Today, even a user who has no knowledge is able to get everything he wants. A modern megaphone is simply installed, configured, and controlled by commands over the phone.
Features of video surveillance using Megafon
Today there are three Megafon cameras on the market with different capabilities. They change a little usual order organization of video surveillance systems.
A short list of features can be described as follows:
- the camera is primarily designed to work in a 3G network; other data transmission channels are not provided;
- after installation, the GSM video surveillance camera megaphone can be controlled by commands sent to its SIM card number;
- Video storage is available on a memory card or branded Megafon;
- Camera pictures are sent when a motion detector is triggered or upon direct request, by command to a mobile number.
Another feature that megaphone video surveillance offers is direct access to broadcast audio.
To listen to what is happening in the room, just call the camera number.
As additional security measures, certain device models are equipped with a so-called panic button (including on the remote control).
When pressed, the CCTV camera megaphone is able to dial the configured number and organize wiretapping of the controlled area.
One of the models, V900, has an alarm button directly on the body, which expands the alarm capabilities and greatly increases the level of security.
Organization of video surveillance by Megafon operator
The company declares that Megafon video surveillance via the Internet can be organized not only with the help of special brand cameras.
The device can be a regular IP camera. This greatly expands available options for users.
To use the video surveillance option from the operator, you need to activate it for the tariff plan you are using.
You can connect to the megafon 3G video surveillance system:
- regular, free-standing;
- several cameras connected to a single router;
- a camera capable of working over a 3G network.
Certain models of devices offered on the market provide the ability to connect external unit 3G GSM connection.
In this case, video surveillance via a megaphone modem will offer all the possibilities that are interesting to the user.
The mechanics that Internet video surveillance megaphone uses are quite simple.
The user has several options for transmitting data:
- The camera, upon request that comes to its SIM card, sends an image via MMS.
- You can take photographs in a series of up to 8 images, according to the configured resolutions and MMS message capabilities.
- Images are sent via MMS to the owner’s configured phone when an event is activated by a motion sensor.
- Separate, state-of-the-art Megafon cameras are capable of shooting streaming video. Archive data is recorded on a memory card installed in the device or Megafon’s proprietary cloud service.
- Access to the video archive or pictures taken by the camera is carried out through the proprietary Megafon service; a regular browser is enough to work.
To fully use the security functions, including the emergency panic button, the user does not have to purchase storage services. All you need is a phone and camera settings in the options of the Video Surveillance service from Megafon.
Supported Cameras
It is impossible to clearly identify the types and formats of cameras that can be connected to the Megafon video surveillance service.
Little is required from the device: to have its own IP for access or to be equipped with a communication unit (external or internal) in which the operator’s SIM card is installed. This is the data you will need to specify when setting up the corresponding services.
Based on the operator’s requirements, you can even connect DVRs to the system that form a single stream from several transmitted by separate cameras. However, you will need to fine-tune the resolution and bitrate to transmit video over 3G channels.
The most top scores observed if you connect cameras offered by Megafon to the system.
Here, all the features of the transmission channel are immediately taken into account, as well as the basic configuration of capabilities, covering a huge audience of consumers.
Today Megafon Internet video surveillance is offered in the form of ready-made sets of cameras different classes and mobile operator packages.
Characteristics and models
Megafon offers several cameras on the market so that the user can choose for himself optimal combination possibilities and cost.
Megafon V900
A camera that, along with a limited set of capabilities (no video streaming), offers a panic button.
The device cannot be positioned by remote commands; it must be carefully installed and the picture quality adjusted before use.
Characteristics:
- matrix 0.3 MP;
- IR illumination with a range of up to 6 meters for night photography;
- image resolution up to 640x480 pixels;
- Continuous shooting up to 8 MMS is available;
- audio broadcast channel and panic button for forcibly calling the owner;
- ability to send MMS, messages Email when the sensor is triggered or by ;
- viewing angles 60 degrees horizontally and vertically;
- operating temperature from -10 to 45 degrees.
The device comes with a remote control, the operating range of which is 10 meters, can be powered from a 220V network, and operate from a built-in 800 mAh battery, which is enough for 24 hours of autonomy.
Megaphone GC19
A more technologically advanced solution, the most common for Megafon video surveillance systems due to the optimal ratio of cost and capabilities.
home positive trait— customizable secure access and the ability to receive broadcasts to any phone that supports video calls.
