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Dahua Technology C868E124A 16-Channel 4K UHD Pentabrid HD-CVI DVR with 4TB HDD & 12 4K Outdoor Night Vision Turret Cameras

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Dahua Technology C868E124A 16-Channel 4K UHD Pentabrid HD-CVI DVR with 4TB HDD & 12 4K Outdoor Night Vision Turret Cameras
Key Features
  • Record from and Manage up to 16 Cameras
  • 16 Analog & 16 IP Camera Channels
  • Up to 8MP Recording Resolution
  • 4TB Preinstalled HDD
Monitor your home or business with the C868E124A 16-Channel 4K UHD Pentabrid HD-CVI DVR with 4TB HDD & 12 4K Outdoor Night Vision Turret Cameras from Dahua Technology. This DVR allows users to record from up to 16 analog cameras via HD-CVI, HD-TVI, AHD, or CVBS inputs, and up to 16 IP camera inputs at resolutions up to 8MP. Equipped with two SATA ports that each support an HDD up to 10TB, the recorder has capacity of 20TB (4TB preinstalled). Space-saving H.265+/H.264+ and H.265/H.264 video codecs reduce bandwidth requirements for efficient data storage while maintaining the best quality possible.

The included turret cameras transmit 3840 x 2160 resolution video at 15 fps. They are each equipped with a 2.8mm fixed lens that delivers a 105° horizontal field of view, along with an IR LED for up to 98' of night vision. The cameras are IP67 rated for safe outdoor use.

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Dahua Technology C868E124A Overview

Monitor your home or business with the C868E124A 16-Channel 4K UHD Pentabrid HD-CVI DVR with 4TB HDD & 12 4K Outdoor Night Vision Turret Cameras from Dahua Technology. This DVR allows users to record from up to 16 analog cameras via HD-CVI, HD-TVI, AHD, or CVBS inputs, and up to 16 IP camera inputs at resolutions up to 8MP. Equipped with two SATA ports that each support an HDD up to 10TB, the recorder has capacity of 20TB (4TB preinstalled). Space-saving H.265+/H.264+ and H.265/H.264 video codecs reduce bandwidth requirements for efficient data storage while maintaining the best quality possible.

The included turret cameras transmit 3840 x 2160 resolution video at 15 fps. They are each equipped with a 2.8mm fixed lens that delivers a 105° horizontal field of view, along with an IR LED for up to 98' of night vision. The cameras are IP67 rated for safe outdoor use.

DVR Features
Perimeter protection and smart motion detection with human/vehicle object classification
Embedded processor and Linux OS
Pentabrid technology enables recording from HD-CVI, AHD, HD-TVI, CVBS, and IP sources
Long-distance transmission up to 3937'
Automatic recognition of incoming signals for each camera input
Recording resolution up to 8MP
HDMI and VGA video outputs
Spot output
Compatible with iOS and Android
Supports cameras from Dahua, Arecont Vision, AXIS, Bosch, Brickcom, Canon, CP Plus, Dynacolor, Honeywell, Panasonic, Pelco, Samsung, Sanyo, Sony, Videotec, Vivotek, and others
Turret Camera Features
Compatible with Dahua DVRs
Video transmission distance up to 3937'
IR cut filter for day and night functionality
Smart IR
Auto and manual IR on/off control
3.3' close focus distance
>65 dB S/N ratio
True WDR (120 dB), BLC, and HLC
Auto and manual gain control
Auto and manual white balance
2D-DNR and 3D-DNR
Electronic defog
Multilanguage OSD menu
UPC: 810053971093

Dahua Technology C868E124A Specs

DVR
Main Processor
Embedded Processor
Operating System
Embedded Linux
Analog Camera Inputs
16 x BNC
HD-CVI
8 MP, 6 MP, 5 MP, 4 MP, 1080p, 720p
AHD
8 MP, 6 MP, 5 MP, 4 MP, 1080p, 720p
HD-TVI
8 MP, 6 MP, 5 MP, 4 MP, 1080p, 720p
CVBS
NTSC
IP Camera Inputs
16 + 16 Channels, (Each Channel up to 8 MP)
Audio Input/Output
1 x RCA Input
1 x RCA Output
Two-Way Talk
Audio Input Channel 1 In / Audio Output, RCA
Compression
AI Coding, Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264
Recording Resolution
8 MP, 6 MP, 5 MP, 4K-N, 4 MP, 3 MP, 1080p, 720p, 960H, D1, CIF
Recording Rates
Main Stream
8 MP at 15 fps, 6 MP at 20 fps, 5 MP at 20 fps
4K-N, 4 MP, 3 MP, 1080p, 720p, 960H, D1, CIF at 30 fps

Sub Stream
960H, D1, CIF at 30 fps
Maximum Incoming Bandwidth
128 Mb/s
Bit Rate
32 to 8192 kb/s per Channel
Recording Modes
Manual, Schedule (Regular, Continuous), MD (Video Detection: Motion Detection, Video Loss, Tampering), Alarm, Stop
Recording Intervals
1 to 60 Minutes (Default 60 Minutes)
Pre-Record: 1 to 30 Seconds
Post-Record: 10 to 300 Seconds
Audio Compression
G.711a, G.711Mu, PCM
Audio Sample Rate
8 kHz, 16 bits per Channel
Audio Bit Rate
64 kb/s per Channel
Interface
1 x HDMI (3840 x 2160)
1 x VGA (1920 x 1080)
1 x BNC
Spot Output
Configurable HDMI or VGA
HDMI: 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 1024, 1280 x 720
VGA: 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 1024, 1280 x 720
Native Output Resolution
HDMI: 3840 x 2160, 2560 x 1440, 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 1024, 1280 x 720

