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I am looking to convert video from an analogue surveillance camera (w. BNC connector) into a digital format using a Raspberry PI. I was wondering first if the composite video connector would allow me to accept video into the PI..?

If not, can anyone recommend a board or hack to achieve the same thing?

NOTE: This is for an existing environment, so changing the cameras is not an option.

UPDATE: The intention is to have video coming into this device from the analogue cameras, then back out of the device and into a DVR so the device would be used as a sort of proxy.

Appreciate your time.

tommed
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You can use a USB tuner to capture Video in.

Please check here for compatibility

Just make sure to get one that has the extra inputs for SVideo and Analoque input, as well as the terrestrial input.

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Piotr Kula
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sorry, you cannot use composite video connector for video input, and using analog camera also seems very problematic. I'd recommend to get a cheap web-camera, 1280x720 should be available for less than $15 at any shop, connect it to the USB connector and enjoy!

lenik
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