The camera allows you to:
- configure up to 20 users with different access, authorization by the phone number from which the request for a video call is made, and the entered password;
- positioning ability: 4 directions of rotation, simple control by tone commands from the phone keyboard or SMS transmission;
- customizable work schedule;
- access to video archive;
- matrix 0.3 MP;
- support for memory cards up to 2 GB;
- 1450 mAh battery (200 hours standby, 4 hours audio data, 3 hours video stream);
- Can charge and exchange data with a PC via USB 2.0 port.
The camera operates from a 220V network, the battery allows you to successfully use the device where power failures often occur. It is possible to send MMS or email messages upon an alarm or request.
Megaphone MF68
The most advanced camera from a mobile operator. The device operates only on the WDCMA network, which somewhat limits its target audience.
Characteristics:
- power supply 220V, built-in battery 1450 mAh;
- matrix 0.3 MP;
- video 176x144, 12.67 frames per second;
- works with memory cards;
- rotation angles during positioning: 40 up and 5 down, 45 in both directions horizontally;
- minimum illumination for color mode 20 Lux.
The camera is also positioned using the phone and can broadcast video streaming.
Built-in detectors
Without exception, all Megafon cameras have built-in hardware motion detectors. The response to triggering is customizable and depends on the capabilities of the device.
Some models provide the ability to set the operating schedule and sensitivity of the sensor.
Cloud services
Space on cloud storage servers is offered for storing video archives. To take advantage of this opportunity, you need to activate the corresponding option in personal account.
Tariff for video surveillance megaphone cloud service does not depend on the camera type. You can connect any device to the storage.
Step-by-step setup of a video surveillance system
In order to set up Megafon video surveillance, first of all you need to log in or register in your personal account.
After that:
- find the Video Surveillance service and log in. The first time you try, you will be asked to register;
- add a camera in the appropriate section. In this case, you need to specify the IP address. For devices connected to a computer or via a router, you will need special software that can be downloaded on the operator’s website;
- After specifying the device parameters, it is included in the video surveillance service.
Having completed these steps, you can immediately see the result by going to the My Cameras, Viewing, Video Archive sections.
To use the last section, you need to activate the cloud storage service. This is done (and paid for) for each monitoring point separately.
Tariffs for services
Today, Megafon video surveillance is sold as a package deal, which includes a surveillance device and a mobile communications package.
It takes into account all the features of using the transmission channel and selects optimal tariffs for users.
However, video surveillance can be activated for other packages. In this case, it is more convenient to find out the prices in your personal account on the operator’s official website.
Conclusion
Although Megafon video surveillance cannot boast of real real-time video, its capabilities will be extremely useful for a huge audience of consumers.
Having purchased a complex consisting of a camera and an operator package, it is easy to set up a system in just minutes, which will increase the level of security at the monitoring site or solve other problems facing the user.
Video: Megafon - cloud video surveillance service
Description
Supporting GSM network, Remote GSM The camera transmits and receives data via SMS (Short Message Service) and transmits image data via GPRS. This is a wireless terminal, easy to install. Remote GSM Camera V900 supports motion detection function; it can detect any body movement within the control area and generate an alarm by sending MMS (Multimedia Message Service) to a specified mobile phone number or email. Up to 15 wireless sensors can be connected to the GSM Remote Camera to monitor multiple areas at the same time. Backup lithium battery guarantees uninterrupted and permanent job in case of disconnection or failure of the external power source.
V900 Camera Features
Remote GSM Camera works with a GSM SIM card, universal and affordable, easy to install.
Remote GSM The camera is remotely controlled by a mobile phone or control system.
Get short messages and alarm images on mobile phone, email or control system.
V900 A1 Remote GSM Camera has IR LEDs (infrared light diodes), a professional camera that allows 24-hour monitoring, temporary monitoring.
Special Features: Special camera with a wide shooting angle, meeting the requirements for outdoor inspection.
Effective long distance sensitivity of the infrared motion sensor. Mobile alarm: Taking photos and sending them to your phone as MMS.
Remote control via SMS: Control the camera by sending SMS commands.
Real-time audio: Call the camera and listen to everything happening around the camera.
Motion Detector: Detects any movement in the monitored area and sends an alarm.
Infrared lamp: Built-in LEDs allow the camera to take photographs even in a dark roomInfrared motion sensor: Combined passive infrared sensor movements. In the protection status, if any person enters the controlled area, the camera will generate an alarm according to the specified parameters.
