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Capture Advance R2-HD5MPMOBT 5MP HDoC Bullet Camera with 2.8–12mm Motorized Varifocal Lens + 131 ft IR

Model / Series: R2-HD5MPMOBT

The Capture Advance R2-HD5MPMOBT is a 5MP (2560 × 1920) HD-over-coax bullet camera with 2.8–12mm motorized varifocal lens, multi-format AHD / TVI / CVI / CVBS output, 131 ft built-in IR, IP66 weatherproof housing, NDAA compliance, and 3-year warranty. The motorized-varifocal 5MP HDoC bullet for Chicago analog DVR upgrades at long-range identification positions — parking-lot perimeters, eave-to-vehicle-entry positions, and scene-flexible installations on existing RG-59 / RG-6 coax.

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Capture Advance R2-HD5MPMOBT

Specifications

Brand
Capture Advance
Model
R2-HD5MPMOBT
Series
Capture Advance HD Analog (HDoC) Series
Camera Type
HD-over-coax (HDoC) outdoor bullet — analog multi-format with motorized varifocal lens
Resolution
5 MP (2560 × 1920)
Lens
2.8–12 mm motorized varifocal
Day/Night
Yes (auto, IR-cut filter)
IR Distance
40 m / 131 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

✓ Long-range parking-lot perimeter identification on existing analog DVR systems
✓ Eave-to-vehicle-entry positions with adjustable framing
✓ Building corner positions where remote zoom adjustment matters
✓ Property management buildings with mixed long-throw + general positions
✓ HOA gated entries and long-driveway positions
✓ Auto repair shops with vehicle ID at lot entry
✓ Bank branch parking with long-throw plate capture
✓ Industrial yards and storage-yard perimeters
✓ Construction-site perimeter on portable analog DVR systems
✓ NDAA-compliant analog upgrades for federal grant or government-funded long-range positions

Capture Advance R2-HD5MPMOBT — 5MP Motorized HDoC Bullet for Long-Range Analog Identification

The Capture Advance R2-HD5MPMOBT is a 5MP (2560 × 1920) HD-over-coax outdoor bullet camera from Capture Advance — ADI’s private-label brand. Features include 2.8–12 mm motorized varifocal lens, multi-format AHD / TVI / CVI / CVBS output, 40 m / 131 ft built-in IR, IP66 outdoor housing, UTC + joystick OSD for remote lens / focus control, 12 VDC power, NDAA compliance, and a 3-year warranty. The motorized-varifocal 5MP HDoC bullet for Chicago analog DVR upgrades at long-range identification, scene-flexible, and adjustable-framing positions on existing RG-59 / RG-6 coax cabling.

Why Motorized Varifocal at 2.8–12 mm

Focal lengthBest fitTypical Chicago example
2.8 mmWide-angle (~110° HFOV)Stockroom, broad property edge
4 mmWide-general (~85° HFOV)Parking-lot wide
6 mmSemi-tele (~55° HFOV)Eave-to-entry ID
8–10 mmLong-throw (~35° HFOV)Long-driveway HOA gate, plate ID at 30+ ft
12 mmTele (~25° HFOV)Long-range corner positions

Adjust remotely via UTC (up-the-coax) OSD — no ladder, no re-mount. Same camera fits every scene.

R2-HD5MPMOBT vs. R2-HD5MPBLT — Lens Comparison

FeatureR2-HD5MPMOBT (this)R2-HD5MPBLT
Resolution5 MP5 MP
Lens2.8–12 mm motorized varifocal2.8 mm fixed
IR distance131 ft65 ft
Best fitLong-throw / scene-flexible / remote zoomGeneral 2.8 mm wide perimeter
Cost tierHigherLower

Choose the R2-HD5MPMOBT for long-throw identification, scene-flexible positions, or where remote zoom adjustment matters. Choose the R2-HD5MPBLT for general 2.8 mm wide-angle perimeter at the lower cost tier.

Where the R2-HD5MPMOBT Wins in Chicago

  • Long-range parking-lot perimeters on 5MP-capable analog DVRs — corporate small properties, retail centers, HOA lots
  • Eave-to-vehicle-entry positions with adjustable framing requirements
  • Building corner positions where remote zoom adjustment matters
  • HOA gated entries and long-driveway positions at suburban Chicagoland HOAs (North Shore, Schaumburg, Oak Brook, Naperville)
  • Auto repair / body shops with vehicle ID at lot entry
  • Bank branch parking with long-throw plate capture
  • Industrial yards and storage-yard perimeters
  • Construction-site perimeter on portable analog DVR systems

Local Chicago Coverage

Vidimost installs the R2-HD5MPMOBT across the full Chicago metropolitan area — downtown Loop, North Shore (Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park, Lake Forest), Northwest suburbs (Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Buffalo Grove), West suburbs (Oak Brook, Naperville, Wheaton, Lombard, Downers Grove), and South suburbs.

Migration Path to IP

When the project needs AI analytics, cloud-direct architecture, signed-firmware cybersecurity, or 4K resolution, the Axis P1488-LE 4K AI bullet (1/1.2” large sensor, ARTPEC-9, AV1, 50 m OptimizedIR, AXIS Object Analytics + Live Privacy Shield preinstalled) is the typical premium step-up for long-range Chicago perimeter ID. For phased migration, the Axis P7304 HD analog encoder preserves the 5MP varifocal camera investment.

