Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD)
The Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras, with H.264 technology, offers high-quality images while reducing the size of a digital video file considerably compared to Motion JPEG format and MPEG-4 Part 2 standard. Utilizing triplex technology, the DVR offers simultaneous recording, playback, and viewing of live feed thereby ensuring no loss of vital information.
Allowing remote access up to 8 cameras, the DVR lets you view images captured via Internet. Equipped with a 500GB hard disk drive, the DVR provides real-time video streams, playback of recorded streams, and back-up for the system in case of system failure. You can also view the images of the cameras on select 3G smartphones such as Windows mobile, Symbian, and iPhone.
You can view the images from 8 different cameras simultaneously on 8 different portions of the screen and enlarge them by clicking on any of them. With a 400TVL resolution and 11 infrared LEDs, the 4 cameras (expandable up to 8) offer high-quality images up to a distance of 30' even in low-light conditions. With the motion activation feature, the DVR records only useful data and save space on your hard disk. It prevents false alarms by blocking out areas with constant speed such as roads and trees.
On reaching its maximum storage capacity, the DVR gives you the option of over-write that replaces the oldest file with a recent file. Using user-friendly icon-based interface, you can access all the features of the DVR. With password protection, the DVR allows only authorized user access and prevents unethical tampering of images. A particular video from the database can be found using a video search option that can further filtered using time, date and event of the video.
The DVR is equipped with 2 BNC to RCA video outputs that can be connected to multiple TVs via 6' RCA cable for instant viewing. It can also be connected to any computer monitor and TV with VGA input. You can transfer the video to a USB flash drive or an external hard drive via the USB port.
- H.264 technology allows high-quality images while reducing the size of a digital video file considerably compared to Motion JPEG format and MPEG-4 Part 2 standard
- Utilizing triplex technology offers simultaneous recording, playback, and viewing of live feed thereby ensuring no loss of vital information
- Offers remote access up to 8 cameras and allows you to view images via Internet
- Provides real-time video streams, playback of recorded streams, and back-up for the system in case of system failure
- View the images on select 3G smartphones such as Windows mobile, Symbian, and iPhone
- 400TVL resolution and 11 infrared LEDs
- Offers high-quality images up to a distance of 30' even in low-light conditions
- Motion activation - records only useful data and save space on your hard disk
- Prevents false alarms by blocking out areas with constant speed such as roads and trees
- Images from 8 different cameras can be viewed simultaneously on 8 different portions of the screen and can be enlarged by clicking on any of them
- Over-write - replaces the oldest file with recent file on reaching its maximum storage capacity of the DVR
- User-friendly icon-based interface - gives you access to all the features of the DVR
- Password protection offers authorized user access and prevents unethical tampering of images
- Particular video from the database can be found using a video search option that can further filtered using time, date and event of the video
- Equipped with 2 BNC to RCA video outputs that can be connected to multiple TVs via 6' RCA cable for instant viewing
- Can also be connected to any computer monitor and TV with VGA input
Go To
| Digital Video Recorder | |
|---|---|
| Video Compression | H.264 |
| Operating System | Linux with simple point and click interface |
| Video Input | 8 channel BNC |
| Video Output | 2x BNC and 1x VGA (BNC to RCA cable included) |
| Audio I/O | 1x RCA in, 1x RCA out (1 channel audio) |
| Frame Rate |
Display: 240 fps (full D1) Recording: 240 fps at CIF |
