Geovision GV-MFD2700-0F User Manual

GV-IP Camera

Firmware Manual

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Contents

Preface .............................................................................. vi

Naming and Definition..........................

Note for Connecting to GV-DVR / NVR

Note for Recording .......................................................

Note for GV-BX2600..............................

Frame Rate ............................................

Browser..................................................

ording ..............................................

Rec ....................... xviii

e for GV-EVD5100 / EFD5101 / EBL

Not 5101.................xix

pter 1 Intr

Cha .............................1

1.1 System Requirement..........................

oduction

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/ GV-VMS....... xvi

xvii

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Chapter 2 Getting Started ................................................3

2.1 Accessing the Live View ....................

2.1.1 Checking the Dynamic IP Addre

2.1.2 Configuring the IP Address ..........................................6

2.1.3 Configuring the Wireless Connection ...........................8

2.2 Adjusting Image Clarity........................................................12

2.2.1 Using Focus Adjustment Cap.....................................16

2.2.2 Locations of Adjustment Screws ................................17

2.3 Configuring the Basics.........................................................20

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ss ...............................4

Chapter 3 Accessing the Camera..................................21

3.1 Accessing Your Surveillance Images..................................21

3.2 Functions Featured on the Main Page.................................23

3.2.1 The Live View Window...............................................24

3.2.2 The Control Panel of the Live View Window...............30

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3.2.3 Snapshot of Live Video ..............................................37

3.2.4 Video Recording ......................

3.2.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-a

3.2.6 Alarm Notification.....................

onfiguration.

3.2.7 Video and Audio

3.2.8 Remote Configuration ..............

3.2.9 Camera Name Display.............

3.2.10 Image Enhancement

.2.11 Visual PTZ.............................

3

3.2.12 Digital PTZ.............................

3.2.13 I/O Control .............................

3.2.14 Visual Automation..................

3.2.15 Network Status.......................

C

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Chapter 4

4.1 Video and Motion....................................

4.2 Video Analysis ..........................................................................82

4.3 I/O Settings..............................................................................104

Administrator Mode ...........

4.1.1 Video Settings.................................

4.1.2 Motion Detection.............................

4.1.3 Privacy Mask...................................

4.1.4 Text Overlay ...................................

4.1.5 Tampering Alarm.............................

4.1.6 Visual Automation............................................................... 80

4.2.1 Motion Detection................................................................. 85

4.2.2 Advanced Video Analysis.................................................... 89

4.2.3 Unattended Object / Missing Object Detection..................... 99

4.2.4 Tampering Alarm...............................................................102

4.3.1 Input Settings.................................................................... 105

4.3.2 Output Settings .................................................................107

4.3.3 PTZ Settings ..................................................................... 108

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nd-Picture View .........38

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4.4 Events and Alerts....................................................................109

4.4.1 E-mail .............................................

4.4

.

2 FTP.................................................

4.4.3 Center V2..........................................................................

4.4.4 Vital Sign Monitor............................

4.4.5 Backup Center ................................

4.4.6 Video Gateway / Recording Server..

4.4.7 ViewLog Server...............................

4.4.8 RTSP/ONVIF ..................................

4.4.9 Speaker..........................................

4.5 Monitoring..........................................................

4.5.1 Monitoring Settings for GV-EBL2101

4.6 Recording Schedule ...............................

4.6.1 Recording Schedule Settings ..........

4.6.2 I/O Monitoring Settings....................

4.7 Remote ViewLog .....................................

4.8 Network ...................................................

4.8.1 LAN Configuration.............................................................

4.8.2 Wireless Client Mode ......................

4.8.3 Advanced TCP/IP............................

4.8.4 UMTS Settings.................................................................. 146

4.8.5 IP Filter Settings................................................................ 149

4.8.6 SNMP Settings.................................................................. 151

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/ 2111 / 3101............132

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4.9 Management............................................................................153

4.9.1 Date & Time Settings ........................................................153

4.9.2 Storage Settings ...............................................................155

4.9.3 User Account ....................................................................163

4.9.4 Log Information................................................................. 164

4.9.5 Tools.................................................................................165

4.9.6 Language..........................................................................168

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Chapter 5 Recording and Playback ............................169

5.1 Recording................................................................................169

5.2 ................170

yback..................................................................

Pla

5.2.1 Playback from the Memory Card ....................................... 170

2 Playback over Network.....................

5.2.

5.2.3 Access to the Recorded Files throug

5.2.4 Playback of Daylight Saving Time Ev

Chapter 6 Advanced Applications .....

6.1 U .....................180

pgrading System Firmware.............................

6.1.1 Using the Web Configuration Interfa

6.1.2 Using the IP Device Utility ...............

6.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings.......

6.3 Changing Password ................................

6.4 Verifying Watermark...............................

6.4.1 Accessing AVI Files ........................

6.4.2 Running Watermark Proof.................................................

6.4.3 The Watermark Proof Window.........

6.5 Downloading Videos from the Micro SD

6.5.1 Installing the GV-SDCardSync Utility................................. 196

6.5.2 The GV-SDCardSync Utility Window .................................200

Chapter 7 DVR Configurations ....................................202

7.1 Setting up an IP Camera on GV-DVR / NVR...........................204

7.1.1 Customizing IP Camera Settings on GV-DVR / NVR .........207

7.2 Setting Up IP Cameras on GV-VMS........................................209

7.3 Remote Monitoring with Multi View .......................................212

7.3.1 Connecting to the IP Camera ............................................ 212

7.4 Remote Monitoring with E-Map..............................................213

7.4.1 Creating an E-Map for the IP Camera................................213

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h FTP Server............. 177

ents.......................... 178

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ce ..............................182

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Card.......................195

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7.4.2 Connecting to the IP Camera ............................................ 215

Chapter 8 CMS Configurations....................................216

8.1 Center V2.................................................................................216

8.2 Vita

8.3 Dispatch Server.......................................

l Sign Monitor ...................................

................................219

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Chapter 9 Smart Device Connection..

Ap

pendix……………………………………

A. Settings for Internet Explorer 8.....................

B. RTSP Protocol Command................................................................

C

. Supported UMTS Protocol (3G Modem)...........................................225

D. The CGI Command ......................................................................... 225

E. Power Supply Support List............................................................... 227

F. Supported Firmware for Flash Memory ............................................229

G. Compatible Version of GV-DVR / NVR / GV-VMS for Each Camera

Model……………………………………………………………………..…..230

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v

Preface

come to the GV-IPCAM User’s Manual.

Wel

The GV-IPCAM has a series of models designed

This Manual is designed for the following models

Note:

1. To upgrad

version, bac

before the upgrade and it is requi

after the upgrade.

2. The following models are not supported by firmware V3.10 or later:

e the camera firmware from V2.07 or earlier to the latest

k up the files in the camera’s storage device first

red to re-format the memory card

 GV-BX120D / 130D / 140DW / 220D / 320D / 520D
 GV-CB120 / 220
 GV-CBW120 / 220
 Models installed with a 32 MB NAND flash

o meet different needs.

t

and firmware versions:

vi

Model Model Number

GV-BX2400-0F ~ 2F

GV-BX2400-8F

-BX2600

GV

GV-BX1500-8F

-BX2500-8F

GV

-BX27 265

00-8F (H. ) GV

Box Camera

GV-BX34

GV

GV-BX47 .26

GV-BX5

GV-BX15

00-8F

-BX5300-8F

00-8F

7

00-8F

00-3V

GV-BX2500-3V

GV-BX3400-3V

GV-BX5300-6V

GV-BX2400-3V

GV-BX2400-4V

GV-BX2700-3V (H.265)

GV-BX4700-3V (H.265)

GV-BX5700-3V

GV-BX12201

(H

5)

26

(H.

5)

(H.265)

Fixed Lens

Varifocal

Lens

Fix

Varifocal

Lens, P-Iris

Varifocal

Lens,

DC-Iris

Varifocal

Lens, P-Iris

Varifocal

Lens

ed Lens

Firmware

Version

V3.12

V1.0

V3.12

06

V1.

