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GV-IP LPR Camera User's Manual GV-LPR1200 GV-LPC1200 GV-LPC1100 GV-IP LPR Cam 5R Before attempting to connect or operate this product, IPLPRCAM-B please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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GeoVision. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate. GeoVision, Inc. makes no expressed or implied warranty of any kind and assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. No liability is assumed for incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of the information or products contained herein.
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1.01 Note: GV-LPC1100 is also referred to as GV-IP LPR Camera 10R. IMPORTANT: When using GV-LPC1200 / GV-LPR1200 for the first time, you need to remove the plastic insulation film under the battery and change the silica gel bag. For...
Contents Naming Definition.....................vi Options ........................vi Note for Connecting to GV-System / GV-VMS ............vii Note for Installing Camera Outdoor ..............viii Chapter 1 Introduction................... 1 1.1 GV-IP LPR Camera 5R.....................1 1.1.1 Features..................... 2 1.1.2 System Requirements ................3 1.1.3 Packing List....................4 1.1.4 Device Installation ..................
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Chapter 3 Accessing the Camera ............... 40 3.1 Accessing Your Surveillance Images ..............40 3.2 The Live View Window ................... 41 3.3 The Control Panel of the Live View Window ............43 3.4 Snapshot of a Live Video ..................46 3.5 Video Recording .....................46 3.6 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View .............47 3.7 Alarm Notification ....................
Naming Definition GeoVision Analog and Digital Video Recording Software. The GV-System also refers to Multicam System, GV-NVR System, GV-System GV-DVR System and GV-Hybrid DVR System at the same time. GV-VMS GeoVision Video Management System for IP cameras. GeoVision License Plate Recognition System for GV-IP LPR GV-DVR LPR cameras.
Note for Connecting to GV-System / GV-VMS The GV-IP LPR Camera is designed to work with and record on GV-System / GV-VMS, a video management system. Once the camera is connected to the GV-System / GV-VMS, the resolution set on the GV-System / GV-VMS will override the resolution set on the camera’s Web interface.
Note for Installing Camera Outdoor When installing the GV-IP LPR Camera outdoor, mind the following: 1. Set the camera above the junction box to prevent water from entering the camera along the cables. 2. Waterproof the PoE, power and TV-out cables with waterproof silicon rubber or the like. 3.
Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 GV-IP LPR Camera 5R Ideal for parking lot installation, the GV-IP LPR Camera 5R is a 1.3 MP B/W network camera designed for recognition of reflective license plates on vehicles traveling at 60 km/h (37 mph) or less.
1.1.1 Features ˙ 1.3 megapixel B/W progressive scan CMOS ˙ Motorized varifocal lens for remote focus / zoom adjustment ˙ Dual streams from MJPEG or H.264 ˙ Up to 30 fps at 1280 x 1024 ˙ Maximum speed 60 km/h (37 mph) ˙...
Introduction 1.1.2 System Requirements To access the camera functions and settings through Web browser, ensure your PC is in good network connection and use one of the following Web browsers: Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.x or later Google Chrome ...
Introduction 1.1.4 Device Installation 1.1.4.1 Installation Guidelines To produce quality image and to avoid software recognition errors, make sure you adhere to the guidelines when installing your GV-IP LPR Camera 5R. See GV-LPR Camera Installation Guide. 1.1.4.2 Installing the Camera After you have read through the installation guides and chosen an installation site, follow the steps below to install the GV-IP LPR Camera 5R.
1.1.5 Connecting the Camera It is suggested to use GV-PA191 PoE Adapter to connect the GV-IP LPR Camera 5R to the network. Follow the steps below for connection. 1. Connect the camera’s cable to the GV-PA191 PoE Adapter as illustrated below. The power and network will be supplied simultaneously.
Introduction 1.1.6 Adjusting the Angles The GV-IP LPR Camera 5R is designed to be adjustable in three shafts for easy and flexible installation. First Shaft You can adjust the camera body by 360 degrees to the right or the left. 1.
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Second Shaft You can adjust the camera body up and down by 90, 112.5, 135, 157.5 or 180 degrees by using the gears inside the camera body and the camera base. 1. Unscrew the tilting lock screw with the torx wrench. Tilting Lock Screw Torx Wrench Figure 1-5...
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Introduction Third Shaft You can adjust the camera base by 360°. 1. Unscrew the base fixing screw with the torx wrench. Torx Wrench Base Fixing Screw Figure 1-8 2. Adjust the angle of camera base, and fasten the base fixing screw. 0~360°...
1.1.7 Replacing the Silica Gel Bag To replace the original silica gel bag with a new one, follow the steps below. 1. Loosen the camera’s cover. Camera’s Cover Figure 1-10 2. Remove the silica gel bag. Silica Gel Bag Figure 1-11 3.
Introduction 1.1.8 Installing the Sun-Shield Cover After setting up the Bullet Camera, now you can install the sun-shield cover to the camera. 1. Fasten the hexagon screws either on top or below the camera. Figure 1-12 2. Put the sun-shield cover on top of hexagon screws. Make sure to aim the rear hexagon screw at the edge of the sun-shield cover’s aperture for optimal sun-shield performance.
1.2 GV-LPC1100 The GV-LPC1100 is a 1.3 MP B/W network camera designed for recognition of reflective license plates on vehicles traveling at 120 km/h (75 mph) or less. With its multiple LEDs and intelligent IR, the camera is able to automatically adjust its shutter speed to the scene and produce clear license plate capture for one lane under low-light conditions.
Introduction 1.2.1 Features ˙ 1.3 megapixel B/W progressive scan CMOS ˙ Motorized varifocal lens for remote focus / zoom adjustment ˙ Dual streams from MJPEG or H.264 ˙ Up to 30 fps at 1280 x 1024 ˙ Maximum speed 120 km/h (75 mph) ˙...
