WO2017055842A1

WO2017055842A1 - Security system

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Publication number: WO2017055842A1
Application number: PCT/GB2016/053023
Authority: WO
Inventors: Daniel ROWLAND; Antony Cook
Original assignee: Mogoza Ltd
Priority date: 2015-09-29
Filing date: 2016-09-28
Publication date: 2017-04-06
Also published as: GB2542798B; GB2542798A; GB201517218D0

Abstract

A security system is provided and comprises a lighting unit and one or more remote sensors. The lighting unit comprises a local sensor; the lighting unit further comprises an ambient lighting function and a security light function. The ambient lighting function is triggerable by the local sensor and the security function is triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

Description

SECURITY SYSTEM

The present invention relates general to a security system and particularly to a system for monitoring an environment and alerting a user to the presence of a potential intruder.

There are a variety of circumstances in which it is desirable to be alerted to the presence of a potential intruder and/or to provide a deterrent to a would-be intruder. A camp-site environment can be particularly vulnerable as often they are isolated and provide little in the way of protection from theft of property. One example of this is a fishing camp-site, in which often a fisherman will have large amounts of valuable equipment set up outside a tent whilst the fisherman rests or sleeps inside the tent.

The present invention seeks to provide a security system for improving the safety and security of individuals and their property in a camp-site environment.

According to an aspect of the present invention there is provided a security system comprising a lighting unit and one or more remote sensors, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising an ambient lighting function and a security light function, the ambient lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the security function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

The system may comprise alert means for indicating if the ambient and/or security lighting function has been activated.

The alert means may comprise an audible alert. Alternatively or additionally the alert means may comprise a visual alert.

The volume of the audible alert may be adjustable. The intensity of the visual alert may be adjustable.

A plurality of different audible alerts may be provided. Means for storing a selection of alerts may be provided. It may also be possible for the user to introduce new alerts to the selection.

The system may further comprise a control unit, transceiver or the like.

The control unit may be configured to control the characteristics of one or more of: light intensity of the ambient and/or security lighting function; selection of an audible alert; power levels; low power alert; and volume of an audible alert.

The lighting unit and/or sensor(s) and/or control unit may be wireless.

The local sensor and or remote sensor/s may comprise one or more detectors. In some systems a plurality of detectors may be provided on or by the lighting unit. Detectors may, for example, face in different directions.

It may be possible in some embodiments for individual detectors to be selectively deactivated. This could be used, for example, to prevent inadvertent environmental triggers depending on the positioning of the unit. In some embodiments selective inactivation could be achieved mechanically e.g. by physically covering a detector; in other embodiments detectors could be turned on and off electronically, for example from the lighting unit itself and/or a control unit.

The or at least one of the detectors may be: a passive infrared sensor; a microwave detector; an ultrasonic detector; a tomographic motion detector; a heat detector; or a video camera detector. In some embodiments detectors may use more than one form of detection; this can be used to help reduce the risk of a false activation, for example by requiring each of the detection forms to be triggered before an alarm status is generated.

The local sensor and/or remote sensor(s) may be PIR-based (passive infrared detector) motion detectors, used to sense movement of people, animals, or other objects and triggering the automatically-activated lighting systems.

A PIR sensor is an electronic sensor that measures infrared light radiating from objects in its field of view. This type of sensor can be used as a motion or proximity sensor.

The local sensor may be triggered by motion and heat. The remote sensor(s) may be triggered by motion and heat.

It may be possible for the ambient and/or security lighting functions to be turned on or off. The intensity of the ambient and/or security lighting functions may be adjustable. The lighting functionality may be controllable locally at the lighting unit.

The ambient and/or security lighting functions may be provided by one or more LEDs. Ambient light LEDs may, for example, be provided in the base of the lighting unit.

The sensor(s) may include means for connecting to and/or receiving a support member.

The lighting unit may include means for connecting to and/or receiving a support member. The means for connecting to and/or receiving a support member may comprise a screw threaded male or female portion.

The support member may be a bank stick. The security light function may be floodlighting. The lighting may be constant or flashing.

The lighting unit may be generally brick-shaped; for example generally parallelepiped shape.

The lighting unit may comprise a plurality of faces. A local sensor may be provided in each of the faces.

