The iDVR-PRO8 is an 8 camera CCTV digital video recorder (DVR) and part of CCTV Camera Pros new line of H.264 surveillance DVRs that utilize an embedded LINUX operating system. iDVR PRO series DVRs are compatible with MAC and Windows computers for remote viewing, video playback, and configuration management. Users can also access this 8 channel CCTV DVR via all major mobile phone types including the Apple iPhone, Google Android / Droid, Blackberry or Windows Mobile for instant access from anywhere on the go. Free DVR viewer apps for iOS and Android are available to download from the app stores.
DVR viewer software for Mac and Windows is included.
Please Note: The iDVR-PRO8 is no longer manufactured and has been replaced by the new hybrid iDVR-PRO models. The latest iDVR-PROs support analog CCTV cameras as well as the latest 1080p high definition security cameras . This DVR has been replaced by the iDVR-PRO8M . You can learn about all HD iDVR-PROs here .
iDVR PRO series DVRs are available in 8 and 16 channel models and is capable of real time recording (30 frames per second per channel). The iDVR technology offers a stand alone, secure and stable platform for your surveillance video recording. The iDVR has an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) that looks great and is easy to navigate. Both the 8 and 16 camera iDVR PRO DVRs have 4 RCA audio surveillance microphone inputs.
The iDVR PRO has 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, 1 BNC, 4 configurable BNC spot monitor outputs. The pentaplex operation allows for simultaneous live viewing, record, playback, video archive, and network / Internet access. Great features and sleek design make the iDVR PRO a perfect choice for home, business, and government digital video recording needs.
iPhone / iPad Compatible
Android Compatible
Mac Compatible
Custom Surveillance Systems Quote
Did you know? CCTV Camera Pros can provide a complete surveillance system quote that includes an iDVR-PRO, any number of cameras, cables, connectors, power supplies, and monitors? As you have probably already seen on our website, we have 2, 4, 8, and 16 camera surveillance systems in pre-made packages. However, it is not possible for us to package up every combination and quantity of all the different camera models that we carry. So, we can also provide you with a custom quote with as many cameras as you need and a mix of any combination of camera model(s) based on your project requirements.
CCTV Digital Video Recorder Features:
8 Camera Video Inputs (BNC camera inputs)
4 Channel Audio Microphone Inputs (RCA Audio inputs)
Embedded Linux OS
H.264 Codec Video Compression Pentaplex Function - Simultaneous Live / Record / Playback / Archive / Network
Remote Live View via Windows, MAC, iPhone, Android, BlackBerry and Windows Mobile
Compatible with Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, and Google Chrome Web Browsers
HDMI output with HD resolution of 1680 X 1050
480 FPS Recording at CIF Resolution (30 FPS per channel)
60 FPS REcording at D1 Resolution (7.5 FPS per channel)
DVD Burner Included
Video Outputs: 1 HDMI, 1 VGA, 1 BNC, 2 Configurable BNC Spot Monitor Outputs
8 Loop Outputs (1 per Channel)
8 Alarm Inputs / 8 Alarm Outputs
USB Flashdrive Backup, USB CD-RW Backup, DVD-RW Backup
Internal HDD (SATA): 4 (Up to 8TB total video storage)
500GB Hard Drive Included & Installed
Archive via USB Device, CD/DVD-RW, Network & Internal HDD
Network Capability: Gigabit Ethernet w / LAN, DHCP, Dynamic IP & DDNS Support
Watermarked Video & Audio for Taper Proof Security
5 Levels of Recording Quality (Low / Standard / High / Highest / Super)
RS-422/485 for PTZ Speed Dome Controls
Email Motion Notification Support
Playback in Forward & Reverse up to 64x
Remote PTZ Control Support
Use with 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen monitors
Demo: Try Before You Buy!
Would you like to demo an iDVR-PRO before you decide to purchase one? CCTV Camera Pros has a demo surveillance system setup at our office using an iDVR-PRO and a variety of CCTV cameras that we supply. We will supply you with login information and instructions so that you can see what the user experience is like when you remotely access an iDVR-PRO from Mac, Windows, iPhone, iPad, and Android devices. If you need support along the way, we will provide you with help.
iDVR-PRO surveillance DVRs are compatible with iOS. The native iDVR-PRO viewer app for iOS works with iPhone and iPad. Users can view CCTV cameras live from their iOS device. The app also supports search and playback of video surveillance footage recorded to the DVR's hard drive. Click here to see our
image gallery of the DVR viewer app for iDVR-PRO .
You can learn more about the iDVR-PRO security camera viewer app for iOS here .
The following youTube video demonstrates the remote iPhone DVR viewing capability of the iDVR-PRO. The iOS app for iDVR-PRO lets users view all security cameras connected to the iDVR PRO from remotely over the Internet.
NOTE: The video conversion to YouTube degrades the quality of the video. Actual surveillance video viewed on an iPhone is better than what is seen above. Be sure to select 1080p video suring playback in the YouTube player.
The above screenshot shows the iPhone app for iDVR PRO in playback mode. The users is viewing recorded video with 4 cameras on the screen. To here to
see additional images of the iPhone app in live and playback mode .
The iDVR PRO is compatible with MAC laptops and desktops. This is one of the few CCTV DVRs available that allow users to view your surveillance cameras remotely over the Internet from a Macintosh desktop or laptop. Mac users have two options for accessing their DVR remotely: web browser access and the DVR viewer software. The iDVR PRO also support remote video playback using the MAC DVR viewer software that is included. The below screen shows the iDVR-PRO at CCTV Camera Pros West Palm Beach office being accessed from a MAC using the Chrome web browser (Safari and Firefox also supported). Please click here to
see a complete image gallery of the iDVR PRO being viewed from a Mac .
