Security systems and programs for security systems

Abstract

To provide a system and program allowing for recognizing, at a glance, which one of places in a caution area corresponds to a detection area for a changeover between an arm state and a disarm state.SOLUTION: In a security system, an information processing device 20 includes: a display section 22 for displaying, on a display D, a caution area map obtained by panoramically viewing a whole or a part of a caution area where detection sensors 10 are arranged at a plurality of places, and also displaying, overlapping the caution area map, at least one of an area display which indicates detection areas of the respective detection sensors and symbols which indicate respective positions of the detection sensors; and a state changeover section 21 for performing a changeover between an arm state for outputting a warning signal when an object is detected and a disarm state for canceling the arm state. When the area display or the symbol on the display is operated, the state changeover section changes over a state of the detection area corresponding to the operated area display or symbol into the arm state or the disarm state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 2

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a security system and a program for a security system.

Background Art

[0002] As a conventional security system, as shown in Patent Document 1, a surveillance area is hierarchically structured using a wide detection area and a plurality of narrow detection areas included in the wide detection area, and each of the hierarchically structured detection areas is configured to be tree-displayed on, for example, a user's mobile terminal.

[0003] With this configuration, while the wide detection area can be collectively switched to the armed state or the disarmed state, each narrow detection area can also be individually switched to the armed state or the disarmed state.

[0004] However, even with such a tree display, at first glance, it is impossible to grasp which location in the surveillance area each displayed detection area corresponds to, and it cannot be said that it is user-friendly.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0006] Therefore, the present invention has been made to solve the above-described problems at once, and an object thereof is to provide a system that is more user-friendly by enabling one to immediately grasp which location in the surveillance area a detection area to be switched to the armed state or the disarmed state corresponds to. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] The security system according to the present invention includes a display unit that displays a security area map on a display that provides an overview of the entire or a part of a security area in which multiple detection sensors are provided, and superimposed on the security area map a region display that shows the detection area of ​​each of the detection sensors, or a symbol that shows the position of each of the detection sensors, and a state switching unit that switches the detection area of ​​the detection sensor to an armed state in which an alarm signal is output when an object is detected, or to a disarmed state in which the armed state is released, and the state switching unit switches the detection area corresponding to the operated region display or symbol to the armed state or the disarmed state.

[0008] With a security system configured in this way, the detection area can be switched between armed and disarmed states by manipulating area displays or symbols superimposed on the security area map on the display. This allows users to quickly understand which location within the security area corresponds to the detection area they are trying to switch, providing a more user-friendly system than conventional systems.

[0009] Preferably, the display mode of the area display or the symbol displayed by the display unit indicates whether the corresponding detection area is in the armed state or the disarmed state. With this configuration, it becomes possible to see at a glance not only which part of the surveillance area the detection area corresponds to, but also whether it is armed or disarmed, making it much easier to use.

[0010] It is preferable that the display unit displays both the area display and the symbol, and that the state switching unit switches the detection area to the armed state or the disarmed state by operating either the detection area on the display or the symbol. With this configuration, the detection area can be switched between armed and disarmed states regardless of whether the area display or the symbol is manipulated, thereby improving usability.

[0011] Preferably, the warning area is hierarchically structured using one or more wide areas and one or more narrow areas included in the wide areas, and the display unit displays the names of the wide areas and the names of the narrow areas in a tree structure on the display simultaneously with the warning area map, and the state switching unit switches the detection area to the armed state or the disarmed state by operating the tree display on the display. With this configuration, whether you operate the alert area map or the tree view, you can switch the detection area between armed and disarmed states, further improving usability.

[0012] Preferably, by operating either the area display or the symbol, or the tree display, the display unit switches one of the display modes, and the other display mode also switches in conjunction. By linking the display modes in this way, it is possible to improve the visibility of whether the detection area is in an armed or disarmed state.

