Our Ultimate Series DVR features an embedded version of Linux OS. It also comes equipped with H.264 compression, audio recording on all channels and remote monitoring from anywhere via the internet explorer. This isn't a PC based DVR, which are subject to computer viruses and hacking; it's a standalone DVR and was built for one purpose to provide you with the highest quality video surveillance.
Our Ultimate Series DVR is a very versatile DVR. It comes equipped with HDMI, BNC and VGA video outputs, this allows you to operate multiple monitors simultaneously and with the built-in loop, you can output a single camera to its very own monitor. In addition to all of this, every channel has its own BNC output, which allows you to provide video to a monitor or multiplexer. The DVR also comes equipped with a Matrix output, which allows you to have a separate monitor that you can program to display a completely different series of cameras.
The Ultimate Series DVR comes equipped with the ability to record CIF or D1 on every channel! You can record 704x480 at 30FPS (Frames per Second) on every channel simultaneously. This is IDEAL for use in gas stations, banks, cash registers, back doors or anywhere else that requires higher levels of resolution.
The Ultimate Series DVR is very simple and easy to operate and setup. Our Ultimate Series DVR uses a mouse-driven interface, which provides you with point-and-click control over every function and setting within the DVR. You can playback up to 4 channels at the same time at the DVR and you can playback up to 4 channels with our web interface, client software or our smart phone application. The Ultimate Series DVR also has a Jog Dial, which allows you to quickly rewind, fast forward, and advance frame by frame right at the DVR. The DVR also comes with an IR remote, which allows you to control the settings within the DVR.
The Ultimate Series DVR has a built-in web server that allows you to control almost every function of the DVR remotely with Internet Explorer. With the Two-Way audio over the network or internet, you can not only listen to everything going on, but you can communicate with everyone as well. We also include our client software, which gives you the ability to monitor and control multiple Ultimate Series DVRs all at the same time. The DVR also supports Dynamic DNS, which means you don't need a static IP Address, which saves you money, because most ISPs (Internet Service Providers) charge an additional fee for static IP Addresses. The Ultimate Series DVR supports up to 20 internet user or network users simultaneously.
With the Ultimate Series DVR you have the ability to receive e-mail notifications from your DVR. All you need is a POP e-mail address and then configure the DVR to e-mail you updates to the POP e-mail address and that's it! So even if you're on the road, you'll never be far from you're DVR.
Storage will never be an issue with the Ultimate Series DVR. The DVR can hold up to 8 SATA hard drives if no DVD burner is installed or it can hold up to 6 hard drives and 1 DVD burner. The DVR also has RAID hard disk management which keeps your data safe in case of a hard drive failure. The DVR also supports eSATA, which allows you to connect an external eSATA hard drive to store or backup your video footage. You can also perform FTP backups and recording.
Video can be backed up to a DVD-RW or a USB thumb drive for safe keeping or in the event that you must give the footage to the police. Video can also be saved right on your PC for easy access.
The easy 3D mouse operated PTZ control allows you to control any PTZ camera. Just click on the screen and drag your mouse around. The PTZ camera follows the mouse pointer so you can smoothly and accurately follow any objects of interest.
This system runs on a rock solid Linux embedded OS, with embedded web server, and digital signal processors to bring you the most powerful network-based digital video recorder available. This high end system will provide you with everything you need other than a monitor. If you tie the system into your network, you wont even need a monitor to view your DVR.
Techpro Security Products will repair or replace (at our option), without charge, any product
proven defective in material or workmanship. The warranty period for specific product types is listed below.
This is the unboxing video of our 4CH Ultimate Series DVR.
Local Interface of All DVRs
This is a video demonstration of our DVR's Interface locally. in this video We will show you some of the amazing features that our units carry.
Remote Viewing of the Elite Mini, Elite, and Ultimate Series Security DVR
This video is a quick demo of remote access to our DVRs. All of our DVRs can be connected to remotely in this manner. You can use Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox and other browsers from any internet connected PC. Additionally, we have software available for remote access from MAC computers.
Quick Demo Of Our Video Management Software
This video is a quick demo of our video management software (PSS) that allows you to remotely connect to multiple DVRs, NVRs and IP cameras at multiple locations at once. With this software, you can set up camera groups, E-Maps, control PTZs, listen to audio and configure all the DVRs, NVRs and IP cameras. If you own multiple businesses or homes this software is ideal for you.
