📹 Key Features
📺 Video Inputs & Compatibility
4 analog video inputs (BNC) — connects standard CCTV and HD-TVI cameras.
Adaptive signal support: TVI, AHD, CVI, CVBS (legacy analog formats).
IP camera support: Up to 2–6 IP channels (depending on mode/settings), each up to 4 Mbps, with support for up to 6 MP resolution IP cameras — flexible for hybrid setups.
🧠 Recording & Compression
Efficient video compression: Supports H.265 Pro+, H.265, H.264+, and H.264 codecs — reduces storage and bandwidth needs while maintaining quality.
Multiple resolutions and formats: Records video in various resolutions including 4 MP lite, 3 MP, 1080p, 720p and more; offers flexible frame rates optimized for storage vs. quality.
Synchronous playback: Play back up to 4 channels at once for efficient review of footage.
🖥️ Display Outputs
📡 Network & Remote Access
RJ45 Ethernet port (10/100 Mbps): Connects to a network for remote viewing and management via mobile app (e.g., Hik-Connect) or PC software.
Network protocols supported: TCP/IP, PPPoE, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, UPnP, HTTPS, ONVIF, and more, enabling flexible integration with other systems and remote monitoring.
Remote connections: Supports multiple remote users (e.g., up to 32 simultaneous connections).
💾 Storage
🔊 Audio
1 audio input (RCA): Accepts mic or line-level audio from cameras or external mics.
1 audio output (RCA): Sends audio to speakers if required.
Two-way audio: Supported via the first audio input channel.
⚙️ General & Power
Power: 12 V DC, 1.5 A power adapter included.
Low power consumption: ≤ 8 W.
Operating range: −10 °C to +55 °C; 10 %–90 % humidity.
Compact design: Approx. 200 × 200 × 45 mm, ≤ 1 kg.
📍 Who It’s For
✔ Small to medium CCTV systems with up to 4 analog cameras.
✔ Hybrid setups mixing analog and a small number of IP cameras.
✔ Budget-friendly yet capable video recording (e.g., homes, offices, shops, warehouses).
🧠 Quick Summary
The Hikvision DS-7104HQHI-K1 DVR is a 4-channel hybrid Turbo HD recorder supporting analog and a limited number of IP cameras, efficient H.265 video compression, HDMI/VGA outputs, network remote access, and up to 6 TB of HDD storage — a reliable, flexible choice for basic CCTV surveillance systems.
