PA2001 0 Posted August 24, 2011 Been shopping for a new 16ch DVR card, and have decided on the GV-1480. There are two versions available, one has the "D-sub type dongle" connectors, and the other has the "DVI dongle". Other than connector type, is there any difference between these cards? Also, from reading other posts, I saw that if I use v. 8.4 software, 16 IP cameras can be added to the system. Is this correct? Lastly, (if this type of question is allowed) a recommendation for a reliable vendor for legit cards at the best price. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Birdman Adam 0 Posted August 25, 2011 After searching around, they look to be exactly the same. The advantage of the DVI card is that 16-ch of video is to one DVI plug, and the 16-ch of audio goes in the other DVI. With the D-type (D-sub) card, you have 2 D-sub connectors to handle 16-ch, and ANOTHER two (in an audio extension card) to handle the 16-ch of audio. So If I had to choose, I'd go with the DVI one, because you don't need to install the other extension card (saves slot space). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