The above image shows an iDVR PRO being accessed on a Mac via the Chrome web browser. The web browser access supports single camera viewing only. Users can select which camera they want displayed via a dropdown box on the web page. The web browser view also supports accessing the DVR's configuration, PTZ camera controls, and viewing the event log.
The Mac DVR viewer software that is included with iDVR-PRO recorders lets users monitor multiple DVR locations and view up to 36 cameras per screen. The Mac software also supports remote playback of surveillance video that has been recorded on the DVR hard drive. Please click here to
see additional screenshots of the Mac software being used to monitor CCTV Camera Pros warehouse .
The Android viewer app for iDVR-PRO lets users view their security cameras on any Android mobile device from remotely over the Internet. The Android app can display 1, 4, 9, and 16 cameras on the screen. In addition to the live camera streaming, the app also has a search and playback feature which lets Android users watch surveillance video that is recorded on the DVR hard drive. Click here to
view more Android app screenshots .
You can learn more about the iDVR-PRO Viewer app for Android here .
The following youTube video demonstrates the remote Android remote viewing capability of the iDVR-PRO. The Android app for iDVR-PRO lets users view all security cameras connected to the iDVR PRO from remotely over the Internet. Users can also search and playback video that has been recorded to the DVR's hard drive.
NOTE: The video conversion to YouTube degrades the quality of the video. Actual surveillance video viewed on an iPhone is better than what is seen above. Be sure to select 1080p video suring playback in the YouTube player.
Sample Android Images
The above image shows the Android DVR viewer app accessing the iDVR-PRO at CCTV Camera Pros office in live camera mode (4 cameras on one screen). Please click here to
see additional images of the Android app in live viewing and recorded video playback modes .
Demo Videos
Want to see more images and demonstration videos using the iDVR-PRO?
Please click here .
iDVR-PRO8 CCTV Digital Video Recorder Specification
View / Print the iDVR-PRO8, 8ch CCTV Digital Video Recorder Specification
iDVR-PRO8 Software Download
Click Here to download the iDVR Pro CMS Software and Codec for Windows Media Player
Camera Server iDVR-PRO8 iDVR-PRO16 Operating System Embedded LINUX Pentaplex Function Simultaneous Live / Record / Playback / Archive / Network Video Compression H.264 Codec(DSP Based) Viewing Frame Rate 240 FPS 480 FPS Total Viewing Frame Rate 240 FPS 480 FPS Video Input 8 CH(BNC) 16CH(BNC) Loop Out 8 CH(BNC) 16CH(BNC) Video Output HDMI MAX 1680 x 1050 VGA Monitor 1 VGA (1024 X 768) Sub Monitor 1 Composite(BNC) / 1 SVHS Spot Out 4 Analog (BNC) (Programmable) Screen Division Live 1,4,6,8 1,4,6,8,9,16 Playback 1,4,8 1,4,16 Audio In/Out 4 Line in(RCA) / 1 Line out(RCA), CODEC:G.711 Alarm In/Out 8 In/ 8 Out 16 In/ 16 Out Storage Up to 4 HDD's(SATA) + 1 ODD, Support External Storage(Option) Archive USB Device, CD/DVD-RW, Network & Internal HDD USB Port 3 Total (2 Front, 1 Rear) PTZ & Keyboard control RS-485 System Control USB Mouse, Front button, Remote controller & Keyboard controller Network Gigabit Ethernet w / LAN, DHCP, Dynamic IP & DDNS Support Power SMPS, MAX.200W, 100~220VAC, 50~60Hz Operating Temperature 32° F~ 104° F Humidity 10 ~ 90% NC Remote Software CMS/RA support, Web Browser, PDA Viewer, Smart Phone
Main Features Live Display OSD On / Off Border Color Selectable Digital Zoom Up to 4X Search Calendar Search Search by Time Event Search Search by Event Panorama Search Frame by Frame / Multi-hour Search Playback Playback Speed Variable Playback (Max 64X) Instant Playback Instant playback mode for quick review Audio Play Synchronized with Video System Video Covert Video will be hidden Live & Playback mode, But it will be recorded PTZ Supported most of PTZ protocol, Preset up to 255 Motion Area Setting Adjustable GRID(16X16), 10 Steps Sensitivity Level Time Synchronization Auto Time Sync. By NTP server User Authority Each User Group has different function System Reliability Watch-Dog, Auto-Recovery after power Failure Firmware Upgrade Via USB Device Configuration Export & Import Setting configuration copy & paste to other DVR via USB S.M.A.R.T. Alarm Auto-Detect & monitoring the HDD's problem Record Resolution Setting By each camera for different resoultion setting(CIF/2CIF/D1) Recording Quality Control 5 Levels (Low / Standard / High / Highest / Super) Recording Schedule By hour, by day, by recording mode, by alarm, by Channel Panic Record Overrides all other recording settings to provide the best quality recording Pre-recording Max. 5 seconds Post-recording Max. 180 seconds Archive Archive Device CD / DVD / USB device File Format AVI format Bookmark Archiving Supported Player Backup player & all players with AVI file format Support
(Codec may be Required)
Network Network Support Type LAN / DHCP / DDNS Net Client & Web Server Port Programmable by User E-mail notification E-mails to specific users to notify events System Configuration Full setup configuration over network Bandwidth limit Limitable Network Bandwidth by User Two-Way Audio Communication via web interface Others Watermark Watermarked Video & Audio for security
Great Web Browser Support for Mac 
