Dahua Full-color Cube: Buying Guide & FAQ

Not sure which Dahua Full-color camera is right for your property? This guide breaks down the Full-color Cube lineup — what each camera does, where it works best, and how to choose the right one for your site.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dahua Full-color technology?

Full-color is Dahua's proprietary technology that enables cameras to capture vivid, true-colour images in low-light and near-dark environments — without relying solely on infrared. Using wide-aperture lenses and large CMOS sensors, Full-color cameras produce footage where you can clearly see faces, clothing colours, vehicle colours, and licence plates even at night.

What is Smart Dual Light?

Smart Dual Light is an intelligent illumination system that combines warm LED (colour) and infrared (IR) lighting. Rather than keeping warm LEDs on all night, Smart Dual Light only activates colour illumination when a person or vehicle is detected in the scene. Once the target leaves, it switches back to infrared. This means you get full-colour evidence when it matters, while minimising light pollution and neighbourhood disturbance.

What is TiOC?

TiOC stands for Three-in-One Camera. It integrates three technologies into a single unit:

• Smart Dual Light — captures colour footage during events
• Active Deterrence — red and blue flashing lights + audio alarm to warn off intruders in real time
• AI (SMD 4.0 + Perimeter Protection) — accurately detects human and vehicle targets, filtering out false alarms from animals and environmental movement

TiOC provides full-time protection before, during, and after an incident.

What is the difference between Full-color Duo and Full-color PT?

Both are designed for large areas with wide-angle colour coverage, but they work differently:

• Full-color Duo — uses two sensors and a pixel-level fusion algorithm to produce a seamless 180° panoramic image. Fixed position, no moving parts. Best for static wide-angle coverage of open areas.
• Full-color PT — uses pan and tilt motors to rotate horizontally (up to 360°) and vertically, reducing blind spots. Can be remotely controlled via mobile app. Best for flexible coverage of medium-to-large areas.

Which camera is right for my application?

Do Full-color cameras work in complete darkness?

Yes. Full-color cameras use built-in warm LED illuminators to light the scene when ambient light is insufficient. The Smart Dual Light models activate this illumination intelligently — only when a target is detected — while standard Full-color models keep the warm LED active continuously at night.

Are these cameras suitable for Australian outdoor conditions?

Yes. All cameras in the Dahua Full-color Cube range carry IP67 weatherproof ratings, making them suitable for outdoor installation in Australian conditions including rain, humidity, and dust. Select models also carry IK10 vandal-resistant ratings.

Do these cameras support PoE?

Yes. All Full-color Cube cameras support Power over Ethernet (PoE), simplifying installation by delivering both power and data over a single cable. They also support 12VDC power supply as an alternative.

Can I view footage remotely?

Yes. All cameras support remote viewing and management via the Dahua mobile app (DMSS). TiOC models also send real-time alarm push notifications to your phone when a target is detected.

Are these cameras compatible with Dahua NVRs?

Yes. All cameras in this range are fully compatible with Dahua NVR systems. They support H.265+ compression for efficient storage and bandwidth usage.

Still Not Sure?

Browse the full Dahua Full-color Cube range or contact our team for a free site assessment and product recommendation.