DW MEGApix DWC-MVA2WiAT User manual

User’s Manual Ver. 05/20
Before installing and using the camera, please read this manual carefully.
Be sure to keep it handy for future reference.
MEGApix® 2.1MP/1080p vandal ball
IP camera
DWC-MVA2WiAT / DWC-MPVA2WiAT

Safety Information
Warning
This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage
consisting of a risk of electric shock is present
within this unit.
Precaution
This exclamation point symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION:
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
1. Be sure to use only the standard adapter that is specified in
the specification sheet. Using any other adapter could cause
fire, electrical shock, or damage to the product
2. Incorrectly connecting the power supply or replacing the
battery may cause an explosion, fire, electric shock, or
damage to the product.
3. Do not connect multiple cameras to a single adapter.
Exceeding the capacity may cause excessive heat generation
or fire.
4. Securely plug the power cord into the power receptacle. An
insecure connection may cause a fire.
5. When installing the camera, fasten it securely and firmly A
falling camera may cause personal injury.
6. Do not place conductive objects (e.g. screwdrivers, coins,
metal items, etc.) or containers filled with water on top o
the camera. Doing so may cause personal injury due to fire
electric shock or falling objects.
7. Do not install the unit in humid, dusty, or sooty locations.
Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
8. If any unusual smells or smoke come from the unit, stop
using the product. Immediately disconnect the power source
and contact the service center. Continued use in such a
condition may cause fire or electric shock.
9. If this product fails to operate normally, contact the nearest
service center. Never disassemble or modify this product in
any way.
10.When cleaning, do not spray water directly onto parts of the
product. Doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
WARNING
To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock
hazards, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
WARNING
Precaution
Operating
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Before using, make sure the power supply and all other parts
are properly connected.
While operating, if any abnormal condition or malfunction
is observed, stop using the camera immediately and contact
your dealer.
Handling
• Do not disassemble or tamper with parts inside the camera.
• Do not drop the camera or subject it to shock or vibration as
this can damage the camera.
• Clean the clear dome cover with extra care. Scratches and
dust can ruin the quality of the camera image.
Installation and Storage
• Do not install the camera in areas of extreme temperature,
exceeding the allowed range.
•Avoid installing in humid or dusty environments.
•Avoid installing in places where radiation is present.
•Avoid installing in places where there are strong magnetic
fields and electric signals.
•Avoid installing in places where the camera would be subject
to strong vibrations.
•Never expose the camera to rain or water.

Important Safety Instructions
Disposal of Old Appliances
1. When this crossed-out wheel bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is covered by the
European Directive 2002/96/EC.
2. All electrical and electronic products should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste
stream in accordance with laws designated by the government or the local authorities.
3. The correct disposal of your old appliance will help prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health.
4. For more detailed information about disposal of your old appliance, please contact your city office,
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interferenece at his own expense.
1. Read these instructions. - All safety and operating instructions should be read before installation or operation.
2. Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating and use instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow all instructions. - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. Do not use this device near water. - For example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement; near a swimming pool; etc.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth. - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. - Slots and
openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it
from over-heating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar
surfaces. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided and the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.

Table of Contents
Introduction
Product and accessories..................................................................................................................................................................5
Parts identification............................................................................................................................................................................6
Installation
Disassemble the camera.................................................................................................................................................................7
Factory reset........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Installation............................................................................................................................................................................................8
Cabling................................................................................................................................................................................................10
Network Setup
DW IP finder.......................................................................................................................................................................................11
Web Viewer
Login to the camera.......................................................................................................................................................................12
GUI overview.....................................................................................................................................................................................13
Camera Settings
Settings > Video and audio setup.............................................................................................................................................14
Settings > Camera setup > Image adjustment.....................................................................................................................22
Settings > Camera setup > Exposure settings......................................................................................................................23
Settings > Camera setup > Day and night settings............................................................................................................24
Settings > Camera setup > Backlight settings......................................................................................................................25
Settings > Camera setup > White Balance settings............................................................................................................26
Settings > Camera setup > Image enhancement settings...............................................................................................27
Settings > Camera setup > Video enhancement.................................................................................................................28
Settings > Network setup.............................................................................................................................................................29
Settings > Trigger action setup..................................................................................................................................................39
Settings > Event setup..................................................................................................................................................................42
Settings > Security setup..............................................................................................................................................................46
Settings > System setup > System information...................................................................................................................53
Settings > System setup > Firmware.......................................................................................................................................55
Settings > System setup > Date and time..............................................................................................................................57
Settings > System setup > DST..................................................................................................................................................58
Settings > System setup > Users...............................................................................................................................................59
Settings > System setup > System log....................................................................................................................................60
Settings > System setup > Factory reset................................................................................................................................61
Settings > System setup > Restart............................................................................................................................................62
Settings > System setup > System open source license...................................................................................................63
Network setup guides...............................................................................................................................64
FAQs............................................................................................................................................................71
Dimensions.................................................................................................................................................72
Specifications.............................................................................................................................................73
Warranty.....................................................................................................................................................74
Limits and exclusions................................................................................................................................75

