A40-AF AI Tracking Pod

Weight: 915g | Size: 134.5×118×193.8mm
Input voltage: 14.8V~25.2V | Power: avg 12W, max 20W | IP4X rated | Operating temp: -20°C to +50°C
EO Camera 1: 1/2.8" Sony CMOS, 40x optical zoom (F=4.25~170mm), 32x digital zoom, 2.13MP
EO Camera 2: 1/2.9" CMOS, 6mm focal length, 1x~12x digital zoom, 2MP
Gimbal: Pitch -60°~125°, Roll ±40°, Yaw ±300°/±360°×N, ±0.02° stabilization, one-key center
AI tracking: detects car + human, ≥10 simultaneous targets, 30Hz update rate, <30ms latency
Output: micro HDMI (1080P 60fps) / IP RTSP/UDP | Storage: TF card up to 256GB
Control: PWM / S.BUS / UART(TTL) / TCP / UDP

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Overview

What makes it work

A40-AF 40x Optical Zoom AI Tracking Gimbal Camera

A40-AF

40x Optical Zoom AI Tracking Gimbal Camera — Anti-Fog & Anti-Icing

The A40-AF is the anti-fog and anti-icing version of a mini 40x optical zoom AI tracking pod. Weighing just 915g, it pairs a dual EO camera setup with a precision 3-axis gimbal and onboard AI detection — built to keep performing in low-visibility, cold and moisture-prone field conditions.

40x Optical + 32x Digital Zoom Dual EO Camera AI Car & Human Tracking ±0.02° Gimbal Stabilization IP4X Rated 915g

40x

Optical Zoom, F=4.25~170mm

Up to 10 simultaneous targets

±.02°

Gimbal vibration stability

IP4X

Anti-fog & anti-icing rated

Imaging System

Dual EO Camera Setup

A long-range 40x zoom lens paired with a secondary wide-angle sensor for full situational awareness.

EO Camera 1 — 40x Zoom

1/2.8" Sony CMOS Sensor, 2.13MP effective
40x optical zoom, F=4.25~170mm; 32x digital zoom
Full HD 1080p (1920×1080)
Min illumination: Color 0.01 lux, B/W 0.002 lux
Auto / One Push / Manual focus
Backlight compensation, Auto ICR, Image Stabilizer, Defog

EO Camera 2 — Wide Angle

1/2.9" CMOS Sensor, 2MP
6mm focal length; 1x–12x digital zoom
Full HD 1080p (1920×1080)
FOV: 60° (D) / 50° (H) / 28° (V)

Onboard Intelligence

AI Object Detection & Tracking

Real-time car and human detection with fast, low-latency tracking response.

Detection

Tracks cars and human targets, with ≥10 simultaneous detections and a car detection rate ≥85%.

Tracking Speed

30Hz update rate on deviation pixel, output delay under 30ms, tracking speed of ±48 pixel/frame.

Reliability

Minimum object contrast of 5%, SNR of 4, and a false alarm rate of ≤10% for dependable field performance.

Stabilization

3-Axis Precision Gimbal

Smooth, stable footage across a wide mechanical range with one-key centering.

Mechanical Range

Pitch/Tilt: -60° (Up) ~ 125° (Down) · Roll: ±40° · Yaw/Pan: ±300° / ±360°×N (IP output version)

Controllable Range

Pitch/Tilt: -45° ~ 120° · Yaw/Pan: ±290° / ±360°×N (IP output version)

Vibration & Control

Pitch/Roll/Yaw vibration angle of ±0.02°, with one-key center for quick orientation reset.

Field-Ready Build

Anti-Fog & Anti-Icing, IP4X Rated

Engineered to keep delivering clear imagery in cold, foggy and moisture-heavy operating environments.

Weight & Size

Just 915g at 134.5 × 118 × 193.8mm — a compact footprint for integration onto UAV and robotic payloads.

Operating Range

Rated for -20°C to +50°C with IP4X ingress protection and built-in defog on the primary EO sensor.

Power

Input voltage 14.8V~25.2V, with average power consumption of 12W and a maximum of 20W.

Integration

Flexible Output & Control

Multiple output and control protocols for easy integration into existing UAV and ground robot systems.

Video Output

Micro HDMI (1080P 60fps) or IP streaming via RTSP/UDP (720p/1080p 30fps, H264/H265).

Control Protocols

PWM / S.BUS / UART (TTL) / TCP / UDP for compatibility with common flight controllers and ground stations.

