ADENA Hack: How to choose between AREC IR tracking cameras?

There are two AREC IR tracking cameras in the current product line - CI-T10 and CI-T21H. Both cameras rely on the same IR positioners AM-600 and AM-360 to follow the target, and have the same tracking range, so what makes them different from each other?

If we look specifically at their technical differences, then these are the main ones:

	CI-T10	​CI-T21H
Maximum FPS	30	60
I/O	Network, USB 2.0	Network, HDMI, USB 3.0
Working Modes	Either Network or USB, one at a time	Network, HDMI and USB, simultaneously

These technical differences are also reflected in price - CI-T10 is more suitable for entry-level and budget installations as opposed to the more advanced CI-T21H. Nevertheless, both cameras offer spectacular image quality and depth of image configuration.

If you would like to see and evaluate them yourself, don’t hesitate to request a personal demonstration via our website here, and we will arrange it when it is convenient for you.

ADENA Hack: How to use some of the extra features of Media Stations?

LS-860 and LS-US2 have a number of unique features that you may not know about. For example, they can create a special overlay for date and time. This overlay can be configured in a number of ways, including date format, font colour, size, and its position on the screen. The date/time overlay can be used to constantly give a real-time indication of when the recording and streaming is taking place and doesn’t conflict with standard overlays. To enable and configure it, open the “Administrator” web page of your Media Station, proceed to “Video” -> “Themes” and scroll down. You will see a menu like this

Toggle the button and change settings according to your preferences. You can use the Online Director web page to preview changes without leaving your computer. Time displayed is determined by your “Date and Time” system settings, which can be found in “Administrator”->“System”->”System Settings”.

One other feature that you may have skipped is called “Smooth Transitions”. Enabling it allows you to set a fade in-fade out effect when changing layouts. You can determine the length of this effect - from 0.5 to 5 seconds. Transitions, just like other special effects and designs, can be used to enhance the video appearance and make it stand out - therefore, if you haven’t tried this feature yet, give it a go!

Would you like to know more about the unique features of AREC devices? Contact us at www.a-dena.com and we will be happy to introduce them to you, or complete our ADENAcademy class (C3) dedicated specifically to this topic!

ADENA Hack: How to use Google Drive to upload your recordings?

Our latest firmware updates introduced a new upload mode integration - Google Drive. Drive is a convenient way to store your data and the setup process is extremely easy.

To start using it, first, update your station to the latest version and clean your browser cache and cookies afterwards. Then, open the Administrator web page of your Media Station, log in, and navigate to the “Upload” page. On the right side of this page, under “Transfer Settings” in “Mode”, select “Google Drive”. Next, click on “Get Device Code”. A device code will be displayed and a new button called “Sign in” will appear below. Click on “Sign in” and a new browser page will open. Enter the code you see on the station in the empty field on this new page.

Afterward, select your Google Account or log in if you don’t have it saved and allow the AREC Upload Service when prompted. After you see a “Success! Device connected” message on Google, return to the Administrator web page of the Media Station and click “Apply” below. You can now start using the upload service - simply enter the folder name where you want to upload your recordings to in the “Folder” field or leave it empty. In the latter case, the station will create new folders and call them according to the metadata (e.g., time and date) for every upload in your Google Drive. However, please note that due to authentication limits, Media Stations are not able to upload deeper than 1 folder in your Google Drive.

Google Drive is now supported on all VA1 AREC models, as well as LS-110. Would you like to know how to use other upload methods with AREC? Contact us at www.a-dena.com and we will be happy to help you.