Network Dome Security Camera VERKADA HARDWARE CD22 — Indoor, Vandal-Resistant, Color Day/Night, 3 MP (2048×1536), Fixed Iris, Fixed Focal, LAN 10/100, H.265/H.264, PoE

VERKADA HARDWARE CD22 is a network dome security camera designed for indoor surveillance with a vandal-resistant enclosure and a fixed 3 MP (2048×1536) image sensor. The camera provides color day/night capture with a fixed iris and fixed focal length, delivers H.265 and H.264 video compression for efficient storage and streaming, and connects via 10/100 LAN. Power over Ethernet (PoE) simplifies installation by providing data and power over a single cable, making the CD22 suitable for continuous monitoring in offices, retail spaces and other indoor public environments.

Advantages

The CD22 combines a compact dome form factor with vandal-resistant construction to reduce the risk of tampering in indoor locations. Native 3 MP resolution yields detailed images at 2048×1536 pixels while H.265/H.264 codecs reduce network bandwidth and storage use compared with older compression formats. Fixed iris and focal settings simplify configuration and ensure consistent exposure and focus for typical indoor illumination. PoE support reduces cabling and installation time by supplying power and network connectivity over a single Ethernet cable.

Suitable for

• Office interiors and meeting rooms where discreet, continuous monitoring is required
• Retail stores and point-of-sale areas for customer safety and loss prevention
• Corridors, lobbies and public indoor spaces that need vandal-resistant, mounted cameras
• Facilities requiring centralized network recording and efficient bandwidth usage

When it may not be suitable

The CD22 uses a fixed focal length and fixed iris, so it is not suitable for scenes that require variable zoom or frequent changes to focal settings. It is designed specifically for indoor deployment and lacks weatherproofing and outdoor-rated housings, so it should not be used in exterior environments exposed to rain or extreme temperatures unless placed inside a protective enclosure. For applications requiring ultra-high resolution beyond 3 MP or specialized optics (wide dynamic range beyond standard indoor needs, motorized zoom), choose a model designed for those requirements.

Key specifications

• Image sensor resolution: 3 MP (2048×1536)
• Optics: fixed focal length, fixed iris
• Day/Night: color day/night imaging
• Video compression: H.265 and H.264
• Network interface: 10/100 Mbps LAN
• Power: Power over Ethernet (PoE)
• Mounting style: dome, vandal-resistant indoor housing

How to use

Mount the VERKADA CD22 on an appropriate indoor ceiling or wall bracket following the manufacturer’s mounting instructions to ensure the vandal-resistant housing is secure. Connect a single Ethernet cable from the network switch or PoE injector to the camera to deliver power and network connectivity. Configure network settings and video profiles via your central management system or compatible NVR/software, selecting H.265 or H.264 profiles according to your storage and bandwidth requirements. Position the camera to cover the intended field of view and verify day/night imaging performance under expected lighting conditions.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended installation environment: indoor use only, not weatherproof
• Optical requirements: fixed focal length and iris limit zooming and remote focus
• Network and power: requires Gigabit switch or compatible 10/100 LAN with PoE support or PoE injector
• Video storage strategy: select appropriate codec and recording settings to balance image quality and storage needs

Usage recommendations

For optimal results, install the CD22 at a height and angle that minimize obstructions and reflections, use H.265 compression for long-term recording to reduce storage requirements, and test the camera’s color day/night performance under the lighting conditions typical for the monitored area.