CVSS Video Management Systems (VMS) & Software 3

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of VMS 'user role' configuration?

Accepted Answer

To control what actions and resources each user can access within the VMS

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To determine which cameras record at higher frame rates

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To set default compression settings for all cameras

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To assign IP addresses to operators' workstations

Question 2

In VMS storage management, what is 'retention policy'?

Accepted Answer

A configuration setting that defines how long recorded video is kept before being overwritten or deleted

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A rule that determines which cameras record in HD vs. SD quality

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A process that backs up video to a secondary location immediately after recording

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A setting that pauses recording during network outages

Question 3

Which VMS feature allows a second site to automatically take over management if the primary VMS server becomes unreachable?

Accepted Answer

Geo-redundancy / site failover

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Load balancing

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Adaptive streaming

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VLAN segmentation

Question 4

What is a 'video wall layout template' in VMS software?

Accepted Answer

A saved arrangement of camera tiles and screen zones that operators can instantly recall

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A firmware update package for PTZ cameras

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A compression profile applied to archived footage

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A network diagram showing camera IP addresses

Question 5

In a VMS, what is the function of an 'I/O module' integration?

Accepted Answer

To connect physical alarm inputs and relay outputs so events trigger VMS actions

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To increase the number of simultaneous video streams a server can handle

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To transcode video from H.265 to H.264 format

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To manage user authentication with Active Directory

Question 6

What is the benefit of integrating a VMS with a PSIM (Physical Security Information Management) platform?

Accepted Answer

It enables correlation of video events with data from access control, alarms, and other security systems in a unified interface

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It replaces the need for IP cameras with analog CCTV

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It automatically upgrades camera firmware across all devices

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It offloads video compression processing to the PSIM server

Question 7

When exporting video evidence from a VMS for legal proceedings, which practice is most important to maintain chain of custody?

Accepted Answer

Export video with an unaltered, authenticated digital signature or hash and document the export process

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Convert the video to the highest available resolution before export

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Remove audio from the export to comply with wiretapping laws

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Re-encode the video to MP4 for universal compatibility before submission