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Technical Specifications

Hikvision 16-Channel AcuSense Security Camera System with 2MP ColorVu Bullet Cameras - Optional HDD

Protect your property with a surveillance system that combines intelligent human and vehicle detection with full-color video around the clock. Built around the Hikvision iDS-7216HQHI-M2/S Turbo AcuSense DVR and DS-2CE12DF0T-F ColorVu bullet cameras, this system helps capture useful identifying details while reducing false motion alarms caused by leaves, lights, and other irrelevant movement.

The 16-channel DVR supports multiple analog camera technologies, remote access through Hik-Connect, smart playback searches, and storage expansion using two SATA interfaces. Choose the appropriate optional surveillance hard drive capacity based on your recording requirements.

Key Features

  • 16 analog BNC channels for building a comprehensive surveillance system
  • 2MP ColorVu cameras deliver 1920 × 1080 full-HD video
  • F1.0 aperture and integrated white light support 24/7 color imaging
  • Up to 40 m (131 ft) white-light illumination range
  • Motion Detection 2.0 classifies humans and vehicles across all analog channels
  • Up to four channels of perimeter protection with line-crossing and intrusion detection
  • H.265 Pro+ compression helps reduce recording-storage requirements
  • Supports HDTVI, AHD, CVI, CVBS, and compatible IP camera inputs
  • Up to 24 IP camera channels when Enhanced IP Mode is enabled
  • Two SATA interfaces supporting up to 10 TB per installed hard drive
  • 4K HDMI output and 1080p VGA output
  • 16-channel synchronous playback and smart event search
  • Hik-Connect support for convenient remote network access
  • Weather-resistant IP67 metal camera housing
  • Camera lens options include 2.8 mm, 3.6 mm, and 6 mm
  • Hard drive is optional and may be selected separately
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DVR Identification

Manufacturer
Hikvision
DVR Model
iDS-7216HQHI-M2/S
Product Type
Turbo AcuSense DVR

Motion Detection 2.0

Human and Vehicle Analysis
Deep learning-based Motion Detection 2.0 is enabled by default for all analog channels. It classifies humans and vehicles and reduces false alarms caused by objects such as leaves and lights.
Smart Search
Supports quick search by object or event type.

Perimeter and Facial Analytics

Perimeter Protection
Up to 4 channels of human and vehicle analysis.
Supported Perimeter Events
Line-crossing detection and intrusion detection.
Facial Detection and Capture
Face-picture detection and face-picture search.

Recording and Compression

Video Compression
H.265 Pro+, H.265 Pro, H.265, H.264+, and H.264
Encoding Resolution Without 1080p Lite Mode
3K lite, 5MP lite, 4MP lite, 1080p, 720p, VGA, WD1, 4CIF, and CIF
Encoding Resolution With 1080p Lite Mode
3K lite, 5MP lite, 4MP lite, 1080p lite, 720p lite, VGA, WD1, 4CIF, and CIF
3K Main-Stream Access
3K lite at 12 fps; 4MP lite and 1080p at 15 fps; 720p, WD1, 4CIF, VGA, and CIF at 20 fps
5MP Main-Stream Access
5MP lite at 12 fps; 4MP lite and 1080p at 15 fps; 720p, WD1, 4CIF, VGA, and CIF at 20 fps
4MP Main-Stream Access
4MP lite and 1080p at 15 fps; 720p, WD1, 4CIF, VGA, and CIF at 25 fps (PAL) or 30 fps (NTSC)
1080p Main-Stream Access
1080p and 720p at 15 fps; VGA, WD1, 4CIF, and CIF at 25 fps (PAL) or 30 fps (NTSC)
720p Main-Stream Access
720p, VGA, WD1, 4CIF, and CIF at 25 fps (PAL) or 30 fps (NTSC)
Frame Rate With 1080p Lite Mode
3K lite and 5MP lite at 12 fps; 4MP lite at 15 fps; 1080p lite, 720p lite, VGA, WD1, 4CIF, and CIF at 25 fps (PAL) or 30 fps (NTSC)
Sub-Stream Frame Rate
WD1 and 4CIF at 12 fps; CIF at 25 fps (PAL) or 30 fps (NTSC)
Video Bitrate
32 Kbps to 6 Mbps
Dual Stream
Supported
Stream Types
Video; video and audio
Audio Compression
G.711u
Audio Bitrate
64 Kbps

