Two new Samsung SRN network video recorder series have been designed to have the look and familiarity of a digital recorder (DVR), while delivering all the benefits of a network recorder (NVR), the makers say….
Unlike most NVRs, which can only be programmed remotely, the two new models can also be locally configured and controlled with the help of a mouse and a very easy to use multi-language on-screen graphical user interface. The four channel SRN-470D and 16 channel SRN-1670D both use H.264 compression to minimise bandwidth requirements while maintaining image quality. There are the options of using MPEG-4 or MJPEG compression. A recording throughput of 64mbps allows both models to simultaneously record in real time 704 x 480 resolution images from all connected cameras or up to Full HD (1920 x 1080) from selected cameras from Samsung’s range of IP cameras, Full HD megapixel, HD megapixel, 4-CIF and VGA cameras.
Tim Biddulph, IP Product Manager for Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd, said: “I am confident that the competitively priced SRN-470D and SRN-1670D NVRs will very quickly become popular with both installers and users. A key benefit of an NVR is that it can be installed anywhere on a network. This could be in a central control room or immediately adjacent to sets of cameras, but wherever it is located, a separate PC is usually required by installers for programming purposes, as well as for a user to view the live or recorded images. The great advantage offered by the SRN-470D and SRN-1670D is that it can be programmed and controlled by just the use of a plug-in mouse and in this respect it offers familiarity with a DVR. This should prove to be a particularly attractive feature for installers who have limited experience of commissioning IP network based recording solutions.”
The recorders can automatically detect and register all of the connected cameras. The SRN-470D has the facility for a 2TB SATA HDD, whilst the SRN-1670D, with the capacity for five SATA HDDs, offers the potential for 10TB of on-board storage. Both models can record audio across all channels and have a built-in DVD Writer and USB ports for export of video as well as a 1080P resolution HDMI output. Full compatibility with Samsung’s license-free NET-i Viewer Centralised Management Software (CMS) ensures users can access an SRN-470D or SRN-1670D NVR via a PC from anywhere in the world, keeping people connected 24/7 with their security systems. Available from all Samsung distributors, the SRN-470D or SRN-1670D SRN are offered with full support services from Samsung Techwin Europe Ltd, including free system design, free technical support and a full three-year warranty.
