CVSS Video Management Systems (VMS) & Software

Question 1

Which VMS architecture places all video processing and storage on a central server rather than on edge devices?

Accepted Answer

Centralized VMS

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Decentralized VMS

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Hybrid VMS

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Cloud-only VMS

Question 2

In a VMS, what is the primary function of a 'failover server'?

Accepted Answer

Take over recording duties if the primary server fails

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Increase camera resolution during peak hours

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Compress video to reduce bandwidth usage

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Provide remote access for mobile clients

Question 3

What does ONVIF Profile S specifically define for IP video systems?

Accepted Answer

Streaming and configuration of IP cameras and video encoders

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Access control device interoperability

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Video analytics metadata exchange

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Storage and retrieval of recorded video

Question 4

Which VMS feature allows operators to define rules that trigger alerts or recording changes when specific conditions are met in video feeds?

Accepted Answer

Event-based rules engine

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Bandwidth throttling

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Codec transcoding

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Frame rate scheduling

Question 5

What is the purpose of a VMS 'bookmark' feature during video playback?

Accepted Answer

Mark specific moments in recorded video for quick future retrieval

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Permanently delete footage from a specific timestamp

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Increase playback speed for lengthy recordings

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Encrypt a segment of video for secure sharing

Question 6

In VMS licensing, what is typically meant by a 'channel license'?

Accepted Answer

A license that authorizes one camera or video input to be managed by the VMS

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A license to access the VMS client software on one workstation

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A license for unlimited storage on the VMS server

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A license enabling integration with a third-party access control system

Question 7

Which VMS deployment model allows cameras to store and manage video locally while also syncing metadata and alerts to a central server?

Accepted Answer

Hybrid VMS

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Pure cloud VMS

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Centralized on-premises VMS

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Peer-to-peer VMS