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  • Page 1 GV-IP Camera Firmware Manual Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. ICH265HISIV122-A...
  • Page 2 GeoVision. Every effort has been made to ensure that the info rmation in this manual is accurate. GeoVision, Inc. makes no expressed or implied warranty of any kind and assumes no respons ibility for errors or omissions. No...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents   Notice .................vi   Creating GV-IP Camera’s Login Creden tials....vii   Note for Connecting to GV-DVR / NVR / VMS ..... viii   Note for Recording ............ix   ote for GV-EVD5100 / EFD5101 / EBL5 101....x  ...
  • Page 4   3.2.9 Camera Name Display..........43   3.2.10 Image Enhancement ..........43   3.2.11 Visual PTZ ..............44   3.2.12 Digital PTZ ..............47   3.2.13 I/O Control..............  3.2.14 Visual Automation ............. 50   3.2.15 Network Status............
  • Page 5 4.4 Monitoring ................107 4.4.1 Monitoring Settings for GV-EBL2101 / 2 111 / 3101 ....110 4.5 Recording Schedule .............. 111 4.5.1 Recording Schedule Settings..........111 4.5.2 I/O Monitoring Settings............4.6 Remote ViewLog..............113 4.7 Network................... 114 4.7.1 LAN Configuration...............113 4.7.2 Wireless Client Mode ......
  • Page 6 Chapter 5 Recording and Playback ......150 5.1 Recording ................151 5.2 Playback ................. 152 5.2.1 Playback from the Memory Card.........152 5.2.2 Playback over Network ............158 5.2.3 Access to the Recorded Files through F TP Server .....159 5.2.4 Playback of Daylight Saving Time Events ......160 Chapter 6 Advanced Applications ..
  • Page 7 Chapter 8 CMS Configurations........194 8.1 Center V2 ................194 8.2 Vital Sign Monitor ..............197 8.3 Dispatch Server ..............198 Chapter 9 Smart Device Connection......200 Appendix.................201 A. Settings for Internet Explorer 8..........201 B.

  • Page 8: Notice

    Notice The GV-IPCAM has a variety of models designed to meet different needs. The features described in the manual vary am ong camera models and versions. Some features may not be available in your camera. Note: To upgrade the camera firmware from V2.07 o r earlier to the latest version, ba ck up the files in the camera’s storage device first before...

  • Page 9: Creating Gv-Ip Camera's Login Credentials

    Creating GV-IP Camera’s Login Credentials The default Admi nistrator and Guest accounts are not supported by GV-IPCAM H.265 Firmware V1.14 or later. When purchasing new cameras or afte r resetting them, you need to set up a login username and passwo rd for the cameras.

  • Page 10: Note For Connecting To Gv-Dvr / Nvr / Vms

    Note for Connecting to GV-DVR / NVR / VMS The GV-IPCAM is designed to work with GV-DVR / NVR / VMS, a video management system. Note the following when the camera is connected to GV-DVR / NVR / VMS: By default, the images are recorded to the m emory card inserted in the GV-IPCAM (except for GV-IR Arcti c Box Camera, which is not...

  • Page 11: Note For Recording

    Note for Recording By default, the images are recorded to the mem ory card inserted in the GV-IP Camera (except for GV-IR Arctic Box C amera, which is not equip ped with a memory card slot). Make sure the Write recording data into local storage option (see 3.1 .1 Video Settings) is enabled.

  • Page 12: Note F Or Gv-Evd5100 / Efd5101 / Ebl5101

    Note f or GV-EVD5100 / EFD5101 / EBL5101 When the re solution is set at 2592 x 1944: If the camera is switched to single stream ( while stream two is deselected) and Noise Reduction is disab led, the frame rate can reach up to 30 FPS.

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction The GV-IPCAM series offers a comprehensive range of IP cameras for IP surveillance in various environmental conditions 1.1 Sy stem Requirement To perform the cameras’ operations through Web browser, ensure your PC is in good network connection, and use one of the following Web brow sers: •...
  • Page 14 Chapter 2 Getting Sta rted This section provides the basic c onfigurations of the GV-IPCAM. 2.1 Accessing the Live View When the camera is connected to a network with a D HCP server, it will be automatically assigned with a dynamic IP addres s.

  • Page 15: Cha Pter 2 Getting Started

    Getting Started 2.1.1 Checking the Dynamic IP Address Follow the steps below to look up the IP address and access the Web interface. Install the GV-IP Device Ut ility program from the company website Note: The PC installed with GV-IP Device Utilit y must be as the same LAN with the came ra you wish to configure.
  • Page 16 The login page appears. Figure 2-2 Type the default ID and password admin and click Apply to log in. Note: For GV-IPCAM H.265 firmware V1.14 or later, the default Administrator and Guest accounts are no longer supported.

  • Page 17: Configuring The Ip Address

    Getting Started 2.1.2 Configuring the IP Address Follow the steps below to configure the IP ad dress. Open your Web browser, and type the default IP address http://192.168.0.10. In both Login and Password fields, type the default value admin. Click Apply. In the left menu, select Network and then LAN to begin the network settings.
  • Page 18 IMPORTANT: If Dynamic IP Address or PPPoE is enabled , you need to know which IP address the camera will get from D HCP server or ISP to log in. If your camera is installed in the LAN, use the GV-IP Device Utility to look up its current dynamic IP address.

  • Page 19: Configuring The Wireless Connec Tion

    Getting Started 2.1.3 Configuring the Wireless Con nection All models suppo rting wireless connection require GV-WiFi Adaptor except for GV-CAW and GV-CBW models, which co me with built-in wireless modules. To set up the wireless LAN for the first time, power on and connect a standard network cable to the camera.
  • Page 20 D. Select the Authentication Type using the drop-down list. You can also obtain this information by clicking t he Access Point Survey button. E. Type the WPA-PSK Pre-shared Key or WEP depending on the encryption setting for the Access Point. F.
  • Page 21 Getting Started Enable wireless LAN. A. On the Web interface, select Network and LAN. This page appears. Figure 2-5 B. Select Wireless for Optional Network Type. C. To use a dynamic IP address assigned by the DHCP server, select Dynamic IP address. To use a fixed IP address, select Static IP address and type the IP address information.
  • Page 22 Click Apply. The Camera will start creating a wireless connection to the access point. Note: For GV-CAW120 /220, the LAN LED turns blue when the connection is established. Unplug the Ethernet cable.

  • Page 23: Adjusting Image Clarity

    Getting Started 2.2 Adjusting Image Clarity Note the procedures described in this section only apply to the cameras that allow manual focus adjustment. To adjust focu s of a PTZ camera, refer to Focus Adjustment in corresponding Quick Guide; for Cube Camera and Advanced Cube Camera, refer to Camera Adjustment 3.2.2 The Control P anel on the Live View Window.
  • Page 24 Select Focus Value. The Login dialog box ap pears. Type t he user name and password of the camera selected. The default is admin for both user name and password. This window appears. Figure 2-7 For IK10+ models (GV-VD120D / 121D / 220D / 221D / 320D / 321D / 1500 / 2400 / 2500 / 3400 / 1530 / 2430 / 2530 / 3430 / 4711 / 5711), hold the supplied Focus Adjustment Cap over the camera view.
  • Page 25 Getting Started For Target Mini Fixed Dome and Target Mini Fixed Rugged Dome, hold the camera cover close to the lens and use the supplied focus adjustment tool for precise focus adjustment. Focus Adjustment Ring Figure 2-8 For Mini Fixed Dome and Mini Fixed Rugged D ome, hold the camera cover close to the lens for precise focus adjustment.

  • Page 26: Using Focus Adjustment Cap

    2.2.1 Using Focus Adjustment Cap The Focus Adjustment Cap is only supplied for IK10+ models (GV- VD120D / 121D / 220D / 22 1D / 320D / 321D / 1500 / 2400 / 2500 / 3400 / 1530 / 2430 / 2530 / 3430 / 4711 / 5711).

