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D‑Link updates its best‑selling Vigilance video surveillance range with 4K UHD resolution and H.265 HEVC support

A complete new line‑up of high‑performance, highly reliable indoor/outdoor cameras specifically designed for the modern‑day business

D-Link, a global leader in security and surveillance solutions, has announced a complete refresh of its popular Vigilance range of video surveillance cameras. The new cameras offer up to 4K Ultra HD resolution, indoor/outdoor video surveillance – perfect for SMBs and enterprises looking for a highly cost-effective professional solution.

The new Vigilance range includes indoor/outdoor 8MP, 4MP and 2MP dome and bullet cameras that offer resolutions of up to 3840 x 2160, 2592 x 1520, and 1920 x 1080 respectively. H.265/HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding) support across the range reduces overall network bandwidth utilisation and allows more videos to be stored without sacrificing image quality or resolution.

All the cameras come with weatherproof, IP66-rated design with a wide operating temperature range of -30°C to 50°C, allowing them to be installed in harsh environmental conditions. The dome cameras within the range offer additional protection against malicious physical attacks with their IK10-rated vandal-proof housing
Designed to provide round-the-clock surveillance, the cameras can see up to 30 metres, even in complete darkness, with their long-distance night vision capability. Additional image-enhancing features such as 2D/3D noise reduction and Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) means they are ideal for deployment in environments with challenging lighting conditions warehouses and building entrances. Simultaneously, high light sensitivity sensors with LowLight+ support allow the cameras to see in colour, even in extremely low-light conditions.

The range is also designed with built-in 802.3af-compliant PoE support, allowing for simplified installation by providing power and networking connectivity over a single standard network cable.

To complement the Vigilance range, D-Link offers an extensive range of video recording and management solutions. The free D-ViewCam video management software allows recording and playback on multiple cameras. At the same time, D-ViewCam Plus offers Intelligent Video Analytics that provides presence/tripwire detection and people/vehicle counting. The new JustConnect 16-Channel H.265 PoE Network Video Recorder (DNR-4020-16P) is an all-in-one solution with integrated PoE ports that can connect and power up to 16 cameras. The standalone design with integrated hard disk bays, USB mouse/keyboard and simultaneous HDMI/VGA monitor support, means no computer is needed.

To round off, the cameras are also fully compatible with D-Link’s new Nuclias Connect Hub Plus (DNH-200), which offers centralised network and video management that is locally stored and cloud-ready. The DNH-200 allows the viewing and recording of up to 20 cameras simultaneously and the centralised management of up to 50 Nuclias Connect wireless access points.

New Vigilance range includes:
– DCS-4618EK – 8 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Dome Camera
– DCS-4614EK – 4 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Dome Camera
– DCS-4612EK – 2 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Dome Camera
– DCS-4718E – 8 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Bullet Camera
– DCS-4714E – 4 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Bullet Camera
– DCS-4712E – 2 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Bullet Camera

Eagle Eye Networks Delivers 4G, Direct-to-Cloud Body Camera Designed for the Commercial Market

Secure 4G and Wi-Fi capabilities, two-way audio, geo-tagging, and alarm features combine with Eagle Eye Networks true cloud infrastructure for unrivaled body camera offering for retail, guarding companies, in-home service companies, and other commercial entities

AUSTIN, Texas – Eagle Eye Networks, the global leader in cloud video surveillance, today introduced the first-of-its-kind 4G, direct-to-cloud body camera designed specifically for commercial use. This new offering provides commercial customers with affordable access to feature-rich, professional-grade body camera services, which improve staff safety and accountability, trigger immediate response, and provide valuable evidence, all while protecting assets and keeping communities safe. Eagle Eye Body Cameras are now available for order with delivery in Q3.

Body cameras dissuade aggression, improve accountability, and reduce false accusations. Employees from private security guards to retail staff, in-home service providers, and delivery workers feel safer and more valued when wearing body cameras.

