Product SKU: CT-ANE-KIT-16CH4CAM
Product Overview
Putting together a complete IP surveillance system from scratch involves matching cameras, a recorder, PoE infrastructure, and storage into a working whole. The Hanwha Vision A Series Kit CT-ANE-KIT-16CH4CAM removes that complexity by bundling 4 x ANE-L7012R flateye cameras with an ARN-1610S 16-channel PoE NVR pre-loaded with a 4TB hard drive. Each ANE-L7012R delivers 4MP resolution through a 3mm fixed lens, with a 120dB WDR sensor, ICR day and night switching, and 20m IR coverage. The ARN-1610S powers all cameras across its 16 PoE ports over a single Ethernet run per camera, supports recording up to 8MP, and outputs locally via HDMI or VGA. With 12 unused PoE channels remaining, the system is ready to grow as monitoring requirements expand. It suits small business owners, retail operators, and site managers who need a genuine Hanwha Wisenet A Series system deployed quickly without sourcing components separately.
Key Capabilities
16-Channel PoE NVR with Expansion Room
The ARN-1610S arrives with 4 cameras connected but 12 PoE ports still available. Sites that anticipate adding cameras to cover additional entry points, corridors, or external areas can scale the system without replacing the recorder.
4TB Storage Pre-Installed
The NVR ships with a 4TB hard drive fitted, so the system records from day one without a separate storage purchase. The recorder supports up to 6TB, leaving headroom for a future drive upgrade as retention requirements increase.
4MP Flateye Cameras with 120dB WDR
The ANE-L7012R flateye design sits low against the mounting surface for a tidy ceiling or wall installation. The 120dB wide dynamic range sensor maintains usable image detail in scenes with mixed strong light and shadow, such as entry foyers or shopfronts.
Single-Cable PoE Installation
Each ANE-L7012R is PoE powered, so a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable from the NVR’s built-in switch carries both data and power to the camera. This eliminates the need for separate power supplies at each camera location and simplifies cable routing.
WiseStream II Compression
The ANE-L7012R supports WiseStream II alongside H.265, dynamically adjusting bitrate between active and static scene areas. This reduces storage consumption and network load without dropping resolution, extending the effective recording time on the 4TB drive.
Built-In Video Analytics on Each Camera
Every ANE-L7012R includes tampering detection, motion detection, defocus detection, virtual line crossing with direction, and virtual area intrusion, enter, and exit detection. These run at the camera edge, reducing reliance on the NVR for basic event filtering.
Best For
- Small Business Owners Starting a New System: The bundled 4TB NVR and 4 cameras provide a working system from the first day of installation without sourcing components separately or sizing storage independently.
- Sites That Anticipate Staged Camera Rollouts: The 16-channel NVR has 12 unused PoE ports, making it straightforward to connect additional Hanwha IP cameras as coverage areas expand.
- Indoor Ceiling and Wall Coverage at Close to Medium Range: The 3mm fixed lens on the ANE-L7012R suits open indoor spaces where subjects pass within 4 to 8 metres of the camera, including reception areas, retail aisles, and corridor intersections.
- Installers Deploying a Verified Hanwha Ecosystem: Camera and NVR are from the same Wisenet A Series product family, ensuring codec compatibility, Wisenet mobile app access via P2P, and a consistent management interface across the system.
Why Choose the CT-ANE-KIT-16CH4CAM
The CT-ANE-KIT-16CH4CAM is built around the ARN-1610S NVR, which provides 16 native PoE ports, 80Mbps recording bandwidth, and support for up to 8MP cameras. This means the recorder is not a limiting factor as the system grows. A basic 4-channel kit recorder would require full replacement once a site needs more coverage. Here, the expansion path is already in place. The ANE-L7012R cameras bring 4MP imaging with ICR day and night switching, 20m IR range, edge-based analytics, and WiseStream II compression in a low-profile flateye housing. The 4TB drive arrives pre-installed, and the recorder also supports ARB (Automatic Recovery Backup) for resilience. For verified compatibility and genuine Hanwha A Series product, this kit is available through Security Wholesalers.
