Overview (Continued)

About DVD-R and DVD-RW disc

How are DVD-R and DVD-RW discs different?

The essential difference between DVD-R and DVD-RW is that DVD-R is a record-once medium, while DVD-RW is a re-recordable/erasable medium. You can re-record/ erase a DVD-RW disc approximately 1,000 times.

Can I play my recordable discs in a regular DVD player?

Generally, DVD-R discs and DVD-RW discs recorded in Video mode are playable in a regular DVD player, but they must be ‘finalized’ first. This process fixes the con- tents of the disc to make them readable to other DVD players as DVD-Video discs.

DVD-RW discs recorded in VR (Video Recording) mode are playable in some players.

This indicates a product feature that is capa- ble of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording format.

What are ‘recording modes’?

There are two recording modes available using this recorder: VR mode and Video mode. When recording to a DVD-R disc, recordings are always in Video mode. DVD-RW discs can be formatted for VR mode recording or Video mode recording.

VR mode recording

4 different picture quality/recording time settings avail- able (XP, SP, LP, EP)

Not playable on regular DVD players

Recordings can be extensively edited

Video mode recording

4 different picture quality/recording time settings avail- able (XP, SP, LP, EP)

Playable on regular DVD players (after finalizing)

Limited editing features

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DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 2000. You may therefore experience problems playing recordable DVD discs in some players. Symptoms include video arti- facts, audio and/or video dropouts and playback sud- denly stopping.

Our company cannot take responsibility for problems playing discs recorded on this recorder in other players.

Is editing a DVD like editing a video tape?

No. When you edit a video tape you need one video

 

deck to play the original tape and another to record the

 

edits. With DVD, you edit by making a ‘Playlist’ of what

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to play and when to play it. On playback, the recorder

 

plays the disc according to the Playlist.

 

About word ‘Original’ and ‘Playlist’

 

Throughout this manual, you will often see the words

 

Original and Playlist to refer to the actual content and

 

the edited version.

 

Original: content refers to what’s actually recorded

 

 

on the disc.

 

Playlist: content refers to the edited version of the

 

 

disc — how the Original content is to be played.

 

About DVD+R and DVD+RW disc

How are DVD+R and DVD+RW discs different?

The essential difference between DVD+R and DVD+RW is that DVD+R is a record-once medium, while DVD+RW is a re-recordable/erasable medium. You can re-record/ erase a DVD+RW disc approximately 1,000 times.

DVD+RW mode recording

4 different picture quality/recording time settings avail- able (XP, SP, LP, EP)

Playable on regular DVD players

The edited contents is playable on regular DVD play- ers only after finalizing

Recordings can be edited the title/chapter

DVD+R mode recording

4 different picture quality/recording time settings avail- able (XP, SP, LP, EP)

Playable on regular DVD players (after finalizing)

Any edited contents are not be compatible on regular DVD players. (Hide, chapter combine, added chapter mark, etc.)

Limited title/chapter editing features

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NDRV-60 specifications

The NEC NDRV-60 is a state-of-the-art network video recorder designed for modern surveillance needs. With a robust architecture, it offers reliability and performance suitable for both small and medium-sized installations. The NDRV-60 stands out in the crowded market of network video recorders due to its impressive features, cutting-edge technology, and user-friendly interface.

One of the main features of the NDRV-60 is its capability to support multiple camera connections. It can handle up to 60 IP camera channels, making it an ideal choice for businesses, educational institutions, and large facilities that require extensive surveillance coverage. This flexibility allows users to integrate cameras from various manufacturers, ensuring the system can adapt to different environments and requirements.

The NDRV-60 is built with advanced video encoding technologies that support high-definition video streams. It offers H.265, H.264, and MJPEG encoding formats, maximizing storage efficiency while maintaining high-quality images. This means that users can store longer video sequences without compromising on video clarity, an essential aspect of effective surveillance.

In terms of storage, the NDRV-60 provides ample options, supporting multiple hard drives with RAID configurations for redundancy and data protection. This ensures that footage is safe and can be retrieved even in the event of a drive failure. The system also features cloud storage integration, allowing users to have an additional backup of critical video data.

The NDRV-60 is equipped with a user-friendly graphical interface that simplifies navigation and setup. Users can easily configure camera settings, set up recording schedules, and access archived footage with just a few clicks. Remote access capabilities are also a noteworthy feature, enabling users to monitor their surveillance systems from anywhere through mobile devices or web browsers.

Additionally, the NDRV-60 incorporates advanced analytics features, such as motion detection and tamper alerts, enhancing situational awareness. These features help to minimize false alarms and ensure that users are notified of any suspicious activity in real-time.

Overall, the NEC NDRV-60 combines versatility, advanced technology, and ease of use, making it a reliable choice for those looking to enhance their security measures. Its comprehensive features ensure that users can tailor their surveillance to meet specific needs, providing peace of mind through effective monitoring solutions. Whether for commercial, educational, or public safety applications, the NDRV-60 sets a high standard in the field of network video recording.