The integration of IP camera systems with door access control provides enhanced security. Integration can be accomplished using one of the advanced Access Control Management or Video Management Systems (VMS) that support the integration of door access control and surveillance cameras.
The following software integrates access control and video surveillance management. To learn more, see our article Comparison of Integrated Security Management Software.
This is an Access Control software that provides a unified interface for managing various security systems, including IP camera systems and other security devices. It features an open interface that enables connection with various video management software systems. It includes an on-site or cloud-based management system.
When to use it: It is a good choice when you need an Access Control Management system that supports fewer than 200 doors, and you would also like to view your IP surveillance camera system. Note, you will require an additional license for the VMS solution.
The Hexagon dC3 solution is based on the Ocularis Video Management Software. You can add the S2 Access control software. It supports Lenell, Isonas (hosted), and other access control.
When to use it: When you need a Video Management System that interfaces with an access control system, this is a good choice.
Armatura One is an all-in-one solution with an Access Control and Video Management System that integrates other solutions not handled by other integrated systems. It is a web-based solution that includes multiple modules, such as Access Control, Time & Attendance, Elevator, Parking Management, Face Kiosks, Temperature Detection, Data Monitoring, Building Automation, and Intrusion Detection.
When to use it: If you want to incorporate biometric door readers into your access control system, this is an appropriate choice. It is also an excellent solution for complex security environments that include access control, surveillance cameras, and other systems. You require a license for each of the security systems.
The Hartmann door access control system integrates with many IP video recording systems. This includes many Video Management Software (VMS and Network Video Recorders (NVR).
Examples of IP camera system systems currently supported include Hanwha Recording systems, Milestone xProtect, ViconNet, Exact, Digital Watchdog, and some Hikvision NVR systems. The list is growing so please check with us for the latest supported IP camera recording system support.
When to use: This is an ideal system if you plan to use the door control hardware from Hartmann and also want to view your surveillance cameras.
C2P software provides another way to integrate various security systems. It can be used with some access control and IP camera management software. For example, it provides the integration of data from digital devices with the Ocularis video management software. Key features include:
The complete database can be exported to CSV file so that various reports and graphs can be made. It also allows you to export video evidence.
The software is licensed with a base license plus a device license (door reader, or POI, etc.).
When Door Access Control, from Isonas, is integrated with Ocularis through C2P, we can create complex alerts. For example, if a person, who has been removed from the access control system, tries to enter a door, the security person is automatically notified. We can also create alerts when the door is held open, or the door is forced. The video at the door is automatically popped up on the OnSSi Ocularis screen, and an alert sound notifies the security person that action is required.
Besides receiving alerts, the database provides much more powerful analytic tools. The security person can search for specific information such as; who entered after a certain time, or what person tried to enter using a bad badge, etc.
If you need to know who came in late, or when a specific door was used and who came in, the database can be displayed in a new window, and the search parameters can be entered.
Ordering information:
Product License: ESE Base license plus Access node license.
Integration of Point-of-Sales (POS) systems with IP surveillance systems are made much more effective when you can use a database. Now you can do searches, and make charts that help you understand your business. For example, you can search for how many products were sold above a certain price. You can also find the video for a specific time, or when a specific transaction occurred.
You can do complex database searches and then create a table that shows all the details. For example, you can look at all of the transactions that may have occurred over a selected time range, and at the same time display the video associated with the transactions.
You now have a complete history that includes both video and cash register information. This makes it easy to do an audit. You can monitor performance, detect cash register fraud, or track missing inventory.
The convergence of video and database information make it much easier to audit your business. You now have forensic information from your POS and IP camera system that dramatically improves the information available from your business.
Ordering information:
Product License: ESE Base license plus POS node license.
The convergence of information with IP video can also be used with many other IP connected devices.
LPR – Automated license plate readers convert the video captured from the license plate into digital data. Integrations of the data collected with the IP camera video provides an easy way to monitor the license plates, and trigger alerts if a specific number is detected. It can also be used to audit the number of license plates and when they were detected. This allows you to easily follow a vehicle through a parking facility or across a city.
ATM and Teller Transactions – The video from a specific ATM or teller workstation can be viewed and displayed with information collected when a person uses the ATM. Using the database, it is easy to find specific transactions and see the actual video that was captured at that time. Using the C2P features, it’s easy to settle any customer disputes or uncover fraud.
The convergence of information with IP video can also be used with many other IP connected devices.
LPR – Automated license plate readers convert the video captured from the license plate into digital data. Integrations of the data collected with the IP camera video provides an easy way to monitor the license plates, and trigger alerts if a specific number is detected. It can also be used to audit the number of license plates and when they were detected. This allows you to easily follow a vehicle through a parking facility or across a city.
ATM and Teller Transactions – The video from a specific ATM or teller workstation can be viewed and displayed with information collected when a person uses the ATM. Using the database, it is easy to find specific transactions and see the actual video that was captured at that time. Using the C2P features, it’s easy to settle any customer disputes or uncover fraud.
Asset Tracking – Attach an RFID tracking device to a high-value item, and now you can track the item as it moves through specific portals in your organization. For example, you can track a hospital medical cart, and be alerted if it is removed from a storage area. Or, even detect when a computer leaves the building.
Product Control at the Loading Dock – There are many other applications that can benefit from the convergence of video and data. For example, products coming into your facility can be monitored at the loading dock. A barcode reader can be used to help detect and flag alerts at the receiving dock. If a product recall is sent by a manufacturer, you can now stop the contaminated food or dangerous products from getting past the loading dock.
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