Product SKU: PNM-C7083RVD
Product Overview
Covering two distinct directions from a single mounting point, the Hanwha Vision PNM-C7083RVD is a dual-sensor outdoor network camera built for wide-area surveillance where reducing camera count without creating blind spots is a priority. Each of its 2 independent 2MP sensors captures a separate field of view simultaneously, with motorised 3-6mm varifocal lenses allowing installers to fine-tune both coverage angles remotely after mounting. Integrated infrared illumination supports consistent low-light performance across both channels, while on-board AI analytics enable object classification of people, vehicles and licence plates to reduce nuisance alerts. Housed in a vandal-resistant dome with weatherproof construction, the PNM-C7083RVD is suited to perimeter walls, transport hubs, building corners and large open spaces where two-directional coverage from one installation point is operationally and economically practical.
Key Capabilities
Simultaneous Dual-Sensor Coverage
Two independent 2MP sensors capture separate fields of view at the same time from a single housing, reducing the number of camera positions needed to cover wide outdoor areas such as building corners, perimeter walls and open yards.
Motorised Varifocal Lenses
The 3-6mm motorised varifocal lenses allow both coverage angles to be adjusted remotely after installation, so installers can dial in precise framing for each sensor without physically repositioning the camera housing.
AI Object Classification
On-board AI analytics classify people, vehicles and licence plates across both video channels, making event filtering more relevant and reducing false triggers in high-traffic outdoor environments such as car parks and transport facilities.
Integrated Infrared Illumination
Built-in IR LEDs provide low-light visibility across both sensors, supporting around-the-clock monitoring without relying on external lighting, which is particularly useful for unmanned outdoor sites during overnight hours.
Extreme Wide Dynamic Range
Extreme WDR balances exposure in scenes with mixed lighting, such as entranceways that combine direct sunlight and shadowed zones, preserving usable detail across both sensor channels without overexposure or crushing dark areas.
Best For
- Building Corner Surveillance: The dual-sensor design allows a single wall or corner mount to cover two distinct outdoor approaches simultaneously, reducing cabling and installation time on multi-angle positions.
- Perimeter and Boundary Monitoring: Wide outdoor areas with extended boundary lines benefit from the combined dual-channel coverage and AI classification, helping security teams focus on genuine events rather than environmental triggers.
- Transport and Transit Environments: Stations, depots and transport hubs where platforms, forecourts and adjacent zones need to be covered from a single overhead position suit the multi-directional output of the PNM-C7083RVD.
- Car Parks and Loading Areas: The motorised varifocal lenses allow each sensor to be aimed at specific lanes or bays, with AI licence plate classification adding useful metadata to recorded footage in vehicle-heavy environments.
Why Choose the PNM-C7083RVD
Where a single fixed-lens camera can only cover one direction, the PNM-C7083RVD provides two independently aimed 2MP video streams from one housing, one cable run and one network channel. The motorised varifocal lenses mean both angles can be reconfigured from the NVR or camera management software after installation, which is a practical advantage on complex sites where coverage requirements change. On-board AI classification operates across both sensors, allowing the system to distinguish between people, vehicles and licence plates rather than triggering on general motion. Combined with integrated IR illumination and extreme WDR, the camera maintains usable footage through lighting transitions that would compromise simpler hardware. Available through Security Wholesalers, the PNM-C7083RVD is a purpose-built choice for installations where coverage efficiency and intelligent filtering both matter.
Buyer Decision Tips
Lens Angle Planning: Because each of the two 3-6mm motorised varifocal lenses can be aimed and zoomed independently, it is worth mapping both coverage zones before installation. The 3mm end gives a wider field of view suited to open spaces, while 6mm provides a tighter reach for longer distances. Planning both sensor positions in advance will make remote fine-tuning after mounting much faster and reduce the need for revisits.
