Turret IP security camera DAHUA IPC-HDW3549H-AS-PV-0280B-S5 — Outdoor, Ceiling mount, 5 MP (2960×1688), Wired, PoE, White

The DAHUA IPC-HDW3549H-AS-PV-0280B-S5 is a turret-style IP security camera designed for outdoor ceiling installation. It integrates a 5 MP 1/2.7" CMOS sensor delivering up to 2960 × 1688 resolution, wired Ethernet connectivity with Power over Ethernet (PoE) and an optional 12 VDC input. The device is housed in a white weather-resistant enclosure with IP67 protection, suitable for perimeter surveillance, entrances and parking areas where continuous wired monitoring and night-time visibility are required.

Advantages

This camera combines high-resolution imaging with efficient video compression (H.265/H.264 variants) to reduce bandwidth and storage needs while preserving detail. Built-in IR LEDs and warm light provide effective night vision and scene illumination up to 30 m, and the unit includes sound-and-light alarm functionality for visible deterrence. AI-powered features from Dahua’s WizSense platform support human and vehicle classification, improving detection accuracy and reducing false alarms in real-world environments.

Suitable for

• Perimeter surveillance around residential or commercial buildings
• Monitoring entrances, lobbies and covered parking areas
• Sites requiring wired PoE installations for reliable power and data
• Areas needing night-time monitoring with IR and warm light illumination

Key specifications

• Image sensor: 5 MP 1/2.7" CMOS, maximum output 2960 × 1688 at up to 20 fps
• Video compression: H.265, H.265+, H.264, H.264+ with flexible coding options and ROI support
• Connectivity: Wired Ethernet LAN with Power over Ethernet (PoE); optional 12 VDC input
• Night vision and illumination: IR LEDs and warm light, effective up to 30 m
• Intelligent features: Human/vehicle classification, intrusion, tripwire, face detection, SMD 4.0 and other AI-based detections
• Audio and I/O: Built-in dual microphone, 1-channel speaker, 1 audio in, 1 audio out, 1 alarm in, 1 alarm out
• Storage: MicroSD card support up to 512 GB
• Protection and build: IP67 weather resistance; turret ceiling mounting; product color white; weight approx. 0.75 kg
• Additional: Sound-and-light alarm (red and blue lights), rotation mode, WDR, 3D NR, HLC, BLC, digital watermarking

How to use

Mount the turret camera on a secure ceiling surface using appropriate anchors and cabling for a wired Ethernet connection. Connect to a PoE-capable switch or injector for combined power and data, or use a 12 VDC supply where PoE is not available. Configure network settings and recording parameters via Dahua management software or a compatible NVR, and set AI detection zones such as intrusion and tripwire to match the monitored scene. Insert an optional MicroSD card for local recording if needed, and test audio, alarm I/O and the built-in warm light and IR functions to ensure correct operation.

Recommendations

Position the camera to minimize direct exposure to strong light sources and reflective surfaces to reduce glare and false detections. Use PoE for simplified installation and centralized power management. Fine-tune AI detection sensitivity and SMD areas to prioritize human and vehicle targets and reduce nuisance alerts; enable periodic firmware updates to maintain detection accuracy and security.