Unfortunately for us, the ACTi KCM-5311 IP Box Camera will not be available in the UK until mid-August, but be sure to keep an eye on our blog and product pages for availability.

• ACTi Product Pages
• ACTi KCM-5311 IP Box Camera
• ACTi KCM Product Range

• Real-time viewing.
• PTZ control: Pan, Tilt and Zoom control available for ACTi PTZ cameras, including preset points.
• Search and Playback video with both time based and event based search functions.
• Auto screen rotation.

For ACTi product pages, datasheets and product images please use the links below:

• ACTi Product Pages
• Entire range of IP Cameras

The range includes both 2-Megapixel and 4-Megapixel Box Cameras and Fixed Dome Cameras, all available in full HD 1080p.

The specification for the KCM cameras is impressive, with the KCM-5211 achieving 18x optical zoom with auto-focus in 4-Megapixel resolution; a market first!

Also, unlike other day/night cameras the KCM range cameras come with ACTi’s unique adaptive profile algorithm, which allows the dynamic alteration of the cameras’ parameters according to the current conditions, ensuring the best possible video quality.

Clarity is key with the KCM range. With regard to image quality, ACTi are market-leaders, with the KCM-7111 and KCM-5111 offering 1561 TV lines.

For more information and full product specifications, please see the use-IP product pages.

Or, view the entire ACTi KCM series here.

Box Cameras

• ACTi KCM-5111 H.264 4-Megapixel IP D/N PoE Box Camera
• ACTi KCM-5211 18x Zoom H.264 4-Megapixel IP D/N PoE Box Camera
•  ACTi KCM-5311 35x Zoom H.264 2-Megapixel IP D/N PoE Box Camera

Fixed Dome Cameras

• ACTi KCM-7111 H.264 4-Megapixel IP D/N Vandal proof PoE Rugged Dome
• ACTi KCM- 7211 3.6x Zoom 4-Megapixel IP D/N Vandal proof PoE Rugged Dome with P-Iris

If this raises any further queries, please feel free to use the comments section below, or our ACTi Forum.

ACTi provide their CCTV software free-of-charge, on a CD, in the box with every new camera.

ACTi’s software will only manage and record ACTi cameras.

We would recommend that anybody installing ACTi’s NVR software checks their website for the very latest software version (click the software tab at the bottom of that page to see the latest version).

Also, if you already have ACTi’s NVR software installed, you should check their upgrade instructions for the correct upgrade routine according to your existing version, operating system, etc.

Information on ACTi’s latest NVR software version:

ACTi’s new NVR software application is now available for download. The NVR 2.2 is the first FREE 64-channel management software supporting MJPEG, MPEG4 and the most efficient compression standard – H.264.

NVR 2.2 supports ACTi’s full product lineup; Box, Bullet, Fixed Dome, PTZ and Speed Domes. All resolutions from VGA up to Megapixel are supported. Additionally, users can do real-time live view monitoring, recording and playback with simultaneous 64-channel window display. With the enhancement of overall control management, NVR 2.2 empowers users with a smooth and fast operating speed while processing multiple tasks at the same time.

ACTi is the only IP camera manufacturer offering free “server-client” software with streaming engine. Our complete unified solution includes a full line of hardware devices and management software that enables customers to easily enjoy anytime/anywhere video monitoring without any extra licensing costs or maintenance fees.

Other key feature enhancements along with the formal release of NVR 2.2 are highlighted as follows:

• Auto Upgrade
• Supports Windows Vista Ultimate and Windows Server 2008.
• Supports SQL Express 2005 SP3.
• Easy accessibility to ACTi camera through both hostname and IP address.
• The ability to automatically backup E-Map images, language settings, and manual snapshot files during software upgrade.
• Improved System Monitor for system log search by date, time, channel, user and login IP. System log export is also available.
• Supports our latest H.264 devices.
• Enhanced Playback Speed Control
• Event ID Supported
• AccessKey to Maintain Image Aspect Ratio
• Export Video in AVI format or JPEG Files
• Enhanced Digital Zoom Operation

Along with this new version release, ACTi announced the availability of their new Central Management Server (CMS) software, which makes video management in large scale or multi-site projects easier and more cost-effective.

