Product SKU: DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2
Product Overview
The Dahua DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2 is a 5 MP Starlight HDCVI turret camera designed for upgrading or expanding coaxial CCTV systems. Its fixed 2.8 mm lens provides broad coverage for entrances, driveways, retail floors, offices and general property surveillance, while Smart IR illumination supports night monitoring at distances up to 60 metres. The built-in microphone allows compatible Dahua XVRs to receive video and audio over the same coaxial connection, reducing the need for separate audio cabling. The camera supports CVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS switchable output, making it suitable for a range of compatible recorders and test equipment. Its IP67-rated quick-install turret housing supports indoor or outdoor use and can simplify camera positioning during installation. A compatible 12 VDC power supply and recorder channel are required.
Key Capabilities
5 MP HDCVI Video
The camera delivers high-resolution 5 MP video over coaxial cable, providing a practical upgrade path for compatible analogue CCTV systems without requiring a complete change to IP network cabling.
Wide 2.8 mm Lens
The fixed 2.8 mm lens provides a wide field of view suited to entrances, front yards, retail areas and other locations where broad scene coverage is more important than distant close-up detail.
Starlight Low-Light Imaging
Starlight technology improves image visibility in dim conditions, helping the camera retain useful colour detail for longer before switching to infrared-assisted black-and-white night monitoring.
Smart IR up to 60 Metres
Integrated infrared illumination supports night monitoring at distances up to 60 metres. Smart IR adjusts illumination intensity to help reduce overexposure when people or objects move closer to the camera.
Built-In Microphone
The integrated microphone allows compatible HDCVI recorders to capture video and audio through the camera’s coaxial connection, adding useful context to recorded incidents without a separate external microphone.
Four-in-One Video Output
Switchable CVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS output provides broader recorder and installation-tool compatibility. The selected output format and resolution must match the capabilities of the connected recorder channel.
Best For
- Existing Coaxial CCTV Upgrades: Reuses suitable coaxial cabling while increasing image resolution to 5 MP with a compatible XVR.
- Residential Entrances: The wide 2.8 mm lens suits front doors, driveways, garages and side access areas.
- Retail Stores: Provides broad coverage of entrances, counters, aisles and customer-facing areas.
- Commercial Properties: Suitable for offices, warehouses, workshops and general building surveillance.
- Audio-Assisted Monitoring: The built-in microphone adds recorded sound when connected to a compatible audio-over-coax recorder channel.
Why Choose the DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2
The DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2 is a practical choice when an existing coaxial CCTV installation needs higher-resolution video, stronger night coverage and integrated audio without moving to a fully network-based camera system. Its 5 MP output provides improved detail over older analogue cameras, while the 2.8 mm lens offers broad coverage for common residential and commercial scenes. Starlight imaging and Smart IR help maintain useful footage as lighting conditions change, and the switchable video formats add flexibility when working with compatible recorders. Available through Security Wholesalers, this model is particularly suitable for cost-effective upgrades where the existing coaxial cable remains serviceable. Recorder resolution, firmware, audio support and power requirements should be confirmed before installation.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: Confirm that the recorder supports 5 MP HDCVI video at the required frame rate. Older DVRs may accept only lower analogue resolutions or may require a firmware update before displaying the camera’s 5 MP 16:9 output correctly.
