Page 1 GV-Camera Reader GV-CR420 User's Manual Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. CR420V10-A...
Page 2 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.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Naming and Definition ............vi Chapter 1 Introduction ............1 1.1 Key Features ......................3 1.2 Packing List ......................4 1.3 Optional Accessories ..................... 4 1.4 System Requirements.................... 5 1.5 Limitations and Optimal Installation for Face Detection.......... 6 1.6 Physical Description....................7 1.7 Connecting the Cables and Wires................
Page 4 4.2.4 Video Recording ..................37 4.2.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View........38 4.2.6 Alarm Notification..................40 4.2.7 Video and Audio Configuration ..............42 4.2.8 Remote Configuration ................43 4.2.9 Camera Name Display................43 4.2.10 Image Enhancement................43 4.2.11 Network Status ..................44 Chapter 5 Administrator Mode ...........45 5.1 Video & Motion .....................47 5.1.1 Video Settings ..................48 5.1.2 Motion Detection..................52 5.1.3 Privacy Mask ....................53...
Page 5 Chapter 6 Advanced Applications ........83 6.1 Upgrading System Firmware.................83 6.1.1 Using the Web Interface ................84 6.1.2 Using the IP Device Utility.................85 6.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings...............87 6.2.1 Backing Up the Settings................87 6.2.2 Restoring the Settings................88 6.3 Restoring to Factory Default Settings..............89 6.4 Verifying Watermark .....................90 6.4.1 Accessing AVI Files ..................90 6.4.2 Running Watermark Proof ................90...
Page 6 Specifications ...............114 Camera ........................114 Optics Lens .........................114 Operation ........................115 Network........................115 Mechanical ........................115 Reader ........................116 General ........................116 Web Interface......................116 Applications.........................117 Appendix ................118 A. Settings for Internet Explore 8.................118 B. RTSP Protocol Support...................119 C. The CGI Command....................119...
Page 7: Naming And Definition
Naming and Definition GV-System GeoVision Analog and Digital Video Recording Software. The GV- System also refers to Multicam System, GV-NVR System, GV- Hybrid DVR System and GV-DVR System at the same time.
Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction All-in-One Solution GV-CR420 is a card reader with a built-in 4 MP wide angle IP camera. The card reader recognizes identification cards and grants access accordingly. The wide angle camera captures all angles of the entrance and transmits live view to GV-ASManager and GV- System through network connection.
Page 10 There are three ways to connect the camera reader to a GV-AS Controller: through RS-485, Wiegand or Network connection. Door RS-485 or Wiegand (sends card number) GV-ASManager GV-AS Controller Camera Reader Network (sends live view) Figure 1-1 RS-485 or Wiegand Connection Door Network (sends card number)
Page 11: Key Features
Introduction 1.1 Key Features Camera • Wide angle IP camera with 4 MP progressive scan CMOS • Stream 1 from H.264 and MJPEG Stream 2 from H.264, MPEG4 and MJPEG • Up to 15 fps at 2048 x 1944 • Built-in Web server for monitoring through Internet Explorer web browser •...
Page 12: Packing List
1.2 Packing List • • GV-CR420 x 1 Mounting Plate x 1 • • Standard Screw x 2 Plastic Screw Anchor x 2 • • Security Screw x 1 Torx Wrench x 1 • DC 12V Power Adapter x 1 •...
Page 13: System Requirements
Introduction 1.4 System Requirements To operate the camera through a web browser, make sure your PC has good network connection, and use one of the following web browsers: • Internet Explorer 7.x or later Note: If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0, additional settings are required. Refer to Settings for Internet Explorer 8 in Appendix A.
Page 14: Limitations And Optimal Installation For Face Detection
1.5 Limitations and Optimal Installation for Face Detection To make sure the face of the cardholder can be detected, follow the instructions below to install the camera reader. Installation Height: • When placed at a building gate, the camera reader should be about 1.4-1.5 meters above the ground.
Page 15: Physical Description
Introduction 1.6 Physical Description Figure 1-3 No. Name Function LED Indicator Shows the status of the reader. Lens Receives image. Microphone Receives the sound from the camera. Speaker Talks to the surveillance area from the local computer. Beeper Generates sound to signal reader status. Network status LED Indicates the network status.
