International security monitoring and do-it-yourself video surveillance specialists, Swann Communications have launched the next generation in wireless security, the ADW-400 Digital Guardian Camera & Recorder.
 
The ADW-400 Digital Guardian Camera and Recorder introduces real affordability, for people who require a solution that not only allows them to see what’s going on but also records footage.
 
One of the biggest inhibitors to effective wireless camera performance in past years has been interference from nearby Bluetooth devices, Web routers, microwave ovens and cordless phones.

Swann’s latest Advanced Digital Wireless cameras are truly Wi-Fi friendly, with an encrypted point-to-point signal, providing a 100 per cent secure signal that cannot be intercepted.

By combining this high quality wireless camera with a neat, compact SD card receiver and recording system, Swann have created a fantastic do-it-yourself solution that provides genuine protection for homes and businesses:

• Just mount the day/night ADW-400 camera in the area you want to monitor and connect to power. Connect the digital receiver to your TV using the RCA cable and then to power.
• Once set to the same channel the camera and receiver will find each other, or “pair up” to create a secure and private, encrypted point-to-point wireless signal.
• The latest Advanced Digital Wireless technology means you get clearer video picture and better sound.

Protect the people you care about and your property with motion triggered video recording . The ADW-400 allows you to easily record over 3 hours continuous footage to a 2GB SD card (included in the pack).

You can also upgrade to 32GB for over 2 days continuous recording; From there, it’s easy to transfer the video to your PC for storing, emailing or uploading to the web.

The pack includes the camera, receiver, SD card, mounting screws and plugs, 4 theft deterrent stickers and everything you need to get started. It’s wireless security for today’s world!

The new ADW-400 is now available at SRP £199.99 inc.

For more information, please visit the Swann Security website.

Prodigy™ is a new line of home control products from Crestron, the market leader in home entertainment and automation systems now available in the UK.

Prodigy is a simple to install, easy to use, and an exceptionally affordable solution that does not require any special wiring, programming or expensive custom installation.

Prodigy home automation solutions include home cinema, audio distribution, lighting and climate control; backed by Crestron quality, expertise and support, Prodigy is inexpensive control without compromise.

Crestron is installed in more homes worldwide than any other brand, and brings years of experience and success to this latest line of home technology.

A very simple residential solution, Prodigy delivers the power, flexibility and reliability of Crestron, to more people and more homes than ever before.

According to Robin van Meeuwen, Managing Director of Crestron UK, “Prodigy gives our dealers the opportunity to expand their market to provide home control for every lifestyle and budget. Now virtually any homeowner can enjoy the benefits of affordable and reliable home automation.”

Prodigy is scalable, so the system can be expanded easily. Start with a simple home theatre; then add whole house audio, lighting and climate control, even remote control from laptops and mobile devices. Control interfaces also include touchpanels, handheld remotes, and wireless keypads:

• Easy to set up; there’s no system design or expensive installation.

• Prodigy Composer guides you through a few simple steps, using basic drop down menus and check boxes.

• The software provides all the logic and creates touchscreen interfaces automatically in the background.

• The wizard is intuitive, so anyone can get a system up and running in minutes without any training.

In our picture is the Crestron V-Panel - the industry’s only full 1080p high definition touchpanel that can function as both a control interface and flat panel HD display.

For more information and case studies visit the Crestron website.

Tel: (0845) 873 8787

Texecom Ltd. The leading security product manufacturer has now launched its professional-grade mesh network wireless platform: RICOCHET.

This innovative technology has been designed to overcome the limitations and address the concerns of existing wireless security systems.

RICOCHET technology devices send receive and repeat wireless transmissions from all other compatible devices in the network.

This means that each and every enabled device provides a data route for the wireless signal to and from Texecom’s Premier Series control panels, allowing the network to ‘repair’ itself, when a connection even begins to weaken.

Traditional wireless systems depend on simple ‘point-to-point’ communication, where each connection is made directly between the control panel and the device. In this situation, distances between the controller and security sensor can be very limited, with outlying zones susceptible to signal loss.

