UniFi Protect Perth | UniFi CCTV Camera Installation
G5 & AI Camera Series • UNVR Recording • AI Detection • No Subscriptions
What Is UniFi Protect?
UniFi Protect is Ubiquiti's professional IP camera and NVR platform, built natively into the UniFi OS ecosystem. It runs on dedicated UNVR appliances or UniFi Dream Machine consoles and manages everything from camera configuration and AI detection zones to remote access and multi-site dashboards — all through a single, clean interface. Unlike traditional VMS platforms, there are no per-camera software licences, no annual renewal fees, and no cloud subscription required to unlock AI features.
Great White Security installs and commissions UniFi Protect systems across Perth and regional WA for commercial offices, government facilities, retail chains, warehouses, and industrial sites. With technicians who have 21+ years of experience across IP surveillance platforms, we design systems that are right-sized for your site, configured correctly from day one, and supported long after installation.
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UniFi Protect Camera Range
From compact indoor domes to dedicated licence plate recognition cameras — the full G5 and AI series explained
G5 Dome
The workhorse of the UniFi Protect lineup. Compact, vandal-resistant dome camera suited to indoor corridors, reception areas, retail floors, and sheltered outdoor positions. Delivers crisp 4MP footage with a wide 109-degree field of view.
- ✓ 4MP 30fps video
- ✓ IR night vision to 15m
- ✓ Wide 109° FOV
- ✓ PoE powered (802.3af)
- ✓ Motion detection zones
G5 Bullet
Purpose-built outdoor bullet camera for driveways, car parks, perimeters, and long-range coverage. The bullet form factor provides an extended IR throw and is highly visible as a deterrent on building facades and pole mounts.
- ✓ 4MP 30fps video
- ✓ IR night vision to 25m
- ✓ IP67 fully weatherproof
- ✓ Motorised mount adjustment
- ✓ IK10 vandal rating
G5 Turret Ultra
Enhanced turret with built-in edge AI for person, vehicle, and package detection without the AI Key. The Turret Ultra's sensor is optimised for low-light environments, making it ideal for dimly lit access points, loading docks, and stairwells.
- ✓ Built-in edge AI detection
- ✓ Enhanced low-light sensor
- ✓ Person / vehicle / package
- ✓ IP55 rated
- ✓ PoE powered
G5 Dome Ultra
4K flagship dome camera for critical coverage areas requiring maximum detail — entrances, lobbies, cash registers, and large open floor plans. Digital zoom into 8MP footage without losing usable resolution for identification purposes.
- ✓ 8MP 4K resolution
- ✓ Wide 120° FOV
- ✓ IR night vision to 20m
- ✓ IK10 vandal-resistant
- ✓ Smart detection zones
AI Turret
Dedicated AI camera with on-camera processing for accurate person, vehicle, animal, and package detection. Reduces false alerts from swaying trees, insects, and lighting changes. The AI series is the recommended choice for alarm-integrated systems.
- ✓ 5MP smart sensor
- ✓ On-camera AI processing
- ✓ Person / vehicle / animal / package
- ✓ Smart detection zones
- ✓ IR night vision to 20m
AI Dome
The AI Dome brings the same on-camera AI detection as the AI Turret in a low-profile vandal-resistant dome housing. Ideal for high-risk indoor locations such as cash handling areas, storerooms, server rooms, and any area requiring IK10-rated housing.
- ✓ 5MP on-camera AI
- ✓ IK10 vandal dome housing
- ✓ Person / vehicle / animal / package
- ✓ Privacy zone masking
- ✓ IP55 weatherproof
AI LPR
Dedicated 4K licence plate recognition camera with 3x optical zoom, capable of reading plates on vehicles travelling at up to 90 km/h. Built-in LEDs provide consistent IR illumination for plates at range. Integrates with the AI Key for automatic plate logging and alerts.