  • Page 27: Locations Of Adjustment Screws

    Getting Started 2.2.2 Locations of Adjustment Screws Models Adjustment Screws Zoom Screw Focus Screw Box Camera Zoom Screw Focus Screw Bullet Camera Focus Screw Zoom Screw Vandal Proof IP Dome Focus Screw Zoom Screw Fixed IP Dome...
  • Page 28 Models Adjustment Screws GV-MFD3401 / 5301 Focus Ring Lens Screw GV-MDR320 Focus Ring GV-MDR1500 / 3400 GV-VD3700 / 5700...
  • Page 29 Getting Started Note: The adjustment screws of Box Camera may vary for different models. To focus GV-MFD and GV-MDR, loosen the lens screw first and slowly adjust the focus ring. Some models may need a T6 screw driver to loosen the camera lens. If you have a problem of obtaining this type of screw driver, please contact our overseas offices for further assistance.

  • Page 30: Configuring The Basics

    2.3 Configuring the Basics Once the camera is properly installed, the follow ing important features can be configured using the browser-based config uration pages and are discussed in the following sections in this manual: • Date and time adjustment: see 4.8.1 Date & Ti me Settings.

  • Page 31: Chapter 3 Accessing The Camera

    Accessing the Camera Chapter 3 Accessin g the Camera Two types of users are allowed to log on to the GV-IPCAM: Administrator and Guest. The Administrator has full access to all system configurations, while the Guest can only ac cess the live view (except the Camera Adjustment settings) and ne twork status.
  • Page 32 ActiveX Contro ls and perform a once- only installation of GeoVision’s ActiveX component onto your computer. The default Administrator and Guest accounts are no longer supported by GV-IPCAM H.265 Firmware V1.14 or later.

  • Page 33: Functions Featured On The Main Page

    Accessing the Camera 3.2 Functions Featured on the Main Page This section introduces the featur es 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 34: The Live View Window

    3.2.1 The Live View Window Internet E xplorer When accessing the live view using Internet Explorer, the following window appears. Figure 3-3A...
  • Page 35 Accessing the Camera 12 13 Figure 3-3B...
  • Page 36 No. Name Function 1 Play Plays live video. 2 Stop Stops playing video. Broadcasts to the surveilla nce site from a remote PC. Note this f unction is not available for Ultra Bullet Camera a nd Target Series. For Cube Camera and Ad vanced Cube 3 Microphon Camera, you can click th...
  • Page 37 Accessing the Camera No. Name Function Displays the camera in formation, video settings, audio data rate , I/O device status, images captured upon alarm, an d GPS Control P anel location of the camera . Also allows you to adjust image quality an d install the program from the hard drive.
  • Page 38 No. Name Function Click to sound the alarm and/or adjust its volume. To sound the ala rm upon motion or tampering 13 Alarm Speaker events, see 4.3.9 Speaker for setup steps. Note this function is only available for Advanced Cube Camera.
  • Page 39 Accessing the Camera Non-IE Browsers When accessing the live view using Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari, this window appears. Note the following functions are not supported on non-IE browsers: Motion Detection, Tampering Alarm, Visual Automation, Text Overlay and Two-Way Aud Note: Non-IE browsers do not support OCX plugin, so the smoothness of the live view is obstructed.

  • Page 40: The Control Panel Of The Live View Window

    3.2.2 The Control Panel of the Live Vie w Window To open the control panel of the Live View window, click the arrow button on top of the window. You can access the following functions by using the right and left arrow buttons on the control panel. Click the right and left arrow buttons to change Click the arrow button to...
  • Page 41 Accessing the Camera [Alarm Notify] Displays the captured images by sensor triggers and motion detection. For this function to work, you ha ve to configure the Alarm Notification settings first. See 3.2.6 Alarm No tification. [Camera Adjustment] Allows you to adjust the image quality settings.
  • Page 42 Note: For GV-IPCAM H.265 firmware V1.14 or later, the function of Flicker is listed in Video Signal Type, 4.1 .1 Video Settings. Image Orientation: Changes the image orie ntation on the Live View window. Slowest Shutter Speed: Shutter speed cont rols the amount of the lights enters the image sensor and directly im pacts the quality of...
  • Page 43 Accessing the Camera D/N: Select Auto for automatic switch between da y mode and night mode depending on the amount of light detecte d. Select Black and white to switch the camera to night mode. Sele ct Color to switch the camera to day mode.
  • Page 44 cus Change: Click the Focus In and Focus Out buttons to adjust the focus. To focus automatically, cli ck the Auto Focus button. Focus Mode: Select Normal Scan, Regional S can or Full Scan and then click the Start button to automatically adjust the camera focus.
  • Page 45 Accessing the Camera Figure 3-5B Figure 3-5C Figure 3-5A...
  • Page 46 Note: For GV-PTZ010D, Brightness, Contrast , Saturation, , Wide Dynamic Sharpness, D/N, Slowest Shutter Speed Range and Defog are not available. Zoom, Focus Change, Focus Mode and Da y Night Focus settings are o nly available for models with motorized varifocal lens.

  • Page 47: Snapshot Of Live Video

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.3 Snapshot of Live Video To take a snapshot of live video, follow these steps: Click the Snapshot button (No. 5, Figure 3-3) . The Save As dialog box appears. Specify Save in, type the File name, and select JPEG or BMP as Save as Type.

  • Page 48: Picture-In-Picture And Picture-And-Picture View

    3.2.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-an d-Picture View The full screen mode provides two types of close-up views: Picture-in- Picture (PIP) and Pic ture-and Picture (PAP). The two views are useful to provide clear and detailed images of the survei llance 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.
  • Page 49 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 3-7 Right-click the live view and select PAP. A ro w of three inset windows appears at the bottom.
  • Page 50 Set Color of Focus Area: Changes the color of the box frames. To delete a navigation box, right-click the desired box, select Focus Area of PAP Mode and click Delete. To exit the PAP view, right-click the image and click PAP again.

  • Page 51: Alarm Notification

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.6 Alarm Notification After input triggers and motion detection, you can be alerted by a pop-up live video and view up to four captured images. Figure 3-8 To configure this function, click the Show System Menu button (No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select Alarm Notify.
  • Page 52 I/O Alarm Notify: Once the input device is trigg ered, the captured images are displayed on th e control panel of the Live View window. For this function to work, the Administrator n eeds to install the input device properly. See 4.2.1 Input Setting. Alert Sound: Activates the computer alarm on motion and input- triggered detection.

  • Page 53: Video And Audio Configuration

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.7 Video and Audio Configurat You can enable the microphone and speaker for tw o-way audio communication and adjust the audio volume. To change audio configuration, click the Show System Menu butto n (No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select Video and Audio Configuration.
  • Page 54 Audio Configure: You can enable the microphone and speaker, and adjust the audio volume Figure 3-11...

  • Page 55: Remote Configuration

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.8 Remote Configuration You can upgrade firmware over the network. Click the Show System Menu button (No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select Remot e Config. The Remote Config dialog box will appear. [Firmware Upgrade] In th is tab, you can upgrade the firmware over the Internet.

  • Page 56: Visual Ptz

    3.2.11 Visual PTZ Note this feature is only available in PTZ Camera and PT Camera. The Visual PTZ provides two types of PTZ control panels on live images for easy and direct PTZ operation. Activating Visual PTZ Click the PTZ Control button (No.
  • Page 57 Accessing the Camera Figure 3-14 The Visual PTZ Panel provides the following features: Name Description Shortens the apparent distance between the Zoom In camera and the view. Lengthens the app rent distance between the Zoom Out camera and the view. Focus In Adjusts the sharpness of the camera view.
  • Page 58 Setting Visual PTZ Panel Click the .button on the top left corner and select Visual PTZ, the following options will appear. PTZ Control Type: Two types of visual PTZ control panels are available. Type 1: Appears only when a movement of the cursor is detected and disappears when it is static.

