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VistaZ Technology

What makes VistaZ unique?​

VistaZ offers several innovative features that set it apart:

Core Technology

  • Combined cellular and camera capabilities in a single wireless device
  • Universal compatibility - single SKU works with most refrigerators/freezers
  • Energy-efficient design with rechargeable battery and energy harvesting
  • Industry-leading battery life
  • Door monitoring without using magnets
  • Unibody design - Peel and stick

Installation & Usage

  • Rapid deployment - typically under 5-minute installation
  • Retrofit capability for existing coolers
  • Flexible connectivity options
  • Superior image quality and coverage
  • Backed by 8+ years of cooler/freezer camera expertise

Technical Specifications​

What are the key design features?​

Battery System

  • 18650 LT battery type
  • Multiple source compatibility
  • Metal containment for safety
  • Low-temperature operation capability
  • Rechargeable design

Environmental Protection

  • IP67 rating
  • Waterproof design
  • Contamination prevention
  • Non-ignition source verified

Physical Design

  • Screwed battery access
  • Tamper-resistant construction
  • IP67 seal maintenance post-battery change

What certifications does VistaZ hold?​

Regulatory Certifications

  • FCC
  • CE-RED
  • UKCA
  • RoHS
  • Bluetooth/Cellular pre-certification
  • MSDS
  • IEC 62311:2020
  • UN38.3

Environmental Rating

  • IP67 certified

Safety Declarations

  • European conformance declaration
  • Non-ignition source verification

How does VistaZ typically operate?​

Vertical/Swing Door Units

  • Door event monitoring
  • 30-minute temperature readings
  • Daily image capture during first door open (8am-4pm window)
  • 30-degree door angle target for optimal imaging
  • 23-hour retry window for missed captures

Horizontal/Shelf Units

  • Fixed-time image capture
  • No door or temperature monitoring

What operational flexibility is available?​

Temperature Monitoring

  • Adjustable frequency down to 5-minute intervals

Communication Options

  • Vertical units: Every door open
  • Horizontal units: As frequent as 5-minute intervals

Image Capture Settings

  • Door-trigger option
  • Up to 7 programmable time slots
  • Fixed-time scheduling

What is the installation procedure?​

Four-Phase Process

  1. Pre-installation Requirements

    • Device preparation
    • Mobile app setup
    • Location/asset data collection

  2. Device Verification

    • Hardware testing
    • Connectivity check

  3. Physical Installation

    • Mounting
    • Initial configuration

  4. Post-Installation Verification

    • System check
    • Communication test

What installation modes are available?​

  • Factory/Warehouse Installation

    • Streamlined process
    • No pre-loaded data required

  • Field Installation

    • Expert mode for experienced installers
    • Guided wizard mode for new installers

How does temperature monitoring work?​

Core Technology

  • Built-in temperature sensor with ±2°F accuracy
  • 30-minute reaction time (IP67 certified)
  • Default measurement interval: 30 minutes (adjustable)

Key Features

  • Delayed reaction time prevents false alerts during restocking
  • Ideal for vertical/upright cooler product temperature monitoring
  • Configurable measurement intervals (minimum 5 minutes)

Limitations

  • May not be as accurate for horizontal/chest coolers due to temperature variation between glass and product levels

How does the door monitoring system work?​

Technology

  • Built-in accelerometer/gyroscope for swing door monitoring
  • Magnet-free design
  • 95%+ accuracy rate

Features

  • Time-stamped door events
  • Door open duration tracking
  • Trend analysis capabilities
  • Automatic recalibration system

Auto-Calibration Process

  • Triggers when door remains open >5 minutes
  • Compensates for cooler repositioning
  • Maintains accuracy without manual intervention

What are the image capture capabilities?​

Camera Specifications

  • 210-degree Field of View (FoV)
  • Enhanced depth analysis
  • Minimal blind spots
  • Still camera only (no video/audio)

Image Quality Features

  • Anti-fogging lens technology
  • Remote-adjustable settings for fog management
  • Automated 99%+ human body part obfuscation (cloud-based)

What connectivity options are available?​

Cellular Mode

  • LTE CAT M1 with 2G fallback
  • NB-IoT capability (disabled by default)
  • Daily command and control ping
  • Adjustable communication frequency

WiFi Mode

  • 2.4GHz WiFi compatibility
  • Similar functionality to cellular mode
  • Requires stable network configuration

Bluetooth/Slave Mode

  • Compatible with:
    • Coolr SmartHub
    • Third-party controllers (e.g., Sollatek)
  • On-demand connection and data download

How are connectivity challenges addressed?​

WiFi Implementation Guidelines

  • Stable password management recommended
  • Vendor network preference
  • 2.4 GHz WiFi requirement
  • Direct connection to Coolr endpoint needed

Cellular Gateway Solutions

  • Coolr SmartHub option for poor connectivity areas
  • Enhanced power and band support compared to standard VistaZ

What are known edge cases?​

Image Capture Challenges

  • Daily capture limit of 1-3 images for battery/cost optimization
  • Potential image quality rejection due to environmental factors
  • Rare human feature obfuscation bypass
  • Limitations for shelf/display due to physical or logistical challenges

Connectivity Limitations

  • Cellular signal variation inside cabinets
  • Country-specific roaming restrictions
  • WiFi restriction to 2.4 GHz

Special Requirements

  • Local SIM requirements for specific countries
  • Special permissions may be required for shared space installations
  • Alternative solutions such as WiFi/ Gateway for poor signal areas