Frequently Asked Question

OSD and overlay text help identify the stream inside a VMS/NVR recording. This is useful for workstation names, operator labels, timestamps, POS context and audit workflows.

Common overlay items

• Computer or workstation name.
• Virtual camera/channel label.
• Date and time.
• Operator, branch, POS or customer-site context.
• Custom text or subtitle information where supported.

Design recommendation

• Keep overlays readable but not too large.
• Place text where it does not cover important screen or video details.
• Use consistent labels when multiple ITVDesk cameras are recorded in the same VMS/NVR.

Audit use

• OSD is especially useful when reviewing incidents, comparing multiple screens, or proving which workstation generated the recorded stream.

Related documentation:

• OSD Overlay