V3.12

V1.06

V3.12

V3.12

V1.06

V1.06

V1.02

vii

Model Model Number

GV-BX

2400-E

V-BX

G 5300-E

GV-BX

1500-E

IR Arctic Box

Camera

Target Box

era

Cam

Ultra Box

Camera

Mini Fixed

Dome

-BX3400-E

GV

GV-BX4700-E

)

(H.265 Lens

GV-BX2510-E

5310-E

GV-BX

GV-EBX1100 Se

X2100 Series

GV-EB

X1301 Series

GV-UB

X ries

GV-UB 2301 Se

GV-UBX3301 Series

GV-MFD1501 Series

GV-MFD2501 Series

GV-MFD2401 Series

GV-MFD3401 Series

GV-MFD5301 Series

GV-MFD2700 Series

(H.265)

GV-MFD4700 Series

(H.265)

ries

rifocal Lens

Va

otorized

M

rifocal

Va

Lens, P-Iris

Varifocal

, P-Iris

Motorized

rifocal Lens

Va

xed Lens

Fi

xed Lens

Fi

Fixed Lens

Fixed Lens

Firmware

Version

V3.12

V3.12

V3.12

V1.06

V3.12

V3.12

V1.10

V3.12

V3.12

V3.12

V1.06

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Model Model Number

GV-MDR220

GV-MDR320

GV-MD

Mini Fixed

gged D

Ru

Target Fixed

Dome

ome

R520

V-MD ries

R3400 SeG

GV-MDR5300 S

GV-MDR1500 S

GV-EFD2101

GV-EFD3101

FD5101

GV-E

eries

eries

ixed Lens

F

arifocal

V

Lens, P-Iris

Firmware

Version

V3.12

V3.12

V1.04

Target Mini

Fixed Dom

Target Mini

Fixed Dome

Target Mini

Fixed Rugged

Dome

Target Mini

Fixed Rugged

Dome

GV-EFD1100 Series

GV-EF 2100 Se

e

GV-E 4700 S

(H.2

GV-EFD2700-0F

GV-EFD2700-2F

GV-EDR1100 Series

GV-EDR2100 Series

GV-EDR4700 Series

GV‐EDR2700‐0F

GV-EDR2700-2F

D ries

FD rie

65)

e s

ixed Lens

F

F

ixed Lens

Fixed Lens

Fixed Lens

Fixed Lens V1.00

V1.10

V1.06

V1.00

V1.10

V1.06

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Model Model Number

GV-BL1500

GV-BL2400

GV-B

L3400

GV-BL2500

GV-B 0

L121

GV-BL3410

GV-B

L5310

GV-B

L1501

-B

L2501 GV

GV-B

Bullet Cam

era

L3401

GV-B

L1511

GV-B 11

L25

GV-BL3411

GV-BL5311

GV-BL2511-E

GV-BL5311-E

GV-BL3700

(H.265)

GV-BL5700

(H.265)

Varifocal Lens

rized Varifocal

Moto

Lens

cal Lens,

Varifo

P-Iris

Moto

rized Varifocal

Lens, P-Iris

Motorized Varifocal

Lens, extreme

temperature

tolerance, P-Iris

Varifocal Lens, P-

Iris

Firmware

Version

V3.12

V3.12

V3.12

V3.12

V3.01

V3.12

V3.03

V3.12

V3.03

V1.03

x

Model Model Number

GV-EB

L1100-1F

V-EBL

Target Bullet

Camera

Target Bullet

Camera

Target Bullet Motorized

Camera Varifocal Lens

Target Bullet

Camera

Target Bullet

Camera

G 1100-2F

-EBL2100-1F

GV

GV-EBL

2100-2F

xed Lens V1.10

Fi

GV-EBL2101 V1.04 Varifocal Lens

GV-EBL2111 V1.01

GV-EBL3101 Varifocal Lens V1.01

GV-EBL5101 Varifocal Lens V1.04

GV-EBL4702-1F

Target Bullet

Camera

Target Bullet

Camera

(H.265)

GV-EBL4702-2F

) (H.265

GV-EBL2702-1F

GV-EBL2702-2F

Fixed Lens V1.08

Fixed Lens V1.00

GV-UBL1211

Ultra Bullet

Camera

GV-UBL2411

GV-UBL3411

GV-UBL1511

GV-UBL2511

Motorized

Varifocal Lens

GV-UBL1301 Series

GV-UBL2401 Series

Fixed Lens V3.12

GV-UBL3401 Series

Firmware

Version

V3.12

Coming

xi

Model Model Number

GV-VD120D

(IK10+, T

ransparent Cover)

D121D

GV-V

K10+, Smoked Cover)

(I

GV-VD12

(IK7, Tra

G

(I d Cover)

2D

nsparent Cover)

V-VD123D

K7, Smoke

GV-VD220D

nsparent Cover)

V-VD221D

moked Cover)

22D

nsparent Cover)

V-VD223D

Vandal Proof

e

IP Dom

(IK10+, Tra

G

(IK10+, S

GV-VD2

(IK7, Tra

G

K7, Smoked Cover)

(I

GV-VD320D

(IK10+, Transparent Cover)

GV-VD321D

(IK10+, Smoked Cover)

GV-VD322D

(IK7, Transparent Cover)

GV-VD323D

(IK7, Smoked Cover)

GV-VD1500
GV-VD2400
GV-VD2500
GV-VD3400

Firmware

Version

Varifocal Lens V3.12

xii

Model Model Number

GV-VD1530

-VD

GV 2430

-VD

2530 GV

-VD3430

GV

GV-VD1540

GV-VD2440

GV-VD

2540

-VD

3440

GV

D

Vandal Proof

IP Dome

GV-V 5340

GV-VD2702 (H.265)

GV-VD4702 1.08 (H.265) V

GV-VD

GV-VD2712 )

GV-VD4711 (H.265)

GV-VD5711 (H.265)

GV-VD3700 (H.265) V1.03

GV-VD5700

IR Arctic

Vandal Proof

IP Dome

Target Vandal

Proof IP

Dome

GV-VD2540-E

GV-VD5340-E

GV-EVD2100

GV-EVD3100

GV-EVD5100

(H.265)

(H.265)

Varifocal Lens,

ower IR

high p

LEDs

rized Varifocal

Moto

Lens, high power

Ds

IR LE

cal Lens, P-

Varifo

Iris

Motorized Varifocal

Lens, P-Iris

rized Varifocal

Moto

Lens, P-Iris

Varifocal Lens, P-

Iris

Motorized Varifocal

Lens, high power

IR LEDs, extreme

temperatures

Varifocal Lens,

P-Iris

Firmware

Version

V3.12

V3.12

V1.05

V1.08 5702

V1.08 (H.265

V1.06

V1.04

V1.03

V3.12

V1.04

x

iii

Model Model Number

PTZ Cam GV-PTZ010D

PT Cam

Advanced
Cube
Camera

Cube Ca

era

era

GV-PT130D

-CA120

-CA22

-CAW120

-CAW

-CB120

V-CB22

0D

220

0

GV-PT22

GV-PT320D

GV

GV 0

GV

GV

GV

G

NTSC

L

PA

Fi

xed Lens

ed Lens

Fix

xed Lens

Fi

Firmware

Version

V1.09

V3.12

V3.12

V2.14 mera

Fixed IP
Dome

Pinhole
Camera

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GV-FD1500

GV-FD2500

GV-FD3400 V3.12

GV-FD5300

GV-FD3410 V3.12

GV-FD1510

GV-FD2510

GV-UNP2500 Fixed Lens V3.12

Varifocal

Lens

Motorized
Varifocal Lens

V3.12

V3.12

V3.12

Nam n ing and Definitio

GV-DVR /
NVR

GV-VMS GeoVision Video Management System for IP cameras.

GeoVision Analog and Digital V

Software. The GV-DVR also refers to GV-Multicam

System, or GV-Hybrid DVR.

ideo Recording

xv

Note for Connecting to GV-DVR /
NVR / VMS

The GV-IPCAM is designed to work with GV-DV

or digital video management system. Note the f

camera is connected to GV-DVR / NVR / V

1 By default, the images are recorded to the m

the GV-IPCAM (except GV-IR Arct

Series, which are not equipped with a memory card slot).

2 Once the camera is connected to the GV-DVR / NVR / VMS, the

resolution set on the GV-DVR / NVR / VMS will override the

resolution set on the camera’s Web interface. You can only change

the resolution settings through the Web interface when the

connection to the GV-DVR / NVR / VMS is interrupted.

R / NVR / VMS, a hybrid

ollowing when the

MS:

emory card inserted in

ic Box Camera and Target

xvi

Note for Recording

1 By default, the images are recorded to t

the GV-IP Camera (except GV-IR Arctic Bo

Series, which are not equipped wit

r

e the Write recording data into lo

su

3.1.1 Video Settings) is enabled. If this opti

camera will stop recording to the memory c

accessed through Web browsers or

2 Mind the following when using a mem

 Recorded data on the memory c

the data are accessed while the ca

shock, power interruption, memory ca

the memory c

guarantee is provided for such cause

ard reaches the end of its lifespan. No

 The stored data can be lost if t

accessed for a long period of time. B

cally if you seldom access the memory card.

periodi

 Memory cards are expendable and t

accordi

are used. Back up your data regularly and replace the

memory card annually.

o the conditions of the installed site and how they

ng t

he memory card inserted in

x Camera and Target

h a memory card slot). Make

cal storage option (see

on is disabled, the

ard while the live view is

other applications.

ory card for recording:

ard can be damaged or lost if

era is under physical

m

rd detachment or when

s.

he memory card is not

ck up your data

a

heir durability varies

 Replace the memory card when its read/write speed is lower

than 6 MB/s or when the memory card is frequently

undetected by the camera.