1.2.2 System Requirements To access the camera functions and settings through Web browser, ensure your PC is in good network connection and use one of the following Web browsers: Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.x or later Google Chrome Mozilla Firefox ...
Introduction 1.2.3 Packing List ˙ The GV-LPC1100 camera ˙ Screw Anchor x 4 ˙ Screw x 4 ˙ Washer x 4 ˙ Torx Wrench x 1 ˙ GV-PA482 PoE Adapter ˙ Power Adapter (DC 48V, 2.5A, 120 W) ˙ AC Power Cord ˙...
1.2.4 Device Installation 1.2.4.1 Installation Guidelines To produce quality image and to avoid software recognition errors, make sure you adhere to the guidelines when installing your GV-LPC1100. See GV-LPR Camera Installation Guide. 1.2.4.2 Installing the Camera After you have read through the installation guides and chosen an installation site, follow the steps below to install the GV-LPC1100.
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Introduction 6. Based on the live view, adjust the angle, zoom and focus of the camera. Loosen the indicated screw with the supplied torx wretch and adjust the joint. Figure 1-16 Tilt Adjustment Figure 1-17 Pan Adjustment Figure 1-18...
1.2.5 Connecting the Camera GV-IP LPR Camera supports three power specifications: DC 48V, High PoE (120 W). Follow the steps below to connect your GV-LPC1100 to power, network and other wires needed. 1.2.5.1 PoE Connection Use the supplied GV-PA482 PoE Adapter to connect the camera to the power and network at the same time.
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Introduction 1.2.5.2 Power Adapter Connection Besides PoE connection, you can use the supplied DC power adaptor, and connect the camera to the power. 1. Plug the DC power adapter to the 2-pin terminal block on the camera by inserting the wire with white lines to the (+) pin and the black wire to the (-) pin.
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1.2.5.3 Wire Definition Figure 1-21 Camera Wire Definition RJ-45 Ethernet Black BNC TV out Green RCA Audio Out Pink RCA Audio In Brown Digital Output Yellow Digital Input White 2-Pin Terminal Block Power...
Introduction 1.2.6 Replacing the Silica Gel Bag To replace the original silica gel bag with a new one, follow the steps below. Loose the screws holding the camera’s lid with the torx wrench. Figure 1-22 Open the camera’s lid and you will find a silica gel bag attached to the interior of the lid. Figure 1-23 Remove the silica gel bag and place a new bag back to its original position.
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IMPORTANT: The silica gel loses its effectiveness when the dry camera is opened. To prevent the lens from fogging up, replace the silica gel bag every time when you open the camera and conceal the gel bag in the camera within two minutes of exposing to the open air. For each newly replaced silica gel bag, allow it to absorb moisture for at least 5 hours before operating the camera.
-40°C (-40°F) to 50°C (122°F). GV-LPR1200 is also capable of recognizing the license plate numbers with the built-in LPR processor, comparing captured license plates with the database downloaded from the access control software GV-ASManager, and opening a gate or barrier when there is a match.
˙ Ingress protection (IP67) ˙ Vandal resistance (IK10 for metal casing) ˙ Maximum IR distance 20 m (65.6 ft) ˙ Built-in LPR processor to perform recognition (for GV-LPR1200 only) ˙ Built-in heater and fan ˙ Support for TV-out ˙ Support for I/O (2 in / 2 out) ˙...
Note: For users of Internet Explorer 8 or later, additional settings are required. For details, see Appendix C. Compatible Software Version Model Firmware Compatible Software Version Version GV-System GV-VMS GV-ASManager GV-LPC1200 V1.0 V8.6.2.0 + Patch V14.10 + Patch V4.3 GV-LPR1200 V1.01 Note: The License Plate Recognition function is not supported on GV-VMS.
1.3.3 Packing List ˙ The GV-LPC1200 / LPR1200 camera ˙ Screw Anchor x 4 ˙ Screw x 4 ˙ Washer x 4 ˙ Torx Wrench x 1 ˙ Power Adapter (DC 12V, 5A) ˙ AC Power Cord ˙ Silica Gel Bag x 1 ˙...
Introduction 1.3.4 Installing the Camera 1.3.4.1 Installation Guidelines To produce quality image and to avoid software recognition errors, make sure you adhere to the guidelines when installing your camera. See GV-LPR Camera Installation Guide. 1.3.4.2 Installing the Camera After you have read through the installation guide and chosen an installation site, follow the steps below to install the camera.
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6. Based on the live view, adjust the angle, zoom and focus of the camera. Loosen the indicated screw with the supplied torx wretch and adjust the joint. Figure 1-25 Tilt Adjustment Figure 1-26 Pan Adjustment Figure 1-27...
Introduction 1.3.5 Connecting the Camera Follow the steps below to connect your camera to power. 1. Use a mini-flathead screwdriver to push the orange button, plug the DC power adapter to the 2-pin terminal block connected to the camera by inserting the wire with the white line to the (+) pin and the black line to the (-) pin.
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TV out Green RCA Audio Out Pink RCA Audio In Brown Digital Output 1 Yellow Digital Input 1 White Orange Digital Output 2 Blue Digital Input 2 Green RS-485+ (for GV-LPR1200 only) Gray RS-485- (for GV-LPR1200 only) 2-Pin Terminal Block Power...
Introduction 1.3.6 Replacing the Silica Gel Bag To replace the original silica gel bag with a new one, follow the steps below. Loose the screws holding the camera’s lid with the torx wrench. Camera’s Lid Figure 1-30 Open the camera’s lid and you will find a silica gel bag attached to the interior of the lid. Silica Gel Bag Figure 1-31 Remove the silica gel bag and place a new bag back to its original position.
