Overview

The Hikvision DS-2DE2C400MW-DE(F1)(S7) is a compact 4 MP network PTZ camera equipped with DarkFighter low-light technology, dual-light (white and IR) illumination and rugged outdoor housing. This description is for the 4 mm fixed‐lens variant only. It is designed for installations such as estates, retail car parks and commercial perimeters where wide coverage and dependable low-light performance are required.

Benefits

• 4 MP resolution (2560 × 1440) provides sharp detail for identification and monitoring. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• DarkFighter technology enhances image quality in low ambient light conditions. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Dual-light supplement (white light and IR) up to approximately 30 m for reliable night coverage. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Fixed 4 mm lens delivers a balanced wide field of view for broad coverage zones. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Robust outdoor housing with IP66 rating, built for South African external conditions. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Technical specifications — 4 mm variant

• Sensor / Resolution: 4 MP (2560 × 1440) :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Lens: 4 mm fixed; Horizontal FOV ~79°, Vertical ~42.4°, Diagonal ~93.3° :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Minimum illumination: Colour 0.005 Lux @ F1.2 (AGC ON); B/W 0 Lux with IR :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Supplement light: White light & IR; range up to ~30 m :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Pan / Tilt range: Pan 0°–340°; Tilt -5° to +105° 
• Video compression: H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG 
• On-board storage: Supports microSD/SDHC/SDXC up to 256 GB
• Power: 12 V DC or PoE (IEEE 802.3af) – typical power consumption ~9 W 
• Environmental: IP66 ingress protection; Operating temp approx. -30 °C to +50 °C/-30 °C to +40 °C depending on lighting mode. 

Ideal applications

• Perimeter and entrance monitoring at estates, campuses and commercial sites.
• Retail car parks and outdoor façades where low-light and wide coverage are important.
• Installations requiring broad coverage with fewer devices thanks to the wide field of view.

Installation notes

• Mount at a height that enables the 4 mm lens to capture the intended zone without blind spots.
• When using the white-light supplement, ensure positioning avoids glare onto other premises or public walkways.
• Prefer PoE where available for streamlined network & power cabling; check switch budget accordingly.
• Update firmware at commissioning and secure network access (HTTPS, strong passwords). 
• Protect outdoor cable entries from moisture and seal junctions for long-term reliability.

What’s in the box 

• DS-2DE2C400MW-DE(F1)(S7) camera (4 mm variant)
• Quick start guide & warranty card
• Mounting template and basic fixings