Ours |
Others |
Stable embedded
LINUX-based operating systems much more reliable than comparable Windows-based
units |
Many operate
on MS Windows -- known for crashing often, software conflicts, etc. |
Superior frame
speed recording (not just "display" speed) -- we even stock
DVR recorders capable of recording sixteen simultaneous cameras plus
sixteen microphones in seamless real time |
Usually low frame
speed recording has a drag on playback, plus important video evidence
can be lost between frames |
Superior, high
quality video motion detection software captures only the video you
need without bulky and expensive external PIR motion sensors |
Often older motion
detection software can be inconsistent and is typically not as dynamic
to configure as our newer professional systems |
Specs listed
in frames per second, not "fields per second" |
BEWARE: Many
distributors advertise only advertise "display rate" or
some intend FPS or IPS to mean "fields per second" or "images
per second." However, there are two fields / images per one frame
of video! |
Remote internet
viewing and network opertion are available on many units with built-in
ethernet (*may require router and some prior networking experience) |
No built-in ethernet
card or modem makes internet viewing functions impossible or at very
least a major hassle |
Dedicated standalone
DVR units outperform every DVR card installed in a home PC because
of Windows failures and the huge demand video recording places on
the computer's internal processing components -- plus, no loss of
your normal computer operations |
Sometimes DVR
cards meant to be installed into your PC are advertised as a whole
"DVR system" |
Our
realtime DVR models have a standard CD burner, and DVD burner is an
available option |
DVR systems with
limited backup options |
All models come
standard with a high capacity 7200 RPM hard disk drive with 8 MB buffer
from a trusted brand name like Seagate, Western Digital, or Maxtor |
Low capacity,
low quality generic hard disk storage space |
Many models include
free wireless remote control |
Accessing crucial
feature menus may require going to the DVR unit each time you wish
to make a change in its configuration |
All necessary
power supplies, as well as plug and play adapters, are included FREE
for the simplest and fastest installation and setup |
Hidden charges
often exist of rpower supplies, accessories, or adapters which are
necessary to get started (up to $50+) |
Most models handle
PAL format video, and can even use 220 ~ 240v AC power for worldwide
use (*though special plug adapters or transformers may still be required) |
NTSC-only units
or those which can only handle 110v AC voltage are limited to use
in North America |