| Resolution |
Display: VGA (1024 x 768 or 800 x 600) / BNC (704 x 480) Recording: D1 (704 x 480) / HD1 (704 x 240) / CIF (352 x 240) |
| Recording Modes |
Recording Modes: Motion, continuous, sensor, schedule Alarm Audio Modes: Motion, video loss, HD error and full |
| Display Mode | 9 channel , quad, single channel |
| Playback Modes | Event, time, date |
| HDD |
Installed Drive: 1x 500GB SATA Capacity: 1TB SATA |
| Backup | USB 2.0 (USB, keys, HDD) |
| Control |
PTZ: RS-485, Pelco-P, Pelco-D Mouse: Mouse included Remote: IR remote included |
| Multiplexing | Triplex (record, playback, and remote access simultaneously) |
| Network Interface | RJ45 (10M/100M - Ethernet cable included) |
| Network Protocol | TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, DDNS, PPOE |
| Internet Viewing | Internet Explorer 6 or higher |
| Simultaneous Client Access | 5 (over IE) |
| Mobile Phone Viewing | Smart phones on 3G network (including Windows Mobile Pro, Symbian S60 V3 and iPhones) |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and 7 |
| Hard Disk Space | 19 VDC, 3A |
| Operating Temperature | 40 ~ 110°F (4 ~ 43°F) |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 11.8 x 9.8 x 2.4" (300 x 249 x 61mm) |
| Camera | |
|---|---|
| Signal System | NTSC |
| Sensor | 1/4" color CMOS |
| Resolution | 400 TVL |
| Pixels | 510 x 492 |
| Lens | 6mm (42° field of view) |
| IR Illumination |
LED: x11 Range: 30' (9.1m) |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | >48dB |
| Minimum Illumination | 0 lux |
| Weather Resistant | IP65 weather resistant |
| Adjustments | 3-axis |
| Power Requirements | 12 VDC |
| Operating Temperature | 14 ~ 104°F (-10 ~ 40°F) |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 2 x 3 x 2" (51 x 76 x 51mm) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 14 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
79%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (8)
- Easy to setup (7)
- Discreet (4)
- Accurate (3)
Cons
- Low quality (3)
Best Uses
- Recording (11)
- Safety (8)
- Deterrent (7)
- Early warning (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual do-it-yourselfer (5), Avid do-it-yourselfer (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (10)
Most Liked Positive Review
Awesome! Only wish I got the 16 channel!
Beautiful picture and easy set up. Playback on dvr is fine except you can only view one channel at a time. You're supposed to be able to do it if you run it into ...Read complete review
Beautiful picture and easy set up. Playback on dvr is fine except you can only view one channel at a time. You're supposed to be able to do it if you run it into a cpu which I have not done yet. Would buy again but I would have upgraded to 16 channel. Excellent excellent buy!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Bad Video
This unit was a nice price, but the video was horrible. The colors are all washed out. There was basically no color in the daylight. Poor unit. Sent it back to the manufacturer...Read complete review
This unit was a nice price, but the video was horrible. The colors are all washed out. There was basically no color in the daylight. Poor unit. Sent it back to the manufacturer [...]. :-( It still isn't right. They just sent me a re-manufacture one. When mine was bad right out of the box. If you add a few more bucks, I am sure you will get a better unit then the DVR-FS84500 the Cameras are poor too. Only good for around 10ft, if you want to make out who the person is. No wonder Night Owl doesn't post photos of actual clips of the video on there website. It would be a deterrent to buy one. I added better quality cameras to the unit, but the video is still poor. I normally don't post bad reviews, but this unit warrants it.
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Pros
- Compact
Cons
- Low Quality
Best Uses
- Deterrent
- Early Warning
- Recording
- Safety
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
I use it for my home at all entry points window ,front door,back yard,side window.
