H.264 digital video recorders

DR-N4
Digital video recorder with 4 video inputs + 1 audio input (Hard Disk not included)

DR-N16
Digital video recorder with 16 video inputs + 4 audio input (Hard Disk not included)

 


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DR-N4
4 video channels + 1 audio


DR-N16
16 video channels + 4 audio

 

   H.264 compression
  Hexaplex
  Mouse control
  Motion detection
  Ethernet port
  USB port for backup
  IE browser access
  PDA/mobile phone access
  Speed-dome control
  Alarm inputs/outputs
 
BNC+VGA output
 
12VDC power supply
  High value for money

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Audio/Video connections
From left to right: 4 video inputs to connect to cameras, 1 MAIN video output for monitors, 1 CALL video output to display alarmed cameras, 1 audio input/output.

 



Auxiliary connections
From left to right: 1 USB port for external backup devices (HDD, USB pen drive, DVD burner etc.) Terminal board with: 4 alarm inputs, 2 alarm output and RS485 port for controlling speed-dome camera, Ethernet port for LAN/Internet, PS2 mouse port.

 

Remote access via IE browser
Up to 5 PC at the same time can connect to the DR-N4 using Internet Explorer via LAN or Internet.

 

Central Monitoring Software
Free CMS software to control many DR-N4 DVR's from a single PC.

 

IR remote control
Included

 


iPHONE/PDA Control
Your IP cameras ready to be monitored on your advanced mobile device




2.5/3G MOBILE PHONE Control
Your IP cameras follow you everywhere on your mobile phone

 

 

 

Video surveillance systems are only really effective if teamed with an efficient recording system.
Sometime anyway, buying a latest generation H264 DVR can be very expansive and those who cannot afford it prefer not to buy it or choose a cheaper MJPEG DVR.
DR-N4 and DR-N16 are high performance H264 digital video recorders, specifically designed for small-medium systems, which require high value for money.
All the high-tech features of high-end DVR's, like H.264 video compression, powerful networking, speed dome control etc. are built-in a low-cost, essential hardware which is the best choice for any small-medium size CCTV system.

Why choose this DVR?

POWERFUL BUT COST EFFECTIVE
DR range is the ideal choice for small systems up to 16 cameras because provides all features of high-end DVR's at a reasonable price.
EASY TO USE
You can install your new DR, or replace your old VCR in a matter of minutes, connecting up to 16 cameras without the need of Multiplexer or Quad.
PLAY, STOP, REC ... the commands are simple and the mouse control makes this DVR very
easy and convenient to manage.

Main characteristics

H.264 compression format
DR-N video recorders are based on H.264 compression format, which is today the most efficient algorithm available for surveillance recording. Compared with traditional MJPEG and MPEG4 technologies, with the H.264 compression the video files are smaller and the storing capacity of the DVR is much larger.
Besides, the video streaming over local network or Internet needs less bandwidth, providing better image quality and frame rate when accessing the DVR from a remote site.
The other great advantage of the H.264 compression is that small size files are obtained without significant reduction of the image quality.
DR-N4 and DR-N16 are the first low-cost DVR using the H-264 technology, normally available on high-end DVR's like the D-Vision range.

Hard disk recording
In order to guarantee maximum flexibility of usage, DR-N video recorders are supplied without hard disk.
One
SATA Hard Drive of any brand and capacity can be installed, in order to tailor recording capacity to your real needs.
Compression can also be adjusted to match your storage requirements. As a reference 1TB HDD contains D1
videos from 16 cameras for about 7 days at maximum quality and about 160 days at maximum compression.
DR-N16 accept up to 2 Hard Drives, one inside the unit and the other one in an HDD tray on the front panel.

High resolution
DR-N video recorders capture high resolution, Full D1 videos (720x576 pixels), ensuring clear full screen images.
The maximum frame rate in Full
D1 is a total of 25 frame/sec (DR-N4)and 50 frame/sec (DR-N16).

Mouse, Keyboard and IR control
All features of the DR-N video recorders can be controlled using the front panel keys, the infrared remote control or a convenient PC style mouse.
When using the mouse control option, the mouse arrow appears on the screen and the DVR can be fully programmed and controlled without any other command, as it was a PC-based unit (see D-Vision PC boards).

Advanced networking features
DR videorecorders can be connected to a LAN or to the Internet via the Ethernet port. Real-time video streaming, archive search, speed dome camera controls, outputs activation as well as full DVR setting can be performed from a remote PC just using your Internet Explorer browser.
In addition, a free Central Monitoring Station (CMS) software is included.

Access via Mobile phones, PDA, iPhone
It is also possible to access the DVR from the Internet just using a PDA, 2/3.5G mobile phone or iPhone. Watching your cameras from anywhere in the world is as easy as making a phone call. Just digit your IP address, log-in with your password and enjoy clear full screen video and even quad view.