TechproSS Plus iPhone Demo
This is a quick demo of our new redesigned TechproSS Plus App for iPhone, iPods and iPads. This software is packed with a lot of new features that will allow you to remotely or locally view and manage your Techvision CCTV surveillance system
TechproSS Plus iPad Demo
This is a quick demonstration of our new app for iPad. TechproSS Plus is packed with awesome features allowing you to remotely see your cameras, manage sub stream resolution, activate alarm inputs and much more.
TechproSS Plus Android Demo
This is a quick video demonstration of our new App for Android TechproSS Plus.
In this video you will see some of the features that this app offers such as channel configuration, Push notifications, Playback and more.
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
Review by Charles Alonge on Apr 06, 2013
Nice Working, clean and neat DVR. It records all 4 channels simultaneously at D1 resolution and the video is very sharp and colorful. It records at this resolution at a real time rate of 30 frames per second, so the movement in the video is just as fluid as in real life. The DVR comes with four channels of audio input and bi-directional sound (which we use and is one of the reasons why we purchased this model) and four channels of alarm inputs and three channels of alarm outputs. It also has a variety of video display options that we couldn't find on other brands and that's another reason why we purchased Security Camera King's 4 Channel Ultimate. Perhaps our use is a little unique to require all of these features, but we are glad that Security Camera King actually had a four channel model that could deliver them all. We also use all three main monitor options out (HDMI, VGA, and BNC) and we also have one active spot monitor. We're talking a relatively small number of cameras on one unit here so of course the DVR can playback all four cameras at once. Once you get use to the control, the jog dial is a convenient controller for jumping ahead or back on the video recording. We ordered our DVR with plenty of internal hard disk drive storage plus the DVD burner as we do use it from time to time. IF that isn't enough storage, you can even utilize external eSATA hard drives but I really can't imagine someone needing that much video storage capacity for only four cameras. But then again, many people probably don't use all the features we do either, so I imagine it is a possibility. The unit has a USB port on the back and on the front so you can use one to plug in the included USB mouse and the other to back up video or make copies onto external USB hard drives or flash drives. Finally, one of the most impressive features of this DVR is how it handles all the security work and at the same time can integrate all of that with the Internet. All you have to do is plug it into your network or Internet connection using a CAT5 Ethernet cable and you can obtain remote access for viewing and controlling the DVR from a smartphone or computer. In fact up to 20 people at one time can access it. We have nothing bad to say about the quality or operation and Security Camera King's customer service is excellent. The only thing I will add is that unless you really need most of the features offered on this full size 2U unit, you may want to consider the smaller "Mini" unit which can handle the same number of cameras at the same resolution for about $350 less.
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
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Review by Randy Boerst on Mar 11, 2013
This is just about the top of the line when it comes to 4 channel DVRs, especially with all the extra options, functions, and features. To be quite honest, it may be considered by some even to be a little overkill. I think the two major selling points of this DVR is that it can record D1 resolution at 30 frames per second on all four channels simultaneously and still have plenty of room inside for internal hard disk drive storage. If you can afford it, you can really load this unit up with hard drive storage space, which in some cases may not be anything close to overkill but may be a requirement as well. As a rough estimate, if you are recording all four cameras simultaneously and continuously (24 hours) at D1 resolution and 30 frames per second rate, and using the highest quality setting for recording for each camera, you'll use close to one full Terabyte of space in 7 days. So if you need to keep the video for an extended period of time or don't want to mess with regularly downloading files to make room for more files, the extra space is a welcome feature. If you need to provide distributable copies of video footage and need to do so often, you may want to forego some internal storage space and go with the internal DVD burner. Security Camera King installs it for you and it is dirt cheap at a cost of only $37.95. Of course this DVR has lot's of other features (check them out in the "Descriptions" or "Features" tabs) but I'm sure as I have read on the other reviews and experienced myself, that the Internet accessibility is a big favorite. Another plus is the 3 year warranty. As far as the actual video recordings are concerned they are sharp, clear and pretty color correct.
Excellent Quality, Lots Of Features, and Easy To Operate!
