ACTi E217 2MP Box Camera Day/Night Advanced WDR

ACTi E217 2MP Box Camera Day/Night Advanced WDR

Overview

The ACTi E217 is a 2MP fixed-lens box camera designed for medium-range indoor surveillance where mixed lighting and space constraints demand a compact footprint. The E217 combines Day/Night capability with advanced WDR to capture usable detail across scenes with extreme brightness variations—windows, doorways, and transitions between bright exterior and dim interior spaces. Built for retrofit installations and tight ceiling cavities where bullet or turret designs don't fit, it operates on PoE (802.3af) power, eliminating separate AC runs.

Compatibility

The E217 integrates into any IP-based network video management system supporting ONVIF or ACTi protocols. Gigabit Ethernet connectivity works with standard surveillance platforms, cloud-connected recording solutions, and enterprise VMS deployments across retail, office, education, and small commercial facilities. As an IP camera, it requires a network switch with available PoE ports; verify your switch has sufficient 802.3af budget if deploying multiple units.

Installation Notes

Power consumption is minimal under PoE (802.3af) limits, simplifying integration into existing network infrastructure without additional wiring. The compact box form factor fits into constrained ceiling spaces and wall cavities; confirm mounting bracket availability for your installation surface before purchase. No external IR illuminators are required—Day/Night circuitry handles the transition automatically. Position the camera to minimize direct backlight if WDR performance appears constrained in very high-contrast scenarios.