Product Overview
Covering a full property with 8 cameras at 4K resolution, this HiLook AcuSense kit pairs 8 IPC-T381H-MU turret cameras with the HiLook NVR-108MH-C/8P 8-channel PoE NVR in a single plug-and-play package suited to homes, offices, warehouses, and small commercial sites. Each turret camera delivers 8MP resolution at 3840 x 2160, a 2.8mm fixed lens with a 113-degree horizontal field of view, 30m EXIR night vision, and IP67 weatherproof protection for outdoor and indoor mounting. AcuSense technology filters alerts by distinguishing humans and vehicles from other motion triggers, reducing unnecessary notifications across 8 camera feeds simultaneously. A built-in microphone on each camera adds audio context to recorded footage. The NVR connects all 8 cameras over PoE, outputs to 4K HDMI, and supports remote mobile viewing. No hard drive is included and storage must be selected separately.
Key Capabilities
8MP 4K Resolution Across All 8 Cameras
Every IPC-T381H-MU in this kit captures footage at 3840 x 2160, giving installers and end users sharp imagery across all camera positions simultaneously. At 4K, subject detail remains usable even when digitally zooming into a recorded frame during an incident review.
AcuSense Human and Vehicle Detection
AcuSense classifies moving objects as human or vehicle before triggering an alert, cutting down on notifications caused by animals, foliage, or lighting changes. Across an 8-camera system covering multiple entry points, this distinction keeps alerts actionable rather than constant.
8-Port PoE for Simplified Cabling
The NVR-108MH-C/8P provides 8 built-in PoE ports, meaning each camera connects with a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable carrying both power and data. No separate power adaptors or injectors are needed at any camera location, which simplifies installation across multi-room or multi-zone sites.
30m EXIR Night Vision on Every Camera
Each turret camera uses EXIR technology to project infrared illumination evenly across the scene to 30 metres, avoiding the bright centre hotspot found on older IR systems. Outdoor areas including driveways, car parks, and building perimeters remain visible in complete darkness.
H.265+ Compression for Storage Efficiency
H.265+ reduces the file size of recorded 8MP footage compared to older H.264 encoding without sacrificing image quality. When running 8 cameras continuously, this compression significantly extends how many days of footage a single hard drive can retain before overwriting.
Built-In Microphone on Each Camera
Every IPC-T381H-MU includes a built-in microphone, recording ambient audio alongside video at each camera position. This adds context to footage at entry points, reception areas, shopfronts, and outdoor zones where conversations or sounds may be relevant to an incident.
Best For
- Residential Properties Needing Full-Perimeter 4K Coverage: 8 cameras at 8MP resolution provides enough positions to cover all sides of a house, front and rear yards, driveways, and garage access points from a single NVR.
- Small Businesses With Multiple Entry Points: Shopfronts, offices, and small warehouses benefit from the combination of AcuSense detection and audio recording across all 8 positions, reducing missed incidents and improving alert quality.
- Installers Wanting a Pre-Matched PoE System: Camera and NVR compatibility is confirmed before purchase, and PoE connectivity means a single cable run per camera position with no separate power supply planning required.
- Sites With Outdoor and Indoor Coverage Needs: IP67-rated cameras can be mounted outdoors on eaves, soffits, or walls, while the same model works equally well indoors in warehouses, offices, or retail environments.
- Buyers Who Require Audio Evidence in Footage: The built-in microphone on each IPC-T381H-MU captures audio at every camera position, which is useful for sites where verbal incidents or access disputes may need to be reviewed.
