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Environmental protection and weather resistance
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SKU: IP9165-LPC-V2 (12-40MM)

Vivotek IP9165-LPC-V2 2MP License Plate Box Camera

2MP license plate box camera with 12-40mm varifocal lens for traffic monitoring
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SKU: IP9165-LPC-V2 (9-50MM)

Vivotek IP9165-LPC-V2 2MP License Plate Capture Camera

2MP license plate camera with 9-50mm lens for parking, street, and highway capture
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SKU: IP9165-LPRKIT-S-V2 (50MM)

Vivotek IP9165-LPRKIT-S-V2 License Plate Recognition Box Cam

License plate recognition box cam captures vehicles up to 60 mph
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SKU: IP9165-LPRKIT-S-V2 (40MM)

Vivotek IP9165-LPRKIT-S-V2 License Plate Recognition Camera

License plate recognition camera for vehicles up to 60 mph with 70+ formats
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SKU: LTEM-NV9X21P

Vivotek LTEM-NV9X21P LTE Cellular Connectivity Module

USB LTE module with GPS for NV9x21P NVRs in areas without wired networks
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SKU: SAA04

Vivotek SAA04 Directional Panel Antenna

5km directional panel antenna for outdoor wireless surveillance links
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SKU: SDSDQAS4-128G

Vivotek SDSDQAS4-128G 128GB Industrial MicroSD Card

128GB microSD for 24/7 surveillance in harsh environments
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SKU: SDSDQAS5-1TB

Vivotek SDSDQAS5-1TB Industrial microSD Card

1TB microSD for 24/7 IP camera recording in industrial temps
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SKU: SDSDQAS5-256G

Vivotek SDSDQAS5-256G 256GB Industrial microSD Card

256GB industrial microSD for 24/7 surveillance recording
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SKU: SDSDQAS5-512G

Vivotek SDSDQAS5-512G 512GB Industrial microSD Card

512GB industrial microSD for surveillance systems with thermal stability
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SKU: FE912-H-1Y

Vivotek Vortex FE912 H 1Y 12MP Indoor WDR Pro Fisheye Microphone IP Camera

12MP fisheye with 180° coverage and WDR Pro for blind-spot-free indoor surveillance
- 12MP at 2944 x 2944 pixels captures detail across full 180° field of view
- WDR Pro with dual-exposure balancing handles bright and shadowed areas together
- Built-in microphone, intrusion/line-crossing/loitering detection, PoE via single cable
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SKU: MS930-EHV-1Y

Vivotek Vortex MS930 EHV 1Y 8MP Outdoor WDR Pro Fixed Microphone IP Camera

8MP outdoor fixed camera with WDR Pro and 30m IR night vision
- 8MP resolution at 15fps with H.265 compression for efficient storage
- WDR Pro handles high-contrast scenes from bright sun to deep shadows
- IP67-rated weatherproof with built-in microphone and PoE single-cable power
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SKU: WD142PURP

Vivotek WD142PURP 14TB SATA Surveillance Hard Drive

14TB SATA drive for 24/7 surveillance recording across NVR/DVR systems
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SKU: WD23PURZ

Vivotek WD23PURZ 2TB SATA Surveillance Hard Drive

2TB surveillance drive built for 24/7 NVR/DVR recording
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SKU: WIFIM-NV9X21P

Vivotek WIFIM-NV9X21P M.2 WiFi Module

M.2 WiFi module for Vivotek NV9x21P NVR wireless integration
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SKU: WD102PURP

WD Purple Pro 10TB SATA Surveillance Drive

10TB surveillance drive for 24/7 NVR/DVR recording at 7200 RPM
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What to Look For When Buying

The six decisions that matter most before you spec.

Match Bracket to Camera + Surface

A dome camera mounted on a textured wall needs a wall-mount adapter with a gasket; mounted on a pole it needs a pole-mount arm; mounted on an eave it may need a pendant. Third-party brackets exist but brand-specific brackets include proper camera cable routing and weather gasketing. Buying a $40 generic bracket to save on a $80 Axis bracket usually costs more in installation time.

Enclosure NEMA Rating

NEMA 3R = light rain; NEMA 4 = splash + driving rain; NEMA 4X = above + corrosion resistance (coastal, industrial); NEMA 6 = temporary submersion. For weather-exposed camera enclosures, NEMA 4X is the commercial standard. For mission-critical outdoor gear, pair NEMA 4X enclosure + IP67 camera + IK10 vandal rating.

