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IPVM's independent reporting is divided into 3 categories: (1) Public, (2) Info+: news, profiles, tutorials, etc. and (3) Research: tests, shootouts, competitive and financial analysis.
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Don't Get Fooled by These Demo Tricks

The vendor comes to your office to show you the latest and greatest camera, analytics, VMS, etc. They set up the equipment to show you how it...

By John Honovich - almost 12 years ago

2012 Mid Year Surveillance Industry Guide

The 397 page, 2012 Mid Year Surveillance Industry Guide, covering the key events and the future of the video surveillance market, is now available....

By John Honovich - almost 12 years ago

Optex Redscan Reviewed

Perimeter detection products are notoriously prone to false positive alarms. Optex REDSCAN claims it minimizes this problem with technology not...

By Brian Rhodes - almost 12 years ago

Measuring Wheels Examined

Recording measurements of long distances can be difficult. Since video surveillance work often requires stepping of distances in the hundreds of...

By Brian Rhodes - almost 12 years ago

Dealing with PoE Only Cameras

Increasingly, IP camera manufacturers are dropping low voltage support in favor of PoE power only. This can cause problems and unexpected expense...

By Ethan Ace - almost 12 years ago

Verint Surveillance Revenue Down 5%

While Verint's overall revenue grew more than 10% in Q1 2012, their video surveillance division's revenue shrank by 5%. Verint explained the...

By John Honovich - almost 12 years ago

Thermal Camera Under $2,000?

While Axis and FLIR have loudly proclaimed steep drops in thermal network camera pricing, their cameras are still at least $3,000 and most are far...

By Ethan Ace - almost 12 years ago

Security Gates Tutorial

While gates are a critical component for many facilities, selecting them can be challenging. Numerous types of gates exist with various tradeoffs...

By Benros Emata - almost 12 years ago

IP Video 101 Training

This free, online course allows you to learn the basics of IP video in under 2 hours by watching a series of 6 videos and take a 14 question...

By John Honovich - almost 12 years ago

DIY Video Alarm Verfication

Video alarm verification may improve intrusion monitoring, but having alarms flow through a central station can be awkward. Those services are...

By Brian Rhodes - almost 12 years ago

Selecting a Quality Security Integrator

A number of end users and consultant members asked us the best way to select quality security integrator, following our manufacturer survey results...

By John Honovich - almost 12 years ago

Using Laser Distance Finders

Calculating correct distances can be a pain but are an essential part of properly estimated projects. For years, the tape measure has been a...

By Brian Rhodes - almost 12 years ago

Pelco: IP vs. Analog Debate Over

Pelco's top executive proclaimed that the debate between IP and Analog is over, at the PSA-Tec keynote speech [link no longer available]. Is it...

By Brian Rhodes - almost 12 years ago

Crazy UK CCTV and The Value of PTZs

Like a scene out of a James Bonds movie, UK authorities released amazing footage of a driver taking a terrified pedestrian on a neighborhood ride...

By John Honovich - almost 12 years ago

Stentofon Pulse Examined

Designing an intercom system can be maddeningly complex. Every manufacturer requires specifying a handful of pieces to bring everything together....

By Brian Rhodes - almost 12 years ago

Integrators' Top Complaints on VMS Software

VMS platforms are one of the most polarizing topics in the surveillance industry, with practically everyone having his or her own favorite....

By Ethan Ace - almost 12 years ago

Dealing With IT

Dealing with IT can be a headache, even if you are an IT integrator. The core challenge is the potential impact of adding surveillance and the IT...

By John Honovich - almost 12 years ago

Choosing Pre-Loaded VMS Appliances / NVR

An integrator member asked today about choices for pre-loaded VMS appliances (NVRs). He explained that while he could load it, he has techs that...

By John Honovich - almost 12 years ago

Sony Next Generation Cameras (IPELA Engine)

It has been a few years since Sony introduced their fifth generation series, begging the question of when a new release is coming. In the interim,...

By Ethan Ace - almost 12 years ago

How Do Integrators Get Trained?

Improper training can lead to return trips and dissatisfied customers, increasing integrator's installation and support costs. However, outside of...

By Ethan Ace - almost 12 years ago

Earthcam Competitive Positioning Reviewed

Earthcam is one of the biggest video streaming sites on the Internet, getting hundreds of thousands of visitors per month to their network of...

By Ethan Ace - almost 12 years ago

IP Camera Setup Training

Once you can connect to an IP camera, you need to set it up so that the camera can integrate with a VMS or NVR. In this training, we show you how...

By John Honovich - almost 12 years ago


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