i-PRO WV-U35301-F2L 2MP Outdoor Dome IP Camera

i-PRO WV-U35301-F2L 2MP Outdoor Dome IP Camera

The i-PRO WV-U35301-F2L is a fixed-lens compact dome engineered for outdoor surveillance where weatherproofing, impact resistance, and low-light capture matter more than pan-tilt flexibility. This 2MP unit delivers broad scene coverage from a small footprint — a practical choice for building entries, perimeters, and warehouse exterior monitoring where you need 24/7 visibility without the complexity of PTZ motors or the cost of higher megapixel counts.

Key Features

• 2MP (1920×1080) resolution at 30/25 fps with 123° horizontal FOV: The wide fixed lens captures broad scenes — useful for entry doors or fence lines where you need context without pan-tilt. The 16:9 framing keeps bandwidth modest compared to box cameras, important when storage or streaming bandwidth is constrained across multiple sites.
• Super Dynamic Range up to 120 dB with 32 configurable levels: Backlit scenes (sun behind a person entering a doorway) and high-contrast areas (bright canopy above dark loading dock) stay balanced in a single image. You recover detail in both shadows and highlights simultaneously, reducing the need for separate day/night camera pairs or exposure-tuning labor.
• Integrated IR LED array with adjustable power (High/Middle/Low) and 14m irradiation distance: Color minimum illumination is 0.08 lx (30IRE); B/W drops to 0.05 lx. That means the camera switches to infrared reliably in near-total darkness — critical for 24/7 unattended exterior sites. The adjustable IR power prevents washout if the camera points at a nearby reflective surface, and extends range only when needed, saving power budget.
• IK10 vandal resistance with aluminum die-cast body: Rated to withstand 20 joules of impact energy without lens or housing damage. For sites with past break-in attempts or public-facing areas, this rating means the camera survives contact with hammers or thrown objects — you're not replacing the unit after one incident.
• IP66 weatherproofing, –30 °C to +50 °C operating range, 40 m/s wind resistance: Sealed against dust and direct rain — no water ingress from spray or hose runoff. The wide temperature span handles frozen climates and sun-baked rooftops without thermal shutdown. Wind resistance to 40 m/s (89 mph / 144 km/h) means the dome and mount assembly won't sway or vibrate loose in severe weather.
• Class 2 PoE at 8.6W maximum consumption: Standard 802.3af PoE is sufficient — no high-power injectors or separate 12V supplies. A single Cat6 run carries both video and power, simplifying conduit runs and reducing installation labor on outdoor walls or poles.
• H.265 and H.264 codec support with MJPEG fallback: H.265 cuts recorded file size roughly 40–50% versus H.264 at equivalent quality, meaningful when MicroSD cards are your local edge-storage backup or when streaming multiple cameras over a site's internet uplink. MJPEG is available if a downstream VMS lacks H.265 decoding.
• ONVIF Profiles G, S, and T compliance: Integrates with any third-party VMS that speaks ONVIF — Milestone, Genetec, March Networks, Hanwha SmartVMS, or others. No vendor lock-in to a proprietary recording platform.
• Video Motion Detection with 4 configurable zones, Scene Change Detection, and up to 8 Privacy Zones: Motion alerts trigger alarms (email, HTTP callback, MicroSD recording) without server round-trips. Privacy masking is hardware-enforced, not just software blurring — useful in mixed-tenant or public-facing deployments where regulatory compliance or tenant privacy requires masking of certain areas.
• MicroSD card slot, up to 512 GB capacity: On-device recording acts as local failsafe if the network link fails. Flush 512 GB cards into the dome during install, and the camera records autonomously for days. Retrieve video locally without querying a remote NVR if there's a dispute or incident.
• Multi-user access: up to 14 simultaneous browser or mobile connections: Team members, integrators, or remote monitoring services can pull live or playback streams simultaneously via web browsers (Edge, Firefox, Chrome) and iOS/Android mobile apps. No special VMS license or concurrent-user fees — built into the camera.

Integration and Compatibility

The WV-U35301-F2L supports TCP/IP, UDP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, SSL/TLS, RTSP, RTP, SMTP, DNS, NTP, SNMPv1/v2/v3, MQTT, IEEE 802.1X, and LLDP. Audio is bidirectional (G.726, G.711, AAC-LC codecs), so you can integrate intercom-style talk-back or on-site announcements if your VMS or control system supports audio encoding. Alarm output is flexible: MicroSD recording, email notification, HTTP/TCP callbacks, and in-browser indication ensure alerts reach your monitoring station regardless of VMS platform.

