Product Overview
Built around 8 x Hikvision DS-2CD2386G2-IU AcuSense Gen2 outdoor turret cameras and a 16-channel DS-7616NI-M2-16P PoE NVR pre-loaded with a 4TB surveillance-grade hard drive, this kit delivers a fully matched 8MP 4K IP system ready to deploy across residential properties, commercial premises, and multi-entry sites. Each turret camera captures 4K resolution footage at 2.8mm and uses Hikvision’s AcuSense deep learning engine to classify human and vehicle targets separately from other motion triggers, reducing nuisance alerts significantly. Equipped with DarkFighter technology, the cameras maintain usable image quality down to 0.003 Lux at F1.4. The 16-channel NVR provides 16 built-in PoE ports at 160Mbps bandwidth, supporting 4K HDMI and VGA output, with dual HDD bays allowing storage expansion beyond the included 4TB. Note: this kit does not include siren or strobe functionality.
Key Capabilities
AcuSense Gen2 Human and Vehicle Detection
The DS-2CD2386G2-IU uses a deep learning algorithm to distinguish people and vehicles from other motion sources. This significantly reduces false alarm events triggered by foliage, animals, or environmental movement, keeping alert logs focused on genuine activity.
4K 8MP Resolution
Each camera records at 8 megapixels, providing wide-scene coverage with enough image detail to capture facial features and number plates at practical distances. The fixed 2.8mm lens suits broad coverage of driveways, car parks, building entries, and open yard areas.
DarkFighter Low-Light Performance
Powered by Hikvision’s DarkFighter sensor technology, the cameras operate at a minimum illumination of 0.003 Lux at F1.4, maintaining colour-detail in challenging low-light environments before switching to 30m infrared night vision when needed.
16-Channel PoE NVR with 16 Built-In Ports
The DS-7616NI-M2-16P provides 16 dedicated PoE ports at 160Mbps total bandwidth. Cameras connect directly to the NVR using a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable per camera, eliminating separate power supplies at each camera location and simplifying installation considerably.
4TB Storage with Dual HDD Bay Expansion
The NVR ships with a 4TB surveillance-grade hard drive fitted and ready to record. The dual HDD bay design allows a second drive to be added later, making it straightforward to increase local recording capacity as the site grows or as higher retention periods are required.
120dB True Wide Dynamic Range
The cameras handle scenes with extreme contrast, such as building entry points lit by direct sunlight or headlights against a dark background. The 120dB WDR keeps both bright and shadowed areas of the frame visible simultaneously, reducing washed-out or silhouetted footage.
Best For
- Small to Mid-Size Commercial Properties: The 16-channel NVR supports 8 cameras now with 8 ports remaining, making this kit suited to shopfronts, offices, and warehouses that want room to expand without replacing the recorder.
- Residential Properties with Multiple Entry Points: 8 turret cameras with a 2.8mm wide-angle lens provide enough coverage for front and rear driveways, side gates, garage access, and perimeter areas of larger homes.
- Sites Requiring Targeted Alert Management: AcuSense Gen2 target classification ensures operators receive alerts specifically for people and vehicles, making it suited to sites where motion-triggered false alarms from existing systems have caused alert fatigue.
- Installers Running Multi-Camera Cat6 Runs: With 16 individual PoE ports on the NVR, installers can home-run each camera back to a single NVR location using standard Cat5e or Cat6, keeping the installation clean and avoiding external PoE switches.
- Sites Needing Long-Term Local Storage: The 4TB pre-installed drive combined with H.265+ compression delivers extended continuous recording across all 8 cameras, reducing how frequently drives need to be upgraded or replaced.
Why Choose the DS-2CD2386G2-IU and DS-7616NI-M2-16P Kit
This kit pairs two proven Hikvision products into a single matched system. The DS-2CD2386G2-IU delivers 4K AcuSense Gen2 detection with DarkFighter low-light performance and IP67 weatherproofing, while the DS-7616NI-M2-16P NVR provides 16 PoE ports, 160Mbps bandwidth headroom, and dual HDD bays on a 1RU chassis. A basic 8-camera kit with a lower-tier NVR would lack dedicated PoE for every port, restrict bandwidth under full 4K load, and offer no expansion path. This kit arrives with a 4TB drive installed and 8 open NVR channels ready for additional cameras, making it a structured starting point rather than a system that immediately limits future growth. Available through Security Wholesalers, it suits both direct buyers and installing contractors looking for a fully matched Hikvision system with genuine upgrade capacity built in from the outset.
