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Bosch
SKU: VZX-8-US
Bosch V-series Wall Panel Controller With 1.77IN - VZX-8-US
- 8-zone DSP wall controller routes 20 input sources for Bosch PA
- Per-zone EQ, AGC, ANC, noise gate, and FIR room tuning
- Compact 1.77 in LCD wall panel - drops into V-series matrix systems
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Digital Watchdog
SKU: DW-HDBALUN5
Digital Watchdog DW-HDBALUN5 Passive Balun
- Passive HD video balun for 1080p over Cat5/6 twisted pair
- No power supply required for simpler field deployment
- Extends HD video runs beyond coax distance limits
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Geovision
SKU: 46-DE20820-0007
Geovision 46-DE20820-0007 DVI Audio Module
DVI audio cable for Geovision 320-series synchronized surveillance
- Delivers 320 Kbps audio transmission alongside video in Geovision DVR deployments.
- DVI-type interface integrates directly with Geovision 320-series modules, reducing wiring complexity.
- 3-year warranty supports long-term reliability in professional surveillance installations.
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Geovision
SKU: 84-VS04A-100
Geovision 84-VS04A-100 4-Channel Video Server
- Digitizes 4 analog CVBS feeds to H.264/H.265 IP streams without replacing cameras.
- ONVIF Profile S ensures driver-free integration with Genetec, Milestone, and Avigilon.
- VSA cabling standard supports daisy-chaining to reduce cable runs across multi-unit installs.
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Geovision
SKU: 84-VS110-110U
Geovision 84-VS110-110U Gv-Video Server VS11
- Encodes analog composite (NTSC/PAL) to H.264 IP stream, preserving existing camera hardware.
- Powers via 802.3af PoE — no separate power supply required at the camera drop point.
- Compatible with ONVIF VMS platforms and Geovision GV-Control Center for flexible integration.
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Geovision
SKU: 84-VS120-100
Geovision 84-VS120-100 GV-VS12 V1.00 Video Server
- Edge encoding at the server reduces bandwidth load on the primary NVR.
- VSA cabling compatibility ensures reliable signal integration with Geovision infrastructure.
- Native Geovision ecosystem support enables plug-and-play deployment in multi-camera sites.
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Geovision
SKU: 89-IPDBXUL-K010
Geovision 89-IPDBXUL-K010 IP DecoderBox Ultra
- Converts H.264/H.265 IP streams to composite BNC output for legacy analog displays.
- Decodes multiple simultaneous IP feeds to separate analog outputs in hybrid systems.
- Drops into existing DVR/NVR BNC cable runs with no infrastructure redesign required.
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Geovision
SKU: E52-20420-001
Geovision E52-20420-001 DVI-TYPE CH1 4 Video Audio
- Carries 4-channel video and audio over one DVI connection, eliminating separate BNC or audio runs.
- OEM-spec DVI cable ensures native compatibility with Geovision GV-DVR, GV-NVR, and hybrid recorder platforms.
- Channel 1 designation supports stacking with CH2–CH4 accessories for full multi-channel DVI deployments.
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Geovision
SKU: E52-20820-D01
Geovision E52-20820-D01 DVI Capture Card
8-channel DVI capture card for analog-to-IP surveillance migration
- Digitizes 8 analog video channels on a single card, reducing slot usage and cable complexity.
- Captures 4 independent audio channels simultaneously for POS, intercom, or forensic review.
- Native Geovision GV-VMS and ONVIF support eliminates middleware for direct stream integration.
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Geovision
SKU: E52-21620-001
Geovision E52-21620-001 DVI Video Audio Capture Card
16-channel DVI capture card with 4-channel audio for surveillance systems
- Captures 16 simultaneous DVI video streams, reducing PCIe slot consumption in dense deployments.
- 4-channel synchronized audio input supports correlated video-audio recording for incident review.
- ONVIF compatibility ensures integration with Milestone, Genetec, Axis, and ExacqVision platforms.
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Geovision
SKU: E55-AEX16-100
Geovision E55-AEX16-100 Audio 16Cam Extension Card
- Adds 16-channel audio input/output to compatible Geovision DVR/NVR platforms.
- Expands existing systems without replacing hardware via direct card installation.
- Enables simultaneous audio monitoring and recording across all 16 channels.
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Geovision
SKU: GV-IPDECO-140
Geovision GV-IPDECO IP Decoder Box - GV-IPDECO-140
IP decoder box for Geovision cameras and ONVIF-compliant NVR systems
- Decodes H.265/H.264 streams up to 8 MP for full-resolution IP camera output.
- PoE 802.3af power eliminates separate adapters, simplifying dense deployments.
- ONVIF compliance enables integration with third-party cameras and VMS platforms.
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Geovision
SKU: GV-IPDECO-89
Geovision Gv-Ipdeco IP Decoder Box - Gv-Ipdeco-89
IP-to-analog decoder bridges network cameras to legacy monitors and DVRs
- Decodes H.265/H.264 IP streams up to 8 MP for output to legacy analog monitors.
- Powers via 802.3af PoE at under 13 W—no separate power adapter needed at the install point.
- ONVIF Profile S support lets it integrate with any compliant camera, not just Geovision.
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Geovision
SKU: GV-VS04A
Geovision GV-VS04A 4-Channel Video Server
4-channel video server with H.264/H.265 and ONVIF integration
- Encodes four independent H.264/H.265 streams simultaneously for efficient VMS ingestion.
- ONVIF Profile S support enables drop-in integration with Milestone, Genetec, and others.
- Native Geovision GV-Center and Control Center compatibility simplifies existing deployments.
