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Table of Contents1. Cover Letter with Signature ~ ~ i2. Executive Summary ; 13. Technical Proposal : .. 5

Scope of Work , 5Technical Scope ~5Equipment ,' : 5Funct iona l Requ irements 14Camera Unit H ou sin g 21Imaging ..Units ; : 23Traf fi c S igna l Detec tion 23Violation Detection System ; 24Camera SystemOperations : 28V iolation Processing : 42ReportingIAudits : ; 54Privacy 58V io la tio n P ro ce ssin g S ystem a nd E xistin g C ity S ys tems 59Train ing Requirements : 59Public Relations and Information ; 61Customer Service ; 66Expert Testimony , 67Pricing 68

4. Qualifications andRElated Expeiience 69Project T imetine : 74Project Adm inistration 77Key Personnel : 78Requ ired Vendorlnformation 89Financia l Stability ; : .8 9References 90.Contracts '91

5. Anti-Collusion Certification : 926. Small, Minority,Women-Owned BusinessObjectives Form 937. RFPAcknowledged : 94.8. Copy of Contractor's License : ; 95.ExhibitA - FinancialStatements ; AExhibitB - Plate Blocker News Clip ~ : : B

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April 18, 2008City of Newport NewsDepartment of Purchasing2400 Washington Avenue, 4thFloor, City HallNewport News, VA 23607Dear Selection Committee Members:Redflex Traffic Systems, Inc., (Redflex) is pleased to once again respond submit aproposal to the City of Newport News, Virginia in responseto the Request for Proposal(RFP) # 2008-81347-2205 for the Traffic Signal Photo Monitoring System. We haveread, understood and agree to the requirements included in the RFP. We have alsoresponded to the new RFP requirements. Please refer to tab 8 for our response andcompliance to the Contractor's License requirements.Redflex is the only vendor with VA operational experience utilizing a combination ofdigital video and digital still camera configuration. Our experience makes us uniquelypositioned with the operating requirements outlined under Virginia code section 15.2-96.1. As the longest established photo enforcement service provider in the USA,we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with nearly 200 partner cities and have helped pioneersuccessful photo enforcement programs in approximately 14 of the 20 states inwhich we currently operate. That is an increase of nearly 50 new partners cities sinceAugust of2007.

We thank you for the unique opportunity. We are confident in our people, technologyand approach and we are enthusiastic in our hopes to support the City of Newport Newson this very important community safety endeavor.Kind Regards,

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? ) ? { g $ ) ; i ~ , i : ~ ~ ~ ~ M t i y : e O : : $ i j r o t n ~ l r y .Redflex Traffic Systems, Inc. (Redflex) is pleased to havethe opportunity to present the City of Newport News(City) with a proposal that highlights our experience inproviding truly world-class high resolution digital RedLight Enforcement Solutions. The proposal enclosedherein is in full compliance with all the specificationsas stated in the Request for Proposal (RFP).In addition to being the largest provider of photoenforcement programs in the USA, we also support the longest continually operatingprogram in the USA. We feel confident that the City will discover and understand "why"Redflex is the most qualified partner for the City of Newport News through ourdemonstrated abilities to provide the most advanced technological approach, the mostcomprehensive support services, and the most robust technical infrastructure.We are proposing to implement a turnkey operation for the City of Newport News in whichwe will provide all necessary equipment associated with the Red Light Photo EnforcementProgram (RLPE). We are committed to ensuring that this program will be fully operationalwithin 30 - 60 days of receiving a notice to proceed from the City. In fact, we recentlyinstalled a fully operational program including hardware and a back-office in less then 1-week (yes, less then 7 days) and we are currently installing approximately 30-40 newsystems each and every month.

Redflex believes in a holistic approach to public safety, and are very proud to be workingwith cities in a consultative manner; which ensures our programs are in the best interest ofour clients. For example, in working with the City of Newport News, Redflex offers thefollowing City-centric benefits:

Greatest system performance. Through controlled and audited procedures, theRedflex system has proven in many jurisdictions to achieve a 90% citableimage rate, which is documented as the highest in the industry. Our industry-leading system performance translates directly into:

o Greatest Public Safety. In program after program, with the Redflex system,cities have reduced intersection crashes in the magnitude of 50-96%%.

o Greatest Fiscal Returns. In program after program, with the Redflexsystem, cities have generated millions of net surplus revenue while reducingthe number of red light violations.

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The heart of the Redflex Solution is the state-of-the- :; :art patented combination digital still-video ~.system (multiple 12.4 mega pixel still camerasand full motion digital video), which will providethe City with the highest citation issuance rate in theindustry; thereby achieving the greatest possiblecommunity safety results in the industry.

Redflex Traffic Systems 190 + USA-based Programs 110+ Operational Systems Patented multi 12,4megapixelcameras + integrated full motionvideo 7/10 of the largest programs in theUSAach one of our integrated 12.4 megapixel camerashave the capability to shoot up to 8 fps, and hasdifferent pan-tilt-zoom setting, which enableseffective simultaneous and concurrent violationcapture across multiple movements. Armed withpatent protections, Redflex is the only vendor that can legally provide a multi-camera,multi-angle and multi-mode solution that incorporates the integrity of using a single central

processor and single time clock in a synchronized fashion.

Support the largest single programin the USA

Redflex wants to assure the City that our patent protected technology removes any an allrisk of such a challenge.There is a reason why other vendors' systems are legally limited a single digitalcamera deployment and yet they continue to label such systems as so called stateof the art.Simply put Redflex holds a patent that allows only us to synchronize all digital still camerasto a single timing source. Such a patent eliminates any possibility of incorrect time stampsbeing imprinted on the photo evidence. Of all the Red Light Photo Enforcement systemsdeployed across the Unites States more than 50% utilize the multiple digital still cameraconfiguration.Another way to explain the unique patent Redflex holds on the single time sourcesynchronization is as follows:

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Another advantage of the Redflex solution is the ability of the system to perform Real-Time Traffic Monitoring and Intersection Surveillance, which allows the City to vieweach intersection in real-time and record with robust archiving and playback capabilities.

Our unique approach includes a combination of still video and high resolution camerasenabling the program to increase its efficiency and thereby capture and issue the greatestnumber of citations. Because we are confident of our system .capabilities, we canguarantee truly industry leading issuance rates. Our audited performance hasobjectively and consistently been proven to be the greatest across the USA.

Redflex has extensive experience in integrating our operations with court systems in over150 cities nationwide. A testament to our service delivery is Redflex's ability to work withour clients and customize each solution; not with one universal program and or system butto specified City Systems.Our approach to ensure successful integration is to communicate with the Court personnelto define data transfer requirements and methodologies. Our standard IT protocol-includestesting and enhancements. In addition, our policy will ensure that the Redflex ITdepartment conforms to the standards set forth by the court system with regards to dataexchange. Data exchange can be one-way (Redflex to the city/court) or bi-directional withboth systems sharing information as it changes. This' process is driven mainly by thebusiness requirements and Redflex is prepared and is profoundly experienced in workingwith either scenario.