Page 16: Connecting The Cables And Wires
1.7 Connecting the Cables and Wires On the back of the camera reader, you will find an Ethernet port, a power connector and pins for Wiegand and RS-485 connection. The Wiegand and RS-485 interface allows you to connect the camera reader to a GV-AS Controller. Function Ethernet Power Cable...
Page 17: Installation
Introduction 1.8 Installation After the location of the camera reader is decided, follow the steps below to install the camera reader. 1. Place the mounting plate on the wall with the oval-shaped hole toward the top. Figure 1-5 2. Mark the location of the 2 holes and the rectangle as labeled above. 3.
Page 18 7. Place camera reader on the mounting plate and thread the cables through the rectangular hole. Figure 1-7 8. Secure the security screw on the bottom. Figure 1-8...
Page 19: Chapter 2 Access Control Configurations
This chapter explains how to set up access control related functions by integrating GV- CR420 with GV-AS Controller and GV-ASManager. 1. Connecting GV-CR420 to GV-AS Controller This section explains how to connect GV-CR420 to GV-AS Controller and define the associated door. Door...
Page 20: Connecting To Gv-As Controller
2.1 Connecting to GV-AS Controller There are three ways to connect a camera reader to GV-AS Controllers: Wiegand, RS-485 and network. Below is a list of the type of connections and the number of GV-CR420 supported by different GV-AS Controller models.
Page 21: Through Wiegand Interface
2.1.1 Through Wiegand Interface Wire GV-CR420 to GV-AS Controller a. Connect a wire to the Wiegand pins of the GV-CR420 and the other end to the Wiegand interface on the controller. b. Connect a wire to the GND pin of the camera reader in addition to the existing black GND wire for power cable and connect the other end to the GND of the Wiegand interface.
Page 22 Define the door associated with GV-CR420 on the GV-AS Controller a. Access the Web interface of the GV-AS Controller. For detailed instructions, refer to the Web-Based Configurations section in the GV- AS Controller User’s Manual. b. In the left menu, click Wiegand Setting or Function Setting depending on the type of controller.
Page 23: Through Rs-485 Interface
Access Control Configurations 2.1.2 Through RS-485 Interface 1. Wire GV-CR420 to GV-AS Controller Connect a wire to the RS-485 pins of the GV-CR420 and the other end to the RS-485 interface on the controller. +12 V Wiegand D1 Wiegand D0...
Page 24 2. Define the door associated with GV-CR420 on the GV-AS Controller a. Access the Web interface of the GV-AS Controller. For detailed instructions, refer to the Web-Based Configurations section in the GV- AS Controller User’s Manual. b. In the left menu, click Extended Reader.
Page 25: Through Network Connection
Access Control Configurations 2.1.3 Through Network Connection Enable network connection to AS Controller on GV-CR420 a. Access the Web interface of the GV-CR420. Refer to Chapter 3, Establishing Network Connection. b. In the left menu, click Video Settings and select Streaming 1.
Page 26 c. Select an ID, type the barcode of the camera reader, and use the drop-down list to select the associated door. d. Click Submit and the Setting Status should turn green.
Page 27: Setting Up Gv-Asmanager
Integration with GV-ASManager allows you to utilize full access control functions. This section covers basic settings on how to add GV-AS Controller to GV-ASManager, set up an access control schedule, and receive live view from GV-CR420 on GV-ASManager. For more details on GV-ASManager functions, refer to the GV-ASManager User’s Manual.
Page 28 Note: The Controller ID is set ahead with GV-ASKeypad or Web interface. Refer to GV-AS Controller User’s Manual for details. 4. In Connection section, select the communication mode between the GV-AS Controller and GV-ASManager. • For RS-485 connection, select COM Port that is used for connection. •...
Page 29: Setting Up Access Control Schedule
Access Control Configurations 2.2.2 Setting Up Access Control Schedule Follow the steps below to set a schedule with different access modes: 1. Click the Door/Gate tab in the Controller Setup dialog box. Figure 2-11 2. In the General section, enable Set Door Info to define the general parameters for the door.
Page 30 Release Mode time. Card and PIN Code Mode: For GV-CR420, a card needs to be presented and GV- CR420 needs to be able to detect a face before access is granted. For other readers, a card and the correct pin code is required to gain access.
Page 31: Receiving Live View From Camera Reader
Click Add, select the type of the IP device, and enter its IP address and login information. • Click Search to detect all GeoVision IP devices on the same LAN. After adding the camera reader, you must click the Modify button to enter its login ID and password.
