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Dahua DHI-NVR4232-16P-4KS3 32 Channel 4K NVR

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  • 32-Channel 4K & 12 MP Access: Connects up to 32 IP cameras at up to 12 MP resolution with 160 Mbps bandwidth and 4K (3840 × 2160) HDMI video output.
  • Plug-and-Play 16-Port PoE: Built-in 16-port PoE switch delivers network and power over single cables with a 130 W total budget (up to 25.5 W per port).
  • AI by Recorder SMD Plus: 2-channel Smart Motion Detection distinguishes humans and vehicles to filter out false alarms from weather and foliage.
  • Dual SATA 40 TB Capacity: 2 SATA bays supporting up to 20 TB per HDD provide extensive multi-camera video storage retention.
  • Smart H.265+ Compression: Optimizes bandwidth and storage efficiency while supporting 16-channel simultaneous playback. Smart Camera AI Integration: Fully supports camera-based perimeter protection, face detection, facial recognition, and crowd heat maps.

Details

High-Density 32-Channel 4K Processing with 16-Port PoE

The Dahua DHI-NVR4232-16P-4KS3 is a high-capacity 32-channel 1U Network Video Recorder engineered for medium-to-large surveillance deployments across commercial offices, warehouses, retail centers, and residential complexes. Supporting IP cameras up to 12 MP resolution and 4K HDMI output (3840 × 2160), it provides crystal-clear live view and playback. Featuring 16 integrated PoE ports with a 130 W total power budget, the unit simplifies multi-camera installations by delivering data and power over single Ethernet cables.

Intelligent SMD Plus and Deep Camera AI Linkage

Equipped with on-board SMD Plus by Recorder across 2 channels, the NVR accurately classifies human and motor vehicle targets, eliminating false triggers from moving trees, heavy rain, or changing light. When connected to compatible Dahua AI cameras, the system unlocks enterprise intelligence, including 6-channel perimeter protection, face detection and recognition, people counting, stereo analysis, and crowd heat mapping.

Dual SATA Storage, Smart Codec, and Peripheral Integration

  • High-Capacity 2-Bay Storage: 2 SATA interfaces support up to 20 TB per hard drive (40 TB total) for extended continuous recording.
  • Smart H.265+ Compression: Significantly reduces transmission bitrate and storage consumption while preserving 4K forensic details.
  • Flexible Multi-Screen Display: Supports simultaneous and heterogeneous display modes across HDMI (up to 4K) and VGA (up to 1080p).
  • Industrial I/O Connectivity: Equipped with 4 alarm inputs, 2 alarm outputs, RCA audio in/out, and RS-232 serial control.

