HiLook PTZ-N2404I-DE3 4MP 4x Network PTZ Camera

The HiLook PTZ-N2404I-DE3 is a compact 4MP network PTZ camera designed for professional CCTV applications requiring remote pan, tilt and optical zoom control. It combines high-resolution 2560 x 1440 imaging with a motorised 2.8-12mm lens, 4x optical zoom, 16x digital zoom, Powered-by-DarkFighter low-light technology, 120dB True WDR and infrared night vision up to 20m.

The camera can be remotely repositioned through a compatible surveillance system, allowing installers and users to adjust the viewing direction and zoom level rather than relying on a permanently fixed field of view. Its compact speed-dome design, PoE support, built-in microphone and IP66 / IK10 protection make it suitable for a wide range of indoor and outdoor CCTV installations.

4MP High-Resolution Network Video

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 provides a maximum video resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels, delivering 4MP surveillance footage with substantially more image detail than standard 1080p Full HD.

This additional resolution can be useful when monitoring entrances, driveways, commercial premises, offices, warehouses and other areas where identifying visual detail is important.

The camera supports multiple video streams, allowing the surveillance system to use different stream settings for live viewing, recording and remote access according to the network and recorder configuration.

2.8-12mm Motorised Lens with 4x Optical Zoom

The camera incorporates a motorised 2.8-12mm varifocal lens providing 4x optical zoom.

At the wider end of the lens range, the camera can monitor a broad scene. The operator can then optically zoom towards a smaller area when closer observation is required.

Because this is optical zoom, the lens physically changes focal length rather than simply enlarging existing pixels on the screen.

The optical lens can move from wide to telephoto in approximately two seconds.

16x Digital Zoom

In addition to its 4x optical zoom, the PTZ-N2404I-DE3 supports up to 16x digital zoom.

Digital zoom can be useful when examining part of an image during live viewing or playback, although image detail available through digital enlargement remains dependent on the original recorded resolution and image quality.

Motorised Pan and Tilt Control

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 provides motorised pan and tilt movement, allowing the camera view to be repositioned remotely through a compatible NVR, client application or supported surveillance interface.

The camera supports proportional zoom, helping coordinate PTZ movement with the current zoom position for more controlled operation.

It also supports power-off memory, allowing supported PTZ status information to be retained following an interruption to power.

300 PTZ Preset Positions

The camera supports up to 300 preset positions.

Presets allow commonly viewed locations to be saved so the operator can quickly return the camera to a predefined position rather than manually panning, tilting and zooming to that view every time.

This can be particularly useful for monitoring entrances, gates, loading areas, vehicle access points and other important positions around a site.

Powered-by-DarkFighter Low-Light Imaging

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 is promoted by HiLook as a Powered-by-DarkFighter camera, providing enhanced imaging performance in low-light environments.

The camera supports colour imaging down to very low illumination levels and automatically changes to its infrared-assisted night mode when required.

Actual low-light performance depends on the installed environment, available ambient light, camera settings, lens position and scene conditions.

Up to 20m Smart IR Night Vision

The camera provides infrared night vision with a manufacturer-specified maximum IR distance of 20m.

Smart IR functionality is supported to help manage infrared illumination when subjects are positioned at different distances from the camera.

The published 20m figure is a manufacturer specification measured under controlled conditions. Actual usable night-view distance can vary according to the environment, weather, surfaces, installation height and objects within the scene.

120dB True WDR

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 supports 120dB True Wide Dynamic Range.

WDR is designed to improve image visibility when a surveillance scene contains both very bright and very dark areas, such as an entrance with strong daylight behind a person or vehicle.

The camera also supports image-processing functions including Back Light Compensation, Highlight Compensation and 3D Digital Noise Reduction.

H.265+ Video Compression

The camera supports H.265+, H.265, H.264+ and H.264 compression for the main video stream.

H.265+ is designed to reduce bandwidth and storage requirements compared with less efficient compression methods when used with compatible recording equipment and suitable surveillance scenes.

Sub-stream and third-stream functionality is also supported for flexible network and remote-viewing configurations.

Built-In Microphone

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 includes a built-in microphone for capturing audio from the camera location.

The manufacturer specifies an approximate microphone pickup radius of up to 5m under suitable conditions.

Actual audio pickup quality and effective distance depend on background noise, installation environment, mounting position and surrounding surfaces.

External Audio Input and Output

In addition to the built-in microphone, the camera provides one line-level audio input and one line-level audio output.

These interfaces allow suitable external audio equipment to be integrated where required by the installation.

An external microphone or speaker is not stated as being included with the camera and should be selected separately where required.

Ethernet Network Connection

The camera provides one RJ45 10/100M Ethernet network connection.

Its wired network interface supports integration with compatible network video recorders, network switches and IP surveillance systems.

The camera does not rely on Wi-Fi for its primary network connection.

12V DC or PoE Power

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 supports both 12V DC power and IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet.

PoE allows compatible network data and camera power to be carried through the Ethernet infrastructure, helping reduce the need for a separate local power connection where a suitable PoE switch or NVR is available.

The manufacturer specifies a maximum power consumption of 9.9W when powered by 12V DC and up to 11.2W when powered by PoE, including the specified maximum IR-light load.

IP66 Weather Resistance

The camera is rated IP66 for resistance to dust and water ingress.

This makes it suitable for properly installed outdoor CCTV applications as well as indoor installations.

The complete installation must still use appropriate weatherproof cable connections, mounting hardware and installation methods.

IK10 Vandal Resistance

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 carries an IK10 impact-resistance rating.

This provides additional physical protection in locations where the camera could be exposed to accidental impact or deliberate interference.

Electrical Surge Protection

HiLook specifies TVS 4000V lightning protection together with surge protection and voltage-transient protection for the camera.

Correct installation practices and appropriate site-level electrical protection remain important, particularly for externally mounted cameras and network cabling.

Wide Operating Temperature Range

The camera is specified for operation between -20°C and +60°C with working humidity up to 90%.

This operating range supports use across a wide variety of UK indoor and outdoor CCTV applications when the camera has been correctly installed.

Compact 2-Inch Speed Dome Design

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 uses a compact two-inch network speed-dome format.

The camera body measures approximately 130.7mm in diameter by 101.7mm high.

The housing uses a combination of aluminium alloy, PC and PC+ABS materials to provide a compact but protected camera enclosure.

Local Storage Support

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 family includes an internal memory-card slot for compatible microSD, microSDHC or microSDXC storage.

The maximum supported capacity differs between current manufacturer-listed hardware revisions. The exact maximum card capacity should therefore be confirmed from the physical camera revision before a specific storage capacity is advertised or supplied.

The camera also supports compatible network storage and Automatic Network Replenishment for supported recording configurations.

Smart Event Detection

The PTZ-N2404I-DE3 supports core event functions including motion detection, video-tampering detection and system exception detection.

Supported advanced smart events depend on the exact hardware revision. Line crossing, intrusion, region entrance and region exit detection are supported across the current manufacturer-listed revisions.

Additional analytics should only be advertised after confirming whether the supplied camera is the F or G hardware revision.

Privacy Masking

The camera supports programmable privacy masking, allowing selected parts of a surveillance scene to be obscured where required.

This can be useful where an installation needs to avoid monitoring neighbouring property, private areas or other locations outside the intended surveillance zone.

HiLook PTZ-N2404I-DE3 Product Facts