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Hikvision 8MP 8CH CCTV Kit: 8 x Outdoor Vandalproof Domes with Acusense + 8CH NVR/4TB

SKU: DS-2CD2186G2-I
Description

This Hikvision 8 MP 8-channel kit pairs eight DS-2CD2186G2-I AcuSense vandal-resistant dome cameras with an 8-channel DS-7608NI-M2/8P PoE NVR and a 4 TB surveillance hard drive, supplied ready to record.

What's in the kit
- 8 x DS-2CD2186G2-I 8 MP (4K) AcuSense dome cameras
- IP67 weatherproof and IK10 vandal-resistant metal bodies
- Human and vehicle classification; 30 metre IR; 120 dB WDR
- Powered-by-DarkFighter low-light imaging
- 1 x DS-7608NI-M2/8P 8-channel PoE NVR
- 4 TB surveillance hard drive fitted and ready
- 4K output and H.265+ compression

8 cameras 8MP Ultra HD 30m IR Night Vision False Alarm Reduction Human/Vehicle Detection 8 x POE PORTS
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This kit includes: Cabling not included — add cables in the accessories below (one per camera).
  • 8 × Hikvision DS-2CD2186G2-I 8MP Acusense Outdoor Dome CCTV Camera, 30m IR, 2.8mm
  • 1 × Hikvision DS-7608NI-M2/8P 8ch M-Series PoE NVR, 128Mbps, 4K, 2 Bay, 1RU, 4TB (8ch)
  • 1 × 4TB HDD – WD Purple / Seagate Surveillance HDD for DVRs & NVRs (4TB)
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Price breakdown:
  • Hikvision 8MP 8CH CCTV Kit: 8 x Outdoor Vandalproof Domes with Acusense + 8CH NVR/4TB $3,435.75
Total: $3,435.75
3-Year Warranty

3-Year Warranty

Warranty on all cameras

Free Shipping

Free Shipping

On orders over $300

30-Day Returns

30-Day Returns

Easy returns for unopened items

Fast Delivery

Fast Delivery

5-10 Day Delivery Australia-wide

§ 01Overview

What the DS-2CD2186G2-I is

This Hikvision 8 MP 8-channel kit is a complete eight-camera system built for tougher, public-facing locations.

It combines eight DS-2CD2186G2-I AcuSense dome cameras, an eight-channel DS-7608NI-M2/8P PoE NVR and a 4 TB surveillance hard drive already fitted, so each camera connects on a single network cable and the recorder is set up to capture all eight channels from the start.

The dome shape is the point of difference.

Each camera is an 8 MP (4K) dome rated IP67 against dust and water and IK10 against impact, so the low-profile metal housing stands up to knocks and tampering in places like entrances, stairwells, shops and car parks.

AcuSense deep learning classifies human and vehicle targets so alerts and searches ignore rain, shadows and animals, 120 dB wide dynamic range balances harsh backlight, and Powered-by-DarkFighter imaging keeps detail in low light.

These are -I model cameras with no built-in microphone, so the kit records high-quality video without audio.

A couple of honest notes so it is set up well.

At night these are infrared cameras with a 30 metre range, so the picture is black and white, not full colour; this is not a ColorVu kit.

The compact dome housing resists tampering and is discreet indoors and out.

The 4 TB drive is included as standard for generous everyday retention, and H.265+ compression keeps storage efficient, with room to fit a larger drive later.

See it in action

What the DS-2CD2186G2-I features actually look like

Representative illustrations of how each key feature performs in a real scene.

8MP Ultra HD

8MP (4K) resolution captures four times the detail of 1080p.
Even when a person or car is far down the driveway, you can zoom in and still recognise a face or read a number plate — detail that lower-resolution cameras lose.

30m IR Night Vision

Built-in infrared lets the camera see in complete darkness up to around 30m — enough for a typical driveway, front yard or entrance. People and vehicles stay clear in black-and-white, brighter the closer they are.

False Alarm Reduction

Filtering helps separate real activity from harmless movement like rain, leaves or pets, so you get fewer pointless notifications and the alerts that matter stand out.

Human/Vehicle Detection

Smart detection focuses on people and vehicles and can ignore things like swaying branches, rain or small animals — helping cut down false alerts and making the right moments easier to find.

Illustrative — simulated for demonstration

§ 02Engineering

DS-2CD2186G2-I specifications

- 8 x DS-2CD2186G2-I 8 MP (4K) AcuSense dome cameras
- IP67 weatherproof and IK10 vandal-resistant metal bodies
- AcuSense human and vehicle classification to reduce false alarms
- Powered-by-DarkFighter low-light imaging; 120 dB true WDR
- 30 m infrared at night (infrared black-and-white image)
- DS-7608NI-M2/8P 8-channel NVR with built-in PoE ports
- 4 TB surveillance hard drive fitted and ready to record
- 4K output and H.265+ compression; single-cable PoE per camera

