Is this DVR a higher quality than my 8 Channel QS-558 DVR?
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Looks like the QS-558-852-1 provides a better recording video. That is based on the specs that say this DVR wil record about 8 frames/sec and yours might record at 30 frames/sec. 8-FPS is good enough for me. I need more channels or cameras rather than more frames/sec. REF: http://www.amazon.com/QS558-852-1-Channel-Security-Surveillance-High-Resolution/dp/B009HPBPOY
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Please let me know what connections did you use to get this improvement? I am experiencing the same problem. Did you use component out from DirectTV HD DVR and/or SD DVD player to the receiver? Did you use a separate digital out to the receiver for the sound?
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I replaced one of the Q-see CCTV cameras with this one. It records fine on to the Q-see DVR with no problem.
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You say u have a four channel dvr but you dont say how many channels you are using...if using all four answer is no......if using less the answer is yes.
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Yes it is. You can use any analog camera with this dvr. What's the resolution on the cameras you are planning to use. This dvr can support upto D1. Which is close to HD.
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Yes. More importantly, the DVR system is what allows you to view these cameras from your cell phone or computer. Check out ELEC HDMI 8 Channel DVR Security Recorder. Easy to set up. Allows for remote viewing of your cameras. fyi.. Choose a camera with 700 TVL. I found that anything less does NOT provide good clarity/quality.
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I see something similar, possibly. We have a 622 DVR hooked up to our audio system via HDMI cable, which is sending audio and video signals to the receiver correctly, but HD channels are about half as loud as non-HD channels. I've put the receiver in a 'direct' mode to bypass the user settings, just to check, and that didn't make a difference, tried manually setting volume biases in the receiver (-X dB for analog/digital), but no luck there either. I'm thinking that it has something to do with the HDMI output rather than the A/V setup at this point. Do you see this as well?
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Absolutely. I replaced my older "Q-See" dvr with this one and my cameras work the same.
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Only happen on the DVR? Go in to the settings on the DVR and see what they have on the menu for video aspect and HDMI output - set to 16x9 and 720P if it's not set.
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DVR is connected to a drive or RCA input, BNC output has original, but bring an adapter RCA
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It's not the DVR, it's your cameras. You need to get cameras with better night vision.
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The TVL rating is for the cameras the DVR will output whatever it receives from the camera.I have this unit it works very well i have both wired and wireless cameras attached to it and have not had any problems.But if you want really clear and crisp video get cameras with a high tvl.
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The GS model has a g-sensor built in. The 23 dollar one for sale from FJLove is more than likely not a real DVR207 even the pictures in the listing show it is not.
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As long as your DVR has at least one audio input jack (RCA style female to match the male jack on the cable) you are good to go. I think you will be pleased with the quality of the microphone and its ability to pick up quality sound. We recently had a hit and run across the street to a neighbor's car and the microphone not only picked up the bang (that was easy) but also the conversations that that the occupants in the suspect car had when they got out to look at the damage they had caused ('move the car across the street and they won't know you did it'). The police loved the audio and of course the great video that I had to give to them too. Case closed! As long as your DVR has at least one audio input jack (RCA style female to match the male jack on the cable) you are good to go. I think you will be pleased with the quality of the microphone and its ability to pick up quality sound. We recently had a hit and run across the street to a neighbor's car and the microphone not only picked up the bang (that was easy) but also the conversations that that the occupants in the suspect car had when they got out to look at the damage they had caused ('move the car across the street and they won't know you did it'). The police loved the audio and of... » Read More As long as your DVR has at least one audio input jack (RCA style female to match the male jack on the cable) you are good to go. I think you will be pleased with the quality of the microphone and its ability to pick up quality sound. We recently had a hit and run across the street to a neighbor's car and the microphone not only picked up the bang (that was easy) but also the conversations that that the occupants in the suspect car had when they got out to look at the damage they had caused ('move the car across the street and they won't know you did it'). The police loved the audio and of course the great video that I had to give to them too. Case closed! « Show Less
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I have my unit set up on continuous record and i get about a week operating with 8 camera's before i have to reformat the DVR.
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I saw it in Sams Club for a little over $1200.00. I compared the video to a Samsung (4 camera) system for around $550.00 which was next to it and the video of me was less blurry than the Samsung but I didn't think the video was worth $1200.00 for the system. It also had a 1 tb hard drive. With that said, a 16 channel DVR with 8 cameras is alot of security, and $1200.00 is probably a good buy for that amount of security, but I'd rather have better video!
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Thanks so much for the response! My husband suspected as much. The DirectV tech is coming back Sun. 1/1 to install the HD DVR receiver for the sum of $129 which includes running another cable (for $50). We question this extra cable thing and wonder if it will be necessary. I'll report the results. If the problem is not fixed, we will return the set as I refuse to watch a 'stretched out' picture!BTW, our 32' Sumsung (also new) in another room, already on the satellite DVR, does have that setting to enlarge and the picture is fine. HOWEVER, the blacks are too black (dark objects seem to run in together) even though I've tried all the adjustments. Any suggestions?Thanks again. Thanks so much for the response! My husband suspected as much. The DirectV tech is coming back Sun. 1/1 to install the HD DVR receiver for the sum of $129 which includes running another cable (for $50). We question this extra cable thing and wonder if it will be necessary. I'll report the results. If the problem is not fixed, we will return the set as I refuse to watch a 'stretched out' picture!BTW, our 32' Sumsung (also new) in another room, already on the satellite DVR, does have that setting to enlarge and the picture is fine. HOWEVER, the blacks are too black (dark objects... » Read More Thanks so much for the response! My husband suspected as much. The DirectV tech is coming back Sun. 1/1 to install the HD DVR receiver for the sum of $129 which includes running another cable (for $50). We question this extra cable thing and wonder if it will be necessary. I'll report the results. If the problem is not fixed, we will return the set as I refuse to watch a 'stretched out' picture!BTW, our 32' Sumsung (also new) in another room, already on the satellite DVR, does have that setting to enlarge and the picture is fine. HOWEVER, the blacks are too black (dark objects seem to run in together) even though I've tried all the adjustments. Any suggestions?Thanks again. « Show Less