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NXG Cloud Vision Edge Configuration

Overview​

This simplified guide covers NXG Cloud Vision Edge setup with GCXONE using cloud-native zero-touch provisioning. As a pure cloud VMS, there is no on-premise server to install—simply create a cloud account, add cameras, and activate the integration.

What you'll accomplish:

  • Create NXG Cloud Vision Edge cloud account
  • Add IP cameras to cloud VMS
  • Install optional edge devices for local processing
  • Verify automatic cloud registration and discovery
  • Activate integration profile with one click
  • Test all pre-configured features

Estimated time: 10-15 minutes (cloud VMS, no hardware installation)

Prerequisites​

Ensure you have completed the prerequisites listed in the Overview:

  • NXG Cloud Vision Edge account (or ready to create subscription)
  • IP cameras (ONVIF or manufacturer-specific protocol)
  • Network connectivity with internet access for cameras
  • GCXONE account with device configuration permissions
  • Edge devices (optional, for local AI processing and storage)

Configuration Workflow​

The configuration process consists of 2 simplified parts (cloud-native zero-touch):

  1. Cloud VMS Setup - Create account, add cameras, install edge devices (Steps 1-3)
  2. Automatic Cloud Integration - VMS auto-registers, activate profile, verify (Steps 4-6)

Part 1: Cloud VMS Setup​

Step 1: Create NXG Cloud Vision Edge Account​

UI Path: Web Browser → https://cloudvision.nxgen.com (example)

Objective: Create cloud VMS account and access management dashboard.

Configuration Steps:

  1. Open web browser and navigate to NXG Cloud Vision Edge portal
  2. Create Account (or log in with existing credentials):
    • Enter email address
    • Create password (strong password required)
    • Select subscription plan (Basic, Professional, Enterprise)
    • Accept terms and conditions
  3. Verify Email: Check email for verification link
  4. Complete Setup: Log in to cloud dashboard
  5. Configure Account Settings:
    • Organization name
    • Time zone
    • Language preference
    • Notification settings

Cloud Account Setup

Expected Result: Cloud VMS account created, dashboard accessible.

Step 2: Add IP Cameras to Cloud VMS​

UI Path: Cloud Dashboard → Cameras → Add Camera

Objective: Add IP cameras to cloud VMS for monitoring and recording.

Configuration Steps:

  1. In cloud dashboard, navigate to Cameras → Add Camera
  2. Auto-Discovery Method (Recommended):
    • Click Auto-Discover Cameras
    • Cloud VMS scans network for ONVIF-compatible cameras
    • Select cameras from discovered list
    • Enter camera credentials (username/password)
    • Click Add Selected Cameras
  3. Manual Method (Alternative):
    • Click Add Manually
    • Enter camera details:
      • Camera Name: Descriptive name (e.g., "Front Entrance")
      • IP Address: Camera IP address
      • Port: RTSP port (default 554)
      • Protocol: ONVIF, RTSP, or manufacturer-specific
      • Username: Camera admin username
      • Password: Camera admin password
    • Click Test Connection
    • Click Add Camera
  4. Repeat for all cameras at the site
  5. Verify Camera Status: All cameras show "Online" in dashboard

Add Cameras

Expected Result: All cameras added to cloud VMS and showing "Online" status.

Step 3: Install Edge Devices (Optional)​

UI Path: Physical Installation + Cloud Dashboard → Edge Devices

Objective: Install edge devices at site for local AI processing and storage (optional but recommended).

Installation Steps:

  1. Physical Installation:
    • Unbox NXG Edge Device
    • Connect edge device to network via Ethernet
    • Connect power adapter
    • Wait 2-3 minutes for device to boot
  2. Register Edge Device in Cloud:
    • In cloud dashboard, navigate to Edge Devices → Add Edge Device
    • Enter Device Serial Number (found on device label)
    • Enter Activation Code (included with device)
    • Click Activate
  3. Assign Cameras to Edge Device:
    • Select edge device from list
    • Click Assign Cameras
    • Select cameras to process locally
    • Configure Edge Features:
      • ✓ Local AI analytics
      • ✓ Local recording (backup)
      • ✓ Bandwidth optimization
    • Click Save
  4. Verify Edge Device Status: Shows "Online" and processing cameras

Edge Device Setup

Expected Result: Edge device online, cameras assigned, local processing active.