Video and Audio Inputs

Analog Video Inputs
16 BNC channels, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, supporting coaxitron connection
Standard IP Video Inputs
2 channels, expandable up to 18 total channels, with resolutions up to 6MP
Enhanced IP Mode
8 IP channels, providing up to 24 total channels; each IP channel supports up to 4 Mbps
Supported IP Compression
H.265+, H.265, H.264+, and H.264
CVBS Input Standard
PAL/NTSC
Audio Input
1 RCA channel, 2.0 Vp-p, 1 KΩ
Audio Through Coaxial Cable
Supported
Two-Way Audio
1 RCA channel, 2.0 Vp-p, 1 KΩ, using the first audio input

Supported Analog Video Formats

HDTVI Input
3K (2960 × 1665) at 20 fps; 5MP (2560 × 1944) at 20 fps; 4MP (2560 × 1440) at 25/30 fps; 1080p at 25/30 fps; 720p at 25/30 fps
AHD Input
5MP (2560 × 1944) at 20 fps; 4MP (2560 × 1440) at 25/30 fps; 1080p at 25/30 fps; 720p at 25/30 fps
HDCVI Input
5MP (2592 × 1944) at 20 fps; 4MP (2560 × 1440) at 25/30 fps; 1080p at 25/30 fps; 720p at 25/30 fps

Display and Playback

HDMI Output
1 channel: 4K (3840 × 2160) at 30 Hz, 2K (2560 × 1440) at 60 Hz, 1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz, 1280 × 1024 at 60 Hz, or 1280 × 720 at 60 Hz
VGA Output
1 channel: 1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz, 1280 × 1024 at 60 Hz, or 1280 × 720 at 60 Hz
Video Output Mode
Simultaneous HDMI and VGA output
CVBS Output
1 BNC channel, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω; PAL: 704 × 576, NTSC: 704 × 480
Audio Output
1 RCA channel, linear, 1 KΩ
Synchronous Playback
16 channels
Playback Search
Smart search for efficient playback

Network Specifications

Total Bandwidth
128 Mbps
Network Protocols
TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, Hik-Connect, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, NFS, iSCSI, UPnP, HTTPS, and ONVIF
Remote Connections
128
Network Interface
1 RJ45 10M/100M/1000M self-adaptive Ethernet interface
Wi-Fi Dongle Compatibility
Compatible with major Wi-Fi dongle products available in the market
Output Bandwidth Limit
Configurable

DVR Storage and Interfaces

SATA Interfaces
2
Maximum HDD Capacity
Up to 10 TB per hard drive
Hard Drive
Optional; capacity depends on the selected system configuration
USB Interfaces
1 × USB 2.0 and 1 × USB 3.0
Serial Interface
RS-485, half-duplex
Alarm Inputs/Outputs
Not available on the specified standard configuration

DVR General Specifications

Power Supply
12 VDC
Power Consumption
40 W or less
Operating Temperature
-10°C to 55°C (14°F to 131°F)
Operating Humidity
10% to 90%
Dimensions
380 × 320 × 48 mm (15.0 × 12.6 × 1.9 in)
Weight
2 kg (4.4 lb) or less

DVR Physical Connections

Rear and Front Interfaces
Video inputs, USB interface, video output, HDMI, VGA, RCA audio input, RCA audio output, LAN network interface, RS-485 serial interface, 12 VDC power input, and ground connection

