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  • Page 1 Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 IP VIDEO Encoder / Decoder GXV3500 User Manual www.grandstream.com Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 http://esupport.grandstream.com...
  • Page 2: Gxv3500 User Manual

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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ........................... 25 NTERNET ..........................26 WITH NTERNET GXV3500 A ..................27 PPLICATION ERIPHERAL ONNECTION GXV3500 HOME WEB PAGE (ENCODER MODE) ................... 29 GXV3500 C & L ..................30 ONFIGURATION ANGUAGE BASIC SETTINGS EXPLANATION ......................31 ........................... 31 YSTEM ETTINGS & A ........................
  • Page 4 ) ..........................73 ECODE ) ......................74 YSLOG ETTINGS ECODE REMOTE ALARM_OUT PEERING WITH GXV3500 (DECODER MODE) ..........75 IP SURVEILLANCE FAQ ........................... 79 Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 4 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 5 ABLE OF IGURES GXV3500 U ANUAL 1: GXV3500 F ..........................13 IGURE RONT 2: GXV3500 R ..........................14 IGURE 3: W “N ” GXV3500 “O ” P ........... 19 IGURE INDOWS ETWORK SHOWING THER EVICES 4: “GS_S ” R GXV3500 ....................20...
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  • Page 7: Welcome

    ELCOME Thank you for purchasing Grandstream’s GXV3500, a powerful device to convert analogue camera to IP network camera (encoder mode), or display real-time stream to big screen TV (decode mode). GXV3500 is a next generation encoder/decoder. It features cutting-edge H.264 real-time video compression, industry leading SIP/VoIP for 2-way audio and video streaming to smartphones and videophones, PoE, best-in-class scalability and ease of integration, and advanced security protection.
  • Page 8: Safety Compliances

    AFETY OMPLIANCES These instructions are intended to assist users to safely operate the GXV3500, avoid dangerous situations or damage the device. Caution: Equipment may be damged if any of the Warning: May cause serious injury or death if any following caution messages are neglected.
  • Page 9: Fcc Caution

    Hereby, Grandstream declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 9 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 10: Warranty

    User Manual, could void your manufacturer warranty. Please do not use a different power adaptor with the GXV3500 because this may cause damage to the products and void the manufacturer warranty.
  • Page 11: Connect Your Gxv3500

    GXV3500 ONNECT YOUR Equipment Package Contents The GXV3500 package contains: • GXV3500 – 1 Channel digital video encoder/decoder • 12V DC Universal Power Adaptor • 3.5mm to RCA audio/video cable • Quick Installation Guide Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 11 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94...
  • Page 12: Connecting The Gxv3500

     Connect the other end of the RJ45 cable to your network (switch or router or PC)  Connect the power supply to the DC 12V power clamps on the back of the GXV3500  Connect the GXV3500 Video In to the analog camera Video Out port via BNC cable.
  • Page 13: Product Overview

    RODUCT VERVIEW GXV3500 Camera Please see below the diagram and explanation of GXV3500 IP camera: Figure 1: GXV3500 Front View V_IN, BNC Interface GXV3500 BNC interface, connect to analog camera as Ω Video Input (Voltage: 1.0V p-p; Resistance 75 2. MIC_IN 3.5mm socket for external 3...
  • Page 14: Figure 2: Gxv3500 Rear View

    Figure 2: GXV3500 Rear View 1. NETWORK 10/100 RJ45 network socket for Ethernet connection. 2. AV_OUT 3.5mm to RCA audio/video connection output to display device like TV. 3. ALARM OUT 1 Channel Alarm Output port for device like Siren. 4. ALARM IN 1 Channel Alarm Input port for device like Infrared Motion Detector.
  • Page 15 NOTE:  “Pin Out” of the 3.5mm AV cable used for GXV3500 (highlight in Blue) 1: Ground; 2: Video (Yellow); 3: Audio Right (Red); 4: Audio Left (White). Same as the AV cable used in Apple iBook, etc. Grandstream Networks, Inc.
  • Page 16: Gxv3500 Specifications

