Cradle Technology launches enVigil - the Networked Video Surveillance System in US

enVigil - Cradle Technolgies now launches Envigil next generation CCTV system in US. Cradle's enVigil helps businesses to go beyond security monitor multiple locations or single location anytime anywhere over VPN.

One more thing to note is our system is good for replacement business- you can just use the same infrastructure wiring and cameras and just change the old system with enVigil and add the internet connection. You will be surprised to see great quality video streaming rapidly since we use our own fastest multi-core
chip inside enVigil.

I would suggest to visit our website at http://www.cradle.com

Also please visit following links

http://www.cradle.com/product_brochure.html
http://www.cradle.com/network_video_surveillance_white_paper.html
Also you can review the presentation that was made at IFSEC2008

Cradle have a proprietary technology for the entire end to end Networked Video Surveillance solution. This includes our award winning chip, firmware, hardware, application and networking software needed for an advanced Network Video Surveillance needs (advanced and networked CCTV). Our products are based on highly innovative, pioneering and patented technology.

enVigil Provides Networked Video Surveillance System for many industries.

1. True Networked Video Surveillance System. A Generation ahead of any CCTV / DVR system.

2. High Clarity Remote Access Capability of Video and Audio.

3. Video over the network is encrypted and fully secured. Virtual Private Network capability prevents unauthorized access.

4. Specific user can be assigned to access the selected cameras using Private Camera Capability.

5. Static IP is not required. Dynamic DNS support is included.

6. Highly efficient use of Video Storage by deploying the most advanced video compression techniques.

7. 100% standards compliant H.264 and MPEG 4 implementation enables viewing interoperability. The system can be used with any PC, Apple Mac or PDA.

8. CradleWatch software transforms video data and images into meaningful information:

1. Intelligent management of video storage (through motion detection, sensors and event-driven alarms)
2. Real time alerts with snapshot through emails and SMS.



9. Online Audio Capability for all cameras
10. Comprehensive Configuration and management facility is available locally as well remotely.
11. Daily Log sheet for cameras and system activities can be generated for audit purpose.
12. The video data can be archived locally or remotely.
13. Branch office NVSS system can also store the recorded video data on Network Attached Storage (NAS).
14. Can manage PTZ cameras remotely

CCTV for Clarendon, Manchester

CCTV for Clarendon, Manchester


Clarendon and Manchester are poised to boost their crime fighting efforts by the end of the year with the installation of closed circuit television cameras (CCTV) at strategic points in those parishes.

"We don't want just to catch the criminals. We would love for the cameras to be a preventative. We don't want the crime to happen - that is our priority, but if it happens we want to catch the culprits," Milton Brown, mayor for May Pen told the Observer. "I notice that in London the cameras are all over the place and people desist from certain actions because they are of the view that the camera is going to catch them.
We will be concentrating in the town centre and it is a modular system so we can always add more cameras."
Brown declined to say how much the project is going to cost or how many cameras were being installed.
More than 120 persons have been killed in Clarendon since the beginning of the year.

At the same time, Brown, who also heads the Association of Local Government Authorities (ALGA), disclosed that a delegation from the Convention of Scottish Local Authority (COSLA) arrived in the island last week with the aim of partnering with ALGA in carrying out the project.
Read full story at
http://www.jamaicaobserver.com/

How can a security system improve my revenues?

One would tend to think that security systems are there to protect your business assets from being stolen or from fraud from occurring. These statements indicate some of the benefits of a typical security system.

But these days, the industry has undergone tremendous changes to the point where security systems are now used as a tool for BUSINESS information. What do I mean by that? Well, here are a few examples.

1. Imagine you are a manager of a bank. Yes, you need a security system to monitor high traffic areas in the bank, you want to guard against thieves at the ATM machines and you want to view your vault to ensure nothing is being taken. However, did you think of the fact that a security system while doing all of these things can also:
-monitor customer service levels (eg. what is average wait time for a customer)
-observe employees for how well they abide by bank procedures
-figure out the busiest times of the day/week/month and staff your branch accordingly

2. You own a retail shop with 3 other locations. You are primarily concerned with the safety of your inventory however you can also:
-monitor the increase in customer traffic after a new marketing/ad campaign
-figure out the highest traffic areas in your store so you can display your promotional material to the largest number of people
-help resolve customer disputes
-remotely monitor all 4 locations from the comfort of your own home/office or while traveling anywhere in the world!

These are only a few of the ways that Cradle's NVSS can help you go beyond security to increase your bottom line!

What is a NVSS or CCTV system? What all parts one need to purchase when one has to install this system

NVSS connects to the internet and you can watch the property from anywhere, anytime.
CCTV is on LAN and can be watched only locally.

What is a NVSS or CCTV system? What all things are involved and what all parts you need to purchase when you want to purchase a CCTV or NVSS system.


When one thinks about total security, and monitoring about any facility then Advanced and Networked CCTV has to be part of the package other wise the full security can not be complete.

The traditional CCTV is also in use but these days networked CCTV or NVSS- that is Networked Video Surveillance Systems are also available for the mid-market and the pricing has come down for such systems so mid size businesses can afford such systems

Netwroked CCTV or Networked Video Surveillance System (NVSS) has following components cameras, recorder with storage, additional storage (if needed), monitors, peripherals.

NVSS or CCTV Recorder is the main brain of your security system. This is the one that you need to select properly. If you do not have the main NVSS the correct kind then the other peripherals are easy to choose.
Please make sure you select this correctly. To find out more about this here-





One should understand the latest technology in this area. What is the difference between CCTV and NVSS. You have to take into consideration your business need according to that you have to select the correct recorder for you.



CCTV cameras are the image capture elements essential in security sytem. Selection of right cameras is based on the purpose of the security system, installation requirements and installation location (indoor or outdoor) also plays a vital role in determining the right combination. There are many types of cameras used for CCTV systems - Fixed mini domes, night vision cameras, , compact cameras, IP cameras and speed dome cameras, PTZ Cameras ( Pan Tilt and Zoom Cameras)






In a security system, monitor is used to display images captured by the camera and processed by the NVSS recorder. There are many Types of monitors used for such system is TFT monitors and CRT monitors. Now a days the range of monitors rages from the TV monitors, computer monitors to flat screen monitors.





Storage is another important component in CCTV system. The storage now a days can come inside the recorder also with NVSS system using NAS one can extend the storage since the need for the storage has increased up to 90 days in some of the industries like banking industry. You must make sure that the system you purchase has the option and have NAS connection so that you can add the storage later as your need for storage increases.

Installation is another important aspect of any surveillance system. If you are a owner you should get involved in the installation process since each installation is different according to your business need and location. The cameras and location of cameras is important in this regard.

Such mid market and also higher level NVSS is available also by Cradle Technologies.

The challenges for Networked Video Surveillance System in India

The challenges for networked Video Surveillance system in India are multi fold.

The main issue is the band-with for the multiple Videos to stream over the internet.

Even though the band-with is increasing in India, it is a challenge to stream multiple videos take a lot of band-with and when one is trying to stream 8, 16 or 32 videos real time.

The network Surveillance system go beyond security and provide you important business information to improve your business in many ways.

You can monitor your employees for following areas
Attendance
Over time
Customer support Quality
Training
implementation standards.

Also you can avoid thefts and unwanted intrusions.

Also one can monitor the business remotely anytime and from anywhere.


Cradle Technology with their innovative Networked Video Surveillance system is able to stream such videos real time and is able to give you remote access from home or if you are traveling via your lap top.