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Milesight MS-C2942-EPB
PTZ Camera with N/A resolution, 360° field of view, and 10m IR night vision range.
SPECIFICATIONS · MS-C2942-EPB
Specifications
Milesight does not state this camera's field of view on the pages we read, so the angle is estimated from its lens. The other figures are as catalogued.
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About the Milesight MS-C2942-EPB
The Milesight MS-C2942-EPB is a pan-tilt-zoom platform giving operators the ability to follow targets, scan large areas on auto-tour, and zoom in for identification. Sub-megapixel resolution is suitable only for general overview footage. It is useful for movement detection but insufficient for facial recognition or license-plate reading. A short-range IR illuminator (≤20 m) handles entrance vestibules, indoor corridors, and small enclosed spaces. Beyond 20 meters the IR fall-off causes faces to lose detail in pure darkness. An ultra-wide angle (>120°) captures nearly an entire scene from one position, but pixels per meter drops sharply at the edges, so identification at the periphery is limited.
Best use cases for this camera
Entrance, lobby & vestibule
The 360° field of view captures the entire entrance and surrounding waiting area from a single ceiling mount. Useful for capturing visitors as they enter and leave.
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
- •360° wide field of view reduces the number of cameras needed per area
- •PTZ control enables operator-driven tracking and pre-set tours
Considerations
- •Short IR range limits night usability to indoor or close-proximity scenarios
- •Edge distortion and reduced peripheral pixel density limit identification at the corners of the frame
- •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 | -0.0m | -0 m² | Entrance, corridor |
| 10m | -0.0m | -0 m² | Room, retail aisle |
| 15m | -0.0m | -0 m² | Warehouse, parking row |
| 20m | -0.0m | -0 m² | Parking row, courtyard |
| 30m | -0.0m | -0 m² | Parking lot, yard |
| 50m | -0.0m | -0 m² | Perimeter, large area |
Field of View Visualization
Night Vision Performance
Daytime
Full N/A resolution at 360° field of view. Effective identification range up to 20m in good lighting conditions.
Nighttime (IR)
Built-in IR LEDs illuminate up to 10m in complete darkness. Switches to B/W mode for clear night footage.
Installation tips for the MS-C2942-EPB
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.
Pair with low-cost ambient lighting (motion-triggered LED floods) to extend usable identification distance beyond the IR limit.
Position so the most important subject (entrance, cash register, gate) is in the center third of the frame, because peripheral pixel density drops with wide angles.
Coverage geometry & DORI distances
The Milesight MS-C2942-EPB sees the full circle around its mount, so its image is measured along that circle: about 31.4 m of circumference at 5 m, 62.8 m at 10 m and 125.7 m at 20 m. Translating those numbers through EN 62676-4 pixel-density thresholds, the camera can detect a person up to 12 m, observe up to 5 m, recognise up to 2 m, and produce Identify-level detail (250 px/m in the EN 62676-4 DORI scale) up to 1 m. Effective range above the identify threshold relies on supplementary lighting or a longer-focal-length optic; the geometry above assumes the 1.68mm lens declared by the manufacturer.
Power & cabling
The Milesight MS-C2942-EPB 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 Milesight MS-C2942-EPB'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 Milesight'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 pricing at 2024-2025 rates; actual quotes vary by region, mounting height, and site conditions. Excludes hardware, transport, permits, and VAT.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Milesight MS-C2942-EPB suitable for outdoor installation?
Milesight 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 Milesight MS-C2942-EPB?
The camera draws roughly 30.0 W in steady-state operation, requiring an 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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