Arkangel 0 Posted September 17, 2012 Been lurking on the forum lately and have learned A TON. I have decided I would like to look into a Hybrid DVR, start off with 3-4 analog cameras and add 1-2 IP cameras when the funds allow. I know Hybrid DVR's are Significantly more expensive, and was hoping you folks could offer some suggestions for a decent model, while keeping cost as low as possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIPE 0 Posted December 10, 2012 Did you find one yet? I bought direct from Lin Vision in China. $728 + DHL shipping + 5% to Alibaba.com. Model is Dahua DVR-9116HFI-H16 which is identical to this one: http://www.dvrsystems.net/watchnet-eh-rtd1-16-channel-stand-alone-dvr-system.pdf for $2,799.00. Andy Chen is the rep for Lin Vision and can connect via Skype at andy.linovision. Some people will tell you to buy a better DVR/NVR but maybe they have the money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIPE 0 Posted January 2, 2013 Correction: My Dahua hybrid DVR is equivalent to this one for $1699: http://www.dvrsystems.net/dahua-d-h1604-16-channel-standalone-hybrid-security-dvr-recorder.html Still a good deal and the equipment arrived in good condition compared to what I could have purchased - the salesman gave me no information or specifications. His sales strategy might have worked for more gullible people with money to blow but I'm on a budget. Anyone have an opinion about http://ipvm.com/ pro membership for training videos? They are the only reliable source of training I have found. Don't know what the membership will buy me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tomcctv 190 Posted January 2, 2013 If your looking for hybrid I would leave the dahua alone It's not a true hybrid ..... And that unit is well over priced ...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Invisible 0 Posted March 10, 2016 Hi, Someone help access Andy Granville DVR firmware upgrade link. I tried adding Hik Vision HD cameras, but it refused to accept the cameras. Any help? Paul. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites