QNAP QVR Pro

What is QNAP QVR Pro?

QNAP QVR Pro is professional video surveillance software (NVR - Network Video Recorder) that transforms a QNAP NAS server into an advanced surveillance system. The solution offers flexible licensing, AI analytics, and integration with thousands of IP camera models.

Why QNAP QVR Pro:

• Free licenses - 8 camera channels in every NAS
• No subscription fees - one-time license purchase
• AI analytics - facial, object, motion recognition
• Scalability - from a few to hundreds of cameras

Software Versions

QVR Pro

For small and medium installations:

• Up to 128 camera channels
• Basic video analytics
• RTSP streaming
• Mobile app
• 8 free licenses included

QVR Elite

For large installations:

• Over 128 channels
• Advanced AI analytics
• Dual-recording (local + cloud)
• Central management of multiple NAS
• 2 free licenses included

Surveillance Functions

Camera Support

Compatibility:

[Supported Cameras]
     |
     +-- ONVIF Profile S/T/G
     +-- RTSP generic
     +-- Dedicated manufacturers:
          +-- Axis, Hikvision, Dahua
          +-- Vivotek, Hanwha, Bosch
          +-- Mobotix, Panasonic
          +-- and hundreds more...

Auto-discovery:

• Automatic camera detection in network
• Configuration import
• Batch setup for multiple cameras

Recording

Recording modes:

Mode	Description	Application
Continuous	24/7 non-stop	Critical locations
Scheduled	According to schedule	Offices during work hours
Motion	On motion detection	Space saving
Alarm	On camera signal	Security events
Manual	Manually triggered	Special situations

Dual-stream:

• Main stream (high quality) - archive
• Sub stream (low quality) - live preview

Live View

Web interface:

• Multi-camera view (up to 64 on screen)
• PTZ control
• Digital zoom
• Two-way audio

QVR Pro Client mobile app:

• iOS and Android
• Push notifications
• Live view and playback
• PTZ and audio

Playback and Export

Playback features:

• Graphical timeline
• Time-based search
• Event-based search
• Smart search (motion in area)

Export:

• AVI, MP4, MKV
• JPG/PNG snapshot
• Backup with player
• Watermark

AI Video Analytics

QVR Face (facial recognition)

Functions:

[QVR Face]
     |
     +-- Real-time face detection
     +-- Person database
     +-- Alerts: known/unknown face
     +-- Entry/exit history
     +-- Access control integration

Applications:

• Access control
• VIP recognition
• Blacklist alerting
• Time & attendance

QVR Human

People detection:

• People counting
• Traffic heatmaps
• Crowd detection
• Line crossing

QVR DoorAccess

Access control integration:

• Facial recognition at doors
• Lock integration
• Entry/exit logging
• Attendance reporting

System Architecture

Standalone

[Single Location]

[IP Cameras] --> [QNAP NAS + QVR Pro] --> [Operator Station]
                      |
                      +--> [Mobile App]

Multi-site with QVR Center

[Multiple Locations]

[Branch 1: NAS + QVR] ----+
                           |
[Branch 2: NAS + QVR] ----+--> [QVR Center] --> [Headquarters]
                           |
[Branch 3: NAS + QVR] ----+

QVR Center:

• Central management of multiple NAS
• Unified playback
• Central alerts
• Consolidated reports

Licensing

Licensing Model

Free licenses:

Version	Free Channels
QVR Pro	8 cameras
QVR Elite	2 cameras

Expansion:

• Licenses per camera (one-time purchase)
• No monthly/yearly fees
• Transferable between devices

Example Calculation

32-camera system:

QNAP TS-873A + QVR Pro
- 8 cameras: FREE
- 24 cameras: 24x license (~$20/camera)
Total: ~$480 for licenses (one-time)

Comparison with competition:

Milestone XProtect Essential+: $0 (8 cameras max)
Genetec Security Center: $$$/year (subscription)
Verkada: $$$/month/camera (cloud)
QNAP QVR Pro: $ one-time (unlimited time)

Hardware Requirements

Recommended NAS

Cameras	NAS Model	CPU	RAM
1-8	TS-464	Intel Celeron	8GB
8-16	TS-673A	AMD Ryzen	16GB
16-32	TS-873A	AMD Ryzen	32GB
32-64	TS-h973AX	AMD Ryzen	32GB
64+	ES2486dc	Intel Xeon	64GB+

Storage Capacity

Calculation (1080p, 30fps, H.265):

• 1 camera: ~10GB/day
• 16 cameras x 30 days: ~4.8TB
• 32 cameras x 30 days: ~9.6TB

Recommendation:

• RAID 5/6 for redundancy
• Separate volume for recordings
• Snapshots for protection

Use Cases

Small Shop/Office

Scenario: 8 cameras, monitoring entrances and back rooms.

Solution:

• QNAP TS-464 (4-bay)
• 4x 4TB HDD (RAID 5)
• QVR Pro (8 free licenses)
• 30-day retention

Retail Chain

Scenario: 15 stores x 16 cameras = 240 cameras.

Solution:

• 15x QNAP TS-673A in stores
• QVR Pro with licenses
• QVR Center at headquarters
• Central management and playback

Logistics Warehouse

Scenario: Large warehouse, 64 cameras, analytics.

Solution:

• QNAP TS-h973AX with 10GbE
• QVR Elite + QVR Human
• People and vehicle counting
• Traffic heatmaps

Deployment with nFlo

Project Stages

1. Analysis and Design

   • Location audit
   • Camera selection
   • Network planning

2. Installation

   • Camera mounting
   • NAS configuration
   • QVR Pro launch

3. Configuration

   • Recording schedules
   • Detection zones
   • Alerts and notifications

4. Training

   • Operators
   • Administrators
   • Export procedures

5. Support

   • System monitoring
   • Updates
   • License expansion