Serage SR5016D 16-Channel 4K Hybrid DVR | AI Video Analytics, NDAA Compliant
Key features
- Dual SATA bays support up to 10TB per disk
- 16 audio inputs plus a dedicated output
- HDMI, VGA and BNC outputs for flexible monitoring
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Summary
The Serage SR5016D lets you consolidate a mixed analogue and IP camera estate onto a single recorder, making it the practical choice for retrofit jobs where you’re upgrading an existing analogue install without ripping out every camera. With support for TVI, AHD, CVI and standard analogue inputs alongside up to 8 IP channels, you can bring a total of 24 cameras onto one unit.
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That flexibility saves you time on site and widens the scope of jobs you can quote for, since you’re not locked into a single camera technology or forced to run two separate recording systems. Analogue channels can be converted to increase IP bandwidth up to 192Mbps, giving you room to add higher-resolution IP cameras as a site’s needs grow.
The DVR delivers this through H.264/H.265 compression, resolutions up to 8MP on analogue and 4MP on IP, and 16-channel synchronous playback so footage review stays straightforward for the end user. NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act) compliance also means the SR5016D is safe to specify on installs where government or enterprise procurement rules apply.
Features
- Hybrid 24-camera support – mix analogue (TVI/AHD/CVI) and IP inputs on one recorder for flexible retrofit and new-build jobs
- H.264/H.265 compression – keeps storage requirements manageable even with higher-resolution channels in the mix
- AI detection functions – perimeter intrusion detection (PID), line crossing detection (LCD), human and vehicle detection, face detection and recognition reduce false alarms on site
- Dual HDD bays – supports up to 10TB per disk for longer retention without needing an external NVR
- 16 audio inputs – covers sites needing audio evidence across multiple channels, not just a single mic feed
- Mobile app and push notifications – the SERAGE app lets end users check footage and receive alerts remotely, useful for site handover
- NDAA compliant – suitable for installs where government or enterprise procurement rules restrict certain manufacturers
- Multiple video outputs – HDMI, VGA and BNC CVBS give you options for control room monitors or local site displays
FAQ
Can I mix analogue HD cameras with older standard-definition CVBS cameras on the same recorder?
Yes, TVI, AHD, CVI and standard analogue (CVBS) cameras can all be combined across the 16 analogue channels, with each channel handling its own camera’s native format, so image quality will vary channel-to-channel according to what each camera actually outputs rather than being forced to a single standard. Up to 8 IP channels can be added on top for a maximum of 24 cameras, though each IP channel beyond 8 requires freeing bandwidth by reducing the analogue channel count.
What happens if I want more IP bandwidth than the standard allows?
You can free up bandwidth by decreasing the number of active analogue channels, as each one you remove increases available IP capacity by around 8Mbps, up to a total shared bandwidth of 192Mbps. Plan the channel mix at the quoting stage if the site is likely to need higher-resolution IP cameras later.
One channel is showing a black-and-white picture while others are in colour - is that a format mismatch or a power fault?
A monochrome image on individual channels is normally a video format mismatch between AHD, TVI, CVI and CVBS rather than a power issue, since the recorder auto-detects the incoming signal type per channel. Check the camera’s actual output standard against the channel configuration in the menu first; if the fault persists once formats are aligned, then investigate power and cable continuity separately.
Is this recorder suitable for jobs requiring NDAA compliance?
Yes, the SR5016D is NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act) compliant, meaning it can be specified on installs where government or enterprise procurement rules restrict certain camera and recorder manufacturers.
How do I reset the unit if the password is lost on site?
A factory reset is performed by pressing the reset button for 10 seconds. Confirm with the end user before doing this, as it will clear existing configuration and recording settings.
How much storage will I need, and does the recorder help meet UK GDPR retention requirements?
The unit takes two SATA hard drives supporting up to 10TB per disk, but actual retention time depends on resolution, frame rate and how many channels are recording continuously, so drives should be sized to the retention period the site actually needs. The datasheet doesn’t specify a GDPR-compliant retention preset, so confirm the required retention period with the end user and set the recording schedule and overwrite behaviour accordingly, checking the user manual for the exact menu options.
Specifications
| IP Cam Inputs | 64-192Mbps; decrease one analogue channel can increase 8Mbps; analogue and digital channels can be converted, total 192Mbps |
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| Analogue Video Input | 16CH inputs |
| IP Video Input | 8ch (only IP up to 24ch) |
| Composite Video Input | Up to 24ch (analogue video + IP video) |
| Audio Compression | G.711a |
| Video Compression | H.264/H.265 |
| Analogue Display Resolution | 8MP (15fps), 5MP (20fps), 4MP/1080P/720P/960H (30fps) |
| IP Display Resolution | 4K/4MP/1080P/720P; single IP channel preview up to 4K 30fps |
| Main Stream Speed Analogue | 8MP: 10fps (each ch); 5MP: 15fps (each ch); 4MP: 20fps (each ch); 1080P: PAL 25fps (each ch)/NTSC 30fps (each ch) |
| Main Stream Speed IP | PAL 25fps (each ch)/NTSC 30fps (each ch) |
| Sub Stream Max Speed | PAL 704×576: 10fps (each ch); NTSC 704×480: 10fps (each ch) |
| AI Functions | PID (perimeter intrusion detection), LCD (line crossing detection), PD&VD (human and vehicle detection), FD (face detection), FR (face recognition) |
| Event Functions | MD (motion detection, sensitivity level 1-8), video loss, beep/email/push notification to mobile app |
| Playback Function | Fast forward/backward (2x, 4x, 8x, 16x); slow forward (1/2x, 1/4x, 1/8x, 1/16x) |
| Playback 8MP | 160fps (max 16CH playback) |
| Playback 5MP | 240fps (max 16CH playback) |
| Playback 4MP | 320fps (max 16CH playback) |
| Playback 1080P | 480fps (max 16CH playback) |
| Local Interface | UI5.0 |
| Web Browser Support | Internet Explorer 10/11; Safari 12.1 and above; Firefox 52 and above; Google Chrome 57 and above; Edge 79 and above |
| Mobile Viewer | SERAGE app |
| Push Notification | Yes |
| Password Reset | Factory reset, press 10 seconds |
| BNC Output | 1 (704×576) |
| VGA Output | 1 (1024×768, 1280×720, 1280×1024, 1440×900, 1920×1080) |
| HDMI Output | 1 (1024×768, 1280×720, 1280×1024, 1440×900, 1920×1080, 2560×1440, 3840×2160/EDID) |
| Ethernet | 1 RJ45 100/1000 Base-T |
| USB Ports | USB 2.0 x1 (front); USB 3.0 x1 (rear) |
| Audio | 16 in / 1 out |
| HDD | 2 SATA HDD, up to 10TB per disk |
| RS485 | 1 |
| Alarm Input/Output | 16 in / 1 out |
| OSD Language | English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Italian, Greek, Danish, Finnish, Russian, Hebrew, Turkish, Bulgarian, Arabic, Korean, Japanese, Thai, Hindi, Romanian, Dutch, Polish |
| Dimension (WxDxH) | 380 x 340 x 50mm |
| Input Voltage/Current | 12V/5A |
| Power Consumption | ≤20W (excluding hard disk) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +50°C (14°F to 122°F) |
| Humidity | Less than 90%RH |
Downloads
- Datasheet (Adobe PDF)