Why Choose the HiLook IPC-T381H-MU + NVR-108MH-C/8P Kit
A basic 1080p kit at this channel count cannot match the level of detail available at 3840 x 2160, particularly when reviewing footage of faces or number plates from a distance. The IPC-T381H-MU brings AcuSense classification, a built-in microphone, 120dB WDR, and IP67 weatherproofing into each camera position, capabilities that simpler cameras omit entirely. The NVR-108MH-C/8P supports 80Mbps input bandwidth to handle all 8 high-resolution streams without dropping frames, outputs at 4K over HDMI for a sharp local monitoring display, and connects to mobile viewing apps for remote access. H.265+ compression across the full system reduces the storage demand of continuous 4K recording significantly. This kit is available at Security Wholesalers with the camera and NVR confirmed as compatible from the outset, removing guesswork from system design.
Package Inclusions
- 8 x HiLook IPC-T381H-MU 8MP AcuSense Outdoor Turret Camera – 8MP, 2.8mm Fixed Lens, 30m EXIR IR, Built-In Microphone, AcuSense Human/Vehicle Detection, 120dB WDR, IP67
- 1 x HiLook NVR-108MH-C/8P 8-Channel PoE NVR – 8 PoE Ports, 80Mbps Input Bandwidth, 4K HDMI Output, VGA Output, 1x SATA Bay, H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264, Mobile Viewing, No HDD Included
Buyer Decision Tips
Hard Drive Sizing for 8 x 8MP Cameras: This kit ships without a hard drive. Running 8 cameras at 8MP continuously generates significantly more data than a 4MP or 1080p system. With H.265+ compression, a 4TB drive typically provides around 7 to 10 days of continuous recording across all 8 channels, while a 6TB or 8TB drive extends this considerably. If you need more than two weeks of continuous footage, select a higher-capacity surveillance-grade drive when adding storage.
Lens Coverage and Camera Placement: All 8 IPC-T381H-MU cameras use a fixed 2.8mm lens with a 113-degree horizontal field of view. This wide angle is well suited to covering entry points, hallways, and open areas at shorter distances, typically up to 8 to 12 metres for useful subject detail. If you need to monitor a long driveway, car park aisle, or extended outdoor run beyond 15 metres, a narrow field of view lens or a dedicated bullet camera would serve that position better. Plan camera positions before purchasing if any location requires distance coverage.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Camera Model |
HiLook IPC-T381H-MU |
| NVR Model |
HiLook NVR-108MH-C/8P |
| Camera Quantity |
8 |
| Camera Resolution |
8MP (3840 x 2160) |
| Lens |
2.8mm fixed |
| Field of View |
113° horizontal, 62° vertical, 134° diagonal |
| IR Night Vision Range |
30m EXIR |
| WDR |
120dB true WDR |
| AI Detection |
AcuSense – human and vehicle classification |
| Audio |
Built-in microphone on each camera |
| Weatherproof Rating |
IP67 |
| Video Compression |
H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264 |
| NVR Channels |
8 channels |
| PoE Ports |
8 |
| NVR Input Bandwidth |
80Mbps |
| NVR Video Output |
HDMI (up to 4K) and VGA |
| Storage Interface |
1x SATA (HDD not included) |
| Remote Viewing |
Mobile app supported |
Ideal Use Cases
Residential Full-Perimeter Coverage
8 cameras at 8MP resolution allows a house to be covered at every angle without combining cameras from multiple kits. IP67 weatherproofing handles eave and soffit mounting at all external positions.
Retail Shopfronts and Convenience Stores
AcuSense human detection on each camera keeps alerts relevant during trading hours, while the built-in microphone on every IPC-T381H-MU captures audio context at counters and entry points.
Small Warehouses and Storage Facilities
The 2.8mm wide-angle lens on each camera covers loading bays, aisles, and access doors effectively at typical warehouse ceiling heights. IP67 rating handles dusty or unconditioned indoor environments.
Office Buildings with Multiple Entry Points
Reception areas, stairwells, car park entrances, and server rooms can each receive a dedicated camera from this kit. The NVR-108MH-C/8P handles all 8 streams with 80Mbps input bandwidth at full 4K quality.