Global research organization Omdia has identified body cameras in non-law enforcement applications as a top trend in 2021, saying the potential addressable market for commercial body-worn cameras dwarfs that of law enforcement. In the U.S. alone, Omdia estimates private security guards outnumber police officers 2-to-1, and says new commercial body camera users – in retail, for example – are rapidly emerging.

“The commercial body-worn camera market is ripe for new entrants,” said Paul Bremner, Principal Analyst in Omdia’s critical communications group. “Features such as cloud connectivity, 4G, live streaming, GPS, and price, are important to retailers, delivery services, guards, and others in the commercial sector. New body cam providers who can break the old law enforcement body camera mold with reasonably priced, feature-rich, professional-grade body cameras are positioning themselves to fill a growing need the commercial market is searching for,” Bremner said.

Resellers are welcoming the arrival of body cameras that meet their needs. Jaime Abad Valdenebro, Chief Executive Officer at OmniCloud, said he is excited that Eagle Eye Networks is launching commercial body camera support to its Eagle Eye CameraManager platform. “Fixed IP cameras integrated with 4G-enabled body cameras represent the extension of video cloud services in a real mobile environment, providing a new disruptive video surveillance solution,” Valdenebro said.

“In a smart city application, Eagle Eye’s new 4G, direct-to-cloud body cams will provide extra protection for security guards and ensure patrols are completed on time. The 4G is important, because it gives the user live access to body camera video. It will make a high performance true cloud video surveillance system even more powerful,” he added.

With Eagle Eye Body Cameras, users can:

– Use 4G or Wi-Fi for live streaming, real-time remote viewing, and direct to cloud recording
– Blend fixed, mobile, and body-worn cameras, making it easier for your entire surveillance system to work together
– Stream to a monitoring or security operations center and use geo-tagging for immediate response and support
– Experience a larger viewing area with fisheye capabilities that are dewarped in the Eagle Eye Cloud Management Application
– Manage a large number of cameras in the cloud and watch from a control room
– Use two-way audio to clearly communicate
– Protect your people at work and in the community
– Future-proof your investment with hardened cameras that offer “law enforcement-level” durability and quality at an affordable price
– Gain flexibility for live streaming and video retrieval during docking with rapid recharge capabilities

“The demand for high-quality body cameras that connect to the cloud has been growing for several years, accelerating even more with the pandemic, social unrest, and the shift to providing more in-home, curbside, and remote services,” said Dean Drako, Founder and CEO of Eagle Eye Networks. “Traditional law enforcement body cameras use a high-dollar subscription model, which is too steeply priced for commercial customers. Eagle Eye Networks will support the new Eagle Eye Body Cameras at the same low subscription cost of fixed cameras, making the solution affordable for commercial customers accustomed to paying up front for advanced cameras with affordable long-term subscriptions,” he added.

Body cameras are initially available on the Eagle Eye Networks CameraManager platform, with availability on the Eagle Eye Cloud Video Management System (VMS) in 2022. The Eagle Eye Body Cams can also be protected with Eagle Eye Networks industry-leading rapid replacement service.

Click here to see a short video and for more information introducing the new Eagle Eye Body Camera.

ABOUT EAGLE EYE NETWORKS

Founded in 2012, Eagle Eye Networks, Inc., is #1 in cloud video surveillance worldwide, addressing the needs of businesses, alarm companies, security integrators, cities, and individuals. Eagle Eye’s 100% cloud managed solutions provide cloud and on-premise recording, bank-level security and encryption, and broad analog and digital camera support – all accessed via the web or mobile applications. Businesses of all sizes and types utilize Eagle Eye solutions for operational optimization and security. All Eagle Eye products benefit from Eagle Eye’s developer friendly RESTful API platform and Big Data Video Framework ™, which allow for indexing, search, retrieval, and analysis of live and archived video. Eagle Eye’s open Video API has been widely adopted for integration in alarm monitoring, third party analytics, security dashboards, and point of sale system integrations.