Page 32 Note: For GV-ASManager 3.0 or before, select GV-FE420 for the device type and for GV- ASManager 4.0 or later, select GV-CR420 for the device type. 4. Expand the Host folder listed in the DVR List dialog box (Figure 5-2), select a camera reader and click OK.
Page 33: Chapter 3 Establishing Network Connection
Establishing Network Connection Chapter 3 Establishing Network Connection Follow the steps below to get the camera reader working on the network: Using a standard network cable, connect the camera to your network. Using the supplied power adapter, connect to power. You can now access the Web interface of the camera reader.
Page 34: Checking The Dynamic Ip Address
3.1 Checking the Dynamic IP Address Follow the steps below to look up the IP address and access the Web interface. Note: The PC installed with GV-IP Device Utility must be under the same LAN with the camera reader you wish to configure. Install the GV-IP Device Utility program included on the Software DVD.
Page 35 Establishing Network Connection The login page appears. Figure 3-3 Type the default ID and password admin and click Apply to login.
Page 36: Assigning An Ip Address
3.2 Assigning an IP Address Follow the steps below to assign a new IP address. Note: The camera reader has a default IP address of 192.168.0.10. The computer used to set the IP address must be under the same network assigned to the unit. If your router supports the DHCP server, the camera reader will obtain a dynamic IP address from the DHCP server each time it connects to the LAN, instead of using 192.168.0.10.
Page 37 Establishing Network Connection IMPORTANT: • If Dynamic IP Address or PPPoE is enabled, you need to know which IP address the camera reader will get from the DHCP server or ISP to log in. If your camera reader in installed in a LAN, use the GV-IP Device Utility to look up its current dynamic address.
Page 38: Chapter 4 Accessing The Camera Reader
4. A video image, similar to the example in Figure 4-2, is now displayed in 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 one-time installation of GeoVision’s ActiveX component onto your computer.
Page 39: Functions Featured On The Main Page
Accessing the Camera 4.2 Functions Featured on the Main Page This section introduces the features of the Live View window and Network Status on the main page. The two features are accessible by both Administrator and Guest. Main Page of Guest Mode ▼...
Page 40: The Live View Window
4.2.1 The Live View Window Figure 4-3 No. Name Function 1 Play Plays live video. 2 Stop Stops playing video. 3 Microphone Talks to the surveillance area from the local computer. 4 Speaker Listens to the audio around the camera. 5 Snapshot Takes a snapshot of live video.
Page 41 Accessing the Camera Brings up these functions: Alarm Notify, Video and Audio Configuration, Remote Config, Show Camera Name and Image 8 Show System Menu Enhance. --- See 4.2.6 Alarm Notification, 4.2.7 Video and Audio Configuration, 4.2.8 Remote Configuration, 4.2.9 Camera Name Display and 4.2.10 Image Enhancement respectively.
Page 42: The Control Panel Of The Live View Window
4.2.2 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 left and right arrow buttons on the control panel.
Page 43 Accessing the Camera [Information] Displays the version of the camera, local time of the local computer, host time of the camera, and the number of users logging in to the camera. [Video] Displays the current video codec, resolution and data. [Audio] Displays the audio data rates when the microphone and speaker devices are enabled.
Page 44 Brightness: Adjusts the brightness of the image. Contrast: Adjusts the relative differences between one pixel and the next. Saturation: Adjusts the saturation of the image. Sharpness: Adjusts the sharpness of the image. Gamma: Adjusts the relative proportions of bright and dark areas. White balance: The camera automatically adjusts the color to be closest to the image you are viewing.
Page 45: Snapshot Of A Live Video
Accessing the Camera 4.2.3 Snapshot of a Live Video To take a snapshot of live video, follow these steps: 1. Click the Snapshot button (No. 5, Figure 4-3). The Save As dialog box appears. 2. Specify Save in, type the File name, and select JPEG or BMP as Save as Type. You may also choose whether to display the name and date stamps on the image.
Page 46: Picture-In-Picture And Picture-And-Picture View
4.2.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View Two types of close-up views are available to provide clear and detailed images of the surveillance area: Picture-in-Picture (PIP) and Picture-and Picture (PAP). After entering the live view window, the image is displayed in PIP mode by default. 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.
