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GeoVision GV-FE2301 User Manual

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  • Page 1 GV-Fisheye IP Camera H.264 User's Manual Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. FER12203V101-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 Welcome to the GV-Fisheye IP Camera User’s Manual. The GV-Fisheye IP Camera has the following models with different resolutions. This Manual is designed for the following models and firmware versions: Model Model Number Firmware Version GV-FE2301 V3.0 GV-FE4301 Fisheye Camera GV-FE3402 / 3403 V3.03 GV-FE5302 / 5303 V3.0...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Packing List ......................5 1.3 System Requirement ....................11 1.4 Optional Accessories ....................12 1.5 Physical Description....................13 1.5.1 GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER521............13 1.5.2 GV-FE3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 ..............15 1.5.3 GV-FER3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303............16 1.5.4 GV-FER12203 ..................19 1.6 Installation ......................20...
  • Page 5 Chapter 2 Getting Started ...........43 2.1 Installing on a Network..................43 2.1.1 Checking the Dynamic IP Address............44 2.1.2 Assigning an IP Address................46 2.1.3 Configuring the Wireless Connection ............48 2.2 Configuring the Basics ..................51 Chapter 3 Accessing the Camera........52 3.1 Accessing Your Surveillance Images ..............52 3.2 Functions Featured on the Main Page ..............53 3.2.1 The Live View Window................54 3.2.2 Fisheye View ....................57...
  • Page 6 4.2.1 Input Settings....................95 4.2.2 Output Settings ..................96 4.3 Events & Alerts .....................97 4.3.1 E-mail .......................97 4.3.2 FTP......................99 4.3.3 Center V2 ....................102 4.3.4 Vital Sign Monitor..................104 4.3.5 Backup Center ..................106 4.3.6 Video Gateway / Recording Server ............108 4.3.7 ViewLog Server ..................110 4.3.8 RTSP/ONVIF ..................111 4.4 Monitoring......................113 4.5 Recording Schedule....................114...
  • Page 7 Chapter 6 Advanced Applications ........151 6.1 Upgrading System Firmware................151 6.1.1 Using the Web Interface .................153 6.1.2 Using the GV-IP Device Utility ..............154 6.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings..............156 6.2.1 Backing Up the Settings................156 6.2.2 Restoring the Settings................157 6.3 Restoring to Factory Default Settings..............158 6.3.1 Using the Web Interface .................158 6.3.2 Directly on the Camera ................158 6.4 Changing Password....................161...
  • Page 8 Appendix A. Settings for Internet Explore 8 or later..............187 B. RTSP Protocol Support...................188 C. The Supported Mobile Broadband Devices.............189 D. The CGI Command....................190 E. Supported Firmware for Flash Memory ..............191...
  • Page 9: Naming And Definition

    Naming and Definition GeoVision Analog and Digital Video Recording Software. The GV- System also refers to Multicam System, GV-NVR System, GV- GV-System Hybrid DVR System and GV-DVR System at the same time. GV-VMS GeoVision Video Management System for IP cameras.
  • Page 10: Note For Connecting To Gv-System / Gv-Vms

    Note for Connecting to GV-System / GV-VMS The GV-Fisheye IP Camera is designed to work with GV-System / GV-VMS, a video management system. Note the following when the camera is connected to GV-System / GV- VMS: 1. By default, the images are recorded to the memory card inserted in the GV-Fisheye IP Camera.
  • Page 11: Note For Recording

    Note for Recording 1. By default, the images are recorded to the memory card inserted in the GV-Fisheye IP Camera. Make sure the Write recording data into local storage option (see 4.1.1 Video Settings) is enabled. If this option is disabled, the camera will stop recording to the memory card while the live view is accessed through Web browsers or other applications.
  • Page 12: Note For Usb Storage And Wifi Adapter

    Note for USB Storage and WiFi Adapter Mind the following limitations and requirements for using USB storage and GV-WiFi Adapter: 1. The USB hard drive must be of 2.5’’ or 3.5’’, version 2.0 or above. 2. The USB hard drive’s storage capacity must not exceed 2TB. 3.
  • Page 13: Note For Installing Camera

    Note for Installing Camera When installing GV-FER outdoor models, be sure that: 1. The camera is set up above the junction box to prevent water from entering the camera along the cables. 2. Any PoE, power, audio and I/O cables are waterproofed using waterproof silicon rubber or the like.
  • Page 14 4. The silica gel bag loses it effectiveness when the dry camera is opened. To prevent the lens from fogging up, use the supplied adhesive tap and replace the silica gel bag every time you open the camera, and conceal the gel bag in camera within 2 minutes of exposing to open air.
  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Fisheye IP Camera seamlessly integrates with the GV-System / GV-VMS, providing advanced monitoring and video management features. The following GV-Fisheye Cameras are available: Models Type Description GV-FE2301 / 4301 2 MP / 4 MP GV-FE3402 / 5302 Indoor 3 MP WDR Pro / 5 MP GV-FE3403 / 5303...
  • Page 16: Key Features

    1.1 Key Features • Image sensor Camera Model Image Sensor GV-FE2301 GV-FE4301 1/2.5’’ progressive scan CMOS GV-FE5302 / 5303 GV-FER521 / 5302 / 5303 GV-FE3402 / 3403 1/3.2’’ progressive scan CMOS GV-FER3402 / 3403 GV-FER12203 1/1.7’’ progressive scan CMOS • Dual streams from H.264 or MJPEG •...
  • Page 17 Introduction • Day and night function Camera Model Day / Night function GV-FE2301 / 4301 Electronic GV-FER521 GV-FE3402 / 3403 GV-FE5302 / 5303 GV-FER3402 / 3403 Removable IR-cut filter GV-FER5302 / 5303 GV-FER12203 • Effective distance of IR LED Up to 10 m / 32.81 ft (GV-FE3403 / 5303 and GV-FER3403 / 5303 only) Up to 30 m / 98.43 ft (GV-FER12203)
  • Page 18 • One sensor input and alarm output (GV-FE2301 / 4301 only and GV-FER12203) • Digital Object Tracking • Virtual PTZ function • Auto Pan function • Provides 360° and 180° panorama view • No mechanical moving parts • Different angle of view controllable by multiple users at the same time •...
  • Page 19: Packing List

