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Dahua P3AE-PV 3MP Wireless PT Camera | 2304x1296 Resolution | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n | 30m Dual-Light Night Vision | Two-Way Talk
Pan-and-tilt outdoor surveillance with siren-and-strobe intrusion deterrence, human recognition, full-colour after-dark recording, and remote phone monitoring for Kenyan homes and shops.
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Dahua P3AE-PV 3MP Wireless PT Camera is now available at Mascom International for KSh 6,200, in stock at our Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street store in Nairobi CBD. This wireless pan-tilt network camera records at 2304 x 1296 resolution through a 3-megapixel sensor and connects over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi or a wired network cable. The Dahua P3AE-PV reaches up to 30 metres of night coverage using paired infrared and warm-light illuminators. At KSh 6,200, it sits among the lower-cost motorised security cameras stocked anywhere in Kenya.
Built for homeowners, landlords, and small-shop operators across Kenya, the Dahua P3AE-PV answers a common worry: a single fixed camera misses half the compound. Its motor pans and tilts to sweep a gate, driveway, shopfront, or M-Pesa till counter from one ceiling or wall point. Retail owners in Nairobi CBD, estate residents in Kasarani and Rongai, and hardware-shop keepers in Gikomba use it to watch entrances after closing. Two-way talk lets you speak to a delivery rider or warn off a loiterer straight from your phone, day or night.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya who sell cameras without setup guidance, Mascom International stocks the Dahua P3AE-PV with hands-on pairing help at our Nairobi CBD counter. Users consistently report the camera holds a stable connection on Safaricom Home Fibre and Faiba routers. The Dahua P3AE-PV ships countrywide with pay-on-arrival delivery, so you inspect the unit and pay only once it reaches you. Walk into our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to see the pan-tilt motion and night image before you buy.
Common Questions About the Dahua P3AE-PV Wireless PT Camera
How clear is the Dahua P3AE-PV footage in Kenya's conditions?
The Dahua P3AE-PVrecords at 2304 x 1296 pixels through its 3-megapixel sensor, sharp enough to read a face at a gate or a number plate in a short driveway. Daytime images stay crisp in bright Nairobi sun, while the F2.0 lens pulls in light during dawn and dusk. The 4mm lens covers roughly an 87-degree view, wide enough for a shopfront or compound entrance. Footage compresses with H.265+, which shrinks file sizes so a single microSD card or your home internet handles continuous recording without choking bandwidth.
Does the Dahua P3AE-PV work at night without a separate light?
Yes. The Dahua P3AE-PV uses two illuminators reaching up to 30 metres: infrared for black-and-white night view and a warm white light for full-colour recording after dark. When motion triggers an event, the warm light switches on so faces and clothing colours show clearly, which matters when you review who entered a compound at 2 AM. The camera decides between modes on its own. This dual-light setup helps Kenyan users identify intruders rather than seeing only grey shapes, a frequent complaint with cheaper infrared-only cameras.
What is the Active Defense alarm and how does it deter intruders?
The Dahua P3AE-PV belongs to Dahua's Active Defense range, meaning it does more than watch. When it detects a person crossing a set zone, it triggers a flashing strobe and a loud siren on the spot while pushing an alert to your phone. You can load one default siren plus up to ten custom sound clips, set volume from 0 to 100 percent, and choose how many times each plays. For a Nairobi shop or rural homestead, that on-site noise and light often scares off a thief before anything is taken.
How does the Dahua P3AE-PV connect, and does it need a cable?
The Dahua P3AE-PV connects two ways: over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi using 802.11 b/g/n, or through a wired RJ-45 network port for the steadiest link. Wi-Fi suits flats, small offices, and shops where running cable is awkward, while the cable option helps in concrete buildings where signal struggles. It pairs to the free DMSS app on iOS and Android by scanning a QR code, then streams live video and playback to your phone anywhere with internet. The camera also works with Dahua PSS desktop software and Dahua NVR recorders for multi-camera setups.
Where can I store the Dahua P3AE-PV recordings?
The Dahua P3AE-PV records to a microSD card of up to 256GB, which you buy separately and slot into the camera body. A 256GB card holds several days of motion-triggered clips before overwriting the oldest footage. You can also push recordings to an FTP server or pull the camera into a Dahua NVR for longer central storage across many cameras. For a single-camera home or shop, a microSD card alone covers most needs, keeping footage on-site without any monthly cloud subscription fee.
Who should buy the Dahua P3AE-PV in Kenya?
The Dahua P3AE-PV suits homeowners watching a gate or compound, landlords covering rental entrances, and small-business owners guarding shopfronts, salons, kiosks, and M-Pesa counters. Its pan-tilt motor makes it a strong pick where one fixed camera leaves blind spots. Estate residents in Syokimau, Ruaka, and Kitengela, plus CBD shop operators, use it for affordable round-the-clock cover. It is an indoor-and-sheltered-outdoor camera, so mount it under an eave or veranda rather than fully exposed to heavy rain for the longest service life.
