Monday, February 28, 2011

EAS System / antitheft system

Electronic article surveillance (EAS) is a technological method for preventing shoplifting from retail stores or pilferage of books from libraries. Special tags are fixed to merchandise or books. These tags are removed or deactivated by the clerks when the item is properly bought or checked out. At the exits of the store, a detection system sounds an alarm or otherwise alerts the staff when it senses active tags. For high-value goods that are to be manipulated by the patrons, wired alarm clips may be used instead of tags.

EAS Gate
Promatic PDS3210 Electronic Article Surveillance System is designed and manufactured by a team of highly trained electronic engineers in the field of security engineering. The system uses the Radio Frequency technology to tags all merchandise thus allow the merchant with the ability to prevent unpaid item from leaving the store without notice. The PSD3210 while prevent commodities from being stolen effective at the same time it can help to built relationship between customers and store owner. This system is designed to suits all kinds of retail sites, such as supermarkets, AV stores, clothing stores, bookstores, library, drug stores, game arcade and any establishment that have an open shelf business concept etc. This system can also be used to tags on elderly in homes and children in child care centre. The Securitex/Promatic EAS system was manufactured under the ISO9000 standard and carries the CE certification as well.

The PDS3210 system c/w the following advantages:

- High sensitivity and very low false alarm rate as the system adopted the 2nd generation DSP (Digital Signal Processor) technology.
- Anti-disturbance from metal handcart, hand’s touch and it can also be installed on gate with metal baffle
- It adopts filter technology and decrease noise circuit technology.
- Two kinds of alarm tone---quick and slow, it also has three kinds of volume---high, medium and low for you to choose according to your needs and the environment noise level.
- It is also very convenient to install and calibrate.
- Performance is unique and novelty. The design is very pleasing to the surrounding as the unit is manufactured from metal structure thus it is very rugged, reliable and highly durable.

How does EAS work.

Electronic Article Surveillance system (EAS) is a kind of electronic anti-shoplifting system that can decrease shoplifting when retail enterprise implement open-shelf sale this in-return increase sales and profit. EAS system consists of electronic sensors (transmitter and receiver), deactivator system and label or tag. Electronic sensor that are located at store exit and entrance transmitter (TX) will send a unique RF signal at certain frequencies to a receiver (RX) which creates a "RF surveillance zone" around the store exit/entrance. When a product with an active label or hard tag is moved past a this sensor surveillance area, the sensor will detect this tags and sets off an alarm. Radio Frequency (RF) is the most popular and common technology in today EAS system, it adopts Radio Frequency as Transmit and Receive signal, the detection frequency ranges from 7.x~8.xMHz. The advantage of RF EAS system is cost effective.

Intelligent Digital Identification Technology.

EAS Deactifator
PDS3210 series of digital RF sensor using AD transform technology sampling the simulative signal high-speed, prosecuting computerized signal intelligent identification (CSDM) label under noisy background. It is different from the simple parametric technology that it only identifies the spectrum and the functionary periods of label signal. At the same time, it increase filter and decrease noise circuit in these new technology compared with traditional EAS system. With this new technology implemented in PDS3210 sensors it increase the sensitivity but prevent low and false alarm at the same time.

Securitex/Promatic PDS3210-EC can also be use in the field of human movement monitoring application. In serve cases of senile dementia patients, normally they will wonders of the premises without the staff and doctors noticing them. At Securitex our system will be able to alert the respective doctors, nurses or caregivers when this patients wonder of the premises. The system will be able to sent out a signal to the caregivers and corrective action can be taken before this patient wonders off and get lost.

Securitex/Promatic PDS3210-CC can also be use in the child care centre to monitor the movement of the children within the centre. Many time children get lost when they wonder off the premises without the teachers and attendance noticing them. At Securitex our system will be able to alert the respective centers attendance when this children play nears the doors or when strangers try to bring the child out of the centre . The system will be able to sent out a signal to the caregivers and corrective action can be taken before this child wonders off and get lost.