Note: Edge devices are optional. Cameras can operate purely cloud-based without edge devices.

Part 2: Automatic Cloud Integration​

Step 4: Verify Automatic Discovery in GCXONE​

UI Path: GCXONE Web Portal → Devices → Discovered Devices

Objective: Verify NXG Cloud Vision Edge appears automatically in GCXONE.

Verification Steps:

  1. Log into GCXONE web portal with admin credentials
  2. Navigate to Devices → Discovered Devices or Dashboard
  3. Wait 30-60 seconds for cloud VMS to appear in discovered devices list
  4. Locate your NXG Cloud Vision Edge in the list:
    • Device Name: NXG Cloud Vision Edge + account name (auto-detected)
    • Status: "Pending Activation" or "Ready"
    • Cameras: Number of cameras detected
  5. Click on the VMS entry to view details

Auto-Discovered Cloud VMS

Expected Result: NXG Cloud Vision Edge appears automatically in GCXONE with all cameras detected.

Troubleshooting: If VMS doesn't appear after 2 minutes:

  • Verify GCXONE integration enabled in cloud VMS settings
  • Verify cloud VMS account linked to GCXONE organization
  • Refresh GCXONE page
  • Check cloud VMS dashboard for connection status

Step 5: Activate Integration Profile (One-Click Setup)​

UI Path: GCXONE → Devices → NXG Cloud Vision Edge → Activate

Objective: Activate integration profile to enable all features automatically.

Activation Steps:

  1. Click on your NXG Cloud Vision Edge in GCXONE device list
  2. Click Activate or Configure Integration
  3. Select Integration Profile:
    • Basic Profile: Essential features (live streaming, playback, events) - Good for basic deployments
    • Basic+ Profile: Enhanced features (event management, notifications, arm/disarm) - Recommended for most deployments
    • Advanced Profile: Full features (edge AI analytics, advanced automation, timelapse) - Best for comprehensive security
  4. Click Activate Profile
  5. Wait 10-30 seconds for activation to complete
  6. All features are automatically configured based on selected profile:
    • ✓ Cloud streaming enabled
    • ✓ Local streaming enabled (via edge devices)
    • ✓ Event forwarding enabled
    • ✓ Notifications configured
    • ✓ Genesis Audio (SIP) enabled
    • ✓ PTZ control enabled (if PTZ cameras present)
    • ✓ Cloud polling enabled
    • ✓ Timeline enabled
    • ✓ Edge AI analytics enabled (Advanced profile)

Profile Activation

Expected Result: Integration profile activated, all features auto-configured, VMS status shows "Online".

Step 6: Verify Camera and Feature Configuration​

UI Path: GCXONE → Devices → NXG Cloud Vision Edge → Cameras / Settings

Objective: Verify all cameras and features are auto-configured correctly.

Verification Steps:

  1. Navigate to Cameras tab in NXG Cloud Vision Edge device page
  2. Verify all cameras are listed:
    • Camera name (auto-generated from cloud VMS)
    • Status: "Online"
    • Cloud streaming: ✓ Enabled
    • Local streaming: ✓ Enabled (if edge device present)
    • Timeline: ✓ Enabled
  3. Optional: Customize camera settings:
    • Rename cameras to descriptive names
    • Assign cameras to site/location hierarchy
    • Adjust stream quality (Auto recommended)
    • Configure privacy masks if needed
  4. Verify Event Configuration (auto-configured):
    • Motion detection: ✓ Enabled
    • Event notifications: ✓ Enabled (push, email)
    • Event recording: ✓ Enabled
    • Edge AI analytics: ✓ Enabled (Advanced profile)
  5. Verify Advanced Features (based on profile):
    • Genesis Audio (SIP): ✓ Enabled
    • PTZ control: ✓ Enabled (if PTZ cameras)
    • Edge AI analytics: ✓ Enabled (Advanced profile)
    • Timelapse: ○ Enable if required
  6. Click Save if any customizations made

Camera Verification

Expected Result: All cameras online, features auto-configured per selected profile.

