Product SKU: HV-ANO-L7012R
Product Overview
For installers and integrators seeking a compact, cost-effective entry point into 4MP outdoor bullet surveillance, the HV-ANO-L7012R from the Hanwha Wisenet A Series is a straightforward and capable option. This fixed-lens bullet camera ships with a 3mm lens that provides a 98.3° horizontal field of view, making it well suited to wide-approach monitoring at entrances, car parks, building perimeters, and open outdoor areas where broad coverage from a single mounting point is the priority. Equipped with a 20m IR range and 0Lux night performance when IR LEDs are active, it maintains usable image quality after dark without additional lighting infrastructure. Featuring 120dB WDR and ICR-based day/night switching, it handles scenes with mixed lighting conditions such as sun-lit entryways or lit facades with shadowed surrounds. It also integrates WiseStream II for bandwidth-efficient streaming, on-board micro SD storage up to 128GB, PoE power, and an IP66 weather rating for year-round outdoor installation.
Key Capabilities
4MP Resolution at Up to 30fps
The HV-ANO-L7012R records at 4 megapixels across all supported resolutions at up to 30fps under both H.265 and H.264 codecs, delivering consistent frame rates suited to monitoring moving subjects at entrances, driveways, and perimeter zones.
98.3° Wide-Angle Fixed Lens
The 3mm fixed focal lens covers a broad 98.3° horizontal field of view, reducing the number of cameras needed to cover wide outdoor approaches such as loading areas, open car parks, or building frontages where a single camera must cover substantial horizontal ground.
IR Night Vision to 20m
Built-in IR LEDs illuminate scenes to 20 metres with 0Lux capability in black-and-white mode, providing usable night coverage at entrances, fences, and outdoor pathways without relying on ambient lighting or external illuminators.
120dB WDR and Day/Night ICR
Wide Dynamic Range at 120dB manages high-contrast scenes such as sunlit driveways with shaded areas, while the mechanical ICR filter automatically switches between colour daytime and monochrome IR night operation to maintain accuracy across lighting transitions.
On-Board Analytics and Event Detection
Includes defocus detection, motion detection, tampering, virtual line crossing with directional detection, and virtual area intrusion and enter/exit logic, enabling targeted alerts from perimeter zones without requiring additional server-side analytics software.
Best For
- Outdoor Perimeter Monitoring: The IP66 weather rating and 20m IR range make this camera suited to external walls, fence lines, and building perimeters where year-round weather exposure is a consistent requirement.
- Wide-Approach Entry Points: The 3mm lens and 98.3° HFoV provide broad horizontal coverage at car park entrances, gate approaches, and building frontages where a single camera needs to monitor a wide lateral sweep.
- Budget-Conscious Multi-Camera Installations: As part of the Hanwha Wisenet A Series essential value range, the HV-ANO-L7012R is suited to projects requiring multiple outdoor camera positions without inflating per-unit cost, while still delivering 4MP image quality and H.265 compression efficiency.
- PoE Network Deployments: Single-cable PoE installation simplifies wiring at locations such as light poles, eave brackets, and wall mounts where running both power and data separately would increase installation cost and complexity.
Why Choose the HV-ANO-L7012R
The HV-ANO-L7012R occupies a practical position in the Hanwha Wisenet A Series as a no-compromise entry-level 4MP bullet camera that does not cut corners on the features that matter most for outdoor deployment. Where a basic 2MP camera would limit identification capability and a more expensive model would add features unnecessary for general perimeter use, the HV-ANO-L7012R delivers 4MP at 30fps with H.265 compression through WiseStream II, reducing bandwidth and storage load compared to H.264-only alternatives. The 120dB WDR is a step above entry-level cameras that offer narrower dynamic range, handling mixed-light outdoor conditions more effectively. On-board micro SD storage up to 128GB provides local redundancy alongside NVR recording. IP66 weatherproofing, PoE power, and built-in analytics including virtual line and area detection are confirmed features that installers can rely on without additional hardware. Available through Security Wholesalers, this camera is a practical choice for multi-point outdoor installations where per-unit value is a key consideration.
