Cruiser - IMOU rotary IP cameras

IMOU Cruiser PTZ camera series is a practical choice for homes and small businesses where perimeter coverage, fast access to live video, and basic analytics are needed without a complex deployment. Cruiser models combine pan/tilt mechanics, multi-mode night vision, smart detection features, and flexible recording options—plus the ability to integrate into local smart-home platforms.

Technologies and benefits

• PTZ coverage: wide scene coverage via pan/tilt; depending on the model, pan can reach about 340–355° with up to 90° tilt. 

• Higher resolution options: some models go up to 5MP (3K) for improved detail in faces, plates, and small objects. 

• H.265 / H.264 video: helps reduce bandwidth and storage usage. 

• Multi-mode night vision, including smart color night vision modes. 

• AI detection: depending on the specific model, human and vehicle detection is available to reduce false alerts. 

• Active deterrence: built-in spotlight and up to 110 dB siren for real-time response. 

• Two-way audio: microphone and speaker for communication. 

• Recording flexibility: microSD (often up to 256 GB) plus NVR/cloud options. 

• Outdoor readiness: many models are IP66 and rated for broad temperature ranges (roughly -30…+60°C, model-dependent). 

• 4G variants: useful for remote locations without stable Wi-Fi. 

Smart-home compatibility with Home Assistant and openHAB

Integration is typically built around ONVIF/RTSP (availability depends on the exact Cruiser model and firmware; ONVIF is explicitly listed in some Cruiser datasheets). 

• Home Assistant: the ONVIF integration supports Profile-S devices and relies on ffmpeg for stream/snapshot handling. 

• openHAB: the IP Camera binding can turn an RTSP stream into snapshots and supports event/alarm use cases; FFmpeg is required for certain features. 

Typical automations include motion/person alerts, night-time deterrence rules, “Home/Away” mode switching, and recording workflows to NVR/NAS.

Fast installation

Mounting, powering, pairing via the mobile app, and setting detection zones/night-vision modes are designed to be straightforward. For advanced setups, add the camera to an NVR or connect it to Home Assistant/openHAB via the local network (ONVIF/RTSP) to display video and trigger smart-home automations.