8MP Hikvision Colorvu 3.0 HYBRID CCTV Kit: 6 x Liveguard Gen 3 Cameras + 8CH M Series NVR / 4TB

Model: DS-2CD2387G3-LIS2UY/SL + DS-7608NI-4TB-HYBRID

Who This Is For

For property owners and security installers who need full-colour night coverage combined with active deterrence across 6 camera positions, this Hikvision ColorVu 3.0 Hybrid Kit delivers a fully matched, ready-to-configure system. The 6 x DS-2CD2387G3-LIS2UY/SL cameras each pair 8MP resolution with Hikvision's Liveguard Gen 3 active deterrence - strobe light and audible warning triggered by AI-classified human or vehicle detections - making this kit suited to small commercial premises, residential estates, childcare facilities, and light industrial sites where passive recording alone is not enough. The included DS-7608NI-4TB-HYBRID 8-channel NVR with 4TB fitted storage means the system is ready to record from day one, with 2 spare channels for future expansion. All 6 cameras include two-way audio, so operators can respond verbally to on-site events without a separate intercom.

What This System Actually Does

Who Buys This Model

• Small Commercial Operators: Cafes, bottle shops, medical practices, and trade premises that need after-hours deterrence and colour evidence without the cost of a monitored alarm system. The Liveguard strobe and audio alert handles most opportunistic intrusion attempts before they escalate.
• Residential Estate and Townhouse Managers: Body corporate managers specifying shared entry, car park, and common area coverage across 6 positions, where full-colour night footage is needed to identify incidents involving residents or visitors.
• Childcare and Education Facilities: Sites requiring perimeter and entry monitoring with two-way audio at multiple camera positions, where AI classification reduces false alarms that would otherwise create unnecessary after-hours call-outs.
• Security Installers Quoting Fixed-Price Jobs: Installers who want a single matched kit - cameras, NVR, and storage - where firmware compatibility is confirmed and channel count aligns exactly to the camera count, reducing pre-job sourcing time.
• Light Industrial and Warehouse Sites: Loading docks, storage yards, and manufacturing entry points where active deterrence at camera level is more practical than relying on staff response to a monitoring alert, particularly during overnight hours.

Honest Assessment

This kit does several things genuinely well: consistent 4K colour imagery across all 6 cameras after dark, AI-driven deterrence that activates at the camera without relying on cloud or central monitoring, and a pre-matched NVR-camera combination that removes firmware compatibility guesswork. The two-way audio on every unit is a practical advantage over kits that include it only on selected cameras. The 4TB drive is fitted and ready, and 2 spare NVR channels give genuine expansion room without replacing hardware. Where this kit reaches its limits: the fixed lenses on the DS-2CD2387G3-LIS2UY/SL cameras mean positioning precision matters at install - there is no motorised zoom to adjust coverage post-installation. Sites needing long-range coverage of 30 metres or more, or requiring optical zoom capability, should consider a bullet or PTZ camera system instead. Available through Security Australia with full Hikvision warranty support.

Complete Package Contents

• 6 x Hikvision DS-2CD2387G3-LIS2UY/SL - 8MP ColorVu 3.0 Liveguard Gen 3 turret camera, AcuSense AI, two-way audio, IP67, active deterrence (strobe + audio), H.265+
• 1 x Hikvision DS-7608NI-4TB-HYBRID - 8-channel Hybrid NVR, 4TB HDD pre-installed, AcuSense compatible, H.265+

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You need full-colour night footage with active deterrence across 6 positions and want cameras, NVR, and storage in a single confirmed-compatible kit that covers a small commercial or residential site.
• Good match if: Your site has after-hours intrusion risk and you want AI-triggered strobe and audible alerts that activate at camera level without requiring a monitoring centre or internet connection to respond.
• You may need a different model if: Your site requires long-range coverage beyond 30 metres, optical zoom, or pan and tilt capability - a PTZ or long-range bullet camera system from the Security Australia range would be more appropriate for those requirements.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: You need active deterrence (strobe and audio) combined with full-colour 8MP night vision across 6 camera positions in a single matched kit with storage included from day one.
• You may need a different model if: Your site has long open approaches exceeding 30 metres, or you need optical zoom and pan capability - a PTZ camera system or long-range bullet camera kit would serve those requirements better.
• Pairs well with: A PoE network switch to distribute power and data to all 6 cameras from a single cabling run back to the NVR, simplifying the installation and reducing the number of power adapters on site.

