R5 Mainstream NVR, 32MP 8-Channel 8-Port PoE, 2SATA, LumiPower, LumiSearch+, 8TB
SKU LM-R52-8PA8
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The Luminys R52-8PA8 is an 8-channel 8K NVR built for commercial security installs that demand high-resolution recording, built-in AI analytics, and extended PoE reach. With LumiPower delivering PoE up to 3,000 feet and LumiSearch+ for rapid forensic review across all 8 channels, it gives installers a complete, NDAA-compliant recording foundation without adding infrastructure overhead.
Built for the commercial installer
The R52-8PA8 records up to 32MP across 8 channels and ships with 8TB pre-installed -- two SATA bays allow expansion to 32TB. It runs recorder-side analytics (iMD, VCA, Face Recognition) without relying on camera processing, keeping high-accuracy coverage even in mixed-camera environments. ONVIF and RTSP interoperability means it fits alongside existing camera investments, while LumiCloud integration provides remote access and LumiViewer handles both desktop and mobile monitoring.
Key features
- LumiSearch+: find, track, and identify targets across all 8 channels using clothing color, body shape, and attribute filters -- no clip-scrubbing required
- LumiPower PoE: extends power and data up to 3,000 feet, eliminating repeaters or mid-run power taps on long cable runs
- NVR-based analytics: iMD on 8 channels, VCA on 4 channels (10 rules per channel), Face Recognition on 2 channels -- all running on the recorder without camera-side licensing
- Up to 32MP recording: supports the full Luminys camera resolution stack from 1080p to 32MP at up to 30 fps per channel
- License plate recognition: 8-channel LPR with block/allow lists and up to 20,000 plate numbers stored on-unit
- NDAA compliant: cleared for government, education, and enterprise deployments where supply chain compliance is a requirement
System requirements
The R52-8PA8 connects cameras directly via its 8 integrated PoE ports (IEEE 802.3 af/at, 130W total output). One Gigabit Ethernet port handles upstream network connectivity. LumiSearch+ requires LumiSearch+-enabled cameras -- note that activating LumiSearch+ disables Analytics by Recorder, Local Fisheye Dewarp, and the NVR face database (IP cameras retain their own face database access). LumiCloud Lite is included; LumiCloud Unity subscriptions are sold separately.
Specifications
| SKU | LM-R52-8PA8 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Luminys |
| Form factor | 1U rack- or desktop-mount |
| Channels | 8 |
| Max resolution | 32MP |
| Recording bandwidth | 256 Mbps (AI off) / 200 Mbps (AI on) |
| Decoding (AI on) | 1CH@32MP, 2CH@16MP, 4CH@8MP, 8CH@4MP (all 30 fps) |
| Decoding (AI off) | 1CH@32MP, 3CH@16MP, 6CH@8MP, 12CH@4MP (all 30 fps) |
| Codec | H.265+, H.265, H.264+, H.264, MJPEG |
| Analytics by recorder | iMD 8CH, VCA 4CH (10 rules/channel), Face Recognition 2CH |
| Analytics by camera | iMD 8CH, VCA 8CH, LumiSearch+ 8CH, Video Metadata 8CH, LPR 8CH |
| Storage | 2x SATA, up to 16TB per drive (32TB max); 8TB HDD included |
| PoE ports | 8x RJ-45, 10/100 Mbps, IEEE 802.3 af/at |
| PoE output | 130W total, 25.5W max per port |
| Network | 1x RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
| USB | 1x USB 2.0 (front), 1x USB 3.0 (rear) |
| Alarm | 4-channel input, 2-channel output |
| Audio | 1-channel RCA in/out |
| Serial | RS-232 |
| HDMI output | 4K (3840x2160), 1920x1080, 1280x1024 |
| VGA output | 1920x1080, 1280x1024 |
| Protocol | HTTP, HTTPS, TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, UPnP, SNMP, RTSP, UDP, SMTP, NTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS |
| Interoperability | ONVIF, RTSP |
| Client software | LumiViewer, LumiViewer Mobile, LumiCloud |
| Power supply | 100-240V AC, 47-63 Hz |
| Power consumption | |
| Operating temp | 14 to 131 degrees F (-10 to 55 degrees C) |
| Humidity | 10% to 93% RH |
| Dimensions | 372.0 x 325.8 x 43.7 mm (14.7 x 12.8 x 1.7 in.) |
| Weight | 2.6 kg (5.9 lb) without HDD |
| Compliance | NDAA |
| Certification | FCC |