1.3.7 Fitting the Battery The camera includes a 3V lithium battery to provide power to the camera settings and real-time clock circuitry. Memory Card Slot Battery Figure 1-32 IMPORTANT: Make sure the plastic insulation film under the battery is removed when you use the camera for the first time.
Introduction 1.3.8 Installing a Mini USB Cable To use UMTS-compatible devices, you need to prepare a Mini USB-to-USB cable with the size of the Mini USB end smaller than 1 cm for threading and install it into the camera. Follow the steps for installation.
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Take out the conduit connector inside the housing. Remove and disintegrate the connector. You should have 3 parts. Figure 1-36 Make a side slit to part 1 with a cutter knife. Figure 1-37 Thread the cable through part 3 and part 2, push the cable with the Mini USB end into part 1, thread through the camera bottom and plug it to the Mini USB port on the circuit board.
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Introduction Re-install the connector and the cap (part 3) tightly to make sure the camera is watertight. Note: Fill the gap between the Mini USB-to-USB cable and the conduit connector to waterproof the cable before securing the camera. Figure 1-39...
Note: If your router does not support DHCP, the default IP address will be 192.168.0.10. In this case, it is strongly suggested to modify the IP address to avoid IP address conflict with other GeoVision IP device on the same LAN. To change the IP address, see Changing the IP Address later in this section.
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Getting Started Click the Name or Mac Address column to sort. Figure 2-2 Find the Mac Address of the camera, click its IP address and select Web Page. Figure 2-3 The login page appears. Type the default ID and password admin and click Apply to log in.
2.2 Changing the IP Address To modify the static IP address or set the camera to a public dynamic IP address, log in the Web interface to access the network setting page. 1. Open your Web browser, and type in the IP address. •...
Getting Started 2.2 Configuring the Basics Once you have installed and logged in the camera, you are ready to configure some of its primary settings through the Web interface: • Date and time adjustment: see 4.7.1 Date and Time Settings. •...
4. A video image, similar to the example in Figure 3-2, is now displayed on your browser. Note: To enable the updating of images in Microsoft Internet Explorer, you must set your browser to allow ActiveX Controls and perform a once-only installation of GeoVision’s ActiveX component onto your computer.
Accessing the Camera 3.2 The Live View Window In the left menu, click Live View, and select Camera to see the live video. 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Figure 3-2 Name Function Play Plays live video. Stop Stops playing video.
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Auto Focus. PTZ Control Note the Auto Focus function only works for GV-IP LPR Camera 5R and GV-LPC1100 while GV-LPC1200 / GV-LPR1200 can automatically focus. Enables the I/O Control Panel or the Visual Automation. Note this function is only supported by cameras with I/O function.
Accessing the Camera 3.3 The Control Panel of the Live View Window To open the control panel of the Live View window, click the arrow button on top of the viewer. You can access the following functions by using the right and left arrow buttons on the control panel.
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[Camera Adjustment] Adjusts the image quality settings. Click Save to store the changes to the settings. GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 GV-LPC1200 / GV-LPR1200 Figure 3-4 Brightness: Adjusts the brightness of the image. Contrast: Adjusts the relative differences between one pixel and the next.
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The minimum shutter speed ranges from 1/500 to 1/8000 sec for GV-IP LPR Camera 5R and GV-LPC1100 or from 1/250 to 1/2000 sec for GV-LPC1200 and GV-LPR1200. Select Auto for automatic shutter control or select a shutter speed value.
3.4 Snapshot of a Live Video To take a snapshot of live video, follow these steps: 1. Click the Snapshot button (No. 5, Figure 3-2). The Save As dialog box appears. 2. Specify Save in, type the File name, and select JPEG or BMP for Save as Type. You may also choose to display the camera name and/or the date, the text color and image quality for the snapshot.
Accessing the Camera 3.6 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View The Live View window provides two types of close-up views: Picture-in-Picture (PIP) and Picture-and Picture (PAP). The two views are useful to provide clear and detailed images of the surveillance area. Picture-in-Picture View With the Picture-in-Picture (PIP) view, you can crop the video to get a close-up view or zoom in on the video.
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Picture-and-Picture View With the Picture-and-Picture (PAP) view, you can create a split video effect with multiple close-up views on the image. A total of 7 close-up views can be defined. Figure 3-6 1. Right-click the live view and select PAP. A row of three inset windows appears at the bottom.
Accessing the Camera 3.7 Alarm Notification When a motion is detected, you can be alerted by a pop-up live video and view up to four captured images. Pop-up live video Captured images Figure 3-7 To configure this function, click the Show System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 3-2), and select Alarm Notify.
3.8 Video and Audio Configuration You can enable the microphone and speaker for two-way audio communication and adjust the set the number of frames to keep for live view buffer. Click the Show System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 3-2), and select Video and Audio Configuration.
Accessing the Camera 3.9 Remote Configuration You can upgrade the device firmware over the network. Click the Show System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 3-2), and select Remote Config. The Remote Config dialog box will appear. [Firmware Upgrade] In this tab, you can upgrade the firmware over the network. For details, see Chapter 5 Advanced Applications.
3.12 I/O Control Note this function is only supported by cameras with I/O function. The I/O Control window provides a real-time graphic display of camera status, I/O status, and alarm events. Additionally, you can remotely force output to be triggered. Figure 3-12 To display the I/O control window, click the I/O Control button (No.
Accessing the Camera 3.13 Visual Automation Note this function is only supported by cameras with I/O function. The Visual Automation allows you to change the current state of the electronic device by simply clicking on its image, e.g. turning the light ON. This feature is only available when the Visual Automation is set ahead by the Administrator.
Chapter 4 Administrator Mode The Administrator can access and configure your camera over the network. The configuration categories include: Video and Motion, Events and Alerts, Monitoring, Recording Schedule, Network and Management. Figure 4-1...