Eagle Eye sells its products through authorized global resellers and installation partners. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA, Eagle Eye has offices in Europe and Asia-Pacific. For more information, please visit www.een.com or call +1-512-473-0500 (US), +31 (0) 20 26 10 460 (EMEA) or +81-3-6868-5527 (JP).

Result-Focused AI: Examples From The Field

Wed, Jun 30, 2021 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM CEST

Join us to hear integrators and manufacturers share examples from the field on how AI is being used to solve customer pain points across Asia and current technology trends.

Speakers:

– Mr. Patrick Lim – Director, Group Strategy, Ademco Security Group
Topic: AI adoption across regions: addressing pain points and future impacts on the security industry
Ademco Security Group is one of Asia’s leading security technology providers,with presence in: Singapore, China, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines and Vietnam.

– Mr. Steve Hu – Product Manager, Merit Lilin
Topic: Near-edge and edge AI for traffic enforcement
Merit Lilin is a global video manufacturer of IP video cameras, recording devices, and software with over 30 years of experience.

– Mr. Jonny Wu – Director, Imaging System Business Unit, Ability Enterprise
Topic: Edge AI camera application for smart traffic & parking lots
Ability Enterprise is a leading company in design/​manufacture of optical, mechanical and electrical integration devices

 

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Overcoming the challenges of fire safety in the paper industry

For added risks like combustible materials and high ceilings, fire and smoke detection cameras from Bosch provide faster, more reliable detection than traditional alarm systems.

Fire safety is more than a precautionary or preventative measure. A fire detection system is a core investment in any company’s most valued asset – its people. Without adequate fire safety for the employees working at a facility, there is no business continuity. Even if, thankfully, no harm comes to personnel during a fire, repairing the damage to the premises and machinery costs time and money. And production often stops entirely.
In particular, the paper and pulp industry poses unique risks for fire safety. The raw materials used for creating paper are highly flammable, as are the chemicals for many of the production processes. Humid production environments and incredibly high ceilings make traditional fire detectors unreliable at best. This is why Bosch offers video-based fire detection to quickly recognize smoke and fire at its source and alert safety teams before the fire has the chance to spread.

“The fear to go to the factory one morning and see that it is reduced to ashes.”
Safety Manager Paper Industry

Paper mills contain large amounts of wood chips and discarded cardboard which, along with several types of combustible chemicals for the cellulose production process, carry a high fire load. Paper machines also have up to 200 electrical motors with kilometers of high-voltage wires. Such conditions are a hotbed for fires, and once one starts, the fire can spread incredibly quickly.
Unfortunately, paper facilities and warehouses require high, vaulted ceilings where traditional fire detectors are often located. In the event of a fire, it can literally take minutes for smoke to reach the detectors. Add in the huge quantities of water vapor and dust created by the paper machines, and traditional fire detectors might not even register an alarm. By then, the fire has already spread out of control.
In addition, outdoor storage areas are almost entirely unprotected, because implementing traditional fire alarms in an open area is nearly impossible. Smoke can easily escape a partially covered structure without setting off an alarm, and traditional systems aren’t even constructed for the outdoors. For instance, storing bales and reels directly outside a paper mill pose a particular risk. These materials are highly flammable, yet they are often stored outside the coverage area of a traditional fire system. Their close proximity to the building means that a fire starting outdoors can quickly spread throughout the facility while the alarm system lags in response time.

AVIOTEC fire and smoke detection cameras with AI algorithms
AVIOTEC camera systems use video-based fire detection to quickly identify smoldering and small fires directly at the source. This means the fire alarm doesn’t have to wait for smoke to physically reach its sensors, thus wasting valuable time before alerting safety teams. Instead, AVIOTEC analyzes live video in real-time. A high vantage point is actually helpful for this form of verification, even in humid, dusty, or outdoor environments.
Cameras can then be adjusted to focus on at-risk pieces of machinery or materials to detect fires as quickly as possible. This reliable option pays off over the long-term, because the systems are easy to maintain and better protected from dust. With the latest in Artificial Intelligence, AVIOTEC cameras also sync well with existing hardware and video management systems, both inside and outside the facilities.
AVIOTEC uses a unique approach to cutting-edge AI alarm detection in combination with hand-crafted algorithms. Monitoring smoke density and analyzing turbulence, color, and motion helps prevent frustrating and costly false alarms, while alerting safety teams to real fire threats more quickly than traditional detectors. Aviotec systems can also combine with infrared lighting to detect smoke and flames without the presence of visible light. This is particularly helpful inside large warehouses with high ceilings, high-rise shelves, and small aisles, or in partially covered structures outside the main buildings.

