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29 Viewing Cameras through a Web Browser .............. 133 30 Setting up an IP Camera or Video Server module (v2.3 SP2) ......... 137 31 Panoramic Video Surveillance--PVS (v2.3 SP2)............141 Index ............................145 NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Windows PC. Tip: Current video server units typically include up to 5 audio inputs. Related: 25.1 Capture Board Reference NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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NetVision Software: • Remote Module: View and record 1 camera • Netvision (Video Server): View and record at a time, with access to playback utility and up to 16 cameras at a time, plus other features. access/support for all other features, and system configuration;...
Feature Overview specific cameras if desired; Briefly, the NetVision system supports: • NetVision Plus and Micro DVR units support • Local and remote security via local and up to 120fps (NTSC) or 100fps (PAL) on a 16 camera system. NetVision Elite systems remote user passwords and permissions;...
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• NetVision Video Servers will include up to external sensors triggered, one for video motion-sense, and one for either/both). five audio inputs—allowing audio to be included with camera images and monitored • at authorized remote stations. (Systems Netvision users can 'chat' on-line include a built-in sound card with with Video Server operators.
Chat: Allows sending and receiving text to alert or collaborate on-line with other NetVision users; • Audio Monitor: Allows remote stations to monitor audio from Video Servers equipped with a microphone (associated with a camera); NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Video Server Desktop The Main Window: Displays selected camera-views (from 1 to all 16 at-a-time); Tip: A hard-disk usage indicator appears at the bottom of the screen. "Display" Selections: The upper- right portion of the screen allows you • Select the number of camera/views (or 'groups' of cameras) to be visible at one time.
Video Server: Allows remote surveillance Related Topics: 11.2 Remote Users and Permissions stations to view cameras connected to a (+ HTTP server port) Video Server; Related Topics: 8 Viewing Live Cameras NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Usernames are also referenced when managing capture board). remote user connections from a Video Server. With the small remote module software, you enter your name and/or password only when connecting (where applicable). NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
5.2.3 Logging in At a Video Server Remote Station: Logging Out, Changing Operators, or Video Servers support two types of local users: Shutting Down Supervisors, and Operators. [Logon] At a Video Server, click on the main At a surveillance station, there is no need to screen.
Files\Digital Surveillance Recorder\...). Related Topics: 25.3 Wiring Reference Shutdown: Right-click the Alarm Alert Receiver symbol (head/portrait) on the right-hand side of the Windows task bar, and select Exit. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
6.2.2 6.2.4 Using the Alarm Receiver Manually Viewing the Associated Camera Image When a new alarm comes in from a surveillance station, the alarm alert receiver To view the live camera image in a small will open automatically showing the Video window, double-click the camera number at the Server (IP address) and camera number.
Alarm / Recording Status Indications at a Video Server (Camera Number Colours) 6.4.1 6.4.2 Indications in the "Display" Area Indications in the "Record" area (Top-right) (middle-right) Line Above Camera Button: Video Different types of recordings are indicated by motion-detection enabled (will auto-record the colour of each camera button: when motion is detected);...
To send a message, click within the 'message' box, type your message, and click [Send]. When you see a response, repeat these steps to send a response. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Playing or Downloading Video Recordings Micro DVR: Searching and playback using the Micro DVR product is covered separately. Related Topics: 28 Working with the Older Playback Engines Surveillance (PVS) control enabled to allow Overview--Types of working with panoramic camera images. Playback Playback--Technical Details Four different playback methods are provided:...
• Control Playback: Use the playback controls near the bottom-right. A speed control is on the right. • Move around in the Timeline: Use the slider NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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and controls near the bottom-left. Pause: Stops playing the video(s) and • stays at the present position in the file(s). To perform another search, work with the file list, or process Stop: Stops playing the video(s) and filekeeping tasks, use the coloured buttons resets to the beginning of each file.
To perform another search, click the folder/binoculars symbol in the playback screen, OR start over from the playback menu. (Click the [X] (top-right) to close any screen that is in the way.) NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Remote Station Software: It is best to define 7.4.3 remote servers through the [Station List] on the The Search Screen desktop, since this information is automatically shared with the [Server Management] screen (but not the other way around). Related Topic: 13.3 Station List (Identifying the Video Servers) Middle of the Screen - Event: Select the types of recordings that you...
