Not available for DIY market (requires an approved Ajax installer)

Updated
This article provides some useful information about the difference between the Ajax Hubs to assist in selecting the most suitable Hub for your requirements.
Currently three Ajax Hubs are available in SA.
Hubs no longer available in SA:
(Supports Wired and Wireless Devices)
Not available for DIY market (requires an approved Ajax installer)
Ajax Hub Hybrid is a game-changer among professional security systems. It is the first Ajax control panel that supports Jeweller devices and the all-new Fibra product line. Wired and wireless technologies are combined to build complex protection regardless of facility size, steel or concrete obstructions. Security is enhanced by informative notifications, photo verification of alarms, real-time system control in the app, and automation scenarios.
*Hybrid Hub is not available for the DIY market (requires an approved Ajax installer).
Contact www.stemar.co.za for installations in JHB and Cape Town.
The Hub control panels measure 163 x 163 x 36mm and are supplied complete and ready to operate out of the box. Each panel includes the following hardware, neatly integrated into a compact enclosure:
The Hubs are set up and controlled via the powerful, free Ajax mobile app for Android and iOS. The app provides real-time monitoring of all wireless and wired devices with instant notifications sent to users’ phones via push notifications (similar to WhatsApp), and optionally via voice, SMS or directly to your armed response company via Ajax Cloud or, if preferred, a wired connection to radio transmitters.
Ajax uses a proprietary radio protocol called Jeweller enabling two-way communication between the Hub and its devices over hundreds of meters. Additionally, Wings technology was developed to transmit photos from Ajax MotionCam devices allowing for visual alarm verification. The app displays separate signal strength indicators for both Jeweller and Wings-supported devices.
The Ajax Hub Models Overview
The Ajax Hub and Hub Plus are first-generation control panels based on older technology and do not include Wings technology required for MotionCam support.
The second-generation Hub 2 and Hub 2 Plus incorporate the latest technology and are compatible with all Ajax devices. Two versions of the Hub 2 were manufactured:
Hub 2 (2G) with two 2G SIM slots (EOL)
Hub 2 (4G) with two 4G (LTE) SIM slots
The primary difference between these versions is the communication channels supported by the SIM card.
The Hub 2 Plus features two 4G (LTE) SIM slots offering backup for internet failure and includes WiFi for a wireless connection to a router.
The Hub (4G) is the latest control panel for systems that don’t require extensive features. Based on the original Hub technology, it now supports 4G (LTE) SIM cards but lacks Wings technology for MotionCam compatibility and does not support all Ajax products.
Important Features to Consider When Selecting a Hub
SIM cards are inserted into the Ajax Hubs and predominantly serve as a contingency measure in the case of internet failure. Additionally they can be used autonomously in the Hubs where no internet is available such as in yachts, building sites, storage facilities, warehouses, caravans, campervans etc.
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In light of the deteriorating state of our 2G infrastructure and the planned decommissioning of 2G networks in South Africa by mid-2024, 2G Hubs are no longer being imported (May 2023).
Communications minister in 2022 proposed a roadmap for shutting down South Africa’s 2G and 3G networks by 2025. Read the article by MyBroadband HERE
The Hub (4G) is ready to work out of the box and includes a built-in power supply, battery backup for up to 15 hours and two communication channels.
The Hub (4G) features:
Communication Channels:
Hub (4G) does NOT support the following Ajax devices:
Rex 2
vhfBridge
WaterStop
LifeQuality
LightSwitch
Manual CallPoint
MotionCam / PhOD
Keypad TouchScreen
DualCurtain Outdoor MotionCam Outdoor / PhOD
The Hub 2 (2G) and Hub 2 (4G) is ready to work out of the box and includes a built-in power supply, battery backup for up to 16 hours and two communication channels. Hub 2 models incorporate the latest technology and are compatible with all Ajax devices.
The Hub 2 (2G & 4G) features:
Communication Channels:
SIM Slots as follows:
*Hub 2 (2G) no longer sold in SA.
The Hub 2 Plus is ready to work out of the box and includes a built-in power supply, battery backup for up to 15 hours and three communication channels. Hub 2 Plus incorporates the latest technology and is compatible with all Ajax devices.
The Hub 2 Plus features:
Communication Channels:
Technical Specifications | Hub (4G) | Hub 2 (2G / 4G) | Hub 2 Plus |
Connected Devices | 100 | 100 | 200 |
Users | 50 | 50 | 200 |
Rooms / Areas | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Groups / Partitions | 9 | 9 | 25 |
ReX Range Extenders | 1 | 5 | 5 |
Scenarios | 5 | 32 | 64 |
MotionCam Support | No | Yes | Yes |
Video Surveillance | 10x 3rd-party IP Cameras (RTSP) / DVR’s / NVR’s | Up to 25x 3rd-party IP Cameras / DVR’s / NVR’s | Up to 100x 3rd-party IP Cameras / DVR’s / NVR’s |
Communication Channels (Built-In) | 1x Ethernet Port | 1x Ethernet Port | 1x Ethernet Port |
Battery backup | Up to 15 Hours | Up to 16 Hours | Up to 15 Hours |
Size | 163 x 163 x 36mm | 163 x 163 x 36mm | 163 x 163 x 36mm |
Weight | 350g | 362g | 351g |
Ajax Warranty | 24 Months (batteries not included) | 24 Months (batteries not included) | 24 Months (batteries not included) |
Complete Set | Hub (4G) Jeweller, SmartBracket, Power and Ethernet Cable, Installation Kit, Quick Start Guide | Hub 2 (4G) Jeweller, SmartBracket, Power and Ethernet Cable, Installation Kit, Quick Start Guide | Hub 2 Plus Jeweller, SmartBracket, Power and Ethernet Cable, Installation Kit, Quick Start Guide |