Hanwha PRN-3200B4-12TB 32MP 8K Network Video Recorder
The Hanwha PRN-3200B4-12TB is a 32-channel Intel-based network video recorder engineered for large-scale surveillance deployments demanding high-resolution 8K recording, advanced video analytics, and enterprise-grade reliability. With native support for 32 MP resolution and multiple codec options including H.265, H.264, and MJPEG, this NVR delivers license-free operation across distributed recording architectures at up to 400 Mbps bandwidth—ideal for mission-critical security infrastructure requiring uncompromised performance and storage efficiency.
Key Features
- 32-channel 8K NVR with Intel-based architecture for superior processing power
- Up to 32 MP resolution recording and playback with CIF support
- H.265, H.264, MJPEG, and WiseStream codec flexibility—license-free operation
- 12 TB raw storage across 16 fixed internal SATA HDDs (up to 10 TB per drive)
- Enterprise RAID 5 and 6 data protection with Automatic Recovery Backup (ARB)
- 400 Mbps distributed recording bandwidth; 150 Mbps normal mode; 320 Mbps RAID degrade/rebuild
- Dual-stream recording with schedule, continuous, event pre/post, and bookmark modes
- Up to 32 Mbps playback bandwidth supporting 80 simultaneous channels (32 local, 16 per remote user)
- Fisheye dewarping for localized single-channel playback
- Dual HDMI outputs: HDMI 1 at 3840×2160 (30 Hz), HDMI 2 at 1920×1080 (60 Hz)
- Dynamic multi-screen layouts up to 36 divisions on HDMI 1, 16 divisions on HDMI 2
- Web UI 2.0 with zero plugin requirements for seamless remote access
- P2P and QR Code connectivity with Wisenet Viewer and Wisenet Mobile
- AI search capability for integration with Wisenet AI-enabled P, X, and Q series cameras
Technical Specifications
Recording Performance: The PRN-3200B4-12TB delivers exceptional throughput across multiple recording modes. Distributed recording bandwidth reaches 400 Mbps, with normal mode at 150 Mbps and enhanced RAID degrade/rebuild performance at 320 Mbps. Dual-stream capability allows simultaneous recording at different resolutions and bitrates, accommodating both high-quality archival and bandwidth-efficient live monitoring.
Storage & Reliability: The 12 TB raw capacity is distributed across 16 internal SATA drives, providing flexible redundancy through RAID 5 and 6 configurations. Automatic Recovery Backup ensures data integrity during unexpected events, while the fixed internal architecture minimizes maintenance requirements in production environments.
Display & User Interface: Dual HDMI outputs enable independent control of local monitoring and analytics display simultaneously. The Web UI 2.0 eliminates plugin dependencies, improving security posture and cross-platform compatibility. P2P connectivity and QR Code provisioning streamline deployment and remote troubleshooting without complex network configuration.
Applications
- Large-scale corporate campus surveillance and enterprise security
- Government and critical infrastructure monitoring
- Transportation and logistics facilities requiring high-resolution event capture
- Healthcare facilities with extended retention and HIPAA compliance requirements
- Retail and banking environments leveraging AI analytics for forensics and threat detection
- Industrial and warehouse deployments with distributed camera networks
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The PRN-3200B4-12TB represents Hanwha's commitment to scalable, future-proof surveillance infrastructure. The Intel-based processor enables computationally intensive tasks—AI search, dewarping, and simultaneous multi-stream playback—without performance degradation. H.265 codec support is critical for deployments with bandwidth constraints, offering 50% better compression than H.264 while maintaining forensic quality.
The 400 Mbps distributed recording ceiling accommodates up to 32 simultaneous high-resolution streams, making this unit suitable for sprawling multi-building installations. Enterprise customers should prioritize the RAID 5/6 configurations and ARB feature; these protect against the cascading failures common in 24/7 recording environments. The dual-display architecture and zero-plugin web interface reflect modern security operations center (SOC) design principles, reducing operational friction and improving incident response times.