Is the Dahua P3AE-PV worth KSh 6,200 in Kenya's market?
At KSh 6,200, the Dahua P3AE-PV gives you a motorised pan-tilt camera, full-colour night recording, a built-in siren, and two-way talk, features that fixed cameras at similar prices skip. Many sub-KSh-7,000 cameras stay locked on one angle with infrared-only night view. The pan-tilt motor alone replaces two fixed cameras for covering a wide entrance. At Mascom International, we're seeing steady demand from first-time buyers setting up home security on a tight budget who want coverage and deterrence in one unit rather than a bare recording camera.
How does the Dahua P3AE-PV avoid false alarms?
The Dahua P3AE-PV uses SMD 3.0 motion detection with human-shape recognition, so it separates a person from a passing cat, swaying tree, or car headlight. This cuts the flood of useless phone alerts that make owners switch notifications off entirely. You draw the detection zone in the DMSS app, pointing it at a gate or doorway and ignoring a busy roadside. For Kenyan homes near matatu routes or dusty roads, human detection means the siren and phone alert fire for real intrusions, not every gust of wind.
Technical Specifications
Imaging Hardware and Resolution
- 3-megapixel sensor records up to 2304 x 1296 pixels, sharp enough to identify faces at a gate or entrance
- 4mm fixed lens covers an 87-degree field of view, suiting a shopfront, driveway, or compound gate
- F2.0 aperture pulls in more light for usable images during Kenya's dawn and dusk hours
- H.265+ compression shrinks recordings so home internet and microSD cards handle continuous footage without lag
- Multiple stream settings let you balance image detail against bandwidth on slower upcountry connections
- Wide dynamic range handling reduces glare when a bright sky sits behind a darker gate or doorway
Night Vision and Dual Illumination
- Infrared illuminator reaches up to 30 metres for black-and-white viewing in total darkness across a compound
- Warm white light switches on during events to record full-colour video showing clothing and vehicle colours
- Dual-light design lets you identify intruders by colour rather than seeing only grey night shapes
- Light activation ties to motion, so the warm light stays off until a person enters the zone
- Colour night footage helps Kenyan users give police clearer descriptions after a break-in attempt
- Reduced light spill keeps the warm beam from disturbing neighbours during the night hours
Pan-Tilt Coverage and Active Defense Alarms
- Motorised head pans horizontally and tilts vertically to sweep a wide area from one mount
- Near-360-degree horizontal coverage removes the blind spots that trap single fixed-angle cameras
- On-board siren plus flashing strobe trigger on the spot to scare off intruders before theft
- One default plus ten custom audio alerts load in, with volume from 0 to 100 percent
- Each alarm sound plays a chosen number of times, from one up to ten repeats per trigger
- Phone alert fires alongside the local alarm so you know the moment motion is detected
Wireless Connectivity and Storage
- Connects over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi using 802.11 b/g/n for cable-free mounting in flats and shops
- Wired RJ-45 network port offers the steadiest link inside thick-walled concrete Nairobi buildings
- Pairs to the free DMSS app on iOS and Android by scanning a QR code
- microSD card slot accepts up to 256GB for several days of on-site motion recording
- FTP upload and Dahua NVR support add central storage for homes and multi-camera shops
- Two-way talk uses a built-in microphone and speaker to speak to visitors through your phone
Build, Weather Resistance, and Power
- Compact housing mounts on a wall or ceiling at a gate, shopfront, or veranda
- Weather-resistant outdoor body suits sheltered mounting under eaves rather than full rain exposure
- Rated for operation from -30°C to +55°C, covering Kenya's hottest coastal and driest northern conditions
- Powered by an included DC adapter, keeping running costs to a small monthly electricity charge
- Motorised mount holds position firmly between movements for steady framing on a fixed scene
- Reset and microSD access sit on the camera body for quick setup and card swaps
Package Contents
Every Dahua P3AE-PV from Mascom International ships in its sealed retail box containing the camera unit, a power adapter, a mounting screw and anchor pack, a waterproof cable connector, and the quick start guide. A microSD card is not included and is sold separately at our store. Ask our team to recommend a 128GB or 256GB card sized to your recording needs when you collect or order your camera.
Warranty
The Dahua P3AE-PV carries a 12-month Mascom International warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles any claim directly, with no need to ship the unit abroad.
Where to Buy the Dahua P3AE-PV in Kenya
Dahua P3AE-PV 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 watch the pan-tilt motion and night image before you buy.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Dahua P3AE-PV across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery you only pay when the camera reaches you. Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret receive next-business-day delivery. Outlying counties including Turkana, Marsabit, Wajir, and Tana River receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles after-sales support directly. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for honest specifications, current pricing, and reliable warranty backing on every security camera we stock.
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