Hikvision 4MP DS-2CV2041G2-IDW EXIR Fixed Bullet WiFi Network Camera
The Hikvision DS-2CV2041G2-IDW is a 4MP outdoor Wi-Fi bullet camera with two-way audio and up to 30 metres of EXIR night vision. It connects over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi to reduce cabling, with a microSD slot for on-board recording. Note the Wi-Fi connection works with iVMS-4200; Hik-Connect remote viewing needs a wired link.
Key points
- 4MP (2560 x 1440) on a 1/3" sensor, 120dB WDR
- 2.4GHz Wi-Fi to cut cabling, plus a wired Ethernet port
- Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way audio
- 30m EXIR 2.0 infrared night vision; IP66 weatherproof
- microSD up to 512GB on-board recording
- 12V DC power only (no PoE); plugpack included
Delivery, warranty & returns · shipped from Australian stock
- Tracked delivery on every order. The tracking number is emailed as soon as it ships.
- Metro delivery: 2–4 business days. Regional areas may take longer. Free standard shipping over $300, flat $25 under.
- 3-year warranty on cameras and recorders, back-to-base, plus your Australian Consumer Law rights.
- 30-day returns on unopened items. Faulty on arrival? We cover return shipping.
- Genuine Australian stock. Never grey imports. Prices include GST.
All cameras, NVRs and DVRs come with a 3-year back-to-base manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Hard drives and accessories are covered as set out in our Warranty Policy.
Standard shipping is free on all orders over $300 AUD, Australia-wide. Orders under $300 ship at a flat rate of $25, calculated at checkout. Tracking is included on every order.
You have 30 days from the day you receive your order to request a change-of-mind return. Items must be unopened, factory-sealed and in resalable condition. A 15% restocking fee applies and return postage is at your cost. Faulty or incorrectly supplied items are different: we cover the return shipping and refund or replace at no charge. Read the full Return & Refund Policy.
Metro delivery usually takes 2–4 business days after dispatch, and regional areas may take longer. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order leaves the warehouse.
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01Overview
What the DS-2CV2041G2-IDW-E is
The Hikvision DS-2CV2041G2-IDW is a 4MP outdoor Wi-Fi bullet camera for situations where running a full network cable is awkward but a power point is nearby. It joins a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network for data while drawing power from the supplied 12V DC plugpack, so you avoid a long Ethernet run to the recorder.
There is an important limitation to understand before you buy: on these "-IDW" Wi-Fi models, Hikvision's Hik-Connect remote app and P2P do not work over the Wi-Fi link. Wi-Fi works with iVMS-4200 and local viewing; for Hik-Connect remote access the camera needs to be connected by wired Ethernet. Many installers set it up wired first with the SADP tool, then move it to Wi-Fi for local NVR recording.
The camera has a built-in microphone and speaker for two-way audio, a 1/3" sensor with 120dB WDR for mixed lighting, and EXIR 2.0 infrared reaching about 30 metres at night (black and white). The IP66 housing handles rain and dust, and a microSD card up to 512GB allows on-board recording. It comes in 2.8mm or 4mm fixed-lens options, so note your choice in the order comment.
See it in action
What the DS-2CV2041G2-IDW-E features actually look like
Representative illustrations of how each key feature performs in a real scene.
4MP Ultra HD
30m IR Night Vision
Two-Way Audio
Illustrative — simulated for demonstration
02Engineering
DS-2CV2041G2-IDW-E specifications
- 2.4GHz Wi-Fi to cut cabling, plus a wired Ethernet port for setup and Hik-Connect.
- Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way audio with the visitor.
- EXIR 2.0 infrared to about 30 metres for night coverage (black and white).
- IP66 weatherproof housing and microSD recording up to 512GB on-board.
- 12V DC power only via the included plugpack; fixed lens 2.8mm or 4mm.