Support for external sensors: Possibility of connecting up to 15 wireless sensors: door/window magnetic reed switch, motion sensor, smoke sensor, gas leak sensor, etc. Any alarm from the sensors will be detected by the camera.
Camera resolution: Special 300,000 pix CMOS camera.
Viewing images directly on your mobile phone: Sending MMS images to your mobile phone during an alarm Receiving images by email: The camera can send MMS photos to your email.
Multi alarm: The camera will send an alarm via SMS, MMS, e-mail and standard call to a mobile phone when motion is detected.
Characteristics
Equipment
Remote GSM MMS camera Youthnet V900-B2
Detailed Specification
Power supply: input voltage: 100V~220V/50Hz, output voltage: 5.5V DC
Operating temperature: -10 degrees ~ +45 degrees
Storage temperature: -20 degrees ~ +60 degrees
Relative humidity: 10-90%
Operating range: EGSM900, DCS1800 (GSM850, PCS1900 optional)
Connection protocol: GSM PHASE 2/2+
Operating frequency: 433MHz or 315MHz
Maximum number of connected sensors: 15 sensors
Remote control operating frequency: 433MHz or 315MHz
Effective remote control distance: 20 meters
Image format: JPEG
Image resolution: 160x128, QVGA 320x240, VGA 640x480
Number of pixels: 300 pixels
Camera viewing angle: 60 degrees vertical and 70 degrees horizontal
Effective distance in night mode: less than 8 meters
Effective distance of infrared sensor: less than 9 meters, 70 degree angle
Battery: 1700mAh
Working hours battery(depending on the network): protection mode on - 19 hours, protection mode off - 37 hours
1. Power on/off
Turning on the power: Slide the power switch to the up position ("On" position). The indicator will turn solid red for 3-5 seconds, then begin to flash slowly. After approximately 35 seconds, the indicator will change color to green and flash slowly (disarmed mode indication) or remain solid green (disarmed mode indication). This indicates that the camera is searching for a network and is ready to go. The camera will beep "Di...".
For more information about the operating mode of the indicator, please refer to the corresponding section of the instructions.
2. Activate the remote camera
Method 1: Activate remote camera from your mobile phone. The request will be completed after the camera (if there is a connection) identifies your mobile number as the owner.
Method 2: Enter and send the following SMS command to the camera: #00#
After activation, the camera will send the following SMS message to your mobile phone: "Greetings to the remote camera user, password - 1234."
3. Activate remote control
When the camera indicator is constantly on or flashing green, press and hold the "Set" button on the back of the device for 2 seconds. The camera indicator will flash orange, this will indicate that the camera is ready for programming. After that, press any button on the remote control to send a signal to the camera. As soon as the camera receives a signal from the remote control, the device indicator will turn solid green for 2 seconds. Press the "Set" button again to exit the programming state. Otherwise, the camera will exit this state automatically after 15 seconds.
A maximum of 5 remote control key fobs can be programmed and controlled in one camera.
4. Arming
To arm the device, press the "Set defense" button on the remote control. If the command was successful, the device will sound a “Di...” signal and send an SMS message to the owner’s mobile phone: “Set defense successfully”. The camera indicator will turn solid green.
5. Cancellation of protection
To cancel protection, press the “Cancel defense” button on the remote control.
If the command was successful, the device will sound a “Di...” sound and send an SMS message to the owner’s mobile phone: “Cancel defense successfully.” The camera indicator will blink green.
6. Image Capture
Capturing one image at a time:
Method 1. The owner or family member calls the remote camera number until the connection goes through and the call ringer is heard. They may receive a notification message "Image capturing request received, the camera is busy sending MMS images", in which case they will receive the image later.
Method 2.
Owner and family member: #03#
Guest: #03#password#
Capture multiple images simultaneously:
If the user needs multiple images, the following SMS command must be sent to the camera:
Owner and family member: #03#number of images#
Guest: #03#password#number of images#
The number of images should be set between 1 and 8. If the image size is 160x128 or 320x240, maximum amount images that can be requested at a time is 8. If the image size is 640x480, the number of images can be 1 or 2.
You may receive a notification message "Image capturing request received, the camera is busy sending MMS images", in which case you will receive images later.
7. Telephone tapping
Initiative listening:
The owner or family member calls the camera. She answers the request automatically. Once connected, you can listen to the sounds in the control area.