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Review by Keith Panner on Feb 21, 2013
The D1 quality recording on all 4 cameras at 30 frames per second simultaneously is of excellent quality, but then again it should be. Four channels is not a lot of processing work for today's processors so I would expect this DVR to handle the workload continuously even at a D1 resolution. The recordings are clear, colorful, and smooth. In my opinion, the three characteristics of this recorder that really makes it "rise above the rest" are the 1) electronic features, 2) physical connection and operation options, and 3) the three year warranty at no extra charge. Let's take the physical connection and operations first since they will be the easiest. The DVR is in a 2U case which means it has plenty of room for additional internal hard drive storage, or an installed DVD burner, or even both. The front panel has button controls to operate the DVR and indicator lights. However, the DVR can also be operated by using a USB mouse which is included or a remote control which is also included. The front panel of the DVR has two USB ports for convenience so that you can easily connect your USB mouse and some other USB device (like a thumb drive for example) at the same time. The back panel includes BNC connections for video and audio channels, wire terminals for alarm and RS485 connections as well as video ports for monitors that are compatible with HDMI and VGA. There's also an RS232 port for connecting a keyboard, an RJ45 Ethernet port, an eSATA port for external drives, and an extra USB port. I could write a book on the electronic features of this unit, but I will try to keep it brief yet informative. The OSD is user friendly and consists of icons, menu lists, check boxes, and radio buttons for making selections. There are several playback functions including standard and advanced controls. The OSD provides you with incredible recording options (including redundancy recording to RAID hard drives). Other features include general settings, Encoding choices, Scheduling, Network Settings, Alarm set up, Motion Detection, Display output choices, Hard Disk Drive management, and Backup configurations to name a few. Basically, it's got it all. You won't be disappointed by this DVR and furthermore, I challenge you to find one that does everything it does at the price listed by Security Camera King!
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
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Review by Pat Hough on Feb 09, 2013
When we first considered a DVR for our security camera system, we were a little "gun shy" because we wanted a DVR that would record in D1 resolution but we actually needed three full monitors for our situation. I'm just guessing, but I would suspect this doesn't happen very often in most security camera installations. Also we needed to record audio on each channel as well. When we started shopping around I mentioned it to one of my co-workers who told me about Security Camera King. He had purchased his residential system from them. When I found Security Camera King's 4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR I was ecstatic! I could swear they had built this just for us! We purchased it about 4 moths ago and we've been loving it ever since. I was going to wait even longer before I wrote this review to see how it would last, but with a 3 year warranty I figured what the heck I might as well write it now. The unit is pretty amazing. It comes in a 2U rack mountable case (which we also needed) and has ample room to add additional internal hard disk drives for greater storage capacity. Besides the video and audio inputs it can even accept 4 alarm inputs and 3 channels of alarm outputs to devices or relays that can operate off of 12 VDC. As I said in the beginning, we have 3 full time monitors: HDMI, VGA, and BNC and they all work fine. You actually have the choice of recording in D1 or CIF but we definitely purchased this for the higher resolution (D1) capability in real-time. The DVR comes with its own USB mouse and an infrared remote control, either one of which can be used to operate the On Screen Display menu system, as well as the buttons on the front of the case. This DVR has so many extra features and capabilities it's amazing, especially the remote access option. Connect the DVR to an Internet connection and you can have up to 10 Internet users simultaneously access the DVR and cameras. You can also have the DVR send you an e-mail when an event occurs so you can use it like an alarm while you are on the go. We also ordered the DVD burner installed which is a steal for only $37.95 more. The DVR works well without showing any signs of wear or being "overwhelmed" and the recordings and displays are clear, crisp and colorful.
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
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Review by Downing, Eric on Jan 26, 2013
I'm just an average homeowner that purchased this DVR for my residence. The DVR works great! The D1 resolution on all channels in real time is excellent and shows up clearly on my Large Screen LCD TV and monitor using the HDMI video output. I must say I did learn one very important lesson from this purchase and installing my own security camera system and that is to do your research BEFORE you make your purchase. Though there really is absolutely nothing wrong with this DVR unit, I realized after purchasing it and installing it that I basically "over bought." I really don't need tons of storage; my thinking was if a movie DVD holds 4.7 gigs and only lasts two hours than I had better spend a lot of money on internal storage and go with the Ultimate model instead of the mini for that reason. I didn't realize that security camera recording mechanics were different. Also, I've never really had an occurrence yet in the six months that I've owned this DVR to use the DVD burner. Now even though the burner unit was less than $40 to have Security Camera King pre-install it for me, it was another necessity I reasoned to purchase the full size Ultimate instead of the Mini version DVR. I guess what I am trying to say is this. If you are a do-it-yourself type kind of person and want to install your own security camera system, do some thorough research on what you'll need and why, even talk to Security Camera King's staff to ask for suggestions, before making your purchase blindly. It could save you a lot of unnecessary expense. As far as the DVR goes, I have no complaints and it works well.