- ✓ 8MP 4K LPR sensor
- ✓ 3x optical motorised zoom
- ✓ Reads plates to 90 km/h
- ✓ Dedicated IR LED ring
- ✓ AI Key plate logging
G4 Doorbell Pro
Video doorbell that integrates fully into UniFi Protect alongside site cameras. Chime included; live view, two-way audio, and package detection alerts go to the same Protect app as your other cameras. No separate subscription or app required.
- ✓ 5MP wide-angle lens
- ✓ Two-way audio + chime
- ✓ Package detection
- ✓ Night vision
- ✓ Unified Protect management
Recording & Storage Options
UniFi Protect runs on dedicated UNVR appliances or UniFi Dream Machine gateway-consoles
UNVR
The entry-point dedicated NVR for UniFi Protect. Four 3.5-inch HDD bays accept up to 20TB total storage (4x 5TB or mixed capacity). The 10G uplink handles high-resolution multi-camera streams without network bottlenecks. Rack-mountable with included ears.
- ✓ 4x HDD bays (up to 20TB)
- ✓ 10G SFP+ uplink
- ✓ Supports up to 50 cameras
- ✓ Silent fanless operation
Best for: Small-to-medium commercial, retail, and office sites with 4–30 cameras.
UNVR Pro
The professional rack-mount NVR for demanding sites. Seven drive bays support RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 configurations for drive redundancy and continuous operation if a disk fails. Features a front touchscreen for local status monitoring, DC battery backup connector, and higher camera capacity than the standard UNVR.
- ✓ 7x HDD bays (up to 35TB raw)
- ✓ RAID 1 / 5 / 10 redundancy
- ✓ Front touchscreen display
- ✓ DC backup input
- ✓ 10G SFP+ uplink
Best for: Government, healthcare, warehousing, and multi-camera commercial sites requiring drive redundancy and high uptime.
Enterprise NVR
Ubiquiti's highest-tier NVR appliance for large-scale deployments. Supports 100+ cameras in a single appliance with enterprise-grade storage, redundant power supplies, and full integration with UniFi Site Manager for multi-location management.
- ✓ 100+ camera capacity
- ✓ Redundant power supply options
- ✓ Enterprise-grade storage
- ✓ Rack-mount 2U form factor
Best for: Large commercial, industrial, and multi-building sites needing maximum camera capacity in a single appliance.
UDM Pro / UDM Pro Max / UDM SE
The UniFi Dream Machine Pro, Pro Max, and SE are combined gateway-routers and UniFi Protect consoles. They run the full UniFi OS stack — networking, access control, and camera management — on a single device. The built-in 3.5-inch HDD bay (expandable via UNVR) means the camera system lives alongside the network equipment in a single rack unit.
- ✓ Router + firewall + IDS/IPS
- ✓ UniFi Protect built-in
- ✓ UniFi Access compatible
- ✓ 1–2 internal HDD bays
- ✓ Expandable via UNVR
Best for: Offices and businesses that use UniFi networking and want a unified management platform for network, cameras, and access control.
AI Detection — No Subscription Required
Every UniFi Protect camera includes smart motion detection at no extra cost. Add the AI Key for licence plate recognition, facial recognition, and NeXT AI summaries — still no per-camera licensing.
Built-In Smart Detection
All UniFi Protect cameras support configurable motion detection zones, sensitivity control, and cross-line detection. AI-series cameras (AI Turret, AI Dome) and select G5 cameras add on-camera edge AI for person, vehicle, animal, and package classification — accurate enough to drive reliable alarm triggers without false activations.
- ✓ Person detection
- ✓ Vehicle detection
- ✓ Package detection
- ✓ Animal detection
- ✓ Smart detection zones
- ✓ Privacy zone masking
UniFi AI Key — Advanced AI Appliance
The AI Key is a compact edge appliance that slots into a UniFi console or UNVR USB port to unlock a new tier of AI capabilities processed entirely on-site. No footage leaves the premises; all processing happens locally. Capabilities unlocked by the AI Key include:
- ✓ Licence plate recognition (LPR) — log and alert on plates
- ✓ Facial recognition — enrol known individuals
- ✓ NeXT AI event summaries — natural language descriptions of what happened
- ✓ Speech-to-text — transcribe audio from camera microphones
- ✓ Works with compatible G4 and G5 cameras
- ✓ All processing local — no cloud AI subscription
UniFi AI Port — ONVIF Bridge
The AI Port is a PoE adapter that connects ONVIF-compatible third-party IP cameras into the UniFi Protect ecosystem, then adds edge AI detection to cameras that would otherwise be unmanaged. Use it to integrate existing non-UniFi cameras on site, or add specialist hardware such as thermal cameras and PTZ units that Ubiquiti does not manufacture.