    Introduction 1.2 Packing List GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER521 • • Fisheye Camera Support Bracket x 3 • • Camera Cover (Hard Ceiling Mount) Camera Cover (In-Ceiling Mount) • • Screw (Hard Ceiling Mount) x 3 Screw (In-Ceiling Mount) x 3 •...
  • Page 20 GV-FE3402 / 5302 and GV-FE3403 / 5303 • • Fisheye Camera Support Bracket x 3 • • Camera Cover (Hard Ceiling Mount) Camera Cover (In-Ceiling Mount) • • Screw (Hard Ceiling Mount) x 3 Screw (In-Ceiling Mount) x 3 • •...
  • Page 21 Introduction • PoE Converter set (including 1 module, 1 DC Power Y-cable, 1 RJ-45 cable and 3 PoE Screws) (GV-FE3403 / 5303 only) • Installation Sticker • Power Adapter • GV-IPCAM H.264 Software DVD • GV-NVR Software DVD • GV-Fisheye IP Dome Hardware Installation Guide •...
  • Page 22 GV-FER3402 / 5302 and GV-FER3403 / 5303 • • Fisheye Camera Support Bracket x 3 • • Camera Cover (Hard Ceiling Mount) Camera Cover (In-Ceiling Mount) • • Screw (Hard Ceiling Mount) x 3 Screw (In-Ceiling Mount) x 3 • •...
  • Page 23 Introduction • • Terminal Block x 2 Power Cable (female) (male) • • Installation Sticker IR Power Adapter (DC 12V, 3.5A, GV- FER3403 / 5303 only) • • Cable Connector Silica Gel Bag and Adhesive Tape x 2 • Power Adapter (DC 12V, 1.25A) •...
  • Page 24 GV-FER12203 • • Fisheye Camera Back Plate • • Plate Screw x 3 Plastic Screw Anchor x 3 • • Torx Wrench RJ-45 Connector • • Data Cable Terminal Block • • Installation Sticker Ruler • Silica Gel Bag x 2 •...
  • Page 25: System Requirement

    Introduction 1.3 System Requirement To operate the camera through a web browser, make sure your PC has good network connection, and meet the following system requirement: 64-bit Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / Server 2008 R2 / Server 2012 R2 GV-VMS V14.1 or later GV-System Version...
  • Page 26: Optional Accessories

    1.4 Optional Accessories Optional devices can expand the capabilities and versatility of your GV-Fisheye Camera. Contact your dealer for more information. Name Details GV-PA191 The GV-PA191 is a Power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter designed to provide power to the IP device through a single Power over Ethernet (PoE) Ethernet cable.
  • Page 27: Physical Description

    Introduction 1.5 Physical Description 1.5.1 GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER521 To access the Default button, LED indicators and micro SD card slot, unscrew the screws indicated below and then remove the camera cover. Figure 1-1a: GV-FE2301 / 4301 Figure 1-1b: GV-FER521 Note: For GV-FER521, a silica gel bag is attached to the inside of the camera cover.
  • Page 28 You can now access the Load Default button, LED indicators, and the micro SD card slot. Figure 1-2a: GV-FE2301 / 4301 Figure 1-2b: GV-FER521 Name Function Lens Receives image inputs. Speaker Talks to the surveillance area from the local computer.
  • Page 29: Gv-Fe3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303

    Introduction 1.5.2 GV-FE3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 Figure 1-3 Name Function Lens Receives image inputs. Speaker Talks to the surveillance area from the local computer. Microphone Receives the sound from the camera. Status LED Indicates whether the device is booted successfully or not. LAN / PoE Connects to a 10/100 Ethernet or PoE.
  • Page 30: Gv-Fer3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303

    1.5.3 GV-FER3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 Figure 1-4 Name Function Lens Receives image inputs. Speaker Talks to the surveillance area from the local computer. Microphone Receives the sound from the camera. LEDs See the table below for details. Resets all configurations to default factory settings.
  • Page 31 Introduction Note: For GV-FER3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303, a silica gel bag is attached to the inside of the camera cover. The silica gel loses effectiveness after you open the camera cover. To prevent the lens from fogging up, it is highly recommended to replace the silica gel bag every time you open the camera.
  • Page 32 PoE Cable For GV-FER3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303, the PoE connector may be one of the following types: Type 1 42.8 mm (1.7") 19.6 (0.8") Ø Type 2 58.5 mm (2.3") 28.2 (1.1") Ø...
  • Page 33: Gv-Fer12203

    Introduction 1.5.4 GV-FER12203 Figure 1-6 Name Function Microphone Receives the sound from the camera. Flashes when the camera is powering on and loading Status LED default settings. Data Cable Connector Waterproofs the data cable. Lens Receives image inputs. Micro SD Card Slot Currently not functional.
  • Page 34: Installation

    Note: To re-focus your camera, follow the instruction below. However, it is only recommended to re-focus your camera when the live view is blurry. • GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER521: Loosen the indicated screw and manually adjust the focus ring with your fingers. Focus Ring Screws •...
  • Page 35: Hard Ceiling Mount

