Compatible DS-1280ZJ-XS 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-XS Junction Box for Bullet Cameras (Third-Party Alternative)
The Compatible DS-1280ZJ-XS Junction Box is a high-quality third-party mounting accessory designed for compatible Hikvision bullet cameras. Offering a cost-effective alternative to the original Hikvision DS-1280ZJ-XS, this junction box provides a secure mounting base while neatly concealing and protecting camera cable connections for a professional CCTV installation.
Manufactured from durable aluminium alloy, the DS-1280ZJ-XS-compatible junction box provides excellent strength and reliability for both indoor and outdoor surveillance applications. Its compact design allows installers to route and protect network and power cables, reducing visible wiring and helping create a clean, finished camera installation.
Ideal for residential, commercial, and industrial CCTV projects, this third-party junction box is designed to simplify installation while improving cable protection and overall camera presentation.
Key Features:
- Third-party compatible replacement for Hikvision DS-1280ZJ-XS junction box
- Designed for compatible Hikvision bullet cameras
- Durable aluminium alloy construction
- Suitable for indoor and outdoor CCTV installations
- Helps conceal and protect camera cable connections
- Supports cleaner cable routing and professional installation finishes
- Compact design for discreet mounting
- Hikvision-style white finish
- Dimensions: approximately Ø100 × 43.5 × 132.1 mm
- Weight: approximately 320 g
- Maximum load capacity: up to 4.5 kg (installation dependent)
The Compatible DS-1280ZJ-XS Junction Box is an ideal solution for CCTV installers looking for a reliable and affordable mounting accessory. It delivers secure camera support, improved cable management, and a neat professional appearance without the cost of an 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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