IP security camera DAHUA P3AE-PV 3MP PT Dome WiFi, 3 MP, 4 mm lens, IP66, PoE/Wi‑Fi, 30 m IR/white light

DAHUA P3AE-PV is a 3 MP PT dome IP security camera designed for outdoor wall or ceiling installation. It provides 2304×1296 resolution from a 4 mm fixed focal length lens and a wide field of view, combined with 30 m night vision using IR and white light LEDs. The camera supports two-way audio with a built-in microphone and speaker, on-device motion and people detection, and can be powered via DC or PoE. The weatherproof IP66 housing and operating range from -30 to 55 °C make it suitable for varied outdoor environments.

Advantages

The camera offers high-resolution 3 MP video with H.264B compression and up to 30 fps, flexible mounting on walls or ceilings, and multiple network options including Wi‑Fi and 10 Mbps Ethernet with IEEE 802.3af PoE. Integrated night illumination combining IR and white light extends usable surveillance range to 30 m. Built-in two-way talk and web-based management simplify on-site interaction and remote configuration. Compact plastic dome housing provides durable, vandal-resistant placement while remaining lightweight.

Suitable for

• Outdoor perimeter and entrance monitoring
• Residential property surveillance
• Small business storefronts and parking areas
• Locations requiring night-time illumination and two-way audio

Key specifications

• Image sensor: 1× CMOS, 1/2.8" optical format, progressive scan
• Maximum resolution: 2304 × 1296 (3 MP)
• Lens: fixed 4 mm focal length, maximum aperture f/2
• Field of view: diagonal 102.2°, horizontal 86.8°, vertical 47.1°
• PT range: horizontal 0–345°, vertical 0–80°
• Night vision: IR and white light LEDs, effective up to 30 m
• Video: H.264B compression, streaming, 25/30 fps
• Audio: two-way talk, built-in microphone and loudspeaker, PCM/G.711a/G.711Mu/G.726 codecs
• Connectivity: Wi‑Fi and 10 Mbps Ethernet; supports IEEE 802.3af PoE; wireless operation
• Power: DC input (12 V) or PoE
• Ingress protection: IP66
• Operating temperature and humidity: -30 to 55 °C, 0–95% RH
• Dimensions and weight: height 140.5 mm, width 111 mm, weight 0.5 kg

How to use

Mount the dome camera on a wall or ceiling using suitable hardware and ensure the mounting surface supports outdoor installation. Connect power via a 12 V DC source or IEEE 802.3af PoE over the Ethernet connection; alternatively, configure Wi‑Fi for wireless operation. Access the camera through a web browser for initial setup, configure network settings, enable motion and people detection, and adjust IR/white light settings as needed. Use the built-in microphone and speaker to enable two-way audio and verify audio levels. Check live video streaming to confirm framing and detection zones.

Recommendations

Install the camera at a height and angle that optimizes the 102.2° diagonal field of view and minimizes backlight. For reliable network performance, prefer PoE Ethernet when possible; use Wi‑Fi only if wired connectivity is impractical. Regularly verify firmware updates via web management and test night-vision and two-way audio functions under expected lighting and temperature conditions.