Longvast Granvista Plus GVP-221 User manual

Granvista Plus Series
H.264 2-Megapixel
Outdoor Network Camera
GVP-221
User’s Manual
Version: 1.16
Revised Sept, 2012

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Contents
Notices .................................................................................................................................................2
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................4
Installation............................................................................................................................................5
Using the Web UI...............................................................................................................................11
1. Live View...............................................................................................................................13
2. Video......................................................................................................................................15
General...............................................................................................................................15
Advanced ...........................................................................................................................16
3. Camera...................................................................................................................................20
General...............................................................................................................................20
Advanced ...........................................................................................................................22
4. Event ......................................................................................................................................23
Event Server.......................................................................................................................24
Motion Detection ...............................................................................................................26
Event Configuration...........................................................................................................27
5. Network..................................................................................................................................30
General...............................................................................................................................30
Advanced ...........................................................................................................................31
SMTP (E-Mail) ..................................................................................................................33
DDNS.................................................................................................................................35
6. System....................................................................................................................................40
Information.........................................................................................................................40
User....................................................................................................................................41
Date & Time.......................................................................................................................42
Server Maintenance............................................................................................................42
Log Service........................................................................................................................44
7. Customize ..............................................................................................................................45
8. FAQ........................................................................................................................................47
Check firmware version.....................................................................................................47
I/O Terminal Connector - Pin Assignment.........................................................................48
Restore Factory Default.....................................................................................................48
Upgrade device firmware...................................................................................................49
Video Streams Specification..............................................................................................50
The Angle of View at different resolutions........................................................................51
Appendix I: An example of how to set up users’ own FTP servers...................................................52
Appendix II: How to install the VLC program..................................................................................61
Appendix III: How to replay the recorded video clips with VLC program.......................................63
Appendix IV: Commands for system integrations.............................................................................64

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Notices
This user manual is intended for administrators and users of the GVP-221 IP66 Outdoor Network Camera,
including instructions for using and managing the camera on your network. The use of surveillance devices
may be prohibited by law in your country. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the operation of such
devices is legal before installing this unit for its intended use.
Before the Network Camera is installed, all the safety and operating instructions should be carefully read and
followed to avoid damage due to faulty assembly and installation. This also ensures the product is used
properly as intended.
Heed all warnings
Do not drop or strike this equipment
Sensitive electronics inside the camera are vulnerable to excessive strike.
Do not install the equipment near any flames or heat sources
Excessive heat could damage this equipment.
Do not cover cloth or to install this equipment in poorly ventilated places.
Overheating could damage this equipment.
Do not damage the power cord or leave it under pressure
Risk of fire or shock circuit
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the Cover (or Back).
No user-serviceable parts inside. Misusage, improper, and negligence could damage this
equipment. Need to refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
Do not continue to operate if it appears to be faulted.
If the unit ceases functioning, contact qualified service personnel for help.
Any works related to detailed service or repair of this product should be made by qualified
personnel only.
Liability
Longvast International reserves the right to make corrections, modifications, enhancements, improvements,
and other changes to its products and services at any time and to discontinue any product or service without
notice. Customers should obtain the latest relevant information before placing orders and should verify that
such information is current and complete. All products are sold subject to Longvast International’s terms and
conditions of sale supplied at the time of order acknowledgment.
Longvast International is not responsible or liable for the resale of its products with statements different from
or beyond the specification/parameters stated by Longvast International. Customers are responsible for their
applications using Longvast International products. To minimize the risks associated with customer
applications, customers should provide adequate operating safeguards. Longvast International is under no
obligation to provide any further technical support service or product/software alteration beyond Longvast

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International's representation.
Longvast International products are not authorized for use in safety-critical applications where a failure of the
Longvast International product would cause severe personal injury or death, unless officers of the parties
have executed an agreement specifically governing such use.
Reproduction of Longvast International information or datasheets with alteration is an unfair and deceptive
business practice. Longvast International is not responsible or liable for any such statements.
Every care has been taken of with best efforts in this manual. If there are any inaccuracies or omissions,
please inform your local office. Longvast International cannot be held responsible for any typographical or
technical errors. Longvast International is not liable or responsible for incidental or damages caused by
mishandling.
Trademarks
All names used in this manual for hardware and software are probably registered trademarks of respective
companies. Granvista
Plus is a registered trademark of Longvast International. All rights reserved.
Support
If you require any technical assistance, please contact your Longvast International’s regional
resellers, and you may contact us too. Besides, you can connect to the Longvast International’s
Internet website of www.longvast.com for any updated information,

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Introduction
Granvista Plus GVP-221 Outdoor Network Camera delivers superior H.264-AVC performance, state of the
art design and function. GVP-221 is specifically adapted for maximum performance outdoor applications,
such as commercial, banking, government buildings, schools, universities and airports.
H.264-AVC video compression can lower bandwidth and storage requirements without compromising
image quality; Motion JPEG is supported for increased flexibility, as well as multiple independent video
streaming.
GVP-221’s value-added features include video-out jack for ease of angle adjustment at installation,
on-board video motion detection and two-way audio. PoE is available, full PoE (IEEE-802.3af) feature
supplies power to the camera via the network, eliminating the need for power cables, reducing installation
costs and complexity. Therefore, GVP-221 is “Best in Class” for maximum performance IP video
surveillance systems, demanding superior image quality, ease of installation, and intelligent video
capabilities.

