Digitech Introduces a 32-Channel Version of its Popular DigiView(tm) Digital Recording System
(ContentDesk) November 21, 2005 -- Known for its continuing stream of fresh technology for security applications, Digitech International now expands its lineup of digital video recorders with a device that handles up to 32 separate camera signals for display and recording. The DigiView(tm) Digital Recording System, first introduced almost a decade ago, serves as the heart of a video surveillance system, complementing the DigiView Plus(tm) series of security cameras."In today's marketplace, owners must protect themselves from liabilities on their own property," says Randy Johnston, Director of Business Development. "Displayed on the large, beautiful flat screen monitors that have now become affordable, the multiple camera images also help build the high security look that appeals to tenants and prospects. By using a large monitor and the 32-Channel DigiView(tm), the security display can cover more of the site and still give management a quick overview by glancing over a single monitor. It just makes keeping up with activity on the site quick and easy."This DigiView(tm), with its larger capacity, affords the user all the outstanding features of the smaller units, but with increased capacity.
"Image file size is one of the most important aspects of considering which DVR to select," says Alan Phillips, Digitech's Information Technology Specialist. "Our proprietary software generates a clearly superior image, and compresses it to a file size of only 6 kilobytes, compared to others that chew up much more hard drive storage space with their average file size of 25kb to 50kb files." DigiView's(tm) unique design employs two hard drives rather than just one. "We dedicate a drive to handle the system operations and control functions," says Phillips. "That makes the second drive available for nothing but archiving images. The scheme makes the process far more efficient and reliable." The standard hard drive for data storage is 120 gigabytes, with more storage capacity optionally available.
"One of our goals is to make sure that each DVR ordered will have the storage capacity the user estimates as being appropriate. More cameras may mean more demand for storage, so we customize each order."Like its earlier sister models, the 32-Channel DigiView(tm) features easy remote viewing with no additional software to buy or install. Each DVR can be assigned a static IP address that essentially makes it a network device. From that, an interface to the Internet for remote viewing from virtually any other computer anywhere in the world can easily be accomplished. "We've even had customers viewing their security cameras over a Pocket PC," says Johnston.
"Some owners tell us it's a great way to keep up with the activities on site, even when they're out of town. Others use the feature to watch over their unmanned remote sites to see that everything is OK."The 32-Channel DigiView(tm) rounds out the line of digital video recorders from Digitech that already features capabilities to customize coverage for 4-, 8-, and 16-camera setups. "The most important part of a video surveillance system is the recording device," says Johnston. "You need high quality professional cameras, but the images from the cameras must be protected for display and archiving to maintain the highest level of quality possible. Digiview(tm) does that!" Johnston concludes, "They're also easy to use if you ever have an incident and need to provide evidence, because each DigiView(tm) comes standard with a DVD or CD burner for downloading the images."Digitech manufactures its World Class Security Solutions for distribution through a network of independent factory-trained resellers and installers.
The entire line can be seen through the web site at www.digitech-intl.com, or the company can be contacted toll-free at 800.523.9504..
Satellite TV Provider Comparison -- DISH Network and DIRECTV
Satellite TV Providers
There are two satellite TV providers that offer satellite TV service in the U.S. -- DISH Network and DIRECTV.
DISH Network was launched by EchoStar Communications in 1996. It currently has 12 million subscribers, and is ranked #1 in customer satisfaction among all cable and satellite TV providers by J.D. Power and Associates.
DIRECTV was the first DBS (direct broadcast satellite) TV provider.
Launched in 1994 by General Motors, it currently has 14.5 million subscribers, and is ranked #2 in customer satisfaction by J.D. Power and Associates.
Satellite TV Provider Comparison
Here's a feature-to-feature comparison of the two satellite TV providers:
Programming
DISH Network offers 256 channels of all-digital programming including movie channels, pay-per-view programs, and sports packages. They have the biggest variety of movies...
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Satellite TV Provider Comparison -- DISH Network and DIRECTV
Satellite TV Providers
There are two satellite TV providers that offer satellite TV service in the U.S. -- DISH Network and DIRECTV.
DISH Network was launched by EchoStar Communications in 1996. It currently has 12 million subscribers, and is ranked #1 in customer satisfaction among all cable and satellite TV providers by J.D. Power and Associates.
DIRECTV was the first DBS (direct broadcast satellite) TV provider.
Launched in 1994 by General Motors, it currently has 14.5 million subscribers, and is ranked #2 in customer satisfaction by J.D. Power and Associates.
Satellite TV Provider Comparison
Here's a feature-to-feature comparison of the two satellite TV providers:
Programming
DISH Network offers 256 channels of all-digital programming including movie channels, pay-per-view programs, and sports packages. They have the biggest variety of movies...
