Thank you for purchasing Network Video Recorder VK-64 v2.0 (hereafter referred to as
“VK-64”). VK-64 is a network video recording and monitoring system and consists of theStorage Server and Viewer. Please read this manual prior to operation. This manual also
explains how to use the Network Video Recorder VK-16 v2.0 (hereafter referred to as
“VK-16”), VK-Lite v2.0 (hereafter referred to as “VK-Lite”), and Viewer-Only use. See P. 18
for the difference between the VK-64 and VK-16. See P. 41 for the difference between VK64/VK-16 and VK-Lite. See P. 161 for the functions not available in the Viewer Only mode.
*VK-16 and VK-Lite have the same functionality as VK-64 outlined in this manual, unless explicitly
indicated otherwise.
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(3)All possible measures have been taken to ensurethat the contents of this manual are
accurate. If you find any errors, omissions or other faults, please contact your vendor.
(4)Irrespective of items (2) and (3) above, Canon cannot bear responsibility for any effects
resulting from operation.
(5)When procedures that involve usingthe control panel are described in this manual, the
operations are described as shown in Windows Vista Basic.
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Malfunction and failure of the software, or other factors may cause problems, such as recording
failure, recorded data corruption or loss. Canon shall have no liability whatsoever for any loss or
damages incurred by the user as a result of such problems.
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For various types of information relating to support, including updated product software (patch installer),
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Videos, images or sounds recorded with your camera may not be utilized or published, without consent of
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law (Copyright(c) 2000-2003 Apache Software Foundation). For the license terms associated with this software, please refer to the file
APACHE_LICENSE in the LICENSE folder, in the installation directory.
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MPEG-4
NOTICE ABOUT THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD: THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE
MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL
USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL
STANDARD ("MPEG-4 VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A
CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY. NO LICENSE IS
GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING
THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND ADDITIONAL
LICENSING MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, LLC. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
“This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding
MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a
personal and non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to
provide MPEG-4 compliant video. No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG-4
standard.”
Third Party's Software
This product contains third party's software modules. For the license conditions, please refer to the
LICENSE folder on the supplied CD-ROM.
.
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FastCGIOpen Market LicenseFastCGI
ExpatMIT LicenseExpat
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Purpose of This Manual
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This manual is written for the System Administrator installng and operating the VK-64/VK16 system.
It explains the functions of VK-64/VK-16 and introduces more appropriate system
deployment methods. Use this manual as a reference when making a backup of data or
troubleshooting a problem.
VK-64/VK-16 comes with three manuals including this document.
Setup Guide
A manual that introduces this software.
Be sure to read this manual when using the software for the first time.
Viewer Operation Guide
A simplified manual for the VK Viewer.
Be sure to read the Administrator’s Manual for details.
Administrator’s Manual (this manual - pdf file)
This manual is intended for the System Administrator to install and operating this
software.
Be sure to read this manual to ensure proper system operation.
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Before Starting Operations <Important>
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It is recommended that you perform tests under actual conditions before starting
operations.
This recording software may not operate as your settings in recording or
displaying live video, depending on the capabilities of your PC and the
network environment.
When load on your computer CPU and hard disk is high, the specified frame
rate may not be available, or the video recording may be interrupted or the
Viewer operation may take longer. Also, when availabledisk space is low,
the disk load may increase and the video recording may be interrupted.
The performance of storage servers and viewers may be negatively affected
on the PC, where anti-virus software or firewall is running.
When using a proxy server (→P. 57, P. 79)
If you use a proxy server, recording frame rate may not be achieved as
specified or live video monitoring may be interrupted. Also, communication
between the Storage Server and Viewer may occasionally be disconnected.
If you are operating using IPSec, the recording and display performance
may be degraded.
Refer to “Notes on Operating Environment” (→P. 24~27) for information on
OS you use.
When recording to a NAS server, it is recommended to separate the
communication networks for the camera and NAS.
Use recommended NAS servers with Windows Storage Server 2003 or
Windows Storage Server 2003 R2.