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Installation
1. Hardware Connection
The users may use different types of optional audio inputs to integrate with the GVP-221. Following is an
example of a type of audio input device which is commonly used in security business.
Just like the ordinary applications on PC, the users need to use the appropriate connector shown in the
picture below to connect to the pink color connector of the GVP-221 for audio input.
The users may put the sensing element of audio device at appropriate locations which are not necessarily
right next to the camera body.

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The user may use a hand-held monitor with BNC connector to connect to this video output port to easily
adjust the view angle at installation.

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2. Software Installation
The following software is necessary for the proper display and use of the camera from the Web site. The
software can be found in the Software Package CD.
IP Installer
The IP Installer is used to locate and configure Network Cameras on the LAN. This utility is useful for
conveniently configuring the network settings of the device, or for finding a device once the network
settings have been modified.
To install the IP Installer, from the Software Package CD folder, run the setup program from the IP
Installer folder, and then follow the on screen instructions.
VLC
Though not necessary, this can be used for viewing the streaming without a Web browser. Besides, the
VLC may be helpful in reviewing the recorded video files in the Micro SD card. Please refer to the
appendix II & III for more details on how to install and use the VLC program.
XVID Codec
An H.264 codec is applied for displaying the video stream and playing the recodedAVI files. If the video
stream can’t be displayed, or the recorded AVI files can’t be played on PC by using MPLAYER program,
install this software from the Software Package CD. In other words, this XVID Codec allows users to
replay the recorded files by using the Windows MPLAYER which many users are familiar with.
Network Configuration
IP Installer is a utility that provides an easier, more efficient way to configure the IP address and network
settings of the devices. It even provides a convenient way to set the network settings for multiple
devices simultaneously by using the batch setting function. Moreover, IP Installer can save the network
settings for all devices as a backup and restore them when necessary. IP Installer is able to help
non-professional users to quickly setup their network cameras to work in a professional manner.
Preparation before IP Assignment
1. Always consult your network administrator before assigning an IP address to your server in order to
avoid using a previously assigned IP address.
2. Ensure the device is powered on and correctly connected to the network. This network can be simply a
hub, PC and the network camera; and the network camera may directly connect to the PC too.
3. MAC Address: Each device has a unique Ethernet address (MAC address) shown on the label of the
device as the serial number (S/N) with 12 digits (e.g. 000429-XXXXXX).

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4. Although the IP Installer is able to find and configure any Network Cameras in the LAN except those that
are behind a router, it is a good idea to set the host PC to the same subnet. In order to connect to the
Web-based user interface of the camera, the host PC must be in the same subnet. For more information
about subnets, please consult your network administrator.
Using IPInstaller to Assign an IP Address to GVP-221
1. Once IP Installer has been successfully installed on the PC, double click the IP Installer icon on the
desktop, or select it from Start > Programs > IP Installer > Launch IP Installer.
2. Click the “Device Search” tool bar and search the device in the LAN.
Please note that the firewalls of your Windows orAnti-virus software might block IP Installer from
searching the cameras. In this case you would need to unblock IP Installer software from the firewalls,
or to manually make this IP Installer software an exception to the firewalls.
3. From the list, select the device with the MAC Address that corresponds to the device which is to be
configured. The MACAddress is identical to the unit’s S/N (Serial Number).
4. Right-click and select the “Single Device Setting” item to open the Property Page for the selected
device.
5. After filling in the properties, click [Set] button to complete the configuration settings in the remote
device.
*000429
0000
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Example about how to know the user’s PC and network information from command prompt. Simply type in
“ ipconfig ” in the Command Prompt screen, press Enter, and you will see the related information which
shows you the PC’s IP, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, etc.
The first three numbers of the network camera’s IP must be same as the first three numbers of the
PC’s IP address, otherwise the screen can not be displayed properly on the WWW browser. In the
above example the PC’s IP address is 192.168.1.6., and we have set the camera’s IP to be 192.168.1.8.
Open the Web-based UI of the Selected camera
1. To access the Web-based user interface of the selected unit by right-clicking and selecting “Open web”
from the slide-bar.
2. If the device has been configured correctly, the default Web browser, the Internet Explorer, will open to
the home page of the selected device.