Dahua NVR-NV54A32-P16-I/L 32 Channel AI PoE Network Video Recorder – 16 PoE, 4 HDD, Face Recognition & ePoE

The Dahua NVR-NV54A32-P16-I/L 32 Channel AI Network Video Recorder is a professional IP security recording solution designed for commercial, industrial and large-scale surveillance installations.

Featuring 32 IP camera channels, 16 integrated PoE ports, four HDD bays, advanced face recognition, video metadata, perimeter protection, SMD Plus and ePoE/EoC support on designated ports, this recorder provides centralized security recording and intelligent video monitoring.

Its 1.5U chassis and advanced analytics capabilities make it suitable for warehouses, office buildings, retail businesses, commercial properties and multi-camera security installations.

Key Features

• 32-Channel IP Camera Recording: Supports up to 32 compatible network security cameras.
• 16 Integrated PoE Ports: Provides network and power connectivity for compatible PoE IP cameras.
• 4 HDD Bays: Supports installation of up to four compatible surveillance hard drives.
• 1.5U Chassis: Designed for professional multi-camera recording systems.
• Smart H.265+ Compression: Supports efficient video compression for storage and bandwidth management.
• Multiple Video Formats: Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264 and MJPEG.
• 4-Channel Video Metadata: Supports video metadata processing on up to four channels.
• Up to 12-Channel Perimeter Protection and SMD Plus: Supports intelligent perimeter monitoring and motion detection.
• 4-Channel Video Stream Face Recognition: Supports face recognition from up to four video streams.
• 16 Face Images per Second: Supports face image processing at up to 16 images per second.
• 20 Face Databases: Supports up to 20 face databases containing a total of 200,000 face images.
• ePoE and EoC Support: PoE ports 1–8 support ePoE and EoC functionality.

32-Channel IP Security Camera Recording

The Dahua NVR-NV54A32-P16-I/L supports up to 32 compatible IP cameras, making it suitable for larger surveillance systems requiring centralized video recording.

It is designed for monitoring multiple locations, including:

• Commercial buildings
• Warehouses
• Retail stores
• Office complexes
• Industrial facilities
• Parking areas
• Multi-camera security installations

The maximum supported camera recording resolution should be confirmed against the manufacturer’s technical specifications.

16 Integrated PoE Ports

The recorder includes 16 built-in PoE ports for connecting compatible IP security cameras.

Power over Ethernet allows supported cameras to receive electrical power and network connectivity through Ethernet cabling.

This helps simplify installation and reduce the need for separate camera power adapters.

The NVR supports 32 camera channels, while 16 integrated PoE ports are provided. Additional compatible cameras may be connected through suitable external network equipment.

Important: Verify the total PoE power budget and individual port limits before installation.

ePoE and EoC Support on Ports 1–8

The Dahua NVR-NV54A32-P16-I/L supports ePoE and EoC functionality on PoE ports 1 through 8.

ePoE – Extended Power over Ethernet

ePoE technology is designed for supported extended-distance network camera connections.

Actual transmission distance, data rate and available power depend on compatible equipment and cabling.

EoC – Ethernet over Coaxial

EoC technology enables Ethernet transmission over suitable coaxial cabling when used with compatible equipment.

This can be useful when upgrading certain existing coaxial camera installations to IP-based security systems.

Compatibility Note: ePoE and EoC functions require appropriate compatible equipment. Standard IP cameras and coaxial cameras should not be assumed to work directly over every cabling configuration.

Four HDD Bays for Local Video Storage

The recorder features four HDD bays for installing compatible surveillance hard drives.

This provides flexibility for multi-camera recording installations requiring substantial local video storage.

Recording duration depends on camera resolution, bitrate, compression, recording schedule and installed HDD capacity.

The supplier does not specify the maximum supported HDD capacity or confirm whether hard drives are included.

Smart H.265+ Video Compression

The Dahua NVR supports:

• Smart H.265+
• H.265
• Smart H.264+
• H.264
• MJPEG

These video compression formats help manage network bandwidth and recording storage requirements.

