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Pelco IMM12027-1P
Panoramic Camera with N/A resolution and 270° field of view.
SPECIFICATIONS · IMM12027-1P
Specifications
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About the Pelco IMM12027-1P
The Pelco IMM12027-1P is a multi-sensor panoramic body that replaces several traditional cameras with one seamless image. 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. 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. 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 270° 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.
Single-camera room coverage
A single panoramic camera replaces 3-4 conventional cameras when ceiling-mounted in the center of an open space. Ideal for retail floors, classrooms, and small warehouses where simplification of cabling and licensing matters.
Strengths
- •270° wide field of view reduces the number of cameras needed per area
- •Single-camera coverage of full rooms reduces cabling and licensing cost
Considerations
- •No built-in IR, so it needs external illumination for night use
- •Edge distortion and reduced peripheral pixel density limit identification at the corners of the frame
- •Fisheye distortion requires dewarping in software for natural viewing angles
Coverage at Different Distances
| Distance | Coverage Width | Coverage Area | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5m | -10.0m | -50 m² | Entrance, corridor |
| 10m | -20.0m | -200 m² | Room, retail aisle |
| 15m | -30.0m | -450 m² | Warehouse, parking row |
| 20m | -40.0m | -800 m² | Parking row, courtyard |
| 30m | -60.0m | -1800 m² | Parking lot, yard |
| 50m | -100.0m | -5000 m² | Perimeter, large area |
Field of View Visualization
Night Vision Performance
Daytime
Full N/A resolution at 270° field of view. Effective identification range up to 0m in good lighting conditions.
Nighttime (IR)
No built-in IR: at night it needs ambient light or an external illuminator. Switches to B/W mode for clear night footage.
Installation tips for the IMM12027-1P
Center-ceiling mount at 2.7-3.5 m gives the most uniform coverage; corner mounts work but waste roughly 25% of the field of view on the wall.
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
Across its 270° view the Pelco IMM12027-1P images an arc rather than a flat strip: about 23.6 m of arc at 5 m, 47.1 m at 10 m and 94.2 m at 20 m. Translating those numbers through EN 62676-4 pixel-density thresholds, the camera can detect a person up to 16 m, observe up to 6 m, recognise up to 3 m, and produce Identify-level detail (250 px/m in the EN 62676-4 DORI scale) up to 2 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 Pelco IMM12027-1P draws an estimated 12.0 W under typical load (with the IR illuminator engaged where applicable), placing it in the 802.3af (Class 3, ≤15.4 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. Panoramic / fisheye coverage almost always captures more than the controller intended, so schedule a privacy mask review after install to blur out staff-only areas, neighbouring premises and any glass that admits a view of third parties.
Installer time & cost (rough estimate)
A typical EU installer quotes 4-5 h of labour per panoramic camera of this class (approximately €180-€230 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 Pelco IMM12027-1P suitable for outdoor installation?
Most panoramic units in the Pelco catalogue are IP66/IK10 rated for outdoor use; verify the exact suffix in the model code (e.g. "-W" for weather-rated). Mount under an eave or recessed canopy where possible: direct rainfall on the dome causes droplets that distort the wide-angle image.
What PoE class powers the Pelco IMM12027-1P?
The camera draws roughly 12.0 W in steady-state operation, requiring an 802.3af (Class 3, ≤15.4 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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