Product Overview
Sites needing coverage across multiple entry points, yards, driveways and perimeter areas will find this Hikvision 10 Camera 8MP AcuSense Active Deterrence Turret Kit a purpose-built solution for both recording detail and proactive response. Built around 10 x DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL turret cameras, the kit delivers 4K image capture at each camera position alongside AcuSense human and vehicle classification, built-in strobe light, audible alarm, and two-way audio with a built-in microphone and speaker. The 2.8mm fixed lens provides a wide viewing angle suited to entrances, shopfronts, loading areas, and outdoor walkways. Powering and managing all 10 cameras is the DS-7616NI-M2/16P 16-channel PoE NVR, which also leaves 6 spare channels for future expansion. No hard drive is included, so a compatible surveillance-grade HDD must be sourced separately before footage can be retained.
Key Capabilities
10 x 8MP Turret Camera Coverage
Ten 4K turret cameras allow simultaneous monitoring of driveways, gates, entrances, yard perimeters, loading areas, and shopfronts across a single site. Each camera captures detail at 8MP, giving installers the flexibility to position units at practical mounting heights on eaves, soffits, or exterior walls.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Classification
Deep learning-based AcuSense technology filters events by classifying movement as human or vehicle. This reduces the number of alerts triggered by animals, wind-blown debris, or passing headlights, which improves the relevance of notifications and makes event-based playback searches faster across a 10-camera system.
Active Deterrence with Strobe and Audio Alarm
Each camera includes a built-in strobe light and audible alarm that can be triggered by smart detection events. When configured correctly, these features allow the system to respond to an intrusion event with a visible and audible warning rather than silently recording it, which is useful for after-hours perimeter and yard security.
Two-Way Audio
The DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL includes a built-in microphone and speaker, enabling two-way audio communication when connected and configured through a compatible NVR or client application. This supports remote verbal warnings, visitor interaction at entry points, and staff communication across monitored areas.
16-Channel PoE NVR with Expansion Capacity
The DS-7616NI-M2/16P NVR powers all 10 cameras via its 16 integrated PoE ports and manages recording, playback, and display output up to 8K via HDMI. With 6 channels remaining after the initial 10-camera setup, the system supports future expansion as site coverage requirements grow.
H.265+ Compression and 120dB WDR
H.265+ encoding reduces the bandwidth and storage load across all 10 camera streams, which is important when sizing a surveillance HDD. The 120dB Wide Dynamic Range capability helps maintain usable image quality at high-contrast locations such as roller door entrances, shopfront glass, and backlit gate areas.
Best For
- Commercial Perimeter Monitoring: The combination of AcuSense detection, 30m IR night vision, and active deterrence makes this kit suited to securing gates, fences, loading areas, and yard perimeters where after-hours intrusion is a concern.
- Retail and Shopfront Coverage: Ten 8MP cameras with 2.8mm wide-angle lenses cover entry doors, aisles, cash-handling points, and stock areas while 120dB WDR handles bright shopfront lighting conditions.
- Warehouses and Industrial Sites: Active strobe and audio alarm functions give the system a real-time response capability at loading docks, roller doors, and restricted zones that a passive recording-only system cannot provide.
- Large Residential Properties: Driveways, garages, side access paths, and backyard perimeters across larger homes benefit from the wide-angle coverage and intelligent human classification that reduces nuisance alerts from animals or foliage movement.
- Schools, Offices, and Multi-Area Sites: The 16-channel NVR manages all 10 cameras from a single interface, with 6 spare channels available if coverage needs to be extended to additional buildings, car parks, or entry points later.
Why Choose the Hikvision 10 Camera 8MP AcuSense Active Deterrence Turret Kit
A standard 8MP camera kit records what happens. This Hikvision kit is configured to respond to it. The DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL cameras layer AcuSense classification on top of 4K imaging, so the system generates alerts based on human and vehicle movement rather than every motion event. The built-in strobe and audio alarm allow those alerts to translate into a physical deterrence response at the camera, which a recording-only setup cannot replicate. Two-way audio, confirmed through the built-in microphone and speaker on each unit, adds a communication layer that is useful at entry gates, shopfronts, and staffed sites. The DS-7616NI-M2/16P NVR handles 256Mbps incoming bandwidth across 16 channels, keeping all 10 streams stable with room for future cameras. Available through Security Wholesalers, this kit suits sites where detection accuracy, deterrence, and scalable recording all need to work together from the same system.