Real-world experience with Aviotec in paper and pulp
In 2018, one of the world’s largest publishing companies wanted to see for itself just what Aviotec could do. “Bertelsmann has been partnering with Bosch for over 35 years, and for good reason,” says Jörg Naumann, Head of Fire Brigade at Mohn Media Mohndruck GmbH, a member of the Bertelsmann Printing Group. The combined safety and security system at their facility in Gütersloh, Germany, has gone through multiple iterations over the years.
Most recently, the system was updated with Aviotec video-based fire detection to safeguard the eight-meter-high wastepaper warehouses which store some 300 tons of paper at any given time. “Again and again,” Mr. Naumann says, “we’ve been impressed by the innovative solutions that Bosch comes up for us.”
For one of the latest integrations in Central America, Industria Cartonera Palmar wanted to upgrade fire and safety standards at their corrugated cardboard factory in Machala, Ecuador. IncarPalm provides packaging for many types of food and perishables such as fruit, seafood, and flowers. The cardboard packaging is a vital link in the supply chain of these goods, so any disruption due to fire would pose a huge risk to the company’s ongoing business.
With a three-phased integration, Bosch is helping IncarPalm set up and refine an AVIOTEC camera system to protect raw materials, machinery, and the finished products from fire, eventually in outdoor storage areas as well. “By using cutting-edge technologies that reduce the need for human intervention and facilitate the control of a system,” says Patricio Román, Security Chief at IncarPalm, “there are returns on investment with business continuity and long-term cost savings.

Four layers of perimetere protection

DEA Security is an Italian company which designs, develops and produces a wide range of perimeter intrusion detections systems. Result of an extensive research and development activity and covered by International patents, these systems are employed in the protection of perimeter of any size in military, industrial, commercial and residential sectors.

DEA Security systems create four layers of protection ranging from the outermost perimeter to the heart of the protected site, typically a building. Starting from the outer layer, we can find FUSION, SERIR and TORSUS fence-mounted systems, SISMA CP 50 buried system, SISMA CA system for flooring and SERIE A03PRO, SPC PRO and XENSITY indoor systems.

DEA Security has full in-house competence and expertise: from concept to hardware and software design, from construction and testing of prototypes to final product. This allows us to master all the technologies employed in our products and to control the manufacturing process in each single phase to assure very high product quality.

FUSION P2P is the new fence-mounted system employing the state-of-the-art DEA Sensor Fusion (DSF) dual-tech technology, patented at the International level. The system can be installed both on flexible metal fences (rolled fence or light welded panels) and rigid panels.

FUSION P2P detects and analyses the vibrations of a fence as a consequence of an intrusion attempt for cutting (also perfomed by means of hacksaws or grinders), breakthrough or climbing, discriminating all those nuisances which could trigger improper alarms.
Thanks to the possibility of individually calibrating the detectors, the same sensor-string can be applied to heterogeneous structures without dividing it into more strings.

The detectors employ two different sensitive elements: a well proven PIEZO transducer and a MEMS accelerometer. The data coming from the two sources of signal are processed and analysed using adaptive intelligence algorithms which enhance the detection capability, the adaptability and the reliability of the system.

SISMA CP 50 is a buried intrusion system which detects a person walking on the surface. It is so sensitive that it can perceive the lightest step.

SISMA CP 50 is compatible with several types of surfaces without concrete foundations, such as surfaces covered with grass, gravel, tarmac and interlockings. It creates an invisible and unidentifiable detection band which, depending on the cases, can protect the whole perimeter of a site or specific driveways and walkways. If the surface to be protected is made of flooring with concrete screed, the system to be used is SISMA CA.

