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Dahua DH-SD6AL830V-HNI-IR 4K 30x IR PTZ Network Camera

SKU: DH-SD6AL830V-HNI-IR
Description

8MP 4K PTZ with 30x optical zoom and a laser illuminator reaching up to 500m, built for wide-area monitoring and long-range detail.

  • 1/1.7" 8MP STARVIS CMOS, 3840 x 2160 at up to 30 fps
  • 6-180mm motorised lens, 30x optical zoom, 16x digital
  • Laser Smart IR up to 500m
  • 360 degree endless pan and -20 to 90 degree tilt with auto flip
  • Auto tracking and IVS tripwire and intrusion
  • 300 presets, tours, patterns and auto scan
  • Wiper, -40C to +70C; IP67 metal housing
  • Hi-PoE or AC24V power; microSD up to 128GB
8MP Ultra HD IP67 Weatherproof
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§ 01Overview

What the DH-SD6AL830V-HNI-IR is

The Dahua DH-SD6AL830V-HNI is a 4K laser PTZ built for wide-area monitoring across large properties, industrial yards, ports and open perimeters.

An 8MP 1/1.7-inch STARVIS sensor with a 6-180mm 30x optical zoom captures usable detail at long range, and a 360 degree endless pan with a -20 to 90 degree tilt and auto flip gives operators full spatial control to track movement in any direction.

A laser Smart IR illuminator reaches up to 500m, adjusting intensity with the zoom level to avoid overexposing close subjects while maintaining reach when zoomed out, well beyond the range of standard infrared.

Auto tracking and IVS tripwire and intrusion support automated monitoring, a wiper clears the lens in rain, and the camera operates from -40C to +70C in an IP67 housing.

It powers from Hi-PoE or AC24V, so plan power accordingly, and takes a microSD card up to 128GB for edge recording.

The store listing previously stated 150m night vision; the laser illuminator on this model reaches up to 500m.

See it in action

What the DH-SD6AL830V-HNI-IR features actually look like

Representative illustrations of how each key feature performs in a real scene.

8MP Ultra HD

8MP (4K) resolution captures four times the detail of 1080p.
Even when a person or car is far down the driveway, you can zoom in and still recognise a face or read a number plate — detail that lower-resolution cameras lose.

IP67 Weatherproof

Sealed against dust and water to IP67, built to keep working through rain, storms and harsh sun — suitable for fully outdoor mounting.

Illustrative — simulated for demonstration

§ 02Engineering

DH-SD6AL830V-HNI-IR specifications

- Sensor and resolution: 1/1.7" 8MP STARVIS CMOS, 3840 x 2160 (4K) at up to 30 fps

- Optical zoom: 6-180mm motorised lens, 30x optical and 16x digital, for long-range detail

- Laser night vision: laser Smart IR up to 500m, 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: follows a moving target across the scene, with IVS tripwire and intrusion rules

- All-weather: a wiper clears the lens, with a -40C to +70C operating range and IP67 housing

- Power: Hi-PoE or AC24V; draws 24W, or 38W with the illuminator on

- Storage: microSD card up to 128GB for edge recording, plus NAS

§ 03Full datasheet

Detailed specifications

Camera & Image

Camera & Image — Dahua DH-SD6AL830V-HNI-IR 4K 30x IR PTZ Network Camera
FeatureDetail
Image Sensor 1/1.7” STARVIS™ CMOS
Effective Pixels 3840(H) x 2160(V), 8 Megapixels
RAM/ROM 1024M/128M
Scanning System Progressive
Electronic Shutter Speed 1/1s~1/30,000s
Minimum Illumination Color: 0.05Lux@F1.6; 0Lux (IR on)
S/N Ratio More than 56dB
Day/Night Auto(ICR) / Color / B/W
Backlight Compensation BLC / HLC / DWDR
White Balance Auto,ATW,Indoor,Outdoor,Manual
Gain Control Auto / Manual
Noise Reduction Ultra DNR (2D/3D)
Motion Detection Support
Region of Interest Support
Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) Support
Defog Support
Digital Zoom 16x
Flip 180°
Privacy Masking Up to 24 areas

§ 04Why choose this

Built for the way you actually use the DH-SD6AL830V-HNI-IR

Long-range detail from one point

An 8MP 4K sensor with 30x optical zoom reads detail at distances a fixed camera cannot match, across large sites from a single position.

