HiLook DVR-216U-M2 8MP 16CH Turbo HD DVR with Motion Detection 2.0 H.265 Pro+ 24CH IP Support 2 SATA Up to 10TB Each No HDD Included

Product SKU: DVR-216U-M2

Product Overview

The HiLook DVR-216U-M2 is a 16-channel Turbo HD digital video recorder designed for larger coaxial CCTV systems requiring high-resolution recording, intelligent motion filtering and substantial hybrid IP-camera expansion. Sixteen BNC inputs support HDTVI, AHD, HDCVI and CVBS cameras, including compatible HDTVI and HDCVI video up to 8MP. Motion Detection 2.0 provides deep-learning human and vehicle classification across all 16 analogue channels, helping reduce irrelevant motion alarms and improve recorded-event searching. H.265 Pro+ compression improves storage efficiency, while audio over coax is supported across compatible analogue channels. The recorder supports up to 24 IP channels in standard expansion and as many as 32 IP channels in Enhanced IP mode. Dual SATA interfaces accept up to 10TB per drive, while 4K HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet and 16-channel synchronous playback suit larger residential and commercial surveillance systems.

Key Capabilities

Best For

• 16-camera coaxial CCTV systems: Sixteen analogue inputs suit larger homes, retail sites, offices, warehouses and commercial properties.
• Existing Turbo HD upgrades: Replace an older recorder while retaining compatible cameras and installed coaxial infrastructure.
• High-resolution analogue systems: Supports compatible HDTVI and HDCVI camera video up to 8MP.
• Hybrid analogue/IP expansion: Add increasing numbers of compatible IP cameras without immediately replacing all analogue channels.
• Longer recording retention: Two SATA bays provide greater storage flexibility than single-HDD DVR models.

Why Choose the DVR-216U-M2

The DVR-216U-M2 provides a practical upgrade platform for larger CCTV systems that already use coaxial infrastructure but need improved resolution, smarter motion filtering and more room for future expansion. Sixteen analogue inputs support multiple HD video standards, while Motion Detection 2.0 adds human and vehicle classification across every analogue channel. H.265 Pro+ helps control storage consumption, dual SATA bays increase retention options and Gigabit Ethernet supports a larger network workload. IP expansion also allows the recorder to evolve progressively toward a hybrid or predominantly IP system. Available through Security Wholesalers, it is particularly suitable where existing cabling needs to be preserved while improving recording capability and future camera scalability.

Buyer Decision Tips

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Product	16-channel Turbo HD DVR with Motion Detection 2.0 and hybrid IP-camera support.
Model	DVR-216U-M2.
Analogue Video Inputs	16 × BNC.
Supported Analogue Formats	HDTVI, AHD, HDCVI and CVBS.
Maximum HDTVI Input	Up to 8MP, including 3840 × 2160 at supported input frame rates.
Maximum HDCVI Input	Up to 8MP at supported input frame rates.
Standard IP Input	8 IP channels, expandable up to 24 IP channels as analogue channels are converted.
Enhanced IP Mode	16 IP channels initially, expandable up to 32 IP channels; each up to 4 Mbps and up to 8MP.
Motion Detection	Motion Detection 2.0 with deep-learning human and vehicle classification on all 16 analogue channels.
Quick Search	Search by supported object or event type.
Video Compression	H.265 Pro+, H.265 Pro, H.265, H.264+ and H.264.
Encoding Resolutions	8MP, 5MP, 3K, 4MP, 3MP, 1080p, 720p, WD1, 4CIF, VGA and CIF.
Main Stream Frame Rates	8MP at 8 fps; 3K at 12 fps; 5MP at 12 fps; 4MP at 15 fps; 8MP Lite at 15 fps; 3MP at 18 fps; 1080p/720p/WD1/4CIF/VGA/CIF at up to 25 fps PAL / 30 fps NTSC.
Video Bitrate	32 Kbps to 10 Mbps.
Dual Stream	Supported.
Audio Over Coax	Up to 16 compatible analogue channels.
Audio Input	1 × RCA plus supported coaxial audio.
Audio Output	1 × RCA.
Two-Way Audio	1 channel using the RCA audio input.
Audio Compression	G.711u, 64 Kbps.
HDMI Output	1 channel, up to 4K 3840 × 2160 at 30 Hz.
VGA Output	1 channel, up to 1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz.
Video Output Mode	HDMI and VGA simultaneous output.
Synchronous Playback	16 channels.
Total Bandwidth	128 Mbps.
Remote Connections	Up to 128.
Network Interface	1 × RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps self-adaptive Gigabit Ethernet.
Network Protocols	TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, HiLookVision, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, NFS, iSCSI, UPnP, HTTPS and ONVIF.
Wi-Fi	Can connect to a compatible Wi-Fi network using a supported USB Wi-Fi dongle.
USB	Front: 1 × USB 2.0; rear: 1 × USB 3.0.
SATA	2 SATA interfaces.
Maximum HDD Capacity	Up to 10TB per hard drive, up to 20TB total with two supported 10TB drives.
Hard Drive Included	No HDD Included.
Power Supply	12 V DC, 5 A.
Power Consumption	Up to 25 W without HDD.
Operating Temperature	-10°C to 55°C.
Operating Humidity	10% to 90%.
Dimensions	384 × 315 × 52 mm.
Weight	Up to approximately 2 kg without HDD.