First let me say that I haven't found a Security Camera King DVR that hasn't been made with the utmost quality built in as well as some rather ingenious features that you won't find in any other DVR. That being said, let's consider this full size Ultimate model. When you compare it with the "Mini" Ultimate here's what the full size Ultimate has that the "Mini" doesn't. The ultimate full size has:
1. eSATA ports for adding external hard drives for storage.
2. The case or unit is twice as big.
3. The ultimate can hold up to 8 internal hard drives (the "mini" only 2).
4. It can support an internal DVD burner (which must be purchased separately).
And that's mainly about it. So the full size Ultimate's biggest advantage is support for more internal (and external) storage. So if that is important to you, then the full size series is the way to go. If on the other hand, you can live with a limited amount of storage that the "Mini" offers I would suggest saving almost $400 and going with the "Mini."
Nice Recording Unit with Lots of Useful Features and Internet Accessibility!
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Review by Daryl Robertson on Dec 30, 2012
I'm not a professional CCTV installer or dealer and I barely qualify as a do it your selfer. This is the first security camera system I have ever owned, installed, or operated. A very close friend of mine recommended Security Camera King and after shopping around for a while I decided to purchase the 4 Channel Ultimate Series DVR. At this point at least, I'm glad I did. The DVR is pretty amazing in that it records 704 X 480 pixels or D1 resolution at 30 frames per second. Although I am not familiar with security camera systems I am very familiar with digital video concepts and I must say that this resolution and rate for four cameras at the same time is pretty processor intensive. However, the Ultimate DVR does an excellent job of keeping up without any problems. No crashes, no reboots, not even any dropped frames and the quality of the video is very impressive, not to mention that the color is very life like. Take all of this and display it on an LCD TV/monitor using an HDMI cable and display it at 1080p and you have a pretty impressive video recording! Meanwhile, while doing all of this video recording work, the DVR has a many other features and tasks that it can perform with ease including providing remote access via the Internet. If you are a newbie like I am at using security camera systems, you can feel confident that this DVR will do the job and do it nicely. In addition to the quality production, it also comes with a 3 year full warranty to back it up.
Excellent Full Service DVR With Amazing Quality And Lots Of Features!
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Review by Lorenzo Alonge on Dec 15, 2012
This is a full size, all-out version of a 4 channel DVR that can easily record D1 resolution (704 X 480 pixels) on all channels simultaneously at a realtime rate of 30 frames per second (you can drop the resolution down to CIF too if that's what you prefer). Security Camera King's 4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR comes loaded with a ton of features that either enhances your security camera system or your general security as a whole. First the unit is big enough to support a DVD burner for back ups and hard drive storage up to 8 Terabytes. In addition, the DVR supports eSATA so you can add additional external hard drives if you need it. The more storage you have, the less often you have to do dump backups or worry about short re-recording time loops. The DVR can also handle 4 separate channels of audio as well as 4 alarm inputs and 3 alarm outputs. (These alarm inputs may not be numerous enough for some applications but they are excellent for applications like apartments or specific localized areas.) This unit gives you a choice of three different types of video connection, HDMI, VGA, or BNC. I suggest the HDMI because it can display in 1080p resolution, it is the most "universal" type video connection these days, and you can use it to transmit the video and audio at the same time to your monitor. The DVR works off an On Screen Display (OSD) menu system that is controlled by the included USB mouse or infrared remote control. It can also be navigated by using the buttons on the outside of the DVR. Finally, you can even hookup an Ethernet cable to your broadband Internet source and have the DVR send you alert emails to your phone, or remotely control the device and watch the cameras using a computer or a smartphone or iPad. This is just simply amazing.
SCK's 4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR -- Everything Comes in Fours!
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Review by Micah Walsh on Nov 28, 2012
This is a maximum performance high quality professional 4 channel DVR. With the capacity for an 8 Tb hard disk drive (and more storage options if you want it) you can practically sit this thing up and walk away from it without touching it for several months or more. You can also order this unit with an installed DVD burner (which I think is definitely worth the small expense) for making up back-ups and copies. The DVR not only has 4 video channels but can accept up to 4 audio channels as well. And, as long as we're talking about the number 4, it can also handle up to 4 different alarm inputs (and 3 12 VDC alarm outputs), and it can playback all 4 channels at once.. It offers professional style video outputs including HDMI, VGA, and BNC connections as well as loop outs for spot cameras on each channel. The higher resolution display works excellent for covering all the activity at our cash register and for monitoring the traffic flow at our one entrance/exit. With our large hard disk drive I really don't foresee the need for any additional drives but the unit can handle additional internal as well as eSATA external drives as well. Even though we have a DVD burner, we often use the USB Flash drive option for copying footage too. Finally, you can't beat the remote accessibility with Internet connected devices like a computer or Smartphone. This option allows me to stay in constant touch with my store if I feel the need.
