6MP 4CH Hikvision CCTV Kit: 4 x Outdoor Turret Cameras + 4CH NVR

Model: 4x DS-2CD2365G1-I / DS-7604NI-I1-4P

Who This Is For

For property owners and small business operators who need a complete, ready-to-run outdoor surveillance system without the guesswork of matching cameras to a recorder. This kit pairs 4 x DS-2CD2365G1-I 6MP outdoor turret cameras with the DS-7604NI-I1-4P 4-channel PoE NVR - a recorder that powers all 4 cameras directly over the same Cat cable that carries the video signal. No separate power runs, no power adapters at each camera position. The turret housing suits eave, soffit, and wall mounting across homes, small retail premises, warehouses, and childcare facilities. At 6MP resolution, each camera delivers 3072 x 2048 imagery - substantially more detail than a 4MP or 1080p system - which matters when you need to read a number plate approach or identify a face from a wide-angle position. With 30m IR range and IP67 weather protection, all 4 cameras are rated for year-round outdoor use.

What This System Actually Does

Who Buys This Model

• Residential property owners covering 3-4 external positions (front entry, driveway, rear yard, side gate) who want a single-run PoE install without coordinating separate power at each camera location.
• Small retail and cafe operators who need 6MP detail at the counter and entry points to support insurance claims or identify shoplifting incidents during recorded footage review.
• Childcare facility managers specifying outdoor perimeter coverage where IP67 housings and -30°C to +60°C operating range ensure year-round compliance without weatherproofing concerns.
• Warehouse and light industrial tenants who need visible 30m IR coverage of loading dock approaches and yard areas, and want the NVR and cameras from a single matched system.
• Installers handling straightforward residential jobs who want a factory-matched Hikvision kit that is pre-configured to work together, reducing commissioning time on a 4-camera PoE run.

Honest Assessment

This kit does the fundamentals well. The 6MP sensor delivers a genuine resolution step up over 4MP and 1080p systems, and the combination of 120dB WDR and 0.008 Lux sensitivity means the cameras handle the kinds of mixed-light outdoor positions - entries, driveways, roller doors - that cause problems for lower-spec hardware. The built-in PoE switch on the NVR makes the cabling run clean and straightforward for a standard 4-camera layout. H.265+ keeps storage manageable, and the IP67 housings are suited to any Australian outdoor environment without modification. What this kit will not do: the NVR has 1 HDD bay, so storage capacity is limited to a single drive - buyers with long retention requirements or multiple motion-heavy zones should plan HDD size carefully. The cameras record at 20fps maximum at 6MP, which suits most monitoring applications but is not ideal where fast-motion capture is a priority. If you need more than 4 channels, or AI-based person and vehicle filtering to reduce false alerts, a higher-tier NVR and camera pairing is more appropriate. Available through Security Australia with full Hikvision warranty support.

Complete Package Contents

• 4 x Hikvision DS-2CD2365G1-I - 6MP outdoor turret, 30m IR, IP67, 802.3af PoE, fixed lens (2.8mm / 4mm / 6mm / 12mm options)
• 1 x Hikvision DS-7604NI-I1-4P - 4-channel NVR, 1 HDD bay, built-in 4-port 802.3af PoE switch

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You have 4 outdoor positions to cover with a single Cat cable run per camera - the built-in PoE switch on the NVR eliminates the need for a separate PoE switch or individual power adapters at each camera.
• Good match if: Your install includes positions with strong backlight (entrances, roller doors facing daylight) where 120dB true WDR is needed to maintain usable imagery in both the bright and shadowed areas of the same frame.
• You may need a different model if: You require more than 4 channels, AI person/vehicle classification to reduce false alerts, or higher frame rates for fast-motion capture - an 8-channel or AcuSense-class system from the Hikvision range would be more appropriate for those requirements.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: You need a complete 4-camera outdoor PoE system at 6MP where the NVR powers all cameras directly - no additional switch hardware required - and your site has 4 or fewer coverage positions.
• You may need a different model if: You require AI-based person and vehicle classification to reduce false motion alerts, or need more than 4 channels - an AcuSense-class NVR and camera kit would serve those requirements better.
• Pairs well with: A surveillance-grade SATA hard drive (4TB-6TB) installed in the NVR before commissioning, and a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) to protect the NVR from power interruptions without data loss.

