The DVRP1 reference platform makes use of audio and video compression technologies found in Microsoft's Windows Media 9 software, and includes a proprietary multi-channel custom IC that streamlines data transfers and reduces CPU overhead, the company said.
Key features of the DVRP1 are said to include . . .
- record and view up to 48 cameras and microphones at the same time
- view multiple live cameras in a single screen, locally and remotely (see screenshot example below)
- allows connecting a large number of cameras to a single device
- guarantees audio and video synchronization, using a proprietary Winnov-developed chip
- includes digital input/output signals for connection to various alarm devices and watchdog timers, for unattended and automated operation
The following is a typical web-based display generated by a DVPR1 with 16 cameras connected at once . . .