Detection Zones Configuration

Learn how to configure detection zones for optimal anomaly detection performance

Zone Types

Active Zone

Areas where anomaly detection is enabled

Common Uses:

Building entrances
Vehicle gates
Restricted areas
Equipment zones

Exclude Zone

Areas to ignore during detection

Common Uses:

Trees and vegetation
Flags and banners
Water features
Public walkways

Priority Zone

High-importance areas with enhanced detection

Common Uses:

Security checkpoints
Cash handling areas
Equipment storage
Emergency exits

Zone Setup Guide

1

Access Zone Editor

Navigate to your stream's detection zone configuration

Open your stream in the dashboard
Click 'Configure' → 'Detection Zones'
The zone editor will load with your live video feed
2

Draw Detection Zones

Create zones by clicking points on the video feed

Click 'Add Zone' to start drawing
Click points around the area you want to monitor
Close the shape by clicking the first point
Adjust zone boundaries by dragging corner points
3

Configure Zone Settings

Set detection parameters for each zone

Name your zone (e.g., 'Main Entrance')
Set detection sensitivity (Low/Medium/High)
Choose zone type (Active/Exclude/Priority)
Configure alert preferences for this zone
4

Test & Optimize

Verify zone performance and adjust as needed

Enable test mode to see live detection
Walk through zones to test sensitivity
Adjust boundaries if needed
Save configuration when satisfied

Best Practices

Start Large, Refine Small

Begin with larger zones and narrow down based on results

It's easier to reduce a zone than expand it after setup

Consider Lighting Changes

Account for shadows and lighting throughout the day

Test zones at different times to ensure consistent detection

Use Exclude Zones Liberally

Mark areas with constant motion to reduce false positives

Trees, flags, and water should almost always be excluded

Layer Multiple Zones

Use overlapping zones with different sensitivity levels

High sensitivity for critical areas, lower for general monitoring

Common Issues & Solutions

Too many false positives

Add exclude zones for trees, shadows, and high-traffic areas

Missing detections

Increase zone sensitivity or expand zone boundaries

Zones not visible

Check camera positioning and ensure adequate lighting

Performance issues

Reduce number of zones or lower detection frame rate

Advanced Configuration

Time-based Zones

Enable different zones based on time of day

JSON Configuration
{
  "name": "After Hours Entrance",
  "coordinates": [[100, 100], [400, 300]],
  "active_hours": {
    "start": "18:00",
    "end": "08:00",
    "timezone": "UTC"
  },
  "sensitivity": "high"
}

Zone Dependencies

Create zones that only activate when other zones trigger

JSON Configuration
{
  "name": "Secondary Check",
  "coordinates": [[200, 150], [600, 400]],
  "depends_on": ["primary_entrance"],
  "delay": 5,
  "sensitivity": "medium"
}

Custom Alert Rules

Set specific alert conditions per zone

JSON Configuration
{
  "name": "VIP Area",
  "coordinates": [[150, 200], [500, 450]],
  "alert_rules": {
    "min_confidence": 0.9,
    "cooldown": 60,
    "notification_channels": ["email", "webhook"]
  }
}

Ready to Configure Zones?

Start with basic zones and optimize based on your specific monitoring needs

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