DWC-MV72WixxTW

DWC-MV72Wi28TW / DWC-MV72Wi6TW IP Vandal Dome Cameras
The DWC-MV72Wi28TW and DWC-MV72Wi6TW MEGApix® IP vandal dome cameras combine discreet design with professional-grade performance. Featuring a 2.1MP sensor delivering real-time 1080p video, they use True WDR and Smart IR™ to ensure clarity in challenging lighting. Their ultra-low-profile housings are IP66 weather-rated and IK10 impact-resistant for indoor or outdoor use. ONVIF compliant with up to 50 feet of night vision. 
Features
  • High-Definition Clarity: Enjoy sharp 2.1MP/1080p resolution at 30fps for detailed video monitoring, ideal for critical details.
  • Exceptional Low-Light Performance: Capture clear, full-color images in near-total darkness with Star-Light Plus™ technology, ensuring reliable surveillance day and night.
  • Discreet Surveillance: Ultra low-profile housing ensures unobtrusive installation, blending seamlessly into any environment for discreet monitoring.
  • Night Vision Performance: Built-in Smart IR™ LEDs provide up to 50 feet of clear night vision, ensuring visibility in complete darkness.
  • Weatherproof Durability: IP66-rated housing protects against dust and heavy rain, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor installations.
  • Vandal-Resistant Design: IK10-rated impact-resistant dome safeguards the camera from tampering and physical damage in high-risk areas.
  • Advanced Image Optimization: True Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) balances lighting in challenging conditions, capturing clear images in bright and dark areas.
  • Precision Fixed Lens: Equipped with a 2.8mm or 6.0mm fixed lens, the camera offers a focused field of view ideal for monitoring specific areas with enhanced detail and minimal distortion—perfect for entrances, corridors, or targeted surveillance zones.
  • NDAA-Compliant: Meets U.S. government security standards, making it suitable for federal, municipal, and enterprise deployments.
  • Long-Term Value: Backed by a 5-year warranty for peace of mind and reduced total cost of ownership.

Decorative rings

Customize your ultra low-profile vandal domes with decorative rings. The DWC-V7DECO set of five (5) white rings can be painted to match your décor.

Ultra Low-Profile Vandal Dome Housing

The micro dome cameras are small and discrete, ideal for high-end applications where the cameras integrate into the overall design. HD video surveillance in a small and sleek design allows for discrete installations.

Star-Light Plus™ color in darkness technology

Star-Light Plus™ color in near-total darkness technology provides crisp, clear images in the absence of ambient light.

True Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)

Cameras with True Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) technology have advanced sensors that can process a wider range of lighting, dark and bright in the same image.

