Product Overview
Building a complete 8MP outdoor system from scratch involves matching camera capability to recorder capacity, storage to retention needs, and light performance to site conditions. This Hikvision ColorVu Liveguard kit brings those elements together in a single package: 6 x DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL turret cameras paired with the DS-7608NI-M2-8P 8-channel PoE NVR and a 4TB hard drive. Each camera combines full-colour night vision through ColorVu warm-light technology with AcuSense human and vehicle classification, plus an integrated strobe and siren for active deterrence. The NVR supports 8 plug-and-play PoE ports at 128Mbps throughput and dual HDD bays, so the system can be expanded to additional storage later. With IP67-rated housings, 120dB WDR, H.265+ compression, and lens options in 2.8mm or 4mm, the kit covers eaves, driveways, shopfronts, and perimeter walls where consistent colour detail through the night matters as much as daytime clarity.
Key Capabilities
Full-Colour Night Vision (ColorVu)
The DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL uses a warm supplemental light to produce vivid colour footage after dark rather than the greyscale IR image typical of standard night cameras. For driveways, car parks, and building perimeters, colour detail aids identification of clothing, vehicles, and distinguishing features that a monochrome image cannot capture.
Active Deterrence: Strobe and Siren
Each camera includes a built-in strobe light and audible siren that can be triggered automatically or manually. This Liveguard capability moves the system beyond passive recording, allowing the camera to warn off intruders at entry points, along fence lines, or near access gates before an incident escalates.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Classification
AcuSense filters motion events by classifying moving targets as human or vehicle before triggering an alert. This reduces notifications caused by animals, foliage, or weather, making the alert feed actionable. For unmanned sites or properties monitored remotely, this distinction is particularly useful during overnight hours.
8-Channel PoE with Plug-and-Play Connectivity
The DS-7608NI-M2-8P includes 8 dedicated PoE ports, delivering both data and power over a single Cat5e/Cat6 cable run to each camera. Plug-and-play auto-configuration reduces commissioning time, and the remaining 2 ports beyond the 6 cameras in this kit allow scope for future expansion without replacing the recorder.
4TB Pre-Installed Storage
The kit arrives with a 4TB hard drive already installed in the NVR, so recording begins as soon as the system is commissioned. With H.265+ compression across 6 x 8MP streams, the 4TB drive provides a practical retention window suited to small business and residential sites. The dual HDD bay allows a second drive to be added later if retention needs to increase.
Two-Way Audio and 120dB WDR
Each DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL has a built-in microphone and speaker, enabling real-time two-way voice communication through the camera. The 120dB wide dynamic range handles high-contrast scenes such as entry points with bright daylight outside and shadowed interiors, preserving detail across both zones simultaneously.
Best For
- Residential Properties Requiring Colour Night Coverage: ColorVu warm-light technology delivers full-colour footage across driveways, front yards, and rear access areas where identifying intruder details after dark is a priority.
- Small to Medium Commercial Sites with Active Deterrence Needs: The integrated strobe and siren on each camera allows the system to respond to AcuSense-triggered alerts at shopfronts, car parks, and storage yards without requiring additional hardware.
- Installers Seeking a Pre-Matched PoE System: With 6 cameras, an 8-channel PoE NVR, and a 4TB drive in a single kit, the combination avoids compatibility guesswork and reduces sourcing time across multiple orders.
- Sites Needing Remote Monitoring with Meaningful Alerts: AcuSense classification paired with Hikvision’s app-based remote viewing reduces nuisance notifications, making the alert stream useful for owners or security staff monitoring the site from off-site.
- Eave, Soffit, and Wall-Mounted Perimeter Applications: The turret housing suits direct eave and wall mounting at building corners and entry points, with IP67 weatherproofing handling rain and dust exposure at exposed outdoor positions.