Buyer Decision Tips
Fixed Lens Placement Planning: Because the HV-ANO-L7012R uses a fixed 3mm lens with a 98.3° horizontal field of view, camera placement must be planned carefully before installation. The wide angle suits broad coverage at short-to-medium distances, but it is not adjustable after mounting. If your site requires narrower coverage of a longer approach, such as a long driveway or a corridor-style outdoor lane, a varifocal bullet model would give you post-installation framing flexibility that this fixed-lens camera does not provide. Use the hallway view mode (90/270 degree rotation) if you are mounting this camera in a corridor or narrow outdoor passage to maximise useful coverage along the length rather than the width.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
HV-ANO-L7012R |
| Camera Series |
Hanwha Wisenet A Series (Essential Value Range) |
| Resolution |
4MP |
| Frame Rate |
Up to 30fps at 4MP (all resolutions) |
| Lens Type |
Fixed focal, 3mm |
| Horizontal Field of View |
98.3° |
| Minimum Illumination (Colour) |
0.1 Lux (F1.6, 1/30sec) |
| Minimum Illumination (B/W) |
0 Lux (IR LED on) |
| IR Viewable Length |
20m (65.62ft) |
| Day/Night |
Auto (ICR) |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120dB |
| Video Compression |
H.265, H.264, MJPEG; multiple streaming supported |
| Bandwidth Optimisation |
WiseStream II |
| Analytics |
Defocus detection, directional detection, motion detection, virtual area (intrusion/enter/exit), virtual line (crossing/direction), tampering |
| Hallway View |
90° / 270° rotation supported |
| Lens Distortion Correction |
LDC supported |
| Local Storage |
Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC, 1 slot, up to 128GB |
| Power |
PoE |
| Weather Rating |
IP66 |
| Housing Type |
Bullet |
Ideal Use Cases
Car Park and Open Area Monitoring
The 3mm lens and 98.3° HFoV allow a single HV-ANO-L7012R to cover broad lateral areas within a car park or open yard. The 20m IR range supports night-time monitoring of vehicle movement and pedestrian activity without external lighting.
Building Entrances and Gate Approaches
Mounted above an entrance or alongside a gate, the HV-ANO-L7012R captures a wide approach angle at 4MP resolution. The 120dB WDR manages the contrast between outdoor sunlight and shaded doorways or covered entry points.
Perimeter Fence Lines
The IP66 rating and IR night vision suit fence-line positions exposed to weather. Virtual line crossing and directional detection analytics provide targeted alerts when subjects cross a defined boundary, reducing the need to review continuous footage manually.
Outdoor Corridors and Covered Walkways
Hallway view mode at 90° or 270° rotation lets installers orient this bullet camera to cover the full length of a narrow covered walkway or external passage, maximising useful coverage along a corridor rather than across it.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need a cost-effective 4MP outdoor bullet camera for general perimeter and entry monitoring, with a wide 98.3° field of view from a 3mm fixed lens, IP66 weatherproofing, PoE power, 20m IR night vision, and H.265 compression with WiseStream II for efficient storage and bandwidth use across a multi-camera PoE installation.
- Choose a different model if: Your site requires coverage of a long, narrow outdoor approach where a varifocal bullet camera would let you adjust the framing after mounting to match the exact depth of the scene. If you need IR range beyond 20m for a long driveway or extended perimeter run, a bullet camera with a longer IR specification would be a more suitable choice. If vandal resistance is a priority, a camera with an IK-rated housing would provide better protection against deliberate physical interference.
FAQs
- What is the field of view on the HV-ANO-L7012R, and is it adjustable?
The HV-ANO-L7012R uses a fixed 3mm lens with a confirmed horizontal field of view of 98.3°. The lens is not adjustable after installation. This wide-angle fixed lens is designed for broad coverage at short-to-medium distances rather than narrow, long-range framing. Installers should confirm that the 3mm field of view matches the site layout before committing to this model.
- How far does the IR illumination reach at night?
The built-in IR LEDs provide a confirmed viewable length of 20 metres. In complete darkness with IR active, the camera operates at 0 Lux in black-and-white mode. This range suits monitoring of car parks, building entrances, and perimeter zones within that distance, but extended approaches beyond 20m would require a camera with a longer IR specification or supplementary external IR illuminators.
- Is the HV-ANO-L7012R suitable for outdoor installation in Australian conditions?
Yes. The camera carries an IP66 weather rating, which protects against dust ingress and powerful water jets. This makes it suited to exposed outdoor positions including external walls, eave mounts, and post mounts on fence lines. The IP66 rating does not cover full submersion, so locations subject to flooding or standing water are not appropriate.
- What analytics does this camera support on-board without additional software?
The HV-ANO-L7012R includes defocus detection, tampering, motion detection, virtual line crossing with directional detection, and virtual area intrusion and enter/exit detection, all processed on-board. These analytics allow event-triggered recording and alerts directly from the camera or compatible NVR without requiring a separate analytics server or software licence.
- Does the HV-ANO-L7012R support local storage independent of a recorder?
Yes. The camera includes a micro SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot supporting up to 128GB of local storage. This allows on-board edge recording as a backup to NVR storage, or as a standalone local recording option in smaller installations where a dedicated recorder is not used.
- What does WiseStream II do and why does it matter for storage?
WiseStream II is Hanwha’s proprietary compression technology that works alongside H.265 to dynamically reduce the bitrate in low-detail or static areas of the image while preserving quality in areas of movement. In practice this reduces bandwidth consumption and storage requirements compared to fixed-bitrate H.264 recording, which can extend the usable recording duration on both the on-board SD card and connected NVR. The HV-ANO-L7012R, available through Security Wholesalers as part of the Wisenet A Series range, includes WiseStream II as a confirmed standard feature.
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