Military-Grade Ultra-Low-Light AI Camera System (No DVR Required)
0.001 lux @ 10 fps, 4250 m person detection, 110 mm F1.2 starlight colour surveillance.
System Detail
What It Is
The XHC2110C-ABF is an Ultra Low Light EO Surveillance Camera — a fixed-mount, full-HD colour night vision system built on a 0.8-inch large-format CMOS sensor with a 110 mm equivalent high-aperture F1.2 optic, delivering continuous 24/7 full-colour imaging under natural starlight conditions without any auxiliary infrared illumination.
Performance
The XHC2110C-ABF achieves a minimum effective illumination of 0.001 lux at 10 fps and 0.0004 lux at 2 fps, supporting operation under natural starlight conditions. Against a 1.7 m × 0.5 m human target using US NVESD methodology, the camera delivers a detection range of 4250 m, recognition range of 1060 m, and identification range of 660 m. Dynamic range reaches 72 dB with WDR off and 84 dB to 120 dB adjustable with WDR on. Frame rate is selectable from 2 to 30 fps across four automatic exposure modes.
Key Technical Features
- Auto Back Focus (ABF) with motorised remote focus adjustment via RJ45 or WiFi, enabling installation in elevated or inaccessible mounting positions without on-site optical alignment.
- ONVIF / RTSP / PELCO protocol support over RJ45 Ethernet with optional WiFi (standard) and 4G LTE, plus WebRTC remote access via optional licence.
- AI video analytics supporting global alert, cross-border alert, and regional alert detection modes, with AI analytics detection at ≥ 265 m extendable 3× via manual zoom.
- 3D noise reduction, wide dynamic range (WDR), fog penetration enhancement, and electronic image stabilisation implemented in-camera for adverse-condition deployment.
Platform Compatibility
The XHC2110C-ABF is designed for fixed mast-mount, wall-mount, and tower surveillance installations in border surveillance, perimeter security, maritime monitoring, and critical infrastructure protection roles, and integrates with VMS platforms via ONVIF, RTSP, and PELCO; OEM integration is supported via the XHM2110M-ABF bare module variant sharing identical imaging performance.
Starlight Full-Colour Imaging
The XHC2110C-ABF operates on a 0.8-inch CMOS sensor with 5.8 µm pixel pitch and a 110 mm F1.2 high-aperture optic, capturing full-colour imagery without any auxiliary infrared illumination. This passive imaging approach enables covert surveillance without betraying the camera's presence through emitted light.
Auto Back Focus Technology
ABF provides motorised, electronically controlled focus adjustment accessible over the network, eliminating the need for on-site optical alignment after installation. This feature is critical for cameras mounted on tall masts, towers, or other elevated structures where physical access for manual focus is impractical.
Long-Range DRI Performance
Against a standard 1.7 m × 0.5 m human target using US NVESD methodology, the camera delivers detection at 4250 m, recognition at 1060 m, and identification at 660 m. These ranges apply consistently across both day and night operating conditions.
Multi-Mode Network Integration
The camera supports ONVIF, RTSP, and PELCO protocols over wired RJ45 Ethernet with integrated WiFi as standard and optional 4G LTE for wireless or remote deployment. WebRTC remote server access is available via optional licence for real-time connectivity across wide-area networks.
Our technical team provides pre-sales support for system integration planning, field testing, and deployment assessment.