  • Page 59: Digital Ptz

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.12 Digital PTZ Note this function is only supported by GV-IPCAM H.264 firmware V2.06 and the GV-IPCAM H.265. This function allows non-PTZ cameras to simulate P TZ movements on live view. Right-click the live view and select Digital P TZ.
  • Page 60 To pan and tilt the view, zoom the image fi rst and then click and hold the arrow on the image. Th e arrow appears when you place the cursor in one of the eight directions, i.e. up, dow n, left, right, left up, left down, right up and right down.

  • Page 61: I/O Control

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.13 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 3-18 •...

  • Page 62: Visual Automation

    3.2.14 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.

  • Page 63: Network Status

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.15 Network Status To view the network status, in the left menu, click Network and select Status. Figure 3-20...

  • Page 64: Chapter 4 Administrator Mode

    Chapter 4 Administrator Mode The Administrator can access the system configuration through the network. Eight categories of configurations are involved: Video and Motion, I/O Control or Digital I/O and PTZ, Events and Alerts, Monitoring, Recording Schedule, Remote ViewLog, Network and Management.
  • Page 65 Administrator Mode List of Menu Options Find the topic of interest by referring to the corresponding section listed below. Note: The available options may vary among camera models and firmware versions. 4.1.1 Video Settings 4.1.2 Motion Detection 4.1.3 Privacy Mask 4.1 Video and Motion 4.1.4 Text Overlay 4.1.5 Tampering Alarm...
  • Page 66 4.7.4 HTTPS 4.7.5 IEEE 802.1x 4.7.6 UMTS Settings 4.7.7 IP Filtering 4.7.8 SNMP Settings 4.8.1 Date and Time Settings 4.8.2 Storage Settings 4.8.3 User Account 4.8.4 Security 4.8 Management 4.8.5 Privacy 4.8.4 Log Information 4.8.5 Tools 4.8.6 Language...

  • Page 67: Video And Motion

    Administrator Mode 4.1 Video and Motion The GV-IPCAM can simultaneously process one video source in multiple codec and resolutions. The dual / triple-stream design benefits for lower bandwidth environment, allowing Streaming 2 / 3 to be set with lower resolution and codec for live streaming, and Streaming 1 set with higher resolution and H.264 / H.265 for optimal recording quality.

  • Page 68: Video Settings

    4.1.1 Video Settings Figure 4-2A...
  • Page 69 Administrator Mode Figure 4-2B...
  • Page 70 Figure 4-2C [Name] Rename the video stream. To display the name of video stream on the Live View window, see 3.2.9 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.
  • Page 71 Administrator Mode Note that for all the cameras (except GV-PTZ010D), the resolution options available for sub stream vary with the resolution selected for its main stream. For example, if a 4:3 resolution is selected for the main stream in GV-EVD5100, three options, 960 x 720, 640 x 480 and 320 x 240 will be available for its sub stream.
  • Page 72 Camera Type Default Max. Bitrate of VBR Stream 1 6 Mbit 1.3 MP Stream 2 4 Mbit Stream 1 8 Mbit 2 MP Stream 2 4 Mbit Stream 1 3 MP / 4 MP / 5 MP 12 Mbit Stream 2 Stream 1 8 MP / 12 MP 16 Mbit...
  • Page 73 Administrator Mode [Region of Interest (ROI) ] Enhance image clarity to your defined regions with level High to Low . A total of 5 ROI can be set. This function is disabled by default and is not supported by Target Series. Figure 4-3...
  • Page 74 [GOP Structure and Length] Set the maximum number of seconds between every key frame. [Video Slice Mode] Note this function is only supported by firmware V2.12 or earlier and is not supported by Target Series and GV-IPCAM H.265. Corrects the display mode of the camera when it is displayed on third-party NVR/DVR software and the live view is incomplete or broken.
  • Page 75 [Text Overlay Settings (OSD)] Displays camera name, date, and/or time on the live view and recorded videos when viewing through GeoVision software and third-party software through ONVIF and RTSP. [Watermark Setting] Note this function is not supported for Target Series.
  • Page 76 [Audio Settings] Enable Noise Reduction to reduce the background noise in the audio file. All H.265 cameras applying firmware V1.02 or later support this function. [LED Control] Note this function is not available for GV-PTZ010D. Ready LED: Select Disable if you do not wish to use the Status LED. LAN LED, WAN LED, Monitoring LED: Note this option is only available in Advanced Cube Camera.
  • Page 77 Administrator Mode [Special View Setting] D/N: Sets the sensitivity of day-night mode switch. The higher the sensitivity value, the more sensitive the switch is from day mode to night mode. The default value is 5. Auto: Select Auto for the camera to detect the amount of light present and automatically switch to monochrome in a poorly-lit scene.
  • Page 78 Note: If an infrared illuminator is installed for outdoor surveillance, it is suggested to use the Trigger by Input or the Trigger IR by D/N function to avoid incorrect judgment of lighting and hence the action of the IR cut filter. See Infrared Illuminators in the Hardware Manual.
  • Page 79 Administrator Mode Noise Reduction: Note this function is only supported by GV- EVD5100, GV-EFD5101 and GV-EBL5101. Reduces image noise especially under low-light conditions. Note: When the Noise Reduction is enabled, the frame rate will be affected. For details see Note for GV-EVD5100 / EFD5101 / EBL5101 at the beginning of the manual.

  • Page 80: Motion Detection

    4.1.2 Motion Detection Motion detection is disabled by default except for GV-PTZ010D. 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. Set up at least one area to enable this function.
  • Page 81 Administrator Mode Select the desired sensitivity by moving the slider. There are ten values. The higher the value, the more sensitive the camera is to motion. Drag an area on the image. Click Add when you are prompted to confirm the setting. To create several areas with different sensitivity values, repeat steps 1 and 2.

  • Page 82: Privacy Mask

    4.1.3 Privacy Mask The Privacy Mask function is used to block out sensitive areas on live view and recorded clips for cameras connecting to GeoVision software. This feature is ideal for locations with displays, keyboard sequences (e.g. passwords), and for anywhere else you don’t want sensitive information visible.

  • Page 83: Text Overlay

    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. Figure 4-7 Select the font, font style and font size in a pop-up window.
  • Page 84 Click Set Font to modify the font settings. Click Save to apply the settings, or click Load (Undo) to revert to the last saved setting. Click Preview to see how the text will appear on the image. Click Close to end the preview.

  • Page 85: Tampering Alarm

    Administrator Mode 4.1.5 Tampering Alarm Note this function is not available for PTZ Camera and PT Camera. Tampering Alarm is used to detect whether a camera is being physically tampered. An alarm can be generated when the camera is moved, covered up, or out of focus.
  • Page 86 Figure 4-9 To configure the tampering alarm: Select the Enable option. If you want the camera to ignore any movement or scene change in certain areas, click the button to drag areas on the camera view. Select the desired detection sensitivity by moving the slider. The higher the value, the more sensitive the camera is to scene changes.
  • Page 87 Administrator Mode To trigger an alarm when the scene turns dark, e.g. when the lens of camera is covered, make sure the Alarm for Dark Images option is enabled. By default, this function is enabled. Click Apply to save all the settings. Start monitoring to enable the function.

  • Page 88: Visual Automation

    4.1.6 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 4-10 Select the Enable option.
  • Page 89 Administrator Mode Assign the connected module and output device. In the Note field, type a note to help you manage the device. Click OK to save the settings. To change the frame color of the set area, click the Set Color button. To emboss the set area, select Float Up;...

