Compatible DS-1280ZJ-S Junction Box
Unless selecting a vari-focal camera (with an adjustable lens) It is important to select the correct camera lens option for where the camera is to be positioned. A smaller lens will give you a wider angle but will be "zoomed out more", while a bigger lens will narrow the angle down and "zoom in more". See below to give you some idea on angles of Megapixel HD Cameras:
| Lens in mm | Approx Viewing Angle (degrees) | Ideal Distance (metres) | Typical usage/notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 | 106 | <6 | For seeing as much of the immediate area as possible such as above a doorway/low down/garage soffits (edges can appear slightly warped/distorted) - clearly "zoomed out" |
| 3.6/4 | 83-90 | <12 | A great general purpose option giving great coverage still in the corner of a room or higher up on second floor soffits with less distortion - more of a natural "zoom" |
| 6 | 56 | 6-20 | Narrows down the angle and zooms in to look past the immediate area a little to gain more detail - down a driveway for example from higher up |
| 12 | 24 | 20+ | Zooms in significantly more to look at a gate, entrance or adjascent building |
| 16 | 19 | 24+ | As above but more so |
The amount of hard drive space you require is dictated by how many cameras, as well as their resolution, frame rate settings, and whether you have H.265 encoding enabled or not to save space (We advise turning it on to double the capacity shown below with ease).
Finally, you can often make your storage space last a lot longer by enabling motion-detected recording rather than continuous, especially if there are long periods of no activity (to perhaps double or more these figures again).
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Resolution (Megapixels) |
Days of storage provided by 1TB per camera (continuous - full 25 frames per second) |
Days of storage provided by 1TB per 4 cameras (continuous - full 25 frames per second) |
Days of storage provided by 1TB per 4 cameras (50% motion- 15 frames per second) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 44 | 11 | 36 |
| 2 | 22 | 5 | 18 |
| 3 | 17 | 4 | 14 |
| 4 | 11 | 3 | 9 |
| 5 | 9 | 2 | 8 |
| 6 | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| 8 (4K) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| 12 | 4 | 0.5 | 3 |
As a rule of thumb, we recommend 2 Terabytes for a 4 x 4/5MP HD camera setup, as this should give you approx 2 weeks using H.265 @ 20fps and that is on continuous, not motion-detected recording.
(You may only require the full 25 frames per second on certain cameras if things are fast-moving - ie above a till)
You can also use the Hikvision online calculator to work out what works best for you specifically: https://tools.hikvision.com/ca...
(All of our hard drives come fitted and are CCTV-specific from one of the major brands)
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Compatible DS-1280ZJ-S Junction Box for Hikvision Cameras (Third-Party Alternative)
The Compatible DS-1280ZJ-S Junction Box is a high-quality third-party mounting accessory designed for use with compatible Hikvision cameras. Providing a cost-effective alternative to the original Hikvision DS-1280ZJ-S, this junction box offers a secure mounting platform while neatly concealing and protecting cable connections for a clean and professional CCTV installation.
Manufactured from durable aluminium alloy, the DS-1280ZJ-S-compatible junction box delivers excellent strength and reliability for both indoor and outdoor surveillance applications. Its robust design helps protect network and power connections while reducing exposed cabling, improving the overall appearance and longevity of the installation.
Designed for professional installers and system integrators, this compatible junction box supports neat cable management and secure camera mounting. The integrated cable routing design allows cables to be concealed within the box, providing a tidy finish while helping protect connections from environmental exposure.
Key Features:
- Third-party compatible replacement for Hikvision DS-1280ZJ-S junction box
- Designed for compatible Hikvision dome and fixed cameras
- Durable aluminium alloy construction
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor CCTV installations
- Helps conceal and protect power and network cable connections
- Integrated cable management for a clean installation
- Waterproof design when installed correctly
- Supports secure wall-mounted camera installations
- Hikvision-style white finish
- Dimensions: Ø137 × 53.4 × 164.8 mm
- Weight: approximately 527 g
- Maximum load capacity: up to 4.5 kg (installation dependent)
The Compatible DS-1280ZJ-S Junction Box is an ideal solution for CCTV installers seeking a reliable and affordable mounting accessory. It provides secure camera support, improved cable protection, and a professional installation finish while offering a more economical alternative to the OEM accessory.
Please note: This is a third-party compatible accessory and is not manufactured by Hikvision. Always confirm your camera model and mounting requirements before installation to ensure compatibility.
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