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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. FE111421521TIV111-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-FE111 V1.08 Fisheye Camera GV-FE421 V1.11 GV-FE521 V1.11...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Naming and Definition ............vi Note for Recording ..............vii Chapter 1 Introduction ............1 1.1 Key Features ......................1 1.2 Packing List ......................3 1.3 System Requirement ....................4 1.4 Optional Accessories....................6 1.5 Physical Description ....................7 1.6 Installation ........................9 1.6.1 Hard Ceiling Mount ..................10 1.6.2 In-Ceiling Mount ..................11 1.6.3 Standard Wall Mount and Ground Mount...........13 1.7 Optional Installation ....................14...
  • Page 5 3.2.6 Wide Angle Lens Dewarping ..............42 3.2.7 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View ........43 3.2.8 Object Tracking ..................45 3.2.9 Alarm Notification ..................47 3.2.10 Video and Audio Configuration ..............48 3.2.11 Remote Configuration ................48 3.2.12 Camera Name Display ................49 3.2.13 Image Enhancement ................49 3.2.14 I/O Control....................50 3.2.15 Visual Automation ..................51 3.2.16 Network Status ..................51 Chapter 4 Administrator Mode ...........52...
  • Page 6 4.7.1 LAN ......................85 4.7.2 Advanced TCP/IP..................87 4.7.3 IP Filtering ....................91 4.7.4 SNMP Setting.....................92 4.8 Management......................93 4.8.1 Date and Time Settings................93 4.8.2 GPS Maps Settings ..................95 4.8.3 Storage Settings..................97 4.8.4 User Account....................99 4.8.5 Log Information ..................100 4.8.6 System Log ....................101 4.8.7 Tools ......................102 Chapter 5 Recording and Playback .........104 5.1 Recording ......................104 5.2 Playback .......................104...
  • Page 7 Chapter 7 DVR Configurations .........122 7.1 Setting Up IP Cameras..................124 7.1.1 Customizing the Basic Settings..............127 7.2 Remote Monitoring with Multi View ..............128 7.2.1 Connecting to the IP Camera ..............128 7.3 Remote Monitoring with E-Map ................129 7.3.1 Creating an E-Map for the IP Camera............129 7.3.2 Connecting to the IP Camera ..............130 Chapter 8 CMS Configurations.........131 8.1 Center V2 ......................131...
  • Page 8: Naming And Definition

    Naming and Definition GV-System GeoVision Analog and Digital Video Recording Software. The GV- System also refers to Multicam System, GV-NVR System, GV- Hybrid DVR System and GV-DVR System at the same time.
  • Page 9: Note For Recording

    Note for Recording The GV-Fisheye IP Camera is designed to work with GV-System, a hybrid or digital video management system. Normally, the images are recorded to the memory card inserted in the camera. Once the camera is connected to GV-System for video management or its Live View (Figure 3-3) is accessed through the Web browser, recording to the memory card will be stopped and GV-System will take over the recording.
  • Page 10 Note for Installing Camera Outdoor When installing GV-FER521 outdoor, 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 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    GV-FE111/GV-FE421/GV-FE521 are for indoor use, while GV-FER521 is designed for outdoor environment. 1.1 Key Features • 1.3 MP / 4 MP / 5 MP progressive scan CMOS for GV-FE111/GV-FE421/GV-FE521 • 5 MP progressive scan CMOS for GV-FER521 • H.264, MPEG4 and MJPEG video compression for GV-FE111 and H.264 and MJPEG video compression for GV-FE421 / GV-FE521 / GV-FER521 •...
  • Page 14 • Up to 15 fps at 1280 x 1024 for GV-FE111, 15 fps at 2048 x 1944 for GV-FE421 and 10 fps at 2560 x 1920 for GV-FE521 / GV-FER521 • Built-in microphone and speaker • One sensor input and alarm output (except GV-FER521) •...
  • Page 15: Packing List

    Introduction 1.2 Packing List • • Camera Body 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 • • Torx Wrench Plastic Screw Anchor x 3 •...
  • Page 16: System Requirement

