Experience Our High End Products Firsthand During Hikvision’s 50% Off Promotion

June 23, 2022

Hikvision HikWire blog article Experience Our High End Products Firsthand During Hikvision’s 50% Off Promotion

If you’ve been considering upgrading your security system, now is a great time. As part of Hikvision’s Project Assurance campaign, we are offering qualified dealers the opportunity to test specific Hikvision cameras at a reduced priced point of 50% off! It’s perfect for those who wish to experience our innovative solutions and technology firsthand in exchange for their honest feedback.

This special promotion only lasts until August 31 and includes high end, participating models of the following camera series:

  • DeepinView
  • Radar PTZ
  • PanoVu
  • TandemVu PTZs
  • DF8 PTZ
  • Solar-Powered Kits
  • Explosion-Proof

Continue reading to discover which camera is best for you.

2nd Gen DeepinView Camera

Hikvision’s second generation DeepinView camera line comes equipped with the latest AI video analytics and Deep Learning technology, accurately detecting attributes such as clothing color and accessories while providing automatic alerts for unusual activities in a crowded scene. With a powerful 6-in-1 switchable Deep Learning algorithm providing detailed and valuable business/operational insights, you can quickly locate critical information and video evidence.

Other features include:

  • LightFigher Technology
  • Auto Iris & P Iris, EXIR 2.0
  • Hikvision DarkFighter Technology
  • ePTZ Auto Tracking
  • Simple Third-Party Integrations

Radar PTZ Dome Camera

The Radar PTZ Camera features high performance perimeter protection at a great value. It is designed to operate effectively 24/7 in the most challenging locations with the ability to detect intrusion and line-crossing events. Combining security radar with a network speed dome, the radar adopts phased array technology for intrusion detection, able to detect the distance, speed, and location of targets.

More features include:

  • Supports People Density Detection
  • 40x Optical and 16x Digital Zoom
  • Smart IR Technology with a Detection Range of up to 660 Feet

PanoVu Panoramic Network Cameras

Hikvision designed the PanoVu all-in-one cameras to capture excellent panorama views for large areas. With ease of installation, Hikvision’s front-end image stitching technology delivers 180- and 360-degree panoramas without additional servers. Maintaining brightness and white balance, the rendered panorama has no visible edges between the stitched images.

Other features include:

  • Up to 32 MP Resolution
  • 40x Optical Zoom PTZ for Large PanoVu

TandemVu PTZ Cameras with ColorVu

Giving you unparalleled situational awareness, the TandemVu PTZ cameras combine a bullet camera and a PTZ camera in one unit. See everything and miss nothing with a view that remains even during the pan, tilt, and zoom maneuvers. This easy to install camera is equipped with AcuSense technology and perfect for applications such as industrial parks, schools, and crosswalks.

More features include:

  • 98 feet white light
  • 656 feet IR distance for PTZ
  • Strobe lights and built-in speakers for added deterrence

DF8 Series 42x DarkFighter PTZ Camera

Hikvision’s DF8 series PTZ camera is a first in the industry with a 1/1.2-inch sensor that provides precise, broad area video security in demanding environments. Robust stability and image clarity to help you see clearly in harsh environments provided by Gyroscope Image Stabilization (GIS). Deep learning algorithms help to capture critical forensic information with false alarms reduction. Intelligent rapid focus helps the camera identify humans, vehicles, and other objects by rapidly and accurately zeroing in on a target.

Other key benefits include:

  • Higher WDR: 140 dB true WDR
  • Glass Heater: Prevent lens fogging, providing a consistently clear image
  • 4K DarkFighter: Outstanding clarity in darkness
  • Max 60W PoE Power Supply: 24 VAC and Hi-PoE

Solar-Powered Security System

For areas that are not suitable for laying wired network and electric supply lines, our Advanced Series 4K Ultra HD Solar-Powered Security System delivers a solution that is powerful, cost-effective, and fueled by 4G connectivity for greater flexibility. Using a replaceable battery pack that supports smart power management, this series can operate for up to 7 days in the absence of direct sunlight, even when electricity is unavailable. The battery also comes with a built-in heater, meaning it can continue functioning in temperatures as low as -20° Celsius (-4° F).

