QNAP Announces NVR-1012 Network Surveillance Kit for Home & Office

PRLog (Press Release) – Apr 21, 2008 – The NVR-101 is an instant surveillance system providing professional grade live video recording and real-time remote monitoring/playback service. The complete system is built-on the Linux OS for its proven superb performance yet power-saving feature. In order to bring users more convenience and extra benefits in setting up a network surveillance system, QNAP has considerately selected two value-plus IP cameras for the NVR-1012 kit. The kit can be set up instantly in a few simple steps. All the system configuration and recording/monitoring functions of the NVR are carried out through Internet Explorer and absolutely no complicated software installation is ever required.

Besides the built-in Ethernet connection the cameras also provide a great alternative for home users to connect wirelessly. The state-of-the-art 2-way communication system supports synchronized video and audio monitoring and recording. Users can speak directly for the instant conversation or even use the camera to perform voice-broadcast. The real-time remote monitoring service that is viewable on IE browser can now even stream the live video to any 3GPP-enabled handset.

According to Mr. Peace Kuo, Senior Product Manager from QNAP, "The NVR-1012 kit is an ideal solution to provide day & night protection to your home and office. The unique infrared designed on the camera included in the kit is enabled automatically during the night time to ensure continuous recording and monitoring. We also provided motion detection feature that if a moving object is detected, direct recording is triggered, and an alert email is sent to notify the users. Moreover, precious timestamp is embedded on every single recording for easy video navigation and playback, and even an evidence for police investigation. Such powerful and high-end surveillance combination is rarely available from other surveillance providers. QNAP has taken a major step forward in the home use surveillance market."

The NVR-1012 supports high resolution MPEG-4 and MJPEG recording of up to 4 channels simultaneously. The server supports up to 1TB internal SATA hard drive. The storage capacity can be expanded to 2TB at maximum via eSATA connection to an external hard drive for long-term recording. The energy-saving design of NVR-101 enables non-stop system operation 24x7 at the power consumption of less than 18W, which is more power-saving than an energy-saving bulb. The NVR-101 is also equipped with a low-noise fan for quiet operation. The NVR-1012 is the new generation digital surveillance solution which provides immediate effective protection yet affordable and it is perfect for home and office.