As technology changes along with the price for IP based solutions, is our reliance on the DVR decreasing? As we look to the future, it is estimated by some that in the next three years IP based video storage will near the 6 Billion dollar mark, which could mean the need for the DVR could [...]
When a customer inquires about a high definition or megapixel security camera you must be able to define the difference and provide the best possible solutions for each application. What is HD? What are megapixels? Let’s start with the basics. SD (standard definition) consists of 704 pixels with 480 lines of resolution and is the [...]
Greg, one of our technicians, compiled this quick-reference Pros & Cons guide for AVerMedia & GeoVision. These are opinions, based around several years of experience with both manufacturers, and are open for discussion. It is also not a GeoVision vs. AVerMedia war, only observations of both systems. GeoVision Pros: Major remote capabilities Enhanced Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) [...]
I saw Jon’s post on Analog vs. Digital resolution and thought that one of our training videos that explains the different video connections used in CCTV would be good supplementary material. If anyone has ever wondered what the differences are between BNC, RCA, VGA & RJ45 connectors, this video should help to clarify by explaining [...]
One of the most confusing and difficult topics in the CCTV world is resolution. Most of us have digital cameras or video camcorders and have heard the term megapixel used as the most common comparison in resolution between various makes and models. We are also aware that a larger number means better picture quality, but [...]
I get calls on a daily basis asking which I prefer, PC based or Standalone DVRs. In most cases I would have to say PC based systems. Don’t get me wrong, the standalone units are great for small budgets, but when you need to retrieve the data from one or expand your system… Standalone DVR [...]
There are several clear differences between the GeoVision and AVerMedia central monitoring software suites. Here are a few key points that will hopefully help you decide which system you would like to utilize for your next surveillance installation. GeoVision Central Monitoring Station From the standpoint of an experienced technician, it feels like more thought has [...]
When you think of a Digital Video Recorder (DVR), the first thing that comes to mind is more than likely the TiVo sitting on a shelf near your TV. However, a DVR doesn’t just record television shows. Specific types of CCTV DVRs can be used to record the video (and audio) that your surveillance cameras [...]