[0013] Preferably, the aforementioned warning area map is retractable, retractable, or scrollable. This configuration allows for greater flexibility in displaying the alert area map.

[0014] Preferably, the system includes a map storage unit that stores multiple warning area maps, and the warning area map displayed by the display unit switches to one selected from among the multiple maps stored in the map storage unit. With this configuration, even if, for example, the head office and branch offices are far apart, it becomes possible to display corresponding security area maps for each, making it more user-friendly.

[0015] The security system program according to the present invention displays a security area map on a display that provides an overview of the entire or a part of a security area where multiple detection sensors are provided, and overlays on the security area map a display unit that displays at least one of the following: a region display indicating the detection area of ​​each of the detection sensors, or a symbol indicating the position of each of the detection sensors; and causes a computer, which acts as a state switching unit, to switch the detection area of ​​the detection sensor between an armed state, which outputs an alarm signal when an object is detected, and a disarmed state, which releases the armed state. The program is characterized in that the state switching unit switches the detection area between the armed state and the disarmed state by operating the region display or the symbol on the display. A security system program configured in this manner can achieve the same effects as the security system described above. [Effects of the Invention]

[0016] According to the present invention, it becomes possible to instantly understand which location within the surveillance area corresponds to the detection area where the armed or disarmed state is to be switched, thereby providing a more user-friendly system than conventional systems. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0017] [Figure 1] A schematic diagram showing the configuration of a security system according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] A functional block diagram showing the functions of the information processing device of the same embodiment. [Figure 3] Schematic diagram showing the display content by the display unit of the same embodiment. [Figure 4] Schematic diagram showing the display content when switching the state of the detection area of the same embodiment. [Figure 5] Schematic diagram showing the display content by the display unit of other embodiments. [Figure 6] Schematic diagram showing the display content when switching the state of the detection area of other embodiments. [Figure 7] Schematic diagram showing the configuration of the security system of other embodiments. [Figure 8] Schematic diagram showing the configuration of the security system of other embodiments. [Figure 9] Schematic diagram showing the table content of the timer function of other embodiments.

Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0018] The security system according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0019] [System Configuration] The security system of the present embodiment is used for the security of various facilities such as business facilities such as offices, commercial facilities, airports, and stations, and is for detecting intruders into the警戒 area within or around the facility.

[0020] Specifically, as shown in FIG. 1, this security system 100 includes a plurality of detection sensors 10 and an information processing device 20 that acquires signals output from these detection sensors 10.

[0021] The detection sensor 10 is provided at a plurality of locations in the警戒 area within or around the facility, detects an object such as an intruder who has entered the preset detection area, and transmits a signal indicating that.

[0022] Specifically, the detection sensor 10 can be a variety of human body detection sensors, such as passive infrared sensors, active infrared sensors, radar sensors using microwaves or millimeter waves, or camera sensors using image sensors.

[0023] As shown in Figure 1, the information processing device 20 acquires signals output from the detection sensor 10, for example, via a network, and displays various security-related information, including the acquired information, on the display D.

[0024] This information processing device 20 is a general-purpose or dedicated computer equipped with a CPU, memory, display D, etc., and, according to a security system program stored in the memory, the CPU and its peripheral devices cooperate to perform at least the functions of a state switching unit 21 and a display unit 22, as shown in Figure 2.

[0025] The state switching unit 21 switches the state of the detection area of ​​the detection sensor 10. Specifically, it switches the detection area of ​​each detection sensor 10 between an armed state, where an alarm signal is output when an object is detected, and a disarmed state, where the armed state is released.

[0026] The arm state is a state in which, when the detection sensor 10 detects an object, a signal indicating that the object has been detected is output from the detection sensor 10, and a warning or similar message indicating that the detection sensor 10 has detected an object is displayed on the display D.