Why Choose the DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL + DS-7608NI-M2-8P Kit
Standard 8MP camera kits provide resolution, but this combination adds capabilities that a basic camera and recorder pairing cannot match. The DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL delivers ColorVu full-colour night imaging, AcuSense-powered human and vehicle classification, two-way audio, and an active deterrence strobe and siren in a single IP67-rated turret housing. The DS-7608NI-M2-8P recorder supports 4K decoding, 128Mbps throughput, and 8 plug-and-play PoE ports, with 2 ports available for future camera additions beyond the 6 supplied. The 4TB hard drive is pre-installed, so the system is operational from commissioning without an additional purchase. For buyers who need colour night detail, active deterrence, and smart alerting across a 6-camera site, the performance gap between this kit and a lower-tier alternative is significant. Available at Security Wholesalers with lens options in 2.8mm or 4mm specified at checkout.
Package Inclusions
- 6 x DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL – 8MP 4K Outdoor ColorVu Turret Camera with AcuSense, Built-in Mic and Speaker, Strobe and Siren, IP67, H.265+, 120dB WDR (2.8mm or 4mm lens – specify at checkout)
- 1 x DS-7608NI-M2-8P – 8-Channel PoE NVR, 128Mbps, 8 PnP Ports, 4K, VGA and HDMI Output, 2 HDD Bay
- 1 x 4TB Hard Drive (pre-installed in NVR)
Buyer Decision Tips
Lens Selection: The DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL is available in 2.8mm and 4mm fixed lens options. A 2.8mm lens provides a wider field of view suited to shorter distances such as building entry points, corridors, and residential driveways where coverage width is more important than reach. A 4mm lens narrows the angle and extends the effective recognition range, making it more appropriate for longer driveways, car park rows, or perimeter walls where identifying detail at distance matters. If different lenses are needed for different camera positions on the same site, specify the mix in the order comments at checkout and the correct cameras will be dispatched accordingly.
Storage and Retention: The 4TB drive pre-installed in the DS-7608NI-M2-8P provides a practical retention window for 6 x 8MP streams recorded with H.265+ compression at typical motion-triggered or continuous settings. Sites with high activity, extended continuous recording requirements, or longer evidence retention policies may benefit from adding a second hard drive to the available second HDD bay. The NVR does not require the system to be recommissioned to add a second drive, keeping the upgrade straightforward.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Camera Model |
DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL |
| Resolution |
8MP (4K) |
| Camera Housing |
Outdoor Turret |
| Night Vision Technology |
ColorVu full-colour warm supplemental light, 30m range |
| Lens Options |
2.8mm / 4mm (fixed) |
| Video Compression |
H.265+ |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120dB WDR |
| Weather Protection |
IP67 |
| Active Deterrence |
Built-in strobe light and audible siren (Liveguard) |
| Smart Detection |
AcuSense human and vehicle classification |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone and speaker (two-way audio capable) |
| DORI Range (2.8mm) |
Detection 96m / Observation 38m / Recognition 19m / Identification 9m |
| NVR Model |
DS-7608NI-M2-8P |
| NVR Channels |
8 channels |
| PoE Ports |
8 plug-and-play PoE ports |
| NVR Throughput |
128Mbps |
| Video Output |
4K HDMI and VGA |
| HDD Bays |
2 (1 x 4TB pre-installed) |
| Cameras Included |
6 |
Ideal Use Cases
Residential Perimeter Coverage
Six turret cameras with ColorVu colour night vision provide consistent full-colour coverage across a home’s front driveway, side access gates, rear yard, and garage approaches, where identifying detail in low-light conditions is critical for an effective record of any overnight incident.
Retail Shopfront and Car Park
AcuSense classification filters alerts to human and vehicle events, reducing nuisance notifications from passing traffic or wind-blown debris. The active deterrence strobe and siren add an on-camera response layer suited to after-hours retail environments without on-site security staffing.
Warehouse Entry and Yard Perimeter
IP67-rated housings handle dust and moisture in open industrial environments. The 8MP resolution and DORI detection range of 96m on the 2.8mm lens supports coverage of wide warehouse entry bays and external yard areas where a single camera must cover significant ground.
Small Office or Medical Practice
The two-way audio capability of each DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL allows staff to communicate through the camera at entry points, reception areas, or treatment corridors. Combined with H.265+ compression and 4TB storage, the system retains high-resolution footage across multiple interior and exterior camera positions.
Childcare, School, or Community Facility
120dB WDR handles bright outdoor glare against shaded interior zones common in buildings with large windows or covered outdoor play areas. AcuSense alerts and the 4K resolution ensure that footage from entry gates, car drop-off zones, and building perimeters is forensically usable.