- ✓ Bridges ONVIF cameras into Protect
- ✓ Adds smart AI detection to third-party cameras
- ✓ PoE passthrough to camera
- ✓ Managed in same Protect interface
AI LPR Camera — Dedicated Plate Recognition
For gate entry, car parks, and vehicle access control, the AI LPR camera provides a purpose-built 4K optical zoom solution. Unlike software LPR bolted onto a general-purpose camera, the AI LPR is engineered for accurate plate reads on vehicles moving at up to 90 km/h, with dedicated IR LEDs and a sensor tuned for plate contrast.
- ✓ 8MP 4K dedicated LPR sensor
- ✓ 3x optical motorised zoom
- ✓ Reads plates at up to 90 km/h
- ✓ Pairs with AI Key for plate database
- ✓ Gate integration via UniFi Access
No Per-Camera AI Licensing
Enterprise VMS platforms such as Milestone XProtect and Genetec Security Center charge annual per-camera licensing fees that increase significantly when AI analytics modules are added. On a 30-camera site, annual software costs can reach $15,000–$30,000. With UniFi Protect, those costs simply do not exist. The AI Key is a one-time hardware purchase. That saving compounds every year you run the system.
Why UniFi Protect Stands Out
Local Processing Only
All video storage, AI processing, and event management happens on your own hardware. No footage is uploaded to cloud servers by default. This is critical for privacy-sensitive industries including healthcare, legal, government, and education.
No Licensing Costs
The entire UniFi Protect feature set — smart detection, remote access, mobile app, multi-user management, retention schedules, privacy zones — is included in the hardware purchase. There are no annual software renewal fees, no per-camera activation costs, and no feature tier upsells.
Multi-Site via Site Manager & Vantage Point
UniFi Site Manager provides centralised management of multiple UniFi deployments from a single web interface. Vantage Point is Ubiquiti's multi-site camera view, allowing security managers at retail chains, aged care groups, and multi-campus organisations to monitor all locations without switching between separate systems.
Privacy & Detection Zones
Draw custom detection zones on each camera to limit motion alerts to relevant areas — for example, ignoring a busy street and only triggering on movement inside a fence line. Privacy zones mask sensitive areas (windows, neighbouring properties) in both live and recorded footage to meet privacy obligations.
Two-Way Audio
Selected UniFi Protect cameras include built-in microphones and speaker outputs for two-way audio communication. This enables remote guard-to-visitor interaction, verbal deterrence from the Protect app, and audio logging alongside video for evidentiary purposes.
ONVIF Support via AI Port
The UniFi AI Port brings ONVIF third-party cameras into the Protect management interface, adding edge AI detection and centralised recording management. This protects existing camera investments on a retrofit or expansion project — you are not forced to rip and replace compliant hardware that is already in place.
UniFi Protect Applications
Commercial & Office
UniFi Protect integrates camera management with UniFi networking and UniFi Access door control in a single management platform. For offices, this means one IT team manages the entire physical security and network stack, reducing vendor complexity and support overheads.
- ✓ Unified network + camera + access control
- ✓ No separate VMS licensing
- ✓ Scalable as headcount grows
- ✓ Multi-user role-based access
Government & Compliance
NDAA Section 889 compliance means UniFi Protect cameras are approved for government and defence-adjacent installations that prohibit components from listed Chinese manufacturers. Local processing satisfies data sovereignty requirements with no footage transmitted to offshore cloud servers.