Listening in emergency situations:
During normal operation of the camera, you must press the “emergency alarm” button on the remote control. The camera will automatically dial the owner's number and he will be able to listen to sounds in the monitored area. If the owner's phone does not respond to the request, the camera will sequentially send calls to other emergency phones. If the camera dials the owner's numbers and other emergency numbers in a circle three times and none of them answer, the camera will automatically exit the alarm mode.
8. Checking the operating mode
At any time, send the following SMS command to the camera:
For owner and family member: #07#
For guest: #07#password#
The camera will respond with an MMS message about existing installations camera and its operating mode (not including the password).
9. Getting help
To receive a list of SMS commands and a user manual on your cellular telephone, You must send an SMS command to the camera.
Getting a list of standard commands:
Send the following SMS command to the camera:
For owner and family member: #09#
For guest: #09#password#
Obtaining the user manual:
If you want to receive instruction details, send the following SMS command to the camera:
For owner and family member: #09#1#
For guest: #09#password#1#
This function allows you to reset all settings and return the settings to their default values. This will remove all settings you have made yourself. Data on the owner's phone number, remote control key fobs and wireless sensors will be erased. You must use this feature carefully.
Method 1: Turn off the camera (slide the switch up) for more than 20 seconds. Press and hold the "set" button on the back of the camera, then turn the camera back on. The indicator will glow green for 2-4 seconds, then return to slowly flashing red. The camera will emit a “DI...” beep, indicating the completion of a successful reset operation.
Method 2: The owner sends the following SMS command to the camera: #08#password#
The camera will respond “The GSM camera have successfully reset to its default settings.”
Attention:
1. You must send a password with the SMS command, otherwise you will receive an SMS message: “You forgot including 4 digit password to reset camera” and the operation will be rejected.
(Authority: Owner, family)
If the user wants to send an image to his E-mail by e-mail, he must send the following SMS command to the camera:
For owner and family member: #03# number of shots#1#
When the image size is set to 160x128 or 320x240, the camera will be able to send a maximum of 8 images at a time, so the number of shots should be set between When the image size is set to 640x480, the remote camera will be able to send a maximum of 2 images, so the number of shots should be set to 1 or 2.
After the SMS command is received, the camera will respond with "Image capturing request received. The camera is busy sending the MMS image." (“Image capture request received. Camera activated - sending MMS image”) and will start sending MMS image to the email address.
Attention: the number of shots cannot be ignored. To install email, read Chapter 5. Section 14. Email.
14. Email
(Authority: Owner, family)
Please note: This feature must be supported by your local mobile service provider. Contact your local service provider for details. To add, change or delete their email address, the owner or family member sends an SMS command from their phone. The owner and family member can each set their own email, but not more than one email address. Add/change email:#108#EMAIL# After successfully receiving the message, the camera will respond: “Email address, has been changed successfully.” The email address must be accurate. The owner and family member can only set one email address from one phone number. If more than one email address is dialed from the same mobile phone, only the last address will be recognized. If the SMS command to add or change email does not contain email parameters, the camera will respond with "Invalid format". |
Deleting email:#109#
After successfully receiving the message, the camera will respond with "Delete email successfully." Only the owner can implement this function. After receiving this SMS command, all email addresses will be deleted.
Note: If this SMS command contains email parameters, the camera will respond with "No need e-mail parameter".
When the owner or family member requests images to an email address, the camera will send those images to the specified email address.
If the mode is set to “Send MMS images to email when alarm occurs” (See Chapter 5. Section 15: Automatic alarm), the camera will send MMS images to email when there is an alarm.
15. Automatic alarm
The remote camera can trigger an alarm when motion is detected by a wireless sensor or when the emergency button on the remote control is pressed. When an alarm occurs, SMS and MMS messages are sent by default.
There are two ways to activate the automatic alarm.
The owner or family member sends the following SMS command to set the automatic alarm mode:
(Authority: Owner, family)
Alarm warning with sound signal:
For owner and family: #130#1#
For guest: #130#password#1#
After successfully receiving the message, the camera will emit a “Di...” sound when alarmed.
