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Introducing the New Arbitrator AS-1 Front View Camera
Crystal Clear Evidence From a Compact Camera
The Arbitrator AS-1 Front Camera packs all the performance of our proven, i-Pro Extreme camera technology into a form factor so small it can mount out of your line of sight behind the rearview mirror. A powerful 1/3″ sensor captures 1080p, high-definition video that renders faces, license plates, and small details accurately—even in harsh lighting conditions and near darkness.
Clear Your Dash
The AS-1 mounts out of sight, behind the rearview mirror, giving officers an unobstructed view of the road.
See More, Especially at Night
Built on our proven, i-Pro Extreme camera platform, the AS-1 captures a wide-angle view and renders details in crisp 1080p. Extreme light sensitivity produces clear, color images down to .03 lux—near-complete darkness.
Reduce Costs
The AS-1 combines a front-facing camera and G-Force sensor in a single device, which cuts installation costs without sacrificing the Arbitrator system’s ability to detect and record collisions. Plus, it is fully compatible with all Arbitrator 360° HD systems.
Newark, NJ-based Panasonic Corporation of North America is a leading technology partner and integrator to businesses, government agencies and consumers across the region. The company is the principal North American subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-based Panasonic Corporation and leverages its strengths in Immersive Entertainment, Sustainable Energy, Integrated Supply Chains and Mobility Solutions to enable its business-to-business customers. Panasonic was highlighted in Forbes Magazine’s Global 2000 ranking as one of the Top Ten Best Regarded Companies for 2017. The ranking is based on outstanding scores for trustworthiness, honesty with the public and superior performance of products and solutions. Learn more about Panasonic’s ideas and innovations at Panasonic.com.
https://info.panasonic.com/Arbitrator-AS-1-Camera.html
Bullet-Resistant Laptop Bag
The new Multi Threat Shield (MTS) bag looks like an average black laptop bag, but not only can it carry gear, it can also save lives. Built into the MTS bag is a lightweight (eight pounds), discreet ballistic shield. A quick flick of the wrist swiftly deploys a three-foot blanket of protection against multiple impacts from most handgun, shotgun, and pistol caliber submachine guns. The MTS is a true multi-threat shield, offering protection from attacks with blunt objects and edged weapons, as well as punches and kicks. It measures 12″ x 17.5″ when closed, and when unfurled, it is 36.5″ x 17.5″ in size.
http://forcetraining.com/products/mts
Ballistic T-Shirt
EnGarde, an ISO 9001–certified body armor manufacturer based in the Netherlands, is excited to announce its T-SHIRT style carrier system, which is capable of providing ballistic protection in maximum concealment for undercover operations. The T-SHIRT carrier may be compatible with all EnGarde’s ballistic panels, but the FLEX-PRO panel is recommended as the most ideal pairing. That soft armor combination weighs just 1.85 kg (4 lbs.), while still providing NIJ Level IIIA threat protection. The knitted Coolmax Fresh fabric of the T-SHIRT not only keeps the armor snug against the torso, it also keeps the wearer cool and dry with advanced moisture wicking capability.
Waterproof Smartphone
Kyocera International Inc. launches the rugged DuraForce PRO 2, a 4G LTE Android smartphone now available through Verizon Wireless. DuraForce PRO 2 is dependable and durable in harsh environments. It features a Verizon-exclusive 5-inch Sapphire Shield Display, which is virtually scratchproof. The rugged smartphone boasts IP68 waterproof and dust proof certification (to 2m/6.5ft deep for up to 30 minutes) and Military Standard 810G for protection against shock, vibration, temperature extremes, blowing rain, low pressure, solar radiation, salt fog, humidity, immersion, temperature shock, and icing/freezing rain. The DuraForce PRO 2’s enhanced security features include a biometric fingerprint sensor built into its power button, Secure Device Encryption with FIPS 140-2, and more.
www.kyoceramobile.com/duraforce-pro-2
Solar-Powered UAV
Aurora introduces Odysseus, a solar-powered autonomous aircraft. Powered only by the sun, Odysseus is an ultra-long endurance, high-altitude platform built for groundbreaking persistence. Utilizing advanced solar cells and built with lightweight materials, Odysseus can effectively fly indefinitely—all powered by clean, renewable energy. Odysseus can persistently and autonomously remain on station, enabling communication and data gathering over a specific location. Designed to carry a large payload, it can carry out a range of missions and operations across communication, connectivity, and intelligence with better resulting data quality from each mission. It can receive payload and hardware options and can be quickly customized, re-tasked, and relocated as missions evolve.
Surveillance Balloon
Israeli-based aerostat company RT LTA Systems Ltd. introduces SkyStar 120. The new micro-tactical aerostat system is designed to provide commanders in the field with real-time reconnaissance capability, even when operating in rough terrain. The SkyStar 120 Ground Control Station is mounted on an ATV (all-terrain vehicle) that can drive through most kinds of terrain, allowing the operating force to keep moving and maneuvering with the aerostat on the ATV alongside them, either filled with helium and ready to be launched or already flying in the air. Compact and robust, the SkyStar 120 is operational under extreme weather conditions and offers surveillance range of up to 1,500 feet.
www.rt.co.il
CAD-Enabled Smartwatches
Samsung Electronics America, Inc., is extending the reach of computer-aided dispatch (CAD) with Samsung Galaxy smartwatches. Through partnerships with the leading public safety solution providers Northrop Grumman, CentralSquare Technologies, Caliber Public Safety, and Tyler Technologies, Samsung now offers a suite of wearable solutions that enable emergency responders to maintain always-on connectivity and communication, as well as location awareness, without requiring a mobile data terminal or mobile phone close by. Outfitted with the custom IP68/MIL-STD Galaxy smartwatches, a broader range of responders—such as those on bicycles and horseback—can receive and respond to emergency dispatches and changing dispatch call status.
Forensics Enclosures
HEMCO Corporation announces EnviroMax enclosures engineered and built to customer’s size requirements to isolate forensics instruments and processes such as evidence sampling, weighing, liquid handling, high-throughput screening, and integrated lab automation equipment. Enclosures can be constructed to provide HEPA-filtered air into the work chamber for a class 100 clean environment, or they can be designed to vent hazardous fumes to the outside. Enclosures can feature clear sides and access from any or all sides. Worksurfaces, cabinets, tables, and a wide selection of accessories can be installed to meet specific user requirements.
Pistol
Big Horn Armory is now offering the 500 Auto Max AR500 in a pistol version. The AR500 pistol lacks nothing the rifle version has except length, making it ideal for SWAT officers, tactical officers, and security professionals. Built using lightweight black anodized aluminum with a 10-inch nitrated barrel, full-length Picatinny rail, and pistol brace, the new AR500 packs a punch, yet the felt recoil is similar to that of a .308. It is capable of feeding and firing any .500 diameter bullet between 200 and 700 grains. The AR500 has an adjustable gas block to allow the user to run sub-sonic loads using a suppressor.
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