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Wednesday, September 8, 2010

What is Full D1 Recording Format

Now that the Pro Series, Extreme Series, and Enterprise Series have up to full D1 recording, it is time to define D1 recording. What is D1 Recording??

Full D1 is defined as TV/DVD Video by the National Television Standards Committee (NTSC). Full D1 on every channel is the best that CCTV DVR technoogy offers.

Our High-end DVRs utilize H.264 Compression Technology for 3x longer video storage times and better video quality than the older MPEG and MPEG4 technology of the past. The ENTERPRISE DVR offers 480 Frames per Second D1 Recording and Playback.


D-1 resolution is 720 × 480 for NTSC systems and 720 × 576 for PAL systems; these resolutions come from Rec. 601 and are also used in DVD-Video and Standard-definition television.

Monday, September 6, 2010

H.264 Digital Technology Security Camera Digital Video Recorder with Internet and Cell Phone Viewing

Product Description:

Yes, the new H.264 Technology is well worth the investment. It will enhance your security camera system quality both live and over the internet. Cell Phones are also able to be used to monitor your camera remotely as well. This DVR is a direct replacement for your existing DVR system or use for the backbone of a new security camera system.

The PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder is our top selling DVR. It utilizes the latest and most advanced digital video technologies to provide you with the best CCTV recording experience available.

The PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder offers the highest resolution video quality - up to Full D1. In addition, the PRO SERIES DVR records at 30 frames per second per camera, which is defined as TV/DVD quality by the National Television Standards Committee. The PRO SERIES "Clear View" DVR supports a VGA (Flat LCD PC Monitor) High Display Resolution of 1280*1024.

In addition to monitoring your assets over the internet, now you can now monitor and watch your assets live from your Cell Phone (iPhone, Android, Google Mobile, Windows Mobile, Symbian Supported). Record on Motion, Schedule, 24/7, or a combination. You can also set up Alerts for Email Notification of motion or any other events.

H.264 Technology is one of the best enhancements in Digital Video Recording in the last 10 years. H.264 offers better video quality live and over the internet. Regarded as the new industry standard, H.264 offers 3x longer video storage times that the older MPEG4 and JPEG Technology.

The PRO SERIES "Clear View" DVR comes with built-in DVR Burner, Pre-Installed Hard Drive, CD, and Instruction Manual. It is Networkable with all Windows Based PC's. The PRO SERIES "Crystal Clear" DVR is simple and easy for the novice to set up.

The PRO SERIES "Clear View" DVR comes with a 2 Year Warranty, Free Technical Support, and Money Back Guarantee. Order your PRO SERIES "Crystal Clear" DVR Today!



PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder Details:

Internet, Cell Phone (including iPhone, Android, Windows Mobile, etc) Remote Viewing: Our Top Selling PRO SERIES "Clear View" H.264 Compression High Resolution Digital Video Recorder (DVR) supports Live Internet and Cell Phone Viewing (including iPhone, Android, Google Phone, 3G, Symbian, Windows Mobile). View live and past digital video directly over a high speed Internet Connection or Cell Phone.

High Resolution Display "Clear View" TV Quality: The PRO SERIES "Crystal Clear" DVR allows you to play and record up to Full D1. For television specifications the higest resolution that can be captured and stored is 704 x 480 (NTSC for the United States). This resolution is knows as D1 resolution. ONLY high-end CCTV Digital Video Recorders such as the PRO SERIES "Clear View" DVR is capable of recording up to Full D1 resolution.

The PRO SERIES "Clear View" DVR offers high resolution video - 30 Frames Per Second Per Camera on both Live View and Playback - 30 Frames per Second is TV Quality Video according to NTSC (National Television Standards Committee). The PRO SERIES DVR offers excellent frame rates though the Internet and Cell Phone for a real-time "TV like" viewing experience. The PRO SERIES "Clear View" DVR offers crystal clear, high resolution 1280*1024 VGA Video.

