Video Systems and Recorders Index

Overview & Architecture

BluSKY Video Overview (Milestone to Cloud)
Slide deck showing how BluSKY brings Milestone XProtect™ to the cloud for live/recorded video, bi‑directional sync, and “any device, anywhere” viewing—without extra client installs. Highlights unlimited user sharing and mobile access.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Video Architecture
Explains on‑prem vs. direct‑to‑cloud architectures, when to use a full Milestone NVR, and how the integration works identically in both models. Helpful when selecting the right deployment pattern.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY–Milestone Bi‑Directional Interface
Describes embedding BluSKY modules inside Milestone for a unified UI and how cloud↔on‑prem changes replicate both ways—ideal for Milestone‑centric sites that still want BluSKY’s cloud reach.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Video Management System Integration (Overview Page)
Product page for BluSKY Video—live/recorded/event video from any device, plus unified video across Access, Alarms, Visitor, Intercom, and more. Lists current VMS integrations including Milestone.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Video Management System Integration (PDF Datasheet)
One‑pager emphasizing remote configuration/support of cameras & NVRs, 24/7 health monitoring, and 100% browser‑based operation. Useful for proposals and executive summaries.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Milestone Integration

Milestone Video Configuration Best Practices
Field guide for configuring Milestone NVRs and cameras: use two streams (live/recorded), match aspect ratios, set FPS/bitrate, configure motion detection, and set a 24×7 rule. Reduces bandwidth and avoids playback alignment issues.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

How to Add Cameras to BluSKY from Milestone
Step‑by‑step: add hardware in Milestone, copy the external camera ID, create the camera in BluSKY, and verify viewing. Includes tips for device packs and Hanwha firmware updates.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Milestone NVR Migration — Fastest Steps
Practical checklist for moving cameras and media DB to a new NVR, transferring historical footage, and validating recording continuity. Good for cutover planning.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Locally Installed Software & Function
Notes that only the BluSKY Local Server Manager service is required locally; it pulls and installs what’s needed. Milestone XProtect is a third‑party exception managed separately.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Local Servers and Software (Overview)
Quick overview of hardware/software pieces for on‑prem video (BluCHIP Milestone NVR or local server) and other edge roles in BluSKY solutions.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Camera Setup & Configuration

Create a Camera
Walks through creating a camera in BluSKY—naming, model, system/facility, recording server, external ID (GUID), network fields, and key video parameters (resolution, FPS).
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

View Camera Info (Field Definitions)
Read‑only view that explains every field on a Camera (recording server, stream URL, HRes/VRes, FPS, encoder, bitrate, pre‑buffer, PTZ flags, etc.), useful for audits without risking edits.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

“Gold Standard” Configuration for BluSKY Cameras
Prescriptive configuration standard: stream resolution table (keep live/recorded aspect ratios aligned), 15 FPS recommended, bitrate caps, variable bitrate = Yes, compression rate target, overlay guidance, homography & mapping, motion, and cloud upload defaults. Mentions default cloud retention (30 days) and SNAP‑24 behavior.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Force Camera Name
New field allowing you to force the BluSKY camera name to match the NVR camera name (or vice‑versa) for consistent naming across platforms.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Hanwha Vision / Wisenet IP Camera — NVR Gold Standard
Vendor‑specific “Gold Standard” stream settings verified against BBNVR versions; includes screenshots of model UIs and matching live/recorded profiles.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Streams & Recording

Best‑Practice Streams (Milestone)
Recommends two streams (live + recorded), aligned aspect ratios to avoid preview misalignment, target FPS and bitrate per stream, plus motion detection tuning to prevent needless recordings.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

360‑Degree Cameras & Stream Counting (Licensing Note)
Sales training note that 360° cameras typically expose four separate streams and therefore count as four BluSKY licenses whether local or cloud recording. Useful during scoping.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Recorder (Delete/Associations)
Explains recorder deletion behavior and relationships to servers and cameras—handy when retiring or replacing NVRs.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Cloud Video, SNAP‑24 & Retention

Cloud Video (Default Retention & Events)
Camera “Gold Standard” enables cloud clip uploads for key events; default cloud retention is 30 days. Guidance covers which event types to enable per camera association (e.g., intercom, monitoring point, motion).
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

SNAP‑24 (Productivity for Daily Review)
SNAP‑24 periodically captures snapshots for every camera and links snapshots to events—review 24 hours in under a minute, view as carousel/montage/timeline, and use as a basis for scene analytics.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

SNAP‑24 Enhancements (2025)
Adds duration/time‑block filters, playback controls, multiple layouts, hi‑res/zoom, downloads, and event/schedule badges; snapshots now open the Video UDC for immediate clip playback.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)
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SNAP‑24 & Event Snapshots (Recorder/LVSM)
Recorder and LVSM releases add universal snapshot support across NVR types, proper resolution/expiry honoring, and logging for manual clip durations—improving evidence capture and retention control.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Why SNAP‑24 Matters (Blog)
Blog explainer on compressing a day of surveillance into high‑value stills for faster monitoring, triage, and investigations.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Health, Diagnostics & Monitoring

System Health (Slide Series)
Presentation set (System Health, Monitoring Service, Scenarios, Connection) describing BluSKY/BluCHIP health statuses, dashboards, notifications, and how connectivity is monitored end‑to‑end.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Video Health in Product Datasheet
Datasheet calls out “configure/manage/support all cameras and NVRs remotely” and “24/7 NVR and camera System Health monitoring,” plus dashboard video wall and multi‑system views.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Note: Camera Recording Health Monitoring
Adds automatic resume of recording after camera disconnect/reconnect (e.g., power/network outage), HLS local streaming, date/time overlay, and camera property sync with BluSKY—reduces blind spots.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Recorder/LVSM Health Features (Nov 2024)
Stream health checks + auto‑restart, Docker auto‑restart, Evo server auto‑restart, clock/zone status on recorder config, manual clip status in player, and snapshot generation for all events.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

