Product SKU: HAN-WAVE-PRO-48
Product Overview
For installers and integrators managing mid-to-large scale surveillance deployments, the Hanwha Wisenet WAVE 48-Camera Licence unlocks full VMS functionality across 48 IP camera channels within the Wisenet WAVE platform. WAVE is Hanwha’s purpose-built Video Management System, engineered to work alongside the advanced onboard analytics of Hanwha Wisenet cameras while remaining open enough to accommodate third-party devices via HTTP integration and auto-discovery. Featuring a drag-and-drop operator interface, built-in multi-server redundant failover, and smart motion search, the platform is designed for straightforward daily operation without the complexity that often accompanies enterprise-grade VMS deployments. This licence supports up to 50 clients and 128 channels per server, and servers can be grouped into hives for larger installations. Licences issued under this SKU do not expire and require no annual renewal, making total cost of ownership predictable across the life of the installation.
Key Capabilities
48-Channel Licence Coverage
This licence activates recording and management for exactly 48 IP camera channels, with one licence channel consumed per camera. It is suited to mid-scale deployments where a single-server installation needs to cover multiple zones, buildings, or floors without purchasing additional per-channel upgrades.
Built-In Multi-Server Failover
Automatic device failover for up to 128 devices is included within the software at no additional licence cost. If a server becomes unavailable, the system redirects recording to a secondary server, reducing the risk of footage gaps during hardware faults without requiring a separate failover licence.
Events and Rules Engine
Operators can configure the system to respond automatically to specific camera events, triggering actions such as alerts, recordings, or third-party HTTP requests. This is useful for installations where defined security responses need to occur without manual operator intervention at the time of the event.
Smart Motion Search
Footage review is accelerated through a smart motion search tool, allowing operators to locate events within recorded video quickly without scrubbing through hours of footage manually. This reduces investigation time on larger installations where 48 cameras generate significant daily recording volume.
Non-Expiring Licence
Unlike subscription-based VMS platforms, licences activated under this product do not expire. Once activated, the 48-channel allocation remains valid for the life of the installation with no annual renewal fee, providing long-term cost certainty for integrators and end users managing multi-year contracts.
Best For
- Mid-Scale Commercial Installations: Deployments requiring 48 managed camera channels on a single server, such as multi-level office buildings, retail centres, or aged care facilities where consistent recording and operator review are essential.
- Hanwha Wisenet X Series Integrations: Sites already running or planning Hanwha Wisenet X series cameras benefit from full native integration, unlocking onboard analytics and camera-specific features not available through generic VMS platforms.
- Installations Requiring Failover Without Extra Cost: Projects where recording continuity is a contractual or operational requirement, as multi-server failover for up to 128 devices is included without purchasing additional failover licences.
- Integrators Combining VMS with Access Control: Installations where Wisenet WAVE’s integration with Inner Range Inception is used to deliver bi-directional video and access control management through a single operator interface.
Why Choose the Hanwha Wisenet WAVE 48-Camera Licence
The HAN-WAVE-PRO-48 licence is positioned for installations that have outgrown smaller channel allocations but do not yet require a full enterprise-tier server hive deployment. The inclusion of multi-server failover at no additional licence cost sets WAVE apart from competing platforms that charge separately for redundancy features. The non-expiring licence structure removes ongoing subscription overhead, which is a meaningful difference for integrators pricing five to ten year maintenance contracts. Native support for Hanwha Wisenet X series cameras ensures that onboard analytics and camera-specific intelligence are accessible directly within the VMS rather than requiring a separate analytics licence or third-party middleware. The drag-and-drop layout interface reduces operator training time, and one-click software updates minimise on-site maintenance visits. Available at Security Wholesalers, the HAN-WAVE-PRO-48 is a practical licence tier for serious commercial VMS deployments where recording continuity, operator usability, and long-term cost control all matter.
Buyer Decision Tips
Confirm Your Server Hardware Before Activating: Wisenet WAVE licences cannot be activated on ARM-based server hardware. Before purchasing this licence, verify that the intended server uses an x86 processor architecture. This affects low-power NAS devices and some embedded systems commonly used in smaller installations. If the hardware is not confirmed as x86-compatible, activation will fail and the licence cannot be transferred after use.