Although the audio function of the VB-C60, VB-C300, VB-C50i, VB-C50iR,
and VB-C50FSi can also be used,take note of the following warnings.
• The VK Viewer supports audio transmission and reception.
• Audio data can be recorded. However, audio data cannot be recorded
individually, and must be recorded together with video data.
• Only when playing video, the recorded video (JPEG
• The audio stream may be interrupted due to the performance of your PC
• The audio function is not available via a proxy server.
• Audio may be interrupted on the PC where anti-virus software is running.
The software may not be able to record video, if you use it under the
condition where the IP address of storage servers or camera servers are
occasionally changed. So, please be sure to use fixed IP addresses.
the recorded audio. However, the audio and images may not synchronize
depending on the environment (→P.114).
and the network environment.
) is synchronized with
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Chapter 1
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System Overview
Chapter Overview
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This chapter provides preliminary information you should know before using the VK-64/VK16 and explains the operating environment and basic concept you need to understand to
design your system.
Preparation Flow
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Explains the flow from setting up the VK-64/VK-16 to starting the operation.
System Operation Overview
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Explains the system operating environment such asthe number of Camera Servers
available for the Storage Server, product types, and the number of licenses for each
product.
Communication Mechanism of VK-64/VK-16
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Explains the communication mechanism of the VK-64/VK-16 with, using a typical system
configuration.
Operating Environment
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Explains operating environment of the VK-64/VK-16 and points of notice regarding the OS
environment.
Notes on Operating Environment
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Explains about each version of Windows OS.
System Design Concept
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Explains the concept and points of notice when you design the system.
VK-Lite
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Explains about functional limitations and the specification comparison between VK-Lite and
VK-64/VK-16.
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Preparation Flow
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The following explains the flow from setting up the VK-64/VK-16 to starting the operation.
Set up Camera Servers
1
The first step is to set up your Camera Servers. Refer
to your Camera Server manuals for connection in
detail.
Camera Servers (➝ P. 22)
VB-C300
Install Storage Server and Viewer
2
The Storage Server and Viewer can be installed on one PC.
The Viewer can be installed on other computers on the
network, and it will access recorded video from the Storage
Server through the network.
Server setting, event notification to users and user privilege
configuration can be set via Storage Server Configuration
dialog.
VB-C60
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Create and save Viewer Layout
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4
Monitoring live video and
playing back recorded events
can be done by the Viewer
application. And also you can
customize the Viewing Area
and save Layouts.
Recorded video from
Storage Server
Preparation Flow
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Live video from
Camera Servers
Configure Recording Settings
3
Register Camera Servers and Storage
Servers andset up recording schedules.
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VK-64/VK-16 Overview
Network Video Recorder
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Network Video Recorder is software for viewing video, recording video and audio, and
playing back video from multiple network cameras (hereafter referred to as “Camera
Servers”). This supports viewing and recording JPEG and MPEG-4 video, bidirectional
audio communication, and recording audio.
Composition of Network Video Recorder
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Network Video Recorder consists of two software component: a Storage Server and a
Viewer.
The Storage Server can record video from multiple Camera Servers, and can also record
event information from motion detection and external device inputs. The Viewers can
show the live video from multiple Camera Servers, and playback video recordings saved
on a Storage Server.
Network Video Recorder VK-64 (hereafter referred to as “VK-64”) can register and use
up to a maximum of 64 Camera Servers.
Network Video Recorder VK-16
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Network Video Recorder VK-16 (hereafter referred to as “VK-16”) has the same basic
functionality as VK-64, but is only able to register up to 16 Camera Servers.
A comparison between VK-64 and VK-16 is as follows.
TypeStorage ServerViewer
VK-64Maximum number of registered Camera Servers: 64 units
Same
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VK-16
* The Viewer for VK-64 and VK-16 is the same.
Maximum number of registered Camera Servers: 16 units
All other functions are the same as the VK-64
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VK-64 Viewer (Using the Viewer Only)
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If you want to use additional Viewers, purchase the required number of viewer license. If
you do not need to record video, the Viewer can be used in a standalone configuration.
