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Pathfinder Receiver (Base Station Kit) vs McQ rScene Micro Radar
Spec comparison for two products on Aviation Souk. Both compete in perimeter-security.
perimeter-security
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 rScene Micro Radar
by mcq
Ground-based phased-array micro radar that detects, classifies and tracks people and vehicles with no calibration and wireless mesh backhaul.
| Cost of ownership | Pathfinder Receiver (Base Station Kit) | McQ rScene Micro Radar |
|---|---|---|
| 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 rScene Micro Radar |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (H x D x W) | 2.1 x 7.2 x 8.4 in | — |
| Weight | 3.76 lb | — |
| 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 |
| Antenna | — | Phased array; measures target range and azimuth |
| Field of view models | — | 45 deg wide FOV (close range) / 25 deg narrow FOV (extended range) |
| Detection coverage (datasheet FOV plots, approximate) | — | Vehicles to ~240 m (25 deg narrow FOV) / ~180 m (45 deg wide FOV); people to ~60 m |
| Target set | — | Classification and multi-target tracking of people and vehicles |
| Setup | — | Simple setup, no calibration needed |
| RF communications (TNet) | — | 902-928 MHz, 1 W transmit |
| User display | — | Wireless network link to user display; PC and Android apps available |
| Input voltage | — | 9 to 18 V |
| Power consumption (typical / low-power mode) | — | 2.5 / 0.79 W |
| Power options | — | Built-in solar power controller for near-indefinite lifetime; external AC adapter available for indefinite lifetime (RS-K1202) |
| Radar dimensions | — | 50.8 x 127 x 127 mm |
| Radar weight | — | 453 g |
| Battery case | — | 190.5 x 171.5 x 101.6 mm, 2 kg including battery |
| Kit part numbers | — | RS-K1002 rScene Radar Sensor Kit; RS-K1102 Kit with Solar Power; RS-K1202 Kit with External Power |
| Manufacturer quality system | — | ISO 9001:2015 registered company |
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