Glossary - Night Owl VDP2 Series User Manual

Glossary

DDNS: Dynamic Domain Naming System. Method for automatically updating hostnames, addresses, URL's or other
information on a given name server.
DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A network protocol that allows a server to automatically assign a
device and IP address.
Facial Capture and Recognition: Technology that captures a person's face from up to 10 ft. from the camera, scans
the system's database for a match, and sends a Familiar or Unfamiliar Face alert to your Smart Device.
Familiar Face Alert: An alert with a captured image of a face that matches your system's database of stored profiles.
Human Detection: Technology that uses advanced algorithms to detect human motion, reducing false alerts to your
Smart Device.
IP: Internet Protocol. Protocol for standard communications across the Internet.
ISP: Internet Service Provider. An organization that provides services for accessing or using the Internet.
PIR: Passive Infrared. Heat-based sensors eliminate most false alarms and only delivers alerts when people, animals
or vehicles are detected.
SMTP: Simple Mail Transfer Protocol. Standards used for email transmission.
UPS: Uninterrupted Power Supply. Device used to keep the DVR and cameras powered when the main power
supply is lost or disconnected.
VDP2: 1080p (2MP) HD Analog System with Human Detection Technology and Facial Recognition.
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