7.6 Working with the Playback Screen (v2.3 SP2) 7.8 Working with the File List (v2.3 SP2) 31 Panoramic Video Surveillance (PVS) Steps: 1) Go to: [Playback], [Video Search] . The Search screen will 360 Playback) appear. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Main Portion of the Screen Remote Software: Click the coloured 'Play' button, then select [Video Search] (or [360 - With "Show Grid" selected, this area shows a Playback] ). camera image with a grid of selectable squares 2) Select from ALL search parameters (motion-detection zones).
Related Topics: filekeeping tasks, use the coloured buttons 7.8 Working with the File List (v2.3 SP2) on the right. 10.5 Filekeeping (v2.3 SP2) NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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7.6.4 The Playback Screen Play (standard playback control buttons) Play: Starts playing the video clip(s) for the selected start time. Auto Play: This occurs automatically if "Auto Play" is selected ( ) near the bottom-right corner of the screen. Pause: Stops playing the video(s) and stays at the present position in the file(s).
Tip: You can only zoom once. To reframe your image, click 'Zoom Out', and then try again. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Working with the File (zoom out): Select this to view the full List image after zooming in; 7.8.1 Introduction (save): This allows saving your snap This topic describes how to access and work shot. (Browse for the desired folder, and click with the file list regardless of which type of [OK] search/playback method you are using.
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(unmarked ones will be marked, and time as selected for the search. marked ones will be unmarked). - Event: Shows the type of video recordings as selected for the search. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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- File Filter: Shows the type(s) of video Remote Files: After searching for 'Remote' files, only "Preview" and "Download" functions will be recordings as selected for the search. You available in the file list. After downloading, the other can select to either Show All Files, or functions will be available.
(if applicable). When ready, click [OK]. Tip: You can close the screen and select 'local' for local files. 3) Select your desired criteria at the top of the quad search screen. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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7.9.4 The (Quad) Search Screen Locator: [Playback], [Quad Playback]. Remote Software: Click the coloured 'Play' button, and then select [Quad Playback]. Then, click the 'search' button (folder/binoculars) at the bottom of the quad playback screen Server Name / IP Address: Enter (or select) the IP address or PC name of the NetVision server PC (computer that contains the video files).
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The first letter of the filename, and the "Event" • Green: A scheduled recording. column (in the File List screen) indicate the type of recording for each file: A / ALM: A motion / alarm-triggered recording; NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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7.9.5 The (Quad) Playback Screen Utility: This opens the Utility screen Locator: [Playback], [Quad Playback]. where you can set playback options, view properties for a selected file (quadrant), and set Remote Software: Click the coloured 'Play' button, then the file type for all snapshots saved using Quad select [Quad Playback].
Remote Software: Click the coloured 'Play' button, and then select [Quad Playback]. With a file (quadrant) selected in the quad playback screen, click the Utility button (tools symbol) at the bottom of the screen. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
- Remove a server from the list: Select the 7.10 Server Management-- remote server in the list, and click [Remove]. Identifying Remote Servers Attention: Ensure you have the correct server for Playback selected. You will NOT be prompted to confirm. 7.10.3 The "Server List"...
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Remote Service Manager. DSR Configuration, Read-Only: The Connection Name cannot be changed. If you wish to change this, [Add] it as a new server, and then delete the old one. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Viewing Live Cameras 8.1.1 Connecting to a Video Server Viewing Cameras from a Remote Station Double-click a Video Server in the list near the upper-right corner of your From a remote surveillance station, you can display (or select a station and click view up to 16 cameras at the same time.
Auto Alarm Display (v2.3 SP2): Cameras can be Related Topics: set to display automatically when motion is 8.3 Changing a Camera's View (Pan/Tilt/Zoom); detected, or an external alarm occurs. 9 Recording Camera-Views; NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Related Topic: 15.3 Auto Alarm Display (v2.3 SP2) Alarm Overlay (v2.3 SP2): Special camera subtitles can be set up to appear for individual cameras when motion is detected, or an external alarm occurs. Related Topic: 15.4 Set Up Alarm Overlays (v2.3 SP2) Multi-Camera Views: In general, camera numbers are associated with a specific screen...
[Monitor] value first (switcher Related Topics: port associated with this camera). 16.3 Pan/Tilt/Zoom Activation and Set Up NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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8.3.3 PTZ Control at a Video Server After logging in, click the PTZ button near the bottom-right corner of the main desktop (a narrow form will appear on the right). Then, select the camera number (beneath "model"), and click [Connect]. Exception: For cameras connected through a switcher, you'll need to set the [Monitor] value first...