Verification and Testing​

Quick Verification Checklist​

Immediate Tests (Less than 2 minutes):

  • All cameras show "Online" status in GCXONE
  • Live streaming works (click any camera to view)
  • Cloud VMS status shows "Online" in GCXONE
  • Timeline appears with event markers

Comprehensive Tests (5-10 minutes):

  • Live Streaming: Cloud live streaming works for all cameras
  • Playback: Cloud playback works with timeline navigation
  • Events: Motion detection events appear in timeline
  • Notifications: Push notifications received on mobile app (trigger motion)
  • Audio: Genesis Audio (SIP) two-way communication works (if configured)
  • PTZ: PTZ controls work for PTZ cameras (if present)
  • Local Streaming: Edge-local streaming works when on same network (if edge device present)
  • Edge AI: AI analytics events appear in timeline (Advanced profile)
  • Mobile App: Access cloud VMS and cameras via GCXONE mobile app

Advanced Configuration (Optional)​

Customizing Auto-Configured Settings​

While NXG Cloud Vision Edge auto-configures all settings, you can optionally customize:

Camera Organization:

  1. Navigate to Cameras tab
  2. Click camera to rename
  3. Assign to site/location hierarchy
  4. Group cameras by zone/area

Event Notification Rules:

  1. Navigate to Event Configuration
  2. Customize notification schedule (24/7 or custom hours)
  3. Add additional notification recipients
  4. Configure event-specific actions

Edge AI Analytics (Advanced Profile):

  1. Navigate to cloud VMS dashboard (not GCXONE)
  2. Select Analytics settings
  3. Enable specific analytics per camera:
    • Person detection
    • Vehicle detection
    • Line crossing
    • Loitering detection
    • Crowd detection
  4. Configure analytics zones for each camera
  5. Set analytics sensitivity
  6. Verify analytics events forward to GCXONE

Multi-Site Management:

  1. Create additional cloud VMS accounts for other sites
  2. Each site auto-registers with GCXONE
  3. Organize by site hierarchy in GCXONE
  4. Configure site-specific integration profiles

Troubleshooting​

See the Troubleshooting Guide for common problems and solutions.

Quick troubleshooting:

  • VMS not discovered: Verify GCXONE integration enabled in cloud VMS settings
  • Cameras not detected: Verify cameras added and online in cloud VMS dashboard
  • No video: Verify cameras are powered on and connected to network
  • Activation fails: Refresh GCXONE page, verify GCXONE account permissions
  • Events not appearing: Wait 5 minutes for initial event sync, trigger motion to test
  • Edge device offline: Check network connectivity, verify device powered on

Why NXG Cloud Vision Edge is Different​

Traditional VMS setup vs. NXG Cloud Vision Edge:

TaskTraditional VMSNXG Cloud Vision Edge
Server InstallationInstall Windows/Linux server, VMS softwareNo server required (cloud-native)
Network ConfigurationManual IP, port forwarding, DDNSAutomatic (cloud-based)
Camera SetupManual IP entry, firewall rulesAuto-discovery or simple manual entry
GCXONE IntegrationManual device addition, credentialsAutomatic discovery
Feature ConfigurationStep-by-step manual configurationOne-click profile activation
Edge ProcessingNot available (centralized only)Optional edge devices for distributed AI
ScalabilityLimited by server hardwareUnlimited (cloud infrastructure)
Firmware UpdatesManual download and installationAutomatic cloud updates
Total Setup Time60-120 minutes10-15 minutes

Need Help?

If you need assistance with NXG Cloud Vision Edge, contact support. Most issues resolve automatically within 5 minutes of setup.