[0027] On the other hand, the disarmed state is a state in which the above-mentioned warnings, etc., are not displayed on display D. Specifically, the detection function of the detection sensor 10 may be stopped so that the detection sensor 10 does not detect any objects, but in this embodiment, the detection function of the detection sensor 10 is maintained, and even if the detection sensor 10 detects an object, the warnings, etc., are not displayed on display D through signal processing.

[0028] The display unit 22 displays various security-related information on the display D of the information processing device 20. However, the display unit 22 may also display various information on a display of a computer other than the information processing device 20, or on a display of a mobile device such as a mobile phone or tablet.

[0029] As shown in Figure 3, the display unit 22 of this embodiment displays a warning area map M on the display D, which provides an overview of the warning area where detection sensors 10 are installed in multiple locations.

[0030] The alert area map M is an aerial view that includes various features of the alert area, such as the geographical features around the facility and the layout of the facility itself. Examples include aerial photographs, maps, floor plans, or ground images that include the alert area.

[0031] In Figure 3, the security system 100 is shown when applied to a commercial facility, and the security area map M is an overview of the entire security area set around the facility. However, the display unit 22 may display a security area map M that shows an overview of only a part of the security area.

[0032] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 3, the display unit 22 displays at least one of either a region display X, which shows the detection area of ​​each detection sensor 10, or a symbol Y, such as an icon, which shows the position of each detection sensor 10, superimposed on the warning area map M. In this embodiment, it is configured to display both the region display X and the symbol Y.

[0033] Here, the detection area of ​​each detection sensor 10 is set appropriately for each detection sensor 10. For example, it may be set as one or more linear areas connecting one location to another distant location, or it may be set as a planar area having a certain range.

[0034] In addition, the planar detection area can include a horizontal plane aligned with the horizontal direction, a vertical plane aligned with the vertical direction, and an inclined surface tilted with respect to both the horizontal and vertical directions. The planar shape of these detection areas can be set to various shapes, such as a rectangle, triangle, polygon, circle, or partial circle.

[0035] As shown in Figure 3, the area display X schematically represents the actual detection area of ​​the detection sensor 10 on the warning area map M. It may be a faithful representation of the actual detection area, or there may be a slight discrepancy between it and the actual detection area.

[0036] The region display X in this embodiment has a shape that corresponds to the actual shape of the detection area. Specifically, region display X representing a linear detection area is displayed as a straight line, while region display X representing a planar detection area is displayed as a planar shape.

[0037] Symbol Y, as shown in Figure 3, schematically represents the actual placement of the detection sensors 10 on the surveillance area map M. It may be a faithful representation of the actual placement, or there may be some discrepancies between it and the actual placement.

[0038] In this embodiment, symbol Y represents the arrangement of a pair of transmitters and receivers, respectively, corresponding to a linear detection area. Here, it is also possible to distinguish whether each symbol Y represents the arrangement of a transmitter or the arrangement of a receiver.

[0039] Note that the area display X and symbol Y do not need to be displayed to correspond to all detection areas. In this embodiment, the display of symbol Y for the detection sensor 10 corresponding to a planar detection area is omitted. Of course, conversely, area display X may be displayed to correspond to all detection areas, and symbol Y may be displayed to correspond to all detection areas.

[0040] The display modes of area display X and symbol Y indicate whether the corresponding detection area is in an armed or disarmed state. In other words, the display modes of area display X and symbol Y differ depending on whether the corresponding detection area is in an armed or disarmed state.

[0041] More specifically, the area display X and symbol Y are displayed in a first display mode when the corresponding detection area is in an armed state, and in a second display mode when the corresponding detection area is in a disarmed state.

[0042] The first and second display modes differ from each other, for example, in color or pattern. In this embodiment, in the first display mode, area display X and symbol Y are displayed in yellow, and in the second display mode, area display X and symbol Y are displayed in blue.

[0043] Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the detection sensor 10 detects an object, the display unit 22 displays the area display X and symbol Y corresponding to the detection area where the object was detected in a third display mode different from the first and second display modes described above. In this embodiment, in the third display mode, the area display X and symbol Y are displayed in red.