    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: GV-FE111 32-bit Windows XP / Vista / 7 / Server 2008 64-bit Windows 7 / Server 2008 GV-System Version GV-System V8.4.0.0 with patch files or later...
  • Page 17 Introduction Note: If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0, additional settings are required. Refer to Settings for Internet Explorer 8 in Appendix A. When using non-IE browsers, a. The following functions are not supported: Motion Detection, Tampering Alarm, Visual Automation, Text Overlay, Two-Way Audio, and GPS map settings. To see the functions available on live view windows using non-IE browsers, see Figure 3-4.
  • Page 18: Optional Accessories

    1.4 Optional Accessories Optional devices can expand the capabilities and versatility of your GV-FE series and GV- FER521. 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 Power over Ethernet (PoE) single Ethernet cable.
  • Page 19: Physical Description

    Introduction 1.5 Physical Description To access the Default button, LED indicators and micro SD card slot, unscrew the screws indicated below and then remove the outer shell of the camera. Figure 1-1a: GV-FE Series Figure 1-1b: GV-FER521 Note: For GV-FER521, a silica gel bag is attached to the inside of the camera’s outer shell. The silica gel loses effectiveness after you open the camera’s outer shell.
  • Page 20 You can now access the Load Default button, LED indicators, and the micro SD card slot. Figure 1-2a: GV-FE Series Figure 1-2b: GV-FER521 No. Name Function Lens Rotates the lens to adjust focus. Speaker Talks to the surveillance area from the local computer. Microphone Receives the sound from the camera.
  • Page 21: Installation

    Hard Ceiling Mount and In-Ceiling Mount. Make sure the ceiling has enough strength to support the fisheye camera. Hard Ceiling Mount In-Ceiling Mount Wall Mount Ground Mount Figure 1-3 Note: GV-FE111 / GV-FE421 / GV-FE521 are for indoor use, while GV-FER521 is designed for outdoor environment.
  • Page 22: Hard Ceiling Mount

    1.6.1 Hard Ceiling Mount 1. Place the installation sticker on the ceiling board. The 3 red dots indicate the location of the screws. Figure 1-4 2. At the 3 red dots, drill a hole slightly smaller than the plastic screw anchors provided. 3.
  • Page 23: 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. 1.
  • Page 24 4. On the back side, make sure the black plastic clips are slightly above the ceiling board and pointing outward. Figure 1-10 5. From the front side of the camera, tighten the screws. Figure 1-11 6. Place the camera cover for in-ceiling mount on top of the camera and tighten the 3 screws.
  • Page 25: Standard Wall Mount And Ground Mount

    Introduction 1.6.3 Standard Wall Mount and Ground Mount To mount the camera on a wall, follow the instructions in Hard Ceiling Mount. For ground mount, simply place the camera on a flat surface such as a conference table. 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 26: Optional Installation

    1.7 Optional Installation Optional mounting kits can be purchased for GV-FE series and GV-FER521 to support tilting wall mount and wall pendant mount. Tilting Wall Mount Wall Pendant Mount Figure 1-13 1.7.1 Tilting Wall Mount You can install the camera on wall with an adjustable back cover which allows you to adjust its angle after installation.
  • Page 27 Introduction The tilting wall mount requires the optional GV-Mount904 tilting wall mount bracket. GV-Mount904 • • Back Cover x 1 Back Plate x 1 • Tilting Rack x 1 • Long Screw x 3 • Short Screw x 9 • Installation Sticker 1.
  • Page 28 Front View Back View Figure 1-16 3. Thread the camera cable into an opening on the back plate and align the top side of the camera with the top of the back plate. Tip: Pull the tilting rack to a wider angle for easier threading. Figure 1-17 Figure 1-18...
  • Page 29 Introduction 4. Secure the camera from the back with 3 long screws. Figure 1-19 5. Put on the back cover and secure it with 6 small screws. Figure 1-20 6. To accommodate the adjustment, reserve some length of cable by making a curve in- between the back plate and the back cover.
  • Page 30 7. Paste the supplied sticker on the wall. The 3 red dots indicate the screw position Important: Be sure that the “TOP” arrow on the sticker points toward the ceiling. 8. Drill the 3 red dots and insert the plastic screw anchor. 9.
  • Page 31: Wall Pendant Mount

