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  • Page 1 GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R/ 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 User's Manual Before attempting to connect or operate this product, LPRCAMV101-B please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
  • Page 2 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 Preface Welcome to the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC 1100 User’s Manual. The GV-IP LPR Camera has a series of models designed to meet different needs. This manual is designed for the following models and firmware versions:...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Naming Definition..................... v Options ........................v Note for Connecting to GV-System / GV-VMS ............vi Note for Installing Camera Outdoor ...............vii Note for Adjusting GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R ..........viii Chapter 1 Introduction................... 1 1.1 GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R................1 1.1.1 Features..................... 2 1.1.2 System Requirements ................
  • Page 5 4.2.4 Vital Sign Monitor ..................72 4.2.5 GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server..........74 4.2.6 RTSP.......................76 4.3 Monitoring....................... 77 4.3.1 GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R ............77 4.3.2 Monitoring Settings..................78 4.4 Network ........................78 4.4.1 LAN Configuration ..................79 4.4.2 Advanced TCP/IP..................81 4.4.3 IP Filtering ....................85 4.4.4 SNMP Settings ..................86...
  • Page 6 7.1 Center V2 ......................119 7.2 Vital Sign Monitor....................122 7.3 Dispatch Server ....................123 Chapter 8 Smart Device Connection ..............125 Specifications ....................... 126 GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R ................126 GV-IP LPR Camera 5R ....................130 GV-LPC1100 .........................133 Appendix ....................... 137 A. The CGI Command....................137 B.

  • Page 7: Naming Definition

    Naming Definition GeoVision Analog and Digital Video Recording Software. The GV-System also refers to Multicam System, GV-NVR System, GV-System GV-DVR System and GV-Hybrid DVR System at the same time. GV-VMS GeoVision Video Management System for IP cameras. Options Optional devices can expand your camera’s capabilities and versatility. Contact your dealer for more information.

  • Page 8: Note For Connecting To Gv-System / Gv-Vms

    Note for Connecting to GV-System / GV-VMS The GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 is designed to work with and record on GV-System / GV-VMS, a video management system. Once the camera is connected to the GV-System / GV-VMS, the resolution set on the GV-System / GV-VMS will override the resolution set on the camera’s Web interface.

  • Page 9: Note For Installing Camera Outdoor

    Note for Installing Camera Outdoor When installing the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 outdoor, mind the following: 1. Set the camera above the junction box to prevent water from entering the camera along the cables.

  • Page 10: Note For Adjusting Gv-Hybrid Lpr Camera 20R

    Note for Adjusting GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R During the operation of the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R, the external IR Illuminator is at the high temperature of up to 50°C (122°F). When adjusting the camera angle or reinstalling the camera, avoid touching the surface of the external IR Illuminator.

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction

    GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 10R GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R The GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R, with an external IR Illuminator, is a 1.3 MP B/W network camera designed solely for recognition of reflective license plates on vehicles traveling at 120 km/hr (75 mph) or less. Equipped with an external IR Illuminator which allows the maximum IR distance of 22 m (72.2 ft.), the camera is able to produce clear license plate capture for one...

  • Page 12: Features

    Ingress protection (IP67) • Vandal resistance (IK10) • Maximum IR distance 22 m (72.2 ft.) (for GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R only) • Maximum IR distance 12 m (39.4 ft.) (for GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 10R only) • Built-in heater and fan •...

  • Page 13: System Requirements

    Introduction 1.1.2 System Requirements To access the camera functions and settings through Web browser, ensure your PC is in good network connection and use one of the following Web browsers: • Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.x or later • Google Chrome •...

  • Page 14: Packing List

    1.1.3 Packing List • GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R • Iron Screw Anchor x 4 (for GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R only) • Plastic Screw Anchor x 4 (for GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 10R only) • Expansion Screw x 4 (for GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R only) •...

  • Page 15: Camera Overview

    Introduction 1.1.4 Camera Overview To access the functional panel of the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R, follow the section below to remove its camera cover first. Figure 1-1 No. Name Description IR power plug Supplies power to the built-in IR LEDs.

  • Page 16: Device Installation

    1.1.5.2 Installing the Camera After you have read through the installation guides and chosen an installation site, follow the steps below to install the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R. Here we use the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 10R as the example.
  • Page 17 Introduction 6. Based on the live view, adjust the angle of the camera. Loosen the indicated screw with the supplied big torx wrench and adjust the joint. Figure 1-3 Tilt Adjustment Figure 1-4 Pan Adjustment Figure 1-5...
  • Page 18 7. Based on the live view, adjust the focus and zoom of the camera. A. Unscrew the cover with the supplied small torx wrench. Figure 1-6 B. Hold the connectors and unplug them. Figure 1-7 Important: 1. Unscrew and remove the cover carefully. Pulling the cover off may cause damages to the inner wiring of the camera.
  • Page 19 Introduction 8. Replace the silica gel bag. Paste the sticker to the front side of the silica gel bag. Press the sticker several times to make sure it adheres properly. Paste the silica gel bag to the indicated place. Figure 1-9 Important: Be sure that the silica gel bag is concealed in the camera housing within 2 minutes of exposing to open air.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Camera

