Dahua DHI-XVR7216A - 16 Channel 1080P Hybrid CCTV DVR
Product Features
- Dahua DHI-XVR7216A is a 16 channel (16ch) Penta-brid 1080P CCTV DVR (XVR) in a 1U case.
- A 5 in 1 hybrid DVR: supports HDCVI, AHD, TVI, CVBS and IP video inputs.
- H.264+ and H.264 dual-stream video compression with an embedded processor.
- Up to 24 IP camera channels, each up to 5MP, with up to 96 Mbps incoming bandwidth.
- Two SATA ports, up to 8 TB per disk, with HDMI and VGA output.
The Dahua DHI-XVR7216A - 16 Channel Penta-brid 1080P 1U Digital Video Recorder is part of Dahua’s digital video recorder (DVR/XVR) range. It is a 16ch DVR and hybrid CCTV DVR in one 1U case: it records HDCVI, AHD, TVI, CVBS (analogue) and IP cameras, with two SATA hard drives and HDMI and VGA output.
Also listed as XVR7216A.
Technical specification
| Model | DHI-XVR7216A (XVR7216A) |
|---|---|
| Type | 16 channel Penta-brid 1080P 1U digital video recorder (XVR) |
| Video inputs | HDCVI, AHD, TVI, CVBS and IP |
| IP camera input | Up to 24 channels (16+8), each channel up to 5MP; up to 96 Mbps incoming bandwidth |
| Video compression | H.264+ / H.264, dual-stream |
| Main stream | 1080P, 720P, 960H, D1, HD1, BCIF, CIF, QCIF at 1 to 25/30 fps |
| Sub stream | D1 / CIF / QCIF at 1 to 25/30 fps |
| Display | 1 HDMI, 1 VGA |
| Storage | 2 SATA ports, up to 8TB capacity for each disk |
| Network | 1 RJ-45 port (1000M) |
| USB | 1 USB 2.0, 1 USB 3.0 |
| RS485 | 1 port, for PTZ control |
| Audio | 4 channel input, 1 channel output, RCA |
| Power | DC12V/5A |
| Size | 1U, 375mm × 287mm × 53mm |
| Operating temperature | -10°C to +55°C, 0 to 90% RH |
Other 16 channel Dahua recorders in this family: the DHI-XVR7216AN, the 4K DHI-XVR7216A-4KL-X and the 4K WizSense AI DH-XVR7216AN-4K-I3.
Who is it for?
A DVR records cameras over coaxial cable. Multi-format models accept HD-over-coax, AHD, TVI and older analogue cameras on any channel, and many take IP cameras too — so an existing analogue system can be upgraded camera by camera rather than all at once.
Choosing the right recorder
- Channels. One per camera, with room to expand. Buy the larger option if there is any chance of adding cameras.
- Maximum resolution. Check the recorder supports the resolution of the cameras you are fitting, or it will record them at less.
- Audio over coax on some models records sound from compatible cameras down the same cable — useful at a till or counter, provided you display signage saying audio is recorded.
- Drive bays determine how long you can keep footage.
What you will need
- A surveillance-grade hard drive, fitted and formatted by us before dispatch.
- RG59 coax and 12V power to each camera, plus a multi-way PSU — the recorder does not power cameras.
- A network cable from the recorder to your router for app access.
Frequently asked questions
Will it work with the cameras I already have?
On a multi-format recorder, yes — each channel auto-detects the camera type, so you can mix old and new.
Is there a monthly fee?
No — local recording and a free app.
Can I add IP cameras later?
Many models take IP cameras on additional channels. Ask us and we will confirm for your recorder.
What does Penta-brid mean?
Penta-brid is Dahua’s name for a recorder that accepts five types of video input: HDCVI, AHD, TVI, CVBS (analogue) and IP. That makes the DHI-XVR7216A a 5 in 1 DVR and a hybrid DVR, so an existing analogue system can be kept or upgraded camera by camera. Our Dahua Penta-brid recorders guide explains the format in more detail.
Browse the full Dahua range or all CCTV. Need help choosing? Contact us, call 01902 902251, or visit our Wolverhampton trade counter.
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| Product Code | DHI-XVR7216A |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dahua |
| Product Type | XVR |
| Video Compression | H.264+/H.264 |
| Analog Video Input | 16 ch |
| IP Video Input | 4+2/8+4/16+8 Channel, each channel up to 5MP |
| Recording Resolution | Main stream: 1080P/720P/960H/D1/HD1/BCIF/CIF/QCIF (1~25/30fps)Sub steram:D1/CIF/QCIF(1~25/30fps) |
| Display | 1 HDMI ,1 VGA |
| Audio I/O | 4 Channel input,1 Channel output, RCA |
| eSATA/Mini SAS | N/A |
| Storage Capacity | 2 SATA Ports, up to 8TB capacity for each disk |
| Interface | 4CH: 1 RJ-45 Port (100M)8/16CH: 1 RJ-45 Port (1000M) |
| Serial Interface | RS485 - 1 Port, for PTZ Control |
| USB Port | 4CH:2 USB Ports (2 USB 2.0 ) 8/16CH:2 USB Ports (1 USB 2.0 , 1 USB 3.0) |
| Alarm I/O | 42590 |
| Power | 4/8CH:DC12V/4A 16CH:DC12V/5A |
| Chassis | 1U, 375mm×287mm×53mm (14.8 |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C ~ +55°C (+14°F ~ +131°F), 0~ 90% RH |
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