    Introduction 1.6.1 Hard Ceiling Mount All Models except GV-FER12203 Without IR LED Ring With IR LED Ring Note: To connect wires, cables and the IR LED ring, see 1.7 Connecting the GV-Fisheye Camera. 1. Place the installation sticker on the ceiling board. The 3 red dots indicate the location of the screws.
  • Page 36 4. Secure the fisheye camera with the 3 hard ceiling mount screws provided. Figure 1-8 5. For outdoor GV-Fisheye Cameras (GV-FER3402 / 3403 / 521 / 5302 / 5303), install the supplied cable connector to waterproof the cable. You should have 2 components: Figure 1-9 a.
  • Page 37 Introduction d. Move the components toward the RJ-45 connector, secure item 1 to the Rubber Seal Ring of the camera data cable and secure item 2 to item 1 tightly. Figure 1-11 IMPORTANT: Item 1 must be secured tightly to waterproof the cable. 6.
  • Page 38 B. Place the IR LED ring on top of the camera and tighten the screws with the torx wrench provided. Figure 1-14 Caution: An operating IR LED ring may reach high temperatures. Disconnect the power supply and allow the IR LED ring to cool down before handling the device.
  • Page 39 Introduction GV-FER12203 1. Paste the installation sticker to the ceiling board. 2. At the 3 dots, drill a hole slightly smaller than the plastic screw anchors provided. Figure 1-15 3. Insert the 3 plastic screw anchors in the drilled holes. 4.
  • Page 40 5. Open the camera cover by unscrewing the indicated screws. Figure 1-17 6. Connect the Ethernet cable. a. Unplug the LAN / PoE connector and prepare an Ethernet cable with only one RJ- 45 connector. Figure 1-18 b. Thread the Ethernet cable through the opening into the camera and through the plug and cap as shown below.
  • Page 41 Introduction d. Attach the supplied RJ-45 connector to the Ethernet cable, and plug the connector into the LAN / PoE port. e. Loosen the screw on the cable holder and thread the cable under the cable holder. Figure 1-20 7. Connect the supplied data cable if needed. a.
  • Page 42 c. Slide the hexagon washer through the cable, and then tighten the washer. Hexagon washer Figure 1-23 d. Plug the pins of the cable to the camera as shown below. Figure 1-24 8. Secure the camera to the back plate by tightening the 4 screws as shown below. The cables can be threaded through the cable opening on the side or through the ceiling board.
  • Page 43: In-Ceiling Mount

    Introduction 1.6.2 In-Ceiling Mount In-Ceiling Mount allows the camera to be mounted into the ceiling, revealing a small portion of the camera. In-Ceiling Mount requires the ceiling board to be between 0.5 – 3.0 cm (0.2 – 1.18 in) thick. Figure 1-26 Note: In-ceiling mount is not applicable to the models with IR LED ring (GV-FE3403 / 5303 and GV-FER3403 / 5303) and GV-FER12203.
  • Page 44 2. Align the 3 support brackets with the holes on the back of the camera as shown below and secure using the in-ceiling mount screws provided. Figure 1-28 3. For outdoor GV-Fisheye Cameras (GV-FER3402 / 521 / 5302), install the supplied cable connector to waterproof the cable.
  • Page 45 Introduction 5. On the back side, make sure the black plastic clips are slightly above the ceiling board and pointing outward. Figure 1-30 6. From the front side of the camera, tighten the screws. Figure 1-31 7. Connect the camera with power, network and other wires. For details, see 1.7 Connecting the GV-Fisheye Camera.
  • Page 46: Standard Wall Mount And Ground Mount

    1.6.3 Standard Wall Mount and Ground Mount To mount the camera on a wall, follow the instructions in 1.6.1 Hard Ceiling Mount. Figure 1-33 Hint: Mount the fisheye camera in the middle of the wall to have an excellent overview. Or ensure the camera is focused on the most important areas of the room as directly as possible to have the desired detailed recognition.
  • Page 47: Connecting The Gv-Fisheye Camera

    Introduction 1.7 Connecting the GV-Fisheye Camera 1.7.1 GV-FE2301 / 4301 GV-FE series come with a 5-pin data cable that allows you to connect to the power and any I/O devices. Digital Output (Red) GND (Black) Digital Input (Brown) AC 24V / DC+ (Yellow)
  • Page 48 Connecting to Power You can connect to power using either the power adapter provided or a Power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter. See “Power over Ethernet” in Specifications later in this manual before purchasing a PoE adapter. To connect to power using the power adapter, follow the steps below to connect the orange and yellow wires of the camera to the 3-pin or 2-pin terminal block provided.
  • Page 49: Gv-Fer521

    Introduction 1.7.2 GV-FER521 The GV-FER521 comes with a PoE cable that allows you to connect to the power and network through a PoE adaptor. See “Power over Ethernet” in Specifications later in this manual before purchasing a PoE adapter. Note: Digital input and output are not supported in GV-FER521.
  • Page 50: Gv-Fe3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303

    1.7.3 GV-FE3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 Figure 1-38 Remove the camera cover with the supplied torx wrench. Supply power and network to the camera with one of the following methods: Power adapter: plug in the power adapter and connect a standard network work cable.
  • Page 51: Connecting Poe Converter And Ir Led Ring For Gv-Fe3403 / 5303

    Introduction 1.7.4 Connecting PoE Converter and IR LED Ring for GV-FE3403 / 5303 To install a PoE converter, follow the steps below. Note: Instead of installing the PoE converter, you can connect the camera to a PoE switch and the IR LED ring with a power adapter (optional accessory). Figure 1-39 Connect the PoE converter to a PoE switch with a standard network cable.
  • Page 52 Plug one of the PoE converter’s terminal blocks to the camera and the other one to the IR LED ring. IMPORTANT: It is advised to shorten the IR LED ring’s wire to approximately 20 cm for it to fit inside the PoE converter. 20cm Figure 1-40 Secure the camera to the PoE converter with the supplied screws.
  • Page 53 Introduction Secure the PoE converter to the ceiling with 3 self-prepared screws. Figure 1-42...
  • Page 54: Gv-Fer3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303

    1.7.5 GV-FER3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 Figure 1-43 Remove the camera cover with the supplied torx wrench. Supply power to the camera with one of the following: A. Power adapter: see Assembling the Power Adapter later in this section. B.
  • Page 55 Introduction Assembling the Power Adapter Insert the supplied power cable into the supplied waterproof rubber and plug it into the camera. Figure 1-44 Insert the power cable into the supplied female terminal block as illustrated and plug it into the terminal block connector in the camera. Figure 1-45 Insert the power wires at the other end into the male terminal block as illustrated and plug it to the power adapter.
  • Page 56: Gv-Fer12203

    1.7.6 GV-FER12203 The GV-FER12203 comes with a data cable that allows you to connect to the power adapter, WiFi adapter, microphone, speaker, and any I/O devices. Audio In Audio Out DC 12V / AC 24V Digital I/O * USB storage devices are currently not supported Figure 1-47 Connecting to Power...
  • Page 57: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    Getting Started Chapter 2 Getting Started This section provides basic information to get the camera working on the network. 2.1 Installing on a Network These instructions describe the basic connections to install the camera on the network. Using a standard network cable, connect the camera to your network. Connect power using one of the methods: •...
  • Page 58: Checking The Dynamic Ip Address

