The NSR-500 network surveillance recorder supports up to 16 network cameras, which may be extended to 24 with the optional NSBK-CL05. It can record more than 300 hours of high quality Full HD images onto its maximum 12TB of hard disk drives, which are configured with high redundancy through a variety of RAID implementations.
The NSR-500 is extremely straightforward to install and setup, as it detects network cameras and defines the parameters of each through a dedicated configuration wizard. You can start monitoring instantly, as the images are automatically assigned to a layout menu.
Technical Specifications
Please be aware that the features/specifications can differ from country to country
Recording
Number of cameras supported |
16 (Max. 24ch with NSBK-CL05) |
Total Recording Frame Rate |
Max. 480 fps (Max. 64 Mbps) |
Maximum Recording Frame Rate/Camera |
Max. 30 fps / camera |
Video Recording Format (IP Camera) |
H.264, MPEG-4, JPEG |
Audio Recording Format (IP Camera) |
G.711, G.726 |
Number of Analog Cameras |
Option: NSBK-EB05 |
Total Frame Rate (Analog Camera) |
Option: NSBK-EB05 |
Maximum Frame Rate/Camera (Analog Camera) |
Option: NSBK-EB05 |
Resolution (Analog Camera) |
Option: NSBK-EB05 |
Video Compression Format (Analog Camera) |
Option: NSBK-EB05 |
Audio Compression Format (Analog Camera) |
Option: NSBK-EB05 |
Number of Hard Disk Drives |
NSR-500:00: None NSR-500:04: 4 disks |
Hard Disk Drive (Physical Capacity) |
Expandable up to 12 TB (2 TB x 6) NSR-500:00: None NSR-500:04: 4 TB (1 TB x 4) |
Hard Disk Drive (Interface) |
SATA |
Hard Disk Drive (RAID Level) |
RAID 0, RAID 1 RAID 1+0, RAID 5, RAID 5 with hot spare |
Hard Disk Drive (Recording Capacity) |
NSR-500:00: None NSR-500:04: (RAID 5): Approx. 2.6 TB |
Expansion Storage |
iSCSI storage (Max. 16 TB) |
Optical Disc Drive |
No |
Video Output
Monitor Output 1 (Interface) |
Analogue RGB (D-sub 15pin)x1) |
Monitor Output 1 (Display Resolution) |
1,920 x 1,200 (Analog RGB only), 1,920 x 1,080, 1,360 x 768, 1,600 x 1,200, 1,280 x 1,024, 1,024 x 768 |
Display Frame Rate (Live) |
Varies by the system configuration |
Display Frame Rate (Playback) |
Varies by the system configuration |
Interface
Network Port |
1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 10BASE-T (RJ-45) (x2) |
Serial Interface (for UPS) |
RS-232C: D-sub 9-pin (x1) |
Serial interface (for Analog PTZ Control) |
RS-232C: D-sub 9-pin (x1), RS-422/485 (x1) |
USB |
USB 2.0 (x4) |
Sensor Input |
Compatible with DC 3.3 V to 24 V photo coupler input (x8) *1 |
Alarm Output |
Max. 24 V DC/1 A, mechanical relay output (x8) *1 |
Video Output |
Analog RGB (D-sub 15-pin) (x1), HDMI 1.2 (Type A) (x1) *2 |
Audio Input |
Microphone input (x1) *3 |
Audio Line Output |
Stereo mini jack (x1) |
General
Power Requirements |
100 V to 127 V AC, 200 V to 240 V (50/60 Hz) |
Power Consumption |
Max. 250 W (100V to 240 V/3.5 A to 1.5 A) |
Operating Temperature |
5°C to 40°C 41°F to 104°F |
Storage Temperature |
-20°C to +60°C -4°F to +140°F |
Operating Humidity |
20% to 80% (no condensation) |
Storage Humidity |
20% to 90% (no condensation) |
Dimensions (W x H x D) *4 |
Approx. 440 x 89 x 392 mm (2U) (excluding protrusions) Approx. 17 3/8 x 3 1/2 x 15 1/2 (2U) inches (excluding protrusions) |
Mass |
Approx. 9.4 kg (NSR-500:00) Approx. 20 lb 12 oz (NSR-500:00) |
Supplied Accessories |
Installation manual (1) CD-ROM (1) Flyer (WEEE) (1) Flyer (EU battery) (1) Warranty booklet (1) AC power code (1) (J and CN models only) Front panel key (2) Rubber PAD (4) HDD screw (24) (NSR-500:00 only) Setup Disc (1) (NSR-500:00 only) Warranty Sheet Assy (J model only) |
Notes
*1 |
Insulated from the main unit. |
*2 |
Clone mode |
*3 |
For future expansion |
*4 |
The values for dimensions are approximate |
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16-channel (optionally 24 with NSBK-CL05) network video capture
Grow your system’s connection capability. The NSR-500 connects to up to 16 network cameras, which you can extend to 24 with the optional NSBK-CL05, as your requirements change.
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Long duration high quality recording
Get the storage that you need. The NSR-500 features a maximum of 12TB of hard disk drive capacity, which means that you can record more than 300 hours of high quality Full HD images compressed at 4Mbps with a frame rate of 30 fps.
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Reliability through RAID technology
Have confidence in your evidence. The NSR-500’s hard disk storage units are configured with high redundancy and hot-swappable RAID technology, to protect your vital video information from disk failure 24 hours a day. You can choose from RAID 1 (1+0), RAID 5 or RAID 5 + Hot Spare.
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Plug and Play
No need for complex installation procedures. The NSR-500 automatically detects cameras on the network, and a dedicated setup wizard defines the parameters for each in a straightforward step-by-step manner.
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Easy operation
Start monitoring instantly. Images from the cameras are assigned automatically to a monitor layout menu, so that you can be safer sooner.
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Three Industry-Standard Codecs for maximum compatibility
The NSR-500 can use H.264, MPEG-4 and JPEG for high quality recording and maximum compatibility with other equipment.
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Backward System Compatibility
Enhance your system as your needs grow. The NSR-500 can be used with Sony’s existing recording systems, such as the NSR-1000 series and RealShot Manager Advanced by means of the client, whose software is downloadable from the NSR-500.
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