Page 47 Accessing the Camera 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 4-8 Right-click the live view and select PAP. Three inset windows appear at the bottom. Draw a navigation box on the image, and this selected area is immediately reflected in one inset window.
Page 48: Alarm Notification
4.2.6 Alarm Notification After motion detection, you can be alerted by a pop-up live video and view up to four captured images. Captured Images Pop-up live video Figure 4-9 To configure this function, click the Show System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 4-3), and select Alarm Notify.
Page 49 Accessing the Camera I/O Alarm Notify: This function is not supported on GV-CR420. Alert Sound: Activates the computer alarm on motion detection. Auto Snapshot: The snapshot of live video is taken every 5 seconds upon motion detection. • File Path: Assigns a file path to save the snapshots.
Page 50: Video And Audio Configuration
4.2.7 Video and Audio Configuration You can enable the microphone and speaker for two-way audio communication and adjust the number of frames to keep for live view buffer. Click the Show System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 4-3), and select Video and Audio Configuration.
Page 51: Remote Configuration
Accessing the Camera 4.2.8 Remote Configuration You can upgrade firmware over the network in Remote Configuration. Click the Show System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 4-3), 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 6 Advanced Applications.
Page 52: Network Status
4.2.11 Network Status To view the network status, in the left menu, click Network and select Status. Figure 4-14...
Page 53: Chapter 5 Administrator Mode
Administrator Mode Chapter 5 Administrator Mode The Administrator can access system configuration through the network. The following configuration categories are available: Video and Motion, Events and Alerts, Monitoring, Network and Management. Figure 5-1...
Page 54 List of Menu Options Find the topic of interest by referring to the section number prefixed to each option. 5.1.1 Video Settings 5.1.2 Motion Detection 5.1 Video and Motion 5.1.3 Privacy Mask 5.1.4 Text Overlay 5.1.5 Tampering Alarm 5.2.1 Email 5.2.2 FTP 5.2.3 Center V2 5.2 Events and Alerts...
Page 55: Video & Motion
Administrator Mode 5.1 Video & Motion This section includes the video image settings and how the images can be managed by using Motion Detection, Privacy Mask, Text Overlay, and Tampering Alarm.
Page 56: Video Settings
5.1.1 Video Settings...
Page 57 Administrator Mode Figure 5-2 [Name] Rename the video stream. The camera name will appear on the Live View. To display the name of the video stream on the Live View window, see 4.2.10 Camera Name Display. [Connection Template] Select the type of your network connection. The recommended video resolution, frame rate, bandwidth and GOP size for each connection type will automatically be selected unless Customized is selected.
Page 58 [Bandwidth Management] When using H.264, you can select constant bitrate or variable birate to control the bandwidth usage. VBR (Variable Bitrate): The quality of the video stream is kept as constant as possible at the cost of a varying bitrate. The bandwidth is used much more efficiently than a comparable CBR.
Page 59 Administrator Mode Sensitivity: Select a sensitivity level for face detection. Enable card and face mode: Select this option to require a card to be presented and a face to be detected before access is granted. Enable network connection to AS Controller: Select to enable the camera reader to connect to GV-AS Controller through network.
Page 60: Motion Detection
5.1.2 Motion Detection Motion detection is used to generate an alarm whenever movement occurs in the video image. You can configure up to 8 areas with different sensitivity values for motion detection. Figure 5-3 The motion detection function is disabled by default. Follow the steps below to set up and enable motion detection.
Page 61: Privacy Mask
Administrator Mode 5.1.3 Privacy Mask 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 locations where displays, keyboard sequences (e.g. passwords), and confidential information might be visible. Figure 5-4 1.
Page 62: Text Overlay
5.1.4 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. Figure 5-5 1.
Page 63: Tampering Alarm
Administrator Mode 5.1.5 Tampering Alarm The Tampering Alarm is used to detect when the camera is being physically tampered with. An e-mail alert can be generated when the camera is moved, covered up, or out of focus. To enable the tampering alarm, first enable the e-mail setting and select Tampering Alarm. See 5.2.1 E-Mail.
Page 64: Events & Alerts
5.2 Events & Alerts The Administrator can set up the following alert methods to receive notifications when motion is detected or when the camera is tampered with. 1. Send a captured still image by e-mail or FTP. 2. Notify Center Monitoring Station, Center V2 or VSM, by video or text alerts. To activate the above alert methods, you must set the following functions in advance: •...
