AES-256 · Court-Admissible · Made in Germany
Interrogation Room Recording System – Court-Admissible, Tamper-Proof
- Tamper-Proof
- AES-256 Encryption
- Court-Admissible
- Made in Germany
Every Detail Matters – For Everyone Involved
A complete interrogation room recording protects officers, suspects, witnesses, and victims alike. It captures not just spoken word but tone, facial expression, and body language as evidence – details lost in written transcripts that can be decisive in criminal proceedings.
Why Justice and Law Enforcement Choose Mangold Interview Recording Systems
Legally Compliant Documentation Built on German Standards
Full support for the relevant sections of the German Code of Criminal Procedure (§58a, §136 (4), §247a, §168e, §255a StPO) and the Code of Civil Procedure (§128a ZPO). Case number, date, and timestamp as live overlay, pause function for confidential attorney consultations, and role-based access controls are built in.
Simple Operation in High-Stakes Environments
Mangold interview recording systems are optimized for reliable deployment with minimal training. A refined permissions concept governs which roles can access which functions – keeping the system both flexible and easy to use under operational pressure.
Mobile and Stationary Solutions From a Single Source
Portable interview cases ready for use within minutes, alongside stationary multi-room installations with centralized control – all from the same source, with identical operating logic and compatible data formats.
On-Premise AI Transcription – Voice Data Stays Within Your Agency
Automatic transcription runs entirely locally on the recording system itself. No cloud connection, no transmission to external providers. A baseline requirement for law enforcement agencies and judicial institutions.
From Mobile Interrogation Cases to Multi-Room Installations
Operational within minutes – ideal for field interrogations, hospital interviews, and remote deployments. Over 50 mobile units in active service across multiple jurisdictions.
Multi-camera setup with ceiling microphones, remote-controlled PTZ cameras, and a dedicated control room for interrogators and observers.
Multiple networked interrogation rooms with central control, Active Directory integration, and role-based access control.
VideoSyncPro – The Interrogation Recording Software
VideoSyncPro is the recording engine behind the Mangold interrogation system. It combines synchronous multi-channel recording, live overlay of case number / date / time, automatic checksum generation, and AI transcription in a single application – fully on-premise and CJIS-compatible.
Security at the Core: AES-256, Integrity Verification
All recordings can be encrypted using AES-256, the industry-standard cipher for strong symmetric encryption. Storage media can be securely wiped as part of the data lifecycle management.
Every recording is assigned a checksum. Case number, date and time stamp are embedded as a live overlay in each camera image. An automated integrity check during playback detects tampering attempts – making the recording admissible as evidence in court.
Case number, date, and time are overlaid time-synchronously on each camera feed – including built-in authenticity verification for evidentiary value.
Granular access rights, Active Directory integration, and full audit logging of all access and changes – compatible with CJIS-level access control requirements.
Tailored Solutions for Every Investigative Need
Multi-camera recording with attorney-client privilege pause function.
Complete documentation for court-admissible evidence.
Sensitive recording in age-appropriate environments with adapted camera placement and microphone setup.
Discreet recording with anonymization options for particularly vulnerable individuals.
Multi-site setups with central control for cross-jurisdictional investigations and federal task forces.
Confidential, tamper-proof recording for internal investigations and disciplinary proceedings.
Every Detail Matters.
For Everyone Involved.
Our forensic and investigative interview recording system provides reliable documentation of all conversations while maintaining legal compliance and operational efficiency.
Protect All Parties Involved
Complete audio and video documentation protects witnesses, defendants, and officers by providing clear evidence that the interview was conducted properly.
Avoid Repeated Interviews
Avoid having to repeat interviews with the same people on the same topics by creating a professional, reproducible audiovisual recording the first time around.
Capture Every Detail
Use audiovisual recording to capture important information such as facial expressions, body language, and tone of voice of your interview partners. These details are lost in written minutes and transcripts.
Security and Data Protection
The Mangold forensic and investigative interviews recording system is characterized by its ease of use and offers options for the legally compliant storage and processing of audio and video data.
From Portable Systems
to Multi-Room Setups
Choose the perfect forensic and investigative interviews interview recording system for your needs - from portable solutions to comprehensive fixed installations.
Mobile Interview System
Ready in Minutes
Mangold offers complete mobile forensic and investigative interview recording systems in a robust rolling case that can be set up quickly at any location.
