Development of Integrated Security System
The case study showcases the development of an integrated security system, enabling you to manage access control and alarm on one unified platform based on Atmel's ARM 9 micro processor AT91SAM9G45.
Client
The Client pioneered security communications over IP networks more than 25 years ago. Today, they work with leading organizations to develop integrated enterprise security systems that are cost-effective and flexible, delivering unrivalled reliability and functionality.
Challenge
The customer wanted the design and estimation of Product cost on a common hardware platform which could be configured as LCD/Keypad panel, Analog & Digital Input Output Panel and Low cost Alarm panel.
Solution
The Calsoft team worked on designing and developing such a product for the customer. The main highlights of the solution are:
- It is designed around ARM 9 processor from Atmel/TI
- ROHO complaint design
- Low power design
- Industrial grade design operating in the range -40°C to +85°C
- Fan less operation
The team from Calsoft was responsible for the following:
- Schematics in OrCAD
- Manufacturing Bill Of Material
- Estimated manufacturing cost of products exclusive of external off-the shelf optional modules
- Comments on using 'Windows Embedded Compact 7 OS' verses 'Embedded Linux' Costing for mass production
Technology
- ARM 9, Ethernet, SPI, LCD, Voice over Ethernet, Audio codec, Linux and C, PADS and Orcad
Benefits
Calsoft helped the customer to:
- Create state of the art product because of the deep technical experience and expertise with technology
- Reduce time to market with proven processes and methodologies
- Increase product development productivity with a flexible, proven partner approach
- Achieve their overall objective at a lower cost and with guaranteed support from a proven technology vendor