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| We are very interested in this technique. What is needed next to the Pollux module so that it is working fine in our environment? | |||||||||
| In our complete packages (see below) are all necessary components for the vast majority of applications contain. | |||||||||
| In addition to these hardware components also ever, the PC software PolluxWin in the package. So you have everything you need for the control of the barrier via number plate recognition actually need in the package. | |||||||||
| It will not require any third-party software, only the operating system Windows XP (Vista/7000) must be installed. | |||||||||
| PolluxWin is to recruit and configuration of the detection module Pollux. This software is made for the administrator. PolluxWin can also be used to enter the number plate list and retrieving the protocol. The software is easy and comfortable of course. | |||||||||
| Limitation: PolluxWin is not multiuserable, i.e. when several people at the same time want to enter or modify plates, then PolluxWin is not suitable. PolluxWin can indeed on different workstations be installed, simultaneous access to Pollux is not possible. | |||||||||
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| What is included in delivery? | |
| In our complete packages (see below) are all necessary components for the vast majority of applications contain. We are happy to advise you about the choice of the barrier or the compilation of items which you may be suitable for your particular case require. | |
The package for a barrier for one direction (entrance or exit)
contains the following items:
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The package for one barrier for Entrance and Exit direction
contains the following items:
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| Not included are: barrier, LAN cable and network socket, supply cable/socket, office computer, electrical tape, cable ties, eventual conduit, possibly opening and doorbell button. | |
| Accordingly, complete packages available for barrier pairs (two facing barriers) and gates. | |
| Write to us and You have a concrete offer for your application compute. | |
| Must a vehicle stop outside the gate or barrier? How quickly opens Pollux the gate? | |
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The general answer to this question is: A Barrier
remains a barrier! She is there to make vehicles isolate and every vehicle to
open separately. While this is sometimes troublesome, however, the actual
meaning and purpose of a barrier. In principle, therefore, are always expected
that the Barrier does not open, even if they have always been early had
opened. Nevertheless, the question is of course justified. Pollux required depends from the stage about 1 - 10 seconds to recognize the license plate. This time period is empirically over 90% all cases in tolerable pollution level and matching matrix. If the license plate is very difficult to read, the time can also be longer. Opens in a good 95% of cases Pollux within 30 seconds reliably. These figures are all cases of practice taken into account, battered and dirty plates, inappropriate screw fixings, wrong positioning in front of the barrier, openings at night, etc. I.e. The high reliability is due to because Pollux many of the poor readable, battered and dirty number plates even in adverse also can read. For pure opening period of the barrier must now find the time to lift the bar from 4 - 8 seconds to be added to the total waiting time for the driver to obtained. The perceived waiting time is reduced significantly, however, when the driver moves too slowly to the barrier, because in this case Pollux often been the Video image is evaluated before the vehicle comes to a halt. |
| An automated with Pollux barrier a manually operated barrier always a clear advantage, because Pollux medium and long term reliably than a human. | |
| If the above waiting time due to strong traffic volume is too large, then we refer to new developments from our company. Please send us an e-mail. | |
| Can you give us references to the Pollux system? | |
| Pollux that our system is mature and very reliably, evidenced by the many satisfied customers. Therefore, we call you like a reference in your area. Please write us for this short Email. |
| What needs the barrier control, so that it understands the Pollux signal? What connections need the Pollux hardware? | |
| Pollux has potential-free contacts for control of the barriers or gate electronic. There is also a key input for manually opening the gate and a contact for .connecting a bell. | |
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Adjoining schematic is our recommendation for use to control a
drive-in barrier. A 12V power supply is included in the
complete packages. In addition, a push
button for manual opening and a door bell to be connected. Furthermore (not
shown here) can be connected to a video monitor for viewing the camera image.
For the LAN data cable to an RJ45 jack for a standard patch cable to the device
is present. More information you get in Pollux handbook (in german, as pdf) with important tips for the installation. |
| Is it possible to use the Pollux system after reception time from home? |
| Yes, that's possible. It depends very much on your existing infrastructure. The required connection is called a VPN tunnel (VPN: Virtual Private Network). A VPN tunnel can be accessed from home furnishings to the Pollux. Like going directly into the reception (camping, etc.) with our PC programs expands the Pollux release lists or changes can also do this from home. However, it is the proper infrastructure set up. |
| On the topic of VPN tunnels, there are eerie to read too much on the Internet, most of it is not very helpful. |
| The first thing is to establish a VPN tunnel is not a matter of five minutes! However, the tools are fairly easy to obtain, if not already present. |
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1. in the network in which Pollux is connected:
2. for the home network:
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| If you want to learn more about this subject, write us! |
| We think about a number plate recognition for our barrier, but we are unsure whether it is appropriate to mount the camera onto barrier beam? | |
| Should one or more barriers are fitted with a number plate recognition system, we recommend in any case, our barrier beam mounting preferable to pole or wall mounted cameras. | |
Why is a camera mounted on a wall or on mast less
suitable for number plate recognition than the barrier beam camera?
