Mini hard-wired cameras with mini lens

Products

RE-TBC4
25x25 B/W mini-camera

RE-TBC4X
As above but without lens

RE-TCC4
30x30 color mini-camera

RE-TCC4X
As above but without lens

RE-TCC4H
20x20 color mini-camera - High resolution 520 lines

RE-TCC4L
30x30 color mini-camera - Low lux

Further information

Technical data
Other lenses
Housings
 

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RE-TCC4
Size 30x30 mm.
(RE-TBC4 25x25 mm.)

RE-TCC4L
Size 30x30 mm.
Low lux CCD (0,05 Lux)

Get an idea of the camera size

RE-TCC4H
Size 20x20 mm.
High resolution 520 TV lines

mini-cameras datasheet

   res. 420/520
   low lux version
   audio
   small size
   true image colors

The mini lens supplied as standard is a wide angle 3.6 mm lens, but any DSE mini lens can be used. The standard versions are also available without lens in order to enable you to buy the best lens separately without paying the standard one.
>>> See lenses

Several kind of dome casings for mini-cameras are available
>>> See housings

These mini cameras, available in several versions, are an excellent solution when mounting space is limited and overall dimensions must be as small as possible.
DSE mini cams are not much larger than a coin and can therefore be easily installed anywhere. Unlike the minicameras for hidden applications, which have a pin-hole lens, these cameras come with an interchangeable mini lens which provide higher superior image quality and low light performance.
The compact size makes this products also suitable for hidden cameras, but they require a hole of at least 7/8 mm diameter and therefore must be placed far from the target (e.g. hidden camera on the ceiling).

Extra small size
When choosing a mini-camera overall dimensions are very important since these units are very often installed in small places. Using latest technology Micro SMD boards these cameras are smaller than most other CCD mini cameras on the market which are usually based on a 35x35 case.

RE-TBC4	25x25 mm. Depth including std. lens 25 mm.
RE-TCC4	30x30 mm. Depth including std. lens 29 mm.
RE-TCC4H	20x20 mm. Depth including std. lens 29 mm.
RE-TCC4L	30x30 mm. Depth including std. lens 29 mm.

The image on the left gives you an idea of the real dimensions of the products. Smaller cameras cannot be produced nowadays, using CCD sensors.

The camera
In spite of the small size these cameras are developed to provide the same quality level of bigger cameras. Cameras are available in several versions in order to meet any quality and budget requirements. The following table shows CCD brand, resolution and lux of every model.

Standard models RE-TCC4 and RE-TBC4 are suitable for general purposes. RE-TCC4H with high resolution and extra small size is ideal when maximum performance is required. RE-TCC4L, with Sony ExView CCD is recommended for low light applications, considering that minicameras cannot use IR illuminator.

The lens
The cameras come with a mini lens with S mount. This type of lenses, designed for mini cams, provide similar quality and low light performance than bigger lenses.
The standard lens is 3.6 mm focal lenght (RE-036S), which gives a wide-angle view, normally suitable to short distance view. The standard lens can be anyway replaced by any other S type M12 lens (see lens page) and this makes these cameras suitable to any environment from small rooms to faraway surveillance.
When choosing the best lens for your purpose using the lens tables, bear in mind that the camera RE-TCC4 comes with 1/4" CCD while all other models are based on 1/3 CCD.
Low cost models RE-TBC4 /RE-TCC4 can be also purchased without lens, in order to buy the favorite lens separately without having to pay for the standard one.

Audio
All DSE mini cams have a built-in high sensitivity microphone. The microphone is placed beside the lens.
RE-TCC4H, due to the very small size comes without microphone.

Mounting bracket
All cameras come with a mini mounting bracket than can be used or removed according to the application.

Camera housing
All DSE mini cams can be installed in a DOME type housing which both protects the camera from dust and also adds a high tech touch to the decor.  Both indoor and outdoor, shockproof casing are available. For more information consult the page on >>> housings.

Wiring and installation
These cameras can be directly connected to a TV or  monitor using a cable.
They come with a cable  of around 40 cm which has RCA video connector and an audio connector, as well as a plug for the power supply.
To extend this you can use the 20 m cable RE-CT1 (video+audio+power), or for longer distances RG59 coaxial cable.
The cameras take a 12 VDC power supply. To convert 220V mains power into 12 VDC a 220VAC/12VDC adaptor such as  RE-AL4S is used. If you need to control more than one camera you can use a device such as a switcher, quad splitter or multiplexer. Modern digital video recorders do not require these control devices and cameras can be directly connected to their video input terminals.
These mini cams are also available in a wireless version with a RadioEye transmitter.
For those with less experience, or needing to refresh their knowledge, the  tutorials section contains a number of lessons explaining how to wire and install a hard-wired CCTV system correctly.

The product includes
  Camera with mini lens RE-036S or without lens
  Swivel bracket
  Video+audio+power cable 

PLEASE NOTE: Unlike our wireless cameras, these hard-wired mini cams are supplied without a power adaptor, which must be ordered separately (RE-AL4S)