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A method of storing and accessing surveillance camera video data is provided. Captured video data as well as corresponding metadata is stored, at least temporarily, at the user sites. Additionally, the metadata and at least a portion of the video data is transmitted to a remotely located third party site where it is stored. The user server systems located at the independent user sites are connected to the third party server system via the Internet. Parties having data access rights, i.e., validated users, access the data stored at the third party site using Internet connected secondary computer systems.
1. A method of storing and accessing surveillance camera data, the method comprising the steps of:
capturing video data from at least one surveillance camera located at a first user site;
storing said video data on a first user data storage device located at said first user site, wherein said first user data storage device is coupled to a first user server system located at said first user site;
generating metadata that corresponds to said video data, wherein said metadata generating step is performed by said first user server system;
storing said metadata that corresponds to said video data on said first user data storage device;
transmitting said metadata that corresponds to said video data to a remotely located third party site via an Internet network, wherein said metadata transmitting step is performed automatically by said first user server system based on a predefined set of metadata transmission parameters;
storing said metadata that corresponds to said video data on a third party data storage device located at said remotely located third party site, wherein said third party data storage device is coupled to and controlled by a third party server system located at said remotely located third party site;
transmitting at least a portion of said video data from said first user site to said third party server system via said Internet network, wherein said video data transmitting step is performed automatically by said first user server system based on a predefined set of video data transmission parameters;
storing said portion of said video data on said third party data storage device; and
providing access to said metadata and said portion of said video data stored on said third party data storage device to a validated party accessing said third party server system via a secondary computer system coupled to said third party server system by said Internet network, wherein said secondary computer system is remotely located from said first user server system and from said third party server system, and wherein said validated party is validated by said third party server system.
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inputting surveillance camera operational parameters and video data transmission parameters and video data storage parameters into said third party server system; and
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This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/990,720, filed Nov. 17, 2004, which claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application Ser. No. 60/526,121, filed Dec. 2, 2003, the disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference for any and all purposes.
The present invention relates generally to surveillance systems and, more particularly, to a method and apparatus for remotely storing and analyzing surveillance camera video data.
Due to the increased belief by businesses and individuals alike that a burglar alarm system is a necessity, considerable time and effort has been placed on the development of a variety of different types of security systems. One of the most common types of security systems employ simple trip switches to detect intruders. The switches range from door and window switches to relatively sophisticated motion detectors employing IR, ultrasonic and other means to detect motion in their field of view. These systems typically include a simple means of arming/disarming the system, e.g., a key or keypad, and a horn, bell or similar means that alerts people in the vicinity of the alarm while hopefully frightening the intruder away.
In order to eliminate the dependence on other people reporting to police a ringing alarm, newer security systems use alarm monitoring companies to monitor the status of their alarms and report possible security breaches to the authorities. Typically the on-premises alarm system is coupled to the central monitoring company by phone lines. When the on-premises alarm detects a possible security breach, for example due to the tripping of a door switch or detection by a motion detector, it automatically dials up the monitoring company and reports its status. Depending upon system sophistication, it may also report which alarm switch was activated. A human operator then follows the monitoring company's procedures, for example first calling the owner of the alarm system to determine if the alarm was accidentally tripped. If the operator is unable to verify that the alarm was accidentally tripped, they typically call the local authorities and report the possible breach. Recent versions of this type of security system may also have RF capabilities, thus allowing the system to report status even if the phone lines are inoperable. These security systems also typically employ back-up batteries in case of a power outage.
Properties requiring greater security, such as banks or commercial retail stores in which petty theft is common, often augment or replace traditional security systems with surveillance camera systems. The video images acquired by the surveillance cameras are typically recorded on-site, for example using either magnetic tape recorders (e.g., VCRs) or digital recorders (e.g., DVD and DVR recorders). In addition to recording the output from the surveillance cameras, high end video-based security systems employ security personnel to monitor the camera output 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Lower end video-based security systems typically do not utilize real-time camera monitoring, instead reviewing the recorded camera output after the occurrence of a suspected security breach. As the video data in either of these systems is typically archived on-premises, the data is subject to accidental or intentional damage, for example due to on-site fire, tampering, etc.
Typical prior art video-based security systems capture images without regard to content. Furthermore the video data, once recorded, is simply archived. If the data must be reviewed, for example to try and determine how and when a thief may have entered the premises in question, the recorded video data must be painstakingly reviewed, minute by minute. Often times the clue that went unnoticed initially continues to elude the data reviewers, in part due to the amount of imagery that the reviewer must review to find the item of interest which may last for no more than a minute.
The advent of the Internet and low priced digital surveillance cameras has lead to a new form of video surveillance, typified by the �nanny cam� system. The user of such a system couples one or more digital surveillance cameras to an Internet connected computer and then, when desired, uses a second Internet connected computer to monitor the output from the surveillance cameras. Although such systems offer little protection from common theft as they require continuous monitoring, they have been found to be quite useful for people who wish to periodically visually check on the status of a family member.
Although a variety of video-based security systems have been designed, these systems typically are limited in their data handling capabilities. Accordingly, what is needed in the art is a video-based security system in which captured video images can be remotely analyzed and stored. The present invention provides such a system.
The present invention provides a method of storing and accessing video data from surveillance cameras, the surveillance cameras typically located at multiple, independent user sites. Captured video data as well as corresponding metadata is stored, at least temporarily, at the user sites. Additionally, the metadata and at least a portion of the video data is transmitted to a remotely located third party site where it is stored. The user server systems located at the independent user sites are connected to the third party server system via the Internet. Parties having data access rights, i.e., validated users, access the data stored at the third party site using Internet connected secondary computer systems.
In one aspect of the invention, each user server system includes a firewall that is configured such that it will not accept inbound connections.
In another aspect of the invention, each user server system periodically transmits a query, also referred to herein as a heart beat, to the third party server system. The query serves as a status check, verifying that a specific user server system is operational and on-line. By performing a system self-check prior to transmitting the query, the query can also be used to communicate user system health to the third party server system. The query is also used as a preferred means for a user server system to check for the availability of operating system, application software and configuration updates.
In another aspect of the invention, each user server system requests and downloads updates from the third party server system, the updates including operating system updates, application software updates, and configuration updates.
