Video Management Systems (VMS) & Software Flashcards

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

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

User roles define permissions within the VMS, controlling which cameras, recordings, and system functions each user or group can view, operate, or configure.

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

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

A retention policy specifies the duration that recorded video is kept on storage before it is automatically overwritten or deleted, balancing storage capacity with investigative needs.

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

Answer: Geo-redundancy / site failover

Geo-redundancy or site failover replicates VMS management capabilities at a secondary location so that if the primary site fails, the secondary site seamlessly continues operation.

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

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

A video wall layout template stores a predefined arrangement of camera views and screen divisions so operators can switch between different monitoring configurations with a single command.

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

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

I/O module integration allows the VMS to receive signals from physical devices (door contacts, motion detectors) and trigger outputs (alarms, lights) as part of automated event rules.

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

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

PSIM integration provides a unified dashboard that correlates video events with data from access control, intrusion detection, and other systems, enabling faster and more informed situational awareness.

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

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

Exporting video with a digital signature or hash and documenting the export process ensures the footage has not been altered and supports chain of custody requirements for legal admissibility.