Camera System Designer - Coverage Calculator & Cable Routing

Upload a Floor Plan

PNG or JPEG, max 10MB

80+ PPF (Identification)

40-79 PPF (Recognition)

20-39 PPF (Detection)

<20 PPF (Insufficient)

1 Upload

2 System

3 Cameras

4 Review

Upload Floor Plan

Upload a floor plan image to get started. JPG, PNG, or PDF.

Click to upload or drag & drop

Supports JPG, PNG up to 10MB

Select System Type

Choose the type of camera system for your installation.

NVR (IP Network)

IP cameras over Ethernet. Power via POE — one cable for video + power. Best for new installs.

DVR (Analog/Coax)

Analog cameras over coaxial cable with separate power. Lower cost, simpler wiring.

Hybrid (Both)

Mix of IP and analog cameras. Ideal for upgrading existing analog systems.

IP cameras with POE power over ethernet cable

Cable Type

Place Cameras

Click "Add Camera" then click on the floor plan to place cameras.

Cameras (0)

No cameras placed yet

NVR / Switch Location ?

Rack Height (ft)

Cable Routing

Manhattan Direct

POE Power Budget

Per camera: 15.4W (802.3af)

Total POE draw: 0W

Switch budget needed: —

Review & Export

Your camera system design is ready. Review the results below.

Coverage Summary

Cameras: 0

Avg PPF: —

Coverage: 0%

Blind spots: —

Cable Summary

Total cable: 0 ft

With waste (15%): 0 ft

Estimated cost: $0.00

Per-camera breakdown

No cameras added

Equipment Recommendations

NVR channels: —

Switch ports: —

Cable spools (1000ft): —

Storage (30 days): —

Camera System Designer | Coverage & Cable Calculator