Hikvision 6MP 8CH ColorVu 3.0 Hybrid CCTV Kit: 6 LiveGuard Turret Cameras + 8CH M Series PoE NVR No HDD (DS-2CD2367G3-LIS2UY/SL, DS-7608NI-M2/8P)

Model: 6x DS-2CD2367G3-LIS2UY/SL / DS-7608NI-M2/8P

Who This Is For

When active deterrence across a multi-zone property is the priority, this Hikvision 6MP 8-Channel ColorVu 3.0 Hybrid Kit delivers a complete, camera-to-recorder solution without the need to spec individual components. The kit pairs 6 LiveGuard Turret cameras - each capable of triggering a visible strobe and audible alarm on confirmed human or vehicle detection - with the 8-channel M Series PoE NVR. That leaves 2 spare channels for future expansion. Each camera captures full-colour footage day and night using ColorVu 3.0 technology, with no infrared switching and no black-and-white night mode. Suited to small commercial properties, multi-tenancy residential sites, warehouses, childcare centres, and any application where the installer needs both colour evidence quality and an on-camera deterrent response, all on a single PoE network run back to one recorder.

What This System Actually Does

Who Buys This Model

• Small commercial operators: Retail shops, cafes, and service businesses installing after hours deterrence across a car park, rear lane, and entry points - where colour footage and an on-camera alarm response matter more than a passive recording system.
• Childcare and education facilities: Sites requiring colour identification of individuals on perimeter zones after hours, with AI classification reducing false alarms from animals or foliage that would otherwise trigger constant notifications.
• Warehouse and light industrial sites: Loading dock and yard coverage where vehicle detection triggers are as important as human detection, and where installers want a clean single-cable PoE run from each camera position back to a central NVR.
• Property managers on strata or multi-tenancy sites: Covering 4 to 6 discrete zones - entry, car park, bin area, communal walkways - with 2 channels spare on the NVR for any additions required after sign-off.
• Installers completing a full-system quote: Professionals who want a matched Hikvision camera-and-recorder bundle at 6MP with confirmed AI and ColorVu 3.0 compatibility, rather than sourcing and validating components individually.

Honest Assessment

This kit does two things particularly well: it delivers consistent full-colour night footage across all 6 cameras without any IR switching, and it adds an active deterrent layer through the LiveGuard strobe and siren on each unit. The AI classification on both cameras and NVR means human and vehicle events are separated from background noise, which keeps alarm fatigue manageable on a multi-zone site. The 8-channel NVR with built-in PoE ports makes installation straightforward - each camera runs on a single cable with no separate power supply required. What this kit will not do is provide long-range identification beyond the white-light illumination range of the turret cameras. If you need coverage of a 50-plus metre approach, a dedicated IR bullet or varifocal camera is a better fit for those specific positions. The kit ships without a hard drive - storage capacity needs to be added before the system is live. Available through Security Australia with HDD upgrade options at checkout.

Complete Package Contents

• 6 x Hikvision DS-2CD2367G3-LIS2UY/SL - 6MP ColorVu 3.0 LiveGuard Turret Camera, active deterrence, two-way audio, AI human/vehicle detection, PoE
• 1 x Hikvision DS-7608NI-M2/8P - 8-Channel M Series PoE NVR, 8 built-in PoE ports, no HDD included

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You need full-colour night footage with an active strobe and siren deterrent across 4 to 6 zones on a commercial or residential site, all running back to a single 8-channel PoE NVR on Cat5e or Cat6 cable.
• Good match if: The installation requires AI human and vehicle event filtering to keep push notifications and alarm triggers relevant - particularly useful on sites with trees, traffic, or animals in the camera field of view.
• You may need a different model if: Your site includes long driveways or approaches exceeding the white-light range of turret cameras - a kit built around varifocal bullet cameras with extended IR would be a better fit for those positions. Browse the Hikvision bullet camera kits on Security Australia for long-range coverage options.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: You need active deterrence - strobe and siren on confirmed human or vehicle detection - combined with full-colour night footage across 6 zones, all on a matched PoE system with room to grow.
• You may need a different model if: Your installation requires coverage of long driveways, gate approaches, or perimeter fence lines beyond 30 to 40 metres - a kit built around varifocal bullet cameras with extended IR range is better suited to those distances.
• Pairs well with: A surveillance-rated SATA hard drive (4TB or 6TB) added at checkout, and a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) protecting the NVR to maintain recording continuity during power fluctuations.

