Hanwha XRN-1620B2 16-Channel 8K NVR 36TB
The Hanwha XRN-1620B2 is an Intel-based network video recorder designed for mid-to-large security deployments requiring high-resolution 4K and 8K recording capability. With 16 network camera inputs and support for up to 32MP resolution, this NVR delivers enterprise-grade performance and flexibility for control rooms, security operations centers, and distributed surveillance networks.
Key Features
- 16-channel network video recorder with 32MP camera support
- 140Mbps maximum recording bandwidth for high-bandwidth deployments
- H.265, H.264, and MJPEG compression for codec flexibility
- Dual-stream recording for simultaneous high and low-bandwidth capture
- WiseStream adaptive bitrate optimization technology
- 36TB built-in storage capacity
- Dual HDMI/VGA monitor output for mixed FHD and UHD displays
- ARB (Automatic Recovery Backup) with N+1 failover support
Recording and Playback
The XRN-1620B2 accommodates up to 32MP camera resolution with 140Mbps maximum recording bandwidth and 32Mbps playback bandwidth. Multiple compression options—H.265, H.264, and MJPEG—enable flexible codec deployment across mixed camera environments, reducing storage costs without sacrificing image quality. Dual-stream recording allows simultaneous capture of high-resolution primary streams and lower-bandwidth secondary streams for efficient network utilization.
Recording modes include normal, schedule, event with pre/post recording, and bookmark options. Comprehensive event triggers cover alarm inputs, video loss, camera events (motion detection, video analytics, defocus detection, and audio events), dynamic events, and user-defined triggers. WiseStream technology dynamically optimizes bitrate based on scene complexity, while ARB provides automatic failover protection with N+1 redundancy.
Display and Monitoring
Dual monitor support accommodates simultaneous FHD output via HDMI and VGA, alongside UHD via HDMI for modern control room environments. Local display layouts support up to 16 divisions in clone mode or 9 divisions in expand mode for flexible camera wall configurations. The web-based UI 2.0 requires no browser plugins and supports multiple multi-screen display arrangements (1/2H/2V/3V/4/6/8/9 divisions) with concurrent access for up to 4 simultaneous users.
Technical Specifications
- Intel-based processor architecture for reliable performance
- Storage Capacity: 36TB
- Video Compression: H.265, H.264, MJPEG
- Maximum Resolution: 32MP
- Recording Bandwidth: 140Mbps (maximum)
- Playback Bandwidth: 32Mbps (maximum)
Ideal Applications
This NVR suits security operations centers, government facilities, large retail environments, transportation hubs, and enterprise campuses requiring high-resolution multi-camera surveillance with redundancy. The combination of 32MP support, H.265 compression, and WiseStream optimization makes it cost-effective for long-term retention of high-bandwidth video streams.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The XRN-1620B2 balances enterprise features with practical deployment flexibility. H.265 compression significantly reduces storage overhead compared to H.264, making the 36TB capacity more effective for 32MP sources. The dual-stream architecture and WiseStream technology allow operators to archive high-quality primary streams while maintaining network efficiency through adaptive secondary streams.
ARB with N+1 failover ensures business continuity in mission-critical installations. For organizations transitioning to 8K or running mixed-resolution camera fleets, the multi-codec support and intelligent bitrate management provide a future-ready investment.