Actual storage savings depend on camera compatibility and recording settings.

Advanced Video Metadata – Up to 4 Channels

The Dahua NVR-NV54A32-P16-I/L supports video metadata on up to four channels.

Video metadata provides structured information associated with supported video events and detected objects.

Available metadata categories and search functions depend on the recorder’s firmware and compatible camera configuration.

Perimeter Protection and SMD Plus – Up to 12 Channels

The recorder supports up to 12 channels of perimeter protection and SMD Plus, as specified by the supplier.

Perimeter Protection

Supports intelligent security monitoring of configured boundaries and protected areas.

SMD Plus

Dahua Smart Motion Detection Plus helps improve motion event analysis through supported intelligent classification.

The exact channel allocation and simultaneous operating limits for perimeter protection and SMD Plus should be confirmed in the manufacturer’s technical documentation.

4-Channel Video Stream Face Recognition

The NVR supports face recognition from up to four video streams.

This capability can be used in appropriately configured security applications requiring facial analytics.

Face recognition performance depends on camera image quality, installation conditions and system configuration.

Face Processing – Up to 16 Images per Second

The recorder supports processing of up to 16 face images per second.

This specification describes face image processing throughput and should not be confused with camera recording frame rate.

Face Database Management

The NVR supports:

• Up to 20 face databases
• Up to 200,000 face images in total

These capabilities support specialized security applications requiring face database management.

Facial recognition deployments must comply with applicable privacy laws and organizational data protection policies.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Brand	Dahua
Model	NVR-NV54A32-P16-I/L
Product Type	AI Network Video Recorder
Camera Channels	32
Integrated PoE Ports	16
ePoE Ports	Ports 1–8
EoC Support	Ports 1–8, with Compatible Equipment
HDD Bays	4
Form Factor	1.5U
Video Formats	Smart H.265+, H.265, Smart H.264+, H.264, MJPEG
Video Metadata	Up to 4 Channels
Perimeter Protection and SMD Plus	Up to 12 Channels, Allocation to Be Confirmed
Video Stream Face Recognition	Up to 4 Channels
Face Processing Rate	Up to 16 Images per Second
Face Databases	Up to 20
Total Face Images	Up to 200,000
Maximum Camera Recording Resolution	Not Specified
Incoming Recording Bandwidth	Not Specified
Maximum Decoding Capability	Not Specified
Maximum HDD Capacity	Not Specified
HDD Included	Not Confirmed
Total PoE Power Budget	Not Specified
HDMI Output	Not Confirmed
VGA Output	Not Confirmed
Remote Viewing Application	Not Confirmed
Dimensions	Not Specified
Weight	Not Specified

Ideal Applications

The Dahua NVR-NV54A32-P16-I/L is suitable for:

• Commercial security systems
• Warehouses and distribution centres
• Office buildings
• Retail stores
• Industrial facilities
• Parking areas
• Multi-camera IP surveillance installations
• Security upgrades involving compatible ePoE or EoC equipment
• Applications requiring advanced face recognition and intelligent video analytics

Installation and Compatibility Notes

• Supports 32 camera channels with 16 integrated PoE ports.
• Additional cameras may require external network switches.
• Confirm the total PoE power budget before installation.
• ePoE and EoC functionality is specified for ports 1–8.
• Confirm compatibility with extended-distance equipment and coaxial adapters.
• Verify maximum camera recording resolution and recording bandwidth.
• Confirm maximum supported HDD capacity and whether storage is included.
• Verify simultaneous AI channel limits before system design.
• Confirm video output and remote viewing capabilities.
• Face recognition applications should comply with applicable privacy and data protection requirements.

Buy Dahua 32 Channel AI PoE NVR in Canada

Shop the Dahua NVR-NV54A32-P16-I/L 32 Channel AI Network Video Recorder at Tech Vision Electronics.

We supply Dahua network video recorders, IP security cameras, PoE switches, surveillance hard drives and professional security system accessories for residential, commercial and industrial installations.

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