IRVINE, CA, November 29, 2004 -- Targeting security-sensitive government, educational and military facilities, Toshiba offers its new IK-WB02A, one of the first network video cameras to feature 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE).

With PoE, the IK-WB02A requires only a single cable to deliver both surveillance communications and electrical power, resulting in a reduction in installation costs of up to 50% because it eliminates the need for additional electrical wiring or power outlets, while improving placement flexibility for the cameras in public areas.

“Besides cost efficiencies and mounting ease, one of the great things about PoE is that it assures continuous surveillance in the event of a power outage by delivering battery backed up uninterrupted power via the local area network,” notes Joe Cook, Product Manager, Toshiba Security & Network Video. “Plus, in an crisis situation, the camera network can be remotely accessed by police, secret service, the armed forces, or firefighters to pinpoint an emergency using only an Internet-ready PC, cell phone or PDA.”

Other key features include an ultra-clean 50dB signal-to-noise ratio for optimum performance with DVRs; 480TV line resolution; 1/3-inch CCD imaging sensor; low light performance down to 0.2 lux@F1.0 with day/night imaging; and a wide dynamic range of 2,500K to 10,000K.

The IK-WB02A’s two-way audio feature brings increased performance to any video surveillance system, enabling security professionals to see, hear and communicate with a remote location through an Internet browser window.

In contrast to analog-based systems, which require video to be recorded onto tape, the IK-WB02A allows video to be recorded onto a hard drive, making archiving and searching easier and more efficient. The camera’s embedded web server is designed to connect directly to a 10/100base-TX (RJ-45) local area network to provide remote streamed JPEG video at frame rates up to 30 FPS and resolutions of 640x480, 320x240 or 160x120. It can be remotely controlled using an authorized PC or Internet-ready handheld device.

Compact and lightweight, the IK-WB02A works with standard industrial mountings, enclosures and C-mount lenses. Lens and power supplies are sold separately. It is planned to be available in September through authorized Toshiba dealers at a MSRP of $599.

For more information and the name of a local Toshiba Security & Network Video distributor, call 1-877-696-3822. Or visit www.cctv.toshiba.com..

ABOUT TOSHIBA AMERICA INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC.
With headquarters in Irvine, California, Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. (TAIS) is comprised of multiple divisions that provide computer, communications and imaging products and services. Products include industry leading portable computers, PDAs, mobile computing accessories, servers, including communications and portable servers, storage subsystems, cable modems, digital business telephone systems, voice mail, security systems and projectors. TAIS provides sales, marketing, services and manufacturing for its wide range of information products in the United States and Latin America. TAIS is an independent operating company owned by Toshiba America Inc., a subsidiary of Toshiba Corp., which is a world leader in high-technology and integrated manufacturing of electrical and electronic components, products and systems. Toshiba has global sales of more than $40 billion and more than 300 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide.

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