The Uniarch NVR-216E-P16 is a practical 16-channel Network Video Recorder built for CCTV systems that require direct PoE camera connection, reliable recording, and easy local monitoring. It is suitable for larger homes, shops, offices, warehouses, small commercial premises, schools, childcare centres, medical clinics, and other sites requiring up to 16 IP cameras.
With 16 built-in PoE ports, the NVR simplifies installation by allowing compatible PoE IP cameras to connect directly to the recorder. Each camera can receive power and data through a single Ethernet cable, reducing the need for separate power supplies or additional PoE switching equipment.
16 Channel Camera Recording
The NVR supports up to 16 IP camera inputs, making it a good choice for systems that need more coverage than a basic 4-channel or 8-channel recorder. It can display camera layouts including 1, 4, 6, 8, 9 and 16-camera live view modes.
Built-In 16 Port PoE Switch
The NVR-216E-P16 includes 16 independent PoE network interfaces for plug-and-play camera connection. Each PoE port supports up to 30W, with a total PoE budget of up to 240W across the recorder.
- PoE ports: 16 x RJ45 10/100M PoE interfaces
- Single port PoE output: Up to 30W
- Total PoE power budget: Up to 240W
- PoE standard: IEEE 802.3af/at
Ultra 265, H.265 and H.264 Compression
The NVR supports Ultra 265, H.265 and H.264 video formats. These compression options help reduce storage usage and bandwidth while still supporting high-quality surveillance recording.
Up to 8MP Recording Resolution
The NVR-216E-P16 supports recording resolutions up to 8MP, making it suitable for high-definition Uniarch, Uniview and compatible ONVIF IP camera systems.
Supported recording resolutions include 8MP, 6MP, 5MP, 4MP, 3MP, 1080p, 960p, 720p, D1, 2CIF and CIF.
HDMI and VGA Display Output
The recorder supports simultaneous HDMI and VGA output, allowing connection to a monitor or TV for live view, playback, setup and local operation.
- HDMI output: Up to 4K 3840 × 2160 at 30Hz
- VGA output: Up to 1920 × 1080 at 60Hz
ONVIF and RTSP Compatibility
The NVR supports mainstream cameras using ONVIF Profile S, Profile G and Profile T, as well as RTSP protocols. This provides flexibility when connecting compatible third-party IP cameras.
Strong Network Performance
With 160Mbps incoming bandwidth and 64Mbps outgoing bandwidth, the NVR is designed to handle multi-camera recording and remote viewing for typical 16-camera installations.
- Incoming bandwidth: 160Mbps
- Outgoing bandwidth: 64Mbps
- Remote users: Up to 128
- Main network port: 1 x RJ45 10/100/1000M Ethernet interface
2 HDD Bays for Longer Recording
The Uniarch NVR-216E-P16 includes 2 SATA HDD interfaces and supports up to 10TB per hard drive. This allows a total supported storage capacity of up to 20TB, depending on the installed drives.
16 Channel Synchronous Playback
The NVR supports 16-channel synchronous playback, allowing users to review multiple camera recordings at the same time. This is useful when investigating incidents across several camera angles.
Smart Detection Support by Camera
When paired with compatible smart cameras, the NVR supports camera-side VCA functions including intrusion detection, cross line detection, enter area and leave area detection. It also supports behaviour search, motion alarm, human body detection, video loss alarm and alarm input events.
Please note that smart detection features depend on the connected camera model and camera-side capability.
Alarm Input and Output
The NVR includes 4 alarm inputs and 1 alarm output, making it suitable for basic integration with external alarm devices, sensors, or triggering equipment where supported by the installation design.
ANR Storage Reliability
ANR technology helps improve storage reliability when the network connection is interrupted. This can assist in maintaining recording continuity in suitable camera and network configurations.
