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about our sensing & data collection technology:
At SenSource we believe that our customers should have
options to choose from. We know that one sensor is not
ideal for every application so we give you choices that
make sense. Prior to making a recommendation we will
help you determine which solution is best for your needs
based on variables such as entry size, and configuration,
traffic load, budget and aesthetics. Feel free to contact
us at any time for a friendly and free consultation.
Our friendly staff will gladly answer any questions
and even recommend a product from another company in
the remote chance that we don't carry what you need.
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Sensing
Technology:
SenSource has developed a complete line
of sensors to be used with people counting systems.
We offer a variety of sensors to meet the diverse needs
of organizations including retail, libraries, malls,
casinos, museums, amuzement parks and more. Please
review the information below to familiarize yourself
with the technologies available. |
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Directional
Thermal Imaging Cameras – These sensors
are mounted overhead and will maintain separate counts
for multiple people in two directions simultaneously
(in and out). They are best suited for entrances where
multiple people are likely to enter and/or exit simultaneously
when accuracy is important or where side mounting is
not an option. Our thermal imaging sensors are the most
advance people counters available. They are not easily
fooled since they respond to heat off the human body
and can sense from distances of 8ft – 42ft. They
are not affected by changes in ambient light nor can
they be blocked by a person or thing standing in the
sensing area. |
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Directional Photoelectric Sensors
– These sensors are mounted on the side of an entry
and will maintain separate counts for traffic in two directions
(in and out). They are best suited for entrances where
people are not likely to enter and/or exit simultaneously
when accuracy is important. They use narrow infrared,
dual-beam technology to determine and record the direction
of traffic each time the beams are broken. Some versions
use a separate IR transmitter receiver (opposed-beam or
thru-beam) and others use a sensor with a reflector (retro-reflective
beam). They will only count once for two or more
people breaking the beams at the same time. These sensors
are available in low voltage line powered or long lasting
battery powered versions and can sense across distances
up to 50ft |
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Non-Directional Photoelectric
Sensors – These sensors are mounted on
the side of an entry and will maintain a single count
for traffic in both directions (in and out). They are
best suited for entrances where people are not likely
to enter and/or exit simultaneously when accuracy is important.
They use narrow Infrared single-beam technology to record
traffic each time the beam is broken. Some versions use
a separate IR transmitter receiver (opposed-beam or thru-beam)
and others use a sensor with a reflector (retro-reflective
beam). They will only count once for two or more
people breaking the beam at the same time. These sensors
are available in low voltage line powered or long lasting
battery powered versions and can sense across distances
up to 50ft. |
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Non-Directional Proximity Sensors
– These sensors can be mounted on the front, side,
or overhead to count a person or thing passing through
it’s sensing area. They are best suited for smaller
entrances, kiosks, information desks, service counters,
etc. where people are not likely to pass the beam simultaneously
when accuracy is important. They use Infrared diffuse-beam
technology to record traffic each time the beam is broken.
They will only count once for two or more people passing
in front of or beneath the beam at the same time. These
sensors are available in low voltage line powered or long
lasting battery powered versions and can sense up to 6ft. |
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Non-Directional Passive Infrared
Sensors (Motion Sensors) – These sensors
can be mounted on the front, side, or overhead to count
a person or thing passing through it’s sensing area.
They are best suited for entrances where people are not
likely to enter and/or exit simultaneously when accuracy
is important. They detect heat emitted from objects passing
through the sensing area. They will only count once for
two or more people passing in front of or beneath the
beam at the same time. These sensors are available in
low voltage line powered or long lasting battery powered
versions and can sense up to 50ft in narrow beam or 17ft
in fan pattern modes. |
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Sensors – Our modular technology provides
an easy rout to developing custom sensors for special
requirements. |
Data Collection Technology:
Just like our sensor technology our data collection
systems are modular and expandable. Therefore, our customers
often start with a simple display based counter then
upgrade it later as their needs change. Almost any of
our sensors can be equipped with any data collection
device shown below. If your needs call for a simple
counter or a fully automatic system with central database
collection, SenSource has a system to accommodate your
needs now and in the future. |
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Sensor Server –
Our compact Sensor Servers (PCW-SSRX or PC-SS485) can
accumulate data from any of our sensors wirelessly (no
connection from the receiver to the sensor is required)
or wired for counting people or vehicles. Count information
transmitted sensors is recorded and stored as historical
time/date stamped data that can be accessed in a variety
of methods using wired serial (RS232) or Ethernet (TCP/IP)
communications. Data collection can be automatic or manual
from multiple local or remote Sensor Servers then stored
locally or in one central database in a variety of formats
for easy analysis or integration into other databases
such as POS data. |
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Miniature Count Recorders
– Our miniature data recorders (PCDL-1000) are about
the size of a 9v battery and can easily connect to any
of our sensors for counting people or vehicles. Count
data is recorded and stored as historical time/date stamped
data that can be accessed in using wired serial (RS232)
communications. The recorder can remain attached to the
sensor until data is required then it is detached and
transported to a PC to extract the data with a download
cable and software. Alternately the recorder can stay
attached to the sensor and PC permanently so that data
can be accessed any time using the software. |
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LCD Displays –
The lowest cost method to store counts is by using an
LCD display. This is an entry level method to automate
counting using a compact modular LCD display that can
be mounted near the sensor or mounted remotely (i.e. behind
a desk or in a back office). SenSource caries single input
displays for monitoring non-directional or unidirectional
sensors through one entrance or muti-input displays for
monitoring non-directional or directional traffic through
multiple entrances. |
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Data Collection Software
– Easily manage centralized data collection, hardware
configuration and report generation with Server Manager
and Server Manager Enterprise Edition. When used together
with SenSource PCW or XR9 Sensors and Sensor Servers,
these software packages provide a vast array of easy-to-use
tools necessary for Marketing Managers, Store Owners,
Facility Managers and IT Professionals. Applications include
customer traffic flow analysis and a variety of other
uses. Either package can be used to remotely monitor and
manage hardware and automatic data collection.
Click here
for more information on Server Manager Software |
