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Hikvision Acusense DS-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL IP Camera 8MP 4K With Audible Warning & Strobe Bullet Network Camera

SKU: DS-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL
Description

The Hikvision DS-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL is an 8MP 4K AcuSense bullet with a strobe light, audible warning and two-way audio. AcuSense classifies people and vehicles, so the active deterrence and alerts fire on real intruders, and DarkFighter low-light imaging keeps the picture usable when the light fades.

Key points
- 8MP 4K (3840 x 2160) on a 1/1.8" sensor for identification-grade detail
- LiveGuard strobe light and audio alarm with built-in two-way audio
- AcuSense human and vehicle classification to cut false alarms
- DarkFighter low-light imaging and 120dB true WDR
- 60m infrared night vision with Smart IR (black and white in full darkness)
- IP66 weatherproof; PoE (802.3af) or 12V DC; microSD up to 256GB

8MP Ultra HD 60m IR Night Vision IP66 Weatherproof False Alarm Reduction Human/Vehicle Detection Strobe Light Audio Alarm Built-in Microphone Built-in Speaker
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§ 01Overview

What the DS-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL is

The Hikvision DS-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL is an 8MP 4K AcuSense bullet camera built for sites that want both high-detail recording and active deterrence.

It records 8MP (3840 x 2160), so you can capture identification-grade detail across a wide area, and AcuSense deep learning classifies people and vehicles so the alarm and alerts respond to real intruders rather than animals, rain or moving foliage.

The LiveGuard feature adds a strobe light and an audible warning that can be linked to intrusion or line-crossing events, and built-in two-way audio through a microphone and a 1W speaker lets you challenge an intruder live from your phone.

DarkFighter low-light processing and 120dB true WDR keep the image clear at dusk and against strong backlight, and Smart Supplement Light adjusts the 60-metre infrared to avoid over-exposing closer subjects.

This is an infrared night-vision model rather than a ColorVu camera, so in full darkness it records in black and white; the white strobe is event-triggered deterrence, not continuous colour lighting.

The housing is IP66-rated against dust and water, and the camera runs over PoE (802.3af) or 12V DC.

It takes a microSD card up to 256GB for on-board recording and works with Hikvision AcuSense NVRs and the Hik-Connect app.

It is normally installed by a security or cabling technician.

See it in action

What the DS-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL 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.

60m IR Night Vision

Built-in infrared sees in total darkness up to around 60m, covering long driveways and large properties. Even well away from the house, people and vehicles remain clear in black-and-white.

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.

Strobe Light

On detecting activity, the camera can trigger a bright flashing strobe to make an intruder aware they've been spotted — a visible warning rather than silent recording.

Illustrative — simulated for demonstration

§ 02Engineering

DS-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL specifications

- 8MP 4K (3840 x 2160) resolution for identification-grade detail across a wide scene.

- LiveGuard strobe light and audible warning, plus built-in two-way audio through a microphone and 1W speaker.

- AcuSense human and vehicle detection so deterrence and alerts target real intruders.

- DarkFighter low-light imaging and 120dB true WDR for dusk and backlit scenes.

- 60m infrared night vision with Smart IR; the camera records in black and white in full darkness.

- IP66 weatherproof housing, PoE (802.3af) or 12V DC power, and microSD recording up to 256GB.

§ 03Full datasheet

Detailed specifications

Camera & Image

Camera & Image — Hikvision Acusense DS-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL IP Camera 8MP 4K With Audible Warning & Strobe Bullet Network Camera
FeatureDetail
Image Sensor 1/1.8" Progressive Scan CMOS
Max. Resolution 3840 × 2160
Min. Illumination Color: 0.003 Lux @ (F1.6, AGC ON)
Shutter Speed 1/3 s to 1/100,000 s
Slow Shutter Yes
Wide Dynamic Range 120 dB
Day & Night ICR Cut
Angle Adjustment Pan: 0° to 360°, tilt: 0° to 90°, rotate: 0° to 360°
Day/Night Switch Day, Night, Auto, Schedule
Image Enhancement BLC, HLC, 3D DNR
Image Parameters Switch Yes
Image Settings 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-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL

4K detail plus deterrence

8MP identification detail combines with a linked strobe, audible warning and two-way audio, so you can both record an incident and warn an intruder off live.

