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Category of alarm: Wired

Company: Regal Security Distributors

Brand: OPTEX

Device name: REDSCAN Pro

Communications capabilities: TCP/IP and ONVIF

Technology used: LiDAR.

Firmware: Upgradable by technician.

Variations in range available: REDSCAN Pro; REDSCAN Mini-Pro; REDSCAN Mini.

Integrations available: Video management software (VSM) and PSIM; ONVIF compliance; network security features: HTTPS, SNMP and IEEE802.1X.

Description: REDSCAN, OPTEX’s award-winning LiDAR security system, accurately detects the size and distance of moving objects. Using advanced sensors and intelligent analytics, it creates an invisible barrier to protect buildings and assets. Unlike traditional systems, REDSCAN’s LiDAR technology is unaffected by heat or lighting, ensuring reliable security across diverse environments. It’s ideal for various safety and security applications.

Contact: Christiaan de Jager

Tel: +27 11 553 3300

[email protected]



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