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What is the Hikvision Value Series NVR?
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The Hikvision Value Series NVR is a network video recorder designed for small to medium surveillance deployments, offering reliable recording, remote access and intuitive management.
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What are the key features of the Value Series NVR?
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Key features include up to 8–16 channels, H.265+ compression, PoE ports, Smart Search, mobile app support and up to 80 Mbps recording bandwidth.
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How many channels can the Value Series NVR support?
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Depending on the model, the Value Series NVR supports 8, 16 or 32 channels for IP camera recording and live view.
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What maximum camera resolution is supported by the Value Series NVR?
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The Value Series NVR supports up to 12 MP camera resolution to ensure high-definition recording and playback.
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Does the Value Series NVR support H.265+ compression?
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Yes, the Value Series NVR supports H.265+ compression to reduce storage usage by up to 50% compared to H.264.
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How much storage can the Value Series NVR accommodate?
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The Value Series NVR accommodates up to two SATA hard drives, each supporting capacities up to 10 TB, for a total of 20 TB.
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Can I connect third-party cameras to the Value Series NVR?
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Yes, the Value Series NVR is ONVIF Profile S compliant, enabling interoperability with most third-party IP cameras.
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Does the Value Series NVR offer PoE ports?
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Certain models include built-in PoE ports (4, 8 or 16) that deliver power and data over a single Ethernet cable for plug-and-play installation.
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How do I access live view remotely on the Value Series NVR?
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Use the Hik-Connect or iVMS-4500 mobile app, or a web browser via EZVIZ Cloud P2P, to access live view, playback and system settings remotely.
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Does the Value Series NVR support mobile app monitoring?
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Yes, it supports Hik-Connect and iVMS-4500 for Android and iOS, providing push notifications, live view and PTZ control on mobile devices.
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What is the setup process for the Value Series NVR?
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Setup involves plugging in cameras, connecting to a router or PoE switch, installing hard drives, and using the Quick Setup Wizard on the local GUI.
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Can I integrate the Value Series NVR with alarm systems?
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Yes, the NVR features alarm I/O ports and supports alarm linkage to trigger camera recording, snapshots or notifications upon sensor activation.
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What backup options are available on the Value Series NVR?
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You can back up video or configuration files via USB export, network FTP upload, or remote download through the web interface.
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How energy efficient is the Hikvision Value Series NVR?
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The Value Series NVR uses energy-efficient hardware and intelligent HDD management to reduce overall power consumption by up to 30%.
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Is firmware upgrade available for the Value Series NVR?
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Yes, firmware updates can be performed via USB, TFTP or the web interface to ensure the latest features and security patches.
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What warranty and support does Hikvision provide for the Value Series NVR?
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Hikvision offers a two-year limited warranty, free technical support and regular firmware updates for the Value Series NVR.
