Hikvision iDS-2CD7A45G0/P-IZHSY (4.7-118MM) 4MP Bullet ANPR, 4.7-118mm, 200m IR, Heater, NEMA 4X, 60fps

Model: iDS-2CD7A45G0/P-IZHSY

Who This Is For

For integrators and traffic engineers who need accurate automated number plate recognition at real-world vehicle speeds without a controlled fixed-approach lane. The Hikvision iDS-2CD7A45G0/P-IZHSY pairs a deep learning ANPR engine with a 4.7-118mm motorised varifocal lens, giving operators the flexibility to frame a specific lane or capture point precisely from a distance - without physically relocating the camera. At 200m IR range and a built-in heater, this camera keeps operating in cold, wet, or coastal environments where standard bullet cameras degrade. The NEMA 4X-rated housing adds corrosion resistance that matters at toll points, fuel terminals, mine site entries, and industrial gates. With 60fps capture, fast-moving vehicles are less likely to produce blurred plates, and the deep learning classifier adds vehicle colour, type, and make data alongside each plate read.

What This Camera Actually Does

Who Buys This Model

• Parking and access control integrators: Deploying automated vehicle access at boom gate entries where plate-triggered barrier control must work reliably in all lighting conditions, including overnight with no external illumination.
• Mining and resources site managers: Controlling vehicle access at remote site entries where NEMA 4X corrosion resistance and the built-in heater handle dust, temperature extremes, and harsh environmental conditions that standard cameras cannot withstand.
• Port and logistics terminal operators: Monitoring vehicle movements at container terminal gates or fuel depot entries in coastal environments where salt air corrosion is an ongoing problem for camera housings.
• Traffic management authorities: Deploying roadside plate capture on approaches to restricted zones, weigh stations, or tolled corridors where 60fps capture improves read rates for vehicles not slowing to a crawl.
• Security consultants specifying hard-environment ANPR: Writing ANPR camera specs for sites where standard IP-rated bullet cameras have previously failed due to condensation, corrosion, or cold-start issues.

Honest Assessment

The iDS-2CD7A45G0/P-IZHSY is a purpose-built ANPR camera that combines hardware suited to harsh environments with on-board deep learning recognition. The 4.7-118mm motorised lens, 200m IR, heater, and NEMA 4X housing put it in a different category from general-purpose varifocal bullets being pressed into ANPR duty. The 60fps capture rate and deep learning classifier meaningfully improve read rates and metadata richness compared to lower-frame-rate ANPR alternatives. It is available through Security Australia as part of the Hikvision DeepinView range. Where this camera is not the right fit: if you need full-colour night imaging rather than IR plate capture, or if your application requires wide-area general surveillance across multiple lanes rather than a dedicated single-lane ANPR read point, a different product type will serve you better. This is a specialist camera - it is not priced or configured for general-purpose outdoor coverage duties.

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You need a single-lane ANPR camera at a gate, boom barrier, or site entry in a corrosive or cold environment where standard IP-rated cameras have previously failed.
• Good match if: Your installation requires remote lens adjustment after mounting - the 4.7-118mm motorised varifocal allows the capture zone to be refined from the NVR or VMS without accessing the housing.
• You may need a different model if: Your requirement is multi-lane free-flow highway ANPR at high vehicle speeds across 3 or more simultaneous lanes - that application typically calls for a dedicated multi-sensor or overhead gantry ANPR system rather than a single-camera solution.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: Your site requires dedicated on-camera ANPR with deep learning classification in a harsh, corrosive, or cold environment where standard IP-rated cameras have proven inadequate.
• You may need a different model if: Your application is multi-lane free-flow highway plate capture at high speeds - that typically calls for a purpose-built overhead gantry ANPR system with multiple coordinated cameras rather than a single fixed-mount unit.
• Pairs well with: A Hikvision DeepinView-compatible NVR or VMS platform that supports ANPR data logging, plate search, and vehicle classification filtering from the camera's on-board AI output.

Common Questions

1. Does this camera do ANPR on-board or does it need a separate server?

   On-board. The iDS-2CD7A45G0/P-IZHSY processes number plate recognition using its own deep learning chip - no separate analytics server or third-party software is required to generate plate reads and vehicle classification data. Results are available directly via the camera's stream and can be passed to a compatible NVR or VMS for search and logging. A server-based ANPR solution may offer additional features for high-volume enterprise deployments, but for access control and gate applications, the on-camera processing is self-contained.

2. What vehicle speeds can this camera successfully read number plates at?

   This camera is designed for controlled-approach ANPR rather than open-road free-flow capture. It performs reliably at entry and exit speeds typical of gate, boom barrier, and site access scenarios - generally up to approximately 120 km/h in a well-configured capture zone. The 60fps frame rate improves the probability of capturing a clean, unblurred plate image at higher approach speeds compared to 25fps cameras. For genuine high-speed free-flow highway enforcement across open lanes, a specialised traffic enforcement camera system is the more appropriate product type.

3. Will this camera work in a coastal or chemical plant environment?

   Yes. The NEMA 4X-rated housing is specifically rated for corrosion resistance from salt water, chemical splash, and industrial atmospheric exposure - beyond what a standard IP66 or IP67 rating covers. Standard IP ratings address water and dust ingress but do not include a corrosion resistance requirement. NEMA 4X is the appropriate specification for coastal, marine, port, and chemical processing environments where housing degradation has been a recurring issue with standard-rated cameras.

4. Does the built-in heater require a special power supply?

   Yes, in most cases. The heater draws additional power on top of the camera's standard operating consumption. Standard IEEE 802.3af PoE provides a maximum of 15.4W, which may not be sufficient when the heater is active. Specify a PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) switch or injector rated to 30W minimum to ensure the camera operates correctly through full heater-active periods. Check the official datasheet for the exact wattage figure with heater engaged before finalising your PoE switch selection.

5. What does the vehicle classification feature actually log alongside the plate?

   It logs vehicle colour, vehicle type (such as sedan, SUV, truck, or bus), and vehicle make. This metadata is captured and stored alongside each plate read event. In access control applications, this provides a secondary verification check - for example, confirming that the vehicle triggering a plate match physically matches the registered vehicle type and colour on file, rather than relying on plate data alone.

6. What camera angle relative to the number plate gives the best ANPR results?

   The optimal capture angle is as close to perpendicular to the plate face as site conditions allow. Recognition accuracy degrades progressively as the horizontal angle from straight-on increases. As a practical guide, angles beyond approximately 25-30 degrees from perpendicular will begin to reduce recognition rates noticeably, regardless of image resolution or frame rate. Mounting height also affects the vertical angle to the plate - the camera position should be planned to keep both horizontal and vertical angles within acceptable ranges before installation. Security Australia recommends reviewing Hikvision's ANPR installation guidelines for this model before finalising the bracket and pole position.

7. Can the 4.7-118mm lens be adjusted remotely after installation?

   Yes. The motorised varifocal lens supports remote zoom and focus adjustment via a compatible Hikvision NVR or VMS platform without physically accessing the camera housing. This is particularly useful at height-mounted or difficult-to-reach installations where adjusting the capture zone post-commissioning would otherwise require a return visit with access equipment. Remote adjustment also allows the framing to be refined if lane positions or access configurations change after initial installation.

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