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Digitally Record Up to 8 Weeks of Multi-Camera Video Footage
8 Camera 80GB Digital Video Recorder
EchoVue 8-Channel Digital Video Recorder
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8ch Digital Video Recorder w/160G Drive
Item# 77308
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Overview

  • Store 4-8 weeks of video on its robust 160GB hard drive
  • Find and view recorded events without interrupting the recording process
  • View cameras remotely over the Internet
  • Built-in 8 Channel Multiplexer

Essential Info

It used to be that if you wanted to remotely view and digitally store surveillance images from a multi-camera system, you would need: A) A remote access system; B) a camera multiplexer; C) a time-lapse VCR, and D) an unlimited supply of videotapes. But not any more! Now you can get the capabilities of all those products in one with just one EchoVue 8-Channel Digital Video Recorder (DVR).

Due to excessive weight, Smarthome will add a heavy-item shipping charge to this item. This charge will be reflected in the shipping amount on the check-out page.


Important notes:
  • Smarthome does not offer technical support on this product, please contact the manufacturer directly for all product support.
  • Only merchandise credit for defective items returned within 30 days of purchase. No other returns allowed on this item.

Manuals/Software

What's Included

  • EchoVue 8-Channel Digital Video Recorder
  • Remote control
  • More Info


    EchoVue 8-Channel Digital Video Recorders have no tapes to maintain, replace, or rewind. That means they can be set up once and virtually forgotten about until you have to review video footage. Its robust 160GB hard drive allows continuous recording for up to 4 to 8 weeks under the most common recording conditions. Recording time varies depending on quality, number of cameras recorded and recording rate. When the available hard drive storage space is used, the EchoVue 8-Channel Digital Video Recorder will automatically record over the beginning of the video. No more worrying about rewinding or changing tapes, or replacing them as they wear out.

    Simultaneous Playback and Recording
    Another great feature of the EchoVue 8-Channel Digital Video Recorder that you can't get from an ordinary time-lapse VCR is the ability to view recorded video while the system continues to record. For example, you can view a specific time, date and camera number without having to stop the recording. Search functions during playback allow frame-by-frame viewing, fast playback, and playback of alarm events.

    Remote Monitoring
    Thanks to EchoVue software, you'll also be able to monitor the camera site remotely over the Internet. This allows users to view and download both live and recorded images from anywhere in the world you can access the Web. If equipped with pan/tilt cameras, the system will even let you control where in the room the camera is being aimed.

    Easy Access to Front Panel Control
    Operating and programming the EchoVue is effortless with the easily accessible front control panel. This makes it easy for you to place the DVR in locations where you don't have easy access to the rear of the equipment.

    Built-in 8-Channel Multiplexer
    A quad/switching display of live video from all four cameras can be viewed during recording.

    Alarm Trigger or Continuous Recording
    Recording can be done continuously, for a scheduled time in a 24-hour period, or on an alarm input basis. Each camera has its own alarm input for alarm-activated recording. Using a combination of these programmable features allows the user to extend the total recording time. This model features built-in pixel-based motion-activated recording.

    Password Protection
    The EchoVue uses password protection to guard against unauthorized or unintentional recording or playback.

    Embedded Linux Operating System (O/S)
    EchoVue has much higher reliability than PC based DVR due to its high-performance CPU (32BIT RISK CPU) with the Embedded Linux OS.

    Multitasking Operation
    Live view, playback and network transmission can be performed while recording.
    SCSI Port for external back-up device

    Other features include:

  • 1 Channel Audio Recording
  • Quad/Switching Display for Live Viewing While Recording
  • Built-in Motion Detection
  • Easy Playback and Forward/Reverse Search with Jog/Shuttle Operation
  • Playback by Date, Time, Camera or Alarm Events
  • SCSI Port for External Back-up Devices
  • P/T/Z Camera Control
  • Network Connection (RJ-45 Ethernet) and Remote Client Software
  • On-Screen Menu Programming
  • Compatible with Most Analog Monitors

    Trying to decide between this '05 version and the older '04 version? The following chart outlines the differences between them:

  • Specifications

    Differences Between EchoVue '04 and '05 Series DVRs

    Feature'04 Series'05 Series
    Motion Recording Functionality:All cameras must be set to motion recordingSet some cameras to motion recording and some cameras to record constantly
    Backups:USB 1.1 - can only use a USB thumb drive for backups
    Hot-swappable hard drive - easily swap out the hard drive and replace with a different one
    USB 2.0 - use a USB thumb drive, external CD/DVD drive, or external hard drive for backups
    Remote View Software:Central Management Software (full functionality)
    Supports simultaneous viewing of multiple DVRs on your computer
    Use CMS in your web browser to view 1 DVR at a time
    More advanced functionality than '05 DVR Web viewer
    Central Management Software (limited functionality)
    DVR Web Viewer used to view 1 DVR at a time


    Specifications

    Manufacturer:EchoVue
    Manufacturer Product No.:805
    Recording Modes:Continuous, Alarm, and Scheduled
    Playback:By date, time, camera or alarm events
    Alarm Inputs:8 pairs, push-in, Normally open dry contact
    Alarm Outputs:1 pair of relay contacts, push-in, Normally open latching Form A
    Monitor Output:1 BNC and 1 S-Video
    Input Voltage:110v-220v, 50/60 Hz
    Video Standards:NTSC or PAL, switchable
    Video Compression:Wavelet
    Resolution:Display: 720x480
    Recording: 720x243
    Recording Speed:1-60 fps (NTSC)
    Video Storage:160 GB hard drive
    Dimensions:14.2" w x 13.25" d x 4.25" h


    Images/Video

    Close-up of Digital Video Recorder Front Panel  Close-up of Digital Video Recorder Back Panel  View and control over the Internet   
    Close-up of Digital Video Recorder Front Panel  Close-up of Digital Video Recorder Back Panel  View and control over the Internet   

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    CRISTOBAL TORNE -- zapopan, JALISCO, XX   9/28/2007
    exelent product
    CESAR -- bedford hills, NY   7/21/2007
    At first it was difficult to get through all the menus and figuring out specifics... The manual is very basic and does not give you any details as to operations, suggestions. repairing issues etc. I did speak with someone last weekend regarding connect and viewing on my PC and was supposed to get a call back... Never got it and will now need to start over with another Tech representative.
    Cesar -- NY   7/14/2007
    The 77308 DVR works well with most cams. The instruction manual leaves alot to question. The unit does not comes with the BNC adapters to connect the cams, which I thought was odd. I wish the technical department had more insight to dealing with Routers and other issues in regards to connecting vai the internet. So far so good... will let you know how it all turns out.
    DAVID -- west chester, PA   12/8/2006
    Works like a charm
    DAVID -- elizabethtown, KY   12/1/2005
    Very nice piece of equipment. The magnetic latch plate came off during shipping and we had to glue it back on but it was not a problem. The recorder works great in a test environment. Web-stream of video works well too. Cumbersome at first to understand but afterwards, it was fine.
    A. Aadam -- chicago, Il   8/21/2005
    I was absolutely amazed with the features of this recorder including zoom, external hard drive capability etc. Excellent product.
    BRIAN -- rome, GA   9/2/2004
    The description for this unit does not cover all of the features of this unit. I pleasantly suprised to find out that the unit will do more than what I originally thought.
    BRIAN -- la mesa, CA   6/23/2004
    Didn't end up needing the recorder. Your 30 return policy was nice. Your return policy gave me trust to use your company over the enternet. It was a postive experience and would definetely use your company again.

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