Remotely Viewing Surveillance Video: When it comes to viewing your cameras live and over the internet, there are Flexible Screen Displays to choose from. You may view one camera at a time full screen, all of your cameras on one full screen, or on Auto Sequence Mode, where your the DVR switches from camera to camera.
Use up to 2 monitors or TV's directly into the DVR (Digital Video Recorder). The PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder has both VGA (PC Monitor Connection) and BNC (for TV). Each Monitor can also show different camera(s) if desired. Once you initially set up your Digital Video Recorder and settings, you do not even need a monitor. If you choose, ou can simply view your cameras right on your network, internet, or cell phone.

Networking the Digital Video Recorder: When it comes to viewing your cameras, the PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder is Networkable. In addition to being able to view your cameras from your monitor and over the internet, you may also view video on additional PC's and/or wireless laptops at the home or office on your Local Network. This will provide you the convenience to view your cameras on any of your PC workstations.



"Storing and Saving Surveillance Video is simple and easy. The PRO SERIES "Clear View" DVR is furnished with a built in 320gb Hard Drive. Video can be stored for about 1 month on 24/7 recording, and up to several months if recording on the motion detection function."
Storing and Saving Surveillance Video: The PRO SERIES "Clear View" DVR is furnished with a built in 320gb Hard Drive. Video can be stored for about 1 month on 24/7 recording, and up to several months if recording on the motion detection function. All stored video is saved by time and date. Each camera settings can be individually customized. For example, you may want to record motion on camera #1, record 24/7 on camera #2, or a combination. Each camera can be independently addressed. H.264 Compression Technology enables this DVR to provide up to 3x MORE STORAGE THAN THE OLDER MPEG or MPEG4 DVR's, with better video and performance quality. This enables you to have months of high resolution video than ever before. You can use up to 4 Terabytes of storage with this unit.

Motion Detection Recording and Email Alerts: Sophisticated Motion Detection is one of the most effective and commonly used features. You may set the PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder gives the user the option to record on Motion, Schedule, or 24/7 recording. In addition, the Object Masking function will allow you to block out moving objects or areas that may cause continuous motion, such as a blowing tree. You may also adjust the Motion Sensitivity settings to vary the distance or "sensitivity" of the motion detection. Motion detection mode is the most popular. Motion detection mode allows you to record the most important video, making reviewing video fast, and saving space on your hard drive.

As an added feature, you can program the DVR send you an automatic Email Alerts upon Motion. For example if Motion is detected on Camera #3, the DVR will automatically send you a notification to the email that you provide. This will alert you that an event is being recorded. (For Example: "Motion on Camera 3 at 6:04am".

Reviewing Recorded Surveillance Video: The nice thing about the PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder is the ease of retreiving and reviewing prior surveillance video. Each video is time and date stamped, so using the mouse or remote, you simply click on the month, day of the week, and the time you desire and you may playback and review recorded video. The Motion Detection option also makes the reviewing process simple and easy for you. Cameras that trigger the motion are stored as a series of events. You can simply click onto each event for fast video review. Think how much time that will save you!

Copying and Providing Video Surveillance Evidence: The built-in DVD Burner will allow you to quickly and conveniently save important video to a CD or DVD for authorities. The video can be played on any Windows Based PC. The DVR also comes with a a USB Port, for data to be stored on a flash drive. In addition, with the PRO SERIES DVR, you may back up video remotely from a PC.

Monitoring Multiple Locations: The CMS(Central Monitoring Station) software is included. It enables you to view multiple locations on one screen. For example, if you have 8 Different DVR Camera Systems at various locations you can view up to 64 Cameras on one screen and on IP address on the Internet.

Remote and Mouse for Easy Setup: The simple and easy to use user interface and instruction manual makes it simple for a a "first timer" to set up and use. The PRO SERIES DVR comes with a Remote Control and Mouse which allows you to go through and easily set up and customize your camera settings thru the DVR. The intelligent and easy to use menu gives you ability to customize your display and recording settings on a camera by camera basis. Once you set up your remote viewing, you will also be able to administer and change settings over the internet. You can adjust the brightness, saturation, contrast, motion, and sensitivity of each camera individually.