In another aspect of the invention, prior to transmitting video data to the third party server system, the user server system compresses and/or filters and/or augments and/or prioritizes the video data. User server systems can also vary video data transmission parameters in response to variations in the bandwidth of the server system Internet link.
A further understanding of the nature and advantages of the present invention may be realized by reference to the remaining portions of the specification and the drawings.
Third party site 301 is remotely located from the users, thus eliminating the need for permanent on-site storage by providing each of the users with a safe, off-site video data storage location. Since site 301 is under third party control and is located off-premises, the risk of an accident (e.g., fire) or an intentional act (e.g., tampering by a disgruntled employee) from damaging or destroying the stored data is greatly reduced. Additionally, as site 301 is a dedicated storage/handling site, redundant storage systems can be used as well as more advanced data manipulation systems, all at a fraction of the cost that a single user would incur to achieve the same capabilities.
At each user site, one or more video surveillance cameras are included. In the exemplary embodiment shown in
Third party site 301 includes at least one server computer 311, also referred to as simply a server, and one or more storage devices 313. Server(s) 311 is used to process the video data received via Internet 315 from users 303-305 as described more fully below. Additionally, server(s) 311 controls the user interface to the system as described more fully below. Preferably server(s) 311 also performs the functions of overall system maintenance, individual user system maintenance, camera management, billing/accounting, etc. The required applications can be drafted using Java, C++ or other language and written to work in an operating system environment such as that provided by the Linux, Unix, or Windows operating systems. The applications can use middleware and back-end services such as those provided by data base vendors such as Oracle or Microsoft.
Storage devices 313 can utilize removable or non-removable medium or a combination thereof. Suitable storage devices 313 include, but are not limited to, disks/disk drives, disk drive cluster(s), redundant array of independent drives (RAID), or other means.
Third party site also includes means for downloading applications, updating applications, inputting instructions, reviewing data, reviewing and/or revising user accounts, etc. These means can either be local, for example a keyboard 317 and a monitor 319 directly coupled to server(s) 311 as shown, or these means can be remotely located and securely connected to server(s) 311, for example using a remote computer system (not shown) securely linked to server(s) 311 via Internet 315.
If desired, one or more additional third party sites, not shown, can be coupled to the first third party site 301 via Internet 315. Preferably additional third party sites are geographically located at some distance from the first third party site 301, thus providing system redundancy at a location that is unlikely to be affected by any system disturbance (e.g., power outage, natural disaster, etc.) affecting site 301. The additional third party sites can be used for remotely reviewing/revising applications and data as previously noted, or for providing redundant data storage.
In the preferred embodiment of the invention illustrated in
In the preferred embodiment, the user servers (e.g., servers 321-323) provide control over the video cameras associated with a particular user site. For example, and as described more fully below, the user servers are preferably used to control the operation of the individual cameras (e.g., camera movement, resolution, auto-zoom features, auto-focus features, etc.), video data transmission instructions (e.g., data transmission frequency, data compression characteristics, communication protocols, etc.), camera prioritization, etc. Preferably these and other user site specific instructions are downloaded from third party site 301 to the individual user servers (e.g., user servers 321-323). Additionally, and as illustrated, preferably data input means such as a keyboard are not attached to the user servers, thus further limiting the possibility of non-authorized personnel from tampering with the security systems.
Data Handling
In the embodiment of
Preferably data compression is used to minimize the required storage area on the storage devices (e.g., local storage devices 325-327, third party storage device 313). Additionally, data compression can be used to simplify data transmission between the local user sites (e.g., users 303-305) and third party site 301. Accordingly, a portion of, or all of, the data compression can be performed prior to transmitting the data from a user to the third party site via the Internet. For example, data compression can be performed by the user server (e.g., servers 321-323). A benefit of such an approach is that it allows either more images per second to be uploaded to site 301 over a fixed bandwidth connection or a lower bandwidth connection to be used for a given frame per second rate. Alternately, or in addition to such pre-transmission compression, server 311 can be used to filter and compress the captured video data. In at least one preferred embodiment, server 311 compresses the video data after it has been augmented (e.g., text comments added to specific data frames), manipulated (e.g., combining multiple camera feeds into a single data stream), prioritized (e.g., organized by date, importance, etc.) or otherwise altered. The degree of data compression can vary, for example depending upon the importance attributed to a particular portion of video data or the resolution of the acquired data. Importance can be determined based on camera location, time of day, event (e.g., unusual activity) or other basis. Data compression can utilize any of a variety of techniques, although preferably an industry standardized technique is used (e.g., JPEG, MPEG, etc.).
The data generated by a user system is of one of two types; metadata and video data. Metadata can include, but is not limited to, user account identification, user group or user location (e.g., store �x�), camera identification (e.g., camera �4�), camera location (e.g., �warehouse entrance�), camera grouping (e.g., window cameras, vault cameras, etc.), camera priority, date and time. The date and time information is obtained by the user server from an Internet time authority via NTP (Network Time Protocol), and thus cannot be changed by the user or someone tampering with the user's security system. Video data is comprised of the data acquired by each camera. Note that in addition to recording metadata and video data, third party site 301 can also record the date and time that the data was transferred from the user server to the third party site.
As the video data captured by the user's cameras is transmitted over Internet 315 to third party site 301, the amount of data that can be transferred is dependent upon the available bandwidth of the transmission link. Additionally, in at least one business model the users are charged, at least in part, based on the quantity of data stored at the third party site. Accordingly, in the preferred embodiment a variety of techniques are used to optimize both data transmission and third party data storage. In one such technique, user cameras are divided into �traffic� cameras and �security� cameras. Traffic cameras capture low priority data, for example exterior views of a loading dock. Security cameras capture high priority data, for example the teller cages at a bank. Although the metadata from both the traffic and security cameras is transmitted to the third party site, in one approach only the video data from the security cameras is transmitted to the third party site in accordance with the predefined data transmission rules (e.g., camera priority, data transmission frequency, etc.) while the data acquired by the traffic cameras is maintained in the local user storage device (e.g., devices 325-327). Preferably the local user storage device utilizes a rolling buffer approach to insure that memory is always available. In such a scenario, the captured video data that is maintained within a local storage device (e.g., devices 325-327) is available to the user upon user request, assuming that the requested data is still in local memory. Whether or not the requested data is available, i.e., still in memory, depends on the length of time between the time of data acquisition and the request, the priority assigned to the data/camera, the size of the storage device, and the amount of data that is maintained within the local storage device.