    1.1.6 Connecting the Camera Follow the steps below to connect your GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R. 1.1.6.1 GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R 1. Optionally connect a speaker to the green RCA wire and an external microphone to the pink RCA wire.
  • Page 21 Introduction 1.1.6.2 GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 10R 1. Optionally connect a speaker to the green RCA wire and an external microphone to the pink RCA wire. 2. Optionally connect a monitor to the black BNC wire. Enable the TV-Out function by selecting the correct signal format at the TV Out field on the Web interface.
  • Page 22 1.1.6.3 Wire Definition GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R Figure 1-12 Camera Wire Color Definition RJ-45 Ethernet Black BNC TV out Green RCA Audio Out Pink RCA Audio In IR Illuminator The black cable consists of three wires. Wire Color Definition White...
  • Page 23 Introduction GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 10R Figure 1-13 Wire Color Definition RJ-45 Ethernet Black BNC TV out Green RCA Audio Out Pink RCA Audio In...

  • Page 24: Gv-Ip Lpr Camera 5R

    1.2 GV-IP LPR Camera 5R Ideal for parking lot installation, the GV-IP LPR Camera 5R is a 1.3 MP B/W network camera designed for recognition of reflective license plates on vehicles traveling at 60 km/hr (37 mph) or less. With its multiple LEDs and intelligent IR, the camera is able to automatically adjust its shutter speed to the scene and produce clear license plate capture under low-light conditions.

  • Page 25: Features

    Introduction 1.2.1 Features ˙ 1.3 megapixel B/W progressive scan CMOS ˙ Motorized varifocal lens for remote focus / zoom adjustment ˙ Dual streams from MJPEG or H.264 ˙ Up to 30 fps at 1280 x 1024 ˙ Maximum Speed 60 km/h (37 mph) ˙...

  • Page 26: System Requirements

    1.2.2 System Requirements To access the camera functions and settings through Web browser, ensure your PC is in good network connection and use one of the following Web browsers: • Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.x or later • Google Chrome • Mozilla Firefox •...

  • Page 27: Packing List

    Introduction 1.2.3 Packing List ˙ GV-IP LPR Camera 5R ˙ Self Tapping Screw x 3 ˙ Plastic Screw Anchor x 3 ˙ Torx Wrench x 2 ˙ Sun-Shield Cover Kit (1 Sun-Shield Cover, 2 Philips Head Screws, 2 Plastic Screw Spacers and 2 Hexagon Screws included) ˙...

  • Page 28: Device Installation

    1.2.4 Device Installation 1.2.4.1 Installation Guidelines To produce quality image and to avoid software recognition errors, make sure you adhere to the guidelines when installing your GV-IP LPR Camera 5R. See GV-LPR Camera Installation Guide. 1.2.4.2 Installing the Camera After you have read through the installation guides and chosen an installation site, follow the steps below to install the GV-IP LPR Camera 5R.

  • Page 29: Connecting The Camera

    Introduction 1.2.5 Connecting the Camera It is suggested to use GV-PA191 PoE Adapter to connect the GV-IP LPR Camera 5R to the network. Follow the steps below for connection. 1. Connect the camera’s cable to the GV-PA191 PoE Adapter as illustrated below. The power and network will be supplied simultaneously.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Angles

    1.2.6 Adjusting the Angles The GV-IP LPR Camera 5R is designed to be adjustable in three shafts for easy and flexible installation. First Shaft You can adjust the camera body by 360 degrees to the right or the left. 1. Unscrew the panning lock screw with the torx wrench. Panning Lock Screw Torx Wrench Figure 1-16...
  • Page 31 Introduction Second Shaft You can adjust the camera body up and down by 90, 112.5, 135, 157.5 or 180 degrees by using the gears inside the camera body and the camera base. 1. Unscrew the tilting lock screw with the torx wrench. Tilting Lock Screw Torx Wrench Figure 1-18...
  • Page 32 Third Shaft You can adjust the camera base by 360°. 1. Unscrew the base fixing screw with the torx wrench. Figure 1-21 2. Adjust the angle of camera base, and fasten the base fixing screw. 0~360° Figure 1-22...

  • Page 33: Replacing The Silica Gel Bag

    Introduction 1.2.7 Replacing the Silica Gel Bag To replace the original silica gel bag with a new one, follow the steps below. 1. Loosen the camera’s cover. Camera’s Cover Figure 1-23 2. Remove the silica gel bag. Silica Gel Bag Figure 1-24 3.

  • Page 34: Installing The Sun-Shield Cover

    1.2.8 Installing the Sun-Shield Cover After setting up the Bullet Camera, now you can install the sun-shield cover to the camera. 1. Fasten the hexagon screws either on top or below the camera. Figure 1-25 2. Put the sun-shield cover on top of hexagon screws. Make sure to aim the rear hexagon screw at the edge of the sun-shield cover’s aperture for optimal sun-shield performance.

