IPS Intelligent Video Analytics has released version 10.0 of its IPS Videomanager, IPS Analyticsmanager and IPS Videoanalytics. In particular the IPS video management system offers a number of new features plus improvements in usability, and now comprehensive license plate recognition can also be integrated.
For the first time, the video analytics specialist has introduced into the portfolio a video analytics function, which was not developed by IPS. In addition to the native connection of Hikvision cameras with ANPR, the generic connection of other systems via SOAP and Host TCP interfaces is also supported. Through this integration the IPS Videomanager provides extensive ANPR features. These include, for example, the creation of black and white lists, as well as the linking of lists with a weekly schedule. In addition, cameras can be individually assigned to different lists. This allows full flexibility, for example when controlling the access authorisation in car parks.
With innovative 3D technology, the IPS Videomanager has long provided unique features to support security personnel. Alarm objects are automatically tracked across the site by the system and handed over from camera to camera as needed. In the event of an alarm the security guard can concentrate fully on initiating necessary measures and rely on the fact that the alarm target is always kept in the picture. In the new version 10.0 the movement paths of targets, for example persons, cars or drones can now be displayed in the site plan using avatars by means of external GPS coordinates. Another special feature means that customer specific avatars are also possible.
Additionally, 360° cameras offer many benefits in practice, especially when monitoring indoor areas such as shops or reception halls. With just one camera, large areas can be controlled, reducing installation and operating costs. However, the images are affected by the typical fisheye effect. In order to carry out optimal evaluation of the camera images, the image recordings must be equalised. With the latest release, the IPS Videomanager supports this equalisation for various Axis 360 ° camera models in live and playback mode and offers the possibility to choose between four clear standard views, such as a panorama or quadruple.
