Hikvision 16CH DS-7216HGHI-K1 Turbo HD DVR

The Hikvision DS-7216HGHI-K1 is a 16-channel Turbo HD DVR designed for small to medium-sized surveillance installations. It supports hybrid connectivity, allowing you to mix analog, Turbo HD, and IP cameras, making it a flexible upgrade path for existing coaxial systems or a solid foundation for a new security setup.

Key specifications

• Channels: 16-channel video input (supports 16 analog/Turbo HD + 8 IP cameras)
• Recording Resolution: Up to 1080p (Full HD) per channel at real-time frame rates
• Compression: H.265+ / H.265 / H.264+ / H.264 video encoding for efficient storage
• HDMI / VGA Output: Dual video output for local monitoring (up to 1080p)
• Audio: 4-channel audio input via RCA, plus 1 audio output
• Alarm I/O: 4 alarm inputs and 1 alarm output for external sensor integration
• Storage: Supports 2 SATA HDDs (up to 10TB total capacity)
• Network: 1 RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port for remote viewing and playback
• Mobile Access: Compatible with Hik-Connect and iVMS-4500 apps for live view and playback on smartphones

Recording & Playback

• Simultaneous record and playback: up to 16 channels at 1080p
• Smart search and event-based playback (motion, alarm, tampering)
• Supports continuous, scheduled, and motion-triggered recording modes

Interfaces & Connectivity

• 1 USB 2.0 and 1 USB 3.0 port for backup and mouse operation
• 1 RS-485 port for PTZ camera control
• BNC video outputs for analog monitoring (CVBS)

This DVR is ideal for retail shops, offices, and residential setups that need a reliable, high-definition recording solution with room for expansion. Its hybrid design lets you keep existing analog cameras while gradually upgrading to HD-TVI or IP units without replacing the recorder.