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What is the Uniview Starlight PTZ Dome camera?
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The Uniview Starlight PTZ Dome is a network security camera that combines high-resolution imaging, Pan-Tilt-Zoom control and advanced low-light (Starlight) technology for 24/7 surveillance.
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How does Starlight technology improve low-light performance?
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Starlight technology uses a large sensor and specialized image processing to deliver full-color video in ultra-low illumination (as low as 0.005 Lux), ensuring clear night-time images without IR glare.
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What video resolution does the Uniview Starlight PTZ Dome support?
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It supports up to 4 MP (2688 × 1520) resolution at 30 fps, providing sharp detail for identification and evidence-grade footage.
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What optical zoom range is available on this PTZ dome?
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The camera features up to 32× optical zoom, enabling close-up views of distant subjects without sacrificing image quality.
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What is the minimum illumination required for color imaging?
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With Starlight enabled, the camera can capture color images at just 0.005 Lux; IR illumination drops minimum to 0 Lux for monochrome night vision.
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What Pan-Tilt-Zoom range and speed does it offer?
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It provides 360° endless pan and –5° to 90° tilt, with pan speeds up to 240°/s and tilt speeds up to 100°/s for rapid area coverage.
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Is the Uniview Starlight PTZ Dome suitable for outdoor use?
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Yes. It is rated IP67 for dust/water protection and IK10 for vandal resistance, making it ideal for harsh outdoor environments.
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Does this PTZ dome support infrared (IR) illumination?
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Yes. Built-in IR LEDs provide up to 100 meters of night vision for clear monochrome imaging in complete darkness.
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What wide dynamic range (WDR) capability does it have?
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It offers 120 dB true WDR to balance bright and dark regions in the same scene for consistent image clarity under challenging lighting.
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Which video compression formats are supported?
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The camera supports H.265+, H.265, H.264 and MJPEG, optimizing bandwidth and storage while maintaining image quality.
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Does the Uniview Starlight PTZ Dome support intelligent analytics?
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Yes. It provides smart functions such as motion detection, line crossing, intrusion detection and optional face detection for proactive alerts.
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How can I access the camera remotely?
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You can view live and recorded video via Uniview’s EZStation PC client, EZView mobile app or standard web browsers using secure credentials.
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Does this camera support PoE or PoE+?
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Yes. It supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ for simplified deployment with single-cable power and data transmission.
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What storage options are available?
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The camera accepts microSD cards up to 256 GB, supports FTP/NAS backups and seamlessly integrates with Uniview NVRs or cloud storage solutions.
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Is the Uniview Starlight PTZ Dome ONVIF-compliant?
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Yes. It complies with ONVIF Profiles S, G and Q, ensuring interoperability with third-party VMS and recording devices.
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What warranty coverage does Uniview offer for this camera?
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Uniview provides a standard three-year warranty covering manufacturing defects and hardware failures under normal operating conditions.