Package Inclusions
- 4 x ANE-L7012R 4MP H.265 IR Flateye Camera
- 1 x ARN-1610S 16-Channel 8MP H.265 AI NVR with PoE Switch (4TB HDD pre-installed)
Buyer Decision Tips
Lens Suitability for Your Layout: The ANE-L7012R uses a fixed 3mm lens, which produces a wide angle of view suited to indoor spaces where subjects are close to the camera. If your site has long corridors, external fence lines, or requires coverage at distances beyond 15 metres, a camera with a longer focal length or varifocal lens will deliver more detail. Confirm your room dimensions and target subject distances before committing to a fixed 3mm deployment.
Storage Planning Beyond 4 Cameras: The 4TB drive is sized for 4 cameras at standard continuous recording settings. If you plan to add cameras, factor in that total storage consumption will increase proportionally. The ARN-1610S supports up to 6TB, so replacing the 4TB drive with a 6TB unit is one option. For sites expecting to run more than 8 cameras at high bitrate, review retention requirements and recording schedules before expanding.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Kit Contents |
4 x ANE-L7012R cameras, 1 x ARN-1610S NVR with 4TB HDD |
| Camera Resolution |
4MP maximum |
| Camera Lens |
3mm fixed focal |
| Camera Frame Rate |
Maximum 30fps at 4MP |
| Camera Codec |
H.265, H.264, MJPEG with multiple streaming |
| Camera Compression |
WiseStream II supported |
| Minimum Illumination |
Colour: 0.13 Lux (F1.6, 1/30sec); B/W: 0 Lux (IR on) |
| IR Range |
20m (65.62ft) |
| Day and Night |
ICR (mechanical IR cut filter) |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120dB WDR |
| Camera Analytics |
Tampering, motion detection, defocus detection, virtual area (intrusion/enter/exit), virtual line (crossing/direction) |
| Camera Edge Storage |
Micro SD/SDHC/SDXC, 1 slot, up to 128GB |
| Camera Power |
PoE (IEEE 802.3af) |
| Camera Special Modes |
Hallway view, LDC (Lens Distortion Correction) |
| NVR Channels |
16 channels, up to 8MP per channel |
| NVR Recording Bandwidth |
80Mbps total network camera recording |
| NVR PoE Ports |
16 x PoE (LAN, 10/100Mbps) |
| NVR WAN Port |
1 x RJ-45 (1Gbps) |
| NVR Storage |
4TB HDD pre-installed, maximum 6TB supported |
| NVR Monitor Output |
HDMI and VGA |
| NVR Special Features |
ARB (Automatic Recovery Backup), Wisenet Mobile App P2P support |
Ideal Use Cases
Retail Stores and Shopfronts
The 3mm fixed lens on the ANE-L7012R provides a wide field of view for monitoring open floor areas, checkout counters, and entry points. The 120dB WDR sensor handles the contrast between bright shopfront windows and shadowed interior zones.
Small Office Buildings
Four cameras cover a reception area, server room access, a stairwell, and an entry lobby in a typical small commercial tenancy. The NVR’s 12 remaining PoE ports allow camera additions as the tenancy expands or access points increase.
Childcare Centres and Educational Facilities
The flateye form factor sits flush against ceiling surfaces for a tidy, low-profile appearance in spaces used by children. Edge-based virtual area detection alerts staff to movement in restricted zones such as storage rooms or restricted corridors.
Warehouses and Light Industrial Sites
The ARN-1610S supports up to 8MP cameras across all 16 channels, so the system can be upgraded with higher-resolution cameras for bay identification or goods-in areas as operational requirements grow without replacing the recorder.
Multi-Tenancy and Strata Properties
Lift lobbies, mail rooms, car park entries, and common stairwells can each receive a camera from this kit. The Wisenet mobile app allows body corporate managers or building managers to view live feeds remotely using P2P without complex network configuration.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this kit if: You need a complete, immediately functional 4-camera IP system with room to expand to 16 cameras, prefer a single-brand Hanwha Wisenet A Series ecosystem, and want pre-installed 4TB storage with a PoE NVR that eliminates the need for a separate switch.