Technological parameter and specifications
Bandwidth 7.7-8.7Mhz
Scan frequency 162, 171, 180 and 189Hz (optional frequencies can be request as well)
Signal Sampling rate 21.8us
Inspection distance soft label 1.2 meters and Hard tag 1.5 meters
EAS Tag, Soft Label
Detect speed 0m/s
Optional Frequency 8.2Mhz and 10.5Mhz
Alarm Volume High, Medium, Low (Can be adjusted)
Alarm Tone Quick and slow (Can be adjusted)
Dimension 1650X304X85 (mm)
Optional Colour Black Orange Vein and Silver gray


Promatic can provide all kinds of EAS soft label that can be stick to the surface of merchandise that needs to be protected. It can also be put together with the packaging material of merchandise so it can protect merchandise conveniently.

VINCULUM USB-HOST Starter Kit

VINCULUM USB-HOST Starter Kit is a USB host controller module that can be used to interface a USB device via UART, parallel FIFO and SPI. This module can be used for applications related to USB devices such as access USB data, communicate with a HID (Human Interface Device), CDC (Communication Device Class) and compatible with other FTDI devices. Interface UART, parallel FIFO and SPI are supported by this module has a voltage level compatible with TTL voltage levels. This will allow users to link this module with microcontroller-based system / microprocessor.
  
  
Specifications:
    *
Dimensions : 9.2 cm (L) x 7.3 cm (W) x 1.3 cm (H)
    * Based VNC1L IC that functions as a USB host controller
    
* There are 2 USB ports that can be connected with USB flash disks, USB devices HID, CDC or any other FTDI devices.
    
* Support the interface UART, parallel FIFO and SPI with TTL voltage level (5 volt tolerant).
    
* The UART interface supports baud rate 300 bps to 1 Mbps, with the default configuration of 9600 bps, 8, N, 1, flow control CTS / RTS.
    
* The SPI interface serves as the SPI slave with clock speeds up to 12 MHz.
    
* Line interface can be accessed through a header which is equipped housing so as to minimize wiring errors.
    
* The selection interface is done through the configuration jumper settings.
    
* Available for IC VNC1L the reset button.
    
* Available LED indicators for port USB1, USB2, power supplies and programs.
    
* Using the SMD components and aluminum capacitors makes this module compact size.
    
* 5 VDC power supply is equipped with a safety blue terminal polarity via 2 pin making it easier for cable installation.
    
* The software (firmware) VNC1L IC can be updated, the update files can be obtained from the website VINCULUM.
    
* Includes software to help update the firmware IC VNC1L via computer.
    
* Available IC firmware update guide VNC1L through UART interface.
    
* Equipped with a schematic circuit and test program for the module.

Equipment:

    
* 1 unit VINCULUM board USB-HOST Starter KIT.
    
* CD / DVD-ROM contains the datasheet, firmware VNC1L, VNC1L firmware update software, test programs, manuals, and schematic firmware update procedure. 


GSM Starter Kit (local board)

GSM Starter Kit is a technology development module GSM / GPRS-based means of exchanging SIM300C to voice (telephone), data exchange text (SMS) via GSM and exchange data via GPRS. This module is equipped with an LCD 16 characters x 2 lines for the display media. This module has a UART serial interface TTL / RS232. This module can be used for electronic toll-application mobile phone sales, as well as other applications that require data communications over GSM / GPRS network.

  Specifications:
    *
Dimensions: 12 cm (L) x 11.5 cm (W) x 2.6 cm (H)
    * Based SIM300C, module GSM Tri-Band: EGSM 900, DCS 1800 and PCS 1900.
    
* Support SIM card with a voltage of 1.8 V and 3 V.
    
* Supports GPRS multi-slot class 10, the SIM Application Toolkit features, features Fax and TCP / IP.
    
* GPRS downlink data transfer speeds up to 85.6 Kbps and a maximum of 42.8 kbps GPRS uplink in normal network traffic.
    
* Support for speech codec mode with half rate, full rate and enhanced full rate.
    
* Supports phonebook and SMS storage on the SIM card (Phonebook and SMS number in accordance with the capacity of the SIM).
    
