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Dahua H5A 5MP Indoor Wi-Fi Pan & Tilt Camera | 360° Coverage | AI Human & Pet Detection | Two-Way Audio | H.265
Auto-tracking home security that follows movement across a room, saves footage to microSD, and pings your phone the second anything stirs.
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The Dahua H5A 5MP Indoor Wi-Fi Pan & Tilt Network Camera is now available at Mascom International for KSh 5,000. This indoor security camera pairs a 5MP sensor (2880x1620) with 0° to 355° horizontal pan and -5° to 80° vertical tilt, giving you full 360° room coverage from a single unit. It connects over dual-band Wi-Fi or wired Ethernet, records to a microSD card up to 256GB, and runs through the free DMSS phone app. Buy the Dahua H5A at our Nairobi CBD store, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street.
The Dahua H5A suits homeowners watching over children and house help, small shop owners in Nairobi CBD guarding stock and tills, and landlords monitoring rental entrances. Salon operators, pharmacy counters, cyber cafe managers, and Airbnb hosts across Westlands, Kilimani, and Ngara use it to keep eyes on busy spaces. The common problem is simple: you cannot stand in the room all day. The Dahua H5A solves that by panning to follow people automatically, recording every visit, and sending a phone alert the moment it spots a person or pet near your space.
Unlike traditional electronics retailers in Kenya that sell cameras with no setup guidance, Mascom International stocks the Dahua H5A with full DMSS app support and pairing help. The camera detects human shapes and pets separately, so a cat crossing the floor does not trigger the same alert as a stranger walking in. Buyers across Kenya report fewer false alarms compared to motion-only cameras. Visit our Nairobi CBD shop to see the live view and pan controls before you pay, or order for pay-on-arrival delivery to your county.
Common Questions About the Dahua H5A indoor security camera
What can the Dahua H5A actually see and cover in one room?
The Dahua H5A covers a full 360° horizontal sweep through motorised pan and tilt, so one unit watches an entire room with no blind corners. The 5MP sensor captures 2880x1620 footage, sharp enough to read faces and number plates near the lens. Pan moves 0° to 355° and tilt moves -5° to 80°, letting you check the floor and high shelves. You control the direction by swiping in the DMSS app, or let auto-tracking follow whoever walks in. This single camera replaces two or three fixed units.
Does the Dahua H5A record at night and in a dark shop?
Yes. The Dahua H5A switches to infrared night vision automatically when the room darkens, producing clear black-and-white footage up to roughly 10 metres away. This covers a typical Nairobi living room, shop floor, or garage after lights go off. The infrared LEDs stay invisible to the eye, so an intruder will not notice the camera tracking them in the dark. When some ambient light is present, the sensor holds detail well. For 24-hour shops and overnight stock rooms, the night mode keeps a usable record through the entire dark period.
How does the Dahua H5A alert me when someone enters?
The Dahua H5A uses on-device human detection and pet detection to send a push notification straight to your phone through the DMSS app. It tells human movement apart from a pet or a swaying curtain, which cuts down the false alerts that flood basic motion cameras. When it spots a person, the camera can auto-track them across the room while recording. You receive the alert on Safaricom, Airtel, or Telkom mobile data or home Wi-Fi within seconds. An abnormal sound alarm can also flag loud noises like breaking glass.
Can I talk through the Dahua H5A and hear what is happening?
Yes. The Dahua H5A has a built-in microphone and speaker for two-way audio, so you can listen to a room and speak back through the DMSS app. Parents use this to talk to children or house help from work, while shop owners warn off loiterers remotely. The audio runs both ways at the same time, like a phone call. You could be in a meeting in Upper Hill and still tell a delivery person at your gate where to leave a parcel. Sound quality stays clear for normal indoor distances.
Where does the Dahua H5A store its footage?
The Dahua H5A records to a microSD card of up to 256GB, slotted into the camera body, so you do not need a separate recorder or monthly cloud fee for local storage. A 128GB card holds several days of continuous footage, or weeks if you record only on detected events. You can also save clips to Dahua cloud if you prefer off-site backup. Footage plays back inside the DMSS app, where you scrub the timeline to find a specific moment. For most homes and small shops, a microSD card alone covers daily needs.
How do I connect the Dahua H5A to my home or shop network?
The Dahua H5A connects through Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n/ax) or a wired Ethernet port, giving you a stable link whichever your space allows. Wi-Fi setup takes a few minutes using Bluetooth pairing in the DMSS app, so you scan a code and connect with no cables. In a shop with a router nearby, the Ethernet port gives the steadiest feed for round-the-clock recording. The camera works on Safaricom Home Fibre, Faiba, Zuku, and any standard Kenyan router. One power point and a network are all it needs.
