Alibi 5000 Series 16-Channel SwitchBox NVR

Get the benefits of a robust network IP video recording solution without the complexity. This Alibi 5000 Series 16-channel SwitchBox NVR features an integrated 16-port PoE (Power over Ethernet) network switch to power IP network cameras directly through the network cable—eliminating the need to purchase a separate network switch and providing seamless plug-and-play installation

The NVR supports up to 16 compatible IP network cameras. Simply plug compatible cameras into the integrated network switch, and the cameras are automatically detected, displayed and configured to the NVR.

The NVR records up to 5.0 megapixel video to deliver ultra-sharp, high-resolution images. The Alibi SwitchBox is the ideal choice when a forensic level of detail is required or facial recognition capabilities are important.

This versatile network video recorder enables you to record video based upon your surveillance recording needs. Choose from continuous, motion detection, schedule or event-based recording. The NVR features an event log, event search, along with event notification which sends an email or alert when an event occurs—enabling you to take action in real time.

The NVR supports H.264 video streams to reduce your file size, maximize recording time and save valuable hard drive space. The NVR supports up to 16TB of internal storage (up to 4x 4TB hard drives maximum) for weeks of video storage.

This powerful NVR is equipped with 16 alarm inputs with the ability to connect up to 16 alarms/sensors to connect to specific camera locations and 4 alarm outputs to connect to external devices such as a siren or fire alarm. This enables you to trigger recording based on the camera location connected to a specific alarm/sensor.

Alibi Central Management Software (CMS) is a professional monitoring platform that enables you to centrally manage multiple devices, at multiple locations, from a single interface. The CMS enables you to view up to 64 live cameras on a single screen and supports up to 256 devices (such as cameras and recorders) with a maximum of 1,024 channels.

The user-friendly central management software is loaded with powerful features to enhance your management and viewing experience, including: drag-and-drop system and camera selection, customizable displays, device grouping, alarms and notifications, remote system management and many more.

This SwitchBox NVR comes with a 3-year warranty, 30-day money-back guarantee and free lifetime US-based technical support.

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All Alibi purchases are protected by a 30-day money-back guarantee, unlimited US-based technical support, and our Alibi 3-Year Blanket Warranty.

What is an Alibi 3-Year Blanket Warranty?

Our Alibi 3-Year Blanket Warranty covers your entire purchase, with no asterisks and no exceptions! The warranty covers all Alibi camera and recorder hardware and components, and pre-installed hard drives. If you have an issue, we provide unlimited technical support – and manage all returns and exchanges directly, minimizing unnecessary down-time.

What’s Covered by the Warranty?

• DVRS: physical recorders, components, fans, and pre-installed hard drives
• Cameras: imagers, components, built-in IR illuminators, and housings
• PTZ Cameras: imagers, components, pan/tilt motors, and housings
• All Technologies: analog, HD-TVI, and IP

Learn more about the Alibi 3-Year Blanket Warranty

What’s Included:

• (1) 16-Channel SwitchBox NVR
• (1) 6′ HDMI cable
• (1) 6′ CAT5e patch cable
• (1) USB mouse
• (1) CD-ROM (Installation tools and instruction guide)

Key Features and Capabilities:

SwitchBox PoE – Simplify installation. The SwitchBox NVR delivers an IP network recording solution—without the complexity. It features an integrated 8-port PoE (Power over Ethernet) network switch to power the IP network cameras directly through the network cable— eliminating the need to purchase a separate network switch.

Selectable Recording Modes – Maximize recording. The NVR offers multiple selectable recording options including continuous recording, motion detection and schedule to maximize your video recording and hard drive storage.

Note: Certain recording features and capabilities of NVRs, such as multiple codecs and motion detection, are dependent upon IP camera compatibility.

H.264 Compression – Record high resolution video and save storage space. H.264 compression can greatly reduce the size of your digital video files without compromising image quality (compared to M-JPEG and MPEG-4). It’s a stable, proven and widely used compression technology, offering unbeatable recording picture quality and a small compression ratio that saves valuable hard drive storage space.

FREE iOS/Android App – Access your NVR remotely from anywhere with the free Witness iOS/Android mobile app.

Technology Agnostic – Support for multiple technologies. Alibi CMS is engineered to support all Alibi analog, HD-TVI, and IP recording solutions – delivering unparalleled flexibility today, and as your surveillance needs evolve.

Alibi Discovery Protocol (ADP) – Discover devices on your network. Auto-discovers all Alibi recorders and cameras on your LAN. (You don’t need to know the specific IP address for each device.)

View Multiple Cameras – View all allotted cameras on one screen. Conveniently view up to 64 live cameras on a single screen.

