Product Overview
For installers and site owners who need a complete, ready-to-deploy 8MP surveillance system, this Hikvision 6-camera AcuSense kit pairs six DS-2CD2386G2H-IU turret cameras with the DS-7608NI-M2/8P 8-channel PoE NVR and a pre-installed 4TB hard drive. Each turret camera captures at 4K resolution with a 2.8mm fixed lens, 30m IR range, hybrid light support and IP67 weatherproof housing, making the cameras equally suited to eave mounting, wall mounting at entrances and soffit positions across residential and commercial sites. Featuring AcuSense deep-learning detection that classifies humans and vehicles separately, the system filters out nuisance triggers from animals, foliage and passing headlights. Built-in microphones on every camera allow on-site audio capture at each coverage point. The NVR supports 8 PoE ports with plug-and-play camera recognition, 8K display output, 128Mbps incoming bandwidth and dual HDD bays for future storage expansion.
Key Capabilities
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Detection
Deep-learning classification on the DS-2CD2386G2H-IU separates human and vehicle targets from background movement. This reduces event logs cluttered by birds, wind-blown vegetation and passing car headlights, so genuine intrusion events are easy to locate during footage review.
8MP 4K Resolution Across All 6 Cameras
Each camera delivers 8-megapixel 4K output, providing enough image detail to identify faces, clothing and number plates within the camera’s field of view. The 2.8mm lens suits entry points, driveways and open outdoor areas where a wide coverage angle is needed.
DarkFighter Low-Light Performance
Powered-by-DarkFighter technology allows the cameras to produce usable colour footage in near-dark conditions before switching to IR. Combined with 120dB true WDR, the cameras handle challenging lighting situations including backlit doorways and mixed indoor-outdoor scenes.
8-Channel PoE NVR with Plug-and-Play Setup
The DS-7608NI-M2/8P provides 8 built-in PoE ports that power and connect each camera over a single Cat6 cable run. Plug-and-play detection recognises Hikvision cameras automatically on the network, reducing commissioning time on site.
4TB Pre-Installed Storage with Dual HDD Bay
The NVR ships with a 4TB surveillance-grade hard drive already installed, so recording begins immediately after setup. A second HDD bay is available for storage expansion if longer retention periods are required as additional cameras are added to the remaining 2 free channels.
IP67 Weatherproof Turret Housing
All 6 cameras carry an IP67 dust and water ingress rating, making them suitable for exposed outdoor mounting positions including eaves, soffits, wall surfaces and undercover carports. The turret form factor keeps the profile low and the ball-joint head adjustable after mounting.
Best For
- Residential Multi-Point Coverage: 6 cameras cover front entry, rear yard, side gates and driveway simultaneously using a single NVR, with PoE simplifying the cable run to each position.
- Small to Medium Commercial Sites: Offices, retail tenancies, warehouses and light industrial premises needing 4K coverage across up to 6 external or internal positions with smart detection filtering.
- Sites Prioritising Smart Detection Over Volume: Where event accuracy matters more than camera count, AcuSense human and vehicle classification keeps recordings and notifications relevant rather than constant.
- Installers Needing a Complete Supply in One Order: Cameras, NVR and storage are bundled together and matched for compatibility, removing the need to source and verify components separately.
Why Choose the DS-68MP8CH-3TB
What separates this kit from a basic 8MP bundle is the combination of AcuSense deep-learning classification and DarkFighter low-light capability across every camera. A system using standard motion detection at the same resolution would generate far more irrelevant recording events and require significantly more review time to locate genuine incidents. The DS-2CD2386G2H-IU applies human and vehicle filtering at the camera level, so the NVR only flags what matters. The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports 8K display output, 128Mbps bandwidth and a second HDD bay, giving the system headroom for storage upgrades or the addition of 2 further cameras to the 8 available channels. With 4TB pre-installed and plug-and-play PoE across all 8 ports, this kit is ready to record immediately after cabling. Available at Security Wholesalers, the DS-68MP8CH-3TB is a well-matched system for residential and commercial sites where detection accuracy and image detail are both priorities.
Package Inclusions
Buyer Decision Tips
Storage and Retention Planning: With 6 cameras recording at 8MP using H.265+ compression, a 4TB drive provides a practical retention window for continuous recording. If you need longer retention, perhaps 30 days or more at full resolution, the DS-7608NI-M2/8P has a second HDD bay ready for an additional surveillance-grade drive. Estimate your required retention before installation so the second drive can be added at the same time, avoiding a return visit later.
Camera Placement and Lens Angle: All 6 cameras in this kit ship with 2.8mm fixed lenses, which produce a wide angle of view well suited to entries, carparks and open yards at distances up to around 8-10 metres. If you have a long narrow approach, a corridor, or a lane where you need more reach at tighter framing, a different lens focal length would be more appropriate. Check each camera position against this constraint before ordering.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Camera Model |
Hikvision DS-2CD2386G2H-IU (x6) |
| Camera Resolution |
8MP (4K) |
| Lens |
2.8mm fixed |
| IR Range |
Up to 30m |
| Light Technology |
Hybrid light (DarkFighter), 120dB true WDR |
| Smart Detection |
AcuSense – human and vehicle target classification (deep learning) |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone (audio input) |
| Weather Rating |
IP67 |
| Camera Housing |
Turret (eyeball) |
| Compression |
H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264 |
| NVR Model |
Hikvision DS-7608NI-M2/8P |
| NVR Channels |
8 channels |
| PoE Ports |
8 x PoE (plug-and-play) |
| NVR Incoming Bandwidth |
Up to 128Mbps |
| NVR Display Output |
8K |
| HDD Bays |
2 (1 x 4TB pre-installed) |
| Included Storage |
4TB surveillance-grade HDD |
| Camera Count in Kit |
6 |
Ideal Use Cases
Residential Property Perimeter
6 IP67-rated turret cameras cover the front entry, driveway, side gates and rear yard of a typical residential property. AcuSense filtering means the homeowner receives alerts for people and vehicles rather than every movement event triggered by shadows or animals.
