ONVIF IP Camera
Device Information:
- Device: IP Camera (Generic ONVIF)
- Vendor: Various (ONVIF-Compatible)
- Model: Any ONVIF Profile S or Profile T compliant camera
- Firmware: Compatible ONVIF firmware
- Platform: GCXONE
- Doc Version: 1.0.0
Summary
- Purpose: Universal integration for any ONVIF-compatible IP camera using standardized protocol for broad manufacturer support.
- Outcome: Cloud integration with event detection, arm/disarm, and Genesis Audio using industry-standard ONVIF protocol.
- Audience: Technical Installers / Field Engineers / Support
At a Glance
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Setup Time | 10-15 minutes |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Setup Method | Manual configuration via camera web interface |
| Protocol | ONVIF (Profile S/T) |
| Compatibility | 5,000+ camera models from various manufacturers |
| Ports Required | HTTP 80, HTTPS 443, RTSP 554, ONVIF (varies) |
| Key Features | Event detection, arm/disarm, Genesis Audio (if supported) |
| Profile Support | Profile S (H.264), Profile T (H.265) |
| Manufacturers | Axis, Bosch, Dahua, Hanwha, Hikvision, Pelco, Sony, Uniview, etc. |
| Use Case | Universal integration for cameras without manufacturer-specific support |
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have:
- ONVIF-compatible IP camera (Profile S or Profile T)
- Administrative access to camera web interface
- Network connectivity between camera and GCXONE platform
- GCXONE account with device configuration permissions
- Static IP or DHCP reservation configured for camera
- ONVIF service enabled on camera
Device Profile
- Type: IP Camera - Generic ONVIF
- Discovery Protocol: ONVIF (WS-Discovery)
- Event Types: Motion detection, tampering, digital inputs, ONVIF events
- Network Requirements:
- Ports: HTTP (80), HTTPS (443), RTSP (554), ONVIF (varies by manufacturer)
- Connectivity: Direct IP with ONVIF protocol
- Bandwidth: 1-8 Mbps per camera (varies by resolution and codec)
- Known Considerations:
- ONVIF standard - Universal protocol for IP camera integration
- Profile S - Standard ONVIF profile for streaming
- Profile T - Advanced ONVIF profile with H.265 support
- Manufacturer variations - ONVIF implementation quality varies
- Limited features - Generic integration supports core functions only
- Broad compatibility - Works with thousands of camera models
- Standard authentication - WS-UsernameToken or Digest authentication
- Event support - ONVIF event subscription for alerts
Supported Features
Core Functions
| Feature Category | Feature | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Events & Alarms | Event Detection | ✓ | ONVIF motion and alarm events |
| Arm/Disarm | ✓ | Camera-level arming via ONVIF | |
| Advanced Features | Genesis Audio (SIP) | ✓ | Two-way audio (if camera supports) |
Legend: ✓ Supported | ○ Partial Support | ✗ Not Supported
Integration Highlights:
- Universal compatibility - Works with any ONVIF-compliant camera
- ONVIF standard protocol - Industry-standard integration
- Event detection - Motion detection and alarm events
- Arm/disarm functions - Camera-level security control
- Genesis Audio (SIP) - Two-way audio (camera-dependent)
- Broad manufacturer support - Axis, Bosch, Dahua, Hanwha, Hikvision, Pelco, Sony, Uniview, and thousands more
- Simple setup - Minimal configuration required
- Profile S/T support - H.264 and H.265 streaming
Quick Start
To configure any ONVIF-compatible IP camera with GCXONE:
- Configure Camera Network - Access camera web interface, configure static IP, verify ONVIF service is enabled
- Create ONVIF User - Create user account for GCXONE integration with appropriate ONVIF permissions
- Add to GCXONE - Register camera in GCXONE using ONVIF protocol with IP address and credentials
- Configure Events - Enable event detection and arm/disarm functions in GCXONE
- Verify Integration - Test event detection and audio functions (if supported)
Estimated setup time: 10-15 minutes
For detailed step-by-step instructions with screenshots, see the Configuration Guide.
Compatibility Notes
ONVIF Profile Support:
- Profile S: Streaming - Most common, supports H.264 video streaming
- Profile T: Advanced Streaming - Supports H.265/HEVC for bandwidth efficiency
Tested Manufacturers: This generic ONVIF integration has been tested with cameras from:
- Axis Communications
- Bosch Security Systems
- Dahua Technology
- Hanwha Techwin (Samsung)
- Hikvision
- Pelco
- Sony Professional
- Uniview
- And 5,000+ other ONVIF-compliant models
Feature Availability: Features depend on camera capabilities and ONVIF implementation quality. Some manufacturers implement ONVIF more comprehensively than others.
Related Articles
- ONVIF IP Camera Configuration
- ONVIF IP Camera Troubleshooting
- Firewall Configuration
- Required Ports
- Standard Device Onboarding Process
Change Log
- 2025-12-20 v1.0.0 - Initial GCXONE generic ONVIF documentation
Need Help?
If you need assistance with ONVIF IP Camera integration, check our Troubleshooting Guide or contact support.