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Pathfinder Receiver (Base Station Kit) vs McQ OWL Intelligent Camera
Spec comparison for two products on Aviation Souk. Both compete in perimeter-security.
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Pathfinder Receiver (Base Station Kit)
by ara
MIL-STD-810-rated base station that turns Pathfinder ground sensors into a live intrusion-alert network
perimeter-security
McQ OWL Intelligent Camera
by mcq
Covert micro-radar-triggered day/night camera that pushes encrypted images and 1080p video over cellular, mesh or Iridium satellite.
| Cost of ownership | Pathfinder Receiver (Base Station Kit) | McQ OWL Intelligent Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Price tier | — | — |
| Lead time (weeks) | ?–? | ?–? |
| Delivery | — | — |
| Install | — | — |
| GCC airports deployed | 0 | 0 |
| Certifications | 2 | 0 |
Specs
Technical specifications.
| Spec | Pathfinder Receiver (Base Station Kit) | McQ OWL Intelligent Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (H x D x W) | 2.1 x 7.2 x 8.4 in | — |
| Weight | 3.76 lb | 1 kg |
| Environmental rating | MIL-STD-810: Method 506.4 Procedure I (rain); Method 510.4 Procedures I and II (blowing dust and sand) | — |
| Operating temperature | -32 to +49 C (-25 to +120 F) | -25 to +60 deg C |
| Storage temperature | -33 to +71 C (-28 to +160 F) | — |
| Connectors | 2x MIL-style bayonet (power, RS-232 serial); 1x waterproof RJ-45 Ethernet; 1x TNC female antenna | — |
| Power | 100-240 VAC, 47-63 Hz line power providing 12 VDC | — |
| Sensor link range | typically up to 10 km, terrain dependent; elevating the receiver antenna greatly increases effective range | — |
| Kit contents | Base station with Pathfinder software installed, waterproof Ethernet receiver, antenna, 10 ft antenna cable, antenna mounting hardware, installation tools, user manual, quick-reference cards | — |
| Standard sensor pairing | Kits normally include 60 Mini or 30 XL sensors; individual quantities customisable and expandable | — |
| Deployment | User-friendly, ready to use in minutes; no internet, gateways or relay infrastructure required | — |
| Export classification | ECCN 6A999.a under US Export Administration Regulations; export licence may be required depending on destination, user and end use | — |
| Radar frequency range | — | 23.5 to 26 GHz |
| Radar transmit power (EIRP) | — | 6 to 22 dBm |
| Detection range - people | — | beyond 50 m |
| Detection range - vehicles | — | beyond 100 m |
| Camera | — | 2 MP colour, 48 deg horizontal FOV |
| Max still/video resolution | — | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Max video frame rate | — | 8 fps |
| Night illumination | — | 940 nm IR, typical max night range 45 m |
| IR illuminator power (momentary, while imaging targets) | — | 15 W |
| Cellular communications | — | 3G, 4G LTE (GSM, CDMA bands); FirstNet configuration available |
| RF communications (TNet) | — | 902-928 MHz, 1 W transmit |
| Satellite option | — | Iridium Certus via McQ CONNECT add-on (CNT-K1004 terminal kit) |
| Input voltage | — | 12.5 to 18 V |
| Typical power consumption | — | 4.26 W |
| Power options | — | Battery; solar for near-indefinite lifetime; external AC adapter (AC-1951.4) for indefinite lifetime |
| Dimensions | — | 205 x 125 x 100 mm |
| Battery case dimensions | — | 190.5 x 171.5 x 101.6 mm |
| Battery case weight (including battery) | — | 2 kg |
| Kit part numbers | — | OW-K9001 Camera Kit; OW-K9020 Kit with Battery Box; OW-K9101 Kit with Iridium and Battery Box |
| Accessories | — | AC-1993 high-capacity rechargeable battery; AC-1951.4 AC power cable; RA-K1001 McQ RANGER sensor kit; CNT-K1004 McQ CONNECT Iridium terminal kit |
| Manufacturer quality system | — | ISO 9001:2015 registered company |
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