Hauppauge, NY | Feb 01, 2018: Vicon Industries, Inc. (VII: NYSE-MKT) (“Vicon”), designer and manufacturer of video surveillance and access control software, hardware and components, announced today the upcoming release of Valerus 18, the most significant update yet to its popular video management software. With the latest release, Valerus provides enhancements to its user interface, new data backup and security options, and support for H.265 cameras. It also introduces a new module, Valerus/ViconNet Gateway, that provides a simple and affordable migration path for users of Vicon’s legacy platform to benefit from all of Valerus’ features and capabilities.
- Support for H.265 compression allows Valerus users to take advantage of HEVC video from the latest generation of IP cameras. H.265 video can provide up to 50% savings in storage space and bandwidth usage compared to H.264, while maintain the same level of video quality.
- Interface improvements make it easier to navigate the video timeline and call up specific recorded video within the Playback mode.
- Application Server Redundancy makes sure that Valerus users will never lose important data in case of a server failure. The cost of a redundant application server license is available for free to Valerus PRO tier users.
- Valerus/ViconNet Gateway provides users of Vicon’s legacy ViconNet systems with a bridge to connect existing NVRs and cameras with a new Valerus syste
The Valerus-ViconNet Gateway Solution, a new Valerus module that allows users of Vicon's legacy ViconNet hardware and connected cameras to take advantage of the new Valerus software interface and capabilities. When used as part of a Valerus/ViconNet system, a single Gateway can support up to 500 ViconNet channels. Once connected, Valerus functionality is extended to cameras groups set up within the ViconNet Nucleus, allowing for live viewing and playback, PTZ control, dewarping of 360 degree cameras, and thumbnail and museum search.
Users can take advantage of the Valerus interface, features and flexibility while preserving the value of their previous investment, and benefit from more affordable expansion options moving forward.
“Since the launch of Valerus, the response from our customers has been universally positive, as they appreciate the simplicity the system brings to any size VMS installation. With the new features and H.265 support included with Valerus 18, we expect to further enhance the experience for all our customers, including those using older ViconNet systems who can now easily migrate to the Valerus platform,“ said Bret McGowan, Vicon’s Senior V.P., Sales and Marketing.
Valerus 18 will be available for download via the Vicon website in March, 2018. Valerus customers eligible for upgrades can download the new software and update their system without any system relicensing. Prospective new customers are encouraged to download a free 30-day trial of Valerus Pro to experience the full range of features. Learn more about Valerus at www.vicon-security.com/valerus-vms.