Childcare Centres and Schools
AcuSense vehicle detection at drop-off zones and human detection at play areas and hallways provides targeted alerts. The built-in microphone on each camera adds an additional layer of monitoring at indoor positions.
Strata and Multi-Unit Residential Buildings
Shared car parks, lift lobbies, bin areas, and building entry points can each be assigned a camera. Mobile viewing on the NVR allows body corporate managers or building managers to check footage remotely without attending site.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this kit if: You need 8 camera positions at 4K resolution with AcuSense detection, built-in audio capture, and PoE simplicity in a single pre-matched package. This combination suits full-property residential coverage, multi-entry commercial sites, and installers who need a confirmed camera-to-NVR configuration.
- Choose a different kit if: You need to monitor long outdoor distances beyond 15 to 20 metres, where a bullet camera with a narrower lens would provide better subject detail than a 2.8mm wide-angle turret. This kit is also not suitable if you require more than 8 camera positions, as the NVR has no additional channel capacity beyond the 8 PoE ports supplied.
FAQs
- Does this kit include a hard drive?
No. The NVR-108MH-C/8P has 1 SATA bay but ships without a hard drive installed. You will need to add a compatible surveillance-grade hard drive separately before the system can record footage. A 4TB drive is a common starting point for 8-camera 8MP systems, though higher capacity drives extend retention periods significantly.
- How does AcuSense work across all 8 cameras simultaneously?
Each IPC-T381H-MU performs AcuSense classification independently at the camera level. When motion is detected, the camera analyses whether the object is a human or vehicle before sending an alert to the NVR. This means all 8 camera positions filter alerts independently, reducing notification volume from the entire system without relying on the NVR to do the classification work.
- Can I mount the IPC-T381H-MU cameras outdoors?
Yes. Each camera carries an IP67 rating, which means it is dust-tight and protected against water immersion up to 1 metre for 30 minutes. This makes the cameras suitable for external eave, soffit, and wall mounting in exposed outdoor environments including areas subject to rain, humidity, and dust.
- What cable type is required to connect the cameras to the NVR?
Each camera connects to one of the 8 PoE ports on the NVR-108MH-C/8P using a single Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cable. This single cable carries both power and video data. The standard maximum PoE cable run is 100 metres per camera. If any camera position is beyond 100 metres from the NVR, a PoE extender would be required.
- What is the field of view of the 2.8mm lens and what distance is it suited to?
The 2.8mm fixed lens on the IPC-T381H-MU provides a 113-degree horizontal field of view, which is wide-angle. This makes it well suited to covering entry doors, open rooms, driveways at close range, and indoor spaces at typical mounting heights of 2.5 to 3.5 metres. For positions where the subject of interest is consistently more than 12 to 15 metres from the camera, a narrower field of view may be more appropriate.
- Does the NVR support remote mobile viewing?
Yes. The NVR-108MH-C/8P supports remote viewing via mobile app, allowing you to check live and recorded footage from a smartphone or tablet over your network or internet connection. This applies to all 8 connected camera feeds from a single NVR login.
- Where can I get support for this kit after purchase?
This kit is part of the Security Wholesalers range and technical support is available directly. Both the IPC-T381H-MU camera datasheet and the NVR-108MH-C/8P datasheet are linked in the Additional Information section below for installation reference and specification confirmation.
Cabling Considerations
- Cable Type: Cat5e or Cat6 Ethernet cable is required for each camera run from the NVR PoE port to the camera.
- Maximum Cable Run: 100 metres per camera from the NVR PoE port. Runs beyond this distance require a PoE extender.
- PoE Considerations: The NVR-108MH-C/8P provides PoE power on all 8 ports. No separate power adaptors or injectors are required at camera positions within the 100-metre limit.
- Wiring Tips: Run cables through walls or conduit before mounting cameras. Leave sufficient cable length at each camera position to allow for bracket adjustment. Label each cable at the NVR end corresponding to its camera position to simplify future troubleshooting or camera replacement.
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