Professional Quality Anywhere
High-quality wide-angle camera and optimized audio technology ensure perfect documentation even in challenging environments.
Maximum Flexibility
Ideal for spontaneous interviews, on-site research, or temporary interview rooms.
Stationary Interview System
Complete Room Coverage
Multiple fixed cameras capture every angle of the interview room.
Perfect Audio Quality
Integrated ceiling microphones and acoustic optimization can create crystal-clear sound.
Secure Environment
An independent local camera network without internet connection prevents external intrusion.
What Users Say
Tim Scholz, Police Senior Commissar
Hessian State Criminal Police Office
" The AVV system from Mangold International has proven itself in our daily work. Setup is quick and straightforward, operation is intuitive. In Hesse, 46 of these devices are now deployed across the region. "
VideoSyncPro Recording Software
Powerful and robust, yet intuitive software that makes professional forensic and investigative interview documentation effortless.
Effortless Operation
Intuitive and customizable interface requires no technical expertise, enabling officers to focus on the interview.
Smart Documentation
Professional interview documentation can be created using automatic timestamps, markers and reports.
Seamless Integration
VideoSyncPro is compatible with most common AV hardware and can be integrated easily into existing IT infrastructure.
Transform Your Forensic and Investigative Interview Process Today
Schedule a demonstration to review workflows, security controls, and operational efficiency with the Mangold system in a typical interview setting.
Tailored Solutions for Every Situation
Whether for forensic or investigative interviews, our system adapts to your specific requirements and meets the highest professional standards.
Create a comfortable environment for young witnesses while maintaining professional documentation standards.
Enable sensitive interviews without requiring victims to repeat their testimony multiple times.
Protect both officers and suspects with clear documentation of proper interview procedures, including the documented duration of private attorney interviews.
Provide courts with high-quality, admissible interview recordings that capture every relevant detail along with corresponding reports and optional AI-generated transcripts.
Security at the Core
Recording Identification
Recordings created with Mangold VideoSyncPro can contain identifying information, such as case number, time, and location of an interview.
Data Integrity Check
Built-in authenticity checking creates a checksum for each media file, ensuring data integrity and preventing tampering with recordings.
Comprehensive Security & Access Management
Mangold VideoSyncPro offers a robust security framework with role-based access controls to make operation as easy and secure as possible.
Certified Data Protection
System storage media can be secured using methods approved by the Federal Office for Information Security.
Partner with the Industry Leader
Join leading institutions and law enforcement agencies that trust Mangold for their most sensitive forensic and investigative interview documentation needs.
Trusted by Authorities
Selected by various criminal police offices and judicial institutions.
Complete Support Package
Comprehensive service and support from initial setup through ongoing operation.
Industry Experience
Over 35 years of expertise in developing professional AV recording solutions.
Professional Interview Recording Features
Comprehensive feature list of our court-admissible interview documentation system.
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Mangold Interview Recording
Request PricingMulti-Camera HD/4K Recording with Full Room Coverage
Synchronized recording of multiple HD/4K cameras capturing close-up details and complete room overview, documenting proper interview conduct and prevent claims of external influence.
High Quality Audio Recording
Specialized microphone system with DSP technology that can be adjusted to varying voice levels and speaking directions.
Precise Audio and Video Sync
Time-server-based synchronization of all audio and video streams, essential for court admissibility.
Multi-Source Integration
Support for a combination of diverse input sources including IP cameras, body cameras, HDMI sources (patient monitors, evidence scanners, meeting systems, PC desktop, AppleTV etc.) and more.
Live Multi-Room Streaming
Simultaneous, secure, real-time transmission of the interview feed to one or more observation rooms.
Easy to Use
Operating the system is very intuitive and can be operated by people with little to no prior knowledge.
Localized
The user interface is available in English, German, Italian, Simplified or Traditional Chinese.
Customizable
Optimize your work environment for even easier access to the most used features in your setup.
Rapid Mobile Deployment
Complete mobile system in reinforced transport case, operational within minutes with minimal setup requirements.
Pause for Privacy
Pause the recording of all audio and video input to allow for private attorney conversation while keeping track of the interview time.
Multi-Control Options
System control via desktop interface, shortcut keys, hardware control panel, or network commands.
