Dahua IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE - 2MP 1080p Starlight IR Turret IP CCTV Camera
Product Features
- Dahua IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE is a 2MP 1080p Starlight IR eyeball turret IP CCTV camera.
- IP67 waterproof outdoor security camera with Starlight imaging, WDR (120dB) and up to 50m of infrared night vision.
- 50/60fps at 1080P with H.265+/H.264+ compression and three streams.
- Built-in microphone, Micro SD memory, tripwire, intrusion and face detection for surveillance.
- Powered by PoE (802.3af) or DC12V.
Dahua IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE - 2MP 1080p Starlight IR Eyeball Turret IP CCTV Camera
The Dahua IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE is a 2MP (1080p) Starlight IR eyeball turret IP CCTV camera from Dahua's Eco-savvy 3.0 range. Dahua lists it as a 2MP IR Eyeball Network Camera; installers also call this style of body a turret camera. It combines Starlight low-light imaging, up to 50m of infrared night vision, a built-in microphone and an IP67 waterproof housing, and is powered over PoE (802.3af) or DC12V.
Also listed as DH-IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE.
Key features
- 1/2.8" 2Megapixel progressive scan STARVIS CMOS, 1920 x 1080 at 50/60fps.
- H.265 and H.264 triple-stream encoding; Smart H.265+ cuts bit rate and storage by up to 70% against standard H.265, per Dahua.
- Starlight technology; WDR (120dB), Day/Night (ICR), 3D DNR, AWB, AGC and BLC.
- Infrared night vision up to 50m (164ft) with Smart IR.
- 2.8mm fixed lens (3.6mm and 6mm optional) and a built-in microphone.
- IVS: tripwire, intrusion, object abandoned/missing; face detection.
- Dahua ePoE: long-distance transmission over Cat 5 or coaxial cable, with PoE and PoC power supply support.
- IP67; Micro SD memory; ONVIF, PSIA and CGI.
Technical specification
| Model | IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE |
|---|---|
| Product type | 2MP IR eyeball (turret) network camera |
| Image sensor | 1/2.8" 2Megapixel progressive scan STARVIS CMOS |
| Effective pixels | 1920 (H) x 1080 (V) |
| Minimum illumination | 0.007Lux/F1.6 (colour, 1/3s, 30IRE); 0.06Lux/F1.6 (colour, 1/30s, 30IRE); 0Lux/F1.6 (IR on) |
| IR distance | Up to 50m (164ft), Auto/Manual control |
| Lens | 2.8mm fixed (3.6mm and 6mm optional), F1.6 |
| Angle of view | H:110° (87°, 52°), V:58° (48°, 30°) for 2.8mm (3.6mm, 6mm) |
| Close focus distance | 0.9m (1.2m, 2.5m) |
| Video compression | H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264; 3 streams |
| Frame rate | Main stream: 1080P/720P (1 to 50/60fps); sub stream D1 (1 to 50/60fps); third stream 1080P (1 to 25/30fps) |
| Day/Night and WDR | Auto (ICR) / Colour / B/W; BLC / HLC / WDR (120dB) |
| Noise reduction | 3D DNR |
| Intelligence | IVS: Tripwire, Intrusion, Object Abandoned/Missing; Face Detection |
| Audio | Built-in Mic; G.711a/G.711Mu/AAC/G.726 |
| Network | RJ-45 (10/100Base-T); ONVIF, PSIA, CGI |
| Edge storage | Micro SD card 128GB; NAS; local PC for instant recording |
| Power supply | DC12V, PoE (802.3af) (Class 0); below 5.5W |
| Ingress protection | IP67; vandal resistance N/A |
| Operating conditions | -30°C to +60°C (-22°F to +140°F), less than 95% RH |
| Casing and dimensions | Metal; 106mm x 93.7mm (4.17 x 3.69 in) |
| Weight | 0.47kg net, 0.65kg gross |
DORI distances
| Lens | Detect | Observe | Recognize | Identify |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8mm | 43m | 17m | 9m | 4m |
| 3.6mm | 55m | 22m | 11m | 6m |
| 6.0mm | 83m | 33m | 17m | 8m |
Works with
- Dahua PFB204W - Water-proof Wall Mount Bracket
- Dahua DH-PFA130-E - IP66 Waterproof CCTV Junction Box
- Dahua DH-PFA152-E - CCTV Camera Pole Mount Bracket
- Dahua DH-LR1002 - Ethernet over Coax (EoC) Passive Converter, ePoE
Related 2MP eyeball models: Dahua IPC-HDW4231EM-AS and Dahua IPC-HDW4231M.