The good thing about it is it records with motion so i dont have to use up my harddrive, and if someone trips the camera it sends me a video clip of what was caught on camera,What i dont like about it is setting it up with my smartphone i had to call tech support 3 times already to get help setting up my smartphone with the system,They are saying my ports are closeed on my router so hopefully i will get this fixed.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Price is good
Cons
Best Uses
- Recording
- Safety
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
Good product
Night vision is very good
Easy setting
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Smart Phone ready
Cons
- Easily Avoided
- Low Quality
- Noisy
- Poor Color
Best Uses
- Deterrent
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
This unit was a nice price, but the video was horrible. The colors are all washed out. There was basically no color in the daylight. Poor unit. Sent it back to the manufacturer [...]. :-( It still isn't right. They just sent me a re-manufacture one. When mine was bad right out of the box. If you add a few more bucks, I am sure you will get a better unit then the DVR-FS84500 the Cameras are poor too. Only good for around 10ft, if you want to make out who the person is. No wonder Night Owl doesn't post photos of actual clips of the video on there website. It would be a deterrent to buy one. I added better quality cameras to the unit, but the video is still poor. I normally don't post bad reviews, but this unit warrants it.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact
- Discreet
Cons
Best Uses
- Recording
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
Simple to use, good specs
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact
Cons
- Low Quality
Best Uses
- Deterrent
- Recording
- Safety
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
All and all not to bad,but the color is a little off. The recording is a little grainy, but not a bad unit.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Recording
- Safety
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
Easy to install camers, however you will need some assistance with connection to router and setting up e-mail notification and IPhone. Cameras need improvement.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Compact
- Discreet
- Easy To Setup
Cons
Best Uses
- Deterrent
- Recording
- Safety
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
Very good buy for the price.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Setup
Cons
- Cameras should be wider
Best Uses
- Recording
- Safety
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
Easy setup. Love the iPhone access...even without a static IP. [...].Wish the cameras were wider-angeled, but overall has a great picture. Will get wider cameras for the remaining 4-channels.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate
- Compact
- Discreet
- Easy To Setup
- Sensitive
Cons
Best Uses
- Deterrent
- Early Warning
- Recording
- Safety
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
Purchase this system for my parents. i am very impressed!Best price on the Web!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate
- Compact
- Discreet
- Easy To Setup
- Sensitive
Cons
Best Uses
- Deterrent
- Early Warning
- Recording
- Safety
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
Great Product!My family and I feel safe with this new Surveillance System!Easy to set up!I felt so satisfied with this product and Bhphotovideo.com i purchased a second system for my parents home!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Setup
Cons
Best Uses
- Recording
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
Easy setup,happy with the unit, but cameras are not really, but i got what i pay, can't get tech support call 10 times in 2 days no answer.try to reset to factory deft.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Accurate
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
Best Uses
- Deterrent
- Recording
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
Beautiful picture and easy set up. Playback on dvr is fine except you can only view one channel at a time. You're supposed to be able to do it if you run it into a cpu which I have not done yet. Would buy again but I would have upgraded to 16 channel. Excellent excellent buy!
- Primary use:
- Business
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
This is a neat system. I'm still playing with it but so far everything has worked and it's pretty simply to get it working.
Comments about Night Owl 8-channel H.264 DVR with 4 Night Vision Cameras (500GB HDD):
I bought this product to provide video surveillance of our vacation home
It was advertised be able to monitored over the internet, send emails when in an alarm state and viewed on 3 G smart phones.
Well it took half a day to get access over the internet, the directions are poor the tech support is not there. You can't call and talk to someone, you have to send them an mail. I still can't get the alarm state to send me an email. Directions say check with your internet service provider. I have all that information, sent an email for help......waiting for a reply. And lastly I have Droid X 3g smart phone that's not even mentioned in the direction. That's another Email.
The color is not very good. The cameras wiring and connections was an easy install. Just wish the tech support was just as easy.
Now I have a system installed that isn't doing me a bit of good when I'm not there.
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What's in the Box
- 8 Channel H.264 DVR with 500GB HDD
- DVR Power Adapter
- Video Output Cable
- Ethernet Cable
- Mouse
- IR Remote Control (with batteries)
- 4 x Night Vision Camera with Metal Stands and Mounting Hardware
- 4 x 60' (18.3m) Camera Cable
- Camera Power Adapter
- 4-Way Camera Splitter
- Quick Setup Guide
- User Manual
- Driver CD
- 3 x Security Sticker
- Installation Card
- 1 Year Warranty
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