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
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Review by William Stiles, Owner on Nov 06, 2012
I've owned this DVR for just a little over a year now and I can say that it works great, it's dependable, and I love it! I own a 24 hour automatic and self serve car wash. There are several vending machines on my property that contain things from car wash supplies to DVD rentals. With this unit and my four cameras I am able to monitor all the activity in the wash bays as well as the customers at the vending machines and the rest of the perimeter of the car wash. Using the D1 recording with s couple of high resolution cameras, I can even capture license plates of customers as they pull into the bays in case they are needed for future use in the event of damage claims, vandalism, etc. I have a small storage room where the supplies and maintenance equipment are kept and I have the DVR located there in a lock box for extra protection. I have had broad band Internet installed so I can monitor the premises anytime I want with my PC or Android. I use the alarm inputs for the storage room and bay doors when they are closed. The DVD burner has been useful to me too, as I have had a few instances of random vandalism, customers abusing the equipment, and one out right theft. On each occurrence I was able to make copies of the video footage for proof to give to the police and/or insurance company. I only used a monitor for set up, as my phone or computer are my monitors via the Internet most of the time. This is an excellent system and I highly recommend it!
This is the unboxing video of our 4CH Ultimate Series DVR.
Ultimate DVR Local Interface Demo
This is a video demonstrating the Ultimate DVR Local Interface Demo.
Local Interface for Federal, HD SDI and Hybrid DVRs
This is a video demonstration of our DVR's Interface locally. in this video We will show you some of the amazing features that our units carry.
Remote Viewing of the Elite Mini, Elite, and Ultimate Series Security DVR
This video is a quick demo of remote access to our DVRs. All of our DVRs can be connected to remotely in this manner. You can use Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox and other browsers from any internet connected PC. Additionally, we have software available for remote access from MAC computers.
Quick Demo Of Our Video Management Software
This video is a quick demo of our video management software (PSS) that allows you to remotely connect to multiple DVRs, NVRs and IP cameras at multiple locations at once. With this software, you can set up camera groups, E-Maps, control PTZs, listen to audio and configure all the DVRs, NVRs and IP cameras. If you own multiple businesses or homes this software is ideal for you.
TechproSS Plus iPhone Demo
This is a quick demo of our new redesigned TechproSS Plus App for iPhone, iPods and iPads. This software is packed with a lot of new features that will allow you to remotely or locally view and manage your Techvision CCTV surveillance system
TechproSS Plus iPad Demo
This is a quick demonstration of our new app for iPad. TechproSS Plus is packed with awesome features allowing you to remotely see your cameras, manage sub stream resolution, activate alarm inputs and much more.
TechproSS Plus Android Demo
This is a quick video demonstration of our new App for Android TechproSS Plus.
In this video you will see some of the features that this app offers such as channel configuration, Push notifications, Playback and more.
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
Review by Victor Petri on May 01, 2013
If you are looking for a good 4 channel DVR this is it. This is a maximum performance high quality professional 4 channel DVR. With the capacity for an 8 Tb hard disk drive (and more storage options if you want it) you can practically sit this thing up and walk away from it without touching it for several months or more. I ordered this unit with an installed DVD burner (which I think is definitely worth the small expense) for making up back-ups and copies. The DVR not only has 4 video channels but can accept up to 4 audio channels as well. I don't use any of the audio, so unfortunately I can't comment on that function but I do intend to start recording one channel of audio in the future. It can also handle up to 4 different alarm inputs. It can playback all 4 channels at once, or you can watch individual channels if you choose. It offers professional style video outputs including HDMI, VGA, and BNC connections as well as loop outs for spot cameras on each channel. That means that if you have the need, you can actually have three main monitors running at once (although I only use one). The higher resolution display works excellent for covering all the activity at our cash register and for monitoring the traffic flow at our one entrance/exit. With our large hard disk drive I really don't foresee the need for any additional drives but the unit can handle additional internal as well as eSATA external drives as well. Even though we have a DVD burner, we often use the USB Flash drive option for copying footage too. Finally, you can't beat the remote accessibility with Internet connected devices like a computer or Smartphone. This option allows me to stay in constant touch with my store if I feel the need when I am away. I can do it on the run by using my Droid phone or I can even do it from my home by simply using my personal computer. Excellent machine.