03Full datasheet
Detailed specifications
Camera & Image
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor | 1/3" Progressive Scan CMOS |
| Min. Illumination | Color: 0.005 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON), B/W: 0 Lux with IR |
| Max. Resolution | 2560 × 1440 |
| Shutter Time | 1/3 s to 1/100,000 s |
| Day & Night | IR cut filter |
| Image Settings | saturation, brightness, contrast, sharpness, adjustable by client software or web browser |
| Day/Night Switch | Auto, Schedule, Day, Night |
| Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) | 120 dB |
| SNR | ≥ 52 dB |
| Image Enhancement | BLC, 3D DNR |
Lens & Distance
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Lens Type | Fixed focal lens, 2.8 and 4 mm optional |
| Focal Length & FOV | 2.8 mm, horizontal FOV 95°, vertical FOV 53°, diagonal FOV 111° | 4 mm, horizontal FOV 79°, vertical FOV 40°, diagonal FOV 94° |
| Aperture | F1.6 |
| Lens Mount | M12 |
| Iris Type | Fixed |
| Depth of Field | 2.8 mm: 1 m to ∞ | 4 mm: 1.2 m to ∞ |
| DORI | 2.8 mm, D: 63 m, O: 25 m, R: 12 m, I: 6 m | 4 mm, D: 78 m, O: 31 m, R: 15 m, I: 7 m |
| Pan Range | 0° to 360° |
| Tilt Range | 0° to 90° |
| Rotation Range | 0° to 360° |
Night Vision
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Supplement Light Type | IR |
| IR Wavelength | 850 nm |
| Supplement Light Range | Up to 30 m |
| Smart Supplement Light | Yes |
Video
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Main Stream | 50 Hz: 20 fps (2560 × 1440), 25 fps (1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720) | 60 Hz: 20 fps (2560 × 1440), 30 fps (1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720) |
| Sub-Stream | 50 Hz: 25 fps (1280 x 720, 640 × 480, 640 × 360) | 60 Hz: 30 fps (1280 x 720, 640 × 480, 640 × 360) |
| Video Compression | Main stream: H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 | Sub-stream: H.265/H.264/MJPEG |
| Video Bit Rate | 32 Kbps to 8 Mbps |
| H.264 Type | Baseline Profile, Main Profile, High Profile |
| H.265 Type | Main Profile |
| Bit Rate Control | CBR, VBR |
Audio
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Audio Compression | G.711ulaw/G.711alaw/G.722.1/G.726/MP2L2/PCM/AAC-LC |
| Audio Bit Rate | 64 Kbps (G.711)/16 Kbps (G.722.1)/16 Kbps (G.726)/32 to 160 Kbps (MP2L2)/16 to 64 Kbps (AAC-LC) |
| Audio Sampling Rate | 8 kHz/16 kHz |
| Environment Noise Filtering | Yes |
| Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Built-in Speaker | Yes |
Network & Storage
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Protocols | TCP/IP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP, RTSP, RTCP, PPPoE, NTP, UPnP, SMTP, SNMP, IGMP, QoS, IPv6, Bonjour |
| Simultaneous Live View | Up to 6 channels |
| API | Open Network Video Interface (Profile S, Profile G, Profile T), ISAPI, SDK |
| User/Host | Up to 32 users. 3 levels: administrator, operator and user |
| Security | Password protection, complicated password, HTTPS encryption, IP address filter, Security Audit Log, basic and digest authentication for HTTP/HTTPS |
| Network Storage | NAS (NFS, SMB/CIFS), Auto Network Replenishment (ANR), Together with high-end Hikvision memory card, memory card encryption and health detection are supported. |
| Client | Wired network: Hik-Connect, iVMS-4200 | Wi-Fi: iVMS-4200 | *Wi-Fi connection with Hik-Connect directly is not possible. |
| Web Browser | Plug-in required live view: IE 10+ | Plug-in free live view: Chrome 57.0+, Firefox 52.0+ | Local service: Chrome 57.0+, Firefox 52.0+ |
| Wi-Fi Transfer Rate | 11n: up to 300 Mbps |
| Wi-Fi Protocol | 802.11n: OFDM, 802.11b: DSSS, 802.11g: OFDM |
| Wi-Fi Frequency Range | 2.412 GHz to 2.472 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Channel Bandwidth | 20/40 MHz |
| Wi-Fi Modulation | 802.11n: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, and 64QAM, 802.11b: DBPSK and DQPSK, CCK, 802.11g: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, and 64QAM |
| Wireless Range | Up to 120 m (The performance varies based on actual environment) |
| Antenna | 2 Antennas |
Event & Alarm
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Basic Event | Motion detection, exception |
| Linkage | notify surveillance center, trigger recording, trigger capture, Upload to NAS/memory card |
Interface