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Menu: Activates the on-screen menu (for cameras that support this). Exception (Pelco-P): For a Pelco-P camera, select preposition 95 to enable the on-screen menu. To navigate the menus, use pan up/down and iris open/close. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Monitoring Cameras via TV (Spot Monitor) 8.4.1 Introduction Current video cards include a composite-video output allowing individual cameras to be displayed on television monitor(s) manually, in sequence, or when an alarm occurs (external input or video motion-detection). 8.4.2 Opening or Closing the TV- Monitor Control To open or close the TV-monitor control, double-click the television/monitor icon on...
AVI (or MPEG) files for the specific camera. Legal Notice: The recording of live audio is subject to local bylaws. Be sure to find out if audio recording is restricted in your area before proceeding. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Recording at a Video Server At a Video Server, you can: • Double-click a camera-image to zoom to full screen, and start recording (if "Instant Recording" is enabled); • Start or stop recording by selecting camera numbers(s) in the "Record" area of the main screen (on the right);...
Properties.) at a certain time (Self-housekeeping). Related Topic: 10.7 Automatic Video File Management (Self Housekeeping) • Manage files outside of the NetVision software. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
10.3.2 Filename / Location Reference: Especially for the Video Server, it is important to ensure that the date and time are always Captured video files are stored under \dsr- correct--since this information is used to video on the specific PC, in folders for each manage video recordings.
• Select all criteria, and click [Start Search]. The number of 'found' files will appear. • If desired, perform a Motion Search: Click [Motion Search], select 'detection zones' and other criteria, and click [OK]. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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When it finishes, the number of 'motion-found' 10.5.3 files will appear. The Filekeeping Screen • Select [File List] beside "Search" or "Motion Search" as applicable/desired. Related Topics: 7.4 Video Search (v2.3 SP2); 7.6 Working with the Playback Screen (v2.3 SP2); 7.8 Working with the File List (v2.3 SP2) 2) In the file list, use the right-click menu to preview files, and 'mark' them for each desired Filekeeping action.
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- [Stop FileKeeping]: Select this if you want to stop a FileKeeping process that is already underway. - [Close]: Select this to close this screen (same as clicking the [X] in the top-right corner). NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
10.6 Housekeeping 10.6.1 Access the housekeeping feature: At a Remote Station: Click the Housekeeping symbol (broom) near the bottom right corner. At a Video Server: (Logged in at the Video Server), Select: [Utility], then [Housekeeping]. -------------------------------------------------- Backup Delete Then, select depending on what you wish to do.
Remote Station: (Logged in at a remote corner of the screen. station), Select: The "Utility" button -------------------------------------------------- Self-Housekeeping (tools symbol), [Cancel] When finished, click to close the Setup, [Start Setup]. 'housekeeping' screen. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Attention: This selection should be used only in conjunction with manual file-management (NOT Self-Housekeeping). You must be sure to copy or move any alarm/video files that you wish to keep. Details: 10.3 Introduction to Video File Management (Filekeeping and Housekeeping) 10.5 Filekeeping (v2.3 SP2);...
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To view these files in your default text editor (e.g., notepad), locate and open (double-click) the indicated file. File Locator: d:\DSR-Video\Log\HK\yyyymmdd.txt ("d" represents the drive letter of the recording hard drive.) NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Tasks Performed at the Video Server Only 11.1.2 11.1 Video Server Users and Additional Local Users (Local User Manager) Passwords Related Topics: 11.2 Remote Users and Permissions You can set up additional local users with their (+ HTTP server port) own password if desired.
Camera Mask and Grid with Camera Numbers: This allows limiting the cameras that an ‘Operator’ will be able to view/control. Select “Camera Mask” ( ), and then select the desired cameras. -------------------------------------------------- NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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[Properties]: Select this to set up permissions for a remote user. (Select the user in the list, click here, and then make your selections). Top of the Screen This window shows a list of remote users that have been set up. Video Server (+ playback) Buttons in the Middle of the...
(double-click) the indicated file. specific remote users. File Locator: d:\DSR-Video\Log\Alarm\yyyymmdd.txt ("d" represents the drive letter of the recording hard drive.) NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
11.4 Backing Up or Restoring Configuration Settings -------------------------------------------------- You can backup your Video Server settings to [Cancel] When finished, click to close the protect against data loss (or operator error). backup/restore menu, and then click Diskette Needed: This requires a 3.5" diskette (to close the list (upper-right corner).