C/CS-Mount Lens Selection

Box cameras use interchangeable C-mount (17.526mm flange) or CS-mount (12.5mm flange). Lens focal length + sensor size determines field of view: a 4mm lens on a 1/3" sensor gives ~60° horizontal FOV. Our DORI guide covers lens selection by scene distance. F-stop matters for low-light; P-iris for auto-exposure.

IR Illuminator Wavelength

850nm IR is more efficient but produces a faint visible red glow (deterrent or accidental giveaway, depending on use case). 940nm is truly covert but requires ~2x the power for the same effective range, and many cameras have lower sensitivity at 940nm. Match illuminator wavelength to camera IR-cut filter spec, or image washout results.

Power Supply Sizing & Distance

12VDC cameras at 100ft from a power supply drop significant voltage over 18-gauge wire — a camera rated for 12V may see 10.5V at the camera end under load, triggering brownout resets. For long runs, use a higher-voltage power supply (24VAC or 48VDC) and step down at the camera. UL-listed surveillance power supplies (Altronix) publish voltage-drop tables.

Cable Jacket Rating

Indoor Cat6 is rated CM (communications); plenum-rated CMP is required for above-drop-ceiling runs per NFPA 70. Outdoor/direct-burial Ethernet is a different product (CMX, direct-burial gel-filled). Mixing jacket ratings causes code violations and fire inspector rejections. Always spec by run environment, not lowest-cost SKU.

Technology Stack

The specs and acronyms that actually affect outdoor performance.

NEMA vs IP Rating Systems

NEMA is the US enclosure standard (NEMA 1-13); IP is the international standard (IP00-IP68). Rough crosswalk: NEMA 4 ≈ IP66, NEMA 4X ≈ IP66 + corrosion, NEMA 6 ≈ IP67. Some spec sheets list both; when only one is given, the crosswalk is approximate. For coastal, industrial, and food-processing environments, specify NEMA 4X or IP66 + stainless steel.

C-Mount vs CS-Mount Lenses

C-mount: 17.526mm flange focal distance. CS-mount: 12.5mm flange. CS cameras accept both lens types (C lenses need a 5mm adapter ring); C cameras accept only C lenses. Most modern box cameras are CS-mount for lens flexibility. Lens thread is 1-inch × 32 TPI on both.

F-Stop / Iris

F-stop = focal length ÷ aperture diameter. Lower F-stop (wider aperture) means more light, better low-light performance, shallower depth of field. F1.4 is very low-light capable; F1.8 is common commercial spec. P-iris (precise iris) lenses auto-adjust aperture based on scene lighting — reduces over-exposure during day, improves low-light at night.

850nm vs 940nm IR

IR illuminators at 850nm are more energy-efficient and the sensitivity of most camera IR-cut filters peaks here — but 850nm produces a faint visible red glow from the LEDs. 940nm is invisible to human eye but requires ~2x the power or shorter effective range. Many covert-deployment cameras are re-tuned for 940nm sensitivity.

UL-Listed Power Supplies

Underwriters Laboratories listed power supplies meet safety standards for overcurrent, overvoltage, and enclosure isolation. UL 294 specifies additional requirements for access control; UL 603 for security burglary; UL 1310 for Class 2 power. Insurance and code requirements increasingly specify UL-listed supplies — particularly in commercial and institutional installations.

Plenum vs Riser vs PVC Cable

Plenum-rated (CMP) cable uses low-smoke FEP jacket for use above suspended ceilings where smoke spreads through return-air plenums. Riser (CMR) is for vertical shaft runs between floors. PVC (CM) is for open office runs only. Using CM in plenum spaces violates NFPA 70 — costly inspector rejection if caught.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

New Construction Retrofit

Cat6A plenum cable pulled to camera locations with proper service loops, 2-gang electrical boxes at each dome location with weatherproof backbox, Cat6A patch panel at the IDF, UL-listed power supplies for any 12V/24V camera, labeled and tested before cameras are mounted.

Coastal / Corrosive Environment

NEMA 4X stainless-steel enclosures for outdoor cameras, 316-grade stainless brackets, silicone dielectric grease on every connector, hot-dipped galvanized or powder-coated steel poles. Budget 15-25% more on accessories vs. standard outdoor — and plan for 3-5 year inspection cycles rather than 10.