No sound signal during alarm:
The owner and family members send an SMS command: #130#0#
No SMS message sent in case of alarm: #11#0#
USER MANUALGSMCAMERAS
SeriesV900
Csafety tips
This device is a wireless signal transmission device. Keep it away from electronic equipment that may interfere with or interrupt radio signals. |
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Turn off your device in any place where there is a notice “Explosive”, “might explode”, “closed wireless transceiver devices”, etc. |
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Do not place the device near fire, this may cause the battery to explode |
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Use network only electrical supply approved by the device manufacturer. Use of any other types of networks may damage the product. |
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Keep the device and accessories out of the reach of children. |
Chapter 1. Product Features
Product Features
This device uses a SIM card. It can send MMS images to a specified mobile phone with a color display or to an email address. Remote control: The camera is controlled and activated by SMS command from a mobile phone. Listening: call the camera phone number (SIM card) to listen to the room. Motion Detection: The device detects and triggers an alarm whenever there is any movement within the monitored area. Control sensors: the device allows you to connect a maximum of 15 sensors, such as: magnetic door sensor, infrared body sensor, smoke sensor, gas sensor, etc. Any triggered sensor will cause the camera to transmit an SMS message. Infrared Illuminator: Even in the dark, the camera provides clear images with built-in infrared illuminator (LEDs). Special Camera: CMOS pixel camera, allows you to get clear MMS image. Send image to mobile phone: The camera will send MMS images to your mobile phone and you can view them. Sending images by email: The camera can send MMS images to an email address. You can view them at any time. Multi-mode alarm: The camera can simultaneously send alarm messages in the form of SMS message, MMS message or standard email. Programmable camera on time: the device can be programmed to turn on multiple times at specified time intervals. Easy installation: The device uses wireless communication, which allows you to install the camera and wireless sensors anywhere you want. Accessories: The delivery set includes 2 remote control key fobs. Built-in lithium battery: A rechargeable battery keeps the camera running in the event of external power failure. User Manual: Can be downloaded to the user's mobile phone at any time via SMS command sent to the camera.
Chapter 2. Explanation of terms
2. Camera Arming/Automatic Alarm
3. Cancel the security mode
4. Emergency phone
5. Image Capture
6. Audition
Owner: The owner's (his/her) mobile phone number must be assigned to the camera (see Chapter 4. Section 2. Starting a remote camera). Otherwise, all functions of the remote camera will be disabled. Only one owner's mobile phone number can be set in the camera. The camera sends messages to the owner's and his/her family's mobile phone numbers or emergency numbers set by the owner. The owner must firmly remember the SIM card number and password. Only the owner has the authority to change the camera password, family phone numbers, and emergency phone numbers. |
Differences in the powers of the owner, family members and guest:
Functions | Owner | Family | Guest |
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Changing permissions, setting a password | ||||
Automatic alarm | ||||
Receiving an alarm signal | ||||
Receiving pictures by e-mail | ||||
Alarm | ||||
Receiving alarm calls | YES (Alarm numbers only) |
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Detection, single picture requirement | ||||
Receive product status, images, help and instructions, send SMS commands | ||||
Receiving images by e-mail | ||||
Sending SMS commands to the remote camera | ||||
Add, change, or remove sensors | ||||
Switch between Spanish and English versions |
2. Camera Arming/Automatic Alarm
The arming command puts the camera into protection mode. In this mode, all wireless sensors and motion sensors associated with the camera are operational.
In security mode, if any wireless sensor or motion sensor is triggered, the camera will immediately report an alarm by sending an SMS message and MMS images to the owner’s mobile phone and the number specified by the owner. If the owner's number does not respond to the request, the camera will dial other specified numbers until it receives a response. This process is repeated three times, after which automatic dialing stops if none of the specified numbers answer.
3. Cancel the security mode
The Cancel Arm command disables the camera's alarm function. All connected wireless and motion sensors do not work unless an emergency code is entered.
4. Emergency phone
Emergency numbers in this document refer to the telephone numbers (not including the owner's number) that the camera will dial when an emergency code is entered. remote control. Emergency numbers can be telephone numbers of security services, family numbers, as well as first aid organizations. When the emergency code is entered, the camera will firstly dial the owner's number, then dial other emergency numbers (the camera's default mode is phone number dialing). Only the owner has the authority to install emergency telephones. Maximum number of emergency telephones (including owner number
5. Image Capture
The owner/family member/guest sends an SMS command to the camera to receive an MMS image.
The owner/family member calls the camera to obtain the image.
The owner/family member sends an SMS command to the camera to send the MMS image to an email address (an email address must be specified).
6. Audition
The owner or family members can listen online to the room where the camera is installed by calling it. Only one telephone line can be connected to the camera at a time.
