Overview
The Ubiquiti UNVR-INSTANT-US is a compact UniFi Network Video Recorder designed for video surveillance and access-control deployments. It combines UniFi Protect recording with an integrated six-port Gigabit PoE switch, HDMI Viewport output, and a 3.5-inch drive bay.
Video Recording and Storage
The recorder supports one 3.5-inch HDD and can manage up to 15 HD cameras, 8 2K cameras, or 6 4K cameras. It also supports up to six simultaneous 4K Viewport streams. Ubiquiti specifies data protection and Vantage Point support for the platform.
Networking and PoE
The UNVR-INSTANT-US provides one Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 uplink and six Gigabit PoE RJ45 downlink ports. The integrated PoE switch provides a total 40W budget, with up to 15.4W available per port and a 44–57V PoE voltage range.
Management and Display
The device is managed through UniFi Protect and supports Ethernet and Bluetooth management. A built-in 1.14-inch screen provides local device information, while the HDMI port provides Viewport functionality for compatible surveillance displays.
Key Features
- One 3.5-inch HDD storage bay
- Six Gigabit PoE RJ45 downlink ports
- One Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 uplink
- Integrated HDMI Viewport output
- Supports up to six 4K cameras or 15 HD cameras
Applications
The UNVR-INSTANT-US is suited to compact UniFi Protect surveillance installations where recording, camera connectivity, PoE delivery, and local video display are required in a single desktop-class appliance.
DC Supplies Product Note
The integrated six-port PoE switch can directly power compatible cameras, reducing the need for a separate PoE switch in smaller deployments. The recorder still requires an upstream connection to a gateway or Layer 3 switch for network operation.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Ubiquiti |
| Part Number / MPN | UNVR-INSTANT-US |
| Product Type | Network Video Recorder |
| Series | UniFi Network Video Recorder Instant |
| Storage Bay | 1 × 3.5-inch drive bay |
| Managed Cameras | 15 HD / 8 2K / 6 4K |
| Simultaneous Viewport Streams | 6 × 4K cameras |
| Uplink | 1 × Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 |
| PoE Downlinks | 6 × Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 |
| PoE Budget | 40W total |
| Maximum PoE per Port | 15.4W |
| PoE Voltage Range | 44–57V |
| Video Output | 1 × HDMI Viewport |
| Processor | Quad-core ARM Cortex-A55, 1.7 GHz |
| Memory | 4 GB |
| Management | Ethernet, Bluetooth |
| Display | 1.14-inch screen |
| Power Input | 100–240V AC, 50/60 Hz, 1.5A maximum |
| Power Supply | Internal 60W AC/DC |
| Maximum Power Consumption | 9W, excluding PoE output and HDD consumption |
| Maximum Drive Power | 11W |
| Form Factor | Compact Desktop |
| Mounting | Wall, DIN rail mount included |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5–95% noncondensing |
| Enclosure Material | Polycarbonate |
| NDAA Compliant | Yes |
| Certifications | FCC, IC, CE, Electrical Safety |
FAQs
How many cameras can the UNVR-INSTANT-US manage?
Ubiquiti specifies support for up to 15 HD cameras, 8 2K cameras, or 6 4K cameras.
How many hard drives can it hold?
The recorder has one 3.5-inch drive bay.
Does the UNVR-INSTANT-US have built-in PoE?
Yes. It has six Gigabit PoE RJ45 downlink ports with a combined 40W PoE budget.
Does it support HDMI video output?
Yes. It includes an HDMI port for UniFi Viewport functionality.
Can it be wall or DIN-rail mounted?
Yes. Ubiquiti specifies wall and DIN-rail mounting, with the DIN-rail mount included.
Does it require an external PoE switch?
Not necessarily for compatible cameras connected directly to its six integrated PoE ports. Ubiquiti notes that the recorder requires connection to a gateway or Layer 3 switch for network operation.