You can perform live viewing and camera control of up to 64 units (cannot use functions
such as recording and playback, display event information from motion detection and
external device inputs, or still frames).
Upgrading from a Previous Version
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To upgrade from an older version (v1.1, v1.2, v1.3, or v1.4) to v2.0, download the free
patch install from our website. License keys from older versions can also bevalid in v2.0.
Network Video Recorder VK-Lite
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The Network Video Recorder VK-Lite (hereafter referred to as “VK-Lite”) which is
bundled with the VB-C60 is a simplified version of VK-64/VK-16. VK-Lite can display
video, record video and audio, and playback for up to 4 Camera Servers.
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Communication Mechanism of VK-64/VK-16
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The following explains the communication mechanism of the VK-64/VK-16, with using a
typical system configuration.
Typical System Configuration
VK-64/VK-16 provides video viewing and recording from Camera Servers via an IP
network such as a LAN. Since VK-64/VK-16 makes use of IP networks, cameras can be
installed easily. And also addition of new camera or change of camera location can be
done flexibly.
VC-C50iVC-C50iRVB150
Live
VB-C50FSi
VB-C60
VB-C300
VB-C50i
Live
VB-C50iR
Monitor
View live and recorded video
Viewer
Operator Capabilities:
Viewing Live Video Viewing Events Viewing recorded video
Playback
Live
Playback
Playback
Live
Monitor
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Record
Playback
Receive and
record video.
Play back
recorded video
by Viewer.
Configure recording settings Configure event alerts
Viewing Live Video Viewing Events Viewing recorded video
Configuring Camera Servers Configuring Storage Server
Save logs information of such as video, audio, and
events.
User can view recorded information, monitor live-video
and check and search events from recording server.
Administrator can configure the strage server setting.
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Playback
RecordMonitor
Record video to the
Storage Server #2
Storage Server
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Supported Camera Servers
The table below shows the Camera Servers supported by VK-64/VK-16.
This information is as of September 2008. For the latest information, please access
to Canon Web site.
Camera ServerFirmware Versions
VB-C60Ver. 1.0 0
VB-C300
VB-C50iRVB-C50i
VB-C50FSiVer. 1.0 Rev. 77 or later
VB-C50FSiVer. 1.0 Rev. 77 or later
VB-C10RVB-C10
VB150Ver. 1.1 Rev. 42 or later
Ver. 1.0 Rev. 02 or later
Ver. 1.1 Rev. 0 or later
Ver. 1.2 Rev. 77 or later
Ver. 1.0 Rev. 27 or later
If using VB150 with multiple cameras, there are restrictions on
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frame rate.
Refer to your VB150 User’s Manual for details (➝ P. 36).
This version of the Storage Server and Viewer do not support
IPv6. Operate VB-C60 using IPv4.
The VB-C10, VB-C10R, and VB150 are not supported by VK-
Lite.
Firmware Upgrade
The latest firmware information can be found on Canon Web site.
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System Environment
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Operating Environment
This information is as of September 2008. For the latest information, please access
to Canon Web site.
Viewer
Minimum Configuration
CPUPentium 4 2.2GHz or faster (
Windows XP Professional (SP2, SP3)
Operating System
Memory1GB or more
Hard Disk2GB or more
Display
Sound
* VK-Lite also supports Windows Vista Home Premium.
* Only 32-bit Edition of Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 are supported.
* 32-bit Edition/64-bit Edition of Windows Vista are supported.
Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition (SP2)
Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard Edition (SP2)
Windows Vista Business/Enterprise/Ultimate (SP1)
1024 x 768 or higher resolution for the effective display area
Color display of16 bits or more
A high performance video card is recommended. In case of using PCI video
cards, display performance may be reduced.
Audio playback support is necessary for event notification alert sounds (➝ P. 168).
