Connecting analog cameras to ip NVR

Isher · January 26

Hi, I'm not sure if this is the right place, but I need help. I have several analog cameras without a DVR, using AHD to connect to their DVR. However, I have a Pro Vision IP NVR that uses Ethernet. I'm looking for a way to connect the AHD camera to the NVR using Ethernet. I've checked converters, but the issue is that they come in pairs – one to convert AHD to Ethernet and the other to revert it. The cameras are from the brand Concord, and here's a link to one of them: [Concord AHD 1080p PIR Bullet Camera](https://www.jaycar.co.nz/concord-ahd-1080p-pir-bullet-camera/p/QC5020).

Kilrah · January 26

4 hours ago, Isher said:

I've checked converters, but the issue is that they come in pairs – one to convert AHD to Ethernet and the other to revert it.

These are not actually turning things into a network so wouldn't work anyway, they're just ways to use ethernet cables to transmit the video instead of coax.

What you need is called video encoder/server e.g.

https://www.worldeyecam.com/gv-vs2401-4ch-h.264-1080p-video-server-tvi-ahd.html

Need to make sure the one you choose supports your AHD format.

dalekphalm · January 26

12 hours ago, Isher said:

Hi, I'm not sure if this is the right place, but I need help. I have several analog cameras without a DVR, using AHD to connect to their DVR. However, I have a Pro Vision IP NVR that uses Ethernet. I'm looking for a way to connect the AHD camera to the NVR using Ethernet. I've checked converters, but the issue is that they come in pairs – one to convert AHD to Ethernet and the other to revert it. The cameras are from the brand Concord, and here's a link to one of them: [Concord AHD 1080p PIR Bullet Camera](https://www.jaycar.co.nz/concord-ahd-1080p-pir-bullet-camera/p/QC5020).

You need a CCTV Video Encoder. It's a box that basically takes the analog video signal in, and the Encoder acts as an IP Camera.

Here's an example of one (This is a 4-channel one, so it takes 4 analog cameras in, and presents the streams as 4 IP cameras):

https://www.axis.com/products/axis-m7104

Edited to add: Agreed with @Kilrah, make sure the Encoder you choose supports the port and format of your Analog camera.