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19/08/2026

Missed **Milestone Power Hours – Session 2: Smarter Recording Rules**?

The full recording is now available in the **Milestone Power Hours YouTube Playlist**, where you can also catch up on previous sessions:

▶️ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHgs8KMgHMy0

In Session 2, we covered:

✅ Critical vs non-critical camera recording strategies
✅ Continuous and low-frame-rate recording
✅ Increasing frame rates when motion is detected
✅ Pre-buffering and post-recording
✅ Rule validation and avoiding conflicts
✅ Practical Milestone XProtect recording-rule configuration

**Milestone Power Hours** is aimed at technicians, system integrators and technical professionals involved in the design, configuration and commissioning of Milestone XProtect systems.

Training Ninja also provides **Milestone XProtect training, system audits, commissioning and professional services** for customers and system integrators globally.

Follow the playlist to catch up on previous sessions and keep an eye out for the next **Milestone Power Hours** session.

12/08/2026

Reminder: Milestone Power Hours – Session 2 is coming up!

Join us on Wednesday, 19 August 2026, for a practical technical session focused on creating smarter recording rules in Milestone XProtect.

This session is aimed at technical professionals involved in the commissioning, configuration, and setup of Milestone XProtect systems, including system integrators, installers, and technical support teams.

We will cover:
✅ Critical and non-critical camera groups
✅ Continuous and low-frame-rate recording
✅ Increasing frame rates when motion is detected
✅ Pre-buffering and post-recording
✅ Validating rules and avoiding conflicts

📅 Wednesday, 19 August 2026
🕒 12:00–13:00 SAST | UTC+02:00
📺 Live on YouTube

Registration is required. Register here:
🔗 https://forms.gle/2CJq9xY73euUcAbBA

The private YouTube link will be sent to registered attendees.
This session will help technical teams configure recording rules more effectively, improve recording efficiency, reduce unnecessary storage usage, and ensure important events are captured at the required quality.

We look forward to seeing you there!

04/08/2026

MISSED OUR FIRST MILESTONE POWER HOUR?

The full recording of “More Cameras, Better Performance: Designing XProtect Recording Servers” is now available on YouTube.

This practical session covers:
• Why camera count alone is not a sizing unit
• The impact of resolution, frame rate and codecs
• SATA, SAS and SSD storage considerations
• Live versus archive surveillance databases
• RAID selection for XProtect environments
• Separating Windows and XProtect media storage
• Using the Milestone Server Calculator

Watch the full session here:
https://youtu.be/EDS-ulPuARk
Our next Milestone Power Hour will focus on Smarter Recording Rules for Management Client users.

**More Cameras, Better Performance – Designing XProtect Recording S...

28/07/2026

🚨 TOMORROW: MILESTONE POWER HOUR #1

How many cameras can an XProtect Recording Server really support?

Join me tomorrow for a free, practical session covering camera capacity, bandwidth, storage, RAID and the XProtect Server Calculator.

📅 Wednesday, 29 July 2026
🕒 11:00–12:00 SAST
📍 Live on Microsoft Teams
🎟️ Register here:

https://forms.gle/9SijbnwpRhfqchuv9

Registration is free. Bring your XProtect design questions!

07/08/2023

"Storing video footage is a critical aspect of any surveillance system. Discover the top hard drives for video storage in our latest article and make an informed decision for your system."

Discover the top hard drives for video storage in surveillance. Our guide covers reliable options for secure and continuous recording. Choose the best one for your needs.

03/07/2023

"As video surveillance technology evolves, so do the options for video compression codecs. Discover the pros and cons of using the H.265 codec in your system in our latest article."

Discover the pros and cons of the h.265 codec in surveillance. Learn how it improves video quality and reduces storage needs, but has hardware and licensing challenges. Make an informed decision for your system.

05/06/2023

"Did you know that the quality of your network cable can affect your surveillancce network's performance and reliability? Learn why solid network cable is a superior choice over CCA network cable in our latest article."

Learn why you should choose solid network cable over CCA network cable for your high-speed network applications. Discover the advantages of solid network cable, including better signal quality, higher bandwidth, longer lifespan, and greater stability. Make a wise investment in the long-term performa...

08/05/2023

Looking to improve your security systems' interoperability and flexibility? Check out my latest article on LinkedIn titled "The Benefits of ONVIF: Improving Interoperability and Flexibility in Security Systems" to learn more. Discover how incorporating ONVIF into your security infrastructure can streamline operations and enhance performance. Click now to read more!

Discover how ONVIF can improve interoperability and flexibility in security systems. Learn about its different levels of compliance, benefits across various industries, and integration with smart home systems. Improve your security system and stay ahead of the curve with ONVIF. This comprehensive gu...

18/04/2023

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03/04/2023

If you own or manage a property, you know how important security is. But did you know that neglecting CCTV maintenance could leave your property vulnerable? Discover why regular maintenance is essential.

Proper maintenance of CCTV cameras is crucial in maintaining the effectiveness of your security system. Learn the importance of CCTV maintenance and how it can benefit your property.