Product Overview
Wide-area monitoring at ports, highways, and critical infrastructure sites demands cameras that combine exceptional low-light imaging with AI-driven analytics and the ability to reframe coverage precisely without remounting the unit. The Hikvision iDS-2CD7546G2-XZHS(Y) is a 4MP DeepinView PTRZ dome camera purpose-built for exactly these demanding installations. Featuring DarkFighter2 imaging technology on a 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensor, the camera delivers usable colour imagery at 0.0005 lux, with full night-vision capability via built-in IR and white-light illuminators. The PTRZ mechanism provides pan, tilt, and rotate adjustment across near-full-circle ranges, combined with a motorised varifocal lens in either 2.8-12mm or 8-32mm variants. It also integrates embedded AI analytics covering multi-target detection, face capture, people counting, queue management, and heat mapping. Built to IP67, IK10, and optionally NEMA 4X corrosion resistance, this dome suits outdoor environments where camera placement is difficult to revise once installed and operational conditions are harsh.
Key Capabilities
DarkFighter2 Ultra-Low-Light Imaging
The 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensor achieves colour imagery at 0.0005 lux and black-and-white at 0.0001 lux, reducing reliance on supplemental lighting in low-traffic or cost-sensitive deployments. A blue glass module further reduces ghosting in difficult scenes.
PTRZ Post-Installation Aiming
Pan 0-355 degrees, tilt 0-85 degrees, and rotate 0-355 degrees allow the sensor head to be aimed with precision after the camera is physically fixed. This is particularly valuable where ceiling or wall access is restricted once installation is complete.
Dual Motorised Lens Options
Choose 2.8-12mm for broader field coverage with DORI detection to 152m, or 8-32mm for tighter framing with detection range extending to 400m. Both are P-iris motorised varifocals offering precise aperture control and remote optical zoom adjustment.
150dB Adaptive WDR
With 150dB AWDR combined with HLC, BLC, 3D DNR, and defog processing, the camera maintains usable image detail across scenes with extreme contrast, including vehicle headlights, sunlit entry points, or bright perimeter lighting against dark backgrounds.
Embedded AI Analytics Suite
Onboard analytics include multi-target classification for humans and vehicles, face capture supporting up to 10 face libraries, people counting, queue management, heat mapping, and region detection, reducing the need for separate server-side analytics processing.
Rugged All-Weather Construction
Rated IP67 for water and dust ingress, IK10 for impact resistance, and optionally NEMA 4X for corrosion resistance in salt-spray or chemical environments. Operating temperature spans -40°C to +65°C, covering Australian coastal, industrial, and alpine conditions.
Best For
- Highway and Road Monitoring: The 8-32mm lens option provides detection range to 400m and recognition to 80m, making it effective for capturing vehicle detail along approaches, at toll points, or across intersections where standard fixed-lens cameras fall short.
- Port and Perimeter Fence Lines: IP67, IK10, and optional NEMA 4X ratings address the salt-spray and humidity conditions common at coastal ports, while 150dB AWDR handles the bright-to-dark contrast typical of waterfront perimeters.
- Transit Hub Crowd Monitoring: People counting, queue management, and heat mapping analytics run on-device, providing actionable data at airports, rail terminals, and stadium entries without requiring separate analytics servers.
- Critical Infrastructure Sites: Power stations, refineries, and water treatment facilities with restricted access for camera adjustment benefit from the PTRZ mechanism, which allows precise sensor aiming after the housing is fixed to the mounting surface.
- High-Security Buildings Requiring Face Capture: Up to 120 faces per frame can be detected and captured simultaneously, with comparison against up to 10 stored face libraries, supporting access monitoring at building entries, checkpoints, or secured lobbies.
Why Choose the iDS-2CD7546G2-XZHS(Y)
The iDS-2CD7546G2-XZHS(Y) sits in a distinct category above standard outdoor dome cameras by combining PTRZ optical adjustability with DarkFighter2 imaging and a full embedded AI analytics suite in a single housing. A conventional fixed-lens or varifocal dome requires physical remounting to correct framing errors; the PTRZ mechanism on this model allows the sensor head to be repositioned across a near-full-circle range from ground level after the bracket is fixed, which materially reduces commissioning time on high-roof or pole-mounted installations. The 150dB AWDR and 0.0005 lux colour performance are capabilities not found on entry-level or mid-range outdoor domes. Support for up to 5 simultaneous video streams with H.265+ compression, up to 1TB local microSD storage, and on-board face library comparison further reduce infrastructure costs for complex deployments. Available through Security Wholesalers, this camera suits integrators and security managers specifying cameras for sites where both image intelligence and long-term installation reliability are non-negotiable.