§ 03Full datasheet

Detailed specifications

Camera & Image

Camera & Image — Hikvision 8MP 8CH CCTV Kit: 8 x Outdoor Vandalproof Domes with Acusense + 8CH NVR/4TB
FeatureDetail
Image Sensor 1/1.8" Progressive Scan CMOS
Shutter Speed 1/3 s to 1/100,000 s
Min. Illumination Color: 0.003 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON), B/W: 0 Lux with IR
Slow Shutter Yes
P/N P/N
Wide Dynamic Range 120 dB
Day & Night IR cut filter
Angle Adjustment Pan: 0° to 355°, tilt: 0° to 75°, rotate: 0° to 355°
SNR ≥ 52 dB
Target Cropping Yes
Day/Night Switch Day, Night, Auto, Schedule
Image Enhancement BLC, HLC, 3D DNR
Image Parameters Switch Yes
Image Settings Rotate mode, saturation, brightness, contrast, sharpness, gain, white balance adjustable by client software or web browser

§ 04Why choose this

Built for the way you actually use the DS-2CD2186G2-I

Built to take a hit

IP67 weatherproof and IK10 vandal-resistant metal domes withstand knocks and tampering in public, reachable positions.

4K detail with fewer false alarms

8 MP resolution and AcuSense human and vehicle classification keep evidence sharp and alerts focused on real threats.

Discreet and tidy

The low-profile dome shape is unobtrusive on ceilings and walls indoors and out, and harder to knock off aim.

Complete and ready to record

Eight cameras, an eight-channel PoE NVR and a fitted 4 TB drive arrive set up, so a single cable per camera gets it running.

§ 05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Shops and retail

Tamper-resistant ceiling coverage of aisles, tills and entrances with 4K detail.

Entrances and stairwells

Discreet domes in reachable public spots where a vandal rating matters.

Car parks and common areas

Wide, impact-resistant coverage of bays, lobbies and walkways.

Schools and offices

Tidy, hard-to-tamper cameras for corridors, foyers and shared spaces.

§ 06Setup

Installation & setup

01

In the box

Eight DS-2CD2186G2-I dome cameras, the DS-7608NI-M2/8P NVR with a 4 TB drive fitted, power supply and mounting accessories. Connect a monitor for local viewing.

02

Cabling

Run one network cable from each camera to a PoE port on the NVR. Standard Ethernet runs apply, and a PoE switch can extend reach for distant cameras.

03

Mounting

Fix each dome to a ceiling or wall covering the area you want watched, within the 30 metre infrared range, and adjust the lens angle inside the housing.

04

Setup

Connect the NVR to a screen and the network, add the cameras on the plug-and-play PoE ports, set the AcuSense human and vehicle rules and recording schedule, and set up remote viewing in the Hik-Connect app.

§ 07Questions

Frequently asked about the DS-2CD2186G2-I

Q.01

Is the kit ready to record out of the box?

Yes. It includes the eight 8 MP AcuSense dome cameras, the eight-channel DS-7608NI-M2/8P PoE NVR and a 4 TB surveillance hard drive already fitted, so each camera connects on one cable and the recorder captures all eight channels. Add a screen or use the Hik-Connect app to view.
Q.02

What does the IK10 vandal rating mean for me?

IK10 is the highest common impact-resistance rating, so the dome housing is built to withstand knocks, kicks and tampering. Combined with the IP67 weather rating, it makes these cameras a good choice for public and reachable spots such as entrances, stairwells, shops and car parks where a camera could be hit.
Q.03

Why choose dome cameras over bullets or turrets?

Domes have a low-profile, tamper-resistant housing that is discreet and hard to grab or knock off aim, which suits indoor ceilings and public areas. Bullets suit long outdoor throws and turrets are easy to aim, so the dome kit is best where vandal resistance and a tidy look matter most.
Q.04

Do the cameras record sound?

No. The DS-2CD2186G2-I cameras do not have a built-in microphone, so the kit records video without audio. If sound matters for your site, you would choose camera models that include a built-in microphone.
Q.05

Do the cameras show colour at night?

No. They use Powered-by-DarkFighter low-light imaging for clean detail, but at night they rely on 30 metre infrared, so the image is black and white. For full-colour night footage you would choose a ColorVu kit with white-light cameras.
Q.06

What does AcuSense do?

AcuSense uses on-camera deep learning to classify human and vehicle targets and ignore other movement such as rain, leaves or animals. The system alerts you to what matters, cuts false alarms, and lets you search recordings by human or vehicle events.
Q.07

Is the kit full, or can I add more cameras?

The recorder is an eight-channel NVR and the kit uses all eight channels, so it is complete as supplied. To add more cameras you would step up to a larger recorder, such as a 16-channel NVR, and use a PoE switch for the extra ports.
Q.08

How much will the 4 TB drive store?

The included 4 TB surveillance drive gives generous everyday retention for eight 8 MP cameras, helped by H.265+ compression. Exact days depend on motion, frame rate and quality, and a larger drive can be fitted for longer retention.

§ 08In motion

§ 09Bundles

Recommended packages

01

Replace or expand a camera

Add or swap a matching DS-2CD2186G2-I 8MP AcuSense dome. The kit fills all eight channels, so to run more cameras step up to a larger recorder.