    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 Utility program included on the Software DVD. Note: The PC installed with GV-IP Device Utility must be under the same LAN with the camera you wish to configure.
  • Page 59 Getting Started The login page appears. Figure 2-3 Type the default ID and password admin and click Apply to login.
  • Page 60: Assigning An Ip Address

    DHCP server each time it connects to the LAN, instead of using 192.168.0.10. The default setting for automatic IP assignment is not available for GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER521 using firmware V1.06 or earlier. 1. Open your web browser, and type the default IP address http://192.168.0.10...
  • Page 61 Getting Started IMPORTANT: If Dynamic IP Address or PPPoE is enabled, you need to know which IP address the camera will get from the DHCP server or ISP to log in. If your camera in installed in a LAN, use the GV-IP Device Utility to look up its current dynamic address.
  • Page 62: Configuring The Wireless Connection

    2.1.3 Configuring the Wireless Connection Wireless settings are only applicable to GV-FE3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 and GV-FER12203. Insert a WiFi adapter to the camera and follow the steps below to set up a wireless connection to your camera. 1.
  • Page 63 Getting Started F. Click Apply to save the configuration. Note: 1. Your encryption settings must match those used by the Access Points or wireless stations with which you want to associate. 2. When Ad Hoc is used, only WEP encryption is supported. 3.
  • Page 64 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. 5. Click Apply. The Camera will start creating a wireless connection to the access point. 6.
  • Page 65: Configuring The Basics

    Getting Started 2.2 Configuring the Basics Once the camera is properly installed, the following important features can be configured using the browser-based configuration page and are discussed in the following sections in this manual: • Date and time adjustment: see 4.8.1 Date and Time Settings. •...
  • Page 66: Chapter 3 Accessing The Camera

    4. A video image, similar to the example in Figure 3-2, 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 67: Functions Featured On The Main Page

    Accessing the Camera 3.2 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 68: The Live View Window

    3.2.1 The Live View Window Internet Explorer When accessing the camera live view using Internet Explorer, the following window appears. Figure 3-3...
  • Page 69 --- See 3.2.7 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View --- See 3.2.2 Fisheye View Enables the I/O Control Panel or the Visual Automation. This function is only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV- 8 I/O Control FER12203. --- See 3.2.14 I/O Control.
  • Page 70 Non-IE Browsers When accessing the camera live view using Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari, the following window appears. The following functions are not supported using non-IE browsers: Control panel, function buttons, Motion Detection, Tampering Alarm, Visual Automation, Text Overlay, and Two-Way Audio. Figure 3-4...
  • Page 71: Fisheye View

    You can eliminate the darker areas toward the edge of the image by making the red circle smaller, but the field of view will be slightly reduced. Figure 3-6 When GV-FE2301 / 4301 images are aligned, all four edges will be cropped slightly.
  • Page 72 Note: The circular source image of GV-FE2301 / 4301 should be centered and slightly cropped on all four edges. If the image is not centered, please contact your sales representative and send your device back to GeoVision for adjustment.
  • Page 73 Accessing the Camera Camera Modes: You can choose among four view modes. Quad view: Composed of four PTZ views. 360 degree: Composed of two PTZ view and one 360º panoramic view. Dual 180 degree: Composed of two 180º views. Single view: Composed of one PTZ view. Quad view: 4 PTZ views 360 degree: 2 PTZ views &1 360º...
  • Page 74 Show Source Video at Top-Right Channel: Shows the circular source image in the top-right quadrant when Quad view is selected. 360 degrees Object Tracking: Tracks moving objects under 360 degree view. Refer to 3.2.8 Object Tracking for more details. Settings: The following settings are available. Screen Ratio Setting: Select a ratio that best fits the display ratio of your computer.
  • Page 75: The Control Panel Of The Live View Window

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.3 The Control Panel of the Live View Window To open the control panel of the Live View window, click the arrow button on top of the viewer. You can access the following functions by using the left and right arrow buttons on the control panel.
  • Page 76 [Audio] Displays the audio data rates when the microphone and speaker devices are enabled. [I/O Control] Provides a real-time graphic display of the input and output status. You can force the output to be triggered by double-clicking its icon. [Alarm Notify] Displays images captured upon sensor triggers and/or motion detection. For this function to work, you must configure the Alarm Notify settings first.
  • Page 77 Accessing the Camera 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. You can choose one of the three presets: Indoor, Fluorescent, and Outdoor.
  • Page 78 [Temperature] Click the Monitor button to see the current temperature of the chipset in Celsius and Fahrenheit. [Download] Allows you to install the programs from the hard drive. Note: The I/O Control function is only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER12203.
  • Page 79: Snapshot Of A Live Video

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.4 Snapshot of a Live Video To take a snapshot of live video, follow these steps: 1. Click the Snapshot button (No. 5, Figure 3-3). 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 80: Wide Angle Lens Dewarping

    3.2.6 Wide Angle Lens Dewarping The fisheye source view is curved especially near the edges. Use this function to reduce the warping of live view. 1. Right-click on the live view to display a drop-down list. 2. Select Wide Angle Setting. The Wide Angle Dewarping Setting window appears. Figure 3-12 3.
  • Page 81: Picture-In-Picture And Picture-And-Picture View

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.7 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. The PIP and PAP views can only be displayed on the hemispherical source image.
  • Page 82 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 3-14 Right-click the live view and select PAP. A row of three inset windows appears at the bottom.
  • Page 83: Object Tracking

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.8 Object Tracking You can track moving objects in fisheye live view. The function is only available when the fisheye camera mode is set to be Geo Fisheye: 360 degree. When motion is detected, the top-right channel will start tracking the moving object and in the 360 degree view at the bottom, the moving object will be highlighted.
  • Page 84 Use the options below to customize object tracking. Mask Region: Use the mouse to outline a mask region where motion will be ignored. Object Size: Click the button to pause the live view and then use the mouse to outline the maximum and minimum size of the targeted object. Dwell Time of Motion: After a targeted object stops moving, the highlighted region and the top-right channel will remain fixed on the area for the number of seconds specified.
  • Page 85: Alarm Notification