    FCC Part 15,Subpart B Class B; EN 55022 Class B, Compliance EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 55024, EN 60950-1; RCM AS/NZS CISPR 22/24, AS/NZS 60950 Table 1: GXV3500 Technical Specifications Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 16 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94...
  • Page 17: Installation Guide

    Support for DirectX 8.0 and above. Configure the GXV3500 via Web Browser The GXV3500 has embedded Web server to respond to HTTP GET/POST requests. Embedded HTML pages allow user to configure the IP camera through Microsoft Internet Explorer (7.0 or above), Firefox, Chrome (plug-in from Grandstream required).
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  • Page 19: Windows Platform

    Connect the Camera to network with DHCP server (Recommended) The GXV3500 by default enabled as DHCP client, it will automatically get IP address from the network with DHCP server running. INDOWS LATFORM There are two ways for Windows user to get access to the IP Camera easily: A.
  • Page 20: Figure 4: "Gs_S Earch " Result

    9. In step 6, browser will indicate that “This website wants to install the following add-on: GSViewerX.cab from Grandstream Networks Inc.” Please allow the installation. 10. The plug-in can be download here: http://www.grandstream.com/products/tools/surveillance/webcontrl_plugin.zip...
  • Page 21: Apple Platform

    PPLE LATFORM For Apple users, please turn on Bonjour of Safari to find and access the GXV3500. 1) Open Safari, select “Advanced” to open the Advanced Setting. 2) Click “Include Bonjour in the Bookmarks menu” and “Include Bonjour in the Favorites bar” then close the setting page and back to Safari.
  • Page 22  iPhone/iPad (iOS) users are recommended to use Applications in Apple Store.  Free or Paid applications from Apple Store like “IP Cam Viewer” are suggested and verified working with Grandstream IP Cameras like GXV3500.  Apple Store applications like “IP Cam Viewer” will support H.264 video codec.
  • Page 23: Connect To The Camera Using Static Ip

    The default IP, if no DHCP server; or DHCP offer time out (3 minutes), is 192.168.1.168 1. Connect the computer network port via an Ethernet cable directly to the IP camera GXV3500. 2. Configure the computer using Static IP: 192.168.1.XXX (1<XXX<255, but NOT 168) and configure the “Subnet mask”...
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  • Page 25: Gxv3500 Application Scenarios

    GXV3500 A PPLICATION CENARIOS GXV3500 is a very versatile indoor device, it can be used in a lot of scenarios. Battery Power or No network For environment like remote warehouse/storage, grocery store, small (take-out) restaurants, the GXV3500 will meet your very basic surveillance requirement This is idea solution to upgrade the traditional standalone CCTV security system, while leave the potential of operating it in IP network when the network is available.
  • Page 26: Lan With Internet

    LAN with Internet For multi-room or a bigger space, with Internet access and local video recording required, following list is recommended: Equipment List: 1) Several GXV3500 2) GVR3550/2 NVR 3) Ethernet cables 4) Switch (PoE Switch recommended) 5) Router 6) Broadband Internet Access (FiOS, Cable or DSL)
  • Page 27: Gxv3500 Application Peripheral Connection

    3.5mm Line-Out (600Ω, 0.707 Vrms) Audio Output  Grandstream Video Phone can work with GXV3500 via either Peer IP (LAN) or SIP extension (WAN).  Peer to Peer (or Direct IP) works only at LAN using static IP; SIP extension requires related SIP server/proxy provided and configured.
  • Page 28: Figure 7-2: Alarm _I N And Alarm

     The Alarm_In circuit (like above photo coupler), if there is any voltage change smaller than 15V, as specification listed), the GXV3500 Alarm_In port will detect it and trigger the action and event.  Higher voltage and wrong polarity connection are prohibited because this will damage the devices.
  • Page 29: Gxv3500 Home Web Page (Encoder Mode)

    GXV3500 H NCODER Figure 8: Home Page of GXV3500 (Encoder Mode) View Size : Click to switch between real resolution size and embedded window size video. ZOOM: Zoom In/Out during PTZ operation (when connected to supported camera) BRIGHTNESS bar: Adjust the image or video brightness.
  • Page 30: Gxv3500 Configuration & Language Page

