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Hikvision iDS-2ZMN3208N(B)
PTZ Camera with N/A resolution, 43° field of view, and 0m IR night vision range.
SPECIFICATIONS · IDS-2ZMN3208N(B)
Specifications
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About the Hikvision iDS-2ZMN3208N(B)
The Hikvision iDS-2ZMN3208N(B) is a high-speed dome PTZ that can patrol preset positions on a schedule and react to motion or analytics events. Sub-megapixel resolution is suitable only for general overview footage — useful for movement detection but insufficient for facial recognition or license-plate reading. There is no built-in IR illuminator on this model, so it depends entirely on ambient light. In dark environments, pair it with external IR floods or white-light illuminators. A narrow field of view trades coverage area for pixel density at distance — the right choice when you need to read faces or plates far from the camera, e.g., long corridors, gate approaches, ANPR installations.
Best use cases for this camera
Long corridor & aisle monitoring
The 43° narrow angle is intentionally tuned for corridor work — it concentrates pixel density along the length of the hallway rather than wasting resolution on the side walls. Mount at the far end facing along the corridor.
Large area patrol & target tracking
PTZ control enables operator-initiated tracking of suspicious activity, scheduled tours of preset positions overnight, and forensic zoom into recorded footage. Best paired with a wide-angle "overview" camera that triggers the PTZ via analytics.
Strengths
- •PTZ control enables operator-driven tracking and pre-set tours
Considerations
- •No built-in IR — requires external illumination for night use
- •Narrow angle requires more cameras to cover wide areas — plan camera count accordingly
- •PTZ cameras only see one direction at a time — pair with a fixed overview camera to avoid blind spots
Coverage at Different Distances
| Distance | Coverage Width | Coverage Area | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5m | 3.9m | 20 m² | Entrance, corridor |
| 10m | 7.9m | 79 m² | Room, retail aisle |
| 15m | 11.8m | 177 m² | Warehouse, parking row |
| 20m | 15.8m | 315 m² | Parking row, courtyard |
| 30m | 23.6m | 709 m² | Parking lot, yard |
| 50m | 39.4m | 1970 m² | Perimeter, large area |
Field of View Visualization
Night Vision Performance
Daytime
Full N/A resolution at 43° field of view. Effective identification range up to 20m in good lighting conditions.
Nighttime (IR)
Built-in IR LEDs illuminate up to 0m in complete darkness. Switches to B/W mode for clear night footage.
Installation tips for the iDS-2ZMN3208N(B)
Mount above 4 m on a rigid pole or wall bracket — PTZ vibrations are amplified at low mounting heights and degrade image quality during pan operations.
Plan cabling for multiple cameras to cover wide areas — at 43° you cover roughly 8 m of width per camera at 10 m distance.
Coverage geometry & DORI distances
At a 5-metre standoff the Hikvision iDS-2ZMN3208N(B) covers about 3.9 m of scene width; at 10 m that grows to 7.9 m, and at 20 m to 15.8 m. Translating those numbers through EN 62676-4 pixel-density thresholds, the camera can detect a person up to 96 m, observe up to 38 m, recognise up to 19 m, and produce identification-grade detail (the ≥250 px/m bar used by Polish and EU courts as evidentiary) up to 10 m. Effective range above the identify threshold relies on supplementary lighting or a longer-focal-length optic — the geometry above assumes the fixed lens declared by the manufacturer.
Power & cabling
The Hikvision iDS-2ZMN3208N(B) draws an estimated 30.0 W under typical load (with the IR illuminator engaged where applicable), placing it in the 802.3at (Class 4, ≤30 W) budget. A single switch port supplies enough power without an injector. Cabling: stick to Cat6 STP for runs up to 100 m end-to-end — beyond that, add an inline PoE extender or move to fibre with a media converter at the camera end. On outdoor runs, route through ø25 PVC or PE conduit to keep the cable shielded from UV and rodents.
Privacy & legal (GDPR / RODO)
Any camera operating in a publicly accessible area falls under GDPR (RODO in Poland) — Art. 13 obliges the data controller to post an information sign at every entry point with controller name, DPO contact, lawful basis (typically Art. 6(1)(f) legitimate interest for property protection), purpose, and retention period. The Hikvision iDS-2ZMN3208N(B)'s PTZ pan range can sweep into neighbouring properties or public roads; document allowed pan limits in the installation record and configure privacy masks (see Hikvision's web-UI under "Privacy Mask") for any window or doorway you cannot legally surveil.
Installer time & cost (rough estimate)
A typical EU installer quotes 5–6 h of labour per ptz camera of this class (approximately €225–€275 excluding hardware), broken down as bracket mounting, cable termination at both ends, on-site commissioning, and a brief operator handover. Allow extra time for high mounts (>4 m), exterior installations requiring scaffolding, or sites where cable routing demands wall penetrations or conduit work.
Indicative EU 2024-2025 pricing — actual quotes vary by region, mounting height, and site conditions. Excludes hardware, transport, permits, and VAT.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hikvision iDS-2ZMN3208N(B) suitable for outdoor installation?
Hikvision PTZ models are generally designed for outdoor use with IP66 ingress rating and -30°C to +60°C operating range. Mount on a rigid pole at ≥ 4 m to dampen wind-driven vibration that would degrade the live image during pan operations.
What PoE class powers the Hikvision iDS-2ZMN3208N(B)?
The camera draws roughly 30.0 W in steady-state operation, requiring a 802.3at (Class 4, ≤30 W) switch port. A single Cat6 STP cable carries both data and power up to 100 m — beyond that, add an inline extender or convert to fibre near the camera.
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