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Company: Cathexis Africa
Product name: Cathexis Vision WNVR-3000
* Supports most brands of IP cameras, ONVIF compliant
* Unlimited cameras
* Unlimited client users
* Video analytics
* Very high recording throughput of 600 Mb/s
* Multi-server site environment
Embedded or PC based: PC
Max. video resolution: Greater than 10 megapixels
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: Yes
Hardware format: Both
Number of concurrent users: Unlimited
Compression method: H.264, MPEG4, MJPEG.
Storage capacity: Maximum available
Storage and backup type: Optical, FTP, IScsi
External storage + HDD extendable: Yes
Video inputs: Yes
Video outputs: 4 VGA/HDMI per server
Type of protection and levels: Password encryption
Data export: AVI/Proprietory/Jpeg
Network/Internet connectivity: TCP/IP
Integration and other features: Smart search, video walls,3rd party integration
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Both
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): Windows/Linux/keyboard/mouse/interactive maps interactive maps
Certifications: CE
Warranty: 3 years
Additional information:
Contact: Ross Joughin
Tel: +27 31 240 0800
Company: Dallmeier electronic
Product name: VideoNetBox II
* SMAVIA Recording Server preloaded
* Compact hardware with multi-core CPU
* Two IP channels included, expandable to up to 8 channels
* Licence for real-time recording of all IP channels included
* Upgrade Kit for operation with up to 8 analogue channels optional
Embedded or PC based: Embedded
Max. video resolution: SD (up to D1), HD (up to 1080p), megapixel (up to 8 MP)
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: DMVC iPhone App (via Apple App Store)
Hardware format: Standalone
Number of concurrent users: 1 (up to 20 depending on load and licence)
Compression method: H.264, MPEG-4, MJPEG
Storage capacity: Two 2,5 inch HDD with 1000 GB each, optional
Storage and backup type: CD-RW via USB
External storage + HDD extendable:
Video inputs: 8 (optional)
Video outputs: 1x Mini-D-Sub (2x BNC optional)
Type of protection and levels: Multi level user management
Data export:
Network/Internet connectivity: TCP/IP
Integration and other features: Motion detection, SmartFinder, Real-time recording, Real-time streaming, RTSP cameras, ONVIF cameras, camera sabotage protection
Built-in alarm or analytics services: SEDOR camera sabotage protection
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): Proprietary and hardened Linux integrated, keyboard, mouse
Certifications: CE, FCC, LGC Forensics, DGUV Test, DIN EN 50130-4
Warranty: 2 years (extension with further 2 years optional)
Additional information:
Contact: EP Smit
Tel: +49 941 8700 209
Company: EagleCCTV/Eagle Technology
Product name: E-NVR-EXACQ-G8S-24CH
* The E-NVR-EXACQ-G8S-24CH is a professional 24ch network video recorder (NVR) based on the Excaqvision VMS software platform. It features 24 x IP licence channels supporting the most popular IP hardware products including Axis, Arecont, Canon, HIK Sony, Panasonic, Pelco, Vivotek and many others.
Embedded or PC based: HP Micro Server with Ubuntu Linux O/S.
Max. video resolution: 720x576
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: iPad/iPhone & Windows/Max/Linux PC Client
Hardware format: Standalone server machine (HP Micro Server)
Number of concurrent users: 512
Compression method: H.264, M-JPEG,
Storage capacity: 4 x SATA HDDs.
Storage and backup type: Via USB or across network.
External storage + HDD extendable: Via NAS devices
Video inputs: 24 x IP video channels. For IP cameras or analogue encoders
Video outputs: VGA monitor (for configuration/setup)
Type of protection and levels: User level password protection
Data export: Proprietary .exe or AVI
Network/Internet connectivity: Yes, 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet port
Integration and other features: Smart motion search, time-strip search, video wall support, PTZ support, iSCSI support, SDK for 3rd party integration, maps, 360/180 panoramic camera support.