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
Review by Eric Fedder on Apr 30, 2013
Like many of your other customers I must say that I was really surprised by this DVR. My old DVR expired (more accurately, I think it over heated over time and burned up) and I needed to replace it so I purchased this one. I didn't realize how much processing power this one actually has though until I set it up and started using it. I own a couple of airplanes and keep them on my own private strip in a small hangar building for them on my property and that's what I mainly use this security system for. I also have a secure office in the building that I use just about daily, so I have my security controls (i.e. my DVR and monitor) set up there. I actually used an old CRT monitor with my old DVR and I decided to purchase a new LCD screen when I bought this new one. I can't believe how clear the picture is with D1 recording and the LCD monitor! Since I no longer use the CRT, I decided to make used of the HDMI output and I'm sure that makes a difference too. It wasn't hard to set the DVR up, especially if you are a little familiar with security system settings and it works well with my new cameras. I have recently purchased new 700TVL resolution cameras and I really like the results. Now that I have seen the new HD-SDI systems on Security Camera King I may have to go in that direction next. I've got Internet in the office so I put in a router so I could use my PC and the plug the DVR into the Internet. The remote access feature is great! I also use the alarm inputs and outputs which work great because I have a total of four entrances (including the hangar doors). All I can say is don't be fooled into thinking this DVR isn't high performance because it only has four channels. It's got a lot of power and the quality is good and I definitely will recommend it to others.
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
Review by Charles Alonge on Apr 06, 2013
Nice Working, clean and neat DVR. It records all 4 channels simultaneously at D1 resolution and the video is very sharp and colorful. It records at this resolution at a real time rate of 30 frames per second, so the movement in the video is just as fluid as in real life. The DVR comes with four channels of audio input and bi-directional sound (which we use and is one of the reasons why we purchased this model) and four channels of alarm inputs and three channels of alarm outputs. It also has a variety of video display options that we couldn't find on other brands and that's another reason why we purchased Security Camera King's 4 Channel Ultimate. Perhaps our use is a little unique to require all of these features, but we are glad that Security Camera King actually had a four channel model that could deliver them all. We also use all three main monitor options out (HDMI, VGA, and BNC) and we also have one active spot monitor. We're talking a relatively small number of cameras on one unit here so of course the DVR can playback all four cameras at once. Once you get use to the control, the jog dial is a convenient controller for jumping ahead or back on the video recording. We ordered our DVR with plenty of internal hard disk drive storage plus the DVD burner as we do use it from time to time. IF that isn't enough storage, you can even utilize external eSATA hard drives but I really can't imagine someone needing that much video storage capacity for only four cameras. But then again, many people probably don't use all the features we do either, so I imagine it is a possibility. The unit has a USB port on the back and on the front so you can use one to plug in the included USB mouse and the other to back up video or make copies onto external USB hard drives or flash drives. Finally, one of the most impressive features of this DVR is how it handles all the security work and at the same time can integrate all of that with the Internet. All you have to do is plug it into your network or Internet connection using a CAT5 Ethernet cable and you can obtain remote access for viewing and controlling the DVR from a smartphone or computer. In fact up to 20 people at one time can access it. We have nothing bad to say about the quality or operation and Security Camera King's customer service is excellent. The only thing I will add is that unless you really need most of the features offered on this full size 2U unit, you may want to consider the smaller "Mini" unit which can handle the same number of cameras at the same resolution for about $350 less.
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
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Review by Randy Boerst on Mar 11, 2013
This is just about the top of the line when it comes to 4 channel DVRs, especially with all the extra options, functions, and features. To be quite honest, it may be considered by some even to be a little overkill. I think the two major selling points of this DVR is that it can record D1 resolution at 30 frames per second on all four channels simultaneously and still have plenty of room inside for internal hard disk drive storage. If you can afford it, you can really load this unit up with hard drive storage space, which in some cases may not be anything close to overkill but may be a requirement as well. As a rough estimate, if you are recording all four cameras simultaneously and continuously (24 hours) at D1 resolution and 30 frames per second rate, and using the highest quality setting for recording for each camera, you'll use close to one full Terabyte of space in 7 days. So if you need to keep the video for an extended period of time or don't want to mess with regularly downloading files to make room for more files, the extra space is a welcome feature. If you need to provide distributable copies of video footage and need to do so often, you may want to forego some internal storage space and go with the internal DVD burner. Security Camera King installs it for you and it is dirt cheap at a cost of only $37.95. Of course this DVR has lot's of other features (check them out in the "Descriptions" or "Features" tabs) but I'm sure as I have read on the other reviews and experienced myself, that the Internet accessibility is a big favorite. Another plus is the 3 year warranty. As far as the actual video recordings are concerned they are sharp, clear and pretty color correct.
