Digital Watchdog - DW-COVA168T - 16 Channel PoE Cloud-Optimized Video Archiving Network Video Recorder, 8TB
• Set up a camera configuration via the DW Mobile Plus App. Skip the local monitor!
• Record and manage single-sensor IP cameras at real-time 30fps up to 8K, with 192Mbps maximum throughput
• 16GB myDW cloud storage for Clip Share included
• Includes a 12-month subscription to myDW services
• Local power for up to 16 IP cameras via a resident PoE switch makes the installation seamless and efficient.
• Remote user and event management via myDW Cloud Video Services
• Upload events to myDW via Clip Share to address critical events quickly and efficiently.
• Up to 32TB local storage
• Compatible with ONVIF cameras
• Live, playback, and video archiving via the web client
• Static and dynamic live camera views
• Event notifications and system health reports via myDW
• IdentiSee enables the search for individuals and vehicles that AI cameras have detected.
• Audio communications from supported IP cameras
• Local alarm sensor input and relay output for access control integration
• NDAA-compliant for federal and government projects
• 19” rack mount ears included
• Full 5-year warranty
| Hardware | |
| Display Modes | 1 4 9 16 |
| Display Speed | Up to 30fps per channel |
| Local Video Output Resolution | 1024x768 1280x1024 1920x1080 (1080p) 3840×2160 (4K) |
| Local Video Outputs | 1x True HD output 1x VGA output 1 display output at a time For initial configuration and server management |
| Max Supported Recording Resolution | Up to 16MP |
| PoE Type | 100Mbps, 802.3at |
| Video Compression | H.264 H.265 |
| OS on SSD | N/A |
| Input channels | 16 Channels 16 PoE channels |
| myDW MONITORING SOFTWARE | |
| Features | Cloud-Base VMS CVV (Camera View Verification) Events and system health notifications Firmware updates Remote PTZ control Remote system reboot System management User management Video share and cloud upload |
| Monitoring | Live monitoring Remote file backup Remove playback |
| REMOTE WEB CLIENT | |
| Additional Features | Firmware updates Remote PTZ control Remote system reboot System management |
| Monitoring | Live monitoring Remote file backup Remove playback |
| Playback | 30fps per channel Up to 16-channels |
| Search Options | Calendar (date and time) Event search IdentiSee™ Timeline |
| Storage | |
| Raw internal storage options | 002TB 004TB 006TB 008TB 010TB 012TB 016TB 020TB 032TB |
| RAID Options | No RAID |
| Max HDD Bay | 2 x SATA HDD |
| Maximum Storage | 4TB (DW-COVA164T) 6TB (DW-COVA166T) 8TB (DW-COVA168T) 12TB (DW-COVA1612T) 16TB (DW-COVA1616T) 20TB (DW-COVA1620T) 32TB (DW-COVA1632T) |
| VMS features | |
| Alarm in/out | 4 alarm outputs |
| Audio in/out | 8 inputs |
| Performance features | PoE built-in |
| Playback speed | x1 x2 x4 x8 x16 x32 x64 x99 |
| PTZ control | ONVIF |
| Recording Modes | Continuous Event Scheduled |
| Recording Resolution and Recording Rate | Up to 4928 x 3264 (16MP): total 480fps |
| System Operation | Graphical user interface (GUI) Remote via myDW Remote via web client USB mouse (included) |
| Network | |
| Backup | Over the network video share via myDW cloud-base VMS |
| Ethernet Ports | 1x 1G Ethernet (RJ45) |
| Firmware Upgrade | CMS over network USB |
| IP | IPv4 IPv6 |
| Max stream connections | Live: up to 64CH Playback: up to 16CH |
| Network Web Viewer | Google Chrome® browser Microsoft Edge® browser Mozilla Firefox® browser |
| Protocol | 802.1x DHCP DNS HTTP NTP ONVIF RTCP RTP SMTP Static fixed IP TCP/IP UDP WebSocket |
| Remote Client | DW Mobile Plus myDW |
| Electrical | |
| Power Consumption | A UPS is recommended ≤ 20W ( without HDD and PoE power supply ) |
| Power Requirements | 3.75A 48V DC, 2.5A |
| Total PoE Power Budget | ≤ 150W |
| General | |
| Accessories | Mouse |
| Audio codec | G.711(U/A) |
| Operating Temperature and Humidity | 10~90% RH 14 ~ 122°F (-10 ~ 50°C) |
| Recorder Dimensions (H X W X D) | 1.77" x 14.96" x 10.55" (45 x 380 × 268mm) |
| USB interface | Yes |
| Warranty | 5 Year Warranty |
| Certification | NDAA ONVIF Conformant |
| Form Factor | Embedded |
The Digital Watchdog COVA is a versatile and secure gateway appliance designed to provide users with an efficient recording solution as part of their myDW subscription, offering seamless cloud-managed services. Boasting robust features such as real-time 30 fps recording at up to 8K resolution, extensive local storage and comprehensive management options via mobile and web applications, the COVA ensures optimal monitoring and health management while safeguarding valuable video data. Enjoy peace of mind with the COVA's comprehensive 5-year warranty, making it a reliable choice for all your surveillance needs.