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Administrator Mode Corresponding Section for Configuration Menu Find the topic of interest by referring to the indicated section. 4.1.1 Video Settings 4.1.1.1 Streaming 1/2 4.1.1.2 Recognition Result 4.1.2 Motion Detection / Detection Mode 4.1 Video and Motion 4.1.3 Privacy Mask 4.1.4 Text Overlay 4.1.5 Visual Automation 4.1.6 Recognition Engine Settings...
4.1 Video & Motion The camera supports dual streams, Streaming 1 and Streaming 2, which allow separate codec and resolutions settings for a single video transmission. In a bandwidth-limited network, such as mobile phone surveillance, this dual-stream feature allows you to view live video in lower resolution (Streaming 2), and record in highest resolution (Streaming 1) at the same time.
Administrator Mode 4.1.1 Video Settings 4.1.1.1 Streaming 1/2 Figure 4-2A...
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Figure 4-2B [Name] Rename the camera. The camera name will appear on the Live View. To display the camera name, see 3.10 Camera Name Display. [Connection Template] Select the type of your network connection. Unless you select Customized, this option will automatically bring up the recommended video resolution, frame rate, bandwidth and GOP size.
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1280 x 1024, 640 x 512, 320 x 256 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Sub Stream 16:9 640 x 360, 448 x 252 640 x 512, 320 x 256 Video Resolution for GV-LPC1200 / GV-LPR1200 Main Stream 16:9 1280 x 720 Sub Stream 16:9...
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[GOP Structure and Length] Set the maximum number of seconds between every key frame. [Text Overlay Settings] Overlaid with camera name: Includes camera names on live and recorded videos. Overlaid with date stamps: Includes date stamps on live and recorded videos. Overlaid with time stamps: Includes time stamps on live and recorded videos.
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Administrator Mode 4.1.1.2 Recognition Result Note the function is only supported by GV-LPR1200. This function allows you to display the recognized plate number, the date and time of recognition, or a desired text on the images of the recognition results.
4.1.2 Motion Detection / Detection Mode 4.1.2.1 GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 / GV-LPC1200 Motion detection is used to generate an alarm whenever movement occurs within the scene. You can configure up to 8 detection zones with different sensitivity values. Create at least one detection zone to enable this function.
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Administrator Mode Figure 4-4b GV-LPC1200 1. Select a Sensitivity value. There are 10 sensitivity levels. The higher the value, the more sensitive the camera is to motion. The default sensitivity value is 9 for GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 and 5 for GV-LPC1200. 2.
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8. If you want to trigger the alarm output when motion is detected, select Output 1 and click the Apply button. To activate the output settings, you must also start Input monitoring manually or by schedule. For related settings, see 4.4 Monitoring. This option is not available for GV-LPC1200.
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Administrator Mode 4.1.2.2 GV-LPR1200 For GV-LPR1200, you can set the detection mode to activate license plate recognition by motion detection or sensor triggers. You can define up to 8 detection areas for motion detection and plate recognition. Figure 4-5...
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[Detection Mode] From the drop-down list on top left, select a method to activate license plate recognition. Disable: Deactivate recognition. Motion (Stationary Camera): Activate recognition by motion detection. Select this mode if your camera is fixed at one place. Motion (Mobile Camera): Activate recognition by motion detection. Select this option if your camera is not fixed at one place or is installed on a vehicle.
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Administrator Mode [Recognition and Motion Area Setting] To configure the area of motion detection and plate recognition, first click Reset to clear the default setting. Then drag the mouse button to select an area of the image. You can define up to 8 areas to outline your detection areas. Every time when an area is selected, you will be prompted for confirmation.
4.1.3 Privacy Mask Note the function is only supported by GV-IP LPR Camera 5R and GV-LPC1100. The Privacy Mask can block out sensitive areas from view, covering the areas with dark boxes in both live view and recorded clips. This feature is ideal for privacy protection on locations with private information, keyboard sequences (e.g.
Administrator Mode 4.1.4 Text Overlay The Text Overlay allows you to overlay any text in any place on the camera view. Up to 16 text messages can be created on one camera view. The overlaid text will be saved in the recordings.
4.1.5 Visual Automation Note this function is only supported by cameras with I/O function. This intuitive feature helps you automate any electronic device by triggering the connected output device. When you click on the image of the electronic device, you can simply change its current state, e.g. light ON. Figure 4-9 1.
Administrator Mode 4.1.6 Recognition Engine Settings Note this function is only available for GV-LPR1200. You can adjust the recognition engine to improve the recognition process and increase the accuracy. Figure 4-11 [Engine Setting] Country: Select a recognition engine to be set up.
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Maximum height of characters: You can set the maximum height of characters on the license plate in pixels to activate the recognition process. Minimum height of characters: Set the minimum height of characters on the license plate in pixels to activate the recognition process. Maximum number of plates: Set the maximum number of plates to be recognized simultaneously.
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Administrator Mode Minimum number of characters: Set the minimum number of special characters allowed on the license plate to activate the recognition process. If the number of characters does not reach the minimum requirement, the system will not start the recognition.
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FixChinese: Overwrites with the weighted character regardless of whether the first Simplified Chinese character is recognized. [Rule Setting] You can set up recognition rules to increase recognition accuracy. The rule can only consist of letters A and D, and its length must equal that of the license plate number. Use “A”...
Administrator Mode 4.2 I/O Control Note this function is only supported by cameras with I/O function. You can connect your camera to other I/O devices with the I/O wires for extensible connection. Strip the desired wires first, and connect the auxiliary devices with the right wires according to the assignments to the wires in 1.3.5.3 Wire Definition.
Note: 1. The cameras with I/O function support dry-contact input devices. 2. The functions “triggering the output”, “Recording starts when the input is triggered” and “sending video to Center V2” only work after you start Input monitoring manually or by schedule.