    GXV3500 Configuration & Language Page  When click the “Configuration” icon, web page will link to configure page related parameters of the GXV3500.  There are two big categories of settings: Basic Settings and Advanced Settings. Details will illustrate in the following Chapters.
  • Page 31: Basic Settings Explanation

    ASIC ETTINGS XPLANATION System Settings Page This page allow user to configure the system settings of GXV3500. Figure 10: System Settings Page Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 31 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 32 Digital Output: State of Digital Output, normal at Open state o DO Duration: Select operation of Alarm Output Duration from pull down list. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 32 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 33: Video & Audio Setting Page

    Video & Audio Setting Page This page allows user to configure the video and audio related settings. Figure 11: Video & Audio Settings Page Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 33 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 34 PCMU, PCMA. Audio also can be disabled. o Microphone Volume: Slide to adjust microphone gain. o Speaker Volume: Slide to adjust the speaker volume connected. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 34 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 35: Networking Setting Page

    TCP ports 8088 and 10088 should be configured for port forwarding in order for remote camera access: 8088 for web portal, 10088 for video streaming. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 35 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 36: Ddns Settings Page

     STUN Server: Stun server FQDN or IP. If device behind a non-symmetric router, STUN server can help to penetrate & resolve NAT issue. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 36 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 37: Sip Setting Page

    SIP Setting Page GXV3500 can be configured as SIP endpoint to call out when alarm trigged, or allow permitted number to call in to check the audio/video if Grandstream IP videophone used. Figure 14-1: SIP Setting Page Grandstream Networks, Inc.
  • Page 38  Self-define Warning Audio: Upload self-defined alarm warning message audio. (Format: G.711 .WAV format, File Size <= 300KB, Linear PCM, 8KHz Sampling Rate, 16bit, Single Channel) Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 38 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 39: Figure 14-2: Sip Setting Page

     Remote SIP phone needs key in password (digits 0-9 only, ended with # key) matching the configuration here to open the door. (via DTMF) Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 39 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 40: Status Page

    Status Page This page shows the GXV3500 operation status: Figure 15: Status Page NOTE:  When SIP account registered, the status will display “Online” in Green.  When SIP account unregistered, the status will display “Offline” in Red, as below.
  • Page 41: Advanced Settings Explanation

    When checked, no security enhanced. Any person can view the camera if knowing the IP or FQDN of the camera, but cannot change anything, just view ONLY. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 41 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 42: Maintenance Page

    Maintenance Page This page allows user to maintain the camera: Figure 17: Maintenance Page Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 42 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 43 Enable UPnP Discovery: Used for UPnP automatic discovery of the device in related network environment. Default enabled. NOTE:  Only XML based automatic provisioning is supported by GXV3500. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 43 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94...
  • Page 44: Smtp Setting Page (Email Alarm)

    The email address to receive the alarmed email, total 3 can be configured.  User Name: Email client User ID  Password: Email client password  SSL: Check if the SMTP email server requires SSL Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 44 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 45: Figure 18-2: Smtp Setting Page

     Click “Test” after configuration, if setting is correct, a test email will send out and “Test successful!” orange bar will display like below Figure 18-2: SMTP Setting Page Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 45 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 46: Ftp Settings Page (Upload Alarm)

     Click “Test” after configuration, if setting is correct, a test FTP operation will be performed and “Test successful!” orange bar will display if the operation is successful, like below: Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 46 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94...
  • Page 47: Ptz

     The address ID filled here has to be same and match the one used in the connected analogue camera. Otherwise the PTZ will not function or behave abnormal due to the wrong Pelco-D or Pelco-P address used. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 47 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 48: Alarm Server Setting Page

     Grandstream provide HTTP API to help third party companies by using HTTP server or VMS to develop further solutions for their customers. http://www.grandstream.com/products/surveillance/general/documents/grandstream_http_api.pdf  Grandstream IP Camera and Encoder (include GXV3500) are ONVIF certified. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 48 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94...
  • Page 49: Time Lapse Photography

    The email server is configured at “SMTP” configuration page. Click “Save” button to save the changes made and the feature will take effect immediately. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 49 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 50: Motion Detection

