High-capacity and Amazingly Clear and Detailed
Image Recording with the Latest Sony Digital Hard
Disk Recorder
The Sony HSR-J series*1is the latest family of multi-channel Digital Hard Disk Recorders with a
500-GB HDD capacity (250GB X2). These recorders adopt the JPEG 2000 compression
format, which uses a state-of-the art compression method to record large amounts of image
data. JPEG 2000 provides clearer and more detailed image quality compared to conventional
JPEG images of the same data size. Moreover, the HSR-J Series features a high monitoring
refresh rate of 30 fps (NTSC)/25 fps (PAL).
To expand your recording capacity, the HSR-J series can be connected to an external RAID
unit via a SCSI interface. Also, with a built-in multiplexing function, up to 9 cameras
(HSR-J2009/J2009P) or up to 16 cameras (HSR-J2016/J2016P) can be connected to the unit
and images obtained from these cameras can be recorded and monitored independently.
What's more, equipped with a 100Base-TX Ethernet interface,the HSR-J series enables you to
monitor live images, access recorded images, and control your surveillance system over a
TCP/IP network.
The HSR-J series offers all the benefits associated with digital HDD recordings – clear, crisp,
undistorted images, that you can access quickly. And since there are no tape transports
and/or head service costs, maintenance costs for the HSR-J series are lower compared to
those for analog time-lapse recorders.
With other convenient features such as Programmed Recording, Alarm Recording, Activity
Detection, Intelligent Search, and a built-in Compact Flash™ (CF) card slot, the HSR-J series
is ideal for a wide range of monitoring application in locations such as banks, airports,
government facilities, and more!
*1
Unless otherwise noted, the "HSR-J series" refers to the following models: HSR-J2009, HSR-J2009P, HSR-J2016, and
HSR-J2016P
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FEATURES
High-quality Images
JPEG 2000 Compression
The HSR-J series adopts the JPEG 2000 image coding
system that uses state-of-the-art compression
techniques based on wavelet technology. JPEG 2000
provides higher compression ratios and better image
quality compared to conventional JPEG compression.
For example, when recording in HIGH mode, HSR-J
series file sizes are 20% smaller than standard JPEG
file sizes of the same image quality. What's more,
JPEG 2000 files have resolution scalability, so smallersized data can be specified and extracted from a single
compressed file, unlike JPEG, which requires different
sized images to be stored separately. This feature is
ideal when you need to download image data over a
network with limited bandwidth.
With its smaller file size and resolution scalability, JPEG
2000 compression was chosen for the HSR-J series to
achieve efficient data recording and playback.
JPEG 2000 (6.1 Kbytes) Original (700 Kbytes)JPEG (6 Kbytes)
High-capacity 500-GB Storage
(ATA/ATAPI-5 Standard HDDs)
The HSR-J series incorporates a 500-GB capacity HDD
(250GB x 2), providing long recording times.
9-camera Operation
• High-Mode Recording Time: approx. 462 hours, 19.25 days
• Mid-Mode Recording Time: approx. 680 hours, 28.3 days
16-camera Operation
• High-Mode Recording Time: approx. 231 hours, 9.7 days
• Mid-Mode Recording Time: approx. 340 hours, 14.2 days
*2
Based on 0.9 pictures/s, uses 99% of the recording area.
*3
Based on 1.25 pictures/s, uses 99% of the recording area.
*2:
*3:
High Refresh Rate
The HSR-J series can record images at high refresh
rates so crucial moments are not missed.
• Live Image Monitoring: 30 frames/s (NTSC), 25 frames/s (PAL)
*4
This is the maximum recording frame rate. It is
dependent on the number of connected cameras.
*4
JPEG 2000 vs JPEG Image Comparison
Region-of-Interest (ROI) Function
To further achieve efficiency in storage, the HSR-J
series supports a Region-of-Interest (ROI) function that
enables specified areas of an image to be recorded
with better quality than the rest of the image
(i.e., background areas that are of less interest). Up to
three areas can be specified. In addition, the HSR-J
series also supports an Active ROI function. This works
in such a way that image quality is improved only
when the activity detection function is triggered within
specified ROIs.
Network Capability
The HSR-J series is equipped with a 100Base-TX
Ethernet interface so you can remotely monitor and
control your surveillance system over a TCP/IP
network using networked PCs running a web
*5
browser
downloaded via a network. Users can select image
sizes so smooth-moving images can be viewed even
when network bandwidth is limited. Up to fifteen
users can simultaneously monitor images. There are
also four levels of password protection.
*5
. Image data can also be transferred and
Requires Microsoft®Windows®98 or higher operating
system and Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher web
browser.
ROI Image Screen
GUI Screen
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Built-in Multiplexing Capability
Using a built-in multiplexing capability, up to 9
camera images (HSR-J2009/J2009P) or up to 16
camera images (HSR-J2016/J2016P) can be recorded
and monitored independently. Multiple monitoring
patterns, such as full screen, 4-, 9-, and 16-division
split screens are available, and live camera images can
be sequentially switched at intervals of 1 to 30
seconds. In addition to these monitoring patterns,
you can set up an "Option Screen,"
*7
a larger sub
screen in the lower right corner of the display, that
can be used to display either a live camera image or
recorded image.
*6
16-division split screen is supported only on the
HSR-2016/2016P.
*7
A live camera image cannot be displayed in the Option
Screen during playback.
*6
Timer Recording
Timer recording can be activated on a weekly or daily
basis, with a maximum of eight timer settings.