  • Page 90: Face Detection

    4.1.7 Face Detection Face Detection is used to record events when human faces appear in the image, which can work with GV-VMS to generate alarms and/or trigger other actions on the server site. Note: This function is only supported by cameras with face detection function and GV-VMS 18.1 or later.
  • Page 91 Administrator Mode Select Enable to adjust the face detection settings. If you want the minimum face size, maximum face size and ROI settings to be automatically configured, click Apply and skip to step 4. Draw areas to define the minimum face size and maximum face size so the system can detect faces within that size range.

  • Page 92: I/O Settings

    4.2 I/O Settings Note the I/O settings are only available for Box Camera, Bullet Camera, Ultra Bullet Camera, PTZ Camera, PT Camera, Vandal Proof IP Dome, and Fixed IP Dome. After installing the I/O device, you need to enable the I/O settings on the camera.

  • Page 93: Input Settings

    Administrator Mode 4.2.1 Input Settings To activate the sensor input, select Enable. Figure 4-13 Normal State: You can set the input state to trigger actions by selecting Open Circuit (N/O) or Grounded Circuit (N/C). Latch Mode: Enable this option to have a momentary output alarm. Trigger digital output relay: When this option is enabled, the output will be triggered once the input is activated.
  • Page 94 PTZ Settings: Note this function is only available for PTZ Camera and PT Camera. Input On: Select a preset point to which the camera turns when an input is triggered. Input Off: Select a preset point to which the camera returns when the input triggering is off.

  • Page 95: Output Settings

    Administrator Mode 4.2.2 Output Settings Select Enable to start the output device. Choose the output signal that mostly suits the device you are using: N/O (Open Circuit), N/C (Grounded Circuit), N/O Toggle, N/C Toggle, N/O Pulse or N/C Pulse. For Toggle output type, the output continues to be triggered until a new input trigger ends the output.

  • Page 96: Ptz Settings

    4.2.3 PTZ Settings Note this function is only available in PTZ Camera and PT Camera. You can change the image settings, configure sequences, and access settings including autopan speed, motor reset, digital zoom and system default loading. For details, see Accessing the VISCA OSD Configuration in the Hardware Manual.

  • Page 97: Events And Alerts

    Administrator Mode 4.3 Events and Alerts For the events of motion detection or I/O trigger, the Administrator can set up two trigger actions: 1. Send a captured still image by E-mail or FTP. 2. Notify Center Monitoring Station, Center V2 or Vital Sign Monitor, by video or text alerts.

  • Page 98: E-Mail

    4.3.1 E-mail After a trigger event, the camera can send the e-mail to a remote user containing a captured still image. Figure 4-16 [Enable] Select to enable the e-mail function.
  • Page 99 Administrator Mode Sever URL/IP Address: Type the URL address or IP address of the SMTP Server. Server Port: Modify the port number of the SMTP Server. Or keep the default value 25. From email address: Type the sender’s e-mail address. Send to: Type the e-mail address(s) you want to send alerts to.
  • Page 100 [E-Mail Mail Content] You can type the mail subject and mail content in the Subject and Note columns. The default mail subject is the camera model name.

  • Page 101: Ftp

    Administrator Mode 4.3.2 FTP You can also send the captured images to a remote FTP server as alerts. Figure 4-17...
  • Page 102 [Upload to an FTP Server] Enable: Select to enable the FTP function and then select Active Mode or Passive Mode, depending on the setting of your FTP server. Server URL/IP Address: Type the URL address or IP address of the FTP Server.
  • Page 103 Administrator Mode Continuously send images: Sends images to the FTP server at the specified interval. Interval: Use the drop-down list to specify how frequent the images are sent to the FTP server. FTP Schedule: Select this option to define specific period(s) of time for images to be sent to the FTP Server.
  • Page 104 To change login information of the internal FTP server, see 4.8.3 User Account. For related settings to send FTP alerts, see 4.1.2 Motion Detection, 4.2.1 Input Settings, and 4.4 Monitoring. Note: For GV-BX12201, the maximum resolution of the captured still image sent by FTP alert is 1 MP.

  • Page 105: Center V2

    Administrator Mode 4.3.3 Center V2 After a motion or an I/O triggered 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.
  • Page 106 To enable the Center V2 connection: Activate Link: Enable the monitoring through Center V2. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of Center V2. Port Number: match the port to the Port 2 value on Center V2 or keep the default value 5551.

  • Page 107: Vital Sign Monitor

    Administrator Mode 4.3.4 Vital Sign Monitor After a motion or an I/O triggered event, the central monitoring station Vital Sign Monitor can get notified by text alerts. For the monitoring through Vital Sign Monitor, you must already have a subscriber account on Vital Sign Monitor.
  • Page 108 To enable the Vital Sign Monitor connection: Activate Link: Enable the monitoring through Vital Sign Monitor. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of Vital Sign Monitor. Port Number: Match the port to the Port 2 value on Vital Sign Monitor. Or keep the default value 5609.

  • Page 109: Backup Center

    Administrator Mode 4.3.5 Backup Center Note that Backup Center is not supported for Target Series. The connection to the GV-Backup Center allows you to back up another copy of recordings and system log to the GV-Backup Center on an offsite location while the camera is saving these data to the memory card.
  • Page 110 To enable connection to GV-Backup Center: Activate Link: Enable the connection to the GV-Backup Center. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of the GV-Backup Center. Port Number: Match the communication port on the GV-Backup Center or keep the default value 30000.
  • Page 111 Administrator Mode Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of the failover GV-Backup Center. Port Number: Match the communication port on the failover GV- Backup Center or keep the default value 30000. User Name: Type a valid user name to log into the failover GV- Backup Center.

  • Page 112: Video Gateway / Recording Server

    4.3.6 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 113 Administrator Mode The supported GV-IPCAM can connect up to two GV-Video Gateway / GV- Recording Server. To send the video images to the GV-Video Gateway or GV-Recording Server, follow the steps below. Activate Link: Enable the connection to the GV-Video Gateway / GV- Recording Server.

  • Page 114: Viewlog Server

    4.3.7 ViewLog Server Note that ViewLog Server is not supported for Target Series. The ViewLog Server is designed for remote playback function. This server allows you to remotely access the recorded files saved at the GV-IPCAM and play back video with the ViewLog player. This function is enabled by default using port 5552.

  • Page 115: Rtsp/Onvif

    Administrator Mode 4.3.8 RTSP/ONVIF The RTSP and ONVIF settings enable video and audio streaming to your 3G-enabled mobile phone or the third-party software. The RTSP and ONVIF streaming is enabled by default. Figure 4-23...
  • Page 116 [RTSP] Activate Link: Enable the RTSP 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. Max Connection: Select the maximum number of RTSP and 3GPP connections to the camera.
  • Page 117 Administrator Mode Figure 4-24 [ONVIF] Enable HTTP Digest Authentication: The compatibility with HTTP Digest Authentication is required to access the camera by a third- party DVR through ONVIF. This function is disabled by default. Note this function is only supported by GV-IPCAM H.265 fiirmware V1.14 or later.

  • Page 118: Speaker

    4.3.9 Speaker Note this function is only available for Advanced Cube Camera. The Advanced Cube camera is equipped with an alarm. With the Speaker settings, your camera can sound the speaker when the camera is being tampered or when motions are detected. This function is disabled by default.

  • Page 119: Monitoring

    Administrator Mode 4.4 Monitoring You can start monitoring manually, by schedule or by input trigger. Note: 1. See Note for Connecting to GV-DVR / NVR / VMS at the beginning of the manual. 2. For GV-EBL2101 / 2111 / 3101, see 4.4.1 Monitoring Settings for GV-EBL2101 / 2111 / 3101 for corresponding page.
  • Page 120 [Manual] Manually activates motion detection and I/O monitoring. Select one of the following options and then click the Start button. Select all: Manually starts both motion detection and I/O monitoring. Camera: Manually starts recording. Select the desired recording mode for recording. Input: Note this function is only supported by cameras with I/O function.
  • Page 121 Administrator Mode Split-interval: Sets the time length between each event file from 1 to 5 minutes. Recording Profile: This setting is only applicable for recording to the camera’s memory card. Select Performance to maximize the lifespan of the memory card by restricting the frame rate to 30 fps and maximum bit rate to 4 Mbit.