Check our ACTi Forum for further FAQs.

See the range of ACTi cameras, servers and software in our webshop.

Or feel free to leave comments below.

ACTi have recently upgraded their free NVR software application.

The NVR 2.2 is the first FREE 64-channel management software supporting MJPEG, MPEG4 and the most efficient compression standard – H.264.

NVR 2.2 supports ACTi’s full product range of IP cameras and video servers; Box, Bullet, Fixed Dome, PTZ and Speed Domes. All resolutions from VGA up to Megapixel are supported.

Additionally, users can select real-time live view monitoring, recording and playback with simultaneous 64-channel window display. With the enhancement of overall control management, NVR 2.2 empowers users a smooth and fast operating speed while processing multiple tasks at the same time.

ACTi is the only IP camera manufacturer offering FREE “server-client” software with streaming engine. Our complete unified solution includes a full line of hardware devices and management software that enables customers to easily enjoy anytime/anywhere video monitoring without any extra licensing costs or maintenance fees.

Other key feature enhancements along with the formal release of NVR 2.2 are highlighted as the followings.

· Auto Upgrade

· Supports New OS

· Supports ACTi New Products

· Enhanced Playback Speed Control

· Event ID Supported

· AccessKey to Maintain Image Aspect Ratio

· Export Video in AVI format or JPEG Files

· Enhanced Digital Zoom Operation

NB ACTi’s NVR software is currently only compatible with their own brand of network cameras and servers.

Take a look at this video clip from the ACTi ACM-4200 Megapixel Cube Camera.

It’s a 1.3 Megapixel network camera. 1.3 megapixels is three times the image resolution of the traditional CCTV cameras watching over your Reception area or shop!

Simply connect it to the nearest network point and record the video on a PC (ACTi provide their NVR Professional video recording software free-of-charge on a CD in the box with each camera – for use with up to 64 cameras!).

Dome cameras deliver everything you need in one easy-to-install package.

ACTi ACM-7411 vandal-resistant dome camera

Camera, lens and outdoor weatherproof camera housing all in the one assembly.

In the case of this ACTi 7411 IP camera it’s also a vandal-resistant housing – ideal for those applications where you may have some fear of unwanted interference with the camera (indoors or out).

And, it’s a 1.3 megapixel camera, delivering over three times the image resolution of a traditional analogue camera.

And, it’s supplied with a vari-focal lens that allows you to adjust the field of view to suit the scene you want to cover.

And, it’s POE enabled, for an easy installation with video and power via a single Cat5 cable connection to your nearest network point.

And, ACTi supply their NVR Professional video recording software for up to 64 cameras free-of-charge in the box with each camera.

ACTi NVR Professional free video recording software

ACTi NVR Enterprise free video recording software

The Professional version is shipped on a CD in the box with every camera purchased and can manage up to 64 cameras on any single site.

The Enterprise version can be downloaded from ACTi’s website free of charge. This version can be used for multi-site solutions where there are up to 16 cameras at each site. For camera counts greater than 16 on multiple sites ACTi NVR Enterprise can manage up to 64 cameras but, they charge for licences for 32, 48, and 64 camera versions – please contact us if you need any further details on this software.

Currently, this free video recording software only manages ACTi products, but you can mix their video inputs from their megapixel network cameras, standard IP video cameras and analogue CCTV to IP Video servers.

Their offer of free video software makes this perhaps the ideal migration route for owners of existing analogue CCTV cameras. Simply convert those CCTV cameras into IP video feeds by use of an ACTi video server. Then install their free recording software onto a suitable PC. Then add megapixel network cameras for better resolution IP CCTV into the future …