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.9 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. Captured Images Pop-up live video Figure 3-17 To configure this function, click the Show System Menu button (No. 11, Figure 3-3), and select Alarm Notify.
  • Page 86 File Path: Assigns a file path to save the snapshots. Note: The Administrator can adjust the motion detection area by using the Motion Detection function. See 4.1.3 Motion Detection for more details. The I/O Alarm notification function is only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV- FER12203.
  • Page 87: Video And Audio Configuration

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.10 Video and Audio Configuration You can enable the microphone and speaker for two-way audio communication and set the number of frames to keep for live view buffer. Click the Show System Menu button (No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select Video and Audio Configuration. Camera: Sets the number of frames to keep in live view buffer.
  • Page 88 Audio Configure: You can enable the microphone and speaker and adjust the audio volume. Figure 3-20...
  • Page 89: Remote Configuration

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.11 Remote Configuration You can view the connection status of the central monitoring stations and upgrade firmware over the network. Click the Show System Menu button (No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select Remote Config. The Remote Config dialog box will appear. [Firmware Upgrade] In this tab, you can upgrade the firmware over the network.
  • Page 90: I/O Control

    The I/O Control window provides real-time graphic displays of camera status, I/O status, and alarm events. Additionally, you can remotely force output to be triggered. Note: I/O Control settings are only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER12203. Figure 3-22 •...
  • Page 91: Visual Automation

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.15 Visual Automation This function is only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER12203. 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 92: Network Status

    3.2.16 Network Status To view the network status, in the left menu, click Network and select Status. Figure 3-24...
  • Page 93: Chapter 4 Administrator Mode

    Administrator Mode Chapter 4 Administrator Mode The Administrator can access the system configuration through the network. Eight categories of configurations are involved in the system configuration: Video and Motion, I/O Control, Events and Alerts, Monitoring, Recording Schedule, Remote ViewLog, Network and Management.
  • Page 94 List of Menu Options Find the topic of interest by referring to the section number prefixed to each option. 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 4.1.6 Visual Automation 4.2.1 Input Setting 4.2 I/O Control 4.2.2 Output Setting...
  • Page 95: Video & Motion

    Administrator Mode 4.1 Video & Motion The GV-Fisheye Camera can simultaneously process one video source in two different codec and resolutions. The dual-stream design benefits for lower bandwidth environment, allowing Streaming 2 to be set with lower resolution and codec for live streaming, and Streaming 1 set with highest resolution and codec H.264 for best recording quality.
  • Page 96: Video Settings

    4.1.1 Video Settings Figure 4-2A...
  • Page 97 Administrator Mode Figure 4-2B...
  • Page 98 The codec options, resolutions and maximum frame rates are detailed below: Models Stream Image Resolution Maximum Frame Rate Main 1440 x 1376 GV-FE2301 15 fps 640 x 608 Main 2048 x 1536 GV-FE3402 / 3403 15 fps GV-FER3402 / 3403...
  • Page 99 Administrator Mode [Region of Interest] Defines clarity of different parts of the live view for the camera connecting to third-party software through ONVIF/RTSP. This function is disabled by default. Select Enable and click ROI Setting to configure: On the popup window, use your mouse and draw directly on the live view to specify a region.
  • Page 100 [Text Overlay Settings] Displays camera name, date, and/or time on the live view and recorded videos when viewing through GeoVision software. Camera Name: Type the camera name. Overlay with: Select one or more of the options below to be overlaid on the live view and recorded videos.
  • Page 101 Administrator Mode [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. Name: Type the camera name. Font Size: Select the font size using the drop-down list.
  • Page 102: Motion Detection

    4.1.2 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 4-4 The motion detection function is disabled by default. Follow the steps below to set up motion detection.
  • Page 103 6. To trigger the alarm output when motion is detected, select Output1 and click the Apply button. To activate the output settings, you must also start Input monitoring manually or by schedule. For related settings, see 4.4 Monitoring. Note: The I/O settings are only available for GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER12203.
  • Page 104: Privacy Mask

    The Privacy Mask function is used to block out sensitive areas on live view and recorded clips for the camera connecting to GeoVision software. This feature is ideal for locations where displays, keyboard sequences (e.g. passwords), and for anywhere else you don’t sensitive information visible.
  • Page 105: 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.
  • Page 106: Tampering Alarm

    GV-Center V2, GV-Vital Sign Monitor, GV-System, and GV-VMS. Note: Tampering Alarm with triggered output device is only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER12203. To establish the tampering alarm, set up at least one of these alarm types properly.
  • Page 107 Administrator Mode To configure the tampering alarm: 1. Select Enable. 2. If you want the camera to ignore any movement or scene change in certain areas, click button to drag areas on the camera view. 3. Select the desired detection sensitivity by moving the slider. The higher the value, the more sensitive the camera is to scene changes.
  • Page 108: Visual Automation

    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 change its current state, e.g. turning the light on. Note: Visual Automation settings are only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV- FER12203. Figure 4-9 1.
  • Page 109: I/O Control

    The I/O wires connected to the camera provide the interface for one input device and one output device. Note: The I/O settings are only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER12203. 4.2.1 Input Settings To activate the sensor input, select Enable.
  • Page 110: Output Settings

    4.2.2 Output Settings Select Enable to start the output device. Choose the output signal that best 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 111: Events & Alerts

    Administrator Mode 4.3 Events & Alerts The Administrator can set up the following alert methods to receive notifications when motion is detected or I/O devices are triggered: 1. Send a captured still image by e-mail or FTP. 2. Notify Center Monitoring Station, Center V2, Vital Sign Monitor or GV-GIS, by video or text alerts.
  • Page 112 Error) and hard disk full (HD Full). Note that e-mail notification upon input trigger is only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER12203. Important: To send e-mail alert upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page.
  • Page 113: Ftp

    Administrator Mode 4.3.2 FTP You can also send the captured images to a remote FTP server as alerts. Figure 4-14 [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 114 To send FTP alert upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page. Digital Input settings are only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301. [Act as FTP Server] Enable FTP access to GV-IPCAM: The camera acts as an FTP server, enabling users to download AVI files.
  • Page 115 Administrator Mode To access the internal FTP server through a web browser, type the IP address or the domain name of the camera in your browser like this: ftp://192.168.0.10 When prompted for Username and Password, type the default username ftpuser and the default password 123456.
  • Page 116: Center V2