Construction Site or Unmanned Facility
The Liveguard strobe and siren provide an automated on-camera deterrent at sites without permanent staffing. Paired with remote mobile app viewing through the DS-7608NI-M2-8P, operators can review AcuSense-triggered alerts and trigger audio responses from off-site at any time.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this kit if: You need a complete 8MP system with full-colour night vision, active deterrence, AcuSense smart detection, two-way audio, and 4TB pre-installed storage for a 6-camera site connected via a single PoE NVR with plug-and-play commissioning.
- Choose a different kit if: Your site requires more than 6 cameras and you need all channels populated from the outset – in that case, a higher-channel recorder with a larger camera count would be more appropriate. Similarly, if colour night vision is not a priority and budget is the primary consideration, a standard IR camera kit at the same resolution would deliver comparable daytime performance at a lower cost.
- Choose a different kit if: Your application requires long-range IR coverage beyond 30m in complete darkness rather than colour detail at closer range – a bullet camera with extended IR would better suit perimeter fence lines or open yards where the warm supplemental light of a ColorVu camera does not reach far enough.
FAQs
- Do the cameras in this kit record in colour at night without an external light source?
Yes. The DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL uses Hikvision ColorVu technology with a built-in warm supplemental light that activates at low-light levels, producing full-colour footage up to 30m without relying on separate lighting. The image does not switch to greyscale IR at night as a standard infrared camera would.
- How does the strobe and siren activate on each camera?
The Liveguard strobe and siren on each DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL can be configured to trigger automatically when AcuSense detects a human or vehicle target within the camera’s defined detection zone. They can also be activated manually through the NVR interface or the Hikvision mobile app when reviewing a live feed remotely.
- Can I specify different lenses for individual cameras in this kit?
Yes. The DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL is available in 2.8mm and 4mm lens variants. If different positions on your site require different focal lengths, you can specify the exact lens mix for each camera in the order comments at checkout and the correct units will be dispatched.
- What is the maximum storage this NVR can hold?
The DS-7608NI-M2-8P has 2 HDD bays. This kit comes with 1 x 4TB drive pre-installed, leaving the second bay available for an additional drive. Adding a second drive increases total storage capacity without replacing the recorder or interrupting the existing configuration.
- Does the NVR support remote viewing on a mobile device?
Yes. The DS-7608NI-M2-8P is compatible with the Hikvision mobile app, allowing live view, playback, and alert notifications from a smartphone or tablet. AcuSense-classified alerts for human and vehicle detections can be pushed through the app, making remote monitoring more manageable than receiving every motion event.
- Is this kit suitable for outdoor installation in harsh weather conditions?
Each DS-2CD2387G2-LU/SL carries an IP67 ingress protection rating, confirming it is sealed against dust and sustained water immersion. The turret housing is suitable for eave, soffit, and wall mounting at exposed outdoor positions including those subject to direct rain. The NVR is an indoor rack or shelf unit and should be housed in a protected enclosure or cabinet.
- Where can I purchase this kit and get support if I need assistance with setup?
This kit is available through Security Wholesalers, which stocks Hikvision products with Australian warranty and support. If you have questions about lens selection, mounting options, or compatibility with existing equipment at your site, contact the team before ordering to confirm the configuration is right for your application.
Cabling Considerations
- Cable Type: Cat5e or Cat6 UTP or FTP cable recommended for all camera-to-NVR runs. Shielded (FTP/STP) cable is advisable for outdoor runs or environments with electrical interference.
- Maximum Cable Run: Each PoE camera run should not exceed 100m from the NVR PoE port to maintain reliable power and data performance per the IEEE 802.3af/at standard.
- PoE Considerations: The DS-7608NI-M2-8P provides 8 integrated PoE ports. No external PoE switch or power injector is required for any of the 6 cameras included in this kit. The 2 unused ports can power additional cameras added later within the NVR’s channel and power budget.
- Wiring Tips: Run cables through conduit at outdoor sections to protect against UV degradation and physical damage. For eave or soffit-mounted cameras, allow a drip loop in the cable before it enters the wall penetration to prevent water ingress tracking down the cable into the building.
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