ACTi I42 2MP Zoom Bullet Day/Night Extreme WDR Camera

Overview

The ACTi I42 is a 2MP zoom bullet designed for outdoor and semi-enclosed surveillance where you need extended focal length reach and robust low-light performance without swapping optics. The 36x optical zoom — paired with extreme WDR and extreme low-light sensitivity — handles scenes with mixed lighting: bright sunlit areas adjacent to shadowed zones, dawn/dusk transitions, and indoor spaces with minimal ambient light. Built-in video analytics enable edge-based event detection, reducing false alerts and VMS processing load. This is the right choice when a fixed wide-angle camera leaves distant subjects unidentifiable, and a PTZ would be overkill or cost-prohibitive.

Compatibility

Verify mounting compatibility with your installation surface (wall, corner, pole, or ceiling bracket). The I42 integrates with standard ONVIF-compliant video management systems and network infrastructure supporting H.264 and H.265 streams. Check your NVR or VMS for codec support and stream profile compatibility before deployment. Confirm PoE power availability on your network infrastructure; exact wattage requirements should be validated against your switch's budget before final commissioning.

Installation Notes

Mount the I42 securely to prevent drift from wind or vibration — zoom lenses are more sensitive to repositioning than fixed optics. Ensure clear sightlines to target zones and avoid mounting directly into prevailing wind if outdoors. Allow adequate space for cable routing and connector access. Validate network bandwidth for 36x zoom operation at target frame rates before live deployment.

What's in the Box

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