Key features include:

  • High Quality Imaging with 8 MP@ 15 fps Resolution
  • 24/7 Colorful Imaging with ColorVu
  • Support up to 256 GB Micro SD card

Explosion-Proof and Anti-Corrosion Cameras

Applications such as the oil industry, mine fields, chemical industry, grain processing industry, and more need security cameras that are extremely durable. Hikvision’s Explosion-Proof and Anti-Corrosion Cameras are capable of collecting video and audio, smart encoding, and network transmitting. Adopting an embedded system and a high-performing hardware process platform, this series achieves great stability and reliability with a stainless-steel enclosure, receiving an IP68 rating for ingress protection.

More features include:

  • 2 MP High Resolution Options
  • On-Board Storage up to 256 GB
  • 2.8 mm to 12 mm Lens Option

If you are ready to enhance your security and experience our products firsthand with this limited time offer, contact your local Hikvision sales representative for more details.

To learn more information about the campaign product series, view our Secure More with More Assurance page.

IMPORTANT! This model requires non-standard firmware. Do Not Install standard firmware (e.g. v.4.1.xx) on this model. Doing so will permanently damage your system. You must use custom firmware v.4.1.25 from the iDS-9632NXI-I8/16S product page.

View the most updated version of this document here:

https://techsupportca.freshdesk.com/en/support/solutions/articles/17000113531-i-series-nvr-firmware-upgrade-instructions

 

The I-series NVR (such as the DS-7716NI-I4) is one of Hikvision's most popular and feature-rich recorders. As such, many firmware revisions have been introduced over the years to continually ensure the product is compatible with the newest technology available. Due to the many revisions, we recommend that the user closely follows the instructions below in order to reduce the amount of time spent as well as the chance of failure.

 

Database Optimization and Repair

As more affordable IP cameras are introduced over time with greater video resolution and data sizes, more efficient database management also becomes necessary. The introduction of firmware v4.0 brought about a new database architecture in order to be futureproof.

 

After upgrading to v4.X, the recorder database will need to be converted and optimized. If you are experiencing issues where playback is expected but not found, make sure "Database Repair" is performed as indicated in the procedures and scenarios below.

 

Preparing the Upgrade

Before proceeding with upgrade, it is recommended that NVR configuration file is exported from the NVR over the network or on to a local USB drive.

 

Upgrading from v3.4.92 build 170518 or Older

  1. All recorders must reach v3.4.92 before proceeding further. Upgrading from versions before v3.4.92 directly to any version of v4.X will likely cause the recorder to fail.
  2. If the recorder is already at v3.4.92, a full factory default is highly recommended before upgrading to any version of v4.X. There is a high chance of unit failure (requiring RMA) if the unit is not defaulted before upgrade.
  3. After reaching v3.4.92 and performing a full factory default, an upgrade directly to v4.50.00 is acceptable.
  4. After the upgrade is completed and the recorder is reprogrammed, it may be beneficial to perform a Database Repair. For details, refer to the section "Database Optimization and Repair" above.
  5. To verify repair progress, you may refer to the HDD status, or search the recorder log for repair started and stopped entries. Note that while the HDD is repairing, new recordings are still being made, but some existing recordings may not be searchable until repair is complete.
  6. If you continue to observe playback issues after database repair, ensure there are no power, network, or motion detection issues. Should the problem persist, contact technical support.

 

Upgrading from Any v4.X Build to v4.50.00.

  1. Any v4.X build can be upgraded directly to v4.50.00.
  2. Export configuration is highly recommended before performing the upgrade.
  3. If upgrading from any v4.X version that was not v4.22.005, a Database Repair is recommended. Refer to Step 4 and onwards in the previous section.

