ACTi Z813 4MP Outdoor Zoom Dome Camera

Overview

The ACTi Z813 is a 4MP outdoor zoom dome built for deployments requiring flexible field-of-view coverage across parking lots, building perimeters, and campus grounds. The 2.8–12mm motorized lens delivers 4.3x optical zoom — critical when you need to pan from wide overview to evidence-grade detail without swapping cameras or burning bandwidth on high-megapixel fixed-wide alternatives. IP67 weatherproof enclosure survives direct rain, dust, and -40°C to 60°C temperature extremes, eliminating the need for separate weather hoods. WDR processing handles backlit and mixed-sun scenes without halo artifacts, while dual 850nm adaptive IR LEDs reach 40m in complete darkness. H.265 compression cuts bandwidth 40–60% versus H.264, meaningful when streaming multiple zoom domes over limited network capacity.

Compatibility

The Z813 integrates with any ONVIF-compliant video management system (Milestone, Genetec, exacqVISION, etc.) via standard 10/100 Base-T Ethernet. Board-mount lens and fixed iris design simplify installation on existing outdoor poles, wall brackets, and ceiling mounts without requiring servo-driven lens kits. 1x RJ-45 port accepts standard PoE or PoE+ injectors; verify your network switch's power budget supports simultaneous multiple Z813 units in dense deployments. Built-in microphone works with any VMS supporting 2-way audio over RTSP/ONVIF.

Installation Notes

The Z813 draws variable power depending on compression mode and IR intensity — confirm your PoE injector or switch port supports the camera's peak draw before field deployment. Pan (3°–360°), tilt (0°–70°), and rotation (3°–360°) are mechanical, not motorized servo — you control zoom remotely via VMS, but pan/tilt positioning is fixed at mount time. IP67 rating requires proper RJ-45 connector sealing; use weatherproof cable glands or boot connectors rated for outdoor use. Test IR focus distance (40m nominal) in your specific mounting height and scene reflectivity — IR performance degrades in high-ambient or highly reflective surfaces (white walls, shiny vehicles).