  • Page 35: Gv-Lpc1100

    Introduction 1.3 GV-LPC1100 The GV-LPC1100 is a 1.3 MP B/W network camera designed for recognition of reflective license plates on vehicles traveling at 120 km/hr (75 mph) or less. With its multiple LEDs and intelligent IR, the camera is able to automatically adjust its shutter speed to the scene and produce clear license plate capture for one lane under low-light conditions.

  • Page 36: Features

    1.3.1 Features ˙ 1.3 megapixel B/W progressive scan CMOS ˙ Motorized varifocal lens for remote focus / zoom adjustment ˙ Dual streams from MJPEG or H.264 ˙ Up to 30 fps at 1280 x 1024 ˙ Maximum speed 120 km/h (75 mph) ˙...

  • Page 37: System Requirements

    Introduction 1.3.2 System Requirements To access the camera functions and settings through Web browser, ensure your PC is in good network connection and use one of the following Web browsers: • Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.x or later • Google Chrome •...

  • Page 38: Packing List

    1.3.3 Packing List ˙ The GV-LPC1100 camera ˙ Screw Anchor x 4 ˙ Screw x 4 ˙ Washer x 4 ˙ Torx Wrench x 1 ˙ GV-PA482 PoE Adapter ˙ Power Adapter (DC 48V, 2.5A, 120 W) ˙ AC Power Cord ˙...

  • Page 39: Device Installation

    Introduction 1.3.4 Device Installation 1.3.4.1 Installation Guidelines To produce quality image and to avoid software recognition errors, make sure you adhere to the guidelines when installing your GV-LPC1100. See GV-LPR Camera Installation Guide. 1.3.4.2 Installing the Camera After you have read through the installation guides and chosen an installation site, follow the steps below to install the GV-LPC1100.
  • Page 40 6. Based on the live view, adjust the angle, zoom and focus of the camera. Loosen the indicated screw with the supplied big torx wretch and adjust the joint. Figure 1-29 Tilt Adjustment Figure 1-30 Pan Adjustment Figure 1-31...

  • Page 41: Connecting The Camera

    Introduction 1.3.5 Connecting the Camera GV-IP LPR Camera supports three power specifications: DC 48V, AC 24V, High PoE (120 W). Follow the steps below to connect your GV-LPC1100 to power, network and other wires needed. 1.3.5.1 PoE Connection Use the supplied GV-PA482 PoE Adapter to connect the camera to the power and network at the same time.
  • Page 42 1.3.5.2 Power Adapter Connection Besides PoE connection, you can use the supplied DC power adaptor, and connect the camera to the power. 1. Plug the DC power adapter to the 2-pin terminal block on the camera by inserting the wire with white lines to the (+) pin and the black wire to the (-) pin.
  • Page 43 Introduction 1.3.5.3 Wire Definition Figure 1-34 Camera Wire Definition RJ-45 Ethernet Black BNC TV out Green RCA Audio Out Pink RCA Audio In Brown Digital Output Yellow Digital Input White 2-Pin Terminal Block Power...

  • Page 44: Replacing The Silica Gel Bag

    1.3.6 Replacing the Silica Gel Bag To replace the original silica gel bag with a new one, follow the steps below. Loose the screws holding the camera’s lid with the torx wrench. Figure 1-35 Open the camera’s lid and you will find a silica gel bag attached to the interior of the lid. Figure 1-36 Remove the silica gel bag and place a new bag back to its original position.
  • Page 45 Introduction GV-LPC1100 currently does not support recording to Micro SD card or Mini USB function.

  • Page 46: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1 Looking Up the IP Address By default, your GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 is assigned with an unused IP address by the DHCP server when the camera is connected to the network.
  • Page 47 Getting Started Click the Name or Mac Address column to sort. Figure 2-2 Find the Mac Address of the camera to see its IP address. Changing the IP Address To modify the static IP address or set the camera to a public dynamic IP address, log in the Web interface to access the network setting page.
  • Page 48 4. Select Static IP address or PPPoE and type the required network information. 5. Click Apply. The camera is now accessible by entering the assigned IP address on the Web browser. Important: 1. If your camera uses a public dynamic IP address via PPPoE, use the dynamic DNS Service to obtain a domain name linked to the camera’s changing IP address first.

  • Page 49: Accessing Your Surveillance Images

    Follow these steps to access your surveillance images: 1. Open the Internet Explorer browser. 2. Enter the IP address or domain name of the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 in the Location/Address field of your browser. To look up the IP address, see 2.1 Looking Up the IP Address.

  • Page 50: Configuring The Basics

    2.3 Configuring the Basics Once you have installed and logged in the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100, you are ready to configure some of its primary settings through the Web interface: •...

  • Page 51: Chapter 3 Guest Mode And Live View Panel

    Guest Mode and Live View Panel Chapter 3 Guest Mode and Live View Panel This section introduces the features of the guest mode and the Live View window. Main Page of Guest Mode Figure 3-1...