 

Downgrading

Downgrading is not recommended. Due to new features and parameters constantly being added, downgrading may cause the NVR to factory default itself or require a manual default to operate properly.

View the most updated version of this document here:
K-Series DVR upgrade instruction
The Turbo 4 Hybrid DVR K series has multiple models and across different platform and chipset. It also has similar firmware development of other recording product line; DVR K series has also introduced the GUI4.0 to ensure the series to be compatible to the newest technology available. The new database architecture is also brought into the DVR firmware v4.0 to be future proof and for better recording search experience. 
 


Database Optimization and Repair

As more affordable cameras introduced over time with greater video resolution and data sizes, more efficient database management also becomes necessary. The introduction of firmware v4.0 brought about a new database architecture in order to be futureproof.
After upgrading to v4.X, the recorder database will need to be converted and optimize. If you are experiencing issues, where playback is expected but not found, please make sure to perform "Database Rebuild" as indicated in the procedures and scenarios below.
 


Preparing the Upgrade

Before proceeding with upgrade, it is recommend exporting DVR configuration file from the DVR over the network or on to a local USB drive.

 

Action after firmware upgraded 

1. Upgrade the DVR according to the chart above. 

2. Reconfirming Channel's Recording Schedule 

    - Confirm channel's recording schedule is enable. 

    - Check if the channel is on correct recording schedule.

3. Double Check Storage Setting

    - Make sure all channel are assigned to record on its HDD group when the Storage setting is under Group Mode. 

4. Perform Database Rebuild locally. 

    • Some version above support Database Rebuild via web access - K51 and K72

    • Perform Database Rebuild regardless if system is having any database issue symptom. 

    • Database Rebuild process is average ~30 to 60min per TB. The process may still varies depends recording data.

    • After Database Rebuild - Check log to confirm Database Rebuild has went thru properly. 

    • If Database Rebuild Started and Stopped log has been log only within few minutes. Database rebuild may not has been completed properly. It is strongly recommend performing the Database Rebuild again.

    • To check log > System > Log > Information > Database Rebuild Started and Stopped.

    • If the log option is not available - access system via SSH can also obtain similar result.

5. Recording Data is still missing after database rebuild process. 

If the data has not been recorded or has been overwritten, Database rebuild process is not able retrieve those lost data. Have the system upgraded to the latest available firmware version above to prevent any future data lost is strongly recommended for all application.

 

 

 

 

In light of the global semiconductor shortage, Hikvision has made some hardware changes to the DS-76xxNI-Q1(2)/P NVRs, also known as “Q series.”

 

These changes do not have any effect on the performance, specifications, or the user interface of the NVRs. For the ease of reference, these modified units are known as “C-Version” units. This is clearly indicated on the NVR label and on the box by the serial number.

 

The only difference between the “C-Version” and “non-C-Version” is the firmware. The firmware is not interchangeable:

 

  • The C-Version NVRs must use firmware version v4.31.102 or higher.
  • The non-C-Version (Q series) NVRs must use firmware version v4.30.085 or older.

 

Please do not be alarmed if a “Firmware Mismatch” message pops up on the screen during the firmware upgrade. This simply means that the firmware does not match the NVR’s hardware. Simply download the correct firmware and the upgrade will go through without any issue.

In light of the global semiconductor shortage, Hikvision has made some hardware changes to the Value Express Series NVRs

These changes do not have any effect on the performance and specification of the recorders. For ease of reference, these modified units are known as “C-Version” units. This is clearly indicated on the NVR label and on the box by the serial number.

The only difference between the “C-Version” and “non-C-Version” is the firmware. The firmware is not interchangeable:

  • The C-Version NVRs must use firmware version v4.30.216 or higher.
  • The non-C-Version (Q series) NVRs must use firmware version v3.4.104 or older.

Please do not be alarmed if a “Firmware Mismatch” message pops up on the screen during the firmware upgrade. This simply means that the firmware does not match the NVR’s hardware. Simply download the correct firmware and the upgrade will go through without any issue.

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