New dual-sensor camera combines thermal detection, 5MP visual verification and AI analytics for accurate perimeter protection in any environment.

Cerritos, CA (August 7, 2026) – Digital Watchdog® (DW), the industry leader in cloud-centric digital recorders, surveillance cameras, perimeter protection devices, system peripherals and related management software, today announced the DWC-XTBG05DiT MEGApix Ai 5MP Bullet Thermal Bispectral AI Camera. Combining thermal imaging and 5MP visible video in a single rugged housing, the new camera delivers reliable perimeter detection, AI-powered analytics and clear visual verification day or night - even in complete darkness, fog, or smoke.

The DWC-XTBG05DiT uses thermal imaging to detect heat signatures where conventional cameras struggle while simultaneously capturing detailed visible video for rapid event verification. Built-in AI analytics improve accuracy by detecting, classifying and tracking objects, vehicles and people, helping security teams reduce false alarms and focus attention on meaningful activity.

“Security teams need to know about potential threats before they become incidents - not after,” said Mark Espenschied, Director of Marketing at Digital Watchdog. “By combining thermal detection, visible imaging and AI-powered analytics in one camera, DW once again delivers a proactive solution rather than reacting to events after they happen.”

Designed for critical infrastructure, industrial facilities, campuses, transportation, utilities and commercial properties, the camera provides dependable detection across challenging lighting and weather conditions. Its dual-sensor architecture helps operators verify events quickly, improve response times and reduce unnecessary dispatches.

Key features:

• Thermal imaging and 5MP visible video for early detection and visual verification from a single camera.
• Reliable intrusion detection in complete darkness, fog, smoke and other conditions that limit standard cameras.
• Built-in AI detects, classifies and tracks people while helping reduce nuisance alarms.
• Up to 40 intelligent detection zones with customizable logical rules.
• Star-Light Plus technology for full-color video in near-total darkness and true wide dynamic range (120dB).
• Smart recording, H.265/H.264 compression and simultaneous multi-streaming to optimize storage and bandwidth.
• Audio input/output, alarm I/O and local SD card backup for deployment flexibility.
• IP66 weather-resistant and IK09 impact-resistant housing for demanding outdoor environments.
• NDAA/TAA compliant and backed by a five-year warranty.

The DWC-XTBG05DiT integrates with DW Spectrum IPVMS and other ONVIF-compliant systems, making it easier for organizations to add advanced thermal detection to new or existing surveillance deployments.

To learn more about the MEGApix Ai product family, visit www.digital-watchdog.com.

Founded in 1987, DW is a leading manufacturer of NDAA/TAA-compliant and cloud-centric complete surveillance solutions, delivering easy-to-use, resource-saving artificial intelligence (AI), stunning image quality, advanced hardware capabilities, superior video management, reliable customer support and the lowest total cost of deployment for cloud-managed IP megapixel, Universal HD over Coax megapixel and legacy analog applications. DW’s catalog includes perimeter protection devices, including motion detectors, illuminators and speakers, as well as an NDAA-compliant elevated skin temperature system. With offices in Cerritos, California and Tampa, Florida, and manufacturing facilities in Seoul, Korea, DW is committed to delivering powerful security solutions to its customers worldwide.