Hanwha PRN-1600B2-32TB 16CH 8K NVR 32TB Raw
The Hanwha PRN-1600B2-32TB is an Intel-based 16-channel NVR engineered for enterprise surveillance deployments demanding ultra-high resolution recording, advanced AI-driven analytics, and federal procurement compliance. This 8K-capable system records up to 32MP per channel with H.265 compression efficiency, delivering license-free operation across 16 networked cameras with 32TB raw storage capacity, RAID redundancy, and intelligent forensic search capabilities.
Key Features
- 16-channel simultaneous recording up to 250 Mbps (distributed/RAID mode) or 150 Mbps (normal mode)
- Up to 32MP resolution at 15 fps H.265; 12MP @ 30 fps; 8.3MP @ 120 fps
- 8 internal SATA HDDs with 32TB raw capacity; RAID 5 and RAID 6 support
- H.265, H.264, and MJPEG compression with WiseStream bandwidth optimization
- Built-in AI search: Best Shot, Attribute-based detection, object classification, license plate recognition
- Fisheye dewarping for panoramic camera support
- Dynamic Layout and Dynamic Event for intelligent display management
- Dual stream recording and Automatic Recovery Backup (ARB) for data protection
- 64-channel simultaneous playback at up to 64 Mbps in RAID mode
Technical Specifications
Recording Performance: The PRN-1600B2-32TB maintains simultaneous multi-channel recording across all 16 inputs with adaptive resolution scaling. H.265 compression delivers superior bitrate efficiency compared to H.264, enabling longer retention periods on the same storage footprint. Support for variable frame rates—from 15 fps at 32MP to 120 fps at 8.3MP—accommodates both forensic detail and high-motion scenarios.
Storage & Redundancy: The 32TB raw capacity (eight 10TB internal drives) supports RAID 5 and RAID 6 configurations, protecting against single or dual drive failures without service interruption. Automatic Recovery Backup ensures critical footage preservation during storage events.
AI Analytics & Search: Integrated Wisenet AI capabilities enable rapid forensic investigation through Best Shot selection, attribute-based filtering, object detection/classification, and license plate search across compatible Hanwha P, X, and Q series cameras. These features dramatically reduce investigation time in multi-camera deployments.
Applications
- Large-scale retail and commercial surveillance requiring high-resolution forensic detail
- Transportation hubs, parking facilities, and perimeter security
- Government and critical infrastructure with federal procurement requirements
- Enterprise campuses with 16+ camera deployments and extended retention mandates
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The PRN-1600B2-32TB targets organizations requiring maximum resolution density in a single appliance. The 32MP recording capability at 15 fps H.265 represents the upper tier of practical NVR deployment—ideal for identifying facial features or vehicle details at significant standoff distances. However, this resolution demands robust network infrastructure (Gigabit+ links) and should be paired with compatible 32MP cameras to maximize ROI.
The RAID 5/6 architecture and ARB feature ensure business continuity, critical for compliance-driven sectors. AI search functionality shifts investigation workflows from manual timeline review to intelligent filtering, substantially reducing MTTR (mean time to resolution). Consider this system for installations where forensic detail and intelligent analytics justify the storage and bandwidth investment over smaller-resolution alternatives.
