HTElectrical 0 Posted November 4, 2014 I would like to get recommendations on a 16 channel Hybrid DVR. Currently I had a Dahua DH-DVR1604HF-A-E installed, but it is locking up on the initial image for all 16 channels, and after about 5 minutes just reboots. Customer mentioned that he would like to add at least another 8 cameras, with 8 channels available for future expansion. I discussed possible options with the customer, and suggested the possibility of going with a Hybrid 16 channel DVR. Opinions? Should I just try and get the existing unit warrantied, and then go with a separate NVR or go with a single unit? Thanks in advance!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shockwave199 0 Posted November 4, 2014 How set are they on keeping the analog? Once they see higher resolution cameras you might be in for a total switch. Just make sure they are committed to keeping what they have in line currently before committing to a hybrid. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Don Stephens 0 Posted November 4, 2014 Dahua's Hybrid models seem to be getting phased out by Tribrid models. I've never really been a big fan of the Hybrids. If you want a single unit solution, I can say that the Tribrid DVRs are fantastic. Personally, I wouldn't waste my time on Dahua's Hybrid DVRs anymore. A separate DVR and NVR wwould work fine and can be brought in to mimic a single unit using software. As long as no one minds that, that might be the more economical option. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HTElectrical 0 Posted November 5, 2014 How set are they on keeping the analog? Once they see higher resolution cameras you might be in for a total switch. Just make sure they are committed to keeping what they have in line currently before committing to a hybrid. I am sure they would like to keep the analog, just installed. What about going with a 16 channel encoder, and then using a single 32 channel NVR? I am probably going to go with Hikvision IP so everything needs to be compatible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tomcctv 187 Posted November 6, 2014 Hi. Go for a pc based hybrid. Something like avermedia Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HTElectrical 0 Posted November 6, 2014 I found another DVR of the same model for an exceptionally good price with a 3 year warranty, and then I am just going to go with a 16 channel NVR. What Hikvision NVR do you recommend? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