Common Questions

1. Does the active deterrence trigger automatically, or does someone need to press a button?

   It triggers automatically. When the AcuSense AI engine classifies a detected object as a human or vehicle within the camera's defined detection zone, the Liveguard Gen 3 strobe light and audible warning activate at the camera level without any operator input or internet connection required. You can also trigger the alert manually through the NVR interface or the Hik-Connect app if needed.

2. Will these cameras still show colour footage when there is no external lighting at all?

   Yes. ColorVu 3.0 cameras use a built-in warm supplemental light to illuminate the scene when ambient light is insufficient, producing full-colour footage rather than switching to black-and-white infrared mode. The supplemental light is always active in low-light conditions - unlike standard cameras that only activate IR in darkness. The warm light is visible, which also contributes to the deterrence effect.

3. How long will 4TB of storage last across 6 x 8MP cameras?

   It depends on the recording mode. Continuous 4K recording across all 6 cameras using H.265+ compression will typically deliver 7 to 14 days of retention. Switching to AI-event-only recording - where the NVR only records when AcuSense detects a human or vehicle - can extend this significantly depending on site activity levels. For 30-day retention requirements on continuous recording, a storage upgrade beyond 4TB is advisable.

4. Does this kit work with PoE switches, or do the cameras need separate power supplies?

   The DS-2CD2387G3-LIS2UY/SL cameras support IEEE 802.3af PoE, so a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable from a PoE switch carries both data and power to each camera. This is the most common installation method for this kit. If you are running cameras directly to the NVR's built-in PoE ports (where available on your NVR variant), confirm the per-port power budget matches the camera's draw, particularly given the Liveguard active deterrence components.

5. Can I access live footage remotely on a phone?

   Yes. The DS-7608NI-4TB-HYBRID NVR supports remote access via the Hik-Connect app on iOS and Android. Live view, playback, and event notifications are all accessible through the app. Remote two-way audio through the app is also supported, allowing you to speak through any of the 6 cameras from your phone. A stable internet connection at the NVR location is required for remote access to function reliably.

6. What is the difference between the 2.8mm and 4mm lens variants of the DS-2CD2387G3-LIS2UY/SL?

   Lens focal length determines field of view and coverage distance. A 2.8mm lens produces a wider angle - typically around 107 degrees horizontal - suited to rooms, corridors, carparks, and areas where you need to cover a broad zone. A 4mm lens narrows the field of view to roughly 84 degrees horizontal but reaches further into a scene with more usable detail at distance, making it better suited to driveways, entry gates, and approach paths. Confirm your lens preference with Security Australia at point of order, as both variants carry the same SKU base but ship separately.

7. Does the DS-7608NI-4TB-HYBRID NVR support additional storage beyond the included 4TB drive?

   Yes. The DS-7608NI series NVR chassis supports HDD expansion beyond the included 4TB drive - confirm the number of HDD bays and maximum supported storage capacity for your specific unit variant before purchasing additional drives. This allows the system to grow with your retention requirements without replacing the NVR itself.

Cabling Considerations

• Cable Type: Cat5e minimum, Cat6 recommended for all camera runs. Shielded cable (STP/FTP) is advisable in environments with high electrical interference such as near switchboards, motors, or fluorescent lighting.
• Max Cable Run: 100 metres per run for PoE over Cat5e/Cat6 to each camera. Runs beyond 100 metres require a PoE extender or midspan injector.
• PoE Notes: The DS-2CD2387G3-LIS2UY/SL supports IEEE 802.3af PoE. Confirm your PoE switch or NVR's per-port power budget accommodates the camera's power draw including the Liveguard active deterrence hardware. A managed PoE switch is recommended for 6-camera deployments to allow per-port power monitoring.
• Wiring Tips: Route camera cables clear of 240V mains wiring to avoid interference in footage. Plan cable runs before finalising camera mounting positions - the fixed lens on each camera means mounting location directly determines coverage zone with no post-install adjustment available.

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