In addition, Redflex is experienced in supporting FTP, secured FTP, Virtual PrivateNetwork or direct dedicated connection to the court system.

Redflexunderstands that their exists a serious concern by many Virginia cities andmunicipalities as to the additional work load that the Red Light Safety program may imposeupon the existing police staff. Some cities may have even considered abandoning thesafety. initiative due to such added work load. The concern centers on the followingpassage of VA Code 15.2-968.1 paragraph "H" which states:"On behalf of a locality, a private entity may not obtain records regarding registered ownersof a vehicle that fail to comply with traffic light signals".Redflex's 22 year experience and true market leadership positioning allows us to developunique solutions and answers for all our partner cities. While other vendors may look at aglass as half empty we view it as half full. This positive outlook is key to addressing anddeveloping safety programs that deliver results with minimal imposition upon additionalworkloads. Our past VA program operational experience, particularly with the City ofVirginia Beach, allowed us to develop and implement a solution that is respectful and inalignment with the requirements set forth by VA code 15.2-968. Here is the tried and truemethodology Redflex Traffic Systems proposes:


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1. Redflex Traffic Systems' camera system captures and identifies the license platedata of the offending vehicles.2. Redflex Traffic Systems creates an automated batch file of all the offendingvehicles' license plate information.3. The batch file is then formatted as an "automated request" for DMV.

4. The Batch file is emailed the Newport News Police Department.5. The Newport News Police Department forwards that Batch file request to DMV asan automated request to populate the RO data fields of all the offending vehicles.6. DMV responds back to the Newport News Police Department with the requestedRO data.7. Newport News Police Department forwards DMV's response to Redflex TrafficSystems .. 8. Redflex Traffic Systems prints and mails the citations to the respective registeredowners of the offending vehicles.

This simple and automated process imposes minimum additional labor upon the NewportNews Police Department. Through the simple clicks of forwarding the request to DMV andforwarding the response of DMV to Redflex Traffic Systems Newport News's PoliceDepartment will experience no noticeable added work or labor.As the Selection Committee evaluates our proposal, we are confident that our verifiablecapabilities, experience in delivering programs of similar magnitude and complexity andour proven public safety benefits will demonstrate that Redflex is clearly the most qualifiedvendor to support the Newport News' efforts and to deliver a full turnkey system.Redflex is truly honored and privileged to participate in the first RFP process in the State ofVirginia since the reintroduction of Photo Enforcement. As one of only three vendors thatimplemented and operated a safety initiative in Virginia, Redflex Traffic Systems assuresthe City of Newport News that if selected we will implement a world class safety initiativesecond to none.With our past experience and operations in VA Beach Redflex Traffic Systems is familiarwith the unique requirements of operating a successful program in the Commonwealth andis the only vendor with operational experience in Virginia that meets all the requirementsset forth in the RFP. Our industry leadership and innovative approach to safety hasproduced truly unique safety initiatives across the Nation such as:1) The first and only Railroad Crossing Photo Enforcement program.2) The first and only Stop Sign photo enforcement initiative.3) The first and only Highway Speed Enforcement program.



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3. Technical Proposal

The Redflex system is the only system in the industry that .does notrequire a roadside cabinet or additional street infrastructure. In fact, if

Scope of WorkRedflex will develop a scope of work that is intended to meet the goals and objectives ofthis project. The scope of work will include, but not limited to the following: Complete turn-key system, including supply, i!,,!stallation, . implementation, and

maintenance of all equipment necessary for the operation of an automated red-lightenforcement program and citation-processing system that is full compliance with sateand city ordinance.

Issuance of warnings, notices, citations, summonses, follow-up on notification, andpast-due processing. Processing of all traffic citations and preparation evidence packages 'for Court. Operation of a toll-free telephone intelligent voice-response system for public inquiries,

On-line viewing and payment options. Public Awareness/community relation education campaign (Le., press releases,brochures, public service announcements, web site, etc.).

- Training for the Newport News Police Department, Court, District Attorney, and otherofficials involved in the use of the system. Providing expert witness testimony in Court to confirm the functionality and accuracy of

the system. Intersection violation studies in accordance with VDOT guidelines, pre-installation sitemonitoring, and site selection services. .Technical ScopeEquipmentThe Contractor shall provide and install all equipment including, but not limited to, poles, cabinetsand related operational equipment at the selected intersections. A computer shall be furnished forthe Newport News Police Department for processing citations.Redflex will take the responsibility for providing and installing allequipment required for a functional system. We will consult with the Cityregarding the relative benefits of a free standing modular system(attached to existing infrastructure). In addition, we will provide theNewport News Police Department with computer for processingcitations.

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desired by the City, we can actually utilize infrastructure that is already.in place. Should theCity require that our system remains completely autonomous from the existinginfrastructure; the Redflex System has the smallest footprint in the. industry featuring asingle pole and camera enclosure (front and rear) per intersection.approach.The single pole or modular configuration can be very effective, in addition to being cleanand minimally invasive to the City's existing landscape. This set-up requires no largemastarms (which are required by video-only systems) and it utilizes small, safe"breakaway" poles and foundation that ensures greater public safety.This system also has the ability to effectively mount to existing city infrastructure, therebyeliminating the need for a "free-standing" pole. .As outlined, to provide the greatest system performance, the Redflex camera enclosureutilizes a multi-camera configuration, which has been proven to optimize violation captureand citation issuance.A complete description of the equipment proposed and approaches covered shall befurnished withthe proposal.Automated enforcement systems Manufactured, Installed and Maintained by Redflex comewith a wide variety of hardware and software configurations depending on specificcustomer requirements. Each configuration can be mounted on free-standing poles orusing the City's existing infrastructure. All proposed equipmentwill be new.This following information outlines the existing hardware, software and technicalspecification currently available for use in satisfying specific automated enforcementneeds. These configurations are Redflex's current core equipment capabilities. Thesespecific hardware configurations can be modified to meet a wide variety of customerrequirements.HardwareCamera SystemsMultiple Camera System - This camera system is a multi camera high resolution imagingsolution used to house and control a wide variety of camera both still digital and video.This system utilizes our patented multiple digital still camera approach.Slimline Series Configuration - The Slimline series camera system is designed tosupplement the traditional set-up system as an auxiliary camera location or can be used asa primary camera system with a surface mount or pole mounted cabinet option. TheSlimline series is designed to provide a smaller equipment "footprint" while still exhibitingthe same quality imaging as the traditional multiple camera system. The Slimline series isa single digital still camera system but there is virtually no limit to the number of Slimlinesystems that can be used as a network of cameras.