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Pulse Mode for x Seconds field. [Alarm Settings] You can choose to automatically trigger the digital output under these conditions: memory card write error (Rec Error) and full memory card (HD Full). Note that memory card related functions are only supported by GV-LPR1200.
4.2.3 RS485 Note this function is only supported by GV-LPR1200. To export recognition data through RS-485, select Enable. GV-LPR1200 uses a baud rate of 9600. Figure 4-14 [Select String Type] Export Format: Select the desired recognition results from the drop-down list to export,...
Administrator Mode 4.3 Events & Alerts For motion and alarm events, the Administrator can set up two types of alert: 1. Send a captured image by e-mail or FTP. See 4.3.1 E-Mail and 4.3.2 FTP. 2. Notify Center Monitoring Stations such as Center V2, VSM (Vital Sign Monitor), by video or text alerts.
4.3.1 E-mail When a motion is detected, the camera can send an e-mail alert, containing a captured image to a remote user. Important: To send e-mail alert upon motion, make sure you also enable the Motion Detection / Detection Mode function. For setup details, see 4.1.2 Motion Detection / Detection Mode.
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8. Email-Alarm Settings: Select an event to automatically send an e-mail alert. Rec Error: Sends an e-mail alert upon a memory card writing error. This function is only supported by GV-LPR1200. HD Full: Sends an e-mail alert when the memory card is full. This function is only supported by GV-LPR1200.
4.3.2 FTP You can also send the captured image to a remote FTP server for alerts. Important: To send FTP alert upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page. For details, see 4.1.2 Motion Detection / Detection Mode. Figure 4-16 [Upload to a FTP server] Select Enable to set up the FTP function.
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8. In the left menu, select Monitoring and click the Start button to start monitoring. [Act as FTP server] The function is only supported by GV-LPR1200. 1. Enable FTP access to the GV-IP Cam: Select to allow the camera to act as an FTP server for users to download AVI files.
4.3.3 Center V2 The central monitoring station Center V2 can be notified of a motion event by live videos and text alerts. Up to two Center V2 servers can be connected. For live monitoring through Center V2, you must already have a subscriber account on each of the Center V2 server. Important: To notify the Center V2 Server upon motion events, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page.
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Administrator Mode To enable the Center V2 connection: 1. Activate Link: Enable the monitoring through Center V2. 2. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of Center V2. 3. Port Number: Match the port to Port 2 on Center V2. Or keep the default value 5551. For details, see 7.1 Center V2.
4.3.4 VSM (Vital Sign Monitor) The central monitoring station VSM can be notified of a motion event by text alerts. Up to two Vital Sign Monitor servers can be connected. For live monitoring through VSM, you must already have a subscriber account on each of the VSM server. IMPORTANT: To notify the Vital Sign Monitor upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page.
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Administrator Mode To enable the VSM connection: 1. Activate Link: Enable the monitoring through VSM. 2. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of VSM. 3. Port Number: Match the port to Port 2 on VSM or keep the default value 5609. For details, see 7.2 Vital Sign Monitor.
4.3.5 GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server The GV-Video Gateway and GV-Recording Server are video streaming servers designed for large-scale video surveillance deployments. The GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server (with recording capability) can receive up to 128 channels from various IP video devices, and distribute up to 300 channels to its clients.
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Administrator Mode To enable connection to GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server: 1. Activate Link: Enable the monitoring through GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server. 2. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of the GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server.
4.3.6 RTSP The RTSP Server enables video and audio streaming to your 3G-enabled mobile phone. Figure 4-20 Activate Link: Enable the RTSP / 3GPP service. RTSP/TCP Port: Keep the default value 8554, or modify it if necessary. RTP/UDP Port: Keep the default range from 17300 to 17319, or modify it if necessary. The number of ports for use is limited to 20.
Administrator Mode 4.3.7 ONVIF Note this function is only supported by GV-LPC1200 and GV-LPR1200. Configure the ONVIF settings for a third-party DVR. Figure 4-21 Enable Authentication: The ID and password of the camera are required to access the camera by a third-party DVR through ONVIF.
4.3.8 POS Note this function is only available for GV-LPR1200. When the alarm events of motion detection and sensor trigger occur, the GV-System can get alerts with recognized license plate overlaid on the live images. This application is illustrated below.
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Time or only Plate ID when they are transmitted to GV-System. The GV- LPR1200 will be added to GV-System through the POS device settings. To set up the GV-LPR1200 on GV-System, see 7.3 POS Device Setup, GV-DVR User’s Manual on GV-NVR Software DVD.
4.3.9 Inquire Recognized Database Note this function is only available for GV-LPR1200. You can enquire the history of a plate number from the database stored in a memory card. Note: Make sure you have inserted a memory card that contains the database of recognized license plate numbers.
• Make sure the output settings of the gate or barrier are configured and enabled. The gate or barrier must be connected to output 1 of GV-LPR1200. For detail, see 4.2.2 Output Settings.
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Figure 4-26 Select Enable Registry Database. Select one comparison type for Registry Database Comparison using the drop-down list. The detected license plate will trigger the output under the selected condition: Complete (All Characters Match): The detected license plate matches every character of a license plate in database.
Administrator Mode 4.4 Monitoring Configure the monitoring settings for your camera. 4.4.1 Monitoring Settings You can start monitoring manually, by schedule or by input trigger. Note this function is not available for GV-IP LPR Camera 5R. Figure 4-27 [Manual] Manually activates motion detection and I/O monitoring. Select one of the following options and click the Start button.
4.5 Schedule Note this function is only supported by cameras with I/O function.The schedule is provided to activate I/O monitoring on a specific time each day. 4.5.1 I/O Monitoring Settings You can set the schedule for I/O monitoring. Figure 4-28 Span 1- Span 3: Set different time frames during the day to enable I/O monitoring.
