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AV Logger
(Capture Every Frame, Record Every Signal)
Video Logger is a powerful, fully automated media logging system designed for continuous 24/7 recording. It supports multiple formats and bitrates, making it ideal for TV broadcasters, compliance recording, advertisement verification, and channel monitoring.
Set Once, Run Forever
Video Logger is built for zero-maintenance operation. Once configured, it runs continuously without manual intervention.
- Automatic overwrite of old recordings with new content
- Flexible storage management based on retention period
Adjustable compression to optimize storage vs quality
- Supports recording up to HD broadcast quality
Flexible Format & Streaming Support
The system offers wide compatibility with modern and legacy formats:
- Supports MP4 (H.264/AAC), DIVX, MPEG-1, MPEG-2
- Standard video files playable on any media player
- Easy sharing of clips via email or export
- Simultaneous capture of Windows Media & RTMP streams
- Remote live viewing via internet-enabled streaming
Additional features: Date & time overlay on video
- Metadata embedding into A/V streams
Centralized Storage & Multi-Channel Capability
For enterprise environments
- Multi-channel recording support
- Centralized storage system for high availability
- Optional Video Logger Copy module for optimized file transfer
- Intelligent bandwidth control to prevent network overload
Advanced Monitoring & Alerts
Video Logger continuously tracks system health and performance.
Real-time alerts can be triggered for:
- Video loss or freeze
- Audio absence
- Dropped frames
- Bitrate fluctuations
- Disk usage and server status
Notifications available via:
- SMS alerts
Access Anytime, Anywhere
Content can be accessed locally or remotely without affecting recording performance.
Desktop Access
- Dedicated Windows GUI Player
- Multi-channel playback for comparison
- Calendar-based navigation
- Playback speed: 0.5x to 16x
- Jump directly to specific date & time
- Mark-in / Mark-out clipping tools
- Quick export in multiple formats
Web Access
- Browser-based viewer (Windows, Mac, Linux, mobile)
- No additional software required
- Remote access via secure network configuration
- Calendar-based recording navigation
Optional Integrations
Shepherd Integration
Advanced monitoring and automation tool:
- Centralized control of multiple systems
- Hierarchical alarm management
- Email & SMS notifications
- Automatic recovery actions
- Supports external device control (A/V routing, GPI, serial communication)
MediaHIVE Integration
Powerful archiving and asset management system:
- Long-term media storage
- Easy cataloging and search
- Web-based interface
- Supports video, audio, images, and documents
- No client installation required
Advanced Features & System Capabilities
Our solution is built with powerful, flexible, and enterprise-grade features to support modern broadcasting and media monitoring environments.
Flexible Archiving & Storage Control
- Configurable archive retention periods (30, 60, 90 days or custom)
- Automatic deletion of oldest files when storage is low
- Secure storage with RAID or software mirroring for data protection
- Ensures uninterrupted operation even during disk failures
Multi-Channel & Wide Hardware Compatibility
- Supports single or multi-channel recording configurations
- Compatible with major broadcast inputs:
- WDM Tuner Cards
- DVB-T, DVB-S / S2, DVB-C
- ATSC & Analog TV
- Works seamlessly with Blackmagic Design DeckLink & Intensity devices
High-Quality Capture & Video Processing
- Supports capture resolutions: CIF, SD, HD
- Input rescaling and cropping with aspect ratio correction
- Continuous 24/7 recording with zero frame loss between segments
Multiple Formats & Encoding Flexibility
- Supports a wide range of formats:
- AVI (DivX)
- ASF (Windows Media)
- MPEG-1 / MPEG-2
- MP4 (H.264 & AAC)
- FLV
- Fully customizable video/audio bitrate and encoding parameters
Smart File Segmentation & Management
- Flexible file segmentation options:
- Based on duration (e.g., 60 minutes)
- File size limits
- Automatic split at midnight
- Optimized for efficient storage and easy file handling
On-Screen Display & Branding
- CG overlay with anti-aliased text (channel name, date & time)
- Logo overlay for watermarking and branding
Monitoring, Alerts & Analytics
- Real-time system monitoring with intelligent alerts
- Notifications via Email and SMS for:
- Black screen
- Video freeze
- No audio
- Archive issues
- Detailed statistics on capture performance and data rates
Time Accuracy & Synchronization
- Precise date & time synchronization
- Optional GPS receiver integration for high accuracy
Remote Access & Multi-Language Support
- Remote system monitoring from any LAN or Internet-connected PC
- User-friendly interface with multi-language support
Advanced Audio Control
- Audio delay adjustment for perfect A/V synchronization
- Volume control with compressor and automatic gain control (AGC)
Streaming & Integration
- IP streaming support in WMV and RTMP (FMLE)
- Virtual source creation for integration with third-party encoders and software
- Ideal for live streaming and external workflow integration