{"product_id":"hilook-by-hikvision-ipc-t240h-mu-4mp","title":"HiLook by Hikvision IPC-T240H-MU 4MP Fixed Turret Network Camera","description":"\u003cspan style=\"display:none;\" data-sa=\"security-australia.com.au\" data-content-type=\"product-description\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eModel: IPC-T240H-MU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eFor installers and property owners who need a dependable 4MP turret camera that fits cleanly under eaves, on soffits, or on external walls without the bulk of a bullet housing. The HiLook IPC-T240H-MU suits small-to-medium residential and commercial installs where image detail, weatherproofing, and straightforward PoE deployment matter more than wide-area pan or zoom. The built-in microphone makes it a practical pick for entry points, driveways, and shopfronts where audio context alongside video is useful. HiLook sits within the Hikvision product family, so integrators already working with Hikvision NVRs will find this camera slotting into existing infrastructure without compatibility headaches. It is a sensible choice for clients wanting a step up from entry-level resolution without committing to a full commercial-grade build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eWhat This Camera Actually Does\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 16px; margin: 10px 0 18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; padding: 16px 18px; background: #fff; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a2e;\"\u003e4MP Resolution\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAt 2560x1440, this camera captures noticeably more detail than a standard 2MP unit. Faces, number plates, and clothing become identifiable in footage rather than just visible, which matters when reviewing incidents after the fact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; padding: 16px 18px; background: #fff; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a2e;\"\u003eBuilt-in Microphone\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eThe MU designation confirms an onboard microphone, so audio is recorded alongside video without needing a separate audio input device or external mic. Useful for entry points, reception areas, and any location where spoken interaction or ambient sound is relevant to footage review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; padding: 16px 18px; background: #fff; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a2e;\"\u003eIR Night Vision\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eInfrared LEDs provide monochrome night visibility up to 30m in low or zero ambient light. The turret housing keeps the IR array close to the lens, minimising reflection off glass surfaces compared to dome camera designs with protective covers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; padding: 16px 18px; background: #fff; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a2e;\"\u003eIP67 Weatherproofing\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eRated IP67, the camera is fully dust-tight and handles water immersion up to 1 metre. In practical terms this means it is built for exposed outdoor positions including eaves on coastal properties, car parks, and external building corners exposed to direct rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; padding: 16px 18px; background: #fff; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a2e;\"\u003ePoE Powered\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIEEE 802.3af PoE means a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable handles both network data and power. No separate power cabling to the camera position, which keeps installation cleaner and reduces points of failure, especially across multi-camera runs back to a central NVR or PoE switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 260px; padding: 16px 18px; background: #fff; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08); border-radius: 6px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 6px 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 15px; color: #1a1a2e;\"\u003eH.265+ Compression\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eH.265+ reduces the bandwidth and storage footprint of 4MP footage significantly compared to H.264. For systems running multiple cameras to a shared NVR, this keeps hard drive requirements manageable without dropping to a lower resolution stream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eWho Buys This Model\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 6px 0 16px 22px; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidential installers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Running multi-camera PoE systems on homes where 4MP detail is needed at driveways, side gates, and entry doors - one cable per camera position keeps the job clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall retail and cafe operators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Who want audio and video at a counter or entrance without visible cabling clutter - the compact turret profile sits flush and the built-in mic removes the need for additional audio hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrata and property managers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifying cameras for common areas such as car park entries, lift lobbies, and building perimeters where IP67 durability and Hikvision ecosystem compatibility are standard requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrators expanding existing Hikvision NVR systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding cameras to a site already running Hikvision or HiLook NVR infrastructure, where plug-and-play channel recognition and shared management software reduce commissioning time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eHonest Assessment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003eThe IPC-T240H-MU does its core job well: 4MP resolution in a weatherproof turret body with a built-in mic, H.265+ compression, and PoE powering - all at a price point that makes multi-camera residential and light commercial installs viable without engineering the budget. The turret form factor also avoids the IR glare issues that plague dome cameras with protective glass covers, giving cleaner night footage. Where it will not deliver is in scenarios requiring long-range identification beyond 