ColorVu Camera Identification

Camera Model
DS-2CE12DF0T-F
Camera Type
2MP ColorVu fixed bullet camera
Image Sensor
2MP CMOS
Signal System
PAL/NTSC
Resolution
1920 × 1080

Camera Video Performance

TVI Frame Rate
1080p at 25/30 fps
CVI Frame Rate
1080p at 25/30 fps
AHD Frame Rate
1080p at 25/30 fps
CVBS Frame Rate
PAL/NTSC
Minimum Illumination
0.001 lux at F1.0 with AGC on; 0 lux with white light
Shutter Time
PAL: 1/25 s to 1/50,000 s; NTSC: 1/30 s to 1/50,000 s
Day/Night Mode
Color
Wide Dynamic Range
Digital WDR
Noise Reduction
3D DNR and 2D DNR

Camera Lens and Viewing Angles

Available Fixed Lenses
2.8 mm, 3.6 mm, or 6 mm
2.8 mm Field of View
98° horizontal, 51° vertical, and 115° diagonal
3.6 mm Field of View
76° horizontal, 41° vertical, and 90° diagonal
6 mm Field of View
50° horizontal, 27° vertical, and 58° diagonal
Lens Mount
M12
Angle Adjustment
Pan: 0° to 360°; tilt: 0° to 180°; rotation: 0° to 360°

ColorVu White-Light Specifications

Aperture
F1.0
White-Light Range
Up to 40 m (131 ft)
White-Light Control
Auto or off
Light Alarm
Solid white-light alarm
Smart Light
Supported

Camera Image Controls

Image Modes
Standard, High Saturation, and Highlight
Automatic Gain Control
Supported
White Balance
Automatic or manual
Auto Exposure Modes
DWDR, BLC, HLC, and Global
Additional Image Functions
Brightness, mirror, sharpness, anti-banding, and Smart Light
Menu Language
English

Camera Interface and Compatibility

Video Output
One switchable TVI/AHD/CVI/CVBS video output
Communication
HIKVISION-C

Camera Environmental and Physical Specifications

Operating Temperature
-40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Operating Humidity
90% or less, non-condensing
Power Supply
12 VDC ±25%
Power Recommendation
Hikvision recommends using one power adapter to supply power to one camera.
Power Consumption
Maximum 4 W
Protection Rating
IP67 water- and dust-resistant
Housing Material
Metal
Camera Dimensions
194.2 × 78 × 74.5 mm (7.65 × 3.07 × 2.93 in)
Camera Weight
Approximately 516 g (1.14 lb)

Accessories Found in the Datasheets

Compatible Camera Junction Box
Hikvision DS-1280ZJ-XS
Surveillance Hard Drive
Optional; not identified as an included accessory in the supplied datasheets

Important Operating Notes

Smart-Feature Limitation
Motion Detection 2.0 and perimeter protection cannot be enabled simultaneously. Enabling one makes the other unavailable.
Enhanced IP Mode Limitation
Enhanced IP Mode may conflict with smart events, including Motion Detection 2.0 and perimeter protection, or with other functions. Refer to the DVR user manual for details.
Optional DVR Interfaces
The number of audio inputs and alarm inputs/outputs may vary by hardware configuration. The package label identifies optional interface configurations.
System Contents
The supplied datasheets identify the DVR and camera models but do not state the quantity of cameras, cables, power supplies, connectors, or storage included in a retail bundle. Verify the selected package configuration before purchase.
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Ideal Applications and Common Uses

  • Single-family homes and residential properties
  • Retail stores and customer-facing businesses
  • Offices and professional buildings
  • Warehouses and indoor storage areas
  • Parking areas, driveways, and building entrances
  • Perimeter monitoring around outdoor properties
  • Hallways, reception areas, and points of entry
  • Properties that need full-color nighttime video
  • Existing coaxial surveillance systems being upgraded to 1080p ColorVu cameras
  • Installations that need human and vehicle classification to reduce irrelevant motion alerts
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