Wachit VCR controller

Wachit turns an ordinary home VCR into an intelligent motion-based real time security video event recorder, without the need for a motion detector and extra wiring.

Wachit is a small (10cm x 5.5cm x 2.5cm) solid state device that connects in the phono line between a video camera and a VCR. It can also optionally connect to an electronic security system. The Wachit detects a moving object in the video signal received from the video camera, without the need for a computer and sophisticated software normally required for this processing. The sensitivity of the Wachit to detect moving objects is adjustable to avoid pets causing false alarms.

Wachit learns the infra-red signals of remote controller units of most VCRs and can control them by sending the same signals. In many situations Wachit overcomes the need for an expensive Time Lapse VCR. Unlike systems using time lapse VCRs, Wachit prevents recording of static images with long duration of inactivity.

Wachit can be used on tapes that have been recorded by time lapse VCRs to extract only those parts of a video tape that contain movement. This will save a long time looking for events within hours of static images recorded by time lapse VCRs.

Wachit can be armed and disarmed by an electronic security system. It can also send a relay contact signal to a security system when a motion is detected or video signal is lost.

Installation is very easy. Just 4 push fit connections that can not be installed incorrectly. Follow a very simple procedure to teach the remote control codes of the VCR to the Wachit and connect a security camera to the "Video In" of  Wachit. When a motion is detected Wachit activates the VCR into record mode. When there is no activity, it stops the VCR. No more static video with no image activity.

The Wachit is supplied with a CE approved UK plug top power supply, see photo, a phono to phono connecting cable and a blink Infra-Red emitter. The Wachit is not yet itself CE approved.