falcon-net

A short survey of applications and technology of Falcon radar detectors.

Net 2 / Net 3

Microprocessor controlled radar detector with network communication for use in traffic management systems. Its RS 485 multi-point communication supplies nearly real-time data for a traffic controller. Every Falcon Net is assigned with an unique network address on the network bus with up to 15 detectors. Falcon Net 2 (11° x 11° antenna) for mounting in an overhead position with a lane selective round radar spot. Falcon Net 3 (11° x 18° antenna) with higher distance range for mounting in overhead or sidefire position with an elliptic radar spon on the lane. With a typical mounting angle of 45° the detector delivers speed, length value for vehicle classification and inter-vehicle net time gap when a vehicle passes the beam. Detects approaching and / or leaving vehicles (detection direction adjustable). The detection distance range is adjustable. A RS 485 / RS 232 network adapter for a simple PC connection is optional available.

Applications:

  • Radar detector network connected to traffic management systems
  • Radar detector network connected to traffic counter systems (single vehicle data, vehicle counting and classification, speed, net time gap, …)
  • Traffic jam warning, wrong direction driver warning
  • Tunnel surveillance
  • Traffic density and travel time calculation

Technique:

viafalcon.NET 2

  • Sensor type: CW stereo-Doppler radar, planar module
  • Type of detection: Movement
  • Detected direction: uni- or bidirectional
  • Antenna: 11° x 11° Patchantenna
  • Transmit frequency & power: 24.165 GHz / 5mW
  • Detection distance range (cars): 50 m
  • Detected speed range: 0.5 – 255 km/h
  • Power supply (nom, min, max): 12V / 8V – 36V DC
  • Current consumption @ 12V DC: 90 mA
  • Signal outputs: –
  • Data outputs: Yes
  • Interface (Standard): RS 485
  • Interface (Optional): –
  • Data protocol, format: CSMA / CD, binary
  • Data transmission rate : till 115 kbps
  • Operational temperature range: -40° – +70° Celsius
  • Housing (H x W x D): 120 x 120 x 90 mm
  • Housing protection class: IP 66
  • Other features: Network capability, up to 15 detectors per bus line
  • Options: Integrated male socket with female cable connector

viafalcon.NET 3

  • Sensor type: CW stereo-Doppler radar, planar module
  • Type of detection: Movement
  • Detected direction: uni- or bidirectional
  • Antenna: 11° x 18° Patchantenna
  • Transmit frequency & power: 24.165 GHz / 5mW
  • Detection distance range (cars): 250 m
  • Detected speed range: 0.5 – 255 km/h
  • Power supply (nom, min, max): 12V / 8V – 36V DC
  • Current consumption @ 12V DC: 90 mA
  • Signal outputs: –
  • Data outputs: Yes
  • Interface (Standard): RS 485
  • Interface (Optional): –
  • Data protocol, format: CSMA / CD, binary
  • Data transmission rate : till 115 kbps
  • Operational temperature range: -40° – +70° Celsius
  • Housing (H x W x D): 120 x 120 x 90 mm
  • Housing protection class: IP 66
  • Other features: Network capability, up to 15 detectors per bus line
  • Options: Integrated male socket with female cable connector

Accessories:

  • Falcon Net adapter: For a serial connection between Falcon Net and PC.
  • Falcon Net connector: Integrated male socket with female cable connector.