Common Questions

1. Does the strobe and siren trigger automatically, or does someone have to activate it manually?

   It can trigger automatically. The DS-2CD2367G3-LIS2UY/SL supports alarm linkage tied to AI human or vehicle detection events, so the strobe and siren activate without operator intervention when a classified target enters the defined detection zone. Manual triggering through the NVR or app is also available. The automatic behaviour must be configured during setup - it is not active out of the box.

2. Will this kit record in colour at night without any IR glow?

   Yes. ColorVu 3.0 uses a supplemental white-light LED and a large aperture lens to produce full-colour footage in low light. There is no infrared mode and no black-and-white fallback. The white-light LED is visible as a warm glow when illuminating a scene, which is a different characteristic to IR cameras - worth noting for any application where invisible night illumination is preferred.

3. How much storage do I need for 6 cameras recording at 6MP?

   More than a standard 2MP or 4MP system. At 6MP with continuous recording across 6 cameras, a 4TB drive typically provides 5 to 7 days of retention depending on compression settings and motion-based recording schedules. For 14 to 30 days of retention, an 8TB or larger surveillance-rated drive is recommended. The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports 2 x SATA HDDs, so up to 2 drives can be installed. The kit ships with no HDD - storage must be added before the system records anything.

4. Does each camera need a separate power supply, or does the NVR handle power?

   The NVR handles power. The DS-7608NI-M2/8P has 8 built-in PoE ports, delivering both power and data to each camera over a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable. No separate power adaptor is required at the camera end. Maximum cable run per PoE segment is 100 metres. Beyond that distance, a PoE extender or a local switch with its own power feed would be required.

5. Can I add more cameras later, or am I limited to 6?

   You can add 2 more cameras without changing the recorder. The DS-7608NI-M2/8P has 8 channels and 8 PoE ports - this kit uses 6, leaving 2 open. Any additional Hikvision IP camera compatible with the M Series NVR can be connected to the spare ports. If more than 8 cameras are eventually needed, the recorder itself would need to be replaced or a second NVR added to the network.

6. Will this kit work for a site where I need to monitor remotely from a phone?

   Yes. The DS-7608NI-M2/8P supports Hik-Connect, Hikvision's mobile platform available on iOS and Android. Live view, playback, and push notifications for AI detection events are accessible remotely. The system requires an active internet connection at the NVR location - a static IP or DDNS configuration is recommended for consistent remote access, though Hik-Connect's cloud relay function simplifies initial setup for most users. Contact Security Australia if you need guidance on network configuration for your specific install.

7. Does the TiOC AI actually distinguish between a person and a dog, or will my outdoor areas trigger false alarms constantly?

   It is meaningfully better than standard motion detection, but not infallible. The AI on the DS-2CD2367G3-LIS2UY/SL classifies targets as human or vehicle - animals, blowing trees, and moving shadows are filtered out in most conditions. Small dogs and cats at longer distances can occasionally be misclassified. Setting detection zones carefully to exclude road traffic, defining the sensitivity threshold per camera, and selecting a motion schedule for after-hours-only triggers all reduce nuisance events substantially. The AI classification is applied at the camera level, so events are filtered before they reach the NVR event log.

Cabling Considerations

• Cable Type: Cat5e minimum, Cat6 recommended for runs above 60 metres or in environments with electrical interference.
• Max Cable Run: 100 metres per PoE segment from NVR port to camera. Runs beyond 100 metres require a PoE extender or a local switch with its own power feed at the camera end.
• PoE Notes: The DS-7608NI-M2/8P delivers PoE across all 8 ports with a shared PoE budget. Confirm the total wattage draw of all connected cameras stays within the NVR's rated PoE power budget - the DS-2CD2367G3-LIS2UY/SL draws more power than a standard camera due to the white-light LED and active deterrence hardware.
• Wiring Tips: Run all camera cables before commissioning the NVR. Label each cable at both ends with the camera position during installation - with 6 cameras across multiple zones, unlabelled cables in the comms cabinet become a time-consuming problem during any future service call. Use weatherproof glands at all external wall penetrations to prevent water ingress along the cable path.

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