted with cameras at a cost of $18,000 each. "Unfortunately, our streets can be kind of rough but we've been testing this system for over a year now and so far it's stood up to the rigors of bus service," said Kenny.

As with any security system in a public area, concerns are immediately evident. A lot of citizens and drivers are worried about their privacy, though Kenny says that is not an issue. "The footage is not going to appear on YouTube," he says. "It's only used internally, used by the police department if there is an incident."

Representatives of the bus drivers union have already given their support for the program. According to Rivera, "They need to advance it, but it's a good first step." The MTA has already stated that they agree the security system is a priority and one well worth focusing on.

Source: NY1.com - MTA To Install Surveillance Cameras on 341 City Buses

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Chicago Plans on Expanding Security Camera Network

Chicago is already home to more than 10,000 private security cameras that, if combined, account for the most extensive and integrated camera network in the entire country according to Mayor Rahm Emanuel. However, as if 10,000 cameras weren't enough, Emanuel has just agreed to expand the network even further.

In a recent report from the Chicago Sun-Times it was reported that Emanuel approved three new loop sites for surveillance. The three loops are the Chicago Board of Trade, the Federal Reserve and AT&T's switching center. These new cameras will supposedly be paid for with a $650,000 federal grant from the Department of Homeland Security.

According to Emanuel, "It's necessary. They're key buildings. They were not a part of the network. The fiber had already been laid. I don't know if I'd use the word weird or strange. But, if you've laid the fiber and you have key pieces of critical national security ... that don't have the cameras..."

The American Civil Liberties Union, also known as the ACLU, released a report back in February that criticized Chicago's extensive use of surveillance cameras and described the citizens of the city as "the most-watched citizens in the country." The ACLU suggested that Chicago should focus on hiring more officers to address crime, rather than buying new cameras, which the city has implemented quite steadily over the past decade.

"Chicago's camera network invades the freedom to be anonymous in public places, a key aspect of the fundamental American right to be left alone," the ACLU stated. "Each of us then will wonder whether the government is watching and recording us when we walk into a psychiatrist's office, a reproductive health care center, a political meeting, a theater performance or a book store."

Jody Weis, former Chicago Police Superintendent, is a big supporter of the cameras saying that they help deter crime and are cost effective for a police department that has been forced to work more understaffed than usual. These cameras also help police collect solid evidence that can be extremely helpful in court.

In a statement from Weis found in Chicago Magazine back in 2009, "Rather than having the guys do surveillance on the street, they are sitting back and watching it on the cameras. They've got the cars identified, they know who to go after, and they can arrest the people."

I see where the ACLU is coming from but that argument brings up another one, if people aren't doing anything illegal, then why does it matter what the camera sees?

Source: Huffpost Chicago - Chicago Expands Surveillance Camera Network

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California City to Link School Security Cameras with City Systems

Police and school officials in Pittsburg, California are planning on linking cameras at the city's new year-old high school to a citywide security system that has already been credited with assisting in helping solve crimes. This new move will help police officers investigate any crimes that may occur at the school which houses 2,500 students. It may also help officers respond to disturbances at the school more quickly.

According to police Captain Brian Addington, the intention of the cameras is not "to actively monitor the kids. If there are any issues at the high school, we can have access to the cameras quickly so we can respond to any emergency there." One police officer is assigned to the campus full time while another is assigned to Pittsburg's two junior high schools.

The city has spent a total of $1.5 million to install 80 cameras at different strategic points in the city since 2005. Images from these cameras are stored on computer hard drives at the police department for up to three weeks which gives officers enough time to review them if a crime is reported near a camera location. The police department has used the cameras to corroborate information from witnesses and victims to solve more than 100 crimes.

According to Addington, "In one case, there was an attempted murder in which the suspect was seen riding a bicycle to and from the crime scene and was identified and convicted based on the taped evidence."Todd Whitmire, principal of the school, has said that no significant incidents have taken place in the new campus' first year but welcomed the link stating that it will "supplement what administrators and teachers are doing to keep the campus safe."

100 cameras are located in the courtyard, halls and stairwells of the campus allowing Whitmire and other administrators to view the images on their laptops. Unfortunately, the cameras have been unable to help with the biggest new problem at the school, graffiti and vandalism in the school's bathrooms. "If there is vandalism and graffiti, typically it happens in the bathrooms where cameras are not allowed," Whitmire stated.

The citywide system has been funded primarily by developer fees, homeland security grants and redevelopment funds. In addition to the cameras, the city will also pay around $40,000 for software in order to establish the link and will also pay for upkeep and maintenance of the system, Whitmire stated.

Source: Mercury News - Pittsburg to link city, high school security camera systems

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New Security Camera from AVTech Links with Mobile Technology

A new security camera is making its way around the markets that will reportedly allow you to receive alerts on your iPhone, iPad, Android or other mobile device. The camera is the AVN80X from AVTech out of Taiwan and is a networked webcam that is designed for home monitoring. The AVN80X is also wall-mountable and can be connected to either a wired or wireless home network.

Once you set it up, the AVN80X will automatically record when it detects motion and send you an alert. AVTech has already developed apps for the iPhone, iPad, Android and tablets which allow the devices to receive alerts via "push" notifications and display them to the user. As the user, you then have the ability to view the video of what has just been recorded.

The AVN80X can also be linked up to other security devices like door alarms. The camera can be set up using the iPhone or iPad apps so that the user does not need to use a computer. However, the video and alerts can also be viewed on the internet. The iOS and Android apps are available through their respective app stores while software for other mobile devices will be available from AVTech's website.

Software for Mac and Windows computers will also come with the camera, which is expected to run around $180 when it goes on sale later this year. AVTech started showing off this camera at this year's Computex TaiPei and will be pumping out more information soon.

Source: Computer Active - AVTech's security camera links to phones and tablets

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ClearPix to Unveil New Devices at ESX 2011

ClearPix Technology is set to release two new products at the 4th Annual Electronic Security Expo from June 6th through June 10th in Charlotte, North Carolina. The two new products set to be revealed are the CPX-FB20DN-H2 security camera and the CPX-ENC40 4-channel encoder.

The CPX-FB20DN-H2 is a 2-megapixel, full body camera which features H.264 compression as well as MJPEG compression in order to produce high res images with low storage needs. This camera also uses a remote zoom and auto focus feature that makes installation very easy. All you have to do is install the camera and point it in the direction you want it to record. The camera will then auto focus itself.

The CPX-ENC40 is a 4-channel D1 analog encoder that features up to 30 frames per second per port. It also supports PTZ and dome cameras and only requires an IP license. It also runs on power via Ethernet which saves you a lot of space and concern. Customers of ClearPix and anybody who checks out their booth at the expo will also be able to check out the camera and the encoder physically, see their performance and gain hands-on experience with them.

The Electronic Security Expo is focused on the needs of installation, integration and monitoring companies and is committed to serving the security industry with smarter solutions. ESX 2011 is also home to all the top brands in the security camera industry and this year's roster is chock- full of all the biggest and best companies in the world of personal and home security.

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Source: Security Info Watch - ClearPix Technology to launch two new products at ESX

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