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4MP 42× Wise-ISP IR Wiper PTZ Camera
IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2
42× optical zoom reaches out to a 4310 m DORI detect distance while Wise-ISP low-light processing, auto-tracking and a wiper keep the image clear and stable in the harshest weather.
2688×1520 · main stream @60fps42× · optical zoom (6–252mm)Auto-Track · human / vehicle / non-motorFace DB · 16 libs · 100k facesIP67 · IK10 · vandal-proof housing-40~70°C · with wiper & heater
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The IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2 is a 4MP 42× optical-zoom Wise-ISP IR wiper network PTZ dome camera built around a 1/1.8-inch CMOS sensor with 150 dB WDR and a DORI detect distance up to 4310.3 m. Auto tracking with human / vehicle / non-motor classification, smart intrusion prevention (cross line, intrusion, enter/leave area) with false-alarm filtering, people counting with crowd density detection, and face recognition with up to 16 libraries and 100,000 faces run on the same channel. Gyroscopic image stabilization keeps the long zoom steady, a wiper clears the front window in rain, and the IP67 / IK10 housing runs from -40 °C to 70 °C with a built-in heater.
Is this the right camera for you?
Plain-language guide for buyers and installers — based only on what this camera actually does.
Perimeter with auto-trackingCross line, intrusion, enter/leave-area detection with false-alarm filtering and human/vehicle/non-motor classification; once something crosses the line, the 42× zoom locks on and tracks it automatically.
Parking lots & vehicle entrancesAuto-tracking with vehicle classification follows cars across a wide lot, while the 42× zoom and F1.2–F4.6 iris pull in plate-level detail from a single pole-mounted unit.
Long-range open areasDORI detect distance up to 4310.3 m and identify up to 391.0 m make one pole cover a stretch of highway, farmland edge or airport perimeter that would otherwise need several fixed cameras.
Night & low-light sitesWise-ISP processing and 0.0003 lux color sensitivity keep detail visible late into dusk; when it gets fully dark, 500 m IR (scaled to the optical zoom) takes over automatically.
Rain, humidity & harsh outdoor mountsA wiper clears the front window in rain and dust, IP67 sealing and IK10 impact resistance handle the weather, and a -40 °C to 70 °C rating with built-in heater keeps the mechanism moving in cold climates.
Access points needing face IDOn-device face recognition with up to 16 libraries and 100,000 faces lets the same PTZ that patrols a wide area also verify identities at a gate or checkpoint within its zoom range.
Not the right pick if you need…
- Multi-target detection is not supported (N/A per datasheet) — if you need to track several independent targets at once, choose a model with that capability.
- This is a single-channel PTZ — one view at a time. If you need simultaneous 360° overview plus zoomed detail from one unit, choose a panoramic-linkage PTZ instead.
- Network interface is 10M/100M only (not Gigabit) — plan bandwidth accordingly for multi-stream, high-bitrate deployments.
- 6.9 kg and PTZ mechanics need a dedicated pole/wall/ceiling bracket rated for the weight and wind load — not a light fixed-camera arm.
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Key Features
Complete list from the official datasheet.
2688×1520 @60fps main stream
42× optical zoom
Smart intrusion prevention with false-alarm filtering, including cross line, intrusion, enter area and leave area detection
Front-end blocklist and allowlist comparison support
People counting: people flow counting and crowd density monitoring
Optical defog and self-adaptive defog
Wise-ISP technology ensures ultra-high image quality in low-illumination environments
IR illumination distance: 500 m (1640 ft), proportional to the camera's optical zoom
Gyroscope stabilization for a stable picture
Supports wiper
Power supply: DC 24 V ±25%, AC 24 V ±25%, PoE (IEEE802.3bt)
Alarm I/O: 7/2, audio I/O: 1/1
IP67 ingress protection
Two Core Intelligent Functions
Run together on the same channel, from the official datasheet.
AUTO TRACKING
Locks onto and follows people, vehicles and non-motor targets automatically, with classification filtering
SMART INTRUSION PREVENTION
Cross line, intrusion, enter/leave area detection with false-alarm filtering and human/vehicle/non-motor classification
How far can it see? (DORI — Optical Channel)
DORI (EN 62676-4) is the industry standard for what a camera can do at distance — the values below show the full optical zoom range from wide to full telephoto.