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Digital Still Cameras - Available to the City of Newport News is the 12.4 Mega Pixelcamera system in multiple configuration form~t. This multiplediqital still camera formatoffers the highest possible resolution in the photo enforcement industry and allows landand zone specific violation monitoring. Each camera can be fitled with a wide variety ofcamera lenses depending on the specific requirements of the irnaqe to be captured andar-ea to be monitored. ..Video Camera system - 30 FPS (frames per second) digital Vi980 capture systems are'incorporated as part of our standard product offering. This provides "secondary .evidence"depicting situational events which occur before, during' and after each violation. Streamingvideo and the capability to record this video stream is also available. If the city also desireswe can provide the option to include an audio component to the video stream.Vehicle Detection System - A wide variety of vehicle detection systems are availabledepending on the specific requirements and devices utilized. Vehicle detection systemscan be either intrusive (more reliable) or non-intrusive (more aesthetic) and come in theform of an induction loop (most common), a video loop (least intrusive), piezo sensors(speed detection) and Laser (non-intrusive speed).Phase detection systems - Redflex utilizes a wide variety of options when it comes tocapturing the phases required to accurately enforce violations .. Is.olation of the phasedetection system from the City control cabinet can be done directly, inductively, or isolatedby solid state and optically coupled devices. In addition to being isolated, each enforcedlane can be designated a common or individual phase' dependinq on customer'requirements. In addition to capturing the red light data, amber light timlnqs can also becaptured and recorded. This would assure that the city is legally protected from anyaccusations of shortening or varying the amber phase timing.SoftwareOperating Systems - The camera systems run on Windows NT4, 2000 and XP operatingsystems to interface with the camera software. .Smartcam (Redflex Proprietary Software) - Used to control image capturing and vehicledetection systems.Smartscene (Redflex Proprietary web based Software) - Used for video imagecapturing in conjunction with Smartcam software.SmartOps (Redflex Proprietary web based Software) - Used to process incident files.generated by Redflex Systems.WebOps (Redflex Proprietary web based Software) - Used via the internet to allowcustomers to securely view and approve/reject citation packages.The proposal shall address the following proven equipment capabilities:

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The Camera System shall use a digital media. Film based systems are not acceptable.Preference will given to systems that utilize a combination of high resolution still images withan output in excess of 3000 x 2000 pixels per frame/image and full motion digital videotechnologies. Systems that use multiple cameras and integrated video/still cameras will be givenpreference.

Redflex's camera solution uses a 12.4 mega pixel digital media that produces acombination of high resolution still images with output 4288x3113 pixels perframelimage and a full motion digital video technology. Five years ago, with theintroduction of our patented combination still-video system; Redflex was the firstvendor to recognize, develop and implement a system that provided the highest resolutionand quality color still photographs benefits of full motion video. This approach allowsofficers to view all possible extenuating circumstances; providing true objectivity.We haveover 850 systems with this exact set-up and configuration fully operational; coast-to-coast.Each Redflex Camera Unit is installed, configured and tested to ensure high shutterspeeds providing sufficient frames per second for simultaneous violation capture. Thisincludes multiple still cameras that capture up to 8 frames per second and video camerasthat capture up to 30 frames per second (fps).However, even at 8 frames per second (+30 fps integrated video), it is only with a multiplecamera set-up (up to three stills and one video) that any system is able to effectivelycapture simultaneous violations from different lanes and movements during a singlephasing.Redflex's experience in the photo enforcement industry is reflected in the design of itsphoto enforcement systems, allowing maximum flexibility to suit the application and thecustomer's needs. A major component of the systems flexibility is the use of multipleintegrated and synchronized high resolution digital cameras.As you can see from the graphic above usingmultiple high resolution digital still cameras,Redflex can leverage the pixel coverage of which the system is photo enforcing, resultingin "Dynamic Pixel Utilization". Dynamic Pixel Utilization means that more pixels areused in areas where they are more effective, creating higher quality and more legibledigital still photo evidence than a single camera based photo enforcement systems.With respect to specific areas of interest such as the license plate of an offending vehicleand/or an image of the driver, Dynamic Pixel Utilization, achieved through a multiplecamera set-up, including a specific camera for taking plate shots can result in up to 500%greater pixel coverage on the area of interest compared to single camera based systems.This is very important in insuring that the area of interest, such as a license plate or driversface, is clear in all types of traffic and weather conditions.

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performance. The result is a more successful photo enforcement program forthecitypolice and traffic departments, and most importantly, the community.*In fact, as referenced in the news clip below, there has been recent press that allegedimage quality issues in programs such as in New York, NY; that issued tickets to the wrongdrivers because theplate images were misread. This program uses a single camera and itdemonstrates the field of view and image resolution .issues of vendors that are constrainedto using one camera. The system must imprint violation information on the image at the point-of-capture.Lnformationmust include, but is not limited to: location, date, vehicle speed, duration red phase (in l/l Othstimeformat), duration of the amber phase (in IIJOOths timeformatiand elapse time between:. images. Vendors that do not imprint this information on each image at the point of capture willnot be considered

Each of the high resolution digital images produced by the system includes an encrypteddatabar, which "stamps" pertinent violation information of the image at the exact point of .capture. The databar includes a 256-character field that can be customized t61 sult theCity's specific preferences and requirements. Standard data elements are encrypted at the ..point of capture on each image and this information cannot be manipulated byRedflex orthe system. Typical data fields include:

location where the violation occurred; the day, month, and year of the violation;

vehicle speed the amount of time that has elapsed since the light turned red in 1/1000thstime format (which is a vital piece of information because VA law required

that the potential offender must be given a 0.5 second grace period afterthe light turns rend);

duration of the amber phase in 1/1OOOthstime format elapse time between images motor vehicle during violation; display of rear license plate of vehicle; the time of the violation in hours, minutes, and. seconds; frame sequence number;

In addition the databar is encrypted with the violation images at the time of capture.Databar information, point type,and font cannot be manipulated at any time,

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Looking at the encrypted data bar from "real" violation images, one is able to clearly seethat the pertinent data fields are very clear and visible. Of special importance is (1) RED:1.2520, which illustrates the light has been red for 1.252 seconds, (2) AMBER: 3.0240,which illustrates a real-time elapsed yellow phasing and (3) Elapse Time: 0;000; whichrepresents the first image captured to this set of violation'images. .Continuing, the pertinent data fields are 'clearly visible and have been automaticallyreported for the Scene B images. Of special importance is (1) RED: 2.5040, whichdemonstrates that the Scene B image is captured later in the red phasing (2) AMBER:3.0240, which illustrates a real-time elapsed yellow phasing and (2) Elapse Time: 1.2520;which represents this image was later in the sequencing, as 1.252 seconds has elapsedbetween the Scene A image and the Scene B images, which is consistent to the report ofthe RED timing. The Camera System shall be modular in construction and will facilitate rapid installationand maintenance.The Redflex Solution camera systems components are a" modular and wired for plug and' .play operation . The Camera System shall generate secured violation evidence that can be communicated to andprocessed using Vendor-supplied or operated photo enforcement processing systems.