 

Giving fire systems the designer touch

When it comes to fire systems, choosing technology that offers the highest levels of protection is paramount. However, in many settings, aesthetics are critical too. TouchControl, the touchscreen remote control terminal and repeater from Advanced ensures you don’t have to compromise on safety or style. Regional Sales Manager at Advanced, Vladimir Zrnic, explains…

Why choose a touchscreen remote control terminal?
Sleek and versatile, TouchControl has a low-profile, high-resolution 10-inch touchscreen that lets you check the status of your fire system using interactive site maps and zone plans.

Providing full zone-level information and control across your fire network, TouchControl has been created so that firefighters can even navigate the menus whilst wearing gloves.

Ideal for use in public areas, thanks to its discreet, low-profile design, the panel complements a wide range of interiors and has the added benefit of being able to display adverts, presentations or notices when in standby mode. The screen instantly reverts to fire operation as soon as you touch it, or a fire condition occurs.

The ability to locate powerful fire system technology within high-traffic areas without detracting from high-quality interior decor gives fire system specifiers and installers new scope to combine design appeal with fire safety for full protection of people and property.

TouchControl’s maps, offering a clear view of the fire system are particularly beneficial in large-scale sites, where the ability to drill down quickly, from full site view to individual building and to the affected zone, allows faster response times, whatever the issue.

Clearly touchscreen technology can deliver powerful benefits to its users, can you tell us more about the specific features of your solution?

TouchControl has many practical benefits designed in. It is quick and easy to install, thanks to its two-part enclosure and it is also simple and easy to configure – you just give the panel a valid network address and it’s fully operational. Settings are intuitive to program and adjust and passcodes allow you to assign three different levels of user control for system security.

TouchControl’s interactive maps and zone plans make navigation and status control clear and straightforward. Depending on a user’s permissions, they can evacuate, mute, silence, resound and reset the system using the touchscreen. They can also view, enable and disable zones, devices and outputs as well as check event logs and run tests. Having access to all these functions in such a visual way provides reassurance that issues are instantly flagged and maximises response time.

Can you tell us where TouchControl has been installed?
TouchControl is used in high-profile sites across the world. However, one of the most sophisticated applications can be found at the Historical Archives of Belgrade. Here, a custom-engineered solution has been installed to deliver advanced monitoring and control for the highest degree of fire safety required in a building housing irreplaceable cultural assets. By interfacing TouchControl with Advanced’s ExGo extinguishing system, our installation partners, TVI d.o.o, have made full use of the panel’s interactive mapping to simplify monitoring and managements of the building’s gas suppression system.

TouchControl is compatible with all Advanced’s addressable fire systems. Visit http://touchcontrol.advancedco.com for more information.

Hikvision announces its Webcam debut

June 1st, 2021 – Hikvision, an IoT solution provider with video as its core competence, today announced the launch of its brand-new webcam products to the global market. The product family currently comprises four different series – Ultra, Pro, Live, and Value – designed for various scenarios and user groups, and with bespoke feature sets.

According to industry analyst firms, the global live streaming market is expected to continue growing significantly the coming years. The increase in video streaming among citizens and businesses in all verticals is reported as the main driver for market growth, with content creators diversifying their material and activities, and connecting with audiences in new ways. In addition, complete and partial lockdowns during the COVID-19 crisis also positively impacted the live streaming industry.

To provide immersive video conferencing and streaming experiences, users need webcams that deliver high-resolution imaging and excellent-quality sound in a range of scenarios. Hikvision has designed and developed its new webcam range to meet this need.

Webcams for a range of applications and scenarios

Hikvision Ultra and Pro webcams for remote conferencing
The Hikvision Ultra series of webcams are specifically designed for remote conferencing. The highlight of this series is its PTZ control capability, which offers 5x optical zoom capabilities. This means that users can see meeting presentations or discussions without straining their eyes. Additionally, PTZ control allows users to pan across 330°, helping them adjust their viewing angle easily, without missing a thing.

