Pelco Migration Guide

Expanded Recording Capabilities

 This tool helps Pelco customers in their migration to newer Pelco
products or those with greater capability to meet expanded needs.
Choose the starting platform and learn about the product(s) Pelco
recommends as the best growth alternative. Select the corresponding
tab to review the essentials of platform migration.
Each section features a real or composite use-case, depicting a typical
environment that might benefit from the recommended migration.
Online training modules addressing platform migration are also
available on Pelco.com.

Suggested Product Migration Paths

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Starting Platform Primary Benefits Page
Expansion Platform

DVR5100 DX4800 Real-time recording at 4 CIF 3

Adds megapixel recording, for sensitive areas,

DX4500/DX4600 DX4700/DX4800 4
to analog environment.

Lower price with most of previous

DX8100 DX4700/DX4800 5
DX8100 features

Support for megapixel cameras and integration

DX8100 Digital Sentry with DX systems; and Schneider Electric access 6
control products

Digital Sentry EnduraXpress Scalability 7

Endura 1.X Endura 2.X Megapixel camera support 8

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 DVR5100 to DX4800 DX8100 to DX4700/4800 Digital Sentry to EnduraXpress

DX4500/4600 to DX4700/4800 DX8100 to Digital Sentry Endura 1.X to Endura 2.X

DVR5100 is no longer available. Migrating to DX4800 is recommended for real-time recording at 4 CIF
resolution. For support of more than two megapixel IP cameras, consider EnduraXpress or full Endura.

DVR5100 DX4800

DVR5100 Top Features/Benefits DX4800 Benefits

High-Resolution, Real-time Performance Records 30/25 IPS at 4 CIF.

Economical Storage - EnduraStor Efficient storage with H.264 and HDD Partitioning. Most DX4800 models are less
expensive than DVR5100.
Hybrid Support Up to 16 IP Cameras DX4800 supports two IP megapixel cameras, up to 3 MP each.
See Workaround/Alternatives.
High Scalability See Workaround/Alternatives.
Virtual Matrix See Workaround/Alternatives.

Affected Features/Benefits Workarounds/Alternatives

Hybrid Support Up to 16 IP Cameras DX4800 supports two megapixel IP cameras. DVR5100 supported SD recording only.
For five or more megapixel cameras, DS NVR or EnduraXpress recommended.
High Scalability Migration to EnduraXpress or full Endura recommended for this capability.
Virtual Matrix Migration to EnduraXpress or full Endura recommended for this capability.

Benefits Gained Application

Megapixel Support For 8 or 16-channel analog environments needing higher resolution megapixel
recording for sensitive areas, such as cash-counting, entrances, exits.
Support for Pelco & Axis Cameras Greater flexibility in camera selection.

Visit Sarix product pages for product comparisons.

Improved Storage Maximum use of storage to meet budget objectives. Achieved with H.264
compression and DX4800 HDD Partitioning.
Bi-directional Audio Two-way audio for training purposes and added security (i.e. let potential shoplifter
know they are being watched).
Support for ATM/POS Recording Synch transactions with video for investigations and training. Requires additional
hardware from American Video Equipment or potentially more economical
API integration.
Planned Support for Pelco (Endura) APIs Full capabilities to be determined. Should allow Endura devices to view video
from DX4800. Software integrations to these APIs should run on DX4700/DX4800
and Endura.

A medium-sized jewelry store using DVR5100 for 16 analog cameras and four IP cameras was satisfied with
standard-definition IP recording, but had not yet considered the benefits of adding megapixel capability.
Two store counters display high-priced merchandise, demanding constant attention on customers and
employees. On a few occasions of theft, standard IP video had insufficient clarity to allow quick capture of
suspects. Store owners/managers are confident the DX4800 and two megapixel Sarix vandal-resistant
cameras provide a superior solution to their previous installation and help protect valuable property.

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 DVR5100 to DX4800 DX8100 to DX4700/4800 Digital Sentry to EnduraXpress

DX4500/4600 to DX4700/4800 DX8100 to Digital Sentry Endura 1.X to Endura 2.X

While DX4500/DX4600 DVRs are limited to analog support, DX4700/DX4800 hybrid video recorders
were designed for customers who want to begin a step-by-step migration to megapixel video while still
gaining maximum value from existing analog systems.

