Hikvision Wi-Fi PTZ · 4MP 4× Zoom · AcuSense · 20 m IR
Hikvision 4MP AcuSense PTZ
Hikvision DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E/W — 4MP 4× Zoom Wi-Fi AcuSense Mini PTZ
The Hikvision DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E/W is the Wi-Fi variant of Hikvision's most affordable PTZ — same compact 2-inch Value Series chassis, same motorised 2.8-12 mm F1.8 lens, same 4× optical zoom, same 4 MP imaging, same 20 m smart IR, same AcuSense human + vehicle filtering, same built-in mic + speaker — plus integrated 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. IP66 weather-rated, IK10 vandal-rated. Australian stock, 3-year Australian warranty.
Wireless
Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz · 802.11b/g/n
Optical Zoom
4× · 2.8-12 mm · F1.8
Resolution
4 MP · 2560 × 1440 · 25/30 fps
AI Engine
AcuSense · Human + Vehicle
Audio
Built-in Mic + Speaker · 2-Way
Power
PoE 802.3af · 12 VDC · 11.2 W
See Hikvision AcuSense in Action
AcuSense is the on-camera deep-learning engine that makes this PTZ useful instead of noisy — it classifies every motion event as human, vehicle, or "other" and filters out the false alarms.
Why Choose the Wi-Fi DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E/W
The "/W" suffix adds integrated 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi to Hikvision's most affordable PTZ. The use-case is install flexibility: residential sites where pulling Cat 6 across the ceiling isn't practical, rental properties where you can't run cable through walls, heritage buildings with restrictions, fence-corner posts and garden sheds where data cable would need a long underground trench.
Integrated 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
IEEE 802.11b/g/n, WPA/WPA2 encryption. Pairs to your existing 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi.
4× Optical Zoom · 2.8-12 mm F1.8
Motorised wide-to-tele: 99.4° wide to 32.8° tele. 16× digital on top.
AcuSense — Real Notifications
On-camera deep learning filters every motion event as human, vehicle or other.
PoE 802.3af Fallback Still Supported
Wi-Fi is convenience — but PoE 802.3af and 12 VDC wired still supported.
Honest Wi-Fi Positioning — Read This Before You Buy
You Still Need a Power Cable
Wi-Fi handles data only. Camera draws up to 11.2 W and needs 12 VDC or PoE at the location.
2.4 GHz Only — Plan for Bandwidth
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only. Place camera within ~15 m through one wall of router.
Initial Pairing Needs Ethernet
Initial setup requires a one-time Ethernet connection via SADP or iVMS-4200 to enter Wi-Fi credentials.
Wired Is Still Better If You Can Run Cable
If Cat 6 is practical, choose the wired-only DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E variant instead — slightly cheaper.
For sites with longer night-time scenes: DS-2DE3A404IWG-E/W (3-inch · Wi-Fi · 50 m IR) →
Pan / Tilt / Zoom — Operator Control
355° Pan · 0°-90° Tilt
Pan 0° to 355°. Tilt 0° to 90° straight down.
300 Presets · Patrol Scan
300 presets + patrol scan automation.
3D Positioning — Click to Zoom
Click any point on the live view to centre-frame and zoom.
Proportional Pan + Power-Off Memory
Pan speed auto-scales with zoom. Returns to last orientation.
Technical Specifications
DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E/W · Full Specifications
| SKU |
DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E/W (PoE / 12 VDC + integrated 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi) |
| Camera Type |
Hikvision Value Series · 4 MP 4× IR AcuSense Mini PTZ (Wi-Fi) |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.8" Progressive Scan CMOS · Powered-by-DarkFighter |
| Max Resolution |
2560 × 1440 (4 MP 16:9) |
| Min. Illumination |
Colour 0.005 lux @ F1.8 · B/W 0.001 lux @ F1.8 · 0 lux with IR |
| Lens |
Motorised · 2.8-12 mm · 4× optical zoom · 16× digital · F1.8 |
| Field of View |
Horizontal 99.4° → 32.8° · Vertical 51.7° → 18.4° |
| IR Illumination |
Smart IR up to 20 m · 850 nm wavelength |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120 dB · BLC · HLC · 3D DNR |
| Pan Range / Speed |
0° to 355° · preset 50°/s · proportional pan |
| Tilt Range / Speed |
0° to 90° · preset 50°/s |
| Presets / Patrols |
300 presets · patrol scan |
| Deep-Learning AI |
AcuSense — human + vehicle classification |
| Smart Events |
Line crossing · intrusion · region entrance · region exiting |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone (5 m) · built-in speaker (10 m) |
| Ethernet |
1 × RJ-45 10/100 Mbps self-adaptive |
| Wi-Fi Protocols |
IEEE 802.11b · 802.11g · 802.11n |
| Wi-Fi Frequency |
2.4 GHz – 2.4835 GHz (no 5 GHz) |
| Wi-Fi Encryption |
WPA / WPA2 · WPA-PSK / WPA2-PSK |
| Wi-Fi Pairing Note |
Initial Wi-Fi configuration requires one-time Ethernet connection. |
| On-Board Storage |
microSD up to 512 GB · ANR auto network replenishment |
| API & Protocols |
ONVIF (Profile S / G / T) · ISAPI · SDK · ISUP |
| Power Source |
12 VDC max 11.2 W OR PoE IEEE 802.3af |
| Dimensions / Weight |
Ø 130.7 mm × 103.6 mm · ≈ 560 g
|
| Operating Condition |
−20 °C to +60 °C |
| Weatherproof Rating |
IP66 |
| Vandal Resistance |
IK10 |
| Anti-Corrosion |
Not rated — avoid coastal sites within ~2 km of shoreline. |
| DORI (Tele · 12 mm) |
Detect 180 m · Observe 71.4 m · Recognise 36 m · Identify 18 m
|
| Warranty |
3-Year Australian Warranty |
DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E/W (Wi-Fi) vs DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E (Wired) — Should You Pay for Wi-Fi?
Both variants are physically identical. The only difference is the integrated 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi radio on the /W variant.
DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E/W (Wi-Fi · this) vs DS-2DE2A404IWG1-E (Wired only)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I still need a cable if I'm using Wi-Fi?Yes — but only a power cable, not a data cable.
How do I pair the camera to my Wi-Fi?Initial Wi-Fi setup requires a one-time Ethernet connection using SADP tool or iVMS-4200 on a computer.
Will the camera work on 5 GHz Wi-Fi?No — this camera supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi only.
How far from the router can the camera be?2.4 GHz Wi-Fi typically reaches ~15 m through one wall or up to ~30 m with line-of-sight.
Why choose Wi-Fi vs the wired-only version?Choose Wi-Fi for install flexibility where Cat 6 is impractical. Choose wired-only for simplicity.
Will the Wi-Fi stream record to my Hikvision NVR?Yes. It appears as a standard ONVIF IP camera on the LAN.
Can I install this within 2 km of the coast?Not directly exposed. No anti-corrosion housing available.
Does AcuSense work the same over Wi-Fi as Ethernet?Yes — AcuSense classification happens on the camera itself.
Downloads & Resources
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