Match Your Channel Count to Current and Near-Term Camera Numbers: Each camera consumes exactly 1 licence channel. A 48-channel licence is consumed entirely once 48 cameras are connected. If the installation is planned to grow beyond 48 cameras, additional licence keys will need to be purchased and activated on the same server, up to the 128-channel per server maximum. Plan channel allocation before deployment to avoid running short mid-project.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Product Name |
Hanwha Wisenet WAVE 48x IP Camera Licence |
| SKU |
HAN-WAVE-PRO-48 |
| Product Type |
VMS Software Licence |
| Licence Channel Count |
48 IP cameras |
| Channels Per Camera |
1 licence channel per camera |
| Maximum Channels Per Server |
128 channels |
| Maximum Clients Per Server |
50 clients |
| Device Failover |
Automatic failover for up to 128 devices, included at no additional licence cost |
| Licence Expiry |
Licences do not expire |
| ARM Server Compatibility |
Cannot be activated on ARM servers |
| Camera Discovery |
Automatic camera discovery |
| Motion Search |
Smart motion search tool |
| Events and Rules |
Configurable events and rules engine with HTTP request support for third-party systems |
| Software Updates |
One-click online software version updates |
| Camera Integration |
Fully integrated with Hanwha Wisenet X series |
| Access Control Integration |
Bi-directional integration with Inner Range Inception via mobile app |
| Server Architecture |
Supports multi-server hives for scalable deployments |
| Operator Interface |
Drag-and-drop layout with customisable live and recorded view configurations, video wall support |
Ideal Use Cases
Multi-Level Commercial Buildings
Office towers, commercial complexes, and multi-tenancy buildings with 48 cameras spread across floors benefit from WAVE’s centralised management, drag-and-drop layout tools, and support for up to 50 simultaneous operator clients per server.
Retail and Hospitality Sites
Venues requiring event-triggered responses, such as automated alerts tied to camera analytics, can use WAVE’s rules engine to define automated actions without requiring an operator to monitor feeds continuously throughout trading hours.
Education and Healthcare Campuses
Campuses with distributed camera coverage across multiple buildings can leverage WAVE’s auto-discovery and server hive architecture to expand the installation incrementally as additional buildings or zones are brought online over time.
Installations with Access Control Integration
Sites running Inner Range Inception for access control can combine security and video management into a single operator interface using WAVE’s confirmed bi-directional Inception integration, reducing the number of systems operators need to switch between.
Projects Requiring Long-Term Cost Certainty
Installers pricing long-duration service contracts benefit from the non-expiring licence structure. With no annual renewal fees, the 48-channel allocation remains active for the duration of the installation without ongoing licence expenditure or renewal negotiations.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: Your installation requires exactly 48 managed IP camera channels on an x86-compatible server, you need built-in multi-server failover without paying for additional failover licences, and you are deploying Hanwha Wisenet cameras where native analytics integration is a priority.
- Choose a different model if: Your camera count is significantly below 48, as unused licence channels on this tier represent unnecessary spend and a smaller channel licence would be more cost-appropriate. Also consider a different model if the intended server hardware is ARM-based, as this licence cannot be activated in that environment.
- Choose a different model if: The installation is expected to grow well beyond 48 cameras in a short timeframe and a higher channel-count licence would reduce administrative overhead by avoiding the need to add supplementary licence keys mid-project.
FAQs
- What does the HAN-WAVE-PRO-48 licence actually activate?
This licence activates 48 camera channels within the Hanwha Wisenet WAVE VMS platform. Each connected IP camera consumes exactly 1 licence channel, so the licence supports a maximum of 48 cameras simultaneously. The licence also enables all core WAVE VMS features, including the events and rules engine, smart motion search, auto-discovery, and failover management for those channels.
- Do WAVE licences expire or require annual renewal?
Licences issued under this product do not expire. Once the 48-channel licence is activated on a compatible server, it remains valid for the life of the installation with no annual renewal cost. This differs from subscription-based VMS platforms and is one of the reasons WAVE is frequently chosen for long-term commercial deployments.
- Can this licence be activated on any server hardware?
No. Wisenet WAVE licences cannot be activated on ARM-based server hardware. The server must use an x86 processor architecture. Before purchasing, confirm the server platform. Common ARM-based devices such as certain low-power NAS units or embedded recorders are not compatible. If the licence is activated on incompatible hardware, it cannot be transferred or reused.
- Is multi-server failover included, or does it cost extra?
Multi-server redundant failover is built into the Wisenet WAVE software and covers up to 128 devices at no additional licence cost. You do not need to purchase a separate failover module or upgrade tier. This means recording can automatically switch to a secondary server if the primary server becomes unavailable, without additional expenditure.
- How does WAVE integrate with Hanwha Wisenet cameras specifically?
Wisenet WAVE is fully integrated with the Hanwha Wisenet X series, meaning camera-specific analytics and onboard intelligence are accessible directly within the VMS interface. Third-party cameras can also be connected, but the deepest feature integration applies to Wisenet cameras, making WAVE the logical VMS choice for Hanwha-based installations rather than a generic platform.
- Can I add more cameras beyond 48 later without replacing this licence?
Yes. Additional licence keys can be purchased and added to the same server, stacking up to the 128-channel per server maximum. If your installation grows, you can purchase supplementary channel licences to extend coverage without replacing the existing 48-channel key. For installations expected to exceed 128 channels, additional servers in a hive configuration would be required.
- Does WAVE support integration with Inner Range Inception access control?
Yes. Wisenet WAVE supports bi-directional integration with Inner Range Inception, allowing operators to manage both video surveillance and access control from a combined interface, including a mobile app. This integration is confirmed in the product specification and is one of the platform’s stated differentiators for sites running both systems. Security Wholesalers can assist in clarifying compatibility requirements for specific Inception firmware versions.
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