- Choose a different configuration if: Your site requires varifocal or longer focal length cameras for distance coverage beyond 20m, or you need outdoor bullet cameras for perimeter fence lines and long approaches. In those cases, a kit built around bullet or varifocal cameras paired with a compatible NVR will be more suitable than this fixed 3mm flateye bundle.
- Choose a different kit if: You only need 4 channels permanently with no expansion plans. A purpose-built 4-channel NVR kit will typically offer a lower entry cost than a 16-channel system when you have no need for the additional PoE ports.
FAQs
- How many additional cameras can I add to this kit?
The ARN-1610S has 16 PoE ports and this kit connects 4 cameras, leaving 12 unused ports. You can add up to 12 additional compatible Hanwha IP cameras without purchasing a separate switch or replacing the NVR. The recorder supports cameras up to 8MP, so higher-resolution Hanwha models can be added to the same system.
- What is the IR range of the ANE-L7012R cameras included in this kit?
Each ANE-L7012R has an IR viewable length of 20m (approximately 65 feet). This is well suited to corridors, small car parks, retail floors, and indoor spaces. For outdoor coverage of longer distances such as driveways or perimeter fence lines, a camera with a greater IR range would be more appropriate.
- Does the NVR require a separate network switch to power the cameras?
No. The ARN-1610S has a built-in 16-port PoE switch (10/100Mbps per port). Each ANE-L7012R connects directly to a PoE port on the NVR via a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable, which carries both data and power. No additional switch is needed for the 4 included cameras.
- Can I view this system remotely on a smartphone?
Yes. The ARN-1610S supports remote access through the Wisenet mobile app using P2P connectivity. This allows live view and playback from iOS or Android devices without requiring port forwarding or a static IP address, which simplifies remote setup for small business owners.
- Is the 4TB hard drive sufficient for 4 cameras running continuously?
Storage duration depends on resolution, frame rate, compression settings, and scene complexity. With H.265 and WiseStream II enabled on the ANE-L7012R cameras, 4TB provides a practical continuous recording period for 4 cameras at typical settings. For longer retention, the ARN-1610S supports up to a 6TB drive, allowing a straightforward upgrade by replacing the installed drive.
- What does ARB mean on the ARN-1610S and why does it matter?
ARB stands for Automatic Recovery Backup. If the NVR loses connection to a camera during a network interruption, the ARN-1610S can retrieve and restore any footage recorded locally on the camera’s SD card to fill the gap in NVR storage once connectivity is re-established. The ANE-L7012R supports a Micro SD card up to 128GB for this purpose.
- Are these cameras and NVR NDAA compliant?
Hanwha Vision products, including the Wisenet A Series cameras and NVRs in this kit, are manufactured by Hanwha Vision and are not on the NDAA Section 889 prohibited list. For projects with formal NDAA compliance requirements, verify current compliance documentation through Security Wholesalers or directly with Hanwha Vision at the time of purchase, as requirements can be updated.
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Cabling Considerations
- Cable Type: Cat5e minimum for PoE runs to each ANE-L7012R. Cat6 is recommended for installations in commercial environments or where cable runs are near sources of electrical interference.
- Maximum PoE Cable Run: Each camera must be within 100m of the ARN-1610S PoE port. This is the IEEE standard limit for PoE over Ethernet. Runs exceeding this distance will require a PoE extender.
- NVR WAN Connection: The ARN-1610S has a single 1Gbps RJ-45 WAN port for connecting to your local network or router. This is separate from the 16 PoE camera ports and should be connected to your network switch or router for remote access via the Wisenet mobile app.
- Wiring Tips: Keep camera cable runs concealed and avoid routing alongside mains power cables. Label each run at both ends during installation to simplify future expansion when additional cameras are added to the 12 unused PoE ports.
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