Dahua DH-SD6CE445XA-HNR 4MP 45x Starlight IR PTZ AI Network Camera
4MP WizSense IP PTZ with 45x optical zoom, deep-learning auto tracking and a laser-class IR illuminator reaching up to 250m for long-range, wide-area monitoring.
- 1/2.8" 4MP STARVIS CMOS, 2560 x 1440 at 25/30 fps
- 45x optical zoom, 3.95-177.75mm motorised lens, F1.6-F4.95
- Smart IR up to 250m
- 360 degree endless pan, -20 to 90 degree tilt with auto flip, 300 presets
- Deep-learning auto tracking with human and vehicle perimeter protection and SMD Plus
- Starlight low light, 120dB WDR, defog and EIS
- IP67 and IK10 metal housing; DC24V or PoE+ (802.3at)
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§ 01Overview
What the DH-SD6CE445XA-HNR is
The Dahua DH-SD6CE445XA-HNR is a 4MP WizSense IP PTZ built for large outdoor sites that need both wide coverage and long-range detail.
A 45x optical zoom on a 1/2.8-inch STARVIS sensor lets operators sweep an entire yard or perimeter and then zoom in to read detail at distance, with published DORI identify range around 318m.
A 360 degree endless pan and a -20 to 90 degree tilt with auto flip give full directional control from a single mounting point.
Deep-learning analytics drive auto tracking, so the camera locks onto and follows a moving person or vehicle across the scene, and perimeter protection (tripwire and intrusion) with human and vehicle classification, SMD Plus and face detection keep alerts focused on real targets.
A Smart IR illuminator reaches up to 250m for night coverage well beyond standard cameras, while Starlight low light and 120dB WDR hold detail in dim and high-contrast scenes.
The IP67 and IK10 metal housing suits exposed positions; it draws power from DC24V or PoE+ (802.3at), so plan the supply for the load.
See it in action
What the DH-SD6CE445XA-HNR features actually look like
Representative illustrations of how each key feature performs in a real scene.
4MP Ultra HD
Human/Vehicle Detection
IP67 Weatherproof
Illustrative — simulated for demonstration
§ 02Engineering
DH-SD6CE445XA-HNR specifications
- Optical zoom: 45x, 3.95-177.75mm motorised lens, F1.6-F4.95, for wide overview to long-range detail
- Night vision: Smart IR up to 250m, adjusting intensity with zoom to avoid overexposing close subjects
- PTZ control: 360 degree endless pan, -20 to 90 degree tilt with auto flip, 300 presets, tours and patterns
- Auto tracking: deep-learning tracking follows a moving target, with human and vehicle perimeter protection and SMD Plus
- Imaging: Starlight low light, 120dB WDR, defog and electronic image stabilisation for difficult conditions
- Durability: IP67 and IK10 metal housing, -40C to +70C operating range, with a built-in heater
- Power: DC24V or PoE+ (802.3at); 13W, or 26W with IR and heater on
§ 03Full datasheet
Detailed specifications
Camera & Image
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8'' STARVIS™ CMOS |
| Pixels | 4 MP |
| Max. Resolution | 2560 (H) × 1440 (V) |
| Scanning System | Progressive |
| Electronic Shutter Speed | 1/1 s–1/30,000 s |
| Minimum Illumination | Color: 0.005 Lux@F1.6; B/W: 0.0005 Lux@F1.6; 0 Lux@F1.6 (IR on) |
| Day/Night | Auto (ICR) / Color / B/W |
| BLC | Support |
| WDR | 120 dB |
| HLC | Support |
| White Balance | Auto, ATW, Indoor, Outdoor, Manual |
| Gain Control | Auto / Manual |
| Noise Reduction | Ultra DNR (2D/3D) |
| Motion Detection | Support |
| Region of Interest | Support |
| Image Stabilization | Electronic |
| Defog | Support |
| Digital Zoom | 16x |
| Flip | 180° |
| Privacy Masking | Up to 24 areas |
Lens & Distance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Focal Length | 3.95 mm–177.75 mm |
| Max. Aperture | F1.6–F4.95 |
| Angle of View | H: 70.3°–1.8°; V: 37°–1°; D: 69.3°–2° |
| Optical Zoom | 45x |
| Focus Control | Auto/Manual |
| Iris Control | Auto/Manual |
| Close Focus Distance | 10 mm–3,000 mm |
| DORI Distance | Detect 3176 m (10420 ft); Observe 1271 m (4170 ft); Recognize 635 m (2083 ft); Identify 318 m (1043 ft) |
| Pan Range | 0°–360° endless |
| Tilt Range | -20°–90°,auto flip 180° |
| Manual Control Speed | Pan: 0.1°–260° /s; Tilt: 0.1°–120° /s |
| Preset Speed | Pan: 300° /s; Tilt: 200° /s |
| Presets | 300 |
| Tour | 8 (up to 32 presets per tour) |
| Pattern | 5 |
| Pan | 5 |
| Power up Action | Auto restore to previous PTZ and lens status after power failure |
| Idle Motion | Activate Preset/ Scan/ Tour/ Pattern if there is no command in the specified period |
| Protocol | DH-SD, Pelco-P/D (Auto recognition) |
Night Vision
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Illumination Distance | Distance up to 250 m (820 ft) |
| Illumination On/Off Control | Auto/Manual |
| Illuminator Number | 6 |
Video
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Compression | H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264/MJPEG(Sub Stream) |
| Streaming Capability | 3 Streams |
| Resolution | 4M (2560 × 1440)/3M (2048 × 1536)/1080p (1920 × 1080)/720p (1280 × 720)/D1 (704 × 576/704 × 480)/CIF (352 × 288/352 × 240) |
| Frame Rate | Main stream: 4M/3M (1–25/30 fps), 1080p/1.3M/720p (1–25/30 fps); Sub stream1: D1/CIF (1–25/30 fps); Sub stream2: 1080p (1–25/30 fps), 720p (1–25/30 fps) |