  • Page 52: The Live View Window

    3.1 The Live View Window In the left menu, click Live View, and then select Camera to see the live video. Figure 3-2 Name Function Play Plays live video. Stop Stops playing video. Talks to the surveillance area from the local computer. Note this Microphone function is not available for GV -IP LPR Camera 5R.
  • Page 53 Guest Mode and Live View Panel No. Name Function Switches to full screen view. Right-click the ima ge to have these options: Snapshot, Full Screen, Resolution, PIP and PAP. Full Screen --- See 3.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and- Picture View. Brings up these functions: Alarm Notify, Video and Audio Configuration, Remote Config, Show Camera Na me and...

  • Page 54: The Control Panel Of The Live View Window

    Figure 3-3 [Information] Displays the version of the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 1 0R / GV-IP LPR Camer a 5R / GV-LPC1100, local time of the local computer, time of the camera, the number of users logging in to the camera and the OCX registration path.
  • Page 55 Guest Mode and Live View Panel [Camera Adjustment] Adjust the image quality settings. Click Save to store the changes to the settings. Figure 3-4 Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the image. Contrast: Adjust the relative differences between one pixel and the next. Sharpness: Adjust the sharpness of the image.
  • Page 56 Slowest Shutter Speed: Set the shutter speed. Shutter speed controls the amount of the lights enters the image sensor and directly impacts the quality of ima presentation. A slow shutter speed allows higher light exposure that creat es a brighter overall image by blurring moving objects and bringing out background details, and a faster shutter speed lowers color and image clarity in order to capture m...

  • Page 57: Snapshot Of A Live Video

    Guest Mode and Live View Panel 3.3 Snapshot of a Live Video To take a snapshot of live video, follow these steps: 1. Click the Snapshot button (No. 5, Figure 3-2). The Save As dialog box ap pears. 2. Specify Save in, ty pe the File name, and select JPEG or BMP for Save as Type.

  • Page 58: Picture-In-Picture And Picture-And-Picture View

    3.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View The Live View window provides two types of close-up views: Picture-in-Picture (PIP) and Picture-and Picture (PAP). The two views are useful to provide clear and detailed images of the surveillance area. Picture-in-Picture View ith the Picture-in-Picture (PIP) view, you can crop the video to get a close-up view or zoom in on the video.
  • Page 59 Guest Mode and Live View Panel 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 3-6 1. Right-click the live view and select PAP. A row of three inset wind ows appears at the bottom.

  • Page 60: Alarm Notification

    Live View window. For this function to work, the Administrator needs to install the input the device properly. See 4.2.1 Input Setting. Note this function is not available for GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R. Alert Sound: Activates the computer alarm on motion.
  • Page 61 Guest Mode and Live View Panel File Path: Assigns a file path to save the snapshots.

  • Page 62: Video And Audio Configuration

    3.7 Video and Audio Configuration You can enable the microphone and speaker f or two-way audio communication and adjust the set the number of frames to keep for live view buffer. Click the Sho w System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 3-2), and select Video and Audio Configuration.

  • Page 63: Remote Configuration

    Guest Mode and Live View Panel 3.8 Remote Configuration You can upgrade the device firmware over the network. Click the Show System M enu button (No. 8, Figure 3-2), and select Remote Config. The Remote Config dialog box will appear. [Firmware Upgrade] In this tab, you can upgrade the firmware over the network.

  • Page 64: Chapter 4 Administrator Mode

    Chapter 4 Administrator Mode The Administrator can access and configure the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 over the network. The configuration categories include: Video and Motion, Events and Alerts, Monitoring, Recording Schedule, Network and Management.
  • Page 65 4.3.2 FTP 4.3.3 Center V2 4.3 Events and Alerts 4.3.4 VSM 4.3.5 GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server 4.3.6 RTSP 4.3.1 GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R 4.3 Monitoring 4.3.2 Monitoring Settings 4.5.1 LAN 4.5.2 Advanced TCP/IP 4.5 Network 4.5.3 IP Filtering 4.5.4 SNMP Settings...

  • Page 66: Video & Motion

    4.1 Video & Motion The GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 supports dual streams, Streaming 1 and Streaming 2, which allow separate codec and resolutions settings for a single video transmission. In a bandwidth-limited network, such as mobile phone...

  • Page 67: Video Settings

    Administrator Mode 4.1.1 Video Settings Figure 4-2A...
  • Page 68 Figure 4-2B [Name] Rename the camera. The camera name will appear on the Live View. To display the camera name, see 3.9 Camera Name Display.
  • Page 69 Administrator Mode [Connection Template] Select the type of your network connection. Unless you select Customized, this option will automatically bring up the recommended video resolution, frame rate, bandwidth and GOP size. [Video Signal Type] Select the codec type, resolution and frame rate. The default codec is MJPEG. Choose H.264 or MJPEG for the main stream/sub stream.
  • Page 70 [Text Overlay Settings] Overlaid with camera name: Include camera names on live and recorded videos. Overlaid with date stamps: Include date stamps on live and recorded videos. Overlaid with time stamps: Include time stamps on live and recorded videos. Overlaid with digital input description name: Includes the name of the selected input on live and recorded videos.