Hikvision Live webcams for live streaming
The cube-shaped Hikvision Live series of webcams is designed for live streaming, eCommerce, and gaming applications. If a product is being presented in a live program, for example, the webcam view can be changed – both horizontally and vertically – thanks to magnetic mountings on all four sides of the casing.

These webcams also offer Sharp Auto Focus, which ensures that images of people and objects are sharp and clear at all times. Importantly, the webcams’ ‘touchable supplemental LED light’ feature enables users to adjust brightness in accordance with the surrounding environment.

Hikvision Value webcams for online education
The Hikvision Value series is our range of entry level webcams. These have a compact design, making them perfect for online education applications that connect school teachers and students.
The webcam comes with a built-in microphone, which incorporates advanced algorithms to reduce noise and improve sound quality. Its wide-angle lens provides maximum coverage, with no image distortion. This is particularly useful for teachers giving lessons in a classroom, where both the teacher and the blackboard, or wall-mounted screen, can be viewed clearly in a single frame.

Easy and flexible installation
All Hikvision webcams are driver-free, offering ‘plug-and-play’ installation via a standard USB interface. This allows users to begin conferencing or streaming in seconds.

All Hikvision webcams can also be flexibly mounted on users’ equipment, on tables, laptops, monitors, or tripods.

Importantly, Hikvision webcams are equipped with a dedicated PC-based client software, called HIKIN. Users can use this software for video previews, and to configure image and sound parameters. Notably, the webcams can be used with all the leading third-party conferencing platforms with video parameter configured using a simple drop-down menu.

Contact Hikvision for more details
All Hikvision webcams are delivered with a standard 2-year warranty, giving end users reliability and peace of mind.

To find out more about Hikvision webcams, and how they can meet your specific application needs, visit our product page, or contact us today!

How Intelligent Video is Helping Retailers during COVID-19

As retailers face the ‘new normal’ of COVID-19, many are adjusting to new ways of doing business. For some retail Loss Prevention managers this means watching establishments from home on their laptop or mobile device; others, including those in Operations, have shifted their focus to new health and safety procedures to keep employees and customers safe. Now, more than ever, intelligent IP video surveillance can be of use across many areas of a retail establishment.  Video can not only uncover a wealth of information about a business, but it can also help retailers enhance security and compliance, as well as overall profitability, at this critical time.

Here are three ways intelligent IP video surveillance can help retailers during the pandemic:

Loss Prevention

Many retailers are facing financial pressure due to COVID-19, so loss prevention practices are more important than ever. With a video system with remote auditing capabilities, retailers can see video images from all of their retail locations at-a-glance on their smartphone or tablet, and zero in on any suspicious activity. Intelligent video can also help reduce shrink by alerting retailers to suspicious transactions. Systems can be configured to send out alerts if too many voids or discounts take place.

Returns could also signal an issue, especially as many retailers have stopped offering physical in-store returns or exchanges in order to reduce contact with employees and the amount of people coming inside the stores. With March Networks’ Searchlight solution integrating point-of-sale (POS) transaction data with video, if an unusual return occurs, an alert can trigger and then corresponding video can be viewed to investigate what took place.

Health Compliance

One of the biggest challenges retailers are facing from the pandemic is the introduction of new health and safety measures. Frequent sanitization of high-touch surfaces is mandatory. Wiping down POS stations and counter surfaces is a must. Intelligent video can allow you to check in on your employees to ensure compliance with these and other rules. Specifically, with the March Networks Health Compliance Solution, retailers can protect their employees and customers during COVID-19 with real-time alerts on potential compliance violations. Built upon our Searchlight video-based business intelligence platform, this solution helps retailers meet new health and safety regulations by monitoring and measuring store occupancy in real-time, rapidly detecting individuals who may have elevated body temperatures, and ensuring compliance with new cleaning and sanitization procedures.