Detectsomething is there
4310.3 m14143.7 ft
Observewhat is happening
1564.1 m6116.1 ft
Recognizesomeone you know
782.1 m2894.1 ft
Identifybeyond doubt
391 m1610.6 ft
How wide a view at each distance
Scene width covered at typical mounting distances — the number you need to work out how many cameras a wall, yard or aisle takes.
| Distance | 59.5° | 2.2° |
|---|---|---|
| 5 m16 ft | 5.7 m18.7 ft | 0.2 m0.6 ft |
| 10 m33 ft | 11.4 m37.5 ft | 0.4 m1.3 ft |
| 15 m49 ft | 17.1 m56.2 ft | 0.6 m1.9 ft |
| 20 m66 ft | 22.8 m75.0 ft | 0.8 m2.5 ft |
| 30 m98 ft | 34.3 m112 ft | 1.2 m3.8 ft |
Calculated from the horizontal field of view in the specifications below: width = 2 × distance × tan(FOV ÷ 2). Lens distortion and mounting angle are not included.
Who uses it, where it goes and how to install it
Written for the IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2 from its own datasheet: 4 MP (2688×1520) at 60 fps, 42x optical zoom (6–252 mm), 150 dB WDR, 850 nm IR up to 500 m, auto-tracking and face recognition, wiper, IP67/IK10, NDAA compliant, AC/DC 24 V or PoE IEEE 802.3bt (≤ 65.5 W).
Who it is for
- Government, utilities and NDAA projects — The datasheet lists NDAA compliance plus UL, cUL, FCC SDoC and CE certifications, which tenders for public or US-linked sites often require.
- Gates and checkpoints that need face ID — Face recognition with up to 16 face libraries and 100000 faces runs in the camera, so a zoomed preset on a gate can compare faces against blocklists and allowlists.
- Sites facing strong backlight — 150 dB WDR, the highest in this 42x family, helps at tunnel mouths, sunrise or sunset views over water and gates with headlights coming through.
- Operator-driven control rooms — 3D positioning lets an operator draw a box on the image to zoom straight to it, pan reaches 300°/s, and auto-tracking then follows the human, vehicle or non-motor vehicle.
Where and how to install
- Height and line of sight — Mount high, typically 6–10 m on a pole or tower, with a clear line of sight to the far targets. For face recognition, aim a zoomed preset along the walking direction at a gate rather than steeply down from the top of a tall pole.
- A rigid mount for 6.9 kg at 252 mm — At 252 mm the view is only 2.20° wide; gyroscope EIS helps, but a swaying pole still shakes the image. Use the pole brackets TR-UP08-A-IN or aluminium TR-UP08-B-IN, or the corner brackets TR-UC08-A-IN / TR-UC08-B-IN; wall: TR-WE45-A-IN (long) or gooseneck TR-WE45-B-IN. Put all joints in the TR-JB12-IN junction box.
- Power: 24 V or 802.3bt PoE — Consumption is up to 65.5 W with heater, wiper and IR running. Use DC 24 V or AC 24 V (±25%) from a supply near the pole, or an IEEE 802.3bt PoE port that can deliver that power; 802.3af/at ports (15.4/30 W) are not enough. The power wires have cold-pressed terminals.
- Network run and surge — The port is 10/100 Mbps RJ45, copper up to 100 m per run; use fibre to a switch near the pole for longer distances. Surge protection is 6 kV; on towers add surge protectors on power and network at both ends and earth the structure.
- Keep the IR path clear — Keep walls, eaves, railings and branches out of the wide-angle frame: the 850 nm IR reflects off close objects and washes out the night image. Use the wiper after dust or rain, and check every preset at night after installation.
Wide or zoomed in: what you actually see
At 6 mm the IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2 covers about 57.1 m of width at 50 m. At 252 mm the view is about 1.9 m wide at 50 m and 3.8 m at 100 m, about 700 pixels per metre at 100 m (2688 ÷ 3.84). The datasheet DORI figures for this model are longer than for the laser IPC6824EL-X42-W-VH1 with the same lens (identify 391.0 m vs 333.1 m). The 500 m IR applies at full zoom and is shorter at wide angle.
| Wide · 6 mm | Tele · 252 mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal view angle | 59.47° | 2.20° |
| Width covered at 10 m | 11.4 m | 0.4 m |
| Width covered at 50 m | 57.1 m | 1.9 m |
| Width covered at 100 m | 114.2 m | 3.8 m |
| Identify a stranger's face up to | 9.3 m | 391.0 m |
| Recognize someone you know up to | 18.6 m | 782.1 m |
| See what a person is doing up to | 37.2 m | 1564.1 m |
| Detect that something is there up to | 93.1 m | 4310.3 m |
| IR night distance | < 500 m | 500 m |
- Keep the home position near the wide end: at 50 m the 6 mm view still covers 57.1 m.