By creating a mesh network of interconnecting points, the RICOCHET system maintains signal integrity even in the event of direct-line interference.

Texecom has also developed the new Signal Security diagnostic tool, which actively monitors the wireless network in real-time – eliminating the need for cumbersome site signal strength

It shows, in real-time, the network’s status and condition, and the total number of alternative signal routes for each device. This therefore offers a superior indication of total system integrity compared to a simple signal strength measurement.

The initial range of products available with RICOCHET includes a 32-zone wireless expander, 15m digital PIR, 15m digital quad PIR, shock sensor, magnetic contact and wireless keyfob.

The company is making significant investments in the continued development of the RICOCHET platform, with additional devices, systems and features being rolled out in the near future.

A RICOCHET Starter Kit is now available for a limited time only.

Contents:

• 1 x Premier 32XP-W.

• 1 x Premier SmartKey.

• 3 x Prestige QD-W.

• 1 x Impaq Plus-W.

• 1 x Impaq Contact-W.

• Software, Instructions and Auxiliary Bag.

Frequency Band 868.0 MHz - 868.6 MHz

Further information and the latest updates can be found at Texecom’s dedicated website for the technology.

Door security systems are becoming increasingly popular and are proving to be especially useful for elderly or disabled people, providing both security and peace of mind.

Types of Door Access Systems - There is a wide choice of access control systems available from cheap DIY devices, to the more complex hard- wired door security systems.

Video Systems - This type allows visual confirmation of visitors and remote door access into a property, giving both security and calm to the occupants.

Intelligent Home’s Touch Screen Video Door Entry Systems.

Intelligent Home supplies a complete range of home door access systems, to suit many requirements. Their most popular system is:

The IH-692 Touch Screen Video Door Entry DUO System, which comprises:

• One Master Touch Screen 7” LCD monitor with SD card slot records short video clips or pictures on SD card 2GB + 1 x slave monitor. Dimensions of monitor: W223  x H160 x D25mm.

• OSD (on screen) menu selection: adjust volume, colour, brightness, scene mode, change ring-tone etc.

• SD card memory to store colour images with date and time. Video clip or picture are taken automatically when someone rings the bell or can be taken manually at any time.

• Loud speaker with 15 different ring tones.

• Allows you to check outside and talk to people outside at any time you wish to, even if no one rings the bell.

• Connect direct audio handset (no separate power supply needed)

• Connect up to 2 doorbell cameras or one doorbell plus one CCTV camera direct • Connect up to 4 doorbell cameras and/or CCTV cameras with an additional 4 way switcher

• Open 2 electric locks independently with an additional RLC or control of electric lock and a light with an RLC • Intercom function among all monitors in the system • Brushed aluminium face plate • Mounting type: surface mount.

To complete the system you need to add at least one doorbell camera and one power supply; choose from five different doorbell cameras - three flush mount and two surface mount.

There are three choices of power supply: An individual power adaptor, a multi power transformer for up to 2 monitors and a multi power transformer for up to 5 monitors.

You will also need 4-core shielded alarm cable for connection distances up to 30 metres between monitor and doorbell camera.

To view the whole range of access systems on offer, visit the Intelligent Home website.

  UK-based company and connected home provider Intamac Systems, has launched two new connected home applications – for monitoring and controlling home security, energy management, home automation and telecare through the internet and cell phones – at 2010 International CES, the world’s largest consumer electronics show:

The Intamac iPhone application, is an innovative interface, which allows full two-way control, live video, messaging and reporting from the home.
Connecting directly to the subscriber’s Intamac account, the app will be available to download from the Apple store during the first quarter of 2010.

Also on show for the first time is The Intamac iBridge, an interface device, which enables third-party communicating products to be connected via broadband to the Intamac Platform, allowing end-user customers to monitor and control these products remotely through their web-enabled Intamac account.

This enables Intamac’s home automation service My Control to be activated, which includes applications such as automatically powering down non-essential devices, locking doors and setting alarms when leaving the home – and powering up, unlocking and disarming the home when returning.

