Searching for Video

The DVR5100 offers two options for searching for recorded video:

Quick Search: With Quick Search you can search for video for the currently selected camera.

Enhanced Search: With Enhanced Search you can search for video on multiple cameras and for any available date and time range. An enhanced search can be refined to include only specific events or recording types on specific cameras.

QUICK SEARCH

The Quick Search function provides a simple interface for selecting a time within the past 24 hours of the recorded video you want to view. This section describes how to use the Quick Search feature.

Figure 54. Quick Search Dialog Box

The Quick Search dialog box contains the following commands and features:

Timeline: Units of time increase or decrease between months and days, days and hours, hours and minutes, or minutes and seconds. The Panel Keypad shuttle is used to change units as follows:

Zoom in: Turn the shuttle clockwise to display a smaller unit of time.

Zoom out: Turn the shuttle counterclockwise to display a larger unit of time.

Along with stars that indicate a marked event, the graphical indicator for recorded video represents recorded video with four different colored bars:

Green: Continuous recording

Red: Alarm recording

Blue: Motion recording

Yellow: Manual recording

You turn the jog (inner dial) to the right or left to move forward or backward along the timeline.

Play

: Starts playing back the video from the position of the cursor along the timeline. The time and date are displayed above

 

the timeline.

Lock

: Displays the Lock Clip dialog box on which you can specify the date and time for which you want to lock a video clip.

OK

: Accepts the selected date and time. The recorded video clip is displayed in the currently selected video pane.

Cancel

: Rejects the selected date and time. No recorded video clip is displayed in the currently selected video pane.

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Pelco DVR5100 manual Searching for Video, Quick Search, Timeline

DVR5100 specifications

The Pelco DVR5100 is a versatile digital video recorder designed for security and surveillance applications. As part of Pelco's robust lineup of video management equipment, the DVR5100 offers a variety of features and technologies that make it an excellent choice for both commercial and residential environments.

One of the main attractions of the Pelco DVR5100 is its ability to capture and store high-quality video from multiple cameras. It supports various resolutions, ensuring that users can achieve optimal image clarity. The device typically accommodates up to 16 camera inputs, making it ideal for large-scale monitoring needs.

A notable feature of the DVR5100 is its advanced compression technology. By using H.264 encoding, the DVR can efficiently reduce the file size of recorded video without compromising on quality. This means that users can store more footage for extended periods without needing to upgrade their storage capacity frequently. The DVR also supports simultaneous recording and playback, allowing users to monitor live feeds while reviewing previous recordings.

Remote accessibility is another key characteristic of the DVR5100. Thanks to its integrated network functionality, users can access the system from anywhere with an internet connection. This capability is invaluable for security personnel or business owners who need to keep an eye on their premises while away. The device is compatible with various mobile applications, facilitating real-time monitoring directly from smartphones or tablets.

Additionally, the DVR5100 features customizable recording settings. Users can choose from various recording modes – continuous, scheduled, or event-triggered – to best suit their surveillance needs. The inclusion of motion detection technology further enhances its functionality, allowing the system to capture footage only when activity is detected, thus conserving storage space and reducing the clutter of non-critical recordings.

The user interface of the DVR5100 is designed with simplicity in mind, offering intuitive navigation through its menus and settings. This ease of use is complemented by comprehensive search features, enabling quick retrieval of recorded videos based on time, date, or event type.

In summary, the Pelco DVR5100 is a robust digital video recorder that excels in providing high-quality surveillance capabilities, advanced compression technologies, and user-friendly features. Whether for a small business or a large security operation, the DVR5100 stands out as an efficient and reliable solution for comprehensive video management and monitoring needs.