Pentium4 3.4GHz or
higher
when using MPEG-4
)
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Storage Server
Minimum Configuration
CPUPentium 4 2.2GHzor faster (
Windows XPProfessional (SP2, SP3)
Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition (SP2)
Operating System
Memory
Hard Disk20GB HDD or more, SCSI or IDE, NTFS formatted
* The requirements for Storage Server will vary due to the operating environment (number of Camera
Servers, setting of recording frame rate etc.). It is also dependent on pre-event recording settings.
Please contact dealers that handle Canon products for further information.
* VK-Lite also supports Windows Vista Home Premium.
* Only 32-bit Edition of Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 are supported.
* 32-bit Edition/64-bit Edition of Windows Vista is supported.
Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard Edition (SP2)
Windows Vista Business/Enterprise/Ultimate (SP1)
1GB RAM or more
For using more than 48 Camera Servers, 1.5GB or more required.
Pentium4 3.4GHz or
higher
when using MPEG-4
)
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Windows XP
If your Storage Server is installed to the PC on Windows XP SP2 or SP3 and your viewer
is installed to another PC, it is necessary to change your Windows firewall settings for
Windows XP SP2 or SP3.
* The following setting is not required if you install the Storage Server and Viewer on the
same PC.
After installation of the Storage Server:
1. Click Control Panel from the Windows Start menu to launchthe Control Panel.
2. In Control Panel, select Windows Firewall. If Windows Firewall is not shown, selectSecurity Center and then select Windows Firewall.
3. When the Windows Firewall dialog is shown, select the Exception tab andthen click
Add Port.
4. In the Add a Port dialog, enter a name for the Storage Server, e.g., “VK-64/VK-16
Storage Server”. And then enter the Port number as “80”. Make sure the TCP protocol
is selected and click OK.
5. In the Windows Firewall dialog, your additional Storage Server is now listed. Make
sure the check box is marked. Click OK to close the dialog.
Setting is now complete.
If more than ten Camera Servers out of all registered ones cannot be connected to
StorageServers, recording operations may take longer.
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Notes on Operating Environment
The default setting of security level of Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition (SP2) and
Windows Server 2003 R2 Standard Edition (SP2) for the Internet or intranet sites in
Internet Explorer is “High”.
Therefore, windows such as the settings window do not function normally unless you first
register the site in the contents block dialog box that appears when you access the
camera’s top page. Register the site to ensure normal functioning.
1. When you access the Camera Server top
page etc. in Internet Explorer, the dialog box
shown at right appears.
2. Click Add, and then the dialog box for adding
Trusted sites appears.
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3. Ensure the IP address of your camera server displayed in the Add this Web site to the
zone box and then click Add to register the camera as a trusted site.
For more information on registration to the trusted sites, click Learn more about
Internet Explorer’s Enhanced Security Configuration in the dialog box shown in
step 1 and refer to the summary provided.
Settings are now complete.
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Windows Vista
When using VK-64/VK-16 on Windows Vista Business/Enterprise/Ultimate, pay attention to
the following restrictions:
Upgrade your PC
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Please note that before upgrading your PC to Windows Vista, you need to upgrade this
software to v2.0, if the version is older than v2.0.
If you upgrade your PC to Windows Vista before upgradingthe softwareto v2.0, you will
not able to complete upgrade installation to v2.0. In this case, follow the procedure below.
1. Right click on the Storage Server Configuration icon on the desktop, then choose
Properties.
2. Click the Compatibility tab and check the Run this program as an administrator
check box.
3. Double click the Storage Server Configuration icon to launch the Storage Server
Configuration tool.
4. Click the Stop Storage Server button in the Storage server status.
5. Click the Retry button on the installer wizard for VK version 2.0.
Warning dialog appeared when opening the Storage Server
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Configuration dialog
If User Account Control is enabled on Windows Vista, the User Account Control dialog
will appear when you launch the Storage Server Configuration tool.
Click the Continue button to launch the Storage Server Configuration tool.
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Storage location of recorded video
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On Windows Vista, snap shots and video files cannot be saved into the Windows folder or
the Program Files folder on the system drive.