  • Page 122: Monitoring Settings For Gv-Ebl2101 / 2111 / 3101

    4.4.1 Monitoring Settings for GV-EBL2101 / 2111 / 3101 In the Monitoring Settings page for GV-EBL2101 / 2111 / 3101, click Start to activate e-mail and FTP alert functions. Be sure to complete related settings on the Motion Detection, email and FTP pages. Figure 4-27...

  • Page 123: Recording Schedule

    Administrator Mode 4.5 Recording Schedule Note this function is not available for GV-EBL2101 / 2111 / 3101. The schedule is provided to activate recording and I/O monitoring on a specific time each day. 4.5.1 Recording Schedule Settings You can set the schedule for recording. Figure 4-28 Span 1- Span 3: Set a different recording mode for each time frame during the day.

  • Page 124: I/O Monitoring Settings

    4.5.2 I/O Monitoring Settings Note this function is only supported by cameras with I/O function. You can set the schedule for I/O monitoring to start. Figure 4-29 Span 1- Span 3: Set different time frames during the day to enable I/O monitoring.

  • Page 125: Remote Viewlog

    Administrator Mode 4.6 Remote ViewLog Note this function is not available for Target Series. With the Remote ViewLog player, you can play back the files recorded at the camera over TCP/IP network. For the first-time user, you need to download and install the Remote ViewLog program from the company website.

  • Page 126: Network

    4.7 Network The Network section includes some basic but important network configurations that enable the camera to be connected to a TCP/IP network. 4.7.1 LAN Configuration According to your network environment, select among Static IP, DHCP and PPPoE. Figure 4-30...
  • Page 127 Administrator Mode [Optional Network Type] Note the Wireless Settings are only available in GV-BX1200 Series / 2400 Series / 2700 Series / 4700 Series / 5700 Series, GV-CAW120 / 220, GV- FER5700 and GV-MFD3401 Series / 5301 Series. According to the network environment, select Wired Ethernet or Wireless.
  • Page 128 [IPv6 Settings] Select Enable IPv6 and click Apply to enable this function. Note this function is only available for Target firmware V1.07, Target firmware V1.03, and GV-IPCAM H.265 firmware V1.14 or later versions. Dynamic IP address: The network environment has a DHCP server which will automatically assign a dynamic IP address to the camera.

  • Page 129: Wireless Client Mode

    Administrator Mode 4.7.2 Wireless Client Mode Note this function is only supported in the models supporting wireless connection, and when GV-WiFi Adapter is installed. Set up the client mode before enabling the wireless function. Figure 4-31 Network type: Select the network mode Ad Hoc or Infrastructure. Infrastructure: Connect to the Internet via the Access Point.
  • Page 130 Access Point Survey: Click this button to search all the available Access Points (Infrastructure mode) and wireless stations (AD-Hoc mode) within the LAN. Authentication Type: Select one of these network authentication and data encryption: Disable, WEP, WPAPSK-TKIP, WPAPSK-AES, WPA2PSK-TKIP or WPA2PSK-AES. Disabled: No authentication is needed within the wireless network.

  • Page 131: Advanced Tcp/Ip

    Administrator Mode 4.7.3 Advanced TCP/IP This section provides the advanced TCP/IP settings, including DDNS Server, HTTP port, HTTPS, streaming port, UPnP, QoS and network connection check. Figure 4-32-1...
  • Page 132 DHCP Server or ISP (in xDSL connection) has changed. Before enabling the following DDNS function, the Administrator should have applied for a Host Name from the DDNS service provider’s website. There are 3 providers listed in the camera: GeoVision GVDIP, GeoVision DDNS Server and DynDNS.org.
  • Page 133 Host Name: Type the host name used to link to the camera. For the users of GeoVision DDNS Server, it is unnecessary to fill the field because the host name will be detected and brought up automatically. User Name: Type the username used to enable the service from the DDNS.
  • Page 134 [GV-IPCAM Streaming Port Settings] The VSS port enables connecting the camera to the GV-DVR / NVR / VMS. The default setting is 10000. [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.

  • Page 135: Https

    Administrator Mode 4.7.4 HTTPS Note this function is only supported by face detection cameral models. Figure 4-33 [HTTPS Settings] By enabling the HTTPS settings, you can access the camera through a secure protocol. The default HTTPS port is 443. [System Authentication] You can use the operating system’s built-in certificate or import a certificate verified by the SSL authority.
  • Page 136 [Client Authentication] Select to use the certificate to authenticate the client connection. Click Apply. The Web interface will be restarted automatically and you will need to log in again.
  • Page 137 Administrator Mode 4.7.5 IEEE 802.1X IEEE 802.1x is an IEEE standard for port-based Network Access Control. It provides an authentication mechanism to devices wishing to attach to a LAN or WLAN. Note this function is only supported by GV-IPCAM H.265 firmware V1.14 or later.
  • Page 138 Click Browse to locate the CA Certificate, Client Certificate, Client Private Key, and Client Private Key Password at your local computer and click Upload to upload the credentials to the authentication server. Note these options are only available if you select TLS.

  • Page 139: Umts Settings

    Administrator Mode 4.7.6 UMTS Settings Not this function is not supported by GV-IPCAM H.265. 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. UMTS offers a consistent set of services to mobile computer and phone users, no matter where they are located in the world.
  • Page 140 Figure 4-35 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. Username: Type a valid username to enable the UMTS service from your network operator.
  • Page 141 Administrator Mode Retain UMTS Connection: Select this option to check the UMTS connection status and use the drop-down list to specify the desired time length for check frequency. The GV-Video Server will rebuild the connection if disconnection is detected. Enable VPN Connection: Select this option to enable the VPN (Virtual Private Network) connection.

  • Page 142: Ip Filter Settings

    4.7.7 IP Filter Settings The Administrator can set IP filtering to restrict access to the camera. Figure 4-36 To enable the IP Filter function: Enable IP Filtering: Enable the IP Filter function. Web Service Access Policy: Select Allow access from anywhere (Default), Allow access from local LAN or Disallow access from anywhere.
  • Page 143 Administrator Mode Click Apply. Note: Some models do not have the function of Web Service Access Policy. If you select Disallow access from anywhere, before clicking Apply, remember to set one IP address for which access to the camera is allowed. Filtered IP: Type one IP address or a range of IP addresses you want to restrict the access.

  • Page 144: Snmp Settings

    4.7.8 SNMP Settings The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) allows you to monitor the status of the camera through SNMP network management software. Figure 4-37...
  • Page 145 Administrator Mode Select Enable SNMPv1 SNMPv2c to enable the function. To enable access to Read/Write community, type a community string. This will serve as a password to allow read and write access to the camera from the SNMP software. To enable Read only community, type a community string to allow read-only access to the camera from the SNMP software.

  • Page 146: Management

    4.8 Management The Management section includes the settings of data and time and user account. You can also view the firmware version and execute certain system operations. 4.8.1 Date & Time Settings The date and time settings are used for date and time stamps on the image. Figure 4-38...
  • Page 147 Administrator Mode [Date & Time on GV-IP Camera] 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. Define the Start Time and End Time to enable the daylight saving function.