Onboard Storage

TF card storage up to 256GB (Class 10, FAT32) — JPG photos (1920×1080), MP4 video (1080P@30fps).

Product Overview

Full Specifications

Overall Specifications
Net Weight	915g
Product Measurements	134.5 × 118 × 193.8mm
Input Voltage	14.8V~25.2V
Dynamic Current	750~1250mA @ 16V
Power Consumption	Average 12W, Max 20W
Working Environment Temp.	-20°C ~ +50°C
IP Rate	IP4X
Output (optional)	Micro HDMI (1080P 60fps) / IP (RTSP/UDP 720p/1080p 30fps H264/H265)
Storage	TF card (up to 256GB, Class 10, FAT32)
Picture Format (TF Card)	JPG (1920×1080)
Video Format (TF Card)	MP4 (1080P@30fps)
Control Method	PWM / S.BUS / UART (TTL) / TCP / UDP

Gimbal Specification
Mechanical Range	Pitch/Tilt: -60° (Up) ~ 125° (Down) Roll: ±40° Yaw/Pan: ±300° / ±360°×N (IP output version)
Controllable Range	Pitch/Tilt: -45° ~ 120° Yaw/Pan: ±290° / ±360°×N (IP output version)
Vibration Angle	Pitch/Roll/Yaw: ±0.02°
One-Key to Center	Yes

EO Camera 1 Specification
Imager Sensor	1/2.8" Sony CMOS Sensor
Picture Quality	Full HD 1080 (1920×1080)
Effective Pixel	2.13MP
Lens Optical Zoom	40x, F=4.25~170mm
Digital Zoom	x32
Field of View (D, H, V)	Wide: 73.80° / 66.35° / 39.98° Tele: 2.16° / 1.90° / 1.11°
Min Object Distance	0.1 / 1.5 / 3.0 / 5.0 / 10.0 m
Min Illumination	Color (1/30s, 79.5dB): 0.01 lux · B/W (1/30s, 79.5dB): 0.002 lux Color DSS (1/1s, 79.5dB): 0.001 lux · B/W DSS (1/1s, 79.5dB): 0.0002 lux
S/N Ratio	More than 50dB
Focus	Auto / One Push / Manual
White Balance	Auto
Shutter Speed	1/1 ~ 1/30,000 sec
Exposure Control	Auto / Iris Priority / Shutter Priority / Manual
Backlight Compensation	Yes
Auto ICR	Yes
Image Stabilizer	Yes
Defog	Yes

EO Camera 2 Specification
Imager Sensor	1/2.9" CMOS Sensor
Image Pixel	2MP
Picture Quality	Full HD 1080 (1920×1080)
Focus Length	6mm
Digital Zoom	1x ~ 12x
Field of View	D: 60° · H: 50° · V: 28°

Camera Object Tracking
Update Rate of Deviation Pixel	30Hz
Output Delay of Deviation Pixel	<30ms
Minimum Object Contrast	5%
SNR	4
Minimum Object Size	16×16 pixel
Maximum Object Size	256×256 pixel
Tracking Speed	±48 pixel/frame
Object Memory Time	100 frames

Camera AI Performance
Target Type	Car and human
Simultaneous Detection Quantity	≥10 targets
Min Contrast Ratio	5%
Min Target Size	5×5 pixel
Car Detection Rate	≥85%
False Alarm Rate	≤10%

Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the "AF" in A40-AF stand for?

AF denotes the anti-fog and anti-icing version of the A40 series, built for reliable imaging in cold, humid and low-visibility field conditions.

How far can the A40-AF zoom?

The primary EO camera offers 40x optical zoom (F=4.25~170mm) with an additional 32x digital zoom, alongside a secondary wide-angle EO sensor with 1x–12x digital zoom.

Can it track moving objects automatically?

Yes. The onboard AI detects and tracks cars and human targets, handling up to 10 simultaneous detections with a 30Hz update rate and under 30ms of output delay.

How stable is the footage from the gimbal?

The 3-axis gimbal holds vibration to ±0.02° on pitch, roll and yaw, with a wide mechanical range and one-key centering for quick orientation resets.

What are the video output and storage options?

Video can be output via micro HDMI (1080P 60fps) or IP streaming (RTSP/UDP, 720p/1080p, H264/H265), with local recording to a TF card up to 256GB in JPG photo and MP4 video formats.

What control protocols does it support?

The A40-AF supports PWM, S.BUS, UART (TTL), TCP and UDP control, making it compatible with a wide range of flight controllers and ground control systems.

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