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| On-Board Storage | Built-in memory card slot, support microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card, up to 512 GB |
| Reset Key | Yes |
| Ethernet Interface | 1 RJ45 10 M/100 M self-adaptive Ethernet port |
General & Environment
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Power | 12 VDC ± 25%, 0.5 A, max. 6 W, Ø 5.5 mm coaxial power plug, reverse polarity protection, A switching adapter is included in the package. |
| Storage Conditions | -30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F). Humidity 95% or less (non-condensing) |
| Language | English, Ukrainian |
| General Function | Anti-banding, heartbeat, mirror, password protection, watermark, IP address filter |
| Startup and Operating Conditions | -30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F). Humidity 95% or less (non-condensing) |
| Material | Base: metal, front cover: metal, back cover: plastic |
| Dimension | 175.6 mm × 73 mm × 89.1 mm (6.9" × 2.9" × 3.5") |
| Package Dimension | 260 mm × 125 mm × 125 mm (10.2" × 4.9" × 4.9") |
| Weight | Approx. 335 g (0.8 lb.) |
| With Package Weight | Approx. 689 g (1.5 lb.) |
| EMC | FCC SDoC (47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B); CE-EMC (EN 55032: 2015, EN 61000-3-2: 2014, EN 61000-3-3: 2013, EN 50130-4: 2011 +A1: 2014); |
| RF | FCC ID (FCC Part 15.247(BT or 2.4G)); CE-RED (EN 301489-1 V2.1.1(BT or 2.4G); EN 301489-17 V3.1.1(BT or 2.4G); EN 300328 V2.1.1(BT or 2.4G); EN 62311:2008(BT or 2.4G)); MIC (JPN) |
| Safety | CB (IEC 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013, IEC 62368-1:2014); CE-LVD (EN 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013, IEC 62368-1:2014); |
| Environment | CE-RoHS: 2011/65/EU, WEEE: 2012/19/EU, Reach: Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 |
| Protection | IP66: IEC 60529-2013 |
| Camera & Image — Image Sensor | 1/3" Progressive Scan CMOS |
|---|---|
| Camera & Image — Min. Illumination | Color: 0.005 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON), B/W: 0 Lux with IR |
| Camera & Image — Max. Resolution | 2560 × 1440 |
| Camera & Image — Shutter Time | 1/3 s to 1/100,000 s |
| Camera & Image — Day & Night | IR cut filter |
| Camera & Image — Image Settings | saturation, brightness, contrast, sharpness, adjustable by client software or web browser |
| Camera & Image — Day/Night Switch | Auto, Schedule, Day, Night |
| Camera & Image — Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) | 120 dB |
| Camera & Image — SNR | ≥ 52 dB |
| Camera & Image — Image Enhancement | BLC, 3D DNR |
| Lens & Distance — Lens Type | Fixed focal lens, 2.8 and 4 mm optional |
| Lens & Distance — Focal Length & FOV | 2.8 mm, horizontal FOV 95°, vertical FOV 53°, diagonal FOV 111° | 4 mm, horizontal FOV 79°, vertical FOV 40°, diagonal FOV 94° |
| Lens & Distance — Aperture | F1.6 |
| Lens & Distance — Lens Mount | M12 |
| Lens & Distance — Iris Type | Fixed |
| Lens & Distance — Depth of Field | 2.8 mm: 1 m to ∞ | 4 mm: 1.2 m to ∞ |
| Lens & Distance — DORI | 2.8 mm, D: 63 m, O: 25 m, R: 12 m, I: 6 m | 4 mm, D: 78 m, O: 31 m, R: 15 m, I: 7 m |
| Lens & Distance — Pan Range | 0° to 360° |
| Lens & Distance — Tilt Range | 0° to 90° |
| Lens & Distance — Rotation Range | 0° to 360° |
| Night Vision — Supplement Light Type | IR |
| Night Vision — IR Wavelength | 850 nm |
| Night Vision — Supplement Light Range | Up to 30 m |
| Night Vision — Smart Supplement Light | Yes |
| Video — Main Stream | 50 Hz: 20 fps (2560 × 1440), 25 fps (1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720) | 60 Hz: 20 fps (2560 × 1440), 30 fps (1920 × 1080, 1280 × 720) |
| Video — Sub-Stream | 50 Hz: 25 fps (1280 x 720, 640 × 480, 640 × 360) | 60 Hz: 30 fps (1280 x 720, 640 × 480, 640 × 360) |
| Video — Video Compression | Main stream: H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 | Sub-stream: H.265/H.264/MJPEG |
| Video — Video Bit Rate | 32 Kbps to 8 Mbps |
| Video — H.264 Type | Baseline Profile, Main Profile, High Profile |
| Video — H.265 Type | Main Profile |
| Video — Bit Rate Control | CBR, VBR |
| Audio — Audio Compression | G.711ulaw/G.711alaw/G.722.1/G.726/MP2L2/PCM/AAC-LC |
| Audio — Audio Bit Rate | 64 Kbps (G.711)/16 Kbps (G.722.1)/16 Kbps (G.726)/32 to 160 Kbps (MP2L2)/16 to 64 Kbps (AAC-LC) |
| Audio — Audio Sampling Rate | 8 kHz/16 kHz |
| Audio — Environment Noise Filtering | Yes |