The lighting unit and/or sensor(s) and/or control unit may be battery powered and a removable battery cradle may be provided.

The cradle may include means for securing it in the unit/sensor.

Part of the cradle may be rotatable to release if from, or secure it in, position.

The cradle may include attachment means for attaching to a support member.

The remote sensors may be unique to the system. In some embodiments it is possible for further remote sensors to be added to the system.

In some embodiments the remote sensors can be formed like an "electronic trip wire" with a narrow angle of detection, for example using a lens to determine the angle. Other embodiments may use wider angle detection, for example 140 degrees. In some embodiments up to and including 360 degree detection may be used. The field of view, angle of detection, sensitivity and range of sensors may be variable.

In some embodiments the remote sensors can be disguised, for example being placed close to bushes and shrubs so they cannot easily be seen.

In some embodiments the security system is specifically adapted to be used externally, for example by weather-proofing components. For example the lighting unit, remote sensor/s and control unit may be sealed, waterproof bodies. Some embodiments, for example, are intended for use as campsite/tent/hide security systems in which it is useful to provide the dual lighting functionality: local lighting for personal usage; and security lighting for intruder detection. The term "intruder" could mean humans, but could also relate to vehicles, or animals that might present a threat (such a bears, lions and tigers).

The present invention also provides a campsite security system comprising a lighting unit and one or more remote sensors, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising an ambient lighting function and a security light function, the ambient lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the security function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

The present invention also provides a campsite security kit comprising a lighting unit and one or more remote sensors, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising an ambient lighting function and a security light function, the ambient lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the security function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

The present invention also provides a wireless fisherman's security alarm system comprising a lighting unit positionable at or towards the front of a fishing bank camp site and one or more remote sensors positionable behind and/or to the side of the site, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising an ambient lighting function and a security light function, the ambient lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the security function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

The present invention also provides a campsite security system comprising a wireless-communicating, battery-powered, intruder alarm and visitor detecting device, additionally providing low level lighting to a campsite location.

The present invention also provides a lighting system comprising a lighting unit, the lighting unit comprising a first lighting function and a second light function, the first lighting function being triggerable by a first event type and the second lighting function being triggerable by a second, different event type.

The first and second events may, for example, be motion/presence detection.

The first and second lighting functions may be first and second illumination levels and/or types. The levels may be provided by the same or different illumination means (such as bulbs).

The present invention also provides a lighting system comprising a lighting unit and one or more remote sensors, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising a first lighting function and a second light function, the first lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the second lighting function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

Different aspects and embodiments of the invention may be used separately or together. Further particular and preferred aspects of the present invention are set out in the accompanying independent and dependent claims. Features of the dependent claims may be combined with the features of the independent claims as appropriate, and in combination other than those explicitly set out in the claims.

The present invention will now be described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings.

The example embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those of ordinary skill in the art to embody and implement the systems and processes herein described. It is important to understand that embodiments can be provided in many alternate forms and should not be construed as limited to the examples set forth herein.

Accordingly, while embodiment can be modified in various ways and take on various alternative forms, specific embodiments thereof are shown in the drawings and described in detail below as examples. There is no intent to limit to the particular forms disclosed. On the contrary, all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the appended claims should be included. Elements of the example embodiments are consistently denoted by the same reference numerals throughout the drawings and detailed description where appropriate.

In the following description, all orientational terms, such as upper, lower, radially and axially, are used in relation to the drawings and should not be interpreted as limiting on the invention or its connection to a closure.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein are to be interpreted as is customary in the art. It will be further understood that terms in common usage should also be interpreted as is customary in the relevant art and not in an idealised or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.

Referring now to the drawings, wherein like reference numbers are used to designate like elements throughout the various views, several embodiments of the present invention are further described. The figures are not necessary drawn to scale, and in some instances the drawings may have been exaggerated or simplified for illustrative purposes only. One of ordinary skill in the art will appreciate the many possible applications and variations of the present invention based on the following examples of possible embodiments of the present invention.

Referring first to Figures I to 6 there is described a security system formed in accordance with the present invention.

I . Introduction In this embodiment the system is to be designed as a wireless communicating, battery powered, intruder alarm and visitor detecting device, additionally providing low level lighting to a campsite location.