3 It is recommended to use memory cards of the following setting

and specifications:

 Apply a battery backup (UPS) to avoid power outage.

 Use Micro SD card of MLC NAND flash, Class 10 for better

performance.

xv

i

i

Note for GV-BX2600

Frame Rate

Mind the following restrictions, without regard t

camera images, when the GV-BX2600 cam

1 The codec MJPEG is not available in the m

2 Dual streaming is not support

3 Video analysis functions, including motio

4 TV-out is not supported.

5 The frame rate will be dropped to 30 fps during live streaming and

6 DR Pro function is not supported.

7 1

Browser

For the users of Microsoft Internet Explorer, version 11 or later is

required to perform the operations through Web browser.

Recording

o the resolution of the

era is set to 60 fps:

ain stream.

ed.

n detection, are not

supported.

recording when the camera starts moni

W

or 2 fps will be dropped on the point of obtaining snapshots in

JPEG format with the CGI command.

toring.

When GV-BX2600 uses Micro SD card or USB HDD for recording, the

camera must not have more than one connection to GeoVision or third-

party software.

xviii

Note f
E

BL5101

When the resolution is set at 2592 x 1944:

1 If the camera is switched to sin

2 If the camera is switched to dual streams and Noise Reduction

3 As long as Noise Reduction is enabled, whether the camera is

or GV-EVD5100 / EFD5101 /

gl

e stream (while stream two is

deselected) and Noise Reduction is dis

can reach up to 30 FPS.

is disabled, the frame rate can reach up to 25 FPS.

switched to single stream or dual streams, the frame rate will

be 15 FPS.

abled, the frame rate

xix

Chapter 1 Introduction

1

Introduction

The GV-IPCAM series offe

P

surveillance in various environmental conditions

I

1.1 System Requ

he c

To perform t

PC is in good network connection, and use one of the following web

browsers:

 Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0 or later

 Google Chrome

 Mozilla Firefox

 Safari

Note:

1 For the users of Internet Explorer 8

require endix A.

2

For GV rnet Explorer 11 or later is required.

3 With no

A. M

B. only the Play function is available on the live view window

C. RTSP streaming must be kept as enabled. For more detail,

To access GV-BX12201 images, the PC spec should be met:

CPU Intel Core i5-4670, 3.40 GHz

ameras’ operations through Web browser, ensure your

d. For details, see App

-BX2600, Inte

n-IE browsers,

tion Detection, Tampering A

o larm, Visual Automation, Text

Overlay and two-way audio are not supported.

(Figure 19-3)

see 3.3.8 RTSP.

rs a comprehensive range of IP cameras for

.

irement

, additional settings are

Memory DDR3 8 GB RAM

On Board Graphics

Intel HD Graphics 4600 (Versions of driver

from year 2014 or later required)

1

access GV -EVD3100 / 5100 and GV-

To -EFD3101 / 5101, GV

5101 ima pec should be met:

EBL ges, the PC s

CPU Intel Core i5-4670, 3.40 GHz

Memory DDR3 4 GB RAM

On Board Graphics

Intel HD Graphics 4600 (Versions of driver

from year 2014 or later required)

2

2

Chapter 2 Getting Started

Getting Started

This section provides the initia

IPC

A

M.

l and basic configurations of the GV-

2.1 Accessing the Live View

When the camera is connected to a network with

be automatically assigned with a dynamic IP address. See 2.1.1

Checking the Dynamic IP Address to look up th

However, if you do not have a DHCP server on your network, access the

camera by its default IP address 192.168.0.10 and see 2.1.2 Configuring

the IP Address for more details.

Note: By default, GV-PTZ010D is assigned with the fixed IP address

192.168.0.10.

a DHCP

is IP address.

server, it will

3

2.1.1 Checking the Dynamic IP Address

Fol and access the Web

low the steps below to look up the IP address

ce.

interfa

1. Install the GV-IP Device Utility program in

DVD.

cluded on the Software

Note: The PC inst

same LAN with the camera you wish to configure.

2. On the GV-IP Utility window, click the

IP devices connected in the s m LA Click the Name or Mac

Address sort.

alled with GV-IP Device Utility must be under the

button to search for the

a e N.

column to

Figure 2-1

4

2

Getting Started

3.

Find the camera with its Mac Address, click on its IP address and

select Web Page.

Figure 2-2

4. The login page appears.

Figure 2-3

5. Type the default ID and password admin and click Apply to log in.

5

2.1.2 Configuring the IP Address

Follow the steps below to configure the IP

1. ault IP address

Open your web browser, and type the def

http://192.168.0.10

2. In both Login and Password fields, type the default value admin.

Click Apply.

3. In the left menu, select Network and then LAN to begin the

network settings. This page appears.

.

address.

Figure 2-4

4. Select Dynamic IP address, 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.

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IMPORTANT:

1. If Dynamic IP Address or PPPoE is ena

which IP address the camera will get from

log in. If your camera is installed in the LA

Device Utility to look up its curren

Checking the Dynamic IP Address. If yo

dynamic IP address via PPPoE, use the d

obtain a domain name that is linked to th

address first. For details on D

4.7.1 LAN Configuration and 4.7.3 Advanced TCP/IP.

2. If Dynamic IP Address or PPPoE is enabled and you cannot

access the camera, you may have to reset it to the factory default

and then perform the network settings again.

To restore your camera to default settings, see Loading Factory

Default in the corresponding Hardware Manual.

ynamic IP Address and PPPoE, see

bled, you need to know

DHCP server or ISP to

N, use the GV-IP

t dynamic IP address. See 2.1.1

ur camera uses a public

ynamic DNS Service to

e camera’s changing IP

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2.1.3 Configuring the Wireless Conn

You may create wirel

 Box Camera: GV-BX1200 series

series / 2500 series / 2700 series / 3400 s

5300 series / 5700 series

 Wireless Advanced Cube Camera: GV-CA

 Mini Fixed Dome: GV-MFD1501 series / 2401

/ 3401 series / 5301 series

1. To set up the wireless LAN for the first tim

a standard network cable

2. An IP address will be automatically assigned to the camera. Use

GV IP Device Utility to search for the device. For details, see 2.1.1

Checking the Dynamic IP Address.

3. Configure the wireless settings.

A. On the Web interface, select Network, select Wireless and

Client Mode. This dialog box appears.

ess connection to the Internet for:

/ 1300 series / 1500 series / 2400

to the camera.

ection

es / 4700 series /

eri

W120/220

series / 2501 series

e

, power on and connect

Figure 2-5

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B.

Type the Network Name (SSID) or click the Access Point

Survey button to search and sele

Points/wireless stations.

C. Select

D. Select the Authentica

E. Type the WPA-PSK Pre-shared Key

F. Click Apply to save the configuration.

Note:

1. Your encryption settings must match those used by the Access

Points or wireless stations with which you want to associate.

2. When Ad Hoc is used, only WEP encryption is supported.

3. When you lose the wireless access, you can still access the unit by

connecting it to a LAN and using the GV IP Device Utility to search

for the device.

4. For detailed information on configuring the wireless LAN, see 4.7.2

Wireless Client Mode.

Ad-Hoc or Infrastructure for the Network type.

tion Type using the drop-down list. You

can also obtain this in

Survey button.

encryption setting for the Access P

formation by clicking the Access Point

ct for the available Access

or WEP depending on the

oint.

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4. Enable wireless LAN.

A. On the Web interface, select Network and LAN. This page

appears.

Figure 2-6

B. Select Wireless for Optional Network Type.

C. To use a dynamic IP address assigned by the DHCP server,

select Dynamic IP address. To use a fixed IP address,

select Static IP address and type the IP address information.

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5.

Click Apply. The Camera will start creating a wireless connection

to the access point.

Note: For GV-CAW1

connection is established.

6. Unplug the Ethernet cable.

20/220, the LAN LED turns blue when the

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2.2 Adjusting Image Clarity

Note the procedures described in this se

that allow manual focus adjustment. To adju

refer to Focus Adjustment in corresponding the

Cube Camera and

Adjustment in 3.2.2 The Control Panel on the Live View Window.

After you have connected your camera to the ne

below to adjust image clarity.

Advanced Cube Camera, refer to Camera

ction only apply to the cameras

st focus of a PTZ camera,

Hardware Manual; for

twork, follow the steps

1. Make sure you have installed the GV-IP De

i

nc

luded on the Software DV

Note: The PC installed with GV-IP Device Utility must be under the

same LAN with the camera you wish to configure.