Buyer Decision Tips
Lens Selection: Confirm your required recognition range before ordering. The 2.8-12mm lens is better suited to broad entry points, open plazas, or wide corridors where horizontal field of view up to 114.6 degrees is needed. The 8-32mm lens is the correct choice where you need to identify subjects or read detail at longer distances, offering recognition up to 80m and detection to 400m. These are separate product variants and the lens cannot be swapped post-purchase.
Power Supply Planning: Maximum power consumption reaches approximately 22.4W when IR illumination and full analytics are active simultaneously. Standard 802.3af PoE (15.4W) is insufficient. Verify your switch or injector supports PoE+ (802.3at Type 2, Class 4) before deploying, or plan for a local 12VDC power supply at the mounting point. This applies to every unit in a multi-camera run from the same switch.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
Hikvision iDS-2CD7546G2-XZHS(Y) |
| Resolution |
4MP – 2688 x 1520 |
| Image Sensor |
1/1.8-inch progressive scan CMOS |
| Min. Illumination (Colour) |
0.0005 lux at F1.2, AGC on |
| Min. Illumination (B&W) |
0.0001 lux at F1.2, AGC on |
| Lens Options |
2.8-12mm motorised varifocal (P-iris) or 8-32mm motorised varifocal (P-iris) |
| PTRZ Range |
Pan: 0-355°, Tilt: 0-85°, Rotate: 0-355° |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
150dB Adaptive WDR |
| IR / White Light Range |
~40m (2.8-12mm lens), ~60m (8-32mm lens); IR wavelength ~850nm |
| DORI – 2.8-12mm Lens |
Detect 152m, Observe 60m, Recognize 30m, Identify 15m |
| DORI – 8-32mm Lens |
Detect 400m, Observe 158.7m, Recognize 80m, Identify 40m |
| Video Compression |
H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| Video Streams |
Up to 5 simultaneous streams |
| AI Analytics |
Multi-target detection (human/vehicle), face capture, face library comparison (up to 10 libraries), people counting, queue management, heat mapping, region detection |
| Face Detection Capacity |
Up to ~120 faces per frame detected simultaneously |
| Audio |
2 built-in microphones and built-in speaker |
| Local Storage |
microSD / microSDHC / microSDXC up to 1TB |
| Weather / Impact Rating |
IP67, IK10, optional NEMA 4X (Y variant) |
| Operating Temperature |
-40°C to +65°C |
| Power Supply |
12VDC or PoE (802.3at Type 2, Class 4); max ~22.4W |
Ideal Use Cases
Highway and Toll Road Monitoring
The 8-32mm lens option provides detection range to 400m and recognition to 80m, covering long road approaches or multi-lane traffic corridors. The 150dB AWDR manages the headlight glare typical at toll booths and nighttime road entries.
Port and Coastal Perimeter Security
Optional NEMA 4X corrosion resistance addresses salt-spray exposure at waterfront installations. IP67 sealing and -40°C to +65°C operating range cover the temperature extremes and humidity levels found at port facilities year-round.
Airport and Rail Terminal Coverage
DarkFighter2 imaging at 0.0005 lux colour maintains identification-quality footage in the low-ambient lighting of early morning operations. Face capture with comparison against up to 10 stored libraries supports monitoring of secured gates, baggage areas, and restricted zones.
Industrial and Utility Site Perimeters
Power stations, water treatment plants, and refineries with challenging mounting points benefit from the PTRZ mechanism, which allows the sensor head to be aimed precisely from ground level without remounting the bracket. IK10 impact resistance guards against accidental contact in industrial environments.
City Plaza and Transit Hub Crowd Analytics
Onboard people counting, queue management, and heat mapping analytics generate crowd density and flow data without requiring separate server-side processing. Up to 5 simultaneous video streams allow live monitoring and recording at different resolutions from a single camera.
