8MP Hikvision Colorvu HYBRID CCTV Kit: 10 x Liveguard Cameras + 16CH M Series NVR / 4TB

Model: 10x DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL + DS-7616NI-M2 16CH Hybrid NVR / 4TB

Who This Is For

Property managers specifying active deterrence across multi-building sites, commercial yards, or medium-density residential complexes will find this kit purpose-built for that brief. The 8MP Hikvision ColorVu Hybrid CCTV Kit pairs 10 Liveguard turret cameras - each equipped with Smart Hybrid Light, built-in strobe, and AcuSense human and vehicle detection - with a 16-channel hybrid NVR pre-loaded with 4TB of storage. The hybrid NVR adds flexibility for sites that are migrating from analogue infrastructure. With all 10 camera positions filled on day one and 6 channels held in reserve for future expansion, this kit suits installers who need a complete, ready-to-deploy system that can actively respond to intrusions rather than simply record them. The 2.8mm fixed lens on each camera delivers a wide field of view suited to eaves, gates, car parks, and entry corridors.

What This System Actually Does

Who Buys This Model

• Commercial property managers: Running medium-sized sites - warehouses, office campuses, retail car parks - who need active deterrence across 10 positions with H.265+ compression keeping storage demands manageable on the included 4TB drive.
• Security integrators migrating analogue sites: The hybrid NVR accepts both IP and legacy analogue cameras, making this kit practical for staged upgrades where some existing cabling or cameras are retained during the transition.
• Strata and body corporate managers: Specifying a full-perimeter system across apartment complexes or gated communities where the strobe deterrence and AcuSense filtering reduce incidents without requiring on-site guards.
• Industrial and construction site operators: IP67-rated cameras paired with a 16-channel NVR cover large outdoor perimeters with 6 channels held in reserve for future additions as site infrastructure grows.

Honest Assessment

This kit delivers genuine active deterrence across 10 positions in a single purchase. The combination of AcuSense classification, Smart Hybrid Light full-colour night imaging, and a built-in strobe on each camera moves the system well beyond passive recording. At 8MP per channel with H.265+ compression, the 4TB NVR provides meaningful continuous recording capacity. The 130dB WDR and confirmed 0.0005 Lux minimum illumination make these cameras well-suited to mixed indoor-outdoor transition zones and low-light car parks.

Where this kit has limits: the 2.8mm fixed lens on each camera is a wide-angle option suited to close-range wide coverage - it is not the right choice for long corridors, fence-line monitoring beyond 30m, or any position requiring optical zoom or narrow field of view. If any camera positions require long-range identification beyond those DORI distances, a different lens variant or a bullet-format camera would serve better. The hybrid NVR adds flexibility, but if the site is fully IP from day one, a dedicated PoE NVR may suit more cleanly. Available through Security Australia with full Hikvision warranty support.

Complete Package Contents

• 10 x Hikvision DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL - 8MP ColorVu AcuSense Liveguard Fixed Turret, 2.8mm, IP67, Strobe + Mic + Speaker, PoE
• 1 x Hikvision DS-7616NI-M2 16CH Hybrid NVR - 16 channels, 4TB pre-installed, supports IP and analogue inputs

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You need a complete 10-camera active deterrence system with AcuSense and strobe on every position, and your camera placements fall within 17m recognition or 8m identification range of the subject area.
• Good match if: Your site is migrating from analogue to IP and needs a hybrid NVR that accepts both signal types during the transition, with 6 spare channels for staged rollout.
• You may need a different model if: Any camera positions require identification beyond 30m, long-range fence-line detection, or motorised zoom - in which case a bullet-format camera kit with varifocal lenses would cover those distances more effectively.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: You need active deterrence - strobe plus AcuSense AI classification - across all 10 camera positions simultaneously, with full-colour night imaging from Smart Hybrid Light and the flexibility of a hybrid NVR for mixed analogue/IP environments.
• You may need a different model if: Your site requires long-range identification beyond 30m or any fixed positions covering lengthy fence lines or approaches - a varifocal bullet camera kit would give you adjustable focal length to match those distances.
• Pairs well with: A managed PoE switch (if running cameras back to a central NVR location rather than via built-in NVR PoE ports), plus a UPS to maintain NVR recording during power interruptions.

Common Questions

1. Does the strobe fire on every motion event or only on confirmed human and vehicle detections?

   Only on confirmed AcuSense detections. The built-in strobe is linked to the AcuSense deep learning classifier, which filters targets as human or vehicle before triggering. Animals, swaying trees, and other moving objects do not activate the strobe - this is the core operational benefit of the Liveguard platform and significantly reduces unwanted light activations overnight.

2. Will this kit work with my existing analogue cameras?

   Yes, provided the analogue cameras are connected to the hybrid NVR. The DS-7616NI-M2 hybrid NVR accepts both IP network cameras and analogue signal inputs, so existing analogue cameras can run alongside the 10 new IP turrets on the same recorder. Confirm your analogue camera signal type is supported by the NVR's analogue input standard before purchase.

3. How long will 4TB of storage last across 10 cameras recording continuously?

   That depends on resolution, frame rate, and H.265+ compression efficiency. With H.265+ active and cameras recording at full 8MP, continuous recording across 10 channels will fill 4TB faster than a lower-resolution system - realistically expect 7-14 days of continuous footage depending on scene complexity and motion levels. Using motion-triggered or schedule-based recording extends retention considerably. For sites needing 30+ days, adding a second HDD to the NVR or reducing to event-based recording is the practical path.

4. Does this camera support two-way audio, and do I need additional hardware for it?

   Yes, no additional hardware is needed. Each DS-2CD2387G2H-LISU/SL has a built-in microphone and a built-in speaker, so two-way audio is fully self-contained within the camera body. Through the Hik-Connect app or NVR interface, a user can listen and speak to anyone within range of the camera without needing a separate audio device at that location.

5. What PoE standard do these cameras require, and does the NVR supply PoE directly?

   Each camera requires IEEE 802.3af PoE. The NVR model in this kit is a hybrid recorder - confirm whether your specific NVR configuration includes integrated PoE switch ports or requires an external PoE switch to power the cameras. If the NVR does not supply PoE directly, a separate 802.3af-compatible PoE switch will be needed at the point where cameras connect. This is a common install consideration for hybrid NVR deployments and is worth clarifying with Security Australia before finalising your cabling plan.

6. What is the DORI identification distance on these cameras, and is it enough to identify a face at an entry point?

   The confirmed DORI identification distance is 8m at 2.8mm focal length. This means at 8m from the camera, the image resolution is sufficient to identify a specific individual. For entry points, intercom positions, or doorways where subjects pass within 8m of the camera, identification-grade footage is achievable. Beyond 8m the footage remains useful for recognition (17m) and observation (35m) purposes, but would not meet an identification standard in post-event review.

7. Can I remotely monitor this system on a phone without additional subscriptions?

   Yes. The system integrates with the Hik-Connect app, which provides live view, playback, and push notifications for AcuSense events at no ongoing subscription cost. The NVR needs to be connected to the internet via a router and registered to a Hik-Connect account. Two-way audio through the app is also supported given the built-in speaker and microphone on each camera.

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