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All of these problems are not a barrier beam assembly! The camera is just a few yards from the plate and receive a large picture from it. Even with a strong dirty license plate is still possible to recognize. |
| The barrier beam assembly allows us to use visible light for illuminating the license plate, because in the current camera position and the low light intensity, it does not blind the driver. On the contrary, he is looking forward to working the bar and he was quickly noticed! | |
| Visible light is better suited for recognizing of number plates as infrared light. In particular, older number plates without highly reflective background and dirty license plates (which is the rule) are in infrared light in the clear disadvantage. | |
| Also excluded by the barrier beam mounting that an object or a person obstructs the view of the camera. | |
| There are applications where, for purely mechanical reasons, hardly fit the camera at the bar beam. For example, it is on break barriers (often in car parks found) rather difficult. In these cases, Pollux work with the video signal from a camera mounted on the wall. Especially in indoor spaces such as car parks, the otherwise difficult lighting situation (as discussed above) easily to the requirements customizable. | |
| Is the mini-camera Spica not too heavy for the barrier? |
| No, certainly not! The mini camera Spica weighs including connectors and tube housing ca 800g. Even with frequent ups and downs of the barriers that bar is too little weight to damage to barrier drive. Also reduces the speed of the barrier is not due to the additional weight of the camera. |
| Spica is the mini-camera vandal proof and robust enough? |
Yes, the mini-camera Spica
is due to the small size is very robust. The mini-camera is assembled in a
special tube housing and the tube housing mounted on the barrier beam. This
structure is very stable and but not heavy. The camera is thus against the
weather and above vandalism protected very well. Additional protection through the camera undergoes the fact that each potential "Saboteur" is not likely to be may, if he is observed during the damage. |
| I would rather that the camera is mounted in a secure area where no one goes. Is that possible? |
| Yes, we have different requirements cameras and camera mounts
tested and we're camera manufacturers call. Leave Let us know if you have a
special request. Pollux generally works with any PAL camera together, the plate must only be large enough be visible. We are happy to consider a special camera to performance, please write this, the type and the producer. However, we recommend to use our barrier beam camera. The camera position is excellent, the technique has been tested many times and the installation costs are low |
| Is there a ability to open the gate even if the waiting vehicle is not listed? |
Pollux has two options
the barrier or gate manually to open.
In both cases, a (yellow) log entry generated. In addition, you can temporarily "free ride" set for all vehicles at the entry / exit. In this each case is opened and the vehicle license plates are logged.
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| Is this because even when the sun disappears and the plate is dirty? | |
| This is perhaps the most frequently asked Question at all! The answer is yes, it works! It even works reliable, even when the sun is high / low / medium high. Even if in addition the flag is dirty or very clean. Please have a look at the pictures from the experience, check out the displayed video. A recording shows an Audi A4 estate car at the extension, where the plate is at the rear of vehicle from a 15-meter video camera read correctly, although it dirty very strong. | |
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When using our special
barrier beam camera
license plate recognition even in poor conditions indestructible. The camera is
just a few meters before the plate and replaced by a rather large picture of
plate. Self is a very dirty license plate, the recognition problem, where the
dirt fairly evenly distributed and no letters partially or completely
covered. If the sun is very deep and shines directly into the lens of camera, then this could certainly be a problem. When the camera then however, attached to the barrier beam, so covers the vehicle's sun. If the sun is to the left, then right or higher, then the camera is capable of this dynamic light intensity to control automatically. As a rule a source of interference for Pollux number plate recognition not problematic. Only when more things come together, such as strong pollution, unfavorable position of the screws and still strong glare from a light source for example reflections or the headlights on a short distance to the license plate. In encounter such difficult circumstances are the recognition failures of course not be ruled out. |
| We recommend to use the front license plate, finally, as the use of the above graduated barriers camera is made. The front license plate is even with extremely unkempt vehicles clean enough for our Pollux. Occasional rain here provides adequate cleanliness of the plate. An approximately uniform film of dirt for the recognition is no problem with Pollux. | |
| How reliable is the number plate recognition works at night? | |
| Here again there are examples and videos and images from the field. License plate at night and the headlights to detect reliably, is undoubtedly one of the largest difficulties of the number plate recognition at all. | |
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We have found in extensive tests that visible light is best suited