What is Needed to View Online: You do NOT need a PC at Digital Video Recorders Location - just high speed internet. The PRO SERIES "Clear View" DVR plugs directly into your high speed internet connection (modem or router) with an ethernet cable, just like you would with a PC. A High Speed Internet Service Provider and our Digital Video Recorder is what you need to view your cameras from any high speed internet connection or cell phone (no additional monthly fees). You will Login with your User ID and a Password to your own (Dynamic IP) Address (instructions included). All video is conveniently time, date, and address stamped. Video is also digitally watermarked in order to prevent video evidence tampering.

Thie PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder comes with a 2 Year Warranty, Satisfaction Guarantee, and Free Technical Support.

CCTVSecurityPros PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder Highlights:


PRO SERIES "Clear View" Advanced Digital Video Recorder with Hard Drive Included
Supports Up to Full D1 Recording and Playback Resolution
Supports 2 Sata Hard Drives and up to 4 Terabytes for Long Storage Capacity
DVD Burner, USB, and Email to Save Important Evidence
Remote Internet Viewing and Cell Phone Capabilities including iPhone, Android, Google Phone, Windows CE, and Symbian
Networkable to all Windows PC's at your LAN Location
Motion Detection Recording, 24/7 Recording, and Email Notifications upon Motion
Easy CMS Software to ability "link" several sites to one IP Address for Expandability
Remote Control and Mouse for Easy Set Up
Accepts VGA for PC Monitor and BNC for TV. Use Up to 2 Monitors connected to DVR
Instruction and Internet Viewing Setup Manual
2 Year Warranty, Satisfaction Guaranteed


PRO SERIES "Clear View" Digital Video Recorder Technical Specifications:


Standard H.264 format; CIF and D1 Realtime Display, Realtime Recording
Pentaplex mode: simultanously record, watch live, playback, setup, backup, remote monitor, and mobile phone surveillance - all at same time
Sophisticated Network Functions: remote surveillance, remote playback, remote recording, remote control DVR, remote menu setup, remote recording backup
Various Recording Modes: timer, motion detection, alarm, and digital watermark
Recording Picture quality, Resolution & Recording frame rate configurable
CIF Realtime Recording 30 FPS/Channel; D1 recording 7.5 FPS/Channel
Display Channels : 1, 4, 8, or Auto Sequential Mode
Multi-method searching: Time, Event(Alarm, Motion Detection), File Archives
Supports Internet Explorer Browser and Internet Remote Menu Setup
Supports Dual Stream: recording and network bit rates are adjustable to fit user's bandwidth without affecting recording picture quality and frame rate.
Supports 1 or 8 Channel Simultaneous Playback and Remote Playback via Internet
4x Speed Seamless Playback at 4 Channels Simultaneously
Supports VGA Output, High Display Resolution adjustable up to 1280*1024.
Supports Mobile Live View on iPhone, Android (Google Phone), Windows Mobile and Symbian Smartphone
Supports full mouse control via USB mouse
Supports 2 x Standard SATA Hard Drives up to 4 Terabytes; DVD-RW Burner, USB Backup, or Remote PC backup via Internet
Supports Third Party Software to play recorded files
Supports Multi-level User Management
Supports Central Management System for up to 10 users and 5 Digital Video Recorders in Multiple Locations
Supports Configuration reload, import & export
Supports Pan Tilt Zoom Control with preset and auto-cruise
Supports Alarm, Two-way Audio, and Email Notification
Supports 3 Privacy Masks per Channel


Product Specification
Compress Format Standard H.264 Baseline
Video Output Composite:1.0V p-p/75Ω,BNC x1, SPOT x1, VGA x1

Video Input Composite:1.0V p-p/75Ω,BNC×8

VGA Resolution 1280*1024 / 1024*768 / 800*600

Record Resolution NTSC: 352*240(CIF) / 704*480 (D1)
Display Frame Rate NTSC: 240FPS

Record Frame Rate NTSC: CIF: 240FPS; D1: 60FPS
Audio input -8dB~ 22k, RCA x4

Audio output -8Db~92dB, RCA x1

Alarm input 8CH

Alarm output 1CH

Record Mode Manual / Sensor /Timer / Motion detection
Playback Channels 1, 4, or all 8 CH simultaneously
Video Search Time, Event (Motion Detection or Trigger), File