DX4500/4600 Top Features/Benefits DX4700/4800 Benefits

Ease of Set-up/Use DX4700/DX4800 share same set-up and operational functionality as
DX4500/DX4600.
Out-of-Box Recording DX4700/DX4800 records out of box.
Efficient Storage Storage efficiency improved through H.264 compression and HDD Partitioning.
Connection to DX Family of DVR/HVRs DX4700/DX4800 connects to all DX4000 and DX8000 family DVR/HVRs.
Price See Workaround/Alternatives.

Affected Features/Benefits Workarounds/Alternatives

Price Retain existing unit, common client interface. Gain megapixel IP, bi-directional audio.
Pricing is between DX4600 and DX8100.
DX4600 Pixel Search Date/timeline search is easy to use. Added benefit of searching export video, which

DX4600 does not have.

Benefits Gained Application

2 Megapixel IP Channels For 8 or 16-channel analog environments needing higher resolution megapixel
recording for sensitive areas, such as cash-counting, entrances, exits.
Improved storage with H.264 Maximum use of storage to meet budget objectives. Achieved with H.264 compression
and DX4800 HDD Partitioning.
Bi-directional, Improved Audio Two-way audio for training purposes and added security (i.e. let potential shoplifter
know they are being watched).
Support for ATM/POS Recording Synch transactions with video recording for investigations and training.
Requires third-party hardware integration from American Video Equipment.
Planned support for Pelco (Endura) APIs Full capabilities to be determined. Should allow Endura devices to view video
from DX4800 and software integrations written to these APIs to run on DX4700/
DX4800 HVRs.
DX Series Client Connects to DX4000 and DX8000 Series DVR/HVRs.

A small sports store has been satisfied with DX4600 over the past few years, but is now expanding merchandise to
include high- end, trendy sport watches. The store needs to add ATM/POS capability to keep a close eye on valuable
merchandise. DX4800 adds integration of ATM/POS and bi-directional audio. The store manager can use audio to
add an extra level of security and for training purposes.

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 DVR5100 to DX4800 DX8100 to DX4700/4800 Digital Sentry to EnduraXpress

DX4500/4600 to DX4700/4800 DX8100 to Digital Sentry Endura 1.X to Endura 2.X

The PC-based DX8100 HVR is limited to standard-definition IP camera support. DX4700 and DX4800
HVRs were designed for customers who want to begin a step-by-step migration to megapixel video while
still gaining maximum value from existing analog video infrastructure.

DX8100 Top Features/Benefits DX4700/4800 Benefits

8, 16, 24, 32 Cameras 8 or 16 analog cameras plus two megapixel IP cameras, up to 3 MP each.
Units may be networked for more analog or IP channels.
Hybrid capability Provides HD recording for sensitive security areas such as cash-counting,
high-value merchandise.
Extensive, Flexible Alarm/Relay Linking Basic alarm-relay linking. See Workaround/Alternatives.
Robust Search Capability DX4700/DX4800 provides timeline, event and bookmark searches.
See Workaround/Alternatives.
Multiple Third-Party Integrations See Workaround/Alternatives.

Affected Features/Benefits Workarounds/Alternatives

Search Capabilities Date/timeline search is easy-to-use. Added benefit of searching export video,
which DX4600 does not have.
Alarm/Relay Linking For extensive alarm/relay linking, integrate a Pelco Matrix switch.
Number of Third-Party Integrations Plans to implement Pelco (Endura) APIs. Long-term increased application availability
with potential addition of integration to Endura.
Number of Audio Connections Reduced to four, but improved quality and bi-directional audio added.

Benefits Gained Application

Megapixel Support For 8 or 16-channel analog environments needing higher resolution megapixel
recording for sensitive areas, such as cash-counting, entrances, exits.
High Performance 600/500 IPS (DX4800) Real-time, HD recording, which isn't available in DX8100 but is in DX4800.
“Close eye” on all motion detail (IPS) and clarity of image (resolution)
(i.e. area with high-value merchandise).
Improved Storage with H.264 Maximum use of storage to meet budget objectives. Achieved with H.264 compression
and DX4800 HDD Partitioning.
Bi-directional Audio Two-way audio for training purposes and added security (i.e. let potential shoplifter
know they are being watched).
Improved Affordability DX4700/DX4800 pricing is between DX4500/DX4600 and DX8100. Pricing is in line
with embedded HVRs, rather than PC-based systems.
Search Exported Video Large video exports may take time to locate through traditional playback.
DX4700/DX4800 allows search of exported video.

