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Capture Advance R2-HD5MPDME 5MP HD Analog (HDoC) Vandal Dome with 2.8mm Lens + IK10 + 66 ft IR

Model / Series: R2-HD5MPDME

The Capture Advance R2-HD5MPDME is a 5MP HD-over-coax vandal dome camera with 2.8mm fixed lens, multi-format AHD / TVI / CVI / CVBS output, 20 m / 66 ft built-in IR, IP66 weatherproof + IK10 vandal-resistant housing, UTC + joystick OSD, NDAA compliance, and 3-year warranty. The 5MP vandal-resistant HDoC dome for Chicago analog DVR upgrades at exposed positions — schools, public buildings, parking decks, retail entries on existing RG-59 / RG-6 coax.

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Capture Advance R2-HD5MPDME

Specifications

Brand
Capture Advance
Model
R2-HD5MPDME
Series
Capture Advance HD Analog (HDoC) Series
Camera Type
HD-over-coax (HDoC) outdoor vandal dome — analog multi-format
Resolution
5 MP (2592 × 1944)
Lens
2.8 mm fixed
Day/Night
Yes (auto, IR-cut filter)
IR Distance
20 m / 66 ft (built-in IR LED)
Supported Video Signals
AHD, TVI, CVI, CVBS — multi-format with auto-detect at compatible DVR
Output
BNC coaxial — works on existing RG-59 / RG-6 coax
OSD Control
UTC (up-the-coax) + joystick controllable OSD
Power
12 VDC
Environmental Protection
IP66 — outdoor weatherproof
Impact Resistance
IK10 — vandal-resistant
NDAA / TAA Compliance
NDAA compliant per Capture Advance documentation
Warranty
3 years (36 months)

Best Fit & Recommended For

✓ Schools and educational facilities — exposed exterior positions on existing analog DVR
✓ Public buildings, libraries, recreation centers — vandal-prone positions
✓ Parking decks and parking-garage exposed positions
✓ Retail entry / storefront positions where impact resistance matters
✓ Multi-tenant residential / property management exposed positions
✓ HOA common areas at Chicago properties
✓ Restaurant and hospitality exterior positions
✓ Government and municipal buildings on existing coax
✓ Phased migration sites where vandal-resistant analog upgrades are needed
✓ NDAA-compliant analog upgrades for federal grant or government-funded projects

Capture Advance R2-HD5MPDME — 5MP HDoC Vandal Dome for Exposed Analog DVR Positions

The Capture Advance R2-HD5MPDME is a 5MP HD-over-coax outdoor vandal dome from Capture Advance — ADI’s private-label brand. Features include 2.8 mm fixed lens, multi-format AHD / TVI / CVI / CVBS output, 20 m / 66 ft built-in IR, IP66 weatherproof + IK10 vandal-resistant housing, UTC + joystick OSD, 12 VDC power, NDAA compliance, and a 3-year warranty. The 5MP vandal-resistant HDoC dome for Chicago analog DVR upgrades at exposed and vandal-prone positions — schools, public buildings, parking decks, retail entries — preserving existing RG-59 / RG-6 coax cabling.

Why IK10 + IP66 Matters

RatingWhat it toleratesWhere it matters
IP66Direct rain, snow, sleet, dustAll outdoor positions
IK105 kg / 11 lb impact — bats, bricks, kicks, vehicle bumpsSchools, parking decks, public buildings, exposed corridors

Standard turrets and bullets without IK rating fail at vandal-prone positions. The R2-HD5MPDME’s IK10 + IP66 combination is the right pick when impact resistance is a real-world concern.

R2-HD5MPDME vs. Other 5MP HDoC Domes / Turrets

FeatureR2-HD5MPDME (this)R2-HD5MPMODMR2-HD5MPEYE
FormVandal domeVandal domeTurret / eyeball
Vandal ratingIK10IK10None
Lens2.8 mm fixed2.8–12 mm motorized varifocal2.8 mm fixed
IR distance66 ft98 ft66 ft
Best fitVandal-prone fixed-scene positionsVandal-prone scene-flexible positionsProtected indoor / soffit ceilings

Choose the R2-HD5MPDME for fixed 2.8 mm vandal-prone positions at lower cost. Choose the R2-HD5MPMODM for vandal-prone positions where scene-flexible focal length matters. Choose the R2-HD5MPEYE for protected ceiling positions where IK10 isn’t required.

Where the R2-HD5MPDME Wins in Chicago

  • Schools and educational facilities — Chicago Public Schools, charter campus — exposed exterior positions
  • Public buildings, libraries, recreation centers at municipal Chicago properties
  • Parking decks and parking-garage exposed level positions
  • Retail entry / storefront positions where impact resistance matters
  • Multi-tenant residential / property management exposed corridors and exteriors
  • HOA common areas — clubhouse exteriors, mail kiosks, pool-area perimeters
  • Restaurant and hospitality exterior positions on existing coax DVRs
  • Government and municipal buildings with NDAA + vandal-resistance requirements

Local Chicago Coverage

Vidimost installs the R2-HD5MPDME across the full city of Chicago — downtown Loop to the neighborhood corridors.

Migration Path to IP

When the project needs AI analytics, cloud-direct architecture, signed-firmware cybersecurity, or 4K resolution, the Axis P3267-LVE 5MP outdoor vandal dome, Axis P3287-LVE (premium AI vandal dome with Live Privacy Shield), or Hanwha QND-A8083RV AI vandal dome are the typical step-ups. For phased migration, the Axis P7304 HD analog encoder preserves the camera investment.