Contact Technical TeamFull Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| GENERAL | |
| Model Number | XHC2110C-ABF |
| OPTICAL | |
| Sensor Type | CMOS (EO/Ultra Low Light) |
| Sensor Size | 0.8 inch |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1080 |
| Pixel Size | 5.8 µm × 5.8 µm |
| Color Mode | 24/7 Full-color |
| Focal Length | 110 mm equivalent |
| Aperture (F-number) | F1.2 |
| FOV Horizontal | 12.8° |
| PERFORMANCE | |
| Min. Illumination | 0.001 lux @ 10 fps |
| Illumination Range | 100000 lux (maximum) |
| Frame Rate | 30 / 25 / 10 / 5 / 2 fps |
| Dynamic Range | 72 dB (WDR OFF) / 84–120 dB (WDR ON) |
| Shutter Type | Rolling shutter |
| MECHANICAL | |
| Dimensions | 213 × 102 × 102 mm |
| Weight | 1.13 kg |
| ELECTRICAL | |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V ± 3 V |
| Power Consumption | < 2.0 W (WiFi off); < 3.3 W (WiFi on, AF on) |
| ENVIRONMENTAL | |
| Operating Temperature | −20 °C to +70 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 °C to +85 °C |
| FEATURES | |
| Wide Dynamic Range | 84–120 dB adjustable (WDR ON) |
| Noise Reduction | 3D noise reduction |
| Image Stabilisation | Electronic image stabilisation |
| Defog / Dehaze | Fog penetration enhancement |
| ONVIF Profile | ONVIF compliant |
| SDK Support | SDK available upon request; HTTP API supported |
| DRI PERFORMANCE | |
| DRI Test Standard | US NVESD measurement standards |
| DRI Target Size Basis | 1.7 m × 0.5 m |
| Detection Range (Person) | 4250 m |
| Recognition Range (Person) | 1060 m |
| Identification Range (Person) | 660 m |
| INTERFACE | |
| Video Output | RJ45 Ethernet (standard); HD-SDI (optional) |
| Interface Type | RJ45 / WiFi / 4G |
| Network Protocol | ONVIF / RTSP / PELCO |
| Streaming Protocol | RTSP / WebRTC (licence optional) |
Designed for the Field
Long-Range Border and Perimeter Surveillance
The XHC2110C-ABF delivers ultra-long-range identification-class night vision for border and perimeter security operations requiring continuous 24/7 colour imaging.
Maritime and Coastal Monitoring
The camera is suited to coastal monitoring stations and vessel-side surveillance positions requiring passive starlight imaging over open water.
Critical Infrastructure and OEM Integration
The camera integrates into VMS-based critical infrastructure protection systems and is available as a bare imaging module (XHM2110M-ABF) for OEM system builders.
Border and Perimeter Surveillance
The XHC2110C-ABF is purpose-built for long-range border surveillance and perimeter security where continuous 24/7 full-colour night imaging is required without emitting infrared light that could betray camera positions. Its 4250 m detection range and 660 m identification range provide operators with identification-class intelligence at ranges far exceeding conventional IP cameras. The large 0.8-inch CMOS sensor with 5.8 µm pixel pitch and F1.2 aperture optic capture sufficient photons under natural starlight at 0.001 lux to maintain full-colour detail, and the rolling shutter design supports frame rate reduction to 2 fps for maximum sensitivity at ultra-low light levels.
- Detection Range (Person): 4250 m
- Identification Range (Person): 660 m
- Min. Illumination: 0.001 lux @ 10 fps
- Focus: Auto Back Focus (ABF) — remote motorised
Maritime and Coastal Monitoring
Coastal surveillance stations and maritime monitoring platforms require passive night vision cameras that can detect and track vessels and personnel over open water without reliance on active illumination. The XHC2110C-ABF delivers 4250 m detection range against a person-sized target under starlight, making it well suited to port perimeter surveillance, coastal observation posts, and vessel-mounted situational awareness systems. The ONVIF and RTSP protocol support allows integration with existing VMS-based maritime operations centres, while optional 4G LTE connectivity enables deployment at remote coastal locations without fixed network infrastructure.
- Detection Range (Person): 4250 m
- Protocol: ONVIF / RTSP / PELCO
- Connectivity: RJ45 / WiFi / 4G LTE (optional)
- Operating Temperature: −20 °C to +70 °C
Critical Infrastructure and OEM Integration
Critical infrastructure protection — power stations, data centres, and transportation hubs — demands covert, always-on optical surveillance that remains effective under the low ambient light common at these sites overnight. The XHC2110C-ABF provides full-colour imaging from starlight levels with AI analytics (global, cross-border, and regional alert modes) to reduce operator workload. For system integrators and OEM builders, the identical XHM2110M-ABF bare module variant provides the same imaging, optical, and electronic performance without outer housing, with SDK and HTTP API access available upon request for custom integration.
- AI Analytics Range: ≥ 265 m (extendable 3× with manual zoom)
- SDK: available upon request; HTTP API supported
- Dynamic Range: 72 dB WDR OFF / 84–120 dB WDR ON
- Weight: 1.13 kg
System Integration
Interface Architecture
The XHC2110C-ABF provides a primary RJ45 Ethernet interface with ONVIF, RTSP, and PELCO protocol support, supplemented by integrated WiFi and optional 4G LTE for wireless deployment.
Full integration schematics, SDK access, and HTTP API documentation are available to verified corporate account holders.
Ethernet Interface
The primary interface is an RJ45 Ethernet port supporting ONVIF, RTSP, and PELCO protocols for direct integration with video management systems and network recorders. An HD-SDI output is selectable as an alternative to RJ45 for direct coaxial integration into legacy SDI matrix systems.
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