The Vicon VN-301TV3 accepts a single analog CCTV camera for converting its analog video signal into digital so that it can be recognized by a ViconNet DVRs and workstation. Once converted, this analog camera is treated exactly like a true IP camera and can be accessed for viewing, recording and even PTZ control over the network. An encoder effectively bridges the gap between old and new technology, making it an important tool in facilities containing both analog and digital equipment.