2. On the GV-IP Utility w ndo , i the

IP

devices c d in the same LAN. Click the IP Address of the

camera you desire. A drop-down list appears.

onnecte

D.

w cl ck button to search for the

vice Utility program

i

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Figure 2-7

2

Getting Started

3.

Select Focus Value. The Login dialog box appears.

Figure 2-8

4. Type the user name and password of the camera selected. The

default is admin for both user name and password. This window

appears.

Figure 2-9

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5. For IK10+ models (GV-VD120D / 121D /

321

D / 1500 / 2400 / 2500 / 3400 / 1530 / 2430 / 2530 / 3430 /

4711 / 5711), hold the supplied Focus A

camera view. For details, see 2.2.1 Us

for details.

6. For Target Mini Fixed Dome and Target Mini Fixed Rugged

Dome, hold the camera cover close to the lens and use the

supplied focus adjustment tool for precise focus adjustment.

Figure 2-10

7. For Mini Fixed Dome and Mini Fixed Rugged Dome, hold the

camera cover close to the lens for precise focus adjustment. For

locations of adjustment screws and rings in each model, see 2.2.2

Locations of Adjustment Screws.

8. Adjust the Focus Screw and the Zoom Screw of the camera slowly

until the focus value reaches the maximum. For example, the

maximum focus value in Step 4 is 103. For locations of adjustment

screws in each model, see 2.2.2 Locations of Adjustment Screws.

220D / 221D / 320D /

djustment Cap over the

ing Focus Adjustment Cap

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Note:

1. Do not over tighten the screws. The s
tight

as your fingers can get them to be. Do not bother using any
tool to get them tighter. Doing so can damage the structure of
lens.

2. The maximum focus value may vary when the environment
changes.

crews only need to be as

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2.2.1 Using Focus Adjustment Cap

The Focus Adjustment Ca r IK10+ models (GV-

VD120D / 121D / 220D / 00 / 2400 / 2500 / 3400

/ 1530 / 2430 / 2530 / 343

p is only supplied fo

221D / 320D / 321D / 15

0 / 4711 / 5711).

Hold the Focus Adjustment

Cap on top of the camera view

and k

camera.

Do not leave a distance

between the Focus

Adjustment Cap and the

camera.

eep it close to the

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2.2.2 Locations of Adjustment Screws

Models Adjustment Screws

Box Camera

Bullet Camera

Vandal Proof IP Dome

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Zoom Screw

Focus Screw

Zoom Screw

Focus Screw

Focus Screw

Zoom Screw

Fixed IP Dome

Focus Screw

Zoom Screw

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Models Adjustment Screws

GV-MFD1501 / 2401 /

3401 / 5301

GV-MDR220 / 320

GV-MDR1500 / 3400 /

5300

GV-VD3700 / 5700

Focus Ring

Focus Ring

Lens Screw

Focus Ring

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Note:

1. The adjustment screws of Box Camera m

models.

2. To focus GV-MFD and

slowly adjust the focus ring. Some models may need a T6 screw

driver to loosen the camera lens. If you have a problem of

obtaining this type of screw driver, please contact our overseas

offices for further assistance.

GV-MDR, loosen the lens screw first and

ay vary for different

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2.3 Configuring the Basics

Once the camera is properly installed, the following important features

an be

configured using the browser-based

c

discussed in the following sections in this m

 Date and time adju

stment: s

ee 4

 Login and privileged passwords: see 4.8.3

Network gateway: see 4.7 Network.



 Camera image adjustment: see 3.2.2 The Control Panel of the Live

View Window

Video format, resolution and frame rate: see 4.1.1 Video Settings.



.

configuration page and are

anual:

.8.1 Date & Time Settings.

U

ser Account.

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Chapter 3 Accessing the Camera

Two types of users are allowed to log on to the GV-IPCAM:

Ad

ini strator and Guest. The Administrator

m

system configurations, while the Guest can onl

(except the Camera Adjustm

ent settings) and network status.

3.1 Accessing Your Surveill

Once installed, your camera is accessible on a network. Follow these

steps to access your surveillance images:

1. Start your web browser.

2. Enter the IP address or the domain name of the camera in the

Location/Address field of your browser.

has full access to all

y access the live view

ance Images

3. Enter the login name and password.

Figure 3-1

 The default login name and password for Administrator are

admin.

 The default login name and password for Guest are guest.

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4. Click Apply. A video image, similar to the example on Figure 3-2,

is now displayed in your browser.

Note: To enable the updating of images in Internet Explorer, you must

set your browser to allow ActiveX Controls and perform a once-only

installation of GeoVision’s ActiveX component onto your computer.

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3.2 Functions Featured on the Main Page

This section introduces the features of the Live View window and

Netw

ork S

tatus on th

both Adminis

Main Page

i

deo and Motion

▼ V

► Live View

► Camera

▼ Network

► Status

trator and Guest.

e main page. The two features are accessible by

of Guest Mode

Figure 3-2

The GV-IPCAM can process one video stream in two different codec

and image settings. In the Administrator mode, both streams are

available. Click Streaming 1 or Streaming 2 in the left menu to access

the live view. In the Guest mode, only one stream is available, as shown

in Figure 3-2.

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3.2.1 The Live View Window

Internet Explorer

When accessing the live view using Internet Explorer, the following

window appears.

8

9

10

11

1 2 3

24

5 6 7

4

Figure 3-3A

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13

12

Figure 3-3B

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No. Name Function

1 Play Plays live video.

2 Stop . Stops playing video

Broadcasts to the surveillan

remote PC. Note th

for Ultra Bullet Camera

For Cube Camera an

3 Micropho

4 Speaker

5 Snapshot

6 File Save

7 Full Screen

ne

Camera, you can click

(from the pop-up men

switch between au

reception, where only one party can speak at a

time.

Transfers sounds o

remote PC. Note this

for Mini Fixed Rugge

Camera, Target Bull

Mini Fixed Rugged

Camera.

Takes a snapshot of live video.

--- See 3.2.3 Snapshot of Live Video.

Records live video to the local computer.

--- See 3.2.4 Video Recording.

Switches to full screen view. Right-click the

image to have these options: Snapshot, Full

Screen, Resolution, Zoom In, Zoom Out, PIP

and PAP.

--- See 3.2.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-

and-Picture View for PIP and PAP views

ce site from a

is function is not available

and Target Series.

d Advanced Cube

the Push to talk button

u) for the camera to

dio transmission and

f the surveillance site to a

function is not available

d Dome, Ultra Bullet

et Camera, and Target

Dome, and Pinhole

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No. Name Function

Displays the camera i

setti

ngs, audio data rate, I/O device status,

images captured upon

location of the came

adjust image

from the hard dr

Brings up thes

and Audio

Show Camera Name

--- See 3.2.6 Alarm N

3.2.7 Video and Audio

3.2.8 Remote Confi

3.2.9 Ca

3.2.11. Image Enhan

Enables the PTZ

PTZ. No

Camera and PT Cam

supported by GV-IP C

varifocal lens.

--- See The PTZ Control Panel (Hardware

Manual)

--- See 3.2.11 Visual PTZ

Enables the I/O Control Panel or the Visual

Automation. Note this function is only

supported by cameras with I/O function.

--- See 3.2.13 I/O Control.

Click to turn the Alarm LED on and/or adjust

the brightness sensitivity. Note this function is

only available for Advanced Cube Camera.

Show S

Menu

Panel

ystem

ntrol Panel

8 Control

9

10 PTZ Co

11 I/O Control

12 LED Control

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nformation, video

alarm, and GPS

ra. Also allows you to

quality and install the program

ive.

e functions: Alarm Notify, Video

Configurat

mera Name Display, and

te this function is supported by PTZ

ion, Remote Config,

and Image Enhance.

otification,

Configuration,

guration,

cement.

Control Panel or the Visual

era, and only partially

ameras with motorized

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No. Name Function

Click to sound the a

volume.

13 Alarm Speaker

To sound the alarm upon motion or tampering

events, see 4.3.9 Speaker for setup steps.

Note this function is only available for

Advanced Cube Camera.

larm and/or adjust its

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Non-IE Browsers

When accessing the live view using Google Chrome, Firefox or Safari,

this window appears. Note the following functions are not supported on

non-IE browsers: Motion Detection, Tampering Alarm, Visual

Automation, Text Overlay and Two-Way Audio.

Figure 3-4

Note: Non-IE browsers do not support OCX plugin, so the

smoothness of the live view is obstructed. For users of non-IE

browsers, to enjoy smooth live view, download GV-WebViewer right

after you log on and you can also have access to the features of

Motion Detection, Tampering Alarm, Visual Automation, Text Overlay

and Two-Way Audio.