    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. The input trigger function is only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER12203. Figure 4-15...
  • Page 117 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 118: Vital Sign Monitor

    Vital Sign Monitor. Important: To notify the Vital Sign Monitor upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page. Input trigger is only available for GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV-FER12203. Figure 4-16...
  • Page 119 Administrator Mode To enable the Vital Sign Monitor connection: 1. Activate Link: Enable the monitoring through Vital Sign Monitor. 2. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of Vital Sign Monitor. 3. Port Number: Match the port to Port 2 on Vital Sign Monitor. Or keep the default value 5609.
  • Page 120: Backup Center

    4.3.5 Backup Center The connection to the GV-Backup Center allows you to back up another copy of recordings to the GV-Backup Center on an offsite location while the camera is saving these data to the memory card. The GV-Backup Center provides a PC-based storage and backup solution. For details on the GV-Backup Center, see GV-Backup Center User’s Manual.
  • Page 121 Administrator Mode To enable connection to Backup Center: 1. Activate Link: Enable the connection to the Backup Center. 2. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of the Backup Center. 3. Port Number: Match the communication port on the Backup Center. Or keep the default value 30000.
  • Page 122: 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 123 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 124: Viewlog Server

    4.3.7 ViewLog Server The ViewLog Server is designed for remote playback function. This server allows you to remotely access the recorded files saved in the camera and play back video with the player ViewLog. Select Enable to activate the built-in server. Keep the default port 5552 or modify it if necessary.
  • Page 125: Rtsp/Onvif

    8. Enable Audio: Turns audio streaming on or off. Disable Authentication: Note this option is not supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 (firmware version 1.10 or earlier) and GV-FER521 (firmware V1.10 or earlier). By default, when accessing live view through RTSP command, the ID and password of the camera are required.
  • Page 126 [ONVIF] Enable Authentication: The ID and password of the camera are required to access the camera by a third-party DVR through ONVIF. This function is enabled by default. Enable Discovery Mode: Allows the third-party DVR to browse this camera. This function is enabled by default.
  • Page 127: Monitoring

    You can start recording manually, by schedule or by input trigger. Note: See Note for Recording at the beginning of the manual. Recording upon input trigger is only supported by GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV- FER12203. Figure 4-21 [Manual] Manually activates motion detection and I/O monitoring. Select one of the following options and then click the Start button.
  • Page 128: Recording Schedule

    4.5 Recording Schedule 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 up the schedule for recording. Figure 4-22 Span 1- Span 3: Set a different recording mode for each time span during the day. Each day can be divided into 3 time spans, shown as Span 1, Span 2, and Span 3.
  • Page 129: I/O Monitoring Settings

    Administrator Mode 4.5.2 I/O Monitoring Settings You can set the schedule for I/O monitoring to start. Note: The I/O Monitoring Settings are only supported for GV-FE2301 / 4301 and GV- FER12203. Figure 4-23 Span 1-3: Set different time spans during the day to enable I/O monitoring. Each day can be divided into 3 time spans, shown as Span 1, Span 2, and Span 3.
  • Page 130: Remote Viewlog

    4.6 Remote ViewLog With the Remote ViewLog function, you can play back the files recorded at the camera over TCP/IP network. For first-time users, you need to install the Remote ViewLog program from the Software DVD to the local computer. For remote access to the camera, the ViewLog Server built in the unit must be enabled.
  • Page 131: Network

    Administrator Mode 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. Note: WiFi related settings are only applicable to GV-FE3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 and GV- FER12203, and are only available when a WiFi adapter is inserted to the camera.
  • Page 132 [Optional Network Type] According to the network environment, select Wired Ethernet or Wireless. Before enabling the Wireless option, follow the steps in 2.1.3 Configuring the Wireless Connection to configure the wireless settings first. [LAN Configuration] Dynamic IP address: The network environment has a DHCP server which will automatically assign a dynamic IP address to the camera.
  • Page 133: Wireless Client Mode

    Administrator Mode 4.7.2 Wireless Client Mode Note this function is only supported in GV-FE3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 and GV-FER12203 when GV-WiFi Adapter is installed. Set up the client mode before enabling the wireless function. Figure 4-25 Network type: Select the network mode Ad Hoc or Infrastructure. Infrastructure: Connect to the Internet via the Access Point.
  • Page 134 WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy): A type of data encryption. Type up to four WEP Keys in HEX or ASCII format. Note that if you use HEX format, only digits 0-9 and letters A-F, a-f are valid. WPAPSK-TKIP and WPA2PSK-TKIP: Type WPA-PSK (Pre-Shared Key) for data encryption.
  • Page 135: Advanced Tcp/Ip

    Administrator Mode 4.7.3 Advanced TCP/IP This section introduces the advanced TCP/IP settings, including DDNS Server, HTTP port, streaming port, UPnP and QoS. Figure 4-26A...
  • Page 136 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. To enable the DDNS function: 1.
  • Page 137 Administrator Mode 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. 4. User Name: Type the user name used to enable the service from the DDNS. The username should look similar to your host name.
  • Page 138 [QoS Settings] The Quality of Service (QoS) is a bandwidth control mechanism that guarantees delay-sensitive data flows such as voice and video streams, obtain a certain amount of bandwidth to keep the streaming smooth. To apply QoS to the fisheye camera, all network routers must support QoS and QoS must be enabled on these devices.
  • Page 139: Umts Settings

    Administrator Mode 4.7.4 UMTS Settings 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 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: Ip Filtering

    Administrator Mode 4.7.5 IP Filtering The Administrator can set IP filtering to restrict access to the camera. Figure 4-28 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 142: Snmp Setting

    4.7.6 SNMP Setting The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) allows you to monitor the status of the camera with SNMP network management software. Figure 4-29 To set up the SNMP settings: 1. Select Enable SNMPv1 SNMPv2c to enable the function. 2.
  • Page 143: Management

    Administrator Mode 4.8 Management The Management section includes the settings of data and time and user account. Also you can view the firmware version and execute certain system operations. 4.8.1 Date and Time Settings The date and time settings are used for date and time stamps on the image. Figure 4-30...
  • Page 144 [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 145: Storage Settings

