DWC-MVA2Wi28T

DWC-MVA2Wi28T MEGApix® 2.1MP IP Camera Compact and rugged 1080p turret camera with Star-Light Plus™ low-light imaging, 2.8mm wide-angle lens, True WDR, Smart IR™ (100'), and multi-codec streaming. Features 360° rotation, 90° tilt, PoE/DC12V power, built-in web server, and NDAA-compliant IP67/IK10 housing—ideal for secure indoor/outdoor installations. 
Features
  • Capture vivid color images in near-total darkness with Star-Light Plus™ technology, ensuring reliable surveillance day and night.
  • Wide-Angle Fixed Lens - Equipped with a 2.8mm fixed lens, the camera offers a broad field of view for optimal area coverage—perfect for monitoring entrances, hallways, and open spaces without the need for manual zoom or repositioning.
  • True Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) balances exposure in challenging lighting, delivering clear footage in high-contrast scenes.
  • Smart IR™ provides up to 100 feet of infrared illumination, enhancing visibility in complete darkness without external lighting.
  • 3D digital noise reduction minimizes grainy footage, improving image quality and reducing storage requirements.
  • Privacy masking zones allow selective blocking of sensitive areas, supporting compliance and privacy regulations.
  • IP67-rated weatherproof housing protects against dust and water, making it ideal for outdoor and harsh environments.
  • IK10-rated vandal-resistant design ensures durability and protection against tampering or physical damage.
  • Simultaneous streaming with multiple codecs optimizes bandwidth usage and supports flexible recording setups.
  • NDAA compliance and a 5-year warranty offer peace of mind for federal, commercial, and high-security deployments.

Vandal turret housing

The vandal turret cameras have a unique dome-free design that allows for a true 90° tilting angle with endless 360° panning and rotation.

Star-Light Plus™ color in darkness technology

Star-Light Plus™ color in near-total darkness technology provides crisp, clear images in the absence of ambient light.

IVA Intrusion Lines and Detection Zones

MEGApix IVA cameras include Intelligent Video Analytics detection capabilities already activated on the camera and ready for deployment.

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IVA Object Detection Zones

The MEGApix IVA offers advanced rules to the IVA Video Content Analysis detection capabilities.

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True Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)

Cameras with True Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) technology have advanced sensors that can process a wider range of lighting, dark and bright in the same image.

