DREN Family DREN System DREN Cabinet DREN Intelligence Micro Motes FAQ

Frequently Asked Question?

Why did you develop the DREN?
Our research has shown that there is a strong demand for surveillance at critical infrastructures located in remote locations where a power source and or landline do not exist. While the initial concept behind the DREN was for critical infrastructure protection the application is suitable for any remote property requiring surveillance and security.

What are the "brains" in the DREN?
The DRENs are equipped with either a WebMon Edge or WebMon Matrix, both of which are manufactured at Dantel. The Edge and the Matrix with DREN Soft provides intelligent data/video collection, transport and control. In addition both WebMon units may collect and transmit alarm data and sensory data.

Can I just purchase a WebMon Edge or WebMon Matrix?
If you want to build your own surveillance and security application you may purchase either WebMon product as your intelligent transport and control solution.

What are the wireless options?
The DREN can be equipped with cellular options or point-to-point RF. The cellular options include CDMA, EDGE or GSM. Point-to-Point RF communication distances within cities are between 2-5 miles and in open areas between 6-10 miles.

Is the point-to-point RF encrypted?
Yes, no one else would be able to gain access to information being transported between the DREN and your base location.

Can I program the DREN by day and by hour?
Yes, the WebMon Edge or Matrix with DREN soft has a scheduling feature. For example, if you only wish to have video, sensory data and alarms communicated during off hours during the weekday and during all weekend hours the DREN may be scheduled accordingly.

Do I need a power source at the site to be monitored?
No, DRENs may be equipped with a solar power option.

Will the DREN endure in extreme temperatures, rain, fog, etc?
Yes, the DREN is ruggedized and suitable for any environment. The main components are located in a NEMA rated cabinet. The camera is housed in an environmentally controlled sealed dome.

Are the cameras fixed or pan-tilt-zoom (PTZ)? What is the compression?
The IP cameras can be either fixed or PTZ depending on the application. The PTZ camera is capable of zone of interest monitoring. The IP Cameras incorporated in to our DRENs use state of the art MPEG 4 compression.

Can the DREN be equipped with infrared?
Yes, the DREN can be equipped with an infrared option.

Can the video be stored for retrieval at a later date?
Yes, a DVR may be added to the DREN. In applications where multiple DRENs may be deployed a camera software management option is provided.

Do I need to be at the base station to view the video, sensory data?
No, the DREN technology provides for a high-speed data transfer over TPC/IP networks from remote sites. You can view the video and data on-site, off-site or on the go.

Are the DRENs fixed applications?
The DRENs may be in a fixed application however they are portable too. For example, as sites (residential construction) are completed the DREN may be moved to a new location. DRENs can be deployed on an as-needed basis.

What is a Micro Node?
The DREN is capable of receiving information (motion detection and other sensory data) through the incorporation of wireless micro nodes. For example, wireless PIRs can trigger the DREN camera to zoom to an area where motion has been detected. Other sensory devices (micro nodes) such a fire sensors, particulate sensors, etc. may transmit data back to the DREN. A wide variety of sensory inputs can be incorporated in to a DREN application.

Do all DRENs look alike?
Not necessarily. All DRENs are custom build, some may need a solar option, some may incorporate RF communications rather than cellular.

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