Difference between Ajax Hubs
There are currently four available Hub control panels i.e. Hub, Hub Plus, Hub 2 and Hub 2 Plus. So what is the major difference between the Ajax Hubs?
This page will provide an overview of the four Hubs highlighting the common aspects of the control panels as well as their differences.
Ajax Hub Similarities
The Hub control panels are complete and ready to operate out of the box. Measuring only 163 x 163 x 36mm in size, the Hubs all include pre-installed transformers, battery backup for up to 15/16 hours, GSM module, IP internet module, anti-tamper and a smart bracket for easy mounting.
The Hubs are fully setup and controlled via the powerful and free Ajax mobile app with real time monitoring of all the wireless devices. Instant notifications are delivered to your phone via Push Messages, Voice and/or SMS and easily connects to your armed response company.
The Hubs communicate via Jeweller which is a radio protocol developed by Ajax System. Jeweller provides a range of up to 2000m between the hub and connected system devices in open areas with no interference and guarantees an uninterrupted interaction.
Ajax Hub Differences
The Hub and Hub 2 are similar in terms of the number of devices, users, groups, rooms etc however the latter (Hub 2) includes an additional 2G SIM slot, can accommodate more ReX range extenders, capable of more scenarios, bigger processor and memory and all important, it’s MotionCam compatible.
The Hub Plus is the expanded version of the Hub and includes 3G and WiFi to wirelessly connect to the router.
The Hub 2 Plus is the expanded version of the Hub 2 and includes 4G, WiFi and is also MotionCam compatible.
The Hub and Technical Specifications below will provide a more in-depth description of each one of the Hubs as well as their differences
Specifications of the various Ajax Hubs
The Hub is the original control panel that includes 100 wireless zones, 50 users, 50 rooms, 9 groups (partitions) and live stream up to 10 IP CCTV cameras, NVR’s / DVR’s. 1x ReX range extender can be added to the Hub to expand the wireless range between the Ajax wireless devices and allows for 5 Scenarios. The Hub includes a built-in Transformer including power cable, Battery backup for up to 15 hours, Ethernet including patch cable to connect to your router and 1x 2G GSM SIM slot.
The Hub Plus is the second-generation intelligent control panel and boasts a new powerful processor and increased memory capacity over the Hub. It includes 150 wireless zones, 99 users, 50 rooms, 25 partitions and up to 50 IP CCTV cameras, NVR’s / DVR’s. 5x ReX range extenderscan be added to the Hub Plus to expand the wireless range between the Ajax wireless devices and allows for 64 Scenarios. The Hub Plus includes a built-in Transformer including power cable, Battery backup for up to 16 hours, WiFi to connect to the router wirelessly, Ethernet including patch cable to connect to your router, 1x 2G GSM SIM slot and 1x 3G GSM SIM slot.
The Hub 2 is the third addition to the Hub family after the Hub Plus. It includes a technology called Wings that allows for visual alarm verification from the Ajax MotionCam. The Hub 2 is a 100-zone wireless control panel, 50 users, 50 rooms, 9 groups (partitions) and live stream up to 25 IP CCTV cameras, NVR’s / DVR’s. 5x ReX range extenders can be added to the Hub 2 to expand the wireless range of the Ajax wireless devices and allows for 32 Scenarios. The Hub 2 includes a built-in Transformer including power cable, Battery backup for up to 16 hours, Ethernet including patch cable to connect to your router and 2x 2G GSM SIM slots.
The Hub 2 Plus is the latest and the most efficient Ajax control panel. It has a processor that is 4.5 times faster than Hub 2 and 8 times more flash memory. This hardware configuration allows the device to work for years and remain relevant.
The Hub 2 Plus is a 200-zone wireless control panel and includes Wings technology for MotionCam compatibility. It has the capacity for 200 users, 25 groups (partitions) and live stream up to 100 IP CCTV cameras, NVR’s / DVR’s. 5x ReX range extenders can be added and allows for 64 Scenarios.
It includes a built-in Transformer including power cable, Battery backup for up to 15 hours, WiFi to connect to the router wirelessly, Ethernet including patch cable to connect to your router and 2x GSM SIM slots catering for 2G/3G/4G
Technical Specifications for Ajax Hubs
Technical Specifications | Hub | Hub Plus | Hub 2 | Hub 2 Plus | |
Connected Devices | 100 | 150 | 100 | 200 | |
Users | 50 | 99 | 50 | 200 | |
Rooms / Areas | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 | |
Groups / Partitions | 9 | 25 | 9 | 25 | |
ReX Range Extenders | 1 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
Scenarios | 5 | 64 | 32 | 64 | |
MotionCam Support | No | No | Yes | Yes | |
Video Surveillance | Up to 10 IP Cameras / DVR’s / NVR’s | Up to 50 IP Cameras / DVR’s / NVR’s | Up to 25 IP Cameras / DVR’s / NVR’s | Up to 100 IP Cameras / DVR’s / NVR’s | |
Communication Channels (Built-In) | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | |
Battery backup | Up to 15 Hours | Up to 16 Hours | Up to 16 Hours | Up to 15 Hours | |
Size | 163 x 163 x 36mm | 163 x 163 x 36mm | 163 x 163 x 36mm | 163 x 163 x 36mm | |
Weight | 350g | 350g | 362g | 351g | |
Warranty | 24 Months (batteries not included) | 24 Months (batteries not included) | 24 Months (batteries not included) | 24 Months (batteries not included) | |
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