When finished, click the [X] in the top-right corner. If you need to disconnect a remote user, select the user, and click [Terminate]. To Use the Chat Feature: (see "Related Topics"). NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
On-Line Help: Look for "Screen • Reference (Video Server)" under "Reference Topics" in the topic outline; User's Guide: Look for "Utility", and • "DSR Configuration" in the Index. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Remote Station Configuration • Jpeg: Frame by frame compression (Mjpeg); 13.1 Remote Stations: • DivX 3.11: Produces smaller, high quality AVI Basic Set-up recordings. Note: Mpeg4 and Indeo5 are supported directly. A few items can be configured for For other file types, the applicable CODEC must remote stations.
"Clean up all Passwords". Be sure to select "No" if you don't want to have to log in the next time. Start recording when alarm starts: This has the displayed camera-view recorded NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
automatically whenever an alarm alert is received; Recording time (seconds): This sets the duration for automatic alarm-alert recordings; Close window after recording: Select this if you want the camera window to close automatically at the end of the recording time. -------------------------------------------------- Alarm Image Loop This causes the first 5-10 frames from the...
(Otherwise, the [Exit] the TV-out feature (Spot Monitor). button is available only when logged on as a "Supervisor".) Related Topics: 8.4 Monitoring Cameras via TV (Spot Monitor) NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
-------------------------------------------------- When finished, click [OK], and then click to close the list (upper-right corner). Attention: To recognize any DSR Configuration changes made while the Video Server software is running, you may need to restart the software. 14.3 Setting Video Playback Sessions to be Logged You can optionally have remote playback sessions logged at each Video Server.
(outgoing Logon as a "Supervisor" when prompted. email address) and password if required for Optional Features Setup Then, double-click your outgoing email; in the list. When the screen appears, select NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Dial-up E-Mail Connection: This is handled through your e-mail settings (nothing else needs to be set in Netvision). Note: Web-page-based e-mail services are NOT supported at the Video Server. Alarm Message To and Cc: These are the email addresses of the person(s) who are to receive the email alerts from this Video Server (e.g., jmartin@mailco.com).
[Dial-up Connections Setting] (to follow / below). Backup Connection: (Optional). For a dial- up connection. Type the exact name of a second dial-up connection to be used if a NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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- Number of Frames: This is the number of connection cannot be made via the “Primary Connection”. frames to be displayed (2 - 10) starting when the alarm occurred; Note: If the “Primary Connection” is misspelled, and the “Backup Connection” is either blank or misspelled, - Number of Pre-Alarm Frames: This is the the Alarm Alert Caller will try to use the first connection number of frames to be displayed (1 - 5) from...
Attention: To recognize any changes made in DSR Configuration while the NetVision Video Server software is running, you may need to restart the software. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
15.4.2 The Alarm Overlay Setup Screen 15.4 Set Up Alarm Overlays (v2.3 SP2) ATM Interface Option: Subtitles should NOT be used with the ATM Interface option as they may interfere with ATM overlays. Related Topic: 27 Using the ATM Interface Option 15.4.1 About Alarm Overlays You can define special alarm-overlay subtitles...
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- [Apply]: This applies and saves your settings without closing this screen. Attention: To recognize any changes made in DSR Configuration while the NetVision Video Server NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Camera, Audio, and PTZ Settings 16.1.3 16.1 Set up Cameras and Titles [Subtitle Setter] (Custom Titles for Cameras) You can set the name to be associated with each camera. Cameras that are physically ATM Interface Option: Subtitles should NOT be connected to a Video Server also need to be used with the ATM Interface option as they may activated, and all other camera numbers...
16.3 Pan/Tilt/Zoom Activation and Set Up 16.4 Show Date and Time in Video Image (Time Stamp) 25.2 Camera and PTZ Reference Setting up an IP Camera (or Video Server module) NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
16.3 Pan/Tilt/Zoom Activation and Tip: After [Apply]-ing settings for all needed ports, click [Camera Table] to set the camera/port Set Up assignments. -------------------------------------------------- Cameras with pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) control are Enable PTZ: Select this ( ) to allow fully supported. This feature must be enabled pan/tilt/zoom control for cameras that support and properly set up.
16.5 Enable Audio for Specific 16.6 Setting the Sound Level Cameras For good quality audio recording and playback, you may need to adjust the audio levels. This Audio recording and playback is supported is done using the Windows recording volume through up to 5 audio inputs included on the control.
