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Home Recorders DW-VA1G48xT

DW-VA1G48xT

VMAX® A1 G4™ is an embedded DVR that records standard analog, HD-Analog and HD-TVI formats to 4K and is a seamless upgrade to HD resolution for new ROI from existing coaxial infrastructure. The 8-channel model is NDAA and TAA compliant, and is available with up to 32TB of storage. 
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Features
  • Universal HD over Coax® DVR records HD-Analog, HD-TVI and standard coax up to 4K resolution
  • Advanced H.265, H.264 Linux® embedded DVR
  • 8-channels, 240fps real-time 30fps recording
  • Up to 4K recording resolution at 56fps (7fps per channel)
  • PathFinder™ easy remote connection
  • Remote management with C3™ CMS
  • Event camera group recording
  • Complete system analysis with real-time system and network status monitoring
  • Mobile Application for iOS® and Android® devices
  • OSD and PTZ control via coax (UTC)
  • Signal hybrid detects the camera signal automatically
  • Instant channel swap, no need to disconnect or reboot the DVR
  • Snapshot Notify™: programmable interval snapshot email notifications
  • 4K (3840 x 2160) True HD, VGA and CVBS video outputs
  • Up to 32TB internal storage
  • Transfer real-time data using Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP)
  • HDD calculation and auto-recording configuration
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PathFinder™

Easy and secure remote connection with NAT Traversal (STUN/TURN) support without opening ports.
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Status Monitoring

A real-time graphical representation of all system connections. Receive connection alerts via email or text.

Group Recording

Designate a group of cameras to respond to an alert from one camera.

Channel Swap

Swap a camera’s channel assignment without changing the cable connections.

C3™ CMS

C3™ CMS takes video management to the next level. You are in complete command to control all your video surveillance systems in one intuitive interface. Easy-to-program alerts let you take action in real-time and manage the health of your devices.
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Real-Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP)

RTSP provides a live video stream for live streaming applications between DW VMAX® G4 recorders and third-party software applications. RTSP streams offer a secondary backup location for recorded video and smart home integration, an alternative for ONVIF integration and a way to broadcast a stream to live streaming services, such as CCTV live monitoring in animal sanctuaries and public cameras.

Specifications

Hardware
Display Modes 1
4
6
9
Sequence
Display Speed Up to 30fps per channel
Local Video Output Resolution 1024x768
1280x1024
1280x720
1920x1080 (1080p)
800x600
3840×2160 (4K)
2560x1440 (1440p)
Local Video Outputs 1x CVBS output
1x True HD output
1x VGA output
Max Supported Recording Resolution 4K (3840×2160)
Server's Operating System Embedded Linux®
Supported Signals Analog up to 960H
HD-Analog
HD-TVI
Video Compression H.264
H.265
Input channels 8 Channels
Storage
Raw internal storage options 002TB  004TB  006TB  008TB  010TB  012TB  016TB  020TB  032TB  No Local Storage  
HDD healthcheck Temperature, S.M.A.R.T. with email notifications
Max HDD Bay 2 x SATA HDD
Maximum Storage No storage (DW-VA1G48)
2TB (DW-VA1G482T)
4TB (DW-VA1G484T)
6TB (DW-VA1G486T)
8TB (DW-VA1G488T)
10TB (DW-VA1G4810T)
12TB (DW-VA1G4812T)
16TB (DW-VA1G4816T)
20TB (DW-VA1G4820T)
32TB (DW-VA1G4832T)
VMS features
Alarm in/out 2 alarm outputs
Audio in/out 1 output
8 inputs
Performance features Camera Color Control
Covert Channel
Digital Zoom in live and playback
Import and export settings
Real-time temp alert
Playback Functions Calendar
Event search
Smart motion search
Thumbnail search
Timeline
Playback speed x1
x16
x2
x32
x4
x64
x8
x99
Post-recording 0~5 minutes
Pre- recording 0~5 seconds
PTZ control RS485
UTC
Recording Modes Continuous
Emergency
Motion detection
Pre- and post-alarm
Quick backup
Scheduled
Sensor
Recording Resolution and Recording Rate 1280x720 (HD): 240fps
1920x1080 (HD): 240fps
2560x1600 (4MP): 120fps
2560x1944 (5MP): 96fps
3MP (1920x1536): 144fps
4K (3840x2160): 56fps
720x480 (SD): 240fps
960x480 (960H): 240fps
System Operation Graphical user interface (GUI)
Joystick Controller (optional)
USB mouse (included)
Network
Backup Local backup via USB
Network backup via CMS
Ethernet Ports 1x 1G Ethernet (RJ45)
Firmware Upgrade CMS over network
FTP
USB
Protocol DHCP
RTSP
Static fixed IP
uPNP
System recovery after power failure Auto-reboot and journaling file system
Transmission speed live 1280x720 (HD): 240fps
1920x1080 (HD): 240fps
2560x1600 (4MP): 120fps
2560x1944 (5MP): 96fps
3MP (1920x1536): 144fps
4K (3840x2160): 56fps
960x480/576 (960H): 240fps
Remote Client C3 CMS
DW Mobile Plus
Electrical
Power Consumption 39.6W
48W
A UPS is recommended
General
Accessories Mouse
Audio codec ADPCM
Operating Temperature and Humidity 0 ~ 80% RH
10~90% RH
32~113 °F (0~45 °C)
41 ~ 104 °F (5~40 °C)
Rail kit DW-G419RE (optional. Sold separately)
Recorder Dimensions (H X W X D) 1.77" x 14.96" x 10.58" (45 x 380 x 268.8mm)
12.4" x 9.52" x 1.77" (315 × 242 × 45 mm)
Serial ports RS485
USB interface Yes
Warranty 5 Year Limited Warranty
Certification CE  FCC  NDAA  TAA Compliance  
Form Factor Embedded

Part Numbers

Model #

Supported Cameras

Storage Size

DW-VA1G48 Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS signalsNo local storage
DW-VA1G482T Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS analog signals2TB
DW-VA1G484T
Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS analog signals
4TB
DW-VA1G486T
Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS analog signals
6TB
DW-VA1G488T
Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS analog signals
8TB
DW-VA1G4810T Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS analog signals
10TB
DW-VA1G4812T Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS analog signals12TB
DW-VA1G4816T Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS analog signals16TB
DW-VA1G4820T Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS analog signals 20TB
DW-VA1G4832T Up to 8 channels HD-Analog and HD-TVI and CVBS analog signals 32TB

Documents

Title Type
VMAX A1 G4 brochure
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DW-VA1G48 datasheet - French
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DW-VA1G48 datasheet - Spanish
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DW-VA1G48 datasheet
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DW-VA1G48 A&E Specifications
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DW-VA1G48 CAD drawing
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DW-VA1G4 quick setup guide
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DW-VA1G4 user manual
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Software

Title Type Release Notes Version Update Date Compatibility Size
DW-VA1G48 firmware v1.0.13.11 bin v1.0.13.11 10/10/2025 40.89 MB Download
DW-VA1G48 firmware v1.0.9.0 bin - v1.0.9.0 03/03/2023 40.67 MB Download
C3 CMS v1.2.4.89_Update2(20241023) for Mac zip v1.2.4.89_Update2(20241023) 02/25/2025 76.04 MB Download
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