The data acquisition and storage attributes that are preferably user configurable include third party storage time (i.e., how long data is to be maintained within third party storage devices 313) and data transmission/acquisition frequency (i.e., how often data is acquired and transmitted to the storage site). As such parameters are typically camera specific, in the preferred embodiment each camera can be independently configured. Alternately, the settings for individual camera groups (e.g., vault cameras, door cameras, window cameras, etc.) are independently configurable. For example, video data from a high priority camera or group of cameras (e.g., bank vault entrance, cash register, etc.) can be frequently acquired and stored in the third party storage devices for a long period of time while video data from a low priority camera (e.g., hallway, etc.) can be acquired less frequently and maintained in storage for a shorter period of time.
As bandwidth may vary over time as is well known by those of skill in the art, at any given time the bandwidth of the link may be insufficient to transfer the desired amount of data. For example, a user may want all captured video data to be of high resolution and to be stored at the third party site. However, if the transmission bandwidth drops significantly it may only be possible, for example, to transmit a complete set of images with the desired resolution once every thirty minutes, thus leaving large blocks of time unrecorded. In order to overcome such a problem, in at least one embodiment of the invention the system varies one or more transmission variables (e.g., frame rate, compression ratio, image resolution, etc.) in response to bandwidth variations, thereby maximizing the usefulness of the transmitted data. The set of instructions that governs which variables are to be adjusted, the order of adjustment, the limitations placed on adjustment, etc. can either be user configured or third party configured, depending upon the overall system configuration.
As previously noted, in at least one preferred embodiment video data is locally buffered (e.g., within storage devices 325-327) before being transmitted via Internet 315 to third party site 301. Local data buffering allows the system to optimize data transmission, for example delaying data transmission rather than losing data when a link to Internet 315 is lost, or the bandwidth of the link is temporarily decreased. As previously noted, local data buffering also allows some data (e.g., low priority traffic data) to be maintained locally while other data (e.g., high priority data) is forwarded to the third party site. In order to minimize the risk of the data being compromised prior to being transmitted to the third party site, for example by a party breaking into the user site and damaging the user server/user storage device, preferably the data that is to be transmitted to the third party site is only buffered for a short period of time prior to transmission, for example on the order of 10 seconds or less.
Communication Protocols
In a conventional surveillance system, such as that shown in
Since in the preferred configuration individual user systems (e.g., systems 303-305) do not accept inbound connections, the present system provides an alternate means of communicating to an individual user system. Specifically, each user server includes an instruction to periodically send out a query to the third party system. The period can be configured to be on the order of seconds (e.g., every 10 seconds), on the order of minutes (e.g., every 10 minutes), on the order of hours (e.g., every 10 hours), on the order of days (e.g., once a day), etc. This query, also referred to herein as a heart beat, serves several purposes described in further detail below. Additionally, in at least one embodiment, a system user can force a user server to send out a heart beat by attempting to contact the user server in question. In this embodiment, if the user server receives such a communication, it will immediately respond by transmitting a heart beat to the third party site.
The periodic query, or heart beat, of each user system provides a convenient means for insuring that the user system is still functioning correctly. In its most rudimentary form, the user system heart beat verifies that the user system is still on-line and receiving power. Additionally, in a preferred embodiment, each user system is also configured to perform a self-check prior to sending out the heart beat, for example determining the status of each video camera (e.g., on, off, malfunctioning, etc.), the status of the data storage device (e.g., functioning properly, available memory, etc.), the operational status of other monitors (e.g., fire, smoke, CO, etc.) attached to the user's security system, etc. If third party system 301 does not receive a heart beat from a user when scheduled or within a pre-defined time period, or if the heart beat indicates that some aspect of the user's system is not operating properly, the third party system immediately notifies the user, the third party administrator, or both, so that corrective action can be taken. In a preferred embodiment, the notification process is fully automated. For example, the system can be configured to send an email to one or more designated addresses, the email providing the time and date when a scheduled heart beat was absent or when the heart beat noted malfunctioning equipment. Preferably third party system 301 also provides means for insuring that the detected problem is remedied, for example by sending messages until the heart beat returns to normal or sending messages to additional emergency email addresses provided by the user if corrective action has not been completed within a preset time period. Third party system 301 can also be configured to contact third party personnel. With the use of voice synthesizer, system 301 can also be configured to call user and/or third party personnel to report the detected system fault.
When a user system transmits a heart beat to third party system 301, it queries the third party system to determine if the third party system has any messages for it. As previously noted, this approach greatly improves network security by eliminating the need for the user system to accept inbound connections. Potential messages include user initiated requests for specific video data files (e.g., locally maintained video data) to be downloaded to the third party site; the availability of a software update (e.g., an operating system or application update); or new system configuration instructions. After receiving such a message the user server would proceed to transmit the desired data files, download the required update, or download the configuration instructions. In response to the message the user server can also be configured to schedule a future time to download the files/update/instructions.
In order to improve system security, in one embodiment each time a user system calls in to the third party system, i.e., transmits a heart beat, it also transmits a password that verifies that it is a legitimate user server. If the third party system is unable to verify the legitimacy of the user server, for example due to a faulty password, then the third party system preferably terminates contact with the user server. Third party system 301 also performs a series of security steps in accordance with predefined instructions, for example reporting the attempted contact from the non-recognized system to a system administrator or to an appropriate authority. The third party system may also be instructed to accept no further inbound communications from the non-recognized system. In order to reduce the chances of the password being copied, preferably after each time that the third party site verifies the legitimacy of the user server initiating contact via a heart beat, the third party system transmits a new password to the user server for use during the next heart beat. This process of continually verifying and changing passwords provides increased network security.
