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How to Build a DVR

Turn your PC into a Professional-Grade Security DVR with this amazing DVR Card and Software from Worldeyecam.

Every Geovision DVR Card that leaves our warehouse includes: newest hardware version of that particular card, newest Full Version software CD, newest manual, camera connection cables, and full retail box . In short, you get an authentic Geovision DVR Card with everything you need to build your DVR (other then your PC).

It's easy to install. This card simply plugs into a PCI slot on the back of your computer. Then you can connect all of your cameras to it. Once your cameras are hooked up, just install the software and you are ready to record and view your cameras. Plus when you purchase your card from us you get FREE Lifetime Toll-Free Technical Support too!

Step 1: Unpack

In this example we show the GeoVision kit which is ideal for home or a small to large business which requires between 1 and 16 cameras.

A typical kit includes a GeoVision PCI DVR card, additional backplane adapters, security cameras, mounting brackets, cables, power supply units (if purchased) and the GeoVision software CD with the latest version available.

Step 2: Installing the GeoVision card

To install the GeoVision card, turn off your PC at the main socket and remove the outer casing. Find a free PCI slot and insert the GeoVision card.

There is a connector cable to plug-in to the reset switch on the motherboard. This is used by the WatchDog facility in the GeoVision software to automatically reboot your PC if it crashes or hangs due to any hardware fault.

Step 3: Connecting your cameras to Power adapters
and GeoVision card.

To connect your cameras to the Power supply and GeoVison card you will need to use BNC cables (Figure 3-1). *Note:You should have one bundle of BNC cables per camera.

Connect your camera to the BNC cable (Figure 3-2 & Figure 3-3)

Next, Connect the opposite ends of the BNC cable to the the Power adapter and the back of the GeoVision card (Figure 3-4 & Figure 3-5)

Step 4: Mounting the cameras

All of our cameras are supplied with mounting brackets. You just fix the bracket with the screws and raw plug supplied to a suitable location on a wall or ceiling. If you are mounting the camera externally make sure you protect any cable joins from the weather by covering them with a waterproof case or joining the cables inside the building.

Step 5: Where to install cameras

We offer a range of different security cameras for different requirements. The bullet camera illustrated opposite can used internally or externally and is completely weatherproof. Different lenses are available for these cameras, depending on the field of view you require.

Step 6: Installing the software

Insert the GeoVision CD into your CD drive and choose the main installation program. Follow the prompts to configure your cameras and setup the recording and monitoring options with internet remote view.

How do I choose the right card for a particular system?

Geovision breaks their product line down by two things.

Channels: This is how many cameras can be captured and recorded by the DVR card. Total frames per card divided by the number of channels/cameras that are installed.

Frames Per Second: This is the total number of frames per second that the card can capture.
Slow: 1-4 fps - Slower than Time Lapse Video
OK: 5-9 fps - Time Lapse Video
Good: 10-15 fps - Good Motion Video
Better: 16-29 fps - Near Full Motion Video
Best: 30 fps - Full Motion Video

Choose a card that has enough video inputs to cover the maximum number of cameras you need to use. Computer/Cameras not included.

For example: The GV-1240 card can record a total of 240 fps. That means that if you are use up to 8 cameras, then you will record 30 images per second per camera. If you use 16 cameras, then you record at 15 fps each (240 divided by 16).

Our package pricing is unbeatable!

Geovision Software Downloads		V8.4 Remote View SOFTWARE is included with your purchase.
		v8.4 Installation Guide			v8.4 New Feature Guide
		How to View Live Video on Mac OS X (Geovision)
		v8.33 Compatible with Windows XP / Vista / Windows 7 32bit & 64bit

Geovision DVR Card Model		GV-600	GV-650	GV-800	GV-1120	GV-1240	GV-1480
Total Record & Display Speed:		30 fps	60 fps	120 fps	120/480fps	240/480fps	480/480 fps
Camera Inputs (varies per card):		4,8,12 or 16	4,8,12 or 16	4,8,12 or 16	8,12 or 16	8 or 16	16 or 32
Audio Inputs:		1	2	4	8 or 16	8 or 16	16 or 32
Number of days a 200GB drive will last @ 8 hours per day recording 16 cameras.		60 Days	30 Days	16 Days	16 Days	8.3 Days	6.5 Days
FPS (Frames Per Second) Recorded and Displayed, per camera	32Ch: GV-1480-32ch	NA	NA	NA	NA	NA	30
	16Ch:	1.9	3.8	7.5	7.5	15	30
	8 Ch:	3.8	7.5	15	15	30	30
	4 Ch:	7.5	15	30	30	30	30
	2 Ch:	15	30	30	30	30	30
	Card Model:	GV-600	GV-650	GV-800	GV-1120	GV-1240	GV-1480-16
	2 Cards in 1 system:	Installation Guide for 2 Card installations			Installation Guide for 2 Card installations

	On Sale: Starting price:	$135.99	$369.99	$310	$692	$755	$1039

Need more video channels? You can install 2 Cards in 1 system: View Instructions Below
GV-600, GV-650, GV-800				GV-1120, GV-1240, GV-1480
DVR Cards turn your PC into a Pro-Grade Security DVR with the amazing DVR Card and Software from Geovision. Includes the latest Geovision Surveillance Software! All Geovision Cards are current, brand new , includes Software DVD, Remote Viewing Software, camera connections, user manual, and everything you need for smooth installation. DVR card installation is a snap. Simply plug the DVR card into any available PCI based slot on your motherboard. Insert the disc that accompanies your DVR card, follow a few easy steps and you'll be up and running in no time. After you get your card installed you will soon see how easy it is to setup very in depth features and remote access capabilities. You can setup certain users to have different access than others, such as a manager being able to access all the cameras and an employee be able to access only a drive threw camera. The possibilities are endless! With nothing else to buy no matter how many users you decide you need to have accessing the system! When you purchase your DVR cards from us you not only get a great product at an incredible price. You get great service and technical support that is 2nd to NONE!!