| Audio — Built-in Microphone | Yes |
| Audio — Built-in Speaker | Yes |
| Network & Storage — Protocols | TCP/IP, ICMP, HTTP, HTTPS, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, RTP, RTSP, RTCP, PPPoE, NTP, UPnP, SMTP, SNMP, IGMP, QoS, IPv6, Bonjour |
| Network & Storage — Simultaneous Live View | Up to 6 channels |
| Network & Storage — API | Open Network Video Interface (Profile S, Profile G, Profile T), ISAPI, SDK |
| Network & Storage — User/Host | Up to 32 users. 3 levels: administrator, operator and user |
| Network & Storage — Security | Password protection, complicated password, HTTPS encryption, IP address filter, Security Audit Log, basic and digest authentication for HTTP/HTTPS |
| Network & Storage — Network Storage | NAS (NFS, SMB/CIFS), Auto Network Replenishment (ANR), Together with high-end Hikvision memory card, memory card encryption and health detection are supported. |
| Network & Storage — Client | Wired network: Hik-Connect, iVMS-4200 | Wi-Fi: iVMS-4200 | *Wi-Fi connection with Hik-Connect directly is not possible. |
| Network & Storage — Web Browser | Plug-in required live view: IE 10+ | Plug-in free live view: Chrome 57.0+, Firefox 52.0+ | Local service: Chrome 57.0+, Firefox 52.0+ |
| Network & Storage — Wi-Fi Transfer Rate | 11n: up to 300 Mbps |
| Network & Storage — Wi-Fi Protocol | 802.11n: OFDM, 802.11b: DSSS, 802.11g: OFDM |
| Network & Storage — Wi-Fi Frequency Range | 2.412 GHz to 2.472 GHz |
| Network & Storage — Wi-Fi Channel Bandwidth | 20/40 MHz |
| Network & Storage — Wi-Fi Modulation | 802.11n: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, and 64QAM, 802.11b: DBPSK and DQPSK, CCK, 802.11g: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, and 64QAM |
| Network & Storage — Wireless Range | Up to 120 m (The performance varies based on actual environment) |
| Network & Storage — Antenna | 2 Antennas |
| Event & Alarm — Basic Event | Motion detection, exception |
| Event & Alarm — Linkage | notify surveillance center, trigger recording, trigger capture, Upload to NAS/memory card |
| Interface — On-Board Storage | Built-in memory card slot, support microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC card, up to 512 GB |
| Interface — Reset Key | Yes |
| Interface — Ethernet Interface | 1 RJ45 10 M/100 M self-adaptive Ethernet port |
| General & Environment — Power | 12 VDC ± 25%, 0.5 A, max. 6 W, Ø 5.5 mm coaxial power plug, reverse polarity protection, A switching adapter is included in the package. |
| General & Environment — Storage Conditions | -30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F). Humidity 95% or less (non-condensing) |
| General & Environment — Language | English, Ukrainian |
| General & Environment — General Function | Anti-banding, heartbeat, mirror, password protection, watermark, IP address filter |
| General & Environment — Startup and Operating Conditions | -30 °C to 60 °C (-22 °F to 140 °F). Humidity 95% or less (non-condensing) |
| General & Environment — Material | Base: metal, front cover: metal, back cover: plastic |
| General & Environment — Dimension | 175.6 mm × 73 mm × 89.1 mm (6.9" × 2.9" × 3.5") |
| General & Environment — Package Dimension | 260 mm × 125 mm × 125 mm (10.2" × 4.9" × 4.9") |
| General & Environment — Weight | Approx. 335 g (0.8 lb.) |
| General & Environment — With Package Weight | Approx. 689 g (1.5 lb.) |
| General & Environment — EMC | FCC SDoC (47 CFR Part 15, Subpart B); CE-EMC (EN 55032: 2015, EN 61000-3-2: 2014, EN 61000-3-3: 2013, EN 50130-4: 2011 +A1: 2014); |
| General & Environment — RF | FCC ID (FCC Part 15.247(BT or 2.4G)); CE-RED (EN 301489-1 V2.1.1(BT or 2.4G); EN 301489-17 V3.1.1(BT or 2.4G); EN 300328 V2.1.1(BT or 2.4G); EN 62311:2008(BT or 2.4G)); MIC (JPN) |
| General & Environment — Safety | CB (IEC 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013, IEC 62368-1:2014); CE-LVD (EN 60950-1:2005 + Am 1:2009 + Am 2:2013, IEC 62368-1:2014); |
| General & Environment — Environment | CE-RoHS: 2011/65/EU, WEEE: 2012/19/EU, Reach: Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 |
| General & Environment — Protection | IP66: IEC 60529-2013 |
04Why choose this
Built for the way you actually use the DS-2CV2041G2-IDW-E
Talk back
A built-in microphone and speaker let you hear and speak to whoever is at the door or driveway through the app or NVR.
