Product Overview
For remote locations where running mains power or network cabling is not practical, the DS-2XS3Q47G1-LDW(H)/C18S40 delivers a self-contained solar-powered PT camera kit built around 4MP ColorVu imaging. Featuring a solar panel, dual-pack lithium battery, built-in white light illumination, and Network Bridge P2P communication, it is designed to operate independently at farms, construction sites, remote gates, outdoor yards, and temporary worksites. The camera provides 2560 x 1440 maximum resolution with 24/7 colour imaging and pan movement from 0 to 340 degrees and tilt from -5 to 105 degrees, giving installers genuine direction flexibility from a single mounting point. Equipped with a built-in microphone and speaker, it supports two-way audio for remote communication. H.265+ compression helps manage bandwidth and storage demands, which is particularly relevant at remote sites where connection resources may be constrained. Available in 2.8mm, 4mm, and 6mm fixed lens options to suit different coverage distances, this kit is suited to off-grid surveillance applications across a wide range of outdoor environments.
Key Capabilities
Solar and Battery Standalone Power
The kit includes a solar panel and a dual-pack lithium battery rated at 8.4 Ah x 2, removing the need for mains power cabling. Three operating modes, Performance, Proactive, and Standby, allow installers to balance camera activity against battery runtime depending on site conditions and monitoring priorities.
4MP ColorVu 24/7 Colour Imaging
The 1/3-inch progressive scan CMOS sensor captures 2560 x 1440 resolution with a minimum illumination of 0.0005 lux at F1.0. ColorVu technology combined with built-in white light illumination maintains colour detail in low-light outdoor scenes, avoiding the loss of identifying information that comes with black-and-white night footage.
Pan and Tilt Viewing Control
Camera pan from 0 to 340 degrees and tilt from -5 to 105 degrees allow users to reposition the viewing direction remotely from a single solar-powered installation point. This makes the camera useful at gates and compound entrances where multiple access angles need to be covered without installing additional cameras.
Adjustable Solar Panel Positioning
The solar panel can pan from 0 to 358 degrees and tilt from -40 to 0 degrees independently of the camera direction. This allows installers to orient the panel toward the best sun exposure for the site while pointing the camera at the intended monitoring area, regardless of which direction receives the most sunlight.
Network Bridge P2P Communication
Network Bridge P2P communication support enables the camera kit to connect at remote locations where fixed network cabling is unavailable or not cost-effective. This is suited to temporary deployments, rural sites, construction projects, and outdoor areas where a wired network connection to a recorder or monitoring platform is not practical.
Two-Way Audio
Built-in microphone and speaker allow two-way audio communication when the system is configured and deployed in line with local privacy and surveillance requirements. This supports remote warnings, visitor interaction at gates, and site management communication without requiring a separate intercom device at the camera location.
Best For
- Remote Gates and Driveways: Pan and tilt control combined with two-way audio allows operators to monitor access, adjust the viewing angle remotely, and communicate with visitors without requiring fixed power or network cabling at the gate location.
- Farms and Rural Properties: The solar panel and battery provide standalone operation at paddock entries, machinery sheds, rural tracks, and property boundaries where infrastructure is absent or expensive to extend.
- Construction Sites: Temporary site monitoring benefits from the portable, self-contained setup. As site layouts change, the camera direction can be repositioned using PT control without relocating the mounting point or cabling.
- Outdoor Yards and Compounds: ColorVu white light illumination maintains colour detail after dark across vehicle yards, storage areas, laydown zones, and outdoor commercial sites where overnight visibility is important.
- Temporary Surveillance Deployments: Sites requiring short-term monitoring without permanent infrastructure, such as events, road works, or seasonal worksites, benefit from the kit’s self-contained power, wireless bridge communication, and portable installation design.
