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March 2010 |
| The March 2010 issue of PSI includes a look at software-based CCTV management solutions, and considers the role of such solutions in an evolving market-place. Do they add flexibility, or might they limit system development? The issue also considers how the security industry should approach secure alarm signalling in the future. There is a round-up of proximity-based access control solutions, and tests of the Multispeech 4 from GJD and the SID-70 from Samsung Techwin. |
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February 2010 |
| The February 2010 issue of PSI includes a look at the options offered by on-line access control front ends, weighing up whether the move really delivers benefits, or is a part of the wider trend to embrace new technology at any cost. Other features include a look at the pros and cons of server virtualisation; a move that will impact on IP-enabled video. There is also a consideration of how perimeter protection techniques have changed in recent years. PSI also includes news, product launches and projects, as well as a comprehensive round-up of DVRs available to professional security installers. On test this issue are the wireless AX100TFR from Optex and the latest SD5 WVCP500 camera from Panasonic. |
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January 2010 |
| The January 2010 issues of PSI considers the role of IP technology within the security industry. It does this by discussing many of the questions and queries often raised by installers with those who are actively involved in the relevant sections of the security industry. For some, the answers might be surprising! This issue also looks at access control system design with regard to DDA legislation, as well as questioning whether the security installation sector should embrace the CPD programme. PSI also includes product tests, assessment and the latest industry news. |
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December 2009 |
| The December 2009 issue of PSI includes an in-depth look at the use of HD technology in a CCTV environment, and explains what HD actually means, both for the installation engineer and the end user. Also included is an assessment of the role of noise reduction when seeking to efficiently manage bandwidth in a networked solution. In tough economic times, many installers are seeking to expand the range of work they take on, and PSI considers the options available through the installation of smoke detectors. There is also an appraisal of the increase in demand for temporary and rapid-deployment systems. PSI also includes tests, assessment and the latest industry news. |
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November 2009 |
| Selecting the correct optical device for a CCTV camera is vital if final image quality is to be preserved. In this issue, PSI considers the options available. Also in this issue, there is a look at the various rules and regulations surrounding the installation and use of CCTV systems. Those seeking to purchase network-enabled cameras will benefit from the IP Camera Buyers' Guide, and the issue also examines the leading external detection devices. PSI also includes tests, assessment and the latest industry news. |
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OCTOBER 2009 |
| Darkness has to be one of the biggest issues for CCTV-based security solutions. It's a problem that manufacturers have set out to address, and performance in less than ideal lighting is one of the major USPs for modern systems. There are many solutions touted, but do they deliver what is needed? PSI put a number of options to the test. The issue also includes tests and assessments of products, the latest industry news and all the information that professional installers require.
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SEPTEMBER 2009 |
| Video analytics is the current buzzword in the electronic security industry, but is the technology all it is cracked up to be; a look at the rules and regulations surrounding fire system installation; a round-up of dual technology detectors; plus tests, assessment and the latest industry news.
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August 2009 |
| A look at why a hybrid approach to CCTV makes more sense than a fully networked one; a round-up of fully functional dome cameras; considerations when assessing the role of security solutions in the residential sector; plus tests, assessment and the latest industry news.
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July 2009 |
| PSI considers the argument to move away from a centralised archiving model in digital systems. Also includes a round-up of the 2009 PSI Premier Award winners, and asks whether the Home Office has sold the security industry short; plus tests and assesments and the latest industry news.
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June 2009 |
| A consideration of the steps required to configure IP cameras; looking at the role of active infrared intruder deetction; a round-up of CIE devices; plus tests, assessment and the latest industry news.
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May 2009 |
| PSI gathers opinion from security industry experts about the potential problems associated with 21CN; considering the impact of resolution on bandwidth and storage; plus tests, assessment and the latest industry news.
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April 2009 |
| Clearing up the confusion over the implementation of IP infrastrucutre; the benefits of 360° CCTV explored; a celebration of 30 years of Optex; plus tests, assessment and the latest industry news. |
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Product Review 2009 |
| PSI's annual round-up of products, including devices from many leading manufacturers including Synectics, Texecom, Honeywell, Panasonic, Digimerge, Bosch, NVT, Winland, Mobotix, Vicon, Axis, ACT Meters, STI, Elitar, Idesco, ACT, Raytec, Samsung Techwin, C-TEC, Pyronix, Genie CCTV, Vantage, Raytel, GJD, Cop Security. CBC and Risco. |
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Product Review 2008 |
| PSI's annual round-up of products, including devices from many leading manufacturers including Sanyo, Mitsubishi, Complus Teltronic, Texecom, Raytec, JVC, Samsung Techwin, Derwent CCTV, Luminite, BPT Security Systems, HID, Synectics, Castle Care-Tech, Dallmeier Electronic, Mobotix, NVT, Bitron Video, Vantage, Honeywell Security, Forward Vision CCTV, Dedicated Micros, Pyronix, ESP, Bosch Security Systems, Optex and Videcon. |
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