User Video Data Review
Preferably the user accesses the video data stored at site 301 via Internet 315 using any of a variety of devices. Depending upon the type of requested data and depending upon whether the user is initiating contact (e.g., data review) or is being contacted by the site 301 system (e.g., alarm notification), the user can use any of a variety of different communication means. In
As described in detail below, the system can be configured to allow an end user to access and review captured video data in a variety of ways, for example based on a period of time or on the level/time that activity is detected by a camera. Additionally, and as previously noted, a user is also able to review data that is stored at the local user site rather than at the third party site; an example of such data being low priority, traffic data. When the user requests to review such data, the data in question is flagged by the third party site. Then when the local user system checks in via the previously described heart beat protocol, it receives a message to transmit the data in question to the third party site. Although a variety of techniques can be used to notify the party wishing to review the data when the data has been downloaded and readied for review, in at least one preferred embodiment a flag or other indicator associated with the camera, date and time in question changes color depending upon whether the data has been downloaded to the third party site (e.g., offsite data) or is resident at the local user's site (e.g., onsite data). As a result of this approach, an authorized party is able to retrieve locally stored data without compromising the system's network security or requiring that the user firewall (e.g., firewalls 329-331) ever accept an inbound connection.
Cameras 505 of user 501 are each coupled to a local area network (LAN) 509 which is, in turn, connected to Internet 315. If desired, a local monitoring station 511 can be connected to LAN 509, thus allowing real-time review of video data prior to, or simultaneously with, storage and data processing at site 301. Alternately, a user (e.g., user 502) can utilize cameras 506, each of which is capable of direct connection, wired or wireless, to Internet 315. Alternately, a user (e.g., user 503) can utilize cameras 507 in conjunction with modems 513 to connect to Internet 315.
As in system 300, preferably the user accesses the video data stored at site 301 via Internet 315 using a desktop computer 333, or similar means, wired or wirelessly connected to the Internet. Although not shown in
In this and other embodiments, it will be appreciated that one or more additional third party sites 515 can be coupled to the first third party site 301 via Internet 315, thereby providing redundancy and/or increased data storage capacity. Preferably additional third party sites 515 are geographically located at some distance from the first third party site 301 at a location that is unlikely to be affected by any system disturbance (e.g., power outage, natural disaster, etc.) affecting site 301.
Although the preferred embodiment of the invention utilizes an off-site location under third party control to store, analyze and manipulate video data from multiple users, it should be appreciated that many of the benefits of the present invention can also be incorporated into a video handling system that is located and operated by a single user. For example,
The present invention provides a variety of techniques that can be used to quickly and efficiently review and/or characterize acquired video data regardless of where the video data is stored (e.g., at third party site 301 or a user location). It will be appreciated that some, all, or none of the below-described aids may be used by a particular user, depending upon which system attributes are offered as well as the user's requirements (e.g., level of desired security, number of cameras within the user's system, etc.).
The description of the data review aids provided below assumes that the user has input their basic camera configuration (e.g., number of cameras, camera identifications, camera locations) and system configuration (e.g., communication preferences and protocols) into the system.
Timeline Activity
The timeline activity aid provides a user with an on-line graphical view of one or more of the user's cameras for a user selected date and period of time. Thus, for example, user 303 can query third party system 301 via computer 333 or other means, requesting to view the activity for a selected period of time and for one or more of the user's cameras. In response to such a query, third party system 301 would provide user 303 with the requested data in an easily reviewable graphical presentation. If the user finds an anomaly in the data, or simply decides to review the actual video data from one of the cameras in question, the user can do so by inputting another query into system 301. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the user can input their second query by placing the cursor on the desired point in a particular camera's timeline using either �arrow� keys or a mouse, and then selecting the identified portion by pressing �enter� or by clicking a mouse button. Third party system 301 then transmits the designated video sequence to the user via Internet 315.
The primary benefit of the activity timeline is that it allows a user to quickly review acquired video data without actually viewing the video data itself. This is especially important for those users, for example large companies, that may employ hundreds of surveillance cameras. Security personnel, either viewing camera data real-time or from records, may be so overwhelmed with data that they miss a critical security breach. In contrast, the present invention allows a single person to quickly review hours, days or weeks of data from hundreds of cameras by simply looking for unexpected activity. For example, it would only take security personnel reviewing the data presented in
In an alternate embodiment of this aspect of the invention, the user can request to view the activity timeline only for those cameras recording activity during a user selected period of time. Thus, for example, if the user with the data illustrated in
Video View Set-Up
In another aspect of the invention, the user can individualize the form that video data is to be presented. For example as shown in
In addition to allowing a user to individualize camera image presentation, in the preferred embodiment of the invention the user can select (via �button� 811 or similar means) whether or not they wish to be notified when motion is detected on a particular camera. This aspect of the invention can be used either while viewing camera data real-time or viewing previously recorded video data. Thus, for example, a user can request notification for those cameras in which activity is not expected, or not expected for a particular time of day. Notification can be by any of a variety of means including, but not limited to, audio notification (e.g., bell, pre-recorded or synthesized voice announcements which preferably include camera identification, etc.), video notification (e.g., highlighting the camera image in question, for example by changing the color of a frame surrounding the image, etc.), or some combination thereof.
Geochronshape Rules
In another aspect of the invention, the user is able to set-up a sophisticated set of rules that are applied to the acquired camera images and used for flagging images of interest. The flags can be maintained as part of the recorded and stored video data, thus allowing the user at a later time to review data that was identified, based on the geochronshape rules, to be of potential interest. Alternately, or in addition to flagging the stored data, the flags can also be used as part of a notification system, either as it relates to real-time video data or video data that has been previously recorded.
In the preferred embodiment, the user is able to divide an image into multiple zones (the �geo� portion of the geochronshape rules) and then set the rules which apply to each of the identified zones. The rules which can be set for each zone include time based rules (the �chron� portion of the geochronshape rules) and shape based rules (the �shape� portion of the geochronshape rules).
