The camera combines ultra-high resolution with white and flashing color LEDs to deter and capture unwanted activity.

Cerritos, CA (December 2, 2025) – Digital Watchdog® (DW), the industry leader in cloud-centric digital recorders, surveillance cameras, perimeter protection devices, system peripherals and related management software, announces the launch of our 4K active deterrent turret IP camera with proactive AI automated object detection and people tracking. The camera comes with a built-in speaker and microphone, as well as white LEDs and color strobe LEDs to detect, alert, and deter potential threats.

“DW’s active deterrent solutions do more than capture video, the camera actively helps to prevent incidents before they happen,” said Patrick Kelly, Senior Director of Strategy, DW. “By combining 4K clarity, AI-driven detection, and built-in deterrent features, we’re giving customers a smarter, more proactive approach to security.”

This NDAA/TAA-compliant MEGApix Ai turret IP camera is the ultimate active deterrent. It delivers 4K resolution at 30fps, featuring a built-in 90ft range white light and red/blue flashing LEDs. A deep-learning edge AI engine onboard identifies people, vehicles, and objects in real-time. It also includes alarm functions, a built-in microphone and speaker.

Product Features:

• 4K sensor at real-time 30fps
• Star-Light Plus color in near-total darkness technology.
• AI Deep Learning object detection.
• Create up to 40 separate detection zones.
• Easy setup with no manual calibration
• Seamless integration and control with DW Spectrum.
• Reduce false alarms with multiple detection zones and logical rules.
• Increase your recording storage with smart recording and no false alarms.
• Active deterrence with white light illumination and red/blue flash LEDs for an all-in-one camera installation
• Vari-focal p-iris lens with motorized zoom and autofocus for complete remote lens control and a focused image any time.
• True Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) for clear images in challenging light
• Simultaneous streaming and multiple codec options for smart bandwidth management
• 90’ white light illumination with intelligent camera sync for clear color images with no need for external light.
• Smart DNR 3D digital noise reduction minimizes noise and ghosting in motion, particularly in low-light environments.
• Privacy zones cover sensitive areas in the camera’s field of view.
• Two-way audio with built-in microphone and speaker for direct communication between the monitoring station and the camera’s location.
• Local SD card slot for local recording in case of network loss.
• Alarm sensor input and relay output for access control integration
• Web server built in for easy camera management from any browser
• High-power PoE and DC12V for a single cable simplified installation
• NDAA/TAA compliant for federal and government projects
• IP67- and IK10-rated camera housing built to last
• 5 year warranty

To learn more about MEGApix Ai solutions, click here. To learn more about DW's industry-leading video surveillance products, visit www.digital-watchdog.com.

Founded in 1987, DW is a leading manufacturer of NDAA/TAA-compliant and cloud-centric complete surveillance solutions, delivering easy-to-use, resource-saving artificial intelligence (AI), stunning image quality, advanced hardware capabilities, superior video management, reliable customer support and the lowest total cost of deployment for cloud-managed IP megapixel, Universal HD over Coax megapixel, and legacy analog applications. DW’s catalog includes perimeter protection devices, including motion detectors, illuminators and speakers, as well as an NDAA-compliant elevated skin temperature system. With offices in Cerritos, California and Tampa, Florida, and manufacturing facilities in Seoul, Korea, DW is committed to delivering powerful security solutions to its customers worldwide.