1x Hikvision Darkfighter 2MP 1080P 100m IR ANPR Bullet Camera iDS-2CD7A26G0/P-IZHSY 2.8mm - 12mm

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What resolution and frame rate does this camera record at?
It captures Full HD 2MP video (1920 × 1080) and can record at up to 50/60 fps, so motion and number-plate detail stay sharp even at higher frame rates.

2. Is this a DarkFighter camera — will it work in very low light?
Yes. It uses Hikvision’s DarkFighter technology and a very sensitive sensor, which gives excellent low-light performance so you get usable colour and detail where ordinary cameras go noisy or pale.

3. Does it do ANPR/licence-plate recognition on the camera itself?
Yes — the camera has embedded deep-learning ANPR (LPR) algorithms capable of capturing and recognising plates (with blocklist/allowlist support and metadata), so the camera can perform plate tasks without needing extra external ANPR software.

4. How far can it see at night (IR range)?
For the 2.8–12 mm lens version, the smart IR gives effective illumination to about 50 m; the longer-range 8–32 mm variant uses IR up to 100 m. Real-world range depends on reflectivity, weather and mounting.

5. What lens and field of view does the 2.8–12 mm model give me?
The motorised varifocal 2.8–12 mm lens covers a wide horizontal FOV from about 114.5° (wide) down to 41.8° (tele) — useful for both broad scene coverage and tighter lane views when zoomed. The datasheet also lists precise DORI distances for detect/recognise/identify performance.

6. How is the camera powered — does it support PoE?
Yes — it supports both 12 V DC and PoE (IEEE 802.3at, Type 2). That makes installation flexible: run a PoE switch/injector or power it from a 12 V supply.

7. Is the camera weatherproof and vandal resistant?
Absolutely — it’s rated IP67 for dust/water resistance and IK10 for impact protection, so it’s built for outdoor roadside and checkpoint use.

8. How accurate is the plate recognition and how fast can vehicles be moving?
Under recommended installation and lighting, the datasheet lists plate recognition accuracy ≥98% and capture rate ≥99% and supports vehicle capture speeds up to 120 km/h (front/checkpoint installation) or 80 km/h for side installs.

9. Will it work with my existing NVR or VMS? Any compatibility caveats?
The camera supports common network protocols and open APIs (ONVIF/profile support and Hikvision SDKs), so it integrates with many NVRs/VMS. However, advanced ANPR features (plate database searching / built-in LPR management) may require a compatible Hikvision recorder or specific VMS that understands the camera’s ANPR metadata — check the recorder/VMS ANPR compatibility before buying.

10. Any quick tips for installing for the best ANPR results?
Yes — follow Hikvision’s installation table: mount height, vertical angle and trigger distance matter. For example, the 2.8–12 mm setup shows suggested lens heights and angles (low side mounts for lane capture and specific capture ranges) — positioning the camera at the recommended height and angle dramatically improves plate capture rates. Refer to the datasheet’s installation table when planning mounting.

11. What warranty and support are included?

When purchased through an authorised Hikvision partner, like CCTVTEK, the product comes with a 3-year warranty. We also provide ongoing technical support to assist you throughout the warranty period and beyond.