Table of Contents
1. What You Need
2. Step-by-Step Installation
2.1 Mount the Cameras
2.2 Install the Mini-PC (Image Processor)
2.3 Connect the Gate Controller
2.4 Power the Gate Controller
2.5 Connect the Gate Controller to the Internet
3. Network Requirements
4. After Everything is Connected
5. Phone & WhatsApp Support
1. What You Need
1x or more License Plate Cameras (PoE)
1x Mini-PC for Image Processing
1x Gate Controller
Power & network access
Your gate’s control board
2. Step-by-Step Installation
2.1. Mount the Cameras
- Mount each camera 1–3 meters high
- Ideal distance from vehicle: 3–7 meters
- Angle toward vehicles approaching the gate
- If using 2 cameras (e.g. IN + OUT), mount one on each side
- For wide gates: use 2 cameras on the same side
Connection:
- Use PoE cable for both power and internet
- Assign each camera a fixed IP address
- Write down the IPs – we will need them to configure the system
2.2. Install the Mini-PC (Image Processor)
- Place the Mini-PC anywhere on the same local network as the cameras – Typically installed in a server rack or equipment room
Connect it to:
- Power adapter
- Ethernet (same network as cameras)
- The Mini-PC comes with pre-installed software.
- Once connected, we’ll remotely configure everything in ~60 minutes.
2.3. Connect the Gate Controller
- Mount the gate controller near the gate motor (usually in a waterproof box)
Connect the 2 switch wires to your gate control board:
- Point 1 → NO (Normally Open)
- Point 2 → COM (Common Ground)
- Use any standard 0.2mm or thicker wire
2.4. Power the Gate Controller
Choose one of 3 power options:
a) Micro USB Power
– Plug into a nearby socket
– International adapters included
b) 110–240V Mains Hardwire Kit
– Connect directly to the gate’s power supply
c) PoE Splitter
– Use one Cat5/6 cable for both internet and power
2.5. Connect the Gate Controller to the Internet
You can connect using:
Ethernet (preferred, built-in)
WiFi (10m standard, 35m with external antenna)
4G Gateway (SIM-based, install in same enclosure)
Starlink (ordered separately)
3. Network Requirements
- Cameras and Mini-PC must be on the same local network
- No internet needed for camera ↔ Mini-PC communication
Internet is needed for:
- Initial remote setup
- Cloud dashboard access
- Remote support and software updates
4. After Everything is Connected
Once cameras, Mini-PC, and gate controller are powered and connected:
- Send us the camera IPs and gate controller info
- We will remotely configure and test the full system
You’ll be ready to go in under an hour
Support
North America & South America
Mon - Fri 09:00 - 18:00 EST
Call: +1 (832) 378-8126
Europe, Middle East, Asia & Others
Mon - Fri 09:00 - 18:00 CET
Call: +1 (516) 407-0958
info@gateguardX.com
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