| Bit Rate Control | CBR/VBR |
| Bit Rate | H.265/H.264: 3 Kbps–20,480 Kbps |
Audio
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Compression | G.711a/G.711Mu/AAC/G.722 / G.726/G.729/MPEG2-L2 |
AI & Deep Learning
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Perimeter Protection | Tripwire, Intrusion. Support alarm triggering by target types(human and vehicle). Filtering out false alarms caused by animals, rustling leaves, bright lights, etc |
| Auto Tracking | Support |
| Video Structuralization | Support human, motor vehicle and non-motor vehicle image capture |
| SMD Plus | Support |
| Face Detection | Support |
| General Intelligence | Object Abandoned/Missing |
Network & Storage
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Protocol | IPv4/IPv6, HTTP, HTTPS, SSL, TCP/IP, UDP, UPnP, ICMP, IGMP, SNMPv1/v2c/v3(MIB-2), ARP, RTCP, RTSP, RTMP, RTP, SMTP, NTP, DHCP, DNS,PPPOE,DDNS,FTP, IP Filter,QoS,Bonjour,802.1x |
| Interoperability | ONVIF Profile S&G&T, API |
| Streaming Method | Unicast / Multicast |
| User/Host | 20 users |
| Storage | NAS (Network Attached Storage),Local PC for instant recording, Micro SD card 256GB |
| Browser | IE, Chrome, Firefox, Safari |
| Management Software | Smart PSS, DSS, DMSS |
| Smart Phone | IOS, Android |
Event & Alarm
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event Trigger | Motion detection, Video tampering , Scene changing, Network disconnection, IP address conflict, Illegal Access, Storage anomaly |
Interface
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Ethernet | RJ-45 (10Base-T/100Base-TX) |
| RS485 | 1 |
| Audio I/O | 1 (Line in; bare wire)/1 (Line out; bare wire) |
| Alarm I/O | 7/2 |
General & Environment
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | DC 24 V/2.5 A ± 25%; PoE+(802.3at) |
| Power Consumption | 13 W, 26 W (IR On, Heater On) |
| Operating Conditions | –40 °C to 70 °C (–40 °F to +158°F) / Less than 95% RH |
| Protection | IP67, IK10 |
| Casing | Metal |
| Dimensions | φ209 × 337.4 mm |
| Net Weight | 5.9 kg (13 lb) |
| Gross Weight | 9.6 kg (21.16 lb) |
| Certifications | CE: EN55032/EN55024/EN50130-4 | FCC: Part15 subpartB,ANSI C63.4- 2014 |
§ 04Why choose this
Built for the way you actually use the DH-SD6CE445XA-HNR
Hands-free tracking
Deep-learning auto tracking follows people and vehicles across the scene, so operators are not constantly steering the camera.
Sees far after dark
A Smart IR illuminator reaches up to 250m, keeping distant targets visible in complete darkness across open areas.
Built for harsh sites
An IP67 and IK10 metal housing with a -40C to +70C range and a heater suits exposed perimeters, yards and poles.
§ 05Where it fits
Right at home in these scenarios
Industrial yards and compounds
Wide-area coverage with 45x zoom and 250m IR monitors large open sites and reads detail at long range after dark.
Perimeters and boundary lines
Auto tracking and perimeter rules follow movement along fences and across open ground from a single elevated position.
Car parks and campuses
360 degree pan and 4MP detail cover large public areas, zooming to incidents and reading plates or signage as needed.
Rural and remote properties
A weatherproof, heated housing and long IR range suit exposed pole positions on farms, depots and acreage.
§ 06Setup
Installation & setup
Plan the power supply
This PTZ needs DC24V or PoE+ (802.3at). A standard 802.3af port will not power it, so specify an 802.3at PoE+ switch or injector, or a DC24V supply, sized for up to 26W with IR and heater on.
Mount for clear sightlines
Fix the camera to a pole, parapet or wall bracket with a clear, elevated view, allowing the full 360 degree pan and tilt range to cover the intended area.
Set tracking, presets and tours
Configure perimeter tripwire and intrusion rules with human and vehicle classification, auto tracking and presets and tours so the camera patrols and follows movement.
Pair an NVR sized for the job
Connect to a Dahua AI NVR with a high-capacity surveillance hard drive, and confirm it supports the resolution and your chosen power method.
§ 07Questions
Frequently asked about the DH-SD6CE445XA-HNR
Q.01
How far can this PTZ see at night and at distance?
Q.02
Does it follow people and vehicles automatically?
Q.03
How does it tell people and vehicles apart from false alarms?
Q.04
How is it powered?
Q.05
Can I set patrol tours and preset positions?
Q.06
Is it tough enough for exposed outdoor sites?
Q.07
Does it have two-way audio?
Q.08
What recorder should I use with it?
§ 09Bundles
Recommended packages
Recorders and storage
Record to a Dahua AI NVR such as the 16-channel NVR5216-16P or NVR5416-16P, fitted with an 8TB or 10TB surveillance hard drive for continuous recording.
Power and cabling
This PTZ requires PoE+ (802.3at) or DC24V; plan a PoE+ switch or injector sized for the load, with quality Cat6 cable for the data run. A standard 802.3af port will not power it.
Network distribution
Distribute camera connections with a Dahua PoE switch; confirm it supplies 802.3at to the PTZ port or use a dedicated PoE+ injector at the camera.