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3.2.2 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 window. You can access the following functions by

using the right and left arrow buttons on the control panel.

Click the right and left

Click the arrow button to
display the control panel.

arrow buttons to change
the page of the control
panel.

Figure 3-5

Tip: Administrator may also access live view and camera adjustment

settings using the GV-IP Device Utility:

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[I

nformation] Displays the version of the camera, time of the local

computer, time of the camera (host time), the

the camera and the OCX registration path.

[Video] Displays the current video codec, resol

[Audio] Displays the audio data rates when the

speak

er devices are enabled.

[I/O Control] Note this function is only suppor

function. Provides a real-time graphic dis

status. You can force the output to be triggered by

icon.

[Alarm Notify] Displays the captured images by

moti

on detection. For this function to work, you have to configure the

Alarm Notification settings first. Se

[Camera Adjustment] Allows you to adjust th

Click Save to store the changes to the settings

only accessible for Administrator.

 Brightness: Adjusts the brightness of th

 Contrast: Adjusts the relative differences b

next.

 Saturation: Adjusts the saturation of the

 Sharpness: Adjusts the sharpness of the image

 Gamma: Adjusts the relative proportions of bright and dark areas

 White balance: The camera automatically adjusts the color to be

closest to the image you are viewing. You can choose one of the four

presets: Auto , Outdoor, Fluorescent, and Tungsten Lamp. You

can also choose Manual to adjust the white balance manually.

 Flicker less: The camera automatically matches the frequency of

your camera’s image to the frequency of indoor light sources, e.g.

fluorescent lighting. You can also select 50 Hz or 60 Hz manually. If

these don’t match, faint light and dark bars may appear in your

e 3.2.6 Alarm Notification.

number of users logging in

ution and data rate.

microphone and

ted by cameras with I/O

play of the input and output

double-clicking its

sensor triggers and

e image quality settings.

. Note that this function is

e image.

etween one pixel and the

image.

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images. Check the power utility to determine which frequency is

used.

Note: For GV-BX4700 Series / 5700 Se

Flicker is listed in Video Signal Type, 4.1

 Image Orientation: Changes the image o

View window.

 Slowest Shutter Speed: Shutter speed co

lights enters the image sensor and direct

image presentation. A slow shutter spee

expo hat

sure t

obj

ects and bringing out background details,

speed lowers color and image clarity in order

The minimum shutter speed ranges from 1/

light conditions, a fast shutter speed will low

image c

shutter control or select Auto (High Speed Mode)

automatic shutter control.

 D/

Select Auto for automatic switch betw

N:

mode depending on the amount of light detected. Select Black and

white to switch the camera to night mode. Select Color to switch the

camera to day mode. Sets the light sensor’s sensitivity of switching

between day mode and night mode. The value 10 is the most light-

sensitive. For details, see D/N, Special View Settings, 4.1.1 Video

Settings.

 Denoise: Reduces image noise especially under low-light conditions.

The higher the denoise value, the stronger the effect.

creates a brighter overall image by blurring moving

larity. In this case, select the Auto option for automatic

ries, the function of

.1 Video Settings.

rientation on the Live

ntrols the amount of the

ly impacts the quality of

d allows higher light

and a faster shutter

to capture motions.

5 to 1/8000 sec. In low

er color quality and

for a faster

een day mode and night

Note: For GV-EVD5100, GV-EFD5101 and GV-EBL5101, refer to the

description of Noise Reduction in 4.1.1 Video Settings.

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 Wi

de Dynamic Range: adjusts and gener

the scene contains very bright and very dark a

Select Auto (Strong) to bring out details

scene, select Auto (Weak) to bring out fewe

areas and at the same

or select Auto (Normal) for a balanc

disable the function.

 Defog: Select Auto to automatically enhanc

Select Close to disable the function.

 Low Lux Enhancement: Select Auto for t

automatically enhance the live view under i

Close to disable the function. The default set

Super Low Lux is Close. The default setting f

Low Lux is Aut o.

 Zoom: Click the Zoom In

the apparent distance of the scene. After zoo

focus the camera manually or automatical

Change and Focus Mode below.

 Focus Change: Click the Focus In

o adj

ust the focus. To focus automatically

t

on.

butt

 Focus Mode: Select Normal Scan, Regional Scan or Full Scan

and then click the Start

camera focus. The No can mode focuses the camera the

fastest. The Regional Scan mode focuses the area selected on the

live view. The Full Scan mode performs a detailed checkup and

applies the best focus.

 Day Night Focus: Saves focus settings for day mode and night

mode. Select Au to to automatically focus. Select Close to disable

the Day Night Focus function. To configure fixed settings for day

mode and night mode, select Manual and follow the steps below:

time keep the bright areas from overexposure,

and Zoom Out

button to automatically adjust the

rmal S

ates clear live view when

reas at the same time.

of the dark areas of the

r details of the dark

ed effect. Select Close to

e the visibility of images.

he camera to

nsufficient light. Select

ting for cameras without

or cameras with Super

buttons to adjust

ming the camera, re-

ly. For details, see Focus

and Focus Out

, click the Auto Focus

buttons

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1. Make sure the D/N is in Auto mode fo

ocufollowing f s setting will be applied to

2. Adjust the focus using

buttons and/or the Focus Mode functio

3. Click Day Mode Save

depending on the current D/N mode.

 Metering: Controls the camera’s expos

camera to adjust exposure based on the f

Regional Metering for the camera to adjust exposure of specified

zones. Draw directly on the live view and a block marked with “AE

(automatic exposure)” appears. You can establish up to 4 zones. To

remove the block, right-click the block and select Delete.

[Download] Allows you to install the programs from the hard drive.

the Focus In

or the Night Mode Save

r the best effect. The

the current D/N mode.

and Focus Out

n.

button

ure. Select Normal for the

ull live view. Select

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Figure 3-6B

Figure 3-6C

Figure 3-6A

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Note:

1. For GV-PTZ010D, Brightness, Contrast
Sharpness, D/N, Slowest Shutter Speed
Range and Defog are not a

2. For GV-BX2600, Backlight Compensa
Range, Defog, Low Lux Enhancement, Denoise, Metering are

not available. The WDR setting for GV-B
page (see Fi

3. Zoom, Focus Change, Focus Mode and Day Night Focus
settings are only available for models with motorized varifocal
lens.

4. All Target Series support Denoise and Metering; for other
cameras, Denoise and Metering settings are only available for
firmware V2.14 or later.

gure 4-2A, 4.1.1 Video Settings).

vailable.

, Saturation,

, Wide Dynamic

tion, Wide Dynamic

X2600 is in Video Setting

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3.2.3 Snapshot of Live Video

To take a snapshot of live video, follow these st

1.

Cl

ick the Snapsho

box appears.

2. Specify Save i

Save as Type

and date stamps on the image.

3. Click the Save button to save the image in the local computer.

t button (No. 5, Figure 3-3). The Save As dialog

n, type the File name, and select JPEG or BMP as

. You may also choose whether to display the name

3.2.4 Video Recording

eps:

You can record live video for a

computer.

ick the File Save button (No. 6, Figure 3-3). The Save As dialog

1. Cl

box appears.

2. Specify Save in, type the File name, and move the Time Period

slider to specify the time length of the video clip from 1 to 5 minutes.

3. Click the Save button to start recording.

4. To stop recording, click the Stop button (No. 2, Figure 3-3).

certain period of time to your local

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3.2.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View

The full screen mode provides two types of close-up views: Picture-in-

cture (PIP) and P

Pi

to provide clear and detailed images of the su

icture-and Picture (PAP). The two views are useful

rveillance area.

Picture-in-Picture View

With the Picture in Picture (PIP) view, you can crop the video to get a

close-up view or zoom in on the video.

Navigation box

Inset window

Figure 3-7

1. Right-click the live view and select PIP. An inset window appears.

2. Click the insert window. A navigation box appears.

3. Move the navigation box around in the inset window to have a

close-up view of the selected area.

4. To adjust the navigation box size, move the cursor to any of the

box corners, and enlarge or diminish the box.

5. To exit the PIP view, right-click the image and click PIP again.

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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 3-8

1.

Right-click the live view and select PAP. A r

windows appears at the bottom.

2. Draw a navigation box on the image, and th

immediately reflected in one inset window

boxes can be drawn on the image.

3. To adjust a navigation

corners, and enlarge or diminish the box.

4. To move a navigation box to another area on the image, drag it to

that area.

5. To add more navigation boxes, to show or hide navigation boxes or

to change the frame color of the navigation boxes, right-click the

image, select Mega Pixel Setting and click one of these options:

box size, move the cursor to any of the box

 Enable Add-Focus-Area Mode: Allows the user to add more

navigation boxes on the image. This option is not available

when 7 navigation boxes have been drawn.