Laser night vision to 500m

A laser illuminator reaches far beyond standard infrared, keeping distant targets visible in complete darkness across open areas.

Full directional control

360 degree endless pan, wide tilt with auto flip and auto tracking let operators follow movement anywhere in the scene.

Built for harsh sites

A -40C to +70C range, IP67 housing and a built-in wiper suit exposed industrial yards, ports and open perimeters.

§ 05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Industrial yards and ports

Wide-area coverage with 30x zoom and laser night vision monitors large open sites and reads detail at long range after dark.

Open perimeters and boundaries

Auto tracking and IVS rules follow movement along fence lines and across open ground from a single elevated position.

City and campus wide-area monitoring

360 degree pan and 4K detail cover large public or campus areas, zooming to incidents as they develop.

Remote and exposed sites

An all-weather housing with a wiper and a wide temperature range suits remote installations without additional climate protection.

§ 06Setup

Installation & setup

01

Plan the power supply

This PTZ needs Hi-PoE or AC24V. A standard NVR or switch PoE port will not power it, so specify a Hi-PoE injector or switch, or an AC24V supply, sized for the 38W draw with the illuminator on.

02

Mount for clear sightlines

Fix the camera to a pole, parapet or bracket with a clear, elevated view of the area, allowing the 360 degree pan and tilt range to cover the intended scene.

03

Set tracking and presets

Configure IVS tripwire and intrusion rules, auto tracking and presets and tours so the camera follows movement and patrols key points across the site.

04

Pair a 4K recorder

Connect to a Dahua NVR sized for 4K with a high-capacity surveillance hard drive, and confirm it supports the camera resolution and your chosen power method.

§ 07Questions

Frequently asked about the DH-SD6AL830V-HNI-IR

Q.01

How far does the night vision reach?

This model uses a laser illuminator that reaches up to 500m, far beyond standard infrared LEDs. The laser Smart IR adjusts intensity with the zoom level, so close subjects are not overexposed while distant ones stay illuminated. The earlier store figure of 150m was understated for this laser PTZ.
Q.02

How is it powered?

It runs on Hi-PoE or AC24V. A standard 802.3af or 802.3at PoE port on a typical NVR or switch does not supply enough power for this PTZ, so use a Hi-PoE injector or switch, or an AC24V supply, sized for the 24W draw, or 38W with the illuminator on.
Q.03

What can the 30x zoom see at distance?

The 6-180mm lens gives 30x optical zoom on an 8MP 4K sensor, so operators can read signage, identify individuals or assess incidents at long range. Published DORI figures put recognition at several hundred metres, with identify distance around 389m, depending on conditions and lighting.
Q.04

How does auto tracking work?

The camera can lock onto and follow a moving target across the scene, driven by IVS rules such as tripwire and intrusion that trigger the tracking. This keeps a subject in view across a wide area without an operator constantly steering the camera, though it tracks movement rather than classifying targets as human or vehicle.
Q.05

Does it have continuous 360 degree rotation?

Yes. The pan axis rotates continuously without a mechanical stop, so operators can follow movement in any direction, and auto flip at 180 degrees lets the camera follow a subject passing directly underneath without losing the target.
Q.06

Is it suitable for harsh outdoor environments?

Yes. It is rated to operate from -40C to +70C in an IP67 housing, and includes a wiper to clear rain and grime from the lens. This suits exposed industrial sites, ports and open perimeters without additional housing.
Q.07

Does it have two-way audio?

No. It does not have a built-in microphone or speaker. It provides line-level audio in and out ports for connecting external audio devices, but on its own it does not record on-site audio or support two-way talk.
Q.08

What recorder and storage should I use?

Pair it with a Dahua NVR sized for 4K, with a high-capacity surveillance hard drive to hold the data rate. It also takes a microSD card up to 128GB for edge backup. Confirm the NVR supports the camera resolution and the power method you choose.

§ 09Bundles

Recommended packages

02

Power and cabling

This PTZ requires Hi-PoE or AC24V power; plan a Hi-PoE injector or switch sized for the load, with quality Cat6 cable for the data run. A standard PoE NVR port will not power it.

03

Storage planning

4K footage uses more storage than lower resolutions, so size the hard drive for your retention needs; a 10TB drive suits longer retention on continuous recording.