[0044] Furthermore, the display unit 22 displays a legend Z, which shows the meaning of each display mode, on the display D simultaneously with the alert area map M.

[0045] By the way, the surveillance area in this embodiment is hierarchically structured using one or more wide areas and one or more narrow areas included in the wide areas, and here it is hierarchically structured into three levels using one or more lower-level detailed areas included in the narrow areas. However, the surveillance area may be hierarchically structured into two levels, or into four or more levels, and furthermore, it is not necessary to hierarchically structure the surveillance area.

[0046] A wide area is defined, for example, as the entire surveillance area and includes at least one detection area.

[0047] A narrow area is defined, for example, as a part of a surveillance area, and may include multiple detection areas or just one detection area.

[0048] The detailed area is set as a range corresponding to, for example, one detection area; in other words, it is set to correspond one-to-one with each detection area.

[0049] In this configuration, as shown in Figure 3, the display unit 22 of this embodiment displays the names of the wide area, narrow area, and detailed area in a tree structure on the display D simultaneously with the warning area map M.

[0050] To be more specific, the name of the broad area here is "Head Office," the name of the narrow area is "West Building," and the names of the detailed areas are "Service Entrance," "Northwest Boundary," and "South Side." However, the names of each area are not limited to these and can be changed as needed, and it is also possible to register new areas or delete registered areas.

[0051] In this tree view T, if a wide area, a narrow area, or multiple narrow areas are set, they are displayed in a list, and the list can be opened or closed.

[0052] Furthermore, the names of each area displayed in the tree display T are displayed in the first embodiment when the corresponding area is in an armed state, and in the second display mode when the corresponding detection area is in a disarmed state. Specifically, they are displayed in yellow in the first embodiment and in blue in the second embodiment. However, these names may be displayed in a unified display mode regardless of whether the corresponding area is in an armed or disarmed state.

[0053] Here, the alert area map M shown in Figure 3 provides an overview of the entire alert area; in other words, it displays a wide area. This alert area map M may be zoomable, zoomable, or scrollable.

[0054] As a specific embodiment, for example, when a narrow area or detailed area is selected using a selection means such as a mouse or touch panel, the alert area map M automatically expands, shrinks, or scrolls within the range set as that area. In another embodiment, the alert area map M may be manually enlarged, reduced, or scrolled using a selection means such as a mouse or touch panel.

[0055] In this embodiment, as shown in Figure 4, the security system 100 is configured such that, by operating the area display X or symbol Y on the display D, the state switching unit 21 switches the detection area corresponding to the operated area display X or symbol Y to an armed state or a disarmed state.

[0056] More specifically, the display unit 22 of this embodiment displays an area display X or symbol Y on the display D in a selectable manner using a selection means S, such as a mouse or touch panel.

[0057] More specifically, when a straight line displayed as area display X, the inside of a planar area displayed as area display X, or symbol Y is selected, for example by right-clicking with the mouse, the display unit 22 displays a switching window W for switching the detection area corresponding to the selected area display X or symbol Y between armed state and disarmed state, as shown in Figure 4.

[0058] By operating this switching window W, the detection area can be switched between the armed state and the disarmed state.

[0059] In this embodiment, the state switching unit 21 is configured to switch the detection area between the armed state and the disarmed state by operating either the area display X on the display D or the symbol Y.

[0060] In this configuration, by operating either the area display X or the symbol Y, the display unit 22 switches the display mode of one of them, and simultaneously switches the display mode of the other.

[0061] In other words, when a region display X is operated to switch the corresponding detection region from one armed state to the other, the display mode of the region display X switches from one of the first or second display modes to the other (for example, from yellow to blue), and the display mode of the symbol Y corresponding to that detection region also switches from one of the first or second display modes to the other (for example, from yellow to blue).

[0062] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the state switching unit 21 is configured to switch the detection area between the armed state and the disarmed state by operating the tree display T on the display D.

