Hanwha HRX-835A 8MP Pentabrid DVR 16TB
The Hanwha HRX-835A is an 8-channel pentabrid DVR engineered for hybrid surveillance environments where analog and IP camera infrastructure operate side-by-side. This versatile recorder simultaneously accepts AHD, TVI, CVI, CVBS analog signals and IP camera feeds—supporting up to 8 analog channels plus 10 network channels—delivering maximum resolution of 8MP across all input types. The 16TB pre-configured storage provides extended archive capacity for continuous and event-driven recording, making it ideal for medium to large deployments requiring mixed-technology flexibility without infrastructure replacement.
Key Features
- Pentabrid Signal Support: AHD, HDTVI, HDCVI, CVBS, and IP camera compatibility with resolutions from CIF to 8MP
- Hybrid Channel Architecture: 8 analog channels + up to 10 network channels for seamless camera mixing
- Advanced Compression: H.265, H.264, and MJPEG codecs for optimized storage efficiency
- Dual Display Outputs: 1x HDMI (4K), 1x VGA, plus 1x spot monitor output with dynamic/sequential layout options
- Audio Integration: 8CH audio input and 1CH audio output for comprehensive audio surveillance
- Alarm & Control: 8 alarm inputs and 4 relay outputs with coaxial control support
- User Management: QR code quick access and support for up to 4 users (1 local, 3 remote)
- Expandable Storage: Supports up to 4 SATA HDDs (6TB each, max 24TB total)
Technical Specifications
- Recording Bandwidth: Max 80 Mbps
- Playback Bandwidth: Max 32 Mbps
- Frame Rates: 8fps at 8MP analog; 12fps at 5MP analog; 2MP network up to 30fps per channel
- Simultaneous Analog Playback: 10 channels
- Video Compression: H.265 primary codec with H.264 and MJPEG alternatives
- Pre-Configured Storage: 16TB
Applications
The HRX-835A is well-suited for retail facilities, enterprise campuses, industrial sites, and government installations transitioning from analog to IP surveillance. Its pentabrid architecture eliminates the need for separate DVR and NVR systems, reducing capital expenditure and operational complexity. The combination of high resolution support, flexible recording bandwidth, and expandable storage accommodates growth without equipment replacement.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The HRX-835A addresses a critical market need: organizations with legacy analog camera investments and modern IP deployments. Rather than forcing a complete infrastructure overhaul, this pentabrid approach preserves existing AHD/TVI/CVI/CVBS investments while enabling incremental IP camera adoption. The H.265 codec—combined with dual recording/playback bandwidth management—delivers storage efficiency without sacrificing frame rate performance at resolutions up to 8MP.
The 16TB base configuration with expansion to 24TB positions this recorder for 24/7 operations in medium-scale deployments, though organizations requiring extended retention or higher frame rates at maximum resolution should model their specific workload before purchase. The dual display outputs and 4-user remote access framework support distributed monitoring across departments, critical for larger facilities. This is a pragmatic choice for integrators managing mixed-technology environments and cost-conscious organizations seeking to modernize gradually.
