Avigilon H6SL Dome Camera

Avigilon Unity and Alta H6SL Dome Cameras deliver sharp WDR imaging, IR night vision options, built-in analytics, and strong security—available as on-prem Unity or cloud-managed Alta for scalable multi-site CCTV.
  • One camera family, two deployment paths: Choose Avigilon Unity H6SL Dome for on-prem VMS control (local recording, LAN performance) or Avigilon Alta H6SL Dome for cloud-managed video (remote access, faster multi-site rollout) — both built on the same H6SL hardware platform for a consistent experience.
  • Sharper evidence in real-world lighting: High-detail imaging with wide dynamic range for challenging scenes (bright entrances, shadows, headlights), plus IR-assisted night vision options to keep faces, clothing and vehicle details usable after hours.
  • Smarter security with lower workload: Built-in analytics help you find what matters faster (people/vehicle events, motion intelligence, tamper alerts) so operators spend less time scrubbing footage and more time responding — while secure device features help protect footage and access.
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High-resolution detail for clear identification

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Clear monitoring in low light and at night

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Wide dynamic range for harsh backlight scenes

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Tamper-resistant dome for public-facing areas

Key Features

Resolution

Avigilon Unity H6SL Dome Camera • Available resolutions: 2 MP (16:9), 3 MP (4:3), 5 MP (4:3), 8 MP / 4K (16:9) • Max streaming resolution (H×V): 1920×1080 (2 MP), 2048×1536 (3 MP), 2592×1944 (5 MP), 3840×2160 (8 MP) • Image sensors: 1/2.8″ progressive scan CMOS (2/3/5 MP), 1/1.8″ progressive scan CMOS (8 MP) • Max frame rate (50 Hz / 60 Hz): 2 MP up to 50 / 60 fps, 3/5/8 MP up to 25 / 30 fps • Video compression: H.264 HDSM SmartCodec™, H.265 HDSM SmartCodec™, Motion JPEG • Bandwidth management: HDSM SmartCodec™ + idle scene mode • Network: 100BASE-TX Ethernet (CAT5, RJ45)

 

Avigilon Alta H6SL Dome Camera • Available resolutions: 2 MP (16:9), 3 MP (4:3), 5 MP (4:3) • Max streaming resolution (H×V): 1920×1080 (2 MP), 2048×1536 (3 MP), 2592×1944 (5 MP) • Image sensor: 1/2.8″ progressive scan CMOS • Max frame rate: up to 30 fps • Video compression: H.264, Motion JPEG • Network: 100BASE-TX Ethernet (CAT5, RJ45)

IR Illumination

Avigilon Unity H6SL Dome Camera • IR night vision on IR models • Automatic day/nightIR cut filter850 nm high-power IR LEDs • Max IR distance (dome): 2 MP: 30 m full-tele / 20 m full-wide, 3/5/8 MP: 40 m full-tele / 25 m full-wide • With IR: 0 lux (monochrome)

 

Avigilon Alta H6SL Dome Camera • IR night vision on IR models • Automatic day/nightIR cut filter850 nm high-power IR LEDs • Max IR distance (dome): 30 m full-tele / 20 m full-wide • With IR: 0 lux (monochrome)

Dynamic Range

Avigilon Unity H6SL Dome Camera • HDR/WDR Off: 83 dB • HDR/WDR On: 126 dB (2 MP) or 130 dB (3/5/8 MP)3D noise reduction supported

 

Avigilon Alta H6SL Dome Camera • HDR Off: 83 dB • HDR On: 126 dB (2 MP) or 130 dB (3/5 MP)3D noise reduction supported

Artificial Intelligence

Avigilon Unity H6SL Dome CameraAI-powered video analytics with classified object detection • Classified object types (model/mode dependent): person and vehicleTeach-By-Example supported when used with Avigilon Unity/ACC • Supports advanced search capabilities such as Appearance Search (with supported VMS/server hardware) and Facial Recognition support in supported Avigilon Unity deployments

 

Avigilon Alta H6SL Dome CameraReal-time intelligent analytics with alerts for people, vehicles, and anomalies • Attribute-based search filters including vehicle sub-types (small/medium, large, two-wheeled, unclassified) and color filters • Person search filters including clothing color, plus fall detection (search only) and bag status (search only) • Optional licensed analytics can include license plate matching and face watchlists (where enabled/approved)

Analytics

Avigilon Unity H6SL Dome Camera • Supported analytic events include: Objects in Area, Object Loitering, Objects Crossing Beam, Object Appears/Enters Area (counting), Object Not Present, Objects Enter/Leave (threshold), Object Stops, Object Too Close, Direction Violated, Tamper Detection • Indoor vs outdoor classified object sets (indoor: person; outdoor: person + vehicles such as car/truck/bicycle/motorcycle/bus) • Onboard storage: microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC (Class V10 or better recommended; up to 1.5 TB tested) • Audio: G.711 / Opus support; optional microphone accessory for indoor dome; line-level audio I/O and alarm I/O terminals

