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dome camera with a 32x zoom,
automatically removable IR cut
filters and two IR illuminators to
ensure coverage of the entire area
in front of the stage, as well as a
16channel digital video recorder
with a memory capacity totalling
four terabytes had all been added
to the order list.
Installation
"We worked around the clock and
finished up half an hour before
the official opening", as Dzekulic
explains. Each camera was con
nected to the existing fibreglass
network with one converter each.
"This allowed us to bridge up to
600 m from the receiver to the
camera", Dzekulic recalls. The
network cable also provided a
central 12volt power input, so
that all cameras were able to be
connected without requiring an
additional source of power.
Functioning smoothly
Now that a year has passed since
the video surveillance system was
completed, all those involved have
come to a positive conclusion. The
system is running without faults
and has already yielded several
terabytes of video material which
allowed the staff and the police to
solve misdemeanours. n
recommended by the Neu Isen
burgbased company "Regionale
Sicherheit". It has been relying on
video surveillance products made
by ABUS for years, and provides
comprehensive customer advice:
"All consultations and plans must
address the exact requirements of
the customer", accentuates Goran
Dzekulic, managing director and
proprietor of Regionale Sicherheit.
"Correspondingly, we presented
one concept using network cameras
and one using analogue cameras to
Gibson, along with detailed expla
nations about the advantages of the
respective solutions", says Dzekulic.
Although the existing fibreglass
and copper network making use
of network cameras seemed to
be the more obvious solution,
after consulting with Dzekulic,
the owners of Gibson decided
for the individual solution using
analogue cameras and a digital
video recorder. "Given the difficult
lighting conditions at Gibson,
analogue cameras will guarantee
good images. The pointtopoint
connection ensures the most
failurefree operation possible",
according to Dzekulic. Once
finalised, 15 fixed, vandalproof
day/night dome cameras for instal
lation in all inside and outside
areas, a highperformance PTZ
from the start: typical incidents in
nightlife, such as violence and theft,
were to either be prevented directly
by comprehensive realtime video
surveillance or at least be able to be
solved subsequently using the re
corded data. The new video surveil
lance system was also to allow the
security staff to access the images
from the camera using tablets and
smartphones in real time in order
to maintain an overview from every
corner of the building.
The challenge of
difficult lighting conditions
A major hurdle when planning the
video surveillance in Gibson were
the highly variable lighting condi
tions within the club. Although
a stateoftheart fibreglass and
copper network for transmitting
digital multimedia signals had
been installed, ultimately the deci
sion was made for an individual
solution: the use of 16 vandal
proof analogue cameras with 650
TVL and nightview function,
which transmit their signals to a
16channel digital video recorder
using analoguedigital converters.
Individually
customised concept
This unconventional approach was
In April 2012, Gibson opened its
doors for the first time. A walk
down several stairs and past un
rendered walls with their concrete
and exposed brick vibe allows the
guests to arrive in the heart of
the action. Three bars, the dance
floor and a lounge area are spread
over a surface area of 1,570 square
metres. The centrepiece is formed
by the 50square metre stage for
the concert programme and DJ
events, which change daily.
More eyes
Very early on the club operators
realised that crowds make security
essential, and therefore included a
video surveillance system in their
planning right from the start of
construction. "For events of this
magnitude, an efficient and effec
tive security concept is absolutely
essential." Bastian Bernhagen,
coowner and floor manager
at the Gibson explains. "Video
surveillance and the vigilance of
our security officers are the best
combination to ensure the security
of our guests, our staff and our
property", ascertained the hospi
tality industry professional.
The demands required for the
future video surveillance system
at the Gibson were therefore clear
Real-time video surveillance in
hot Frankfurt "Gibson" live music club
The largest live music club in europe, Gibson, is locat-
ed right in Frankfurt's high street, the Zeil, and is one
of the biggest draws in Frankfurt nightlife. The club
hosts exceptional live music events which captivate
up to 900 guests every night. With the aid of a video
surveillance system made by ABUS, the security staff
at the club can always keep an eye on everything
happening. This allows any incidents which could
spoil the party to be spotted and resolved quickly.
"Video surveillance and the vigilance of our security officers are the best combination to ensure the security of our guests, our staff and our property", says Bastian Bernhagen,
co-owner and floor manager at the Gibson.
Very early on the club operators realised that crowds make security essential, and
therefore included a video surveillance system in their planning right from the start
of construction.
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