30m, wide-area coverage from a single mounting point, or active deterrence with light and siren. It is also a fixed lens camera - if the scene requires a specific narrow field of view or optical zoom to an object at distance, a varifocal model suits better. Available through Security Australia, this camera fits well as a workhorse unit within a broader system rather than a standalone solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eBefore You Buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left: 4px solid #e8735a; padding: 12px 16px; margin: 10px 0; background: #fdf8f6;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.7;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLens Field of View:\u003c\/strong\u003e The IPC-T240H-MU ships with a fixed lens - confirm the focal length suits your mounting position before purchase. A 2.8mm lens gives a wide field of view ideal for close-range entry points and corridors, but will not provide the narrower angle needed for long driveways or car park approaches where subject detail at distance is the priority. If the installation requires coverage of a 15m-plus approach with facial detail, consider a 4mm or varifocal alternative in the HiLook range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eQuick Fit Check\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 6px 0 16px 22px; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood match if:\u003c\/strong\u003e You are building or expanding a PoE NVR system on a residential or small commercial site and need 4MP outdoor cameras that record audio without additional hardware at each camera position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood match if:\u003c\/strong\u003e The install is on an existing Hikvision or HiLook NVR and you want plug-and-play channel recognition with H.265+ compression to keep storage requirements in check across multiple cameras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may need a different model if:\u003c\/strong\u003e The primary requirement is active deterrence with visible white light and siren, or if you need to identify subjects at ranges beyond 30m - a full-colour TiOC turret or a varifocal bullet camera would be more appropriate for those scenarios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 8px 0 18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eModel\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHiLook IPC-T240H-MU\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0; background: #f9f7f5;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eResolution\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e4MP (2560x1440)\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eCamera Type\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFixed Turret Network Camera\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0; background: #f9f7f5;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eIR Range\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eUp to 30m\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eVideo Compression\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eH.265+\/H.265\/H.264+\/H.264\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0; background: #f9f7f5;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eAudio\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eBuilt-in microphone\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIEEE 802.3af PoE \/ 12V DC\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0; background: #f9f7f5;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eIngress Protection\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eIP67\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eNetwork Interface\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eRJ45 10M\/100M Ethernet\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0; background: #f9f7f5;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eDay\/Night\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAuto (ICR)\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eWDR\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eDigital WDR\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0; background: #f9f7f5;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eHiLook by Hikvision\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 38% 1fr; border-bottom: 1px solid #f0f0f0; padding: 9px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight: 700; color: #1a1a2e; font-size: 14px; padding-right: 12px;\"\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e-30°C to 60°C\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eReal-World Scenarios\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 16px; margin: 10px 0 18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 240px; border-radius: 6px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #1a1a2e; padding: 10px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px; color: #fff;\"\u003eResidential Front Entry\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eMounted under the eave above a front door, the turret body sits flush without protruding. IP67 handles rain exposure, the built-in mic captures audio at the door, and 4MP resolution gives identifiable detail of visitors and delivery personnel within the 30m IR range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 240px; border-radius: 6px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #1a1a2e; padding: 10px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px; color: #fff;\"\u003eSmall Retail Shopfront\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003ePositioned above a shop entry, the camera records customer movement and audio at the counter zone. A single PoE cable run to the NVR keeps the install tidy, and H.265+ compression means even continuous 4MP recording does not consume storage at an unmanageable rate across a multi-camera setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 240px; border-radius: 6px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #1a1a2e; padding: 10px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px; color: #fff;\"\u003eStrata Car Park Entry\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eWall-mounted at a basement car park entry ramp, IP67 weatherproofing handles moisture and exhaust exposure. The 4MP sensor captures enough detail to distinguish vehicle colours and read plates at close range where vehicles pause to