HISTORY OF PERMACONN
Radio Data Comms (RDC) creates and manufactures alarm communication systems for the security industry, among other things. RDC was created in 1999 and is currently managed by Willi Obrist, Technical Director, who is in charge of technological improvements, and Paul Behr, the company's founder and Managing Director. Radio Data Communications (RDC) is an internationally acknowledged brand known for its innovation in the security industry. Their network, which is centered in Australia and managed by Australians, spans the United States, South Africa, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea.
PERMACONN is a product brand known under parent company Radio Data Comms (RDC) is capable of operating on GPRS, 3G, as well as IP networks.
Permaconn was the world's first M2M back-to-base system and the first of its kind in Australia. RDC was also the first to use multiple SIMs to ensure redundancy and the Australian Standards-mandated audited uptime of 99.9 percent. They are constantly working to exceed their clients' and industry expectations. As a result of their achievements, they have become the preferred provider of thousands of professional security installations in commercial, retail, and residential properties. As a result of the industry's adoption of this now well recognized technology, many of their competitors have adopted their innovations and produced their own Dual SIM handsets in response to their developments.Permaconn communicators are extremely simple to set up and maintain. When utilized in conjunction with the web portal ATLAS, the installer can analyze all events sent to the Central Station in real time, as well as a range of other operational metrics. End-users can also remotely activate and disarm their alarm system using the smartphone software Pocket Secure, which is available on both the Google Play and iTunes stores. Using Permaconn technology, you can easily update or replace your conventional alarm PSTN diallers. Upgrades to VoIP or NBN will have no effect on your installations because they are future-proofed. With a large range of "fixed pricing" data plans to choose from, you can be confident that you will discover a "one fit solution" for your entire customer base
PERMACONN PRODUCTS AND NETWORK DATA PLAN
When using the Permaconn system, there are eleven (11) different 'Fixed Price' data plans to select from. Plans include a variety of communication channels and supervisory periods, among other things. These plans all adhere to a specific class of monitoring, ranging from Class 2 to Class 5, as described by the AS/NZ2201.5:2008 standard for monitoring. Prices for plans vary greatly depending on the level of coverage required. Security firms can tailor a plan to fit the individual needs of their clients. Whether it is a home dialler transitioning from the public switched telephone network (PSTN) or a large financial institution, all customers have a security plan that fits their requirements. Furthermore, Permaconn GPRS/3G communicators can be utilized with any wireless data plan, allowing the security industry to employ a single type of communicator for all installations, lowering expenses for the organization.
NETWORK SYSTEM
The Permaconn network interacts using virtual private networks (VPNs), which are provided by Optus, Telstra, and other carriers. Our VPNs are only used for the transmission and reception of Permaconn alarm data, thus all data exchanged and received is secure. To maintain anonymity, all messages are encrypted from beginning to end using the global Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) (AES128). Dual SIM Permaconn devices connect and transition easily across both telecommunications networks, assuring 99.9% network availability at all times. The incorporation of the client's Internet Service Provider (ISP) has resulted in three (3) different communication routes from the protected premises to the Central Station. Permaconn's network is protected by redundant host servers located in geographically dispersed data centers, ensuring that it can meet the high demands and expectations of today's security sector.
ATLAS
Atlas is a secure online gateway designed for use by Central Stations and Installers. It is available in both English and Spanish. Atlas allows clients to remotely probe Permaconn GPRS/3G/IP communicators, which is a crucial tool for commissioning, diagnostics, and control applications. Atlas has been optimized to look great on smartphones, iPads, PCs, and all tablets when browsed through the device's default web browser, as illustrated below. All transactions are securely encrypted, and communicators may only be viewed through the authorised Atlas profile, which is unique to each user. All transactions are logged for security purposes, and no information is ever disclosed outside of the organization.
POCKET SECURE
Pocket Secure is a smartphone application that allows users to remotely activate and deactivate their alarm system, as well as control doors, lights, and gates from anywhere. Furthermore, the app will show the user the current condition of their alarm system, graphically indicating whether it is turned on or off. Pocket Secure offers the capacity to manage several sites and divisions, each of which can support multiple users. Pocket Secure is available for download from the iTunes and Google Play stores.
*A Windows version is in development.
PANEL CLIENT SOFTWARE
In the alarm industry, Panel Client Software (PCS) is a virtual modem program that allows remote access to alarm panels via wireless (3G) or hardwired (Ethernet) connections. PCS is a direct substitute for the traditional phone connection and modem required for remote alarm panel configuration. To function effectively, the alarm panel must be attached to a Permaconn PM45-3G communicator that includes both a ringer circuit and a modem. This allows you to remotely upload and download data to alarm panels using modems in the BELL-103, ITU-V21, V22, and ITU-V22B formats.
PM35 (IP ONLY) COMMUNICATOR
With Permaconn technology, you may always maintain a secure link between the monitored premises and the Central Station. The PM35 is a versatile alarm communicator that talks with the Central Station using Internet Protocol (IP). This gadget can communicate with a number of alarm panels via Contact ID. Messages are sent to and received by any Central Station with the Permaconn solution installed. Messages are sent through the client's Internet Service Provider (ISP).
PM45-3G (DUAL SIM 3G + IP) COMMUNICATOR
With Permaconn technology, you may always maintain a secure link between the monitored premises and the Central Station. In addition to GPRS, 3G, and IP communication, the PM45-3G is a versatile alarm communicator that reports to the Central Station. This communicator can communicate with a variety of alarm panels using Contact ID. In the event of a wired Ethernet failure, the initial warning path is IP, followed by GPRS/3G. If no IP connection is available, the communicator will only report via GPRS or 3G.
PM45-4G (DUAL SIM 4G + IP) COMMUNICATOR
With Permaconn technology, you may always maintain a secure link between the monitored premises and the Central Station. The PM45 4G is a versatile alarm communicator that can connect with the Central Station over 4G, 3G, and IP networks. This communicator can communicate with a variety of alarm panels using Contact ID. In the event of a wired Ethernet failure, the first warning path is IP, followed by 4G and 3G. If there is no IP connection, the communicator will report 4G or 3G speeds.
PM1030 (DUAL SIM 3G + IP)
Using Permaconn technology, you can ensure a secure connection between the monitored premises and the Central Station. The PM1030 is an extremely versatile alarm communicator that connects with the Central Station via 3G, GPRS, and IP. Using the DI300 module, this machine can communicate with a wide range of alarm panels that use RS232 or Contact ID as their communication protocol. The primary alarm path is 3G/GPRS or IP (if an optional IP63 module is added), with a backup PSTN link.
