Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller

Wireless PIR motion detector with an anti-masking system and extended photo verification possibilities. Supports HD resolution.

Unmasking every threat with evidence in HD

Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller is an indoor motion detector with enhanced anti-sabotage features that are ideal for vacant properties and public spaces. The detector has a new optical system with a reduced blind zone1 of only 80 cm and enables crawling person2 detection. Photo on demand, by alarm, schedule, arming/disarming, and scenario keeps the monitoring company informed about the on-site situation at any time. The detector raises the alarm in case of opening the device enclosure, removing the device from the mounting panel, or identifying any masking attempts by capturing HD photos of incidents. But there’s more: the detector captures and delivers photos at incredible speeds due to TurboWings protocol. Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller is designed to protect any property with an increased threat of sabotage.

Key features

• Up to 12 m motion detection distance
• Photo size selection
  
  • 160 × 120 pixels
  • 320 × 240 pixels
  • 640 × 480 pixels
  • 960 × 720 pixels
• Anti-masking system with adjustable level of sensitivity
• Crawling person detection improved sensitivity in lower lens areas
• 4.5 seconds to deliver the first photo thanks to the TurboWings radio protocol
• Various types of photo verification
  
  • Photo by alarm
  • Photo on demand
  • Photo by scenario
  • Photo by schedule
  • Photo by masking attempt
  • Photo by tamper alarm
  • Photo by arming/disarming
• Software algorithm to prevent false alarms
• Enhanced motion detection with a decreased blind zone1 of up to 80 cm
• 3 levels of motion detection sensitivity that can be set in the Ajax PRO app
• HDR technology for clear photos
• HD photos photos with a resolution of 960 × 720 pixels are delivered in 15.5 seconds
• Up to 4 years of operation on pre-installed enhanced batteries
• Informative push notifications
• Lock
• Photo privacy protection
• Remote control and configuration
• Temperature compensation for effective detection in heat and cold
• Holding screw to secure the detector on a mounting panel
• Up to 3,500 m communication range with an Ajax hub or a range extender
• Superior Jeweller and TurboWings radio communication
• Frequency hopping
• IR illumination for low-light conditions
• Hassle-free installation
• Automatic over-the-air updates

HD to capture every detail

With HD technology, photos from cameras become clearer and sharper, allowing better visibility of text, faces, and other details. Based on the facility requirements, PRO users can choose from four resolution options to balance image quality and delivery speed. HD resolution is ideal when a priority is to capture as much detail as possible. Images with lower resolution are sent faster, which is important for real-time monitoring. For example, with QVGA resolution, images arrive in just 4.5 seconds. The preferred photo resolution can be configured remotely via Ajax desktop and mobile apps.

Four resolutions are available

• HD (960 × 720 pixels)
  
  • The best quality to capture any detail
• VGA (640 × 480 pixels)
  
  • Balance of quality and delivery speed
• QVGA (320 × 240 pixels)
  
  • Fast delivery with moderate quality
• QQVGA (160 × 120 pixels)
  
  • The fastest delivery

HDR for challenging lighting conditions

Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller captures clear, balanced images using an advanced optical system, a CMOS sensor, and HDR (High Dynamic Range) technology. HDR improves colors and contrast by combining photos with different exposures into one. This prevents images from being too bright or too dark. As a result, photos look more colorful, detailed, and natural — just like we see things in real life.

Advanced photo verification

Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller provides comprehensive visual verification of any security event. It takes clear HD photos in just 15.5 seconds4 and helps users and security companies assess the situation immediately. The detector can take photos on demand, by alarm, schedule, scenario, tamper alarm, arming/disarming, or masking attempt. This ensures that every critical event in the protected area is documented and can be instantly verified.

• Photo by alarm
• Photo on demand
• Photo by schedule
• Photo by scenario
• Photo by masking attempt
• Photo by tamper alarm
• Photo by arming/disarming

TurboWings for fast photo transmission over long distances

Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller not only captures exceptional detail but also transmits it to the app incredibly fast over long distances. This is possible thanks to TurboWings, an Ajax Systems’ enhanced data transfer protocol. With TurboWings, Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller delivers photos twice as fast as other Ajax motion detectors.

No intruder goes unnoticed

Masking sensors
Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller is equipped with sensors that react to masking the lens. Any sabotage attempt, such as placing obstacles in front of the lens, spraying paint, or even covering the lens with opaque material, is instantly detected. In this case, the system raises the alarm and takes a photo, allowing security companies to respond immediately to potential threats. This protection level is essential for facilities such as vacant properties, schools, shops, restaurants, and other public places, as they require enhanced security measures due to the risk of intentional lens masking. The detector has three sensitivity levels of masking detection that can be configured in Ajax PRO apps to adapt the device to any site conditions.

PIR sensor
All Ajax motion detectors use PIR sensors by Excelitas Technologies — a field-leading American manufacturer specializing in designing and producing optronic components since 1931. Ajax Systems constantly proves the sensor's Superior quality at the production stage: we test 100% of manufactured devices. This approach ensures the utmost accuracy of intrusion detection.

Special lens
A new optical system design prioritizes maximum security. Like other Ajax motion detectors, Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller uses a PIR sensor and a Fresnel lens to detect thermal noise and avoid false alarms. The detector features consistent sensitivity throughout the entire detection area and a reduced blind zone1 of up to 80 cm. Since the detection zone extends from floor level to full human height, the detector does not support the pet immunity feature. This allows it to reliably detect any intruder, regardless of whether they are running, crawling2, or walking slowly. The specialized pattern of Fresnel lens sections provides the detector with precise information about thermal objects and their movement.