Related: 25.1 Capture Board Reference Push Button: The microphone can have a direct/permanent connection, or it can be controlled through a push-button or switch (e.g., for a one-way A/V intercom application). NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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16.7.4 Remote Station: Initiate an Audio Monitoring Session To begin monitoring audio from a Video C) Under Audio Source, select Sound Server, you need to activate the 'Audio Client', Card (or other audio source such as and log-on to the desired Video Server. #1,2,3,4 for a capture board with an Tip: Multiple audio sessions can be set up if you audio input or inputs on an optional 4-...
Local drives and 'mapped' network drives are both Video Quality - PCI Traffic Control supported. 32-bit PCI Slot: Ensure this is selected. 64-bit PCI Slot: Future use. -------------------------------------------------- NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
17.2.3 Codec Tip: Since MS Windows uses the C:/ drive for virtual memory, it is best to NOT use this drive. As well, larger drives are better (at least 40 GB is This selection determines the type of recommended). compression and file format for video recordings.
Playing or Downloading Video Recordings Recording Camera-Views 17.1 Video Setup (in DSR Configuration) 17.3 Resolution and Recording Mode 25.2 Camera and PTZ Reference 28.1 The Video Playback Feature (Micro DVR) NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
17.3 Resolution and Recording 17.4 Frame Rate for Recording Mode You can set the recording "frame rate" for the various types of recordings for each individual You can select the quality for recordings, and camera. Slower frame rates provide smaller decide what the system will do when the hard recording files, and much-improved viewing drive starts to get full.
1) For a specific date; 2) For a specific Weekday; 3) Every weekday / weekend; 4) Every day. This allows setting schedules for everyday or every weekday, with higher priority schedules acting as 'exceptions' (such as for holidays). NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Schedule Planner Setting Times using the Keyboard: Select a Select . Then, use one of the following approaches: camera near the top of the screen, and enter -------------------------------------------------- start and end times for an individual block of Getting Started: Start by using the buttons [Add] time.
The recording duration will be as set under “(in sec.)” or for as long as the triggering event remains in effect—whichever is shortest (i.e., the set value is taken as a maximum). NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
-------------------------------------------------- (External Alarm Input) When finished, click [OK], and then click To support pre-alarm recording, the external close the list (upper-right corner). input must be enabled for the specific camera Attention: To recognize any DSR Configuration (even if you're using this only with video motion changes made while the Video Server software is detection).
/ "original".) Related Topic: 31 Panoramic Video of motion. Surveillance--PVS (v2.3 SP2). -------------------------------------------------- (In the Camera Window) [Close] When finished, the detection- Setting Detection Zones: Click the desired settings form. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Related Topic: 10.4 To Allow Using a Blank "Startup" folder. 19.1.3 Microphone and Speakers Current systems typically include up to 5 audio inputs (one microphone jack, plus up to 4 line- NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
19.2.4 Video Card and Monitor 19.2 Remote Station Required: A good quality video card and PC Requirements monitor supporting SVGA resolution (800x600) 19.2.1 or higher. Processor (CPU) Exception: XGA (1024x768) is recommended for viewing Video Servers with PAL cameras. (And this Remote station software can be run on a resolution is required at the Video Servers typical,...
6) When finished, put the CD in a safe start. (If it doesn't start automatically, place. eject and reinsert the CD.) Related Topics: 19.2 Remote Station PC Requirements 21 Network and Connectivity Issues NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
20.2 Reinstalling or Upgrading the Video Server Software Note: Installing or upgrading the NetVision software must be done by someone with NT administrator authority (i.e., logged in as administrator). Screen Resolution: Video Servers using Pal cameras must be set for 1024 x 768 resolution. Systems using NTSC cameras require a screen resolution of 800 x 600.
Video Server IP address (i.e., at each Tip: For "IP Protocols", select "Permit All". Note: To remote station on the network). Details: [Start] provide better security for the NetVision Video Server, NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
• the factory defaults include TCP/IP filtering = enabled, Dial-up networking must be set up so the and only the non-optional ports indicated above are remote station can connect with the Video allowed (you can add more ports if needed). NetVision Server.
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[Finish]. (You will see your new connection in My Network Places Right-click on the Windows the list.) Properties desktop, and select from the pop-up menu. Make New In the next screen, double click Connection. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
21.11 Network Usage 21.11.1 Network Utilization: One Remote Station will typically use 2.5% to 7% of a 10Mbit (LAN) network. It is about 2.5% with normal operation (4 cameras displayed) but it could peak to 7% with PTZ usage. In Windows XP Professional, this can be monitored via: "Ctrl-Alt-Delete, Networking [Task Manager],...
