Dahua DHI-NVR4108HS-4KS3 compact 8CH AI 4K 12 MP 1xSATA 1U NVR

Dahua DHI-NVR4108HS-4KS3 8CH Compact 1U 1HDD Lite Network Video Recorder

The DHI-NVR4108HS-4KS3 is an 8-channel NVR4000-4KS3 Lite Series Network Video Recorder, supporting resolutions up to 4K and IP cameras up to 12 MP. The device offers AI functions implemented by both the DVR and cameras, including SMD PLus, face detection and recognition, perimeter protection, people counting, stereo analysis and heat map.

• Supports up to 8 IP video channels.
• Maximum bit rate of 80/80/60 Mbps (input/recording/output).
• Support for IP cameras with up to 12 MP resolution.
• Maximum decoding capacity: up to 8 × 1080p@30 fps.
• 1 SATA drive bay with up to 20TB capacity (depending on ambient temperature).
• HDMI and VGA video outputs with support for resolutions up to 3840 × 2160.

System description and features

The DHI-NVR4108HS-4KS3 DVR is part of the NVR4000-4KS3 Lite series and features an industrial-grade processor and Embedded Linux operating system. The unit offers a local GUI interface and web browser access for remote management and control. It can act as edge, central or backup storage, providing flexibility in various application scenarios, according to the manufacturer's documentation.

AI, video and alarm functions

This model supports AI functions implemented by the DVR (4-channel SMD PLus) and by cameras, including face detection, face recognition, perimeter protection, SMD PLus, people counting, stereo analysis and heat map. The DVR offers support for 8 IP channels, numerous resolutions up to 12 MP, various playback and recording modes, as well as a wide range of general, anomaly and smart alarms and related alarm responses such as recording, photos, beeping and calling camera presets.

Specifications

Technical data source:manufacturer's documentation DAHUA datasheet of model DHI-NVR4108HS-4KS3 Dokumentacja producenta

FAQ - frequently asked questions

• How many video channels does the DHI-NVR4108HS-4KS3 DVR support?
  The DVR supports 8 IP video channels (Access Channel: 8 channels).
• What is the maximum resolution of supported IP cameras?
  The DVR supports IP cameras with a resolution up to 12 MP (Supports IP cameras with a resolution up to 12 MP).
• What are the maximum bit rates for the network signal?
  The maximum bit rates are 80 Mbps for incoming stream, 80 Mbps for recording and 60 Mbps for outgoing stream.
• What video compressions are supported by this DVR?
  The device supports Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+ and H.264.
• How many hard drives can be installed in the DVR and with what capacity?
  The DVR has 1 SATA port, and each drive can have a capacity of up to 20 TB, with the limit depending on the ambient temperature.
• What video outputs are available on the DHI-NVR4108HS-4KS3?
  The DVR has 1 HDMI output and 1 VGA output.
• What resolutions does the HDMI output support in simultaneous mode?
  In simultaneous mode, HDMI supports 3840 × 2160, 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 1024 and 1280 × 720 resolutions.
• What AI functions are available with cameras?
  AI by Camera supports face detection, face recognition, perimeter protection, SMD PLus, peopLe counting, stereo analysis and heat map.
• How many SMD PLus channels does the recorder support?
  SMD PLus by Recorder supports 4 channels, and SMD PLus by Camera supports 6 channels.
• What facial attributes are analyzed in Face Detection?
  The attributes analyzed are gender, age group, glasses, expressions, face mask and beard.
• What is the maximum decoding capacity with AI functions disabled?
  With AI disabled: 1-channel 12 MP@30 fps; 2-channel 8 MP@30 fps; 3-channel 5 MP@30 fps; 4-channel 4 MP@30 fps; 8-channel 1080p@30 fps.
• What is the maximum decoding capacity with AI features enabled?
  With AI enabled: 1-channel 12 MP@30 fps; 1-channel 8 MP@30 fps; 2-channel 5 MP@30 fps; 3-channel 4 MP@30 fps; 7-channel 1080p@30 fps.
• What network protocols are supported by the DVR?
  HTTP, HTTPS, TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, UDP, NTP, DHCP, DNS, SMTP, UPnP, IP Filter, FTP, DDNS, SNMP, Alarm Server, P2P, Auto Registration and IP Search protocols are supported.
• What IP camera manufacturers is the DVR compatible with?
  The documentation indicates compatibility with ONVIF and cameras from Panasonic, Sony, Axis, Arecont, Pelco, Canon and Hanwha.
• What are the available recording modes?
  The available recording modes are general, motion detection, intelligent and alarm.
• What recording playback modes are available?
  Playback can be implemented as instant pLayback, general pLayback, event pLayback, tag pLayback and smart pLayback.
• What are the environmental conditions of the recorder?
  The operating temperature range is -10 °C to +55 °C, the operating humidity is 10% to 93% RH (non-condensing).
• What is the power supply and power consumption of the device?
  The recorder is powered by 12 VDC, 2 A, and the total power consumption without disk is less than 10 W.
• What are the dimensions and weight of the recorder?
  The dimensions of the product are 260.0 mm × 232.5 mm × 47.6 mm, net weight is 0.81 kg, and gross weight is 1.38 kg.

The DHI-NVR4108HS-4KS3 DVR provides support for IP cameras up to 12 MP, AI functions and flexible recording management in multiple resolutions and modes. According to the manufacturer's documentation, the device combines a compact 1U design with support for a single drive of up to 20 TB and a wide range of network and alarm functions.