On-board recording
A microSD card up to 512GB stores footage in the camera, useful as a standalone setup or as backup if the network drops.
Backed locally
Supplied by an authorised dealer with a 3-year Australian warranty and support.
05Where it fits
Right at home in these scenarios
Sheds and outbuildings
Where a cable run back to the house is hard, Wi-Fi plus a local power point gets a camera up quickly.
Front entries and porches
Two-way audio lets you answer the door or speak to a delivery driver from your phone over the wired connection.
Rental and temporary sites
microSD recording and Wi-Fi make it easy to set up and move without re-cabling.
Filling a gap in an existing system
Add coverage to a spot the wired cameras miss, recording locally or to an NVR over Wi-Fi.
06Setup
Installation & setup
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Understand the Wi-Fi limit
Hik-Connect remote viewing needs a wired connection; Wi-Fi works for iVMS-4200 and local/NVR use. Plan the cabling accordingly.
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Power
It is 12V DC only (no PoE). Mount it within reach of a power point and use the supplied plugpack.
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Wired first, then Wi-Fi
Connect by Ethernet, activate with the SADP tool, set the Wi-Fi SSID and password, then move to wireless if you do not need Hik-Connect.
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Setup
In Australia a network camera is usually fitted by a licensed security installer or a competent IT/cabling technician, who runs the Cat5e/6 cable, terminates the RJ45, mounts the unit and adds it to the NVR or app. Add it in iVMS-4200 or your NVR and set motion zones and two-way audio.
08Questions
Frequently asked about the DS-2CV2041G2-IDW-E
Q.01
Can I use Hik-Connect over Wi-Fi with this camera?
Q.02
Does it need a network cable at all?
Q.03
Can I power it over PoE?
Q.04
Does it have audio?
Q.05
Which lens should I choose?
Q.06
Can it record on its own?
Q.07
How far does the night vision reach?
Q.08
Is it weatherproof for outdoor use?
Buying from Smarket
Is your Hikvision, Dahua, HiLook and TP-Link VIGI stock genuine Australian stock?
Yes, 100%. Every Hikvision, Dahua, HiLook and TP-Link VIGI product we sell is a genuine Australian-market model sourced through Australian supply chains — never grey imports. That means factory-sealed units, Australian-region firmware that works with the official apps out of the box, and a full 3-year local warranty.
How long does delivery take?
Metro delivery usually takes 2–4 business days after dispatch, and regional areas may take longer. You'll receive a tracking number by email as soon as your order leaves the warehouse.
How much is shipping?
Standard shipping is free on all orders over $300 AUD, Australia-wide. Orders under $300 ship at a flat rate of $25, calculated at checkout. Tracking is included on every order.
What warranty do you offer?
All cameras, NVRs and DVRs come with a 3-year back-to-base manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Hard drives and accessories are covered as set out in our Warranty Policy.
What is your return policy?
You have 30 days from the day you receive your order to request a change-of-mind return. Items must be unopened, factory-sealed and in resalable condition. A 15% restocking fee applies and return postage is at your cost. Faulty or incorrectly supplied items are different: we cover the return shipping and refund or replace at no charge. Read the full Return & Refund Policy.
Do you offer installation?
We can connect you with licensed installers in Sydney and Melbourne. Installation typically starts from around $200 per camera depending on cable runs and site conditions. Email sales@smarket.com.au with your address and camera count for a quote.
10Bundles
Recommended packages
Record it on an NVR
Pair it with a Hikvision PoE NVR such as the DS-7604NI-M1/4P or DS-7608NI-M2/8P 4TB; the camera joins over Wi-Fi for recording.
Add storage
Fit a surveillance drive such as the 2TB in the NVR, or use a microSD card up to 512GB in the camera.
Tidy the cabling
Add the DS-1280ZJ-XS junction box for a neat, weather-protected power and cable entry.
Prefer a wired camera
If you can run a cable, a PoE model such as the DS-2CD2T66G2-4I avoids the Wi-Fi Hik-Connect limit.
