"Panasonic is uniquely positioned to provide casinos with comprehensive video surveillance systems that can be coupled with integrated narrowcasting via our retailTV product offerings," says Frank DeFina, president of Panasonic System Solutions "It is a solution that integrates security and messaging, two essential applications for the gaming industry. Panasonic and North American Video have long enjoyed a mutually beneficial relationship, but we are extremely pleased to be working more closely with them to specifically increase our presence in the gaming market"

Panasonic's i-Pro Series can facilitate the transition to a networked environment, with easy integration into new and existing analog and digital installations. The i-Pro Series includes PTZ, vandal-proof, fixed, and mini-dome cameras, network video recorders, video servers and more. Panasonic's digital signage solutions include a variety of professional display systems including retailTV, large screen systems and plasma displays.

"Panasonic has always been recognized as a technology leader in the professional video industry. The Panasonic name also has strong brand recognition which provides a comfort level with users," says Cynthia Freschi, president of North American Video "We are looking forward to working closely with Panasonic as we continue to expand our presence in the gaming industry both domestically and globally"

"North American Video's presence in key gaming markets is well established and documented," says Mr. DeFina "We believe our i-Pro Series network video surveillance products and digital signage solutions will supplement North American Video's networked system solutions"