Product and accessories
Introduction -
Camera Cables
Mounting template Screws and
plastic anchor -2pcs
Hex Allen wrench Waterproof cap and gasket
Quick user setup
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DC power jack
RJ-45 connector
Waterproof cap
Part names
Introduction -
IR LED
Camera
Panning screw
Lens
Camera
tilt/rotation screw
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Disassemble the camera
Installation -
Before installing your camera, read the following cautions.
1. Make sure the mounting surface can hold up to five times the weight of your camera.
2. Do not let cables get caught in improper places or the electric line cover gets damaged.
It may cause a breakdown or fire.
3. When installing your camera, do not allow any unauthorized personnel to approach the
installation site. If you have any valuable things under the place, move them away.
If you press the ‘Reset’ button, you will lose all setting
data. If needed, please, make a note for further installation.
Warning:
To reset the camera, detach the ball module from the
base by rotating it counter-clockwise.
Do not touch any other parts of the camera.
Press the reset button on the base of the camera’s lens module.
Pressing the button for five (5) seconds will initiate a
camera-wide reset of all the settings, including
network settings.
When replacing the camera’s ball module back into place,
make sure no cables are caught or got disconnected.
Rotate the ball module clockwise until it is secured in place.
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Installation
Installation -
Adjusting the camera’s angle and view and tighten the
pan/tilt/rotate screws to lock the camera’s position.
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Using the mounting template sheet or the camera itself,
mark and drill the necessary holes in the wall or ceiling.
Connect the network cable and power cable
respectively. See 'Installation - Cabling' for details.
Use the two mounting screws to mount the camera
on the mounting surface.
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Remove the protective film from the camera’s
lens to complete the installation.
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To use the camera’s waterproof wiring:
a. Install the LAN cable into (a) .
b. (b) will be assembled to (a) with a 1/4 turn.
c. Thread (c) tightly to (b).
Loosen the pan/tilt/rotate screws a little before fixing
the camera.
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Mounting template
NOTE: To ensure moisture seal, make sure the o-ring is in
place between (a) and (b). In extreme environments use
of an outdoor rated sealer is recommended.
NOTE: When using the waterproof cap, crimp the RJ45
connector after passing the cable through the
waterproof cap.
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Rotation 360°
Panning 360°
Tilting 90°
Installation -
Adjusting the camera’s angle
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Cabling
Installation -
Power
Ethernet cable
Ethernet cable
Two Options
Use a PoE-enabled switch to connect data and power through a single cable and begin viewing and recording
images instantly. A non-PoE switch will require an adaptor for power transmission.
2. Using a Non-PoE Switch
If a PoE-enabled switch is not used, use a
power adaptor for power transmission and
non-PoE switch for data transmission.
Follow the illustrations below to connect the
camera without a PoE-enabled Switch.
1. Using a PoE-Enabled Switch
The Camera is PoE-compliant, allowing
transmission of power and data via a single
Ethernet cable. PoE eliminates the need for
the dierent cables used to power, record,
or control the camera. Follow the illustration
below to connect the camera to a
PoE-enabled switch using an Ethernet cable.
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6 To save the changes made to the camera's settings, input
ID and PW of the camera for authentication.
7 If the camera needs to be rebooted after the settings were
changed, press the 'Reboot' button. The camera will power
cycle and will appear back in the search results once the
reboot is complete.
8 Click 'Save' to save changed values.
9 To update the camera's firmware from the DW IP FinderTM,
click on the firmware tab, upload the firmware file and
select the camera to update. You can update multiple
cameras at the same time.
Go to: http://www.digital-watchdog.com and search for
‘IP Finder’ on the quick-search bar at the top of the page.
2 The latest IP Finder software will appear in the search
results. Click on the link to download the file to your
computer.
3 The software will scan your network for all supported
cameras and display the results in the table. Allow up
to 5 seconds for the IP Installer to find the camera on
the network.
4 You can press the ‘Refresh List’ to search the network
again, or filter the search results by entering a value in
the filter box.
5 Check the box next to ‘Display Camera Thumbnail’ to view
a JPEG image of the camera’s view next to the camera
name on supported models.
Network setup -
DW IP FinderTM
i The default network type of camera is DHCP mode.
i If you have a DHCP server, it will automatically set the
Camera IP.
i Contact your network administrator for more
information.
Thumbnail view
Select network to scan
Filter device type to scan
Scan devices
Show/hide
thumbnail view
Refresh thumbnail view
Bulk IP assignment
Firmware upgrade
Firmware version
Camera's uptime
Open device
configuration
settings
Device's
information
i Default ID / PW : admin / admin
i For security purposes, it is highly recommended to
change your password after initial setup.
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Web Viewer Screen -
Basic Screen (Default)
Password change is required at the initial connection in a factory reset state.
1You cannot see the image, and the setup button is disabled.
2Change the password with the CHANGE PASSWORD button.
3After changing the password, login again by pressing the RE-LOGIN button.
• Internet Explorer: After three failed attempts or the cancel button is clicked, you will experience a login fail.
• Other Browsers: After the Cancel button is clicked, you will experience a login fail.
Password Hint Page
• If you need help remembering the password for your user, input the username in the username field and
press the hint button. If you added a hint for your password when setting it up, it will appear then.

