Optelecom-NKF Announces Its H.264 Siqura® Camera Line

November 24, 2009 - Optelecom-NKF Inc., a leading global supplier of advanced video surveillance solutions and the manufacturer of Siqura® surveillance solutions, today announces the release of its H.264 Siqura HD6x PTZ IP camera series.

This high-speed dome (HD) camera line comprises three pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) IP cameras, the indoor HD60 and the outdoor HD62 and HD66 WDR. All of the HD6x cameras support open streaming architecture (OSA) for easy integration with video management systems. Each model offers an array of features that make an HD6x camera a valuable addition to any surveillance system.

The quad-streaming HD6x cameras support H.264 streaming in addition to MPEG-4 and MJPEG dual streaming. This flexibility in compression standards makes it easy for HD6x series cameras to offer the best quality video while at the same time streamlining network performance. True to their name, the HD6x cameras can move to predefined preset positions at impressive speeds of up to 400° per second. With the HD6x cameras, PTZ coordinate positions can be queried or set through the OSA application programming interface (API). Through their 26x or 35x autofocus zoom lens with 12x digital zoom, these Siqura cameras make precision and expediency a priority. Furthermore, the HD6x series comes with an easy-to-use, web-based user interface, allowing users to configure them or view video streams from a PC or even via handheld devices, such as PDAs.

Since surveillance conditions can vary widely even for just one camera, the HD6x series also includes day/night (IR-cut filter) and backlight compensation as standard features that can be applied manually or automatically when lighting conditions require it. The HD66 WDR comes with wide dynamic range functionality to ensure excellent video quality, even in the most difficult of circumstances. Moreover, all the HD66 WDR cameras have a built-in image stabilizer to prevent vibrations from disrupting a camera view or footage, such as those caused by wind in pole-mount installations.

Additionally, these high-speed cameras are part of the Siqura product line, an extensive collection of video surveillance equipment offering complete solutions and reputed for quality and reliability.

The complete list of HD6x specifications can be found at www.optelecom-nkf.com.

About Optelecom-NKF

Optelecom-NKF, Inc. (NASDAQ: OPTC - News), manufacturer of Siqura® advanced video surveillance solutions, provides a full range of network products based on an open technology platform that simplifies integration and installation. Our Siqura® solutions offer a perfect blend of ease of use and processing power, enabling end users to optimize the effectiveness of their surveillance systems while reducing the total cost of ownership. All products and solutions are developed and tested for professional and mission‑critical applications, such as at highway departments, airports, seaports, casinos, public transport authorities, hospitals, city centers, shopping centers, military bases, and corporate and government campuses. Founded in 1972, Optelecom-NKF is committed to providing its customers with expert technical advice and support. 

Investor inquiries should be directed to Mr. Rick Alpert at +1 301-948-7872.

Press inquiries for Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia should be directed to Kate Huber khuber@optelecom-nkf.com  tel. +31 182 592 215

Press inquiries for North and Latin America should be directed to Betsy Lanning, blanning@optelecom-nkf.com tel. +1 301-444-2276

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