- ✓ NDAA Section 889 compliant
- ✓ Local data processing only
- ✓ Audit trail and access logs
- ✓ Privacy zone masking
Retail & Multi-Site
For retail chains and franchise groups, Vantage Point eliminates the need for separate VMS installations per site. A single security manager can view live footage, review incidents, and manage camera settings across all locations without per-location software licences eating into margins.
- ✓ Vantage Point multi-site view
- ✓ No per-site VMS costs
- ✓ AI person / package detection
- ✓ Loss prevention analytics
Industrial & Warehousing
Warehouses and industrial facilities benefit from UniFi Protect's ability to handle large camera counts on a UNVR Pro with RAID redundancy, combined with the AI LPR camera for vehicle access control at gates and loading docks. Extended retention on high-capacity drives suits WHS incident investigation requirements.
- ✓ UNVR Pro RAID redundancy
- ✓ AI LPR for vehicle gates
- ✓ Extended retention periods
- ✓ IP67-rated outdoor cameras
UniFi Protect Installation Process
Site Survey
We assess camera positions, cable routing, network infrastructure, and power requirements. We identify coverage gaps, lighting challenges, and any existing cameras or infrastructure that can be retained or integrated.
Camera Placement Design
A detailed placement plan shows every camera position, field of view, mounting height, and camera model selection. We document cable paths, switch locations, and UNVR placement before any equipment is ordered or installed.
Supply & Schedule
We supply all UniFi Protect hardware — cameras, UNVR/console, PoE switches, cabling, and mounts — and schedule installation at a time that minimises disruption to your operations.
Installation
Our technicians install cameras, terminate and test all cabling, rack-mount UNVR and switching equipment, and connect everything through your network. Cabling is concealed where possible and professionally finished.
Programming & Commissioning
We configure UniFi Protect end-to-end: camera names, detection zones, AI settings, recording schedules, retention periods, user accounts, mobile app setup, remote access, and any AI Key or LPR plate lists. Every camera is verified operational before we leave.
Handover & Support
We walk you through the Protect interface and mobile app, provide documentation of your system configuration, and leave contact details for ongoing support. We remain available for questions, expansions, and servicing after installation.
UniFi Protect FAQs
What cameras are available in UniFi Protect?
UniFi Protect supports a broad lineup including the G5 Dome (4MP, indoor/outdoor), G5 Bullet (4MP, outdoor long-range), G5 Turret Ultra (4MP, built-in edge AI, low-light), G5 Dome Ultra (8MP 4K, wide-angle), AI Turret (5MP, on-camera AI), AI Dome (5MP, IK10 vandal), AI LPR (8MP 4K, 3x optical zoom, reads plates at up to 90 km/h), and the G4 Doorbell Pro (5MP, two-way audio, package detection). All cameras are PoE-powered and managed in the same UniFi Protect interface.
Does UniFi Protect have a subscription fee?
No. UniFi Protect includes all features — AI detection, remote access, mobile app, multi-user management, retention scheduling, and privacy masking — in the cost of the hardware. There are no ongoing per-camera or per-feature licensing fees. This is a significant difference from enterprise VMS platforms such as Milestone XProtect and Genetec Security Center, which charge annual per-camera licensing that can run to tens of thousands of dollars per year on larger sites.
What is the UniFi AI Key?
The AI Key is a compact edge AI appliance that connects to a UniFi console or UNVR to unlock advanced capabilities beyond standard smart detection. It adds licence plate recognition (LPR), facial recognition, NeXT AI event summaries (natural language descriptions of detected events), and speech-to-text transcription of audio. All processing is done locally on the AI Key — no footage is sent to cloud AI services. Compatible with G4 and G5 cameras.
Can UniFi Protect record 24/7?
Yes. UniFi Protect supports continuous 24/7 recording, motion-triggered recording, or a combination of both configured per camera. Recording schedules can be set by time of day and day of week, so you can run continuous recording overnight and motion-only during business hours, for example. Retention periods are set based on available hard drive capacity.