 Display Focus Area of PAP Mode: Displays or hides the

navigation boxes on the image

ow of three inset

is selected area is

. Up to seven navigation

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 Set Color of Focus Area: Changes the color of the box

frames.

6. To delete a navigation box, right-click the desired box, select

Focus Area of PAP Mode and click Delete.

7. To exit the PAP view, right-click the image and click PAP again.

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3.2.6 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 3-9

To configure this function, click the Show System Menu button (No. 9,

Figure 3-3), and select Alarm Not if y. This dialog box appears.

Figure 3-10

 Motion Notify: Once motion is detected, the captured images are

displayed on the control panel of the Live View window.

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 I/O Alarm Notify: Once the input device is triggered, the captured

images are di

For this fun

device properly. See 4.2.1 Input Setting.

splayed on the control pane

ction to work, the Administrator needs to install the input

 Alert Sound: Activates the computer al

triggered detection.

 IE Window Pops up: The minimi

motion and input-triggered detection.

 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.

l of the Live View window.

m on motion and input-

ar

ve View window pops up on

zed Li

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3.2.7 Video and Audio Configu

You can enable the micropho

communication and adjust the audio volume. To change audio

c

iguration, click the Show System Menu bu

onf

and select Video and Audio Configuration.

ne and speaker for two-way audio

ration

tton (No. 9, Figure 3-3),

 Camera: Sets the number of frames to keep in live view buffer.

Keeping more frames for live view buffer can ensure a smooth live

view, but the live view will be delayed for the number of frames

specified.

Figure 3-11

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 Audio Configure: You can enable the microphone and speaker,

and adjust the audio volume

Figure 3-12

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3.2.8 Remote Configuration

You can upgrade firmware over the network. Click the Show System

Me

u button (No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select Rem

n

Remote Config dialog box will appear.

[Firmware Upgrade] In this tab, you can upgr

Internet. For details, see Advanced Applications

ote Config. The

ade the firmware over the

, Chapter 5.

3.2.9 Camera Nam

To display the streaming name on the image

Menu button

this function is not available for GV-VD3700 / 5700.

(No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select Show Camera Name. Note

e Display

, click the Show System

3.2.10 Image Enhancement

To enhance the i

Me

u button (No. 9, Figure 3-3), and select I

n

dialog box

mage quality of live video, click the Show System

mage Enhance. This

appears.

 De-Interlace: Converts the interlaced video into non-interlaced

video.

 De-Block: Removes the block-like artifacts from low-quality and

highly compressed video.

 Enable DirectDraw: Activates the DirectDraw function.

Figure 3-13

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3.2.11 Visual PTZ

Note this feature is only available in PTZ C

The Visual PTZ pro

for easy and direct PTZ operation.

Activating Visual PTZ

vides two types of PTZ control panels on live images

a and PT Camera.

amer

Click the PTZ Control button

PTZ. Alternatively right-click here on the live view and select

Visual PTZ.

Figure 3-14

(No. 10, Figure 3-3) and select Visual

anyw

Visual PTZ

Control Panel

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Th ual PTZ features:

e Vis Panel provides the following

. Name Description No

1 Zoom I

2 Zoom

3 Focus In

4 Focus Out

5 Home Brings the camera to the home point.

6 Auto Focus

7 Preset Go

8 Go Sequence

9 Auto Pan

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Out

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camera and the view.

Lengthens the apparent
camera and the vi

Adjusts the sharpness of the camera view.

Automatically adjusts the sharpness of the
camera view.

Starts a single movement in which the PTZ
Camera moves towards a point in live view.

Starts a series of movements in which the PTZ
Camera moves towards at least two Preset
points in live view.

Starts a horizontal movement of the PTZ
Camera in live view.

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distance between the

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Setting Visual PTZ Panel

Click the .button on the top left corner and select Visual PTZ, the

fo

llowing options will appear.

c

 PTZ Control Type: Two types of visual PTZ

available.

 Type 1: Appears only when a moveme

detected and disappears when it is sta

cursor in one of the eight directions, i.e

up, left down, right up and right dow

Click and hold onto the required level t

speed level is indicated at the top right

 Type 2: Appears with a click on the live

with the second cli

directions, a 5-level arrow head appear

is away

from the visual PTZ control panel, the faster the

movement and vice versa. The speed level is indicated at the

top right corner of the live view.

ck. As the cursor points to one of the eight

 Set Color: Changes the color of the arrow line and the speed

indicated at the top right corner of the live view. Alternatively, you

can right-click the live view (with Visual PTZ enabled). Three colors

are available: Red, Green and Blue.

 Transparency: Changes the transparency level of the Visual PTZ

Control Panel. Ten levels range from 10% (fully transparent) to

100% (fully opaque).

ontrol panels are

nt of the cursor is

tic. When you place the

. up, down, left, right, left

n, a 5-level arrow appears.

o move the camera. The

corner of the live view.

view and disappears

s. The further the arrow

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Note this function is only supported by GV-IPCA

V2.06

and the GV-IPCAM H.265.

This function allows non-PTZ c

live view.

1. Right-click the live view and select Digital PTZ. The live view is

labeled with “DPTZ” at the top left corner.

2. To zoom in / out, move the cursor to the live view and click the

corresponding buttons. To bring the view back to its default image,

click Home.

ameras to simulate PTZ movements on

Figure 3-16

M H.264 firmware

Figure 3-17

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3. To pan and tilt the view, zoom the image first and then click and

hold the arrow on the image. The arrow appears when you place

the cursor in one of the eight directions, i.e. up, down, left, right, left

up, left down, right up and right down.

Figure 3-18

4. To adjust the transparency level of the control panel, click the

green DPTZ button and select Transparency. Ten levels range

from 10% (fully transparent) to 100% (fully opaque) are available.

Note: The Focus In / Out and the speed level are not functional for

Digital PTZ.

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3.2.13 I/O Control

Note this function is only supported by cameras w

The I/O Control window provides a real-time graphic display of camera

status, I/O status, and alarm events. Additionally, you can remotely force

output to be triggered.

ith I/O function.

Figure 3-19

 To display the I/O control window, click the I/O Control button (No.

11, Figure 3-3) and select I/O Control.

 The Alarm List is displayed in three levels. The first level indicates

date, the second indicates time, and the third indicates alarm ID.

Clicking the Reset button will clear the list.

 To trigger an output device, highlight an output and then click the

Output button.

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3.2.14 Visual Automation

Note this function is only supported by camera

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 4.1.6 Visual Automation.

s with I/O function.

Figure 3-20

 To access this feature, click the I/O Control button (No. 11, Figure 3-

3) and select Visual Automation.

 To change the style of the set areas, click the green I/O button on the

top left corner. You will have these options:

 Show All: Displays all set areas.

 Rect Float: Embosses all set areas.

 Set Color: Changes the frame color of all set areas

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.15 Network Status

3.2

To view the network status, in the left menu, click Network and select

Status.

Figure 3-21

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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 or Digital I/O and PTZ,

Events and Alerts, Monitoring, Recording Schedule, Remote ViewLog,
Network and Management.

Figure 4-1

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Menu Options

List of

Find the topic of interest by referring to the corresponding section listed
below.

Note: The available options may vary among camera models and

firmware versions.

4.1.1 Video Settings

4.1.2 Motion Detection

4.1 Video and Motion

4.2 Video Analysis

4.3 Digital I/O and PTZ

4.4 Events and Alerts

4.1.3 Privacy Mask

4.1.4 Text Overlay

4.1.5 Tampering Alarm

4.1.6 Visual Automation

4.2.1 Motion Detection

4.2.2 Advanced Video Analysis

4.2.2.1 Intruder

4.2.2.2 People Count

4.2.2.3 Loitering

4.2.3 Unattended Object / Missing
Object Detection

4.2.4 Tampering Alarm

4.3.1 Input Settings

4.3.2 Output Settings

4.3.3 PTZ Settings

4.4.1 Email

4.4.2 FTP

4.4.3 Center V2

4.4.4 Vital Sign Monitor

4.4.5 Backup Center

4.4.6 Video Gateway/Recording Server

4.4.7 ViewLog Server

4.4.8 RTSP/ONVIF

4.4.9 Speaker

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4.5 Monitoring

4.6 Recording Schedule

4.7 Remote ViewLog

4.8 Network

4.9 Management

4.6.1 Camera

4.6.2 I/O Monitor

4.8.1 LAN

4.8.2 Wireless-Client Mode

4.8.3 Advanced TCP/IP

4.8.4 UMTS Settings

4.8.5 IP Filtering

4.8.6 SNMP Settings

4.9.1 Date and Time Settings

4.9.2 Storage Settings

4.9.3 User Account

4.9.4 Log Information

4.9.5 Tools

4.9.6 Language

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4.1 Video and Motion

The GV-IPCAM can simultaneously process one video source in two

different codec and resolutions. The dual-stream design benefits for lower

bandwidth environment, allowing Streaming 2 to be set with lower

resolution and codec for live streaming, and Streaming 1 set with highest

resolution and H.264 / H.265 for best recording quality. Two setting pages

Streaming 1 and Streaming 2 are provided for separate setup.