    Administrator Mode 4.8.2 Storage Settings Based on Linux ext3 file system, the camera supports memory cards for video and audio recordings. You need to format the memory card by using the following Storage Settings. After being formatted, the memory card will be ready to use by Linux OS of the camera. Figure 4-31...
  • Page 146 Note: GV-FER12203 currently does not support storage functions. [Storage Settings] Enable recycling: If the Enable recycling option is selected, when the space of the storage device is lower than the specified space, the system will either write the data to another device or overwrite the oldest recorded files.
  • Page 147 Administrator Mode To record to GV-NAS Systems, follow the steps below. 1. Under Network Neighborhood Settings, select Enable and click the Search button to search for available NAS servers. Figure 4-32 2. Type the username and password, and click Select. Figure 4-33 Note: Depending on the models of GV-NAS System, up to 16 default user accounts (username: Cam01 –...
  • Page 148 Tip: Instead of searching for available NAS servers, you can also type the storage path directly. 1. 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 149 Administrator Mode The storage device status is indicated in the status column: Status Description Formatting The storage device is being formatted. The camera cannot recognize the format of the storage device or Unknown the device cannot be found. Storage formatting is successful. Try Mount The camera is attempting to connect to the storage device.
  • Page 150: User Account

    4.8.3 User Account You can change the login name and password of Administrator, Guest and FTP Server User. • 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 151: Log Information

    Administrator Mode 4.8.4 Log Information The log information contains dump data that is used by service personnel for analyzing problems. Figure 4-38-1...
  • Page 152 Figure 4-38-2...
  • Page 153: Tools

    Administrator Mode 4.8.5 Tools This section allows you to execute certain system operations and view the firmware version. Figure 4-39...
  • Page 154 [Host Name] 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. Day Interval: Type the day interval between each automatic reboot. Reboot Time: Use the drop-down lists to specify the time for automatic reboot. [Repair Record Database] Click Apply to repair the database when errors occur while playing back the recordings with Remote ViewLog player.
  • Page 155: Language

    Administrator Mode 4.8.6 Language This section allows you to select the language of the Web interface. The Default option sets the Web interface to the language of the computer’s operating system. Figure 4-40...
  • Page 156: Chapter 5 Recording And Playback

    Chapter 5 Recording and Playback The camera can record video and audio directly to the memory card. You can play back the recorded files on the GV-System / GV-VMS or over the TCP/IP network. Note: See Note for Recording at the beginning of the manual. 5.1 Recording To enable the recording function: 1.
  • Page 157: 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-System / GV-VMS through a card reader • Playback using the Remote ViewLog function over the TCP/IP network •...
  • Page 158 1. Install the Ext2Fsd from the Software DVD. Note: If you are using Windows 8 or Windows Server 2012, change its compatibility before installing the Ext2Fsd program: A. Right-click the Ext2Fsd program and select Properties. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-1 B.
  • Page 159 Recording and Playback 2. 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 3. For the first-installation, execute the Ext2Fsd Service. A. From the Ext2 Volume Manager window, select Tools and select Service Management.
  • Page 160 4. 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 161 Recording and Playback 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 5. Access the recording files from the specified drive of your computer.
  • Page 162: Playback Over Network

    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. 1. The camera must allow remote access with ViewLog Server activated. See 4.3.7 ViewLog Server. 2. For first time users, run the Remote ViewLog program from the Software DVD. Next time whenever you would like to use this function, access this option from the camera’s Web interface.
  • Page 163: Access To The Recorded Files Through Ftp Server

    You can play back the downloaded files of AVI format with any multimedia 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 software DVD. If you have installed the Remote Playback...
  • Page 164: Playback Of Daylight Saving Time Events

    5.2.4 Playback of Daylight Saving Time Events On GV-System, 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 with the recorded files to GV-System for playback. The following instructions describe how to retrieve the recorded files from the camera over Internet.
  • Page 165: 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 166 9. Since the firmware adopts different storage format from V2.07 onward, be sure to re- format the memory card after firmware upgrade. If you have not done so, this warning message appears when you view the Monitoring or Storage Settings’ Web interface: Figure 6-1...
  • Page 167: Using The Web Interface

    Advanced Applications 6.1.1 Using the Web Interface 1. In the Live View window, click the Show System Menu button (No. 9, Figure 3-3) and select Remote Config. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-2 2. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer. 3.
  • Page 168: Using The Gv-Ip Device Utility

    6.1.2 Using the GV-IP Device Utility The GV-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 169 Advanced Applications 5. Click the Firmware Upgrade tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-5 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 170: Backing Up And Restoring Settings

    6.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings With the GV-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 171: Restoring The Settings

    Advanced Applications 6.2.2 Restoring the Settings 1. In Figure 6-4, click the Import Settings tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-7 2. Click the Browse button to locate the backup file (.dat). 3. Select Upgrade all devices to apply the settings to all devices of the same model in the same LAN.
  • Page 172: Restoring To Factory Default Settings

    1. Use the supplied torx wrench to unscrew and remove the camera cover. 2. Use a pointy object such as the tip of a pen to hold down the Load Default button. GV-FE2301 / 4301 System Status LED Default button...
  • Page 173 Advanced Applications GV-FER521 System Status LED Default button Figure 6-9 GV-FE3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 System Status LED Default button Figure 6-10...
  • Page 174 GV-FER3402 / 3403 / 5302 / 5303 Default button System Status LED Figure 6-11 GV-FER12203 Default button System Status LED Figure 6-12 3. Release the default button when the status LED blinks. 4. When the status LED fades, the process of loading default settings is completed and the camera reboots automatically.
  • Page 175: Changing Password

    Advanced Applications 6.4 Changing Password You change the login password of your GV-IP Camera using GV-IP Device Utility. 1. Make sure you have installed and executed GV-IP Device Utility. For details, see steps 1 to 3 in 6.1.2 Using the GV-IP Device Utility. This page appears. Figure 6-13 2.
  • Page 176 3. Type Password, click , select Other Settings and then select Change Password. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-15 4. Type the new password in both fields. To change devices of the same type to the same password, select Sync all devices. 5.
  • Page 177: Verifying Watermark