Professional Installation by Vidimost

Vidimost LLC installs Capture Advance HDoC vandal domes across Chicago for budget-tier analog upgrades at vandal-prone positions. Full-scope service includes site walkthrough, DVR 5MP compatibility verification, BNC + power cable testing, mounting (wall, ceiling, soffit), tamper-resistant fastener installation, camera commissioning, OSD configuration via UTC, and operator training. Contact us for a free site walkthrough and quote.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does IK10 vandal resistance mean and when do I need it? +
**IK10** is the highest impact-resistance rating in the IEC 62262 standard — withstands a 5 kg / 11 lb mass dropped from 40 cm onto the housing without functional damage. Translation: the dome housing tolerates baseball-bat impacts, brick throws, kicks, and accidental vehicle bumps. **Where IK10 matters in Chicago**: school exteriors, public buildings, libraries, recreation centers, parking decks, multi-tenant residential corridors, retail storefronts, restaurant exteriors, and any position where the camera could be tampered with or impacted. The R2-HD5MPDME's IK10 + IP66 combination makes it the right vandal-prone-position pick from this product family.
Will the R2-HD5MPDME work with my existing analog DVR? +
Yes — if your DVR supports **5MP recording on at least one of AHD / TVI / CVI**. The R2-HD5MPDME is multi-format (AHD, TVI, CVI, CVBS) — auto-detected by the DVR. Modern HD analog DVRs from Hikvision Turbo HD, Dahua HDCVI, Uniview, and most generic 4-in-1 DVRs support 5MP. Older 1080p-only DVRs will fall back to 1080p mode (loses 5MP benefit) or CVBS mode (loses HD entirely). Our site walkthrough verifies DVR resolution capability before quoting.
How does the R2-HD5MPDME compare to the [R2-HD5MPMODM](/products/video-surveillance/cameras/capture-advance-hd5mpmodm/) (5MP motorized dome)? +
Same 5MP resolution, same multi-format HDoC architecture, same IP66 + IK10 vandal-resistant housing — but the **R2-HD5MPMODM** has a **2.8–12 mm motorized varifocal lens** and **30 m / 98 ft IR distance** (vs. 2.8 mm fixed lens + 66 ft IR on this R2-HD5MPDME). The motorized varifocal lets you adjust focal length remotely after install — important for **scene-specific framing** on vandal-prone positions where physical lens adjustment is impractical (high-mount school exteriors, parking-deck rotation positions). Choose the **R2-HD5MPDME** for general 2.8 mm wide-angle vandal-prone positions at lower cost. Choose the **R2-HD5MPMODM** for scene-flexible vandal-resistant positions where remote zoom matters.
How does the R2-HD5MPDME compare to the [R2-HD5MPEYE](/products/video-surveillance/cameras/capture-advance-hd5mpeye/) (5MP turret)? +
Both are 5MP HDoC ceiling-form-factor cameras. **R2-HD5MPDME (this)** is a **vandal-resistant dome with IK10 housing** — the dome bubble protects the camera ball from impact. **R2-HD5MPEYE** is a **standard turret / eyeball** — clean ceiling-mount form but **no vandal rating**. Choose the **R2-HD5MPDME** for exposed / vandal-prone positions (schools, public buildings, parking decks, exteriors). Choose the **R2-HD5MPEYE** for protected indoor / soffit positions where IK10 isn't required and the lower cost matters.
Is the R2-HD5MPDME NDAA compliant? +
Yes — per Capture Advance documentation, the R2-HD5MPDME is NDAA Section 889 compliant. This makes it eligible for federal-grant-funded projects, government-adjacent facilities, schools (which often have NDAA contractual requirements), and properties with NDAA mandates. Always verify current NDAA documentation matches your project's specific compliance date and exclusion list.
Where does the R2-HD5MPDME win in Chicago projects? +
Best-fit Chicago positions: **(1) Schools and educational facilities** — Chicago Public Schools, CPS and charter campuses for vandal-prone exteriors; **(2) Public buildings, libraries, recreation centers** at municipal Chicago properties; **(3) Parking decks and parking-garage** exposed positions; **(4) Retail entry / storefront** positions where impact resistance matters; **(5) Multi-tenant residential / property management** exposed corridors and exteriors; **(6) HOA common areas** at Chicago properties; **(7) Government and municipal buildings** on existing coax DVR systems.
Can I keep my existing coax cabling? +
Yes — that is precisely the use case. HDoC cameras run on standard RG-59 / RG-6 75-ohm coax with BNC connectors. No rewiring, no Cat6 pulls. Power is 12 VDC delivered separately.
When should I plan to migrate from HDoC to IP for vandal positions? +
Common triggers: **(1) DVR end-of-life**; **(2) AI / cloud / cybersecurity requirements** — modern IP cameras with signed firmware (Axis Edge Vault) meet federal / DOD requirements that analog cannot; **(3) higher resolution requirements** — for greenfield vandal-prone positions where 4K matters, the [Axis P3267-LVE 5MP outdoor vandal dome](/products/video-surveillance/cameras/axis-p3267-lve/), [Axis P3287-LVE](/products/video-surveillance/cameras/axis-p3287-lve/) (premium AI vandal dome), or Hanwha QND-A8083RV AI vandal dome are the typical step-ups. For phased migration, the [Axis P7304 HD analog encoder](/products/video-surveillance/encoders/axis-p7304/) preserves the camera investment.
Does Vidimost install Capture Advance HDoC vandal domes in Chicago? +
Yes. The R2-HD5MPDME is one of our standard vandal-resistant analog upgrade picks for Chicago schools, public buildings, parking decks, retail storefronts, and HOA exposed positions. Full-scope service includes site walkthrough, DVR 5MP compatibility verification, BNC + power cable testing, mounting (wall, ceiling, soffit), tamper-resistant fastener installation, camera commissioning, OSD configuration via UTC, and operator training.
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