 

Avigilon Alta H6SL Dome Camera • Analytic rules supported include: Anomaly (unusual time of day/location/velocity/sound), Appearance, Loitering, Line crossing (uni/bi-directional), Counts (above/below threshold), Line-Crossing Count (enter/leave) • Optional licensed rules can include License Plate Detection and Sound-based rules (requires compatible devices where applicable) • Cloud storage retention options by model: 30 / 60 / 120 / 365 days • Platform compatibility: Alta Aware; can run Avigilon Unity firmware for Avigilon Unity ACC and ONVIF/3rd-party VMS interoperability

Cybersecurity

Avigilon Unity H6SL Dome CameraPassword protectionHTTPS encryption • Digest & WS authentication • User access log • 802.1X port-based authentication • FIPS 140-2 cryptography with onboard FIPS 140-2 Level 3–certified TPMSecure BootSigned & encrypted firmware • ONVIF profiles S / T / G / M • Secure streaming support includes SRTP (where configured)

 

Avigilon Alta H6SL Dome CameraPassword protectionHTTPS encryption • ONVIF profiles S / T / G / M available when running Avigilon Unity firmware • Network hardening features include HSTS support (where configured)

Casing

Avigilon Unity H6SL Dome Camera • Form factors: Indoor dome and Outdoor dome options • Impact rating: IK10 (all models) • Environmental rating: Indoor IP52; Outdoor IP66/IP67 + NEMA Type 4X • Materials: polycarbonate dome bubble/body/housing • Finish: injection molded, Pantone 427C • Adjustment range: 360° pan, 30°–95° tilt (recommended), 8°–95° tilt (maximum), ±180° azimuth • Dimensions (dome): Surface Ø156×H116 mm; In-ceiling Ø174×H165 mm; Pendant Ø156×H161 mm • Weight: 0.81 kg (surface) / 0.80 kg (in-ceiling) / 1.07 kg (pendant) • Operating temperature: Indoor −10°C to +60°C; Outdoor −40°C to +60°C • Power: PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3 • Typical max draw (dome): 10 W max (8 W with IR disabled/no IR)

 

Avigilon Alta H6SL Dome Camera • Same dome hardware options for indoor/outdoor deployments • Impact rating: IK10 • Environmental rating: Indoor IP52; Outdoor IP66/IP67 + NEMA Type 4X • Mounting: surface / in-ceiling / pendant options • Operating temperature: Indoor −10°C to +60°C; Outdoor −40°C to +60°C • Power: PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 3 • Typical max draw (dome): 10 W max (8 W with IR disabled/no IR)

Warranty

Avigilon Unity H6SL Dome Camera5-year warranty
Avigilon Alta H6SL Dome CameraUp to 10-year warranty with Active Aware License

Avigilon Unity & Alta H6SL Dome Cameras Overview

The Avigilon H6SL Dome range is built for sites that need reliable identification-quality video, smarter alerts, and flexible deployment—whether you want a traditional on-prem VMS (Avigilon Unity Video / ACC) or a cloud-native experience (Avigilon Alta Aware). Across the line, you can choose the right clarity for your risk profile: Unity H6SL domes scale from 2 MP / 3 MP / 5 MP up to 8 MP (4K), while Alta H6SL domes are available in 2 MP / 3 MP / 5 MP variants. Image quality is tuned for real-world lighting—HDR/WDR up to 130 dB (model dependent), plus varifocal 3.4–10.5 mm remote zoom/focus with P-iris and Corridor Mode for hallways. For after-hours coverage, IR models use 850 nm IR with dome ranges up to 40 m (Unity, model dependent) or 30 m (Alta) to keep details usable in low light. Operationally, both platforms focus on faster incident response: Unity H6SL brings AI-powered analytics, efficient streaming with H.264/H.265 HDSM SmartCodec, plus optional onboard microSD storage and enterprise hardening (including FIPS 140-2, TPM, Secure Boot, and signed/encrypted firmware). Alta H6SL pairs the same camera family with cloud access anywhere, real-time analytic rules (e.g., appearance/loitering/line crossing/counting, plus licensed options like license plate and face/watchlist features), and SKU options aligned to 30/60/120/365 days of cloud storage retention—ideal for multi-site rollouts. Finally, the domes are built for harsh environments with IK10 impact resistance, and outdoor variants rated IP66/IP67 and NEMA Type 4X with operating temperatures down to -40°C—backed by 5-year warranty on Unity and up to 10-year warranty on Alta with an Active Aware License.

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