4-kit 5MP camera system (often sold as a "4-channel kit") is designed for comprehensive residential or small business security, providing roughly 2.5 times the resolution of 1080p full HD. These kits are usually available as wired (Analog HD-TVI/CVI or IP PoE) or wireless (Wi-Fi) systems.
Here are the typical contents of a 4-camera 5MP security kit based on standard industry packages:
1. Surveillance Cameras (4 Units)
Resolution: 5 Megapixel (2560x1920 or 2560x1440) sensors.
Form Factor: A mix of bullet cameras (for long-range) or turret/dome cameras (for wider, discreet viewing).
Night Vision: Infrared (IR) LEDs for black and white at night (up to 30m-60m) or ColorVu/Full-color technology for 24/7 color images.
Features: IP67 weatherproof rating for outdoor use, fixed lenses (usually 2.8mm or 3.6mm), and often built-in microphones for audio.
2. Digital Video Recorder (DVR/NVR)
4-Channel Recorder: A 4-channel DVR (for coax/analogue) or NVR (for IP/PoE) to manage the four cameras.
Storage: A pre-installed surveillance hard drive is standard, usually ranging from 1TB to 2TB.
Compression: H.265+ or H.265 compression for efficient storage of high-resolution video.
3. Cabling and Power
Cables:
For Analogue (TVI/CVI): 4 x 20m-30m pre-made BNC cables (coaxial).
For IP (PoE): 4 x Ethernet (CAT5e/CAT6) cables (often 18m-30m each).
Power Supply: A 4-way or 5-way power splitter cable with a single 12V DC power adapter to power all cameras from one outlet.
4. Accessories
Mounting Kits: Screws, wall plugs, and often mounting templates for each camera.
Mouse: USB mouse for operating the DVR/NVR interface.
User Manual/Quick Start Guide.
HDMI/VGA Cable: For connecting the recorder to a monitor.
Optional Items: Warning stickers/signs, Remote control.
