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PRODUCT TEST
What’s in the box? The tested system consisted of two items; each was individually packaged and contained: Hub 2 Jeweller Plus Mains lead Quick start guide MotionCam Quick start guide
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he Ajax Hub 2 Plus Jeweller is an enhanced version of their original security control Panel that can support image alarm verification when used with compatible devices. The Jeweller reference relates to the radio protocol used to communicate alarm events quickly over extended distances (up to 2000 metres in free space). Authentication and encryption secure the links and low energy use extends device battery life. It was tested here using a MotionCam unit
Getting started
The Jeweller reference relates to the radio protocol used to communicate alarm events quickly over extended distances (up to 2000 metres in free space) 14
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The Hub 2 Plus must be connected to the internet for connection with the Ajax Cloud service. This is hosted on AWS servers and provides the link to the mobile app used for setup, management, and monitoring. If being installed as part of a new system, the power lead provided for the Hub 2 may have a European 2-pin plug. This can be adapted or fitted with a UK 13 Amp plug or replaced by a UK standard figure of eight socket lead. With the rear panel slid from the unit, the mains input and network RJ45 socket can be found side by side towards the top of the unit. To the right-hand side, a pair of SIM sockets allow for alternative communication channels. Once the Hub 2 is installed and configured using the Ajax app (available on iOS or Android sites) any additional devices can be added. When powered and once the power button is pressed, the front panel logo illuminates to show activity, first red, and then green when initialised (or white if Wi-Fi also enabled).
Ajax – Hub 2 Plus Jeweller (and MotionCam)
Whilst being mains powered, the Hub 2 has internal 3Ah re-chargeable batteries that give up to 15-hours backup time.
Menu options All functions are controlled by the app which has four tabs, Devices, Rooms, Notification, and Control. The Devices tab is where you can add additional devices and lists each of those currently connected. Selecting a device takes you to its status page with a gearwheel symbol to take you to the settings page (subject to permission level). The Rooms tab takes you to a page where you can add further rooms to the system and when a room is selected shows all its associated devices. The Notification Tab lists all the events and actions. From here any alarm videos can be viewed. The Control tab shows a simple control panel similar in layout to the optional key fob control. It shows the location selected and its Armed / Disarmed status. Four buttons are displayed to: Arm, Disarm, set Night Mode, or create a Panic alarm. Menu option from the top of the screen gives access to the App settings, Help accesses all of the device manuals, problems can be reported, and a Video Surveillance option can be used to access cameras from specific suppliers or using RTSP connection.
Hardware The Hub 2 has dimensions of 163 x 163 x 36mm and weighs 351g, it has a slide-off ‘SmartBracket’ that requires some force to
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