    Motion Detection This page allows user to configure motion detection to trigger alarms: Figure 23-1: Motion Detection Configuration Page Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 50 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 51 The pre/post alarm snapshot numbers can be configured based on time (in second) to meet user’s requirement. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 51 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 52: Figure 23-2: Motion Detection

    User has to configure the “Time Schedule”; otherwise the Motion Detection Alarm will not work if there is no time schedule configured.  Grandstream free GSurf_Pro V2 VMS software can be downloaded from: http://www.grandstream.com/sites/default/files/Resources/GSurf_Pro_V2_1.0.3.13.zip Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 52 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 53: Alarm Event

    Upload to 3 party HTTP server or application using HTTP API.  Record Video and Upload to FTP Server: Upload video recording to pre-configured FTP server. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 53 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 54: Figure 24-2: Alarm Event Time

    User has to configure the “Alarm Event Time Schedule”; otherwise the Alarm In interface will not work if there is no time schedule configured. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 54 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 55: Syslog Settings

     Syslog Server: Syslog server IP or Domain Name  Syslog Level: Lever of syslog message sent to the syslog server: None, Debug, Info, Warning, Error. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 55 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 56: Software Upgrade

     Grandstream recommends end-user use the Grandstream HTTP server: firmware.grandstream.com  For large companies, we recommend to maintain their own TFTP/HTTP/HTTPS server for upgrade and provisioning procedures. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 56 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 57: Instructions For Local Firmware Upgrade Using Tftp Server

    “cfg000b820102ab.xml”. The configuration file name should be in lower cases. NOTE:  GXV3500 only support XML automatic provisioning.  Grandstream recommends end-user use the Grandstream HTTP server: Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 57 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94...
  • Page 58: Restore Factory Default Setting

    VoIP service provider. Reset from Web Interface (Soft Reset) This page allows user to configure dynamic network related parameters: Figure 27: Factory Reset from Web Interface Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 58 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 59: Reset Via Button (Hard Reset)

    Please refer to Page 13 for the graphic illustration of hard reset button. GXV3500 Front View V_IN, BNC Interface GXV3500 BNC interface, connect to analog camera as Ω Video Input (Voltage: 1.0V p-p; Resistance 75 2. MIC_IN 3.5mm socket for external 3 party microphone input.
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  • Page 61: Gxv3500 Home Web Page (Decoder Mode)

    Decode RTSP data stream format. o SIP Phone: Decode SIP Phone call (UDP streaming). o HTTP: Decode HTTP data stream. (similar to VLC Player) Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 61 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 62 NOT decode resolution more than D1 or VGA, because of the limitation of analogue interface output.  For 3 party camera, the best way to try whether GXV3500 can decode it or not is using VLC Player to decode the 3 party camera.
  • Page 63: Basic Settings Explanation (Decoder Mode)

    ASIC ETTINGS XPLANATION ECODER System Setting Page (Decoder Mode) Figure 29: System Page (Decoder) Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 63 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 64 Digital Output: State of Digital Output, normal at Open state o DO Duration: Select operation of Alarm Output Duration from pull down list. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 64 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 65: Networking Setting Page (Decoder Mode)

    TCP ports 8088 and 10088 should be configured for port forwarding in order for remote camera access: 8088 for web portal, 10088 for video streaming. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 65 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 66: Ddns Setting Page (Decoder Mode)

     STUN Server: Stun server FQDN or IP. If device behind a non-symmetric router, STUN server can help to penetrate & resolve NAT issue. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 66 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 67: Sip Setting Page (Decoder Mode)

    SIP Setting Page (Decoder Mode) GXV3500 decoder can be configured as SIP endpoint to decode the video SIP call, showing remote SIP video phone or IP camera during SIP video call and displaying to audio and video to the connected big screen TV set.
  • Page 68  SIP Proxy Compatibility Mode: Check to enable more proxy compatibility with cost of bandwidth, the SIP call will send both audio and video no matter what. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 68 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 69: Status Page (Decoder Mode)

