
Discreet indoor surveillance with wide-angle coverage and intelligent analytics
The March Networks® EL2 NanoDome delivers reliable video monitoring in an ultra-compact design—roughly the size of a tennis ball. Built for space-limited, high-traffic indoor environments, it captures wide-angle video without drawing attention, making it ideal for retail stores, financial institutions, quick-service restaurants, and transit locations.Â
Despite its compact footprint, the EL2 NanoDome combines 2MP imaging, Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), and Smart IR illumination to deliver clear, balanced video day and night. With built-in analytics and seamless integration with March Networks software, the camera helps organizations monitor critical areas more effectively while maintaining a discreet presence.Â


Key BenefitsÂ
- Compact design for discreet installations. Ultra-compact form factor blends easily into ceilings and indoor environments.Â
- Wide-angle HD video coverage. 2MP resolution and a wide field of view capture broad coverage areas with clarity.Â
- Reliable day and night performance. WDR and Smart IR provide balanced images across changing lighting conditions.Â
- Built-in video analytics. Detect events such as intrusion, line crossing, and unattended objects automatically.Â
- Flexible deployment. Ideal for ceilings, point-of-sale areas, entryways, vestibules, and corridors.Â
- Full March Networks integration. Works seamlessly with Commandâ„¢ video management software and Searchlightâ„¢ Cloud.Â
- Enterprise-grade cybersecurity. Signed firmware, encrypted streaming, HTTPS, and NDAA compliance help protect video data. Â
Discreet Coverage for Indoor EnvironmentsÂ
The EL2 NanoDome is designed for environments where traditional cameras may be too large or visually intrusive. Its compact form factor allows organizations to maintain store aesthetics while still capturing high-quality video across critical indoor areas.Â
Typical deployment locations include:Â
- Retail checkout lanes and point-of-sale countersÂ
- Financial institution teller lines and lobbiesÂ
- Restaurant ordering and pickup areasÂ
- Entryways, vestibules, and corridorsÂ


Clear Video in Challenging Lighting
The EL2 NanoDome features a 1/2.7″ progressive CMOS sensor capable of capturing HD video at 1920 × 1080 resolution. Wide Dynamic Range (DOL HDR) helps balance scenes with bright backlighting or shadows, ensuring clear images in challenging lighting conditions.Â
Integrated Smart IR illumination provides up to 30 m (100 ft) of visibility, enabling reliable monitoring even in low-light environments. Â
Built-in Video Analytics
Powered by an embedded deep learning system-on-chip (SoC), the EL2 NanoDome provides intelligent analytics that help security teams detect events and quickly locate relevant video.
Supported analytics include:
Intrusion Detection
Line Crossing Detection
Loitering Detection
Object Removal
Unattended Object Detection
Missing Object Detection
Face Detection
Crowd Detection
Smart Motion Detection


Seamless Integration with March Networks Software
The EL2 NanoDome integrates with March Networks Command™ for centralized management, remote access, and efficient video search across locations.Â
Compatibility with Searchlightâ„¢ Cloud enables organizations to scale video operations and gain deeper insights from their surveillance data.Â
Flexible storage options—including onboard microSD storage (up to 1 TB) and network-attached storage (NAS)—support reliable video retention even during network interruptions. Â
Built for Enterprise Security StandardsÂ
The EL2 NanoDome is designed to meet enterprise and regulatory security requirements with built-in cybersecurity protections including:Â
- Signed firmware and secure bootÂ
- HTTPS and encrypted video streamingÂ
- Certificate-based authenticationÂ
- NDAA complianceÂ
These protections help safeguard video data from the device to the network. Â



Specifications at a Glance
- Image sensor:Â 1/2.7″ progressive CMOSÂ
- Resolution: Up to 1920 × 1080 (2MP)Â
- Lens: 2.8 mm fixed lensÂ
- Field of view: 111° horizontal, 59° vertical, 133° diagonalÂ
- Wide Dynamic Range:Â DOL HDRÂ
- IR illumination:Â Up to 30 m (100 ft)Â
- Video compression:Â H.265, H.264, M-JPEGÂ
- Frame rate:Â Up to 30 fps at 2MPÂ
- Audio:Â Built-in microphone with one-way audioÂ
- Power:Â PoE (IEEE 802.3af) or 12 V DCÂ
- Storage:Â MicroSD up to 1 TB and NAS supportÂ
- Operating temperature: –10°C to +50°C (IR on)Â
- Compliance: NDAA compliant, ONVIF conformant Â

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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the EL2 NanoDome camera?Â
The EL2 NanoDome is a compact indoor AI camera designed for discreet installations in retail stores, financial institutions, restaurants, and other high-traffic environments. - What resolution does the EL2 NanoDome support?Â
The camera captures 2MP HD video at up to 1920 × 1080 resolution, providing clear monitoring of indoor environments.  - What analytics are included with the EL2 NanoDome?Â
The camera includes built-in analytics such as intrusion detection, line crossing detection, loitering detection, unattended object detection, face detection, crowd detection, and smart motion detection.  - Does the EL2 NanoDome support local storage?Â
Yes. The camera supports microSD cards up to 1 TB and NAS storage for flexible video retention.  - Is the EL2 NanoDome compatible with March Networks software?Â
Yes. The camera integrates with March Networks Commandâ„¢ and Searchlightâ„¢ Cloud for centralized management and advanced video analytics.Â