* Undefined level of support, no time commitment

While a community college campus experienced success with DX8100, tight budgets do not allow for additional
units in that price range. But campus security needs to add megapixel IP cameras at lobby and exit doors as
a precaution against increased crime in the area. DX4700/DX4800 will integrate with existing DX8100s while
allowing the addition of megapixel IP cameras. The lower pricing of the DX4700/DX4800 allows the school to
meet its security requirements within their budget.

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 DVR5100 to DX4800 DX8100 to DX4700/4800 Digital Sentry to EnduraXpress

DX4500/4600 to DX4700/4800 DX8100 to Digital Sentry Endura 1.X to Endura 2.X

DX8100 HVRs support as many as 32 analog and SD IP cameras. Digital Sentry allows customers to migrate
to new, high-performance technologies. Megapixel recording provides higher resolution with greater detail,
allowing customers to reduce the number of older analog or standard-definition cameras.

DX8100 Top Features/Benefits Digital Sentry Benefits

Flexibility for Analog/IP Camera Support Digital Sentry adds the benefits of HD recording with an easy-to-use, common client
(Hybrid Recording) interface to DX8100 systems. With DS NVs, customers also profit from free VMS
software and reduced licenses fees, and retain their existing investment.
Robust Search Tools ControlPoint allows for quick location of video on DS systems but is limited for DX8100
systems. See Workarounds/Alternatives.
Small Virtual Matrix DS NVR provides small, virtual matrix capability similar to DX8100. Can connect to both
environments with ControlPoint.
Server Dual Monitor Support Digital Sentry Control Point client, supports “Tear Offs” and multi-monitor outputs only
limited by hardware capabilities.
Professional Level System Administration/Tools DS Quick Setup Wizard makes for an easy install on DS NVs and DS NVR systems.
See Workarounds/Alternatives.

Affected Features/Benefits Workarounds/Alternatives

Robust Search Tools ControlPoint's scrub bar is a useful search tool for DS systems only.
Detailed investigations can still be performed with DX8100 or a DX client.
Professional Level System Administration/Tools Requires DS admin for custom setup. LDAP support, other administrative benefits may
outweigh inconvenience of second admin tool.
Analog Support to 32 Channels Analog support is retained if the DX8100 system is left in place. When the DX system is
ready for replacement, encoders or new DX units are options for analog support.
Small Virtual Matrix Capabilities Improved with ControlPoint, customers can view analog and IP cameras from multiple
servers on one user interface. “Tear Offs” provide create multiple monitor support.

Benefits Gained Application

Megapixel Support Ability to capture detailed video (i.e. to zoom across larger areas). With support for
multiple megapixel cameras. Allows for a reduction in SD cameras.
Preserve Existing Investment Leverage DX investment with DX and DS system integration
(ControlPoint common client).

A manufacturing facility has used DX8100s but standard-definition IP recording is inadequate to closely
watch critical and evolving processes on the production line. The security manager wants to add five
megapixel cameras to ensure processes are adhered to and changed as necessary. The ControlPoint
client will be used to operate both environments.

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 DVR5100 to DX4800 DX8100 to DX4700/4800 Digital Sentry to EnduraXpress

DX4500/4600 to DX4700/4800 DX8100 to Digital Sentry Endura 1.X to Endura 2.X

Customers need predictable performance for HD recording. Digital Sentry has adequately
provided analog and IP recording, even Megapixel capabilities. Now customers need to predict their
performance for a larger number of cameras. Additionally, they need enhanced system redundancy.

Digital Sentry Top Features/Benefits EnduraXpress Benefits

Flexible Hybrid Capability Hybrid capabilities are increased with support for more megapixel cameras and the
predictable expansion capabilities of Endura.
Small Virtual Matrix Capability Full matrix capabilities.
“Tear Off” Screens Unique, multiple work spaces allow camera views to be saved and easily accessed.
Easy Setup/No Certification With easy installation of EnduraXpress, the product requires no certification.

