A
clearer understanding of features that are available will help you to make
equipment and software selections for the system. Be sure to see information
about designing the
best system, and keeping
costs down, and using the system to control operational
costs for important design concerns. The list below includes the
names of Features, a brief description, and a link to more information.
Feature
|
Description
|
|
Feature
|
Description
|
| Total
Images Per Second |
Represents the Speed of the
Processor capturing images. Image resolution affects actual performance,
storage capacity and backup frequency. |
|
Integration
with Intrusion System |
Trigger automated cameras
and monitor system status from a central monitoring station. |
| Resolution
Supported |
Represents how clear images
can be. Affects storage capacity and backup frequency |
|
Integration
with Access Control |
Log and react to forced
doors, access granted and denied. |
| Video
Inputs |
Direct Camera connections to the
DVR. |
|
Integration
With Emergency Alarms |
Activate cameras over cash
registers and exits when employees press panic buttons. |
| Alarm
Outputs |
Use for controlling remote
devices or triggering alarm inputs on other integrated systems. |
|
Point
of Sale Integration |
Collect, log, and store
information from cash registers and ATM machines. |
| Alarm
Inputs |
Receive alarm triggers from
remote devices like relays, door sensors, panic buttons, etc. |
|
SNTP
Synchronization |
Provides a way to
synchronize the date and time of all DVRs in the network. |
| Internal
Modem |
Use a dial-up PC to call the
DVR for remote administration and operation. |
|
HDD System
|
Provides alarms to system
operators in the unlikely event of system failures. |
| Network
Connection |
Use a network connected PC
to connect with the DVR for faster operation across a network. |
|
Spot
Monitor Outputs |
Allows additional monitor to
be reserved for viewing a specific area. |
| Serial
Ports |
Receive logged events from
external devices like security systems, cash registers, and ATM machines. |
|
Public
Display
|
Provides a monitor for
viewing by the public. Used as a deterrent. |
| Removable Media |
Store, distribute, and share
video clips stored by the system. |
|
System
Monitor Output |
Reserves a monitor for
viewing recorded history and for the operator to interact with the system. |
| Internal
Hard Disk Drive |
Store video for future
review. |
|
Parallel
Printer Output |
Allows for the connection of
a parallel printer for logging system events. |
| Audio
Channels |
Allow two-way voice
communication with distant camera positions. |
|
Video
Motion Detection |
Motion captured in view
field triggers DVR to take pre-selected actions. |