Is the Dahua H5A worth KSh 5,000 in Kenya's market?
At KSh 5,000, the Dahua H5A sits well below most pan-and-tilt cameras with human detection and 5MP capture, which often cost double in Kenyan shops. You get auto-tracking, two-way audio, night vision, and 256GB local storage in one unit, with no recorder to buy. For a homeowner or small shop, that is full room monitoring for the price of a budget phone. Mascom International backs it with a 12-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay once the camera reaches you and works.
What do I need to set up the Dahua H5A myself?
You need a power socket, a Wi-Fi network or Ethernet cable, a microSD card up to 256GB, and the free DMSS app on an iOS or Android phone. Mount it on a wall or shelf using the included bracket and screws, plug in the supplied adapter, and pair through Bluetooth in the app. The whole process takes about ten minutes with no technician. Mascom International staff walk you through pairing at our Nairobi CBD store, and our team answers setup questions by phone after purchase.
Technical Specifications
Sensor and Image Quality
- 5MP sensor captures 2880x1620 footage, sharp enough to identify faces and read plates near the lens
- Progressive scan CMOS keeps moving subjects clear without the smearing seen on cheaper cameras
- Day mode renders natural colour for shops and living rooms during normal lighting hours
- Infrared night mode auto-switches in darkness, recording clear black-and-white video up to roughly 10 metres
- Digital zoom lets you enlarge a recorded clip to inspect a face or object after an event
- Fixed-focal lens needs no manual focusing, so the picture stays correct from first setup onward
Pan, Tilt and Room Coverage
- Motorised pan sweeps 0° to 355° horizontally, watching a full room circle from one mounting point
- Tilt range of -5° to 80° lets the camera check both floor level and high shelves
- Auto-tracking follows a detected person across the room, keeping them centred while recording
- Preset patrol cycles between saved positions, so the camera checks several spots on a schedule
- Manual control through the DMSS app moves the lens instantly by swiping on your phone screen
- One pan-and-tilt unit replaces two or three fixed cameras, cutting the cost of covering a room
Video, Audio and Motion Alerts
- H.265 compression shrinks file sizes, so a microSD card holds far more footage than older H.264 cameras
- Human detection sends a phone alert only when a person appears, reducing false alarms from pets or curtains
- Pet detection flags animal movement separately, useful for watching dogs and cats while you are out
- Built-in microphone and speaker handle two-way audio, letting you listen and talk through the app
- Abnormal sound alarm can trigger on loud noises such as breaking glass or shouting
- One-click privacy mode rotates the lens away, giving household members control over when recording pauses
Connectivity and Storage
- Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ax connects to home routers, Safaricom Home Fibre, Faiba, Zuku, and standard networks
- Wired Ethernet port offers the steadiest feed for shops needing round-the-clock recording without drops
- Bluetooth pairing through the DMSS app sets up Wi-Fi in minutes by scanning a code
- MicroSD slot accepts cards up to 256GB for local recording with no monthly cloud fee required
- DMSS app on iOS and Android gives live view, playback, and alerts from anywhere with internet
- ONVIF support lets the camera link into compatible recorders and third-party security systems
Build and Operation
- Compact indoor body sits on a shelf or mounts on a wall using the included bracket
- Operating range of -10°C to +45°C covers every Kenyan indoor climate from Nairobi to Mombasa
- Low power draw of around 5 to 6 watts keeps running costs minimal on a 24-hour camera
- DC 5V power input runs from the supplied adapter into any standard wall socket
- Status LED and reset button on the body make pairing and troubleshooting straightforward
- Indoor design fits homes, shops, offices, salons, and reception areas rather than outdoor walls
What's in the Box
The Dahua H5A retail box includes the camera unit, a DC 5V power adapter, a mounting bracket with screw kit and positioning template, a quick start guide, and warranty documentation. A microSD card is not included and is available separately at Mascom International. We recommend a 128GB or 256GB card for several days of continuous recording.
Warranty
The Dahua H5A carries a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal indoor use. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles any warranty claims directly, and our team assists with DMSS app pairing and setup questions after your purchase.
Where to Buy the Dahua H5A in Kenya
The Dahua H5A 5MP Indoor Wi-Fi Pan & Tilt Camera is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to test the Dahua H5A live view and pan controls in person before purchase. Available in white.
Order through any of the following:
• Phone: +254 708 852 521
• Email: info@mascomintl.com
• Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Dahua H5A across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery you only pay when the camera reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, while Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret receive the Dahua H5A within one business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2 to 3 business days.
Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles after-sales support directly. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for honest specifications, accurate pricing, and reliable warranty backing on every security camera we stock.
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