GeoVision Soon to Launch GV-Series Surveillance System V8.2

Feb. 22, 2008

Taipei, Taiwan - GeoVision will soon release its latest and more powerful GV-Series Surveillance System V8.2 that comes with video surveillance and management solutions for the digital, hybrid, and pure IP network environment. The V8.2, which built upon comprehensive and easy-to-integrate hardware and software technologies and designed to allow various of its solutions to operate through uniform multi-functional interface, is available with additional intelligent video analytic and control features to support many of enterprise's management functions, and more enhanced and user-friendly remote surveillance management and storage system framework that allows for more streamlined monitoring and operational performance while optimizing storage efficiency. As with earlier releases, V8.2 can seamlessly integrate with various other system applications, such as POS/ATM/EAS, access control, License Plate Recognition, megapixel IP technologies, as well as central monitoring station, which has been enhanced for better live monitoring and central management efficiency.

The following are key new and enhanced features for V8.2:

Support for V4 Cards of GV-600, GV-650 and GV-800 New features to Main System: Hybrid Solution integrating analog videos with digital videos from GeoVision IP video products and third-party IP cameras Noise Tolerance for motion detection Noise Detection to reduce file size Noise Filter to filter out video and audio noise Defogging live videos (option) Video Stabilizer (option) PIP and PAP Views Panorama View (option) Report Generator New codec Geo H264 V2 Multithreading encoding Support for cardholder data from GV-Video Server Support for new screen resolutions: 1280 x 800, 1440 x 900 and 1920 x 1080 Support for new domes: Pelco Spectra Mini Dome (SD4-WO), Pishion 22X, VCC5i, Lilin (PIH-7625), Messoa (D-700 series) for PTZ tracking and VIDO (G65) for PTZ tracking

New features to ViewLog: Support for new screen resolutions: 1280 x 800, 1440 x 900 and 1920 x 1080. Support for new video-enhanced effects: Defog and Stabilizer PIP and PAP Views Panorama View Splitting files for backup onto multiple discs Extracting frames from a video clip during playback

New features to WebCam: New web GUI Control Panel on Single View to provide instant information and operation PIP and PAP Views in Single View Support for defogging live videos in Single View Support for Video Stabilizer in Single View Restricting Power User and User to access WebCam Server at specified time length Event List Query Download Center Drag-and-drop support for camera, PTZ and I/O icons on the 2 Windows of Mpeg 4 Encoder Viewer Addition of "Use small icon" option in Remote E-Map Pop-up live images upon input trigger in Remote E-Map

New features to Center V2: Connection from one single DVR to two Center V2s Simultaneous playback of multiple video files Support for new resolutions: 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 800 and 1440 x 900 Backing up event log data to CD / DVD Printing Alarm Reports Support for GV-IP Camera Support for GV-Compact DVR

New features to VSM: Displaying status of multiple storage groups at the connected DVR Resending event messages to VSM after connection is recovered Support for Remote ViewLog Backing up log data to CD / DVD Printing Alarm Reports Support for GV-IP Camera Support for GV-Compact DVR Enhanced support for GV-Video Server

New features to Dispatch Server: Backing up log data to CD / DVD Printing Alarm Reports

New features to Authentication Server: Remote access from Control Center, Remote E-Map and Multi View to obtain the list of DVR hosts

New features to Control Center: Support for PIP and PAP Views in Live View, Remote ViewLog and Matrix View Support for new resolutions: 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 800 and 1440 x 900 Support for Panorama View IP Matrix VMD (video motion detection) monitoring New interface style for Control Center Addition of "Start/ Stop Service" message to log Instant playback Import and export of Host List and Group List information Support for negative coordinates used in position settings of Remote DVR, Remote ViewLog, I/O Central Panel and Matrix Support for GV-IP Camera Support for GV-Compact DVR Support for GV-Video Server

New features to SMS Server: Addition of event alerts

New applications: Bandwidth Control Backup Server and Backup Viewer GV-NVR

New hardware devices: GV-I/O USB Box GV-Joystick GV-IP Camera GV-Compact DVR

Outdoor Security Cameras Home Surveillance Systems

Advancing technology has made outdoor security cameras home surveillance systems products affordable for more homeowners and easier to use. Homeowners have plenty of options when it comes to surveillance system products. They can also utilise DIY installation or pay professionals.

Camera types include self contained, wireless and wired. Self-contained cameras are ready to use. Once plugged in, they begin recording. They record to themselves so no other connection is required. This type of camera is a simple outdoor security home surveillance systems setup.

Most security cameras require connection to a TV, VCR or DVR in order for images to be recorded. All security cameras require a power supply. Wireless cameras must still be plugged in to an outlet. Wireless cameras connect to a wireless receiver that must be plugged into a power source and plugged into a TV, VCR, DVR or other recorder.

Cameras often feature LUX ratings. LUX is a form of measurement. The LUX number tells the user how much light a camera needs to capture images and operate correctly. The lower the LUX measurement; the less light is required by the camera. The LUX required by an outdoor security home surveillance system will depend upon conditions and setting.

Cell phones and other wireless products can interfere with the performance of wireless cameras if operating on the same frequency. Wireless computer networks, 2.4GHz cordless phones and most satellite dishes can cause the most interference. Some cameras allow the frequency channel to be changed, helping homeowners avoid the issue.

Typical outdoor security cameras home surveillance systems products feature weatherproof cameras. Weatherproof wired colour video cameras with sound can be purchased for around $50. The small camera mounts almost anywhere and provides live feed to TV or VCR.

Outdoor security cameras can cost hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Homeowners preparing to purchase an outdoor security cameras home surveillance system will need to gather information before going shopping.

Where will the camera be placed? How much area will need to be covered? Diagrams of the area will help. Take the information to a professional who can assist in making the correct choices.

Outdoor Security Cameras Home Surveillance Systems Providers

Outdoor security cameras can be purchased locally at security installation and monitoring companies such as ADT, Brink's and ADS. Electronic equipment stores, some discount and department stores and online suppliers sell cameras. When dealing with an online supplier, it is important to deal with reputable companies. Verify that complete contact information is included.

Using a credit card when purchasing outdoor security home surveillance systems can help protect buyers if cameras arrive damaged or in any condition other than what was advertised.

Homeowners who do not wish to tackle an outdoor security home surveillance systems DIY installation can leave everything up to professionals. Brinks, ADT and other reputable installers will usually provide a free assessment.

Completing the assessment helps define the cameras and equipment needed to offer the best protection at the lowest necessary price. If changes are planned to the outdoor area to be secured with cameras, consider installing a system that can be upgraded or changed as necessary.

Outdoor security cameras home surveillance systems give homeowners a means of affordably protecting and monitoring property.