An infrared illuminator, or IR illuminator, is a tool that emits light in the infrared spectrum. IR light has a wavelength longer than visible light, and is therefore invisible to the human eye, but visible to a camera. IR Illuminators are built into Verkada cameras and have a range between 15m-30m based on the camera model. There are times when additional light might be necessary for your camera to capture all activity in the field of view.

IR illuminators output at specific wavelengths and Verkada cameras are compatible with external IR illuminators that operate in the 850nm range. 

Here is an example of what an IR illuminator can do to enhance the night vision of your camera. Depending on how much ambient light is available, you may find it best to supplement a larger IR illuminator.

Example CD52-E without an external IR Illuminator

Example CD52-E with an external IR Illuminator