Hikvision DS-C80N-01HI Distributed HDMI Input Node

Name: Hikvision DS-C80N-01HI Distributed HDMI Input Node
Brand: Hikvision
SKU: hikvision-ds-c80n-01hi
Availability: InStock

Overview

The Hikvision DS-C80N-01HI is a distributed HDMI input node for video walls. It accepts a 1080p HDMI 1.4 source, loops it out through a second HDMI port, and sends the signal over a Gigabit network link via SFP or Ethernet. Powered by PoE 802.3at or a 110 to 240 VAC supply, it mounts in a standard rack or magnetically (optional). Suited to control rooms in Doha.

What the DS-C80N-01HI does in a distributed wall

The Hikvision DS-C80N-01HI is an input node for distributed video wall systems. Each node takes one HDMI 1.4 source and sends it across a Gigabit network, so a source in one room can appear on a wall in another. The node works with centralised controllers, multi-function video centres and decoders, which lets you build a command-centre layout that grows one node at a time.

Because the architecture is decentralised, there is no central server that could fail and stop the whole system. Each node runs independently, so a fault in one node does not stop the rest of the system. This matters in operations rooms where a wall must stay on screen throughout a shift.

Signal quality and the specifications that matter

Input: one HDMI 1.4 port with a loop output, up to 1080p, plus custom resolutions from 1280 × 720 to 1920 × 1200.
Processing: DSP and FPGA dual-engine design, with YUV 444 sampling for finer colour detail.
Network: one 1000 Mbps SFP port and one 1000 Mbps Ethernet port, with hot backup between them.
Audio: 24-bit, 48 kHz dual-channel audio on 3.5 mm input and output jacks.
Control: RS-232, RS-485, IO/IR, relay and USB 2.0 connections.

Compression is selectable. Shallow compression suits a strong network and gives sharper images on the wall, while deep compression keeps playback smooth over a weaker link. Up to two on-screen displays can be set on the input, input image clipping can trim up to 200 pixels from any edge, and six channels can be live-viewed at the same time.

Where it fits in Qatar

Three realistic settings show how the node is used.

Ministry operations room in Msheireb

An operations team wants camera and PC feeds from several sites on one wall. Each source connects to a node in a comms rack, and the team tracks the status of each node on its OLED screen and through the management clients.

Lecture theatre in Education City

A university technology team adds a presenter laptop and a document camera feed to several lecture halls. The 1080p HDMI input and the 3.5 mm audio jacks carry picture and sound to a wall in the foyer or to a monitoring room.

Logistics control centre in the Industrial Area

A logistics operator brings gate camera and NVR feeds from two sites into one operations wall. A single network cable can carry both data and power when the switch supports 802.3at, which reduces the cabling needed at each remote point.

What to plan before ordering

Count your sources and allocate one input node to each.
Check that your switch ports support 802.3at PoE, or plan for the 110 to 240 VAC supply.
Allow rack space: two half-width nodes occupy the width of one rack.
Keep nodes in an air-conditioned space, as the working range tops out at 50 °C.

SmartRooms Qatar offers free site surveys, so we can check rack positions, network paths and cable runs before you commit. Request a quote and we will usually reply within one working day, with delivery to all eight municipalities and professional installation.

Highlights

1080p HDMI 1.4 input with a loop-out port
PoE 802.3at support plus 110 to 240 VAC power input
1 Gigabit SFP and Ethernet ports with hot backup
YUV 444 sampling with 24-bit, 48 kHz audio
Half-width design: two nodes fill one rack width
Working temperature range 0 °C to 50 °C

Estimated timeline

Quotation within 1 working day · delivery timing depends on stock availability, and we confirm it with your quotation.

