Product SKU: DH-HAC-ME1509TQP-PV-0280B
Product Overview
The Dahua DH-HAC-ME1509TQP-PV-0280B is a 5MP Full-Color active-deterrence HDCVI turret camera designed for homes, shops, offices, warehouses and courtyards using compatible coaxial CCTV infrastructure. Its 1/2.7-inch CMOS sensor outputs up to 2592 × 1944, while the fixed 2.8mm F1.2 lens provides a wide 98° horizontal view for entrances, driveways and general area coverage. Two warm-light illuminators provide colour imaging in darkness at a listed range of up to 40 metres. When linked to SMD Plus or perimeter protection on a compatible XVR, supported events can activate red-and-blue flashing lights, a configurable 110dB siren and the camera’s alarm output. The camera supports CVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS output through one BNC connection. Its IP67 housing and quick-install pedestal suit indoor or outdoor installation, but the 5MP frame rate is limited to 20fps and separate 12V DC power is required.
Key Capabilities
5MP HDCVI Imaging
The camera outputs 2592 × 1944 video at up to 20fps. This provides more recorded detail than standard 1080p cameras while retaining the straightforward cabling and recorder-based operation of a compatible coaxial surveillance system.
Full-Color Night Imaging
The F1.2 aperture and two warm-light illuminators allow the camera to retain colour information when ambient light is limited. This is useful where clothing, vehicle colour or other colour evidence matters after dark.
40m Warm-Light Coverage
Visible warm lighting reaches up to a listed 40 metres and can be controlled automatically or manually. Smart-light adjustment helps reduce excessive exposure on objects positioned near the centre of the image.
Sound and Light Deterrence
Supported XVR events can trigger red-and-blue flashing lights and a configurable siren before an intruder reaches the protected area. Flash frequency, warning volume and activation duration can be adjusted to suit the site.
Wide 2.8mm Fixed Lens
The 2.8mm lens provides a 98° horizontal field of view, making it suitable for broad entrances, courtyards and shopfronts. It favours overview coverage rather than narrow long-distance identification.
Four-Format Coaxial Output
One BNC output supports CVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS. This provides flexibility for compatible upgrades and mixed-format testing without requiring the camera to connect directly to an IP network.
Best For
- Residential Courtyards and Driveways: Provides wide colour monitoring and visible deterrence around common property approaches.
- Retail Shopfronts: Captures colour evidence and can warn people approaching the premises after hours.
- Offices and Warehouses: Supports entrance verification, alarm linkage and active warnings around restricted doors and yards.
- Existing Coaxial Systems: Adds 5MP Full-Color video without replacing suitable coaxial cabling with a full IP network.
- Visible Deterrence Zones: Suits locations where flashing lights and an audible warning are appropriate and permitted.
Why Choose the DH-HAC-ME1509TQP-PV-0280B
The DH-HAC-ME1509TQP-PV-0280B does more than passively record an event. When paired with a compatible XVR, its red-and-blue lights, siren and alarm output can respond to a classified intrusion before the person reaches the protected area. Full-Color imaging also preserves colour evidence at night instead of relying on infrared-only monochrome footage. The wide 2.8mm lens suits entrances and open courtyards, while CVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS support make the camera adaptable to selected coaxial systems. Available through Security Wholesalers, this model is best chosen after confirming the recorder’s SMD Plus or perimeter-protection capability. Buyers should also consider the visible 40-metre warm light, 20fps maximum at 5MP and the absence of a confirmed microphone.
Buyer Decision Tips
Recorder Analytics Tip: SMD Plus and perimeter protection are provided by a compatible XVR for this setup. Confirm the recorder model, firmware and alarm-linkage functions before relying on automatic deterrence.
Lighting and Audio Tip: This is a Full-Color warm-light camera rather than an infrared model. The visible light can affect neighbours or nearby traffic, and no built-in microphone or two-way-audio hardware is confirmed for this exact camera.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Resolution and Camera Type |
5MP Full-Color active-deterrence fixed-lens HDCVI turret or eyeball camera. |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.7-inch progressive-scan CMOS. |
| Maximum Resolution |
2592 × 1944. |
| Frame Rate |
5MP at 20fps; 4MP and 1080p at 25fps on the PAL model. |
| Lens |
2.8mm fixed M12 lens with F1.2 maximum aperture. |
| Viewing Angle |
98° horizontal, 71° vertical and 129° diagonal. |
| Close Focus and DORI |
1.6m close focus; detect 67.4m, observe 27m, recognise 13.5m and identify 6.7m. |
| Low-Light Performance |
0.005 lux at F1.2 and 0 lux with warm light active. |
| Illumination |
Two warm-light illuminators with a listed range of up to 40m. |
| Active Deterrence |
Red-and-blue flashing light, configurable sound warning and one alarm output. |
| Warning Controls |
Flash and sound duration from 5–30 seconds with high, medium or low frequency and volume settings. |
| Sound Level |
Listed at 110dB. |
| Video Output |
One BNC output supporting CVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS. |
| Image Enhancement |
BLC, HLC, DWDR, 2D noise reduction, Smart Light and eight privacy-mask areas. |
| Power |
12V DC ±30% with maximum consumption of 7.7W when the warm light is active. |
| Protection |
IP67 with a listed 4kV lightning rating. |
| Operating Conditions |
-40°C to +60°C at less than 95% non-condensing humidity. |
| Construction |
Metal front cover with plastic rear housing and quick-install pedestal. |
| Dimensions and Weight |
Φ109.9 × 100.9mm with a net weight of 0.32kg. |
Ideal Use Cases
Home Courtyards
Record colour details and provide visible warnings around open residential access areas.
