Digital Watchdog DW-VA1G442T 4-Channel 5MP HD over Coax DVR 2TB

The Digital Watchdog DW-VA1G442T is a VMAX A1 G4 4-channel HD-over-coax digital video recorder with a preinstalled 2TB hard drive, designed for commercial CCTV surveillance systems. Supporting HD-Analog, HD-TVI, and standard analog cameras up to 5MP, it records at up to 120 fps at 1080p or 48 fps at 5MP. The recorder features H.265/H.264 compression, 4K HDMI output, PathFinder remote connectivity, C3 CMS management, and mobile viewing. It also includes four audio inputs, four alarm inputs, and NDAA/TAA-compliant hardware.

Digital Watchdog DW-VA1G442T VMAX A1 G4 4-Channel 2TB DVR

The Digital Watchdog DW-VA1G442T VMAX A1 G4 Digital Video Recorder is a four-channel HD-over-coax surveillance recording system designed for commercial and residential security applications requiring reliable video recording over existing coaxial cabling. Part of Digital Watchdog's VMAX A1 G4 Series, this recorder supports standard analog cameras up to 960H resolution, HD-Analog cameras, and HD-TVI cameras with recording resolutions up to 5 megapixels. The DW-VA1G442T includes a preinstalled 2TB SATA hard drive for local video storage, eliminating the need to purchase a separate recording drive for the initial installation. Its hybrid analog compatibility makes it suitable for retail stores, offices, warehouses, educational facilities, and existing CCTV installations transitioning from standard-definition analog surveillance to higher-resolution video without completely replacing their coaxial infrastructure.

The DW-VA1G442T operates on an embedded Linux platform and supports H.265 and H.264 video compression to manage recording bandwidth and storage consumption. Its four recording channels provide a combined maximum recording rate of 120 frames per second at 1080p resolution, equivalent to 30 fps per channel. Higher-resolution recording is supported at 72 fps total at 3MP, 60 fps total at 4MP, and 48 fps total at 5MP. The recorder automatically detects compatible incoming camera signals, allowing different supported analog video formats to be incorporated into the same surveillance system. Video output options include 4K (3840 x 2160) True HD, VGA, and composite CVBS connections, enabling local monitoring on compatible displays. The 4K specification refers to the recorder's local display output; the maximum supported camera recording resolution is 5MP rather than 4K.

Designed for remote surveillance management and event-driven recording, the Digital Watchdog DW-VA1G442T incorporates PathFinder remote connectivity, allowing authorized users to establish remote connections without relying exclusively on traditional manual port-forwarding configurations. The recorder supports Digital Watchdog C3 Central Monitoring System software and DW Mobile Plus for compatible desktop and mobile monitoring applications. Users can remotely view live video, search recorded footage, retrieve recordings, and manage supported recorder functions over a network. Configurable recording modes include continuous, scheduled, motion-triggered, sensor-activated, and emergency recording, with pre-alarm and post-alarm options. Additional capabilities include Snapshot Notify email alerts, thumbnail-based video searches, event notifications, remote firmware management, and camera on-screen display controls through Up-the-Coax (UTC) communication. Four audio inputs, one audio output, four external alarm inputs, and one relay output support integration with compatible security monitoring equipment.

The Digital Watchdog DW-VA1G442T includes 2TB of installed internal storage and supports the VMAX A1 G4 platform's maximum internal storage capacity of 16TB through its single SATA hard drive bay. An additional eSATA interface is available for compatible external storage applications. Integrated hard drive monitoring includes S.M.A.R.T. diagnostics, temperature monitoring, and email notifications to help identify potential storage issues. The recorder features a 100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet connection, USB-based local backup, network video export, and RS-485 connectivity for compatible control equipment. Its compact metal enclosure measures approximately 11.81 inches wide, 9.8 inches deep, and 1.77 inches high and operates from a 12VDC, 2A power supply with a maximum 24W power rating. Designed for indoor operation between 32 F and 113 F (0 C to 45 C), the DW-VA1G442T is manufacturer-designated as NDAA and TAA compliant. Digital Watchdog provides a five-year limited warranty for the storage-equipped model, with two years of parts and labor coverage and five years of hard drive coverage, subject to the manufacturer's current warranty terms.