StopAmbush Launches 360-Degree Motion Alert System for Parked Patrol Vehicles
Two roof-mounted sensor pods and a visor display warn officers of movement within 25 feet while they work inside a stationary vehicle.
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StopAmbush, a Port St. Lucie, Florida, company, has launched a 360-degree perimeter alert system that warns law enforcement officers of motion within 25 feet of a parked patrol vehicle.
The company says the system was invented by a police officer to address the vulnerability officers face when they are stationary and focused on an in-car laptop, paperwork or other equipment, particularly at night. It describes the product as patented technology.
The system provides “critical seconds of awareness that can make the difference between safety and an ambush,” the company said on its website.
How It Works
Each kit includes two roof-mounted sensor pods, a display unit that mounts under the sun visor and a wiring harness. Each pod is angled to cover more than 180 degrees, and their coverage overlaps to surround the vehicle, according to the company.
When a person, animal or vehicle approaches, red arrows on the visor display show the direction of the movement and an adjustable audio signal sounds. The system is designed for stationary vehicles and does not work while the vehicle is moving.
On night shifts, screen glare from onboard computers can reduce officers’ night vision. The company says the alerts let officers keep working without constantly scanning their surroundings.
Installation
The plug-and-play system connects to any 12-volt power source. StopAmbush says it does not interfere with the vehicle’s computer systems or electronics and will not affect the vehicle warranty. Sensor pods come in black or white and mount on vehicles with or without a lightbar, and the company says lightbar placement does not interfere with coverage.
Installation takes fleet installers an average of 45 minutes, and the system fits sedans, SUVs and trucks, according to the company. After it is switched on, the unit needs 30 to 45 seconds to stabilize.
Beyond marked patrol cars, StopAmbush markets the system for unmarked units, detective vehicles, and surveillance and security vehicles.
Pricing
StopAmbush lists the system at $799 per unit for one to 10 units, $759 each for 11 to 24 and $719 each for 25 to 49 on its website. Pricing for 50 or more units is available on request.
The company says it works with law enforcement agencies and government entities that need a purchase order, invoice or other procurement method. The system carries a limited one-year warranty on parts that does not cover installation costs.