Excellent Quality, Lots Of Features, and Easy To Operate!
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Review by Keith Panner on Feb 21, 2013
The D1 quality recording on all 4 cameras at 30 frames per second simultaneously is of excellent quality, but then again it should be. Four channels is not a lot of processing work for today's processors so I would expect this DVR to handle the workload continuously even at a D1 resolution. The recordings are clear, colorful, and smooth. In my opinion, the three characteristics of this recorder that really makes it "rise above the rest" are the 1) electronic features, 2) physical connection and operation options, and 3) the three year warranty at no extra charge. Let's take the physical connection and operations first since they will be the easiest. The DVR is in a 2U case which means it has plenty of room for additional internal hard drive storage, or an installed DVD burner, or even both. The front panel has button controls to operate the DVR and indicator lights. However, the DVR can also be operated by using a USB mouse which is included or a remote control which is also included. The front panel of the DVR has two USB ports for convenience so that you can easily connect your USB mouse and some other USB device (like a thumb drive for example) at the same time. The back panel includes BNC connections for video and audio channels, wire terminals for alarm and RS485 connections as well as video ports for monitors that are compatible with HDMI and VGA. There's also an RS232 port for connecting a keyboard, an RJ45 Ethernet port, an eSATA port for external drives, and an extra USB port. I could write a book on the electronic features of this unit, but I will try to keep it brief yet informative. The OSD is user friendly and consists of icons, menu lists, check boxes, and radio buttons for making selections. There are several playback functions including standard and advanced controls. The OSD provides you with incredible recording options (including redundancy recording to RAID hard drives). Other features include general settings, Encoding choices, Scheduling, Network Settings, Alarm set up, Motion Detection, Display output choices, Hard Disk Drive management, and Backup configurations to name a few. Basically, it's got it all. You won't be disappointed by this DVR and furthermore, I challenge you to find one that does everything it does at the price listed by Security Camera King!
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
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Review by Pat Hough on Feb 09, 2013
When we first considered a DVR for our security camera system, we were a little "gun shy" because we wanted a DVR that would record in D1 resolution but we actually needed three full monitors for our situation. I'm just guessing, but I would suspect this doesn't happen very often in most security camera installations. Also we needed to record audio on each channel as well. When we started shopping around I mentioned it to one of my co-workers who told me about Security Camera King. He had purchased his residential system from them. When I found Security Camera King's 4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR I was ecstatic! I could swear they had built this just for us! We purchased it about 4 moths ago and we've been loving it ever since. I was going to wait even longer before I wrote this review to see how it would last, but with a 3 year warranty I figured what the heck I might as well write it now. The unit is pretty amazing. It comes in a 2U rack mountable case (which we also needed) and has ample room to add additional internal hard disk drives for greater storage capacity. Besides the video and audio inputs it can even accept 4 alarm inputs and 3 channels of alarm outputs to devices or relays that can operate off of 12 VDC. As I said in the beginning, we have 3 full time monitors: HDMI, VGA, and BNC and they all work fine. You actually have the choice of recording in D1 or CIF but we definitely purchased this for the higher resolution (D1) capability in real-time. The DVR comes with its own USB mouse and an infrared remote control, either one of which can be used to operate the On Screen Display menu system, as well as the buttons on the front of the case. This DVR has so many extra features and capabilities it's amazing, especially the remote access option. Connect the DVR to an Internet connection and you can have up to 10 Internet users simultaneously access the DVR and cameras. You can also have the DVR send you an e-mail when an event occurs so you can use it like an alarm while you are on the go. We also ordered the DVD burner installed which is a steal for only $37.95 more. The DVR works well without showing any signs of wear or being "overwhelmed" and the recordings and displays are clear, crisp and colorful.