Why Choose the DS-2XS3Q47G1-LDW(H)/C18S40
The DS-2XS3Q47G1-LDW(H)/C18S40 addresses a monitoring challenge that fixed cameras cannot solve: covering a remote or off-grid location without running power cables or network infrastructure. The dual-pack lithium battery at 8.4 Ah x 2 and three selectable operating modes give installers control over runtime vs. activity trade-offs, while the independently adjustable solar panel allows the best sun exposure regardless of camera orientation. ColorVu 24/7 colour imaging with white light illumination provides more actionable night footage than cameras relying on standard infrared, and the 340-degree pan range means a single installation point can address multiple viewing angles across the same site. H.265+ compression reduces data demands, which matters at remote locations where storage or bandwidth is limited. Available through Security Wholesalers, this kit is suited to projects where infrastructure constraints are the primary challenge rather than the camera specification itself.
Package Inclusions
- 1 x DS-2XS3Q47G1-LDW(H)/C18S40 – 4MP ColorVu Solar-Powered PT Camera Kit (Built-In Battery, Solar Panel, Two-Way Audio, Network Bridge P2P)
Buyer Decision Tips
Solar Exposure and Battery Mode Planning: Battery runtime varies significantly between modes, from approximately 3.6 days in Performance mode to 30 days in Standby mode under specified conditions. Before installing, assess the daily sun hours at the site, the angle and orientation of the solar panel, and how frequently the camera will be triggered or actively monitored. Sites with limited direct sunlight, heavy cloud cover, or high event frequency may experience shorter-than-listed runtimes. Select the operating mode that matches the site’s actual monitoring intensity rather than defaulting to Performance mode.
Network Bridge vs. 4G Communication: This C18S40 variant uses Network Bridge P2P communication, not a 4G mobile network connection. This means the kit relies on a bridge communication path between the camera and the receiving device or network point. Before specifying this model, confirm that a suitable bridge communication path exists at the site, including line-of-sight requirements and bridge placement. If the installation location has no practical bridge path but has mobile network coverage, a 4G-capable variant may be more appropriate for that site.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
DS-2XS3Q47G1-LDW(H)/C18S40 |
| Product Type |
4MP ColorVu Solar-Powered Security Camera PT Kit |
| Camera Resolution |
4MP (2560 x 1440 maximum) |
| Image Sensor |
1/3″ Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.0005 lux @ F1.0, AGC on; 0 lux with white light |
| Day / Night |
24/7 colour imaging (ColorVu) |
| White Light Illumination |
Built-in white light for low-light colour imaging |
| Available Lens Options |
2.8mm, 4mm, 6mm fixed lens |
| 2.8mm Field of View |
Horizontal 96°, vertical 52°, diagonal 113° |
| 4mm Field of View |
Horizontal 76°, vertical 41°, diagonal 89° |
| Camera Pan Range |
0° to 340° |
| Camera Tilt Range |
-5° to 105° |
| Solar Panel Adjustment |
Pan 0° to 358°, tilt -40° to 0° |
| Video Compression |
H.265+ |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone and speaker, two-way audio supported |
| Communication |
Network Bridge P2P |
| Power Supply |
Solar panel with built-in lithium battery (9 V to 12.6 V, 8.4 Ah x 2 packs) |
| Battery Working Time |
Performance mode: approx. 3.6 days; Proactive mode: approx. 6 days; Standby mode: approx. 30 days |
Ideal Use Cases
Farm and Rural Gate Monitoring
The solar panel and dual-pack battery support standalone operation at rural entry points and paddock gates where mains power is unavailable. PT control allows the operator to redirect the camera between the road approach and the gate area without relocating the mounting post.
Construction Site After-Hours Security
Temporary construction sites benefit from a self-contained camera that can be repositioned as the project progresses. The 340-degree pan range allows a single kit installation to cover equipment storage, site access, and perimeter zones without adding cabling runs as the site changes.
Remote Compound and Yard Perimeters
ColorVu white light illumination maintains colour imaging at 0 lux after dark, making it useful for outdoor storage yards, compound perimeters, and vehicle laydown areas where identifying vehicle colours, clothing, or number plates at night adds value over monochrome IR footage.