2. System Components

The system consists of 5 active components:

Control Unit

Lighting Unit (Security Light and Ambient Lighting)

Sensor Unit I

Sensor Unit 2

Sensor Unit 3 (Additional)

3. System Description

-The system will be battery powered with easily replaceable AA type dry cells. -Sensor Units will communicate wirelessly to the Control Unit.

-The Control Unit will set off a user defined alarm/alert (Dog Bark, Dog Growl, Owl Sound, and Door Bell). -The system will also set off a Security Light if an intruder enters the vicinity.

-The Lighting Unit will have Ambient Lighting in the base (4 LED chip lights activated by 4 PIR/Motion sensors in the lighting unit. The Ambient Lighting can be dimmed by a dimmer knob, and also switched off by a separate on/off button.

-The light output will be greater pointing into the camp area, with lower light output shining on the fishing (swim) area.

-The Security Light will also be dimmable, with a separate on/off switch.

3.1 Wireless Link

-The wireless communications system should be based on the 433MHz licence-free frequency using a Frequency Modulated (FM) technique.

-The range will be up to 60m -The Sensor Units will report motion by a code. -The Sensor Units will also report the status of the batteries on a regular basis. -In this way, a link indicator (in-range indicator) with the remote located Sensor Units can be achieved. -The Sensor Units will also alert the Lighting Unit to trigger the Security Light.

3.2 Introducing a third (or replacement) Sensor Unit

Each system is to be sold as "unique", meaning the code contained within the components of the kit is unique. This avoids problems with close use of the same equipment and allows the same type of equipment to co-habit in close proximity. However, if a Sensor Unit is lost, or the Lighting Unit is lost, a replacement can be introduced into the system by means of a user initiated "learn" process.

- An (Infra-Red) link is fitted in each unit. The two units recognise each other and the new Sensor Unit is added to the group by an automated process. The process will take seconds.

- The process is simple. Bring both units together with the LED lens' facing each other. Turn on both units. Turn the sounds/pairing knob to the pairing icon. Wait for the Sensor Unit LED to flash.

- The Sensor Unit will then be ready to use.

- It works on a short distance, which is ideal. This means that in normal use, with Sensor Units many metres away, the learn facility will not work. It is not used at any other time except during the learn process.

- This allows Sensor Units from other kits to be "adopted." The number of Sensor Units is currently limited to 3.

- A Lighting Unit can also be adopted by the same process. All units may thereby be replaceable.

- The Sensor Units are unique to their colours and positions. Sensor Unit I has a Green status LED, and a corresponding Green indicator LED on the Control Unit. Sensor Unit 2 has a Red status LED, and a corresponding Red indicator LED on the Control Unit. Sensor Unit 3 has a Yellow status LED, and a corresponding Yellow indicator LED on the Control Unit. Replacements for Sensor Units 1 , 2 or 3 can be paired to any system, becoming that system's new Green, Blue or Yellow Sensor.

3.3 System Synchronization

- Synchronisation of the system is automatic.

- In order to check the Sensor Unit and Lighting Unit are within range, their corresponding LEDs on the Control Unit will illuminate for 3 seconds, before going off when synced. - When Sensor Units or Lighting Unit are out of range, their corresponding indicator LEDs on the Control Unit will illuminate, and stay on until in range. When in range again they will stay on for 3 seconds then go out.

- Status LEDs on the Sensor Units and Lighting Unit will illuminate when component is turned on, and stay on until component is turned off.

- Sync Example: If turning on the Control Unit first, then turning on a Sensor Unit; that Sensor Units indicator LED on the Control Unit will illuminate for 3 seconds then go off when synced. Each component will sync individually with the Control Unit if the Control Unit is turned on first.

- Sync Example: If the Sensor Units and Security Light are turned on first, when the Control Unit is turned on all indicator LEDs on the Control Unit will illuminate for 3 seconds, then go off when synced. If you turn off the Control Unit after the system has synced, then turn it back on again, all indicator LEDs on the Control will illuminate again for 3 seconds and go off when re-synced.

4. System Components

4.1 Description of Sensor Unit

-Sensor Units will detect the presence of a warm moving object. If a Sensor Unit is triggered, it will send a code to the Control Unit, thus alerting the occupants that an intruder/visitor is in the vicinity.

