Argus, Geutebruck’s high precision pan and tilt system continues to turn heads
Argus, Geutebruck’s high precision pan and tilt system continues to turn heads

Argus, Geutebrück’s sophisticated pan and tilt system continues to attract attention wherever it is shown and Las Vegas was no exception. Engineered to support extremely fast, precise camera work in hostile environments, it delivers a smooth, stable image even for close-ups with a high power zoom, and pans at any speed from a slow crawl (0.01°/s) to a very fast sweep (200°/s). Its 225 fixed positions for pan, tilt, focus and zoom are reached with extremely high accuracy (< +/- 0.01°), and the head automatically returns to its ‘home’ position after a period of inactivity or following any attempt at unauthorised realignment. Argus allows endless 360° rotation for continuous all-round observation of its environment and can be mounted upright or inverted. Two different IP66/V4A weather and corrosion-proof housings with dirt and water repellent windows are designed to accommodate a wide range of cameras with 12-240 mm zoom lenses including a range extender. The heads are easy to mount and remove for servicing and requiring no lubrication are completely maintenance free. Argus is therefore an solution for reliable, cost-effective operation in inhospitable and inaccessible places such as tunnels or marine and industrial environments as well as large open sites.   An optional protection ring ('IceShield’) can be fitted (or retrofitted) to prevent internal icing in very cold weather and an optional AirBlastCleaner is available to deal with any particularly tenacious water drops, snow flakes, insects or spiders which cling to the housing window. This maintenance-free device enables the control room operator to clean the glass with a short blast of compressed air without leaving his seat. Argus comes in several different configurations to suit your particular need.  You can use it with a day/night camera alone, with a camera and an infrared spotlight or together with a thermal imaging camera.The high performance, infrared spotlight has long-life LEDs and a choice of three beam angles.  It works in unison with the camera head and automatically floods the monitored scene with IR light to a distance of up to 70m. When fitted with a colour CCTV camera and a thermal imaging camera, Argus is a formidable tool for use on large open sites, round the clock and in any weather.  Immune to the effects of dazzling lights, darkness, mist or smoke, thermal imaging is ideal for spotting intruders from a considerable distance. With no illumination involved, it is unobtrusive and offers a high probability of detection even at long range because of the difficulty for intruders to screen themselves against the technology.  

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VIDEOR creates customised solutions
VIDEOR creates customised solutions

The Value Added Multibrand Distributor VIDEOR responds to customer requests by combining thermal imaging cameras made by the US manufacturer FLIR with its eneo brand pan/tilt systems into a single system offered at an unbeatable price. Thermal imaging cameras from the FLIR SR Series are fitted with pan/tilt heads from the VPT Series and fully cabled in VIDEOR's own production facility. Plug & Play then provides easy connection and immediate start-up. PC management software does not have to be purchased separately as it is bundled in the product package.Ideal for analogue as well as IP solutions, this product-combination team achieves excellent results in all harsh environments. The FLIR thermal imaging cameras are available with focal lengths of 19, 35, 50 or 100 millimetres and - as opposed to other night vision systems the FLIR SR Series does not need any residual light - they deliver crisp thermal images with a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels even in full darkness. Their special image processing technology ensures the cameras deliver excellent contrast regardless of the scene dynamics.The eneo pan/tilt heads reach a homing speed of 100° per second (horizontal) and come with an automatic tilt function, optional fan heater and offer up to 64 pre-selected positions. Furthermore, eneo supplies extensive accessories for further expansion such as the KBD-NSC-100 Network System Controller, connection boxes or network encoders.With this combination of two products, VIDEOR is providing system integrators and installers a less complex and more economical alternative to comparable systems. Both brands simultaneously stand for high product quality and reliability. By the way: the full range of FLIR thermal imaging products has also been available from VIDEOR in the UK since September.

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