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Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW
PTZ Camera with 3.1MP (2048×1536) resolution, 58° field of view, and 80m IR night vision range. Features Super Low Light technology for superior night performance.
SPECIFICATIONS · DWC-MPTZ336XW
Specifications
About the Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW
The Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW is a high-speed dome PTZ that can patrol preset positions on a schedule and react to motion or analytics events. 4MP resolution delivers a noticeable detail upgrade over 1080p — facial identification extends to roughly 18 meters, and digital zoom on recorded footage stays usable. With long-range IR you can rely on the camera as the only night-vision source over a wide area, eliminating the cost and visual clutter of dedicated IR floods. A standard 50–80° horizontal FOV mimics how a person sees a scene and works well for general-purpose monitoring of rooms, parking spaces, and perimeter walls without distortion. Super Low Light technology pulls usable color out of scenes lit by little more than a streetlight or moonlight, eliminating the need to drop into B/W mode in most night conditions.
Best use cases for this camera
Outdoor perimeter & fenceline
With 80m IR reach and 3.1MP (2048×1536) resolution, this camera covers fences, yards, and approach roads in complete darkness. Mount on poles or eaves at 4–6 m height angled slightly downward.
Entrance, lobby & vestibule
Low-light sensitivity preserves face detail even when interior lighting is dimmed for energy savings. Useful for capturing visitors as they enter and leave.
Large area patrol & target tracking
PTZ control enables operator-initiated tracking of suspicious activity, scheduled tours of preset positions overnight, and forensic zoom into recorded footage. Best paired with a wide-angle "overview" camera that triggers the PTZ via analytics.
Strengths
- •80m IR range eliminates the need for external night-time illuminators
- •Super Low Light sensor maintains color detail in near-darkness
- •PTZ control enables operator-driven tracking and pre-set tours
Considerations
- •PTZ cameras only see one direction at a time — pair with a fixed overview camera to avoid blind spots
Coverage at Different Distances
| Distance | Coverage Width | Coverage Area | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5m | 5.5m | 28 m² | Entrance, corridor |
| 10m | 11.1m | 111 m² | Room, retail aisle |
| 15m | 16.6m | 249 m² | Warehouse, parking row |
| 20m | 22.2m | 443 m² | Parking row, courtyard |
| 30m | 33.3m | 998 m² | Parking lot, yard |
| 50m | 55.4m | 2772 m² | Perimeter, large area |
Field of View Visualization
Night Vision Performance
Daytime
Full 3.1MP (2048×1536) resolution at 58° field of view. Effective identification range up to 120m in good lighting conditions.
Nighttime (IR)
Built-in IR LEDs illuminate up to 80m in complete darkness. Super Low Light sensor captures colour images in near-darkness.
Installation tips for the DWC-MPTZ336XW
Mount above 4 m on a rigid pole or wall bracket — PTZ vibrations are amplified at low mounting heights and degrade image quality during pan operations.
Avoid mounting under direct ceiling lights or behind glass — both reflect IR back into the lens and create severe glare in the image.
Coverage geometry & DORI distances
At a 5-metre standoff the Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW covers about 5.5 m of scene width; at 10 m that grows to 11.1 m, and at 20 m to 22.2 m. Translating those numbers through EN 62676-4 pixel-density thresholds, the camera can detect a person up to 85 m, observe up to 34 m, recognise up to 17 m, and produce identification-grade detail (the ≥250 px/m bar used by Polish and EU courts as evidentiary) up to 8 m. Effective range above the identify threshold relies on supplementary lighting or a longer-focal-length optic — the geometry above assumes the 4.6-165.6mm lens declared by the manufacturer.
Power & cabling
The Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW draws an estimated 60.0 W under typical load (with the IR illuminator engaged where applicable), placing it in the 802.3bt Type 3 (Class 5–6, ≤60 W) budget. A single switch port supplies enough power without an injector. Cabling: stick to Cat6 STP for runs up to 80 m end-to-end — beyond that, add an inline PoE extender or move to fibre with a media converter at the camera end. On outdoor runs, route through ø25 PVC or PE conduit to keep the cable shielded from UV and rodents.
Privacy & legal (GDPR / RODO)
Any camera operating in a publicly accessible area falls under GDPR (RODO in Poland) — Art. 13 obliges the data controller to post an information sign at every entry point with controller name, DPO contact, lawful basis (typically Art. 6(1)(f) legitimate interest for property protection), purpose, and retention period. The Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW's PTZ pan range can sweep into neighbouring properties or public roads; document allowed pan limits in the installation record and configure privacy masks (see Digital Watchdog's web-UI under "Privacy Mask") for any window or doorway you cannot legally surveil.
Installer time & cost (rough estimate)
A typical EU installer quotes 5–6 h of labour per ptz camera of this class (approximately €225–€275 excluding hardware), broken down as bracket mounting, cable termination at both ends, on-site commissioning, and a brief operator handover. Allow extra time for high mounts (>4 m), exterior installations requiring scaffolding, or sites where cable routing demands wall penetrations or conduit work.
Indicative EU 2024-2025 pricing — actual quotes vary by region, mounting height, and site conditions. Excludes hardware, transport, permits, and VAT.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW suitable for outdoor installation?
Digital Watchdog PTZ models are generally designed for outdoor use with IP66 ingress rating and -30°C to +60°C operating range. Mount on a rigid pole at ≥ 4 m to dampen wind-driven vibration that would degrade the live image during pan operations.
What PoE class powers the Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW?
The camera draws roughly 60.0 W in steady-state operation, requiring a 802.3bt Type 3 (Class 5–6, ≤60 W) switch port. A single Cat6 STP cable carries both data and power up to 80 m — beyond that, add an inline extender or convert to fibre near the camera.
How much storage does the Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW consume per day?
At 3.1MP (2048×1536) resolution, 15 fps H.265 continuous recording, the DWC-MPTZ336XW produces approximately 12 GB per day — about 360 GB per month. Motion-only or event-triggered recording typically cuts that by 40–70 % depending on scene activity. Plan NVR HDD capacity for the longest retention period required by your privacy policy or insurance contract.
Up to what distance can the Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW identify a person?
Per EN 62676-4:2025 pixel-density thresholds, this camera identifies (≥ 250 px/m on the target) up to about 8 m, recognises a person up to 17 m, observes general activity up to 34 m, and detects motion up to 85 m. Identification distance assumes daylight or full IR illumination on the target — at the limits of the IR cone the effective identify distance shrinks roughly 30 %.
What network bandwidth does Digital Watchdog DWC-MPTZ336XW use?
Typical ingest is 5 Mbps for the main stream (H.265, medium scene complexity, 15 fps) plus ~0.5 Mbps for a low-resolution sub-stream used by mobile clients. For a 16-camera installation of this class, plan a 50–100 Mbps NVR uplink and a dedicated VLAN for camera traffic.
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