Page 65 Administrator Mode To enable the e-mail functions: 1. Select Enable to set up e-mail notifications. 2. Server URL/IP Address: Type the SMTP Server’s URL address or IP address. 3. Server Port: Type the SMTP Server’s port number. Or keep the default value 25. 4.
Page 66: Ftp
5.2.2 FTP You can also send the captured still image to a remote FTP server for alerts. Figure 5-9 To enable the FTP functions: 1. Select Enable to set up the FTP function. 2. Server URL/IP Address: Type the URL address or IP address of the FTP Server. 3.
Page 67 Administrator Mode Important: To send FTP alert upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page. For details, see 5.1.2 Motion Detection.
Page 68: Center V2
5.2.3 Center V2 After a motion detection event, the central monitoring station Center V2 can be notified by live videos and text alerts. For the live monitoring through Center V2, you must already have a subscriber account on Center V2. The camera can connect with up to two Center V2. Important: To notify the Center V2 Server upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page.
Page 69 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 8.1 Center V2.
Page 70: Vsm
5.2.4 VSM After a motion detection event, the central monitoring station VSM can get notified by text alerts. For the live monitoring through VSM, you must already have a subscriber account on VSM. The camera can be connected with up to two VSM. Important: To notify the VSM upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page.
Page 71 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 8.2 VSM.
Page 72: Video Gateway / Recording Server
5.2.5 Video Gateway / Recording Server The GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server is a video streaming server 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.
Page 73 Administrator Mode 1. Activate Link: Enable the connection to the 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. 3. Port Number: Match the communication port on the GV-Video Gateway / GV- Recording Server or keep the default value 50000.
Page 74: Rtsp
5.2.6 RTSP The RTSP Server enables RTSP protocol for video streaming. Figure 5-13 Activate Link: Enable the RTSP protocol. 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.
Page 75: Monitoring
Administrator Mode 5.3 Monitoring To receive email and FTP alert, click Start to activate e-mail and FTP alert. Figure 5-14...
Page 76: Network
5.4 Network The Network section includes some basic but important network configurations that enable the camera to be connected to a TCP/IP network. 5.4.1 LAN According to your network environment, select among Static IP, DHCP and PPPoE. Figure 5-15 [LAN Configuration] Dynamic IP address: The network environment has a DHCP server which will automatically assign a dynamic IP address to the camera.
Page 77 Administrator Mode Static IP address: Assign a static IP or fixed IP to the camera. Type the camera’s IP address, Subnet Mask, Router/Gateway, Primary DNS server and Secondary DNS server. Parameters Default IP address 192.168.0.10 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Router/Gateway 192.168.0.1 Primary DNS server 192.168.0.1 Secondary DNS server...
Page 78: Advanced Tcp/Ip
5.4.2 Advanced TCP/IP This section introduces the advanced TCP/IP settings, including DDNS Server, HTTP port, streaming port, UPnP and QoS.
Page 79 2. Service Provider: Select the DDNS service provider you have registered with. 3. Host Name: Type the host name used to link to the camera. For users of GeoVision DDNS Server, it is unnecessary to fill the field because the system will detect the host name automatically.
Page 80 [HTTP Port Settings] The HTTP port enables connecting the camera to the web. For security integration, the Administrator can hide the server from the general HTTP port by changing the default HTTP port of 80 to a different port number within the range of 1024 through 65535. [HTTPS Settings] By enabling the HTTPS settings, you can access the camera through a secure protocol.
Page 81: Ip Filtering
Administrator Mode 5.4.3 IP Filtering The Administrator can set IP filtering to restrict access to the camera. Figure 5-17 To enable the IP Filter function: 1. Enable IP Filtering: Enable the IP Filtering function. 2. Filtered IP: Type the IP address you want to restrict the access. 3.
Page 82: Snmp Setting
5.4.4 SNMP Setting The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) allows you to monitor the status of the camera with SNMP network management software. Figure 5-18 To set up the SNMP settings: 1. Select Enable SNMPv1 SNMPv2c to enable the function. 2.
Page 83: Management
Administrator Mode 5.5 Management The Management section includes the settings of data and time, GPS maps, and user account. Also you can view the firmware version and execute certain system operations. 5.5.1 Date and Time Settings The date and time settings are used for date and time stamps on the image. Figure 5-19...