* Support the PDU and text mode (the setting in software via AT Command).
    
* Features autobauding, election baud rate automatically.
    
* Available LCD 16 characters x 2 lines are equipped with LCD contrast regulator.
    
* There is a button to turn on or turn off the GSM module.
    
* Available LED indicator for GSM and the GSM module.
    
* Available as an indicator buzzer rings (incoming call).
    
* There is a socket for battery Real-Time Clock (RTC) 3V type 'CR2032'.
    
* Options UART serial interface RS-232 or serial TTL UART fully compatible with PC-Link USBer.
    
* Available LED status indicators UART serial communication (valid / invalid data).
    
* Can be connected and controlled directly through the computer serial port.
    
* Available header for keypad 4 X 4, 4-bit LCD, SPI & Debug.
    
* Available unuk header I / O with TTL level, can be used to control or indicator GSM module.
    
* Available 1 channel ADC with a range from 0 to 2.4 VDC is converted to a value of 0-2400.
    
* Supply voltage 9-12 VDC, equipped with on-board voltage regulator.
    
* Available RJ-10 connector for connection to the handheld (the receiver) and a port for hands-free.
    
* Compatible with DT-51 Low Cost series and DT-AVR Low Cost series and support the system microcontroller / microprocessor another.
    
* There are examples of applications written using Borland ® Delphi ™ and BASCOM-8051 ©.
Equipment:

    
* 1 piece of GSM Starter Kit board.
    
* 1 piece handsfree mono (mic + speaker).
    
* 1 piece of antenna GSM / GPRS (with antenna cable along the ± 1.4 m)
    
* 1 set of DE-9 serial cable (over 1.25 m)
    
* 1 sheet Quick Start
    
* 1 piece of CD which contains a sample application, the program tester, manual and datasheet. 

Friday, February 25, 2011

Figaro Integrated Circuit for CO sensor, FIC00460

Figaro Integrated Circuit for CO sensor  FIC00460 (gas sensor type TGS2442)

Features:
  • high reliable computer control for sensor opereation and signal processing
  • design for a low number of external electric components to connect
  • 3 level indication accordance with CO gas concentration
  • audible alarm on time-weighted averaging of CO gas concentration
  • option for mono color or tri color LED drive
  • option for external drive or self-drive buzzer
  • function for self diagnostic circuit
  • buzzer test/mute function
  • function for externsl input/output
  • watchdog timer
  • simplified gas calibration mode
  • conform to standard UL2034

TGS 2442 - for the detection of Carbon Monoxide

TGS 2442 - for the detection of Carbon Monoxide by Figaro

TGS 2442 utilizes a multilayer sensor structure.  A glass layer for thermal insulation     is printed between a ruthenium oxide (RuO2)      heater and an alumina substrate.    A  pair of Au electrodes for the heater are formed on a thermal insulator. The gas sensing layer, which is formed of tin dioxide (SnO2), is printed on an electrical insulation layer which covers the heater.    A pair of Au electrodes for measuring sensor resistance  are formed on the electrical insulator. Activated charcoal is filled between the internal cover and the outer cover for the purpose of reducing the influence of noise gases.  
TGS 2442  displays good selectivity to carbon monoxide, making it ideal for CO monitors.  In the presence of CO, the sensor's conductivity increases depending on the gas concentration in the air.  A simple pulsed electrical circuit operating on a one second circuit voltage cycle can convert the change in conductivity to an output signal  which corresponds to gas concentration.

 Features:                                                      
        * Low power consumption                                            
        * High sensitivity/selectivity to carbon monoxide (CO)                                      
        * Miniature size
        * Low sensitivity to alcohol vapor
        * Long life and low cost
        * Low humidity dependency
Applications: 
 * CO detectors 
 * Air quality controllers 
 * Indoor parking lot ventilation 

TGS 2201 - for detection of Gasoline and Diesel Exhaust Gas

TGS 2201 - for detection of Gasoline and Diesel Exhaust Gas by Figaro

Features:                                                                 
* Dual sensor element                                                      
        * High sensitivity to exhaust gases emitted by both gasoline and diesel-fueled engines
        * Long life and low cost
        * Uses simple electrical circuit

Applications:
* Automobile ventilation control 

The TGS 2201 contains two independent sensing elements on one substrate and produces separate output signals for responding to diesel and gasoline exhaust gases. This feature makes TGS2201 is an ideal senor for application in automatic damper control systems for automobile ventilation. 