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Free multi-client application with event monitoring
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): Via USB mouse
Certifications: N/A
Warranty: 1 Year
Additional information:
Contact: Nathan Bearman
Tel: +27 21 423 4943
Company: Elvey Security Technologies
Product name: VisionLine NVR
* Support H.264. Decode up to 1080P
* Real-time video and real-time audio
* 100% fully functional NVR with multi browser support with embedded flash video technology
* Supports front sensor spec configuration; 3D digital zoom function, stream, alarm, video recording configuration
Embedded or PC based: Embedded
Max. video resolution: HD 1080p
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: Yes
Hardware format: Standalone
Number of concurrent users:
Compression method: High profile to 4.2. H.264 (ISO/IEC 14496-10)
Storage capacity: 2 x 4TB SATA HDD
Storage and backup type: DAT
External storage + HDD extendable: No
Video inputs: 4 PoE ports. Max 16 inputs (switch)
Video outputs: DVI to HDMI
Type of protection and levels: Administrator and user passwords
Data export: Snapshot (JPEG)
Network/Internet connectivity: Ethernet, TCP/IP
Integration and other features:
Built-in alarm or analytics services: No
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): Optional mouse
Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS compliant
Warranty: 2 years
Additional information:
Contact: Michelle Grant
Tel: +27 11 401 6700
Company: Geutebrück Southern Africa
Product name: Gevistore IP Server
* Pure IP NVR server
* Enterprise NVR Storage Server with integrated 16x RAID system, 2 high performance XEON processors,12 GB RAM, redundant PSUs, separate SSD for the operation, Windows Server 2008 R2 (64bit)
Embedded or PC based: Embedded or PC-based options
Max. video resolution: Standard, megapixel and HD
Remote access Y/N: Yes – client or Web interface
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: Yes – Mobile, tablet, PC and web
Hardware format:
Number of concurrent users: Unlimited
Compression method: MJPEG, MPEG4, H.264, MPEG4CCTV and H.264CCTV enabled
Storage capacity: SATA2/SAS (16 x 4TB) = 64Tb. External storage unlimited
Storage and backup type: DVD-RW, DAT, SSD, NAS, JBOD DVD-R Drive or USB connection for backups. Automated, scheduled or manual backup possible
External storage + HDD extendable: External storage and RAID systems with SCSI or i-SCSI connections can be accommodated
Video inputs: 16 composite inputs (expandable to 32) and recommended limit of 32 IP channels
Video outputs: Up to 4
Type of protection and levels: Individual administrator and user privileges
Data export: JPEG, AVI, MPEG2/4 or protected GBF
Network/Internet connectivity: TCP/IP
Integration and other features: Intrusion alarm panels, access control, fire systems, building management, POS, barcode scanners, cash counting systems, number plate recognition
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Motion detection, 3D perimeter detection, motion privacy blanking, ANPR. 8 internal relay ouputs.
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): Keyboard, joystick, mouse and intelligent automation control systems
Certifications: CE, CB, UL, LGC, FCC, EN ISO 9001
Warranty: Standard 2 years, expandable to 5 years
Additional information:
Contact: Charles Volschenk
Tel: +27 11 867 6585
Company: Geutebrück Southern Africa
Product name: net_porter
* Pure network-based NVR for almost any kind of application with built-in high performance 180 W PoE 1 Gbit switch for up to 16 IP cameras, which does not require external ancillary components, such as extra PSUs for IP cameras, switches or midspan components
Embedded or PC based: Embedded or PC-based options
Max. video resolution: Standard, megapixel and HD
Remote access Y/N: Yes – client or Web interface
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option:
Hardware format:
Number of concurrent users: Unlimited
Compression method: MJPEG, MPEG4, H.264, MPEG4CCTV and H.264CCTV enabled
Storage capacity: 4 x SATA HDD drives internally = Max 16 TB
Storage and backup type: Any Windows 7 compatible storage media via USB or via network
External storage + HDD extendable: External storage and RAID systems with SCSI or i-SCSI connections
Video inputs: Only digital/8x RJ-45 1 GBit IP camera ports/optionally expandable to 16x ports
Video outputs: Standardly via connected monitors or optional via RTSP streaming (licence) onto video wall
Type of protection and levels: User specific password protection, user specific functions, proprietary database format, encrypted export possible
Data export: Single picture export JPEG or BMP, MPEG4, AVI, GBF (Geutebrueck backup format)
Network/Internet connectivity: On-board TCP/IP 1 Gbit port for connection to the LAN, up to 16 x 1 GBit
Integration and other features: Intrusion alarm panels, access control, fire, building management, POS, barcode scanners, cash counting, number plate recognition and other third-party products. Free SDK software.