As previously noted, using this aid the user identifies specific areas or zones within a particular camera's field of view to which specific rules are applied. For example,
When the user inputs zone rules into screen 1000, the user must first select the camera ID to which the rules apply (e.g., pull-down menu 1001) and the total number of zones that are to be applied to that camera (e.g., pull-down menu 1003). For each zone, identified by a pull-down menu 1005, the user selects the number of rules to be applied (e.g., pull-down menu 1007). The user can then select when the rules apply using pull-down menus 1009. For example in the data shown in
It will be appreciated that although the preferred embodiment of the invention includes zone, time and shape rules as described above (i.e., geochronshape rules), a particular embodiment may only include a subset of these rules. For example, the system can be set-up to allow the user to simply select zones from a preset number and location of zones (e.g., split screen, screen quadrants, etc.). Alternately, the system can be set-up to only allow the user to select zone and time, without the ability to select shape. Thus in such a system any motion within a selected zone for the selected time would trigger the system. It is understood that these are only a few examples of the possible system permutations using zone, time and shape rules, and that the inventors clearly envision such variations.
In another aspect of the invention, the user is able to select an auto-zoom feature that operates in conjunction with the geochronshape rules described above. Typically the user selects this feature on the geochronshape rules screen, as illustrated in
When the auto-zoom function is selected, as in
Camera repositioning, required to center the zone of interest in the camera's field of view, can be performed either mechanically or electronically, depending upon a particular user's system capabilities. For example, one user may use cameras that are on motorized mounts that allow the camera to be mechanically repositioned as desired. Once repositioned, this type of camera will typically use an optical zoom to zoom in on the desired image. Alternately, a user may use more sophisticated cameras that can be repositioned electronically, for example by selecting a subset of the camera's detector array pixels, and then using an electronic zoom to enlarge the image of interest.
Preferably after zooming in on the zone which had a triggering event (e.g., motion), the camera will automatically return to its normal field of view rather than staying in a �zoom� mode. The system can either be designed to remain zoomed in on the triggering event until it ceases (e.g., cessation of motion, triggering shape moving out of the field of view, etc.) or for a preset amount of time. The latter approach is typically favored as it both insures that a close-up of the triggering event is captured and that events occurring in other zones of the image are not overlooked. In the screen illustrated in
In another aspect of the invention, the user is able to select an auto-focus feature that operates in conjunction with the geochronshape rules described above. As opposed to a photography/videography auto-focus system in which the lens is automatically adjusted to bring a portion of an image into focus, preferably the auto-focus feature of the current invention alters the resolution of a captured image. Typically the user selects this feature on the geochronshape rules screen, as illustrated in
When the auto-focus function is selected, as in
One of the benefits of the auto-focus feature is that it allows image data to be transmitted and/or stored using less expensive, low bandwidth transmission and storage means most of the time, only increasing the transmission and/or the storage bandwidth when a triggering event occurs.
The auto-flag feature is preferably used whenever the monitored image includes multiple fields of view such as previously illustrated in
Preferably the auto-flag feature is used in conjunction with the geochronshape rules, thus allowing the user to set-up a relatively sophisticated set of rules which trigger the auto-flag feature. The auto-flag feature can also be used with a default set of rules (e.g., motion detection within a field of view).
The auto-flag feature can be implemented in several ways with an audio signal, a video signal, or a combination of the two. For example, an audio signal (e.g., bell, chime, synthesized voice, etc.) can sound whenever one of the geochronshape rules is triggered. If a synthesized voice is used, preferably it announces the camera identification for the camera experiencing the trigger event. A geochronshape trigger can also activate a video trigger. Preferably the video indicator alters the frame surrounding the camera image in question, for example by highlighting the frame, altering the color of the frame, blinking the frame, or some combination thereof. In the preferred embodiment both an audio signal and a video signal are used as flags, thus insuring that the person monitoring the video screens is aware of the trigger and is quickly directed to the camera image in question.
Action Overview
The action overview feature allows the user to simultaneously monitor hundreds of cameras. As illustrated in
Preferably the action overview feature is used in conjunction with the geochronshape rules, thus allowing the user to set-up a relatively sophisticated set of rules which trigger this feature. The action overview feature can also be used with a default set of rules (e.g., motion detection within a camera's field of view).
Regardless of whether the action overview feature is used in conjunction with the geochronshape rules, or a default set of rules, once a triggering event occurs the camera icon associated with the camera experiencing the triggering event changes, thus providing the user with a means of rapidly identifying the camera of interest. The user can then select the identified camera, for example by highlighting the camera and pressing �enter� or placing the cursor on the identified camera and double clicking with the mouse. Once selected, the image being acquired by the triggered camera is immediately presented to the user, thus allowing quick assessment of the problem.
The action overview feature can be implemented in several ways with a video signal, an audio signal, or a combination of the two. For example, the user can select video notification (e.g., button 1407), the color of the icon once triggered (e.g., pull-down menu 1409) and whether or not to have the icon blink upon the occurrence of a triggering event (e.g., button 1411). The user can also select audio notification (e.g., button 1413), the type of audio sound (e.g., pull-down menu 1415), and the volume of the audio signal (e.g., pull-down menu 1417). Preferably the user can also select to have a synthesized voice announce the location of the camera experiencing the triggering event. In the preferred embodiment both an audio signal and a video signal are used, thus insuring that the person monitoring the camera status screen is aware of the triggering event and is quickly directed to the camera image in question.
Action Log
The action log feature generates a textual message upon the occurrence of a triggering event, the triggering event either based on the previously described geochronshape rules or on a default set of rules (e.g., motion detection). This feature is preferably selected on one of the user set-up screens. For example, screen 1400 of
Once activated, the action log feature creates a text message for each triggering event, the messages being combined into a log that the user can quickly review.
In another aspect of the invention, a notification system is integrated into the third party site. There are a variety of ways in which the notification system can be implemented, depending upon both the capabilities of the third party site and the needs of the user. Depending upon implementation, the notification system allows the user, or someone designated by the user, to be notified upon the occurrence of a potential security breach (e.g., violation of a geochronshape rule) or other triggering event (e.g., loss of system and/or subsystem functionality such as a camera going off-line and no longer transmitting data). As described in further detail below, notification can occur using any of a variety of means (e.g., email, telephone, fax, etc.).
