Bosch has released its Video Management System 7.0 software. Bosch VMS 7.0 allows security operators to manage high-resolution video streams in their day-to-day work, the developers say. In places like metro stations and airports with many cameras and high-resolution video data, if a workstation is overloaded, the client application will often lag, the firm points out. Yet security operators may need to view many cameras at once for an overview of a site, such as an airport terminal.
With the new VMS 7.0, the user is able to keep multiple UHD (Ultra High Definition) cameras open without having to worry about slowing down the application, says Bosch. Its VMS 7.0 automatically shows the optimal video resolution on the screen. If an operator needs to view many cameras at the same time, the VMS automatically uses a lower-resolution stream. When enhanced pictures are required to zoom in or view on a full screen, for instance, a higher-resolution stream is automatically chosen. This feature uses the multi-stream capabilities available on Bosch IP video cameras and runs on existing workstations.
The VMS features encrypted communication between Bosch cameras and the Video Management System. A security manager can choose to encrypt all control communications and videos through a secure HTTPS connection, reducing the risk of the system being hacked. The software also offers an IT security guide which explains how to set up a secure system. The document describes how to configure the VMS for Windows operating systems and how to secure video cameras against unauthorised access.
