DirectShow Approach to Low-Cost Multimedia Security Surveillance System (open access)

DirectShow Approach to Low-Cost Multimedia Security Surveillance System

In response to the recent intensive needs for civilian security surveillance, both full and compact versions of a Multimedia Security Surveillance (MSS) system have been built up. The new Microsoft DirectShow technology was applied in implementing the multimedia stream-processing module. Through Microsoft Windows Driver Model interface, the chosen IEEE1394 enabled Fire-i cameras as external sensors are integrated with PC based continuous storage unit. The MSS application also allows multimedia broadcasting and remote controls. Cost analysis is included.
Date: December 2002
Creator: Xiao, Wu
System: The UNT Digital Library