Exporting video evidence in XProtect

What are the 3 steps to export video evidence?

• Add video sequences to the Export List

• Refine the video sequences

• Choose export settings and run the export

What is the first step when exporting video?

Add the video sequence to the Export List.

How many ways can you add video to the Export List?

Three.

What are the three ways to add video to the Export List?

• From Playback mode (Views tab)

• From the Export tab

• From the Search tab

How do you add video from Playback mode?

• Select the time range.

• Choose Export → Add to Export List.

What can you add from the Export tab?

• A single camera

• An entire view (all cameras in the view)

Can search results be added directly to the Export List?

Yes

What is the Media Player export format?

An export format that creates video files playable in standard media players (AVI, MKV, or MP4).

Which file formats are available for Media Player exports?

• AVI

• MKV

• MP4

What is a Combined File export?

A single file containing video from multiple cameras.

What is an Individual File export?

Each camera's video is exported as a separate file.

Why use a Combined File export?

To easily view and share footage from multiple cameras in one file.

What can you export?

• Video only

• Audio only

• Video and audio

What are the two camera layouts for Combined File exports?

• Single

• Adaptive

What does Adaptive layout do?

Displays video from multiple cameras at the same time when their recordings overlap.

What happens to the Export List after an export finishes?

It is cleared, but it can be restored

What is an Individual Media Player export?

Exports each camera's recording as its own separate file.

When should you use an Individual File export?

When you want each camera's footage in separate files for individual viewing or editing.

Which formats are available for Individual Media Player exports?

• AVI

• MKV

• MP4

Can you export video, audio, or both?

Yes

What must you do before exporting?

• Add video sequences to the Export List.

• Refine the video sequences.

• Choose the Individual File export format.

What happens after the export finishes?

The Export List is cleared but can be restored.

What is the Still Images export format?

Exports individual video frames as image files.

Which image formats are commonly used?

• JPEG

• PNG

When should you use the Still Images export?

To capture specific moments or details from video footage.

When should you use the Still Images export?

To capture specific moments or details from video footage.

What are the benefits of exporting still images?

• High-quality images

• Easy to view

• Easy to share

• Great for documenting evidence

What can you optionally include on exported images?

Timestamps

What must be done before exporting still images?

• Have export permissions.

• Add video sequences to the Export List.

• Refine the video sequences.

What happens after the export finishes?

The Export List is cleared but can be restored.

What is the XProtect export format?

A proprietary Milestone export format that preserves the original video evidence.

What program is used to open XProtect exports?

XProtect Smart Client Player.

Why use the XProtect export format instead of MP4?

It preserves original evidence and includes extra investigation features.

What can be included in an XProtect export?

• Video

• Audio

• Bookmarks

• Notes

• Evidence information (depending on settings)

Who typically uses the XProtect export format?

Investigators, law enforcement, and forensic analysts.

What must you do before creating an XProtect export?

• Have export permissions.

• Add video sequences to the Export List.

• Refine the selected video.

What happens after an export is completed?

The Export List is cleared but can be restored.

What does refining video sequences mean?

Editing and organizing video clips before exporting them.

What can you do when refining video sequences?

• Adjust start and end times

• Add privacy masks

• Add or remove sequences

• Split sequences

• Reorder sequences

Why adjust the start and end times?

To include only the important part of the incident.

Why add a privacy mask before exporting?

To hide sensitive or private areas in the video.

What happens when you add another video sequence?

It inherits the current time selection.

Why would you split a video sequence?

To break one clip into smaller clips for easier organization or synchronization.

Why reorder video sequences?

To organize clips in the desired playback order.

Can you remove video sequences from the Export List?

Yes.