RCS-1 is a Remote Camera System designed for outdoor rapid deployment operations.

The system tailored for law enforcement , security and special operations forces. It allows for camera intallation close to the required observation area and communicates data to a remote center.

Each stand alone system includes a tripod with a high quality camera, a power supply package, a wireless communications package enables deployment of the observation unit to be within 2 kilometers away from the surveillance cameras. The deployable element has a low footprint for concealed operation and can be put into operation in less than 5 minutes.

The technology of the system is state-of-the-art in all aspects: CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) technology, state-of-the-art IVA, Video Motion Detection (VDM) from Magal, and a sophiscated encrypted wireless communication.





Building blocks

The system consist of 4 main modules in robust packaging, optimized for continuous outdoor operation

Observation module
The observation module consist of: CCD camera mounted on a single pedestal and packaged in a robust all weather sealed container; a two-meter high tripod, which also supports the communication antenna and a high quality PTZF engine with tilt, zoom, focus and free 360 degree rotation capability.

Wireless communication array
The wireless communication package consists of two antennas, one on the sensor side and one next to the observation side, and two transceivers (one per side). The communication package enables the physical separation between the sensors and the observation team, which is critical for concealed operations. The communication is encrypted to ensure secured communication to overcome organized crime and terrorist hostile operations. The communication can be based on either Wireless LAN (WLAN) or any other commercial wide band platform. Optional Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) communication through satellites, provides an unlimited range of communication.

Power package
Up to 4 hours of continuous operation of surveillance are supported by the power if a package which can be assisted by auxiliary batteries, an external supply or solar panels.

Control unit
The control package consists of a tablet PC which enables video monitoring, a joystick to drive the cameras pedestal and an optional video server which is used for video storage, IVA functionality and other services. The control unit, which is the heart of the remote observation point, can be located in a vehicle, a shelter or outdoor.