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Basic AD integrated, Advanced AD (optional via licence), optional CPA, ANPR, Motion Privacy
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): Windows 7 Embedded Standard/64 Bit
Certifications: CE, CB, UL, LGC, FCC, EN ISO 9001
Warranty: Standard 2 years, expandable to 5 years
Additional information:
Contact: Charles Volschenk
Tel: +27 11 867 6585
Company: Hikvision Digital Technology
Product name: DS-96128NI-E24/H
* 28ch super NVR
Embedded or PC based: Embedded
Max. video resolution: 8 megapixels
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: iOS, Android
Hardware format: Standalone
Number of concurrent users: 256
Compression method: H.264
Storage capacity: 24 SATA hard drives, each SATA up to 4 TB HDD
Storage and backup type: USB3.0, eSATA, miniSAS
External storage + HDD extendable: Yes, USB3.0, eSATA, miniSAS up to 4TB
Video inputs: 128-ch IP video
Video outputs: 6 HDMI, 1 VGA
Type of protection and levels: Password protection, 3-levels
Data export: MP4
Network/Internet connectivity: TCP/IP protocol, PPPoE, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, NTP, SADP, SMTP, SNMP, UPnP, NFS, and iSCSI are supported
Integration and other features: Redundant power supply, smart search, RAID0,1,5,10, Dual-OS
Built-in alarm or analytics services: No
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): Linux
Certifications: CE, UL, FCC
Warranty: 3 years
Additional information:
Contact: Ada Han
Tel: +86 571 88075998
Company: Miro distribution
Product name: QNAP VS-1004L
* QNAP 1 Bay, 4 channel NVR
* Real-time monitoring and recording from multiple IP cameras (up to 4 channels)
* Dual display mode
* Video search by date and time, timeline, and event
* Multi-view playback from multiple NVR servers
Embedded or PC based: Linux - Embedded
Max. video resolution: 1024 x 768 pixels or above
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: Remote surveillance on Android tablet/phone, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch via Vmobile
Hardware format: Standalone
Number of concurrent users: 1 channel
Compression method: H.264,M-PEG4, M-JPEG
Storage capacity: 1X 3.5 SATA i/ii Hard disk drive
Storage and backup type: Schedule video backup to a NAS on the local network
External storage + HDD extendable:
Video inputs:
Video outputs: x3 USB 2.0 port (front 1, back 2), Support USB Pen, USB – UPS
Type of protection and levels: K-lock security slot for theft protection
Data export: AVI (QNAP codec is required for playback)
Network/Internet connectivity: HTTP, HTTPS, TCP/IP, SMTP, DHCP, Static IP, DNS, DDNS, FTP, NTP, UPnP
Integration and other features:
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Advanced event management
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc):
Certifications:
Warranty: 3 years
Additional information:
Contact: Izelle Ackermann
Tel: +27 12 657 0960
Company: Miro distribution
Product name: QNAP VS-12148RM
* Network surveillance with Full HD 1080p local display
* Remote video playback
* Easy configuration and management
Embedded or PC based: Linux - Embedded
Max. video resolution:
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: Remote surveillance on Android tablet/phone, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch via Vmobile
Hardware format: 2U, Rack mountable
Number of concurrent users: 48 channel
Compression method: H.264/MPEG-4/M-JPEG/MxPEG
Storage capacity: 12 x 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gb/s, SATA 3 Gbps hard drive
Storage and backup type: Schedule video data backup to a NAS on the local network
External storage + HDD extendable: Schedule video data backup to a NAS on the local network
Video inputs:
Video outputs: 1x VGA
Type of protection and levels: Different user groups and rights can be assigned to different users. Specify the connections to be allowed and denied to access the VioStor NVR. Automatic user logoff from idling configuration pages.