The Intamac iBridge features full two-way support of Zigbee and Zwave devices.
Once connected to the home router, it automatically connects to the Intamac platform for self - install and ease of use.

“The Intamac platform has the flexibility to take data in any format and from any device, to enable service providers and utilities to offer value-added services such as security, energy management, automation and telecare,” said Kevin Meagher, CEO, Intamac Systems.

“Our support of technologies such as iPhone, Zigbee and Zwave demonstrates our commitment to support the most popular standards and devices to give consumers the greatest choice, and our partners the maximum flexibility.”

For more information about these exciting new products, visit the Intamac website.

Tel: (0870) 111 7234

Protecting the treasured possessions you can’t afford to lose!

TRAAKiT is a revolutionary new satellite alerting device, which gives you peace of mind by keeping watch over almost anything you want to protect and alerting you if it is removed.

This product is a market leader, in providing an enormous level of security, reliability, functionality plus flexibility and the concept is simple:

• You decide on the boundaries you want your ‘prized possession’ to stay within via PC or mobile phone.

• The TRAAKiT computer system then sets up a ‘Virtual Fence’, which monitors the prized possession for you; you can then monitor your property’s progress on a minutely detailed online mapping system.

• If the position of your TRAAKIT is moved outside the Virtual Fence, the host computer alerts you by sending a text message and an email.

• The monitor will then send its position to the host computer every 5 minutes, which means you can see precisely where your possession is going and act accordingly.

The Brainchild of British invention entrepreneurs David Clayton and Tim Young, the TRAAKiT service is primarily aimed at protecting motor vehicles, caravans, camper vans, trailers, expensive tools and machinery and personal effects such as, laptops, cameras and golf clubs; however it’s new uses are now growing daily.

Whatever you wish to use it for, TRAAKiT enables you to follow something you concerned about, every step of the way and the additional benefit of the system is that it can be swapped from one prized possession to another.

A TRAAKiT TD1 monitor is priced at £273.50 including VAT and delivery in the UK and a monthly service contract costs £14.85 per month.

For a limited period of time there is a launch discount of 25% on the service charge, provided that the contract is paid in full, when ordering the monitor.

Devices can also be hired for £50 per month for UK operation and for £52 including VAT for worldwide operation.

For more information about this remarkable innovation, please go to the TRAAKiT website.

Tel: (01638) 508838

D-Link’s new DCS-1130 camera provides fast and easy remote monitoring of security video from anywhere in the world.

D-Link has begun shipping their new 802.11n Wi-Fi network camera that enables users to remotely monitor live streaming video via the Internet.

Offering plug and play connectivity, the new D-Link network camera features easy installation and set-up, mobile 3G and Web monitoring, 16x digital zoom, motion detection, integrated microphone and multiple profiles.

The DCS-1130 connects to the home or small business network using 802.11n Wi-Fi with WPS support.

With 3GPP mobile surveillance, users can view a live feed from the cameras using a 3G-enabled cell phone, PDA or any compatible RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol) device.

Users are offered a flexible and convenient way to remotely monitor their homes or offices in real time, from anywhere within a customer’s mobile network, by simply using a common 3GPP-compatible player on the mobile device.

“Our new network camera offers an ideal solution for the home or small business, providing many features found in more costly surveillance systems,” said Andrew Mulholland, Marketing Manager, D-Link UK & Ireland.

For advanced users, the DCS-1130 also comes with D-Link D-ViewCam™ management software.

D-ViewCam comes with a host of features including, the ability to record directly from the camera to a local hard drive, trigger motion detection, set recording schedules, set e-mail alert notifications, and even support up to 32 cameras.

It also allows you to upload a floor plan of your home or small business and create a realistic layout of where your cameras are located, providing you with better access to your cameras.

For even greater flexibility, you can record video directly to a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device, eliminating the need for a dedicated computer to store video.
The DCS-1130 is available now for a recommended retail price of £189.99 inc. VAT.

For more information, visit the D-Link website.
http://www.dlink.co.uk.

Swann Communications, the international leader in do-it-yourself security monitoring solutions, has introduced their latest innovation in wireless surveillance, The ADW-300™ Security Camera and receiver.