  • Page 71: Motion Detection

    Administrator Mode 4.1.2 Motion Detection Motion detection is used to generate an alarm whenever movement occurs within the scene. You can configure up to 8 detection zones with different sensitivity values. Create at least one detection zone to enable this function. Figure 4-3 1.

  • Page 72: Privacy Mask

    5. Click Reset to clear all the selected areas. 6. For the camera to ignore environmental changes such as rain or snow, select the Ignore environmental changes. 7. To reduce video noise when the lighting condition changes, select Noise Tolerance. 8.

  • 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 Note this function is not available for GV-IP LPR Camera 5R and GV-LPC1100. The Tampering Alarm is used to detect whether a camera is being physically tampered. An e-mail alarm can be sent when the camera is moved, covered up, or out of focus. Make sure the e-mail settings are set up.

  • Page 75: Events & Alerts

    Administrator Mode 4.2 Events & Alerts For motion and tampering events, the Administrator can set up two types of alert: 1. Send a captured image by e-mail or FTP. See 4.2.1 E-Mail and 4.2.2 FTP. 2. Notify Center Monitoring Stations such as Center V2, VSM, by video or text alerts.

  • Page 76: E-Mail

    4.2.1 E-mail When a motion is detected, the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 can send an e-mail alert, containing a captured image to a remote user. Important: To send e-mail alert upon motion / tampering events, make sure you also enable the Motion Detection / Tampering Alarm function.
  • Page 77 Administrator Mode 6. Alerts interval time in minute: Specify the interval between e-mail alerts. The valid interval is from 0 to 60 minutes. This option is useful for frequent event occurrence. Any event detected during the interval period will be ignored. 7.

  • Page 78: Ftp

    4.2.2 FTP You can also send the captured image to a remote FTP server for alerts. Important: To send FTP alert upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page. For details, see 4.1.2 Motion Detection. Figure 4-9 [Upload to a FTP server] 1.
  • Page 79 Administrator Mode 6. Alerts interval time in minute: Specify the interval between FTP alerts. The interval can be between 0 and 60 minutes. The option is useful for frequent event occurrence. Any event triggers during the interval period will be ignored. 7.

  • Page 80: Center V2

    4.2.3 Center V2 The central monitoring station Center V2 can be notified of a motion event by live videos and text alerts. Up to two Center V2 servers can be connected. For live monitoring through Center V2, you must already have a subscriber account on each of the Center V2 server. Important: To notify the Center V2 Server upon motion events, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page.
  • Page 81 Administrator Mode To enable the Center V2 connection: 1. Activate Link: Enable the monitoring through Center V2. 2. Host Name or IP Address: Type the host name or IP address of Center V2. 3. Port Number: Match the port to Port 2 on Center V2. Or keep the default value 5551. For details, see 8.1 Center V2.

  • Page 82: Vital Sign Monitor

    4.2.4 Vital Sign Monitor The central monitoring station VSM can be notified of a motion event by text alerts. Up to two Vital Sign Monitor servers can be connected. For live monitoring through VSM, you must already have a subscriber account on each of the VSM server. Important: To notify the Vital Sign Monitor upon motions, be sure to set up the detection area on the Motion Detection page.
  • Page 83 Administrator Mode 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 7.2 VSM.

  • Page 84: Gv-Video Gateway / Gv-Recording Server

    Server, the desired frame rate can be ensured while the CPU loading and bandwidth usage of the IP video devices are significantly reduced. The GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 can be connected with up to two GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server. To send the video...
  • Page 85 Administrator Mode To enable connection to GV-Video Gateway / GV-Recording Server: 1. Activate Link: Enable the monitoring through 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.

  • Page 86: Rtsp

    RTSP. Note this function is not available for GV-IP LPR Camera 5R. Disable Authentication: Authentication is disabled by default, with which the ID and password of the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 are not required when accessing live view through the RTSP command.

  • Page 87: Monitoring

    Administrator Mode 4.3 Monitoring Configure the monitoring settings for GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100. 4.3.1 GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R Figure 4-16 [Activate e-mail and FTP alert] Allows the camera to send e-mail and/or FTP alert upon...

  • Page 88: Monitoring Settings

    4.3.2 Monitoring Settings You can start monitoring manually, by schedule or by input trigger. Note this function is not available for GV-IP LPR Camera 5R. Figure 4-17 [Manual] Manually activates motion detection and I/O monitoring. Select one of the following options and then click the Start button.

  • Page 89: Network

    Administrator Mode 4.4 Network The Network section includes some basic but important network configurations that enable the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 to be connected to a TCP/IP network. 4.4.1 LAN Configuration According to your network environment, select among Static IP, DHCP and PPPoE.
  • Page 90 PPPoE: The network environment is xDSL connection. Type the Username and Password provided by ISP to establish the connection. If you use the xDSL connection with dynamic IP addresses, first use the DDNS function to obtain a domain name linking to the camera’s changing IP address.