Administrator Mode 4.5.2 Recognizing Schedule Settings Note this function is only available for GV-LPR1200. You can set the schedule for recognizing license plates. Figure 4-29 Select a method for license plate recognition from the drop-down list on top left and set different time frames during the day to enable I/O monitoring.
4.6 Network The Network section includes some basic but important network configurations that enable your camera to be connected to a TCP/IP network. 4.6.1 LAN Configuration According to your network environment, select among Static IP, DHCP and PPPoE. Figure 4-30 [LAN Configuration] Dynamic IP address: The network environment has a DHCP server which will automatically assign a dynamic IP address to the camera.
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Administrator Mode PPPoE: The network environment is xDSL connection. Type the Username and Password provided by ISP to establish the connection. If you use the xDSL connection with dynamic IP addresses, first use the DDNS function to obtain a domain name linking to the camera’s changing IP address.
4.6.2 Advanced TCP/IP This section introduces the advanced TCP/IP settings, including DDNS Server, HTTP port, streaming port and UPnP. Figure 4-31A...
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DHCP Server or ISP (in xDSL connection) has changed. Before enabling the DDNS function, you should apply for a Host Name from the DDNS service provider’s website. There are 2 providers listed in the camera: GeoVision DDNS Server and DynDNS.org.
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2. Service Provider: Select the DDNS service provider you have registered with. 3. Host Name: Type the host name used to link to your camera. For the users of GeoVision DDNS Server, it is unnecessary to fill the field because the system will detect the host name automatically.
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Administrator Mode [UPnP Settings] UPnP (Universal Plug & Play) is a networking architecture that provides compatibility among networking equipment, software and peripherals of the 400+ vendors that are part of the Universal Plug and Play Forum. It means that they are listed in the network devices table for the operating system (such as Windows XP) supported by this function.
4.6.3 UMTS Note this function is only supported by GV-LPC1200 and GV-LPR1200. UMTS stands for Universal Mobile Telephone System. UMTS is a third-generation (3G) broadband, packet-based transmission of text, digitized voice, video, and multimedia at data rates up to 2 megabits per second.
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Administrator Mode Note: You need to prepare a Mini USB-to-USB cable and install in the camera. See 1.3.8 Installing a Mini USB Cable. PIN number: Type the PIN number that is provided by your network operator. Access Point Name (APN): Type Access Point Name that is provided by your network operator.
4.6.4 IP Filtering The Administrator can set IP filtering to restrict access to the camera. Figure 4-33 To enable the IP Filter function: 1. Enable IP Filtering: Enable the IP Filtering function. 2. Filtered IP: Type the IP address from which you want to restrict the access. 3.
Administrator Mode 4.6.5 SNMP Settings The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) allows you to monitor the status of the camera through SNMP network management software. Figure 4-34 To allow management of SNMP software: 1. Select Enable SNMPv1 SNMPv2c to enable the function. 2.
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8. To enable access to Read Only Name, type a community string to allows read-only access to the camera, and set up the Authentication Type, Authentication Password and the Current Password (Encrypted). 9. Click Apply to save the settings.
Administrator Mode 4.7 Management The Management section includes the settings of data and time and user account. Also you can view the firmware version and execute certain system operations. 4.7.1 Date and Time Settings The date and time settings are used for date and time stamps on the image. Figure 4-35...
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[Date & Time on GV-IPCAM] Displays the current date and time on the camera. [Time Zone] Sets the time zone for local settings. Select Enable Daylight Saving Time to automatically adjust the camera for daylight saving time. Type the Start Time and End Time to enable the daylight saving function.
Administrator Mode 4.7.2 Storage Settings Note this function is only supported by GV-LPR1200. You can store the recognition results or images to the memory card slot in the camera. The image is stored in the JPEG compressed format. Figure 4-37 Note: The captured images may be lost if you do not remove the memory card properly.
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Enable auto formatting when disk or partition is enabled to record: Select this option for the camera to automatically format the storage device when there is error during saving recognition results or images.
To remain logged in after reboot, select Disable auto logout after reboot. • The default FTP Server login name and password are lprftpserver. Note the FTP function is only supported by GV-LPR1200. Figure 4-38 Note: You can also access this User Account interface simply by executing a CGI command.
Administrator Mode 4.7.5 Tools This section allows you to execute certain system operations and view the firmware version. Figure 4-40...
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[Internal Temperature] This field displays the current chipset temperature inside the camera. [Fan Status] This field shows whether the fan of the camera is enabled or not. Note this function is only supported by GV-LPC1200 / GV-LPR1200. [Reboot] Click the Reboot button to reset the software configuration of the camera.
Administrator Mode 4.7.6 Language You can select the language for the Web interface. Figure 4-41 Use the Language drop-down list to select a language for the Web interface. By default, the language on the Web interface will be the same with the one used for the operating system.
Chapter 5 Advanced Applications This chapter introduces more advanced applications. 5.1 Upgrading System Firmware GeoVision periodically updates the latest firmware to the company website. You can update your camera firmware through the Web interface or GV-IP Device Utility included in the Software DVD.
Advanced Applications 5.1.1 Using the Web Interface 1. In the Live View window, click the Show System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 3-2) and select Remote Config. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-1 2. Click the Browser button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer. 3.
5.1.2 Using the GV-IP Device Utility The GV-IP Device Utility provides a direct way to upgrade the firmware to multiple cameras. Note the computer used to upgrade firmware must be under the same network with the cameras. 1. Insert the Software DVD, select GV IP Device Utility, and follow the onscreen instructions to install the program.
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Advanced Applications 4. Click on the IP address of the camera and select Configure. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-3 5. Click the Firmware Upgrade tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-4 5. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer.
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6. If you like to upgrade all the cameras in the list, check Upgrade all devices. 7. Type Password, and click Upgrade to start the upgrade.
