Defining recording parameters – Interlogix TruVision IP Open Standards Outdoor Cameras User Manual User Manual

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3BChapter 4: Configuring the camera

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Defining recording parameters

You can adjust the video recording parameters to obtain the picture quality and
file size best suited to your needs. Figure 11 below lists the recording options you
can configure for the camera.

Figure 11: Video setting menu

Parameter

Description

Channel name

Name of the camera

Encoding parameters

Specifies the dual streaming method used.

Options include: Main stream and sub stream. Default is Main.

Stream type

Specifies the stream type you wish to record.

Select Video to record video stream only. Select Video&Audio to record
both video and audio streams. Default value is Video&Audio.

Resolution

Specifies the recording resolution. A higher image resolution provides a
higher image quality but also requires a higher bit rate. The resolution
options listed depend on the type of camera and on whether main or
sub stream is being used. If you make changes to this option, you must
reboot the camera to implement the changes. The options are:

Main stream: 352*240, 352 *288, 640*480.

Sub stream: 320*240, 352*240 and 352*288.

Note: Resolutions can vary depending on the camera model.

Image quality

Specifies the quality level of the image.

Value is prepopulated High. It cannot be changed.

Bit rate type

Specifies whether variable or fixed bit rate is used. Variable produces
higher quality results suitable for video downloads and streaming.
Default is Constant.

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