Key Features
- 16-channel IP camera input
- 16 built-in independent PoE ports
- Plug-and-play camera connection
- Supports Ultra 265, H.265 and H.264 video formats
- Up to 8MP recording resolution
- HDMI and VGA simultaneous output
- HDMI output up to 4K resolution
- ONVIF Profile S, Profile G, Profile T and RTSP support
- 160Mbps incoming bandwidth
- 64Mbps outgoing bandwidth
- Up to 128 remote users
- 16-channel synchronous playback
- 2 x SATA HDD bays, up to 10TB per HDD
- 4 alarm inputs and 1 alarm output
- Camera-side smart detection support
- ANR technology for improved recording reliability
- Cloud upgrade support
Technical Specifications
| Model |
NVR-216E-P16 |
| IP Video Input |
16-channel |
| PoE Ports |
16 x RJ45 10/100M PoE interfaces |
| Video Compression |
Ultra 265, H.265, H.264 |
| Recording Resolution |
8MP / 6MP / 5MP / 4MP / 3MP / 1080p / 960p / 720p / D1 / 2CIF / CIF |
| Incoming Bandwidth |
160Mbps |
| Outgoing Bandwidth |
64Mbps |
| Remote Users |
128 |
| Protocols |
TCP/IP, P2P, UPnP, DHCP, HTTP, HTTPS, DNS, DDNS, SMTP |
| ONVIF / RTSP |
ONVIF Profile S, Profile G, Profile T and RTSP |
| HDMI Output |
Up to 4K 3840 × 2160 at 30Hz |
| VGA Output |
Up to 1920 × 1080 at 60Hz |
| Audio Input |
1-channel RCA |
| Audio Output |
1-channel RCA |
| Audio Compression |
G.711A, G.711U |
| Synchronous Playback |
16-channel |
| Live View Display |
1 / 4 / 6 / 8 / 9 / 16 |
| Corridor Mode Screen |
3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 9 / 10 / 12 / 16 |
| Decoding Capability |
2 x 4K@30, 4 x 4MP@30, 5 x 3MP@30, 8 x 1080p@30, 16 x 720p@30 |
| HDD Interface |
2 x SATA |
| Maximum HDD Capacity |
Up to 10TB per HDD |
| Main Network Interface |
1 x RJ45 10/100/1000M self-adaptive Ethernet interface |
| USB Interface |
Front: 1 x USB 2.0, Rear: 1 x USB 3.0 |
| Alarm Input |
4-channel |
| Alarm Output |
1-channel |
| PoE Standard |
IEEE 802.3af/at |
| Single Port PoE Output |
Maximum 30W per port |
| Total PoE Budget |
Maximum 240W total |
| Power Supply |
100–240V AC |
| Power Consumption |
≤10W without HDD |
| Working Environment |
-10°C to +55°C, humidity ≤90% RH non-condensing |
| Dimensions |
380mm × 315mm × 53mm |
| Weight |
≤2.6kg without HDD |
Suitable Applications
- 16-camera home CCTV systems
- Retail stores and showrooms
- Offices and commercial tenancies
- Small warehouses and factories
- Schools, childcare centres and community buildings
- Medical clinics and professional offices
- Apartment common areas
- Sites requiring PoE cameras and local NVR recording
FAQs
How many cameras does the Uniarch NVR-216E-P16 support?
The Uniarch NVR-216E-P16 supports up to 16 IP cameras.
Does this NVR have built-in PoE ports?
Yes. It includes 16 built-in PoE ports, allowing compatible PoE IP cameras to be connected directly to the NVR using network cable.
What is the maximum camera resolution supported?
The NVR supports recording resolutions up to 8MP.
How many hard drives can be installed?
The NVR includes 2 SATA HDD interfaces and supports up to 10TB per hard drive.
Does it support ONVIF cameras?
Yes. The NVR supports ONVIF Profile S, Profile G and Profile T, as well as RTSP. Compatibility can vary depending on the third-party camera model and required features.
Can it display on a 4K monitor?
Yes. The HDMI output supports up to 4K resolution at 30Hz. VGA output is also available up to 1920 × 1080 at 60Hz.
Does it support smart detection?
Yes, when used with compatible cameras. Supported camera-side VCA functions include intrusion detection, cross line detection, enter area and leave area detection. Smart features depend on the connected camera model.
What is the PoE power budget?
The NVR supports up to 30W per PoE port, with a maximum total PoE budget of 240W.
Is this suitable for a 16-camera CCTV system?
Yes. This model is designed for up to 16 IP cameras and is a strong option for homes, shops, offices, warehouses and small commercial CCTV systems.