The System will generate secure violation evidence that will be communicated to andprocessed through our system. The System safeguards the image and data files againstalteration by giving each element a unique digital signature to confirm its authentic status.Public key cryptography and additional encryption processes secure the transmission ofthe evidence. Using public key cryptography, .keys are created in matched pairs. Encryptwith one half of a pair and only the matching other half can decrypt it. This allows Redflexto capture and transmit evidence over a virtual private network.The digital signatures arecreated and used to deal with key management and the effectivedeployment of symmetricciphers. The resulting hybrid cryptosystems use public key methods to manage keys forsymmetric ciphers. Redflex creates public key infrastructures (PKls) to make thesebenefits widely available for our customers. This process ensures evidence integrity. The Camera System shall befully suitable andfunctional for unattended use under allweather and ambient light conditions. The system is required to use a synchronized strobeflash unit.

The Redflex system is fully suitable and functional for unattended use under all.weatherand ambient light conditions. The system will use a synchronizedstrobe flash unit.Redflex uses a low wattage system to minimize the number of illuminators and extraneousillumination and flash effects. For a standard four lane approachwe use a HEX Flash 250W = a.5A (rms) @ 120VAC (950 ms recharge time). . 2008 Redflex Traffic Systems, Inc., Al l Rights Reserved. 10


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The Redflex System provides a Synchronized Low Wattage Flash Illumination Systemthat is triggered to synchronize precisely with: the still camera's digital imag.ing in all lightand weather conditions, which ensures effective full-color images, 24 x 7.The Flash Unit is typically, mounted ,on, the" camera pole or to aneXisting traffic pole for in-line iilumination. The flash provides visible'white-light to' ensure full-color imaging of critical license' plateimages in all ambient light and variable weather condltlons. The, Flash Unit is automatically synchronized with the digital still camera's,imaging shutter release at all times. The, very .short. flash duration(-1/2600th of, a second) and ultra .fast recycle time' ,(-250, milliseconds) means that the flash does not.becomea 'public nuisance and/or impact driversafety.We will never use flood lights or the extended illumination confiqurations that arerequired with video-only systems. With our camera's wide dynamic range, our flashintensity (wattage) is often about 50% of the competitions'.A single synchronized flash unit effectively provides illumination across multiple lanes andbroad intersections. Each flash unit includes neutral density filters that provide effectiveadjustment and customization based on actual intersection illumination needs. Flashintensity is determined via a careful study of camera unit location, image quality, physicalgeometries and customer input and guidance.No White Light & Low Lux OptionsImportant Note: Redflex has effectively tested and evaluated the implementation of non-flash system configurations, which are not actively utilized in the US because they mayactually reduce program effectiveness as a result of the following:-/ Infrared imagery does not allow clear color images, which are critical for identification

purposes and may not be admissible in many courts.-/ Low Lux imagery is only marginally effective during nighttime hours-/ The flash unit has proven to be much more effective at changing driver behavior. It

has been proven that when a flash "goes off', the violator becomes immediately awarethat they have actively, run a red light and subsequently will instantaneously changetheir driving patterns. Once the violator knows theywere just caught on camera, theywill immediately slow down and become more aware of their driving behavior

Our synchronized illumination moouleshave been tested and, proven successful ateliminating, the effectiveness of plate sprays and covers that are advertised to preventphoto enforcement programs.Automatic Light Metering SystemAutomated .rear photography for traffic enforcement can be challenging whenuncontrollable environmental aspects' come into play such as rapidly changing lightconditions, including situations where exposure to full sunlight is followed' by low light 2008 Redflex Traffic Systems, lnc., All Rights Reserved. v , 11


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conditions, as is often experienced when clouds temporarily obscure the sun. If a photoenforcement system can not account for these variables, then it is truly not automated.Other vendors rely on the camera that they have selected to meter the light exposure at .the point of image capture. Unfortunately image quality suffers as scene metering .does notaccount for over exposed license plates. As a .result. other vendors mayneed to utilizemore flash or strobe units to overcome the brightness of the sun, which in turn forcesdrivers to experience unnecessarily high amounts of flash power. .These conditions havebeen noted in both low speed as well as high-speed applications,

...To address these ever changing environmental variables.. Redflex has developed aproprietary automatic light metering system. This system automatically adjusts the cameraand its photography settings to suite the current conditions. With our light meteringsystem, adjustments are constantly being made to the cameras, ensuring the best imagequality regardless of the time of day. This includes taking site specific issues into accountand changing the configuration accordingly. The Redflex automatic light metering systemwill take control of the cameras to ensure areas of interest in the images ..are correctlyexposed.The system has the ability to make the following adjustments:

Exposure and Aperture Automatic Gain Control Color Balance Flash / Strobe On/Off and Intensity

Systems utilizing multiple digital still cameras for zone specific capture of violations and licenseplate information will be more favorably viewed.

Our patented approach uses a complement of full motion digital video cameras andmultiple high resolution digital still cameras that allow us to concentrate .on zone and lanespecific capture of violations and license plate information. It is important to note thatRedflex is the only vendor with VA operational experience utilizing a combination of digitalvideo and digital still camera configuration.

. .Using multiple high resolution digital still cameras, Redflex can leverage the pixel coverageof which the system is photo enforcing, resulting in "Dynamic Pixel Utilization".Dynamic Pixel Utilization means that more pixels are used in areas where they are moreeffective, creating higher quality and more legible digital still photo evidence thancompared to single camera based photo enforcement systems.With respect to specific areas of interest such as the license plate of an offending vehicleand/or an image of the driver of that offending vehicle, Dynamic Pixel Utilization can resultin up to 500% greater pixel coverage on the area of interest compared to single camerabased systems. This is very important in insuring that the area of interest, such as alicense plate is clear in all types of traffic and weather conditions. 2008 Redflex Traffic Systems, Inc., All Rights Reserved. 12


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Redflex's experience in the photo enforcement industryis reflected' in the design of itsphoto enforcement systems, allowing maximum flexibillty-to suit the application and thecustomer's needs. A major component of the systems flexibility is the use of multipleintegrated and synchronized high resolution digital cameras. ''. . .As you can see from the graphic aboveuslnq multiple high resolution digital still cameras,Redflex can leverage the pixel coverage of whichthesystem is photo enforcing, resulting ,in "Dynamic Pixel Utilization". Dynamic Pixel' Utllizatlon 'means that more pixels areused in areas where they are more effective, creating higher quality and more legibledigital. still photo evidence than compared to single camera, based photo enforcementsystems. All Camera System component operations should be synchronized to 'a single, standard,independent, external and verifiable time and date source "

The Redflex Solution camera system uses patented multiple camera systems,synchronized to the same time and date source. The System shall be capable of being flexibly configured to address the specific number of lanesto be enforced at each direction of travel at the site.

As described above, the Redflex Solution is flexible and can be configured to address thespecific number of lanes required to be enforced in each direction of travel, includingstraight through violations, left-turn, and double left-turn and right-on-red violations. Ourpatented multiple camera configurations give Redflex the advantage of being able toprovide different intersection setups that result in the achievement of Dynamic PixelUtilization. Each lane can also be monitored with independent speed trigger thresholds,and with the use of Redflex's stop/go and right turn monitoring' technology, the camerasystem can be configured to monitor No Right Turn on Red full time, or betweendesignated times. Non turn lanes can also benefit from this technology" as our system isable to detect vehicles traveling at extremely low speeds.


