ACTi - B21 - 5 Megapixel Day/Night Indoor/Outdoor Box Camera, 5.2-62.4mm Lens
Product Overview
The ACTi B21 is a 5MP day/night box camera designed for versatile indoor and outdoor surveillance applications. It combines high-resolution imaging, a 12x optical zoom lens, H.264 video compression, PoE support, and audio capability for flexible security monitoring.
Key Configuration
5MP day/night box camera; indoor and outdoor surveillance use; 12x optical zoom lens; f5.2-62.4mm focal length with F1.8-F3.0 aperture; DC iris and auto focus; H.264 video compression; PoE and audio support.
Key Features
• 5MP resolution delivers clear and detailed video monitoring
• Day/night functionality supports continuous surveillance in varied lighting
• 12x optical zoom lens captures distant details with flexible framing
• f5.2-62.4mm lens with F1.8-F3.0 aperture, DC iris, and auto focus
• Basic WDR improves visibility in mixed bright and dark scenes
• H.264 compression supports efficient video transmission and storage
• Event triggering enables customizable security responses
Technical Context
The B21 combines megapixel imaging with a motorized zoom lens configuration for applications that require both wide coverage and closer subject detail. Basic WDR helps balance high-contrast scenes, while H.264 compression reduces bandwidth and storage demands compared with less efficient video formats.
Installation Notes
PoE support can simplify installation by carrying power and network connectivity over a single Ethernet cable. For outdoor deployments, the camera should be installed with an appropriate protective housing, mount, and weather-rated cabling accessories.
| Product Information | |
| SKU | B21 |
| Manufacturer | ACTi |
| Features | Auto Gain Control, Automatic White Balance, Day/Night, Digital Noise Reduction, Flickerless, Motion Detection Tracking, ONVIF, Wide Dynamic Range |
| Camera Signal | Network IP |
| Connection Type | Wired |
| Infrared Distance | Non Infrared |
| Resolution | 5 Megapixel |
| Lens Type | Motorized Zoom |
| Lens Size | 12X |
| Mount Type | Bracket Required |
| Compression Method | H.264, M-JPEG |
| Durability | Indoor |
| Voltage | 12vDC, PoE |
| Technical Specifications | |
| Dimensions (W x H) | 81 mm x 71 mm x 176 mm (3.2" x 2.8" x 6.9") |
| Electronic Shutter | 1/5 ~ 1/2,000 sec (manual mode); 1/5 ~ 1/10,000 sec (auto mode) |
| Image Device | 1/3.2'' Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Minimum Scene Illumination | Color: 0.1 lux at F1.8 (30 IRE, 2400°K); B/W: 0.05 lux at F1.8 (30 IRE, 2400°K) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% ~ 85% RH |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C ~ 50°C (14°F ~ 122°F) |
| Power Consumption | PoE: 5.28 W, DC12V: 4.08 W |
| Protocols | TCP, UDP, HTTP, HTTPS, DHCP, PPPoE, RTP, RTSP, IPv6, DNS, DDNS, NTP, ICMP, ARP, IGMP, SMTP, FTP, UPnP, SNMP, Bonjour, Sony VISCA, Pelco D, Pelco P |
| Zoom Ratio | 12x optical |
| Angle of View | 48.4° ~ 4.8° |
| Motion Detection Tracking | 3 regions |
| Automatic White Balance | automatic, hold, and manual |
| Supported Features | |
| Audio | Yes |
| Auto Gain Control | Yes |
| Day/Night | Yes |
| Digital Noise Reduction | Yes |
| Automatic White Balance | Yes |
| Flickerless | Yes |
| Motion Detection Tracking | Yes |
| Wide Dynamic Range | Yes |
| Mirror | Yes |
| ONVIF | Yes |