A number of benefits can be realized using the notification system of the invention. First, it allows a user to minimize personnel tasked with actively monitoring video imagery captured by the user's cameras since the notification system provides for immediate notification when a triggering event occurs. As a result, in at least one application security personnel can be tasked with other jobs (e.g., actively patrolling the area, etc.) while still being able to remotely monitor the camera system. Second, the system typically results in quicker responses to security breaches as the system can be set-up to automatically notify personnel who are located throughout the premises, thus eliminating the need for personnel monitoring the video cameras to first notice the security breach, decide to act on the breach, and then notify the roving personnel. Third, the system can be set-up to automatically send the user text descriptions of the triggering event (e.g., door opened on NE entrance, gun identified near vault, etc.) and/or video data (e.g., stills, video clip from the camera), thus allowing the user (e.g., security personnel) to handle the situation more intelligently (e.g., recognize the possible intruder, recognize the likelihood of the intruder being armed, etc.). Fourth, the system minimizes mistakes, such as mistakenly notifying the police department in response to a triggering event, by allowing for the immediate notification of high level personnel (e.g., head of security, operations manager, etc.) and/or multiple parties, thus insuring rapid and thorough review of the triggering event. Fifth, the system insures that key personnel are immediately notified of triggering events.
As shown in
One or more servers 1609 and one or more storage devices 1611 are located at third party site 1601. In addition to communication and/or processing and/or analyzing video data as previously noted, servers 1609 are also used for system configuration and to transmit notification messages to the end users, locations/personnel designated by the end users, or both. The users, preferably using an input screen such as that illustrated in
As previously noted, third party site 1601 is coupled to Internet 315, thus allowing access by an Internet coupled computers (e.g., desktop computer 1613), personal digital assistants (e.g., PDA 1615), or other wired/wireless devices capable of communication via Internet 315. Preferably third party site 1601 is also coupled to one or more telephone communication lines. For example, third party site 1601 can be coupled to a wireless communication system 1617, thus allowing communication to any of a variety of wireless devices (e.g., cell phone 1619). Third party site 1601 can also be coupled to a wired network 1621, thus allowing access to any of a variety of wired devices (e.g., telephone 1623).
Notification can either occur when the user/designee requests status information (i.e., reactive system), or in response to a system rule (i.e., proactive system). In the proactive approach the system can be responding to a user rule or a system default rule. Regardless of whether the notification message is a reactive message or a proactive message, preferably the message follows a set of user defined notification rules such as those illustrated in
Textual Notification
In a preferred embodiment, the third party site of the invention notifies users or other user designees with a text message. Depending upon the system configuration and the requirements of the user, such text messaging can range from a simple alert message (e.g., �system breach�) to a message that provides the user/designee with detailed information regarding the triggering event (e.g., date, time, camera identification, camera location, triggered geochronshape rule, etc.). The text message can be sent via email, fax, etc. In one aspect of the invention, rather than actively sending the text message, the message is simply posted at an address associated with, or accessible by, the particular user/user designee, thus requiring that the user/designee actively look for such messages. This approach is typically used when the user/designee employs one or more personnel to continually review video imagery as the data is acquired.
Audio Notification
In a preferred embodiment, the third party site of the invention notifies users or other user designees with an audio message. Depending upon the system configuration and the requirements of the user, such audio messaging can range from a simple alert message (e.g., �the perimeter has been breached�) to a message that provides the user/designee with detailed information regarding the triggering event (e.g., �on Oct. 12, 2003 at 1:32 am motion was detected in the stairway outside of the loading dock�). The audio message can either be sent by phone automatically when the event in question triggers the geochronshape rule, default rule, etc., or the audio message can be sent in response to a user/designee status request. Although the system can use pre-recorded messages, preferably the system uses a voice synthesizer to generate each message in response to the triggering event.
Video Notification
In a preferred embodiment, the third party site of the invention notifies users or other user designees with a video message, preferably accompanying either an audio message or a text message. Typically the video aspect of the message includes a portion of the video imagery captured by the triggered camera, for example video images of the intruder who triggered an alarm. The video imagery may also include additional information presented in a visual format (e.g., location of the triggered camera on a map of the user's property). The video message can either be sent automatically when the event in question triggers the geochronshape rule, default rule, etc., or the video message can be sent in response to a user/designee status request, or the video message can simply be accessible to the user/designee at a web site (e.g., third party hosted web site to which each user/designee has access). The video data sent in the video notification can either be live camera data, camera data that has been processed, or some combination thereof.
As previously described in the specification, the preferred embodiment of the present invention includes video processing capabilities. For example, the system can be set-up to review acquired video images looking for specific shapes (e.g., a person, a gun-shaped object, etc.). This data review process can also be configured to be dependent upon the day of the week, the time of the day, or the location of the object within a video image. Accordingly such capabilities allow the notification system to react more intelligently than a simple breach/no breach alarm system. Thus the system is able to notify the user/designee of the type of security violation, the exact location of the violation, the exact time and date of the violation as well as provide imagery of the violation in progress. This processing system, as previously disclosed, can also enhance the image, for example by zooming in on the target, increasing the resolution of the image, etc. Such intelligent analysis capabilities decreases the likelihood of nuisance alarms.
Fully Automated Surveillance and Notification System
As described above, the present invention provides the user with the ability to set-up a variety of rules that not only control the acquisition of camera data, but also what events and/or objects violate the user defined rules. Additionally, the system can be set-up to automatically notify the user by any of a variety of means whenever the rules are violated. Therefore in a preferred embodiment of the invention, the data acquired by the user's cameras are automatically reviewed (i.e., no human review of the acquired data) and then, when the system determines that a violation of the user defined rules has occurred, the system automatically notifies (i.e., no human involvement) the user/designee according to the user-defined notification rules. The automated aspects of the invention can either reside locally, i.e., at the user's site, or remotely, i.e., at a third party site.
The benefits of a fully automated system, in other words a system that does not require human involvement during day to day operations, are numerous. First, after the initial set-up expense, the typical operational cost is much less than that of a system requiring personnel to monitor a bank of cameras and report possible security violations. Second, the automated system is a more reliable system as it is not prone to human error (e.g., falling asleep on the job or watching one camera monitor while a violation is occurring in the field of view of another camera). Third, there is no notification delay in an automated system as there often is in a non-automated system in which there may be both data review and data reporting errors/delays. Fourth, a fully automated system, or at least a system using a fully automated notification process, can easily and reliably send notification messages to different people, depending upon which camera is monitoring the questionable activity. Thus the person with the most knowledge about a particular area (e.g., loading dock foreman, office manager, VP of operations, etc.) receives the initial notification message or alarm and can decide whether or not to escalate the matter, potentially taking the matter to the authorities. This, in turn, reduces the reporting of false alarms.
