March 20, 2007
New software allows remote video surveillance through PDAs and notebooks
A new wave of remote monitoring technology is hitting the surveillance industry, and the principal benefactors will most like be police officers. In line with this trend, CoVi technologies recently introduced its Crystal HD v.2.2 software which will provide officers with the ability to view HD-quality surveillance video remotely via portable devices such as PDAs and notebook computers. Through a PDA, an officer can access a single video stream, while a notebook computer can monitor four separate streams simultaneously.
Many feel that wireless portable viewing will be a tremendous asset to police forces by dramatically improving communication between security personnel and officers out in the field. With this new technology, on-duty officers, who are constantly on the move reacting to unpredictable situations, will have access to video footage previously only viewable from a lone control room. Not only does this benefit the officers in terms of their safety, but it should prove invaluable in capturing criminals and protecting facilities.
Imagine a police officer being called to the scene of a dangerous burglary in progress. With this new technology, the officer will be able to evaluate live surveillance video of the developing situation as well as recorded footage before making a move. This gives police an edge by providing improved situational awareness.
The Crystal HD system allows for video to be viewed over a Web browser on a PDA connected through a WiFi network, or on a wireless-enabled notebook computer. Access to the surveillance network is secure and only available to authorized users.
It appears that the use of portable devices in remote video monitoring is being welcomed with open arms by those who enforce the law. A number of police forces have already incorporated similar surveillance networks boasting successful results, and with technology always improving, this movement is likely to continue.
Read the complete press release here...
Posted by Dan on March 20, 2007 9:50 PM | Comments (0)
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