Sensors
How to use Sensors
PADS4 allows you to integrate cameras, camera management software, and other sensor devices to collect and process real-time data. These sensors provide audience measurement, facial recognition, people counting, and environmental monitoring capabilities.
For a list of certified sensors, check the Certified Sensors Page.
Overview
The Sensors Overview section displays all added sensors. A green dot indicates that PADS4 has an active connection to the sensor.Adding a New Sensor
To add a new sensor, follow these steps:- Go to the Sensors Overview Page in PADS4.
- Click the “New” button in the header.
- Select the Sensor Type – Camera or Sensor Management Software.
- Specify the Model/Type of the device.
- Optionally Add a Description & Location to help identify the sensor.
- Enter the Credentials and Hostname where the sensor is located.
- Save the Configuration – PADS4 will attempt to establish a connection.
Grouping Sensors into Areas
An Area is a logical grouping of sensors. This allows for aggregated data collection and analysis.People Counting
- If multiple people-counting cameras are in an Area, their data is combined.
- Useful for tracking total occupancy when there are multiple entry points.
Creating a New Area
- Go to the Areas Page in PADS4.
- Click “New” in the header.
- Enter an Area Name and (optional) description.
- Select Sensors that belong to this area.
- Assign Rules to automate incident detection.
- Save the Configuration.
Defining Incident Rules
Rules define what conditions trigger an incident, allowing automated responses.Available Rules
| Rule | Description |
|---|---|
| No Facemask | Detects if a person is not wearing a facemask and triggers an incident. |
| Maximum People Count | Sets a maximum occupancy for an area. If exceeded, an incident is created. |
| Maximum Temperature | Monitors body temperature. If exceeding a set threshold (e.g., 36.5°C), an incident is triggered. |
| Milestone Alarms | Uses Milestone VMS alarms to detect security or safety concerns. Alarms can trigger incidents. |
Note: The temperature setting must match the camera’s configured unit (Celsius or Fahrenheit).
Managing Incidents
Incidents are generated when rules are triggered. You can manage incidents in the PADS4 CTRL Center. For more details, see the How to Use Incidents Page.Using Sensor Data in PADS4 Designer
PADS4 Designer allows you to integrate sensor data into presentations.Data Usage Options
- Real-time camera events for interactive presentations.
- Aggregated area data for audience analytics.
- Incident alerts displayed on signage for immediate response.