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Functional Requirements .. '. The system shall be capable of identifying vehicles traveling through a signalized intersectionduring the 'red'. signal phase with continuous recording of the violation images thattrack thewhole violation event from be/ore the stop-bar and through to exiting the intersection.

The Redflex system has the capability to identify vehicles traveling through a sig.nalizedintersection during the red signal phase with continuous recording of the violation imagesthat track the whole violation event from before the stop-bar and through.to exiting theintersection. The Redflex Solution incorporates full motion video (audio too if city requires)for each violation. The video is integrated with the still images at the point of violation. Weare able to accomplish this with our patented multi-camera, multi-angle and multi-modesolution that incorporates the integrity of using a single central processor and single timeclock in a synchronized fashion. With our patents (US Patent Numbers 6,546,119;6,919,823 and 6,240,217) of a multi-camera configuration; our solution provides integratedand encrypted high resolution still images and full motion color video. This multi-modeconfiguration provides the richness, crispness and clarity that is provided with theindustry's highest resolution still cameras and the benefit of situational awareness that isprovided through full motion video. .

. .It is important to note again, that with our patented capabilities of using synchronizedstillcameras, only Redflex can provide effective simultaneous violation capture acrossmultiple lanes and, various movements during multiple signal phases. 'Scene' images shall be captured to display the red signal in the vehicle's direction oftravel.The Reflex system will capture scene images and display the red signal in the vehicle'sdirection of travel. Please refer to the sample violation images that clearly illustrate thisrequirement starting on page 54. The System shall be capable of capturing license plate images displaying the characters andnumbers on reflective and non-reflective license plates.

The Redflex system will capture license plate images displaying the characters andnumbers on reflective and non-reflective license plates. Please refer to the croppedimages of the license plates on the sample violation images. We have also includeda CDwith a video clip of a news report where our system was tested on its ability to capture thelicense plate numbers even while using several types of plate covers and reflectivematerials on the license plates. Please refer to Exhibit 8. The System shall be capable of detecting and capturing evidence of violation by slow movingvehicles. There shall be no minimum 'threshold speed' for effective monitoring and evidencecapture.

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Each lane can also be monitored with independent speed tri~mer thresholds, and with theuse of Redflex's stop/go and right turn monitoring technology, the camera system can beconfigured to monitor No Right or Left Turn on Red fulltime, or between designated times.Non turn lanes can also benefit from this technolopy, detecttnq vehicles traveling at'extremely'low speeds. Most of our accounts have one _ o r . .more intersections with left turnmonitoring. To illustrate our experience we have referenced the following accounts thathave left-turn photo enforcement (just to name a few, but most of our programs across thenation have these types of programs):' , , '

Columbus, Ohio Chicago Knoxville

In addition to monitoring straight through violations, the System shall be capable 'of detecting and 'recording evidence of right-turn violations. (Please reference programs, which demonstrate thiscapability.)

As described above, the system has the capability of detecting and recording evidence ofright-turn violations. The system can also be set-up full time or between designated times.The following programs have been set-up with right-turn monitoring:

' Columbus, Ohio Chicago, Illinois Knoxville, Tennessee

Most of our accounts Nationwide have similar configurations. System shall provide 2 4 x7 "live" intersection monitoring and viewing capabilities.The Redflex Solution provides 24 x 7 "live" intersection monitoring and viewing capabilities.As per Virginia codesection 15.2-986.1, only the' footage of.the violations, is saved. Thissolution specifically saves a total of 12 seconds of the violation (6 seconds prior to theviolation and 6 seconds after).In addition, Real-Time Traffic & Intersection Monitoring, also .allows the City to view.each intersection in real-time wI DVR options recordable for 60 days (optional). Naturallyto be in compliance with Virginia code section 15.2-986.1 such imagery can only beutilized for the enforcement of a specific red light violation and-must be purged from the

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system within 60 days of the said violation orwithln 2 business days if such information isnot utilized to execute a summons "This functionality is extremely valuable for:Congestion managementJoperations optimizationcongestion at intersections and along corridors allows:

./ Technicians to manually modify timing plans to relieve congestion resulting fromisolated events . . .

Real-time monitoring. of

./ Engineers to modify timing plans to meet traffic demand.'

./ Operation/safety - Real-time monitoring, vehicle' and non-motorized conflictmonitoring.

./ Transit corridor monitoring. Vendor must detail the image quality specifications and provide real set of violation imageexample capture in day time, night time, and during inclement weather.

Redflex's camera solution uses a 12.4 mega pixel digital media that produces acombination of high resolution still images with output of 4288x3113 pixels perframe/image and a full motion digital video technology with audio capability if audio isdesired by the city. Each Redflex Camera Unit is installed, configured and tested toensure high shutter speeds providing sufficient frames per second for simultaneousviolation capture. This includes multiple stHl cameras that capture up to 8 frames persecond and video cameras that capture up to 30 frames per second (fps).Please refer to page 54 for real set of violation images examples captured the daytime, night time and during inclement weather. Explain how the image and violation data is secure and transmitted to the processing center.The transmission of data requires specific security authorizations, and Redflex candesignate various levels of authority for accessing features of the software. Users will beprompted for.their user name and password, and this designationwill enable users accessbased on their level of authority.Each Redflex imaging unit provides robust nonvolatile on-site image and violation datatransferring, storage and archiving capabilities. This is accomplishedwith a server that canstore thousands of images if required. Fortunately, each Redflex imaging unit and itsassociated server are ableto utilize a variety ofmodes for efficient data transfer. '.Violation images and violation data go directly from the system location into the Redflexnetwork: Once images are extracted and backed-up; each violation will be processed,stored, and .archlved on redundant servers to ensure' ease of retrieval and critical

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disaster recovery. Violations can be retrieved,: processed and.delivered for viewing on adaily basis. The network configuration and real-time data transfer capabilities will enablethe City to view and approve violation data within 24 hours of the actual occurrence of theviolation. .All digital images are recovered in a secure .manner and will be retained fora period notless than one year from the date of violation. The System safeguards' the image and data.f iles' against .alteration by giving' each element a unique digital signatur.e toconflrm itsauthentic status. Redflex utilizes Public Key Cryptography and encryption processesto secure the transmission process. Using public key. cryptography, .keys. are created in.matched pairs; each encrypted with one half of a pair. Decryption can' onlyoccur by usingother half of the pair. This procedure allows Redflex to capture. and transmit evidence overa virtual private network. .The digital signatures are created and used to deal with key management and the effectivedeployment of symmetric ciphers.The resulting hybrid cryptosysterns use public key methods to manage keys tor symmetricciphers. Redflex creates public key infrastructures to make these benefits widely availablefor our customers. This process ensures evidence integrity. -.-'..~t,The Redflex solution provides the industry's leading secure chain of custody. SinceRedflex manufactures the camera units, operates the back office, processes the citations,and maintains the system, nothing leaves the Redflex "umbrella," which assures that the

- City is secure from unwarranted legal risk and improprieties.The chain includes multiple levels of tightly integrated security including:

. Digital encryption at the point of image capture, including digital signature encodingto impede any possible electronic record tampering

Violation verification, which includes digital certifications and audit trails for eachsystem transaction' . 128-bit encrypted Notice Authorization' Module that deploys robust' user

management and security protocols, with explicit authentication and' user accessprotocols

Citation authorization and printing which includes digital certificates, digitalsignatures and audit trails .Each transaction is documented, audited, certified and' archived, resulting in a verticallyintegrated solution and permanent safeguards, throughout the entire lifecycle of theenforcement process. Redflex is the only program that does not require data and imagesto be physically and/or electronically transferred between different vendors and/or City ..agencies, resulting in a preserved and secure chain of custody. .' .

