NEW JVC FIRMWARE UPGRADE
ALLOWS
MULTIPLE NVRS TO BE
CONFIGURED AS SINGLE SYSTEM
WAYNE, NEW
JERSEY (March 24, 2010) – JVC
Professional Products, a division of JVC U.S.A., will demonstrate
new Version 5.2 firmware, a free upgrade for its VR-N900U and
VR-N1600U network video recorders, at ISC
West 2010 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV,
March 24-26 (Booth 10034). Among the new features is a master/slave
configuration that allows multiple NVRs to be connected over the
network in tandem without a PC.
The new master/slave configuration creates an
integrated monitoring system that essentially expands an existing
network without replacing equipment. Users can connect multiple JVC
NVRs and share resources between them. For example, a camera
connected to one NVR can be monitored through other NVRs – or
remote users can see images from multiple NVRs on one screen. The
new configuration requires no additional software or camera
licenses, and each NVR records images locally or to network attached
storage.
For
customers who use SNMP software to monitor network-attached devices,
the JVC NVR firmware upgrade provides the tools to manage network
traffic and device performance. Users can provide critical status of
NVR recording, CPU operation, camera connection status, and more. In
addition, JVC NVRs now support dynamic DNS (DDNS), which allows
customers to use the host names rather than IP addresses to connect
remotely. Plus, a new HDD meter application allows users to check
hard drive status and remaining space.
“This firmware upgrade provides an
out-of-the-box enterprise solution for the entire installed base of
JVC NVRs at no additional cost to our customers,” said Geoff
Anderson, JVC marketing and brand manager
for security products. “JVC
continues to offer system upgrades with no hidden fees. Our
license-free approach helps customers manage their budgets and
drives down the total cost of ownership.”
JVC has also added several
camera drivers,
which simplifies network installation. The new firmware offers
pre-installed drivers for JVC NV-X35U, VN-V685U, VN-V686B series,
VN-V225 series, and VN-X235 series cameras, as well as Axis
Communications AXIS 209FD network cameras. Hundreds of other cameras
and network devices are easily integrated with the JVC system with a
few mouse clicks. Menu navigation has also been improved for easier
setup.
The VR-N1600U is a 16
camera NVR, while the VR-9000U supports nine cameras. Milestone
XProtect Enterprise is pre-installed on both models to provide
advanced functionality, while basic operations are possible through
an intuitive, VCR-like front panel or via optional keyboard and
mouse. The all-in-one design provides viewing, recording, and
playback for high reliability and easy maintenance.
Version 5.2 firmware is a free upgrade
available for download by registered partners at www.jvc.com/pro.
Click the “V.Networks” button on the home page, then click the
“Downloads” button to find the link. Current VR-N900U and
VR-N1600U customers should contact the national sales department of
JVC Professional Products at (800)582-5825 to get the firmware
upgrade.
ABOUT JVC PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS
JVC Professional Products, JVC U.S.A.,
located in Wayne, New Jersey, is a leading supplier of IP network
and analog security cameras, network video recorders, monitors, and
management systems to the video security industry. Its V.Networks
product line of has earned a solid reputation for quality and
reliability, and provides superior picture quality for thousands of
installations worldwide. For more information about this, or any
other JVC professional product, contact JVC at (800)582-5825 or
visit JVC’s Web site at http://pro.jvc.com.
VR-N1600U