Advanced Applications 5.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings With the GV-IP Device Utility included on the GV-IP LPR Camera Software CD, you can back up the configurations in the camera, and restore the backup data to the current unit or import it to another unit.
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To restore the settings 1. In Figure 5-3, click the Import Settings tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-6 2. Click the Browse button to locate the backup file (.dat). 3. Select Upgrade all devices to import the settings into the same type of device in the same LAN.
3. Press and hold the default button for 8 seconds. Default Button Default Button GV-LPC1100 GV-LPC1200 / GV-LPR1200 GV-IP LPR Camera 5R Figure 5-7 4. Release the default button. When the process of loading default settings is completed, the camera reboots automatically.
5.4 Verifying Watermark The watermark is an encrypted and digital signature embedded in the video stream during the compression stage, protecting the video from the moment of creation. Watermarking ensures that an image is not edited or damaged after it is recorded. To enable the watermark function, see Watermark Setting, 4.1.1 Video Settings.
Advanced Applications 5.4.3 The Watermark Proof Window Figure 5-8 The controls in the window: No. Name Description Open File Opens the recording. First Frame Goes to the first frame of the file. Play Plays the file. Previous Frame Goes to the previous frame of the file. Next Frame Goes to the next frame of the file.
• When a camera is connected to IE browser or any other applications, it takes up 1 stream; when it is connected to GV-System, it takes up 2 streams. When GV-LPR1200 is connected to GV-ASManager, it takes up 2 streams.
DVR Configurations 6.1 Setting Up IP Cameras on GV-System Follow the steps below to manually connect your camera to GV-System. Note: The following instructions are based on V8.5.7.0 software and user interfaces. 1. On the GV-System’s main screen, click the Configure button, select System Configure, select Camera Install and click IP Camera Install.
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3. Type the IP address, username and password of the camera. Modify the default HTTP port if necessary. Figure 6-3 4. Select GeoVision from the Brand drop-down list and select your camera from the Device drop-down list. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-4 Dual Streams: Click this button to set the codec type to MJPEG in the main stream and to H.264 in the sub stream with the resolutions listed below.
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DVR Configurations 6. Click the listed camera, select Display position and select a channel number to map the camera to a channel on the GV-System. Figure 6-5 7. The Status column now should display “Connected”. Click OK. The dome view is displayed on the selected channel of GV-System.
Frames to keep in live view buffer: Specifies the number of frames to keep in the live view buffer. Recording Codec Format: Specifies whether to record in standard or GeoVision type of JPEG, H.264 codec.
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DVR Configurations Automatically Adjust DST: If enabled, the time on the camera’s Web interface will be synchronized with the time of the GV-System when DST period starts or ends on the GV-System.
6.2 Setting Up IP Cameras on GV-VMS Follow the steps below to manually connect your camera to GV-VMS. Note: The License Plate Recognition function is not supported on GV-VMS. The following instructions are based on V14.10 software and user interfaces. To access the IP Device Setup page, click Home , select Toolbar , click...
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DVR Configurations Figure 6-8 Type the IP address, username and password of the IP camera. Modify the default HTTP port 80 if necessary. Select a camera brand and model name from the Brand and Device drop-down lists respectively. This dialog box appears. Note: For the GV-IP LPR Camera 5R, select GV-IPLPRCam5.
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In the dialog box, configure the options which may vary depending on camera brands. Dual Streams: The camera is set to dual streams by default. Select this option to apply the dual-streaming settings (lower resolution for live view and higher resolution for recording) if the camera supports dual streams.
DVR Configurations 6.3 Remote Monitoring with Multi View Note that Multi View is only supported by GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100. You can monitor the live view of the camera using the Multi View. Connecting to the Camera The Multi View program is available in the GV-System applications, and is also included in the Software DVD as an independent program.
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6. Select GV-IP Camera, GV-IP Speed Dome from the Device drop-down list. Type the host name, IP address, user name and password of the camera. Modify the default VSS port 10000 if necessary. Figure 6-11 7. Click Save to establish connection. For details on the Multi View functions, see Multi View Viewer, Chapter 8, DVR User’s Manual on the GV-NVR Software DVD.
DVR Configurations 6.4 Remote Monitoring with E-Map You can use the Remote E-Map to monitor the camera. Creating an E-Map for the Camera With the E-Map Editor, you can create an E-Map for the camera. The E-Map Editor is available in the two applications: Main System and E-Map Server. The following is an example of running the E-Map Editor from the Main System.
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Connecting to the Camera Depending on where you save the created E-Map file (GV-System, E-Map Server or Control Center), the steps to open the Remote E-Map window for monitoring may vary slightly. The following is the connection example when you store the E-Map file in the GV-System. 1.
CMS Configurations Chapter 7 CMS Configurations This section introduces the related settings to enable connecting to the camera in the central monitoring stations Center V2 and VSM and Dispatch Server. 7.1 Center V2 The Center V2 can monitor the camera. TCP/ IP Video Data LPR Cameras...
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To define how to display the received video on motion detection, click the Preference Settings button and select System Configure. This dialog box appears. Figure 7-3 Manual close channel: Closes the triggered camera view manually. Close the camera view when motion stopped: Closes the triggered camera view automatically when motion stops.
CMS Configurations 7.2 Vital Sign Monitor The Vital Sign Monitor can monitor the camera. Figure 7-4 To set the appropriate port connecting to the camera, click Configure on the window menu, and select System Configure to display this dialog box. In the Connective Port field, keep the default value 5609 for the Port 2 option, or modify it to match the VSM port on the camera.
7.3 Dispatch Server The Dispatch Server can manage the camera and distribute them to the Center V2. Figure 7-6 To enable connecting to the camera, click the Server Setting button on the toolbar, and enable Allow GV IP devices to login as subscriber from Port. Keep the default port 5551, or modify it to match the Center V2 port on the camera.