Utilities and Infrastructure Sites
Remote utility assets such as pump stations, substations, water tanks, and pipeline access points are often located away from power and network infrastructure. The Network Bridge P2P communication and solar power make the kit deployable at these locations without significant civil or electrical works.
Temporary Events and Seasonal Worksites
Short-term surveillance requirements at events, seasonal harvest sites, or temporary access roads suit the portable, self-contained design. The kit can be installed, used for the duration of the project or season, and relocated without leaving infrastructure behind.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: The installation site has no mains power or network cabling available, receives adequate direct sunlight for solar charging, has a suitable Network Bridge P2P communication path, and requires flexible camera direction control from a single mounting point with 24/7 colour imaging.
- Choose a different model if: The site relies solely on mobile network connectivity with no bridge path available, in which case a 4G-capable solar PT camera variant would be more appropriate. Similarly, if the site has reliable mains power and network cabling, a wired PT or fixed camera would offer more consistent performance without the solar exposure and battery runtime considerations that come with this kit.
- Lens selection guidance: The 2.8mm lens at 96 degrees horizontal suits wide-angle coverage of entry areas, yards, or compound approaches. The 4mm lens at 76 degrees is better for monitoring a defined path or lane where more distance detail is useful. The 6mm option narrows the view further for longer approaches where the camera is mounted well back from the target area.
FAQs
- What communication method does the C18S40 variant use?
This variant uses Network Bridge P2P communication to connect the camera at remote locations. It does not use a 4G mobile network connection. Before deploying this model, confirm that a suitable bridge path exists between the camera location and the receiving network point, including any line-of-sight requirements for the bridge equipment included in the kit.
- How long does the battery last between solar charges?
Listed battery working time under specified conditions is approximately 3.6 days in Performance mode, 6 days in Proactive mode, and 30 days in Standby mode. Actual runtime depends on sunlight hours, panel orientation, ambient temperature, recording mode, event frequency, and battery condition. Sites with limited direct sunlight should be assessed carefully before selecting Performance mode.
- Can the solar panel and camera face different directions?
Yes. The solar panel adjusts independently with pan from 0 to 358 degrees and tilt from -40 to 0 degrees, while the camera can pan from 0 to 340 degrees and tilt from -5 to 105 degrees. This means the panel can be aimed at the optimal sun angle while the camera monitors a completely different direction, which is a practical advantage at many remote installation sites.
- Does the DS-2XS3Q47G1-LDW(H)/C18S40 provide colour footage at night?
Yes. The camera uses ColorVu technology combined with built-in white light illumination to maintain colour video in low-light conditions. The minimum illumination is rated at 0.0005 lux at F1.0 with AGC on, and 0 lux when the white light is active. This delivers colour detail in complete darkness that standard infrared cameras cannot provide.
- Which lens option suits a rural gate or single-lane driveway?
For a narrow driveway or single access lane where the camera is mounted close to the entry, the 4mm lens at 76 degrees horizontal provides a practical balance of width and distance detail. The 2.8mm lens at 96 degrees suits wider entries or open yards where broader coverage from one position is more useful. The 6mm lens suits longer approaches where the camera is mounted further back from the monitored area.
- Is two-way audio functional out of the box?
The kit includes a built-in microphone and speaker, and two-way audio is listed as supported. Functionality depends on correct system configuration, network bridge connectivity, and the monitoring platform in use. Always confirm local privacy and surveillance recording regulations before enabling audio features at any site, as requirements vary by state in Australia.
- Where can I get technical support or confirm compatibility for this kit?
The DS-2XS3Q47G1-LDW(H)/C18S40 is available through Security Wholesalers, where the product datasheet can also be downloaded for full specification and installation guidance. For bridge compatibility, recording platform integration, lens selection for specific sites, or battery mode planning, reviewing the datasheet before installation is strongly recommended.
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