- The detection range is around 3m, with a spread of at least 140°.

-To avoid false triggers Sensor Units must detect both motion and the presence of a warm object to be triggered.

-Additionally, Sensor Units are to send regular battery status reports to the Control Unit, and the Control Unit will warn the occupants that the battery is running low.

Power Supply

-2 x replaceable AA dry cells

-Voltage range 3.6V to 2.8V

Controls/Stimulus

-ON-OFF switch button -Status LED above the button showing when Sensor Units are switched On. Low brightness, and stays On when component is On. -2 x internal Passive Infra-Red (PIR)/Motion sensors

-Status LEDs: Green LED (sensor I ), Red LED (sensor 2), Yellow LED (sensor 3)

-Colour LEDs on the Sensor Units and Lighting Unit match corresponding indicator LEDs on the Control Unit.

4.2 Description of Control Unit

Power Supply

4 x replaceable AA dry cells

Voltage range 7.2V to 5.6V

Controls/Stimulus

-Alarm stimulated by receipt of alarm code from a Sensor Unit

-ON-OFF switch part of the volume knob, like a Walkie Talkie, so you turn the knob and it clicks and is switched on, then as you turn the knob further the volume increases from zero to maximum. LEDs

(see diagram for layout)

-When turning on system, the status LED for each element of the system will turn on for 3 seconds, and then turn off indicating system is working.

Low battery indicators

- Indicator LED flashes to indicate low battery condition of Control Unit

Indicator LEDs flash to indicate low battery condition of each Sensor Unit

Indicator LED flashes to indicate low battery condition of Lighting Unit

Alarm

LED flash on receiver to indicate which Sensor Unit has been triggered when alarm is activated. Sounds

-Sound selection knob (four sound positions) Dog Bark / Dog Growl / Owl Sound / Door Bell.

-SD card to hold up to 24 audio files, arranged as themes. There will be 4 themes (dog bark, owl hoot, dog growl, doorbell) and their files will be activated in a random sequence so they are less recognisable. -Doorbell (I file) -Owl Hoot (6 files)

-Dog Growl (6 files)

-Dog Bark (10 files) -The loudspeaker will be weather-proof

4.3 Description of Lighting Unit

Power Supply

4 x replaceable AA dry cells

Voltage range 7.2V to 5.6V

Controls/Stimulus a. Security Light Alarm code:

-The Security Light is triggered by the alarm code from any of the 3 Sensor Units. It's not triggered by the occupant passing the Lighting Unit.

-ON-OFF switch button:

The Security Light is switched on by pushing the ON/OFF button once, and switched off by pressing it again. The Ambient Lighting has a separate ON/OFF button.

-There is a status LED on the back of the lighting unit to show when the Security Light has been switched on. The status LED is needed as the Security Light will only illuminate when an alarm code is received from any of the 3 Sensor Units. -Dimmer:

The dimmer knob has 16 increments. As the incremental knob is turned the brightness increases up to maximum brightness. The next increment after maximum brightness is the minimum brightness.

-The illumination level can be adjusted if the Security Light has been switched on. Turning the dimmer will illuminate the Security Light, and you can see the brightness as you adjust the brightness level, then after 2 seconds after choosing an increment the light turns off.

-If the Security Light is activated, it will illuminate at the set brightness. -Additionally, the Lighting Unit will send regular battery status reports to warn the occupants that the battery is running low.

-Status LED will illuminate when component is turned on, and stay on until component is turned off. b. Ambient Lighting -ON/OFF button

When the button is pushed, the LED chips are illuminated. Push the button again and the LED chips go out.

-Ambient Lighting is triggered by a person (warm moving object) passing the Lighting Unit, specifically by the 4 x 60° PIR/Motion sensors on the Lighting Unit (front, back, left side and right side), with a 3 metre detecting range. -LED chips will remain illuminated whilst any of the 4 x 60° PIR/Motion sensors detect the presence of a person (warm moving object), and remain on for 30 seconds after a person is no longer being detected, before going off..

