Specifications
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HD-SDI
HD-SDI Technology
Safe and secure
HD-SDI products are based on existing television and 
broadcast standards. All products that meet these standards 
are compatible with Grundig HD-SDI systems, without 
needing further integration.
As part of the HD CCTV Alliance, Grundig is contributing to 
the development of the HD-SDI standard within the vid-
eo surveillance industry. Further developments include 
increasing transmission distances, increasing transmission 
resolutions and implementing features such as serial 
communication and power over coaxial cable – all of which 
will be included in the standard.
Unlike ONVIF, which has been developed specically for IP 
security applications, the SDI standard already exists. 
It is simply evolving and adapting to suit video surveillance 
applications.
Compatibility
HD-SDI systems are connected point-to-point, not over a 
network. Firewalls and other network protection 
hardware are not necessary to ensure the safe running and 
operation of the system, as it is intrinsically safe.
Stored data is also secure. If you use a HD-SDI DVR without 
network access, the only way to see the 
video is by getting physical access to the device.
IP cameras in public areas might be a security risk 
for your network. An HD-SDI camera is not!
Coaxial cabling is used to transmit HD-SDI signals, just like 
in analogue systems.
No network conguration or IT knowledge are necessary to 
set up a system. The DVR will detect the video signals from 
the cameras automatically and will record the data 
immediately.
Existing analogue coaxial cabling can be re-used for HD-SDI 
systems, saving on installation and cabling costs.
Plug & play
HD-SDI signals can be transmitted over standard coaxial 
cable.
The HD-CCTV alliance makes sure 
all products work together.










