Uniview TriGuard 2.0 8MP DualLight IP Turret with Two Way Talk & Active Deterrence
- CCTV Lens Guide
- Hard Drive Size Guide
Unless selecting a vari-focal camera (with an adjustable lens) It is important to select the correct camera lens option for where the camera is to be positioned. A smaller lens will give you a wider angle but will be "zoomed out more", while a bigger lens will narrow the angle down and "zoom in more". See below to give you some idea on angles of Megapixel HD Cameras:
| Lens in mm | Approx Viewing Angle (degrees) | Ideal Distance (metres) | Typical usage/notes |
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| 2.8 | 106 | <6 | For seeing as much of the immediate area as possible such as above a doorway/low down/garage soffits (edges can appear slightly warped/distorted) - clearly "zoomed out" |
| 3.6/4 | 83-90 | <12 | A great general purpose option giving great coverage still in the corner of a room or higher up on second floor soffits with less distortion - more of a natural "zoom" |
| 6 | 56 | 6-20 | Narrows down the angle and zooms in to look past the immediate area a little to gain more detail - down a driveway for example from higher up |
| 12 | 24 | 20+ | Zooms in significantly more to look at a gate, entrance or adjascent building |
| 16 | 19 | 24+ | As above but more so |
The amount of hard drive space you require is dictated by how many cameras, as well as their resolution and frame rate settings. Finally you can often make your storage space last a lot longer by enabling motion detected recording rather than continuous, especially if there are long periods of no activity.
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Resolution (Megapixels) |
Days of storage provided by 1TB per camera (continuous - full 25 frames per second) |
Days of storage provided by 1TB per 4 cameras (continuous - full 25 frames per second) |
Days of storage provided by 1TB per 4 cameras (50% motion- 15 frames per second) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44 | 11 | 36 |
| 2 | 22 | 5 | 18 |
| 3 | 17 | 4 | 14 |
| 4 | 11 | 3 | 9 |
| 5 | 9 | 2 | 8 |
| 6 | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| 8 (4K) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| 12 | 4 | 0.5 | 3 |
As a rule of thumb we recommend a minimum of 2 Terabytes per 4 x 2-4MP HD cameras, as this should give you 2 weeks to a month with a few adjustments on motion detected recording. You may only require the full 25 frames per second on certain cameras if things are fast moving.
(All of our hard drives come fitted and are CCTV specific from one of the major brands)
Uniview IPC3638SS-ADF28(40)KMC-I1 8MP Tri-Guard Fixed Dual-Light Turret Network Camera
The Uniview IPC3638SS-ADF28(40)KMC-I1 delivers next-generation surveillance performance with 8MP Ultra HD resolution, AI-powered analytics, and dual-light illumination for full-color imaging day and night. Designed for demanding security environments, this Tri-Guard turret camera combines superior image quality, intelligent detection, and reliable all-weather protection.
Key Features
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Ultra HD Clarity: 8 MP (3840 × 2160) resolution with a 1/2.8" CMOS sensor provides sharp, detailed images for maximum coverage and evidence capture.
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Flexible Streaming Options: Supports 8MP@30fps, 5MP, 4MP, and 1080P resolutions for adaptable performance across bandwidth or storage constraints.
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Advanced Compression: Efficient Ultra 265, H.265, H.264, and MJPEG encoding significantly reduces network and storage usage without compromising image quality.
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AI-Powered Perimeter Protection: Intelligent detection algorithms classify humans, vehicles, and non-motor vehicles — minimizing false alarms caused by environmental factors like trees, lights, or animals.
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Smart Intrusion Prevention & Color Retrieval: Enhances search and response capabilities with precise color-based target identification.
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People Flow Counting & Crowd Density Monitoring: Provides valuable operational insights for retail, public spaces, and transportation hubs.
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Auto Scene Match (ASM): Automatically adjusts image parameters for optimal clarity in varying lighting and environmental conditions.
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130 dB True WDR: Captures detailed images even in complex lighting scenarios with strong backlight or glare.
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Visual & Audible Deterrence: Integrated red and blue warning lights combined with a built-in speaker help deter unwanted activity in real time.
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Smart IR Night Vision: Infrared illumination up to 30 m (98.4 ft) ensures clear visibility in complete darkness.
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Two-Way Audio: Built-in microphone and speaker with 1/1 audio I/O support real-time communication and audio evidence collection.
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Versatile Installation: 9:16 corridor mode allows optimized video orientation for hallways and narrow spaces.
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Local Edge Storage: MicroSD card slot supports up to 512 GB for reliable on-site recording.
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Durable Construction: IP67-rated weatherproof housing provides long-lasting performance in harsh outdoor environments.