ICS-MDVR-E4 Series - Compact Surveillance Systems for trains
Transportation environments are usually harsh, with repeated exposure to shock and vibration often proving too much for adapted desk-top electronic systems. The ICS MDVR-E4 is specifically designed for public and commercial transport applications onboard rolling stock. The DVR board is encased in a rugged extruded aluminium housing mounted on aerospace grade anti-vibration mounts, the new ICS-MDVR-E4 mobile DVR can withstand these hostile environments to provide reliable in-vehicle security surveillance. Small, light and robust, the DVR is ideal in space restricted situations where the application demands resilience from the product.
All user connections and controls are performed on the front panel using a laptop or via a network. Status indicators are easily visible for checking system functionality during "Pre-driver's check" and are located behind a strong acrylic clear window to avoid any tampering.
Features
- The unit can be accessed via wireless LAN or GSM / GPRS / CDPD / UTMS / HSDPA
- Schedule downloads while train is in depo via Wireless LAN

- MultiMode recording allows record profiles to be configured in line with camera location on the vehicle and current operating conditions, thus optimising video quality and record duration.
- Developed specifically for onboard trains. Construction and connectors engineered for rugged environments. Anti-vandal Housing
- All camera power connections are terminated inside housing making the installation very easy
- 2mm Powder Coated Steel enclosure (optional colours available)
- 4 or 8 Video inputs (JPEG or MPEG4 recording options)
- Two audio inputs, three alarm inputs
- No external equipment required for operation
- Monitor output provides spot or main monitor functionality
- 3-axis accelerometer provides vehicle environmental data with axis designations
- Storage on fixed or removable SATA HDD, Compact Flash or SD Card (HDD versions come with anti-vibration mounts as standard)
- Intelligent power management based on ignition and supply voltage sensor. Main power Isolation through 2 Amp breaker.
- Media playback support, with audio, for advertising and messaging. ICS-MDVR-E4can output Media (advertising) making the DVR a continuous revenue generator. Now Advertising can pay for your security needs on a vehicle, paying for itself within approximately 12 months.
- Standard support for FTP download functions, either auto-requested or on event.
Technical Specification
TOUGHENED DESIGN
A robust extruded aluminium enclosure mounted on aerospace grade shock absorbers ensures that ICS-MDVR-E4 can withstand prolonged exposure to the vibration and shock that is typical of rail transportation.
G-FORCE SENSOR
3-axis accelerometer providing g-force measurements of vehicle,
can be associated with camera footage for use in evidential
circumstances.
POWER MANAGEMENT
The ICS-MDVR-E4 power management facility stops the unit
recording and closes down operation after a user defined period
has elapsed from the vehicle ignition being turned off. The unit
will also carry out a controlled and timed power down sequence
when the vehicle voltage has fallen below a user set level.
CAMERA INPUTS
4 or 8 channel options (Colour or monochrome)
75 ohm termination
Composite 1V peak to peak
Recorded Camera can be also be duplicated as a reversing
mirror. Viewed as a live feed through Spot Monitor Output.
MultiMode RECORDING
MultiMode recording offers total recording flexibilty. Record rates, image resolutions (QCIF to 4CIF) and compression algorithms (MPEG4/MJPEG) can be dynamically changed depending upon the operational mode of the unit. MultiMode Recording profiles can be set on a per unit or per camera basis allowing the balance between record quality and total recording time to be optimised.
COMPRESSION
MJPEG & MPEG-4 formats at 4CIF, 2CIF, CIF & QCIF resolution. User definable file compression size.
RECORDING RATE
4 channel, 100pps CIF / 50 pps 2CIF / 25pps 4CIF
8 channel, 100pps CIF / 50 pps 2CIF / 25pps 4CIF
SPOT MONITOR OUTPUT
A composite or VGA monitor output provides full screen,
quad or 9 way monitor functionality.
AUDIO INPUTS
1 channel line level.
1 channel microphone level with bias supply (software switchable to line level, no bias).
Sensitivity - 50mV to 1.5V RMS
Software adjustable gain and AGC (Automatic Gain Control)
ALARM INPUTS
3 analogue inputs with EOL detection capability.
TELEMETRY
Camera Telemetry Available via RS232 protocol (Non-vehicle
application)
RELAY OUTPUTS
Solid state relay providing polarised volt free contacts.
Rated up to 60V 700mA.
CONNECTIONS
Ethernet – 10/100Base T connection
Web browser, FTP and Telnet support
Serial Ports – 1 x 9 way (Male) D Type RS 232 port.
STATUS LEDS
Power, Network, HDD, CF/SD, Recording, Camera Fault
POWER
Supply voltage 110 volts dc.
Power consumption including HDD 7.5W.
Switched power output (1A) max. for peripheral devices.
WORKING TEMPERATURE
Disk Drive (HDD) -10C to +45C (41F to 113F)
Disk Drive (Solid State) -20C to +45C (-4F to 113F)
OPTIONS
Compact Flash - removable
Secure Digital (SD) - removable
Removable HDD
Fixed HDD
LOCKS
Optional spanner lock or box-key lock
DIMENSIONS
Including mounting hardware
421mm x 222mm x 170mm