GeoVision DVR Cards Turn Any Computer Into A Video Recording Surveillance System

Security systems can be a bit pricey. With all the equipment you need along with installation costs and upkeep, a lot of people are unable to afford full video surveillance. DVR cards, on the other hand, are a cost-effective and easy way to turn almost any computer into a security camera video recording server. GeoVision is the leading manufacturer in the DVR market right now, with the company being well-known for great picture quality and performance.

DVR cards from GeoVision provide users with MPEG-4 video compression, H.264 video compression or both along with high-speed processing, tons of features and software that is very user-friendly, allowing you to view and record multiple cameras simultaneously.

A lot of businesses, especially small independently owned businesses, benefit from POS Live View, which is basically a live camera feed of the business' point-of-sales system. In a POS environment you have the ability to view live or recorded video alongside transaction details. This allows you to keep a close watch on each and every sale along with any and all discrepancies in your records.

The best thing about going with a GeoVision DVR card is that it provides you with lots of options with channel numbers and frame rates. GeoVision offers DVR cards with 4, 8, 16 or 32 channels with View/Record FPS ratings of 30/30, 60/60, 120/120, 240/240 and 480/480.

If you are like most average tech users then you probably think that installing anything is the hardest part. There is a lot of tech lingo out there that can be confusing for average users, though GeoVision's DVR card setup is actually quite simple. Here are the four simple steps to installing a GeoVision DVR card:

1.)Plug your GeoVision DVR card into your computer's PCI-Express slot on the motherboard.
2.) Connect your cameras with either the breakout connector or direct BNC connections.
3.) Install the included software for your drivers and GeoVision software.
4.) Start viewing and recording.

It's that simple!

GeoVision's software supports as many as 32 IP cameras, though that number lessens if you are using a GeoVision DVR card. If using the card, you can only view and record with the number of IP cameras you have connected to your card. What's more is that each GeoVision DVR card supports a set number of analog security cameras based on the number of channels.

If you are looking for a way to turn your own computer into a video surveillance recording system then the solution is simple, a GeoVision DVR card.    

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Exporting Geovision Files With Specific Codecs Made Easy!

The ability to capture and send footage has literally changed how we communicate and conduct business. Video files can turn the tide of a court case, and can also make us laugh hysterically. But, sometimes you have trouble sending or viewing your footage. It can be extremely frustrating to go in blind when trying to export your video files. The frustration only rises when dealing with specific exports. For example, whenever you need to export footage with a specific viewing format. This can become a hassle very quickly should you be unfamiliar with different exports. One of the more frustrating exports can be exporting video files with the Windows standard codec. But then again, some of us might be unfamiliar with what codec is in the first place.

So what is a codec exactly? The term of "codec" actually stands for two words simultaneously. The term is short for the words "compression/decompression", however it can also stand for "code/decode". It is actually a compression and decompression program that is used to shrink and play large video files on your computer. These types of programs are used so that your media player can play downloaded movies and music. The programs actually help out quite a bit when it comes to download times. By compressing files, it makes them "smaller" and quicker to transfer than if they weren't. The codec then decompresses the file during viewing.

Now there are different types of codecs, so exporting yours with the proper one can be tricky. Again, perhaps you need to export files with the Windows standard codec. There are some steps that can make things a lot easier.

1. First, launch your ViewLog or enable your Remote ViewLog.
2. After you launch your ViewLog, the database should load automatically. Should it not load, you can click the Advanced button, click Reload Database, click DVR, and then browse through the selection to find your video file.
3. After you've selected your video file, right click on it and then select Save as Avi. Note that you can also click the Save as Avi button to make things a bit easier.
4. Next you will have to click the Setting tab and pick a saving path in Set Location.
5. Then in Codec Selection, pick WMV9 to export the video file with the Windows standard codec.
6. Finally, click OK.

After these steps have been followed, you can export your file with the desired codec. After the export is done, you can view the file with the Windows Media Player. This should make things quite a bit easier when needing to export your files with a specific codec in mind. Sometimes, different files need to be exported with different codecs in order to be viewed properly. Again, it all depends on which file is going to be used to play the video file. Remember that there are hundreds of codecs out there, so knowing which type you need from the start can help with the stress of exporting.

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Hybrid LPR Camera

Geovision has been investing a ton of time, research and development efforts in license plate recognition management systems and cameras. But because of the nature of this market, it is likely that it will not receive as much attention as the more mainstream products like IP cameras or access control. Taking some time to look into the details of this professional market, we can see how and why GeoVision LPR products can help assist your needs at the necessary sites.

The Hybrid LPR camera is the last product that was released by the company. Just as the name suggests, the camera has outputs for both analog and digital. On the digital end of things, it gives 1.3 megapixel high definition license plate images for recognition. The camera has a IR LED range of about 33 feet or 10 meters.

