Q: I do not have any knowledge of Linux, can I use Linux PC DVR?
A: Yes. If you have used any Windows based DVR software before, you can operate Linux PC DVR quickly, and it is even easier to install and use.
- The installation is plug-and-play, no manual Linux OS and software installation required. Even a people without any computer experience can install it.
- The installation is plug-and-play, no manual Linux OS and software installation required. Even a people without any computer experience can install it.
- The DVR software has intuitive Graphic interface. The operation is similar to any Windows based application. And of course the mouse and keyboard are supported.
- The recording files are compatible to Windows 2000/XP. you can backup/download/export files and play them in any Windows PC.
- It also provides Internet Explorer WEB access and Windows based Client Software for remote access and configurations.
Q: How to install Linux PC DVR?
A: The installation is quite easy. We provide two ways:
- By DOM (DiskOnModule, an IDE interface flash disk), which has built-in Linux OS and DVR software. You just need to insert DOM disk and DVR card into computer, and power on. That is all!
- By Installation CD. You can load Linux DVR system up through the Installation CD, without any installation. If you want to install Linux DVR into hard disk, DOM or other drives, just click once to automatically execute installation of Linux OS and DVR software. Yes, one click installation.
Q: Any special requirements on hardware to run Linux PC DVR?
A: Yes, the computer components have to be compatible to Linux system. But most of hardware support Linux. So it is no problem for you to find suitable hardware locally, and assemble it by yourself.
Alternatively, we provide Industrial DVR motherboard, which has been optimized for Linux PC DVR system.
Q: What are the main advantages of Linux PC DVR?
A: Yes, as the next generation PC based DVR, Linux DVR system is getting popular.
- More stable
- Easier to use
- More powerful. Max 36-ch realtime preview and recording is supported
- Seamless scalability
- Flexible upgrade
- Save the Windows O.S. License fee
Q: What DVR cards used for Linux PC DVR?
A: It supports 2 kinds of top quality DVR cards:
- Hikvision PC DVR card, which is well-known as the top quality H.264 hardware compression DVR cards.
- Linovision PC DVR card, the high quality H.264 hardware compression DVR cards, and more cost-effective.
Q: What are the main advantages of H.264?
A: H.264 is the most advanced video compression technology. Compared with other compression technologies, H.264 compression technology ensures dramatically better image quality and higher compression rates:
- 2x more efficient than MPEG-4 Part 2 (natural video) encoding
- 3x smaller file size than comparable MPEG-2 encoders
- Faster download time
- Substantially higher quality video (SNR)
Q: What are the main benefits of H.264?
A: With H.264 technology, users will experience following benefits:
- Up to 40% higher image quality
- Over 60% savings on recording storage space
- Truly "Live" performance despite variations in network transmission conditions
Q: What outstanding features Linux PC DVR have?
A: Linux PC DVR has all the fascinating features that Windows DVR have.
- Max 36 channels realtime preview & recording & playback & backup & remote access.
- Multi-channel time-line based playback;
- POS integration
- PDA/mobile phone access
- Digital matrix and TV output
- Email notification
- Alarm IO card supported.
- Embedded PTZ panel
- Hybrid solution to support IP camera integration
Q: Can the client software manage multiple sites?
A: Yes. The Linux PC DVR support sites management. And you can define some preview groups, and access these cameras from different sites in one screen. The client software can manage channels not only from Linux DVR server, but also from standalone DVR, video server and IP cameras.
Q: Can we add logo into software, or even use our own GUI?
A: Yes. We can add your logo into software. And OEM/ODM with your own GUI is welcome.