• [NO]: The Video Server will remember the last password you entered. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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22.4 Overview of Features OnLine View: Allows viewing or recording one camera at a time. alarm alert (This can also be opened from the feature.) Server: This allows selecting a Video Server. Enter the Video Server IP address (network PC name may also work). Camera: After connecting, select a desired camera here.
5 audio inputs.) Related Topics: 16.5 Enable Audio for Specific • Frame Rate: Allows setting the frame rate Cameras for various types of recordings (up to 30 frames/second); NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
The WatchDog Feature 24.1 Introduction 24.3 Setting up the Watchdog Feature The Watchdog feature helps protect against the NetVision software 'hanging', or becoming 24.3.1 PC BIOS Setup for Auto-Startup unresponsive while unattended. If a problem is detected, the Video Server PC will be Note: This is typically pre-set at the factory.
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When finished, click [OK], and then click to close the list (upper-right corner). Attention: To recognize any DSR Configuration changes made while the Video Server software is running, you may need to restart the software. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
24.4 Hardware Watchdog Option Status LEDs Acknowledge Button Signalling Outputs Trouble LED Standby LED Comm Error To capture station Normal LED COM port Acknowledge Use a 2x5 header with 10 conductor flat cable To PC Reset Pin 1: Align the red wire with the small triangle.
For more information, contact your authorized 4 cards, 16 cameras support representative. 2 cards, 8 cameras – – (When viewed from the rear; left to right.) Related Topics: 25.2 Camera and PTZ Reference NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
25.1.5 Audio Inputs 16.7 Remote Audio Monitoring 25.2 Camera and PTZ Reference Current NetVision Plus and Elite systems include a built-in sound card with microphone 25.2.1 Cameras Supported (including jack, plus up to 4 line-level audio inputs (on video capture boards, or an optional 4-input PTZ models) audio board).
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4 cameras at a time (i.e., 'quad' mode), only cameras associated with different screen 'quadrants' can be displayed at the same time. Related Topic: 8.2 Viewing Cameras at a Video Server NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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25.2.4 • (9600, 8, N, 1) PTZ Model Reference PELCO_ASCII Notes: Manufacturers may change their protocol • Pelco ASCII Protocol (Revision G) PELCO CM6700 without notice. V2.3 remote stations can control PTZ cameras from • Switcher for Coaxitron PTZ control V2.1, V2.2, and V2.3 NetVision Video Servers.
25.2.6 RS232 – RS422/485 Converter Detail 5 4 3 2 1 Blue Serial IN (RS232) Black Green Yellow Front of NetVision server (capture station) JP1 Reference Typical (default) Half Duplex (Tx/Rx on same line) Half Duplex w/RTS Control Other Jumpers (always) (always) per PTZ voltage (see diagram)
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MUX Camera Numbering…" Video Capture (1 of 4) board only Out to Audio Inputs (NetVision Plus): The Video Server PC includes an integrated sound card with a microphone jack and line-level output for (self-powered) PC speakers. Video capture boards each...
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(self-powered) PC speakers. Elite units support an optional 4-input line-level audio board. Bare microphones to connect through a line-level input will each require a suitable microphone pre-amp. Related: 25.1 Capture Board Reference NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Troubleshooting 26.1 26.3 Unable to Connect Video Playback Problems 26.3.1 Check these items: Black Screen Flickers when 1) Ensure the Video Server is running, You Try to Play a Video and logged onto the network. Recording 2) Ensure you are using the correct IP Try deactivating "DirectDraw"...
27.2 Topics Covered Elsewhere: • "ComTools" Software Installation and Set Up; • ATM Interface Option Installation and Set Up: These topics are documented separately (provided with the ATM Interface Option) NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
27.5 Playing ATM Video Recordings 27.5.1 Part 1: Introduction and Accessing This Feature ATM videos can be played back in a similar manner to other recordings, although this can be done only through the ATM event playback screen. • Select the Playback function of your NetVision software: Video Server: [Playback] button near the "Remote", and enter (or select) the IP address...
------ Zoom (50%, 100%, 200%): This allows you to change the size of the video image. [ Search ]: Click this to perform a new search. See "Part 2", previous/above. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
27.6 Additional Options 27.7 Viewing and Printing 'Snapshots' (the right-click menu) Some additional commands can be accessed You can take 'snap shots' of desired images by right-clicking the transaction number for a from a video file, and print or save them as file/event: desired.
