Pre-Delivery/Install Checklist

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Do I want Cloud Recording or Onsite Recording?
A key consideration in selecting a video surveillance system is whether your video will be recorded
locally or in the cloud. If your video surveillance needs are limited to a small number of cameras a cloud
recording solution may be a reasonable alternative. Here are 5 reasons an onsite recording solution
may be a better fit for you:
1. An onsite system will enable you to record higher resolution video. Cloud recording solutions
are limited to 720p or 1080p.
2. An onsite recording solution will enable you to store your video for longer. Most cloud
recording solutions limit video retention to 7, 14, or 30 days depending on the plan selected.
3. An onsite recording solution will not use your Internet bandwidth unless you are actively
viewing video remotely. Cloud recording solutions will constantly use your bandwidth, even
when you are not viewing the video remotely.
4. An onsite recording solution will provide a better video streaming experience when viewing over
your high speed local area network. Cloud recording solutions must always transmit video over
the Internet, which is typically a much slower connection.
5. There are no recurring monthly fees associated with an onsite recording solution. For example,
30 days of recording on 8 cameras, a popular cloud recording plan would cost $1500 per year.
But why choose?
The AvertX ProConnect video surveillance platform is a hybrid solution that offers the benefits of cloud
management, online video backup, and online software updates while continuing to deliver the
performance of onsite video recording.
Do I want wired or wireless cameras?
The prospect of placing a camera anywhere without running a wire is very attractive. However, wireless
camera systems are not truly wireless. A wireless camera must have a power source or battery to
provide video 24/7. The requirement for a power source or periodically changing batteries of a wireless
camera greatly diminishes the benefits of having a wireless system. AvertX IP cameras obtain power
from the NVR and send video over a single Ethernet cable up to 300 feet. Running Ethernet cable to a
camera location is usually much easier than adding a new power outlet.
In addition, reliable performance may be difficult to achieve with a wireless system. Wireless cameras
may encounter signal interference, have lower resolution and speed and have less control over the
video. To achieve the absolute best overall performance, reliability, longevity and flexibility for video
surveillance—especially for outdoor applications—a good quality wired IP system is the best answer.
Analog or IP?
There are many reasons for investing in an IP system over an analog system. Here are the top 5:
1. A digital format allows for much more control and flexibility for video capture, recording,
playback, and transmission of the video over the internet and to tablets and mobile phones.
2. IP Cameras are capable of higher resolution for crisp video, image control and digital zoom.
3. IP Cameras are easy to install with single cable for both power and video. If you have existing
network wiring, you can piggyback off it for an even faster installation!
4. IP cameras have intelligent features built-in, such as zoned motion sensing and privacy masking.
5. IP systems can be updated with easy-to-apply software upgrades, extending the life of your
investment.