In another embodiment, the automated surveillance system of the invention includes the ability to automatically interrogate a potential intruder. Although the software application for this embodiment is preferably located at the remotely located third party site, e.g., site 301 of
In operation once a potential intruder is detected, preferably using image recognition software and a set of rules such as the geochronshape rules described above, the system notifies the potential intruder that they are under observation and requests that they submit to questioning in order to determine if they are a trespasser or not. If the identified party refuses or simply leaves the premises, the automated system would immediately contact the party or parties listed in the notification instructions (e.g., authorities, property owner, etc.). If the identified party agrees to questioning, the system would ask the party a series of questions until the party's identity is determined and then take appropriate action based on the party's identity and previously input instructions (e.g., notify one or more people, disregard the intruder, etc.).
Preferably the questions are a combination of previously stored questions and questions generated by the system. For example, the system may first ask the intruder their identity. If the response is the name of a family member or an employee, the system could then ask appropriate questions, for example verifying the person's identity and/or determining why the person is on the premises at that time or at that particular location. For example, the intruder may be authorized to be in a different portion of the site, but not in the current location. Alternately, it may be after hours and thus at a time when the system expects the premises to be vacated. In verifying the intruder's identity, the system can use previously stored personnel records to ask as many questions as required (e.g., family members, address information, social security number, dates of employment, etc.).
Supplementation of Roving Security with Surveillance and Interrogation System
Operators of some premises, for example industrial sites, often require the use of roving security personnel, regardless of the level of surveillance afforded by cameras, alarm systems, etc. Typically such a system is implemented by providing each roving security person with a key that they use at a series of key boxes, the key boxes registering the time when the security person inserted their key in the key box, and thus passed by that particular key box location. One problem associated with such key box procedures is that the system does not realize if the security guard has been replaced (e.g., security guard sends a replacement, intruder replaces the guard, etc.).
The present system can be used to supplement a system that uses roving security personnel by replacing the key/key box combination with the video acquisition and analysis capabilities of the invention. In particular, the system can be set-up using the geochronshape rules to monitor a certain camera's field of view or field of view zone at specific times on particular days (e.g., 11 pm, 2 am, and 5 am everyday) for a particular image (e.g., a particular security guard). If the previously identified guard was not observed at the given times/days, or within a predetermined window of time, the notification feature could be used to notify previously identified parties (e.g., head of security, police, etc.).
In addition to insuring that the correct person is making the security rounds at the predetermined times, the system could also be set-up to ask one or more questions of the roving guard using interrogation systems such as those described above. The purpose of the questions could be to ascertain whether or not the guard was there of their own volition or under force by an intruder (e.g., using code words), to determine the conditions of the guard (e.g., sober, drunk) using response times, speech analysis, etc., or for other purposes. Given the ease by which the system can be updated, the identity of replacement guards could be easily and quickly input into the system. Furthermore using the interrogation techniques described above, even if the replacement guard had not been properly input into the system, the system could still automatically validate the replacement, for example by determining that the replacement was on an approved list of replacements and their identity was confirmed.
The use of infrared (IR) sensors, either as a supplement to the video cameras or as a replacement, could also be used to verify identity using IR signatures. Additionally IR emitters, for example with special emission frequencies or patterns, could be used for identity verification.
As will be understood by those familiar with the art, the present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics thereof. Accordingly, the disclosures and descriptions herein are intended to be illustrative, but not limiting, of the scope of the invention which is set forth in the following claims.
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101 Winnipeg days Blog of the Week: The Art of Getting By in Winnipeg
My summer quest: See Winnipeg as a tourist
It's no secret that Winnipeg residents like to harp on the city. We even wrote a song about it. We love to hate our city.
In my opinion, we simply don't appreciate what we have. Leave the city for a few weeks, months or even years and you'll see what I mean. I personally LOVE this city (now). This certainly wasn't always the case. Growing up in Transcona, I always proclaimed my hatred for the city, (being 16, you always have to hate something), and I was going to move somewhere "sooo cool" when I graduated. Well guess what, 16-year-old Melissa? To leave, you need something important: money.
Fast-forward two years and I didn't have a money tree in my backyard, so now 18-year-old me had to choose a school here (the horror). So that meant I was trapped. Stuck pursuing my post-secondary education in this horribly "boring" town, I was ultimately doomed. The five years I spent at the University of Winnipeg would prove myself incredibly wrong.
Since my first semester over five years ago, I find myself constantly discovering new people, places and things to do. Winnipeg is booming, and recent developments across the city, such as the new Bomber stadium, IKEA, residential developments in the downtown and Exchange district and the return of the Jets are proof that Winnipeg is going to look very different in the next five years. Having recently graduated, I look forward to starting my career in this city and hopefully contributing to its future growth.
Long story short, I have made the decision to dedicate my blog this summer to documenting my explorations across the city to prove that there's more to Winnipeg than the awful weather, constant road construction, mosquitoes and HORRIBLE drivers. (I'll admit that those examples really don't make a great case for where I'm going here... )
I'm going to try and see this beautiful city as though I were a tourist; through new eyes, if you will. How will I accomplish that? Great question. Tourism Winnipeg put out a list of 101 things to do in Winnipeg in the spring/summer. Since I'm (no joke) so broke, I will naturally attempt to do all the free stuff first. Here are a couple of my recent forays.
Number 27: Watch a Goldeyes game
Does it count if I was there selling 50/50 tickets? I decide it still does. And who is going to argue with me?
To preface, I dislike baseball. There's just something about it that bores me to tears. The only redeeming quality I've ever found about the sport is the tight little pants... ahem. Moving on. Despite my dislike for the sport, there is nothing that beats the atmosphere of a Goldeyes game on a breezy July/August evening. It feels so home-y. The sense of community inside the park is astounding, and even just selling 50/50 tickets, the amount of smiles I witnessed (even when the Fish were throwing away their lead) was heartwarming.
