IDIS 8MP (DC-S6881HRX and the DC-S6881HRX-A) and 6MP (DC-S6681HRX and DC-S6681HRX-A) models combine infrared technology with 31x optical zoom, autofocus lenses, and 30 fps to provide broad coverage. 

Powered by solar energy, the advanced series 4K solar-powered ColorVu system (model DS-2XS6A87G1-L/C32S80) can be fully deployed without the need for any electrical wiring or network cables. 

While no amount of security can guarantee against the possibility of an attack, major terrorist attacks around the world always serve as a clarion call, drawing people’s attention to security measures in their own towns, and many are increasingly beginning to turn their focus from indoors to outdoors and the perimeter surrounding the venues. 

Siklu unveiled the MultiHaul, a point-to-multipoint millimeter wave wireless solution for the physical security market.

Bringing power and communications to an outdoor security system can be challenging. Know your options and you’ll best meet customer needs.

In determining the best solution for a customer, “the big things are topology and what kind of communications they have on site,” comments Al Lewis, vice president of Okeechobee, Fla.-based dealer, Gator Security.

A media room, however, provides a more inviting look. With seating typically in the form of couches and love seats, the viewing experience is more social.

More homeowners today are asking to extend security outside their homes. With advice from experts, SDM explores the challenges and the opportunities.