  • Page 91: Advanced Tcp/Ip

    Administrator Mode 4.4.2 Advanced TCP/IP This section introduces the advanced TCP/IP settings, including DDNS Server, HTTP port, streaming port and UPnP. Figure 4-19A...
  • Page 92 DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) provides a convenient way of accessing the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 when using a dynamic IP. DDNS assigns a domain name to the camera, so that the Administrator does not need to go through the trouble of checking if the IP address assigned by DHCP Server or ISP (in xDSL connection) has changed.
  • Page 93 2. Service Provider: Select the DDNS service provider you have registered with. 3. Host Name: Type the host name used to link to the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100. For the users of GeoVision DDNS Server, it is unnecessary to fill the field because the system will detect the host name automatically.
  • Page 94 (such as Windows XP) supported by this function. Enabling this function, you can connect to the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 directly by clicking on the camera listed in the network devices table. This function is enabled by default.

  • Page 95: Ip Filtering

    Administrator Mode 4.4.3 IP Filtering The Administrator can set IP filtering to restrict access to the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100. Figure 4-20 To enable the IP Filter function: 1. Enable IP Filtering: Enable the IP Filtering function.

  • Page 96: Snmp Settings

    2. To enable access to Read/Write Name, type a community string. This will serve as a password to allow read and write access to the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GP-LPC1100 from the SNMP software.
  • Page 97 8. To enable access to Read Only Name, type a community string to allows read-only access to the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GP-LPC1100, and set up the Authentication Type, Authentication Password and the Current Password (Encrypted).

  • Page 98: Management

    4.5 Management The Management section includes the settings of data and time and user account. Also you can view the firmware version and execute certain system operations. 4.5.1 Date and Time Settings The date and time settings are used for date and time stamps on the image. Figure 4-22...
  • Page 99 [Time Zone] Sets the time zone for local settings. Select Enable Daylight Saving Time to automatically adjust the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 for daylight saving time. Type the Start Time and End Time to enable the daylight saving function.

  • Page 100: User Account

    4.5.2 User Account You can change the login name and password of Administrator and Guest accounts. • The default Administrator login name and password are admin. • The default Guest login name and password are guest. To allow a Guest user log in without entering the username and password, select Disable authentication for guest account.

  • Page 101: Log Information

    Administrator Mode 4.5.3 Log Information The log contains dump data that is used by service personnel for analyzing problems. Figure 4-30...

  • Page 102: Tools

    4.5.4 Tools This section allows you to execute certain system operations and view the firmware version. Figure 4-33...
  • Page 103 Administrator Mode [Host Settings] Enter a descriptive name for the camera. [Auto Reboot Setup] Select Enable to activate automatic reboot and specify the time for reboot in the sub fields below. Day Interval: Type the day interval between the reboots. Reboot Time: Use the drop-down list to specify the time for automatic reboot.

  • Page 104: Language

    4.5.5 Language You can select the language for the Web interface. Figure 4-34 Use the Language drop-down list to select a language for the Web interface. By default, the language on the Web interface will be the same with the one used for the operating system.

  • Page 105: Chapter 5 Advanced Applications

    Do not turn the power off within 10 minutes after the firmware has been updated. If you use GV-IP Device Utility for firmware upgrade, the computer used to upgrade firmware must be under the same network as the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100.

  • Page 106: Using The Web Interface

    5.1.1 Using the Web Interface 1. In the Live View window, click the Show System Menu button (No. 8, Figure 3-2) and select Remote Config. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-1 2. Click the Browser button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer. 3.

  • Page 107: Using The Gv-Ip Device Utility

    3. Click the Search button to locate the IP devices on the LAN or click the New button and assign the IP address to locate a GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 on the network. Or highlight one IP device in the list and click the...
  • Page 108 4. Click on the IP address of the camera and select Configure. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-3 5. Click the Firmware Upgrade tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-4 5. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your local computer.
  • Page 109 Advanced Applications 6. If you like to upgrade all the GV-Hybrid LPR Cameras 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 in the list, check Upgrade all devices. 7. Type Password, and click Upgrade to start the upgrade.

  • Page 110: Backing Up And Restoring Settings

    With the GV-IP Device Utility included on the Software DVD, you can back up the configurations in the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100, and restore the backup data to the current unit or import it to another unit.
  • Page 111 Advanced Applications To restore the settings 1. In Figure 5-3, click the Import Settings tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-6 2. Click the Browse button to locate the backup file (.dat). 3. Select Upgrade all devices to import the settings into the same type of device in the same LAN.

  • Page 112: Restoring To Factory Default Settings

    5.3.1 Using the Web Interface For GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100, follow the steps below to restore the factory default settings through the camera’s Web interface. 1. In the left menu of the Web interface, Click Tools.

  • Page 113: Verifying Watermark

    Advanced Applications 5.4 Verifying Watermark The watermark is an encrypted and digital signature embedded in the video stream during the compression stage, protecting the video from the moment of creation. Watermarking ensures that an image is not edited or damaged after it is recorded. To enable the watermark function, see Watermark Setting, 4.1.1 Video Settings.

  • Page 114: The Watermark Proof Window

    5.4.3 The Watermark Proof Window Figure 5-8 The controls in the window: No. Name Description Open File Opens the recording. First Frame Goes to the first frame of the file. Play Plays the file. Previous Frame Goes to the previous frame of the file. Next Frame Goes to the next frame of the file.

