IPVM's Reports

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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Genetec LPR + New SharpX Camera Examined

In this note, we examine Genetec’s newest addition to its AutoVu license plate recognition offerings, the SharpX LPR camera. This unit is a new...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

Axis M50 Low Cost HD PTZ Examined

In this note, we examine the features, pricing and positioning of the newly announced Axis M50 small form factor PTZ / HD PTZ line. We think this...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

H2 2010 Financial Results Examined

IndigoVision's financial results through Jan 31, 2011 show that the company's financial performance continues to lag the overall IP video market....

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

Pelco's 960p HD Resolution Claim Examined

In this note, we examine Pelco's 960p HD positioning for its HD Spectra line. In a recent promotional video, Pelco claims the superiority of 960p...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

Pelco's Hybrid DVRs (DX4700/4800) Examined

In this note, we examine Pelco's 2 new Hybrid DVR series: the DX4700 and 4800 series. Pelco is marketing these recorders to users who want to add...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

How Much Megapixel Do You Need?

When selecting one's next recorder, a critical question for existing analog camera users will be: How much megapixel do you need? Answer wrong and...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

Security Consultant Conflict of Interest

While security consultants should be totally committed to the needs of their customers, many fear that manufacturers have undue influence on...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

Can Milestone's NVR Appliances Compete?

Surprisingly, Milestone is entering the hardware business [link no longer available]. After years of warning the industry about the dangers of...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

Online Surveillance Market 2011

Online sales of video surveillance products is already a sizable market growing at a robust rate. We estimate the global market size is over $200...

By Marty Major - about 13 years ago

SD is the New VHS Tape

The rise of megapixel cameras is literally making Standard Definition cameras look bad. We see this having a significant psychological, marketing...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

NLSS Competitive Positioning Examined

NLSS is likely the most interesting recent startup in the video surveillance market. The founder's last startup was sold to Cisco. Plus, NLSS has...

By Antony Look - about 13 years ago

Comparing Surveillance IR Illuminators

Video quality at night can be very poor. Even cameras that rate their minimum illumination as .1 lux or less routinely display dark, noisy images...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

DHS $1.5 Billion Covert Surveillance RFP

In this note, we examine a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) RFP for covert audio/video surveillance equipment and services. The equipment is...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

Distributors Dealing Direct to End Users

While the typical role of security distributors is facilitating sales of products between manufacturers and integrators, significant evidence...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

Stopping Surveillance 'Videojacking'

A rising fear among security professionals is that surveillance video can be 'hijacked' and put on the Internet, resulting in embarassment or worse...

By John Honovich - about 13 years ago

Dealing with Gaps in Surveillance Coverage

Gaps, or holes, in one's surveillance coverage is a fact of life for most organizations. Unfortunately, it can become a painful fact when incidents...

By John Honovich - over 13 years ago

Channel Sales Harm Security Users

The standard security sales model encourages bad system designs and poor integration skills. Specifically, manufacturer's varying discount levels...

By John Honovich - over 13 years ago

Anixter Strong Bump in Q4 2010

In Anixter's investors call [link no longer available], the company disclosed that it's Q4 2010 security sales increased sharply, providing further...

By John Honovich - over 13 years ago


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