Data export: AVI (QNAP codec is required for playback)
Network/Internet connectivity: HTTP, HTTPS, TCP/IP, SMTP, DHCP, Static IP, DNS, DDNS, FTP, NTP, UPnP, failover, load-balancing, multi-IP setting
Integration and other features: Microsoft Windows Vista/ 7/ 8 or Mac OS X 10.7.x, 10.8.x
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Motion detection, foreign object, missing object, out of focus, camera occlusion, advanced event management, disk management
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): 2 x USB 3.0; 4 x USB 2.0
Certifications: CE, FCC, VCCI, BSMI, C-Tick
Warranty: 3 years
Additional information:
Contact: Izelle Ackermann
Tel: +27 12 657 0960
Company: Miro distribution
Product name: QNAP VS-8124
* Supports megapixel cameras (up to 10-megapixel)
* High performance at a throughput rate of 400 Mbps
* Remote video playback
* Mobile surveillance by Vmobile
* High reliability and smart features
Embedded or PC based: Linux - Embedded
Max. video resolution: 1024 x 768 pixels or above
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: Yes - Vmobile
Hardware format: Tower
Number of concurrent users: 128-channel monitoring from multiple NVR servers
Compression method: H.264/MPEG-4/M-JPEG/MxPEG
Storage capacity: 8 x 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gbps, SATA 3 Gbps hard drive
Storage and backup type: Schedule video data backup to a NAS on the local network
External storage + HDD extendable: 4 TB per bay depends on model and make
Video inputs: 24 channel
Video outputs: 1x HDMI, 1x VGA
Type of protection and levels: Different user groups and rights can be assigned to different users, specify the connections to be allowed
Data export: AVI (QNAP codec is required for playback)
Network/Internet connectivity: HTTP, HTTPS, TCP/IP, SMTP, DHCP, Static IP, DNS, DDNS, FTP, NTP, UPnP, failover, load-balancing, multi-IP setting
Integration and other features: Microsoft Windows Vista/ 7/8 or Mac OS X 10.7.x, 10.8.x
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Motion detection, foreign object, missing object, out of focus, camera occlusion, advanced event management, disk management
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): 2 x USB 3.0; 4 x USB 2.0
Certifications: CE, FCC, VCCI, BSMI, C-Tick
Warranty: 3 years
Additional information:
Contact: Izelle Ackermann
Tel: +27 12 657 0960
Company: Miro distribution
Product name: QNAP VS-4116PRO
* High performance at a throughput rate of 250 Mbps
* Supports up to 16 TB of storage capacity
* Remote video playback
* Mobile surveillance by Vmobile
* High reliability and smart features
Embedded or PC based: Linux-embedded system
Max. video resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: Remote surveillance on Android tablet/phone, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch via Vmobile
Hardware format: Standalone
Number of concurrent users: Up to 16 supported recording channels
Compression method: H.264/MPEG-4/M-JPEG/MxPEG
Storage capacity: 4 x 3,5-inch SATA 6Gbps, SATA 3 Gbps hard drive
Storage and backup type: Schedule video data backup to a NAS on the local network
External storage + HDD extendable: 4 TB per bay depends on model and make
Video inputs:
Video outputs: 1x HDMI
Type of protection and levels: Different user groups and rights can be assigned to different users. Specify the connections to be allowed.
Data export: AVI (QNAP codec is required for playback)
Network/Internet connectivity: HTTP, HTTPS, TCP/IP, SMTP, DHCP, Static IP, DNS, DDNS, FTP, NTP, UPnP, failover, load-balancing, multi-IP setting
Integration and other features: Microsoft Windows Vista/ 7/8 or Mac OS
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Motion detection, foreign object, missing object, out of focus, camera occlusion, advanced event management, disk management
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): USB mouse, USB keyboard, USB sound card, and USB UPS
Certifications: CE, FCC, VCCI, BSMI
Warranty: 3 years
Additional information:
Contact: Izelle Ackermann
Tel: +27 12 657 0960
Company: Miro distribution
Product name: QNAP VS-2108PRO
* High quality H.264, MPEG-4, M-JPEG, and MxPEG recordings
* Network surveillance with Full HD 1080p local display
* Remote video playback
Embedded or PC based: Linux-embedded system
Max. video resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: Remote surveillance on Android tablet/phone, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch via Vmobile
Hardware format: Standalone
Number of concurrent users: Up to 8 supported recording channels
Compression method: H.264/MPEG-4/M-JPEG/MxPEG
Storage capacity: 2 x 3.5-inch SATA 6 Gbps, SATA 3 Gbps hard drive
Storage and backup type: Schedule video data backup to a NAS on the local network
External storage + HDD extendable:
Video inputs:
Video outputs: 1 x HDMI
Type of protection and levels: Different user groups and rights can be assigned to different users. Specify the connections to be allowed and denied to access the VioStor NVR. Automatic user logoff from idling configuration pages. Detailed event logs.