Typical Deployment Scenarios

Building entrances and exits, perimeter fence lines, outdoor parking lots, loading docks and service areas, retail canopies, and industrial or warehouse exterior zones all benefit from the compact dome form factor and fixed 123° lens. DORI performance (Detect 22.2m, Observe 8.9m, Recognize 4.4m, Identify 2.2m) is modest — faces and license plates require closer proximity than a 4MP or 5MP unit would — but for general motion detection and scene context across entry points, the 2MP frame is sufficient and keeps storage, bandwidth, and compute load lean.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the WV-U35301-F2L suitable for 24/7 recording in below-freezing climates?

A: Yes. The operating range extends to –30 °C, and the IR LED array is active in low-light conditions, so the camera captures usable B/W video in darkness and cold. Condensation inside the dome can form if you mount it in a location with extreme temperature swings; ensure adequate ventilation around the camera and use a waterproof cable gland at the PoE connector.

Q: What is the maximum field of view, and can I adjust the lens?

A: The 2.4mm fixed focal length delivers 123° horizontal FOV in 16:9 mode. The lens is not interchangeable or motorized — this is a fixed-installation dome. If you need zoom or variable focus, consider a varifocal or PTZ model in the i-PRO family instead.

Q: How far does the IR illuminate at night?

A: The integrated IR LED array reaches 14m at 30IRE in B/W mode with the power setting on High. At 50% of that distance (7m), expect brighter and clearer B/W footage. Beyond 14m, infrared illumination drops, and the image darkens.

Q: Will the WV-U35301-F2L work with my existing VMS without a custom driver?

A: If your VMS supports ONVIF Profile S, G, or T, the camera will integrate via standard protocol without proprietary drivers. Test connectivity in a lab first, especially if your VMS is older or uses a niche platform.

Q: What is the IK10 vandal rating, and does it protect against all physical damage?

A: IK10 means the camera housing withstands up to 20 joules of impact energy — equivalent to a 5 kg weight dropped from 40 cm height or a hammer strike. It does not guarantee protection against point-load impact (e.g., a nail or sharp tool), high-velocity gunfire, or extended temperature extremes beyond the stated operating range.

Q: Can I use the WV-U35301-F2L underwater or in a misting system?

A: No. IP66 protects against rain and dust, but not submersion. Avoid direct spray from high-pressure washers, steam cleaning, or underwater mounting. For pools or misting applications, specify an IP67 or higher rated camera.

James Everett

Perspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.

The WV-U35301-F2L is a workhorse fixed-dome for sites where ruggedness and simplicity outweigh megapixel hunger. I recommend it specifically for outdoor perimeters, entry canopies, and warehouse exterior zones where the 123° FOV is sufficient context and the 2MP resolution keeps your NVR or cloud storage footprint realistic across a dozen or more cameras. The IK10 rating and aluminum body are not marketing embellishments — they're real differentiators on properties with past vandalism or public-facing exposure.

Technical Highlights:

• 120 dB Super Dynamic Range with 32 levels: Backlit door entries and high-contrast loading docks that would crush a standard WDR camera stay balanced. You're not tuning exposure curves or running separate day/night pairs — one image, one recording, full detail.
• 14m IR range, 0.05 lx B/W sensitivity: Near-total darkness is workable. The adjustable IR power (High/Middle/Low) prevents washout and keeps power draw under 9W, so your PoE switch never strains, even if you deploy 32 units on a single 95W midspan injector.
• 8.6W PoE consumption and H.265 codec support: Standard 802.3af is enough, and H.265 cuts MicroSD storage requirements nearly in half — two practical wins for edge or small-NVR deployments without expensive 48-port PoE+ switches.

Deployment Considerations:

• Fixed lens, no zoom: DORI metrics (Identify at 2.2m) mean faces and plates require close proximity. This is a motion-detection and context camera, not a facial-recognition or LPR unit. If you need higher resolution or zoom, step up to a 4MP varifocal or PTZ in the same family.
• IP66, not IP67: Rain and dust spray are fine; submersion and high-pressure spray are not. Mounting height and cable routing must account for water pooling or gutter overflow. Test field-of-view angles during install — the fixed 123° lens can oversee a loading dock or perimeter fence but may miss adjacent areas if your site layout is awkward.
• Pan/Tilt installation angles: The dome allows Pan ±45°, Tilt 0–90°, and Yaw ±90° through mounting brackets — that means some aiming flexibility despite the fixed lens. Use it to angle the dome toward high-traffic areas during the survey phase.

Choose the WV-U35301-F2L when you're balancing cost, durability, and 24/7 outdoor visibility across a 3–5 year payback. Typical scenario: a mid-size warehouse with four or five exterior entry points, each needing motion-triggered recording and IR capability. Total bandwidth under 10 Mbps aggregate, microSD local backup, ONVIF integration with a 4-camera NVR. This camera hits that sweet spot between toy cameras and overkill enterprise systems.