Remote Monitoring PC OS Support Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7
Compatible Browser Windows base Internet Explorer (IE)

Simultaneous Connections Up to 10
Dual Stream Support individual network stream and DVR recording stream
Mobile Live View Display Mode Live Video, 1 Camera at a Time
Mobile Live View Smartphone Support iPhone, Android, Windows Mobile, or Symbian
Simplex/Duplex/Triplex Pentaplex
Network Interface RJ45 (LAN, INTERNET)

PTZ control YES (RS-485; 128 Presets, 8 Cruise)
Communication interface RS485, USB2.0 x 2(one for backup, another for USB mouse)
Backup Support 2 SATA Hard Drives up to 4TB (not included), USB Backup, and Remote PC backup
Remote controller YES
USB Mouse YES
Power supply DC 12V, 4A

Understanding Security Camera Systems

Protect yourself and your assets by installing a Security Camera System. If you can run a cable from each Security Camera to a Digital Video Recorder, than you can install your own Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) System. If you do it yourself instead of outsourcing, you will save thousands of dollars. Today's technology has made it simple and easy for virtually anyone to take advantage of 24/7 surveillance monitoring.

Security Camera Systems come at a reasonable price and can enhance your security both in the home and business. Some insurance companies even give you a discount for employing a CCTV System. We all can afford to protect against vandalism, theft, slips and falls, and enhance overall employee performance with the use of a Professional Video Surveillance System. The Internet and Cell Phone enables us to view our assets on the Internet at ANY time.Digital Video RecorderThe DVR (Digital Video Recorder) is what records the video cameras. The surveillance video is stored on the DVR's Hard Drive. H.264 Compression Technology is the new industry standard. The New H.264 Compression DVR stores 3x more video than the older MPEG and MPEG4 Compression DVR's. H.264 DVR's will enable higher video quality both live and when viewing over the internet.All of our DVRs have remote internet viewing from any high speed internet connection in the world as well as mobile phone viewing such as the iPhone, or any phone with the 3G Network, Symbian, and Windows Mobile.Remote viewing is free. There are NO montly fees. Simply enter in your dynamic IP address (a free web address) to access your cameras. Type in your user name and password, and you can view, review, and administer your DVR and your cameras. Dynamic IP addresses are free, so there are no extra monthly fees - all you need is a Standard High Speed Internet Connection. Multiple people can view the cameras remotely at the same time.Our digital video recorders have sophisticated motion detection with object masking, making it easy for you to review the most important events on each camera. If you choose, you can set up your DVRs to record on motion, to prolong the storage of the video on the hard drive. You can record your cameras 24/7, on Motion, or on a specific schedule. All video channels can be independently addressed - such as Camera #1 Lobby, #2 Office, #3 Hallway - choose any name you want for each camera .Video is time and date stamped and video is digitally watermarked to prevent video and/or evidence tampering.When purchasing a DVR, be sure you pick one with H.264 Compression (all of our DVRs have this new technology). Also, it is important to have a good amount of video storage (ex. 320 gigabyte Hard Drive, 500 gigabyte Hard Drive, 1 Terabyte Hard Drive. Generally speaking, the longer video storage, the better. With H.264 compression digital video recorders, you will notice large hard drives are included for plenty of storage time. H.264 Compression will provide you with 3x more video storage than ever before. And don't worry, after the hard drive is filled with video, the DVR simply loops around and starts from the beginning.When it comes to saving, downloading, and burning video evidence, there are 3 ways to do it. All of our DVRs have a USB to burn video to a USB flash drive. Some of our DVRs include a built in DVD R/W (Burner). You can email video as an AVI file as well. All of our DVRs are Networkable with your Windows Based PC's in the home or office. What this means to you is that you can view your camera system conveniently from multiple workstations both locally and over the internet and cell.Make sure your DVR is in a safe place or locked area as you do not want the DVR to be stolen. Remember, this stores your video, so use your imagination to find a very safe place. Some of our customers put it in a lock box, a secured office or closet, and even in attics.Connecting the systemUse pre-cut cable or spools of 500 or 1000 foot Combination Video / Power Cable. All CCTV Security Cameras need both power and video (2 in one cable). Run just one cable from the DVR to each camera. You can run each camera's cable up