Avigilon H5A Modular Camera
- Discreet modular coverage for tight spaces One main unit supports up to two imagers; choose Micro Bullet (up to 5MP, IP66) for ATMs/checkouts or Right Angle (3.7 mm pinhole) for ceilings/false walls.
- AI that helps you act faster Unity adds Next-Generation Video Analytics + Unusual Activity Detection (with system support for Appearance Search/Facial Recognition workflows), while Alta pairs with Alta Aware for cloud AI alerts (people, vehicles, anomalies).
- Cloud or on-prem—integrate easily Alta streamlines deployment with QR onboarding and an open API; Unity delivers efficient H.264/H.265 with HDSM SmartCodec™, ONVIF interoperability, and FIPS 140-2 compliance options.
Key Features
Resolution
Modular architecture: 1 main unit supports up to 2 imager modules (any mix). Right Angle imager (3MP): max stream 2128×1368 (also 1248×800, 528×336). Micro Bullet imager (3MP): max stream 2128×1536. Micro Bullet imager (5MP): max stream 2592×1944 (also 1920×1440, 1280×960, 640×480). Frame rate: up to 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz). Unity rates vary by combined resolution and mode (High Frame Rate vs Full Feature).
IR Illumination
No integrated IR illumination (use ambient/external lighting where required). Day/Night control: Automatic. Minimum illumination: 0.1 lux.
Dynamic Range
HDR/WDR On: up to 120 dB. HDR/WDR Off: up to 82 dB (imager spec).
Artificial Intelligence
Unity (on-prem): Embedded Next-Generation Video Analytics plus Unusual Activity Detection (UAD); supports higher-level Unity workflows (e.g., Appearance Search™ / Facial Recognition) where licensed and system-enabled. Alta (cloud): Uses Alta Aware intelligent analytics for real-time alerts (including people, vehicles, and anomalies).
Analytics
Unity: Pixel motion + classified object detection, plus tamper detection (main unit). Privacy masking: up to 64 privacy zones (main unit and imagers). Alta: Cloud analytics/notifications delivered through Alta Aware (event-driven alerts rather than manual monitoring).
Cybersecurity
Unity: Password protection, HTTPS encryption, digest & WS authentication, user access log, 802.1X; signed & encrypted firmware; optional FIPS 140-2 Level 1 mode (license) and FIPS 140-2 Level 3 (with accessory). Alta: Password protection and HTTPS encryption; supports modern secure streaming/transport (e.g., HTTPS/TLS). ONVIF: Profiles S/T/G/M are supported on the Unity platform; Alta lists ONVIF support when running Unity firmware.
Casing
Main unit: Aluminum body with stainless-steel bracket; compact form factor (105×123×34 mm body) and 13 W max (PoE 802.3af Class 3 or 12VDC). Environmental (main unit): −10°C to +60°C, 0–100% RH. Imager durability: Micro Bullet imager is IP66 (dust/water resistance); Right Angle imager is designed for discreet indoor concealment.
Warranty
Unity: 5-year limited warranty (extended warranty not available). Alta: 10-year warranty.
Avigilon Unity & Alta H5A Modular Cameras Overview
Avigilon’s H5A Modular platform is built for discreet coverage in tight or sensitive locations—think ATMs, retail checkouts, interview rooms and entrances—using a compact 2-port main unit (PoE 802.3af, 13 W max) that connects to one or two remote imager modules via HD-BNC coax (detachable cable options help speed up installs and place imagers exactly where you need them). Choose a Micro Bullet imager in 3MP or 5MP with a fixed 2.8 mm lens (and IP66 dust/water resistance), or a Right Angle 3MP fixed 3.7 mm pinhole imager for concealed ceiling/false-wall applications; across the range you get strong scene handling with HDR/WDR up to 120 dB and low-light performance around 0.1 lux, plus up to 64 privacy zones. For on-prem sites, the Unity H5A Modular works with Avigilon Unity Video / ACC, delivering multi-stream H.264/H.265 with HDSM SmartCodec™ and embedded Next-Generation Video Analytics plus Unusual Activity Detection (with support for advanced workflows like Appearance Search™ and Facial Recognition when licensed/implemented). For cloud-first deployments, the Alta H5A Modular connects to Alta Aware with QR onboarding, open API integration, and AI-driven alerts for people, vehicles and anomalies, with onboard retention SKUs available (listed as 30–365 days depending on the base unit) and ONVIF Profiles S/T/G/M support when configured appropriately.
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