Common Questions

1. Does this kit include a hard drive?

   No. The DS-7604NI-I1-4P NVR has 1 SATA HDD bay but ships without a hard drive installed. You will need to purchase a compatible surveillance-grade HDD separately before the system can record to local storage. For 4 x 6MP cameras using H.265+ compression, a 4TB to 6TB drive is a practical starting point for 14 to 30 days of retention depending on motion activity and recording mode.

2. Does the NVR power the cameras, or do I need a separate PoE switch?

   The NVR powers all 4 cameras directly. The DS-7604NI-I1-4P has a built-in 4-port IEEE 802.3af PoE switch. Each camera connects to the NVR with a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable that carries both power and video data. No separate PoE switch or individual power adapters are required for a standard 4-camera install.

3. Will these cameras work for outdoor night-time coverage without external lighting?

   Yes. Each DS-2CD2365G1-I has 30m EXIR 2.0 infrared illumination and a minimum illumination rating of 0.008 Lux. In near-total darkness the cameras switch to IR mode and deliver monochrome footage out to 30 metres. Areas beyond the 30m IR range will not be illuminated - for longer approaches or larger yards, a bullet camera with extended IR range would be more suitable.

4. Can I choose different lens focal lengths across the 4 cameras?

   Yes. The DS-2CD2365G1-I is available in 2.8mm, 4mm, 6mm, and 12mm fixed lens variants. You can specify a different focal length for each camera position to match your coverage requirements - for example, a 2.8mm for a wide entry view and a 6mm for a longer driveway approach. Confirm your lens selection at the time of order as the lens is fixed and cannot be swapped in the field.

5. Does this system support remote viewing on a phone or tablet?

   Yes. The DS-7604NI-I1-4P NVR supports remote access via Hikvision's mobile application. You can view live feeds and review recorded footage remotely provided the NVR has a network connection and remote access has been configured. Network setup, including port forwarding or Hik-Connect cloud access, is required - this is standard for any NVR-based system and is covered in the NVR setup guide.

6. Is 6MP genuinely better than 4MP or 1080p for this type of install?

   Yes, in practical terms. At 3072 x 2048 pixels, a 6MP camera captures significantly more spatial detail than a 4MP (2688 x 1520) or 1080p (1920 x 1080) camera covering the same area. This matters most when reviewing footage at a distance - a face or number plate at the far end of a driveway that appears indistinct at 1080p may be identifiable at 6MP. The trade-off is slightly higher storage demand, which H.265+ compression offsets considerably. The full DS-2CD2365G1-I range is stocked by Security Australia with lens options available.

7. Can I expand this system beyond 4 cameras later?

   No, not on this NVR. The DS-7604NI-I1-4P is a 4-channel recorder and cannot be expanded beyond 4 camera inputs. If you anticipate needing more than 4 channels, an 8-channel NVR with a matching camera kit is the more appropriate starting point. The cameras themselves (DS-2CD2365G1-I) are compatible with other Hikvision NVRs, so the cameras could be reused if you upgrade the recorder later.

Cabling Considerations

• Cable Type: Cat5e minimum, Cat6 recommended for all camera runs to the NVR. Cat6 provides better headroom for long runs and reduces the risk of PoE voltage drop at the camera end.
• Max Cable Run: 100 metres per camera run (standard Ethernet/PoE limit). Runs beyond 80 metres should be tested before finalising camera positions to confirm PoE delivery is stable.
• PoE Notes: The DS-7604NI-I1-4P delivers IEEE 802.3af PoE on all 4 ports. Each DS-2CD2365G1-I draws standard 802.3af power. No PoE+ (802.3at) requirement - standard Cat5e/Cat6 runs handle both power and data in a single cable.
• Wiring Tips: Run cable before mounting cameras - the turret housing has limited adjustment range, so confirming the cable entry point at the wall or soffit before drilling is worthwhile. Use conduit or surface ducting for exposed exterior runs to protect against UV degradation and rodent damage over time.

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