Common questions
Is the IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE a Starlight camera?
Dahua lists Starlight technology for this model, with a minimum illumination of 0.007Lux/F1.6 in colour (1/3s, 30IRE). See our guide to Dahua Starlight low-light cameras.
What is ePoE?
Dahua describes ePoE as its own technology for long-distance transmission between an IP camera and a network switch, over 800 metres at 10Mbps or 300 metres at 100Mbps via Cat 5 or coaxial cable. Dahua lists the LR1002 ePoE over coax converter as an optional accessory.
How far does the night vision reach?
Infrared distance is up to 50m (164ft) and Smart IR is supported. For detail at distance, see the DORI table above.
Is the IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE an outdoor security camera?
Yes. It records 1080P video, uses Starlight low-light imaging and sees up to 50m in the dark with infrared, so it also works as a surveillance camera.
Does it record sound?
Yes. It has a built-in microphone and supports G.711a, G.711Mu, AAC and G.726 audio compression.
How is it powered?
From DC12V or PoE (802.3af, Class 0), with power consumption below 5.5W.
Can it be used outdoors?
Yes, it is a weatherproof camera for outdoor use. It is rated IP67 and operates from -30°C to +60°C (-22°F to +140°F) at less than 95% RH. Dahua lists vandal resistance as N/A for this model.
What storage does it support?
A Micro SD card up to 128GB, NAS, or a local PC for instant recording.
Full manufacturer specification: Dahua product page
Download the Dahua DH-IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE datasheet (PDF).
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| Product Code | IPC-HDW4231EM-ASE |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dahua |
| AI Function | IVS (Perimeter Protection), Face Detection |
| Protection Level | IP67 |
| Power Supply | 12V DC, PoE, ePoE |
| Illumination Distance | 31–60m |
| WDR | 120dB |
| Noise Reduction | 3DNR |
| Built-in Mic | Yes |
| Illuminator Type | IR LED |
| Product Type | IP Camera |
| Max Resolution | 2MP |
| Video Compression | H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 |
| Min. Illumination | 0.007Lux/F1.6( Color,1/3s,30IRE) 0.06Lux/F1.6( Color,1/30s,30IRE) 0Lux/F1.6(IR on) |
| Lens Type | Fixed |
| Lens Size | 2.8 mm |
| FOV | Pan:0°~360°; Tilt:0°~78°; Rotation:0°~360° |
| Angle of adjustment | H:110° (87°, 52°), V:58° (48°, 30°) |
| Noise Reduction | 3D DNR |
| Max. IR Range | Up to 50 m |
| White Balance | Auto/Natural/Street Lamp/Outdoor/Manual |
| VCA | Tripwire, Intrusion, Object Abandoned/MissingFace Detection |
| Frame Rate | Main Stream: 1080P/720P(1~50/60fps) |
| Streams | 3 Streams |
| Protection Level, Ingress Protection | IP67 |
| Operating Temperature | -30° C ~ +60° C (-22° F ~ +140° F) / Less than 95% RH |
| Audio I/O | Built-in Mic |
| Day & Night | Auto(ICR) / Color / B/W |
| BLC | BLC / HLC / WDR(120dB) |
| Power | DC12V, PoE (802.3af)(Class 0) |
| Dimensions | 106mm×93.7mm (4.17”×3.69”) |
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