Abstract: A intelligent surveillance platform is provided with wireless two-way sensory surveillance in environments wherein the entire surveillance unit and its supporting structure fit within a standard light switch junction box and otherwise also functions as a light switch. The platform serves as a sensory ‘edge-of-network’ subsystem for use with a local controller, a central data center engine, and a central viewing platform. The edge-of-network sensory element includes sensors, intelligence and transceivers housed in a wall enclosure under a modified light switch faceplate that incorporates a built-in antenna. The sensors may include an embedded camera, microphone, passive infrared heat detector and odor detector. The intelligence includes memory and logic controller. The transceiver has two-way audio and at least one video channel for broadcast. Light switch wiring supplies power to the device, obviating the need for any specialist installation.

Abstract: A intelligent surveillance platform is provided with wireless two-way sensory surveillance in environments wherein the entire surveillance unit and its supporting structure fit within a standard light switch junction box and otherwise also functions as a light switch. The platform serves as a sensory ‘edge-of-network’ subsystem for use with a local controller, a central data center engine, and a central viewing platform. The edge-of-network sensory element includes sensors, intelligence and transceivers housed in a wall enclosure under a modified light switch faceplate that incorporates a built-in antenna. The sensors may include an embedded camera, microphone, passive infrared heat detector and odor detector. The intelligence includes memory and logic controller. The transceiver has two-way audio and at least one video channel for broadcast. Light switch wiring supplies power to the device, obviating the need for any specialist installation.