Chapter 8 Smart Device Connection You can access the live view on your mobile devices using the mobile application GV-Eye. Android Smartphone, tablet, iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch are supported. For details on system requirements, installation and setup, visit our website: http://www.geovision.com.tw/english/5_8_App.asp...
Chapter 9 GV-ASManager Connection GV-LPR1200 and GV-DVR LPR can recognize license plates detected in the video source, and send the LPR results to GV-ASManager. Access can be granted when the detected license plate numbers match the vehicles registered in GV-ASManager's database. Before setting up GV-LPR1200 on GV-ASManager, see 4.3.10 Registry Database to enable the...
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GV-ASManager Connection Note: You can also click the Search button to search for GV-LPR1200 detected under the same LAN. 2. On the right pane for LPR, click the Add button . This dialog box appears. Figure 9-2 3. Type an ID number and Name for the LPR.
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6. Assign the GV-LPR1200 to a Data Group if needed or select No Groups to disable the data group function. You can then allow or forbid a user to read / write / execute the functions assigned under the data group. Refer to 8.1 Setting Up System User, Chapter 8 in GV-ASManager User Manual for more details.
Specifications Specifications GV-IP LPR Camera 5R Camera 1/3’’ B/W progressive scan CMOS Image Sensor 1280 (H) x 1024 (V) Picture Elements Automatic, Manual (1/500 ~ 1/8000 sec) Shutter Speed White Balance Auto / Manual (2800K ~ 8500K) S/N Ratio 50 dB Max.
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Video Resolution 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Main Stream 16.9 1280 x 720, 640 x 360, 448 x 252 1280 x 1024, 640 x 512, 320 x 256 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Sub Stream 640 x 360, 448 x 252 16.9 640 x 512, 320 x 256...
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Specifications General IP67 Ingress Protection Vandal Resistance IK10 for metal casing Constantly On Regulatory CE, FCC, C-Tick, RoHS compliant Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet / PD PoE Standard PoE Power Supply Type End-Span PoE Power Output DC 48V, 345mA (16.6 W Max.) Web Interface Web-based configuration Installation &...
GV-LPC1100 Camera 1/3’’ B/W progressive scan CMOS Image Sensor Picture Elements 1280 (H) x 1024 (V) Shutter Speed Automatic, Manual (1/500 ~ 1/8000 sec) White Balance Auto / Manual (2800K ~ 8500K) S/N Ratio 50 dB Max. Speed 120 km/h (75 mph) Lens 1.3 MP Megapixel...
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Specifications Video Resolution 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Main Stream 16.9 1280 x 720, 640 x 360, 448 x 252 1280 x 1024, 640 x 512, 320 x 256 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Sub Stream 16.9 640 x 360, 448 x 252 640 x 512, 320 x 256...
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General Operating Temperature -40°C ~ 50°C (-40°F ~ 122°F) Humidity 10% ~ 90% (non-condensing) DC 48V 2.5A, High PoE (PoE++, 120 W) Power Source 50 W Max. Power Consumption Without support 406 x 145 x 109 mm (16" x 5.7" x 4.3") Dimensions rack Cable Length...
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Specifications Application GV-System (GV-DVR/NVR), GV-VMS, GV-Recording Server Network Storage - GV-Eye for Android and iOS Smart Device Access - Embedded 3GPP/ISMA browser Live Viewing IE, GV-MultiView CMS Server support GV-Control Center, GV-Center V2, GV-Vital Sign Monitor GV-PA482 High Power Over Ethernet (PoE++) / PSE PoE Standard PoE Power Output DC 48V, 2.5A (120 W Max.)
GV-LPC1200 / LPR1200 Camera Megapixel B/W progressive scan CCD Image Sensor Picture Elements 1280 (H) x 720 (V) Automatic: 1/1000 ~ 1/10000 sec Shutter Speed Manual: 1/250 ~ 1/2000 sec S/N Ratio 52 dB 200 km/h (124.27 mph) Max. Speed Lens Megapixel 1 MP...
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For GV-LPR1200 only: Micro SD card slot (SD/SDHC, SD version 2.0 only, Class Local Storage * SDXC and UHS‐I card types are not supported. * GV-LPR1200 does not record videos to the memory card. BNC connector (640 x 480 resolution) TV-Out...
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Constantly On CE, FCC, RCM, RoHS compliant Regulatory For GV-LPR1200 only: Australia / Austria / Belgium / Brazil / Bulgaria / Chile / China / Columbia / Cyprus / Czech / France / Germany / Guernsey / Region of License Plate...
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Specifications Application GV-System (GV-DVR/NVR), GV-VMS, GV-Recording Server Network Storage - GV-Eye for Android and iOS Smart Device Access - Embedded 3GPP/ISMA browser Live Viewing IE, GV-Edge Recording Manager CMS Server support GV-Control Center, GV-Center V2, GV-Vital Sign Monitor GV-ASManager LPR Management Note: All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Appendix A. The CGI Command You can obtain a snapshot of the live view or access the User Account Web interface simply by executing CGI commands. Follow the details below: IP address: 192.168.2.11 Username: admin Password: admin Desired Stream: 1 To obtain a snapshot of live view, type the following into your Web browser: ...
Appendix B. RTSP Protocol Support The cameras support RTSP protocol for both video and audio streaming. For RTSP command, enter: rtsp://<IP of the GV-IP LPR Camera:8554/<CH No.>.sdp For example, rtsp://192.168.3.111:8554/CH001.sdp Note: The RTSP server must be enabled on the Web interface. See Figure 4-20. Only VLC and QuickTime players are supported for streaming video via RTSP protocol.
C. Settings for Internet Explorer 8 or later If you use Internet Explorer 8 or later, it is required to complete the following setting. 1. Set the Security to Medium-high (default). 2. Enable Allow previously unused ActiveX controls to run without prompt. 3.
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