Intelligent Thermal Imaging with AI Detection and Ethernet Connectivity
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The VERYTEK TNV Series AI Network Thermal Camera is designed for applications that require reliable thermal observation, intelligent target detection, and network-based video transmission in challenging operating environments.
Combining an uncooled VOx infrared detector with a built-in 3 TOPS neural processing unit (NPU), the TNV Series provides thermal imaging alongside AI-based person, vehicle, and animal detection, ranging, and configurable alarm functions.
Unlike conventional visible-light cameras, thermal imaging detects infrared radiation emitted by objects. This enables users to observe temperature differences and identify potential obstacles or targets in complete darkness without relying on visible illumination.
The TNV Series is available in three detector resolutions:
- 256 × 192: Entry-level configurations for compact night vision and monitoring applications.
- 384 × 288: Intermediate-resolution configurations for vehicle and security projects.
- 640 × 512: Higher-resolution configurations for applications requiring greater thermal image detail.
With IP67 protection, Ethernet connectivity, and multiple lens configurations, the TNV Series is suited to vehicle-mounted systems, commercial transportation equipment, robotic platforms, unmanned boats, and outdoor security monitoring.
Key Features and Benefits
1. Three Thermal Resolutions for Different Application Requirements
The TNV Series offers 256 × 192, 384 × 288, and 640 × 512 thermal detector options.
All three configurations use uncooled VOx infrared detection technology, supporting thermal observation in low-light and completely dark environments.
Customers can select an appropriate detector resolution according to their installation requirements, target recognition distance, lens selection, and project specifications.
The higher-resolution models provide additional image detail, while lower-resolution configurations offer alternatives for projects where a higher pixel count is not essential.
2. Built-in AI Detection for People, Vehicles, and Animals
The TNV Series features an integrated 3 TOPS NPU for intelligent target analysis.
Supported functions include:
- AI person detection
- AI vehicle detection
- AI animal detection
- Target ranging
- Customizable alarm regions
- Multi-region alarm linkage
- Self-calibration for ranging functions
These capabilities help system operators identify relevant targets in thermal video and configure notifications for specified monitoring areas.
For example, a vehicle-mounted camera can be configured to detect pedestrians or animals within its monitored area, while a fixed security installation can identify vehicles or people entering designated regions.
AI recognition performance depends on camera configuration, target dimensions, environmental conditions, image quality, and the detection algorithm.
3. Network-Ready Thermal Video with ONVIF and RTSP
The TNV Series supports network-based video transmission through an RJ45 Ethernet connection.
Supported network protocols:
- ONVIF
- RTSP
- DHCP
Ethernet connectivity makes the TNV Series suitable for integration into network video monitoring architectures, onboard vehicle systems, and customized control platforms.
RTSP provides a means of accessing thermal video streams from compatible software and hardware systems.
ONVIF support facilitates integration with compatible network video systems, subject to implementation and feature compatibility.
The camera also supports a wired connection to an Android platform using a companion application.
Optional Wi-Fi connectivity is available for project configurations requiring wireless functionality.
4. Outdoor-Ready IP67 Thermal Camera Housing
The TNV Series is designed for installation in demanding outdoor and mobile environments.
Environmental specifications:
- IP67 protection rating
- Operating temperature: −30°C to +70°C
- Storage temperature: −35°C to +75°C
- DC 12 V power supply
- Power consumption: below 6 W
Its environmental specifications make the series suitable for consideration in vehicle, marine, and outdoor monitoring installations.
For marine projects, installation design should additionally account for salt exposure, connector sealing, vibration, and mounting requirements. Marine-specific certifications are not specified in the standard product documentation.
5. Multiple Lens Options for Wide-Angle and Longer-Range Observation
Different applications require different combinations of field of view and detection distance.
The TNV Series offers focal length options ranging from 2 mm to 13 mm across its available configurations.
Wide-field configurations are particularly relevant to:
- Near-field vehicle monitoring
- Broad-area observation
- Low-speed robotic navigation assistance
- Situational awareness around equipment
Narrower-field configurations can be considered for:
- Monitoring targets at greater distances
- Roadside observation
- Perimeter monitoring
- Marine target observation
The appropriate lens should be selected according to target dimensions, required monitoring distance, camera mounting position, and installation environment.
