See What Cameras Can’t
Privacy-Safe Awareness for the Spaces That Matter Most
HALO™ 3C Smart Sensor from Avigilon, part of Motorola Solutions, is designed to provide real-time awareness in areas where cameras are not allowed. It detects vaping, THC, aggression, air-quality issues, and emergency keywords — without capturing video or recorded audio.
Why It Matters
Traditional cameras leave blind spots. HALO fills those gaps with instant alerts that allow staff to respond before incidents escalate. Instant text and push alerts notify staff the moment an incident is detected, enabling faster awareness and response across the facility.*
*Requires connection to the Avigilon Cloud Portal.
What HALO Detects
HALO is a multi-sensor device designed for areas where cameras are restricted or inappropriate. It delivers actionable intelligence that helps administrators, security teams, and staff respond faster—before incidents escalate.
- Vape & THC usage
- Aggression & abnormal sound events
- Gunshots & acoustic threats
- Air-quality & chemical concerns
- Occupancy anomalies
- Emergency & keyword alerts
- Privacy-safe sensing,
no video, no recorded audio
Designed for Camera-Restricted Spaces
Restrooms, Locker Rooms, & Residence Halls
Patient Rooms and Behavioral Health Spaces
Youth &
Counseling Areas
Corridors &
Back-of-House Spaces
Built for Education, Healthcare, and Community Spaces
K–12 & Higher Education
Detect vaping and THC use in restrooms and private areas
Identify aggression and altercations early
Monitor after-hours occupancy and unauthorized access
Deliver real-time alerts to principals, SROs, and campus security
Healthcare
Monitor air quality and environmental compliance
Detect behavioral escalation without compromising patient privacy
Support safety in behavioral health and waiting areas
Houses of Worship
Discreet protection in youth and counseling spaces
Emergency keyword alerts without intrusive surveillance
Entertainment & Hospitality
Overcrowding and air-quality monitoring
Vape and THC detection
Subtle alerts for aggression or security incidents
More Than a Device. A Connected Safety Strategy.
HALO Integrates with Avigilon and Other Systems
HALO 3C Smart Sensor integrates with Avigilon Unity & Alta as well
as access control systems, emergency paging & notifications, analytics
and reporting platforms for a faster response, clearer escalation paths,
and actionable data
The Ford AV Difference
- Strategic placement & environmental assessment
- Alert routing and escalation design
- Integration with broader security systems
- Reporting, analytics, and long-term lifecycle planning
- National reach with local support & certified engineers
Without integration, HALO is just a device.
With Ford AV, it becomes part of a connected safety strategy.
HALO Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does HALO record audio or video?
No. HALO does not record or store audio or video. It uses environmental and acoustic analytics to identify abnormal events while maintaining privacy and compliance in sensitive spaces.
Where should HALO sensors be installed?
HALO is commonly deployed in restrooms, locker rooms, hallways, residence halls, youth areas, behavioral health spaces, patient rooms, and other camera-restricted environments. Proper placement is critical and should be guided by a professional site assessment.
Can our IT or facilities team install HALO themselves?
While HALO can be physically installed using a single PoE connection, effectiveness depends on correct placement, calibration, alert configuration, and system integration. Ford AV ensures HALO functions as part of a complete safety system—not just a standalone device.
How do staff receive alerts when HALO detects an incident?
When connected to the Avigilon Cloud Portal, HALO delivers instant text and push notifications to designated staff the moment an incident is detected. This enables faster awareness, clearer escalation, and timely response to safety events.
Is HALO compliant with student and patient privacy requirements?
Yes. HALO was designed with privacy in mind and is widely used in education and healthcare environments where cameras are prohibited. It supports compliance with FERPA, HIPAA-related privacy expectations, and institutional policies.
Why Choose Ford AV?
Partner with America’s Leading AV Technology Company
50+ Years of Experience – Designing and integrating enterprise security and life-safety systems for schools, healthcare, and complex facilities nationwide.
Nationwide Security Expertise – Certified engineers and local teams deliver consistent HALO and Avigilon deployments backed by a national support network.
Strategic Sensor Design & Placement –Site assessments ensure HALO sensors are positioned and configured for maximum effectiveness and actionable alerts..
Deep Avigilon Platform Integration – Seamless connection to Avigilon Unity and Alta for automated workflows, analytics, and coordinated response
End-to-End Lifecycle Support – From assessment and integration to training, optimization, and long-term system support.
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