Thermal interferences filter
We processed thousands of thermal patterns caused by people and the environment to develop the SmartDetect software algorithm. In armed mode, the detector constantly analyzes the thermal diagram from the PIR sensor, including the IR radiation intensity, thermal spot size, motion speed, time spent in the detection zone, and other parameters. The algorithm filters out potential false triggers such as headlights, lighting devices, and heat flows instantly and with high accuracy. As a result, the detector accurately responds to motion without false alarms.

Temperature compensation
Temperature compensation is a software mechanism that maintains the contrast of the thermal diagram even if the ambient temperature is close to the temperature of the human body. With each ambient temperature measurement, the detector corrects the PIR sensor data according to the coefficient table stored in its memory. The detector is effective over the entire operating temperature range.

Sensitivity level
The detector’s sensitivity can be adjusted via Ajax apps to match specific site conditions. PRO users can choose from four sensitivity levels to balance detection accuracy with false alarm prevention. Lower sensitivity works well in spaces with potential thermal interference, such as areas near heating equipment or in direct sunlight. Higher sensitivity is recommended for spaces requiring enhanced security, while the very high setting ensures detection of even the slightest movement in the protected area. The optimal setting can be determined during installation via the detection zone test. The setting can be adjusted at any time when the system is disarmed if environmental conditions change or false alarms occur.

Professional installation
With the proper installation at the height of 2.4 m and lens direction perpendicular to an alleged intrusion path, Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller provides an accurate thermal diagram. It instantly responds to a real threat, minimizing false alarms. The detector is available exclusively to Ajax Systems authorized partners who have completed specialized training. This ensures reliable device operation and maximum security of the protected area.
Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller does not support the pet immunity feature.

Discover future-proof hardware

• IR illumination for low-light conditions
• A lens with reduced blind zone1 and enhanced crawling person detection2
• HD camera with HDR technology support
• PIR sensor
• Masking sensors
• Tamper button alarm
• Superior Jeweller and TurboWings antennas
• Enhanced pre-installed batteries
• Holding screw
• SmartBracket mounting panel

Stable performance in heat and cold

The Ajax Superior devices are equipped with high-quality batteries from proven manufacturers only. In addition to real-time testing on the battery production stage, Ajax Systems inspects every unit to ensure the accuracy of the batteries’ characteristics. The temperature range does not affect the capacity, as the batteries provide stable performance in temperatures from –10 °С to +40 °С.

• Mininal impact of threshold temperature on battery life
• High quality proven by regular tests
• Up to 4 years of operation on pre-installed batteries

Enhanced wireless technologies

Ajax systems use secure two-way communication powered by proprietary radio protocols. Superior Jeweller7 delivers reliability with strong encryption, advanced frequency hopping, and outstanding energy efficiency. TurboWings complements it by transmitting photo verification data from motion detectors and ensuring connected devices always have the latest firmware7 through regular updates.

• Up to 3,500 m of radio communication with a hub or range extender6
• Two-way radio communication with enhanced encryption
• Jamming detection and advanced frequency hopping
• 4.5 seconds3 to deliver the first photo

Scaled and comprehensive

Superior ReX G3 Jeweller boosts the radio range of all Ajax devices via Superior Jeweller7 and TurboWings protocols, ensuring stable communication. It also can be connected to the hub via Ethernet, using the wire as an additional communication channel to deliver communication through steel and concrete. Up to 5 range extenders can operate within one Ajax system to expand the network twice as big, covering multistory buildings with underground parking and basements.

• Up to 5 range extenders within one system
• Ethernet as an alternative communication channel

System supervision

All Ajax devices perform automatic self-test and report their states to the hub. Essential parameters, such as tamper, communication, power supply, and sensor statuses, are continuously monitored. The Ajax Cloud server controls communication between the hub and Ajax apps, ensuring instant notifications for CMSs, security companies, and users. In case of any malfunction or communication failure, an engineer is informed immediately to provide necessary services.

• Automatic device self-test with status report
• Regular polling to display the current device state on apps
• Instant maintenance notifications

Sabotage resistance

Tamper alarm
The detector is attached to the mounting panel with a holding screw. Its enclosure has a tamper button, which notifies the security company and users once the device is detached from the surface or dismantled from the mount. The detector automatically takes photos in case of its tamper alarm.

Anti-masking system
The device’s sensors detect any attempts to mask the lens, including blocking it with an obstacle, painting over the lens, or covering the front part of the detector with opaque material, such as a plastic bottle. The sensitivity level can be adjusted in the app to adapt the device to any site conditions. In case of a tamper alarm or masking attempt, the detector automatically takes photos.

Data encryption
All data transmitted between system devices via proprietary radio protocols is encrypted. Each device uses individual authentication methods, making unauthorized reprogramming or data theft extremely difficult.

Informative notifications
An Ajax system instantly delivers informative notifications of alarms and events. Security companies and users receive precise details about the incident, including the triggered device, along with the time and location.

Device authentication to prevent spoofing
The hub automatically verifies each device's unique parameters during every communication session. If any parameter fails authentication, the hub ignores all commands from that device.

Jamming detection and frequency hopping
The hub continuously monitors the quality of wireless communication with system devices. If jamming is detected, the hub automatically switches between 17 available frequencies across 4 European bands7. At the same time, it sends a jamming alert to both users and the monitoring company.

Communication failure detection
Each system device regularly exchanges data with the hub and can send three data packets as often as every 12 seconds. If the connection is lost, the system detects it in only 36 seconds and notifies the security company and users about the incident.

Effortless installation and setup

Superior MotionCam AM (PhOD) Jeweller is ready to operate straight out of the box. Using the SmartBracket panel, an installer can effortlessly mount the device on the wall, eliminating the need to disassemble the enclosure. Ajax apps help quickly make the device a part of the ecosystem: simply pair the device with the hub by scanning the QR code. It can always be reconfigured remotely without the need for on-site visits.