[0063] More specifically, the display unit 22 of this embodiment displays a switching field B, such as a checkbox, for switching the detection area between the armed state and the disarmed state, corresponding to the wide area, narrow area, or detailed area displayed in the tree view.

[0064] Then, when this switching field B is selected using a selection means S such as a mouse or touch panel, the state switching unit 21 switches the corresponding one or more detection areas to an armed state or a disarmed state.

[0065] With this configuration, for example, if you select switching field B, which corresponds to a wide area, all detection areas corresponding to the narrow area and detailed area included in the lower hierarchy will switch to either the armed or disarmed state at once.

[0066] Similarly, selecting switching field B, which corresponds to a narrow area, will simultaneously switch all detection areas corresponding to the detailed areas included in its lower hierarchy to either armed or disarmed state.

[0067] On the other hand, by selecting the switching field B corresponding to the detailed area, each detailed area can be individually switched between armed and disarmed states.

[0068] In this embodiment, by operating either the region display X or symbol Y or the tree display T, the display unit 22 switches the display mode of one of them, and the other display mode also switches in conjunction.

[0069] In other words, in this embodiment, operating any of the region display X, symbol Y, or tree display T will switch the corresponding detection region between armed and disarmed states, and the display modes of region display X, symbol Y, and tree display T will switch in conjunction with each other.

[0070] [Effects of this embodiment] With the security system 100 configured in this way, the detection area can be switched between armed and disarmed states by operating the area display X or symbol Y, which is overlaid on the security area map M on the display D. This allows the user to quickly understand which location in the security area corresponds to the detection area they are trying to switch, thus providing a more user-friendly system than conventional systems.

[0071] Furthermore, since the display patterns of area display X and symbol Y indicate whether the corresponding detection area is armed or disarmed, it is possible to grasp at a glance not only which part of the security area the detection area corresponds to, but also whether it is armed or disarmed, making it more user-friendly.

[0072] Furthermore, the state switching unit 21 can switch the detection area between the armed state and the disarmed state by manipulating the detection area on display D, the symbol Y, or the tree display T, thereby improving operability.

[0073] Furthermore, since the display modes of area display X, symbol Y, and tree display T switch in conjunction, it is possible to improve the visibility of whether the detection area is in an armed or disarmed state.

[0074] In addition, since the alert area map M can be enlarged, reduced, or scrolled, the degree of flexibility in displaying the alert area map M can be improved.

[0075] [Other embodiments] Furthermore, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above.

[0076] For example, in the above embodiment, a configuration in which both a linear region and a planar region are set as the detection region was described. However, as shown in Figure 5, it is also possible to set only one or more linear regions without using a planar region, or, although not shown, it is also possible to set only one or more planar regions without using a linear region. In this configuration as well, as shown in Figure 6, the corresponding detection area can be switched between armed and disarmed states by operating the area display X.

[0077] Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the information processing device 20 acquired the signal output from the detection sensor 10, for example, via a network. However, as shown in Figure 7, it may also acquire the signal relayed from the detection sensor 10 without going through a network.

[0078] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 8, the remote controller RC may send a command to switch the detection area to an armed or disarmed state, and when the information processing device 20 receives that command, the state switching unit 21 may be configured to switch the detection area to an armed or disarmed state. In this configuration as well, it is preferable that the display unit 22 switches the display modes of the area display X, symbol Y, and tree display T corresponding to the detection area in a synchronized manner.

[0079] In addition, the security system 100 according to the present invention may be equipped with a timer function that switches the detection area to an armed state or a disarmed state at a preset time, as shown in Figure 9.

[0080] Specifically, as shown in Figure 9, the display unit 22 displays a schedule window W2 for switching each detection area to an armed or disarmed state at a predetermined time on a predetermined day of the week. By operating this schedule window W2, the time for switching each detection area to an armed or disarmed state can be set individually. Furthermore, by manipulating the schedule window W2, the timer function for each detection area can be individually turned on or off.