    Introduction 1.7.2 Wall Pendant Mount Using the optional wall pendant mount kit, a wall pendant tube can be installed on the wall with the camera pointing downward. Figure 1-24 The wall pendant mount requires the Fisheye Dome Housing (GV-Mount903) and the wall pendant tube (GV-Mount200) below.
  • Page 32 1. Thread the camera cable through the hole on the bottom of the dome housing. 2. Align the three holes on the camera body with the three protruding pillars in the dome housing. Figure 1-25 3. Secure with the three supplied M4 hex screws. 4.
  • Page 33 Introduction Figure 1-27 6. Insert the housing cap into the wall pendant tube and secure with the three supplied M6 hex screws. Figure 1-28 7. Place the wall pendant tube on the wall and secure with four screws of your choice. Figure 1-29...
  • Page 34: Connecting The Data Cable

    1.8 Connecting the Data Cable 1.8.1 GV-FE Series GV-FE series comes with a 5-pin data cable that allows you to connect to the power and any I/O devices. Figure 1-30 Wire Definition Wire Color Definition Yellow AC 24V+ / DC 12V+ Orange AC 24V- / DC 12V- Brown...
  • Page 35: Gv-Fer521

    Introduction 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 terminal block provided.
  • Page 36: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    You can now access the Web interface of the camera. • For GV-FE111, use the default IP address 192.168.0.10 to log in the camera. You can also assign a static IP address. See 2.1.2 Assigning an IP Address. •...
  • Page 37: Checking The Dynamic Ip Address

    Getting Started 2.1.1 Checking the Dynamic IP Address Follow the steps below to look up the IP address and access the Web interface. Install the GV-IP Device 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 38 The login page appears. Figure 2-3 Type the default ID and password admin and click Apply to login.
  • Page 39: Assigning An Ip Address

    Getting Started 2.1.2 Assigning an IP Address By default, GV-FE111 is set to a static IP address. Follow the steps below to assign a new IP address. Note: The camera has a default IP address of 192.168.0.10. The computer used to set the IP address must be under the same network assigned to the unit.
  • Page 40: Configuration Basics

    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 41: 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 42: Functions Featured On The Main Page

    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 ▼ Video and Motion ▼...
  • Page 43: The Live View Window

    Accessing the Camera 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 No. Name Function 1 Play Plays live video. 2 Stop Stops playing video. 3 Microphone Talks to the surveillance area from the local computer.
  • Page 44 --- See 3.2.6 Wide Angle Lens Dewarping --- See 3.2.7 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View --- See 3.2.2 Fisheye View --- See 4.8.2 GPS Maps Settings Enables the I/O Control Panel or the Visual Automation. 8 I/O Control --- See 3.2.14 I/O Control. Brings up these functions: Alarm Notify, Video and Audio Configuration, Remote Config, Show Camera Name and Image 9 Show System Menu...
  • Page 45: Fisheye View

    GV-FE111: Align the red circle with the outer edge of the camera image, and then align it with the inner edge of the image frame to achieve optimal results.
  • Page 46 The circular source image of GV-FE421 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. To determine whether your device needs adjustment, measure the length of a longer cropped edge and the length of that entire edge.
  • Page 47: Accessing The Camera

