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Hanwha XRN Series & WRN Series
Can anyone explain the difference between the Hanwha XRN Series NVR and the Hanwha Wisenet WRN Series NVR? I need more than 16 channels and the Wisenet WRN does not come in a 32 channel. I called tech support and he said if I want to stick with Wisenet to just add another 16 channel or I could go with the XRN series that does come in a 32 channel. I asked him to explain the difference but I didn't really get a good answer or what the benefits of WRN over XRN. Thanks.
WRN NVRs are running WAVE VMS. XRN use the old NVR software.
The XRN is a traditional firmware embedded NVR. It has monitor GUI for setup, viewing, etc. You can monitor them via browser or free SmartViewer software.
They are often in small, standalone systems, or multi site using SmartViewer. There are no licenses, and you can use Wisenet cameras as well as ONVIF. You are limited to the number of channels the NVR supports. If you want to bring these NVRs into the WAVE platform, you still need a WAVE server and the bridge or NVR license. Most models have PoE+ ports built in. There is a QR code for connecting the mobile app, but not SmartViewer.
The WRN units are Intel-powered NVRs. They are running Ubuntu Linux and the WAVE VMS on the flash memory. It has a PoE switch as well. It includes 4 professional licenses. It functions exactly the same as any other WAVE system and allows you to merge with additional servers for larger systems. For monitoring, you use the WAVE client on Pc/Mac/Linux/Mobile/Web. WAVE uses WAVE sync for easy cloud access from any client.
Expansion is based on CPU performance and licensing.
If you have a system where the end user interacts with it on a daily basis or wants more growth potential, I would recommend the WAVE system. WAVE also has an amazing Smart Search, integration with our analytics and AI Cameras, and advanced rules/events. SmartViewer is limited for basic/lite use.
If you need for a system to be put in a closet, and only used on occasion when there is an incident, SmartViewer can work. I have schools that run the monitor out from the NVR to the office and they monitor the cameras live. Easy and simple with SmartViewer/NVR monitor out.
If there are any further questions, please feel free to ask.
(Hanwha employee)
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