Below are just some of the unique features of the APX system, showing how the APX System is different from ordinary security systems.

1. Dual alarm communications facilities
• WAN network [enhance security, substantially lower communication costs]
• GSM cellular network
2. GSM cellular networks can be used as primary or alternative communications
• GSM widely deployed
• Ideal for alternative communication
3. Designed specifically for the ATM protection
• Features and operation determined by 12 years protecting ATMs
• User friendly operation for custodians
4. All operational features are included as standard
• System is future proof allowing for new detectors that may become available
• Adequate expansion capacity
5. Room Entry timing done offsite
• The hyper-critical entry timing sequence is done off site in the security control room, ensuring maximum security and complete tamper resistance
6. No PIN numbers used
• PIN [a security weak link] are not used in the by the APX system
7. Auto Arming
• APX panels do not rely on the custodians to Arm the system when they leave – the panels Auto-Arm
8. System virtually sabotage/tamper proof
• Rapid Polling – raises alarms within 1 minute of sabotage/tampering
• All critical timing routines are done off-site in the Security Control Room
• Alarms are raised if standard procedures are not followed
9. Two modes of operation – ATM mode and Service mode.
• ATM mode is the normal mode of operation
• Service mode allows other service providers to work in an ATM room without the ATM custodians being present – saves cost and disruption of service.
10. SIM card abuse
• The APX System uses an advanced SIM PIN number encryption making the SIM cards useless to anyone attempting to use them
11. The complete APX panel is housed in a lockable, tamperproof, hardened steel enclosure providing the following benefits
• Integrated antenna
• Allows positioning anywhere in the ATM room for best GSM communication
• The GSM modem is housed within the APX enclosure – no radio interference on the ATMs
• Standardisation of all installations
• Efficient installation, servicing and maintenance – ATM custodians need not be present
• Revamps/relocations easy and simple without any damage or loss of system components
• Ensures standardisation, good performance and a low cost of ownership.
12. Simple User Interface
• Simple 4 button keypad and LCD display provides ease of servicing and maintenance
13. The APX system incorporates three panic types
• A covert Duress signal (used under hostage situations);
• ATM panic from the ATM personnel;
• Guard panic from the ATM guards [remote operation]
14. All detector circuits fully supervised
15. APX Panel have an integrated microphone
• Allows audio verification of alarms
• Only validated numbers on the APX system are allowed this access
16. The APX System does routine self-testing of all detectors with auto-test facilities
• An ´Auto-Test Failure´ is reported immediately should any detector fail the test. This ensures that swift remedial action can be taken, ensuring maximum security.
17. GSM Antenna – the most vulnerable component
• AP4 panels have specifically designed antennas that are covert, attack resistant and full encapsulated
• Should an antenna fail this will be reported immediately on the WAN
18. Remotely Upgradeable and Configurable
• The APX operating software is remotely upgradeable
• All configuration parameters can be remotely configured
19. Remote unlocking and locking
• Features provide remote control of access into ATM rooms
20. Many features to safeguard the Custodians e.g.
• siren sounded if the ATM room door is held open longer than a pre-set time
• A buzzer in the ATM room warns of danger outside etc.
21. Fully integrated with the Striker Pepper Gas and smoke generating reactive systems
22. The APX system can be seamlessly integrated into existing Security Monitoring Centres, standardising the operation of the complete security system