Package Inclusions
Buyer Decision Tips
Siren and Strobe: This kit uses the DS-2CD2386G2-IU, which includes a built-in microphone but does not have an integrated siren or strobe light. If your site requires active deterrence through audible warnings or flashing lights triggered by an AcuSense detection event, a separate kit using the strobe and siren variant of this camera family is available. Confirm your deterrence requirements before ordering to avoid a return or partial replacement after installation.
Storage Planning at 4K Across 8 Cameras: Recording 8 cameras continuously at full 8MP resolution consumes more storage than lower-resolution systems, even with H.265+ compression active. Estimate your required retention period before installation. The DS-7616NI-M2-16P has a second HDD bay available, so a second surveillance drive can be added to the NVR chassis at any point without replacing hardware. If retention needs are greater than the 4TB drive can support at your recording schedule, plan for that second drive from the start.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Camera Model |
DS-2CD2386G2-IU |
| NVR Model |
DS-7616NI-M2-16P |
| Camera Resolution |
8MP (4K) |
| Lens |
2.8mm fixed |
| IR Night Vision Range |
30m |
| Minimum Illumination |
0.003 Lux at F1.4 (DarkFighter) |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120dB True WDR |
| Video Compression |
H.265+ |
| AI / Detection |
AcuSense Gen2 – human and vehicle target classification |
| Weather Rating |
IP67 |
| Built-In Microphone |
Yes |
| Camera Colour |
White |
| NVR Channels |
16 channels |
| NVR PoE Ports |
16 built-in PoE ports |
| NVR Bandwidth |
160Mbps incoming |
| NVR Video Output |
4K HDMI + VGA |
| NVR HDD Bays |
2 bays (1 x 4TB pre-installed) |
| NVR Form Factor |
1RU rack-mount |
| Cameras Supplied |
8 |
| Siren / Strobe |
Not included in this kit |
Ideal Use Cases
Residential Properties with Multiple Zones
8 IP67-rated turret cameras with a 2.8mm wide lens cover front and rear driveways, side access, garage entries, and garden perimeters. AcuSense classification filters alerts to confirmed human or vehicle movement, reducing overnight false notifications.
Retail Shopfronts and Carparks
The 4K resolution captures usable detail across wide counter areas and open car park bays. The 16-channel NVR allows the initial 8-camera setup to expand as additional zones such as stockrooms or secondary entries are added later without replacing the recorder.
Light Industrial Yards and Warehouses
IP67 housings handle outdoor exposure at loading docks, fence lines, and yard perimeters. DarkFighter low-light performance combined with 30m IR keeps site coverage effective during evening and overnight hours without requiring supplementary lighting at every camera position.
Strata, Multi-Tenancy, and Body Corporate Sites
A 16-channel NVR supports 8 cameras across shared driveways, building entries, lifts, and common areas in a single recorder. The 4TB pre-installed drive and H.265+ compression support extended continuous recording across all channels before storage is exhausted.
Schools, Childcare Centres, and Community Facilities
AcuSense Gen2 detection with event-based search reduces review time when investigating specific incidents. Recorded footage from the 8MP cameras provides sufficient detail for identification, and the 4TB drive supports enough retention to cover standard incident reporting windows.
Installer-Managed Multi-Site Deployments
The DS-7616NI-M2-16P runs Hikvision’s iVMS-4200 platform and supports remote access for centralised monitoring across multiple properties. The matched camera and NVR pairing simplifies commissioning and reduces compatibility troubleshooting on site.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this kit if: Your site needs 8 outdoor 4K turret cameras with AcuSense human and vehicle detection, a 16-channel PoE NVR with room to add cameras later, and 4TB of pre-installed storage in a single matched Hikvision system.