  • Page 115: Chapter 6 Dvr Configurations

    8 streams of connection. • When a GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 is connected to IE browser or any other applications, it takes up 1 stream; when it is connected to GV-System, it takes up 2 streams.
  • Page 116 • The hardware compression and the “Pre-Recording Using RAM” feature cannot work on the videos from GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100. For details about the “Pre-Recording Using RAM” feature, see “System Configuration”, Chapter 1, DVR User’s Manual on the GV-NVR Software DVD.

  • Page 117: Setting Up Ip Cameras On Gv-System

    DVR Configurations 6.1 Setting Up IP Cameras on GV-System Follow the steps below to manually connect your GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 to GV-System. Note: The following instructions are based on V8.5.7.0 software and user interfaces.
  • Page 118 3. Type the IP address, username and password of the camera. Modify the default HTTP port if necessary. Figure 6-3 4. Select GeoVision from the Brand drop-down list and select GV-IPLPR_CAM10 / GV-IPLPR_CAM 5 from the Device drop-down list. This dialog box appears. Note: For the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R, select GV-IPLPR_CAM10.
  • Page 119 DVR Configurations Codec type: The live view codec and resolution settings are displayed here. Resolution: Select resolutions for preview and recording. 5. Click Apply. The camera is added to the list. 6. Click the listed camera, select Display position and select a channel number to map the camera to a channel on the GV-System.

  • Page 120: Customizing Camera Settings

    6.1.1 Customizing Camera Settings After the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 is connected and assigned with a display channel, you can configure the camera’s settings such as frame rate, codec type and resolution. Right-click the camera to see the following list of...
  • Page 121 DVR Configurations Automatically Adjust DST: If enabled, the time on the camera’s Web interface will be synchronized with the time of the GV-System when DST period starts or ends on the GV-System.

  • Page 122: Setting Up Ip Cameras On Gv-Vms

    6.2 Setting Up IP Cameras on GV-VMS Follow the steps below to manually connect your GV-IR LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 to GV-VSM. Note: The following instructions are based on V14.10 software and user interfaces. To access the IP Device Setup page, click Home , select Toolbar , click Configure...
  • Page 123 DVR Configurations Type the IP address, username and password of the IP camera. Modify the default HTTP port 80 if necessary. Select a camera brand and model name from the Brand and Device drop-down lists respectively. This dialog box appears. Note: For the GV-IP LPR Camera 5R, select GV-IPLPRCam5R.
  • Page 124 In the dialog box, configure the options which may vary depending on camera brands. Dual Streams: The GV-IR LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 is set to dual streams by default. Select this option to apply the dual-streaming settings (lower resolution for live view and higher resolution for recording) if the camera supports dual streams.

  • Page 125: Remote Monitoring With Multi View

    DVR Configurations 6.3 Remote Monitoring with Multi View You can monitor the live view of the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 using the Multi View. Connecting to GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R /...
  • Page 126 6. Select GV-IP Camera, GV-IP Speed Dome from the Device drop-down list. Type the host name, IP address, user name and password of the camera. Modify the default VSS port 10000 if necessary. Figure 6-11 7. Click Save to establish connection. For details on the Multi View functions, see “Multi View Viewer”, Chapter 8, DVR User’s Manual on the GV-NVR Software DVD.

  • Page 127: Remote Monitoring With E-Map

    DVR Configurations 6.4 Remote Monitoring with E-Map You can use the Remote E-Map to monitor the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100. Creating an E-Map for the 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 128 Connecting to the Camera Depending on where you save the created E-Map file (GV-System, 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 in the GV-System. 1.

  • Page 129: Chapter 7 Cms Configurations

    Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100 in the central monitoring stations Center V2 and VSM and Dispatch Server. 7.1 Center V2 The Center V2 can monitor the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100. TCP/ IP...
  • Page 130 Figure 7-2 To define how to display the received video on motion detection, click the Preference Settings button and select System Configure. This dialog box appears. Figure 7-3 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.
  • Page 131 Camera send by I/O trigger will monitor: This feature is not functional for GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100. For further information on how to mange the received video from the camera, see GV-CMS...

  • Page 132: Vital Sign Monitor

    7.2 Vital Sign Monitor The Vital Sign Monitor can monitor the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100. Figure 7-4 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 133: Dispatch Server

    CMS Configurations 7.3 Dispatch Server The Dispatch Server can manage the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R / GV-IP LPR Camera 5R / GV-LPC1100, and distribute them to the Center V2. Figure 7-6 To enable connecting to the camera, click the Server Setting button on the toolbar, and enable Allow GV IP devices to login as subscriber from Port.
  • Page 134 For further information on how to mange the received video from the camera, see GV-CMS Series User’s manual...

  • Page 135: Chapter 8 Smart Device Connection

    Chapter 8 Smart Device Connection You can access the live view on your mobile devices using the mobile application GV-Eye. Android Smartphone, tablet, iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch are supported. For details on system requirements, installation and setup, see visit our website: http://www.geovision.com.tw/english/5_4_iview.asp...