  • Page 148: Storage Settings

    4.8.2 Storage Settings Based on Linux file system, the camera supports memory cards for video and audio recordings. You need to format the storage device by using the following Storage Settings. After being formatted, the storage device will be ready to use by Linux OS of the camera. Note: The Target Series does not support memory cards.
  • Page 149 Administrator Mode [Storage Settings] Name: Type the name of the storage device. The name can only contain English letters (of upper or lower cases), numerals, slashes, and hyphens. Note: The setting of the device name is for GV-NAS System only. Enable recycling: If Enable recycling is selected, when the space of the storage device is lower than the specified space, the system will overwrite the oldest recorded files.
  • Page 150 To avoid dropping frame rate, when GV-EFD3101 / GV-EVD3100 , GV-EFD5101 / GV-EVD5100 and GV-EBL5101 are connected to GeoVision software, and recording to NAS with the resolution of 2048 x 1536 and 2592 x 1944 at 30 fps, it is highly recommended...
  • Page 151 Administrator Mode To connect record to GV-NAS Systems, follow the steps below. Under Network Neighborhood Settings, select Enable and click the Search button to search for available NAS servers. Figure 4-40 Type the username and password, and click Select. Figure 4-41 Note: Depending on the models of GV-NAS System, up to 16 default user accounts (username: Cam01 –...
  • Page 152 Click Apply. Once connected, the disk status will display. Figure 4-43 Tip: Instead of searching for available NAS servers, you can also type the storage path directly. Type the Server URL/ IP Address in this format: \\NAS IP Address\Storage Folder. For example, \\192.168.0.1\IP_Camera. This GV-IP Camera will be recorded to a default shared folder named “IP_Camera”...
  • Page 153 Administrator Mode [Disk Information] Note this function is not supported for Target Series. This section shows the details of the attached storage device. Use the Format/Remove button to format or unload a storage device. For detail steps, see Partition Information below. [Partition Information] Note this function is not supported for Target Series.
  • Page 154 The storage device cannot be written due to Read Only abnormal power disruption. The system is attempting to repair the recording Repairing data. Note: 1. If Enable Recycle is selected, the available space of the storage device must be higher than the space you specified at the Stop recording or recycle disk when free space of disk is smaller than x option.

  • Page 155: User Account

    Administrator Mode 4.8.3 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; the default FTP Server login name is ftpuser and the password is 123456.

  • Page 156: Security

    4.8.3 Security Note this function is only supported by cameras with face detection features. You can change the password security settings. There are 3 security levels: Low, Medium (default value) and High. Each level differs from one another in the password strength required to log into the Web interface. To customize the password security level based on your specified requirements, select one Security Level and configure the relevant user account and logon settings.

  • Page 157: Privacy

    Administrator Mode 4.8.4 Privacy Note this function is only supported by cameras with face detection features. In order to provide you with the best user experience and deliver appropriate advertising messages and website content, GV-IP Camera’s Web interface uses cookies. Select to agree with our privacy policy or delay in accepting our privacy policies.

  • Page 158: Log Information

    4.8.5 Log Information The log information contains dump data that is used by service personnel for analyzing problems. The logs available may vary depending on the camera model. Figure 4-50...

  • Page 159: Tools

    Administrator Mode 4.8.6 Tools You can execute certain system operations and view the firmware version. Figure 4-51...
  • Page 160 [Host Settings] Enter 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. Day Interval: Type the day interval between each reboot. Reboot Time: Use the drop-down lists to specify the time for automatic reboot.

  • Page 161: Language

    Administrator Mode 4.8.7 Language Note this function is not available in GV-PTZ010D. You can select the language for the Web interface. Figure 4-52 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.

  • Page 162: Chapter 5 Recording And Playback

    Chapter 5 Recording and Playback Note that Recording and Playback function is not available for Target Series. The camera can record video and audio directly to the memory card. You can play back the recorded files on the GV-DVR / NVR / VMS over the TCP/IP network.

  • Page 163: Playback

    Recording and Playback 5.2 Playback These methods are available to play back the video files recorded at the camera: • Playback from the memory card by connecting it directly to the GV-DVR / NVR / VMS through a card reader •...
  • Page 164 Download and install the Ext2Fsd from the company website. Note: If you are using Windows 8 or Windows Server 2012, change its compatibility before installing the Ext2Fsd program: Right-click the Ext2Fsd program and select Properties. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-1 Select the Compatibility tab.
  • Page 165 Recording and Playback On Your desktop, click Start, select Programs, locate the Ext2Fsd folder and select Ext2 Volume Manager. All the connected drives are shown. Figure 5-2...
  • Page 166 For the first-installation, execute the Ext2Fsd Service. A. From the Ext2 Volume Manager window, select Tools and select Service Management. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-3 B. Click Apply.
  • Page 167 Recording and Playback Mount the storage drive to your computer. A. From the Ext2Fsd Volume Manager window, right-click the storage drive and select Ext2 Management. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-4 B. Under the Mount point & driver letter section, select Automatically mount via Ext2Mgr, specify a disk drive using the drop-down list and click Apply.
  • Page 168 C. On the Ext2 Volume Manager window, the storage drive is successfully mounted to your computer when it is indicated with the disk drive you specified. Figure 5-5 Access the recording files from the specified drive of your computer.

  • Page 169: Playback Over Network

    Recording and Playback 5.2.2 Playback over Network With the Remote ViewLog function, you can play back the files recorded at the camera over TCP/IP network. You can also play back the files recorded at the camera over GV-NAS System. The camera needs to allow the remote access with ViewLog Server activated.
  • Page 170 Media Player. For details to download files, see [Act as FTP Server], 4.3.2 FTP. Note: To play back videos, ensure you have installed Geovision codec on the computer. The codec is available on the company website. If you have installed the Remote Playback player on the computer, it is not...

  • Page 171: Access To The Recorded Files Through Ftp Server

    Recording and Playback 5.2.4 Playback of Daylight Saving Time Events On GV-DVR / NVR, you can retrieve the events recorded during the Daylight Saving Time (DST) period from the camera for playback. You can also connect the memory card to GV-DVR / NVR for playback. The following instructions describe how to retrieve the recorded files from the camera over network.
  • Page 172 On the Video Event list, select desired events, and click the Play button to start. Note: The playback function is only compatible with the GV-DVR / NVR of version 8.3 and later. The AVI file recorded during the DST period is named with the prefix “GvDST”, e.g.

  • Page 173: Chapter 6 Advanced Applications

    Chapter 6 Advanced Applications This chapter introduces more advanced applications. 6.1 Upgrading System Firmware GeoVision periodically releases updated firmware on the website. Simply download the new firmware into the camera using the Web interface or GV-IP Device Utility available on the company website.

  • Page 174: Using The Web Configuration Interface

    Do not turn the power off within 10 minutes after the firmware is updated. If firmware upgrade fails, manually restore the camera to its default settings. For details, see Loading Factory Default in the corresponding Hardware Manual. 6.1.1 Using the Web Configuration Interface In the Live View window, click the Show System Menu button (No.

  • Page 175: Using The Ip Device Utility

    Advanced Applications Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer. Click the Upgrade button to start the upgrade. 6.1.2 Using the IP Device Utility The IP Device Utility provides a direct way to upgrade the firmware to multiple units of the GV-IPCAM.
  • Page 176 Double-click one camera in the list, and click the Firmware Upgrade tab on the pop-up dialog box. Figure 6-3 Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer. If you like to upgrade all the cameras in the list, select Upgrade all devices.

  • Page 177: Backing Up And Restoring Settings

    Advanced Applications 6.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings With the IP Device Utility, you can back up the configurations in the camera, and restore the backup data to the current camera or import it to another camera. To back up the settings: Run IP Device Utility and locate the desired camera.
  • Page 178 To restore the settings: In Figure 6-4, click the Import Settings tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-5 Click the Browse button to locate the backup file (.dat). Select Upgrade all devices to import the settings into devices of the same type in the same LAN.