AF30 CIGARETTE SMOKE SENSOR

AF30 CIGARETTE SMOKE SENSOR  by GE

DESCRIPTION:                                                    
Gas sensor made with thick film element.

FEATURES:
• Constant heater voltage
• Tight resistance tolerance
• High sensitivity
• Typical applications include air purifier

DATA:
Operating conditions:
Operating   temperature............ -10 to +55 C
Storage   temperature ............... -30 to +60oC
Load Resistor R        ..............................Variable
Heater   resistance ....................... 27Ω  (nom)
Rated power consumption P  .......... <15mW
Rated working voltage of circuit VC ........ 5V d.c. or 5V rms a.c. (max 12V)
Rated working voltage of heater ....................... 5 ±0.2V d.c. 
Parts and material:
Sensing   element ......... Semi-conducting   oxide
Thick film heater ............................ Platinum 
Case................................... Nylon 66
Pin .............................................. Nickel alloy 
 Typical   gas   sensitivity:
Flame arrestor ....................................... Double 100-mesh stainless gauze (SUS316)
Sensitivity     characteristics:
                      Specification        Conditions
 Sensor resistance           15k to 35k Ω      In clean air
 Rgas                   (*)
 Resistance ratio
 Gas sensitivity                     0.2 to 0.4      at 10ppm H2 to
 Rgas/Rair                       clean air (*)
 Power                   535mW (max)
 consumption             (*) Correlation between H  and cigarette smoke
Mechanical        characteristics:
 Test         Condition                                                     Performance
 Vibration    Frequency:                         10 - 500 Hz                Should satisfy the
 Amplitude (10 - 50Hz):             2 mm                       specifications shown in the
 Acceleration (50 - 500 Hz)         10G                        sensitivity characteristics
 Recipricol scanning time:          5 min 
Test time: 2 hours each for X, Y and Z directions
 Shock        Acceleration:                      100G
              Number of impacts:                 5

Thursday, February 24, 2011

8 Channel Delta Servo Controller

8 Channel Delta Servo Controller  is a servo controller module which has feedback feature that detects how much the motor rotates. To secure the servo from damage due to mechanical failure feedback is also available to stop the movement when the servo is active. There is also a feature to move the servo in relative lockstep. DSR-08 module is DSR-30 module with the DSR-08 firmware (different firmware).

Specifications:
- 8 Channel Servo Controller
- 25 Step servo angle
- Independent strength of the servo adjustment
- RS232 Port
- 8 Encoder Feedback input (DEC-xx compatible)
- 8 Sensor Feedback (used for limit switch or current sensing detection)
- Relatif movement of angle position
- Baudrate 9600 bps 8N1

30 Channel Delta Servo Controller

30 Channel Delta Servo Controller is a servo motor controller module via the serial port. Servo motor movements arranged by using PWM in which the position of the servo is determined by the PWM pulse width. In mechanical Ròbotic Application for example , there more than one servo's movement controlled.

This will be quite complicated when performed by a microcontroller where the microcontroller is still to be developed for other functions of the robotic.

The Device which has 30 channels that can control the position of 30 servo motors and through data sent from the serial port would be very helpful in this regard. The main microcontroller only send a commands to the position of each servo. Addition servo positioning  also commands for the current servo position.

Specifications:
- 30 Channel Servo
- Can learn the value of each PWM servo
- TTL UART
- Through hole Printed Circuit Board

ATTiny2313 Minimum System

ATTiny 2313 Minimum System.
Compact Board and easy use minimum system with simple manual

Tech Specs:
- 4 PWM Channel
- 12 Port I/O
- Infrared Receiver
- 1Kb I2C EEPROM
- Onboard Power Regulator
- RS232 Cable