Swann Security -DVR8-2550 8 Channel Networking Digital Video Recorder & 8 x PRO-550 Cameras

8 Channel Digital Video Recorder with pre-installed 500GB HDD / 8 x 420 TVL line CCD Cameras / H.264 latest recording technology / Web and Smartphone remote viewing / Transfer incidents to USB flash drive / VGA connection to view on PC

When it comes to protecting your home, your business or your family, theres simply no substitute for peace of mind. Whether youre concerned about crime, vandalism, common household safety or simply want to have an extra set of eyes watching at all times, having a reliable security solution is the only proven way to live your life without constant fear.

The system includes a state-of-the-art 8 Channel DVR8-2550 digital video recorder for simultaneous viewing and recording of 8 video streams locally, over the Internet or on your 3G Smartphone. The unit has H.264 video compression for fast, efficient recording and playback. You can also adjust the frame rate and image resolution with CIF real-time recording on all 8 channels (30 fps per channel, 120 fps total) and the ability to adjust the recording settings for each camera to the resolution you choose from 352 x 240 pixels (CIF) up to 704 x 480 pixels (D1). The eight Day / Night Cameras provide crystal clear video through their high resolution 420 TV Lines 1/4" Sony CCD image sensors with night vision up to 50 feet and the ability to operate indoors and outdoors

A massive 500GB SATA hard drive is pre-installed to allow up to 60 days+ of continuous recording from all 8 cameras. You can also record for longer, save time and hard drive space using the DVR8-2550's advanced motion activated recording. Even better, the time and date are integrated into your video files, allowing you to find incident footage and transfer events to a USB flash drive for easy storage and retrieval when the time is right. You can also configure the DVR to send you email alerts when activity is detected for peace of mind, all the time.

Easily set-up remote viewing with Swann's UPnP (Universal Plug n Play) technology that automatically configures the DVR to your router (if your router has UPnP capability) and the internet. Knowing what's happening is easier than ever with VGA connection for viewing on your PC or LCD monitor (with VGA input) or view on your existing TV using the video cable in the pack.

With the Swann DVR8-2550 & 8 PRO-550 CCD Cameras Security Monitoring System, Smartphone viewing is remarkably easy to set up and use. Once the DVR and cameras are installed at your home or business, simply download the free 'SwannView' app from the relevant app website or from www.swann.com/swannview. For iPhone or iPad users the app is free to download from the AppStore. For Android users it can be downloaded from the Android Market and BlackBerry users can access their AppWorld. Users of Windows Mobile 6 or Symbian OS can download from www.swann.com/swannview.

For your convenience the app is also included on a disk in the pack. Once Swannview is installed on your Smartphone, put the DVR's IP address into the browser and in less than a minute you can view video from all 8 cameras live onscreen. You can also receive email alerts if the DVR detects motion. Staying in contact has never been easier!

DVR8-2550
Video
Video Format NTSC or PAL
Video Inputs 8 Composite BNC Inputs
Video Outputs 2 Composite BNC Outputs, VGA Out
Display Resolution NTSC: 704 x 480
PAL: 704 x 576
Display Frame Rate NTSC: 30 fps
PAL: 25 fps
Audio
Audio Input 4 RCA Inputs
Audio Output 2 RCA Outputs
Recording
Compression Format H.264
Recording Resolution NTSC: D1 (704 x 480), HD1 (704 x 240) CIF (352 x 240)
PAL: D1 (704 x 576), HD1, (352 x 288), CIF (352 x 288)
Global Recording Frame Rate NTSC: 60 fps D1, 120 fps HD1, 120 fps CIF
PAL: 50 fps D1,100 fps HD1, 100 fps CIF
Recording Modes Manual / Motion / Schedule
Multiplex Operation Multiplex
HDD Interface / Memory Type 500 GB SATA
Hard Drive Support Up to 2TB
Network
LAN Connection Yes
Network Interface RJ45
Network Protocol TCP/IP, DDNS, UPnP
Remote Operation Yes
General
Operating Power DC 12V
Dimensions 12.4" x 8.9" x 2.4"
315mm x 225mm x 60mm
Weight 4.4lbs / 2 kg
Backup Method USB to Flash Drive / Network
Mouse Support Yes
Remote Control Yes
Remote Control
Battery Type 2 x AAA
PRO-550
Video
Image Sensor Color 1/4" Sony CCD
Video Quality 420 TV Lines
Pixels 510 x 492 (NTSC)
628 x 582 (PAL)
Minimum Illumination 0 Lux (IR on)
Day/Night Mode Color during day / switches to B&W at night
Electronic Shutter 1/60 - 1/100,000 NTSC
1/50 - 1/100,000 PAL
Gain Control Automatic
Backlight Comopensation Yes
Wide Dynamic Rangel No
Lens 3.6mm
Viewing Angle 62 degrees

Night Vision
Night Vision Distance Up to 50ft / 15m
IR Cut Filter No
Number of Infra-Red LEDs 12
Infra-Red Wavelength 850nm
Infra-Red LED Life 10,000 hrs
General
Indoor / Outdoor Both
Operating Power DC 12V
Operation Temperature -4 degrees F ~ 113 degrees F
-20 degrees C ~ 45 degrees C
Body Construction Aluminum
Camera Dimensions 3.2" x 2.3" x 2.2"
82mm x 58mm x 55mm
Stand Dimensions 2.3" x 2.3" x 2.8"
58mm x 58mm x 70mm
Camera Weight 0.45lbs / 203g
Cable Length 60ft / 18m

What's Included?
DVR8-2550
- Hard Drive 500GB (installed)
- Remote Control (with batteries)
- PRO-550 Cameras x 8
- BNC Cables 60ft / 18m x 8
- Mouse
- Ethernet Cable
- BNC to RCA Video Cable
- Software CD
- Power Adapter
- Operating Instructions
- Theft Deterrent Stickers x 4