to recognize number plates with dirty slob. This has in the video surveillance
widespread infrared light here clearly disadvantages because of the dirt poor
is reflected. With in other words, a light film of dirt is in the infrared
light than in dark visible light is formed. Now, if the number plate
additionally somewhat dated and has a poorly reflecting surface is then the
license plate in the infrared light unreadable. Visible light provides contrast
still good results. Visible light has the disadvantage that it the driver appears, or residents by the switching of the light feel disturbed. Here is a great advantage of our barriers camera applications, because the small camera has a small LED array. This light is sufficient in the short distance from a few meters to the adequately illuminated license plate. The brightness is too small that it disturbing the driver or anyone in the area could it also shines in the direction of the vehicle front. With our integrated LED control, we have the visibility at night so can improve the detection in the day that it hardly inferior. The new LED control since mid-2009 in the standard scope of Pollux software included. |
| When using a pole or wall camera because to dispense the glare problem rarely IR light sources. The Disadvantages of IR light are not explained away, so we need the barriers beam mounting recommended. It is helpful in some cases the anyway exploit available light by lighting facilities, possibly making it make sense to build something this light. | |
| Entrance and exit are about 10m apart, does it that be? | |
| Yes, at cable lengths up to 20m that is no Problem. Here, two cameras are used, regardless of whether there is only one are two barriers or bars. In two independent barriers to supply we have a Y-cable. Appropriately, our Complete offer packet-3. A second possibility is Pollux two independent modules use (2x Packet-1). |
| How big can the angle between the camera direction and direction of the vehicle be? | |
| The vehicle must not exceed an angle of 20 ° to the seen by the camera to the barrier. When using our barrier beam camera a lot, usually as the barrier perpendicular to the direction of travel, then no one can ski on the diagonal barrier to! Look at the pictures from practice, see You are shown the video recordings. |
| How many devices Pollux I need for my barrier? |
| Per barrier or gate, you usually need a
Pollux. The device has a
potential-free contact as output for connection to your barrier or gate
electronics. If the barriers are close to each other and forms the barriers a
pair for entrance and exit (double barrier), then both barriers are connected
to one Pollux. On receipt of the Pollux, you can depending on stage one or two cameras connected. If you want only one direction equip with automatic number plate recognition, will need PolluxLight, PolluxPup or PolluxRiver. Do you want to equip both directions with the number plate recognition, then you need a PolluxDuel, PolluxPro or PolluxPlus. More information and an overview, see Pollux site. |
| We already have a barrier / score, we can still use the license plate recognition system Pollux? |
| Yes, Pollux can be
combined with virtually any barrier and gate system. The unit has a
potential-free contact output remains as to the connection to your barrier or
gate electronic. The previous functionality of the barrier or door system unchanged. You gain additional comfort with the license plate recognition. |
| We have a barrier system of "Metalfactory xy" bar-coded cards. We want to use your system for permanent residents. Can the two systems be combined? |
| Ja, Pollux leaves be
combined with virtually any barrier system and each door system. The device has
a potential-free contact output for connection as their barrier or gate
electronic. The old functionality of the barrier or door system remains unchanged. You win additional comfort of the vehicle license plate recognition. The conversion is simple, the cost depends on the stage. On our proposition side, we have some common application packages with price and delivery described. Send us an Email and we you like to work out an offer. |
| We are a camp with 1,000 parking spaces and 2 cars each, for a total 2,000 plates with temporary access? |
| Pollux can be up to a maximum of 2,000 plates manage (up to 6,000 on request) in the release list. If you have more scope for the release list need, then write us your wishes. |
| How do people know where to stop in front of the barrier / the gate? |
| Included with the mini camera
Spica you will receive stickers for the barrier. With the well-read
inscription: The distance need not exactly tune. The recognition starts at 3m distance to work and works even when the driver rolled the vehicle closer to the barrier leaves. The minimum distance between barriers beam and number plate is 1 m (standard camera lens). In the range between the working plate recognition properly. We intentionally call the 1-meter distance, as most drivers still 1.5 m distance with. Important: We recommend to paint a highly visible Stop line at a distance of 1.5 m before the barrier beam on the road. |
| Can I use the license plate recognition Pollux with other cameras? |
| Yes, all PAL cameras are in principle, the plate must be seen large
enough. Like we consider a special camera for suitability, write us the type
and the manufacturer. However, we recommend our barrier beam camera. The camera position is excellent, the technique has been tested many times and the installation cost is low. |
| Can I connect a camera to observe the area? |
