OPTEX Perimeter security

Optex LiDAR security sensor
Optex LiDAR security sensor

The award-winning REDSCAN Pro range uses LiDAR technology to create a high-resolution virtual laser wall or plane up to 100m long, delivering ideal intrusion protection for many high-security sites, from utilities such as water treatment, telecommunications, transportation hubs, substations, manufacturing, and logistics to campus-style commercial sites. With onboard sensing analytics, REDSCAN Pro can analyse the size, speed and distance of moving objects, providing point detection by tracking the X & Y coordinates of the objects. A further advantage of LiDAR technology is that the detection performance is stable at any time without being affected by light, weather changes or temperature. The sensor can operate from -20 to +60 degrees, and when using a heated lens can extend its operating temperature to -40 degree. Long range and multizone logic detection The new REDSCAN Pro Series sensors can cover large areas with a high degree of accuracy which remains constant over the entire detection area. The RLS-3060V model provides 30x60m coverage, and the RLS-50100V a 50x100m detection area. The rectangular detection pattern (instead of fan-shaped) allows seamless protection from corner to corner, ideal for facades, flat roofs of commercial buildings and perimeter structures of large installations. A key feature of the new LiDAR series is the multizone logic which provides a great level of customisation and flexibility. With just one sensor, customers can create up to eight different detection zones with configurable sensitivity, target size and output, so for instance an immediate alert can be set for restricted areas and a lower sensitivity for lower risk areas. Versatile installation REDSCAN Pro sensors can be installed in different ways to adapt to the area or the application required; they can be mounted indoor or outdoor, in a vertical, tilted or horizontal mode. To make the mounting options easy,  the sensor  has a built-in 95 degree adjustment bracket within its housing, so there is no need for accessories. Assistance camera for easy set up and event reviews To ease the process of set up and configuration, the REDSCAN Pro series features an integrated panoramic assistance camera, that allows the detection area to be visualised to quickly make any optical alignments. Additionally, the camera module can be used to take pre- and post-alarm images for later verification and if necessary, to assist in re-adjusting the detection area. Up to 500 events can be stored onboard. The benefits of ONVIF compliance Through the ONVIF protocol (Profile S), REDSCAN Pro allows alarm outputs and the video stream from the assistance camera to be sent to any ONVIF-compliant network video system or IP network devices. At the same time REDSCAN Pro maintains the REDWALL event codes (REC Codes) so those sites which already have RLS units can easily be updated. Network Security Online security is a major concern for the industry, which is why REDSCAN Pro is a PoE+ sensor that complies with HTTPS, SNMPv3, IEEE802.1X protocols. To ensure the device is secure, installers can also set up encryption and high-level authentication to protect against unauthorised access to the device. The sensor performs a constant health check and is equipped with all the features to provide the highest levels of security. The REDSCAN Pro series includes two models: RLS-3060V: with a detection range of 30 x 60 m RLS 50100V with a detection range of 50 x 100 m

OPTEX Smart Line: a complete series of smart active infrared Quad beam sensors for perimeter security
OPTEX Smart Line: a complete series of smart active infrared Quad beam sensors for perimeter security

OPTEX Europe has completed its Smart Line range of wireless Quad active beams by adding nine hardwired models to cover 60, 100 and 200m detection areas. Installers have the choice between three core models: The basic SL-QN ideal for straightforward applications featuring:• Quad Beam • Magnifying lens for optical alignment The standard SL-QDP featuring additionally:• Four selectable channel frequency • Dual modulation • LED and sound alignment indicators (receiver only) And the high spec SL-QDM providing additionally:• LED and sound alignment indicators (transmitter and receiver)• Dynamic data communication between receiver and transmitter for optimal alignment and performance. By developing this new Smart Line range OPTEX wanted to offer not only the best active infrared technology, but also to solve what it considers the most critical issue in implementing active infrared technology; the alignment between the beams. If the infrared transmitter and receiver are not communicating correctly with each other, false alarms can be triggered or genuine alarms can be missed. A number of clever tools, and features have been specifically developed to make the alignment as easy and as successful as possible: the vivid colour of the beam, the sniper view finder, the sound and LED signal gauge and the dynamic two way communication between transmitter and receiver. All these features help decrease drastically the installation time, especially for applications where the beams are 100 and 200m apart: The new Smart Line hardwired beams have been very well received by the market with the SL-QDP and SL-QDM models especially popular. For more information, visit: http://www.optex-europe.com/smart-line-beams.

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