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DW-ENC4K16

16-Channel 4K Universal HD over Coax® analog to IP signal encoder 
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Features
  • The most cost-effective path to IP
  • Universal HD over Coax® HD-Analog, HD-TVI, HD-CVI and CVBS signal support
  • Connect your analog cameras to DW Spectrum®
  • Convert up to 16 analog signals to 4K IP video streams
  • Local video output for local display
  • Streaming 4K at 8fps, 5MP at 12fps, 4MP at 15fps and up to 2.1MP/1080P at 30fps
  • Simultaneous H.265, H.264 streaming
  • Works with DW Spectrum® IPVMS recording license (requires DW-SPCP16LSC016 or DW-SPCP04LSC004)
  • Motion detection support
  • 8 audio inputs, 1 audio output
  • Two-way audio through DW Spectrum IPVMS
  • OSD and PTZ control via coax (UTC)
  • 1x RS-485 Interface for PTZ control
  • Search and playback from DW Spectrum® IPVMS
  • Frame rate and bandwidth control
  • 16 alarm inputs, 4 alarm outputs
  • Event notifications via email with image
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Easiest transition from analog to IP

DW®’s Compressor™ line of encoders is the simplest way to bring existing analog cameras into an upgraded IP installation, utilizing existing cameras to maximize ROI.

Compressor™ HD encoders

DW®’s encoders series supports the transmission of up to 16 HD analog signals into IP signals up to 4K.

DW Spectrum

DW Spectrum is an endlessly customizable IP Video Management platform that gives users the ability to create tailored network video solutions for any type of project, from the office or on in the field.

Specifications

Hardware
Display screen split 1
16
4
8
Display Speed 4K at 15fps
4MP, 2.1MP/1080p, 720p, 960H, D1 at 30fps
5MP at 20fps
Stream resolution output BNC: CVBS, 960H
True HD: 3840 × 2160, 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 1024
VGA: 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 1024
Supported Signals Analog up to 960H
HD-Analog
HD-CVI
HD-TVI
Video input HD over Coax® technology with HD-Analog, HD-TVI, HD-CVI and CVBS analog signal up to 4K
16CH BNC input
BNC interface (1.0Vp-p; 75Ω)
Video output ports BNC
True HD
VGA
VMS features
Advanced functions Firmware upgrade by UBS
Log file system
System settings via web browser
Digital zoom
Import and export settings
Motion detection
Privacy masks
Alarm in/out 16 alarm inputs
4 alarm outputs
Terminal block
Alarm management Alarm input
Locally and via DW Spectrum®
Motion detection
Sensor activation
System reboot
User login
Video loss
Audio in/out 1 RCA output
8 RCA inputs
linear, 600Ω
Performance Audio codec G.711(U/A)
Performance Notifications PTZ preset activation
Snapshot
Alarm output activation
Buzzer alarm
FTP
Local popup display
Notifications via email
Push text notifications
Performance Remote software DW Spectrum®
Performance Web viewer Google Chrome® browser
Internet Explorer® browser
Mozilla Firefox® browser
Safari® browser
Windows OS
Serial 1x RS485 port for PTZ support
1x USB 2.0
1x USB 3.0
PTZ control via Coax (UTC)
Network
Bitrate mode CBR
VBR
LAN 10/100/1000 Base-Tx Ethernet (RJ045)
Max bitrate 32Kbps - 5Mbps
Network Compression H.264
H.265
Protocol DDNS
DHCP
DNS
FTP
HTTP
HTTPs
NTP
PPPoE
SMTP
SNMP
Static
TCP/IP
uPNP
Security Digest authentication (ID/PW)
HTTPS
Multi-user authority
Streaming Dual-streaming
Transmission speed live 4MP: 15fps
4K at 8fps
5MP at 12fps
Up to 2.1MP/1080p: 30fps
Max throughput 96Mbps
Electrical
Power Consumption Max 30W, 2.5A
Power Requirements 12V DC
4A
General
Accessories (Optional) DW-G419RE (included with DW-ENC4K16)
Licenses (Optional) DW-SPCP04LSC004 - Four (4) DW Spectrum® Analog Encoder Licenses
DW-SPCP16LSC016 - Sixteen (16) DW Spectrum® Analog Encoder Licenses
Operating humidity 10-90% (non-condensing)
Operating temperature 4°F - 122°F (-10°C ~ 50°C)
Recorder Dimensions (H X W X D) 1.77" x 4.96” x 10.55” (45 x 380 × 268mm)
Warranty 2 Year Warranty
Certification CE  FCC  NDAA  

Purchasing Options

DW Spectrum IPVMS Licensing Options

Model Number

Description

DW Spectrum® Analog Encoder IPVMS Licenses
DW-SPCP04LSC004Four (4) DW Spectrum® Analog Encoder IPVMS Licenses
DW-SPCP16LSC016
Sixteen (16) DW Spectrum® Analog Encoder IPVMS Licenses
NOTE: Custom-ordered licenses are available by request.
NOTE: Lifetime upgrades are included with no annual renewal fees.

Videos

DW-ENC4K16 Quick Setup Guide
DW Insider Tech Webinar: HD Analog to IP Encoders

Videos

DW-ENC4K16 Quick Setup Guide
DW Insider Tech Webinar: HD Analog to IP Encoders

Documents

Title Type
Compressor brochure
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DW-ENC4K16 datasheet
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DW-ENC4K16 datasheet - French
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DW-ENC4K16 datasheet - Spanish
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DW-ENC4K16 A&E specifications
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DW-ENC4K16 CAD drawing
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DWC-ENC4K16 quick setup guide
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DW-ENC4K16 user manual
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Software

Title Type Release Notes Version Update Date Compatibility Size
DW-ENC4K16 firmware v1.4.0.77229B250305.D4E.U1 zip v1.4.0.77229B250305.D4E.U1 03/12/2025 34.85 MB Download
DW IP Finder v4.4.23 for Linux OS run v4.4.23 09/10/2024 46.11 MB Download
DW IP Finder v4.4.23 for Windows OS exe v4.4.23 07/01/2024 27.80 MB Download
DW-ENC4K16 Resource File zip 03/06/2024 DW Spectrum v5.1.2 resource file 0.04 MB Download
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