Specification

System
Main Processor Industrial-grade processor
Operating System Embedded Linux
Operating Interface Web, Local GUI
AI
AI by Recorder SMD
AI by Camera Face detection; face recognition; perimeter protection; SMD; people counting; stereo analysis; heat map
Perimeter Protection
Perimeter Performance of AI by Camera (Number of Channels) 6 channels
Face Detection
Face Attributes Gender; age group; glasses; expressions; face mask; beard
Face Detection Performance of AI by Camera (Number of Channels) All channels (6 targets/s)
Face Recognition
Face Recognition Performance of AI by Camera (Number of Channels) All channels (6 targets/s)
SMD Plus
SMD Plus by Recorder 2 channels: Secondary filtering for human and motor vehicle, reducing false alarms caused by leaves, rain and lighting condition change
SMD by Camera All channels (12 targets/s)
Audio and Video
Access Channel 32 channels
Network Bandwidth AI disabled: 160 Mbps incoming, 128 Mbps recording and 60 Mbps outgoing
AI enabled: 80 Mbps incoming, 80 Mbps recording and 60 Mbps outgoing
Resolution 12 MP;8 MP;6 MP;5 MP;4 MP;3 MP;1080p;720p;960p;D1;CIF;QCIF
Decoding Capability AI disabled: 1-channel 12 MP@30 fps; 2-channel 8 MP@30 fps; 2-channel 6 MP@30 fps; 3-channel 5 MP@30 fps; 4-channel 4 MP@30 fps; 8-channel 1080p@30 fps
AI enabled: 1-channel 12 MP@30 fps; 1-channel 8 MP@30 fps; 2-channel 6 MP@30 fps; 2-channel 5 MP@30 fps; 3-channel 4 MP@30 fps; 7-channel 1080p@30 fps
Video Output 1 HDMI, 1 VGA
Simultaneous:
HDMI: 3840 × 2160, 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 1024, 1280 × 720
VGA: 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 1024, 1280 × 720
Heterogeneous:
HDMI: 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 1024, 1280 × 720
VGA: 1920 × 1080, 1280 × 1024, 1280 × 720
Multi-screen Display AI disabled:
Main Screen: 1/4/8/9/16/25/36, Sub Screen: 1/4/8/9/16
AI enabled:
Main Screen: 1/4/8/9/16, Sub Screen: 1/4/8/9/16
Third-party Camera Access ONVIF; Panasonic; Sony; Axis; Arecont; Pelco; Canon; Hanwha
Compression Standard
Video Compression Smart H.265+; H.265; Smart H.264+; H.264
Audio Compression G.711a; G.711u; PCM; G726
Network
Network Protocol HTTP; HTTPS; TCP/IP; IPv4; IPv6; RTSP; UDP; NTP; DHCP; DNS; SMTP; UPnP; IP Filter; FTP; DDNS; SNMP; Alarm Server; P2P; Auto Registration; IP Search (Supports IP camera, DVR, NVS, etc.)
Mobile Phone Access iOS; Android
Interoperability ONVIF 24.12 (Profile T; Profile S; Profile G); CGI; SDK
Browser Chrome; IE; Safari; Edge; Firefox
Recording Playback
Multi-channel Playback Up to 16 channels
Record Mode General, motion detection; intelligent; alarm
Backup Method USB device and network
Playback Mode Instant playback, general playback, event playback, tag playback, smart playback
Storage
Disk Group Yes
Alarm
General Alarm Motion detection; privacy masking; video loss; scene changing; PIR alarm; IPC external alarm
Anomaly Alarm Error (no disk; disk error; low space; low quota space; network disconnection; IP conflict; MAC conflict); video loss; video tampering; camera offline; audio detection
Intelligent Alarm Face detection; face recognition; perimeter protection; SMD Plus; people counting; stereo analysis; heat map
Alarm Linkage Record; snapshot; IPC external alarm output; audio; buzzer; log; preset; email
Port
Audio Input 1-channel RCA
Audio Output 1-channel RCA
Alarm Input 4 channels
Alarm Output 2 channels (1-channel 12 V 1 A output)
Disk Interface 2 SATA ports. Each disk can contain up to 20 TB. This limit varies depending on the environment temperature.
RS-232 1
USB 2 (1 front USB 2.0 port, 1 rear USB 2.0 port)
HDMI 1
VGA 1
Network Port 1 (10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port, RJ-45)
PoE Port 16 ports, 10/100 Mbps, IEEE 802.3 af/at
General
Power Supply 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption Total output of NVR is <10 W(without HDD)
Total output power of PoE is 130 W, the maximum output power of a single port is 25.5 W
Net Weight 2.60 kg (5.73 lb)
Gross Weight 3.80 kg (8.38 lb)
Product Dimensions 375.0 mm × 327.9 mm × 53.0 mm (14.76" × 12.91" × 2.09") (W × D × H)
Packaging Dimensions 451.0 mm × 147.0 mm × 425.0 mm (17.76" × 5.79" × 16.73") (W × D × H)
Operating Temperature –10 °C to +55 °C (+14 °F to +131 °F)
Storage Temperature –20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F)
Operating Humidity 10%–93% (RH), non-condensing
Certifications CE-EMC: EN 55032:2015+A1:2020; EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019+A1:2021; EN 61000-3-3:2013+A1:2019+A2:2021; EN 55035:2017+A11:2020; EN 50130-4:2011+A1:2014 CE-LVD: EN 62368-1:2014

FAQ

What is the difference between AI by Recorder and AI by Camera on this model?

AI by Recorder uses the NVR's internal processor to run 2-channel SMD Plus on standard video streams. AI by Camera processes advanced analytics—including 6-channel perimeter protection, face recognition, and people counting—directly on supported smart IP cameras.

How much storage capacity can be installed in this NVR?

The recorder features 2 internal SATA hard drive bays that each support up to a 20 TB drive, delivering a maximum raw storage capacity of 40 TB. Hard drives are sold separately.

Is this NVR compatible with third-party ONVIF cameras?

Yes. Conforming to ONVIF 24.12 (Profile T, Profile S, Profile G) and CGI standards, the NVR smoothly connects with mainstream third-party cameras