| Yes, as in PolluxLight, PolluxPup und PolluxRiver the second video input for such purposes at leisure. For the observe camera you can use any PAL cameras. |
| What countries are recognized, only German or other? |
| Pollux recognizes all
country-plates for which a matrix is loaded, for example: German, Austrian,
Hungarian, etc. Up to seven matrices can be loaded, but that does not mean that
only seven types are recognized. One matrix is always included in the base price of Pollux. In most cases here is the corresponding matrix for the location, is used in Germany, the German, Austrian in Austria, etc.. In addition, you may still need the universal matrix or a matrix apply to any often national plates. Many european countries (Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, Luxembourg, Great Britain, Sweden, Austria and many more.) use the same or very similar character types. For these countries, ranging from the universal matrix. For a few countries, like Germany and Holland, however, requires a special matrix, because the letters are very specific types. For plant entrances one / two matrices are almost enough, to recognize all eligible countries. If you want to cover all European, then you need three (max. four) matrices. We are happy to advise you of your special application. The number of matrices which in Pollux can be loaded inside is limited and depends on the Stage of the device. Which matrix is loaded, the user specifically decides, depending on the country belonging to its guests. To learn more about the development stages see Pollux-Features and about the available country matrices. |
| I need more matrices than I have right now, what should I do? |
| You can at any time upgrade Pollux with one matrix to a Pollux with two, three, four, five or more, this write an Email. By invoice you will receive a activation code by e-mail returned. With the help of the existing PC software and the activation code you want the additional acquired matrix spots left. Then download the desired matrix into a device, they can be combined. There is no screwdriver necessary, we will retain the same hardware! |
| What happened when a vehicle comes for which no matrix is loaded? |
| Pollux also recognizes in
this case that a vehicle is at the gate / barrier. The device but may not
recognize all the letters correctly. The plate is now mutilated possibly
decoded, ie some letters are missing are or may be incorrectly recognized.
Addition, the plate assigned to that country which matrix provided the best result. If you enter this "wrong" letter sequence in the release list (in this case switch off country recognizing), then for this plate future, the barrier or gate to be opened. If you often have guests from this country, then you should purchase associated matrix. Our universal matrix covers a large number of countries, it is also used to identify rare plates very well suitable. |
| Is it also possible to enter plates in the release list for which no matrix is loaded? |
| Yes, it is possible. Enter the code as normal and give the country
correctly. However, you should hook activate "country checking off". Thus it
does not matter which matrix identified and the barrier will open only at
accordance with the letters. We are happy to help you with specific questions, please send an Email. |
| We work right now with a chip card system. Since the card to each other is passed, several cars have unwanted access. What costs get your system up to us and with what level of in- and reconstructions can we expect? |
| You do not have to remove the existing card system.
Pollux can be easily combined with
the existing system. We recommend keep the existing system for use in
exceptional cases. Suitable for day visitors, regulars and repeat clients, the
comfortable license plate recognition system Pollux is better,
however. Read more to the benefits of license plate recognition under
advantages. The reconstructions is simple, the cost depends on the expansion phase. On our supply side, we have some common application packages with price and delivery described. Write to us an email and we will work out you a quotation. |
| How can we integrate motorcyclists and cyclists in the system? |
Since cyclists do not have a registration number and motorcyclists
do not like go back ran to the barrier, we have made two recommendations:
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| Do I need induction loops in the road? |
| No, absolutely not! To open the barrier or the gate, you need only
the Pollux system. When itself close
the gate or the gate it must not happen that vehicles or persons be trapped.
Therefore, we recommend the installation of an induction loop, or at least a
light barrier directly under the barrier beams or just before the
gate. An induction loop is usually reliable, since they are in proper routing road base protected by being housed. It is to weathering independent. The light sensor can get dirty or of persons manipulated, for example by taping a piece of gum or covering with a carton. An induction loop detects large metallic objects, such as the car. The sensitivity of the induction loop electronics must correct for the application be set, i.e. a person, a bicycle, a rear stand is often not recognized. Conversely, sometimes even, the light beam of a Photocell by or to the drawbar of a trailer light passing and therefore not detect the trailer for a moment. The best Solution is therefore the installation of both types of detectors, but in any case directly in the opening area of the barrier (in the barrier bars). |
| Stand: 26.march 2012 |
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