The new digital wireless camera provides clearer pictures and sound including an encrypted signal to ensure privacy

The new Home Security Camera and receiver, with Swann’s Advanced Digital Wireless (ADW)  technology, improves upon older 2.4GHz analogue wireless technology by transmitting a ‘point to point’ digital wireless feed from the camera to the receiver. The receiver can then be connected to a DVR, VCR or monitor for viewing and / or recording.

Swann’s ADW™ technology has many benefits for end-users:

• Firstly, the technology provides clearer video pictures and sound than analogue wireless.
• Secondly, the technology does not suffer interference from, nor interfere with, other wireless devices such as Internet routers, cordless phones, microwave ovens and Bluetooth.
• Thirdly, and significantly, Swann’s ADW™ technology has an encrypted signal that ensures that no one else can intercept the camera’s feed, which further provides privacy to the user’s home, business or family.
• A Fourth benefit is that with almost no interference, ADW video is perfect for digital video recording and more professional uses.

The ADW-300™ is a durable colour camera, capable of recording crystal clear video images during the day and automatically switches to black and white, with infra-red night vision in low light situations.

With a wireless transmission range of at least 160ft, this new camera is ideally suited for a variety of indoor or outdoor situations at home or in business. As with all Swann products, the ADW-300™ Camera features easy plug and play installation.

The ADW-300™ Advanced Digital Wireless™ Security Camera has a MSRP of £179.99 and will be available from Maplin Electronics Stores throughout the UK from mid-September 2008.

For more information, or to learn about more of Swann Communications’ products, visit:

Web: http://www.swannsecurity.com.

Scroll down to view another new Swann product - ‘New PenCam DVR-421 Mini Video Camera From Swann.’

Leading UK-based intruder alarm manufacturer Texecom has announced the introduction of the new Premier Elite keypads, adding to its extensive range of award winning security products.

Long recognised as a market leader in the fields of innovation and design, Texecom has developed these premium products, to offer a keypad styled to fit in with even the most prestigious environments:

• Available in flush-mount and surface-mount versions, the keypads are easy to install, simple to use and built for many years of reliable service.

• The high quality, cast-metal keypads are available in polished chrome, satin chrome, polished brass, gunmetal and diamond black finishes.

• Every keypad is hand-finished and features a large 32-character blue LCD display, built-in proximity reader, and two additional on-board zones for extra functionality.

• Texecom’s range of flush and surface-mount keypads have been designed to aesthetically complement any surroundings.

• The stylish looks are backed up by the company’s usual top-quality features, making the range a truly attractive choice for any installation.

Texecom have won the prestigious PSI Premier Award for “Intruder Manufacturer 2009″. This award is voted for by security installers and distributors throughout the security industry.

For further information on any Texecom products and services please contact: sales@texe.com.

Web: http://www.texe.com

The holiday period is nearly here - How can you close the door behind you, continue to keep an eye on your house and then return home without concerns?

Marmitek offers a wide range of solutions in terms of alarm systems, IP cameras and home automation:

Wireless security with SafeGuard and TotalGuard (In our picture).

The SafeGuard (4-part) and the TotalGuard (7-part) security systems are completely wireless and exceptionally reliable, thanks to Secured Wireless Technology (SWT):

• In case of emergency the system calls the mobile number(s) programmed by you, allowing you to hear exactly what is happening in your home at that moment.
• You can also automatically switch on lighting if something is wrong.
• Both systems comprise a control panel with telephone dialler and siren, window/door sensor and a wireless movement detector; both can be expanded to match your requirements precisely.
• Furthermore, you do not need to pay recurring monthly subscription charges to security companies.

IP Cameras (IP Eye Anywhere or IP RoboCam series):

• Place the IP camera in an appropriate place in or around your home and connect it to the Internet; you can then watch the live images from the camera on any PC in the world connected to the Internet.
• This enables you to view the images and verify an alarm call from your security system while you are away from home; you can also record images, triggered by movement sensors, that are then sent to your e-mail address.

To find out more about security systems for your home visit:
http://www.marmitek.com.