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Technical Specifications

Hikvision iDS-7216HQHI-M2/S 16-Channel Turbo AcuSense DVR

The Hikvision iDS-7216HQHI-M2/S is built for buyers who need more channels, smarter event filtering, and a practical upgrade path without replacing an entire surveillance system. With 16 analog channels, support for up to 24 total channels in Enhanced IP mode, deep learning-based Motion Detection 2.0, and perimeter protection, it helps you reduce false alarms while keeping multi-camera monitoring easier to manage.

This model is a strong fit for retail stores, offices, schools, warehouses, mixed analog-to-IP upgrades, and larger properties that need dependable recording with flexible camera compatibility. If your goal is to cover more areas, review events faster, and keep storage costs under control, this DVR gives you a balanced way to do it.

Common uses include business surveillance, front and rear entrance monitoring, loss prevention, warehouse coverage, office security, and analog system upgrades where human and vehicle filtering can save time during playback and alert review.

Key Features

  • Deep learning-based Motion Detection 2.0 for all analog channels
  • Deep learning-based perimeter protection
  • H.265 Pro+/H.265 Pro/H.265/H.264+/H.264 video compression
  • HDTVI/AHD/CVI/CVBS/IP video inputs
  • Audio via coaxial cable
  • Up to 24-ch IP camera inputs (up to 6 MP)
  • Up to 10 TB capacity per HDD
  • Full channel recording at up to 1080p resolution
  • Two SATA interfaces
  • Smart search for efficient playback
  • Support multiple VCA (Video Content Analytics) events for both analog and smart IP cameras
  • Compatible with major Wi-Fi dongle products in the market
  • Hik-Connect & DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) for easy network management
  • Output bandwidth limit configurable

Smart Functions

Model
iDS-7216HQHI-M2/S
Motion Detection 2.0
Deep learning-based motion detection 2.0 is enabled by default for all analog channels, it can classify human and vehicle, and extremely reduce false alarms caused by objects like leaves and lights; Quick search by object or event type is supported;
Perimeter Protection
Deep learning-based perimeter protection
Perimeter Protection Human/Vehicle Analysis
Up to 4-ch
VCA Support
Support multiple VCA (Video Content Analytics) events for both analog and smart IP cameras

Recording

Video Compression
H.265 Pro+/H.265 Pro/H.265/H.264+/H.264
Encoding Resolution
Main stream: When 1080p Lite mode not enabled: For 4 MP stream access: 4 MP lite@15 fps; 1080p lite/720p/WD1/4CIF/VGA/CIF@25 fps (P)/30 fps (N) For 3 MP stream access: 3 MP/1080p/720p/VGA/WD1/4CIF/CIF@15 fps For 1080p stream access: 1080p/720p@15 fps; VGA/WD1/4CIF/CIF@25 fps (P)/30 fps (N) For 720p stream access: 720p/VGA/WD1/4CIF/CIF@25 fps (P)/30 fps (N) When 1080p Lite mode enabled: 4 MP lite/3 MP@15 fps; 1080p lite/720p lite/VGA/WD1/4CIF/CIF@25 fps (P)/30 fps (N) Sub-stream: WD1/4CIF@12 fps; CIF@25 fps (P)/30 fps (N)
Video Bitrate
32 Kbps to 6 Mbps
Dual Stream
Support
Stream Type
Video, Video & Audio
Audio Compression
G.711u
Audio Bitrate
64 Kbps
Full Channel Recording
Full channel recording at up to 1080p resolution

Video and Audio

IP Video Input
2-ch (up to 18-ch) Enhanced IP mode on: 8-ch (up to 24-ch), each up to 4 Mbps Up to 6 MP resolution Support H.265+/H.265/H.264+/H.264 IP cameras
Analog Video Input
16-ch; BNC interface (1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω), supporting coaxitron connection
HDTVI Input
3K@20 fps, 4 MP@30 fps, 4 MP@25 fps, 3 MP@18 fps, 1080p@30 fps, 1080p@25 fps, 720p@60 fps, 720p@50 fps, 720p@30 fps, 720p@25 fps
HDTVI Input Note
The 3 MP signal input is only available for channel 1/2/3/4 of iDS-7216HQHI-M2/S.
AHD Input
4 MP@25 fps, 4 MP@30 fps, 1080p@25 fps, 1080p@30 fps, 720p@25 fps, 720p@30 fps
HDCVI Input
4 MP@25 fps, 4 MP@30 fps, 1080p@25 fps, 1080p@30 fps, 720p@25 fps, 720p@30 fps
CVBS Input
PAL/NTSC
CVBS Output
1-ch, BNC (1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω), resolution: PAL: 704 × 576, NTSC: 704 × 480
HDMI Output
1-ch, 1920 × 1080/60 Hz, 1280 × 1024/60 Hz, 1280 × 720/60 Hz
VGA Output
1-ch, 1920 × 1080/60 Hz, 1280 × 1024/60 Hz, 1280 × 720/60 Hz
Video Output Mode
HDMI/VGA simultaneous output
Audio Input
1-ch (up to 16-ch is optional), RCA (2.0 Vp-p, 1 KΩ); 16-ch via coaxial cable
Audio Output
1-ch, RCA (Linear, 1 KΩ)
Two-way Audio
1-ch, RCA (2.0 Vp-p, 1 KΩ) (using the first audio input)
Synchronous Playback
16-ch
Audio via Coaxial Cable
Supported

Network

Remote Connection
128
Network Protocol
TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, Hik-Connect, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, NFS, iSCSI, UPnP™, HTTPS, ONVIF
Network Interface
1, RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet interface
Wi-Fi
Connectable to Wi-Fi network by Wi-Fi dongle through USB interface
Network Management
Hik-Connect & DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) for easy network management
Output Bandwidth Limit
Configurable

Auxiliary Interface

SATA
2 SATA interfaces, up to 10 TB capacity for each disk
Serial Interface
RS-485 (half-duplex)
USB Interface
Front panel: 1 × USB 2.0; Rear panel: 1 × USB 3.0
Alarm In/Out
N/A (optional to support)
Storage and Playback
Two SATA interfaces; Smart search for efficient playback

General

Power Supply
12 VDC, 3.3 A
Consumption (without HDD)
≤ 40 W
Working Temperature
-10 °C to 55 °C (14 °F to 131 °F)
Working Humidity
10% to 90%
Dimension (W × D × H)
380 × 320 × 48 mm (15.0” × 12.6” × 1.9”)
Weight (without HDD)
≤ 2 kg (4.4 lb.)

Notes

Function Limitation Note
Motion detection 2.0 and perimeter protection cannot be enabled at the same time. Enable one function will make the other one unavailable.
Enhanced IP Mode Note
Enhanced IP mode might be conflicted with smart events (motion detection 2.0 and perimeter protection) or other functions, please refer to the user manual for details.
Audio / Alarm Optional Note
The number of audio inputs and alarm in/out can be optional. The tag on the package will describe audio input and alarm in/out parameters. For example, “4A+8/4ALM” means your device has 4 audio inputs, 8 alarm inputs and 4 alarm outputs. If your device only has 1 audio input, the tag may not describe it.

Physical Interface

1
VIDEO IN
2
USB interface
3
VIDEO OUT
4
HDMI interface
5
VGA interface
6
AUDIO OUT, RCA connector
7
AUDIO IN, RCA connector
8
LAN network interface
9
RS-485 serial interface
10
12 VDC power input
11
GND

Accessories Found

Included Accessories
No included box contents or accessories are explicitly listed in the provided datasheet.
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