Hikvision iDS-7216HUHI-M2/X – 16-Channel 5MP AcuSense DVR with 2 SATA HDD Bays, 32 IP Camera Support, Facial Recognition & AcuSearch
Overview:
• The Hikvision iDS-7216HUHI-M2/X is a 16-channel 5MP AcuSense DVR designed for advanced hybrid CCTV surveillance systems.
• It supports HDTVI, AHD, CVI, CVBS, and IP video inputs, making it suitable for high-performance analog and hybrid upgrade projects.
• The DVR supports 16 analog BNC channels and up to 32 IP camera inputs, with IP camera resolution up to 8MP.
• It uses H.265 Pro+, H.265 Pro, H.265, H.264+, and H.264 video compression to improve encoding efficiency and reduce storage usage.
• The device supports up to 4K / 8MP encoding, 4-channel facial recognition, 8-channel advanced perimeter protection, 8-channel AcuSearch technology, all-channel Motion Detection 2.0, facial detection, smart playback, and up to 24-channel 1080p decoding.
• With 2 SATA HDD bays up to 12TB each, HDMI output up to 4K, CVBS output, RS-485 interface, USB 3.0, Gigabit Ethernet, and Hik-Connect support, it is a powerful DVR solution for medium and advanced CCTV projects requiring smart analytics and larger storage.
Key Features:
• 16-Channel DVR: Supports 16 analog video inputs through BNC interface.
• 5-in-1 Hybrid Support: Compatible with HDTVI, AHD, CVI, CVBS, and IP cameras.
• IP Camera Expansion: Supports up to 32 IP camera inputs.
• Up to 8MP IP Camera Support: Allows IP camera input resolution up to 8MP.
• 2 SATA HDD Bays: Supports 2 SATA interfaces for higher storage capacity.
• Up to 12TB per HDD: Supports up to 12TB capacity for each disk.
• 4K / 8MP Encoding: Supports encoding up to 4K / 8MP at 8 fps.
• Facial Recognition: Supports up to 4-channel facial recognition for HD analog cameras.
• Face Picture Library: Supports up to 16 face picture libraries with backup on HDD and flash.
• AcuSearch Technology: Supports up to 8-channel AcuSearch for faster target search.
• Motion Detection 2.0: Supports all-channel deep learning-based human and vehicle classification.
• Advanced Perimeter Protection: Supports up to 8-channel advanced model perimeter protection.
• Facial Detection: Supports face picture detection, face picture search, and 4-channel face picture capture.
• High Decoding Capability: Supports up to 24-channel 1080p at 30 fps decoding.
• 4K HDMI Output: Supports HDMI output up to 3840 × 2160 / 30Hz.
• USB 3.0 Support: Includes rear USB 3.0 ports for faster backup and external connection.
Technical Specifications:
• Brand: Hikvision
• Model: iDS-7216HUHI-M2/X
• Product Type: 5MP AcuSense DVR / XVR
• Analog Video Inputs: 16 × BNC channels
• Video Format: HDTVI / AHD / CVI / CVBS / IP
• IP Video Input: 16 channels, up to 32 channels, each up to 4 Mbps
• IP Camera Resolution: Up to 8MP
• Supported IP Compression: H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264
• Video Compression: H.265 Pro+ / H.265 Pro / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264
• Encoding Resolution: 8MP / 5MP / 3K / 4MP / 3MP / 1080p / 720p / WD1 / 4CIF / VGA / CIF
• Encoding Ability: Up to 4K / 8MP at 8 fps, 3K / 5MP at 12 fps
• Frame Rate: 8MP at 8 fps, 3K at 12 fps, 5MP at 12 fps, 4MP at 15 fps, 8MP Lite at 15 fps, 3MP at 18 fps
• Sub-Stream: WD1 / 4CIF / CIF at 25 fps / 30 fps
• Video Bitrate: 32 Kbps to 10 Mbps
• Dual Stream: Main stream or sub-stream supported
• Stream Type: Video, Video & Audio
• HDTVI Input: 8MP, 3K, 5MP, 4MP, 1080p, 720p
• AHD Input: 5MP, 4MP, 1080p, 720p
• HDCVI Input: 8MP, 3K, 5MP, 4MP, 1080p, 720p
• CVBS Input: PAL / NTSC
• CVBS Output: 1 × BNC, PAL 704 × 576 / NTSC 704 × 480
• HDMI Output: 1 channel, up to 4K 3840 × 2160 / 30Hz
• VGA Output: 1 channel, up to 1920 × 1080 / 60Hz
• Video Output Mode: HDMI / VGA simultaneous output
• Audio Input: 1 × RCA, up to 16 channels optional, plus 16-channel audio via coaxial cable
• Audio Output: 1 × RCA
• Two-Way Audio: 1 × RCA using the audio input
• Audio Compression: G.711u
• Audio Bitrate: 64 Kbps
• Facial Recognition: Up to 4-channel face picture comparison alarm for HD analog cameras
• Face Picture Library: Up to 16 face picture libraries
• Motion Detection 2.0: Up to 16 analog channels with human and vehicle classification
• Perimeter Protection: Up to 8 channels advanced model human and vehicle analysis
• Facial Detection: Face picture detection, face picture search, and 4-channel face picture capture
• AcuSearch: Up to 8 channels
• Decoding Capability: Up to 24-channel 1080p at 30 fps
• Synchronous Playback: 16 channels
• Total Bandwidth: 256 Mbps
• Remote Connections: 128
• Network Protocols: TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, Hik-Connect, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, NFS, iSCSI, UPnP, HTTPS, ONVIF, ISUP
• Network Interface: 1 × RJ45 10M / 100M / 1000M self-adaptive Ethernet interface
• Storage Interface: 2 × SATA interfaces
• HDD Capacity: Up to 12TB per HDD
• Serial Interface: RS-485 half-duplex
• Alarm Input / Output: Not available, optional to support
• USB Interface: 1 × USB 2.0 front panel, 2 × USB 3.0 rear panel
• Power Supply: 12V DC, 5A
• Power Consumption: ≤ 15W without HDD
• Working Temperature: -10°C to +55°C
• Working Humidity: 10% to 90%
• Dimensions: 384 × 317 × 52 mm
• Weight: ≤ 2.1 kg
Applications:
• Medium and advanced CCTV surveillance systems
• Offices and administrative buildings
• Warehouses and logistics areas
• Retail branches and commercial facilities
• Villas and residential compounds
• Schools, clinics, and controlled-access facilities
• Upgrade projects from analog DVR systems to smart hybrid CCTV systems
• Projects requiring facial recognition and advanced perimeter protection
• Installations requiring 16 analog channels with large IP expansion up to 32 cameras
• Projects requiring longer recording duration using 2 HDD bays up to 12TB each
Connect Gates Recommendation:
• Connect Gates recommends the Hikvision iDS-7216HUHI-M2/X for advanced CCTV projects that need a 16-channel AcuSense DVR with facial recognition, AcuSearch, and strong IP expansion.
• It is suitable for offices, warehouses, retail branches, compounds, and facilities that require smart analytics with analog and IP camera flexibility.
• The DVR offers excellent value with 2 SATA HDD bays, up to 32 IP camera support, 4-channel facial recognition, 8-channel AcuSearch, advanced perimeter protection, and 4K HDMI output.
• For best performance, Connect Gates recommends using surveillance-grade HDDs up to 12TB each according to the required recording duration.
• For projects requiring RAID, centralized VMS, or large-scale IP camera management, Connect Gates recommends choosing a dedicated NVR or server-based VMS solution from the beginning.