Description
TSA Systems has developed a software package to compliment its outstanding array of radioactive detection systems.
Radioactive Alarm and Video Event Notification or RAVEN was designed to both capture and view data and video images relating to a radiological detection incident. Stored sets of data and video can be used in the rapid identification of the method of transportation of radioactive substances. Quick review of the incident can be made by using the on screen controls that allow the user to step through each image and pause whenever necessary. This allows the user to relay any identifying information to response personnel in the field for possible secondary inspection or other interdiction.
RAVEN software has been designed with the user in mind. Local Alarm Stations (LAS) can be configured to only display information that will be useful to the local user. The Central Alarm Station (CAS) can be configured to display much more detailed information that is useful for alarm trending and other data analysis. Multiple LAS or CAS locations can easily be established and through the use of wireless routers, these locations can be mobile. Multi-layered password protection will restrict unauthorized access to sensitive data or video and will protect the privacy of innocent individuals.
Graphs of detection levels along with the ability to view which individual detector is displaying the most activity will allow the user to better understand where in a large container the radioactive source may be located. This will save time for personnel doing secondary inspections.
The system controller within the detection pillar is constantly monitored by RAVEN for any changes that might be intentionally or unintentionally made. The CAS operators will be alerted to a parameter change and will be able to view the original as well as the new setting. A view of all the system parameters for each monitored location is displayed side by side to enable the user to better identify a change in any system.
Applications
Applications include any locations where TSA Systems data and video information need to combined and displayed for alarm assessment and event control. Ports, boarder crossings, railroad yards, and vehicle weigh stations are just a few of the locations where RAVEN can be used.
Features
GLOBAL BOX VIEWS:Allows the user to view multiple detection locations at the same time. |
EVENT LOG:Displays each type of alarm and color codes them to enable the user to determine the most critical alarm at a glance. |
SITE PLAN:Utilize pictures or drawings for easy display of monitoring locations and their status. |
MONITOR SETTINGS:Displays the setup parameters of each system controller monitored by a particular RAVEN software package. Any parameter changes are immediately detected and displayed. |
DATABASE REVIEW:Allows the user to fine tune a set of query options to access history data for only the events that are desired. This allows for fast retrieval of events of greater interest. |
BACKGROUND PLOTS:Screen designed for the user who desires to extract data from a location during non-alarm times. This data can be used in the analysis of the State Of Health of the location as well as for trends in actual background. |
TRIGGERED ALARMS:Audio annunciation that can be tailored to each individual site’s requirements |
PASSWORD PROTECTION:Multiple layers of password protection. |
WORKSTATION CONFIGURATION:Easy configuration of a workstation to either a LAS or a CAS |
LANGUAGE SUPPORT:Multiple language support. |
REPORT GENERATOR:Automated report generator allows the user to obtain reports daily, weekly, or monthly. |
ADDITIONAL RAVEN SOFTWARE INFORMATION:Please Contact Us with your particular needs. |
Screen Capture
Central Alarm Station Database Review Screen
RAVEN Software Data Sheet provides Screen Capture details.
Packages
TSA offers three unique packages utilizing RAVEN software:
• RAVEN Essential (single system design)
• RAVEN I (for up to 4 systems)
• RAVEN II (for up to 16 systems)
Each package provides all the data storage and display capabilities of the full RAVEN software. All workstations can be configured for either Central Alarm Stations or Local Alarm Stations. Multi-layered password protection can be used to restrict unauthorized access.
Regardless of the number of local or central alarm stations, the RAVEN software utilized in these packages is identical. This means that field operations personnel can move from a RAVEN Essentials location to a RAVEN I or II location without any equipment operation retraining.
RAVEN Essential
RAVEN Essential is designed for the location that has only one system to be monitored. In this situation there is only one workstation required. And since the workstation is in close proximity to the detection system, copper cabling can in many cases be used and cameras will not be required. The advantages of RAVEN Essential are reduced equipment resulting in cost savings.
RAVEN I
The RAVEN I package can monitor up to four local alarm workstations simultaneously and independently. Local alarm stations can be configured to only display information useful to the local user. The central alarm station can be configured to display detailed information such as alarm trending and other data analysis. Multiple locations can easily be established and through the use of wireless routers these locations can be mobile.
RAVEN II
The RAVEN II package incorporates all the features of the RAVEN I package and also adds an increased coverage ability to monitor up to sixteen local alarm workstations. Additional locations can easily be added through the use of the included wireless capabilities. RAVEN II also provides a centrally managed network switch and redundant servers.