Affected Features/Benefits Workarounds/Alternatives

Integrated Analog Support Continued support for analog cameras in an Endura environment using encoders.
Connection to Existing Digital Sentry Systems No planned connectivity between Digital Sentry and Endura. DS is a solution with
upcoming ONVIF support. An upgrade to recent software versions and newer DS
hardware may preserve this investment.
WAN Support DS provides WAN support. WAN requirements, implementation schedule must be
considered to determine if EnduraXpress is appropriate solution.

Benefits Gained Application

Predictable Scalability Ability to expand with predictable performance. Megapixel recording at high-
resolution rates with no drop in performance.
Enhanced System Uptime EnduraXpress is designed to eliminate single points of failure including redundance
fans, power supplies and RAID6 storage for optimum reliability and system failover.
Storage Optimization H.264 baseline, main and high-profile compression provides improved storage
retention over MPEG4 or IVEX used by DS systems. EnduraStor increases storage
efficiency by grooming recorded streams based on age and priority.
Multicasting Ability to serve 32 simultaneous playback streams for active live view and
playback scenarios.
Increased Surveillance Monitoring Zones of Interest allow independent view and management of specified areas
within camera view for improved video monitoring.

A health care complex has grown steadily over the past decade. Previous security requirements have been
met by a variety of Integral Digital Sentry systems. Recently, the system was expanded by adding DS NVs
running on company standard, Dell hardware. A new initiative to take HIPAA compliance to a new level is
driving the organization to maximize security system uptime. The organization will find use for older PC-
based systems in its care facilities and start migration to Endura with EnduraXpress.

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 DVR5100 to DX4800 DX8100 to DX4700/4800 Digital Sentry to EnduraXpress

DX4500/4600 to DX4700/4800 DX8100 to Digital Sentry Endura 1.X to Endura 2.X

Endura 1.X customers who require HD video will accomplish this with the move to Endura 2.X.
The benefits of megapixel video and the potential lower cost of ownership, outweigh the new
investment required to add this capability.

Endura 1.X Top Features/Benefits Endura 2.X Benefits

Real-time, High-resolution Recording (4CIF, 30 IPS) Real-time, high-resolution recording (4 CIF, 30 IPS) is enhanced with the value of
megapixel recording, reducing the number of cameras needed while providing
superior HD video.
Efficient Storage H.264 compression (base, main and high-profile) is added to benefits of EnduraStor for
improved storage efficiency. Endura 2.X increases storage from 9 TB per NVR to 24 TB
of storage per NSM for lowered costs and/or greater retention time.
System Fault Tolerance RAID6 and Pooled Storage Management provide enhanced fault tolerance more
suitable for the demands of 24 hours/day, 365 days/year recording.

Affected Features/Benefits Workarounds/Alternatives

Price Additional investment can be offset with reduction of cameras and lowered cost of
ownership. Existing equipment and investment can be retained.

Benefits Gained Application

Megapixel Imaging Shift to megapixel recording will provide substantial value in cases where higher
resolution is needed. Protection against increased liabilities or security prevention
measures make adding HD a worthwhile investment.
More Efficient Storage H.264 compression (base, main and high-profile) is added to benefits of EnduraStor for
improved storage efficiency. Endura 2.X increases storage from 9 TB per NVR to 24 TB
of storage per NSM for lowered costs and/or greater retention time.
Reduced Cost of Ownership Megapixel video reduces the number of cameras needed to cover an area, lowering
costs and requiring less electricity and cooling. For example, two traditional cameras
on a gaming table can be replaced with one megapixel camera that sees fine detail.
Improved System Fault Tolerance RAID6 and Pooled Storage Management provide enhanced fault tolerance more
suitable for the demands of 24 hours/day, 365 days/year recording.

A gaming facility has realized significant success over the past five years. In order to achieve the level of video
coverage required in its expanding business, the facility decides to upgrade to Endura 2.X, add megapixel
cameras and phase out analog cameras and encoders on its existing system. Though the facility is spending
additional funds for the system upgrade, the investment provides superior video coverage, improved storage
utilization and lower cost of ownership.

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