Page 84 [Date & Time on 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.
Page 85: Gps Maps Settings
Administrator Mode 5.5.2 GPS Maps Settings The Maps Settings allows you to see the location of your camera on Google maps, without a GPS device. To see the location of your camera on maps: 1. It is required to sign up for a Google Maps API key before using the Google Maps. Click Link to the Google Maps API.
Page 86 4. Click Open. A warning message appears. Figure 5-22 5. Right-click the warning message and select Allow Blocked Content. The map is displayed. The icon indicates the location of your camera. At the upper right corner you have options to view different map formats, such as Satellite and Hybrid. Figure 5-23...
Page 87: User Account
Administrator Mode 5.5.3 User Account You can change the login name and password of Administrator and Guest. • The default Administrator login name and password are admin. • The default Guest login name and password are guest. • To allow a Guest user to log in without entering name and password, select Disable authentication for guest account.
Page 88: Log Information
5.5.4 Log Information The log information contains dump data that is used by service personnel for analyzing problems. Figure 5-25...
Page 89: Tools
Administrator Mode 5.5.5 Tools This section allows you to execute certain system operations and view the firmware version. Figure 5-26 [Host Settings] Type a descriptive name for the camera. [Auto Reboot Setup] Select Enable to activate automatic reboot and specify the time for reboot in the sub fields.
Page 90 [Firmware Update] This field displays the firmware version of the camera. [System Settings] Clicking the Load Default button will restore the camera to factory default settings. Note: After applying the default function, you will need to configure the camera’s network setting again. [Reboot] Clicking the Reboot button will make the camera perform software reset.
Page 91: Chapter 6 Advanced Applications
This chapter introduces more advanced applications. 6.1 Upgrading System Firmware GeoVision periodically releases the updated firmware on the website. The new firmware can be simply loaded into the camera using the Web interface or the IP Device Utility included on the Software DVD.
Page 92: Using The Web Interface
6.1.1 Using the Web Interface 1. In the Live View window, click the Show System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 4-3) and select Remote Config. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-1 2. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer. 3.
Page 93: Using The Ip Device Utility
Advanced Applications 6.1.2 Using the IP Device Utility The IP Device Utility provides a direct way to upgrade the firmware for multiple cameras. Note the computer used to upgrade firmware must be under the same network of the camera. 1. Insert the Software DVD, select IP Device Utility, and follow the onscreen instructions to install the program.
Page 94 5. Click the Firmware Upgrade tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-4 6. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer. 7. If you like to upgrade all cameras of the same model in the list, check Upgrade all devices.
Page 95: Backing Up And Restoring Settings
Advanced Applications 6.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings With the IP Device Utility included on the Software DVD, you can back up the configurations in the camera, and restore the backup data to the current unit or import it to another unit. 6.2.1 Backing Up the Settings 1.
Page 96: Restoring The Settings
6.2.2 Restoring the Settings 1. In Figure 6-3, click the Import Settings tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-6 2. Click the Browse button to locate the exported file (.dat). 3. Select Upgrade all devices to apply the settings to all devices of the same model in the same LAN.
Page 97: Restoring To Factory Default Settings
Advanced Applications 6.3 Restoring to Factory Default Settings You can restore the camera to factory default settings using the Web interface or directly on the camera. To restore to default settings using the Web interface: 1. In the left menu, select Management and select Tools. 2.
Page 98: Verifying Watermark
6.4 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 its creation. Watermarking ensures that an image is not edited or damaged after it is recorded. To enable the watermark function, see [Watermark], 4.1.1 Video Settings.
Page 99: The Watermark Proof Window
Advanced Applications 6.4.3 The Watermark Proof Window Figure 6-7 The controls in the window: No. Name Description Open File Opens the recorded file. 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.
Page 100: Chapter 7 Dvr Configurations
Chapter 7 DVR Configurations The GV-System provides a hybrid solution, integrating the digital videos from IP cameras with other analog videos. For digital videos, the GV-System provides complete video management, such as video viewing, recording, playback, alert settings and almost every feature of the system.
Page 101 DVR Configurations The hardware compression and the “Pre-Recording Using RAM” feature cannot work on the videos from the camera reader. TCP/ IP Camera Reader GV-System with 32-channel Display Camera Reader Figure 7-1...