Data export: AVI (QNAP codec is required for playback)
Network/Internet connectivity: HTTP, HTTPS, TCP/IP, SMTP, DHCP, Static IP, DNS, DDNS, FTP, NTP, UPnP, failover, load-balancing, multi-IP setting
Integration and other features: Microsoft Windows Vista/7/8 or Mac OS
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Motion detection, foreign object, missing object, out of focus, camera occlusion, advanced event management, disk management
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): USB mouse, USB keyboard, USB sound card, and USB UPS
Certifications: CE, FCC, VCCI, BSMI
Warranty: 3 years
Additional information:
Contact: Izelle Ackermann
Tel: +27 12 657 0960
Company: Reditron SA
Product name: Samsung SRN-4000
* Up to 64ch and 5 MP supported
* 400 Mbps network camera recording
* Max. 12 Hot swap HDDs (RAID 5/6)
* VGA/HDMI local monitor
* Redundant hot swap power supply
Embedded or PC based: Linux Embedded
Max. video resolution: 1080p
Remote access Y/N: Yes
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: iPhone, iPad, Android mobile devices
Hardware format: Rack mount standard
Number of concurrent users: 33
Compression method: H.264, MJPEG, JPEG
Storage capacity: SATA 2 TB supplied up to 36 TB
Storage and backup type: No media, network only
External storage + HDD extendable: Yes, NAS (iSCSI): vessRaid 1840i, Max. 192TB (JBOD)
Video inputs: 1 x RJ45 (64 cameras)
Video outputs: None
Type of protection and levels: SEC+REC (Samsung encryption)
Data export: USB x 2
Network/Internet connectivity: TCP/IP
Integration and other features: CMS software, client software, mobile app
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Analytics dependent on camera, management software
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): Onboard Linux, mouse for system control
Certifications: Safety= UL, KC; EMC=CE, FCC, CCC, Ghost-R
Warranty: 12 months
Additional information:
Contact: Brian Wynberger
Tel: 087 802 CCTV(2288)
Company: Sunell
Product name: SN-NVR10-02E2-008NSEP8_8chPOE NVR
* Recording 8 channel 1080P/720P with 8ch POE
* High Profile H.264 High Profile 4.2
* Recording 8 channel 1080P/720P
* Supporting 2*4 TB (up to 8 TB total)
* 8ch PoE support (total x8)
* High definition output HDMI/VGA
* Simple to use GUI with mouse control
* Auto Add Device & Auto Schedule Recording
Embedded or PC based: Embedded
Max. video resolution: 1080P
Remote access Y/N: Yes (with DYNDNS)
Mobile/tablet management/viewing option: Smart Phone iOS or Android free app
Hardware format: Standalone
Number of concurrent users: 1
Compression method: H.264
Storage capacity: SATA, each drive up to 4 TB (total x2)
Storage and backup type: TS(HDD)
External storage + HDD extendable: No
Video inputs: 8ch IP
Video outputs: None
Type of protection and levels: Yes, password
Data export: TS, AVI
Network/Internet connectivity: TCP/UDP/RTP/RTCP, HTTP,DHCP,DNS,RTMP
Integration and other features: Smart Search: Auto Search
Built-in alarm or analytics services: Built-in management software: UI
System operation (keyboard, mouse, touch-screen, etc): Embedded operating system. OSD keyboard
Certifications: CE/FCC/RoHS compliant
Warranty: 2 years
Additional information:
Contact: MJ Oosthuizen
Tel: +86 755 8602 6374
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