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What Are A DVR Security Camera Systems?

PC based systems

There are innumerable PC based DVR Security Camera Systems that are available in the market. It’s important to check out the configurations and the add ons that are available before installing the system. The Pc should be ale to serve all your computing needs including the security needs. There are various DVR boards that are offered that provide 4, 6, 8, 16, 32 channels per server. The computer and the system that is provided should have a standard warranty by the manufacturer too.

The DVR systems should be such that they can be customized for the needs of the customer. This means that the specific memory, hard drives, CPU and monitors can be upgraded if required at a later date and don’t need to be bought from the scratch.

The requirements for the computer are as follows. These are just the base criteria. Of course if the customer can get options, then they must do so.

  • Intel Pentium 4 Processor
  • Operating system should be Windows XP Pro Standard or a suitable operating system
  • Flat LCD Panel for viewing. 17” monitors are de rigueur
  • RAM is 1 GB and 160GB Hard Disk. Additional hard disks are also available. The price of the system will increase in case the second option is executed. With more hard disk space, the prices will increase accordingly. Usually for home DVR Security Camera Systems, 160GB Hard disks are great.
  • Audio surveillance kits may be available as a standard feature or may be available as additional feature.
  • Graphics video card (128MB) can be installed. However the higher video cards such as 256MB and 512MB may cost extra.
  • RAM memory can also be increased and costs extra
  • PC Power battery backup may be provided by some companies or may be charged by some companies.
  • Systems can cost from $1000 dollars to more than $3000 depending on the camera setup required by the user.


Wireless based systems

The wireless DVR Security Camera Systems are also available in the market with a number of camera configurations. It’s possible to monitor in the camera in real time while you are away to your PC, TV or over the internet. The broadcasting is done through wireless. What’s more you can get full 240 degree robotic pan and tilt views. These systems even work through fire walls. No DVR cards are required.

The cameras can be switched on instantly and there are no warm up times while switching the views from different cameras. This gives a smooth transition. Many of systems also function in really low light conditions. The wireless DVR Security Camera Systems are great for home environment.



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