How many cameras can UniFi Protect handle?
UniFi Protect scales from small to very large deployments. The UCK Gen2 Plus supports up to 20 cameras, the UNVR handles up to 50, the UNVR Pro scales beyond that, and the Enterprise NVR supports 100+ cameras. For multi-site deployments, Site Manager and Vantage Point allow centralised management across many locations. Contact us to size the right hardware for your specific camera count and resolution requirements.
What is the difference between the UNVR and UNVR Pro?
The UNVR is a 4-bay NVR with a 10G uplink, supporting up to 50 cameras — ideal for small-to-medium commercial sites. The UNVR Pro is a 7-bay rack-mount unit with RAID 1/5/10 redundancy, a front touchscreen, DC battery backup support, and higher camera and storage capacity. The UNVR Pro is recommended for sites where drive failure cannot result in recording downtime — government, healthcare, industrial, and 24-hour operations.
Is UniFi Protect NDAA compliant?
Yes. Ubiquiti UniFi Protect cameras are NDAA Section 889 compliant — they do not incorporate components from manufacturers listed under the US National Defense Authorization Act restrictions (Huawei, ZTE, Hikvision, Dahua, Hytera). This makes UniFi Protect suitable for Australian government, defence-adjacent, and compliance-sensitive installations where Chinese-manufactured surveillance components are restricted or prohibited.
Can UniFi Protect integrate with third-party cameras?
Yes, via the UniFi AI Port. The AI Port is a PoE adapter that bridges ONVIF-compatible third-party cameras into UniFi Protect, and adds edge AI detection to those cameras. This means you can retain existing compliant cameras on a retrofit project and manage them alongside new UniFi cameras in the same interface. It also allows integration of specialist hardware such as thermal imagers and PTZ cameras that Ubiquiti does not manufacture.
How does remote access work in UniFi Protect?
Remote access is built in at no extra cost. Once your UNVR or console is linked to a UniFi account, authorised users can access live and recorded footage, manage detection settings, and receive push notifications from the UniFi Protect mobile app (iOS and Android) or web browser from anywhere. Multi-site access via Vantage Point lets security managers view cameras across multiple locations from a single dashboard.
How much does UniFi Protect installation cost in Perth?
Cost depends on the number of cameras, camera models selected, choice of UNVR or console, storage capacity, cabling complexity, and any AI Key or AI LPR additions. Entry-level small-business systems start from around $3,000 installed; large commercial or multi-site deployments can reach $40,000 or more. Contact Great White Security on 0413 346 978 for a free site survey and quote specific to your requirements.
Why Choose Great White Security for UniFi Protect?
UniFi Certified Installation
Our technicians are trained on the UniFi Protect platform and the wider UniFi OS ecosystem. We configure systems correctly from commissioning — not trial and error — so you get a stable, well-documented installation from day one.
21+ Years of IP Surveillance Experience
Great White Security has been installing IP camera systems in Perth since the technology was first viable. That depth of experience means we anticipate installation problems before they occur and design systems that hold up over years of operation.
End-to-End Service
We handle everything from initial site survey to camera placement design, supply, installation, programming, AI configuration, user training, and ongoing support. You deal with one company throughout — not separate hardware suppliers and installers.
Integrated Security Design
If your site needs access control alongside cameras, we install UniFi Access door controllers and readers as part of the same project, creating a unified security platform with a single management interface and a single support contact.
No Upselling, Right-Sized Systems
We recommend the camera models and NVR hardware that suit your actual requirements. If a UNVR is the right fit, we will not push you toward the Enterprise NVR. If four cameras cover your site, we will not design a twelve-camera system.
Perth-Based, Long-Term Support
We are a Perth business and we will still be here when you need a firmware update, an extra camera, a drive replacement, or a system expansion. Our customers are not handed off to a remote support desk — they deal with the technicians who installed their system.
Ready for UniFi Protect in Perth?
Professional UniFi Protect installation across Perth and WA — no licensing fees, local processing, AI detection included.
Free site survey • Professional installation • Ongoing support