Glossary of Terms
Connectors
The connectors used by the DVR and cameras are camera connectors. They are quick turn and
attach or release connectors
CCTV
CCTV or closed-circuit television uses video cameras to view on a monitor. The DVR can then be
used to record the images
DVR
The main unit is a DVR or Digital Video Recorder. It has all of the smarts to detect motion, record,
playback and connect to the internet
Motion Recording
The DVR is equipped with motion detection technology. When enabled, if motion occurs in the
vision of the camera, the DVR will begin recording
Night Vision
The cameras are equipped with infrared LEDs which emit light the human eye cannot see.
This allows vision in low light or “night vision”
PTZ Control
Some higher end cameras are equipped with PTZ or Pan / Tilt / Zoom functionality.
When connected to the DVR, the DVR can be used to control the camera
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