The Difference Between Mobile DVRs and Standard DVRs

At first glance, a DVR (Digital Video Recording) camera and an MDVR (Mobile Digital Video Recording) camera may seem similar. The truth is that a mobile DVR, or MDVR, requires technology that supports it and lets it operate smoothly in a vehicle environment. 

The best example can be found in HUNTER security cameras. Our company works with both types of cameras, and we know exactly what each one requires. 

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Both can perform very efficiently as long as they are installed in the right environment, and we make sure they are. With that in mind, here are the main factors that set them apart. 

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What is a DVR camera?

A standard DVR camera is a device designed to record and display images. They were originally created to capture fixed, stable images, but over time they were adapted to mobile environments. 

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The mobile DVR camera grew out of the standard DVR camera and is simply the version designed to be installed in a vehicle. Keep in mind that a vehicle is a moving object that may also face harsh conditions in daily use. 

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Main differences between DVR and MDVR

Since an MDVR is an extension of a standard DVR camera, its main distinguishing features are the following:

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DVR

Mobile DVR (MDVR)

Designed for fixed, stationary properties; not suitable for installation in vehicles.

Designed to be installed on moving objects or vehicles.

Has no anti-vibration technology.

Includes anti-vibration technology that lets it record quality images even while the vehicle is moving.

Made with high-quality materials.

Made with high-quality, more durable materials to withstand very harsh conditions.

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In addition to these differences, mobile DVR cameras also offer advanced technology features, including the following:

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1. They can keep recording for part of a trip even without a power supply or when facing strong vibrations. So even if the vehicle is stopped or has been in an accident, it can continue recording events around it. 
2. They record high-definition (HD) images, allowing accurate identification of people and details of other nearby vehicles.
3. The recording unit can be used for real-time streaming, so a monitoring center can access the live video feed.
4. They can display and record images of the vehicle's interior as well as the exterior, streets and highways.
5. The Hunter Video platform is available as an app for Android and iOS. 

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All of these differences and features make a mobile DVR essential equipment for any vehicle. Every trip is exposed to setbacks and incidents that need to be recorded to help protect drivers and passengers. 

What kinds of vehicles can a mobile DVR camera be installed in?

• Personal vehicles
• Trucks
• Buses
• Police cars
• Pickup trucks
• Vans

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All of these features come standard in  Hunter Video cameras, our Vehicle Video Recording System. If you still have questions, contact us at 809.620.2002. or visit our website www.hunter.do There you can request a quote, and our expert technicians will review your vehicle or fleet to recommend the option that best fits your needs.

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