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In the unlikely event of a catastrophe, such as aflre, in which' our processing facilitywascompromised, our co-location facility would ensure that the City would not skip a beatwithrespect to archiving or, more importantly, the work in process.RedflexData Back-Up and RecoveryRedflex's headquarters contains' a primary data center, which rivals'most small ISPs inconnectivity and capacity. Redflex uses' state-of-the-art enferpnse equipment by suchproviders as Cisco, EMS, EquaLogic, and Dell to ensure data: integrity and uptime.Redflex's backup and data protection infrastructure, extends' far beyond the typicalprocedure of backup tapes taken to an offsite storage facility, Litilizingan offsite co-locationfacility with near real-time data replication to identical hardware sets as the ones locatedatthe primary site.

The primary site and co-location site are connected by a very high-speed privateconnection, and Redflex owns all the hardware at the co-location site. By using thismethodology, Redflex is able to greatly minimize recovery' and restore windows andgreatly reduce, if not eliminate altogether, the potential for, lost data. .ln the event of adisaster at the processing site, Redflex's real-time data replication environment-al lows fora much faster and more reliable recovery than in a standard' tape backup environment.With the use of real-time data replication, there is no nightly backup window or nightlybackup delay. Since all the production systems are backed' up to disk arrays, times .aresignificantly faster (compared to tape recovery), as multiple recoveries can take placesimultaneously, if necessary (compared to one backup tape"at 'atime). Redflex's goal hasalways been to provide our customers with the greatest level of data protection andhighest level of uptime. Redflex also uses technologies that meet or exceed. compliancestandards for the storage of legal documents for all the citation data. Redflex's in-house ITstaff has more than 20 years of combined experience.Storage & ArchivesThe County's data is saved in 3 locations:

Archive Storage (original incident files) used to create court evidence packets Near-line Storage (images and video used during processing, printing, adjudicationand online viewing) Database (all incident associated data used during processing, printing,

adjudication and online viewing)Archives are created automatically upon incident capture and are imported into thesystem. These archives are maintained to satisfy contractual and or legal retentionpolicies. Upon request archives are pulled via an internal only web .application.fromthe 'Archive storage array. Archive purging is automatically performed based upon contractualand or legal retention policies.' "

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'. 'Explain how the proposed camera unit produces an image setwhich ~ontains thefollowingdata: " ,', ,',,: ,,',1. Scene of location where violation occurred including the signal light,' crosswalk andvehicle in proper position

, to prove the violation , , .. '2. Motor vehicle during violation , , ,', ,': ' " , ' ,3. Display of rear license plate of vehicle and photo of.driver (driver photo not included on citation).4. The day, month and year of the violation ' , '5 . The time of the violation in hours, minutes and seconds6. The amount of time that has elapsed since the light tumed.reddetailedtol/Iilof a second7, -Duration of amber phase detailed to 1/100 of a second8, Location of violation9. Frame sequence number, ,10. Imprint all the information along the bottom or top edge of the image - such data shall not obstruct the

violation imageEach of the high resolution digital images produced by the system include an encrypteddatabar, which "stamps" pertinent violation information' of the' image' at the very' point of 'capture. The databar includes a 256-characterfield that can be customized to suit theCity's specific preferences and requirements. ,The 'standard data elements that' areencrypted at the point of capture on each image and this informationicarmot bemanipulated by Redflex or the system. Typical data flelds include:

Scene of location where violation occurred including the signal light; crosswalk andvehicle in proper position to prove the violation,. Motor vehicle durinqviolation Oisplay of rear license plate of vehicle. The day, 'month and year of the violation The time of the violation in hours, minutes and seconds The amount of time that has elapsed since the light turned red detailed to 1/100 of a

second (this assure compliance with the minimum 0.5 second grace, period betweenthe time the signal turns red 'and the time the first violation is recorded..O'uratlon of amber phase detailed to 1/1.00 of a second Location of violation Frame sequence number

. , Imprint all the information along the bottom or topedqe oftlie image -such datashall not obstruct the violation image' ' , .Also keep in mind that this information can be r:nod,ifi~c;Itoit additional requirements fromthe City of Newport News. .,

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Looking at the encrypted data bar from "real" violation images', one can clearly see thepertinent data .fields are very clear and visible. Of special importance is (1) RED: 1.2520,which illustrates the light has been red for 1.252 seconds, ,(2) AMBER: 3.0240, whichillustrates a real-time elapsed yellow phasing and (3)' Elapse Time: 0.000; whichrepresents the first image captured 'to this set of violation images. Thefollowlng isasample databar image of scene B.

Continuing, the pertinent data fields are clearly visible and have been automaticallyadjusted for the Scene B images. Of special importance is (1) RED: 2.5040, whichdemonstrates that the Scene B image is captured later in the red phasing (2) AMBER:3.0240, which illustrates a real-time elapsed yellow phasing and (2) Elapse Time: 1.2520;which represents this image was later in the sequencing, as 1.252 seconds has elapsedbetween the Scene A image and the Scene B images, which is consistent to theadjustment of the RED timing.Explain how the proposed system can compensate/or the effects of license plate covers andsprays.Our synchronizedillumination modules havebeen tested and provensuccessful at eliminatingthe effectiveness of platesprays and covers that areadvertised to prevent photoenforcement programs.Redflex has thoroughlytested our camera systemagainst the effect of licenseplate covers,prism coversand photo sprays (photoblocker) that are intendedto hide or blowout thelicense plate image. Ourtests have conclusivelyshowed that such spraysand covers are . 100%ineffective ag~inst ourRedflexSolution. Pleasesee article to the right andrefer to the video includedin Exhibit 8 for additionalproof of this feature.

P OS T ED , 1 2, 56 pm PD i 11ay 5. ,004U PDA T ED , 2 , CI S pm PD T Mil ' 5, 20C'4SAN DIEGO -- Police depar tments across the county have implemented cameras at stoplightsin hopes drivers will not run red lights. However, some feel the cameras violate their privacy.

Does 'Device Give Green Light T o Red-light Runners?Does 'Super Protector' Work?