Visual Status Indication
Green-yellow-red status lights in room and hallway showing recording/transmission status.
Silent Communication System
Silent, local, WIFI-based communication system for quiet coordination during interviews with session documentation.
Customizable Marker Functionality
Log markers whenever needed, using either buttons in the recording software, key strokes on the keyboard, remote input devices like a presentation pointer or a tablet running our Remote Observer.
Marker-based Review
During review, easily jump to the relevant situations using the previously logged markers. You can also edit comments and add markers.
Automated Integrity Verification
Real-time checksum generation for each video file during recording with automatic verification upon playback to detect any manipulation attempts.
Comprehensive Access Management
Detailed logging of all system access with 2-6 role system and role-based permissions.
AES-256 Encryption
Industry-standard AES-256 cipher for strong symmetric encryption – maximum data protection for recorded material.
Real-Time Information Overlay
Live overlay of date, time, case number, and location information on each camera feed with authenticity verification.
Obligatory Attendee List
A predefined form forces the operator to fill in all relevant details about the interview before each recording.
Advanced Marker System
Comprehensive marking system including wireless markers, rating templates, value markers, color coding, and audio comments with timestamps.
Automated Documentation
Automatic generation of court-admissible PDF reports containing interview metadata, timestamps, markers, and comments.
Speech Recognition Integration
Optional AI-based, GDPR compliant, local automatic transcription of interviews with speaker recognition and multi-language support.
Flexible Export Options
Multiple export formats including court-standard video files, encrypted interview packages, and redacted versions with watermarking.
Audio export for voice analysis
Optional WAV files for external processing of voice analysis.
Combined Video Export
Automated creation of picture-in-picture or split-screen video versions with watermark for specific viewing requirements.
Secure Data Deletion
Forensic-grade deletion of primary storage media, with secondary storage restricted to admin access.
Universal Compatibility
Industry-standard H.264/AAC format support ensuring playback compatibility while maintaining evidential integrity.
Enterprise Authentication
Integration with Active Directory and support for centralized user management.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an interrogation room recording system?
An interrogation room recording system captures suspect interrogations, witness statements, and investigative interviews in synchronized audio and video. Mangold systems produce court-admissible recordings with tamper-proof checksums, AES-256 encryption, and full chain-of-custody documentation – meeting the evidentiary standards required by federal and state law enforcement.
Is the system suitable for federal law enforcement use?
Yes. The Mangold interrogation recording system supports federal investigative standards including chain-of-custody documentation, tamper-proof integrity verification, role-based access controls compatible with CJIS requirements, and Active Directory integration. Recordings include real-time case number, date, and timestamp overlays for evidentiary authentication.
How does the system prevent tampering with recordings?
Every recording is assigned a checksum and can be encrypted with AES-256. Case number, date and time stamp are embedded as a live overlay in each camera image. An automated integrity check during playback detects tampering attempts – making the recording admissible as evidence in court.
Can the system pause for attorney-client privilege?
Yes. The system features a dedicated pause function that stops all audio and video recording during privileged attorney consultations while continuing to track the total interview time. This preserves privilege while maintaining a complete, court-admissible record of the interrogation duration.
Is the system mobile or fixed installation?
Both. Mangold offers a portable version in a rugged trolley case, operational within minutes – ideal for field interrogations, hospital interviews, or remote deployments. Stationary installations support multi-room setups with central control rooms, IP cameras, ceiling microphones, and integration with existing IT infrastructure.
Which agencies use Mangold interrogation recording systems?
The system is deployed by state criminal police offices, federal investigative agencies, prosecutor offices, and customs investigation units. The Hessian State Criminal Police Office operates 46 Mangold systems statewide. Over 50+ mobile units are in active service across multiple jurisdictions.
How does the AI transcription work?
Automatic transcription runs on the Whisper AI model executed entirely locally on the recording system – no cloud connection, no external data transfer. Speaker identification and multi-language support are integrated. The result is GDPR-compliant and meets evidentiary data-handling standards.
What export formats are available?
The system exports court-standard video files (H.264/AAC) for universal compatibility, encrypted interrogation packages for secure transfer, and redacted versions with watermarks for limited release. Automated PDF reports include metadata, timestamps, markers, and comments. Optional WAV audio export supports external voice analysis workflows.