-Dimmer

The dimmer knob has I 6 increments. As the incremental knob is turned the brightness increases up to maximum brightness. The next increment after maximum brightness is the minimum brightness. c. Other Features

Two lighting sources:

Security Light (24 white LED's)

Ambient Lighting (4 LED Chip lights)

Flood Light is Security Light

Low Level Lighting is Ambient Light

Referring now to Figure 7 there is shown a kit generally indicated 10. The kit comprises a case 15 carrying a control unit 20, a lighting unit 25 and three sensor units 30, 35, 40.

Figure 8 shows top, bottom, front, back and side views of the control unit 20.

Figure 9 shows top, bottom, front, back, side, front perspective and rear perspective views of the lighting unit 25.

I I Figure 10 shows top, bottom, front, back, and side views of the sensor unit 30.

Figure I I shows a lighting unit 125 similar to the unit 25. The unit 125 comprises a generally brick- shape body I 35 with four major side faces I 36, I 37, I 38, I 39. Each of the faces has a sensor 140. The face I 36 includes a lighting array including twenty four LED's (for a security lighting function); four LED's (for an ambient lighting function) are provided in the base of the unit. The base of the body I 35 includes a peripheral flange 145.

Figure 12 shows the unit 125 with a battery cradle 150 removed. The cradle 150 carries four batteries 155.

The cradle 150 includes a base 15 I with a rotatable knob 152. The knob 152 carries a pair of locking arms 153.

Extending from the base 151 is a screw threaded post 154.

In use of the unit 125 the cradle 150 is secured into the body by rotating the knob so that the arms engage under the flange 145 as shown in Figure I 3. The remove the cradle the knob is rotated to move the arms so they no longer engage under the flange. The cradle can then be axially withdrawn as shown in Figure 12.

The screw threaded post 154 is sized to be received in a female socket of a support member, such as a bank stick. Because the battery cradle can be separated from the body and also includes the connection post 154 this means that it is possible to screw the cradle onto a bank stick and then fit the body onto the cradle.

Figures 14 and 15 show a sensor 230 which also has a removable battery cradle 250.

The cradle 250 includes a base 25 I with a rotatable knob 252. The knob 252 carries a pair of locking arms 253. Extending from the base 251 is a screw threaded post 254.

Figure 16 shows a river with fishing equipment 360 set up on the river bank 365. A standard bank stick 370 is secured into the ground and a lighting unit 325 formed in accordance with the present invention is shown attached to the stick 370. In Figure 17 a fishing camp 480 is shown. Fishing equipment 460 is shown positioned on the edge of a river bank 465. A lighting unit 425 is provided on the river bank close to the equipment. Two sensors 430, 435 are positioned behind a tent 485.

In use, if the fisherman comes out of the tent 485 and moves towards the lighting unit, local sensors in the unit activate only ambient lighting on the unit. This allows the fisherman to see what they are doing. If an individual (visitor or intruder) comes into proximity with the camp hey are detected by either/both of the sensors 430, 435 and this causes activation of security lighting on the unit.

In this embodiment a control unit 420 is provided as part of the system and it gives an indication if the ambient and/or security lighting functions are active.

In addition, the control unit 420 includes a loudspeaker which produces an audible signal if the security lighting function is activated. This can be used either to alert the fisherman and/or to scare/deter the intruder.

In Figure 18 a riverside fishing campsite 580 is shown.

Fishing equipment 560 is shown positioned on the edge of a river bank 565. A lighting unit 525 is provided on the river bank close to the equipment. Two remote sensors 530, 535 are positioned behind a tent 585.

In use, if the fisherman comes out of the tent 585 and moves towards the lighting unit 525, local sensor/s in the unit activate only ambient lighting on the unit. This allows the fisherman to see what they are doing.

If an individual (visitor or intruder) comes into proximity with the camp they are detected by either/both of the sensors 530, 535 and this causes activation of security lighting on the unit, as shown in Figure 19.

Figure 20 shows a carry case 685 in which components of a security system formed in accordance with the present invention can be stored.

Figure 21 shows the case 685 in a transport/packaging box 690. Figure 22 shows the box 690 placed in a packaging sleeve 695.

Although illustrative embodiments of the invention have been disclosed in detail herein, with reference to the accompanying drawings, it is understood that the invention is not limited to the precise embodiments shown and that various changes and modifications can be effected therein by one skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the invention.