4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR
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Review by Downing, Eric on Jan 26, 2013
I'm just an average homeowner that purchased this DVR for my residence. The DVR works great! The D1 resolution on all channels in real time is excellent and shows up clearly on my Large Screen LCD TV and monitor using the HDMI video output. I must say I did learn one very important lesson from this purchase and installing my own security camera system and that is to do your research BEFORE you make your purchase. Though there really is absolutely nothing wrong with this DVR unit, I realized after purchasing it and installing it that I basically "over bought." I really don't need tons of storage; my thinking was if a movie DVD holds 4.7 gigs and only lasts two hours than I had better spend a lot of money on internal storage and go with the Ultimate model instead of the mini for that reason. I didn't realize that security camera recording mechanics were different. Also, I've never really had an occurrence yet in the six months that I've owned this DVR to use the DVD burner. Now even though the burner unit was less than $40 to have Security Camera King pre-install it for me, it was another necessity I reasoned to purchase the full size Ultimate instead of the Mini version DVR. I guess what I am trying to say is this. If you are a do-it-yourself type kind of person and want to install your own security camera system, do some thorough research on what you'll need and why, even talk to Security Camera King's staff to ask for suggestions, before making your purchase blindly. It could save you a lot of unnecessary expense. As far as the DVR goes, I have no complaints and it works well.
First let me say that I haven't found a Security Camera King DVR that hasn't been made with the utmost quality built in as well as some rather ingenious features that you won't find in any other DVR. That being said, let's consider this full size Ultimate model. When you compare it with the "Mini" Ultimate here's what the full size Ultimate has that the "Mini" doesn't. The ultimate full size has:
1. eSATA ports for adding external hard drives for storage.
2. The case or unit is twice as big.
3. The ultimate can hold up to 8 internal hard drives (the "mini" only 2).
4. It can support an internal DVD burner (which must be purchased separately).
And that's mainly about it. So the full size Ultimate's biggest advantage is support for more internal (and external) storage. So if that is important to you, then the full size series is the way to go. If on the other hand, you can live with a limited amount of storage that the "Mini" offers I would suggest saving almost $400 and going with the "Mini."
Nice Recording Unit with Lots of Useful Features and Internet Accessibility!
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Review by Daryl Robertson on Dec 30, 2012
I'm not a professional CCTV installer or dealer and I barely qualify as a do it your selfer. This is the first security camera system I have ever owned, installed, or operated. A very close friend of mine recommended Security Camera King and after shopping around for a while I decided to purchase the 4 Channel Ultimate Series DVR. At this point at least, I'm glad I did. The DVR is pretty amazing in that it records 704 X 480 pixels or D1 resolution at 30 frames per second. Although I am not familiar with security camera systems I am very familiar with digital video concepts and I must say that this resolution and rate for four cameras at the same time is pretty processor intensive. However, the Ultimate DVR does an excellent job of keeping up without any problems. No crashes, no reboots, not even any dropped frames and the quality of the video is very impressive, not to mention that the color is very life like. Take all of this and display it on an LCD TV/monitor using an HDMI cable and display it at 1080p and you have a pretty impressive video recording! Meanwhile, while doing all of this video recording work, the DVR has a many other features and tasks that it can perform with ease including providing remote access via the Internet. If you are a newbie like I am at using security camera systems, you can feel confident that this DVR will do the job and do it nicely. In addition to the quality production, it also comes with a 3 year full warranty to back it up.
Excellent Full Service DVR With Amazing Quality And Lots Of Features!
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Review by Lorenzo Alonge on Dec 15, 2012
This is a full size, all-out version of a 4 channel DVR that can easily record D1 resolution (704 X 480 pixels) on all channels simultaneously at a realtime rate of 30 frames per second (you can drop the resolution down to CIF too if that's what you prefer). Security Camera King's 4 Channel Ultimate Series H.264 D1 Realtime Security DVR comes loaded with a ton of features that either enhances your security camera system or your general security as a whole. First the unit is big enough to support a DVD burner for back ups and hard drive storage up to 8 Terabytes. In addition, the DVR supports eSATA so you can add additional external hard drives if you need it. The more storage you have, the less often you have to do dump backups or worry about short re-recording time loops. The DVR can also handle 4 separate channels of audio as well as 4 alarm inputs and 3 alarm outputs. (These alarm inputs may not be numerous enough for some applications but they are excellent for applications like apartments or specific localized areas.) This unit gives you a choice of three different types of video connection, HDMI, VGA, or BNC. I suggest the HDMI because it can display in 1080p resolution, it is the most "universal" type video connection these days, and you can use it to transmit the video and audio at the same time to your monitor. The DVR works off an On Screen Display (OSD) menu system that is controlled by the included USB mouse or infrared remote control. It can also be navigated by using the buttons on the outside of the DVR. Finally, you can even hookup an Ethernet cable to your broadband Internet source and have the DVR send you alert emails to your phone, or remotely control the device and watch the cameras using a computer or a smartphone or iPad. This is just simply amazing.
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