Focus on the basics: The new Zelaris Elements freeware solution
Focus on the basics: The new Zelaris Elements freeware solution

The new Zelaris Elements freeware is a free, fully functional software solution for the management of IP-based video surveillance systems made up of eneo products and it does not have any restrictions such as a forced restart every thirty minutes or other annoyances that bully users into having to decide to buy another license. Of course there are differences to the purchasable versions, but whoever places value on ‘elementary' functions will be happy with Zelaris Elements. What does Elements actually offer in practice?Zelaris ElementDisplay, recording and management of up to 16 eneo IP cameras from the well-known user-friendly Zelaris user interface are possible with Elements. Cameras are recognised automatically, so integration is problem-free with even only a small knowledge of networking. All connected cameras can then be managed centrally. The responsible security personnel are noticed automatically should a camera malfunction when, for instance, the cable has been cut. The recording time is seven days with video imagery from all sources being saved in 720x576pixels and 25 frames per second - i.e. in real-time. And of course it is also possible to record Full HD video signals. Effective compression and therefore lower bandwidth and memory requirements is provided by selecting MJPEG, MPEG4 or H.264 compression. Sequences up to five minutes long (e.g. for preservation of evidence) can be exported as AVI files. Manual control of dome cameras as well as the capability of programming tours for security personnel are additional functions.Difference between the versionsAnd the differences to the Basic, Server, Client and Control versions? The most important difference is that Elements supports exclusively eneo IP cameras, and it also does not have an ONVIF interface. Further differences lie in the maximum number of connectable cameras as well as the different recording options (according to a schedule or only in an alarm situation), operation of multiple displays, site plan display and analysis functions. Can the other versions do considerably more than Elements? Of course, but this is also why they are not for free.

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Verint expands Channel Partner Program for security systems integrators
Verint expands Channel Partner Program for security systems integrators

Verint announced the launch of its Verint Channel Partner Program. The Verint Americas-based program provides sector-specific training, guidance, and certification designed to deliver strategic value to systems integrators and greater awareness in provider selection to organisations that specify and use Verint's Nextiva® video intelligence solutions. "The Verint Channel Partner Program is designed to meet the security challenges of organisations whose operations are critical to the functioning of the nation, its government and its economy. By providing training, guidance and certification geared specifically to advance today's enterprise and critical infrastructure environments, the program helps build a cadre of systems integrators highly qualified to implement the most effective IP video solutions for this critical sector," says Debjit Das, vice president of global marketing, Verint Video Intelligence Solutions™. Derek Radoski, certified protection professional vice president of Orion Systems Group, a leading system integration firm, speaks to the added value for both Verint partners and their customers. "Verint is a strategic partner that understands what customers need-a trusted advisor to design, implement and grow their security solutions. As a part of Verint's Channel Partner Program, we are pleased to continue to gain knowledge and certifications that will position us to provide our customers with the optimum value from their investment in Verint Nextiva." Verint Nextiva is an award-winning, enterprise-class IP video portfolio that provides a single source for virtually every facet of video surveillance operations. Nextiva features IP video and physical security information management software, integrated analytics, encoders, cameras, wireless devices and intelligent NVRs for use across a variety of vertical market environments. Designed to streamline video management for operations of any size, the integrated Nextiva portfolio provides greater situational awareness and response capabilities, while minimizing the cost and complexity of video system deployment, maintenance and migration to IP. The complete Nextiva portfolio will be exclusively available to Verint associate and advanced partners. Advanced partner certification will be granted to organisations that have completed technical training, proven demonstration capabilities, registered end-user satisfaction and performed an "advanced readiness" audit. Designed to familiarise Verint partners, customers and consultants with its Channel Partner Program, the company will be hosting a complimentary, technology-focused road show across six cities: New York, Seattle, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington and Houston. Taking place October through December 2011, these seminars also will feature the latest industry-leading security solutions designed to meet the challenges of today's environments. Additional information is available at www.verint.com/channelpartnerprogram.

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QNAP Security releases VioStor Firmware V3.5.1 offering PSIA compliance and large capacity 3TB SATA HDD compatibility
QNAP Security releases VioStor Firmware V3.5.1 offering PSIA compliance and large capacity 3TB SATA HDD compatibility

QNAP Security released firmware version 3.5.1 for its VioStor NVR lineup. The new firmware enables VioStor Pro series products and VS-2008L/2004L to support 3TB SATA hard drives and PSIA compliant IP cameras of renowned brands LG and Sharp. The newly supported 3TB hard drives include Hitachi Ultrastar 7K3000 (HUA723030ALA640) and Deskstar 7K3000 (HDS723030ALA640), and Seagate Barracuda XT (ST33000651AS). Enterprise and SMB customers that need a large capacity NVR solution to archive long time recording assets can now benefit from the new firmware release.PSIA is a globally recognised standard that becomes more common with time. "With the PSIA support in firmware V3.5.1 release, users immediately have at least 150 new network devices to choose from," commented Andrew Yu, product manager of QNAP Security. QNAP VioStor NVR lineup has supported over 1,100 camera models of 47 different brands to date. The new PSIA-compliant IP cameras addition will further provide system integrators with flexibility when planning a proper security setup for their customers.The VioStor NVR offers rich features such as 128-channel monitoring from multiple NVR servers without additional PC software, Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA) for fast video retrieval, generic IP camera integration by JPEG CGI command, digital watermarking, advanced event management, email and SMS alerts, online RAID capacity expansion, and online RAID level migration. In order to make it more convenient for operators to easily manage over hundreds of IP cameras, VioStor's E-map feature allows users to pinpoint the position of each IP camera on a multi-layered digital map. E-map also provides instant notification of alerts and provides the user immediate access to the corresponding live view simply by clicking the desired camera icon.

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