[0081] In the above embodiment, the "head office" was used as an example of a wide area included in the security area, but the security area may include not only the head office but also multiple wide areas such as branch offices. In this case, the security system 100 may be configured such that, by selecting one of several wide-area maps, the alert area map M switches to one corresponding to the selected wide-area map. A more specific embodiment is one in which the information processing device 20 further includes a map storage unit that stores multiple warning area maps M, and the warning area map M displayed by the display unit 22 switches to one selected from among the multiple maps stored in the map storage unit. With this configuration, even if, for example, the head office and branch offices are far apart, the corresponding security area map M can be displayed for each, making it more user-friendly.

[0082] Furthermore, although the above embodiment described an example in which the security system 100 is applied to a business facility, it may also be applied to an airport facility, in which case the display unit 22 displays a security area map M that provides an overview of the security area at the airport.

[0083] Furthermore, it goes without saying that the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications are possible without departing from its spirit. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0084] 100...Security System 10...Detection Sensor 20 ···Information Processing Device D... Display 21...State switching section 22...Display section M ··· Alert Area Map X...area display Y ··· Symbol W ···Switching window T ···Tree display B... Switching field RC... Remote Controller

Claims

1. A display unit that displays a surveillance area map on a display that provides an overview of the entire or a part of an outdoor surveillance area where detection sensors are installed in multiple locations, and that overlays on the surveillance area map at least one of the following: area displays indicating the detection area of ​​each of the detection sensors, or symbols indicating the location of each of the detection sensors. The detection sensor includes a state switching unit that switches the detection area between an armed state in which an alarm signal is output when an object is detected, and a disarmed state in which the armed state is released. By operating the area display or symbol on the display, the state switching unit switches the detection area corresponding to the operated area display or symbol to the armed state or the disarmed state. The aforementioned warning area is structured in layers using one or more wide areas and one or more narrow areas included within the wide areas. The display unit simultaneously displays the names of the wide-area and narrow-area on the display as a tree structure, along with the warning area map. A security system in which the state switching unit switches the detection area between the armed state and the disarmed state by operating the tree display on the aforementioned display.

2. The security system according to claim 1, wherein the display mode of the area display or the symbol displayed by the display unit indicates whether the corresponding detection area is in the armed state or the disarmed state.

3. The display unit displays both the area display and the symbol, The security system according to claim 1, wherein the state switching unit switches the detection area to the armed state or the disarmed state by operating the area display on the display or by operating the symbol.

4. The security system according to claim 1, wherein by operating either the area display or the symbol, or the tree display, the display unit switches the display mode of one of them, and simultaneously switches the display mode of the other in conjunction.

5. The security system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the security area map is retractable, retractable, or scrollable.

6. It is equipped with a map storage unit that stores multiple of the aforementioned warning area maps, The security system according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the security area map displayed by the display unit is switched to one selected from a plurality of maps stored in the map storage unit.

7. A display unit that displays a surveillance area map on a display that provides an overview of the entire or a part of an outdoor surveillance area where detection sensors are installed in multiple locations, and that overlays on the surveillance area map at least one of the following: area displays indicating the detection area of ​​each of the detection sensors, or symbols indicating the location of each of the detection sensors. The detection area of ​​the aforementioned detection sensor is communicated to a computer, which acts as a state switching unit, to switch between an armed state that outputs an alarm signal when an object is detected, and a disarmed state in which the armed state is released. The state switching unit switches the detection area between the armed state and the disarmed state by operating the area display or symbol on the display. The aforementioned warning area is structured in layers using one or more wide areas and one or more narrow areas included within the wide areas. The display unit simultaneously displays the names of the wide-area and narrow-area on the display as a tree structure, along with the warning area map. A security system program wherein the state switching unit switches the detection area between the armed state and the disarmed state by operating the tree display on the display.

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