7. Settings
All camera settings can be sent and activated by SMS command.
Chapter 3. General information
1. general description V900-A series cameras
2. Description of the remote control keychain
3. Information about the indicator readings
4. Preparing the camera for use
1. General Description of V900-A Series Camera
Importantcomment: For getting best quality take images from the camera lens protective film and keep your camera lens clean at all times.
Lens Infrared illumination Microphone Indicator | SIM card slot Base |
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| Fastening clamp Mounting holes Set button Base | Power button Power connector (mini USB) Holders |
2. Description of remote control key fob
3. Information about the indicator readings
Color | Action | Status | |
Slow flash | Network search. | Network search |
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Quick flash | The sensor detected unauthorized movement | ||
Constant glow | The SIM card is not installed or the remote camera is damaged. | ||
Constant glow | Security mode - the car alarm function is activated. | ||
Slow flash | The security regime has been cancelled. The auto alarm function is cancelled. | ||
Quick flash | Data processing. | ||
Glow for two seconds | Factory settings reset successfully or sensor loaded | ||
Orange | Remote control load status. | ||
Red & | Alternating glow of two colors | Sensor load | |
Attention: Slow flash - 1 time per second, fast flash - 2 times per second .
4. Preparing the camera for use
1 InstallationSIM cards | Open the rubber plug on the left side of the camera. Remove the SIM card slot from the slot by pressing the small dot near the slot with the tip of a pencil. Insert the SIM card into the slot and push it back into the slot into place. Close the rubber plug. | Attention: This camera only supports GSM network. To work, the request and MMS messaging functions must be activated on the SIM card. Contact your SIM card provider for additional information about the services provided to this SIM card. |
For information
If you bought a new SIM card for your phone, you need to activate it before inserting it into the camera slot. To do this, insert the SIM card into the phone and turn it on. After that, in the settings, cancel the PIN code request when you turn on the phone.
2 Pulling out the base
3. Connection to power supply
4 Camera installation
The camera can be hung vertically on the wall with screws or placed horizontally in a suitable location. | Selection of installation location: ·For best image quality, avoid contact with bright light directly onto the camera lens. We suggest positioning the camera so that the monitored location is within a camera viewing angle of less than 30°. ·To prevent theft, we suggest placing the camera more than 2.2 meters above the base (ground). ·Network signal strength affects image quality, listening volume and MMS message transmission speed, so the camera should be located in a place where there is a strong network signal ·To check the image quality, after installing the camera, try taking several pictures and sending them to your mobile phone. Move the remote camera and adjust its viewing angle to get the best image. |
Chapter 4. Quick start
Inexpensive complex designed for additional protection residential, office or production premises. Positioned as the optimal combination affordable price and functionality.
It should be noted right away that the “House under supervision” kit in no way claims to be professional and “self-sufficient” security system. There are also no automated active countermeasures provided. On the corporate market the kit will be sold under the name “Video Control”, for private clients - “House under supervision”. The names themselves already speak about the purpose and capabilities of the system: to notify the “owner” of the premises about the occurrence of an event, provide him with audio/video information about what is happening and, possibly, attract the attention of people who find themselves near the protected premises.
Professional security and video monitoring systems work more efficiently, but they also cost an order of magnitude and a half more. “A house under supervision” can be considered a reasonable compromise: the kit itself costs 7,000 rubles, and the subscription fee for a special tariff is 300 rubles. per month. While kits are purchased and distributed as part of a pilot project, sales experience should determine the market need for such a product.
Background
Below are a few slides from the presentation. To the product itself direct relation they don’t, but they help to understand the logic of an operator who has taken on an uncharacteristic (as it may seem) business.
The area of interaction between M2M (Machine-to-Machine) devices is one of the most promising and fastest growing. New subscribers are born and grow up much more slowly than equipment and devices appear that need to transmit the collected information. Sometimes such devices materialize in series of many thousands at once, as was the case, for example, with the equipment of electric meters with devices for reading and transmitting information about electricity consumption.
Organizing data transfer “over the air” is a rational and beneficial solution for the customer. Sometimes the solution is the only possible one (for example, transport monitoring). The operator is also not at a loss: the “mechanical subscriber” generates a small but stable income, does not create problems and does not waste the expensive time of contact center employees on finding out the fate of the next three rubles “missing” from the balance. At the same time, SMS exchange and/or insignificant (as a rule) GPRS traffic almost does not consume network resources, this is another plus.
