Connecting With Multicast - GeoVision GV-Recording Server User Manual

7.3 Connecting with Multicast

The Multicast view allows you to receive video and audio streams from a multicast group.
You will need to first enable the multicast function as described in 5.3.5 Video Gateway.
You can install Multicast from the Software DVD or download it from the Web interface of
GV-Recording Server. In the left menu, click Advanced Query and in the window that pops
up, select Utility Download. Click the Download button of GVMulticastSetup to download
the program. After downloading the program, open the zipped file and run the program.
1. The host(s) in the multicast group is displayed automatically on the host list. If you
cannot see any host displayed, click the Configure button, select General Setup,
select Multicast and ensure the relevant IP address, port number and network card are
correctly configured.
2. Expand the Host folder and drag the desired cameras to the screen for display. If the
host has already set a password, you will be promoted to enter it at this step.
3. To receive audio broadcasting, first ensure a speaker is properly installed on the local
computer. Then click the Configure button, select General Setup, select Receive
broadcast audio, and ensure the broadcast IP address and port number are correctly
configured.
4. To save the current settings of screen division and camera display for future use, click
the Configure button, select Video List Setup, and select Export. You can also select
Import to apply the pre-defined settings.
Note: Using Multicast, you can only connect to GV-Recording Server under LAN.
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Configure Button
Host List