Specifications

Image
Image sensor 2.1MP/1080p 1/2.8" CMOS sensor
Maximum resolution 2.1MP/1080p
Minimum Scene Illumination in color 0.0 lux (B/W)
0.05 lux (color) (DWC-MV72Wi28TW, DWC-MV72Wi6TW)
0.09 lux (color)
Test Video Output Local video output CVBS 1.0V p-p (75Ω), 4:3 aspect ratio
Total Pixels 1945 (H) X 1109 (V)
Lens
Focal Length 2.8mm (DWC-MV72Wi28TW)
4.0mm
6.0mm (DWC-MV72Wi6TW)
Horizontal Field of View (HFOV) 111° (DWC-MV72Wi28TW)
55° (DWC-MV72Wi6TW)
86°
Illumination Distance 80' range Smart IR™
Lens Type Fixed Lens
Vertical Field of View (VFOV) 30° (DWC-MV72Wi6TW)
46°
62° (DWC-MV72Wi28TW)
Intelligent Video Analytics
IVA license Intrusion, line crossing, counting line, loitering, enter, exit, tamper, object removed, tailgating, direction, stopped, appear, disappear, object left, logical rules. (DWC-MV72Wi28TW, DWC-MV72Wi6TW)
NOTE: object removed, tailgating, direction, stopped, appear, disappear, object left, and logical rules are available via IVA+ plugin update. For existing cameras, contact your DW sales representative for a complimentary update.
Operational
3D digital noise reduction Smart DNR™ 3D Digital Noise Reduction
Auto gain control Auto
Day and night Auto day/night
Day (color)
Night (B/W)
De-fog Yes
Memory slot Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC class 10 card (card not included)
Up to 1TB micro SD / FAT32
Mirror/flip Yes
Motion Detection Yes
Operational Notifications Email
FTP server
SD card recording
Privacy Zones 16 programmable privacy masks
Shutter Mode Anti-Flicker
Auto
Manual
Slow Shutter
Shutter Speed 1/15 ~ 1/32000
Slow Shutter Speed Off
x10
x2
x3
x4
x5
x6
x7.5
Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) True WDR 120dB
Network
Bitrate Control Multi-streaming CBR/VBR at H.264, H.265 (controllable frame rate and bandwidth)
IP IPv4
LAN RJ45 (10/100Base-T)
Network resolution H.264: 2.1MP/1080p, 720p, VGA, D1, CIF
H.265: 2.1MP/1080p, 720p, VGA, D1, CIF
MJPEG: 1280x720, 800x600, VGA, 768x432, D1, CIF
Network Web Viewer Google Chrome® browser
Linux® OS
Mac® OS
Microsoft Edge® browser
Mozilla Firefox® browser
Safari® browser
Windows OS
ONVIF conformant yes
Protocol Bonjour
DDNS
DHCP
DNS
Genetec Protocol
HTTP
HTTPs
IGMP
NTP
RTP
RTP (UDP/TCP)
RTSP
SNMP
SNMPv1/v2/v3 (MIB-2)
TCP
Telnet
uPNP
Zeroconf (AutoIP)
Security 802.1x
HTTPS (TLS)
MAC filtering
Multi-user authority
Stream Speed Up to 30fps at all resolutions
Streaming Capability Dual-stream at different rates and resolutions
Video Bitrate 32Kbps~20Mbps
Video Compression Type H.264
H.265
MJPEG
Video Management Software Any ONVIF conformant CMS
DW Spectrum®
ExacqVision Technologies
Milestone Systems
Environmental
Compliance CE  FCC  NDAA Comp  ONVIF  UL Listing  
Environmental Operating Temperature -4°F ~ 122°F (-20°C ~ 50°C)
Mounting Accessories (Required/Optional) Optional. Sold separately
Mechanical
Camera Dimensions (H X W X D) 4.13" x 2.38" (105 x 60.7 mm)
Camera Weight 0.79 lbs (0.36kg)
Housing Vandal Dome
Housing Color White
IK rating IK10 Rated
IP rating Weather Resistant (IP67)
Materials Aluminum die-casting
Electrical
American wire gauge (AWG) 80M
Cable type #18
Power Consumption DC12V: max 3.7W, 308.3mA
PoE: max 5.5W
Power Requirements Adapter not included
PoE
General
Warranty 5 Year Warranty

Part Numbers

Part Number Description
DWC-MV72Wi28TW Preloaded with IVA license, 2.8mm fixed lens.
DWC-MV72Wi4TW (Discontinued) Preloaded with IVA license, 4.0mm fixed lens (Discontinued).
DWC-MV72Wi6TW Preloaded with IVA license, 6.0mm fixed lens.
DWC-MPV72Wi28TW (Discontinued) Preloaded with IVA+ license, 2.8mm fixed lens.
DWC-MPV72Wi4TW (Discontinued) Preloaded with IVA+ license, 4.0mm fixed lens.
DWC-MPV72Wi6TW (Discontinued) Preloaded with IVA+ license, 6.0mm fixed lens.

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DWC-V7CMW
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DWC-V7DECO
DWC-V7DECO Decorative Rings – For V7 Ultra Low-Profile Vandal Dome Cameras | Digital Watchdog
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DWC-V7HMW
DWC-V7HMW Pendant Mount | Durable NDAA-Compliant Mount for DW Vandal Dome Cameras
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DWC-V7JUNCW
DWC-V7JUNCW Junction Box – White | For V7 Ultra Low-Profile Vandal Dome Cameras
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DWC-V7WMW
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Documents

Title Type
MEGApix IVA brochure
pdf Download
MEGApix Single-Sensor Brochure
pdf Download
DWC-MV72WixTW datasheet
pdf Download
DWC-M(P)V72WixTW AE specifications
doc Download
DWC-MPV72WixTW CAD drawing
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DWC-MV72WixTW CAD drawing
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DWC-MV7 series quick setup guide
pdf Download
MEGApix IVA user manual - rules and analytics
pdf Download
DWC-M(P)V72Wix(A)TW series user manual
pdf Download

Software

Title Type Release Notes Version Update Date Compatibility Size
MEGApix IVA 2.1MP/1080p firmware vA7.2.3_20250617 img vA7.2.3_20250617 07/18/2025 60.65 MB Download
DW IP Finder v4.4.23 for Linux OS run v4.4.23 09/10/2024 46.11 MB Download
DW IP Finder v4.4.23 for Windows OS exe v4.4.23 07/01/2024 27.80 MB Download

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