    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 48 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. Frame Rate Control: You can set the frame rate of the live view image.
  • Page 49: 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 50 [Information] Displays the version of the camera, local time of the local computer, host time of the camera, and the number of users logging in to the camera. [Video] Displays the current video codec, resolution and data. [Audio] Displays the audio data rates when the microphone and speaker devices are enabled.
  • Page 51 For manual shutter speed, the options are between 1/5 and 1/8000 sec. For automatic shutter speed, select Auto for GV-FE421/FE521/FER521; select one of the three Auto options for GV-FE111: Auto (Low Light, Balanced), Auto (Low Light, Speed) or Auto (Low Light, Quality).
  • Page 52 Note: The Tungsten Lamp option for White Balance is only supported in GV-FE111. The Fluorescent option for White Balance is only supported in GV-FE421 / GV-FE521 / GV-FER521.
  • Page 53: 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 54: 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 55: 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 56 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 57: 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 58 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 59: 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. Figure 3-17 To configure this function, click the Show System Menu button (No. 11, Figure 3-3), and select Alarm Notify.
  • Page 60: Video And Audio Configuration

    Auto Snapshot: The snapshot of live video is taken every 5 seconds on motion and input-triggered detection. 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.
  • Page 61: Camera Name Display

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.12 Camera Name Display To display the camera name on the image, click the Show System Menu button (No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select Show Camera Name. 3.2.13 Image Enhancement To enhance the image quality of live video, click the Show System Menu button (No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select Image Enhance.
  • Page 62: I/O Control

    3.2.14 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 not supported for GV-FER521. Figure 3-21 • To display the I/O control window, click the I/O Control button (No.
  • Page 63: Visual Automation

    Accessing the Camera 3.2.15 Visual Automation 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. For details, see 4.1.5 Visual Automation. Figure 3-22 To access this feature, click the I/O Control button (No.
  • Page 64: Chapter 4 Administrator Mode

    Chapter 4 Administrator Mode The Administrator can access the system configuration through the network. Eight categories of configurations are involved in the system configuration: Video and Motion, I/O Control, Events and Alerts, Monitoring, Recording Schedule, Remote ViewLog, Network and Management. Figure 4-1...
  • Page 65 Administrator Mode 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...
  • Page 66: Video & Motion

    4.1 Video & Motion This section includes the video image settings and how the images can be managed by using Motion Detection, Privacy Mask, Text Overlay, Tampering Alarm and Visual Automation. 4.1.1 Video Settings...
  • Page 67 [Video Signal Type] The codec options, resolutions and maximum frame rates are listed as below: Codec Options Image Resolution Maximum Frame Rate GV-FE111 H.264, MPEG4, MJPEG 1280 x 1024 15 fps H.264, MJPEG 2048 x 1944 15 fps GV-FE421 GV-FE521 / H.264, MJPEG...
  • Page 68 [Bandwidth Management] When using MPEG-4 or H.264, it is possible to control the bitrate, which in turn allows the amount of bandwidth usage to be controlled. VBR (Variable Bitrate): The quality of the video stream is kept as constant as possible at the cost of a varying bitrate.
  • Page 69 For versions including and prior to 8.4, audio output will not be supported if AAC is selected. [LED Control] Note this function is not supported in GV-FE111. Select Disable if you do not want to use the System Status LED (No. 8, Figure 1-2).
  • Page 70: Motion Detection

    You can configure up to 8 areas with different sensitivity values for motion detection. Figure 4-3 For GV-FE111, the default detection area is set to the entire camera view with a sensitivity level of 2. To define a different detection area, click Reset. For GV-FE421 / FE521, the motion detection function is disabled by default.
  • Page 71 Administrator Mode 5. Under Motion Detection section, select the following options to reduce false alarm. Ignore environmental changes: Ignore environmental changes in the camera view such as rain or snow. Noise Tolerance: Ignore video noise when light changes. 6. To trigger the alarm output when motion is detected, select Output1 and click the Apply button.
  • Page 72: Privacy Mask

    4.1.3 Privacy Mask The Privacy Mask can block out sensitive areas from view, covering the areas with dark boxes in both live view and recorded clips. This feature is ideal for locations where displays, keyboard sequences (e.g. passwords), and confidential information might be visible. Figure 4-4 1.
  • Page 73: 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 74: Tampering Alarm

    4.1.5 Tampering Alarm The Tampering Alarm is used to detect when the camera is being physically tampered with. An alarm can be generated when the camera is moved, covered up, or out of focus. The alarm methods include triggering the output device and e-mail alert. To enable the tampering alarm, first set up these alarm methods properly: •...
  • Page 75 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 76: Visual Automation