    Status Page (Decoder Mode) This page shows the GXV3500 Decode Mode operation status: Figure 33: Status Page (Decoder) NOTE:  When SIP account registered, the status will display “Online” in Green.  When SIP account unregistered, the status will display “Offline” in Red, as below.
  • Page 70: Advanced Settings Explanation (Decoder Mode)

    When checked, no security enhanced. Any person can view the camera if knowing the IP or FQDN of the camera, but cannot change anything, just view ONLY. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 70 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 71: Maintenance Page (Decode Mode)

    Maintenance Page (Decode Mode) This page allows user to maintain the GXV3500 in Decode Mode: Figure 35: Maintenance Page (Decoder)  Restart: When clicked, the camera will reboot or restart (soft reboot).  Restore: When clicked, the camera will be reset to factory default, wiping out all the configurations (except IP address) ...
  • Page 72 Enable UPnP Discovery: Used for UPnP automatic discovery of the device in related network environment. Default enabled. NOTE:  Only XML based automatic provisioning is supported by GXV3500. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 72 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94...
  • Page 73: Ptz (Decode Mode)

    PTZ (Decode Mode) This page allows user to configure GXV3500 (decode mode) to use its related RS-485 port as output control of 3 party PTZ compatible device or TEXT output device via RS-485 port. Figure 36: PTZ Configuration Page (Decoder) ...
  • Page 74: Syslog Settings (Decode Mode)

     Syslog Server: Syslog server IP or Domain Name  Syslog Level: Lever of syslog message sent to the syslog server: None, Debug, Info, Warning, Error. Grandstream Networks, Inc. GXV3500 User Manual Page 74 of 82 Firmware Version 1.0.1.94 Last Updated: 05/2016...
  • Page 75: Remote Alarm_Out Peering With Gxv3500 (Decoder Mode)

    Ethernet network behaving as wiring, the Alarm_Out circuit can now be located to convenient places where GXV3500 located. This means IP Camera can be in location A, while the Alarm_Out can be in location B (A and B can be in the same or different places as long as A and B can reach each other via network/internet).
  • Page 76: Figure 39: Remote Alarm

    GXV3500 (Decode Mode) Side: GXV3500 has to be running as Decode Mode when functioning as remote Alarm_Out of the peering IP Camera. The configuration is as below: 1) Input the 2 stream (H.264 Only, MJPEG NOT supported) as the RTSP URL, with correct credentials, as shown below.
  • Page 77: Figure 40: Remote Alarm

    All Grandstream IP Cameras without built-in Alarm_Out interface can peer with GXV3500 (Decoder Mode) built-in Alarm_Out interface for Motion Detection Remote Alarm_Out. Alarm_Out duration can be configured at “System” setting page of GXV3500 Decoder. See below the figure. When Alarm_Out taking action, the webpage will show the related action.
  • Page 78 The above method can be used for installers to check the functionality of this feature at lab or on field before the installation. With the help of GXV3500 Decoder, customers can now free from the wiring limitation and have the Alarm_Out feature for Grandstream IP66 weather-proof IP cameras.
  • Page 79: Ip Surveillance Faq

    2. Why can I not view the live video stream in Microsoft Internet Explorer? Please double check whether the Grandstream Plug-in/Active-X is installed correctly. Once you log into the GXV3500 web interface, Internet Explorer will indicate that this website wants to install to following add-on: “GSViewer.cab” from Grandstream Networks, Inc. Please install this add-on when prompted by IE.
  • Page 80 7. How do you watch secondary video stream? Login to the home page of the GXV3500 web GUI, click Play to watch the video stream. To watch a secondary video stream, right click on the video, and select Secondary Stream on the pop-up menu.
  • Page 81 GSurf_Pro or mobile phone should be 2088. 16. Port forwarding Two ports must be forwarded on your router to watch video from a GXV3500 that is located on a private network from a PC in a public network. The web port (HTTP) and the RTSP port.
  • Page 82: Gxv3500 User Manual

    3rd party IP Camera can be viewed by VLC Media Player (free open source media player software), the GXV3500 will very likely be able to decode the stream, but no guarantee due to the variety of H.264 encoding implementation by different IP Camera vendors.

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