Hikvision’s AX PRO Ultra Panel combines advanced wireless intrusion detection with integrated video verification, offering a flexible security solution for both residential and commercial applications. The AX PRO series includes multiple panel options, all supporting Intruder Verification as a Service (IVaaS), Tri-X / CAM-X protocol, and auto-enrollment with app-based programming. The Ultra AX PRO panel—DS-PWA96-M2H-WE—is a hybrid system, supporting both wireless and wired sensors, making it ideal for sites looking to upgrade from older wired alarm systems while retaining existing wired sensors.
Smarter Verification with Alarm and Video Integration
At the heart of the AX PRO Ultra Panel is its ability to merge alarm and video functionalities, enhancing situational awareness. False alarms are a persistent challenge in the industry, often leading to response delays. The AX PRO Ultra Panel aims to address this by delivering a 7-second video clip—5 seconds before and 2 seconds after an event—providing immediate context for each alert. This real-time visual verification, accessible via email or the Hik-Connect app, allows users to quickly determine whether an alert requires action. Additionally, the panel’s support for both onboard video verification and integration with third-party IP cameras (via ONVIF) ensures broad compatibility for different security setups.
Enhanced Wireless Communication and Reliability
The AX PRO Ultra Panel leverages Hikvision’s proprietary Tri-X wireless technology to provide ultra-long RF communication, extending up to 2000 metres for standard devices. The system also supports the CAM-X wireless protocol, optimised for PIR cameras, ensuring stable image and alarm transmission within an 800-metre range. This dual-channel architecture minimises interference and enables superfast data delivery. For businesses relying on fast response, such as retail or logistics hubs, minimising transmission delays can make a tangible difference in security outcomes.
The panel also features a dual SIM card design, significantly enhancing communication reliability. If one cellular network encounters an outage or weak signal, the system automatically switches to an alternative provider, ensuring continuous alarm transmission. This redundancy is particularly beneficial in remote areas or locations with inconsistent network coverage, where maintaining a stable connection is paramount.
Installation and Scalability for Larger Applications
With support for up to 96 wireless inputs and outputs, the AX PRO Ultra Panel is built for scalability. Ideal for larger premises such as retail stores and warehouses, the panel integrates seamlessly with legacy wired systems, offering a practical upgrade path without the need for a full system overhaul. As a hybrid panel, the DS-PWA96-M2H-WE version supports both wired and wireless sensors, making it particularly well-suited for sites with existing wired alarm infrastructure that require a modern wireless expansion.
Designed with flexibility and ease-of-use in mind, the AX PRO Ultra Panel offers an extended battery life and a stronger signal, ensuring reliability in larger residential buildings and business premises. While Hikvision has streamlined the setup process with features designed to reduce complexity for installers, real-world installation conditions, such as interference or legacy system limitations, may still present challenges. The auto-enrollment function allows devices to be automatically detected and paired with the system when powered on near the hub, significantly cutting down installation time. Meanwhile, app-based programming enables installers to configure the system using a mobile device, eliminating the need for physical interaction with the panel. Through the Hik-Connect app, users can fine-tune security settings, check signal strength, and monitor device status in real time, improving overall efficiency and accuracy.
The AX PRO Ultra Panel demonstrates Hikvision’s approach to combining alarm and video technology in a single platform. Its success will depend on how well it performs across varied installation environments. By addressing common challenges in alarm verification, wireless communication, and installation complexity, it offers a compelling solution for businesses and homeowners seeking a more integrated security system.
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