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Technical Specifications

Hikvision DS-7200HUHI-K1 Series Turbo HD DVR

The Hikvision DS-7200HUHI-K1 Series is a flexible hybrid surveillance recorder built for systems that need to support both traditional coax cameras and modern IP cameras. With HDTVI, AHD, HDCVI, CVBS, and IP compatibility, recording resolutions up to 8 MP, H.265 Pro+ compression, audio over coax, and smart perimeter detection, it gives buyers a practical way to upgrade an existing surveillance system without replacing everything at once.

Available in 4-channel and 8-channel versions, the series supports expanded IP camera capacity, up to 10 TB of storage, remote access through Hik-Connect, and a broad range of video and audio interfaces for residential and commercial security applications.

Key Features

  • H.265 Pro+, H.265 Pro, H.265, H.264+, and H.264 video compression
  • Supports HDTVI, AHD, HDCVI, CVBS, and IP video inputs
  • Recording resolution up to 8 MP
  • Audio transmission over coaxial cable
  • 4 or 8 analog camera channels depending on model
  • Up to 8 IP channels on the DS-7204HUHI-K1 with Enhanced IP Mode
  • Up to 16 IP channels on the DS-7208HUHI-K1 with Enhanced IP Mode
  • Supports IP cameras up to 8 MP resolution
  • Up to 800 m HDTVI transmission distance at 1080p
  • Up to 1200 m HDTVI transmission distance at 720p
  • H.265 Pro+ helps improve encoding efficiency and reduce storage requirements
  • Up to 10 TB HDD capacity
  • Smart Search for efficient recorded-video playback
  • Third-party cloud storage support
  • Line crossing detection
  • Intrusion detection
  • 2-channel sudden scene change detection
  • Hik-Connect and DDNS support
  • HDMI and VGA display outputs
  • Two-way audio support
  • Alarm input/output connections
  • RS-485 serial interface

Models

Series
DS-7200HUHI-K1 Series
Product Type
Turbo HD DVR
Available Models
DS-7204HUHI-K1, DS-7208HUHI-K1

Perimeter Protection

DS-7204HUHI-K1 Line Crossing / Intrusion Detection
2 channels; Enhanced VCA Mode: 4 channels
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Line Crossing / Intrusion Detection
2 channels; Enhanced VCA Mode: 8 channels
Sudden Scene Change Detection
2 channels

Recording & Compression

Video Compression
H.265 Pro+ / H.265 Pro / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264
Encoding Resolution — 8 MP Lite Disabled
8 MP / 5 MP / 3K / 4 MP / 3 MP / 1080p / 720p / WD1 / 4CIF / VGA / CIF
Encoding Resolution — 8 MP Lite Enabled
8 MP Lite / 5 MP / 4 MP / 3 MP / 1080p / 720p / WD1 / 4CIF / VGA / CIF
Main Stream — 8 MP Lite Disabled
8 MP @ 8 fps / 5 MP @ 12 fps / 3K @ 12 fps / 4 MP @ 15 fps / 3 MP @ 18 fps / 1080p, 720p, WD1, 4CIF, VGA, CIF @ 25 fps (P) / 30 fps (N)
8 MP @ 8 fps Limitation
Available only for Channel 1 of DS-7204HUHI-K1
Main Stream — 8 MP Lite Enabled
8 MP Lite / 5 MP @ 12 fps; 4 MP / 3 MP / 1080p / 720p / WD1 / 4CIF / VGA / CIF @ 15 fps
8 MP Lite Availability
DS-7204HUHI-K1 only
Sub-Stream
WD1 / 4CIF / CIF @ 25 fps (P) / 30 fps (N)
Video Bit Rate
32 Kbps to 10 Mbps
Dual Stream
Supported
Stream Type
Video; Video & Audio
Audio Compression
G.711u
Audio Bit Rate
64 Kbps

IP Video

DS-7204HUHI-K1 IP Video Input
2 channels, up to 6 channels
DS-7204HUHI-K1 Enhanced IP Mode
4 channels, up to 8 channels; each up to 4 Mbps
DS-7208HUHI-K1 IP Video Input
4 channels, up to 12 channels
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Enhanced IP Mode
8 channels, up to 16 channels; each up to 4 Mbps
Maximum IP Camera Resolution
Up to 8 MP
Supported IP Camera Compression
H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264

Analog Video Inputs

DS-7204HUHI-K1 Analog Video Input
4 channels
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Analog Video Input
8 channels
Analog Video Interface
BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, supporting coaxitron connection
HDTVI Input
8 MP, 5 MP, 4 MP, 3 MP, 1080p30, 1080p25, 720p60, 720p50, 720p30, 720p25
AHD Input
5 MP, 4 MP, 1080p25, 1080p30, 720p25, 720p30
HDCVI Input
5 MP, 4 MP, 1080p25, 1080p30, 720p25, 720p30
CVBS Input
PAL / NTSC
HDTVI Maximum Transmission Distance
800 m at 1080p; 1200 m at 720p

