Hikvision iDS-7208HQHI-M1/XT – 8-ch 1080p 1U H.265 AcuSense DVR
The Hikvision iDS-7208HQHI-M1/XT is an 8-channel Turbo HD digital video recorder built as a full-size 1U AcuSense unit with facial recognition. Specifically, it accepts HDTVI, AHD, HDCVI, and CVBS analog inputs adaptively, and it also supports up to 12 IP camera channels when Enhanced IP mode is active. As a result, installers can combine analog and IP cameras across a larger site on a single recorder.
Meanwhile, this /XT variant adds face picture comparison and search across up to 16 face libraries, with a 2-channel face-comparison alarm on HD analog cameras. In addition, up to four channels support deep-learning perimeter protection, giving line-crossing and intrusion detection around larger boundaries. Note that face comparison, motion detection 2.0, and perimeter protection are mutually exclusive; enabling one disables the other two.
Furthermore, the DVR records at up to 3K/5 MP Lite resolution using efficient H.265 Pro+/H.265 Pro/H.265/H.264+/H.264 compression, which keeps storage costs manageable across 8 channels. On top of that, an RS-485 serial interface enables PTZ control, and a single SATA bay supports drives up to 10 TB.
Technical Specifications
Recording & Compression
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | iDS-7208HQHI-M1/XT |
| Recorder Type | 8-ch 1080p 1U H.265 AcuSense DVR |
| Video Compression | H.265 Pro+/H.265 Pro/H.265/H.264+/H.264 |
| Encoding Resolution | 3K Lite/5 MP Lite/4 MP Lite/1080p/720p/VGA/WD1/4CIF/CIF (or Lite equivalents when 1080p Lite mode is enabled) |
| Frame Rate (Main Stream) | Up to 20 fps for 3K/5 MP stream access; up to 25 fps (P)/30 fps (N) at lower resolutions |
| Frame Rate (Sub-Stream) | WD1/4CIF @ 12 fps; CIF @ 25 fps (P)/30 fps (N) |
| Video Bitrate | 32 Kbps to 6 Mbps |
| Audio Compression | G.711u |
| Audio Bitrate | 64 Kbps |
| Facial Recognition | Face picture comparison and search; up to 16 libraries; 2-ch face-comparison alarm on HD analog cameras |
| Smart Detection | Motion Detection 2.0 with human/vehicle classification (all analog channels); Perimeter Protection up to 4 channels |
Note: Face picture comparison, Motion Detection 2.0, and Perimeter Protection cannot run simultaneously — enabling one disables the other two. Enhanced IP mode may also conflict with these smart events.
Video & Audio I/O
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Analog Video Input | 8-ch, BNC (1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω), coaxitron-compatible |
| HDTVI Input | Up to 3K (2960 × 1665) @ 20 fps, with HDTVI Two-Way Audio support |
| AHD Input | Up to 5 MP (2560 × 1944) @ 20 fps |
| HDCVI Input | Up to 5 MP (2592 × 1944) @ 20 fps |
| CVBS Input | PAL/NTSC |
| CVBS Output | 1-ch, BNC (1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω); PAL 704 × 576, NTSC 704 × 480 |
| IP Video Input | 2-ch (up to 10-ch); Enhanced IP mode: 4-ch (up to 12-ch), each up to 4 Mbps, up to 6 MP |
| HDMI Output | 1-ch, up to 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz |
| VGA Output | 1-ch, up to 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz |
| Video Output Mode | HDMI/VGA simultaneous output |
| Audio Input | 1-ch (up to 8-ch optional), RCA (2.0 Vp-p, 1 KΩ); 8-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 | 8-ch |
Network & Storage
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Network Interface | 1 × RJ45, 10/100 Mbps self-adaptive |
| Total Bandwidth | 96 Mbps |
| Remote Connections | Up to 64 |
| Network Protocols | TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, Hik-Connect, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, NFS, iSCSI, UPnP, HTTPS, ONVIF |
| Wi-Fi | Connectable via USB Wi-Fi dongle |
| Storage Interface | 1 × SATA, up to 10 TB per disk |
| Serial Interface | RS-485 (half-duplex) |
| USB Interface | 1 × USB 2.0 (front panel); 1 × USB 2.0 (rear panel) |
| Alarm In/Out | N/A (optional, package-dependent — see note below) |
Note: Audio input count and alarm in/out ports vary by package tag (e.g. “4A+8/4ALM” denotes 4 audio inputs, 8 alarm inputs, 4 alarm outputs). Confirm the specific unit’s tag before assuming alarm terminal availability.
Power & Physical
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 12 VDC, 1.5 A |
| Power Consumption | ≤ 18 W (without HDD) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +55°C (+14°F to +131°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 315 × 242 × 45 mm (12.4 × 9.5 × 1.8 in) |
| Weight | ≤ 1.78 kg (3.9 lb), without HDD |
Who This DVR Suits Best
- Gated estates and offices wanting face-based access alerts – the 16-library face comparison flags known or watch-listed faces across 2 dedicated channels, suiting reception areas and estate gates.
- Larger compounds needing PTZ and perimeter coverage – RS-485 serial control plus 4-channel perimeter protection suits warehouses and industrial yards with boundary fencing and PTZ cameras.
- SME sites across Kenya scaling past 4 channels – 8 analog inputs and up to 12 IP channels give room to grow without upgrading to a rack-mount recorder.
No products in the cart. 
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.