VGA: 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 1024, 1280 x 720
Maximum Decoding
16 Channels of 720p at 30 fps
16 Channels of 1080p at 15 fps
8 Channels of 8 MP at 7 fps
8 Channels of 6 MP/5 MP at 13 fps
8 Channels of 4K-N/4 MP/3 MP at 15 fps
8 Channels of 1080p, 720p, 960H at 30 fps
4 Channels of 8MP at 15 fps
4 Channels of 6 MP at 20 fps
4 Channels of 5 MP at 25 fps
4 Channels of 4 MP, 3 MP, 1080p, 720p at 30 fps
1 Channel of 8 MP at 30 fps
Multi-Screen Display
IP Extension Mode Disabled: 1/4/8/9/16
IP Extension Mode Enabled: 1/4/8/9/16/25/36
Fisheye Dewarping
Supported via Web Interface
On-Screen Display
Camera Title, Time, Video Loss, Camera Lock, Motion Detection, Recording
Network Interface
1 x 1000M RJ45 Port
Network Protocols
HTTP, TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, UPnP, RTSP, UDP, SMTP, NTP, DHCP, DNS, IP Filter, PPPoE, DDNS, FTP, Alarm Server, P2P, IP Search (Supports Dahua IP Cameras, DVRs, and NVS)
Maximum User Access
128 Users
Mobile OS Support
iOS, Android
Interoperability
ONVIF 16.12, CGI Conformant
Trigger Events
Recording, PTZ, Tour, Video Push, Email, FTP, Snapshot, Buzzer, and Screen Tips
Video Detection
Motion Detection, MD Zones: 396 (22 x 18), Video Loss, Tampering, and Diagnosis
Playback
1/4/9/16
Search Modes
Time/Date, Alarm, MD, and Exact Search (Accurate to One Second)
Playback Functions
Play, Pause, Stop, Rewind, Fast Play, Slow Play, Next File, Previous File, Next Camera, Previous Camera, Full Screen, Repeat, Shuffle, Backup Selection, and Digital Zoom
Backup Modes
USB Device, Network
HDD Capacity
2 x SATA Ports, up to 10 TB per Disk (20 TB Total)
HDD Included
4 TB
USB
1 x USB 2.0
1 x USB 3.0
RS-485
1 x RS-485 Port for PTZ Control
Power Supply
12 VDC, 5 A
Power Consumption
< 32 W without HDD
Operating Temperature
14 to 131°F / -10 to 55°C
Operating Humidity
0 to 90% RH
Storage Temperature
-4 to 158°F / -20 to 70°C
Storage Temperature
0 to 90% RH
Third-Party Support
Dahua, Arecont Vision, AXIS, Bosch, Brickcom, Canon, CP Plus, Dynacolor, Honeywell, Panasonic, Pelco, Samsung, Sanyo, Sony, Videotec, Vivotek, and Others
Certifications
Safety: EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Subpart B, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 55032, EN 50130, EN 55024
Installation
Desktop or Rackmount
Rackmount
1 RU
Dimensions
14.8 x 13 x 2.1" / 375 x 332 x 53 mm
Weight
5.4 lb / 2.4 kg
Camera
Image Sensor
1/2.7" Progressive Scan CMOS Sensor
Effective Pixels (H x V)
3840 x 2160
Electronic Shutter Speed
1/100,000 to 1/3 Seconds
Minimum Illumination
Color: 0.03 Lux at f/2.0, 30 IRE
B&W: 0 Lux with IR
S/N Ratio
> 65 dB
IR Range
98.43' / 30 m
IR Control
On/Off Control (Auto, Manual)
Number of IR LEDs
1
Mount Type
M12
Focal Length
2.8mm
Maximum Aperture
f/2.0
Field of View
Horizontal: 105°
Vertical: 56°
Diagonal: 125°
Close Focus Distance
3.28' / 1000 mm
Angle Adjustment
Horizontal: 0 to 360°
Vertical: 0 to 78°
Rotation: 0 to 360°
DORI Distance
Detect: 246' / 75 m
Observe: 98' / 30 m
Recognize: 49' / 15 m
Identify: 26' / 8 m
Resolution
8 MP (3840 x 2160), 5 MP (2592 x 1944), 4 MP (2560 x 1440), 960H (960 x 480)
Frame Rate
HD-CVI: 8 MP at 15 fps, 5 MP at 20 fps, 4 MP at 30 fps
AHD: 8 MP at 15 fps, 5 MP at 20 fps, 4 MP at 30 fps
HD-TVI: 8 MP at 15 fps, 5 MP at 20 fps, 4 MP at 30 fps
CVBS: NTSC
Video Output
1 x BNC Output: HD-CVI, AHD, HD-TVI, CVBS (Switchable)
Day/Night
Auto IR Cut Filter
OSD Menu
Multilanguage
Backlight Compensation
BLC, HLC, True WDR (120 dB)
Gain Control
Auto, Manual
Noise Reduction
2D-DNR, 3D-DNR
White Balance
Auto, Manual
Smart IR
Yes
Defogging
Electronic Defog
Power Supply
12 VDC ± 30%
Power Consumption
Maximum 5.2 W at 12 VDC with IR
Operating Conditions
-40 to 140°F / -40 to 60°C
Less than 95% RH (Non-Condensing)
Storage Conditions
-40 to 140°F / -40 to 60°C
Less than 95% RH (Non-Condensing)
IP Rating
IP67
Casing
Metal
Certifications
Safety: UL60950-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Subpart B, ANSI C63.4-2014

CE: EN55032, EN55024, EN50130-4
Dimensions (Diameter x Height)
3.7 x 3.37" / 94 x 85.6 mm
Weight
0.68 lb / 0.31 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
25.91 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
22.1 x 17.2 x 11.4"

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