enter, without requiring a specialised ANPR camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 240px; border-radius: 6px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #1a1a2e; padding: 10px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px; color: #fff;\"\u003eHikvision NVR Expansion\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eAn existing site running a Hikvision NVR needs additional cameras added to spare PoE channels. As a HiLook-by-Hikvision model, the IPC-T240H-MU is recognised automatically by compatible NVR firmware, reducing commissioning time and keeping the system under a single management interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1 1 240px; border-radius: 6px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 2px 8px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #1a1a2e; padding: 10px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; font-weight: 700; font-size: 14px; color: #fff;\"\u003eSide Gate or Laneway\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"background: #fff; padding: 12px 14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; color: #444; font-size: 14px;\"\u003eSoffit-mounted at a side gate or narrow laneway, the turret form factor allows the lens to be angled toward the approach path after installation. IR night vision covers the full approach length in low light, and the compact housing avoids the vandal target profile of a protruding bullet camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 6px 0 16px 22px; padding-left: 18px; line-height: 1.8;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose this if:\u003c\/strong\u003e You need a low-profile 4MP outdoor turret with a built-in microphone and PoE powering for residential or light commercial installs on a Hikvision-compatible NVR system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may need a different model if:\u003c\/strong\u003e The install requires active deterrence with strobe and siren, long-range IR beyond 30m, or full-colour night vision without IR - a TiOC turret or colour-night bullet camera would be more appropriate for those requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs well with:\u003c\/strong\u003e A HiLook or Hikvision PoE NVR with onboard storage - the H.265+ stream from this camera is well-matched to the recording and playback features of that NVR type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col style=\"margin: 6px 0 16px 22px; padding-left: 24px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eDoes the IPC-T240H-MU record audio as well as video?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    Yes. The \"MU\" designation confirms a built-in microphone, so audio is captured alongside the video stream without any additional hardware. The audio data is recorded to a compatible NVR alongside the 4MP video channel, making it straightforward to review incidents where spoken conversation or ambient noise is relevant.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eWill this camera work with my existing Hikvision NVR?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    Yes, in most cases. As a HiLook-by-Hikvision model, the IPC-T240H-MU is designed for compatibility with Hikvision NVR platforms and is typically auto-detected on the same network. Confirm your NVR firmware is current and that a spare PoE channel is available. Maximum channel count and supported resolution per channel vary by NVR model, so check your NVR specifications before adding cameras.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eWhat PoE standard does the IPC-T240H-MU require?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    Standard IEEE 802.3af PoE is sufficient. This camera does not require PoE+ (802.3at), so it is compatible with most standard PoE switches and PoE NVRs without needing an upgraded power budget per port. A single Cat5e or Cat6 cable up to 100m from the switch or NVR carries both power and data to the camera.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eHow does H.265+ affect storage requirements compared to H.264?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    H.265+ reduces storage consumption significantly - typically by up to 75% compared to H.264 at equivalent quality settings. For a multi-camera install recording continuously at 4MP, the difference in required hard drive capacity is substantial. Enabling H.265+ on both the camera and the NVR is recommended before calculating your storage sizing. Security Australia stocks compatible NVRs and hard drives if you are building a complete system.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eIs this camera suitable for use in direct rain or near coastal properties?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    Yes. The IP67 ingress protection rating means the housing is fully dust-tight and can withstand water immersion to 1 metre, which exceeds the requirements of direct rainfall and coastal spray exposure. The operating temperature range of -30 to 60 degrees Celsius also covers Australian outdoor conditions in all climate zones.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin: 12px 0;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0 0 4px 0;\"\u003eWill this camera identify number plates at a car park entrance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    At close range, yes. The 4MP sensor captures sufficient detail for plate identification when vehicles are within approximately 5-8 metres and moving slowly - such as at a boom gate or ramp entry point. It is not an ANPR camera and will not reliably read plates on vehicles passing at speed or at distances beyond this range. For dedicated number plate capture at higher distances or vehicle speeds, a purpose-built ANPR camera is the appropriate solution.\n  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 20px 0 8px 0; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 3px solid #e8735a;\"\u003eDownloads \u0026amp; Resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 12px 0;\"\u003eNo downloads available for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"Does the IPC-T240H-MU record audio as well as video?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Yes. The \\\"MU\\\" designation confirms a built-in microphone, so audio is captured alongside the video stream without any additional hardware. 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