  • Page 136: Specifications

    Specifications GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R Camera 1/3’’ B/W progressive scan CMOS Image Sensor Picture Elements 1280 (H) x 1024 (V) Shutter Speed Automatic, Manual (1/500 ~ 1/8000 sec) White Balance Auto / Manual (2800K ~ 8500K) 50 dB...
  • Page 137 Specifications Operation Audio Compression G.711, AAC (Optional) Audio Support Two-way audio Video Resolution 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Main Stream 1280 x 720, 640 x 360, 448 x 252 16.9 1280 x 1024, 640 x 512, 320 x 256 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Sub Stream 16.9...
  • Page 138 General Operating Temperature -40°C ~ 50°C (-40°F ~ 122°F) Humidity 10% ~ 90% (non-condensing) PoE (IEEE802.3at) Power Source Max. Power Consumption 48 W 317.5 x 108.5 x 230.57 mm (12.5 x 4.27 x 9.08”) Camera (with mounting base) Body Dimensions 317.5 x 284.2 x 290 mm (12.5 x 11.19 x 11.41”) (including IR Illuminator / with mounting base) 1 m (3.28 ft)
  • Page 139 3GPP/ISMA browser IE, GV-MultiView Live Viewing CMS Server support GV-Control Center, GV-Center V2, GV-Vital Sign Monitor IR Illuminator (for GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R) IR LED Quantity 12 high power IR LEDs IR Distance 18 ~ 22 m (59.1 ~ 72.2 ft)

  • Page 140: Gv-Ip Lpr Camera 5R

    GV-IP LPR Camera 5R Camera Image Sensor 1/3’’ B/W progressive scan CMOS 1280 (H) x 1024 (V) Picture Elements Shutter Speed Automatic, Manual (1/500 ~ 1/8000 sec) White Balance Auto / Manual (2800K ~ 8500K) S/N Ratio 50 dB Max. Speed 60 km/h (37 mph) Lens Megapixel...
  • Page 141 Specifications Video Resolution 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Main Stream 16.9 1280 x 720, 640 x 360, 448 x 252 1280 x 1024, 640 x 512, 320 x 256 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Sub Stream 16.9 640 x 360, 448 x 252 640 x 512, 320 x 256...
  • Page 142 General Ingress Protection IP67 Vandal Resistance IK10 for metal casing Constantly On Regulatory CE, FCC, C-Tick, RoHS compliant Power over Ethernet PoE Standard IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet / PD PoE Power Supply Type End-Span PoE Power Output DC 48V, 345mA (16.6 W Max.) Web Interface Web-based configuration Installation &...

  • Page 143: Gv-Lpc1100

    Specifications GV-LPC1100 Camera 1/3’’ B/W progressive scan CMOS Image Sensor Picture Elements 1280 (H) x 1024 (V) Automatic, Manual (1/500 ~ 1/8000 sec) Shutter Speed White Balance Auto / Manual (2800K ~ 8500K) S/N Ratio 50 dB Max. Speed 120 km/h (75 mph) Lens Megapixel 1.3 MP...
  • Page 144 Video Resolution 1280 x 960, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Main Stream 16.9 1280 x 720, 640 x 360, 448 x 252 1280 x 1024, 640 x 512, 320 x 256 640 x 480, 320 x 240 Sub Stream 16.9 640 x 360, 448 x 252 640 x 512, 320 x 256...
  • Page 145 Specifications General Operating Temperature -40°C ~ 50°C (-40°F ~ 122°F) Humidity 10% ~ 90% (non-condensing) Power Source DC 48V 2.5A, AC 24V 3A, High PoE (PoE++, 120 W) 50 W Max. Power Consumption Without support 406 x 145 x 109 mm (16" x 5.7" x 4.3") Dimensions rack Cable Length...
  • Page 146 Application Network Storage GV-NVR, GV-System, GV-Recording Server - GV-Eye for Android and iOS Smart Device Access - embedded 3GPP/ISMA browser Live Viewing IE, GV-MultiView CMS Server support GV-Control Center, GV-Center V2, GV-Vital Sign Monitor GV-PA482 High Power Over Ethernet (PoE++) / PSE PoE Standard DC 48V, 2.5A (120 W Max.) PoE Power Output...

  • Page 147: Appendix

    Appendix A. The CGI Command With GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R, you can obtain a snapshot of the live view or access the User Account Web interface simply by executing CGI commands. For a GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 10R with the following details: IP address: 192.168.2.11...

  • Page 148: Rtsp Protocol Support

    B. RTSP Protocol Support The GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 20R / 10R supports RTSP protocol for both video and audio streaming. For RTSP command, enter: rtsp://<IP of the GV-Hybrid LPR Camera 10R:8554/<CH No.>.sdp For example, rtsp://192.168.3.111:8554/CH001.sdp Note: The RTSP streaming provides source video images of 352 x 240 / 352 x 288 only.

  • Page 149: Settings For Internet Explorer 8 Or Later

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

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