Hikvision iDS-7216HQHI-M1/S – 16-Channel 1U AcuSense DVR with 3K/5MP Lite Recording, 24 IP Camera Support, RS-485 & 1 SATA HDD Bay
Overview:
• The Hikvision iDS-7216HQHI-M1/S is a 16-channel 1U AcuSense DVR designed for smart hybrid CCTV surveillance systems.
• It supports HDTVI, AHD, CVI, CVBS, and IP video inputs, making it suitable for analog systems and hybrid upgrade projects.
• The DVR supports 16 analog BNC channels and up to 24 network cameras in Enhanced IP Mode, with IP camera resolution up to 6MP.
• It uses H.265 Pro+ compression technology to improve encoding efficiency and reduce storage usage.
• The device supports recording up to 3K / 5MP Lite resolution, Motion Detection 2.0, human and vehicle target classification, perimeter protection, facial detection, and smart search for efficient playback.
• With 1 SATA HDD bay up to 10TB, HDMI output up to 4K, CVBS output, RS-485 interface, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0, and Hik-Connect support, it is a strong DVR solution for medium CCTV projects requiring smart detection and high expansion.
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 24 network cameras in Enhanced IP Mode.
• Up to 6MP IP Camera Support: Allows IP camera input resolution up to 6MP.
• 3K / 5MP Lite Recording: Supports recording at up to 3K / 5MP Lite resolution.
• Advanced Compression: Supports H.265 Pro+, H.265 Pro, H.265, H.264+, and H.264.
• Motion Detection 2.0: Deep learning-based human and vehicle target classification.
• Perimeter Protection: Supports deep learning-based perimeter protection.
• Facial Detection: Supports face picture detection and face picture search.
• Smart Search: Supports efficient playback search by object or event type.
• Audio via Coaxial Cable: Supports up to 16-channel audio through coaxial cable.
• 4K HDMI Output: Supports HDMI output up to 3840 × 2160 / 30Hz.
• CVBS Output: Includes 1-channel BNC video output for analog monitor connection.
• RS-485 Interface: Includes half-duplex RS-485 serial interface.
• USB 3.0 Support: Provides 1 × USB 3.0 and 1 × USB 2.0 for backup and external connection.
• Gigabit Network Interface: Includes 10M / 100M / 1000M self-adaptive Ethernet interface.
Technical Specifications:
• Brand: Hikvision
• Model: iDS-7216HQHI-M1/S
• Product Type: 1U AcuSense DVR / XVR
• Analog Video Inputs: 16 × BNC channels
• Video Format: HDTVI / AHD / CVI / CVBS / IP
• IP Video Input: 2 channels, up to 18 channels
• Enhanced IP Mode: 8 channels, up to 24 channels, each up to 4 Mbps
• IP Camera Resolution: Up to 6MP
• 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: 3K Lite / 5MP Lite / 4MP Lite / 1080p / 1080p Lite / 720p / 720p Lite / VGA / WD1 / 4CIF / CIF
• Encoding Ability: Up to 3K / 5MP Lite at 12 fps
• Frame Rate: 3K Lite at 12 fps, 5MP Lite at 12 fps, 4MP Lite / 1080p at 15 fps
• Sub-Stream: WD1 / 4CIF at 12 fps, CIF at 25 fps / 30 fps
• Video Bitrate: 32 Kbps to 6 Mbps
• Dual Stream: Supported
• Stream Type: Video, Video & Audio
• HDTVI Input: 3K, 5MP, 4MP, 1080p, 720p
• AHD Input: 5MP, 4MP, 1080p, 720p
• HDCVI Input: 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
• Audio Input: 1 × RCA, plus 16-channel audio via coaxial cable
• Audio Output: 1 × RCA
• Two-Way Audio: 1 × RCA using the first audio input
• Audio Compression: G.711u
• Audio Bitrate: 64 Kbps
• Motion Detection 2.0: Human and vehicle target classification on analog channels
• Perimeter Protection: Supported
• Facial Detection: Face picture detection and face picture search
• Synchronous Playback: 16 channels
• Total Bandwidth: 128 Mbps
• Remote Connections: 128
• Network Protocols: TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, Hik-Connect, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, NFS, iSCSI, UPnP, HTTPS, ONVIF
• Network Interface: 1 × RJ45 10M / 100M / 1000M self-adaptive Ethernet interface
• Storage Interface: 1 × SATA interface
• HDD Capacity: Up to 10TB
• Serial Interface: RS-485 half-duplex
• Alarm Input / Output: Not available
• USB Interface: 1 × USB 2.0, 1 × USB 3.0
• Power Supply: 12V DC
• Power Consumption: ≤ 24W
• Working Temperature: -10°C to +55°C
• Working Humidity: 10% to 90%
• Dimensions: 315 × 242 × 45 mm
• Weight: ≤ 2 kg
Applications:
• Medium CCTV surveillance systems
• Shops and retail branches
• Offices and administrative buildings
• Villas and residential compounds
• Warehouses and storage areas
• Schools, clinics, and small facilities
• Upgrade projects from analog DVR systems to smart hybrid CCTV systems
• Projects requiring 16 analog channels with high IP camera expansion
• Installations requiring AcuSense, 4K HDMI output, RS-485, USB 3.0, and smart detection features
Connect Gates Recommendation:
• Connect Gates recommends the Hikvision iDS-7216HQHI-M1/S for medium CCTV projects that need a 16-channel DVR with AcuSense smart detection and strong IP expansion.
• It is suitable for offices, warehouses, retail branches, villas, and facilities using analog cameras with possible future IP expansion.
• The DVR offers strong value with H.265 Pro+ compression, 3K / 5MP Lite recording, up to 24 IP camera support, 4K HDMI output, RS-485, and 16-channel synchronous playback.
• For best performance, Connect Gates recommends using a surveillance-grade HDD up to 10TB according to the required recording duration.
• For projects requiring multiple HDD bays, storage redundancy, or advanced NVR-based scalability, Connect Gates recommends choosing a dedicated NVR solution from the beginning.