AKCP securityProbe5ESVA-X20 – Advanced monitoring platform with 20 dry contacts
AKCP securityProbe5ESVA-X20
The AKCP securityProbe5E-X20 is an advanced monitoring solution designed for server room monitoring, data center supervision, and industrial applications. With eight RJ45 smart sensor ports and 20 additional dry contact inputs, it combines flexible sensor integration with the connection of external systems. The X20 version is built for organizations demanding the highest standards of IT infrastructure monitoring and facility management.
Wide Sensor Support
Using eight RJ45 ports, a full range of AKCP smart sensors can be connected. Typical sensors include:
- Temperature & humidity sensors for precise climate monitoring
- Airflow sensors for rack cooling efficiency
- Thermal map sensors for detailed 3D rack temperature profiling
- Smoke detectors for early fire alerts
- AC/DC power meters to monitor energy usage
- RFID swing handle locks for secure rack-level access control
With E-Sensor8 or E-opto16 modules, the system scales up to 500 sensors, providing maximum expandability.
Dry Contact Integration
The main enhancement of the X20 version is its 20 opto-isolated dry contact inputs for connecting external equipment and systems. Applications include:
- Integration with fire detection and alarms
- Connection to UPS systems or backup generators
- Linking to access control solutions
- Control of relays, fans, or lighting systems
These inputs support up to 40V DC, ensuring reliability in industrial or facility setups.
Alarm Management with Escalation Chains
The AKCP securityProbe5E-X20 features powerful alarm management. Alerts can be triggered and escalated using:
- SNMP traps for Nagios, PRTG, SolarWinds, Check_MK
- Email notifications over SMTP/SMTPS
- SMS or voice calls via GSM/4G modules
- HTTPS push and Syslog for central documentation
Escalation levels ensure SLA compliance and secure alarm delivery in critical scenarios.
Technical Platform
The system runs on stable embedded Linux and provides:
- i.MX25 ARM processor
- 128 MB NAND flash + SD slot up to 16 GB
- 8 RJ45 ports expandable to 500 sensors
- 20 opto-isolated dry contact inputs
- SNMP v1/v2/v3, Modbus TCP/RTU, MQTT/MQTTS
- HTTPS web interface for secure access
- Optional GSM/LTE modules for mobile communication
Video Integration
A key feature of the X20 is optional video monitoring. Up to four IP/CCTV cameras can be integrated via BNC ports, enabling administrators to verify incidents visually as well as through sensor data. Alarm maps display events directly in floor plans with visual confirmation.
Scalability
With E-Sensor8 and E-opto16 modules, scaling up to 500 sensors is possible. RS485 integration supports modules installed up to 300 meters away, making the platform suitable for both central and distributed infrastructures.
Application Scenarios
- Server room monitoring – precise climate, energy, and security control
- Data center supervision – centralized monitoring of hundreds of sensors
- Facility management – integration with classic building systems
- Industrial monitoring – comprehensive process and safety monitoring
- Telecom & remote sites – secure GSM/VPN-enabled supervision
Conclusion
The AKCP securityProbe5E-X20 combines sensor integration, dry contact connectivity, powerful alarm management, and video options in one modular platform. It is the ideal choice for enterprises seeking future-proof, scalable IT infrastructure monitoring and facility management.
AKCP securityProbe5ESVA-X20
SEC-5ESVA-X20 (Technical data AKCP manufacturer specifications)
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Size: 17.08″ x 5.43″ x 1.80″ Weight: 2.6 kg |
| Expansion Ports | 2x RJ-45 expansion ports 115.2 Kbps data transfer rate Simultaneous functionality between expansion ports & RS485 port threshold status |
| Mounting | 1U rack-mount standard Rack-mount brackets included Compatible with AKCP DIN and rack-mount rails |
| Power Supply | External power supply 7.0–9 VDC, 3A Input voltage/current: 100–240V AC, 1A Optional: DCW – external ±40~60V DC input |
| Power Consumption | Typical 6.150 W, 0.82 A |
| Status Indicators | LED indicator for power supply LED for network connection LED for sensor status and threshold exceedance LED for dry contacts (status/online) |
| Components | Highly integrated low-power SMT technology for reliability CPU: AKCP i.MX25 processor 128 MB on-board NAND flash SD slot up to 16 GB |
| Operating Environment | Temperature: -35 °C to +55 °C Humidity: 20 % to 80 % (non-condensing) MTBF: 400,000 hours |
| Connectivity | Ethernet 10/100 Mbps Optional: internal 3G/4G modem |
| Inputs | 8x RJ-45 sensor ports 2x RJ-45 expansion ports 20x 2-wire dry contacts (inputs only, up to 5VDC or up to 40VDC opto-isolated via jumper) 1x USB 2.0 modem port Audio In (Analog) 2.5 mm jack Internal microphone RS485 (2-pin terminal block, Modbus) |
| Outputs | Configurable signals (0VDC/5VDC) on all 8 sensor ports Internal speaker External speaker (2.5 mm jack, analog) Mic Out, 2.5 mm jack (for modem) |
| Expansion Modules | 8-port intelligent sensors module (E-Sensor8) 16-port dry contact module (E-opto16, max. 500 sensors) Cabinet Control Unit (up to 25 per chain) Expandable up to 300 meters Modules daisy-chainable |
| Video – Analog | 4x BNC video input (externally powered) Resolution: 320×240 or 640×480 Standard: NTSC or PAL 4x PTDC controller ports |