Do you remember the good old times when recording was done on a VCR? Luckily, things have changed in the past few years. Now we don’t have to worry about changing the VCR tape or even making sure you have one, making tape adjustments, or keeping an eye to make sure it’s working properly.  The solution to all of these problems is called a Digital Video Recorder, also known as DVR.

A DVR utilizes the latest Computer Technology making your installation and management much easier. Digital video consists of storing and transporting video in a digital format this gives you superior image quality. With a DVR you can get high speed recording, no tapes to change and manage, easier administration, Easier Storage, alarm events and recording list, high reliability. DVR have a space saving design, simple to use, ultra low maintenance costs.   

DVR’s come with various number of channels to fit your home or business needs. You can connect 4, 8, 16, 32 or more security cameras to your DVR.(depends on the model) You Export pictures and clips to Compact Flash cards. This allows you to turn in evidence of a crime to the authorities. You have options on the space of your hard drive starting from 80GB, to 750GB depending on the model you choose. A DVR can give you options on recording, view live and playback simultaneously.

All of this makes your installation and set up of your surveillance system faster and easier. You can get your video recording at a lower cost and higher convenience than your old VCR.