Claims

A security system comprising a lighting unit and one or more remote sensors, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising an ambient lighting function and a security light function, the ambient lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the security function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

A system as claimed in claim I , in which the system comprises alert means for indicating if the ambient and/or security lighting function has been activated.

A system as claimed in claim 2, in which the alert means comprises a visual alert.

A system as claimed in claim 2 or claim 3, in which the alert means comprises an audible alert.

A system as claimed in claim 4, in which the volume of the audible alert is adjustable.

A system as claimed in claim 4 or claim 5, in which a plurality of different audible alerts are provided.

A system as claimed in any preceding claim, further comprising a control unit.

A system as claimed in Claim 7, in which the control unit can control the characteristics of one or more of: light intensity of the ambient and/or security lighting function; selection of an audible alert; power levels; low power alert; and volume of an audible alert.

A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the lighting unit and/or sensor(s) and/or control unit are wireless.

A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the local sensor and/or remote sensor/s comprise one or more detectors.

A system as claimed in claim 10, in which a plurality of detectors are provided.

A system as claimed in claim I I , in which detectors face in different directions.

A system as claimed in claim I I or claim 12, in which individual detectors can be selectively deactivated.

14. A system as claimed in any of claims 10 to I 3, in which the or at least one of the detectors is: a passive infrared sensor; a microwave detector; an ultrasonic detector; a tomographic motion detector; a heat detector; or a video camera detector. 15. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the local sensor is triggered by motion and heat.

16. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the remote sensor is triggered by motion and heat.

17. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the ambient and/or security lighting functions can be turned on or off.

18. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the intensity of the ambient and/or security lighting functions is adjustable.

19. A system as claimed in claim 17 or claim 18, in which the lighting functionality is controlled locally at the lighting unit. 20. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the ambient and/or security lighting functions are provided by one or more LEDs.

21. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the sensor(s) include means for connecting to and/or receiving a support member.

22. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the lighting unit includes means for connecting to and/or receiving a support member.

23. A system as claimed in claim 21 or claim 22, in which the means for connecting to and/or receiving a support member comprises a screw threaded male or female portion.

24. A system as claimed in any of claims 21 to 23, in which the support member is a bank stick.

25. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the security light function is floodlighting.

26. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the lighting unit is a generally brick-shape.

27. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the lighting unit comprises a plurality of faces. 28. A system as claimed in claim 27, in which a local sensors is provided in each of the faces. A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the lighting unit and/or sensor(s) and/or control unit are battery powered and in which a removable battery cradle is provided.

A system as claimed in claim 29, in which the cradle includes means for securing it in the unit/sensor.

A system as claimed in claim 29 or claim 30, in which part of the cradle is rotated to release if from or secure it in position.

A system as claimed in any of claims 29 to 31 , in which the cradle includes attachment means for attaching to a support member.

A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which the remote sensors are unique to the system.

A system as claimed in any preceding claim, in which further remote sensors can be added to the system.

A campsite security system comprising a lighting unit and one or more remote sensors, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising an ambient lighting function and a security light function, the ambient lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the security function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

A campsite security kit comprising a lighting unit and one or more remote sensors, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising an ambient lighting function and a security light function, the ambient lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the security function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

A wireless fisherman's security alarm system comprising a lighting unit positionable at or towards the front of a fishing bank camp site and one or more remote sensors positionable behind and/or to the side of the site, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising an ambient lighting function and a security light function, the ambient lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the security function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

A campsite security system comprising a wireless-communicating, battery-powered, intruder alarm and visitor detecting device, additionally providing low level lighting to a campsite location.

39. A lighting system comprising a lighting unit, the lighting unit comprising a first lighting function and a second light function, the first lighting function being triggerable by a first event type and the second lighting function being triggerable by a second, different event type.

A lighting system comprising a lighting unit and one or more remote sensors, the lighting unit comprising a local sensor, the lighting unit further comprising a first lighting function and a second light function, the first lighting function being triggerable by the local sensor and the second lighting function being triggerable by the remote sensor(s).

A system substantially as hereinbefore described with reference to, and as shown in, the accompanying drawings.

A kit substantially as hereinbefore described with reference to, and as shown in, the accompanying drawings.