Capture Advance R2-HD5MPEYE 5MP HD Analog (HDoC) Turret Camera with 2.8mm Lens + 66 ft IR
Model / Series: R2-HD5MPEYE
The Capture Advance R2-HD5MPEYE is a 5MP HD-over-coax turret / eyeball camera with 2.8mm fixed lens, multi-format AHD / TVI / CVI / CVBS output, 20 m / 66 ft built-in IR, IP66 weatherproof housing, UTC + joystick OSD, 12 VDC power, NDAA compliance, and 3-year warranty. The 5MP HDoC turret for Chicago analog DVR ceiling-mount upgrades — clean low-profile form factor for retail interiors, hospitality lobbies, and small-business positions on existing RG-59 / RG-6 coax.
Specifications
- Brand
- Capture Advance
- Model
- R2-HD5MPEYE
- Series
- Capture Advance HD Analog (HDoC) Series
- Camera Type
- HD-over-coax (HDoC) outdoor turret / eyeball — 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
- NDAA / TAA Compliance
- NDAA compliant per Capture Advance documentation
- Warranty
- 3 years (36 months)
Best Fit & Recommended For
Capture Advance R2-HD5MPEYE — 5MP HDoC Turret for Ceiling-Mount Forensic Detail
The Capture Advance R2-HD5MPEYE is a 5MP HD-over-coax outdoor turret / eyeball camera 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 outdoor housing, UTC + joystick OSD, 12 VDC power, NDAA compliance, and a 3-year warranty. The 5MP HDoC turret for Chicago analog DVR ceiling-mount upgrades — clean low-profile form factor for retail interiors, restaurant ceilings, hospitality lobbies, banking and small-business positions on existing RG-59 / RG-6 coax.
Why 5MP on a Ceiling-Mount Turret
5MP delivers ~2.5× the pixel density of 1080p at the same focal length — meaningful for ceiling positions where identification detail matters: banking lobby teller lines, retail counters, hospitality reception, healthcare reception, and any indoor scene where post-event forensic zoom into recorded footage needs to retain usable detail.
R2-HD5MPEYE vs. Other 5MP HDoC Ceiling Options
| Feature | R2-HD5MPEYE (this) | R2-HD5MPDME |
|---|---|---|
| Form | Turret / eyeball | Vandal dome |
| Vandal rating | None | IK10 |
| Visible footprint | Low-profile, clean | Dome bubble |
| Best fit | Protected indoor / soffit ceilings | Vandal-prone exposed positions |
| Cost tier | Lower | Slightly higher |
Choose the R2-HD5MPEYE for protected ceiling positions where appearance matters and vandal rating isn’t needed. Choose the R2-HD5MPDME for exposed schools, parking decks, and public-building positions.
R2-HD5MPEYE vs. R2-HD2MPEYE — Resolution Tier
| Feature | R2-HD2MPEYE | R2-HD5MPEYE (this) |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1080p (2 MP) | 5 MP (2592 × 1944) |
| Lens | 2.8 mm fixed | 2.8 mm fixed |
| IR distance | 66 ft | 66 ft |
| DVR requirement | 1080p HD analog DVR | 5MP HD analog DVR |
| Best fit | General ceiling coverage | Lobby / identification detail |
Match the camera to the DVR’s max recording resolution — older 1080p-only DVRs cannot record 5MP, so the R2-HD2MPEYE is the right pick for those systems.
Where the R2-HD5MPEYE Wins in Chicago
- Retail interior + storefront overhang ceilings on 5MP-capable DVR systems
- Restaurant / hospitality dining rooms with identification-grade ceiling capture
- Property management lobbies and corridor ceilings at small commercial properties
- HOA common areas — package rooms, mailrooms, lobby ceilings
- Healthcare reception / waiting rooms at small Chicago-area clinics
- Banking lobby / teller-line ceilings on existing analog DVR systems
- Auto repair / body shops indoor positions and bay ceilings
- Small-business indoor positions where bullet form is too obtrusive
Local Chicago Coverage
Vidimost installs the R2-HD5MPEYE across the full Chicago metropolitan area — downtown Loop, North Shore, Northwest suburbs, West suburbs, and South suburbs. We verify DVR 5MP compatibility before every quote.
Migration Path to IP
When the project needs AI analytics, cloud-direct architecture, or signed-firmware cybersecurity, the Axis P3267-LVE outdoor vandal dome or Axis M4308-PLE 12MP fisheye are typical IP 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 turret cameras across Chicago for budget-tier 5MP analog ceiling-mount upgrades. Full-scope service includes site walkthrough, DVR 5MP compatibility verification, BNC + power cable testing, mounting (ceiling, soffit, eave), camera commissioning, OSD configuration via UTC, and operator training. Contact us for a free site walkthrough and quote.
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