If previously the operator played the role of a “pipe” for data transmission, then after the launch of a multifunctional SIM card management center in 2010, Beeline strives to develop full-featured turnkey solutions.
The first significant project in this area is considered comprehensive solution“Automonitoring”, which allows you to track the location and many parameters of a car throughout Russia.
We can say that Beeline has “gone to the people” and intends to actively develop “boxed” products for small businesses and private users. The current "House of Care" was developed within the framework of this strategy.
Will this one “shoot”? specific project? Hard to say. But the direction as a whole is correct and promising. Although, in terms of financial return, it is much more labor-intensive than large-scale M2M projects with large corporations.
"Video control" and "House under supervision"
Beeline produced a press release for this that was surprisingly high-quality in terms of information content. The essence of the proposal, functionality and main numbers were contained in just a couple of paragraphs. I am happy to quote:
“...a comprehensive M2M solution “Video control” consists of a set of sensors (motion, door opening, smoke, notification button and light and sound indicator), which are combined with a central control module - an MMS camera, a special tariff plan, and a WEB interface for configuration and system management. When any of the sensors is triggered, the system will send an alert to the user’s mobile phone in the form of an SMS message, as well as an MMS message with a photo of the client’s office taken at the time the sensor was triggered. If necessary, the client can make a call to the MMS camera from his phone and hear what is happening in the room where it is installed.
Together with the new M2M solution for the corporate market, Beeline is launching as a “pilot” project a similar product “Home under supervision” for mass market subscribers. As part of the Video Control solution, customers will be able to create a set of sensors on their own, purchasing them separately. The cost varies from 390 to 890 rubles per sensor, and the MMS camera costs 4,490 rubles. The equipment includes a special tariff plan with a subscription fee of 50 rubles per month, which includes 25 SMS and 25 MMS messages. In the mass market, the “Supervised Home” solution will be sold as a set – 7,000 rubles. The subscription fee for the service will be 300 rubles per month with included traffic packages from 80 to 3000 SMS and MMS messages.
The pilot project “House under supervision” extends to the Southern and Siberian regions of Russia. Its purpose is to study consumer demand for further development M2M services in the mass market."
As a clarification: “House under supervision” kits should be sold to individuals in the cities of Krasnodar, Barnaul, Kemerovo, Krasnoyarsk. Novosibirsk, Omsk, Tomsk, Abakan, Kyzyl, Gorno-Altaisk, Norilsk. Based on the results of the pilot project, Beeline will decide on the advisability of starting sales in other regions. The “Video control” option will be available to corporate clients throughout Russia.
How it works
The “control center” of the system is the GSM MMS V900 B1 MMS camera. The camera has been on the market for two years now, but the software is of this device was redesigned specifically for the tasks of the security complex.
The sensors are constantly connected to the camera via a radio channel, and when any of them is triggered, the camera sends an SMS and MMS message with a photo of the scene of the event to the owner’s phone. Sensors can be purchased separately; the camera supports simultaneous work with a maximum of 15 devices.
The camera has its own built-in motion sensor, it also works and is involved in the system. There is a light sensor and 8 infrared LEDs that turn on automatically when you need to take a photo in the dark. True, the real range of the backlight is two to three meters, up to five meters with light walls and light furniture.
The camera has its own built-in battery, the declared resource when the external power is turned off is about a day in stand-by mode. All sensors and the light and sound warning unit (siren) are equipped with autonomous power supply (batteries) with a service life of about 1 year.
When any of the sensors is triggered, the system sends SMS and MMS messages and can simultaneously activate a light and sound siren. Photos from the scene of the incident can be viewed via the Web interface. You can also call the MMS camera and listen to what is happening in the room through the microphone built into the camera. Detailed technical characteristics of the components are below, at the end of the text.
Control
The control unit, sorry for the tautology, can be controlled by sending SMS messages to the camera or via the Web interface. I remember that when I tested this camera a year and a half or two ago, I spent half a day just trying to deal with SMS control commands, of which there are a great many “good and different”. Therefore, the Web interface is a great blessing and an act of humanism. Everything is conveniently configured, the parameters for triggering alerts, the format of sent MMS, etc. are immediately visible on the computer screen. Naturally, access to the Internet is required to view and manage. If you really need it, some settings can be made via SMS commands; the changed parameters are synchronized with the Web control window.
Specifications components
Sergey Potresov ()
