IoT connectivity for video surveillance: frequently asked questions
When video is involved, plans and APNs change. These are the most common questions for construction, retail and mobile video surveillance.
How much data does an IP camera use?+
Depends: local recording with on-demand viewing, 2-10 GB/month. Continuous HD streaming can exceed 100 GB.
Which network suits a 4G camera?+
Classic 4G LTE with good bandwidth. NB-IoT and LTE-M cannot carry video.
Do I need a static IP to reach the camera?+
Yes if you connect inbound (remote NVR). Alternative: cloud NVR with outbound connection.
Is public APN safe for video?+
Private APN is better: isolates the camera, blocks internet scans.
What does the service consume without video traffic?+
A few MB of keep-alive and firmware. Video drives the bill.
Can I cap usage per SIM?+
Yes, alerts and automatic cap at threshold.
How do I manage a fleet of construction-site cameras?+
Shared pool across all; the active site uses more, others less.
Does it work with isolated solar cameras?+
Yes, with multi-carrier SIM to ensure coverage in remote sites.
Do you support mobile video surveillance (taxi, bus, ambulance)?+
Yes, plans for mobility and EU permanent roaming.
Does it comply with GDPR if I record public spaces?+
Compliance depends on deployment and signage. Our part: private APN, data in EU territory, available DPO.
How do I prevent SIM theft?+
IMEI lock: if the SIM is inserted in another device, it is deactivated.
Are there alerts if a camera drops?+
Yes, alerts on disconnect and abnormal usage.
What about 5G cameras?+
Supported where 5G NSA/SA coverage exists. Useful for live 4K (latency and bandwidth).
Can billing be grouped by end customer?+
Yes, sub-accounts and labels; ideal for integrators who resell.
Do you support thermal or LPR cameras?+
Yes, IP cameras with data use similar to standard CCTV.
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