to 800 feet without any video loss. Simply connect the video cable to the DVR (it says BNC), and plug the power into the power supply. Our cable consists of one video cable and power cable in one. It is referred to as RG-59 Siamese Coax Cable.Designate one location for your DVR and Monitor to be stationed and be sure you have enough wire to connect the DVR to the camera (leave some slack).If you purchased a pre-made RG59 cable with the BNC connections already attached to the line, then at this point you would connect it to the DVR. If you purchased a bulk roll of RG59 Siamese Coax Cable, we will automatically supply the BNC connections free of charge. You may use twist-ons (most commonly used), or crimp on connections.Get poweredNote that there are two alternatives:
You can run each power line separately into an outlet (using pig tails, which is supplied) and an AC Adapter (automatically supplied when you choose a camera and cable).
When using multiple cameras, you will receive a multiple output central power supply box. Simply screw in the positive and negative thin 18/2 thin power wire (black and red) into the power supply one camera at a time. It makes the installation very clean as the multiple output power supply has only one power line which goes directly to your power outlet. Wait until you hook up the camera before turning on the power.
Plug it in. Now that you have your video and power lines connected all you need to do is plug in the DVR and attach a Monitor to the DVR after the install and connection of the cameras to the system.CamerasConnect the power/video Siamese coax cables to the camera.Each camera takes power and video. Simply plug in both sides of the Siamese coax cable (the power and video) to the cameras. You are able to mix and match any cameras desired for your application. Our cameras utilize the Sony Super HAD CCD, this should provide superior video quality. Our Sony Super HAD high resolution cameras include: Infrared Day/Night (our most popular camera is color during the day, black and white and infrared viewing in complete darkness)
Dome Security Cameras (a favorite for indoor applications in both business and homes)
Bullet Security Cameras (size of a finger "thus called bullet")
Box Security Cameras (you see it in banks a lot due to the high video quality)
PTZ Security Camera (Controllable Pan Tilt Zoom Cameras such as the airport) These cameras are more expensive generally speaking.
Hidden Cameras (smoke detector, motion sensor, clocks)
Some cameras can be used outdoor, indoor, or both. This will be specified on the product. Never use an indoor camera outdoor or there will eventually be video issues.Monitor(s)Consider how many you need. You may use up to 2 monitors with all of our DVRs. One can be a TV or standard RCA monitor (BNC and RCA are compatible with our connections). All our DVRs have VGA capability, meaning you can use a PC LCD monitor if you wish - we even carry VGA extension cords if you wish to place the monitor as far as 100 feet away. Also, each monitor can show the same, or different channels of video. For example, you may choose to view all your cameras at one time, but only allow employees and customers to see certain cameras. If you do not wish to attach a monitor to a DVR, that is okay. It will still record, you can still view remotely, and you can still view on your computer network.High speed internet connection (optional)If you choose to view your cameras on the internet all you need is high speed internet access at the DVR's location - hard wire preferred. Simply plug in the DVR just like you plug in a PC to the modem or router. You will use a dynamic IP address (which is free) to view your cameras remotely.Type in your own web address (the direction manual should show how).Enter in your user ID and Password, and you are viewing your cameras from anywhere in the world. You can view live cameras, review old video, and do most, if not all the tasks that you can perform directly with the DVR.TipsAll of the cameras vary and offer outdoor, indoor, or infrared capabilities. This will be explained to you when looking at different cameras. We will choose the cameras according to your application. Infrared Weatherproof Bullet Cameras are most popular for outdoor, and dome cameras are popular for indoor applications.
Ask about the most popular cameras, with high ratings from customers and installers. Always prefer high resolution cameras that you can expect to have superior quality to many other cameras on the market. Sony Super HAD CCD Cameras with 480 lines or more (called high resolution compared to normal resolution 380 and 420 lines cameras are good value. We now have super high resolution cameras with over 500 lines of resolution.