Comparison between Streaming 1 and Streaming 2:

Video Setting Options Streaming 1 Streaming 2

Watermark Setting

Audio in Source

Special View Setting

Video Resolution

Audio Settings Yes No

TV Out Yes No

Note:

1. Audio In Source is only available in GV-PTZ010D.

2. Audio Settings is not available for GV-PTZ010D.

3. TV Out is only available for Box Camera, IR Arctic Box Camera,

Vandal Proof IP Dome and Fixed IP Dome.

This section includes the video image settings and how the images can be

managed through Motion Detection, Privacy Mask, Text Overlay,

Tampering Alarm, and Visual Automation.

Yes

Yes. Different resolutions can be applied to

Streaming 1 and Streaming 2.

Not open for configuration.

But settings in Streaming 1

are automatically applied to

Streaming 2

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Figure 4-2A

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Figure 4-2B

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Figure 4-2C

[Name] Rename the video stream. To display the name of video stream on

the Live View window, see 3.2.9 Camera Name Display.

[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 video signal type, resolution and frame

rate. Select among H.265, H.264 or MJPEG as the codec type.

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Note t

hat for all the cameras (except GV-PTZ010D), the resolution options

available for sub stream vary with the resolution selected for its main

stream. For example, if a 4:3 resolution is selected for the main stream in

GV-EVD5100, three options, 960 x 720, 640 x 480 and 320 x 240 will be

available for its sub stream.

 Flicker: Choose the Flicker Hz value between 60 Hz or 50 Hz. This

function is only supported by GV-BX4700 Series / 5700 Series.

Note:

1. For GV-BX4700 series, to reach 25 fps at 2560 x 1440, Flicker Hz

value must be set at 50 Hz.

2. The Hardware WDR Support option (see Figure 4-2A) is only

available for GV-BX2600. It produces clear live view when the

scene contains very bright and very dark areas at the same time.

This function is enabled by default. However, you will be prompted

to disable the function when the camera records up to 60 frames

per second.

For WDR Pro or WDR option of other cameras, see Camera

Adjustment in 3.2.2 The Control Panel on the Live View Window

to adjust the setting.

[Bandwidth Management] When using the H.264 / H.265 codec, 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. The bandwidth is

much more efficiently used than a comparable CBR.

Set the image quality to one of the 5 standards: Standard, Fair,

Good, Great and Excellent.

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Maximal Bit Rate: When the actual bitrate exceeds the specified

Maximal Bit Rate, the system will automatically lower its bitrate so as

not to exceed it. Select one of the bitrates from the drop-down list or

select Auto if you do not want to enable this function. The default

maximal bitrate values are detailed as follows:

Camera Type Default Max. Bitrate of VBR

1.3 MP

2 MP

3 MP / 4 MP / 5 MP

8 MP / 12 MP

Note: For GV-BX2600, the default maximum bitrate for Stream 1 is set to

6 Mbit. When the video format of Stream 1 and 2 is set as MJPEG, the

options for bitrate setting will be hidden automatically.

 CBR (Constant Bitrate): CBR is used to achieve a specific bitrate by

varying the quality of the H.264 / H.265 stream. Type the bitrate or
select one of the bitrates from the drop-down list.

 Smart Streaming: When the option is enabled, the bitrates will be

automatically reduced in static scenes, significantly maximizing

bandwidth and lowering file size.

You can choose the image quality of Static Scene and Dynamic

Scene to one of the 5 standards: Standard, Fair, Good, Great and

Excellent. You can even choose the maximum bitrate to optimize the

bandwidth.

Stream 1 6 Mbit
Stream 2 4 Mbit
Stream 1 8 Mbit
Stream 2 4 Mbit
Stream 1
Stream 2

Stream 1

Stream 2

12 Mbit

16 Mbit

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Bitrate Reducti

value the more bitrates can be reduced in static scenes, thus saving

the recording size.

Note: It takes either GV-NVR V8.7 or GV-VMS V16.10.3.0 to enable Smart

Streaming. Refer to the technical notice for the models supporting the

feature:

http://pd.geovision.tw/technotice/IP_Camera/Summary_Smart_Streaming.pdf

[Region of Interest] Note this function is disabled by default and is not

supported by GV-BX2600 and Target Series. Sets ROI (clarity) to

specified regions on the live view for standalone GV-IP Cameras, GV-IP

Cameras connecting to GV-DVR / NVR / VMS or third-party software. A

total of 5 ROI can be set. This function is disabled by default.

on Level: The default value is 254. The bigger the

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Select Enable and click ROI Setting to configure:

1. On the popup window, use your mouse and draw directly on the live

view to specify a region.

Figure 4-3

2. To set up a region with enhanced clarity, select ROI, select High,

Medium or Low using the drop-down list and then drag on the

image to outline a region.

3. Click Apply to apply the configurations.

[GOP Structure and Length] Set the maximum number of seconds

between every key frame.

[Video Slice Mode] Note this function is only supported by firmware V2.12

or earlier and is not supported by Target Series and GV-IPCAM H.265.

Corrects the display mode of the camera when it is displayed on third-party

NVR/DVR software and the live view is incomplete or broken. Select

Single Slice or Multi Slice to display the live view. The default is Auto.

[H.264 Video Entropy Coding Setting] Note this function is not supported

by GV-IPCAM H.265, GV-BX12201 and Target Series. By default, the

entropy coding is set to CAVLC. To change it to CABAC, click and select

from the drop-down list.

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[Record

Settings] Note for GV-BX12201 firmware V1.02 or later and GV-

IPCAM H.265, see Recording Settings in 4.5 Monitoring Settings to adjust

the setting.

The alarm settings allow you to capture images before and/or after the

motion or I/O events happen.

 Pre-alarm recording time: Activates video recording before an event

occurs. Set the recording time to 1 or 2 seconds. The recording is

saved in the buffer of the camera.

 Post-alarm recording time: Activates video recording onto the

inserted memory card after an event occurs. Set the recording time

from 1 to 30 seconds.

 Split-interval (Max. Video Clip): Sets the maximum time length of

each recorded file from 1 to 5 minutes.

 Record Profile: Note this function is only available for firmware V2.14

or later. This setting is only applicable for recording to the camera’s

memory card. Select Performance to maximize the lifespan of the

memory card by restricting the maximum bit rate to 4 Mbit and

Sharpness value to 30. Select Quality to adopt your current settings.

 Record audio: Activates audio recording when an event occurs.

 Write recording data into local storage: Select this function for

uninterrupted recording to the memory card while the live view is

accessed through the Web interface or other applications. This option

is enabled by default.

IMPORTANT: To ensure the quality of simultaneous recording and live

view access, make sure you connect no more than two connections to

the camera using Web interface or any other applications.

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[Text Overlay Settings] Displays camera name, date, and/or time on the

live view and recorded videos when viewing through GeoVision software.

 Camera Name: Type the camera name.

 Overlay with: Select one or more of the options below to be overlaid

on the live view and recorded videos.

 Camera Name

 Date

 System Time

 Name of the Associated Digital Input: Note this option is only

supported by cameras with I/O function.

[Text Overlay Settings (OSD)] Note this function is not supported by GV-

BX2600.

Displays camera name, date, and/or time on the live view and recorded

videos when viewing through GeoVision software and third-party software

through ONVIF and RTSP.

 Name: Type the camera name.

 Font Size: Select the font size using the drop-down list.

 Overlay with: Select one or more of the options below to be overlaid

on the live view and recorded videos. Use the drop-down list to select

the display position.

 Camera Name

 Date

 System Time

[Watermark Setting] Note this function is not supported for Target Series.

Enable this option to watermark all recordings. The watermark allows you

to verify whether the video has been tampered while it was recorded. See

6.4 Verifying Watermark.

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[A

udio In Source] Note this function is only available in GV-PTZ010D

which contain a built-in microphone and also allow you to install an external

microphone.

 Built-in Microphone: Enable the built-in microphone to record

sounds. By default the option is enabled.

 External Microphone: Enable the externally connected microphone

to record sounds.

[TV Out] Note this function is only available for the camera with TV-out

connector. Select the signal format of the Video Output on the camera as

either NTSC or PAL.

[Audio Settings] Enable Noise Reduction to reduce the background

noise in the audio file. All H.265 cameras applying firmware V1.02 or later

support this function.

[LED Control] Note this function is not available for GV-PTZ010D.

