A CCTV DVR system exceeds previous video recording options in many aspects, as its multitude of advanced features enable it to offer a wider range of services. Video searches by date, time, event and camera are just an example of what the advanced technology of a CCTV DVR can do. In addition to this, a CCTV DVR provides enhanced control over frame rate and quality, which allows for the optimization of disk space usage. Furthermore, should the disk space be exceeded, the CCTV DVR can be set to overwrite older footage. This system can also be connected to the Internet or a LAN network so as to allow security footage to be accessed from a remote location using a computer.
When you need to purchase a CCTV system, either for your business or for home use, you have to pay close attention to the kind of CCTV DVR that you choose as part of the kit. We could go as far as saying that the choice of digital video recorder for a security application is more important than that of the camera itself. Of course, there are many choices available when choosing CCTV cameras, but an informed choice of the CCTV DVR is very important. There are many aspects to consider when purchasing a CCTV DVR and what it basically comes down to is making the right choice so as to meet your particular needs and demands while trying to keep the budget as low as possible.
Before making a choice of CCTV DVRs you need to look into some important details such as the resolution and quality that you want, the recording options, footage accessibility, the technical support offered by the supplier and, why not, the price tag that the product comes with.
Basic two types of DVRs:
- Stand Alone DVRs (does not require a PC)
- DVR Cards (require a PC)
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