Targets real threats

AcuSense classifies people and vehicles, so the alarm and alerts fire on actual intruders rather than wind, rain or wildlife.

Strong low light

DarkFighter and 120dB WDR hold detail at dusk and against backlight, with 60m Smart IR for full darkness.

Backed locally

Supplied by an authorised dealer with a 3-year warranty and Australia-wide support.

§ 05Where it fits

Right at home in these scenarios

Building perimeters

Cover a fence line or yard boundary in 4K and arm the strobe and siren for after-hours deterrence aimed at real intruders.

Business fronts and docks

Read faces and plates at an entrance or loading dock, with two-way audio to direct drivers or challenge visitors.

Car parks and storage yards

Use the strobe and audible warning to move loiterers on at car parks, sheds or storage areas where a visible, audible response helps.

Driveways and front yards

Capture 4K detail across a driveway with 60m IR at night and AI alerts that ignore pets and passing traffic.

§ 06Setup

Installation & setup

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What it is

An 8MP 4K AcuSense bullet with a LiveGuard strobe and audible warning and built-in two-way audio.

02

Power and cabling

Run one Cat5e/6 cable and power it over PoE (802.3af) from a PoE switch or NVR, or use 12V DC where PoE is not available.

03

Light and siren behaviour

Link the strobe and audible warning to intrusion or line-crossing events and schedule active hours, so the deterrence fires only when you want it.

04

Setup

In Australia a network camera is usually fitted by a licensed security installer or a competent IT/cabling technician, who runs the Cat5e/6 cable, terminates the RJ45, mounts the camera and adds it to the NVR or app. Add it in Hik-Connect or your NVR, then set human and vehicle zones and the Smart IR night mode.

§ 07Questions

Frequently asked about the DS-2CD2T86G2-ISU/SL

Q.01

What resolution is this camera?

It is an 8MP 4K camera with a maximum resolution of 3840 x 2160, recorded over H.265+ to keep file sizes manageable at 4K.
Q.02

Does it have a strobe, siren and two-way audio?

Yes. LiveGuard provides a strobe light and an audible warning, and it has built-in two-way audio through a microphone and a 2W speaker, so you can listen in and respond live.
Q.03

Can I choose which events trigger the strobe and siren?

Yes. AcuSense lets you filter triggers by target type, so you can fire the strobe and audible warning on people or vehicles only and ignore pets, distant traffic and moving trees.
Q.04

Does it record in colour at night?

No. It is an infrared night-vision model, so in full darkness it records in black and white using the 60m IR. The white strobe is event-triggered deterrence, not continuous colour lighting.
Q.05

Does it need a PoE+ switch, or will a standard PoE port work?

It supports standard PoE (IEEE 802.3af) over one Ethernet cable, or a 12V DC supply, so a standard PoE switch or NVR port runs power and data.
Q.06

Will it work with my existing older Hikvision NVR?

It records to older GUI3 NVRs on current firmware, but the AcuSense smart features and linked deterrence need a compatible AcuSense NVR for full functionality.
Q.07

Can it record without an NVR?

Yes. It has a microSD slot up to 256GB for standalone recording, and it also supports NAS storage and ANR to fill gaps if the NVR link drops.
Q.08

Is it weatherproof for Australian outdoor use?

Yes. It is IP66-rated against dust and water and operates from -30 to 60 degrees Celsius, which suits exposed outdoor positions; mounting under eaves limits UV exposure.

§ 09Bundles

Recommended packages

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Add storage for 4K

Fit a surveillance drive such as the 6TB or 8TB in the NVR; 4K AcuSense streams suit a larger drive.

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Mount and protect cabling

Add the DS-1260ZJ junction box for tidy, weather-protected terminations behind the camera.