- For face recognition at a gate, zoom a preset so the face is well inside the identify distance, which at full zoom is up to 391.0 m in daylight.
- At night, distant presets must be zoomed in to get the full 500 m IR reach.
Widths are calculated from the horizontal view angle (width = 2 × distance × tan(angle ÷ 2)); identify/recognize/observe/detect distances are the manufacturer's DORI figures (EN 62676-4) from the datasheet. IR range is proportional to the optical zoom; the datasheet gives it only at full zoom.
Full Specifications
Complete official specifications from the manufacturer's datasheet (technical values in English).
Camera
| Sensor | 1/1.8" CMOS |
| Min. Illumination | Color: 0.0003 Lux (F1.2, AGC ON), 0 Lux with IR |
| Day/Night | IR-cut filter with auto switch (ICR) |
| Shutter | Auto/Manual, 1 to 1/100000 s |
| WDR | 150 dB |
| S/N | > 56 dB |
Lens & Field of View
| Focal Length | 6 to 252 mm |
| Optical Zoom | 42X |
| Digital Zoom | 8X |
| Iris | F1.2 to F4.6 |
| Field of View (H) | 59.47° (W) to 2.20° (T) |
| Field of View (V) | 35.62° (W) to 1.24° (T) |
| Field of View (D) | 73.14° (W) to 2.59° (T) |
Illuminator
| Wavelength | 850 nm |
| IR On/Off Control | Auto/Manual |
| Illumination Distance (IR) | 500 m (1640.4 ft.) |
Video
| Video Compression | H.265, H.264, MJPEG, Ultra 265 |
| Main Stream | 4 MP (2688 × 1520), max. 60 fps |
| Sub Stream | 1080P (1920 × 1080), max. 60 fps |
| Third Stream | D1 (720 × 576), max. 60 fps |
| Video Bit Rate | 128 Kbps to 16 Mbps |
| U-code | Support |
| ROI | Up to 8 areas |
| Video Stream | Triple streams |
| Privacy Mask | 24 areas, up to 8 areas per scene |
| OSD | Up to 10 OSDs |
Events
| Basic Detection | Motion detection, Ultra motion detection, Tampering alarm, Audio detection, Object removed, Object Left Behind |
| General Function | Watermark, IP address filtering, Access policy, ARP protection, RTSP authentication, User authentication, Alarm input, Alarm output |
Audio
| Audio Bitrate | 128 Kbps |
| Two-way Audio | Support |
| Suppression | Support |
| Audio Compression | G.711U, G.711A |
| Sampling Rate | 8 kHz, 16 kHz |
Storage
| Edge Storage | MicroSD, up to 512 GB |
| Network Storage | ANR, NAS (NFS) |
Network & Security
| User/Host | Up to 32 users. 3 user levels: administrator, common user and operator |
| Protocols | SSH, IGMP, RTP, RTCP, SMTP, IPv4, IPv6, ICMP, ARP, TCP, UDP, DHCP, PPPoE, RTSP, RTMP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, UPnP, HTTP, HTTPS, 802.1x, SNMP, QoS, SSL/TLS, FTP |
| Compatible Integration | ONVIF (Profile S, Profile G, Profile T, Profile M), SDK, API |
| Security | Strong Password, Basic and Digest Authentication for RTSP, Digest Authentication for HTTP, TLS 1.2, TLS 1.3, WSSE and Digest Authentication for ONVIF, Password protection, HTTPS encryption, Export operation logs |
| Client | EZStation, UNV-Link, UNV-Link Pro |
| Web Browser | Plug-in required live view: IE 10+, Chrome 45+, Firefox 52+, Edge 79+ |
Intelligent
| Auto Tracking | Support, target filtering: human, non-motor vehicle and vehicle |
| People Counting | Support people flow counting and crowd density detection |
| Smart Intrusion Prevention | Cross line detection, intrusion detection, enter area detection, leave area detection (support false alarm filtering and the classification of human, non-motor vehicle and vehicle) |
| Recognition | Face Recognition: Max support 16 face libraries, Max supports 100000 faces in face library |
PTZ