The truly special thing about the GV Hybrid LPR camera is the fact that it is one of the few IP cameras on the market designed for the sole purpose of capturing vehicle license plate images. Anywhere from the stock default settings to the auto adjust feature, this camera is made to produce high contrast images that avoid any chances of overexposure or hot spot effects. The camera avoids these issues even under the most challenging lighting, day or night, and harsh temperatures. With 1.3 megapixels and high resolution, the camera provides a much broader field of view. In fact, in some cases, it can cover up to as many as two lanes and still produce recognizable, good quality images.

The camera (IP66-standard) is also perfect for outdoor installation situations. It also features a built in heater fan to ensure the most reliable performance in the worst situations that mother nature can throw at it. The camera is very easy to use and can be set up in multiple different configurations through a web based interface. you can set your security system to read, recognize, and memorize any license plate that passes by the camera's view. If you are looking for an IP camera dedicated for an LPR system, then I would suggest the GV-Hybrid LPR camera.

You can contact a security consultant from CameraSecurityNow.com to purchase this Geovision camera today.

GeoVision Access Control

GeoVision surveillance systems offer various means of access control. Access control is a way of restricting certain people's access to certain areas. For instance, the lock on your car door is an access control system that keeps everyone but the key-holder (you) from gaining access to your car and using it. GeoVision access control works just like this, though a physical key is not always the means of granting access.  Other means include facial recognition (with a camera reader), fingerprint readers, card readers and PIN code readers.

Depending on your situation, one form of access control may be more suitable. For instance, if you require top level security in a certain area, you want a form of access control that is more secure. A PIN code can be shared or leaked and a card can be lost or stolen; these are not the most secure forms of access control. For these situations fingerprint readers and facial recognition are better choices because it is extremely hard to find a loophole that grants access.

GeoVision offers everything you need to complete an access control system, from the software to the controller, to electronic locks and all types of readers. If you're interested in an access control system or need further information, contact a Camerasecuritynow.com agent at 877-422-1907.

Read & Track License Plates

If your business owns a parking lot, or a large dumpster and receiving area where vehicles come and go, being able to read license plates on vehicles from the vantage point of a security camera is a highly valuable capability. Not only can you read license plates, but you can also set your security camera system to memorize and recognize particular license plates that pass through the camera's field of view. So you can even set your surveillance system to alert you when a particular vehicle comes onto your premises.  Geovision has cameras that are designed for reading and recognizing license plates from a distance:

The GV‐LPR CAM is a weatherproof IR camera that provides 570TVL high-contrast video in deep shadow, strong or low sunlight, which allows it to read license plates in almost any lighting environment.
 

Key Features:

• Built-in powerful IR LED illuminator
• Built-in always-on blower  
• Weatherproof (IP66 standard)  
• Sun-shield 

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GeoVision Playback on Your Smartphone

GeoVision offers options for utilizing your smartphone to remotely view live video as well as previously recorded footage from your GeoVision system. You can connect to GV-Systems or GV-IP devices with a simple application download. GeoVision has applications for all types of smartphones and tablets including Android, iOS devices (like iPhones, iPods and iPads), Blackberry devices, and Windows smartphones. Below is an screen capture (another useful tool for smartphones offered by GeoVision apps) using the GeoVision iPhone application (Scott in the picture below is actually taking a screen capture of himself using his iPhone). You can see how useful it is, allowing multiple camera views, screen capture, PTZ, etc...

 

Being able to view your surveillance footage (whether live or recorded) so readily is helpful to anyone who owns a surveillance system. It not only gives the owner the ability to check on things while they're out, but also allows the owner to review past footage whenever and wherever they want to do it. These applications for the smartphone are invaluable and can be accessed almost instantaneously. For quality control, quick references, screen shots and just general peace of mind, you can't go wrong with GeoVision's smartphone apps.

For more information on GeoVision systems or to get a quote on a surveillance system that can utilize smartphone applications, give camerasecuritynow.com a call at 877-422-1907.

Streamlining DVR Storage

Geovision's storage system is a high-performance storage system based on iSCSI technology for users looking for a cost-effective and shared storage solution within a network. If you have an existing network, it is easy to implement the GV-Storage into it without having to establish a new one. You don't need any specialized adapters, switches or cables for DVR servers in order to integrate the GV-Storage into your system, and it is perfectly scalable.

If you use Backup Server, the GV-Storage System can store recorded files from GV-System version 8.2 or above on the network itself. With Backup Viewer you can access the video recordings and log data backed up on the GV-Storage System from any computer in the network. The GV-Storage System is a powerful addition to any video surveillance system.

Key Features:

• Extended storage over Ethernet
• No license fee for each connection
• Easy to operate and maintain
• 16TB storage capacity or higher (Max. 480 FPS for 16 Weeks)
• Dual Gigabit iSCSI ports
• Hardware health monitor
• Easy data backup with Backup Server