SensMax SE/DE Data Collector

The SensMax SE/DE Data Collector is a handheld device for downloading visitor statistics from SensMax SE and SensMax DE outdoor people counting sensors. It is used for projects where sensors are installed in parks, trails, public toilets, beaches, campgrounds and other outdoor locations without electricity, gateways or internet connection.

The collector retrieves stored hourly data from SE and DE sensors through a short-range infrared connection. During a site visit, the user aims the handheld collector at the sensor, presses the read button and downloads the stored pedestrian counting data.

Collected data is stored inside the device and later transferred to a PC via USB. The data can then be imported into SensMax EasyReport software for historical reports, charts and long-term visitor analysis.

Handheld infrared data download from SensMax SE and DE outdoor people counting sensors.

At a Glance

• Handheld data collector for SensMax SE and DE outdoor people counting sensors.
• No fixed infrastructure required - no gateway, cabling, electricity or network connection is needed at the sensor location.
• Infrared data download from up to 1 m distance.
• Supports up to 100 outdoor sensors in one collection workflow.
• Stores up to 2000 days of hourly data, shared across connected sensors.
• USB connection to PC for importing data into SensMax EasyReport software.
• Built-in rechargeable battery with up to 1 year of typical use.
• Simple field workflow - visit the sensor, read data, return to office and import reports.
• Suitable for off-grid visitor counting in parks, trails, public toilets, beaches and outdoor venues.

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How It Works

SensMax SE and DE outdoor people counting sensors store hourly footfall statistics in their internal memory. The SE/DE Data Collector is used during regular site visits to download this data without removing the sensor or connecting any cables outdoors.

The user points the collector toward the sensor and starts the infrared readout. The connection works at a short distance of up to 1 m, which keeps the data collection process simple and controlled in outdoor conditions.

After data is downloaded from one sensor, the user can continue to the next location. The collector can store readings from multiple sensors and keep them in internal memory until the data is transferred to a PC.

Installation and Use

The SE/DE Data Collector does not require installation. It is a portable handheld device used by maintenance staff, park managers, facility operators or service teams during regular collection rounds.

Before use, the built-in battery is charged via USB. During the field visit, the user downloads data from each SE or DE sensor using the infrared connection. Back at the office, the collector is connected to a PC and the data is imported into SensMax EasyReport software.

This workflow is useful when sensor locations are spread across a park, trail network, city area or outdoor facility and no real-time communication infrastructure is required.

Compatible Sensors

The SE/DE Data Collector is designed for offline data collection from SensMax outdoor infrared people counting sensors.

• SensMax SE outdoor people counting sensor - simple unidirectional outdoor pedestrian counting.
• SensMax DE bidirectional outdoor people counting sensor - IN/OUT outdoor pedestrian counting for entrances, gates and paths.

The collector is not a people counting sensor itself. It is used to retrieve stored counting data from SE and DE sensors and transfer it to reporting software.

Typical outdoor locations for SensMax SE and DE sensors with handheld data collection.

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Typical Applications

SensMax SE/DE Data Collector is suitable for outdoor people counting projects where simple offline data collection is preferred over real-time transmission.

• Parks and trails for weekly or monthly pedestrian counting reports.
• Public toilets for usage monitoring and cleaning schedule planning.
• Nature reserves where electricity and internet access are not available.
• Beaches and campgrounds for seasonal visitor statistics.
• Outdoor venues where basic footfall data is needed without fixed networks.
• Walking paths and pedestrian gates for long-term outdoor usage monitoring.

Business Benefits

The SE/DE Data Collector helps operators collect structured visitor statistics from outdoor locations without installing gateways, network equipment or power infrastructure. This keeps the system simple and cost-effective for dispersed sites where real-time reporting is not required.

For municipalities, parks and facility operators, regular data collection supports better planning of cleaning, maintenance, staffing and funding requests. Historical reports also make it easier to compare usage between different locations and seasons.

• collect outdoor visitor data without internet or electricity;
• reduce installation cost for remote counting locations;
• organize repeatable field collection rounds;
• store long-term hourly statistics from multiple sensors;
• prepare EasyReport reports for planning, budgeting and service optimization.

Example in Action

A municipal parks department installs SensMax SE and DE sensors at trailheads, park entrances and public restrooms. The sites do not have electricity or network coverage, so real-time data transfer is not required.

Once per week, staff visit each location with the SE/DE Data Collector and download the stored hourly statistics. Back at the office, the data is imported into SensMax EasyReport software. The reports show which entrances and restrooms are used most often, helping the department plan cleaning schedules, maintenance work and future trail improvements.

Technical Details

FAQ SE/DE Data Collector

• Is the SE/DE Data Collector a people counting sensor?
  No. It is not a counting sensor. It is a handheld device used to download stored data from SensMax SE and DE outdoor people counting sensors.
• Which sensors does it support?
  The collector supports SensMax SE and SensMax DE outdoor people counting sensors.
• Does the sensor location need electricity or internet?
  No. Data is downloaded locally through an infrared connection, so the sensor location does not need electricity, gateways or network coverage.
• How close should the collector be to the sensor?
  The infrared connection range is up to 1 m.
• How many sensors can one collector service?
  One collector can service up to 100 outdoor sensors.
• How much data can the collector store?
  The internal memory can store up to 2000 days of hourly statistics, shared across sensors.
• How is the collected data transferred to a computer?
  The collector connects to a PC by USB. Data is imported into SensMax EasyReport software.
• How long does the collector battery last?
  The built-in rechargeable battery can operate for up to 1 year in typical use.

Ready to Get Started?

Need a simple way to collect data from outdoor people counting sensors without internet or gateways? SensMax can help you choose the right SE/DE offline counting setup for parks, trails, public toilets, beaches, campgrounds and outdoor venues.

Share your project location, number of sensors, collection frequency and reporting requirements, and we will help define the correct setup.

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