A device.'called the "NO-Ticket Super Prntector" promises to, help you avoid getting caught. Does it work? ,A lONelVs crew set out to see if the a nti-photo devicekeeps radar cameras from catching someone in the act. Canthe plastic shield help prevent a $350 fine?Whether you call them red-light cameras or photo-enforcement cameras, they are out there and clicking away.In EI Cajon alone, red-light cameras monitor sevenlntersections.Agent Steve Reilly from the EI Cajon Police Departmentheads the phcte-enfercernent program which uses theRedflex Traffic System."We're trying to cut down on injuries and deaths that come associated with running redlights," said Reilly.

'Even 'so, some consider red-light cameras a violation of privacy and feel justified in theirefforts to defeat them. Hence the "No-Tickets Super Protector."The Super Protector is sold for $20 as a multi-angle, anti-photo license plate cover. It issupposed to protect you from regular, overhead and high-angle cameras, such as red-lightcameras. The device promises to protect your pr ivacy and your wallet.To test the device, lONeVis sets up a couple of test runs at one of the EI Cajon intersectionsmonitored by red-light cameras. with the help of the EI Cajon Police Depaltment, lONewsdrives 'a car through the red light a couple of times -- once without the Super Protectol' andonce with the device. 'During the first run, the red-light camera snapped a photo of the license plate and the plate,number' wa's recorded. There was no rnistake who ccmmittedthe preal1:anged violation. 'During the, second I'Un, the Super Protector was placed over the license plate and the carrananother red light. The red-light camera snapped a photo and unbeknownst to the SuperProtector's claim, the license plate was clear ly readable. The product didn't work.



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Camera Unit Housing '. ':., . .. Sealedto be weather, dust, water and spray resistant.. Securely lockable. Capable of being securely mounting to existing intersection infrastructures (other than mastarms) by agreement with the auihdritY. . .' ..' . . .. .

Capable of being pole-mounted on a vendor supplied pole.:.. '., "'.' Shall require no more then the utilizations of a single pole and housing (City and/or VendorSupplied) per approach.

Systems that require additional intersection mast arms will notbeaccepted. . Camera enclosures must be vandal and tamperproof Allglass openings must be bulletresistant. . . . '. '.

The Redflex Camera Units can be .pole-rnounted in vandal and weather resistantlockable housings and each pole will meet federal roadside safety standards. TheCamera housing units were designed to preserve the overall effectiveness of the Red LightEnforcement Program's operation and 'to protect the Redflex Camera Units from extremeweather conditions and vandalism, ensuring minimal ."downtime" and easymaintenance. Poles are typically eight (8) or twelve (12) feet.from ground level to thebase of the housing, which protects the housings from defacement and ensures 'effectivemulti-lane image capture. The image 'to the right demonstrates a typical 'head-unit. of aRedflex installation. As shawn by the "red" circles, this unit includes three (3) highresolution still cameras (up to. 12.4 megapixel) and in "yellow", one (1) full motion videocamera.Redflex is the anly vendor that can legally provide a multi-camera, multi-angle and mUlti-made solution thatincorporates the integrity of using a single central processor andsingle time clock in a synchronized fashion. .Note: There are many untested and new systems in the ti7t!J;-~ethat promise aestheticallypleasing configurations, unfortunately, in reality these systems require a completely non-integrated set of aff-the-shelf cameras with expasedcables and' no housing locks; insummary - a tatally ineffective backyard solution. . .The camera unit housing is designed to. be weather, dust, water and spray resistant Thisunit is securely lockable and will be pole-mounted. Each Redflex housing & pole system isprofessianally engineered and built to industrial standards from the ground-up,incl~ding: Weather,. bullet, and vandalism reslstant enclosures built to the standards of theNatianal Electrical Manufacturers Association. . . Waterproof(salt.and freshwater) anddust-proof to.IP65wlthsealed access panel. Built from stainless steel or touqhenedalurninurn; Zinc dippedand powder painted ina neutral color or a color desired by the 'City to match existing street furnishings Double walled steel construction on at least five (5) sides of the cabinet (all but theroof) including welded joints "

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Equipped with shrouds that allow rotation and pivoting. on the pole for optimalalignment. " Designed to aesthetically blend with City's environment and current traffic controlsetup. No additional obtrusive mast arms or overhanging elements required. '., Securely locked into' place with 'eight guide' holts that 'are securely covered by anothershroud to prevent tampering. These can only be accessed from within the.housing. The

hbusing locks are fashioned from toughened steel with a single key engaging the three-way bolts. Camera Units are easily 'reachable without the utilization of lifts and Redflex hassuccessfully deployed systems that include automated raising and, declining

mechanisms, which utilize "garage door" engines and controls. Fitted with polycarbonate, bullet-resistant, N1J Standard, Ballistic Resistant ProtectiveMaterial (U.S. Justice Department) toughened 19mm glass windows. If. desired, our camera units can effectively utilize much of the City's existinginfrastructure, thereby minimizing required hardware and encroachments. Housing will be mount atop' a pole to allow both horizontal and vertical adjustment atthe intersection The housing will ~e securely mounted on the top of the pole and allow horizontal andvertical adjustments. The pole shall have the following characteristics:

- Steel construction with welded joints;- Zinc dipped with backed enamel finish;- Secure installation to the ground mounting surface;- Available access to requisite conduit feeds; and- Adherence to breakaway mounting regulations.

The cabinet will be designed in such a manner to ensure system operation' under anambient temperature range of 00 to 1220 Fahrenheit and a maximum humidity of 99%.,

Thecamera housing will contain a heatinq system, which will activate automatically toreduce any fogging on t.hewindows, which may obstruct the view of the camera.

All cable assemblies and terminal blocks shall be mounted' and dressed within thecamera housing .. AIIterminal blocks for input from the signal controller will be UL or CSA approved. The camera will operate on an 1 1OVAC 60Hz power supplY; fused to' protect the unit. " The pole will have a terminal block readily accessible to accept the power, red light,amber light and loop inputs. 2008 Redflex Traffic Systems, Inc., All Rights Reserved: 22


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Our systems have operated in the most severe climates from the heat of Arizona; theMiddle East, Bahrain and UAE to the torrential precipitation of Oregon and South Dakota .. Additionally, we have operated successfully for years across the Ohio, Illinois and mostrecently Minnesota and have been successful at capturing violations and prosecutingviolators across all four seasons and in all possible weather extremes':

. . . ',' ~"Most importantly, Redflex will provide the City with.allnew andapproved product releasesand system upgrades for the lifetime of the contract. ,,' 'Imaging Units _". Each imaging unit's operation shall be'microprocessor controlled and fullyautomatic. Each camera shall record images with an output of 3000 x 2000 pixels or greater ofresolution per image. ' , ' Each unit shall record images at 30frames per second or faster. Units shall allow aperture adjustment. Each image should befull-color. IR-systems will not be considered due to colordegradation.

Systems utilizing noflash at night shall be lessfavorably viewed. , Systems must have a briefflash system beyond.relying on incandescent flood lights;'-lR light'or ambient light at the intersection.

, ,The Redflex imaging units are microprocessor controlled and fully automated. Each,camera is designed to record images with an output of 3000 x 2000 resolution per imageand record at 30 frames per second.The system allows for aperture adjustment and will all images will be in full color.. . . . .

