Hikvision Unveils HikCentral Lite V1.1.2: Revolutionizing SMB Security with All-in-One Simplicity and Scalability

Hikvision, a global leader in security products and solutions, has announced the launch of its HikCentral Lite (HCL) V1.1.2 all-in-one units. Designed to meet the evolving demands of small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and the integrators who serve them, these new units promise streamlined deployment, expanded free channels, and a unified software foundation for robust, everyday security.

“Our newly upgraded platform redefines SMB security by eliminating the initial software cost, giving integrators an enterprise-grade solution at competitive prices they can deploy quickly,” stated John Xiao, Vice President of Marketing at Hikvision USA. “This new release is entirely focused on driving speed and performance for our partners and end-users, ensuring predictable costs and pain-free scaling.”

Ready-to-Deploy, High-Performance Hardware

The HCL V1.1.2 units, available in LiteVMS RM, G7, and B1U models, arrive preconfigured, offering integrators a consistent and ready-to-deploy system across various sites. Each unit boasts an Intel i7 processor, an integrated managed PoE+ switch, hot-swappable drive bays, TPM 2.0 hardware protection, and flexible storage options ranging from 20 TB to a massive 80 TB. This finely tuned hardware architecture is engineered to significantly reduce installation time and minimize service calls, providing a stable and predictable foundation for every security project.

Enhanced Features and Capabilities

HCL V1.1.2 not only expands its offering of free included channels but also introduces powerful built-in capabilities designed to enhance operational efficiency:

• Unified video and access control accessible through a single, intuitive interface.
• High-capacity live view and multi-channel playback for comprehensive monitoring.
• Advanced people counting and scene analytics for deeper insights.
• Intelligent person and vehicle classification for improved threat detection.
• Smart VCA search capabilities to streamline investigations and save valuable time.
• Mobile app access, providing remote visibility and control from anywhere.

Seamless Integration and Future-Proof Scaling

For organizations prioritizing rapid search workflows, HCL V1.1.2 integrates effortlessly with AcuSeek NVRs. This powerful combination enables natural-language video search and on-device retrieval, further enhanced by AcuSearch’s precision filtering. Together, these tools offer a clear upgrade path as business needs expand, all while maintaining the familiar and user-friendly HCL platform.

Licensing for the new units has been simplified through Hikvision’s streamlined request workflow for integrators. Furthermore, a direct purchase portal is available for end-users seeking quick and frictionless expansion of their security systems.