License plate recognition systems

You can easily buy Avigilon’s LPR system in just a few simple steps. To buy an Avigilon LPR system, you can receive a free, customized demo from one of our security experts. You can also provide a few details to receive a no-obligation pricing estimate from our team of experts.

LPR camera systems are most effective when combined with other commercial security systems, such as video security, access control and alarm systems. Avigilon’s LPR system seamlessly integrates with these, enhancing security across the board, including: 

• Access control: Avigilon’s LPR system with access control systems allows license plates to be automatically reported and logged for real-time monitoring and decision-making. 
• Video security: Connecting to video security systems can link license plate information to live and recorded video. 
• Video management software: Integrating with video management software allows the creation and importing of license plate watch lists and provides security alerts.

Avigilon’s LPR system has several key features designed to enhance security and efficiency. These features include: 

• High-accuracy license plate detection
• Real-time alerts and notifications
• Seamless integrations
• Advanced search functionality
• High-resolution imaging
• Cloud-based data management

Additionally, Avigilon’s systems are scalable and customizable,allowing for more LPR cameras and locations as needed and customizable to meet specific operational requirements.

License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology uses optical character recognition to detect, capture and analyze vehicle license plates in real-time. Using cameras and advanced software, LPR systems identify license plate numbers from images or video, converting them into digital data.

LPR systems often integrate with broader security platforms, offering real-time alerts and searchable databases to enhance safety and operational efficiency.

A license plate recognition system works by using advanced cameras equipped with optical character recognition (OCR) software to automatically capture and analyze vehicle license plates. When a vehicle passes through the camera’s field of view, the system detects the license plate, even in various lighting or weather conditions. It then converts the image into digital data, allowing for real-time identification and comparison against stored lists, such as authorized vehicles or watchlists.

The accuracy of a license plate recognition system depends on several factors, including the quality of the cameras, lighting conditions, vehicle speed and the angle of the license plate. Avigilon’s LPR system is highly accurate, leveraging advanced AI technology to capture and recognize license plates with precision, even in challenging conditions such as low light, high speeds or adverse weather.

There are many benefits of using a LPR system for security — for example, automated vehicle monitoring to capture and identify license plates in real-time. Additional benefits of using a LPR system for security include enhanced access control, real-time alerts, improved investigations and increased operational efficiency. LPR technology can also be deployed across multiple locations, making it a versatile solution for various environments.

Yes, LPR systems are designed to operate effectively in various weather conditions. Avigilon’s LPR system uses advanced cameras with infrared illumination to capture clear images of license plates in low light, rain, fog or snow. Additionally, Avigilon LPR systems incorporate AI and image processing technologies that can adjust for environmental factors, ensuring reliable performance in challenging conditions.

License plate recognition systems have many common applications, such as: 

• Automatically managing vehicle entry and exit for access control
• Streamlining parking management
• Providing support to law enforcement agencies 

License plate recognition systems also play a key role in automating toll payments on highways and bridges, monitoring and managing traffic flow to reduce congestion and enhancing border security by tracking vehicles entering or leaving a country. Additionally, these systems help ensure the safety of large gatherings by screening vehicles at stadiums, concert venues, and other high-traffic areas.

The main difference between license plate recognition and license plate capture is the level of processing. License plate capture simply takes images or video of a vehicle’s plate without any analysis. License plate recognition, however, captures the plate and then analyzes the characters, converting the number into digital data.

The installation process for LPR systems typically involves several steps:

• Site assessment: The first step is to thoroughly assess the location to determine the best camera placement. This involves considering factors like lighting conditions, traffic flow, and the angles needed to capture clear license plate images.
• Camera installation: After selecting the appropriate equipment, cameras are installed at key points, such as entry and exit gates or along roadways. Proper positioning at the right angles and heights is important to ensure clear license plate capture.
• System integration: Once installed, the cameras are integrated into a central control system, which can include servers, cloud platforms, or local storage. These cameras can also connect to existing security systems, like access control.

Each step ensures the system functions effectively for capturing and processing license plate data.

Speak with one of our security experts for a detailed LPR system installation process overview.

The cost of a license plate reader varies depending on several factors, including the quality of the cameras, the sophistication of the software and the scale of the deployment. Installation and system integration costs are other license plate reader cost considerations.