Overview
The Hikvision DS-2DE2C400MW-DE(F1)(S7) is a compact 4 MP network PTZ camera equipped with DarkFighter low-light technology, dual-light (white and IR) illumination and rugged outdoor housing. This description is for the 4 mm fixed‐lens variant only. It is designed for installations such as estates, retail car parks and commercial perimeters where wide coverage and dependable low-light performance are required.
Benefits
- 4 MP resolution (2560 × 1440) provides sharp detail for identification and monitoring. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- DarkFighter technology enhances image quality in low ambient light conditions. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Dual-light supplement (white light and IR) up to approximately 30 m for reliable night coverage. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Fixed 4 mm lens delivers a balanced wide field of view for broad coverage zones. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Robust outdoor housing with IP66 rating, built for South African external conditions. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Technical specifications — 4 mm variant
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Sensor / Resolution: 4 MP (2560 × 1440) :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
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Lens: 4 mm fixed; Horizontal FOV ~79°, Vertical ~42.4°, Diagonal ~93.3° :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
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Minimum illumination: Colour 0.005 Lux @ F1.2 (AGC ON); B/W 0 Lux with IR :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
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Supplement light: White light & IR; range up to ~30 m :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
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Pan / Tilt range: Pan 0°–340°; Tilt -5° to +105°
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Video compression: H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG
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On-board storage: Supports microSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 256 GB
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Power: 12 V DC or PoE (IEEE 802.3af) – typical power consumption ~9 W
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Environmental: IP66 ingress protection; Operating temp approx. -30 °C to +50 °C/-30 °C to +40 °C depending on lighting mode.
Ideal applications
- Perimeter and entrance monitoring at estates, campuses and commercial sites.
- Retail car parks and outdoor façades where low-light and wide coverage are important.
- Installations requiring broad coverage with fewer devices thanks to the wide field of view.
Installation notes
- Mount at a height that enables the 4 mm lens to capture the intended zone without blind spots.
- When using the white-light supplement, ensure positioning avoids glare onto other premises or public walkways.
- Prefer PoE where available for streamlined network & power cabling; check switch budget accordingly.
- Update firmware at commissioning and secure network access (HTTPS, strong passwords).
- Protect outdoor cable entries from moisture and seal junctions for long-term reliability.
What’s in the box
- DS-2DE2C400MW-DE(F1)(S7) camera (4 mm variant)
- Quick start guide & warranty card
- Mounting template and basic fixings