Security Camera TypesInfrared (IR) Security Cameras are definitely our most popular type of camera for both business and home. Infrared Cameras produce high resolution color video during the day. In low lux (light) or no light conditions they are the preferred camera type. They are able to “illuminate the area” by automatically switching from color to black and white. The infrared illuminators turn on and allow you to see much cleared that the human eye in both low light and no light. Whether being used indoor or outdoor, they provide a huge advantage in low light or no light situations. Outdoor Infrared and Dome cameras offer a cost effective solution as they can be weatherproof and can withstand hot and cold temperatures without any additional camera housing needed. Indoor infrared cameras offer a clear video image in the light and in the dark. Two different styles of infrared cameras are available – Infrared Bullet and Infrared Domes.Dome Cameras are one of the most popular indoor cameras that we recommend in businesses and homes. The different styles of domes include infrared domes, indoor domes, outdoor domes, vandal proof domes, and Pan Tilt Zoom controllable domes. Some of our customers like the way domes look astetically in their business and home. Classic “smoked” dome cameras offer an additional degree of surveillance as friends, customers, employees, and burglars have a difficult time seeing where the lens is actually pointing. The smoked cover does not affect picture quality. Expect a clear color high resolution picture with the dome camera. Most Pan Tilt Zoom Cameras are in a dome type housing as well.Professional “box type” cameras are used both indoor and outdoor with a camera housing. Pro box cameras are known for their high video quality. Many times you will see Pro Box Cameras in banks, supermarkets, convenience stores, etc. Lenses can be changed on the pro box camera based on the viewing angle and zoom that is required. Some Pro Box Cameras are called Day / Night Cameras as they can switch from color during the day to black and white in the evening or in low lux (light conditions). The lower the lux, the better the camera can see in complete darkness. Infrared cameras are considered Night Vision cameras and have a 0 Lux rating. Some of our customers prefer a box camera if they do not need or want infrared and are more concerned with quality daytime video.Pan Tilt Zoom Cameras are cameras that can be controlled through the DVR, the remote viewing software, and/or a joystick. They can go up, down, left, and right. They also have zoom capability. For example, you can capture a license plate or zoom in on a face from far away. You can also program them to do preset tours where you can have them monitor certain areas while you are away. Airports, casinos, large department stores such as Target or Walmart are examples of places that use PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom Cameras). Pan Tilt Zoom cameras are expensive, starting at $500 and up. The question is, “do you NEED a Pan Tilt Zoom camera”, or can you use fixed cameras to get the desired solution. Pan Tilt Zoom controllable cameras require one additional cable for operation. A CAT5 Cable is needed in addition to the Power/Video RG-59 Siamese Coax Cable in order to control it live and over the internet. Simply run a CAT5 cable next to the RG-59 to control your Pan Tilt Zoom Camera.Hidden Cameras offer perhaps the highest degree of surveillance. If you do not want someone to know that there is a camera, use a hidden camera. Fake smoke detectors, motion detectors, clocks, sprinklers, EXIT signs are examples of the type of hidden cameras that are used. The main disadvantage is the hidden cameras do not have infrared capabilities which limits its performance in low light. In addition, many hidden cameras are not weatherproof, so they take a back seat to infrared bullet and dome cameras when being used outdoor. Pharmacy’s, hallways of hotels, assisted living facilities, and homes are examples of some of the applications in which hidden cameras are used.Wired vs. Wireless Cameras – Wired cameras offer a larger selection of cameras and more importantly – much better video quality than wireless cameras. Wireless cameras can somewhat be misleading as they need to be powered at the camera location. In addition, they require a line of sight with no obstacles which often pose an issue. Reliability and video quality are the main reasons that you should use WIRED Cameras. Wired Cameras are powered back at the DVR location and only a single cable (RG-59 Siamese Coax Power/Video in One) needs to be run from the DVR to each individual camera. You can run cameras up to 800 feet away with this particular cable. If going over 800 feet you will need to use CAT5 cable with video baluns and/or amplifier. Expect a much longer lifespan and much higher quality with wired cameras. Obstacles are not an issue with wired cameras. With that in mind, occasionally you may have a location of two that absolutely need it. In that case, you can plug the transmitter to the back of the DVR.