Extensive Device Support – Get support for hundreds of devices. Provides support for up to 256 devices with a maximum of 1024 channels.

Customizable Screen Views – Create a custom view. Customize viewing layouts and groups – mixing and matching cameras from multiple systems and multiple locations.

Import Mapping – Create a map of your location. Import a location map and add devices with visual icons to the map. Set up alerts for each device on the map and receive notifications via email.

Full Calendar Search – Search your video fast. Quickly narrow down your search criteria, selecting weeks or days – to one-minute segments, filtering by user-defined events.

Smart Search – Define a search area. Define an area within your image and search for motion only within that area – to quickly locate video of traffic through a doorway, activity near an object, or other events in a specific location.

Video Tagging – Tag an area of interest. Create video tags that represent events of interest (such as “shoplifting”) and search your video library to quickly access all tagged events at a later time.

Instant Replay – Replay intervals of video. Choose 30 seconds to 10-minute intervals of instant playback of recorded video. Choose your time interval and watch playback in the same pane without having to switch between live and playback screen.

Two-Way Audio – Communicate back-and-forth. Hear audio and communicate between two devices at two separate locations. No need to get on the phone!

Alarm Control – Receive an alert. Create notification alerts when physical alarms connected to the system are triggered by motion, an alarm input or video exceptions such as hard drive failures.

Account Management – Manage users and permissions. Create up to 50 users for the CMS and create and manage different types of users and permission. Restrict access and grant permissions to which cameras users at various locations can and cannot see, for a customized view by user.

Full Calendar Search – Quickly narrow down your search criteria. Search by calendar, selecting weeks or days, within specific time segments – down to one-minute segments. You can also search by events within a specified date or time segment.

Smart Search – Define an area within your image. Define and search for motion only within that area – to quickly locate video of traffic through a doorway, activity near an object, or other events in a specific location.

Video Tagging – Create video tags. Create tags that represent events of interest (such as “shoplifting”) and search your video library to quickly access all tagged events at a later time.

Instant Replay – Instantly switch to playback on a single camera. Switch to camera playback selecting 30 seconds to 10 minute intervals of recorded video, without having to switch between live and playback screens. Playback is displayed in the Main View and replaces live view stream with the instant replay of the camera, while still being able to see other cameras in live-view.

Two-Way Audio – Hear audio and communicate between two devices at two separate locations. No need to get on the phone! You can hear audio from a camera and choose to speak back either through a speaker connected to the DVR/HVR/NVR, or a speaker connected directly to a compatible IP camera.

Alarm Control – Create alerts. Create notification alerts when physical alarms connected to the system are triggered by motion, an alarm input or by video exceptions such as hard drive failures.

Event Management – Manage events and take action. Manage events when motion is detected, or triggered by an alarm input or device exception and take action. Receive an alert or an email in real-time when an illegal login occurs or an alarm is triggered.

Account Management – Manage user roles and permissions. Create up to 50 users for the CMS and create and manage different user roles and permissions. Restrict access and grant permissions to which cameras users at various locations can and cannot see, for a customized view by user.

Networking

Ethernet Interface	RJ-45
Ethernet Ports	17
Ethernet Speed	1 x 10 /100 /1000 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet interface 16x 10 /100 Mbps PoE Ethernet interfaces
Protocols	TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS, DHCP, UDP, RTP, RTSP and more
Remote Configuration	Yes
Remote Viewable	Yes

Recording Specifications

Channels	16
Compression Type	H.264
Email Notification	Yes
Event Log	Yes
Event Notification	Yes
Event Search	Yes
Recording Resolution	Up to 5 Megapixel
Max Storage Capacity (TB)	Supports up to 16TB (4x 4TB HDD)
Max Frame Rate (fps)	480
Motion Detection	Camera Dependent
Pre/Post Alarm Recording	Yes
Privacy Video Block	Yes
Recording Mode	Schedule, Continuous, Motion Detection and Event
Video Offload	MP4
Video Streaming	Dual

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions	2.8" H x 17.5" W x 15.3" D
Certification	CE, FCC, RoHS
Hard Drive Type	SATA
Number of Drive Bays	4
Operating Temperature (F)	14° ~ 131°
Product Color	Black
Remote Control	Yes
Weight (lb)	9.0

Power Requirements

Power Supply Included	Yes
Power (w)	<40w (without hard disk)
Volts AC	110 ~ 240

Software

Browser Support	Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, Safari
Mobile App	iOS & Android

Connectors

Connectors	(16) Independent RJ-45 PoE, (1) Gigabit LAN RJ-45, (3) USB Ports
RS-485	Yes
Sensor Inputs	16
Alarm Outputs	4
Audio In	1
Audio Out	2
Video Out	HDMI, VGA, CVBS

Other

Warranty	3 Years