6. Intelligent Alarm and Recording Functions
The TNV Series supports several functions for automated monitoring and event notification.
Available functions include:
- Custom detection and alarm regions
- Multi-region alarm linkage
- Built-in alarm speaker
- Browser-based alarms
- High-level alarm output
- Local recording
- Remote firmware upgrades
These functions support integration into monitoring and alerting workflows without requiring every target-detection event to be evaluated manually.
Applications: Where Can the TNV Series Be Used?
Vehicle-Mounted Thermal Night Vision
The TNV Series can be integrated into vehicle-mounted night vision and monitoring systems.
Thermal imaging provides an additional observation channel when headlights or visible-light cameras offer limited information.
Potential applications include:
- Commercial trucks
- Mining vehicles
- Specialized service vehicles
- Emergency response vehicles
- Vehicle-mounted observation systems
Its AI detection functions can assist operators in identifying pedestrians, vehicles, and animals within the configured monitoring area.
Important: The TNV Series is an imaging and detection component. Its specified functions do not establish that it is a certified automotive safety system or a replacement for driver attention, braking, or vehicle safety equipment.
Marine Thermal Imaging and Night Observation
Nighttime marine observation presents challenges when visible illumination is limited.
The TNV Series can provide thermal images of vessels, people, and other temperature-contrasting objects in its field of view.
Potential installations include:
- Fishing boats
- Small commercial vessels
- Unmanned surface vessels
- Small-boat night observation systems
- Customized marine monitoring platforms
Depending on the selected camera configuration, thermal imaging may help operators observe objects in darkness.
Detection performance may be affected by weather, sea conditions, temperature contrast, installation height, and target size.
Unmanned Ground Vehicles and Robotic Platforms
Autonomous and remotely controlled machines can benefit from an additional thermal sensing channel.
The TNV Series can be evaluated for integration into:
- Unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs)
- Robotic inspection platforms
- Robot dogs
- Remotely operated observation equipment
- Customized mobile robotics projects
With an Ethernet interface, RTSP video streaming, AI target detection, and DC 12 V operation, the camera offers features relevant to embedded robotic system development.
Navigation control, obstacle avoidance, and autonomous decision-making require additional software and system-level validation.
Security and Perimeter Monitoring
For security integrators, the TNV Series provides thermal video combined with automatic person, vehicle, and animal detection.
Potential applications include:
- Industrial perimeter monitoring
- Railway-side observation
- Remote facility surveillance
- Outdoor equipment monitoring
- Vehicle-based security patrol systems
Custom alarm regions allow integrators to define monitored areas according to the project requirements.
OEM and System Integration Projects
The TNV Series is also suitable for OEM customers developing complete thermal monitoring products.
Its network protocols, lens choices, thermal resolutions, and alarm features provide a starting point for customized integration into finished equipment.
Potential customers include:
- Automotive electronics manufacturers
- Vehicle equipment system integrators
- Marine equipment manufacturers
- Security equipment manufacturers
- Robotics developers
- Industrial monitoring solution providers
Contact VERYTEK with the required detector resolution, lens focal length, installation environment, connectivity requirements, and estimated order quantity to discuss the appropriate configuration.
TNV Series Model Comparison and Technical Specifications
The TNV Series includes configurations covering three detector resolutions and multiple focal lengths.
