Configure GeoVision DVRs to Connect to a Control Center V2 System – How To
GeoVision’s Control Center V2 can be a bit overwhelming for the average user, so we’ve created a video series that will focus on demonstrating various aspects of the software.
In this installment, Eric walks through the configuration of a GeoVision DVR and shows you how to connect one to a Control Center V2 System.
Enjoy – and let us know if you have any questions or comments.
How To:
- Configure GeoVision DVRs to Connect to Control Center
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- Configure GeoVision IP Cameras to Connect to Center V2 System
- Configure a GeoVision Video Server to Connect to Center V2 System
- Configure GeoVision’s Control Center V2 for Client Connections
- Configure GeoVision’s Control Center V2 to Connect to GeoVision DVRs
- Configure GeoVision’s Control Center V2 to connect to IP Cameras
- Configure GeoVision’s Control Center V2 to Connect to a GeoVision Video Server
- Use GeoVision’s Remote DVR Feature in Control Center V2
- Use GeoVision’s Remote Desktop Feature in Control Center V2
- Use GeoVision’s Remote ViewLog Feature in Control Center V2
- Configure GeoVision’s Matrix Views in Control Center V2
GeoVision vs. AVerMedia Surveillance Software Overview
Filed under: AVerMedia, Comparisons, GeoVision, Reviews, Software
There are several clear differences between the GeoVision and AVerMedia central monitoring software suites. Here are a few key points that will hopefully help you decide which system you would like to utilize for your next surveillance installation.
GeoVision Central Monitoring Station
From the standpoint of an experienced technician, it feels like more thought has been put into designing GeoVision’s Products. The graphical user interface (GUI) is much more attractive and clean, and you have a different login for each user. If an administrator logs in, he or she has admin rights and does not have to enter a username and password time and again.
There are also many more advanced options for fully utilizing the GeoVision software. The average user should have no difficulty using it for simple monitoring purposes, though. For more advanced applications, such as projecting different security cameras onto separate monitors, repairing archived video footage, having more control over your GeoVision DVR Cards, or integrating IP cameras into your existing system, the possibilities are numerous.
When it comes to tying in different manufacturers’ products, however, GeoVision is not quite “user friendly.” Unless you are using one of GeoVision’s products with your GeoVision DVR Software, you will have to pony up a significant amount of money to integrate non-GeoVision security cameras and other equipment.
AVerMedia Central Monitoring Software
The AVerMedia digital surveillance software is built with a larger focus on the average user. Once setup, software is relatively self explanatory and somewhat painless to work with. Both software suites are menu-driven, but accessing options within the AVerMedia CMS is a cinch.
Like GeoVision, though, AVerMedia does have its drawbacks. You have to type in a password several times when you are accessing setup menus, minimizing or closing the software, etc. Also, some of the tweaks and tricks readily available in GeoVision’s software are not easily accessible in AVerMedia’s.
I will give kudos to the engineers at AVerMedia, though, because their system is not nearly as proprietary-minded as GeoVision’s. Without buying a special device to incorporate non-AVerMedia products, you can easily augment the software with various other security cameras and equipment. From IP cameras to POS devices, adding non-proprietary products to AVerMedia’s software can be easily and cost-effectively accomplished.
Depending on your level of technical sophistication, either of these products is perfect for the average user. However, if you are a “techie” or like to tinker, Geovision may be the better choice for you!
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