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Web Viewer Screen -
Basic Screen
The web viewer is optimized with Internet Explorer 10 (or above) and Mozilla Firefox.
“If VLC is not installed or the VLC plugin is not supported (Chrome), ‘Live Buffering’ and ‘Channel Select’ (Subjects 3 & 4 in the diagram) will
display as ‘Live Viewer’. If so, select HTML5 (MJPEG) from the Live Viewer menu to view video.
1Live video display. This is the region for the live video stream from the camera.
2Setup a popup button. Click it to open the Setup page to setup details of IP camera like Video, Network, Events, System, etc.
See the section ‘Setup’.
3When the image is not smooth due to bad network connection, it stored image during setup time and shows the image
on the live view screen.
Users will see the delayed images as much as setup time.
4Channel Select button. Select a stream produced from the camera between Stream 1 ~ 3 to display it in the live view screen.
Refer the ‘Setup > Video & Audio > Video’ to setup the Video Stream.
5Below “Menu” is supported per models.
6Motion - It shows the Motion event status.
Event Alert Icon ( ) appears if ‘Motion Detection’ is activated.
7Camera Time - Display the camera time.
PTZ Control - This camera model does not support the zoom and focus.
Preset - Does not support.
Speaker Control - Does not support.
Alarm Input - Does not support.
Relay Out - Does not support.
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1Detail Page - When you select an item from the menu, you can set the details for the selected item.
2Setup Menu
Video & Audio
[ VIDEO, OSD, ROI, SMART.RC, PRIVACY MASK ]
Camera
[ IMAGE ADJUSTMENT, EXPOSURE, DAY&NIGHT, BACKLIGHT, WHITE BALANCE, IMAGE, VIDEO ]
Network
[ STATUS, NETWORK SETTING, AUTO IP, ONVIF, UPNP, DDNS, FTP, SMTP, SNMP, RTSP INFORMATION ]
Trigger Action
[ ACTION RULES, IMAGE TRANSFER ]
Events
[ EVENT RULES, MOTION, TEMPERATURE ]
Security
[ IP ADDRESS FILTER, RTSP AUTHENTICATION, IEEE 802.1x, HTTPS, CERTIFICATES, SERVICE ]
System
[ INFORMATION, DIAGNOSTICS, FIRMWARE UPDATE, DATE&TIME, DST, USER MANAGEMENT, LOG, LANGUAGE, FACTORY
RESET, RESTART, OPEN SOURCE ]
NOTE: See MEGApix IVA Rules manual for more information on the IVA and IVA+ rules, setup and configuration
Setup - Video & Audio Setup
Video Configuration
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1Live Video Channel Setup - The video can be configured to various settings with a combination of codec and resolution.
The camera performance has to be considered when setting multiple channels. This effects on the performance of the camera.
H.265 (HEVC) codec with higher bitrate may cause unstable live streaming or reload the webpage.
2Codec - Choose the video codec. According to the selected codec, the subcategories can be changed automatically.
3Description - Input the additional description of the selected channel. Max. 30 alphabets are allowed(Including space).
For the description, English Alphabet, numbers, and special characters ( - _ @ . ) can be used.
4Resolution - Select video resolution.
Available resolution can depend on the codec setup between the channels.
<Resolution of Video Format>
5Frame Rate - Select the maximum Frame Rate.
Available Frame Rate can be different although the same codecs were set up.
Setup - Video & Audio Setup
Video Configuration
NTSC 1920 x
1080 1280 x 720800 x 600640 x 480 704 x 576 704 x 480
352 x 288
352 x 240
1080p/i 720p/i SVGA VGA 4CIF CIF
PAL 1920 x
1080 1280 x 720800 x 600640 x 480 704 x 576 704 x 480
352 x 288
352 x 240
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Setup - Video & Audio Setup
Video Configuration
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6GOP(Group of Pictures) Size - Set up the number of frames (P-frame) which contain only changed information
based on the basic frame (I-frame). Regarding videos with lots of movement, if you set GOP size bigger, only
the number of P-frames is bigger.
As a result, the video resolution will be low but ‘File size’ and ‘Bit-rate can be decreased.
GOP(Group of Pictures) Size -
I-frame and P-frame can be created for MPEG4, H.264 and H.265 (HEVC) video compression. I-frame(=key-
frame) means the whole image data for one specific scene of the video. P-frame is image data that has been
changed information compared to I-frame GOP is made up of one I-frame and corresponding several
P-frames. To improve video quality, set the number of P-frames smaller, and to decrease image size, set the
number of P-frames bigger.
7Profile - The profile defines the subset of bitstream features in H.264, H.265 (HEVC) stream, including color
reproduction and additional video compression.
H.264: Main, High / H.265 (HEVC): Main
8Bitrate Mode - Select the bit rate control scheme of video compression from CBR (Constant Bit Rate) or VBR
(Variable Bit Rate).
This category will not appear if you select the codec.
Main - An intermediate profile with a medium compression ratio. The main profile supports I-frames, P-frames, and B-frames.
High - A complex profile with a high compression ratio. The high profile supports I-frames, P-frames, and B-frames.
CBR - To guarantee the designated constant bit rate, the quality of the video is controlled in this mode.
Therefore, the quality of the video is likely to be varying when network traffic is changing.
VBR - To guarantee the designated quality, the bit rate of the video stream is changed in this mode.
Therefore, the frame rate of the video is likely to be varying when network traffic is changing.

