DS-7604NI-Q1/4P 4-Channel PoE NVR with 8MP Recording & 4K Output
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For commercial sites that only need a focused four-camera layout, the DS-7604NI-Q1/4P keeps recording, camera power, and network connections together in one compact system.
Four built-in PoE ports allow compatible cameras to connect directly, while 8MP recording support and 4K local display provide practical image detail for everyday business monitoring.
Installation and Recording Benefits
- Simple Camera Wiring – Four built-in PoE ports provide power and network connectivity for compatible cameras.
- High-Resolution Recording – Supports camera recording resolutions up to 8MP.
- Compact Local Storage – A single SATA bay supports straightforward recording for smaller deployments.
- Centralized Monitoring – Keeps live viewing, recording, and playback in one recorder.
Recommended Applications
- Retail Stores
- Restaurants
- Small Offices
- Medical Offices
- Convenience Stores
- Reception Areas
- Small Commercial Properties
| Video Input | |
|---|---|
| IP Camera Inputs | Up to 4 channels |
| Maximum Camera Resolution | Up to 8 MP |
| Incoming Bandwidth | Up to 40 Mbps |
| Outgoing Bandwidth | Up to 80 Mbps |
| Video & Recording | |
|---|---|
| Recording Resolution | 8 MP / 6 MP / 5 MP / 4 MP / 3 MP / 1080p / UXGA / 720p / VGA / 4CIF / DCIF / 2CIF / CIF / QCIF |
| Video Compression | H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 |
| Smart Camera Integration | |
|---|---|
| VCA Events | Supports multiple VCA events from compatible cameras |
| Smart Camera Functions | Supports compatible motion, line crossing, intrusion, and other camera-side functions |
| Smart Search & Playback | Supported |
| Decoding & Playback | |
|---|---|
| Decoding Capacity | 1 × 8 MP or 5 × 1080p at 30 fps |
| Synchronized Playback | Up to 4 channels |
| Video Output | |
|---|---|
| HDMI Output | 1 × HDMI |
| Maximum HDMI Resolution | Up to 4K, 4096 × 2160 at 30 Hz |
| VGA Output | 1 × VGA, up to 1920 × 1080 at 60 Hz |
| Video Output Mode | Simultaneous HDMI and VGA output |
| Storage | |
|---|---|
| Internal Storage | 1 × SATA interface |
| Maximum HDD Capacity | Up to 8 TB |
| PoE | |
|---|---|
| PoE Ports | 4 × RJ45 10/100 Mbps PoE ports |
| PoE Standards | IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at |
| Total PoE Power Budget | Up to 50 W |
| Network | |
|---|---|
| Network Interface | 1 × RJ45 10/100 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet interface |
| Remote Connections | Up to 16 |
| Audio | |
|---|---|
| Audio Output | 1 × RCA |
| Two-Way Audio | 1 × RCA input |
| USB | |
|---|---|
| USB Interface | Front: 1 × USB 2.0; Rear: 1 × USB 2.0 |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 48 VDC, 1.35 A |
| Power Consumption | ≤ 10 W without HDD and with PoE off |
| Physical & Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Chassis | Compact 1U |
| Dimensions | 320 × 240 × 48 mm (12.4 × 9.4 × 1.9 in) |
| Weight | ≤ 1 kg (2.2 lb) without HDD |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to 55°C (14°F to 131°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% |
Find answers to common questions about camera compatibility, channel capacity, PoE connectivity, recording, storage, remote viewing, and system installation.
What commercial projects is the DS-7604NI-Q1/4P suitable for?
The DS-7604NI-Q1/4P is intended for smaller surveillance layouts requiring up to four IP cameras. It is a practical option for retail stores, restaurants, offices, clinics, convenience stores, and other small business locations where a focused camera layout is sufficient.
Is the DS-7604NI-Q1/4P suitable for a small retail store?
A four-camera configuration can cover selected locations such as an entrance, checkout area, stockroom, and exterior access point. The built-in PoE ports also allow compatible cameras to connect directly to the recorder.
Can this NVR be used in restaurants or small offices?
Yes. It can be used for compact surveillance layouts covering entrances, reception or customer areas, offices, storage rooms, and other priority locations. The four-channel limit makes it best suited to sites that do not require extensive camera coverage.
Is the DS-7604NI-Q1/4P suitable for replacing an older 4-channel recorder?
It can be considered for compatible replacement projects that need direct PoE camera connections, recording up to 8MP, or 4K local display. Camera compatibility, network settings, storage requirements, and PoE power should be checked before replacement.
Can the DS-7604NI-Q1/4P record 8MP cameras?
The recorder supports recording resolutions up to 8MP under supported configurations. Installers should also consider the 40 Mbps incoming bandwidth when selecting camera resolution, frame rate, and bitrate.
Does the DS-7604NI-Q1/4P support 4K monitor output?
Yes. The HDMI output supports resolutions up to 4096 × 2160 at 30 Hz. This is the local display output capability and is separate from the recorder's camera recording resolution.
Does this recorder support smart camera events?
The recorder can receive supported VCA events from compatible cameras, including functions such as motion, line crossing, and intrusion detection. Available functions depend on the connected camera model and system configuration.
How much storage can be installed in the DS-7604NI-Q1/4P?
The base model provides one internal SATA interface and supports a hard drive up to 8TB. Actual recording retention depends on camera count, resolution, bitrate, frame rate, compression settings, scene activity, and recording schedule.
What should installers consider when using all four PoE ports?
The four built-in PoE interfaces share a total power budget of up to 50W. The combined power requirement of all connected cameras should remain within that supported budget.
What are the core specifications of the DS-7604NI-Q1/4P?
The recorder supports up to four IP cameras, includes four built-in PoE ports, provides up to 40 Mbps incoming bandwidth, records resolutions up to 8MP, provides one SATA bay, and supports four-channel synchronized playback.