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PCDVR vs
DVR
A PCDVR is a PC based CCTV digital Video recorder and camera multiplexer in one. PCDVRs can take advantage of advances in
software technology, upgrades to more cameras, greater
recording time and faster remote access are all possible. A PCDVR can be serviced by any computer engineer.
A DVR is a hardware based CCTV digital video
recorder and camera multiplexer. DVRs can be stand alone or
come with Network/Broadband Access. Recording times are
usually lower than a PCDVR.
PCDVR, DVR comparison
table
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ITEM |
DVR |
PCDVR |
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Easy Of Use |
Unfamiliar |
User
Friendly |
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Number of
cameras |
Fixed |
Expandable |
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Recording
Time |
Fixed |
Expandable |
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Internet
Access |
Fixed |
Variable |
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Networking |
Possible |
Standard |
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Motion
Detection |
Optional |
Standard |
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Upgrade |
Need to buy
new |
Fully
upgradeable |
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Service |
Expensive |
Inexpensive |
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