The detector scan and video data are configured and displayed together in Milestone’s Xprotect Smart Client interface, eliminating the need to run two separate applications while lowering bandwidth consumption. This interoperability creates features and benefits unprecedented in the security industry for video verification and full control of perimeter security applications in all lighting conditions.

Advanced sensing algorithms in Optex Redscan Laser-Scan and SIP (synthesised intelligent passive infrared) detectors offer accurate detection in real time, which significantly reduces false alarms and thereby increases reliability. The detectors provide advanced accuracy in environments where there is inconsistent lighting or none at all. Reflections off water, mixed lighting areas and high contrast views like backlit entrances to tunnels can be a challenge for cameras alone.

Because the laser scan is very directional, the detector can be positioned in a vertical or horizontal plane for a variety of conditions cameras cannot capture. For example, a virtual laser wall is useful for museums to catch hands reaching out to grab an object.

In addition with the map function in Xprotect Smart Client, the detectors identify and alert on a point of intrusion to visually verify a security incident for fast and appropriate response.

There is also improved evidence collection and management offering record, play back and export of IP sensor and detector data with video documentation to provide an accurate timeline and overview of incidents.

As part of the Optex Redwall product family, the Redscan Laser-Scan IP detectors identify moving objects’ size, speed, and distance. The devices process that information with a unique algorithm, resulting in a highly reliable detection system with minimal false alarms. SIP detectors use passive infrared technology with synthesised intelligent algorithms for reliable detection, especially in difficult lighting environments.

"Continued integration of innovative Optex products into the Milestone Xprotect VMS will enable more accurate and reliable video analytics, reducing false alarms," says Ryosuke Miwa, Optex general manager of global sales and marketing. Combining Redscan area and object data with the Milestone open platform will give unprecedented new levels of security for critical infrastructure such as electrical power plants or water reservoirs and commercial applications."

"Innovation through partnership is the backbone of the Milestone open platform and our close collaboration with Optex epitomises this. Milestone is demonstrating its industry leadership by being the first VMS provider to develop dedicated support for IP detection and sensor devices," says Martin Friis-Mikkelsen, Head of Strategic Alliances at Milestone Systems.

Milestone’s release of the August Xprotect Device Pack 6.2 will include integration of Optex IP laser detection with Xprotect VMS. Xprotect Device Packs will also be available in the future for other Optex products such as passive infrared detectors. The solutions will be presented at the ASIS trade show in Philadelphia, September 10-13 at the Milestone booth and at the Optex booth.