Page 102: Accessing Camera View
7.1 Accessing Camera View To set up the camera reader and receive live view on the GV-System, follow these steps: On the main screen, click the Configure button, select System Configure, select Camera Install and click IP Camera Install. This dialog box appears. Figure 7-2 •...
Page 103 Figure 7-3 Type the IP address, username and password of the camera. Modify the default HTTP port if necessary. Select GeoVision from the Brand drop-down list and select the model from the Device drop-down list. This dialog box appears. Figure 7-4 Click Query to acquire the information from the camera reader.
Page 104 Click the listed camera reader and select Display position to map the IP camera to a channel on the GV-System. Figure 7-5 The Statue column should display “Connected”. Click OK.
Page 105: Customizing The Basic Settings
DVR Configurations 7.1.1 Customizing the Basic Settings After the camera reader is connected and assigned with a display position, you can configure the camera reader’s settings such as frame rate, codec type and resolution. Right-click the desired camera reader to see the following list of options: Figure 7-6 Remote Camera Setting: Accesses the configuration interface of the connected device.
Page 106 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 MJPEG, MPEG4, H.264 codec. Automatically Adjust DST: If enabled, the time on the GV-IP device Web interface will be synchronized with the time of the GV-System when DST period starts or ends on the GV-System.
Page 107: Receiving Card Numbers On Gv-System
DVR Configurations 7.2 Receiving Card Numbers on GV-System For GV-System to receive card numbers from the camera reader and overlay the data on live view, a physical connection between GV-System and the camera reader is required. Live view, on the other hand, is sent from the camera reader to GV-System through network connection.
Page 108 Insert the software DVD and the Install Program window will pop up automatically. Select Install GeoVision USB Devices Driver. In the GeoVision USB Driver Installer window that appears, select Install. Go back to the Install Program window, and select Run GV-RK1352 Config Utility.
Page 109: Overlaying Card Numbers On Live View
DVR Configurations 7.2.2 Overlaying Card Numbers on Live View To receive cardholder data on GV-System, connect the camera reader to GV-COM, GV-Hub or GV-NET/IO Card V3.1 through RS-485 interface and then connect the GV-COM, GV-Hub or GV-NET/IO Card V3.1 to the computer using a USB cable or RS-232 cable. Refer to Figure 7-7.
Page 110 On the main page, the card number will now be overlaid on the live view when a card is presented. To adjust how the text is overlaid, refer to the POS Data Overlay section in DVR User’s Manual for more details.
Page 111: Chapter 8 Cms Configurations
CMS Configurations Chapter 8 CMS Configurations This section introduces settings on connecting the camera reader in the central monitoring stations Center V2, VSM and Dispatch Server. 8.1 Center V2 The Center V2 can monitor and manage the camera reader. TCP/ IP GV-Camera Reader Video Data Text Data...
Page 112 • To set the appropriate port for camera reader connection, click the Preference Settings button, select System Configure, click the Network tab, and check Accept connections from GV-Compact DVR, Video Server & IP Cam. Keep the default port 5551 for the Port 2 option, or modify it to match the Center V2 port on the camera reader.
Page 113 CMS Configurations 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. Post Motion: Specify the duration of the camera view remaining on the monitoring window after motion stops.
Page 114: Vsm
8.2 VSM The VSM can monitor and manage the camera reader. TCP/ IP GV-Camera Reader Text Data GV-Camera Reader Figure 8-4 To set the appropriate port for camera reader connection, 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 reader.
Page 115: Dispatch Server
CMS Configurations 8.3 Dispatch Server The Dispatch Server minimizes overloading of Center V2 Servers by re-distributing camera reader subscribers to the least busy Center V2 Server. TCP/ IP Center V2 GV-Camera Reader Video Data Text Data Dispatch Server GV-Camera Reader Center V2 Figure 8-6 To set the appropriate port connecting to the camera reader, click the Server Setting button...
Page 116: Chapter 9 Mobile Phone Connection
Using iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad or Android Smartphones, you can now remotely connect to the camera reader to remotely watch live view and take snapshots The latest information on GeoVision mobile applications is available at http://www.geovision.com.tw/english/5_4.asp 9.1 GV-Eye / GV-Eye HD for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad GV-Eye / GV-Eye HD allows you to connect to the camera reader from your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad.