Thermal Camera Model Comparison
| Model | Resolution | Lens | Field of View (H × V) |
|---|---|---|---|
| TNV2-2 | 256 × 192 | 2 mm | 100° × 70° |
| TNV2-4 | 256 × 192 | 4 mm | 45° × 33° |
| TNV2-9.1 | 256 × 192 | 9.1 mm | 18° × 13° |
| TNV3-4 | 384 × 288 | 4 mm | 66° × 55° |
| TNV3-9.1 | 384 × 288 | 9.1 mm | 29° × 22° |
| TNV6-4 | 640 × 512 | 4 mm | 110° × 88° |
| TNV6-4.6 | 640 × 512 | 4.6 mm | 95° × 76° |
| TNV6-9.1 | 640 × 512 | 9.1 mm | 45° × 37° |
| TNV6-13 | 640 × 512 | 13 mm | 34° × 27° |
Target Detection and AI Recognition Distance
The following values are specified in the TNV Series product documentation.
| Model | Person Night Range | Vehicle Night Range | AI Person Range | AI Vehicle Range | AI Animal Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TNV2-2 | 40 m | 70 m | 15 m | 30 m | 10 m |
| TNV2-4 | 94 m | 138 m | 60 m | 100 m | 40 m |
| TNV2-9.1 | 236 m | 347 m | 100 m | 200 m | 60 m |
| TNV3-4 | 150 m | 240 m | 70 m | 120 m | 45 m |
| TNV3-9.1 | 214 m | 315 m | 100 m | 200 m | 60 m |
| TNV6-4 | 85 m | 140 m | 50 m | 90 m | 35 m |
| TNV6-4.6 | 108 m | 159 m | 60 m | 100 m | 40 m |
| TNV6-9.1 | 214 m | 315 m | 80 m | 200 m | 50 m |
| TNV6-13 | 306 m | 451 m | 100 m | 200 m | 60 m |
Range Note: Night range and AI recognition range are different specifications. Night range should not be interpreted as guaranteed AI classification distance. The stated values are reference specifications, not guarantees for every installation. Actual performance depends on target size, thermal contrast, atmospheric conditions, camera positioning, and system configuration.
General Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Series | TNV Series |
| Product Type | Smart Network Thermal Camera |
| Detector | VOx Uncooled Infrared FPA |
| Thermal Resolution | 256 × 192 / 384 × 288 / 640 × 512 |
| Spectral Range | 8–14 μm |
| NETD | ≤40 mK @ 25°C, F#1.0 |
| Lens Focal Length | 2 / 4 / 4.6 / 9.1 / 13 mm, depending on model |
| AI Processor | 3 TOPS NPU |
| AI Detection | Person, vehicle, animal |
| AI Functions | Ranging, custom alarm regions, multi-region linkage |
| Network Connection | RJ45 Ethernet |
| Network Protocols | ONVIF, RTSP, DHCP |
| Image Display | White-hot default, 7 palettes |
| Image Adjustment | Brightness and contrast |
| Alarm Features | Speaker, browser alarms, high-level output |
| Local Recording | Supported |
| Remote Upgrade | Supported |
| Window Defrost | Supported on applicable configurations; excludes 100°, 110°, and 95° wide-FOV versions |
| Optional Wireless | Wi-Fi |
| Protection Rating | IP67 |
| Operating Temperature | −30°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | −35°C to +75°C |
| Input Voltage | DC 12 V |
| Power Consumption | <6 W |
| Dimensions | 235 × 75 × 70 mm (manufacturer-listed) |
| Weight | Approximately 300 g |
Electrical Connections and Cable Interface
The product documentation identifies the following connections:
Power
- DC 12 V input
Network
- RJ45 Ethernet port
Alarm and Speaker Connections
- Pin 1: Alarm high-level output, 3.3 V
- Pin 2: Ground
- Pin 3: Speaker positive (+)
- Pin 4: Speaker negative (−)
Detailed cable pinout, connector assignments, and integration instructions should be confirmed against the applicable hardware documentation before system installation.
How to Choose the Right TNV Thermal Camera
Choosing the appropriate thermal camera requires more than selecting the highest image resolution.
Buyers should consider the target size, monitoring distance, field of view, vehicle or vessel mounting position, and the required AI functions.
For wide-angle observation:
Consider the TNV2-2, TNV6-4, or TNV6-4.6 configurations, depending on the required detector resolution and field of view.
For balanced vehicle observation:
The TNV2-4, TNV3-4, and TNV6-9.1 provide alternative combinations of resolution, focal length, and detection range.
For longer-range target observation:
The TNV2-9.1, TNV3-9.1, and TNV6-13 provide narrower fields of view and may be more suitable for observing distant targets.