 Business Insights

Shopping has changed for consumers during the COVID-19 pandemic. With shopping trips occurring less frequently, stockpiling certain goods has become the new norm, often leaving shelves bare. A video surveillance system with integrated radio-frequency identification (RFID) and POS transaction data allows retailers to see which products are selling more than others. For example, any product tagged with an RFID tag can be captured on video and then later searched for by product type, Electronic Product Code or serial number. Retailers can match that data with corresponding video to see how the product entered or left the store, helping identify patterns and pinpoint suspicious activity.

It is clear that COVID-19 has drastically changed the way retailers have to operate, but it doesn’t have to be all negative news for the retail industry. While retailers may need to limit the number of customers in their stores for the foreseeable future, if they can continue to offer the best customer service in a well-maintained, sanitary store, it will go a long way. March Networks’ intelligent IP video surveillance can help retailers adjust and perfect these new business practices, while also continuing to maintain strong loss prevention and physical security requirements.

New AI-Enabled X-Series Hybrid Recorders Leverage NVIDIA SoC for Accelerated Application Development

OTTAWA, ON, March 4, 2021 –– March Networks®, a global video surveillance and video-based business intelligence leader, is pleased to introduce its X-Series Hybrid Recorders, a new high-performance platform that’s optimized to support Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications with NVIDIA system-on-chip (SoC) technology.

The X-Series is March Networks’ most powerful recording platform to date, delivering a 400% increase in throughput over its previous generation recorders. It is a true hybrid platform supporting a mix of analog, HD analog and IP channels, but with all the power and storage capacity needed for demanding all-IP installations. Available in 16, 24, 32, 48 and 64-channel configurations, the embedded, Linux-based appliances also feature a dedicated AI engine and SoC technology from American GPU and AI computing leader NVIDIA.

NVIDIA’s rich ecosystem of partners will enable March Networks to accelerate development of AI-powered applications and analytics for the X-Series as the company moves toward a fully AI-capable product line. In addition to the X-Series, March Networks also offers a line of AI-enabled IP cameras in its ME6 Series.

The X-Series platform comes preconfigured with March Networks’ next-generation video management software, which supports future add-on applications like face recognition, as well as object detection, classification and search, scheduled for release later this year.

“We chose NVIDIA because of its proven leadership in AI and its extensive network of analytic partners, which will enable us to continually add new capability to the X-Series,” said Peter Strom, March Networks President & CEO. “This platform builds upon March Networks’ reputation for delivering the most secure and long-lasting enterprise NVRs in the industry. With our customized cyber secure Operating System (OS), proven ability to deliver NVRs with less than a 1% failure rate, and thousands of systems still operating after more than 10 years in service, we are once again raising the bar on delivering the lowest total cost of ownership solution available.

“The X-Series provides a clear migration path to IP video for businesses that still have significant analog deployments, including those in the financial and retail sectors, and the use of the NVIDIA chipset combined with its hybrid capability make it truly unique in the market.”

In keeping with March Networks’ commitment to security, ease of use and reliability, the X-Series feature:
• A customized and embedded Linux OS that removes unnecessary services and applications and locks all non-essential network ports, reducing the likelihood of attack; the customized OS also has a reduced volume of code that helps optimize overall system performance and minimize defects.
• The highest level of protection for customer data with complete end-to-end encryption (from camera to recorder to enterprise management system to client software) with cameras supporting RTP/RTSP over HTTPs.
• A new configuration tool that allows users to set up the recorders in just a few easy steps.
• A convenient embedded Wifi dongle that will allow for an instant connection to the March Networks GURU Smartphone App so technicians can check the recorder’s warranty status, get in-field diagnostics, and do on-site wireless provisioning.
• Added redundancy with March Networks Shadow Archiving, an innovative feature that allows for seamless access to redundant video recorded on March Networks IP cameras, even after a network outage or power failure.
The X-Series integrate seamlessly with March Networks’ Searchlight data analytics software, Command Enterprise Software and cloud-based Insight Monitoring and Resolution Service for proactive video network monitoring and issue resolution. The platform is fully compliant with the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Section 889. To learn more about the X-Series visit: https://www.marchnetworks.com/x-series/

Tips for evaluating the cybersecurity of your video solution

Recent, high-profile attacks against video surveillance systems have underscored the importance of choosing cyber secure video technology. The fallout from a hack can be devastating, exposing highly sensitive data on the Internet, reducing customer confidence, and raising the risk of litigation and financial liabilities.