    4.1.6 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 not available for GV-FER521. Figure 4-8 1.
  • Page 77: I/O Control

    Administrator Mode 4.2 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 Control settings are not available for GV-FER521. 4.2.1 Input Settings To activate the sensor input, select Enable. Figure 4-10 Normal State: You can set the input state to trigger actions by selecting Open Circuit (N/O) or Grounded Circuit (N/C).
  • Page 78: 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 79: 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, VSM or GV-GIS, by video or text alerts. To activate the above alert methods, you must set the following functions in advance: •...
  • Page 80 [Enable] Select to enable the e-mail function. Sever URL/IP Address: Type the SMTP Server’s URL address or IP address. Server Port: Type the SMTP Server’s port number. Or keep the default value 25. From email address: Type the sender’s e-mail address. Send to: Type the e-mail address(s) you want to send alerts to.
  • Page 81: Ftp

    Administrator Mode 4.3.2 FTP You can also send the captured still image to a remote FTP server for alerts. Figure 4-13 [Enable] Select to enable the FTP function. Server URL/IP Address: Type the URL address or IP address of the FTP Server. Server Port: Type the port number of the FTP Server.
  • Page 82 [FTP-Alarm Settings] Motion Detection: Once motion is detected on the camera, a still image will be sent to the FTP Server. Continuously send images upon trigger events (Motion): A sequence of snapshots is uploaded to the FTP Server when motion is detected on the camera. Digital Input: When the input is triggered, a still image will be sent to the FTP Server.
  • Page 83: Center V2

    Administrator Mode 4.3.3 Center V2 After a motion or an I/O triggered event, the central monitoring station Center V2 can be notified by live videos and text alerts. For the live monitoring through Center V2, you must already have a subscriber account on Center V2. The camera can connect with up to two Center V2.
  • Page 84 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 85: Vsm

    Administrator Mode 4.3.4 VSM After a motion detection or an I/O triggered event, the central monitoring station VSM can get notified by text alerts. For the live monitoring through VSM, you must already have a subscriber account on VSM. The camera can be connected with up to two VSM. Important: To notify the VSM upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page.
  • Page 86 To enable the VSM connection: 1. Activate Link: Enable the monitoring through VSM. 2. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of VSM. 3. Port Number: Match the port to Port 2 on VSM. Or keep the default value 5609. For details, see 8.2 VSM.
  • Page 87: Backup Center

    Administrator Mode 4.3.5 Backup Center The connection to the GV-Backup Center allows you to back up another copy of recordings and system log to the GV-Backup Center on an offsite location while the camera is saving these data to the memory card. The GV-Backup Center provides a PC-based storage and backup solution.
  • Page 88 7. Compact Video: Select the streams to only back up their Key Frames to the Backup Center, instead of full recordings. This option is useful to save the backup time. 8. Resend all files: Select this option to send all the recorded files that have been received by the Backup Center again.
  • Page 89: Video Gateway / Recording Server

    Administrator Mode 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 90 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 91: Viewlog Server

    Administrator Mode 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 92: Rtsp

    4.3.8 RTSP The RTSP Server enables RTSP protocol for video streaming. Figure 4-19 Activate Link: Enable the RTSP protocol. RTSP/TCP Port: Keep the default value 8554, or modify it if necessary. RTP/UDP Port: Keep the default range from 17300 to 17319, or modify it if necessary. The number of ports for use is limited to 20.
  • Page 93: Monitoring

    Administrator Mode 4.4 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 not supported in GV-FER521. Figure 4-20 [Manual] Manually activates motion detection and I/O monitoring. Select one of the following options and then click the Start button.
  • Page 94: 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 4-21 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, Span2, and Span 3.
  • Page 95: 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 not available for GV-FER521. Figure 4-22 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 96: 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 97: 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. 4.7.1 LAN According to your network environment, select among Static IP, DHCP and PPPoE. Figure 4-23 [LAN Configuration] Dynamic IP address: The network environment has a DHCP server which will automatically assign a dynamic IP address to the camera.
  • Page 98 Static IP address: Assign a static IP or fixed IP to the camera. Type the camera’s IP address, Subnet Mask, Router/Gateway, Primary DNS server and Secondary DNS server. Parameters Default IP address 192.168.0.10 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Router/Gateway 192.168.0.1 Primary DNS server 192.168.0.1 Secondary DNS server 192.168.0.2...
  • Page 99: Advanced Tcp/Ip