Box-Camera LPR Application

Box camera with 50-150mm telephoto lens, dedicated 850nm IR illuminator at same height as camera, pole-mount bracket with junction box, UL power supply for camera + illuminator. LPR-specific enclosures with anti-reflective glass to avoid nighttime IR bloom. Typical deployment: dedicated lane camera, not general-purpose surveillance.

Parking Garage Retrofit

Existing analog coax cable replaced via NVT Phybridge or similar PoE-over-coax, vandal-resistant dome enclosures at ground level, low-profile bullet cameras on ceiling, LED-plus-IR-compatible illuminators to handle harsh fluorescent lighting. Enclosures rated for vehicle-exhaust environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need the OEM bracket for my camera, or will a generic bracket work?

For most commercial installations, specify the OEM bracket. Brand-specific brackets include proper cable routing, gasketed weather seals, and mounting-hole patterns matched to the camera — which matters more than the cost savings of a generic bracket. Generic brackets are acceptable for indoor standard-dome cameras on flat surfaces; for outdoor, vandal-rated, or pendant applications, use OEM.

What NEMA rating do I need for outdoor camera enclosures?

NEMA 4 for most weather-exposed deployments (driving rain, snow). NEMA 4X for coastal, industrial, or food-processing environments (adds corrosion resistance — typically stainless steel or fiberglass construction). NEMA 6 for temporary submersion or flood-prone areas. The IP-rating equivalent is IP66 for NEMA 4, IP66 + corrosion for NEMA 4X, IP67 for NEMA 6.

How do I choose the right lens focal length for a box camera?

Work backward from the scene. Identify the farthest point you need identification-grade coverage, use our DORI guide to calculate required pixels-per-foot at that distance, and match lens focal length + sensor size to deliver that PPF. A 4mm lens on a 1/3" sensor covers ~60° horizontal FOV; a 12mm lens on the same sensor covers ~20°. Wide FOV = shorter identification distance.

What's the difference between 850nm and 940nm IR illuminators?

850nm is more energy-efficient — you get more effective range per watt — but produces a faint visible red glow from the LEDs. 940nm is truly invisible to the human eye but requires about 2x the power for equivalent range, and many cameras have lower sensor sensitivity at 940nm. For deterrent visibility or cost-efficient long-range, 850nm; for covert applications, 940nm.

Can I power an IP camera with a generic 12V wall-wart?

Not for a commercial deployment. Generic wall-warts are unregulated, not UL-listed for security applications, and typically don't include surge protection. Use a UL-listed surveillance power supply (Altronix AL series, UL 294 or UL 603) with battery backup where required. PoE is preferred when possible — single cable, centralized power management, UPS-backed.

What cable jacket rating do I need for in-ceiling runs?

Plenum-rated (CMP) cable is required for any run through a return-air plenum space above suspended ceilings (most commercial buildings). Riser (CMR) for vertical shafts between floors. PVC (CM) for open office spaces only. Using non-plenum cable in a plenum space is a fire-code violation under NFPA 70 and will be rejected by inspectors. Budget plenum cable for any building where you're not 100% sure of the return-air path.

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Vivotek IP9165-LPC-V2 2MP License Plate Box Camera

Vivotek IP9165-LPC-V2 2MP License Plate Capture Camera

Vivotek IP9165-LPRKIT-S-V2 License Plate Recognition Box Cam

Vivotek IP9165-LPRKIT-S-V2 License Plate Recognition Camera

Vivotek LTEM-NV9X21P LTE Cellular Connectivity Module

Vivotek SAA04 Directional Panel Antenna

Vivotek SDSDQAS4-128G 128GB Industrial MicroSD Card

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Vivotek SDSDQAS5-256G 256GB Industrial microSD Card

Vivotek SDSDQAS5-512G 512GB Industrial microSD Card

Vivotek Vortex FE912 H 1Y 12MP Indoor WDR Pro Fisheye Microphone IP Camera

Vivotek Vortex MS930 EHV 1Y 8MP Outdoor WDR Pro Fixed Microphone IP Camera

Vivotek WD142PURP 14TB SATA Surveillance Hard Drive

Vivotek WD23PURZ 2TB SATA Surveillance Hard Drive

Vivotek WIFIM-NV9X21P M.2 WiFi Module

WD Purple Pro 10TB SATA Surveillance Drive

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