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Setup - Video & Audio Setup
Video Configuration
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9Target Bitrate - If Bitrate Control is set to be CBR, you can set the Target Bitrate.
10 Quality - For VBR control mode, The Target Quality of video can be setup.
11 Smart Core - Off / Smart.RC
12 Extension Option
13 Click ‘Apply’ to save all settings.
Off - You cannot use the Extension Option.
SVC-T On - The H.264, H.265 (HEVC) SVC (Scalable Video Coding) is a video compression algorithm
that enables effective and efficient transmission of video files over low bandwidth networks.

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1Date / Time - Display the current time.
2User Text - Output the TEXT entered by the user. Support a maximum of 30 characters.
3Click ‘Apply’ to save all settings.
Setup - Video & Audio Setup
OSD Configuration
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The region of interest function gives a more efficient picture quality for the indicated area to improve the
qualities of movement in the scene without compromising the bandwidth.
1Stream - Select the Stream.
Currently supports only H.264, H.265 (HEVC).
The function is not supported in the MJPEG codec.
2Activation - Enable or disable the region of interest function.
3Quality - Set the quality of the set area.
4Click ‘Save’ to save all settings.
Click 'Cancel' to return to the previous setting.
Setup - Video & Audio Setup
Region of Interest Configuration
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Setup - Video & Audio Setup
Smart.RC Configuration
All menus are activated by selecting Smart.RC as the smart core menu on the Video Configuration page.
1Stream - Select the Stream. Main Stream and Sub Stream are available.
2Stream Quality - Select the Stream Quality. Low, Medium, High, and Extreme are available.
3Dynamic GOP - This Dynamic GOP function keeps bitrate first.
4FPS Drop - If enabled, the camera drops the FPS to maintain video quality.
5Click ‘Apply’ to save all settings.
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