i-PRO A-45-F-2.8 2MP Mini Vandal IP67 Dome
Overview
The A-45-F-2.8 is a 2MP compact dome camera engineered for vandal-prone and outdoor environments requiring durability without sacrificing optics. Built for parking facilities, transit stations, industrial perimeters, and unmanned sites, this camera pairs a motorized 2.9–9mm varifocal lens with IP67 weatherproofing and mini vandal-resistant housing — meaning it handles rain, dust, and physical abuse without external protection. IR night vision with 70m effective range (30 IRE) eliminates dependence on external lighting in low-visibility scenarios. The camera ships NDAA-compliant, a material advantage for federal and state procurement environments.
Compatibility
The A-45-F-2.8 integrates with any standards-based VMS, NVR, or management software supporting ONVIF Profile G, M, S, or T — meaning Milestone, Axis Camera Station, Genetec, and comparable third-party platforms ingest the video stream without proprietary connectors. PoE (802.3af) power delivery requires only a standard network switch with PoE support; no additional power budget planning needed as the camera draws under 13W. Audio input capability allows bidirectional communication or ambient capture where regulations permit. Video motion detection (VMD) with four configurable areas triggers on activity without requiring external analytics servers, reducing false alerts and enabling autonomous edge-level event response.
Installation Notes
Operating temperature range spans –10 °C to +50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F), supporting deployment across temperate and subtropical climates. The compact form factor and ceiling or wall mount capability fit retrofit and new-build scenarios. The motorized lens requires power (provided via PoE) and control capability within your VMS for focal-length adjustment; confirm your management software supports lens motor commands before commissioning. H.265, H.264, and MJPEG codec selection allows bitrate optimization based on storage and bandwidth constraints — H.265 typically halves file size compared to H.264 at equivalent quality, meaningful for 24/7 recording on bandwidth-constrained networks.