For applications requiring higher thermal image detail:
Consider the 640 × 512 configurations.
Final selection should be based on project requirements and, where practical, testing in the intended operating environment.
Frequently Asked Questions About TNV AI Network Thermal Cameras
Q1. What is an AI network thermal camera?
An AI network thermal camera combines an infrared imaging detector, onboard image processing, intelligent object detection, and network video connectivity.
The VERYTEK TNV Series includes a 3 TOPS NPU, Ethernet connectivity, and AI detection functions for people, vehicles, and animals.
Q2. Can the TNV Series detect people and animals in complete darkness?
Yes. Thermal imaging does not require visible light to generate an image. The TNV Series supports AI detection of people, vehicles, and animals using its thermal imagery.
Recognition performance depends on the selected configuration, target size, thermal contrast, and environmental conditions.
Q3. Which TNV model has the highest thermal resolution?
The TNV6 configurations use 640 × 512 thermal detectors, the highest resolution listed for this series.
Available 640 × 512 models include TNV6-4, TNV6-4.6, TNV6-9.1, and TNV6-13.
Q4. Does the TNV Series support ONVIF and RTSP?
Yes. The TNV Series supports ONVIF, RTSP, and DHCP through its network interface.
For specific VMS, NVR, or third-party software integration, protocol profile and feature compatibility should be verified before deployment.
Q5. What is the maximum specified nighttime vehicle observation range?
The TNV6-13 configuration has a manufacturer-listed nighttime vehicle range of up to 451 meters.
This is a night observation range specification, not an AI vehicle recognition guarantee. Its listed AI vehicle recognition range is 200 meters.
Q6. Can the TNV Series be used on boats?
Yes. The TNV Series is intended for applications including small-boat observation, fishing vessels, and unmanned boats.
Its IP67-rated design and thermal imaging capabilities make it relevant to marine projects. The complete installation should be evaluated for moisture, corrosion, vibration, and other environmental requirements.
Q7. Can the thermal camera be integrated into robotic systems?
The TNV Series offers Ethernet video connectivity and built-in AI target detection, making it a candidate for integration into robotic observation platforms and unmanned ground vehicles.
System integrators should verify power compatibility, data interfaces, software requirements, and mechanical installation.
Q8. Does the camera support alarm functions?
Yes. Supported functions include custom alarm regions, multi-region linkage, browser alarms, a built-in alarm speaker, and a high-level alarm output.
Q9. What is the operating temperature range?
The specified operating temperature range is −30°C to +70°C.
Q10. Does the camera require an external AI computer?
The TNV Series has a built-in 3 TOPS NPU that supports the specified onboard AI detection functions.
An external computer may still be needed for application-specific interfaces, system orchestration, advanced processing, or other functions outside the built-in capabilities.
Q11. Does it support wireless communication?
Wi-Fi is listed as an optional feature. Standard network connectivity is provided through the wired Ethernet interface.
Q12. How do I select an OEM thermal camera for a vehicle or marine project?
Begin with the required thermal resolution, viewing angle, observation distance, AI detection range, network interface, power supply, and environmental requirements.
Provide these specifications to VERYTEK so the appropriate TNV configuration can be evaluated.
Why Consider VERYTEK for Your Thermal Imaging Project?
VERYTEK AI Tech Limited specializes in technology-oriented product development, manufacturing, and technical solutions.
Established in 2013, VERYTEK offers thermal imaging products for OEM integration, vehicle applications, security monitoring, and industrial projects.
The TNV Series provides a network-ready option for businesses developing vehicle-mounted or marine thermal observation systems.
Our team can discuss product configurations, application requirements, technical documentation, and commercial inquiries with OEM manufacturers, equipment distributors, and system integrators.
Request a TNV Series Quotation
Looking for an AI network thermal camera for a commercial vehicle, robotic platform, marine observation system, or security project?
Contact VERYTEK with:
- Your application and installation environment
- Required thermal resolution
- Preferred lens focal length or field of view
- Target detection and recognition distances
- Network and software integration requirements
- Estimated purchase quantity
- Project timeline
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