The Luminys R42-16PA is a 16-channel, 16-port PoE NVR built for commercial security deployments where recording quality and recorder-based analytics matter. It handles up to 16MP camera resolution with iMD, VCA, face detection, face recognition, and LPR running natively on the unit ā no separate analytics server required ā and ships with LumiCloud Lite included for remote access out of the box.
Built for the commercial installer
The R42-16PA runs H.265+ compression across all 16 PoE channels over a single Gigabit uplink, with 256Mbps recording bandwidth (180Mbps with AI on). A 4K HDMI output and dual 3.5" SATA bays ā up to 16TB per drive ā keep display and storage options flexible for a wide range of site requirements. NDAA-compliant and FCC-certified. Fits standard 1U rack or runs desktop.
Key features
- 16-channel, 16-port PoE (IEEE 802.3af/at): 130W total PoE budget, 25.5W per port max ā covers full camera deployments from a single device with no external PoE switch needed
- Up to 16MP recording: H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264, and MJPEG codec support with 256Mbps recording bandwidth
- AI analytics at the recorder: iMD, VCA, face detection, face recognition, and LPR run natively ā no additional analytics server or license needed
- 4K HDMI + 1080p VGA outputs: dual-display support for monitoring stations and command centers
- 2x SATA bays: up to 16TB per HDD for scalable local storage without replacing the recorder
- ONVIF and RTSP: broad third-party camera and VMS compatibility out of the box
- LumiCloud Lite included: remote access and mobile monitoring at no extra cost ā LumiCloud Unity available as an optional upgrade
- NDAA-compliant: suitable for government and enterprise security deployments
System requirements
Connects to the network via a single 1Gbps RJ-45 uplink. Requires compatible IP cameras (ONVIF profile or Luminys native). SATA HDDs sold separately ā supports up to 16TB per bay. LumiViewer desktop client and LumiViewer mobile app (iOS and Android) available for full remote management.
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