| Route Patrol | 16 patrols, up to 32 actions for each patrol |
| Recorded Patrol | 16 patrols, up to 128 actions for each patrol |
| Preset Image Freeze | Support |
| Preset Patrol | 16 patrols, up to 64 presets for each patrol |
| Patrol Stay Time | 15 s to 1800 s |
| Home Position | Support |
| Tilt Range | -15° to 90° (Upward tilt is negative) |
| Pan Speed | 0.1°/s to 300°/s |
| Pan Range | 0° to 360° (endless) |
| 3D Positioning | Support |
| Tilt Speed | 0.1°/s to 180°/s |
| Number of Presets | 1024 |
Image
| BLC | Support |
| White Balance | Auto, Outdoor, Fine tune, Sodium lamp, Locked, Auto2, Area white balance |
| Digital Noise Reduction | 2D/3D DNR |
| Flip | Normal, Flip horizontal, Flip vertical, 180° |
| HLC | Support |
| Defog | Digital defog, Optical defog |
| Image Stabilization | EIS (Gyroscope) |
Interface
| Audio I/O | 1 Input: impedance 1 kΩ, amplitude 2.5 V [p-p], 1 Output: impedance 600 Ω, amplitude 2.5 V [p-p] |
| Alarm I/O | 7/2 |
| Network | 1 × RJ45 10 M/100 M Base-TX Ethernet |
| Serial Port | 1 × RS485 |
| Video Output | 1 BNC |
Certification
| Safety | CE LVD (EN IEC 62368-1+ A11), UL (UL 62368-1), CUL (CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1) |
| EMC | CE-EMC (EN 55032; EN IEC 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3; EN 50130), FCC SDoC (47 CFR Part 15; Subpart B) |
| Environment | CE ROHS (2011/65/EU; (EU)2015/863) |
| Protection | IP67 (IEC 60529+ AMD1+ AMD2), IK10 (IEC 62262, Anti-Vandalism Except for the Front Window) |
General
| Power | DC 24 V±25%, AC 24 V±25%, PoE (IEEE802.3bt) |
| Power Consumption | ≤ 65.5W |
| Power Interface | Wires with cold-pressed terminal |
| Weight | 6.9 kg |
| Storage Environment | -40 ℃ to 70 ℃ (-40 ℉ to 158 ℉), Humidity: ≤ 95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Surge Protection | 6 KV |
| Reset Button | Support |
| Working Environment | -40 ℃ to 70 ℃ (-40 ℉ to 158 ℉), Humidity: ≤ 95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Heater | Support |
| Compliance | NDAA Compliant: Support |
Dimensions
Engineering drawing reproduced 1:1 from the official datasheet.
unit: mm (in.)
| Dimensions | Ø227 mm × 414 mm (Ø8.94" × 16.30") (Ø × H) |
| Weight | 6.9 kg |
| Power | DC 24 V (±25%), AC 24 V (±25%), PoE (IEEE802.3bt) |
| Working Environment | -40 °C to 70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F), ≤95% RH non-condensing |
| Protection | IP67 (IEC 60529+AMD1+AMD2) · IK10 (IEC 62262, except front window) |
| Wiper | [object Object] |
Optional Mounting Accessories
Order together with the camera to save shipping.
TR-UF45-A-INDome Indoor Ceiling Mounting Pedestal
TR-SE45-A-INDome Ceiling Mounting Pole 500
TR-UC08-B-INAluminium Alloy Corner Mounting Bracket
TR-UC08-A-INDome Corner Mounting Bracket
TR-UP08-B-INAluminium Alloy Pole Mounting Bracket
TR-UP08-A-INDome Pole Mounting Bracket
TR-WE45-B-INDome Gooseneck Bracket
TR-JB12-INDome Junction Box
TR-CE45-INDome Indoor Ceiling Mounting Bracket
TR-WE45-A-INLong Wall Mounting Bracket for Dome
TR-SE45-INDome Ceiling Mounting Pole 200
4MP 42x IR PTZ Camera FAQ — IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2
What night range and backlight performance does it offer?
IR illumination at 850 nm reaches 500 m (1640 ft) with auto or manual control. The Wise-ISP 1/1.8-inch sensor works at 0.0003 lux in color and 0 lux with IR, and 150 dB WDR keeps faces readable against headlights and low sun at gates.
Will the IPC6824ER work with third-party NVRs?
