Watford Security and Access control System over SilverNet Wireless

April 2014

Wireless network CCTV solution for Watford Town Centre: This project involves a Watford Security and Access control System over SilverNet Wireless network.

An end to end SilverNet Wireless network installed by Videcom Security is providing a full IP infrastructure for the backhaul of Watford Town Centre’s CCTV cameras. The Watford Security and Access control System benefits immensely. This is due to SilverNet’s advanced technology.

The SilverNet Wireless network has been deployed as part of a project to upgrade the town centre’s video surveillance system. This includes implementing the Watford Security and Access control System over SilverNet Wireless technology. The project also involved the opening of a new state-of-the-art CCTV and public safety control room installed in Watford Town Centre. The room has been designed to help police respond quickly to any incidents. It also provides the opportunity to monitor traffic flow. Additionally, it supplies live updates for the Highways Authority.

Videcom

Waltham Abbey based Videcom Security were awarded the contract to provide an IP Network based solution. This network would support the existing town centre cameras, whilst providing an easy upgrade path to ONVIF compliant Full HD cameras and control equipment. Watford Borough Council may wish to deploy this in the future. This solution integrates seamlessly with the Watford Security and Access control System.

“One of our top priorities as a council is making Watford town centre as safe as possible for residents and visitors, no matter where or when they visit,” said a spokesperson for Watford Borough. “The relocation of our control room within Watford Police Station means that we can provide a faster, more efficient and joined-up service. It incorporates the Watford’s Security System over SilverNet Wireless network. That is good news for all of us!”

The solution

The SilverNet’s high capacity Backhaul links provide a full duplex resilient ring. Additionally, the 240 Mbps trunk links and 95 Mbps uplinks were used to facilitate the transmission of images captured by 60 high resolution cameras throughout the town centre. These images are sent to a central control room where SilverNet’s SilverView Network monitoring software works alongside a Synectics Synergy command & control solution. It also works with bespoke VNSoft remote monitoring software.

By being able to take advantage of the latest advances in network wireless technology, Videcom Security were able to minimise installation time and costs. This was achieved by negating the need for laying new cabling and engineering work. Moreover, it gave the local authority significant ongoing revenue savings. These savings were associated with the existing Telco leased circuits previously used for CCTV video transmission.

SilverView NMS

The SilverView network management software enables SilverNet wireless equipment and installed video codecs or IP cameras to be collectively managed via a PC, regardless of their physical location. It features an ultra-easy-to-use on-screen dashboard. This eliminates the complexity normally associated with the management of complex network systems.

“Working closely with Mike Skett of Goodwill Associates, an independent security consultancy, we utilised the expertise of our engineering team across a number of disciplines including CCTV, Electrical and Project Management. This was done in order to meet the client’s expectations for this project,” said Bill Mead, Executive Director of Videcom Security. “Despite having a deadline of just twelve weeks and the challenge of working through one of the worst winters on record, we managed to complete the project on time and on budget.”

“SilverNet is our preferred technology partner for wireless network solutions. Our decision to recommend its Wireless solution for this particular project has been more than justified by the performance of the equipment. It all worked ‘out of the box’ and has helped make this project a jewel in the Videcom portfolio. The equipment was delivered exactly when we needed it. We were impressed by the support provided by the SilverNet team at every stage. This included site survey assistance, factory pre-testing, training and technical advice during the installation and commissioning process.”

About SilverNet

SilverNet Ltd, a British company, specialises in designing and manufacturing rugged, high-performance, and cost-effective wireless networking solutions. Over the past decade, it has established itself as a leading innovator in both internal and external wireless solutions for transmitting video, voice, and data.

SilverNet’s wireless solutions include Point to Point, Point to Multipoint, MESH and Backhaul options. They are very easy to install, configure and operate. They deliver massive savings compared to the cost of traditional cabling methods or leased lines. As such, they offer a highly cost-effective option for businesses and organisations looking at ways to reduce ongoing infrastructure costs.

Working seamlessly with most video codecs and IP recording devices, SilverNet wireless solutions can boast a system uptime of at least 99.999%. This underscores the commitment of the company’s design engineers to build solutions that incorporate the highest quality components.

For further information on SilverNet’s comprehensive range of wireless solutions please call: +44 (0) 800 6521629 or email sales@silvernet.com or visit www.silvernet.com