    Administrator Mode 4.7.2 Advanced TCP/IP This section introduces the advanced TCP/IP settings, including DDNS Server, HTTP port, streaming port, UPnP and QoS.
  • Page 100 Figure 4-24...
  • Page 101 2. Service Provider: Select the DDNS service provider you have registered with. 3. Host Name: Type the host name used to link to the camera. For users of GeoVision DDNS Server, it is unnecessary to fill the field because the system will detect the host name automatically.
  • Page 102 The VSS port enables connecting the camera to the GV-System. The default setting is 10000. [UPnP Settings] UPnP (Universal Plug & Play) is a networking architecture that provides compatibility among networking equipment, software and peripherals of the 400+ vendors that are part of the Universal Plug and Play Forum.
  • Page 103: Ip Filtering

    Administrator Mode 4.7.3 IP Filtering The Administrator can set IP filtering to restrict access to the camera. Figure 4-25 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 104: Snmp Setting

    4.7.4 SNMP Setting The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) allows you to monitor the status of the camera with SNMP network management software. Figure 4-26 To set up the SNMP settings: 1. Select Enable SNMPv1 SNMPv2c to enable the function. 2.
  • Page 105: Management

    Administrator Mode 4.8 Management The Management section includes the settings of data and time, GPS maps, storage device 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 4-27...
  • Page 106 [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 107: Gps Maps Settings

    Administrator Mode 4.8.2 GPS Maps Settings The Maps Settings allows you to see the location of your camera on Google maps, without a GPS device. To see the location of your camera on maps: 1. It is required to sign up for a Google Maps API key before using the Google Maps. Click Link to the Google Maps API.
  • Page 108 4. Click Open. A warning message appears. Figure 4-30 5. Right-click the warning message and select Allow Blocked Content. The map will be displayed. The icon indicates the location of your camera. At the upper right corner you have options to view different map formats, such as Satellite and Hybrid. Figure 4-31...
  • Page 109: Storage Settings

    Administrator Mode 4.8.3 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 4-32 [Storage Settings] If the Enable recycling option is selected, when the space of the storage device is lower...
  • Page 110 [Partition Information] This section shows the partition details of the attached storage devices. To add a memory card: 1. Insert the memory card to the camera. 2. Click the Format button. 3. After the format is complete, the partition information will display. The maximum space for one partition is 200 GB.
  • Page 111: User Account

    Administrator Mode 4.8.4 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 112: Log Information

    4.8.5 Log Information The log information contains dump data that is used by service personnel for analyzing problems. Figure 4-34...
  • Page 113: System Log

    Administrator Mode 4.8.6 System Log Note this function is only available for GV-FE421 and GV-FE521 in V1.11 or later. The System Log records the events in the four types of logs: System Event, Monitoring Event, I/O Event and Login/Logout Event. With the System Log, you can search and obtain the detailed information of an event.
  • Page 114: Tools

    4.8.7 Tools This section allows you to execute certain system operations and view the firmware version. Figure 4-37...
  • Page 115 Administrator Mode [Host Settings] Type a descriptive name for the camera. [Auto Reboot Setup] Select Enable to activate automatic reboot and specify the time for reboot in the sub fields. Day Interval: Type the day interval between each automatic reboot. Reboot Time: Use the drop-down lists to specify the time for automatic reboot.
  • Page 116: 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 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 117: Playback Using The Memory Card