Truth be told, I have been to my fair share of games over the years with my family. My dad loves going to Goldeyes games. I'll never forget daddy-daughter dates where he would take me without my sister and we would eat junk food and try and catch free stuff.
Once I started to get older, the only way my parents could convince me to go to a game was with food. The world's best incentive. How can you ever say no to a giant pretzel and bag of mini-donuts?
Now, I don't mind going to the Goldeyes games. I still hate baseball, but people-watching is a sport all on its own.
Number 83: Antiquing
This one was super fun. (I think I've said that about them all, but I don't care; they really have been super fun so far!) Instead of heading to the Exchange District, though, I went to The Old House Revival Company, which is right behind my office. They have four levels of some seriously cool (and old) stuff. I went with my dad a few weeks ago and we were there for a good one to two hours, but just went back recently so I could get some pictures to post and I spent a solid hour in there, again.
Seriously, I can't express how much of a grandma I can be sometimes, but this must take the cake. I think I was born in the wrong decade. They have everything you can possibly imagine: chandeliers, typewriters, books, dishware, clothes, lamps, furniture of all kinds, and the list could go on forever. I also love that they have a variety of doorknobs, hinges, locks and a number of other vintage parts. They are perfect for giving your cottage/cabin that old-time feel, or even your home.
My absolute, ultimate favorite part of this store is the books. OH, THE BOOKS. The bibliophile in me almost stroked out when I found a 1910s printing of Treasure Island.
You can find The Old house Revival Company at 324 Young St.
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need birthday gift ideas quick!
My sisters and I are getting together with Mom today for lunch. (and then going to QVC employee store - YAY!)
Her birthday is Saturday, so we are getting a cake and we all were supposed to be getting a small gift.
I forgot....and now I have exactly 4 hours.
She will be 78. She is still pretty active, diabetic,and really doesnt need anything.
Her and Dad, along with another couple are heading to Branson for 2 weeks soon. (driving)
My shopping options are very limited between now and 12:30....CVS, grocery store, convenience store and car parts store !
any ideas???
Gas card?
A travel survival basket? Drinks, fruit, granola bars that diabetics can have. Scatter some pretty foil wrapped candies through out. Cute napkins. Hand sanitizer. Hand lotion. Pretty smelling body mists for cooling down. Travel size toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash. Mints. Gum. Crossword puzzle book.
Oh you could put all sorts of cute little travel size things in it.
Good luck. If you can, let us know what you decide to get.
I like the travel basket idea. Just look around the auto area at CVS, bet you'll see something that would come in handy for the trip.
Have they been to Branson before? Fun place.. I've been there a bunch of times! Tell them to go to the College of The Ozarks for a day... it's free with lovely grounds and lots of interesting things to see. There's a big museum there too which has a minimal fee but it is very nice, they'd enjoy it! We took my parents there a couple years ago and it was their favorite part of the trip.
I think the travel basket would be perfect. Nice, thoughtful things that she really can use, and all of them will USE UP. My house is full of "things" that I hate to get rid of because they were gifts from people I care about, but these days I don't need any more "things". I remember my mother saying the same thing when she got older.
Dollar Tree is filled with great stuff to give to a person who has everything.
I bought a number of items there for my friend, who just turned 85 and she loved everything.
Just takes time walking around and looking but before you know it you have got a great one buck gifts.
Can you get in touch with a nice restaurant in Branson and make reservations for a nice meal and tell them that you will pay for it? That would be nice along with the travel package.
Although some people are fans of gift cards, I am not. Frankly I don't think they show much imagination and maybe I don't shop at that store. It puts more of a burden on me when I get a gift card to a specific store, As I have to keep track of the card, have to find something there I like, and just remember that I have it to use. I am not suggesting that it's not generous and that it's not a good gift for some people. I just choose not to use them and don't really like getting them. Of course, I am appreciative of any gift that anyone get me and I am grateful for their gift, but gift cards just don't do it for me. To me, it just seems as though the giver didn't care to put any more thought into it and took an easy way out. Call me crazy.
Put a little more thought into it for some creativity, and I would expect that would be much more appreciated. Can you set it up with your father ahead of time, so that you have some idea of your plans in Branson and when they would be available for an extra special dinner at an extra special restaurant?
Of course, by the time you read this, it will be too late. I was hoping that you could at least tell her that you would be giving her that special dinner and then make specific arrangements later. Sorry that I am reading this too late.
Well, I got her a bunch of travel size things to use in the car. Hand lotion, nail file, clipper, nail,polisher, lip balm, and some single serve cashew packs.
Suzieque, I love your idea....I might get together with my other sisters and pay for a night out on their vacation. What a great surprise that would be.
One time they went to London for an anniversary and I had flowers delivered to their room before they got there....that was fun.
I think what is so great is sending those baskets and they put it in their room with lots of goodies while there and they will use there and enjoy.
When I went to Hawaii, there was a beautiful basket in the room with tons of lovely fruit that you eat there and all sorts of other goodies, enjoyed those immensely.
Is there any shows you know they would like to see and go too, could chip in for tickets.
Yes, chipping in for a night is wonderful.
I don't see anything wrong with gas cards due to you can't plan that ahead and pay for and with price of gas that is wonderful gift to give.


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From Hell, which stars Johnny Depp, took in an estimated $11.3 million. Riding in Cars With Boys, which stars Drew Barrymore, took in about $10.8 million. The Last Castle was a clear disappointment with just $7.1 million. Training Day, which had held the top spot during the previous two weekends, slipped to third place with $9.5 million, while Bandits, which opened in second place last week, dropped to fourth with about $8.4 million.
Still, the performance of From Hell was particularly striking given the judgment by numerous critics and analysts that the country was in no mood for fictional violence and blood after last month's real-life variety. "People know the difference between fantasy and reality," Exhibitor Relations chief Paul Dergarabedian told Bloomberg News. "They just want to be entertained."
Ticket sales for the top 12 films totaled $74.5 million, up 3.7 percent from last year -- all of the rise attributable to higher ticket prices.


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Article first published online: 17 APR 2014
© 2014 Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Volume 121, Issue 6, pages 653–657, May 2014
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Kent, A. and Kirtley, S. (2014), Insights from outside BJOG. BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 121: 653–657. doi: 10.1111/1471-0528.12825
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