Free Central Monitoring Software
For those who need to control several DR-N from a central monitoring PC, a power software package (HEM) is provided with the DVR.
This software is able to connect to all DVR's simultaneously and show cameras and controls on graphics maps.
Using a simple configuration tool, the user can create his own customized multi-level maps importing image files or drawings. Cameras can be inserted in the maps, displaying live video or recorded files. Several kind of indicating and control icons are also available.

Easy back-up by USB port
Unlike most low-cost DVR's, DR videorecorders come with an USB port and built-in drivers for plug and play control of USB Hard Disks, Pen Drives and DVD burners.
The movie files (.H264) can be saved on external devices just pressing a button. A free player is provided for playing the videos and exporting to AVI format.

Hexaplex operation
For maximum security the DVR never stops recording. Surveillance is still operating even in case of managing Display options, Recording, Playing archived videos, Networking, Video back-up and DVR setting.

Speed-dome control
These DVR come with an RS485 port that can be used to control Speed Dome cameras. You can take control of your speed dome from the front keypad, the remote control and even from a remote PC.

The connections

4/16 VIDEO INPUTS – Up to 4 (DR-N4) or 16 (DR-N16)cameras can be directly connected to the BNC connectors on the device, without using quad-splitters or multiplexers.
1/4 AUDIO INPUT – To connect a camera audio output or a microphone (DR-N4: 1 input, DR-N16: 4 inputs)
2
ANALOG MONITOR OUTPUTS – 2 BNC video outputs (MAIN-CALL) to connect directly to a CCTV monitor or normal TV set. The CALL video output features automatic pop-up of the cameras alarmed by motion detection or alarm inputs.
VGA MONITOR OUTPUT –
To connect a PC monitor
4/16 ALARM INPUTS to connect burglar alarm detectors which can activate recording in the event of an intrusion.(DR-N4: 4 inputs, DR-N16: 16 inputs)
2/4 ALARM OUTPUTS to activate external devices (eg siren, lights etc.) when an alarm is activated (DR-N4: 2 outputs, DR-N16: 4 outputs).
RS485 SERIAL PORT to connect PTZ speed dome cameras (Pelco-D protocol).
ETHERNET PORT RJ45 port for connecting a PC or a LAN
INFRARED REMOTE CONTROL included
MOUSE PORT for standard PS2 mouse (included)
1/2 SATA HARD DISK – of any size and brand - not included. (DR-N4 max.1 HDD, DR-N16 max.2 HDD)
12VDC POWER SUPPLY - 220VAC/12VDC power adaptor supplied. The device can be battery-powered and is suitable for use on board vehicles.

The main functions

FULL SCREEN VIEWING, QUAD, SEQUENTIAL SCAN – Great viewing flexibility for the cameras, and as easy to operate as a normal quad.
CAMERA TITLE, DATE AND TIME DISPLAYED – Can be programmed for each individual camera.
SLOW MOTION AND FAST PLAYBACK. Slow motion, Frame-by-frame viewing, Fast forward up
RECORDING – CONTINUOUS, SCHEDULED OR ALARM-TRIGGERED – You can record at set time/dates or only when triggered by an alarm event generated by external sensors or the motion detection system. Once the whole capacity of the Hard Disk is used, the DVR can automatically overwrite the oldest files recorded.
MOTION DETECTION – The motion analysis function automatically starts recording when the image changes because an intrusion occurs.
PRE-RECORDING TIME – Even when recording on an alarm-motion base, the period of time right before the event can be stored.
E-MAILING – Each technical/alarm event can generate up to 5 warning e-mails to programmable addresses.
CONTROL OF PTZ SPEED DOME CAMERAS – Connection via RS485 using PELCO-D protocol. PTZ can be controlled by the user via the front keyboard, the mouse or the remote software. Camera preset can be called in case of any event.
PASSWORD PROTECTED – Max 18 user name/password. 3 access levels (Administrator, Supervisor, Normal user).
DHCP, DDNS. PPPoE – DR-N4 supports both Fixed IP and DHCP networks. Most popular DDNS services can be managed in order to access the systems which cannot get a static IP address over the Internet. DR-N4 supports PPPoE, so ADSL modems can be connected stright to the DVR ethernet port.
EASY BACK-UP – HDD's, Pen Drives and DVD burners can be connected to the USB port. DR-N4 automatically connect to the external device and provides all means for saving the movie files in a matter of minutes.
MULTI-POINT ACCESS FROM REMOTE PC – Up to 5 users can connect simultaneously to one DR-N4 using IE browser, CMS software or PDA/cellular phone. Simply using the web browser, without the need of any special piece of software, the user can get real-time display of all cameras, search among recorded videos, control speed dome cameras and change system settings.
UP/DOWNLOADING – For the convenience of the installers the whole programming can be up/downloaded by PC.

Further information

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