    Recording and Playback 5.2.1 Playback Using the Memory Card You can play back the files recorded at the camera by attaching the memory card to the GV- System. However, the GV-System is run on Windows system while the files recorded at camera is of Linux file system.
  • Page 118: 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 119: 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 CD. If you have installed the Remote Playback...
  • Page 120: 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 121: 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 122: Using The Web Interface

    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 6-1 2. Click the Browser button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer. 3.
  • Page 123: Using The Ip Device Utility

    Advanced Applications 6.1.2 Using the IP Device Utility The IP Device Utility provides a direct way to upgrade the firmware for multiple cameras Note the computer used to upgrade firmware must be under the same network of the camera. 1. Insert the Software DVD, select IP Device Utility, and follow the onscreen instructions to install the program.
  • Page 124 5. Click the Firmware Upgrade tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-4 6. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer. 7. If you like to upgrade all cameras of the same model in the list, check Upgrade all devices.
  • Page 125: Backing Up And Restoring Settings

    Advanced Applications 6.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings With the IP Device Utility included on the Software DVD, you can back up the configurations in the camera, and restore the backup data to the current unit or import it to another unit. 6.2.1 Backing Up the Settings 1.
  • Page 126: Restoring The Settings

    6.2.2 Restoring the Settings 1. In Figure 6-3, click the Import Settings tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-6 2. Click the Browse button to locate the backup file (.dat). 3. Select Upgrade all devices to apply the settings to all devices of the same model in the same LAN.
  • Page 127: Restoring To Factory Default Settings

    2. Under the System Settings section, click the Load Default button. 6.3.2 Directly on the Camera For GV-FE111 Unplug the power cable and the network cable. To access the Load default button, first remove the outer shell of the camera. Refer to 1.5 Physical Description for details.
  • Page 128: Verifying Watermark

    6.4 Verifying Watermark The watermark is an encrypted and digital signature embedded in the video stream during the compression stage, protecting the video from the moment of its creation. Watermarking ensures that an image is not edited or damaged after it is recorded. To enable the watermark function, see [Watermark], 4.1.1 Video Settings.
  • Page 129: The Watermark Proof Window

    Advanced Applications 6.4.3 The Watermark Proof Window Figure 6-8 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 130: Playing Back Videos From The Sd Card

    IPCam H.264 V1.11 or later. 6.5.1 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 same computer with the GV- System. 2. Execute the GV-SDCard Sync Utility program. The main window and the Setting window appear.
  • Page 131 Advanced Applications 3. To configure synchronization, network and startup settings, see the steps below. Figure 6-10 [Synchronization] Synchronize automatically at an interval: Automatically synchronize with the connected GV-IP Cameras at the specified interval. Synchronize automatically at: Synchronizes with connected GV-IP Cameras at the specified time.
  • Page 132 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 6-11 [Recycle] Recycle when the storage space is less than (GB): Specify a minimum free space of your local storage for file recycling.
  • Page 133: Playing Back Using The Gv-Sdcardsync Utility

    Advanced Applications 6.5.2 Playing Back Using the GV-SDCardSync Utility Follow the steps below to download and play back recordings. 1. Launch the GV-SDCardSync Utility. This window appears. Figure 6-12 Name Description Play Video Plays downloaded recordings of the selected GV-IP Cameras. Contains settings on synchronization, network, storage location and Setting recycling criteria.
  • Page 134: Chapter 7 Dvr Configurations

    The maximum number of streams supported by the fisheye camera is 7 for GV-FE111/FE521/FER521 and 5 for GV-FE421. When a fisheye camera is connected to IE browser or any other applications, it takes up 1 stream. When a fisheye camera is connected to GV-System, it takes up 1 stream.
  • Page 135 DVR Configurations • 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 32-channel Display GV-Fisheye Camera Figure 7-1...
  • Page 136: Setting Up Ip Cameras

    7.1 Setting Up IP Cameras 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 137 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 138 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 139: Customizing The Basic Settings

    Frames to keep in live view buffer: Specifies the number of frames to keep in the live view buffer. Recording Codec Format: Specifies whether to record in standard or GeoVision type of MJPEG, MPEG4, H.264 codec. Automatically Adjust DST: If enabled, the time on the GV-IP device Web interface will be synchronized with the time of the GV-System when DST period starts or ends on the GV-System.
  • Page 140: Remote Monitoring With Multi View

