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Live View Configuration

Overview​

This guide covers the configuration of live view functionality in GCXONE, including stream settings, layout configuration, multi-camera views, and optimization options.

What you'll accomplish:

  • Configure live view stream settings
  • Set up multi-camera grid layouts
  • Configure live view preferences
  • Optimize live view performance
  • Enable advanced features

Estimated time: 15-20 minutes

Prerequisites​

Before configuring live view, ensure:

  • Devices are successfully added to GCXONE
  • Video streaming is working correctly
  • Network connectivity is established
  • Devices are online and accessible

Configuration Workflow​

  1. Stream Configuration - Configure live stream settings
  2. Layout Configuration - Set up camera layouts and grids
  3. Live View Preferences - Configure user preferences
  4. Performance Optimization - Optimize for performance
  5. Verification - Test live view functionality

Part 1: Stream Configuration​

Step 1: Configure Live Stream Settings​

UI Path: GCXONE → Devices → [Camera] → Camera Configuration → Streaming

Objective: Configure live stream quality and settings for optimal viewing.

Configuration Steps:

  1. Navigate to Devices → Select camera
  2. Click Camera Configuration → Streaming tab
  3. Configure Live Stream Settings:
    • Stream Quality: Auto (recommended), High, Medium, or Low
    • Stream Source: Primary (full quality) or Secondary (optimized)
    • Adaptive Quality: Enable for bandwidth optimization
    • Resolution: Verify resolution matches requirements
  4. Configure Stream Options:
    • Frame Rate: Set appropriate FPS (15-30 typical)
    • Bitrate: Auto or manual control
    • Codec: H.264 or H.265
  5. Click Save Configuration

Expected Result: Live stream configured with appropriate quality settings.

Step 2: Configure Multi-Stream Support​

UI Path: GCXONE → Devices → [Camera] → Camera Configuration → Streaming

Objective: Configure primary and secondary streams for different viewing contexts.

Configuration Steps:

  1. Navigate to camera Streaming configuration
  2. Configure Primary Stream (for full-screen viewing):
    • Resolution: Maximum resolution (e.g., 1920x1080)
    • Frame Rate: 30 FPS for smooth viewing
    • Bitrate: Higher bitrate for quality
  3. Configure Secondary Stream (for grid views):
    • Resolution: Lower resolution (e.g., 640x480)
    • Frame Rate: 15 FPS sufficient
    • Bitrate: Lower bitrate for bandwidth efficiency
  4. Enable Auto Stream Selection: GCXONE automatically uses appropriate stream
  5. Click Save Configuration

Expected Result: Multi-stream configuration optimized for different viewing scenarios.

Part 2: Layout Configuration​

Step 3: Create Camera Layouts​

UI Path: GCXONE → Live View → Layouts → Create Layout

Objective: Create custom camera layouts for organized viewing.

Configuration Steps:

  1. Navigate to Live View → Layouts
  2. Click Create Layout or New Layout
  3. Configure Layout Settings:
    • Layout Name: Descriptive name (e.g., "Entrance Cameras", "Perimeter View")
    • Grid Size: Select grid size (1x1, 2x2, 3x3, 4x4, custom)
    • Layout Type: Grid, Custom, or Panoramic
  4. Add Cameras to Layout:
    • Drag cameras to layout positions
    • Or select cameras and assign positions
    • Arrange cameras logically
  5. Configure Layout Options:
    • Auto-Refresh: Enable automatic updates
    • Display Names: Show camera names on layout
    • Status Indicators: Show online/offline status
  6. Click Save Layout

Expected Result: Custom layout created and ready to use.

Step 4: Configure Default Layouts​

UI Path: GCXONE → Settings → Live View → Default Layouts

Objective: Set default layouts for different users or roles.

Configuration Steps:

  1. Navigate to Settings → Live View → Default Layouts
  2. Configure User Defaults:
    • Select user or role
    • Set default layout for that user
    • Configure layout preferences
  3. Configure Site Defaults:
    • Set default layout per site/location
    • Configure location-based layouts
  4. Configure Device Group Defaults:
    • Set layouts for device groups
    • Organize by device type or function
  5. Click Save Defaults

Expected Result: Default layouts configured for users and contexts.

Part 3: Live View Preferences​

Step 5: Configure Global Live View Settings​

UI Path: GCXONE → Settings → Live View → Preferences

Objective: Configure platform-wide live view preferences.

Configuration Steps:

  1. