Ajax NVR (8-ch) Black 16 channels RTSP H.264 H.265 16 TB

Ajax NVR (8-ch) Black is a network video recorder that unites IP camera streaming with Ajax security systems. It supports 16 video input channels via RTSP and records in H.264 and H.265 formats. The device accepts SATA HDDs up to a total of 16 TB, consumes up to 24 W, and connects via a single Ethernet (RJ-45) port. Designed for integration with Ajax hubs, the NVR provides fast access to live view and archive on both mobile and desktop applications.

Advantages

This NVR stores system data within the European Union and complies with European data protection standards. It is NDAA-compliant and built from components approved by the US government. JetSparrow, Ajax’s proprietary video transmission technology, ensures rapid encrypted transfer and smooth local-archive navigation comparable to cloud browsing. Built-in pixel motion detection allows recording only when movement occurs in configured zones, saving HDD space and simplifying archive search.

Suitable for

• Small to medium-sized commercial premises requiring multi-camera monitoring
• Residential properties integrated with Ajax security systems
• Remote monitoring setups using mobile and desktop apps
• Environments where encrypted, NDAA-compliant hardware is required

Key specifications

• Video input channels: 16
• Supported streams: RTSP; H.264; H.265
• Maximum storage capacity: 16 TB (SATA HDD)
• Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
• Power consumption: 24 W
• Product colour: Black
• Compatible with Ajax hubs

How to use

Install the Ajax NVR in a dry, ventilated location and connect a SATA HDD up to the supported total capacity. Connect the unit to your network via the Ethernet (RJ-45) port and pair it with your Ajax hub following the hub’s integration procedure. Add IP cameras using RTSP streams and select H.264 or H.265 encoding as supported by your cameras. Configure motion detection zones in the NVR settings to control recording triggers and reduce unnecessary footage. Access live streams and archive through the Ajax mobile or desktop app.

Recommendations

For reliable long-term operation, use enterprise- or surveillance-grade SATA HDDs and place the NVR in a controlled environment with stable power. Regularly update firmware through official Ajax channels and verify that cameras use supported RTSP profiles for best compatibility. Limit recording to defined motion zones to optimize storage usage.