Page 117: Installing Gv-Eye / Gv-Eye Hd
Mobile Phone Connection 9.1.1 Installing GV-Eye / GV-Eye HD You can download GV-Eye / GV-Eye HD from App Store and install the application. The GV-Eye / GV-Eye HD icon will appear on the desktop. GV-Eye icon on iPhone / iPod Touch GV-Eye HD icon on iPad Figure 9-1 9.1.2 Connecting to the Camera Reader...
Page 118 Frame rate (fps) Figure 9-4 The buttons below are available when the iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad is positioned vertically. Icon Name Function Snapshot Saves the current image in the mobile device. I/O Device This function does not apply to GV-CR420.
Page 119: Gv-Eye For Android Smartphone And Tablet
Mobile Phone Connection 9.2 GV-Eye for Android Smartphone and Tablet With GV-Eye for Android, you can connect to camera reader using Android version 2.2 – 4.0 to remotely watch live view and take snapshots. System Requirements Handheld Device View GV-Eye V1.0.0 for Android Smartphones & Tablets OS Supported Android version 2.2 –...
Page 120: Connecting To Camera Reader
9.2.2 Connecting to Camera Reader To connect to the camera reader, follow these steps: 1. Tap the GV-Eye icon on the main page. 2. Tap the Menu button to access the following functions. Figure 9-6 Add the connection information of an IP device to the address book. Delete all entries in the address book.
Page 121: Accessing Live View
Name Function Snapshot Saves the current image in the mobile device. Dual Stream This function does not apply to GV-CR420. Screen division This function does not apply to GV-CR420. Enables or disables the audio function. G.711 and G.723 Audio audio codec are supported.
Page 122: Specifications
Image Format 1/2" Diagonal Angle of View Horizontal 180° Vertical Focus None Operation Zoom None Iris Fixed Note: Although GV-CR420 supports day / night function, they are not equipped with an IR- cut filter and therefore cannot work with infrared illuminators.
Page 123: Operation
Specifications Operation Video Compression H.264, MPEG4, MJPEG Stream 1 from H.264 and MJPEG Video Streaming Stream 2 from H.264, MPEG4 and MJPEG Video Resolution 2048 x 1944 Frame Rate 15 fps at 2048 x 1944 Brightness, Contrast, Sharpness, Saturation, Gamma, Image Setting White Balance, Flicker-less, Backlight Compensation, Image Orientation, Shutter Speed, Day / Night...
Page 124: Reader
13.56 MHz for ISO14443A Frequency (Mifare DESFire, Mifare Plus and Mifare Class) Wiegand Interface Wiegand 26 bit, distance 30 m / 98.43 ft RS-485 9,600 bps, connect up to 8 GV-CR420 units Red, Green and Blue LED Beeper Buzzer General Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 40 °C / 32 °F ~ 104 °F...
Page 125: Applications
Specifications Applications Network Storage GV-NVR, GV-System, GV-Recording Server GV-Eye / GV-Eye HD for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad, Mobile Phone support GV-Eye for Android Live Viewing IE, GV-Multi View CMS Server Support GV-Control Center, GV-Center V2, GV-VSM All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Page 126: Appendix
Appendix A. Settings for Internet Explore 8 If you use Internet Explorer 8, 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. Disable Only allow approved domains to use ActiveX without prompt.
Page 127: Rtsp Protocol Support
Appendix B. RTSP Protocol Support The camera reader can support RTSP protocol for both video and audio streaming. If you are using Quick Time player, use the following RTSP command: rtsp://<IP of the camera reader>:8554/<CH No.>.sdp For example, rtsp://192.168.3.111:8554/CH001.sdp If you are using VLC player, use the following RTSP command: rtsp://<ID>:<Password>@<IP of the camera reader>:8554/<CH No.>.sdp For example, rtsp://admin:admin@192.168.3.111:8554/CH001.sdp Note:...

GeoVision GV-CR420 User Manual

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Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Access Control Configurations

Chapter 3 Establishing Network Connection

Chapter 4 Accessing the Camera Reader

Chapter 5 Administrator Mode

Chapter 6 Advanced Applications

Chapter 7 DVR Configurations

Chapter 8 CMS Configurations

Chapter 9 Mobile Phone Connection

Specifications

Appendix

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