The manufacturer of smart wireless security systems, Ajax, is launching new products: MotionCam, a motion detector with a camera for visual alarm verification of alarms; and the updated OS Malevich 2.8 which includes automation scenarios, a home remote control button; and Multi-Rex, that enables protection of large sites.
Alexander Konotopskyi, Ajax Systems CEO says: “For a long time, security system and home automation have been believed to be two different things. We’ve started merging these conceptions on the basis of Ajax to ensure a wide range of automation and protection capabilities in one solution.”
With MotionCam, the product firm seeks to resolve the problem of unverified alarms and security patrol calls by false alarms. Whenever the detector spots an intrusion, it takes several photos so that the owner and a security responder can see whether there is a real intrusion or the alarm has occurred due to an oversight, hyperactive pets, or incorrect installation of the detector.
The makers add that MotionCam detectors do not violate privacy, as they activate the camera only in case of alarm — neither users nor the security company have any backdoors to take a picture by request. Ajax has developed a new Wings radio protocol for this detector. It guarantees transmission of images in less than seconds seconds to a distance of 1700m. As for energy efficiency, the batteries in the detector live up to four years. All data is encrypted when transmitted and stored, and images are not processed or analysed by anyone. MotionCam detectors require Hub 2 control panel.
Alexander Konotopskyi says: “I am proud that Ajax team can make such inventions. Without a doubt, the Wings technology sets the new standards in the security industry. Fast photo transmission at a distance of 1700 metres with phenomenal energy efficiency — it’s magic that was previously unavailable on the market. We’ve managed to boost the informative quality of the system to the next level and preserve the familiar user experience at the same time.”
The updated OS Malevich 2.8 enables system users to automate their routine actions: such as security scheduling, managing home and office appliances, or counteracting any force majeure circumstances.
Examples of scenarios (launching in beta version)
Scheduled night mode — arms the perimeter of the property and protects your family while they sleep.
Automatic doors and roller shutters — the scenario rules out the situations when your employees forget to lower the roller shutters or lock the door.
Flood prevention system — Ajax detectors identify a pipe breakage and dishwasher leaks from the first drops. An activated scenario can automatically shut down running water to prevent flooding.
Power cut off by a fire alarm — fire detectors respond to smoke or temperature increase. Set a scenario to switch off the potential cause of ignition.
Spotlighting the trespassers — the system scares off burglars approaching the house with blinding lights and loud sirens.
Home activity simulation — when away on holiday, you can set up the lighting or audio playback schedules. The home won’t look empty and won’t attract thieves’ attention.
Heating on schedule — the system can schedule the work of your underfloor heating system and turn on your electric boiler automatically at night when electricity runs at reduced rates.
Scenarios
Ajax has expanded the functionality of their wireless panic button. The “Button” now supports two modes: regular Panic Mode and Control Mode that will let users run scenarios. With a single click, they will be able to turn off the lights, switch on/off home appliances, lower the roller blinds or open the gate.
Valentyn Hrytsenko, Ajax CMO says: “Today, we make a big step towards an Ajax-based smart home. The goal of this release is to automate the user’s routines in the app and train the Ajax system to resist the threats autonomously. Our next big focus will be to dive deeper into the climate control and lighting automation. We’ve formed a dedicated R&D team to develop the smart home functionality further. Within the next two years, we’re planning to significantly expand the model range of automation devices.”
And users can now connect up to five ReX range extenders to one Ajax control panel. The coverage area has increased from 12 km2 to 35 km2. With a single system, without any complex restructuring, you can secure an office building, a factory with concrete floors, or a farm or other workplace with many buildings. Each range extender combines the connected detectors into an independent subsystem. If communication with the hub is lost, ReX will take over facility protection.
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