The new EXgarde 4.1 version of manufacturer TDSi’s access control software features integration with Milestone’s Enterprise and Corporate video management software.
From an IP-enabled access portal, security users can use EXgarde 4.1’s Explorer to monitor CCTV feeds via Milestone’s XProtect Corporate or Enterprise software range, tagging events and using video verification – whilealso controlling the physical access control of automated doors. EXgarde 4.1 also integrates with Microsoft Active Directory, so that physical security systems can be synchronised with logical security and the central business facility database can provide an overall view of any situation.
TDSi’s Managing Director, John Davies, said: “EXgarde 4.1’s integration with Milestone’s software means security operators can take advantage of its wide scope of video surveillance solutions to provide exactly what they need. With our software at its heart, any business can directly link and manage its entire security enforcement from one place. With direct links to CCTV feeds (through Milestone’s software or TDSi’s own VUgarde2 CCTV management software), along with input from Texecom’s alarm systems, EXgarde 4.1 can then collate this information and rapidly advise security staff. At the same time, as users gain access their location is logged with Microsoft Active Directory, which is the keystone to many modern build control systems. Any security breach can also trigger IT system protocols that control the level of access available in certain areas, to minimise the possibility of unwarranted removal of data. This offers a superb way to integrate physical security with the IT security systems to provide a total picture of organisational security.”
In the case of the CCTV integration, users can view live video from any camera within the EXgarde Explorer window, so an incident reported by the access system, for example, can immediately be investigated visually. As for video verification, when specific events are generated (such as access is denied on a reader) a window will pop up displaying live video from a chosen camera. An operator can then choose to unlock the door from the pop-up window if they are certain access should be granted.
Integration with Milestone’s systems is also suitable the firms say for event tagging and compliance. Events can be tagged as they occur (or during playback) so an incident can be investigated. For review of recorded footage, when the tagged events occur in the event list the recorded video can be played back corresponding to the event time stamp. TDSi’s EXgarde 4.1 software is compatible with 32-bit/64-bit Microsoft Windows® 7, Windows® XP and Windows® server 2003/2008, and supports numerous communication methods including TCP/IP, dial-up and GSM modems.
For more information on TDSi’s EXgarde 4.1 and the rest of its comprehensive range of integrated security solutions – visit www.tdsi.co.uk or call 01202 723 535.
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