SANTA CLARA, CA -- 06/11/08 --
Vidient Systems, Inc., a leading developer
of intelligent video security solutions, today announced general
availability of Vidient SmartCatch® 3.1, featuring new pan-tilt-zoom
(PTZ) functionality to enhance perimeter intrusion detection and
assessment.
By leveraging existing CCTV infrastructure, SmartCatch offers dramatic cost
savings -- often more than 50% -- over traditional perimeter intrusion
detection sensors. Rather than using physical sensors, the SmartCatch
system automatically analyzes video feeds in real time to detect people and
vehicles in unauthorized locations. Unlike traditional fence sensors,
Vidient SmartCatch cannot be defeated by intruders tunneling under or
scaling over the fence. It can also be implemented in locations where
traditional sensors aren't practical for safety or aesthetic reasons, such
as runways, beaches and public areas.
SmartCatch 3.1 further increases the power of video intrusion detection by
automating alarm assessment. When SmartCatch detects an intruder, it will
direct a PTZ camera to point and zoom in on the intruder. SmartCatch will
then automatically control the PTZ camera to continuously track the
intruder as they move. If the suspect temporarily disappears behind other
objects, SmartCatch will automatically zoom out, reacquire the intruder,
and then zoom back in. By eliminating the need to hunt for the intruder,
these capabilities enable guards to more rapidly assess an alarm and
respond. By increasing the number of frames on target, they also maximize
the probability of capturing the suspect's face or license plate for
forensic purposes.
SmartCatch 3.1 automatically alerts security personnel to suspicious
behaviors that may predict an intrusion attempt, such as loitering people
or stopped vehicles outside the perimeter. With SmartCatch's new "Stop and
Stare" mode, a single PTZ camera can be configured to monitor multiple
locations for these behaviors. The camera will automatically move between
the locations, pausing at each location to detect suspicious behaviors.
This new mode further increases the cost-effectiveness of video for
implementing perimeter security.
"Advanced video technology is revolutionizing perimeter intrusion
detection," said Frank Pao, CEO of Vidient Systems. "By utilizing the
existing CCTV infrastructure, Vidient SmartCatch delivers much more
sophisticated detection capabilities at a fraction of the price of
traditional approaches."
About Vidient Systems, Inc.
Founded in 2003, Vidient is the technology leader in sophisticated video
analysis, particularly for security and safety applications. Vidient's
SmartCatch family of products is in use around the world at major airports,
military bases, corporate campuses and critical infrastructure sites. The
products are available worldwide directly from Vidient and through a select
network of systems integrators. For more information, visit
www.vidient.com.
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