 Ready LED: Select Disable if you do not wish to use the Status LED.

 LAN LED, WAN LED, Monitoring LED: Note this option is only

available in Advanced Cube Camera. Select Disable if you do not

wish to use the LEDs. For details on LED status, see Overview in the

corresponding Hardware Manual.

 Al arm LED: Sets the white illumination LED in Advanced Cube

Camera. The LED is enabled by default.

 Auto: Select Auto for the white illumination LED to illuminate the

scene automatically when the PIR sensor detects any motion

within 5 meters.

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

Sensitivity: Set the sensitivity for low light detection. The higher

the value, the easier the white illumination LED is to be triggered.

The default value is 5.

 The Interval between triggering: Select the duration for the white

illumination LED to light up at full intensity. If a motion persists

over the specified period, the white illumination LED will light up

with less intensity. This option is designed to keep the camera

temperature within its precautious range. The default value is 60

seconds.

 Off: Select to disable the white illumination LED.

[Special View Setting] Note this function is not available for GV-BX2600.

 D/N: Sets the sensitivity of day-night mode switch. The higher the

sensitivity value, the more sensitive the switch is from day mode to

night mode. The default value is 5.

 Auto: Select Auto for the camera to detect the amount of light

present and automatically switch to monochrome in a poorly-lit

scene. Move the slider to adjust the sensitivity level from 0 to 10.

 Black and White: Select this option for the live view to be in

monochrome.

 Color: Select this option for the live view to be in color.

 Triggered by Input: For GV-BX12201 firmware V1.02 or later,

select this option to switch between day mode and night mode

once the input device (e.g. sensor or button) is triggered.

 Schedule: For GV-BX12201 firmware V1.02 or later, select this

option to determine specific period(s) of time when day mode is

activated. See 4.6.1 Recording Schedule Settings for the details

on the setting of the schedule.

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 IR Check Function: Note this option is only available for Box

Camera (except GV-BX2600). This function determines whether the

surveillance area is illuminated by an externally installed infrared

illuminator.

 Off: The default setting. The infrared illuminator will be constantly

off. It is advisable to enable this option when the color temperature

of outdoor lighting is 6000 K or above.

 On: The infrared illuminator will be constantly on.

 Trigger by Input / Trigger IR by D/N: Select this option for the

infrared illuminator to turn on under low light and turn off under

sufficient light.

Note:

1. If an infrared illuminator is installed for outdoor surveillance, it is

suggested to use the Trigger by Input or the Trigger IR by D/N

function to avoid incorrect judgment of lighting and hence the action

of the IR cut filter. See Infrared Illuminators in the Hardware

Manual.

2. If you select Trigger by Input / Trigger IR by D/N option, make

sure you have set D/N as Auto and configured its sensitivity level.

 Iris Type: Note this function is not supported for the camera with fixed

lens or fixed iris. This field shows the iris type (DC-Iris or P-Iris) of

your GV-IP Camera.

 Auto Iris: The option is designed for auto iris lens (DC-Iris or P-

Iris). Enable the auto iris function when the scene appears fuzzy

and the Flicker Less function does not help to improve the

situation.

 BLC: Note this function is not supported by GV-BX2600. Select On to

enable Backlight Compensation (BLC). This function is used to adjust

the color intensity of scenes with strong light at the background.

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Note: To access the BLC function in PTZ camera, see Other, Image

Settings in the Hardware Manual.

 IR Light: Note this function is only available for Target Series, Ultra

Box Camera, IR Arctic Box Camera, Bullet Camera, Ultra Bullet

Camera, PT Camera, Vandal Proof IP Dome and Fixed IP Dome.

Select Auto for automatic switch between day mode and night mode

depending on the amount of light detected. Select Off to completely

disable IR LEDs.

 Noise Reduction: Note this function is only supported by GV-

EVD5100, GV-EFD5101 and GV-EBL5101. Reduces image noise

especially under low-light conditions.

Note: When the Noise Reduction is enabled, the frame rate will be

affected. For details see Note for GV-EVD5100 / EFD5101 / EBL5101 at

the beginning of the manual.

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4.1.2 Motion Detection

Motion detection is disabled by default except for GV-PTZ010D.

Note: GV-BX2600 has its independent motion detection setting. For

details, see 4.2 Video Analysis.

Motion detection is used to generate an alarm whenever movement occurs

in the video image. You can configure up to 8 areas with different

sensitivity values for motion detection. Set up at least one area to enable

this function.

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Figure 4-4

1. Select the desired sensitivity by moving the slider. There are ten

values. The higher the value, the more sensitive the camera is to

motion.

2. Drag an area on the image. Click Add when you are prompted to

confirm the setting.

3. To create several areas with different sensitivity values, repeat steps

1 and 2.

4. Click Save to save the above settings.

5. Click Reset to delete all the selected areas.

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6.

If you want to detect motion using the PIR sensor (for Advanced

Cube Camera only), select Use PIR to detect motion.

7. If you want to ignore environmental changes such as rain or snow,

select Ignore environmental changes.

8. The Noise Tolerance function is enabled by default. It ignores video

noise when the light intensity changes.

9. To set a period of time before a motion is to be detected, select Set

time interval. The choices available range from 0-3 second(s).

10. To set a period of time for a motion to last, select Set duration. The

choices available range from 1-5 second(s).

11. If you want to trigger the alarm output when motion is detected, select

Output 1 and click the Apply button. To activate the output settings,

you must also start Input monitoring manually or by schedule. For

related settings, see 4.5 Monitoring.

Note: Set time interval and Set duration are only supported by GV-

BX12201 firmware V1.02 or later.

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4.1.3 Privacy Mask

The Privacy Mask function is used to block out sensitive areas on live view

and recorded clips for cameras connecting to GeoVision software. This

feature is ideal for locations with displays, keyboard sequences (e.g.

passwords), and for anywhere else you don’t want sensitive information

visible.

Figure 4-5

1. Select the Enable option.

2. Drag the area(s) where you want to block out on the image. Click Ad d

when you are prompted to confirm the setting.

3. Click the Save button to save all the settings.

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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.

Figure 4-6

1. Select the font, font style and font size in a pop-up window.

2. Select the Enable option.

3. Click any place on the image. This dialog box appears.

Figure 4-7

4. Type the desired text, and click OK. The text is overlaid on the image.

5. Drag the overlaid text to a desired place on the image.

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6. Click Set Font to modify the font settings.

7. Click Save to apply the settings, or click Load (Undo) to revert to the

last saved setting.

8. Click Preview to see how the text will appear on the image. Click

Close to end the preview.

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4.1.5 Tampering Alarm

Note this function is not available for PTZ Camera and PT Camera.

Tampering Alarm is used to detect whether a camera is being physically

tampered. An alarm can be generated when the camera is moved, covered

up, or out of focus. The alarm types include triggered the output device, e-

mail alert and notifying the connected GV-Center V2, GV-Vital Sign Monitor

and GV-DVR / NVR / VMS.

Note:

1. This function is not available for PTZ Camera and PT Camera.

2. GV-BX2600 has its independent Tampering Alarm setting. For

details, see 4.2 Video Analysis.

To establish the tampering alarm, set up at lest one alarm type:

 To trigger the output device when a tampering event occurs, enable

the output setting and select Tampering Alarm. See 4.3.2 Output

Settings.

 To trigger the e-mail alert when a tampering event occurs, enable the

e-mail setting and select Tampering Alarm. See 4.4.1 E-Mail.

 To notify GV-Center V2, GV-Vital Sign Monitor and GV-DVR / NVR /

VMS when a tampering event occurs, enable the connection to these

systems. See 4.4.3 Center V2, 4.4.4 Vital Sign Monitor, 7.1 Setting up

an IP Camera on GV-DVR / NVR, and 7.2 Setting Up IP Cameras on

GV-VMS.

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Figure 4-8

To configure the tampering alarm:

1. Select the Enable option.

2. If you want the camera to ignore any movement or scene change in

certain areas, click the

3. Select the desired detection sensitivity by moving the slider. The

higher the value, the more sensitive the camera is to scene changes.

4. In the Tolerance Time of Alarm field, specify the time length allowed

for scene changes before an alarm is generated.

5. In the Duration of Alarm field, specify the duration of the alarm after

which the triggered output device will be turned off.

button to drag areas on the camera view.

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6.

To trigger an alarm when the scene turns dark, e.g. when the lens of

camera is covered, make sure the Alarm for Dark Images option is

enabled. By default, this function is enabled.

7. Click Apply to save all the settings.

8. Start monitoring to enable the function. To have output alarm, it is

required to start Input monitoring. See 4.5 Monitoring.

When the camera has been tampered, the output device can be activated.

To turn off the output device immediately, return to this setting page, and

click Restart Detection.

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