Specifications

48 specifications · Source: manufacturer · checked Oct 2026

Device Feature4

Device Type: Input node
KVM Function: No
Signal Source Live View: Supported
Dual Device Hot Backup: Supported, customized

Interface12

Optical Interface: 1 channel of 1000 Mbps SFP port
Electrical Interface: 1 channel of 1000 Mbps Ethernet port
USB Interface: 1 × USB 2.0 port
Screen Type: OLED 128 × 64 dot-matrix screen
Other Interfaces: 1 × Console port for debugging
RS-232 Interface: 1 channel, Phoenix terminal
RS-485 Interface: 1 channel, Phoenix terminal
IO/IR IN Interface: 1 channel, Phoenix terminal, customized by software
IO/IR OUT Interface: 1 channel, Phoenix terminal, customized by software
IR POWER Interface: 1 channel, 3.3 V, Phoenix terminal
RELAY Interface: 1 channel, Phoenix terminal
RESET Interface: 1 channel

General10

Working Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C
Working Humidity: 0% to 95%
Indicator: 1 × single double base color light indicator, 1 × optical port indicator, 1 × network port indicator
Net Weight: 1.35 kg (2.98 lb.)
Gross Weight: 1.50 kg (3.31 lb.)
Dimensions (W × H × D): 210 mm × 42 mm × 180 mm ( 8.27 inch × 1.65 inch × 7.09 inch)
Installation Method: Magnetic installation (optional), planar arrangement, rack installation
Packing List: 1 × DS-C80N-01HI, 1 × regulatory compliance and safety information manual, 1 × power cord, 1 × mounting bracket, 1 × connecting bracket
Power Consumption: ≤ 30 W
Power Supply: Power supply: 110 VAC to 240 VAC, 0.7 A POE: 802.3at protocol

Video6

Video Input Interface Type: HDMI 1.4
Video Input Interfaces: 1
Max. Video Input Resolution: 1080p
Image Sampling: YUV 444
Loop Output Interface: 1 channel of HDMI 1.4
Video Input Resolution: 1024 × 768@60 Hz, 1280 × 1024@60 Hz, 1360 × 768@60 Hz, 1440 × 900@60 Hz, 1280 × 960@60 Hz, 1600 × 1200@60 Hz, 1280 × 720p@60 Hz, 1920 × 1080p@60 Hz, 1920 × 1200@60 Hz, custom resolution in the range of 1280 × 720 to 1920 × 1200

Audio7

Audio Input Interfaces: 1
Audio Input Interface Type: 3.5 mm coaxial audio jack
Audio Channel: Dual audio channel
Audio Output Interfaces: 1
Audio Output Interface Type: 3.5 mm coaxial audio jack
Audio Talk: Use the audio input port and audio output port
Audio Sampling Rate: 24 bit, 48 KHz

Video Encoding7

Video Encoding Format: H.265 (default), H.264
Video Encoding Channels: 1
Video Encoding Capability: Sub-stream and main stream encoding; Sub-stream encoding contains: CIF(352 × 288), FCIF(704 × 576), 720p(1280 × 720) Main stream encoding contains: 720p(1280 × 720), XGA(1024 × 768), XVGA(1280 × 960), SXGA(1280 × 1024), WXGA(1360 × 768), WSXGA(1440 × 900), UXGA(1600 × 1200), 1080p(1920 × 1080), 1920 × 1200, custom resolution in the range of 1280 × 720 to 1920 × 1200
Input Logo Overlay: Not supported
Input OSD: Supported, 2 OSDs
Input Image Clipping: Supported, clipping value range at the top, bottom, left and right: 0 to 200 pixels
Live View Channels: 6 simultaneous channels

Audio Encoding2

Audio Encoding Format: G711A, G711U, G722.1, AAC_LC
Audio Encoding Channels: 1

Downloads

6 files from the manufacturer

PDF Datasheets DS-C80N-01HI_Datasheet_20250728.pdf 700 KB PDF Manuals & guides Quick Start Guide_2a347848.pdf 3.7 MB PDF Manuals & guides User Manual_0e8a7d1b.pdf 2.9 MB PDF Brochures Brochure_Commercial-Display-Solutions-for-Command-Centers_20240628.pdf 13.3 MB PNG Drawings & CAD DS-C80N-01HI_04.png 73 KB 0_26 Software & firmware · Opens on manufacturer site Firmware_V1.2.0_260423

Questions about DS-C80N-01HI

What is the Hikvision DS-C80N-01HI used for?