Yes. It supports ONVIF Profile S, G, T and M plus SDK and API, so ONVIF-compliant NVRs and VMS platforms can integrate it. Uniview EZStation, UNV-Link and UNV-Link Pro are supported, with RTSP, RTMP, DDNS, NTP and 802-style protocol coverage per the datasheet list.
Does it track targets and recognize faces?
Yes. Auto tracking filters humans, vehicles and non-motor vehicles, and face recognition manages up to 16 libraries with 100,000 faces. Smart intrusion prevention adds cross-line, intrusion and enter/leave-area detection with false alarm filtering, plus people flow counting and crowd density detection.
How is video stored if the link to the recorder drops?
Edge storage accepts a MicroSD card up to 512 GB, and ANR fills the recorder back in once the network returns; NAS (NFS) is also supported. The main stream delivers 4MP (2688x1520) at up to 60 fps with Ultra 265 compression from 128 Kbps to 16 Mbps.
Is it built for dust storms and heavy weather?
Per the product data the housing is IP67 and IK10 rated with a -40 to 70 °C operating range, and a wiper keeps the front glass clear in rain and dust. Security features include TLS 1.2/1.3, strong passwords and digest authentication for exposed pole installs.
Is the IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2 NDAA compliant?
Yes. Its datasheet lists 'NDAA Compliant: Support', and its certifications include CE LVD, UL, cUL, CE-EMC (including EN 50130), FCC SDoC and CE RoHS. Its laser sibling IPC6824EL-X42-W-VH1 does not list NDAA, so choose this VH2 if a tender asks for it. For a formal project, ask us for the manufacturer's documents for your tender file.
What PoE source does the IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2 need?
IEEE 802.3bt with enough power for up to 65.5 W. Under 802.3bt, a Type 4 (class 8) port gives 90 W at the switch and about 71.3 W at the device, which covers it; a Type 3 port gives only about 51 W at the device and can drop out when the heater, wiper and IR run together. 802.3af/at ports (15.4/30 W) will not work. Without such a port, use DC 24 V or AC 24 V (±25%) and keep the network cable for data.
IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2 (IR) or IPC6824EL-X42-W-VH1 (laser): which one fits my site?
Both have the same 6–252 mm 42x lens, 4 MP at 60 fps, 500 m night range, wiper, auto-tracking, alarm I/O 7/2 and IP67/IK10. This VH2 adds face recognition (16 libraries, 100000 faces), 150 dB WDR instead of 120 dB, 3D positioning, 300°/s pan instead of 180°/s, NDAA compliance and slightly lower power (≤ 65.5 W vs 67 W). The EL-VH1 has 16x digital zoom instead of 8x and multi-target detection that captures person and vehicle attributes. Pick this VH2 for faces, backlight and NDAA tenders; the EL-VH1 for attribute-based search.
Can the IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2 read license plates at a parking entrance?
It can show a readable plate when a preset is zoomed onto one lane, and 150 dB WDR helps against headlights. But no license plate recognition (LPR/ANPR) function is listed, so it will not log plate numbers automatically, and it cannot watch every lane while it is zoomed in or tracking. At night, reflective plates often flare under IR. For an entrance that must log every vehicle, use dedicated plate cameras per lane and this PTZ for overview, tracking and face checks.
What does 3D positioning on the IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2 do, and how fast does it move?
3D positioning lets the operator drag a box around an object in the live image and the camera pans, tilts and zooms to fill the view with it, which is much faster than steering with arrow buttons at 42x. Pan speed is 0.1°/s to 300°/s and tilt 0.1°/s to 180°/s, with 1024 presets, 16 preset patrols, 16 route patrols and 16 recorded patrols. It works in the web client and Uniview clients (EZStation, UNV-Link, UNV-Link Pro); support on third-party recorders depends on their software.
How much NVR storage does the IPC6824ER-X42-W-VH2 need for 30 days?
The bit rate is adjustable from 128 Kbps to 16 Mbps. Assuming 8 Mbps continuous recording, one camera writes about 86.4 GB per day, so about 2.6 TB for 30 days; at the 16 Mbps maximum about 5.2 TB. The 10/100 Mbps port is fine for one camera, but add up the streams on the switch uplink: 8 cameras at 16 Mbps are 128 Mbps, so use a gigabit uplink to the NVR. Ultra 265, ROI (up to 8 areas) and event recording reduce storage.
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