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Swann Communications Releases ADW-300 Monitoring Device

andPOP Staff — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 13:40:14 +0000

Swann Communications, a leader in do-it-yourself security monitoring solutions, recently announced their latest innovation in wireless surveillance, the ADW-300 Security Camera. This device features an upgraded version of Swann’s Advanced Digital Wireless (ADW) analog wireless technology by transmitting a ‘point to point’ digital wireless feed from the camera to the receiver. This receiver can be connected to a DVR, VCR, or monitor for viewing and recording.

The new technology that the ADW-300 features provides clearer video pictures and sound than analog wireless. The new technology does not suffer interference from, nor interfere with, other wireless devices like internet router, cordless phones and microwave ovens. The Swann ADW technology also has an encrypted signal that ensures no one else can intercept the camera’s feeds. The ADW-300 has a wireless transmission range of at least 160ft.

The ADW-300 films in colour, and automatically switches to black and white with infra-red night vision in low light situations. The device is selling for approximately $200, and will soon be released to Swann retail and online retailers.

Swann Communication Releases Flashlight DVR Recording Device

andPOP Staff — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:03:11 +0000

Swann Communications, a company that specializes in security monitoring solutions, has just announced the release of its new FlashlightDVR convert surveillance device. This product combines a high power, working flashlight, colour camera and DVR (Digital Video Recorder) in one durable, aluminum alloy case.

The FlashlightDVR can record video either internally, through 128MB flash memory, or externally via an SD Card (2GB) that is sold separately from the device. The recorded video can be viewed or transferred onto a computer by using the FlashlightDVR’s USB port. The device can record in low-light conditions and can record audio using its built-in microphone.

All of the controls for the device are located on the top of the FlashlightDVR. The FlashlightDVR also features an LCD menu-display screen. The device is powered by 3 C size batteries or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries. The FlashlightDVR is selling for about $500, and more information on the product can be found at www.swannsecurity.com.

October is National Crime Prevention Month

andPOP Staff — Thu, 18 Oct 2007 19:34:34 +0000

October is known as National Crime Prevention Month and in light of this we’re going to feature a few products that anyone can setup and install at their home or office to make their place more secure.

Swann DVR Combo Kit – Have you ever wanted to see your place from anywhere in the world? If so this product is for you. Starting at US$999, simply install the PCI card into your PC and connect the four cameras. Using the included software, you can begin monitoring various locations around your house or office and ensure its safety.

Optex BX-100 Plus – To stop break-ins through windows and doors before they happen, you’ll want the Optex BX-100PLUS. Measuring just 2″x9″, it emits a beam just in front of the window or door and if it’s interfered with an alarm will sound. Protect your windows and doors for just $125 per unit.

Some other great products include DSC’s Acuity Glassbreak Detector (US$35), which can detect the sound of breaking glass up to 25 feet away and sound an alarm and Swann’s Digital Private Eye (US$199), which includes a pinhole camera that stores pictures to an SD Card upon detection of movement.