Shadow backup
●
You cannot use shadow backup of Windows Vista. So, if once you delete a configuration
file of VK-64/VK-16, you cannot restore the file with shadow backup.(➝ P.233)
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System Configuration Example
When Viewing and Recording with one PC
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Record video to the Storage Server
Storage Server
Display live and recorded video
Viewer
VB-C300
Load on PC may increase depending on the number of camera servers and recording
schedule. Consider your system configuration referring to “Server Sizing Concept”
(➝ P. 31).
When Viewing and Recording with one Storage Server and
●
Multiple Viewers
Receiving and
Recording Video
Storage
Server
Recording Video to
the Storage Server
Storage Server
ReceivingVideo and
Controlling Camera Server
Viewer
If many Viewers accessing to the same Camera Servers and
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Storage Servers simultaneously, it will affect system performance.
Installation of both Storage Server and Viewer on a single PC
may cause a heavy load on your PC depending on the number
of camera servers or recording schedule. If you use VK-64/VK16 with many Camera Servers, install each application on
different PCs. Viewing with a low capacity PC may take longer,
the specified frame rate may not be achieved, recording frame
rate may be lower, or recording may be interrupted (➝P. 31).
Displaying Live and Recorded Video
Viewer
Displaying Live and Recorded Video
Viewer
Viewer
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When using multiple Storage Servers and Viewers
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One or more Storage Servers can be used on the same network and Viewer applications
can be configured to play video from more than one Storage Server. For each Viewer,
Master Storage Server (➝ P. 30) needs to be specified for saving information such as
zones and locations of cameras, as well as saving Viewer layouts created by the user.
Receiving and
Receiving video and
controlling camera server
Recording Video
Play back
recorded video
Viewer
Storage
Server
Displying live and recorded events
Viewer
Recording video to
the Storage Server #1
Master Storage
Server
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Receiving and
Recording video
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Displaying playback video from Storage Server 1
Viewer
Viewer
Plays back
Storage
Server
recorded video
Recording video to the
Storage Server #2
Storage Server
You can operate VK-64/VK-16 with up to ten Storage Servers
using any combination of VK-64 Storage Server and VK-16
Storage Server. Up to 192 Camera Servers can be operated.
Up to 10 Viewers can be connected to a Storage Server at the
same time.
If the Storage Server and/or Viewer are installed on multiple
PCs, you need to purchase the necessary license separately
(➝P. 18).
You can not use multiple Storage Servers with VK-Lite.
Multiple Storage Server can be
added to one network. Viewers can
receive video for playback from
more than one Storage Server.
Storage
Server
Recording video to
the Storage Server #3
Storage Server
Displaying playback video from
Storage Server #2 and #3
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When using multiple Storage Servers
If multiple Storage Servers are being used, you should specify the Master Storage Server.
A typical multiple Storage Server arrangement is shown below.
Storage Server #2
Master Storage Server
Play back Video to Viewer
Load Camera Server information
Load Zones and Locations
Load Viewer Layouts
Save Camera Server information
Save Zones and Locations
Save Viewer Layouts
A master storage serveris a server, which viewers connect to in the first place. Master
storage servers store information about camera servers, locations, zones and viewer
layouts, which range over multiple storage servers. Viewers extract those information from
a master storage server.
All of the Viewers within a system should use the same
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Storage Server as the Master Storage Server. This makes it
possible to use the same Zones, Locations, and Viewer
Layouts in all of theViewers.
Ensure if the Storage Server and Viewer installed to the PC is
operated with correct daytime setting regularly. We
recommend that you use NTP function to set the time for
Storage Server automatically.
Adjusting the time of Storage Server during recording may
cause problems to the recording video.
When multiple Storage Servers are operated, if the Storage
Servers other than the Master Storage Server are stopped, it
takes time to display the Configuration and Preferences
screen (approximately up to 30 seconds).
Viewer
Play back Video to Viewer
Play back Video to Viewer
Storage Server #3
When using Viewer alone
The Viewer can be used by itself without connecting to the Storage Server. Although there
are some restrictions on functions such as recording and Event Search, Viewer-Only mode
allows to view live videos.
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