Retail or Office Premises
4K resolution at each camera position captures enough detail to support incident review across entry and exit points, car parks and internal areas. The NVR’s 8K display output allows multi-camera viewing on a compatible monitor during live or recorded review.
Light Industrial and Warehouse Sites
IP67 housings and DarkFighter low-light performance suit warehouse exteriors, loading dock areas and yard perimeters where lighting is inconsistent and cameras are exposed to dust and moisture. Human and vehicle detection supports after-hours monitoring without constant false triggers.
Construction Site Monitoring
Temporary site offices and fenced construction yards benefit from the kit’s IP67 weatherproofing and 30m IR range. AcuSense human detection allows after-hours person alerts to be sent accurately, and the 4TB storage provides an adequate buffer for reviewing incidents across multiple days.
Body Corporate and Strata Buildings
Carparks, lobby entries, bin areas and lift lobbies across a strata building can be covered by the 6 camera positions. PoE delivery over Cat6 simplifies the cable run through ceiling cavities to a centralised NVR location, and the plug-and-play NVR reduces the time required for commissioning.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this kit if: You need 6 cameras at 8MP with AcuSense smart detection, a complete PoE NVR with 4TB storage pre-installed, and IP67 weatherproof turret cameras for outdoor mounting at eaves, walls or soffits across residential or light commercial sites.
- Choose a different kit if: You need more than 6 cameras covered under a single NVR from the outset, require a focal length longer than 2.8mm for distant or narrow-angle coverage positions, or need active deterrence such as a built-in strobe and siren on the cameras themselves.
- Choose a different kit if: Your site requires analogue or hybrid coaxial cable infrastructure rather than IP PoE, as this system is a fully IP-based solution requiring Cat5e or Cat6 cabling to each camera position.
FAQs
- Does the NVR in this kit come with a hard drive already installed?
Yes. The DS-7608NI-M2/8P is supplied with a 4TB surveillance-grade hard drive pre-installed in the NVR. Recording can begin immediately once cameras are connected and the NVR is powered. The NVR has a second HDD bay available if additional storage capacity is needed later.
- What type of cabling do I need to connect each camera to the NVR?
Each DS-2CD2386G2H-IU camera connects to the NVR using a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable. The NVR’s 8 built-in PoE ports deliver both power and data over the same cable, so no separate power supply is required at each camera location. Maximum recommended cable run per PoE port is 100 metres.
- How does AcuSense detection work on the DS-2CD2386G2H-IU cameras?
AcuSense uses deep-learning algorithms built into each camera to classify detected objects as either humans or vehicles. When motion is detected, the camera analyses the shape and movement pattern of the trigger. Only events matching human or vehicle profiles generate alerts, reducing the number of notifications caused by animals, insects, blowing foliage or changes in lighting.
- Can I mount these cameras outdoors on an eave or external wall?
Yes. All 6 cameras carry an IP67 weatherproof rating, meaning they are protected against dust ingress and water jets from any direction. The turret housing is suitable for eave, soffit and wall mounting. Optional Hikvision junction boxes and wall mount brackets are available separately if surface cable concealment or wall projection is needed at the installation point.
- Do the cameras record audio as well as video?
Each DS-2CD2386G2H-IU (-IU suffix) includes a built-in microphone that captures audio at the camera location. Audio is recorded by the NVR alongside the video stream. Note that local laws regarding audio recording in Australia vary by state, so confirm the applicable requirements for your installation location before enabling audio recording.
- How many cameras can I add to the system in the future?
The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports 8 IP camera inputs. This kit uses 6 of those channels, leaving 2 ports available for additional cameras. Any Hikvision IP camera compatible with the NVR’s firmware version can be added to the remaining PoE ports without hardware changes. Security Wholesalers stocks a range of compatible Hikvision cameras if you need to expand at a later date.
- What resolution does the NVR support for live viewing and playback?
The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports up to 8K display output and can decode up to 8 channels simultaneously at 8MP. This means all 6 cameras can be viewed at full 4K resolution on a compatible monitor. The NVR also supports H.265+ compression, which reduces the storage footprint of 8MP footage compared to standard H.264 recording at the same quality level.
Cabling Considerations
- Cable Type: Cat5e minimum, Cat6 recommended for all camera runs. Cat6 provides better signal integrity over longer distances and reduces the risk of PoE voltage drop when running close to the maximum cable length.
- Maximum Cable Run: 100 metres per PoE camera run from the NVR PoE port to the camera. Runs exceeding this limit will cause connection instability or camera dropout.
- PoE Considerations: The DS-7608NI-M2/8P provides PoE power directly on all 8 ports. No separate PoE switch or injector is required. Each camera draws PoE power over the same Cat6 cable used for data, keeping the installation clean with a single cable per camera.
- Wiring Tips: Run cables before mounting cameras. Where cameras are installed on external eaves or soffits, use conduit or cable clips rated for outdoor UV exposure to protect cable sheaths from sun degradation. Terminate cables with RJ45 plugs or keystone connectors rated for Cat6, and test each run with a cable tester before powering the NVR.
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