Hikvision DS-1280ZJ-M 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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Hikvision DS-1280ZJ-M Junction Box
The Hikvision DS-1280ZJ-M is a robust junction box designed for compatible Hikvision dome camera installations. It provides a secure mounting platform while allowing installers to neatly conceal, organise, and protect camera cable connections, creating a cleaner and more professional CCTV installation.
Manufactured from high-quality aluminium alloy with a surface spray treatment, the DS-1280ZJ-M offers excellent strength, durability, and long-term reliability. Its solid construction provides secure support for compatible dome cameras while helping protect power and network connections from exposure in professional surveillance environments.
The junction box features side and bottom cable outlet options, along with an interchangeable bottom waterproof cover and side gland nut, providing flexible installation options and improved cable management. This makes it suitable for both indoor and outdoor CCTV applications when installed correctly with appropriate sealing accessories.
Key Features:
- Genuine Hikvision junction box for compatible dome cameras
- Designed to provide secure camera mounting and improved cable management
- Durable aluminium alloy construction with surface spray treatment
- Hikvision White finish for a professional appearance
- Side and bottom cable outlet options for flexible installation
- Interchangeable bottom waterproof cover and side gland nut
- Helps conceal and protect camera power and network connections
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor surveillance applications
- Provides a neat and professional camera installation finish
- Dimensions: Ø157 × 185 × 51.5 mm
- Weight: approximately 621 g
- Maximum load capacity: up to 4.5 kg (installation dependent)
The Hikvision DS-1280ZJ-M Junction Box is an ideal accessory for installers requiring a dependable mounting and cable management solution for dome cameras. It improves installation quality by providing secure camera support, enhanced protection for connections, and a tidy finished appearance across residential, commercial, and professional CCTV systems.
Please note: The junction box should be installed on a suitable flat surface capable of supporting more than three times the combined weight of the camera and mounting accessories. For outdoor installations, suitable waterproof sealing should be used to help maintain protection against moisture ingress.
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