Programmed Recording
The HSR-J series has a programmed recording
function that allows you to preset up to four
programs and recall them easily via the menu.
Within each of the four programs, you can specify
the preferred camera inputs and the recording rate of
each camera. These programs can also be used in
combination with timer and alarm recording features.
Playback During Recording
The HSR-J series allows you to view previously
recorded images without having to stop recording.
Intelligent Search Function
External RAID Unit Connectivity
Equipped with a SCSI interface, the HSR-J series can
be connected to an external RAID unit
is ideal when recording for a long period of time and
for backing up data. Users can easily access image
data recorded to the external RAID unit using the
HSR-J series search function.
*8
When using an external RAID unit, please make sure to
use an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS).
The RAID unit and the HDDs built into this unit cannot be
used simultaneously. Please contact your nearest Sony
office or authorized dealer for more details.
*8
. This feature
Easy Setup and Easy Operation
The HSR-J series offers an "Easy Setup" menu, which
gives users quick access to normal recording settings,
such as frame rate, recording duration, picture quality,
and timer recordings on a single menu page. Once
the appropriate parameters have been input, the
system is automatically configured.
For easy connections, a Video OUT and a USB port
are located on the front panel allowing users to
quickly connect to external devices such as a monitor
and recorder.
Comprehensive Recording and
Playback Features
Alarm Recording
With its flexible alarm recording settings, the HSR-J
series provides a high level of functionality during
alarm incidents. When the recorder detects an alarm,
either internally (via its built-in activity detection
sensor) or externally, the unit will automatically switch
to alarm recording mode. A pre-alarm mode, which
plays back images recorded before the alarm was
triggered, is also available.
The HSR-J series features six search functions that
allow you to quickly locate and review required
segments: alarm log search, alarm search, alarm
thumbnail search, time/date search, archive area
search, and activity detection search.
Alarm Log Search GUI screen
Activity Detection Function
The HSR-J series is equipped with an activity
detection sensor that is designed to recognize
changes in luminance. The sensor is based on a
10 x 14 grid on the monitor, and ten levels of
sensitivity are selectable. If a change in luminance is
detected in the assigned area of the grid, an alarm is
triggered and recording is activated.
Activity Search On Recorded Data
The HSR-J series has the capability to perform an
activity search on recorded data. Users can set an
activity grid within the recorded material to search
only the scenes in which activity was detected within
that specified area.
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Two-Channel Audio Recording and
Playback
Two channels of audio can be recorded and played back.
Smart Data Storage and Backup
The HDDs of the HSR-J series are partitioned into two
areas – a recording area and an archive area. Normal
recorded images and alarm recording images can be
recorded to the recording area
for this area can be freely allocated to meet your needs.
The archive area can be used for backing up all image
data. In addition, an auto copy function
automatically archive alarm recording data to prevent
accidental erasing of this critical data.
*9
Normal recorded images and alarm recording images cannot be
recorded simultaneously.
*10
When using the auto copy function, the maximum recording
frame rate is 60 fps (NTSC)/50 fps(PAL).
*9
. The recording capacity
*10
can be used to
Camera PTZ Control Functions
*11
The HSR-J series allows users to easily and quickly control
a camera's PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom) function using the JOG,
SHUTTLE, and Operation buttons located on the front
panel.
*11
Please contact your nearest Sony office or authorized dealer
for a types of compatible cameras.
Data Copy Feature
Data recorded on the HDDs can be easily copied to a
variety of removable media. A built-in Compact Flash (CF)
card slot on the front panel of HSR-J series enables you to
download images onto a CF card or Memory Stick™
media card using a CF card adapter. A USB port is available
to connect external CD-R/RW/DVD+R/DVD+RW drives so
that data can be copied to disc media. In addition, when
the HSR-J series is connected to a network, users can
download recorded images to a PC.
Mass7.1 kg (15 lb 10 oz)7.1 kg (15 lb 10 oz)7.2 kg (15 lb 14 oz)7.2 kg (15 lb 14 oz)
Dimensions420 (W) x 96 (H) x 376 (D) mm (16 5/8 x 3 7/8 x 14 7/8 inches)
Power requirementsAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 220 V, 50/60 HzAC 120 V, 60 HzAC 220 V, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption40 W40 W48 W48 W
Operating temperature5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F)
Operating humidityLess than 80%
Built-in HDD capacity500 GB (250 GB x 2)
Card slotCompact Flash type II
Video
Input9 channels,VBS,VS (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced16 channels, VBS,VS (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced
Output9 channels,VBS,VS (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced16 channels, VBS,VS (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced
Monitor outputVBS, VS 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced (BNC type x 2 ), S-VIDEO (Mini DIN 4-pin x 1)
Video outputRCA x 1
Video compressionJPEG 2000
Picture quality modeHyper : 42 KB/picture*
Picture resolution720 x 240 pixels (field mode)720 x 288 pixels (field mode)720 x 240 pixels (field mode)720 x 288 pixels (field mode)
Horizontal resolutionMore than 500 TV lines (Hyper mode)
Signal-to-noise ratio48 dB (typical,Hyper mode)
Audio
Mic input1 channel Monaural (Mini jack), -60 dBs,10 kΩ, unbalanced
Line input2 channels Monaural (Phono jack), -8 dBs,27 kΩ, unbalanced
Line output1 channel Monaural (Phono jack), -8 dBs, 600 Ω, unbalanced
Signal-to-noise ratio38 dB (typical)
DistortionLess than 4% at 1 kHz