It is a distributed input node for Hikvision video wall systems. It takes one HDMI 1.4 source at up to 1080p and carries it across the network to the wall. It works alongside centralised controllers, multi-function video centres and decoders. It is not a KVM. Control rooms use it to add camera or computer feeds to a display wall.

Does the system need a central server?

No. The system is decentralised, so each node works independently and does not depend on a central server. If one node fails, the rest of the system keeps running. For a control room in Doha with several wall zones, this means a single fault does not blank the entire display. Confirm the final layout with the SmartRooms Qatar team when you request your quotation.

Which input resolutions can the node accept?

The data lists 1024 × 768, 1280 × 1024, 1360 × 768, 1440 × 900, 1280 × 960, 1600 × 1200, 1280 × 720, 1920 × 1080 and 1920 × 1200 at 60 Hz, plus custom resolutions from 1280 × 720 to 1920 × 1200. The maximum input is 1080p. Check your source's output setting against this list before ordering, especially for laptops or players that default to a higher resolution.

Can it take network camera or NVR feeds as well as HDMI?

The data says the node supports access to network signal sources, including network cameras and NVRs. Its physical video input is a single HDMI 1.4 port. Use HDMI for a local PC or presentation source and the network connection for IP cameras behind an NVR. SmartRooms Qatar can confirm the right configuration for your site during planning.

How is the node powered, and what does PoE require?

The node follows the 802.3at PoE standard. It can also run from a separate supply rated 110 to 240 VAC, 0.7 A, and dual power is supported when both sources are connected. Power consumption is 30 W or less. Before installation, confirm that the switch port you plan to use delivers 802.3at power, and keep a mains outlet nearby if you use the external supply.

Will it cope with the heat of a Qatari summer comms room?

The rated working temperature is 0 °C to 50 °C, with humidity from 0% to 95%. Outdoor temperatures in Doha can exceed 45 °C in summer, so mount nodes in an air-conditioned comms room or in a rack with good airflow, not in a sealed cabinet or somewhere exposed to direct sun. Confirm the installation environment during the free site survey.

How does the node fit into a rack?

Each node is half-width, so two nodes sit side by side in the width of one rack. The box includes a mounting bracket and a connecting bracket, and the node supports rack installation, planar placement and optional magnetic mounting. Each node measures 210 × 42 × 180 mm and weighs 1.35 kg, which keeps a shared comms rack compact.

Is it suitable for lecture halls at universities or education campuses?

Yes, for a video wall that shows live presenter sources, for example in a lecture hall or foyer at Education City. The HDMI input accepts a lecturer's laptop at up to 1080p, and the 3.5 mm jacks carry audio in and out. Plan one node for each source, and a network switch to carry traffic between the nodes.

What audio does the node handle?

Audio is sampled at 24 bits and 48 kHz with two channels. The HDMI port can output audio alongside video, and the 3.5 mm input and output jacks let you take sound from a separate source or send it to an amplifier. The data also lists an audio talk function using the input and output jacks together. If the room includes a microphone, define the full audio chain during planning.

Which control interfaces are available for building systems?

The node has RS-232 and RS-485 Phoenix terminals, an IO/IR input and output that can be customised in software, a 3.3 V IR power terminal, a relay terminal, and a USB 2.0 port. The OLED screen shows configuration and status. The data states that central control of lighting, curtains and infrared devices is supported, as well as control of LCD and LED screens.

Is it a KVM switch, and how is it managed remotely?

No. The data states that KVM function is not supported, so it does not let you control a computer's keyboard and mouse. Remote management is available through the control client and the web client, which requires IE8 or Chrome 45 or later, and through a mobile client on Android or iOS. You can remotely import, export and obtain parameters, and retrieve system status and logs.

How do I request a quote for a complete distributed wall with this node?

Send SmartRooms Qatar the number of input and output nodes, the screen sizes and the source types, and we will usually return a quotation within one working day. We offer free site surveys, delivery to all eight municipalities, professional installation, and purchase orders or government tenders. Tell us if you need an LPO so the quote matches your procurement process.