By Georgi Lazarov, Regional Sales Manager, Southeastern Europe

It’s imperative that businesses choose products they can trust and manufacturers with a solid reputation for investing in cybersecurity and data protection measures. Sometimes this involves digging deeper beyond the headlines and into a company’s background, R&D and product manufacturing processes.

Here are some important things to consider when evaluating a video surveillance solution from a cybersecurity perspective:

What’s encrypted and what’s not?
While many video surveillance systems offer encryption in transit, which prevents third-parties from accessing data while it’s in transmission by keeping it encrypted until it reaches its endpoint, complete end-to-end encryption is the highest level of protection for your data. Data represents not just video and audio, but also includes metadata such as GPS data, alarm panel data, analytics data, POS data or ATM transaction data.

Complete end-to-end encryption goes beyond just encryption in transit and includes encryption at rest so that every aspect of your data is protected. Encryption at rest is the process of encrypting data that is stored on physical media. With complete end-to-end encryption, data is encrypted both as it travels from camera to recorder and from recorder to client software, as well as on stored physical media.

Higher levels of encryption can sometimes impact CPU performance, so talk to your video provider about striking the right balance for your needs.

Operating System (OS) security
There is much debate about the security of Linux versus Windows Operating Systems (OS) in network video recorders (NVRs). While any system can ultimately be exploited, I would argue that an appliance with an embedded Linux-based OS is more secure when it has been customized for the sole purpose of recording video. The Linux-based OS in March Networks recorders, for example, is hardened, removing unnecessary services, so that there are fewer opportunities for cyberattacks.

Further, when a Linux-based OS system is customized, it is not dependent on a third-party for security updates and there is no risk of auto-applied system updates that could have a negative impact on the system. It also has tighter control over what an application has access to, making it more difficult for malicious software to gain access to the system. And for an additional layer of security, Linux has a large developer pool for its open source OS code, making it more likely that any security loopholes will be caught quickly.

Who has access to the system?
The high-profile video surveillance breach that took place recently allegedly involved the use of a “Super-admin” account, where one person had unlimited access to all cameras on the cloud-based system. Obviously, this type of unrestricted access is a security threat so talk to your video provider about their policies on user rights and access. (As an aside, March Networks does not have a ‘Super User’ or ‘Super Admin’ mode that could access all of our customer’s systems.)

Whether in the cloud or on-premises, a good video provider should offer tight controls over user rights and management, allowing administrators to make very specific profiles that give or restrict access for individuals using the system. This ensures that more junior or entry-level employees see only what they need to do their job; it also allows system administrators to audit user access and see who accessed what and when.

Password protection
Password security sounds simple, but it’s amazing how many breaches take place due to lost or stolen passwords. A good video surveillance provider will not use fixed or hard-coded passwords on its devices, and will also encourage frequent password changes and the creation of complex passwords.

With March Networks recorders, for example, every client receives a unique one-time password for initial set up. They are then prompted to change that password to a complex, multi-character password.

Scanning for ongoing threats
Since cyber threats are constantly evolving, it is important to consider what other features can be built into your video surveillance solution to notify you in the event of a potential attack.

Some systems have security alerts and alarms built in, so you’ll get an alert if there’s any unusual attempts to access the recorder, such as repeated login failures or a potential distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack.

Choosing a video surveillance provider that constantly monitors for vulnerabilities and communicates all necessary information is also imperative so that issues can be fixed before an attack occurs. March Networks’ Security Updates and Advisories Program assesses vulnerabilities, determines how they affect the products or software you’re using, and alerts you so that it can be addressed.

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