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Dahua DH-XVR1B08-I/T DVR 8-Channel Penta-brid WizSense, 1U, 1 HDD, Two-Way Talk
Original price was: KSh 7,400.00.KSh 5,800.00Current price is: KSh 5,800.00. ex VAT
Dahua DH-XVR1B08-I/T DVR 8-Channel Penta-brid WizSense, 1U, 1 HDD, Two-Way Talk
| Channels | 8 analog + up to 10 IP |
| Analog input | 8x BNC, auto-detect |
| Formats | HDCVI, AHD, TVI, CVBS |
| IP input | 2 default + 8 converted, 6 MP each |
| Bandwidth | 40 Mbps in/record/out |
| Compression | AI Coding, H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264 |
| Two-way talk | 8 channels over coax |
| Video output | 1x HDMI, 1x VGA |
| Storage | 1x SATA, up to 6 TB |
| Network | 1x RJ-45, 10/100 Mbps |
| Power | DC 12 V |
| Form factor | 1U Cooper chassis |
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Warranty 1 year
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Description
Eight-channel hybrid recorder with coaxial audio return
The Dahua DH-XVR1B08-I/T DVR records eight analog channels across HDCVI, AHD, TVI and CVBS, and accepts up to ten IP streams. WizSense analytics run on the analog inputs, and two-way talk passes over the coaxial cable. A 1U chassis carries one SATA bay.
Each BNC port auto-detects the incoming format, so a mixed fleet of HDCVI, AHD, TVI and legacy CVBS cameras lands on one recorder. Two IP channels stay available by default, and the eight analog ports convert to IP once extension mode is enabled. Every IP channel accepts up to 6 MP.
The rear panel provides one HDMI and one VGA output, both capable of 1920 x 1080. SMD Plus filters human and vehicle targets on all eight analog channels to cut false alarms from leaves, rain and light changes. The unit runs on DC 12 V and mounts in a standard equipment rack.
Key Features
Penta-brid BNC front end
Eight BNC ports accept HDCVI, AHD, TVI and CVBS signals with automatic format detection per channel.Ten-channel IP expansion ceiling
- Two native IP channels available by default
- Eight analog ports convertible to IP channels
- 40 Mbps incoming, recording and outgoing bandwidth
- 6 MP maximum resolution per IP channel
Coaxial two-way audio
The recorder carries bidirectional audio over the same coax run as the video, reusing the RCA audio input and output pair.SMD Plus target filtering
Secondary human and vehicle classification reduces nuisance alarms triggered by foliage, rain and illumination shifts.AI Coding and dual-stream compression
Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+ and H.264 modes cut bitrate while preserving target detail on each stream.
Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | DH-XVR1B08-I/T |
| Channels | 8 analog + up to 10 IP |
| Analog input | 8x BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm, auto-detect |
| Supported formats | HDCVI, AHD, TVI, CVBS |
| IP input | 2 default + 8 converted, 6 MP per channel |
| Bandwidth | 40 Mbps incoming, recording and outgoing |
| Video compression | AI Coding, Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264 |
| Audio compression | G.711a, G.711u, PCM |
| Audio input/output | 1 in / 1 out, RCA |
| Two-way talk | 8 channels over coaxial cable |
| Video output | 1x HDMI, 1x VGA (up to 1920 x 1080) |
| Recording resolution | 1080N, 720P, 960H, D1, CIF |
| Analytics | SMD Plus, 8 analog channels |
| Storage | 1x SATA, up to 6 TB |
| Network | 1x RJ-45, 10/100 Mbps |
| USB | 2x USB 2.0 |
| Interoperability | ONVIF Profile T, S, G; CGI; SDK |
| Mobile access | iOS, Android |
| Power supply | DC 12 V |
| Form factor | 1U Cooper chassis |
| Dimensions | 197 x 204.3 x 41.5 mm |
| Operating temperature | -10 °C to +45 °C |
What’s in the Box
XVR1B08-I/T recorder unit
Power adapter and mains lead
Mounting screws and quick start guide
Why Choose the XVR1B08-I/T
The five-format BNC front end preserves existing analog cabling during a staged migration to IP.
Coax audio return removes the need for separate microphone cabling at each camera position.
H.265+ and AI Coding reduce disk consumption on the single 6 TB bay.
SMD Plus classification lowers operator alarm fatigue on busy sites.
ONVIF conformance keeps third-party IP cameras and VMS platforms in scope.




Lydia Achieng Otieno (verified owner) –
Working well at our hardware store. The WizSense human and vehicle filtering has cut down on the false alerts we used to get from cats and tree branches. One thing I will note: the fan noise is audible if the unit sits in a small office. We moved ours into a cabinet and that sorted it out.
Grace Njeri Wambui (verified owner) –
We run a small guesthouse and needed something that could take both the older analogue cameras we had and the new IP cameras we were adding. This DVR handled the transition without us having to replace everything. The 1U metal housing fits neatly into our comms cabinet. Setup through the local monitor interface took maybe twenty minutes and the smartphone app is straightforward for the staff to use for playback. Two-way audio works well for the gate intercom. Solid purchase.
Moses Kimani Njenga (verified owner) –
Set this up at a client’s shop in Kikuyu with eight cameras — four HDCVI, two analogue and two IP. Penta-brid handled the mix without me having to swap any camera. The two-way talk feature was the deciding factor since the shopkeeper wanted to speak to delivery people at the gate.
Isaac Mutua Kilonzo (verified owner) –
Simple to install and the mobile app works. Records 1080N on all eight channels at once without dropping frames.