High-Security Building Entry Points
Face capture supporting up to 120 simultaneous detections per frame with library matching across up to 10 stored databases makes this dome suitable for access monitoring at building foyers, carpark entries, or secured lobbies where personnel flow is high and identification must be consistent.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your installation requires post-mount sensor aiming via PTRZ adjustment, extended low-light colour performance at 0.0005 lux, on-device face capture and library comparison, and a rugged outdoor dome rated to IP67 and IK10 with optional NEMA 4X corrosion resistance for coastal or industrial environments.
- Choose a different model if: Your site requires active pan-tilt-zoom tracking of moving subjects in real time. PTRZ on this model is an installation adjustment tool, not a continuous motorised tracking function. A full continuous-rotation PTZ camera is more appropriate for scenarios where the operator needs to follow moving targets across a wide area during live monitoring.
- Choose a different model if: Budget and site complexity do not justify the analytics or optical range of this camera. Simpler outdoor dome or turret options with fixed lenses and standard WDR deliver adequate performance for low-risk indoor or sheltered locations and avoid the PoE+ power requirement that this model demands.
FAQs
- What does PTRZ mean on the iDS-2CD7546G2-XZHS(Y) and how is it different from a PTZ camera?
PTRZ stands for pan, tilt, rotate, and zoom, but on this dome camera it refers to physical installation adjustment of the sensor head rather than motorised tracking during operation. Pan covers 0-355 degrees, tilt 0-85 degrees, and rotate 0-355 degrees, allowing the sensor to be aimed precisely after the housing is mounted. It does not continuously track moving subjects the way a full motorised PTZ camera does.
- Which lens variant should I choose for my installation?
Select the 2.8-12mm lens where you need a wide horizontal field of view up to 114.6 degrees, DORI detection to 152m, and broader scene coverage such as open plazas or building entry forecourts. Select the 8-32mm lens where you need to narrow field of view to capture detail at distance, with DORI detection extending to 400m and recognition at up to 80m, suited to road approaches, perimeter fence lines, or long corridors.
- What PoE standard does this camera require and why does it matter?
The iDS-2CD7546G2-XZHS(Y) requires PoE Type 2 (802.3at), also called PoE+, with maximum consumption around 22.4W when IR, white light, and analytics are running simultaneously. Standard 802.3af switches supply only 15.4W, which is insufficient. Verify every switch port planned for this camera supports PoE+ Class 4 before commissioning, or supply power via a local 12VDC adaptor instead.
- Does this camera support two-way audio communication?
Yes. The iDS-2CD7546G2-XZHS(Y) includes 2 built-in microphones and a built-in speaker, enabling two-way audio communication through compatible VMS platforms or Hikvision’s own management software without requiring external audio devices.
- How does the face capture function work and what are the library limits?
The camera can detect up to approximately 120 faces per frame simultaneously and capture face images for comparison against stored face libraries. Up to 10 separate face libraries are supported, each with a large combined capacity. Face data can be matched in real time on-device, reducing the need for centralised server processing for identification tasks at building entries or checkpoints.
- What does the NEMA 4X rating on the Y variant add over the standard IP67 rating?
IP67 confirms protection against dust ingress and temporary water immersion. NEMA 4X adds corrosion resistance for environments where salt spray, chemical exposure, or acidic atmospheres are present. For standard outdoor installations away from coastal or industrial chemical exposure, IP67 and IK10 are typically sufficient. The NEMA 4X specification on the Y variant is the relevant choice for port facilities, chemical plants, or coastal installations.
- Can I store footage locally on the camera without a connected NVR?
Yes. The camera supports microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC cards up to 1TB capacity for local edge recording. Network-attached storage via NAS is also supported. H.265+ compression reduces the file size of stored footage, extending effective storage duration compared to H.264 at equivalent bitrate settings.
- Where is the iDS-2CD7546G2-XZHS(Y) available and is stock held locally?
This camera is part of the Security Wholesalers range and carries a 6-8 week lead time, as noted in the product listing. Integrators planning large deployments or time-sensitive site completions should factor this lead time into their project schedule and place orders ahead of installation milestones to avoid delays.
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