VPN & Network Monitoring (BluSKY Add‑On)
BluSKY VPN provides secure remote access to manage/monitor devices across networks without opening firewalls—key for remote camera/NVR support and fewer truck rolls.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Recorder / Server Setup

Server (Overview & List Fields)
Server objects bridge BluSKY to on‑prem systems (e.g., video/NVR). Includes notes that VPN/Remote Management is required for Video Integration deployments; links to create/delete/manage server entries.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Create a Server
How to create server records with system/facility/MAC address and associations—foundation for managing on‑prem services like Milestone or recording software.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

LVSM Installation, Configuration & Debugging
End‑to‑end guide to install BluSKY’s Local Video Site Manager on the NVR, set up the Recorder in BluSKY, verify local/cloud streaming, and troubleshoot Site Manager launch issues.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Training, How‑To & Sales Aids

Video — New System (Sales Training)
Checklist of info needed for quoting video systems, including number/types of cameras (local/cloud), NVR form factor, and accessories—plus the 360° stream/licensing note.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluB0X & BluSKY (Video Section Highlights)
Overview page noting that all cameras are configured in the Cloud and, combined with BluSKY Video Diagnostics and VPN, can be supported remotely without truck rolls.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

A&E Specs & Typical Systems

Video Management System — A&E Spec
CSI‑format spec covering VMS scope: search tools (sequence/timeline/smart/bookmark), exports (snapshots/print), and operational requirements—useful in design/spec packages.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Smart Video Wall — A&E Spec
Architectural criteria for a smart video wall within a hosted security solution; good for projects requiring multi‑tile monitoring.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Typical Systems — 16 Camera (Milestone Included)
Typical package showing camera licensing and the note that Milestone XProtect Corporate is included with all NVRs purchased through BluB0X; NVR integration software is a one‑time fee per camera count.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Typical Systems — 24/64 Camera (Video & Analytics)
Typical BoMs for mid/large systems including viewing stations, switching, support, and optional video analytics; notes on motion detection as a “free” analytic in core video.
24 Camera — BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)
64 Camera — BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

PACS with Cloud & Local Video (Edge/EP1501)
Typical designs showing how BluSKY Access + Cloud/Local Video are packaged for small door counts—good references for blended access/video solutions.
1 Door EP1501 — BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)
16 Door Edge — BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

MSRP/License Context (2020)
Historical pricing context for local vs. cloud camera recording channel licenses (per camera), useful when reconciling legacy quotes.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Blogs & Thought Leadership

Why Choose the BluBØX IoT Recorder Over Server‑Based NVRs (e.g., Milestone)?
Compares BluB0X IoT Recorder’s purpose‑built, GPU‑based, edge‑analytics design vs. traditional Windows server NVRs, including cost, simplicity, and consolidation benefits.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

AI Surveillance as a 24/7 Concierge (BluEYES)
Discusses pain points with legacy VMD and how AI pipelines reduce false alarms, unify CCTV with access/alarm data, and improve operator outcomes.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

The Challenge of Disparate Security Systems
Real‑world consolidation narrative: moving from siloed DVRs (no centralized retention) to cloud‑unified BluSKY with remote management and standardized policies.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

24 BluB0X Innovations at ISC West 2025
Summarizes multiple AI pipelines (e.g., SNAP‑24, AutoBackground, AutoFloor, RaceTrack) that augment cameras/recorders with spatial awareness and fast evidence retrieval.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Release Notes Impacting Video

Sept 2025 — SNAP‑24: Open Video UDC from Snapshots
Double‑click thumbnails to launch the Video UDC in a modal for immediate playback; same behavior inside the UDC snapshots.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

June 2025 — Camera Config: SNAP‑24 Timeline Usability
Adds duration/time‑block filters, playback controls, multiple grid layouts, hi‑res/zoom, download, and event/schedule indicators for better daily review.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

March 2025 — Recorder Licensing & TLS
Adds Recorder (Spiderware) license config for BBNVR and TLS protocol support for Redis connections in LVSM/BBNVR—security and licensing management improvements.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Nov 2024 — Recorder/LVSM Health & Snapshots
Stream health checks with auto‑restart, manual clip status, universal snapshots across NVR types, and proper snapshot resolution/expiry—plus extended log retention.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Oct 2024 (2) — Local Streaming + Recording Resilience
Adds HLS support for local streaming, camera property sync with BluSKY, date/time overlay, and auto‑resume of recording after outages.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

April 2024 — Camera UI & Video Header Labeling
Camera events timeline/UI refinements and camera name in video header for clearer identification during review.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

March 2024 — SNAP‑24 Feature Intro
Introduces the SNAP‑24 pipeline: periodic snapshots, fast carousel/montage/timeline review, and AI scene analysis foundations.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

April 2020 — Early Video Wall/Monitoring Highlights
Release summary calling out remote camera/NVR management and 24/7 health monitoring on the video wall/dashboard.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Quick Links — Related to Health & Remote Support

System Health Slide Hub & Index
All pages in the System Health learning path.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY VPN & Remote Management Datasheet
Secure, browser‑only remote access to devices—key for supporting NVRs and cameras.
BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)