Package Inclusions
Buyer Decision Tips
Storage Sizing Before Purchase: This kit ships with no hard drive. With 10 x 8MP cameras recording continuously, storage consumption is significant even with H.265+ compression. Calculate your required retention period (7, 14, or 30 days) and total camera bitrate before selecting a surveillance-grade HDD. A single drive bay NVR configuration may suit shorter retention periods, but high-channel 24/7 recording at 4K resolution will consume storage quickly at standard quality settings. Confirm HDD compatibility with the DS-7616NI-M2/16P before purchasing.
Audio Recording Compliance: The DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL cameras include a built-in microphone and speaker. Audio recording in Australia is subject to state and territory surveillance laws, and recording audio without consent in certain contexts may require signage or may be restricted. Confirm applicable privacy and surveillance legislation for your installation location and property type before enabling audio features across all 10 cameras.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Camera Model |
DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL |
| Camera Quantity |
10 cameras |
| Camera Type |
Fixed Turret Network Camera |
| Camera Resolution |
8MP (4K) |
| Lens |
2.8mm fixed lens |
| IR Night Vision Range |
Up to 30m |
| AI Detection |
AcuSense human and vehicle classification (deep learning) |
| Active Deterrence |
Built-in strobe light and audio alarm |
| Audio |
Two-way audio with built-in microphone and speaker |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
120dB WDR |
| Video Compression |
H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 |
| Camera Protection Rating |
IP67 |
| NVR Model |
DS-7616NI-M2/16P |
| NVR Channels |
16 IP camera channels |
| PoE Ports |
16 PoE ports |
| NVR Maximum Input Resolution |
Up to 32MP |
| NVR Incoming Bandwidth |
Up to 256Mbps |
| NVR Outgoing Bandwidth |
Up to 256Mbps |
| HDMI Output |
Up to 8K |
| Hard Drive |
NO HDD INCLUDED – must be purchased separately |
Ideal Use Cases
Warehouse and Loading Dock Security
AcuSense vehicle classification and active deterrence with strobe and audio alarm make this kit effective at loading docks, roller doors, and despatch zones where after-hours vehicle access and foot traffic both need to be monitored and responded to in real time.
Retail Store and Shopfront Coverage
The 2.8mm wide-angle lens captures broad coverage across entry doors, sales floors, and stock areas. The 120dB WDR setting helps maintain usable footage at glass shopfronts with strong backlighting, and the AcuSense classification keeps alerts focused on people rather than background movement.
Large Residential Perimeters
Properties with multiple external areas including driveways, garages, side gates, and rear yards can deploy all 10 cameras across the perimeter using a single NVR. IR coverage to 30m handles unlit areas, and the built-in strobe serves as a visible deterrent if someone enters a monitored zone after hours.
School Campuses and Education Facilities
Two-way audio through the built-in microphone and speaker supports communication at access-controlled entry points. AcuSense helps manage alert volume across a multi-building site, and the 16-channel NVR allows additional cameras to be added to cover car parks or secondary buildings without replacing the recorder.
Commercial Yard and Perimeter Fencing
Industrial yards and commercial properties with defined perimeter fencing benefit from the combination of human classification and strobe deterrence. When configured with intrusion detection zones, the cameras can trigger audio and visual warnings automatically at fence lines, access gates, and restricted areas.
Office Buildings and Car Parks
The 16-channel NVR provides a single management point for monitoring across an office building with multiple floors, car park levels, or separate access points. H.265+ compression keeps storage and bandwidth manageable across all 10 camera streams, and 6 spare NVR channels allow coverage to be extended without upgrading the recorder.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this kit if: Your site has multiple outdoor areas to cover and you need both 4K recording and a proactive deterrence response. The active strobe, audio alarm, and two-way audio features separate this kit from standard recording-only packages, and the 16-channel NVR gives you room to expand beyond the 10 included cameras.
- Choose a different kit if: Your site requires long-range IR beyond 30m, such as a wide open yard or extended driveway approach. A bullet-style camera with varifocal or long-range IR would provide better range performance in those scenarios. If you need a fully plug-and-play system with a pre-installed HDD, consider a kit bundle that includes a drive to avoid a separate storage purchase.
