Not legally or safely. Hikvision uses RSA-2048 signature verification on all digicap.dav files. Modifying even one byte breaks the signature. The DVR will reject it with "File tampered."
Before touching firmware files, you must understand the device.
This 32-channel DVR is ideal for large-scale residential or commercial properties looking to bridge the gap between legacy analog cameras and modern IP tech. It stands out for its high channel count (up to 40 cameras total) and efficient storage management via H.265 Pro+ compression. Key Performance Highlights Massive Camera Support
The DS-7232HQHI-K2 comes in a few regional variants (e.g., EU, UK, CN). Do not cross-flash. Installing the wrong region’s firmware can brick the unit.