Retail Entrances
Use the broad 2.8mm view to monitor visitors and deter after-hours approaches.
Warehouse Doors
Link recorder-based perimeter events to flashing lights, sound warnings and the alarm output.
Office Approaches
Capture colour evidence around controlled entries, pathways and small external courtyards.
Coaxial System Upgrades
Reuse suitable cabling while adding 5MP Full-Color recording and active-deterrence functions.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: The site needs wide 5MP Full-Color coverage and recorder-triggered sound and light deterrence.
- Choose an infrared model if: Visible warm lighting would be unsuitable or colour footage is not required in darkness.
- Choose a microphone-equipped model if: Recording conversations or environmental sound is part of the project requirement.
- Choose a varifocal model if: The final field of view cannot be confirmed before installation.
- Confirm the XVR first if: SMD Plus, perimeter protection, alarm linkage or full active-deterrence control is required.
FAQs
- Does the DH-HAC-ME1509TQP-PV-0280B record 5MP video at full frame rate?
The DH-HAC-ME1509TQP-PV-0280B outputs 2592 × 1944 HDCVI video at up to 20fps. The PAL model also supports 4MP and 1080p at 25fps, while compatible NTSC systems can use 30fps at those lower resolutions. Choose 5MP when maximum still-image detail matters, or select a lower resolution when smoother motion is more important. The connected XVR must support the selected format and frame rate.
- How does the Full-Color night imaging work?
The camera combines a 1/2.7-inch sensor, F1.2 aperture and two warm-light illuminators to retain colour information in low-light scenes. When ambient light is insufficient, the warm lights provide visible illumination up to a listed 40 metres, allowing the camera to continue producing colour video rather than changing to infrared monochrome. The final result depends on target distance, reflective surfaces, mounting angle and the amount of existing light.
- How does active deterrence work on this HDCVI turret camera?
When a compatible XVR detects a configured intrusion through SMD Plus or perimeter protection, it can trigger the camera’s red-and-blue flashing lights, audible warning and alarm output. Flash and sound duration can be set from 5 to 30 seconds, and warning intensity or volume can be adjusted. The listed sound level is 110dB. The intelligent detection is provided by the compatible recorder rather than confirmed as camera-side analytics.
- Does the DH-HAC-ME1509TQP-PV-0280B have a built-in microphone?
No built-in microphone or audio-input interface is confirmed for this exact model in the supplied specification. The camera provides video over BNC, one alarm output and an integrated siren for active-deterrence warnings, but the siren is not a microphone and does not provide two-way audio. Buyers requiring recorded conversations or live talk-back should select a model with specifically confirmed audio hardware and compatible recorder support.
- What area does the 2.8mm lens cover?
The fixed 2.8mm lens provides a 98° horizontal, 71° vertical and 129° diagonal field of view, making it suitable for broad entrances, driveways, shopfronts and general courtyard coverage. Its listed DORI distances are 67.4 metres detect, 27 metres observe, 13.5 metres recognise and 6.7 metres identify. The lens cannot be adjusted remotely, so the mounting position should be planned around the required evidence area.
- Can this camera work with CVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS recorders?
The camera provides one BNC output and supports CVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS formats. CVI, TVI and AHD can output 5MP at 20fps, while CVBS provides standard-definition 960H video. Recorder compatibility should be checked before installation because supported resolution, frame rate, alarm linkage and active-deterrence control vary between XVR models and firmware versions. The camera still requires a separate 12V DC power connection.
- Is the DH-HAC-ME1509TQP-PV-0280B suitable for outdoor installation?
Yes. The camera is rated IP67 and operates from -40°C to +60°C at less than 95% non-condensing humidity. It also supports ±30% input-voltage tolerance and has a listed 4kV lightning rating. Outdoor installation still requires suitable fasteners, protected cable joints and a stable mounting surface. The front cover is metal, while the rear housing and quick-install pedestal are plastic.
- What should I confirm before ordering this Full-Color active-deterrence camera?
Confirm that the XVR supports 5MP at 20fps, the selected CVI, TVI or AHD format, alarm linkage and recorder-side SMD Plus or perimeter protection for triggering the deterrence functions. Also check the 2.8mm viewing area, 40-metre warm-light coverage, separate 12V DC power and local rules for audible warnings. Security Wholesalers can review the recorder and proposed camera position to identify likely compatibility or coverage limitations before installation.
Additional Information
Dahua DH-HAC-ME1509TQ-PV Datasheet