Remote Playback of ‘Super’ Recordings: When recordings made at ‘Super’ resolution are played back through a remote connection, they will never appear at better than ‘High’ resolution. For viewing at maximum resolution, download before viewing. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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28.2 Step 1: Open the Video Player At a remote station, click the blue 'Play' button in the bottom-left corner. At a Video Server, click [Playback] in the panel near the bottom-right. Remote Module Software: Click the dark green 'Play' button. Tip: To close the playback window when finished, click the [X] in the top right corner.
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Tip: You can also select start and end date/time at the bottom of the screen. (To use the pop-up calendar, click the button next to the Start or End date.) NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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28.4.5 28.4.6 3e) Locating File(s) in the List 3f) Old/Quad Player: Items at the Bottom of the File New-Style Player: You can view files List pertaining to one day at a time (select the folder for the desired day on the left). Date/Time, Coloured Bands, and Magnifying Glasses The bottom of the screen includes arrows for...
Be sure to select Motion Search files (instead of "Normal" or "Backup"), and select the correct Server, Camera, and Date-range NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Utility (tools symbol): This allows setting the pertaining to the desired "motion-found" file-format for snapshots. files. Related Topics: 28.1 The Video Playback Related Topic: Browse forward to "Viewing and Feature (Micro DVR) Printing 'Snapshots'". Playback Controls (near the top right): 28.6 Step 4: Playing a Video These buttons allow controlling video playback:...
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Buttons Near the Bottom Right: These allow replaying or resuming a video, pausing, stopping, and jumping to the next or previous file. These buttons appear yellow when available. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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28.7 Window Options and File Properties (Micro DVR, Quad Player) [Utility]: This button (bottom of the playback allows setting playback options (for the window) selected playback area), and viewing properties (for the presently-displayed video file). Tip: If in 'quad' playback mode, click the title-bar of the desired window first.
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Tip: and a 'counter' value. You can use the Windows Explorer to locate the file and make copies, or change the filename as desired. ------ NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Viewing Cameras through a Web Browser Also See: 28.3 Using WebCam 8.1 Viewing Cameras from a Remote Station 8.2 Viewing Cameras at a Video Server WebCam works by continuously ‘grabbing’ 8.3 Changing a Camera's View (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) JPEG images from the NetVision video server. 8.4 Monitoring Cameras via TV (Spot Monitor) With a fast connection, this is capable of a 28.1...
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Select a frame rate suitable for your connection speed/bandwidth. [OK] Click if prompted with “User name or password is wrong”. Then enter a valid username (e.g., demo), and password (e.g., NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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28.4.2 demo), and click [Connect]. (pressing the Items on the Right-Hand Side of Enter key will not work here). the Screen Then, select your desired cameras, and other - Camera-View Symbols (if present): These items on-screen. allow switching between 1 and 4 camera-views. Tip: As of this writing (2005.09), cameras 1, 3, 5, and 7 - Server: Enter the name or IP address of the are available under netvisiondemo.
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Search for “</head>” (including the forward slash, but without the quotes), and then look for a line that begins with <td>. (The text appears near the end of the line). NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
30.3 Hardware Installation and Setting up an IP Set-up Camera or Video Server Ensure your IP cameras and/or network video module (v2.3 SP2) servers are connected to their network and communicating as described in the installation 30.1 Introduction instructions provided with that hardware. NetVision supports a number of models of IP Multiple PTZ Cameras: PTZ connections for...
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- Password: This is the password associated Elmo Server: Elmo IP cameras and/or video servers. with the username above. Sony Server: Sony IP cameras and/or video servers. NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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- Re-enter: Re-enter the password here. (This software is running, you may need to restart the software. helps to protect against saving with an incorrect password). 30.6 Additional Considerations - Camera Number: This is a relative camera number on an IP video server hardware module. Cameras that are accessed via IP are still cameras nonetheless, so they need to be set Note: For an actual IP camera, this does not apply...
• Receptionist or guard station security Panoramic Video Surveillance--PVS 31.2 Technical Information (v2.3 SP2) The PVS option uses an ImmerVision 360 lens 31.1 Introducing PVS with 1/3" sensor, CS mount, and automatic Have you ever wanted to see everywhere at iris.
