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COE releases new line of single and multi-channel H.264 video servers.

COE Group PLC, a global leader in the design and manufacture of video surveillance technologies, is proud to announce the release of the X-Stream series of H.264 video encoders and decoders.

Aimed at the CCTV and surveillance market, X-Stream encoders compress analogue video signals to the highly efficient H.264 Main Profile standard to provide high quality, low latency IP video for transmission over Ethernet.

With advanced features such as onboard video analytics, electronic image stabilisation and dual streaming capabilities, the X-Stream series of video servers are game-changers in the field of digital video compression and transmission.

The X-Stream range includes a single channel boxed encoder, and two and four channel encoders which may be box housed or rack mounted. The X-Stream range also includes a dual channel decoder, the X-Stream 200D, capable of decoding H.264 streaming Ethernet video for use with analogue devices.

By rack mounting X-Stream encoders in a standard X-Net® rack, as many as 56 channels of analogue video may be encoded and transmitted across an IP Ethernet network from each rack chassis.

Additional daughter boards are available for the two and four channel encoders. This enhancement makes these encoders the world’s first direct to fibre H.264 IP encoders.

Fibre optic transmission is a cost effective method of greatly extending the transmission distance of video. Additional features such as video loop through and dual redundant port connections are also enabled by the addition of the daughter board. This unparalleled flexibility ensures the X-Stream range of H.264 video servers is suitable for deployment in any environment.

The onboard analytics engine of X-Stream encoders is powered by COE’s intelligent video analytics package. Analytics uses complex algorithms to identify and alert surveillance operators to a wide variety of rules. These rules include detection of abandoned objects, unauthorised access, vehicle tracking and more. The addition of intelligent analytical processing enhances the function of analogue cameras and improves effectiveness of CCTV operators.

Ian Jefferson, (photo below) CEO of COE Ltd comments:

“The X-Stream range is an exciting development in the video transmission market. Enabling analogue cameras to stream low-latency, low-bandwidth video across an Ethernet network is of huge benefit to sites looking to provide an incremental upgrade path from analogue to IP. The addition of video analytics and other key features offers the user a sophisticated package for the modern surveillance system.”

Designed in keeping with the X-Net fibre transmission range for use in demanding industrial and transport applications, X-Stream video servers with analytics have already been deployed for a comprehensive upgrade of 8000+ cameras across Seoul’s Metropolitan Subway network.

Notes about X-Stream Product Range: 
X-Stream 101 – 1 channel compact boxed H.264 video encoder
X-Stream 202 – 2 channel boxed/rack mountable H.264 video encoder
X-Stream 400 – 4 channel boxed/rack mountable H.264 video encoder
X-Stream 200D – 2 channel boxed/rack mountable H.264 video encoder

Photos reproduced by kind permission of COE Ltd.

About COE:
COE is a world leader in design and manufacture of IP, fibre & hybrid video network equipment. We craft innovative products which enable our clients to integrate unique features and maximise performance of video network projects. A key strength of our range is scalability with provisions for projects of any size, from small installations to 1000+ camera infrastructures. COE also prides itself on exceptional video quality, integrated fail-safe features and the potential for extensive third party integration. The company has over 10,000 installations worldwide across three main sectors - traffic & transport, heavy industrial and urban surveillance. COE products unlock the potential of new and existing video networks by providing industry beating video transmission quality (10bit), enabling IP and Ethernet over fibre-optics, and much more.

References
London Congestion Charge network, underground and high-speed rail systems worldwide, including the UK, Singapore, France, Spain, Germany, Hong Kong and Delhi; airports across Germany, Hong Kong and SE Asia, and road systems worldwide. City-centre systems include over 35 UK towns and cities, while industrial complexes include the South Parrs gas field in the Middle East. Seaport projects including The Port of Singapore (largest Container Port in the World) & Gunsan Port, South Korea

COE works closely with selected systems integrators, helping them to deliver the most competitive overall solutions for end-users. The company provides support through the entire lifecycle including design, supply, on-site test, commissioning and long-term maintenance.

For more information or further details on specific projects, please visit www.coe.co.uk
or e-mail: marketing[at]coe.co.uk