RBraverman 0 Posted July 23, 2007 I can get on of these very cheap, 3 HD's and 16 port, BUT (ain't there always...) no OS nor camera/card drivers/software. I'm assuming (semi-newbie here) that one stuffs Linux or Windows on it and then loads the software for the cards. But there's the rub, what software do these units use? Also, can one explain this: I've also got (given to me) a 16 port Kodicom card, but I see that only 4 are "real-time". What do the other 12 do? If that is a stupid question and there iis a FAQ or readme, by all means tell me where to go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scorpion 0 Posted July 23, 2007 I am not an expert at computer DVR cards. I only posted to tell you that you may want to edit the last sentence, becuase wiseguys like me might tell you where to go! LOL! I wish I could help you here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DVR-King 0 Posted July 24, 2007 I am familiar with Opticom's DVRs but have not heard of the "P" model. Please provide more info about the capture card if possible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RBraverman 0 Posted July 24, 2007 I am familiar with Opticom's DVRs but have not heard of the "P" model. Please provide more info about the capture card if possible. That's the problem, it's all-together and I don't have access to the brand of card. All I know is that there are 4 SEPARATE cards. I've tried to attach a pic of the rear - don't want to open until I know a bit more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rory 0 Posted July 24, 2007 Open the case side and take out one of the cards .. post a photo of that so we can see what it is. Dont touch the circuits, and touch the bare metal of the case to ground yourself before taking the card out; or buy a cheap anti-static wrist band. Rory Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DVR-King 0 Posted July 24, 2007 Open the case side and take out one of the cards .. post a photo of that so we can see what it is. Dont touch the circuits, and touch the bare metal of the case to ground yourself before taking the card out; or buy a cheap anti-static wrist band. Rory actually no need for this, i recognize this DVR. install windows 2000 or XP make the C: partition about 20GB when I get home I will PM you with the software required Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RBraverman 0 Posted July 24, 2007 Open the case side and take out one of the cards .. post a photo of that so we can see what it is. Dont touch the circuits, and touch the bare metal of the case to ground yourself before taking the card out; or buy a cheap anti-static wrist band. Rory actually no need for this, i recognize this DVR. install windows 2000 or XP make the C: partition about 20GB when I get home I will PM you with the software required GREAT! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DVR-King 0 Posted July 24, 2007 i just sent the link to you now. I just want to let you know.....ive worked with a lot of DVR's over the years and I must say that this is the worst one. The program frequently crashes and has no watchdog support. I would not recommend installing it for a client you want to keep. But it should be ok for personal use. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DVR-King 0 Posted July 24, 2007 ok so I cant PM or post a link, until I post a few more times. If you want to PM me with your email address i can forward the link to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RBraverman 0 Posted July 24, 2007 ok so I cant PM or post a link, until I post a few more times. If you want to PM me with your email address i can forward the link to you. I can't pm either - not enough posts. Lemme see if I can add up to 10. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RBraverman 0 Posted July 24, 2007 I am not an expert at computer DVR cards. I only posted to tell you that you may want to edit the last sentence, becuase wiseguys like me might tell you where to go! LOL! I figured they'd only reassure me that I DO know where to go I wish I could help you here! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RBraverman 0 Posted July 24, 2007 Open the case side and take out one of the cards .. post a photo of that so we can see what it is. Dont touch the circuits, and touch the bare metal of the case to ground yourself before taking the card out; or buy a cheap anti-static wrist band. Rory actually no need for this, i recognize this DVR. install windows 2000 or XP 98 work? Less overhead. make the C: partition about 20GB when I get home I will PM you with the software required Ignore this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RBraverman 0 Posted July 24, 2007 i just sent the link to you now. I just want to let you know.....ive worked with a lot of DVR's over the years and I must say that this is the worst one. The program frequently crashes and has no watchdog support. I would not recommend installing it for a client you want to keep. But it should be ok for personal use. It's the software? Hardware okay? I think I've got my 10 posts to PM - REALLY sorry for this all, saw no other way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DVR-King 0 Posted July 24, 2007 i just sent the link to you now. I just want to let you know.....ive worked with a lot of DVR's over the years and I must say that this is the worst one. The program frequently crashes and has no watchdog support. I would not recommend installing it for a client you want to keep. But it should be ok for personal use. It's the software? Hardware okay? I think I've got my 10 posts to PM - REALLY sorry for this all, saw no other way. it depends, let me know if you get any errors Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