"The Redflex System provides a Synchronized Low Wattage Fiash illumination Systemthat is triggered to synchronize precisely with the still camera's digital imaging in all lightand weather conditions, which ensures effective full-color images 24 x 7. The camera willrecord full color images with an output of 4288 x 3113 pixels resolution per image. In,'addition, each system will record video images at 30 frames per second. ' Each image willbe in full-color, A flash unit will be used at all times.

, 'The Flash Unit is typically mounted on the camera pole or to an existing traffic pole for in-, line illumination.' The flash provides visible white-light to ensure full-color imaging ofcritical license plate images in aUambient light and variable weather conditions. The Flash

, Unit is automatically synchronized with the digital still camera's imaging shutter release at,all times. The very short flash duration (-1/2600th of a second),and .ultra fast recycle.tlrne (-250 milliseconds) means that the, flash does not become a public nuisance and/orimpact driver safety. ~

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Redflex proposes using an opto-isolation module that provides,a very,robust 'sen,sing,filtering and high noise rejection and transient-free "clean" switching. With 4,000V rmsoptical isolation, this module will completely protect the City's infrastructure, connectionsand controllers. 'Violation Detection System ,Any System to detect potential red light running violations shall be:,' ,

Capable' of providing the ability to select from several triggering options not to includeinduction loops. Direction sensitive. Capable of capturing multiple-image sets that may bereviewed to confirm vehicle presenceprior to the stop bar during processing ,

Redflex is the only vendor that has experience utilizing four different detection sensors andconfigurations; which enables the Redflex Solution, to' be easily customized andimplemented to address unique geometrical and spatial needs without jeopardizingeffective violation capture. The applied detection method also provides accurate vehiclespeed calculations and has a low false trigger rate.Currently, with over 1,100 "live" systems and 50% share of the US market, Redflex hasmade a substantial investment in research, development and testing of varioustechnologies and configurations. We recognize that 'each of the following proposedtechnologies has inherent strengths and weaknesses;' all of which areimpacted by factorssuch as, but not limited to: intersection geometries, climate and pavementconditions. 'The specific technology we deploy at the proposed intersections will be' based on jointRedflex-Customer agreement; ensuring that the end result is a system, that is trulyoptimized for the specific needs at hand. . .Non-Invasive Violation DetectionRedflex is pleased offer the City of Newport News a variety of non-invasive violationdetection options. We do not prescribe to the notion of "one size fits all."We recognize thateach intersection has different geometries, different lane configurations and differentdirectional orientations; all of which can andwill either ,negativelyor positively lmpact theviolation detection technology. To ensure the City's systems are optimized, only, Redflexhas effectively deployed each of the four different types of detection technologies.Regardless of the.specific technology, each option incorporates the followingfeatures:

,/ Automatic self-tuning,/ Sensitivity control,/ Automatic recovery for 'opens;shorts and,power failure,/ Presence of pulsemodes of operatiori

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Video SensorsWorking with the most widely recognized names in traffic control, Redflexis pleased to'Offer the City of Newport News the industry's most advanced non-intrusive ,vid~o sensorIncident detection system, which will not' n~gatively impact the City's roadbed and/or.tax limited spatial conditions. This' state-of-the-art system' utilizes video sensors, whichuses video image analysis processors to synthesize the output from a variety of cameraconfiquratiorrs .. Redflex has effectively workecwitb companies .such as Econollte,Trafficon and Iteris to test and deploy video-based systems. 'These robust systems offer a wide-dynamic range', which is historically considered aconstraint of video sensor systems. The System, runs automated self-diagnostics of allsensors and hubs to ensure limited deviation from normal operation. The 'system's videosensors are configured to ensure accurate field-of-view for each specified detectionzone. The systems accuracy is enabled via the reconciliation of the spatial signature ofeach detected vehicle and the integrated temporal siqnatureof its motion.Field tests have demonstrated excellent reliability. This type of-technology 'has proven toincrease the efficacy of the Redflex Program when the use of conventional loops is notpossible or desired.Redflex also offers radar-based vehicle detection systems, which can be a viablealternative to non-intrusive video sensors systems. Redflex has successful deployed thistype of vehicle detection system in various cities across the USA. 'RadarRedflex can provide the City a radar-based system which provides multi-target distanceand speed measurement using proprietary FM Doppler radar. The Radar technologyprojects a focused radar beam at traffic approaching an intersection. The system identifieseac,h vehicle that enters the sensor' area and continually, tracks it, creating reports ofspeed, distance, and direction of each vehicle, 21ti,mes per second,The Radar System:.( Calculates the probability of. vehicles entering the intersection after the light has.changed.( Creates 'a data 'record containing the violation details.( Can extend the red phase for crossing traffic during a violation using the optional RedLight Delay System '

. ..( 'Creates a log file for every vehicle that passes the stop line, or another pre-definedreport line

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./ Can be set to log all passing vehicles and to provide statistics such as vehicle count,average speed, percentiles, etc.Our Radar systems can be an effective device for.various situations and circumstancesthat limit the application of traditional video sensor systems. Some of the immediatebenefits of this solution include: ..

. . . . . . . ../ No need for bucket trucks and lane closures thereby reducing the installation time,street construction,' and daily traffic flow caused by the lnstallatlon, maintenance,and repair of overhead video systems,./ Effective all-weather detection and picture quality;The radarsare insensitive to lightconditions, rain and other weather conditions, and the high-resolution camerascombined with efficient flashes guarantee the best possible picture quality underany condition. ../ The distance 'at which the traffic is monitored can be tailored to the specific

requirements of each :intersection, and can easily be adjusted to changingconditions../ The sensor tracks a violating vehicle to the optimal position for the first and secondimages,permitting maximum camera effectiveness.

Laser (LiDAR)Redflex also actively deploys laser-based systems across the USA, including Medford,Oregon. We were recently selected for the nation's first fixed laser-based speed programin the City of Davenport, Iowa. Our L1DARtrigger options use multiple lasers per set-upwhich enables multi-lane and multi-vehicle discrimination,with the pinpoint accuracy that isexpected from this type of solution. .. .Virtual Wireless Detection - Sensys (Minimally invasive with higher detection and issuance rate)Redflex has extensive experience using a wide range of detection technologies includingvideo and virtual wireless detection technologies. Redflex is the only vendor that hasexperience utilizing these various types of sensor arraysand configurations which enablesthe Redflex Solution to be easily customized and implemented to address uniquegeometrical and spatial needs without jeopardizing effective violation capture.The virtual wireless detection approach is less invasive when compared to theloop/sensors, but have the same or better image capture rate. The graphic to belowrepresents the proposed layout of the loops/sensors.

The diagram below represents the utilization of the latest' wireless sensors for stop bardetection; Redflex has utilized this device for red-light camera triggering; and it has provengreat validity, accuracy and reliability; without "loop cutting." In addition. the virtualwireless trigger sensors are placed sufficiently deep into the ground and notaffected by road bed resurfacing .

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