Synology BC500 5MP Outdoor Network Bullet Camera with Night Vision – BC500

Description

The Synology BC500 is a 5 MP bullet-style network camera with on-device AI designed for outdoor surveillance. Engineered for seamless integration with Synology Surveillance Station, it delivers crisp 30 FPS video, robust night vision, and advanced analytics without requiring additional device licenses. ][]

Imaging & Night Vision

• Sensor & Lens: 5 MP CMOS sensor paired with a fixed 2.8 mm wide-angle lens, capturing 2560×1920 resolution at up to 30 FPS.
• Infrared Illumination: Four high-power IR LEDs enable clear imaging in complete darkness at distances up to 30 m.
• High Dynamic Range (HDR): Dual exposures balance bright highlights and deep shadows for detailed images in challenging lighting. ][]

Smart Bitrate Control

Synology’s Smart Bitrate Control continuously adjusts encoding parameters to maintain image quality while reducing network bandwidth and storage requirements by up to 70 %. This ensures efficient use of infrastructure without compromising video fidelity. []

On-Camera AI Analytics

• Object Detection: Distinguishes people and vehicles from other motion with high accuracy.
• Intrusion & Loitering Alerts: Automatically notifies operators when subjects cross virtual perimeters or remain in defined areas beyond preset intervals.
• Occupancy Counting: Aggregates entry/exit counts for people and vehicles, triggering alerts when capacity thresholds are exceeded.
• Instant Search & Auto Tracking: Interactive zone-based video search and real-time subject locking ensure rapid investigation and continuous framing of moving targets. []

Storage & Failover

• Edge Recording: Supports failover recording to a MicroSD card during network outages, guaranteeing uninterrupted capture.
• No License Fees: Functions natively in Surveillance Station with no additional camera-license purchases required. ][]

Software Integration & Management

• Surveillance Station: Full configuration—image settings, network parameters, analytics rules—managed directly within the DSM web interface.
• DS cam Mobile App: Live view, playback, snapshot capture, and event notifications on iOS and Android devices.
• Centralized Management: Surveillance Station CMS handles multi-site deployments, automated offsite archival (Archive Vault), and failover protection for continuous operation. []