- Choose a different kit if: Your site requires active deterrence through integrated strobe lights or sirens on each camera – this kit uses the DS-2CD2386G2-IU which does not include those features. A separate kit using the strobe and siren camera variant is available if that capability is needed.
- Choose a different kit if: You only need 8 channels with no plans to expand camera count – a matched 8-channel NVR kit would provide a more appropriately sized recorder for a permanently capped 8-camera system and may reduce upfront cost.
FAQs
- Why does this kit include a 16-channel NVR when there are only 8 cameras?
The DS-7616NI-M2-16P provides 16 individual PoE ports, leaving 8 spare channels available for future camera additions without replacing the recorder. This makes the kit suitable for sites that are starting with 8 cameras but anticipate adding coverage to additional zones as the property or business grows.
- Does this kit include siren or strobe functionality?
No. The DS-2CD2386G2-IU cameras included in this kit do not have built-in siren or strobe lights. The cameras do include a built-in microphone for audio capture. If your installation requires active deterrence with audible alarms and flashing lights triggered by AcuSense events, a separate kit using the strobe and siren camera variant is available.
- What does AcuSense Gen2 actually do in practice?
AcuSense Gen2 uses deep learning to classify detected motion as either a person, a vehicle, or an irrelevant object. Only confirmed human or vehicle detections generate alert events. This significantly reduces the volume of alerts caused by animals, insects, trees, or environmental movement, making alarm review faster and more targeted.
- How much footage will the 4TB hard drive store across 8 cameras?
Exact retention depends on scene complexity, recording schedule, and whether continuous or event-based recording is used. H.265+ compression reduces storage consumption compared to older codecs. As a general guide, 4TB across 8 cameras recording continuously at high quality typically delivers several days of retention. For sites needing longer storage, the NVR has a second HDD bay where an additional surveillance drive can be installed.
- Are the cameras suitable for outdoor installation in Australian conditions?
Yes. The DS-2CD2386G2-IU carries an IP67 weatherproofing rating, meaning it is fully protected against dust ingress and against water immersion up to 1 metre. The housing is rated for general outdoor use including exposure to rain, humidity, and typical outdoor temperature variation encountered in Australian climates.
- Can I connect cameras using a PoE switch instead of running cables directly to the NVR?
Yes. The DS-7616NI-M2-16P supports cameras connected via external PoE switches in addition to direct connections to its built-in PoE ports. This is useful where cable runs exceed practical distances back to the NVR location, allowing an intermediate PoE switch to be placed closer to camera clusters. Ensure the NVR’s total incoming bandwidth of 160Mbps is not exceeded across all connected cameras.
- How do I access recorded footage remotely, and is the kit compatible with Hik-Connect?
The DS-7616NI-M2-16P supports Hikvision’s Hik-Connect app and iVMS-4200 platform for remote viewing and playback on mobile devices and computers. AcuSense event alerts can also be pushed to the app when a human or vehicle detection occurs. Security Wholesalers can assist with setup guidance if required. Remote access requires the NVR to be connected to the internet via a router at the installation site.
Cabling Considerations
- Cable Type: Cat5e minimum, Cat6 recommended for all camera runs to the NVR or intermediate PoE switch.
- Maximum PoE Cable Run: Standard PoE operates reliably up to 100 metres per run from the NVR PoE port or PoE switch to the camera. Runs beyond 100 metres require a PoE extender or a midspan switch positioned closer to the camera.
- Home-Run vs. Switched Architecture: Each of the 16 PoE ports on the DS-7616NI-M2-16P is independent, so running each camera directly back to the NVR provides the simplest and most stable configuration. If home-running all 8 cameras is not practical due to building layout, an unmanaged or managed PoE switch can aggregate cameras in a zone before connecting back to the NVR via a single uplink port.
- Wiring Tips: Terminate all RJ45 connectors to T568B standard. Avoid running data cables parallel to high-voltage power cables for extended distances to prevent interference. Where cables pass through external walls, use appropriate weatherproof conduit and seal penetrations to maintain the IP67 rating of the camera housing at the mounting point.
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