My 8 channel DVR is slowly dying. I'd like to move to an NVR so I can put in more types of cameras and the like. I see several companies that make NVR units with a single network jack, but then some have multiple jacks to provide POE for their connections. Is there a recommendation for a low cost, ONVIF NVR to handle 8+ cameras?
Migrating from DVR to NVR on the cheap
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looney2ns
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Get the 16ch version. You will also need a hard drive. If you get an NVR with one network jack, this allows you to use a POE switch to connect the cams to, and one wire goes to the NVR. But you will have the easy ablity to access the settings on the cam's directly and by pass the NVR.
Also gives you more placement flexibility.
Get the 16ch version. You will also need a hard drive. If you get an NVR with one network jack, this allows you to use a POE switch to connect the cams to, and one wire goes to the NVR. But you will have the easy ablity to access the settings on the cam's directly and by pass the NVR.
Also gives you more placement flexibility.
Will this unit work?
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It looks like it handles both analog and onvif inputs. I'd like to add a PTZ camera or two at some point.
Hisi Chip Dahua Metal Case 16 Channel Two Sata 1080P/1080N/960P/720P/960H Five in One Hybrid TVi CVI NVR AHD DVR Free shipping-in Surveillance Video Recorder from Security & Protection on Aliexpress.com | Alibaba Group
It looks like it handles both analog and onvif inputs. I'd like to add a PTZ camera or two at some point.
bigredfish
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Don't know anything about that DVR but if you're looking to use a mix of analog, TVI/CVI, and IP cameras, look at the Dahua Pentabrid XVR series.
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How are the two units different? Also, can those be rack mounted? I thought the link I posted was dahua. Sorry about my ignorance on these. What about this unit here?
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stay away for garbage no name brands...
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bigredfish
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Sorry no idea on either of those. They could be rebranded Dahua units but I cant be sure. I would stick with real branded Dahua XVR. If you want the best experience, keep the DVR and the cameras the same brand.
bigredfish
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yes, That is a "lite" version of the Dahua XVR. There are differences in the various models, Lite, Pro, and Ultra, all have tradeoffs. Make sure and read specs closely to determine that the DVR will meet your needs now and in the future as technology is racing ahead bigtime on video cameras and DVR's..
Ok I think that I've settled between two models here, either the XVR5116HS, or the XVR7216AN. Does anyone have any opinions on these? I figure what I will do is slowly move from my existing BNC to ONVIF cameras as the BNC units go out.
bigredfish
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The 7216AN gives you 2X more hard drive capacity and 2x more FPS. No brainer.
Thanks bigredfish. I'm ready to get one of these. Are there recommendations on where to order? It seems like there's a pretty big price delta. One vendor seems to list a Dahua but then in the comments it refers to it as "Ancotech" also, I have NTSC coax camera, but they're listed only as PAL compatible. Is this really the case?
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Hi Kruuth,
I would check if Andy @EMPIRETECANDY can assist you, a number of us here have purchased from him and he does a good customer service job.
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bigredfish
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Make sure and communicate with the seller BEFORE you buy and be certain you get an NTSC compatible machine. There shouldnt be a difference frankly as mine will allow you to switch between the two, but never know with China Region stuff.