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Stack DVR2-540 32GB Video System - Four Channel Recorder

For video recordings on the move, Stack�_ miniature Solid-State Digital Video Recorders (DVRs) provide the optimum solution and are specifically designed for use in harsh environments. Stack recorders employ broadcast standard MPEG-2 video compression to record real-time video and audio direct to a Compact Flash (CF) card. The card can be removed with ease and played on a PC or laptop using a standard media player application.

The DVR2-540 has all the features of the DVR2-500 with the addition of an on--board 4 input video multiplexer to allow any format of 1 to 4 cameras (composite PAL or NTSC) to be recorded simultaneously with programmable scaling, crop and positioning of each picture.

Stack�_ DVR2-540 offers professional performance even under the most difficult conditions including wet and / or high vibration environments. The unit is fully waterproof and boasts an extended operating temperature range of 0��C to 70��C.

The DVR2-540 has 10 x selectable fixed bit-rates (1 to 20 Mbps) and Variable Bit-Rate (VBR) that can achieve bit-rates in excess of 30Mbps, even up to 50Mbps - dependent on image content. This matches the maximum bit-rate of Blu-Ray (in comparison, a DVD's maximum bit-rate is 9.8Mbps) The higher bit-rate not only gives sharper pictures and more vivid colours but is better capable of capturing fast-moving content such as sport without introducing compression artefacts.

An option on the DVR2-540 is Intra-frame (I-frame) only record mode - a great benefit to video professionals using a non-linear editing system such as Avid or Final Cut Pro.

Designed with mobility and ruggedness in mind, Stack's DVRs for video professionals even under the most extreme conditions. The DVR2-500 & DVR2-540 capture video and audio that is equivalent or better than DV tape but is immune to the susceptibility of non solid-state devices to shock, vibration and temperature.

The DVR2-540 offers 10 Fixed (1 Mbps Min. 20 Mbps Max.) + Variable Bit Rate (6 Quality levels up to 50 Mbps peak) 3-140 Mins/Gbyte.

As well as the conventional record mode, the DVR2 range also provides a continuous loop record mode, whereby once the CF card becomes full, the DVR continues recording, overwriting the oldest recordings. The DVR2 range also include an ��vent Recording��mode, to enable specific externally triggered events to be recorded, with user selectable pre-trigger and post-trigger periods.

Note
Stack recorders can be connected to a PC over USB and then put into card reader mode, so that MPEG2 files on the CF card can then be played back in a media player on the PC (whilst the CF card is still in the DVR).

The video listed above features the Stack STGPS GPS (NMEA-0183) interface and data overlay optional accessory.

CF Card Requirements and Record Times

Click here for a PDF with the stack recorder Compact Flash card size and the record time and bitrate for each card size.

The minimum standard CF Cards used in these recorders must be UDMA4 cards formatted in FAT32 with minimum write speeds of 25MB/s and operating temperatures of -25C to +85C.
Harsh Environment industrial grade CF cards which are ruggedised and have operating temperatures of -40C TO +85c and minimum write speeds of 35MB/s are available and these are required and specified for harsh and difficult environments.
The environmental specifications of the systems are a combination of the recorder and the specification of the CF cards used.

Recorders ST9381 DVR2-100 is supplied with a 16GB standard CF card and all others are supplied with a standard 32 GB CF card. These are the maximum sized cards for the respective recorders.

Features
  • 10 Fixed (1 Mbps Min. 20 Mbps Max.) + Variable Bit Rate (6 Quality levels up to 50 Mbps peak)
  • Intra-frame (I-frame) only record mode
  • 4:3 or 16:9 screen ratio
  • 3-140 Mins/Gbyte @ full resolution
  • 32 GB maximum card size
  • Recordings can be viewed on external MPEG2 media player via USB
  • 9 to 20V DC, 6 Watts powered
  • Extended voltage range option of 20V to 50V
  • -20 to 80�_C operating temp. range
  • Fully sealed to IP67
  • Mil-type �S��connectors
  • 20g continuous vibration rating
  • 50g shock rating
  • Real-time date & time overlay
  • GPS & G-force Data Overlay (optional accessory)
  • In-built 3 axis G Sensor Data overlay
  • 9V to 20V DC powered (option for 20V-50V DC)
  • Quick release sealed CF card door.
  • External DVR status LED.
  • Manual record switch as standard.
  • No video loss at power failure option
  • Brownout Protection option provides up to 2 seconds of brownout protection (dependent on camera load). Extends recording after power loss by up to 1 second.
Custom Display Mode
Specifications

 

DVR2-500DVR-540

RECORDING - VIDEO

Number of camera inputs

1

4
Video input multiplexing options

 

Any format of 1 to 4 cameras on one screen (with programmable scale, crop and position)
Video Standards SupportedPAL/NTSCPAL/NTSC
Composite Video Input

Composite 1V pk-pk OR S-Video

Composite 1V pk-pk

Video Frame Rate

30 fps (NTSC); 25 fps (PAL)

