Traf-Sys Eclipse People Counter

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Eclipse People Counter

Overhead AI-Powered Sensor for Reliable Foot Traffic Data

Retailers, facility managers, and public venue operators seeking accurate people counting in challenging environments often choose overhead image-processing sensors. The Eclipse People Counter from Traf-Sys performs well in high-traffic areas, under varying lighting conditions, and across wide entrances where other systems may struggle.

Mounted above entrances and paired with VisiCount software, the Eclipse delivers directional counts and supports monitoring across multiple doors, facilities, or even thousands of counting points on a single network.

How the Eclipse Uses AI for Accurate Counting

The sensor employs AI technology to distinguish human movement from nearby objects or non-human motion. It tracks direction—recording entries and exits separately—which provides clearer data on actual occupancy and flow patterns. This directional awareness improves the reliability of pedestrian traffic statistics.

The Eclipse offers flexible connectivity. It supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) and includes a built-in Ethernet port for configuration and data transfer. For installations where running cables is difficult, it can connect via Wi-Fi using WPA2-Personal encryption.

Primary use cases: Foot traffic monitoring, occupancy tracking, staffing optimization, and retail analytics when paired with Traf-Sys VisiCount software.

Key strengths:

  • Simple installation and set up
  • AI-powered differentiation of human movement from non-human objects.
  • Customizable count zones that adapt to differing entrance layouts.
  • Directional counting (in vs. out).
  • Data storage during power interruptions
  • Strong performance in high-traffic areas, dynamic lighting, and wide entrances.
  • Scalable support for multiple entrances, facilities, or thousands of monitoring points on one network.

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How the Eclipse Delivers Accurate People Counting

The sensor uses AI technology to:

  • Distinguish genuine human motions from nearby movements (e.g., shopping carts, strollers, or objects).
  • Track directionality, separately recording entries and exits for precise occupancy and flow data.

This results in more reliable pedestrian traffic statistics compared to basic sensors.

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Connectivity and Installation Options

Power and networking:

  • Power over Ethernet (PoE) support.
  • Built-in Ethernet port for configuration and data access.
  • Wi-Fi connectivity option with WPA2-Personal encryption (eliminates need for Cat5/Ethernet cabling in many installations).

Mounting: Overhead installation above entrances.

Integration: Works seamlessly with Traf-Sys VisiCount people counting software for real-time data, reporting, and multi-site management.

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Why Choose the Eclipse Overhead People Counter?

  • Handles challenging conditions better than many thermal or infrared alternatives.
  • Provides directional awareness and AI filtering for cleaner data.
  • Supports large-scale deployments across multiple locations.
  • Maintains data integrity with local backup storage during network or power issues.

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Technical Specifications

  • Design: Curved, aesthetically clean ABS plastic housing.
  • Mounting height: 7.5 to 13.75 feet (optimal).
  • Power: PoE (Power over Ethernet).
  • Connectivity: Ethernet + Wi-Fi (WPA2-Personal).
  • Environment: Indoor use.
  • Capabilities: High-volume traffic handling, customizable count zones, directional (IN/OUT) counting.

Best For

  • Retail stores and shopping centers needing accurate customer traffic data.
  • Libraries, museums, and public facilities tracking visitor flow.
  • Multi-location operations requiring centralized reporting.
  • Environments with wide entrances, variable lighting, or high foot traffic.

Related Traf-Sys Solutions:

  • VisiCount People Counting Software
  • Direct Count One Wireless People Counter
  • Full suite of retail traffic analytics tools

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The Advantages of Overhead Image Processing People Counting

Overhead sensors like the Eclipse provide several practical benefits compared with other counting methods:

  • Extended coverage — Different lens options allow the system to monitor larger or double-wide entrances and open mall-style spaces.
  • Adaptability to conditions — The sensor automatically adjusts to changes in lighting or temperature that might affect thermal-based units.
  • Remote access — IoT support enables monitoring and configuration from internet-connected devices.
  • Data protection — Built-in flash memory automatically stores more than a week of counts during power outages.
  • Demographic filtering — The system can filter out children, strollers, and shopping carts to focus on relevant adult customer traffic.
  • Straightforward maintenance — Software updates keep the unit current without complex hardware changes.

These capabilities help organizations obtain dependable foot traffic totals that support better staffing and business decisions.

Requirements for Operation

The Eclipse integrates with a standard network connection and Traf-Sys VisiCount software. This combination enables near real-time reporting and advanced analysis of pedestrian traffic data.

For a closer look at how the Eclipse fits into broader traffic monitoring strategies, see our overviews of VisiCount people counting software and wireless people counters.

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FAQs

Its AI-driven image processing provides strong performance in varied lighting, wide entrances, and high-traffic settings, along with directional counting and environmental adaptability.

Yes. While it supports PoE and Ethernet, it also offers Wi-Fi connectivity using WPA2-Personal encryption.

The unit’s flash memory automatically backs up more than a week of data, protecting counts until power resumes.

Yes. The system scales to manage multiple entrances and facilities through VisiCount software.

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