Video Outputs

CVBS Output
1-channel BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
CVBS Output Resolution
PAL: 704 × 576; NTSC: 704 × 480
VGA Output
1-channel; 1920 × 1080/60Hz, 1280 × 1024/60Hz, 1280 × 720/60Hz, 1024 × 768/60Hz
DS-7204HUHI-K1 HDMI Output
1-channel; 1920 × 1080/60Hz, 1280 × 1024/60Hz, 1280 × 720/60Hz, 1024 × 768/60Hz
DS-7208HUHI-K1 HDMI Output
1-channel; 4K (3840 × 2160)/30Hz, 2K (2560 × 1440)/60Hz, 1920 × 1080/60Hz, 1280 × 1024/60Hz, 1280 × 720/60Hz, 1024 × 768/60Hz

Audio

Audio Input
4-channel RCA, 2.0 Vp-p, 1 KΩ
DS-7204HUHI-K1 Coaxial Audio
4 channels via coaxial cable
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Coaxial Audio
8 channels via coaxial cable
Audio Output
1-channel RCA, Linear, 1 KΩ
Two-Way Audio
1-channel RCA, 2.0 Vp-p, 1 KΩ, using the first audio input
DS-7204HUHI-K1 Synchronous Playback
4 channels
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Synchronous Playback
8 channels

Network

DS-7204HUHI-K1 Total Bandwidth
96 Mbps
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Total Bandwidth
128 Mbps
DS-7204HUHI-K1 Incoming Bandwidth — Enhanced IP Mode
Up to 32 Mbps
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Incoming Bandwidth — Enhanced IP Mode
Up to 64 Mbps
DS-7204HUHI-K1 Remote Connections
32
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Remote Connections
64
Network Protocols
TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, Hik-Connect, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, NFS, iSCSI, UPnP™, HTTPS, ONVIF
DS-7204HUHI-K1 Network Interface
1 × RJ45 10M/100M self-adaptive Ethernet interface
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Network Interface
1 × RJ45 10M/100M/1000M self-adaptive Ethernet interface

Storage & Playback

SATA Interface
1 SATA interface
Maximum HDD Capacity
Up to 10 TB per disk
Smart Search
Supported
Third-Party Cloud Storage
Supported

Auxiliary Interfaces

Serial Interface
RS-485, half-duplex
DS-7204HUHI-K1 USB Interface
2 × USB 2.0
DS-7208HUHI-K1 USB Interface
Front: 1 × USB 2.0; Rear: 1 × USB 3.0
DS-7204HUHI-K1 Alarm In / Out
4 / 1
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Alarm In / Out
8 / 4

General

DS-7204HUHI-K1 Power Supply
12 VDC, 1.5 A
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Power Supply
12 VDC, 3.33 A
DS-7204HUHI-K1 Consumption Without HDD
≤ 10 W
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Consumption Without HDD
≤ 20 W
Working Temperature
-10 °C to +55 °C (+14 °F to +131 °F)
Working Humidity
10% to 90%
Dimensions (W × D × H)
315 × 242 × 45 mm (12.4 × 9.5 × 1.8 in)
DS-7204HUHI-K1 Weight Without HDD
≤ 1.16 kg (2.6 lb)
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Weight Without HDD
≤ 2 kg (4.4 lb)

Physical Interfaces

1
Video and Coaxial Audio In
2
AUDIO IN, RCA Connector
3
AUDIO OUT, RCA Connector
4
VGA Interface
5
HDMI Interface
6
USB Interface
7
LAN Network Interface
8
RS-485 Serial Interface
9
12 VDC Power Input
10
Power Switch
11
GND
12
VIDEO OUT
13
Alarm In / Out
DS-7208HUHI-K1 Rear Video Inputs
8 video input interfaces

Important Operating Notes

Enhanced VCA Mode
Enabling Enhanced VCA Mode maximizes the number of channels available for line crossing and intrusion detection, but disables 2K/4K HDMI output resolution and 4 MP, 5 MP, and 8 MP signal input.
Enhanced IP Mode
Enhanced IP Mode may conflict with smart events such as perimeter protection or other functions. Refer to the applicable user manual for details.

Accessories Found

Included / Recommended Accessories
No accessories are explicitly listed in the provided datasheet.

Ideal Applications & Common Uses

  • Existing coax surveillance system upgrades: Ideal for upgrading older analog CCTV installations while continuing to use existing coaxial cabling.
  • Hybrid analog and IP systems: Suitable for installations that need to combine HDTVI, AHD, HDCVI, CVBS, and IP cameras in one recorder.
  • Residential security: Well suited for homes requiring multiple cameras, remote viewing, high-resolution recording, and smart perimeter monitoring.
  • Small and medium businesses: Useful for offices, retail stores, warehouses, workshops, and other properties requiring centralized multi-camera recording.
  • Long-distance coax installations: HDTVI transmission support up to 800 m at 1080p and 1200 m at 720p makes the recorder useful where cameras are positioned far from the DVR.
  • Perimeter monitoring: Line crossing and intrusion detection can help monitor entrances, restricted areas, property boundaries, and other defined zones.
  • Systems requiring audio: Audio-over-coax support allows compatible cameras to carry video and audio through the coaxial connection.
  • Expandable surveillance systems: Enhanced IP Mode provides additional IP camera capacity when a system needs to grow beyond its original analog channel count.
  • Remote-managed systems: Hik-Connect, DDNS, HTTPS, and other network protocols support remote access and network-based management.
  • Higher-capacity local recording: Support for up to a 10 TB HDD makes the series suitable for installations requiring extended local video retention.
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