Buyer Tip: A 2.8 mm lens provides broad coverage but less distant identification detail than a narrower lens. Check the intended subject distance before choosing this model for gates, long driveways or distant number-plate viewing.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Product Type | 5 MP Starlight HDCVI fixed-lens turret camera. |
| Model | DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2. |
| Image Sensor | 1/2.7-inch CMOS. |
| Maximum Resolution | 5 MP. |
| Maximum Frame Rate | Up to 25 fps at 5 MP in 16:9 output mode. |
| Lens | 2.8 mm fixed lens. |
| Lens Type | Fixed-focal. |
| Low-Light Technology | Starlight. |
| Night Illumination | Smart IR. |
| Maximum IR Distance | Up to 60 metres. |
| Day/Night Function | Automatic infrared cut filter. |
| Noise Reduction | 2D and 3D noise reduction. |
| Backlight Compensation | BLC, HLC and digital WDR. |
| Audio | Built-in microphone on the -A model. |
| Video Output | Switchable HDCVI, TVI, AHD and CVBS output. |
| Transmission Medium | Coaxial cable to a compatible recorder. |
| OSD Control | Controlled through a compatible HDCVI recorder over coaxial cable. |
| Power Supply | 12 VDC. |
| Weather Rating | IP67. |
| Housing Type | Quick-install turret or eyeball housing. |
| Installation | Ceiling or wall mounting with appropriate hardware. |
| Recorder Requirement | Compatible XVR or DVR supporting the selected signal format and resolution. |
| Network Connection | Not an IP camera; connects through coaxial video cabling. |
Ideal Use Cases
Front Entrances
The wide lens captures doors, porches and surrounding approach areas while the microphone adds useful audio context.
Residential Driveways
Provides broad vehicle and pedestrian coverage with infrared illumination for night monitoring.
Retail Interiors
Suitable for shop floors, counters and aisles where wide coverage and recorded audio are useful.
Office Entrances
Monitors reception doors, corridors and common access areas using existing coaxial infrastructure.
Warehouse Areas
Supports general monitoring of loading areas, internal aisles and surrounding external zones.
Analogue CCTV Upgrades
A practical replacement for lower-resolution coaxial cameras where the cabling and compatible XVR can be retained.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: The system uses compatible coaxial cabling and requires 5 MP video, a wide 2.8 mm lens, built-in audio and long-range infrared illumination.
- Choose a narrower lens if: The camera must capture greater detail at a gate, boundary or other distant target.
- Choose a motorised varifocal model if: The field of view needs to be adjusted precisely after installation.
- Choose an IP camera if: The project requires PoE, direct network connectivity, onboard storage or advanced camera-based analytics.
FAQs
- Is the Dahua DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2 a 5 MP camera?
Yes. The DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2 is a 5 MP HDCVI camera designed to deliver up to 25 frames per second at 5 MP in a 16:9 format when used with a compatible XVR and suitable firmware. Its coaxial video output makes it practical for upgrading existing analogue CCTV cabling while retaining high-resolution recording. - Does the DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2 have a built-in microphone?
Yes. The -A version includes a built-in microphone so video and audio can be transmitted to a compatible HDCVI recorder over the same coaxial cable. Audio recording depends on the recorder channel, cabling, configuration and applicable privacy requirements, so these should be checked before installation. - How far does the infrared illumination reach?
The DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2 is specified with Smart IR illumination up to 60 metres. The practical distance for recognising a face or other detail may be shorter and depends on the target size, scene reflectivity, mounting angle, weather and surrounding light. - Can this camera work with older analogue CCTV cabling?
Yes. HDCVI technology is designed to transmit high-definition video over coaxial cable, making this camera suitable for many analogue CCTV upgrades. Cable condition, connectors, power delivery and recorder compatibility should still be checked because damaged or poor-quality cabling can reduce image stability and transmission performance. - Is the DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2 suitable for outdoor installation?
Yes. The camera carries an IP67 weather-resistance rating and is designed for indoor or outdoor use when installed and sealed correctly. Cable joints, power connections and wall penetrations should be protected from moisture, and highly exposed locations may benefit from a suitable junction box or additional weather protection. - What should be checked before buying the DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2?
Confirm that the recorder supports 5 MP HDCVI input, the 2.8 mm wide-angle lens suits the scene, the available 12 VDC power supply is appropriate and the existing coaxial cable is in good condition. The DH-HAC-HDW1500TMQP-A-0280B-S2 is available through Security Wholesalers for compatible HDCVI systems, but recorder capability and installation distance should be verified before ordering.
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