Hikvision DS-PM2-S(AU) 3G/4G Communication Module(AU)

Model: DS-PM2-S(AU)

Who This Is For

For installers and system integrators who need a dependable cellular backup path for Hikvision AX PRO alarm panels, the DS-PM2-S(AU) 3G/4G Communication Module adds a dedicated wireless communication channel to panel installations where fixed broadband cannot be guaranteed. This applies directly to remote rural properties, construction sites with no fixed line, commercial tenancies where the landlord controls the network infrastructure, and any site where business continuity requires the alarm system to keep reporting even during an internet or landline outage. The DS-PM2-S(AU) fits inside the AX PRO panel housing, draws power from the panel, accepts a single SIM card, and supports Australian LTE-FDD bands including B28 - the 700 MHz band used widely by Australian carriers for regional coverage. It is a purpose-built module, not a generic cellular dongle, and is managed through the same Hik-Connect platform used to manage the panel itself.

What This Module Actually Does

Who Buys This Module

• Security installers completing AX PRO deployments: Adding the DS-PM2-S(AU) to a panel spec as standard practice for any site where a monitoring station connection must survive a broadband failure or deliberate cable cut.
• Rural and remote property owners: Sites with no reliable fixed internet connection rely on the module's B28 LTE support to maintain panel-to-platform communication over Australia's 700 MHz rural carrier coverage.
• Commercial tenants in managed buildings: Where the building owner controls the ethernet infrastructure, a cellular backup path ensures the tenant's alarm system operates independently of building network decisions or outages.
• Construction and temporary site managers: Temporary installations where running fixed cabling to a communications room is not practical use this module to get a working AX PRO panel online with just a SIM card and DC power from the panel.

Honest Assessment

The DS-PM2-S(AU) does one thing well: it adds a properly integrated, frequency-correct cellular communication path to the Hikvision AX PRO panel without requiring external hardware or additional power. The inclusion of LTE B28 is a genuine practical advantage for Australian rural installs compared to modules that omit this band. Panel integration through Hik-Connect means there is no secondary app or separate cellular dashboard for the installer or end user to manage. It is a straightforward, purpose-specific accessory available through Security Australia for AX PRO panel deployments.

What it will not do: it is not compatible with Hikvision panel models outside the AX PRO range, and it does not provide ethernet or Wi-Fi connectivity - it is cellular only. The module accepts 1 SIM card; dual-SIM or multi-carrier failover is not supported. Ongoing cellular data costs depend entirely on the SIM plan selected - the module itself does not include any data service.

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You are installing a Hikvision AX PRO panel at a site where continuous alarm reporting is required even if the fixed internet connection is severed - the automatic network switching means the panel moves to cellular without manual configuration.
• Good match if: The install is in a regional or rural location where LTE B28 700 MHz coverage is the most reliable available network band - the DS-PM2-S(AU) supports this band natively for the Australian market.
• You may need a different model if: The alarm panel at the site is not from the Hikvision AX PRO range - this module is designed specifically for AX PRO panel integration and will not function as a standalone cellular communicator for other panel brands or models. Check the full range of compatible communication accessories on securityaustralia.com.au.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: The install is a Hikvision AX PRO panel and cellular backup or primary communication is required - the DS-PM2-S(AU) integrates directly into the panel housing, draws panel power, and manages through Hik-Connect without any separate hardware.
• You may need a different model if: The alarm panel is not a Hikvision AX PRO - this module is purpose-built for that platform only. For other panel brands or for IP camera systems needing cellular connectivity, a different category of cellular communicator or 4G router would be more appropriate.
• Pairs well with: Hikvision AX PRO wireless alarm panels, AX PRO expansion modules (zone expanders, relay output modules), and PIR detector accessories within the AX PRO ecosystem.

Common Questions

1. Will this module work with any Hikvision alarm panel, or only specific models?

   No - the DS-PM2-S(AU) is designed specifically for the Hikvision AX PRO panel range. It is not a universal cellular communicator. It plugs into the AX PRO's dedicated expansion slot and draws power from the panel's DC 12 V supply, so compatibility is tied to that specific panel family. Before purchasing, confirm the AX PRO model in your installation has an available expansion slot for this module.

2. Does this module support Australian carrier networks, including regional coverage?

   Yes. The DS-PM2-S(AU) supports LTE-FDD B28 (700 MHz), which is the primary band used by Australian carriers for regional and rural coverage extension. It also supports B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, and B66 for metropolitan and suburban signal environments, plus WCDMA B1, B2, B5, B8 for 3G fallback and GSM at 850/900/1800/1900 MHz.

3. Does the module switch to cellular automatically if the wired network fails?

   Yes. The module supports automatic switching between wired and wireless communication. When the primary network path is unavailable, the system transitions to cellular without manual intervention. This is the core value of the module for dual-path installations where uninterrupted alarm reporting is the requirement.

4. What SIM card does the DS-PM2-S(AU) use, and what data plan is needed?

   The module uses 1 SIM card for cellular communication. SIM card data plans are not included with the module and must be sourced separately from an Australian carrier. For backup-only use, a low-data IoT or M2M SIM plan is typically sufficient since the module is transmitting alarm event data rather than video. Confirm SIM card form factor (standard, micro, or nano) against the module slot before ordering a SIM. Security Australia does not supply SIM plans alongside this module.

5. Can this module be used as the only communication path, or does it need a wired network as well?

   Yes, it can operate as the sole communication path. The module does not require a wired network to function. For sites with no fixed internet - such as construction sites or remote properties - a SIM and DC 12 V panel power are all that is required for the AX PRO panel to communicate over cellular.

6. What is the operating temperature range, and can the module be installed in a roof void or garage?

   The module is rated for -10 °C to +40 °C operating temperature. Uninsulated roof voids and enclosed garages in Australian summer conditions can exceed +40 °C, particularly in Queensland, WA, and inland regions. The module is housed inside the AX PRO panel enclosure and is not independently weatherproofed, so the installation environment's ambient temperature should be verified against this rating before mounting the panel in a thermally exposed location.

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