  • Page 179: Changing Password

    Advanced Applications 6.3 Changing Password You can change the login password of your GV-IP Camera using GV-IP Device Utility. Note: The default Administrator account is no longer supported in the latest firmware version. For details on changing the password using GV- IP Device Utility, see Creating GV-IP Camera’s Login Credentials at the beginning of the manual.
  • Page 180 Select Change Password. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-7 Type the new password in both fields. To change devices of the same type to the same password, select Sync all devices. Click OK to apply the change.

  • Page 181: Verifying Watermark

    Advanced Applications 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 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.

  • Page 182: Running Watermark Proof

    6.4.2 Running Watermark Proof Install Watermark Proof from GeoVision Website. After installation, a WMProof icon is created on your desktop. Double-click the created icon. The Water Mark Proof window appears. Click File from the menu bar, select Open and locate the recording (.avi).

  • Page 183: The Watermark Proof Window

    Advanced Applications 6.4.3 The Watermark Proof Window Figure 6-8 The controls in the window: 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.
  • Page 184 Name Description The Extracted icon should be identical with the Original icon. If not, it Original vs. Extracted indicates the recording has been tampered. File List Displays the proof results.

  • Page 185: Downloading Videos From The Micro Sd Card

    Advanced Applications 6.5 Downloading Videos from the Micro SD Card When connections of GV-IP Cameras to the GV-DVR / NVR / VMS are lost, recordings are automatically saved to the memory cards inserted in the GV-IP Cameras. To automatically synchronize and download recordings from the micro SD cards to a local folder, install and execute the GV-SDCardSync Utility program.

  • Page 186: Installing The Gv-Sdcardsync Utility

    6.5.1 Installing the GV-SDCardSync Utility Download the GV-SD Card Sync Utility program. Note: The GV-SD Card Sync Utility must be installed on the computer installed with GV-DVR / NVR V8.5.4, GV-VMS V14.10 or later software versions. Execute the GV-SDCard Sync Utility program. The main window and the Setting window appear.
  • Page 187 Advanced Applications To configure synchronization, network and startup settings, see the steps below. Figure 6-10 [Synchronization] Synchronize automatically at an interval: Automatically synchronize videos from micro SD cards to a local folder at the specified interval. Synchronize automatically at: Automatically synchronize videos from micro SD cards to a local folder at the specified time.
  • Page 188 [Network] Max. download speed of each device (Kb/sec): To make sure the bandwidth is not completely taken up while downloading files from the memory card, specify a maximum download speed. If you do not want to set a bandwidth limit, type 0. [General] Start up automatically at Windows login: GV-SDSync Utility launches automatically when Windows starts up.
  • Page 189 Advanced Applications [Recycle] Recycle when the storage space is less than (GB): Specify a minimum free space of your local storage for file recycling. Keep the downloaded files for (Days): Specify the number of days to keep the download files at the local hard drive. [Storage Location] To configure the storage path, click the button next to the location field and specify a storage location.

  • Page 190: The Gv-Sdcardsync Utility Window

    Description Plays downloaded recordings of the selected GV-IP Cameras using the ViewLog player. For details, see Play Video Chapter 4, DVR User’s Manual on GeoVision Website. Contains settings on synchronization, network, Setting storage location and recycling criteria. See step 4 in 6.6.1 Installing the GV-SDCardSync Utility.
  • Page 191 Advanced Applications No Name Description Displays up to 100 event entries of the GV- Log Tab SDCardSync Utility. Once the entries are full, recycling will start from the oldest file. Shows the storage space of the designated Storage Space hard drive. Note: 1.

  • Page 192: Chapter 7 Dvr / Nvr / Vms

    Chapter 7 DVR / NVR / VMS The GV-DVR / NVR / VMS provide a total video management solution, with features such as video viewing, recording, playback, alert settings and more. Compatible GV-DVR / NVR / VMS version is required to integrate with your IP camera.
  • Page 193 DVR / NVR / VMS • The maximum number of streams which the camera allows varies according to its resolution: Camera Models Max. No. of Streams GV-PTZ010D 1.3 M models except GV-PTZ010D 2 M models 3 M models 5 M models 8 M models 12 M models •...

  • Page 194: Setting Up An Ip Camera On Gv-Dvr / Nvr

    7.1 Setting up an IP Camera on GV-DVR / NVR To set up the camera on the GV-DVR / NVR, 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.
  • Page 195 DVR / NVR / VMS Click Add Camera. The dialog box appears. Figure 7-3 Type the IP address, username and password of the IP camera. Select the camera brand and device from the drop-down lists. This dialog box appears. Figure 7-4 The GV-DVR / NVR will automatically query for the IP camera, and the status will be indicated as “Standby”.
  • Page 196 The options in the setup dialog box may vary depending on the camera model. Dual Stream: Click this button to set the codec type to H.264 in the main stream and to MJPEG in the sub stream, and each stream with a different resolution. Port: Video streaming port number.

  • Page 197: Customizing Ip Camera Settings On Gv-Dvr / Nvr

    DVR / NVR / VMS 7.1.1 Customizing IP Camera Settings on GV-DVR / After the IP camera is connected and assigned with a display position, you can configure the camera’s settings such as frame rate, codec type and resolution. Right-click the desired camera to see the following list of options: Figure 7-6 Change Resolution: Changes the display ratio, live view resolution and record resolution...
  • Page 198 Recording Codec Format: Specifies whether to record in standard or GeoVision type of JPEG or H.264 codec. GIS Setting: Records the video with the GPS data. To record the GPS data, remember to also enable the GIS function of the GV-DVR / NVR (Configure button <...

  • Page 199: Setting Up Ip Cameras On Gv-Vms

    DVR / NVR / VMS 7.2 Setting Up IP Cameras on GV-VMS Follow the steps below to manually connect your GV-IP Camera to GV- VMS. Note: The following instructions are based on V14.10 software and user interfaces. 1. To access the IP Device Setup page, click Home , select Toolbar , click Configure and select Camera Install.
  • Page 200 3. Type the IP address, username and password of the GV-IP Camera. Modify the default HTTP port 80 if necessary. 4. Select GeoVision and model name from the Brand drop-down list and select the GV-IP Camera from the Device drop-down lists. This dialog box appears.
  • Page 201 DVR / NVR / VMS 5. In the dialog box, configure the options which may vary depending on camera brands. Dual Streams: It 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.

  • Page 202: Remote Monitoring With Multi View

    7.3 Remote Monitoring with Multi View You can use the Multi View to monitor and manage the camera. Note: Multi View is not supported by GV-VMS. 7.3.1 Connecting to the IP Camera On the Multi View window, click the Edit Host button. The Edit Host window appears.

  • Page 203: Remote Monitoring With E-Map

    DVR / NVR / VMS 7.4 Remote Monitoring with E-Map You can use the Remote E-Map to monitor and manage the camera. 7.4.1 Creating an E-Map for the IP 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.
  • Page 204 Click OK to save the settings. Expand the created host folder. Drag and drop the icons of camera and I/O devices onto the imported E-Map. Close the E-Map Editor. Click Yes when you are promoted to save the file. For details on creating an E-Map file on the E-Map Server, see “E-Map Applications”, GV-DVR User’s Manual or GV-VMS User’s Manual.

  • Page 205: Connecting To The Ip Camera

    DVR / NVR / VMS 7.4.2 Connecting to the IP Camera Depending on where you save the created E-Map file (DVR, 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 on the DVR.

  • Page 206: Chapter 8 Cms Configurations

    Chapter 8 CMS Configurations This section introduces the related settings to enable connecting to the camera in the central monitoring stations Center V2, Vital Sign Monitor and Dispatch Server. 8.1 Center V2 The Center V2 can monitor and manage the camera and I/O devices connected to the camera.
  • Page 207 CMS Configurations • To set the appropriate port for IP camera connection, click the Preference Settings button, select System Configure, click the Network tab, and select Accept connections from GV-Compact DVR, Video Server & IP Cam. Keep default port 5551, or modify it to match the Center V2 port on the IP camera.
  • Page 208 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 a motion stops. Camera send by I/O trigger will monitor: Specify the duration of the camera view remaining on the monitoring window when an I/O device is triggered.

