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Dahua XVR1B16 16-Channel XVR | Penta-brid HDCVI AHD TVI CVBS IP | 1080P Camera Input | 6MP IP Support | H.265+ Compression | 1 SATA up to 6TB
Sixteen-feed security recorder for shops, homes, and offices across Kenya with mobile phone monitoring and built-in person detection
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The Dahua XVR1B16 is a 16-channel Penta-brid digital video recorder now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 10,000. This recorder accepts HDCVI, AHD, TVI, CVBS, and IP cameras on the same unit, supports 1080P analog camera input and 6MP IP cameras, and uses H.265+ compression to cut storage demand by up to 90 percent. It records to one SATA hard drive of up to 6TB. You can buy the Dahua XVR1B16 at our store in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
The Dahua XVR1B16 suits shop owners, landlords, school administrators, petrol station managers, and small business operators who need a recorder that works with cameras they already own. Many Kenyan premises run a mix of older analog cameras and newer IP cameras. Replacing all of them at once costs money most businesses would rather spend elsewhere. This recorder solves that problem by reading five camera types at once, so you keep your current cameras and add new ones over time without buying a second recorder.
At Mascom International, we stock the Dahua XVR1B16 because it answers the most common request we hear from Nairobi retailers and homeowners: one box that handles every camera. Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya, we let you test the recorder in person before you pay. Buyers across Kenya rely on our pay-on-arrival delivery, so you inspect the Dahua XVR1B16 at your door and pay only when it reaches you, anywhere in the country.
Common Questions About the Dahua XVR1B16 digital video recorder
What cameras work with the Dahua XVR1B16?
The Dahua XVR1B16 reads five camera signal types: HDCVI, AHD, TVI, CVBS analog, and IP cameras over your network. It auto-detects the analog signal type, so you plug in the camera and the recorder identifies it without manual setup. The unit takes 16 BNC analog inputs at up to 1080P resolution. It also accepts up to 18 IP camera channels, each at up to 6MP, using the spare network capacity. This camera flexibility means a Westlands shop with old analog cameras and new IP cameras runs both on one recorder.
How much footage can the Dahua XVR1B16 store?
The Dahua XVR1B16 holds one SATA hard drive of up to 6TB, which the buyer fits separately. With H.265+ compression cutting file sizes by up to 90 percent against older H.264, a 4TB drive can hold roughly three to four weeks of continuous 16-camera footage at standard settings. Recording only on motion, common for a closed shop overnight, stretches this much further. For a Nairobi retail unit recording during the 9-to-7 trading day, a 2TB drive often covers two months or more of reviewable history.
Can I view my cameras on my phone from anywhere in Kenya?
Yes. The Dahua XVR1B16 connects to the free Dahua DMSS app on iPhone, iPad, and Android through P2P, so no fixed IP address or technical network setup is needed. Scan the QR code on the recorder, and you watch live feeds and play back recordings over Safaricom, Airtel, or Wi-Fi. A shop owner in Nakuru can check a Mombasa branch from a matatu. The app sends a phone alert when SMD Plus detects a person or vehicle, letting you react before a problem grows.
What does SMD Plus motion detection do on the Dahua XVR1B16?
SMD Plus, the Dahua motion-detection feature, uses a deep-learning chip to tell people and vehicles apart from other movement. Ordinary motion alerts fire at every passing dog, swaying tree, or shifting shadow, burying real events in false alarms. SMD Plus filters those out and notifies you only when a person or vehicle enters the frame. The recorder runs this on up to 8 channels. You also get AI Search, which lets you find footage by target type, so reviewing a week of clips takes minutes instead of hours.
Is the Dahua XVR1B16 worth KSh 10,000 for a shop or home in Kenya?
For a 16-camera setup at KSh 10,000, the Dahua XVR1B16 costs about KSh 625 per channel before cameras and a drive. A comparable 16-channel recorder accepting only IP cameras often costs more and forces a full camera replacement. This unit reuses your analog cameras, which keeps your upfront spend down. For landlords covering a plot in Kahawa, shopkeepers in the CBD, or a salon in Kisumu, that mix-and-match support is the practical reason buyers across Kenya pick this recorder over IP-only rivals.
Does the Dahua XVR1B16 come with a hard drive?
No. The Dahua XVR1B16 ships without a hard drive so you choose the storage size that fits your camera count and how long you want to keep footage. The recorder takes one SATA drive of up to 6TB. We recommend a surveillance-rated drive such as the Western Digital Purple or Seagate SkyHawk, built to write video around the clock unlike standard desktop drives. Mascom International stocks matching surveillance drives, and our team fits and tests the drive for you before delivery on request.
How far can cameras be placed from the Dahua XVR1B16?
The Dahua XVR1B16 supports long cable runs over standard coaxial cable, reaching up to 800 metres for 1080P cameras and up to 1200 metres for 720P cameras. This range covers most Kenyan premises without extra signal boosters, from a petrol station forecourt to a fenced residential compound in Karen. For IP cameras over network cable, the standard 100-metre limit applies before a switch is needed. This long analog reach is one reason Kenyan installers favour the recorder for large plots and warehouses.
Who should buy the Dahua XVR1B16?
