UVC20

A 1080p desk camera for one-to-one video

The Yealink UVC20 is a USB camera built for one person sitting in front of a personal computer. Its 5-megapixel sensor outputs 1080p video at 30 frames per second, and it can switch to 720p at 30 frames per second. Yealink positions it for remote working, distance education, training, live streaming and telemedicine, and it is intended for a single workstation rather than a meeting room.

Image and sound from a small footprint

• Sensor: 1/2.7-inch CMOS, 5MP, F/2.0 aperture, 74 degree diagonal field of view
• Focus and zoom: auto focus from 10 cm to 1.5 m, with 1.4x digital zoom and ePTZ control through software
• Low light: minimum illumination rated at 0.5 lux in daylight and 0.1 lux at night
• Microphone: built-in omnidirectional mic with 180 degree pickup up to 4.9 feet and a 100Hz to 12kHz frequency response

Smart Light detects faces automatically in low light or backlit conditions and compensates exposure on the face while keeping the overall image balanced. A built-in lens cap protects the lens when the camera is not in use, and an LED indicator shows when it is active.

Connection and management for IT teams

The camera connects through a 1.8 m USB 2.0 Type A cable and follows the UVC 1.0 protocol, so it is described as plug-and-play. Yealink lists support for Windows 7, Windows 10 and macOS 10.10 or higher. Yealink USB Connect lets administrators monitor usage, view device information, run diagnoses and perform firmware updates, which helps when several desks need consistent settings. The unit measures 100 mm by 43 mm by 41 mm.

Where the UVC20 fits in Qatar

• A hybrid analyst in The Pearl joining meetings with teams abroad from a quiet home office on a Sunday to Thursday working week.
• A trainer at a centre in Education City delivering remote sessions from a single desk, with the camera at eye level.
• A consultation desk in a clinic in Al Sadd running video appointments, where the lens cap and privacy needs are reviewed first.
• A teacher at a school in Al Wakrah preparing live lessons from a fixed desk in a classroom or library.

What to plan before you order

• Cable reach: the 1.8 m cable limits how far the camera can sit from the computer, so plan a nearby USB port.
• Lighting: the low-light ratings describe the sensor, not a replacement for good room lighting.
• Heat and dust: the source data does not list an operating temperature range. Summer temperatures in Qatar can exceed 45 degrees Celsius and dust storms are common, so keep the camera indoors, away from direct sun, and confirm the environment with the SmartRooms Qatar team if it will sit near a window.
• Multiple units: SmartRooms Qatar offers a free site survey, and schools and government buyers can order through a purchase order (LPO).

Discontinued status and support

Yealink ended sales of the UVC20 on 15 March 2024, and new orders are no longer accepted. Under Yealink's end-of-life policy, the first year after end of sale includes hardware and software technical support and security fixes. From the second to the fifth year, Yealink aims to provide software bug fixes only, and no new features are added. Hardware spares depend on local distributors and available inventory. If you need a current camera that performs the same role, request a quote and the SmartRooms Qatar team will recommend a compatible option for your room.