    7.2 Remote Monitoring with Multi View You can use the Multi View to monitor and manage the camera. 7.2.1 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. You need to create a group before creating a host.
  • Page 141: Remote Monitoring With E-Map

    DVR Configurations 7.3 Remote Monitoring with E-Map You can use the Remote E-Map to monitor and manage the camera. 7.3.1 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 142: Connecting To The Ip Camera

    7.3.2 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 143: 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, VSM 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 144 • 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 145 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 146: Vsm

    8.2 VSM The VSM 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 147: 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 To enable connecting to the camera, click the Setting button on the toolbar, and select...
  • Page 148: Specifications

    Specifications Camera GV-FE111 1/3" progressive scan CMOS GV-FE421 Image Sensor GV-FE521 1/2.5" progressive scan CMOS GV-FER521 GV-FE111 1280 (H) x 1024 (V) GV-FE421 2048 (H) x 1944 (V) Picture Elements GV-FE521 2560 (H) x 1920 (V) GV-FER521 1.5 Lux (1/60 sec), 0.1 Lux (1/5 sec), (30...
  • Page 149: Optics Lens

    Specifications Optics Lens Megapixel GV-FE111 Electronic Day / Night GV-FE421 function GV-FE521 GV-FER521 Lens Type Fixed Iris Fixed Iris GV-FE111 1.25 mm GV-FE421 1.05 mm Focal Length GV-FE521 1.6 mm GV-FER521 GV-FE111 GV-FE521 F/2.0 Maximum Aperture GV-FER521 GV-FE421 F/2.8 Mount M12, Pitch 0.5 mm...
  • Page 150 Alarm Output 1 digital output (200 mA 5V DC) Note: Backlight compensation is not available in GV-FE111. Day / Night function is only available in GV-FE421 (V1.03 or later), GV-FE521 and GV- FER521. AAC (16 kHz / 16 bit) audio codec is only supported in GV-FE421 / GV-FE521 / GV- FER521 with GV-System V8.5 or later.
  • Page 151: Network

    Micro SD/SDHC memory card slot (for Class 6 card or Local Storage above) TV-Out None Note: Terminal block and digital I/O are not available in GV-FER521. General GV-FE111 GV-FE421 0°C ~ 50°C / 32 °F ~ 122 °F Operating Temperature GV-FE521 GV-FER521 -20°C ~ 50°C / -4°F ~ 122°F...
  • Page 152: Power Over Ethernet

    GV-FE111 Maximum GV-FE421 Power GV-FE521 Consumption GV-FER521 Regulatory CE, FCC, C-Tick, RoHS compliant Camera Body Ø 160 x 50.55 mm / 6.30 x 1.99 in (Hard-Ceiling Mount) Camera Body Ø 164 x 50.55 mm / 6.46 x 1.99 in GV-FE111...
  • Page 153: Web Interface

    Specifications Web Interface Installation Management Web-based configuration Maintenance Firmware upgrade through Web Browser or Utility Camera live view, video recording, change video quality, bandwidth control, image snapshot, digital I/O control, audio, picture in picture, picture and picture, Access from Web Browser motion detection, privacy mask, visual automation, tampering alarm, auto pan function, virtual PTZ, wide angle lens dewarping, text overlay...
  • Page 154: Appendix

    Appendix A. Settings for Internet Explore 8 If you use Internet Explorer 8, it is required to complete the following setting. 1. Set the Security to Medium-high (default). 2. Enable Allow previously unused ActiveX controls to run without prompt. 3. Disable Only allow approved domains to use ActiveX without prompt.
  • Page 155: Rtsp Protocol Support

    Appendix 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 156: The Cgi Command

    C. 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 157: Supported Firmware For Flash Memory

    Appendix D. Supported Firmware for Flash Memory The 128 MB flash memory is supported in firmware V1.09 or later except GV-FE111. 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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