Specifications

Image
Image sensor 2.1MP/1080p 1/2.8" CMOS sensor
Maximum resolution 2.1MP/1080p
Minimum Scene Illumination in color 0.0 lux (B/W)
0.05 lux (color)
Test Video Output Local video output CVBS 1.0V p-p (75Ω), 4:3 aspect ratio
Total Pixels 1945 (H) X 1109 (V)
Lens
Horizontal Field of View (HFOV) 110°
Illumination Distance 100' range Smart IR™
Lens Type Fixed Lens
Vertical Field of View (VFOV) 59°
Intelligent Video Analytics
IVA license Intrusion, line crossing, counting line, loitering, enter, exit, tamper, object removed, tailgating, direction, stopped, appear, disappear, object left, logical rules.
NOTE: object removed, tailgating, direction, stopped, appear, disappear, object left, and logical rules are available via IVA+ plugin update. For existing cameras, contact your DW sales representative for a complimentary update.
Operational
3D digital noise reduction Smart DNR™ 3D Digital Noise Reduction
Auto gain control Auto
Backlight compensation (BLC) Yes
Day and night Auto day/night
Day (color)
Night (B/W)
De-fog Yes
Memory slot Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC class 10 card (card not included)
Up to 1TB micro SD / FAT32
Mirror/flip Yes
Motion Detection Yes
Operational Notifications Alarm output activation
Email
SD card recording
Privacy Zones 16 programmable privacy masks
Shutter Mode Auto
Manual
Slow Shutter
Shutter Speed 8 ~ 1/50000
Slow Shutter Speed Off
x15
x2
x3
x4
x5
x6
x7.5
White Balance Yes
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) True WDR 120dB
Network
Bitrate Control Multi-streaming CBR/VBR at H.264 (controllable frame rate and bandwidth)
IP IPv4
Network resolution H.264: QFHD, 2.1MP/1080p, 720p, VGA, D1, CIF
H.265: QFHD, 2.1MP/1080p, 720p, VGA, D1, CIF
MJPEG: 1280x1024, 800x600, 480x360, 320x240
MJPEG: CIF
Network Web Viewer Google Chrome® browser
Linux® OS
Mac® OS
Microsoft Edge® browser
Mozilla Firefox® browser
Safari® browser
Windows OS
Protocol Bonjour
DDNS
DHCP
DNS
Genetec Protocol
HTTP
HTTPs
IGMP
NTP
RTP
RTP (UDP/TCP)
RTSP
SNMP
SNMPv1/v2/v3 (MIB-2)
TCP
Telnet
uPNP
Zeroconf (AutoIP)
Security 802.1x
HTTPS (TLS)
MAC filtering
Multi-user authority
Stream Speed Up to 30fps at all resolutions
Streaming Capability Dual-stream at different rates and resolutions
Video Bitrate 32Kbps~20Mbps
Video Compression Type H.264
H.265
MJPEG
Video Management Software DW Spectrum®
ExacqVision Technologies
Milestone Systems
Environmental
Compliance CE  FCC  NDAA Comp  UL Listing  
Environmental Operating Humidity 10-90% (non-condensing)
Environmental Operating Temperature -4°F ~ 122°F (-20°C ~ 50°C)
Mounting Accessories (Required/Optional) Optional. Sold separately
Mechanical
Camera Dimensions (H X W X D) 4.92" x 4.4" (125 x 112mm)
Camera Weight 1.65 lbs (0.75kg)
Housing Vandal ball turret
Turret
Housing Color White
IK rating IK10 Rated
IP rating Weather Resistant (IP67)
Materials Aluminum die-casting
Electrical
American wire gauge (AWG) Cable type #18
Power Consumption DC12V: max 5.7W, 475mA
PoE: max 7.2W
Power Requirements Adapter not included
PoE
General
Warranty 5 Year Warranty

Part Numbers

Part Number Description
DWC-MVA2Wi28T Preloaded with IVA.
DWC-MPVA2Wi28T (Discontinued) Preloaded with IVA+.

Accessories

DWS-myDW12M1C
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DW-POEEX2
DW-POEEX2 | 2-Port Gigabit Waterproof PoE Splitter & Extender | Digital Watchdog
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DW-SWSP30AM
DW-SWSP30M Smart Warning Speaker | Real-Time Audio Alerts for Proactive Security
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DWC-GPLT-W
DWC-GPLT-W Converter Plate – White Gang Box Adapter | Digital Watchdog
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DWC-PMB-WLW
DWC-PMB-WLW Pole Mount Bracket – White | Durable Outdoor Camera Mounting Solution
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DWC-V1CNMW
DWC-V1CNMW Corner & Pole Mount Bracket – White | Versatile Security Mounting Solution
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DWC-VACM
DWC-VACM | White Ceiling Mount Bracket for Vandal Ball Turret Cameras
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DWC-VAJUNC
DWC-VAJUNC | White Junction Box for Vandal Ball Turret Cameras
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DWC-VAWM
DWC-VAWM | White Wall Mount Bracket for Vandal Ball Turret Cameras
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Documents

Title Type
MEGApix IVA brochure
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MEGApix Single-Sensor Brochure
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DWC-MVA2Wi28T datasheet
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DWC-MPVA2Wi28T CAD drawing
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DWC-MVA2Wi28T AE specifications
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DWC-MVA2Wi28T CAD drawing
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DWC-MVA series quick setup guide
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MEGApix IVA user manual - rules and analytics
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DWC-M(P)VA2Wi28T series user manual
pdf Download

Software

Title Type Release Notes Version Update Date Compatibility Size
MEGApix IVA 2.1MP/1080p firmware vA7.2.3_20250617 img vA7.2.3_20250617 07/18/2025 60.65 MB Download
IVA and IVA+ plugin v1.0.147 zip v1.0.147 05/27/2025 14.88 MB Download
DW IP Finder v4.4.23 for Linux OS run v4.4.23 09/10/2024 46.11 MB Download
DW IP Finder v4.4.23 for Windows OS exe v4.4.23 07/01/2024 27.80 MB Download

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