For too long, the market has been told that outdoor detection is plagued by false alarms, that it requires massive, expensive mesh networks, and that it must be a permanent, fixed infrastructure.At Acoem (Booth #28039), we are using this year’s show to change that conversation. We aren’t just showing off new hardware; we are debunking the three myths that have held outdoor security back.
Here is what we are bringing to Las Vegas—and why it matters for your security strategy.
Myth 1: “A Sensor is Just a Sensor” (The Accuracy Problem)
The most common objection we hear is that outdoor sensors can’t reliably tell the difference between a gun, a firework, and a car backfire. The industry has accepted that “a bang is a bang”.
We are proving that wrong. At ISC West, we are showcasing our 96-attribute acoustic intelligence engine. Unlike legacy systems that rely on simple volume thresholds, our AI evaluates the full anatomy of a sound—analyzing waveform, spectral content, and shockwave geometry in real time.
By analyzing 96 distinct characteristics of every acoustic event, we distinguish true threats from environmental noise with elite precision. It’s the difference between a passive microphone and active intelligence.
Myth 2: “You Need a Massive Mesh Network” (The Infrastructure Problem)
The old way of doing things required three or more sensors to “triangulate” a location, creating latency and blind spots.
We are demonstrating how Edge AI changes the math. Because Acoem ATD processes data directly on the device, a single sensor can detect, classify, and localize a threat instantly—no triangulation required.
At the booth, you will see how this single-sensor architecture drives immediate action. We will demonstrate our integration with ONVIF-S cameras, where a confirmed gunshot automatically slews a PTZ camera to the source of the fire. You get audio validation and visual confirmation in real-time, not minutes.
Myth 3: “Detection Must Be Permanent” (The Flexibility Problem)
The final myth is that gunshot detection is a fixed infrastructure decision—both physically and financially.
Legacy providers often lock organizations into rigid, long-term contracts where you never actually own the hardware. You are essentially renting a capability, bolted to a pole for a decade, with no flexibility to move it if your risk landscape changes.
Acoem changes this dynamic. You own the system. We don’t trap you in a hardware-as-a-service lease. Because the intelligence resides on the device—and because you own that device—you have total autonomy.
Security risks move—crowds shift, construction zones pop up, and festivals come and go. You can deploy a sensor permanently at a gate today, and move it to a mobile trailer for a weekend event tomorrow.
Because our intelligence resides on the edge, Acoem ATD is portable. Whether it’s a permanent install at a critical infrastructure site or a mobile trailer for a weekend event, the capability remains the same.
It is the difference between renting a static attribute and owning an operational capability.
See the Tech That Changes the Narrative
We are also debuting the on-premise version of our Cadence software. Designed for mission-critical environments like utilities and government sites, it offers full autonomy without the need for outside internet connections.
Stop by Booth #28039 to see the 96-attribute engine in action and discover what happens when you stop buying microphones and start buying acoustic intelligence.
Event Details:
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What: Acoem ATD at ISC West 2026
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Where: Venetian Expo, Las Vegas – Booth #28039
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When: March 23–27, 2026