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DirecTV and DISH Network ? How Do The Two Leading Satellite TV Providers Stack Up?
If you live in the U.S. and want satellite TV systems, you have basically two choices.
Yes, there are other providers out there, but for most viewers, DirecTV and DISH Network offer the most choices for the least money, although Pegasus and Voom are fast becoming major contenders in the satellite television industry.
Competition being what it is, both DirecTV and DISH Network offer similar services and constantly adjust to add features and outdo their rivals.
So how do you choose between the two?
A side-by-side comparison of the services and prices shows some differences that help customers decide which service best fits their viewing needs.
But first, a little background on each provider might be helpful.DirecTVThe company known as The DirecTV Group is made up of four main units, which include DirecTV U.S., DirecTV Latin America, PanAmSat, and Hughes Network Systems (HNS).
As a group, the organization serves over 12 million U.S. satellite...
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S&C's PureWave AVC Approved by Arizona Utility to Eliminate Voltage Flicker Problems for Metal Recycler.
A metal recycler in Phoenix, AZ, is installing an S&C Electric Company PureWave AVC? Adaptive VAR Compensator to eliminate voltage flicker resulting from the very large current surges caused by their car shredding operation.
The recycler plans to add a new 6,000-HP shredder to their operation and has been working with the local utility to solve the voltage flicker problem and reduce the possibility of power factor penalties. The utility approved S&C's AVC to provide the necessary reactive power compensation. The 8,000-kVAR, 4.16-kV PureWave AVC is scheduled to be installed in October 2003.
It will reduce the voltage fluctuations and manage the reactive power flow, and improve power quality for other customers on the utility feeder.
It will also increase the capability of the metal recycler, enabling them to shred more cars per hour, around the clock. Produced by S&C's Power Quality Products Division, the PureWave AVC is ideal for such diverse applications as...
S&C's PureWave AVC Approved by Arizona Utility to Eliminate Voltage Flicker Problems for Metal Recycler.
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Free Satellite TV - Myth? Real? or It's Just a Joke?
Free satellite TV is the biggest myths on the internet, is this statement true? Read the insider's view on this issue.Free satellite TV doesn't mean you can get a TV for free. Free satellite TV doesn't mean that you can watch satellite TV's program for free. Free satellite TV doesn't mean that you can get everything on your TV set for free. Hence, I would say it's true! Yes, free satellite TV is a big big myth if you DON'T understand correctly the word ?FREE' in this offer!So, what do free satellite TV means? Free satellite TV, or free satellite TV system, or free Dish Network, or free DirecTV (the list goes on here) means that you get the free satellite system, including one to four satellite signal encoders, a satellite dish, and a satellite TV authorization card for free. Always, these free satellite TV deals also comes with the free installations as well as the free HDTV upgrading.
These offers are valid for Dish Network and DirecTV. All these are valid for you IF you are...
Free Satellite TV - Myth? Real? or It's Just a Joke?
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Meedio Opens the Door to the Digital Home with Free Software Offering
Houston, Texas (ContentDesk) July 28, 2005 ?- Meedio LLC, a leader in home entertainment and control software, today announced the availability of Meedio Express, a free software application for Microsoft? Windows? 2000 and Windows XP computers that lets users enjoy digital photo albums, slideshows, and music using their TV and remote control. Meedio Express is based on a limited version of the award-winning Meedio Essentials platform which lets users collect, categorize, and enjoy all of their digital media files from a central media library.Meedio Express is free for personal, non-commercial use and includes a music library, music player, picture albums, picture slideshows, scheduled music importer, program launcher, multi-user logins with PIN access, and five full-screen themes that can be navigated with a remote control. Meedio Express can be seamlessly upgraded to Meedio Pro for even more digital entertainment features:* Unlimited custom themes * Access to over 200 custom plugins...
Meedio Opens the Door to the Digital Home with Free Software Offering
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DirecTV and DISH Network ? How Do The Two Leading Satellite TV Providers Stack Up?
If you live in the U.S. and want satellite TV systems, you have basically two choices.
Yes, there are other providers out there, but for most viewers, DirecTV and DISH Network offer the most choices for the least money, although Pegasus and Voom are fast becoming major contenders in the satellite television industry.
Competition being what it is, both DirecTV and DISH Network offer similar services and constantly adjust to add features and outdo their rivals.
So how do you choose between the two?
A side-by-side comparison of the services and prices shows some differences that help customers decide which service best fits their viewing needs.
But first, a little background on each provider might be helpful.DirecTVThe company known as The DirecTV Group is made up of four main units, which include DirecTV U.S., DirecTV Latin America, PanAmSat, and Hughes Network Systems (HNS).
As a group, the organization serves over 12 million U.S. satellite...
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