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Camera Position - For each panoramic camera, select the camera number from the drop-down list, and then select how that camera is mounted (on a wall, the ceiling, or the ground). NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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31.6 The PVS Control Screen - [Single]: Shows the middle of the image. Tip: This view supports virtual zooming and PTZ. - [Quad]: Shows the image in four quadrants. 31.6.1 Top of this Screen - (camera and mounting information): During camera viewing, the camera and mounting type are identified here.
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(same as the right arrow below). - (left and right arrows): Click the left arrow to zoom out, and the right arrow to zoom in (same as the magnifying glass above). NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
Index 360 Playback ....20, 22, 24, 27, 35, 141 ATM files Using the PVS control .........141 Authenticate ..........123 360 view............ 38, 141 Download ............123 Using the PVS control .........141 Protect/Unprotect ........123 Viewing Cameras at a Video Server .....38 View or print snapshots .......123 ABM ..............120 ATM Interface Option ........120 Acknowledging alarm alerts ......12...
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Check the PC Date and Time ......48 Synchronized Playback (v2.3 SP2--server only) Checking your Software Version....... 48 ..............18 Clock..............48 System I/O Primer.........12 PC date and time .......... 48 Video Search (v2.3 SP2).......20 NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Viewing Cameras from a Remote Station ..37 Recording Setup..........84 Working with the Playback Screen (v2.3 SP2) Remote Service Manager......58 ..............24 Self Housekeeping ........54 Communications / Server Modules .....8 Set Alarm Mode (for external alarms)....90 Composite video ..........43 Utility (Configuration Backup and Restore)..61 Composite Video Video Setup (for 'Fast Motion' and 'Sync Displaying .............43...
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HTTP port ...........58, 60 Feature overview ..........4 HTTP Server .............68 Features.............. 4 HTTP server port.........58, 60 File (in DSR Configuration -- Recording Setup) 85 Identifying Remote Servers for Playback ..35 NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Image quality..........35, 67 Remote Station..........10 Inputs ............12, 91 Video Server..........10 Setting up Pre-Alarm Recording....91 Login to Windows automatically ......107 System I/O Primer.........12 Making CDs to be accessible as a drive letter...49 Installing or Upgrading the Remote Station Management ..48, 50, 53, 54, 57, 58, 60, 61, 62 Software............96 Backing Up or Restoring Configuration Instant playback ..........86...
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Setting Video Playback Sessions to be Logged OSRD (see [Camera Table] )......79 ..............69 Other PTZ Features .......... 41 Playback Window Options and Video/File Output wiring........... 115 Properties (Micro DVR) .......131 NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Playback--Technical Details......17 Associate with camera input......79 Playing ATM Video Recordings.......121 Defining for a PTZ camera ......41 Playing or Downloading Video Files 17, 18, 20, 24 PTZ Server............58 Overview --Types of Playback.......17 PVS option ..........38, 141 Synchronized Playback (v2.3 SP2--server only) Panoramic Video Surveillance (PVS) ..141 ..............18 Video search and playback ......20...
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Self-Housekeeping logs ........56 Remote station configuration ..35, 65, 66, 67 Sensors .............12, 115 Basic Set-up ..........65 System I/O Primer.........12 Setting Up the Alarm Alert Receiver ..... 66 Wiring Reference ........115 NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Sequence Setting..........78 SP2 for Windows XP .........96 Server Management..........35 Spot Monitor..........43, 68 Identifying Remote Servers for Playback ..35 Monitoring Cameras via TV (Spot Monitor) ...43 Server modules..........8, 62 Starting your Software and Logging In ....10 Managing Remote User Connections ...62 Startup / Logoff Options ........68 Server modules (Video Server taskbar) ....72 Startup and Logging In ........10...
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Utility ..48, 53, 57, 61, 68, 77, 78, 81, 87, 88, 91 Power Up and Windows Log In .....10 Camera Setting ..........77 Reinstalling or Upgrading the Video Server Enable/Disable Tracking of Changes Made Software ............97 Under [Utility] ..........68 NetVision Plus/Elite and Micro DVR v2.3 User's Guide 21-0400E v2.3.3...
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Setting the Display and Viewing Cameras ..38 Setting the Display and Viewing Cameras..38 Starting the Netvision Software .....10 Viewing Cameras from a Remote Station..37 Users and Passwords ........57 Viewing the Self-Housekeeping Logs ....56 Wiring Reference ........115 Watch Dog (under DSR Configuration, Optional Features Setup)...........107 Video Server Desktop .........7...
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