Nx Desktop Application

The Nx Desktop application is a state-of-the-art media player tailored for managing video
surveillance systems, offering unparalleled speed and a flexible GRID interface. This
document delves into the features, capabilities, and technical specifications of Nx Desktop,
highlighting its role in enhancing video management efficiency and user experience. With a
focus on customization, cloud connectivity, and advanced search functionalities, Nx Desktop
is designed to meet the diverse needs of security professionals and organizations.

Key Features
• Ἲ Flex GRID User Interface: Offers customizable designs for an enhanced user
experience.
• ☁️ Cloud Connect: Enables remote access to video management systems from
anywhere.
• ὏ View Live or Recorded Video: Seamlessly handle up to 64 video feeds on a
single screen.
• ὐ Instant Archive Search: Quickly locate archived footage using advanced search
features.
• ⚙️ IFTTT Rules Engine: Automates responses using camera feeds and IoT devices.
• ὚️ Custom Layouts: Personalize interfaces with video feeds and web content.
• Ὃ Multi-OS Support: Compatible with Windows, Ubuntu, and Mac OS.

Video Management Key

Features

Flex GRID UI Live/Recorded

Cloud Connect Archive Search
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access to video Seamlessly handle archived footage
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experience.
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anywhere.

IFTTT Rules
Multi-OS
Automates Custom Support
responses using
camera feeds and Layouts
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interfaces with video and Mac OS.
feeds and web
content.

Key Insights
• ἱ Flexibility in Design: The Flex GRID User Interface allows users to create and
share customized layouts, significantly enhancing workflow and operational efficiency.
This feature is particularly beneficial in environments where visual information needs to
be tailored to specific monitoring requirements or preferences.

• ἰ Remote Management Capabilities: With cloud connectivity, Nx Desktop

provides users with the ability to manage their video systems from any location. This is
crucial for organizations that require constant oversight of security operations without
being tethered to a physical location, promoting greater flexibility and responsiveness
in security management.

• Ἲ High-Volume Video Management: The capability to view up to 64 video feeds

simultaneously is a standout feature that positions Nx Desktop as a robust solution for
large-scale surveillance operations. This feature caters to security personnel who need
real-time situational awareness across multiple locations.

• ὐ Advanced Archival Search: The instant search capabilities leveraging Smart

Motion and event markers make accessing critical footage more efficient. This can
substantially reduce the time spent on investigations and enhance the overall
effectiveness of security protocols.

• Ὦ️ Automated Responses with IFTTT: The Rules Engine facilitates automation by

allowing users to create triggers for system responses based on specific events or
conditions. This feature not only saves time but also helps in maintaining a proactive
security posture by automating routine monitoring tasks.

• Ἲ Customizable User Experience: The ability to design personalized interfaces

means that users can optimize their viewing experience based on their specific needs.
This customization can lead to improved user satisfaction and effectiveness in
monitoring.

• Ὃ Comprehensive Media Support: Nx Desktop supports a wide range of media

formats for both live and offline viewing, enhancing its versatility as a video
management tool. This allows users to work with various media types without
worrying about compatibility issues, making it a reliable choice for diverse
applications.

Nx Desktop Technical Specifications

Hardware Requirements
• Minimum Supported Specifications
• HARD DRIVE: HDD/SSD/mSATA
• RAM: 2 GB
• CPU: Quad Core Intel Celeron CPU or higher
• GRAPHICS: Intel HD Graphics 3000 w/ OpenGL2.1 support
• NETWORKING: 1GB NIC
• Performance Specifications
• HARD DRIVE: Performance SSD
• RAM: 16 GB
• CPU: Intel Core i7
• NETWORKING: 10 GB NIC
Supported Media Playback on Grid
• Live Streams
• CODECS: H.265 H.264 MJPEG
• Offline Media
• VIDEOS: AVI MKV MP4 MOV TS M2TS MPEG MPG FLV WMV 3GP
• IMAGES: JPG PNG GIF BMP TIFF
• Connected Devices
• I/O DEVICES: Status and Triggers
• SERVERS: Server Health Monitoring
Viewing Modes
• Media Players
• View, edit and export offline videos and images
• Connected
• View, configure, and manage any Nx System
• Videowall
• Put Nx Desktop into VideoWall mode to control remotely
• Showreel
• Fully customizable timed viewing tour of any GRID media
Supported Operating Systems
• Microsoft Windows
• Ubuntu Linux
• Apple/Mac OS
Maximum # of Grid Items
• 64 BIT OS: 64 Items (e.g. 64 live streams)
• 32 BIT OS: 24 Items (e.g. 24 live streams)

Other Features

Camera & Video Management:

1. In-Camera Analytics – Event rules based on camera analytics (Hikvision, Axis, Hanwha).
2. Advanced PTZ – Control PTZ cameras using point and click or outline-to-zoom.
3. Multi-Camera Viewing – View up to 64 video streams in a single layout.
4. Dual RTSP/UDP/HTTP Streams – Enable adaptive streaming for clients.
5. Universal Fisheye De-warping – De-warp fisheye video for better viewing.
6. Webcam Support – Auto-discovery and recording of USB webcams and laptop
cameras.
7. Virtual Camera – Import offline video from devices for viewing as a regular camera
stream.
Video Export & Archiving:
1. Enhanced Export – Export single or multiple videos with timestamps, custom text, or
watermarks.
2. Easy Bookmark Export – Export bookmarked videos directly from the timeline.
3. Secure Export – Password-protect exported videos.
4. Custom Watermark over Video – Add operator names as watermarks to video.
5. Multi-Video Export – Simple and fast multi-camera video export.
System & Storage Management:
1. Bitrate Throttling – Control camera bandwidth usage in low bandwidth or storage
environments.
2. Storage Analytics – Monitor and predict storage usage based on camera data.
3. Archive Integrity Check – Notification when video archives are altered.
4. Staged System Updates – More control over system updates.
User Interface & User Experience:
1. Flex GRID User Interface – Customizable, shareable layouts for users.
2. Adaptive Scaling – Optimizes system speed while reducing CPU and network usage.
3. Unbelievably Fast Search – Quick searching of video using keywords, bookmarks, etc.
4. Minimum Layout Grid – Set a minimum number of viewing grid items.
5. Open Layout as an Action – Open user-defined layouts based on rules.
6. Showreel – Create timed viewing tours of cameras, recorded videos, and more.
7. Help Manual Revamp – New graphical explanations and user-friendly manual.
8. Notifications Panel Revamp – Improved notifications panel for quick video searches.
Security & Integration:
1. Secure & Encrypted – SSL-based secure communication for all system servers.
2. Custom CameraID – API integration with third-party systems using custom IDs.
3. Soft Triggers – Manually trigger events and integrate with other systems.
4. HTTP Events & Actions – Integrate third-party systems via HTTP events/actions.
5. C2P Integration – Open platform integration framework for third-party systems.
6. Two Way Audio – Communication via IP camera’s built-in audio.
Event & Rule Management:
1. Event Rules Engine – Configure rules based on system or third-party events.
2. Bookmarks – Create manual or automated bookmarks for critical events.
3. User Management – Manage users, roles, and integrate with LDAP/Active Directory.
Remote Access & Cloud:
1. Cloud Connect – Remote access to Nx EVOS system via the cloud.
System Control & Flexibility:
1. Launch Desktop Client with CLI – Start the Desktop client via command line.
2. Virtual Camera – Treat offline video from various devices like a regular camera stream.