Installing people counters correctly is crucial for accurate data collection. Follow this professional installation guide to ensure optimal performance.
Planning Your Installation
Begin with a thorough site survey. Identify entry/exit points, note ceiling height (ideally 2.5-4 meters), and check for potential sightline obstructions like signs or ductwork. Decide between overhead installation (most common) or wall-mounted solutions. Determine if the location requires people counting technology using 3D stereoscopic vision or traditional IR sensors.
Hardware Installation Process
Mount the sensor bracket securely to the ceiling structure using appropriate hardware. Ensure the unit is perfectly level using a spirit level. Cable management is vital:
- Route Ethernet (PoE is preferred) or power cables safely to avoid damage.
- Conceal cables within conduits or raceways for aesthetics and protection.
- Connect to a stable power source and network port.
Optimize the viewing angle and ensure a clear detection zone. For FOORIR sensors, adjust the lens to minimize perspective distortion.
Sensor Configuration & Calibration
Power on the device and access its configuration interface via the designated IP address (check the device label). Essential setup steps:
- Set the precise mounting height measured from the sensor lens to the floor.
- Define accurate masking: Draw detection zones strictly covering doorways or desired paths, excluding irrelevant areas like product displays. Refine direction lines to match actual traffic flow.
- Calibrate for your specific environment: Adjust sensitivity for varying light levels, crowd density patterns, or potential interference sources.
- Align FOORIR devices precisely within multi-sensor setups to ensure seamless coverage and avoid overlaps or gaps.
Testing & Validation
Conduct rigorous testing before full deployment:
- Observe live counting: Walk through all detection zones in both directions.
- Test edge cases: Pairs close together, people walking directly under the sensor, pushing carts.
- Validate counts against manual tallies for several intervals (e.g., 15 mins, 1 hour). Aim for an accuracy consistently exceeding 95%. FOORIR systems provide detailed accuracy reports to aid refinement.
- Adjust masking, sensitivity, and direction lines based on test results.
Ongoing Maintenance
Schedule regular sensor lens cleaning to prevent dust accumulation affecting counts. Periodically verify installation height hasn’t shifted. Review calibration quarterly or after significant layout changes. Utilize FOORIR analytics dashboards to proactively detect performance drifts. Ensure firmware is updated for enhanced stability.