Ideal Use Cases

Choosing the Right Model

• Choose the DVR-216U-M2 if: You need 16 analogue Turbo HD inputs, compatible 8MP camera support, Motion Detection 2.0, dual HDD bays, 4K HDMI and substantial hybrid IP expansion.
• Choose the DVR-208U-M1 if: Eight analogue camera channels and one HDD bay are sufficient for the installation.
• Choose an NVR if: The installation will use only IP cameras and does not require compatibility with existing coaxial cameras.
• Choose a higher-storage recorder if: More than two hard drives or more than 20TB of installed local storage is required for the target retention period.

FAQs

1. Is the HiLook DVR-216U-M2 an 8MP DVR?
   Yes. The DVR-216U-M2 supports compatible HDTVI and HDCVI camera inputs up to 8MP and can encode 8MP video at up to 8 fps. It also supports 3K and 5MP at up to 12 fps, 4MP at up to 15 fps and 1080p or 720p at up to 25 fps in PAL operation. This makes it suitable for larger coaxial CCTV systems that need higher-resolution recording without replacing the complete analogue installation with IP equipment.
2. How many analogue and IP cameras can the DVR-216U-M2 support?
   The recorder has 16 BNC analogue video inputs. In its standard IP configuration it supports eight IP channels and can scale to as many as 24 IP channels as analogue channels are converted. With Enhanced IP mode enabled, 16 IP channels are available initially and the recorder can scale to as many as 32 IP channels, each up to 4 Mbps and up to 8MP. Enhanced IP mode can affect Motion Detection 2.0 or other smart functions, so the required operating mode should be planned before commissioning.
3. What is Motion Detection 2.0 on the DVR-216U-M2?
   Motion Detection 2.0 uses deep-learning-based human and vehicle classification on all 16 analogue channels. It helps distinguish people and vehicles from irrelevant movement such as leaves or changing lights, reducing false alarms compared with conventional motion detection. Quick search by object or event type is also supported, making recorded footage easier to review when searching for relevant human or vehicle activity.
4. What compression formats does the DVR-216U-M2 support?
   The DVR-216U-M2 supports H.265 Pro+, H.265 Pro, H.265, H.264+ and H.264 video compression. H.265 Pro+ is designed to improve encoding efficiency and reduce storage requirements compared with older compression methods. Actual recording duration still depends on camera count, resolution, frame rate, scene complexity, bitrate settings and whether recording is continuous or event based.
5. How much hard-drive storage can the DVR-216U-M2 support?
   The recorder has two SATA interfaces and supports up to two hard drives with capacity up to 10TB each, for a maximum installed capacity of up to 20TB when two supported 10TB drives are fitted. No HDD Included. When sizing storage through Security Wholesalers, calculate retention around the required recording period, camera count, resolution, bitrate and recording schedule rather than selecting capacity alone.
6. Does the DVR-216U-M2 support audio over coax?
   Yes. The DVR supports audio over coax on up to 16 compatible analogue channels, allowing supported camera audio to travel through the same coaxial infrastructure as video. It also provides one RCA audio input, one RCA audio output and one-channel two-way audio using the RCA audio input. Audio capability still depends on the connected camera and system configuration.
7. What display and network connections does the DVR-216U-M2 provide?
   The recorder provides one HDMI output supporting up to 4K 3840 × 2160 at 30 Hz and one VGA output supporting up to 1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz, with simultaneous HDMI and VGA operation. It also includes a Gigabit RJ45 network interface and supports up to 128 remote connections. These capabilities suit larger systems where multiple camera streams and remote users need to be handled through one recorder.
8. Who should choose the HiLook DVR-216U-M2?
   Choose the DVR-216U-M2 when an installation needs 16 analogue Turbo HD inputs, support for compatible 8MP cameras, Motion Detection 2.0, H.265 Pro+ compression, audio over coax, Gigabit networking and two SATA bays supporting up to 10TB each. It is particularly useful for upgrading a larger existing coaxial CCTV system while retaining the option to expand progressively with IP cameras.

Additional Information

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