Professional Installation by Vidimost

Vidimost LLC installs Capture Advance motorized HDoC bullets across Chicago for budget-tier long-range / scene-flexible analog upgrades. Full-scope service includes site walkthrough, DVR 5MP compatibility verification, BNC + power cable testing, mounting (eave, soffit, wall, pole), camera commissioning, lens zoom + focus adjustment via UTC OSD per scene, and operator training. Contact us for a free site walkthrough and quote.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why a motorized varifocal lens vs. a fixed 2.8mm? +
A **motorized varifocal lens (2.8–12 mm)** lets you remotely adjust focal length and focus from the DVR / OSD interface — without re-climbing the ladder. This matters because: **(1) every scene is different** — a parking-lot perimeter needs ~6–8 mm focal length for plate ID at 25 ft, an eave-to-driveway position might need 12 mm for 40+ ft ID, and a wide stockroom needs 2.8 mm; **(2) scene requirements change over time** — landscaping grows, layouts get reconfigured, mounting positions shift; **(3) the same camera platform fits every scene** — simpler stock and predictable training. The R2-HD5MPMOBT is the **'one camera for every long-throw or scene-flexible position'** answer for HDoC projects, where the [R2-HD5MPBLT](/products/video-surveillance/cameras/capture-advance-hd5mpblt/) at 2.8 mm fixed is the right answer for general 2.8 mm wide-angle perimeter only.
What does 131 ft IR distance mean for nighttime capture? +
**131 ft** (40 m) is **2× the IR throw of standard 5MP HDoC bullets** (typically 65 ft). The longer IR matters at: parking-lot perimeters with cameras 40+ ft from the scene, building-corner positions covering wide approaches, eave-to-driveway long-throw positions, and HOA gated entries. Combined with the 2.8–12 mm varifocal, the R2-HD5MPMOBT covers the long-range nighttime ID use cases that fixed-lens 5MP bullets fall short of.
Will the R2-HD5MPMOBT work with my existing analog DVR? +
Yes — if your DVR supports **5MP recording on at least one of AHD / TVI / CVI**. The R2-HD5MPMOBT 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). Our site walkthrough verifies DVR 5MP capability before quoting.
How does the R2-HD5MPMOBT compare to the [R2-HD5MPBLT](/products/video-surveillance/cameras/capture-advance-hd5mpblt/) (5MP fixed-lens bullet)? +
Same 5MP resolution and same multi-format HDoC architecture, but the **R2-HD5MPMOBT** has a **2.8–12 mm motorized varifocal lens** and **131 ft IR distance** vs. the **R2-HD5MPBLT**'s 2.8 mm fixed lens + 65 ft IR. **Choose the R2-HD5MPBLT** for general 2.8 mm wide-angle perimeter at lower cost. **Choose the R2-HD5MPMOBT** when scene-specific framing matters, when remote zoom adjustment matters, or when long-throw nighttime IR (over ~80 ft) is needed.
Is the R2-HD5MPMOBT NDAA compliant? +
Yes — per Capture Advance documentation, the R2-HD5MPMOBT is NDAA Section 889 compliant. This makes it eligible for federal-grant-funded projects, government-adjacent facilities, and properties with NDAA contractual requirements. Always verify current NDAA documentation matches your project's specific compliance date and exclusion list.
Where does the R2-HD5MPMOBT win in Chicago projects? +
Best-fit Chicago positions: **(1) Long-range parking-lot perimeters** on 5MP-capable analog DVRs — corporate small properties, retail centers, HOA lots; **(2) Eave-to-vehicle-entry positions** with adjustable framing; **(3) Building corner positions** where remote zoom matters; **(4) HOA gated entries and long-driveway positions** at suburban Chicagoland HOAs (North Shore, Schaumburg, Oak Brook, Naperville); **(5) Auto repair / body shops** with vehicle ID at lot entry; **(6) Bank branch parking** with long-throw plate capture; **(7) Industrial yards and storage-yard perimeters**; **(8) Construction-site perimeter** on portable 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. Lens zoom and focus adjustment is controlled via UTC (up-the-coax) — no separate control wiring needed.
When should I migrate from motorized HDoC to IP? +
Common triggers: **(1) DVR end-of-life**; **(2) AI analytics requirements** — modern IP cameras (Axis Object Analytics + Live Privacy Shield, Hanwha AI Object Detection) deliver deep-learning person / vehicle classification with attribute search that HDoC cannot match; **(3) cybersecurity mandates** — IP cameras with signed firmware (Axis Edge Vault) meet federal / DOD requirements; **(4) 4K resolution requirements** for premium long-range identification — [Axis P1488-LE 4K AI bullet](/products/video-surveillance/cameras/axis-p1488-le/) (1/1.2" sensor + ARTPEC-9 + AV1 + 50 m OptimizedIR) is the typical step-up. For phased migration, the [Axis P7304 HD analog encoder](/products/video-surveillance/encoders/axis-p7304/) brings legacy 5MP varifocal HDoC cameras into a modern Axis VMS without replacing every camera at once.
Does Vidimost install Capture Advance motorized HDoC bullets in Chicago? +
Yes. The R2-HD5MPMOBT is one of our standard long-range / scene-flexible analog upgrade picks for Chicago property management, banking, HOA, industrial, and auto / body shop projects. Full-scope service includes site walkthrough, DVR 5MP compatibility verification, BNC + power cable testing, mounting (eave, soffit, wall, pole), camera commissioning, **lens zoom + focus adjustment via UTC OSD per scene**, and operator training.
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