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Geovision
SKU: GV-VS11
Geovision GV-VS11 Video Server H.264
H.264 video server with PoE power and VSA cable compatibility
- H.264 compression reduces bandwidth and storage load across concurrent streams.
- Single Ethernet cable delivers PoE 802.3af power (max 13W); no auxiliary PSU needed.
- ONVIF-compliant encoding ensures drop-in compatibility with standard VMS platforms.
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Geovision
SKU: GV-VS12
Geovision GV-VS12 Video Server
Dedicated IP video server for multi-camera surveillance without PC dependency
- Appliance architecture eliminates OS installation, reducing deployment time on multi-camera sites.
- ONVIF compatibility supports multi-vendor IP camera ecosystems without proprietary lock-in.
- Standard Ethernet connectivity integrates directly into existing network infrastructure.
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Encoders & Decoders
Video encoders and decoders enable flexible video conversion and distribution in commercial surveillance systems. Encoders convert legacy or non-IP video sources into IP streams, while decoders output IP streams to monitors, video walls, and display endpoints.
Plan Your Deployment
- Use case planning (legacy conversion vs stream distribution)
- Channel count and required video formats
- Resolution and bitrate requirements
- Network bandwidth and multicast considerations
- VMS compatibility and integration requirements
Encoders & Decoders — Engineering-Grade Video Recording & Storage for Commercial Deployments
This category covers 47 working models of encoders & decoders sourced manufacturer-direct or through channel-direct US distribution. Build the rest of your system around the architectural choices below — compatibility, environmental rating, and lifecycle decisions made here propagate through every downstream component you specify.
What to Look For
Channel count and supported resolution define the recorder's ceiling. A 16-channel NVR rated for 8MP per channel is a different product from a 16-channel rated for 2MP — the latter throttles your future camera upgrades. Read the per-channel and aggregate bitrate ceilings (often expressed in Mbps incoming/outgoing). A safe rule: target an NVR with at least 50% headroom on bitrate, and channel count one step above current need.
Storage architecture matters as much as raw capacity. Surveillance-grade drives (WD Purple, Seagate SkyHawk) are tuned for 24/7 write loads and a small concurrent read count; desktop drives fail in months under the same workload. RAID levels affect both fault tolerance and write performance — RAID 5 for general retention with one drive of redundancy, RAID 6 or 10 for larger arrays where two-drive failure isn't recoverable in RAID 5.
VMS choice locks you into a vendor ecosystem more than any camera decision will. Genetec, Milestone, Hanwha Wisenet WAVE, Avigilon, and Axis Camera Station differ on per-camera licensing cost, third-party integrations (access control, video analytics, identity), and analyst workflow. Demo the operator interface with the people who will actually use it before committing — analyst frustration drives more replacements than technical limits.
Plan for off-site or redundant storage. Single-site recorders fail or get stolen. Cloud-archive licensing, NAS replication, and multi-site federation become important the moment a chain customer asks for centralized investigation tools. Recorders that bury cloud-archive in a per-camera SaaS bundle drive long-term costs much higher than a one-time NAS expansion.
Key Specs in This Category
| Spec | Available Options |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 5MP, 2MP, 8MP, Thermal, 6MP |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| Connectivity | Wired, Wi-Fi |
| Power | PoE, AC/DC, PoE++ |
| Storage | microSD |
| Type | Encoder, Video Decoder, Mobile Computer, Software, Monitor, NVR, Power Supply, Dome |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many drives can fit in a typical NVR?
Compact desktop NVRs hold 1-2 drives — typically capping around 16TB usable. Mid-size rack-mount NVRs hold 4-8 drives, often 32-64TB usable in RAID 5/6. Enterprise NVRs and dedicated storage servers scale to 16+ drives with hot-swap and JBOD expansion. Match drive count to your retention math; running out of drive bays mid-project means a recorder replacement, not just a drive add.
Should I use surveillance-grade or enterprise drives?
Surveillance-grade drives (WD Purple, Seagate SkyHawk) are correct for most NVRs — they're tuned for many concurrent write streams from cameras with low read count. Enterprise drives (WD Gold, Seagate IronWolf Pro, Exos) are appropriate for high-channel-count systems with many concurrent investigator clients reading recorded video. Avoid desktop drives entirely; they're rated for 8x5 light duty and fail quickly in 24/7 NVR loads.
What's the difference between an NVR and a hybrid recorder?
An NVR records exclusively from IP cameras over Ethernet. A hybrid (or tribrid) recorder accepts both IP cameras and legacy analog/HD-over-coax cameras on dedicated BNC inputs, useful for migrations where you can't replace coax runs immediately. Hybrid units cost more per channel and add complexity; if you're starting fresh or fully replacing analog, a pure NVR is simpler and almost always cheaper per usable channel.
Can I expand storage on an existing NVR?
Most rack NVRs and storage servers accept storage expansion via empty drive bays, eSATA/SAS JBOD shelves, or iSCSI targets. Desktop NVRs with only 1-2 bays generally do not. Before buying, check the recorder's supported expansion architecture and the maximum raw and usable capacity — many sub-$2,000 NVRs cap below the 24TB threshold most projects need within three years.
Do I need a dedicated VMS workstation?
For a few cameras and one or two simultaneous operators, the NVR's built-in client interface is enough. For 32+ cameras, multiple investigator seats, video walls, or wall-of-monitors operations, a dedicated workstation (or thin client) running the VMS client is standard. The workstation needs adequate GPU decode capacity for the simultaneous stream count — H.265 decode acceleration is essential at scale.
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