  • Page 209: Vital Sign Monitor

    CMS Configurations 8.2 Vital Sign Monitor The Vital Sign Monitor is designed to monitor and manage the camera and I/O devices connected to the camera under low bandwidth network. TCP/ IP IP Camera Text Data IP Camera Figure 8-4 • To set the appropriate port connecting to the IP camera, click Configure on the window menu, and select System Configure to display this dialog box.

  • Page 210: Dispatch Server

    8.3 Dispatch Server The Dispatch Server minimizes overloading of Center V2 Servers by re- distributing the GV-IPCAM subscribers to the least busy Center V2 Server. TCP/ IP Center V2 IP Camera Video Data Text Data Dispatch Server IP Camera Center V2 Figure 8-6...
  • Page 211 CMS Configurations • To set the appropriate port connecting to the IP camera, click the Server Setting button on the toolbar, and select Allow GV IP devices to login as subscriber from port . Keep the default port as 5551 , or modify it to match the Center V2 port on the IP camera. Figure 8-7 For further information on how to mange the video received from the IP camera, see GV-CMS Series User’s Manual .

  • Page 212: Chapter 9 Smart Device Connection

    Chapter 9 Smart Device Connection You can access the live view and play back recordings 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 the company website.

  • Page 213: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix A. Settings for Internet Explorer 8 If you use Internet Explorer 8, it is required to complete the following setting. Set the Security to Medium-high (default) . Enable Allow previously unused ActiveX controls to run without prompt . Disable Only allow approved domains to use ActiveX without prompt .

  • Page 214: Rtsp Protocol Command

    B. RTSP Protocol Command The GV-IPCAM H.264 can support RTSP protocol for both audio and video streaming. If you use the QuickTime player, enter: rtsp://<IP of the GV-IPCAM H.264:8554/<CH No.>.sdp For example, rtsp://192.168.3.111:8554/CH001.sdp If you use the VLC, and if authentication is required, enter: rtsp://username:password@<IP of the GV-IPCAM H.264:8554/<CH No.>.sdp For example, rtsp://admin:admin@192.168.3.111:8554/CH001.sdp...

  • Page 215: Supported Umts Protocol (3G Modem)

    Appendix C. Supported UMTS Protocol (3G Modem) Brand Model Huawei E220, E392 E169, E1692, E156, EC189, E1752, E1756, E1756C, E169C Novatel MC998D USB760, USB727, MC950D ONDA MSA523HS MF100...

  • Page 216: The Cgi Command

    D. The CGI Command You can use the CGI command to obtain a snapshot of the live view or access the User Account Web interface. For a GV-IPCAM H.264 with the following details: IP address: 192.168.2.11 Username: admin Password: admin Desired stream: 1 To obtain a snapshot of the live view, type the following into your Web browser:...

  • Page 217: Power Supply Support List

    Appendix E. Power Supply Support List The supported power type is indicated with a tick ( ) and the unsupported power type with a cross ( ). GV-IP Camera DC Power AC Power Box Camera (H.264 and H.265) Ultra Box Camera Target Box Camera GV-BX1500-E GV-BX2400-E...
  • Page 218 GV-IP Camera DC Power AC Power All except GV-BL2510-E GV-BL5310-E Bullet Camera GV-BL2510-E GV-BL5310-E Bullet Camera (H.265) Ultra Bullet Camera Target Bullet Camera PTZ Camera PT Camera Vandal Proof IP Dome Vandal Proof IP Dome (H.265) Fixed IP Dome Cube Camera GV-CA120/220 Advanced Cube Camera...

  • Page 219: Supported Firmware For Flash Memory

    Appendix F. Supported Firmware for Flash Memory The 128 MB flash memory is supported in V1.09 or later in all models of GV-IPCam H.264 Series except GV-PTZ010D. To look up if the camera contains a 128 MB type flash memory, access the Web interface or the GV IP Device Utility: Web Interface Click Management and click Tools .

  • Page 220: Compatible Version Of Gv-Dvr / Nvr / Gv-Vms For Each Camera Model

    DVR / NVR / GV-VMS V8.5.5 or later / GV-BX2400-1F ~ 2F V14.10 or later Box Camera V8.7.1.0 (with patch files) or later / GV-BX2700 Series V15.11.1.0 (with patch files) or later V8.7.0 (with patch files) or GV-BX4700 Series / later / 5700 Series V15.11 (with patch files) or...
  • Page 221 Appendix Compatible version of Camera Models GV-DVR / NVR / GV-VMS V8.6.2 (with patch files) or later / GV-BX12201 V14.10.1 (with patch files) or later Box Camera GV-BX2700-FD V8.7.6.0 or later (with GV-BX4700-FD patch files) / V18.1 or later (with patch files) GV-BX8700-FD GV-UBX1301 Series V8.5.6 or later /...
  • Page 222 Compatible version of Camera Models GV-DVR / NVR / GV- GV-MFD3401 Series V8.5.8 or later / GV-MFD5301 Series V14.10 or later Mini Fixed V8.7.1.0 (with patch files) Dome GV-MFD2700 Series or later / GV-MFD4700 Series V15.11.3.0 (with patch files) or later GV-MDR320 V8.5 or later / GV-MDR520...
  • Page 223 Appendix Compatible version of Camera Models GV-DVR / NVR / GV-VMS GV-BL2400 GV-BL3400 V8.5.6 or later / GV-BL1210 GV-BL2410 V14.10 or later GV-BL3410 GV-BL5310 V8.7.0 (with patch files) or GV-BL3700 later / V15.10.1 (with patch GV-BL5700 files) or later Bullet Camera V8.5.7 (with patch files) or GV-BL1500 later / V14.10 or later...
  • Page 224 Compatible version of GV-DVR / Camera Models NVR / GV-VMS GV-EBL1100 Series V8.5.9 or later / GV-EBL2100 V14.10 or later Series V8.6.2.0 or later / V14.10.1 or GV-EBL2101 later V8.7.0.0 (with patch files) or later / GV-EBL2111 V15.10.1.0 (with patch files) or GV-EBL3101 later V8.7.3.0 (with patch files) or later /...
  • Page 225 Appendix Compatible version of GV- Camera Models DVR / NVR / GV-VMS V8.6.2 (with patch files) or GV-EVD2100 later / GV-EVD3100 V14.10.1 (with patch files) or Target Vandal later Proof IP Dome V8.6.2.0 (with patch files) or GV-EVD5100 later / V15.10.1.0 or later GV-VD120D Series V8.4 (with patch files) or later GV-VD220D Series...
  • Page 226 Compatible version of Camera Models GV-DVR / NVR / GV- V8.7.1.0 (with patch files) GV-VD4711 or later / V15.11.1.0 (with GV-VD5711 patch files) or later Vandal Proof IP V8.7.0 (with patch files) Dome or later / GV-VD3700 GV-VD5700 V15.10.1 (with patch files) or later V8.7.6.0 or later (with GV-MD8710-FD...

  • Page 227: Notice For Using The Ir Arctic Box Camera

    Appendix H. Notice for Using the IR Arctic Box Camera Make sure sure that you: • enable IR LED function on the Web interface after loading the default settings. • disable the status LED to reduce reflection when a green light spot appears on the live view.
  • Page 228 Disabling Status LED under Low Light Conditions A green light spot on the live view is likely caused by the insufficient light at the installation site, which leads to the status LED to reflect on the camera cover. Disable the status LED to prevent this. In the left menu of Web interface, select Video Settings and then Streaming 1 .

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