The utilisation of CCTV has dramatically increased in recent years, and its use to protect vehicles when they are parked up in depots is relatively commonplace. However, the application of CCTV and appropriate digital recording within the vehicles themselves is relatively new.

TransVu is a new digital CCTV recorder from AD Network Video has been specifically developed for just these types of public transport applications. It has been built to withstand the most rigorous conditions generated by urban transit vehicles, in order that it is capable of providing the security standards necessary in today's demanding environment.

A typical TransVu installation features eight video camera inputs, two audio channels, a GPS tracking system, SMS and GSM capability, Automatic Power Management and a panic alarm facility. A set-up such as this provides a powerful and flexible solution to the many problems associated with mass public transport.