Why doesn i-Catcher Console operate in a mode other than Motion Detection?
A2.4 – The i-Catcher range of products pass data by saving files in specific places. When large numbers of cameras are used, this can cause a heavy load on the file system and processor. Motion detection relieves this load by only passing data when there is something of interest, i.e. motion. This reduces the load considerably, making the system more efficient. It is possible to simulate a time-lapse style of recording by utilising the heartbeat (periodic) recording function and setting motion sensitivity to its minimum or using a mask on the whole image. Similarly, a form of ‘webcam’ mode an be implemented by turning off recording for feeds. Note that this will also prevent any FTP uploads or other alerts for any feed in which recording has been disabled.