    Advanced Applications 6.5 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 178: The Watermark Proof Window

    6.5.3 The Watermark Proof Window Figure 6-16 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 179: Downloading Videos From The Micro Sd Card

    IPCam H.264 V1.11 or later. 6.6.1 Installing the GV-SDCardSync Utility 1. Download the GV-SD Card Sync Utility program from http://ftp.geovision.tw/FTP/neo/Utility/GvSDCardSync_Setup.zip Note: The GV-SD Card Sync Utility must be installed on the computer installed with GV-System V8.5.4 or later. 2. Execute the GV-SDCard Sync Utility program. The main window and the Setting window appear.
  • Page 180 3. To configure synchronization, network and startup settings, see the steps below. Figure 6-18 [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 181 Advanced Applications 4. By default, downloads are saved to :\GvSDCardSync and are not recycled automatically. To configure the storage and recycling settings, select the Storage tab on the Setting window. This page appears. Figure 6-19 [Recycle] Recycle when the storage space is less than (GB): Specify a minimum free space of your local storage for file recycling.
  • Page 182: The Gv-Sdcardsync Utility Window

    6.6.2 The GV-SDCardSync Utility Window After you have installed the GV-SDCardSync Utility, point to Start, select Programs, select GV-SDCardSync and select to launch the program. This window appears. Figure 6-20 No. Name Description Plays downloaded recordings of the selected GV-IP Cameras using Play Video the ViewLog player.
  • Page 183: Chapter 7 Dvr Configurations

    • The compatible GV-System and GV-VMS version for each GV-Fisheye Camera model: Camera Model Compatible GV-System Compatible GV-VMS GV-FE2301 / 4301 V8.5.6 (with patch files) or later GV-FER521 V8.5.3 or later GV-FE3402 / 3403 V14.10 or later GV-FE5302 / 5303 V8.5.9 or later...
  • Page 184 Note: By default, GV-Fisheye Camera is in dual streams and will take up 2 streams when connected to GV-System / VMS. • The hardware compression and the “Pre-Recording Using RAM” feature cannot work on the videos from the fisheye camera. TCP/ IP GV-Fisheye Camera GV-System with...
  • Page 185: Setting Up Ip Cameras On Gv-System

    DVR Configurations 7.1 Setting Up IP Cameras on GV-System To set up the camera 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 186 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 IP camera.
  • Page 187 DVR Configurations Click the listed camera 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 188: Customizing The Basic Settings On Gv-System

    Frames to keep in live view buffer: Specifies the number of frames to keep in the live view buffer. Recording Codec Format: Specifies whether to record in standard or GeoVision type of MJPEG, 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 189: Setting Up Ip Cameras On Gv-Vms

    DVR Configurations 7.2 Setting Up IP Cameras on GV-VMS Follow the steps below to manually connect your GV-Fisheye IP Dome 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...
  • Page 190 4. Select GeoVision and model name from the Brand drop-down list and select the camera from the Device drop-down lists. This dialog box appears. Figure 7-9 5. In the dialog box, configure the options which may vary depending on camera brands.
  • Page 191 DVR Configurations 7. To connect the added camera, click the box besides the ID column. Upon successful connection, the Status icon shows green, with the video resolution and bit rate being displayed in the correspondent columns. Figure 7-10...
  • Page 192: 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. To create a host, click the New button.
  • Page 193: Remote Monitoring With E-Map

    DVR Configurations 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 194: Connecting To The Ip Camera

    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. To enable the remote access to the DVR, click the Network button, select WebCam Server to display the Server Setup dialog box, and click OK to start the WebCam server.
  • Page 195: Chapter 8 Cms Configurations

    CMS Configurations Chapter 8 CMS Configurations This section introduces settings on connecting 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 196 • To set the appropriate port connecting to the IP camera, 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.
  • Page 197 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 198: Vital Sign Monitor

    8.2 Vital Sign Monitor The Vital Sign Monitor can monitor and manage the camera and I/O devices connected to the camera. TCP/ IP GV-Fisheye Camera Text Data GV-Fisheye Camera Figure 8-4 To set the appropriate port connecting to the camera, click Configure on the window menu, and select System Configure to display this dialog box.
  • Page 199: Dispatch Server

    CMS Configurations 8.3 Dispatch Server The Dispatch Server can manage the camera and I/O devices connected to the camera, and distribute them to the Center V2. TCP/ IP Center V2 GV-Fisheye Camera Video Data Text Data Dispatch Server GV-Fisheye Camera Center V2 Figure 8-6...
  • Page 200 To enable connecting to the camera, click the Setting button on the toolbar, and select Allow GV IP devices to login as subscriber from port. Keep the default port 5551, or modify it to match the Center V2 port on the camera. Figure 8-7 For further information on how to manage the video received from the camera, see GV-CMS Series User’s manual.
  • Page 201: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix A. Settings for Internet Explore 8 or later If you use Internet Explorer 8 or later, it is required to complete the following setting. 1. Set the Security to Medium-high (default). 2. Enable Allow previously unused ActiveX controls to run without prompt. 3.
  • Page 202: Rtsp Protocol Support

    B. RTSP Protocol Support The fisheye camera 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 fisheye camera>: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>:8554/<CH No.>.sdp For example, rtsp://admin:admin@192.168.3.111:8554/CH001.sdp If you use the VLC, and if authentication is not required, enter:...
  • Page 203: The Supported Mobile Broadband Devices

    Appendix C. The Supported Mobile Broadband Devices Brand Model Huawei E220, E392 E169, E1692, E156, EC189, E1752, E1756, E1756C, E169C Novatel MC998D USB760, USB727, MC950D ONDA MSA523HS MF100...
  • Page 204: The Cgi Command

    D. The CGI Command You can use the CGI command to obtain a snapshot of the live view without logging in the Web interface or to access the User Account Web interface. For a fisheye camera with the following details: IP address: 192.168.2.11 Username: admin Password: admin...
  • Page 205: Supported Firmware For Flash Memory

    Appendix E. Supported Firmware for Flash Memory The 128 MB flash memory is supported in firmware V1.09 or later. To look up if the camera contains a 128 MB type flash memory, access the web interface or the GV-IP Device Utility: •...

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