AI Classification vs. Standard Motion Detection: The on-board AI analytics classify objects as people, vehicles or licence plates, which means the PNM-C7083RVD is best paired with an NVR or VMS platform that can receive and act on those metadata tags. If your recording system only supports basic motion alerts, the AI classification benefit will not be fully realised, so confirm software compatibility before deployment.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
Hanwha Vision PNM-C7083RVD |
| Sensor Count |
Dual independent image sensors |
| Resolution per Sensor |
2 megapixels |
| Frame Rate |
Up to 30 fps |
| Lens Type |
Motorised varifocal |
| Focal Length |
3-6 mm (per sensor) |
| Infrared Illumination |
Integrated IR LEDs |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
Extreme WDR |
| AI Analytics |
Object classification: people, vehicles, licence plates |
| Coverage Type |
Multi-directional dual-angle simultaneous capture |
| Housing |
Vandal-resistant dome, weatherproof outdoor construction |
| Camera Type |
Network (IP) camera |
| Installation |
Outdoor, surface/wall/ceiling mount |
Ideal Use Cases
Building Corners and Entry Points
A single PNM-C7083RVD mounted at a building corner can cover 2 separate approaches simultaneously, reducing the number of camera drops and cable runs needed while maintaining full directional awareness at access points.
Perimeter and Fence Line Monitoring
The dual-channel AI classification helps distinguish people approaching a fence line from vehicles or environmental movement, supporting targeted perimeter alerts without requiring dense camera placement along the boundary.
Car Parks and Vehicle Zones
With AI licence plate classification active across both sensors, the PNM-C7083RVD provides useful vehicle metadata in multi-lane environments, complementing access logs and supporting incident review in car park and loading dock areas.
Transport Hubs and Station Forecourts
Bus interchanges, rail stations and transit forecourts have multiple adjacent zones that need coverage from compact overhead positions. The dual-sensor layout suits these high-density spaces where mounting positions are limited.
Industrial and Commercial Yards
Warehouses, distribution centres and open industrial yards benefit from the dual-angle coverage and integrated IR illumination, which supports usable footage across wide unlit areas during overnight or early-morning shifts.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your site requires 2-directional coverage from a single camera position, you want AI classification of people, vehicles and licence plates across both channels, and your installers need remote varifocal adjustment to fine-tune angles after mounting.
- Choose a different model if: You need full 360-degree panoramic coverage from one device rather than 2 targeted directional views. A fisheye or multi-sensor panoramic camera with 3 or more sensors would better serve wide-open spaces where full surround coverage is the primary requirement.
- Choose a different model if: Your recording platform does not support AI metadata tags. If your NVR or VMS only processes standard motion events, a camera with simpler on-board processing would deliver equivalent results at a lower cost.
FAQs
- Does the PNM-C7083RVD record both sensor channels simultaneously?
Yes. The 2 independent sensors capture and stream video simultaneously, each producing a separate 2MP output. Both channels can be recorded and reviewed independently, which is essential for sites where each direction requires its own evidentiary video record.
- Can the lens angles on both sensors be adjusted after the camera is mounted?
Yes. Both lenses are motorised varifocal with a 3-6mm range, so each sensor’s field of view can be adjusted remotely through compatible camera management software after the camera is physically installed. This avoids the need to unmount and reposition the housing when coverage requirements change.
- What does the AI classification actually detect on this camera?
The on-board AI analytics on the PNM-C7083RVD classify objects as people, vehicles or licence plates across both video channels. This allows connected NVR or VMS platforms to filter events by object type, reducing alert volume from non-relevant motion and making recorded footage easier to search by event category.
- Is the PNM-C7083RVD suitable for outdoor installation in Australian conditions?
Yes. The camera is housed in a vandal-resistant dome with weatherproof outdoor construction, making it appropriate for exposed Australian outdoor environments including coastal and high-humidity sites. Confirm the exact IP and IK ratings in the official datasheet for installations with specific ingress protection requirements.
- Does the infrared illumination cover both sensors independently?
The integrated IR LEDs are built into the housing to support low-light capture across both sensor channels, enabling 24/7 monitoring without external lighting on either direction. For exact IR range distances per sensor, refer to the datasheet available from Security Wholesalers.
- What type of NVR or VMS is recommended for this camera?
The PNM-C7083RVD is a Hanwha Vision network camera and is fully supported by Hanwha’s Wisenet Wave VMS and compatible NVR platforms. To take full advantage of the AI metadata output, a recording or management system that can ingest and act on object classification tags from Hanwha cameras is strongly recommended.
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