The Dahua XVR1B16 suits retail shop owners, apartment and plot landlords, school and church administrators, petrol station managers, and warehouse operators who want one recorder for up to 16 cameras. It fits anyone running a mix of analog and IP cameras, or anyone planning to start with affordable analog cameras and move to IP later. Buyers who need phone monitoring while away from the premises, plus person-and-vehicle alerts rather than constant false alarms, get clear day-to-day value from this recorder.
Technical Specifications
Channel Capacity and Camera Compatibility
- Sixteen BNC analog inputs accept HDCVI, AHD, TVI, and CVBS cameras on one recorder, so mixed camera fleets run together
- Auto-detection reads each connected analog camera type without manual menus, cutting installation time on multi-camera Kenyan sites
- Up to 18 IP camera channels connect over the network, each at up to 6MP, for sharp faces and number plates
- Incoming network bandwidth reaches 64 Mbps, enough headroom for several high-resolution IP feeds at once
- Penta-brid design future-proofs your spend by letting you swap analog cameras for IP cameras gradually
- ONVIF 16.12 support lets the recorder pair with many third-party IP camera brands beyond Dahua
Recording Resolution and Video Compression
- Analog cameras record at 1080N and 720P at 25 or 30 frames per second for clear, fluid playback
- H.265+ compression cuts storage use by up to 90 percent against H.264, stretching how many days a drive holds
- AI Coding lowers bit rate by up to 50 percent more while keeping people and vehicles clearly visible
- Per-channel bit rate spans 32 kbps to 4096 kbps, so you balance footage quality against drive space
- Four recording modes cover manual, scheduled, motion-triggered, and alarm recording for different premises and budgets
- Pre-record buffers 1 to 30 seconds before an event, capturing the moments just before motion begins
Display Output and Playback Control
- One HDMI and one VGA output drive a monitor or TV at up to 1920 by 1080 resolution for crisp on-site viewing
- Split-screen layouts show 1, 4, 8, 9, or 16 cameras at once, matching your camera count to one screen
- Playback search by time, date, alarm, or motion finds the clip you need down to the exact second
- AI Search filters recordings by human or vehicle, turning an hours-long review into a few minutes
- On-screen display shows camera name, time, recording status, and motion alerts for quick reading at a glance
- Digital zoom during playback lets you enlarge a face or number plate without exporting the clip first
Network Access and Remote Viewing
- One 100 Mbps RJ-45 port links the recorder to your router for phone and computer access
- P2P connection through the Dahua DMSS app needs no fixed IP address or port forwarding to set up
- Live view and playback work on iPhone, iPad, and Android over Safaricom, Airtel, Telkom, or Wi-Fi
- Email alerts and phone push notifications fire on motion events so you act without watching screens all day
- Up to 128 user accounts let owners, managers, and guards hold separate logins with set permissions
- Network functions cover HTTPS, DDNS, FTP, NTP, and DHCP for flexible setup across different Kenyan connections
Storage Capacity and Drive Support
- One SATA port accepts a single hard drive of up to 6TB for weeks of continuous footage
- Surveillance-rated drives such as WD Purple or Seagate SkyHawk suit the round-the-clock writing this recorder demands
- Footage backs up to a USB device or over the network, so you save clips for police or insurance use
- Recording overwrites the oldest footage automatically when the drive fills, keeping the camera system running unattended
- The drive is bought separately, letting you size storage to your camera count and retention needs
- Two USB 2.0 ports handle the mouse, footage backup, and firmware updates without swapping cables constantly
Power, Build, and Operating Range
- Compact 1U metal chassis measures 260 by 236 by 48 mm, fitting a shelf, counter, or small cabinet
- Light 0.89 kg body without a drive mounts easily out of reach in a shop ceiling void or store room
- Low power draw under 10 watts keeps running costs minimal and eases backup on a small inverter or UPS
- DC 12V 2A external adapter powers the unit, simple to replace and pair with a battery backup
- Operating range of -10°C to +45°C covers Kenyan conditions from cool highlands to hot coastal towns
- Embedded Linux system runs without a fan in many installs, lowering dust intake and noise on shop counters
Package Contents
The Dahua XVR1B16 retail box includes the 16-channel recorder, a DC 12V 2A power adapter, a USB mouse for on-screen control, a SATA data and power cable for fitting a drive, mounting screws, and the quick start guide. A hard drive is not included and is bought separately to match your storage needs. Surveillance-rated drives and compatible cameras are available at Mascom International.
Warranty
The Dahua XVR1B16 carries a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles any warranty claims directly, and our team can advise on drive selection and camera pairing for your specific site.
Where to Buy the Dahua XVR1B16 in Kenya
The Dahua XVR1B16 is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to test the Dahua XVR1B16 in person before purchase. Our team can demonstrate phone viewing and motion alerts on a live setup.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the Dahua XVR1B16 across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery you only pay when the recorder reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, while major cities and towns including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret receive next-day delivery. A small number of far counties including Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2 to 3 business days.
Our Nairobi CBD service desk handles after-sales support directly, including help with drive fitting, camera setup, and phone app configuration. Buyers across Kenya count on Mascom International for honest specifications, current market pricing, and reliable warranty backing on every security recorder we stock.
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