- Choose a different kit if: You only need to cover 4 to 6 areas and do not require active deterrence. A smaller kit without strobe and audio features may suit lower-complexity sites with fewer monitoring points and a tighter budget.
FAQs
- What is included in this kit and what do I need to purchase separately?
The kit includes 10 x DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL 8MP AcuSense active deterrence turret cameras and 1 x DS-7616NI-M2/16P 16-channel PoE NVR. No HDD is included. You will need to purchase a compatible surveillance-grade hard drive separately before the system can retain recorded footage. Network cables for each camera run are also not included.
- How does the active deterrence function work on these cameras?
Each DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL camera includes a built-in strobe light and audio alarm. When the NVR is configured with smart detection rules tied to AcuSense human or vehicle events, the camera can trigger these outputs automatically in response to a detected intrusion. This requires proper configuration through the NVR interface and cannot be activated without setup.
- Do all 10 cameras support two-way audio out of the box?
Yes. Each DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL camera includes both a built-in microphone and a built-in speaker, which means two-way audio communication is supported at every camera position when configured correctly through a compatible NVR or client software. Audio recording compliance with local surveillance laws should be confirmed before enabling this feature.
- How many additional cameras can be added to this system?
The DS-7616NI-M2/16P NVR has 16 IP camera channels and 16 PoE ports. This kit uses 10 of those channels, leaving 6 ports available for additional compatible IP cameras. The NVR supports cameras up to 32MP resolution and handles up to 256Mbps incoming bandwidth across all connected channels.
- What hard drive should I use with this NVR, and how much storage do I need?
A surveillance-grade HDD rated for 24/7 operation is strongly recommended. Consumer desktop drives are not designed for continuous multi-stream recording and may fail prematurely. The required capacity depends on your retention period, the number of cameras recording, and the bitrate settings. With 10 x 8MP cameras, H.265+ compression will reduce consumption but a multi-terabyte drive is typically needed for extended retention. Confirm HDD compatibility with the DS-7616NI-M2/16P specification before purchasing.
- What is the night vision range for these cameras, and what affects it?
The DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL cameras have a listed IR range of up to 30m. Actual performance depends on mounting height, the reflectivity of surfaces in the scene, nearby ambient light sources, weather conditions, and the angle of the subject relative to the camera. Mounting too high can reduce effective IR coverage, and highly reflective surfaces may cause overexposure near the camera.
- Can the 2.8mm lens cameras cover a long driveway or large open area?
The 2.8mm fixed lens on the DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL provides a wide field of view suited to covering broad areas at shorter ranges, such as doorways, entry foyers, shopfronts, and yard sections. For long driveway approaches or extended outdoor distances beyond 20 to 25 metres, a narrower lens or a camera with longer IR range would typically provide better subject detail at the far end of the coverage zone.
- Where can I get technical support or further advice about this kit?
Security Wholesalers stocks this Hikvision 10 Camera 8MP AcuSense Active Deterrence Turret Kit and can assist with product queries, compatibility questions, and HDD recommendations. Datasheet documentation for both the DS-2CD2386G2H-IS2U/SL camera and the DS-7616NI-M2/16P NVR is available through the Additional Information links below for detailed technical reference.
Cabling Considerations
- Cable Type: Cat5e or Cat6 UTP or FTP cable is recommended for all camera runs connecting to the DS-7616NI-M2/16P NVR PoE ports. Shielded FTP cable is preferred in environments with high electrical interference such as industrial sites or areas near switchboards.
- Maximum Cable Run: The standard maximum cable run for PoE over Cat5e or Cat6 is 100 metres per camera. Runs exceeding this distance will require a mid-span PoE extender or a PoE switch placed closer to the camera position.
- PoE Considerations: The DS-7616NI-M2/16P provides PoE power across all 16 ports. Confirm the total PoE power budget of the NVR against the combined power draw of all connected cameras before installation. Active deterrence cameras with built-in speakers and strobe lights may draw more power than standard IP cameras.
- Wiring Tips: Plan cable routes before installation to avoid sharp bends, stapling through the cable jacket, or running data cables in parallel with high-voltage power cables over long distances. Label each cable at both ends during installation to simplify future maintenance, NVR port identification, and troubleshooting across all 10 camera positions.
Additional Information
