HydroCam-Series

HydroCam

Name: HydroCam
SKU: HydroCam-Series

The Geolux HydroCam is a 5-megapixel camera designed for remote visual inspection of hydrological monitoring sites. It offers multiple communication interfaces, including RS-232, RS-485, CAN, SDI-12, and Ethernet. It is compatible both with legacy dataloggers that support only serial RS-232 communication and with modern dataloggers equipped with advanced interfaces like CAN or Ethernet.

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Features

Periodic snapshots for remote site inspection.
Integrated IR illuminator for night mode and switchable day/night filter.
Remotely controllable motorized zoom/focus lens.

Description

Typically deployed at remote sites, the HydroCam captures periodic snapshots throughout the day, enabling remote inspection of site conditions. This capability is particularly valuable for planning maintenance after events such as flooding, where high water may accumulate debris near the monitoring site.

The camera features advanced configuration options, including the ability to set up privacy zones that blur specific areas in images, such as private residences. It also includes a night mode with powerful IR illuminators that automatically adjust image brightness in low light conditions, a built-in HDR mode for improved daytime color accuracy, and customizable image compression to ensure essential details remain clear while minimizing file size. Additionally, the motorized zoom and focus are remotely controllable.

The camera is designed with energy efficiency in mind. It can capture a photo just seconds after powering up, making it ideal for periodic on-off operation to minimize overall power consumption. This feature allows the HydroCam to function effectively in remote locations with limited power supply options.

Specifications

Parameter	HydroCam	HydroCam-ETHERNET
Application Hydrology and Flood Monitoring	x	x
Application Wastewater and Industrial Monitoring	x	x
Application Irrigation Monitoring	x	x
Application Snow Monitoring	x	x
Application Coastal and Ocean Monitoring	x	x
Application Meteorology	x	x
Camera Sensor	CMOS 5 Megapixel ¼"	CMOS 5 Megapixel ¼"
Image Resolution	2592×1944 (Default), 2048×1536, 1920×1080, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 1024×768, 800×600, 640×480, 320×240, 160×120	2592×1944 (Default), 2048×1536, 1920×1080, 1600×1200, 1280×960, 1024×768, 800×600, 640×480, 320×240, 160×120
Image Compression	JPEG, HEIF (HEIC)	JPEG, HEIF (HEIC)
Optics	Motorized zoom and focus	Motorized zoom and focus
Focal Length	6 mm to 22 mm	6 mm to 22 mm
Field of View	46.4° to 16.3°	46.4° to 16.3°
Minimum Illumination	0.1 lux	0.1 lux
IR-Cur Filter	650 nm	650 nm
Data Transfer Interfaces	RS-232, CAN	RS-232, CAN Ethernet
Camera Control Interfaces	RS-232, CAN, Modbus, SDI-12	RS-232, CAN, Modbus, SDI-12 Ethernet
Input Voltage	9 to 27 VDC	9 to 27 VDC
Power Consumption	0.9 W typical 1.8 W maximum	0.9 W typical 1.8 W maximum
Operating Temperature	-20 °C to +60 °C	-20 °C to +60 °C
Enclosure Material	Anodized aluminium	Anodized aluminium
Enclosure Dimensions	150 mm × 70 mm × 110 mm	150 mm × 70 mm × 110 mm
Enclosure Protection Class	IP68	IP68
Weight	600 g	600 g

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