30 fps (NTSC); 25 fps (PAL)

Video Monitor Output

1 V pk-pk Composite

1 V pk-pk Composite

Compression Format

MPEG-2 MP@ML compression Program Stream

MPEG-2 MP@ML compression Program Stream

Resolutions Supported

PAL: 720x576, 720x400; 480x576; 352x576, 352x288
NTSC: 720x480, 720x400; 480x480; 352x480; 352x240

PAL: 720x576, 720x400; 480x576; 352x576, 352x288 NTSC: 720x480, 720x400; 480x480; 352x480; 352x240

Quality - bitrate

10 Fixed (1 Mbps Min. 20 Mbps Max.) + Variable Bit Rate*
(6 Quality levels up to 50 Mbps peak)

10 Fixed (1 Mbps Min. 20 Mbps Max.) + Variable Bit Rate*
(6 Quality levels up to 50 Mbps peak)

Compression OptionIntra-frame (I-frame) only record modeIntra-frame (I-frame) only record mode
CF Record Time

3-140 Mins/Gbyte

3-140 Mins/Gbyte

RECORDING - AUDIO

Number of audio channels

2

2

Input Level

Mic or Line Level +3 to -30dB

Mic or Line Level +3 to -30dB

Active Gain Control (AGC)

Yes

Yes

Compression Format

MPEG1 Layer II, 2 ch. 16 bit, 48 kHz

MPEG1 Layer II, 2 ch. 16 bit, 48 kHz

DISK INTERFACE

Disk Interface

Compact Flash; FAT32

Compact Flash; FAT32

Maximum Card Size

32GB

32GB

Maximum File Size

2GB

2GB

File Format

MPEG-2; Windows Media Player & DVD compatible

MPEG-2; Windows Media Player & DVD compatible

MISCELLANEOUS

Power up to Record start time

<20 Sec

<20 Sec

Record Switch to Record start/stop time (in ready to record state)

<0.1 Sec

<0.1 Sec

Lost recording time between 2GB files

<0.5 Sec

<0.5 Sec

Max video loss if power lost while recording

No loss of video

No loss of video

Brownout Protection optionUp to 2 Secs (dependant on camera load). Extends recording after power loss by up to 1 Sec. Up to 2 Secs (dependant on camera load). Extends recording after power loss by up to 1 Sec.
Configuration

Via USB

Via USB

Real-Time Date & Time Overlay

0.001 Sec resolution (user selectable)

0.001 Sec resolution (user selectable)

File DownloadVia USB / remove cardVia USB / remove card
PlaybackExternal MPEG2 media player via USBExternal MPEG2 media player via USB
GPS Data Overlay1-20 Hz1-20 Hz
3 axis G-Sensor Data OverlayUp to 30 HzUp to 30 Hz
GPS Receiver Interface1-20 Hz1-20 Hz

ENVIRONMENTAL

Operating Temperature Range

 -20C to 80C

 -20C to 70C

Storage Temperature Range

-40C to +80C

-40C to +70C

Sealing

IP67

IP67

Humidity0-100% RH Condensing0-100% RH Condensing
Vibration

20g 50-2000Hz swept Sin. 12hr x 3 axis

20g 50-2000Hz swept Sin. 12hr x 3 axis

Shock

50g, 15ms

50g, 15ms

Radiated Emissions

EN55024B CiSPR25

EN55024B CiSPR25

Radiated Immunity

50V/m

50V/m

Conducted Immunity

DIN40839 Cat IV

DIN40839 Cat IV

GENERAL

Mechanical Size

151 x 76 x 21mm

151 x 76 x 21mm

FinishHard Anodised AluminiumHard Anodised Aluminium
Weight (without memory card)

300g

300g

Operating Voltage Range
@ 12VDC)

9V to 20V DC (option for 20V-50V DC)

9V to 20V DC (option for 20V-50V DC)

Reverse/Over-voltage Protection

-60V to +60V DC

-60V to +60V DC

Power Consumption

~4W

~4W

Standby Battery

Life > 5 Years

Life > 5 Years

Connectors

1 x 9W DDAS plus 2 x 5W AS

1 x 9W DDAS plus 2 x 5W AS

Connectors
Package Contents
  • DVR2 Module
  • DVR2 System Harness
  • DVR2 Input Harness
  • DVR2 PC Harness
  • 32GB standard CF card
  • Switch & LED Harness
  • CAM Plug to BNC Video Connector & Power Plug (2.1mm)
  • Configuration Software
  • DVR2 User Guide
Optional Accessories

Two GPS interface and data overlay options are available for the Stack DVR2-100, DVR2-130, DVR2-200, DVR2-240, DVR2-400, DVR2-440, DVR2-500 and DVR2-540 recorders.

Stack STGPS5 GPS NMEA-0183 interface and data overlay option (up to 5hz and 1 sec resolution)
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Stack STGPS20 GPS NMEA-0183 interface and data overlay option (up to 20hz and 0.001 sec resolution)
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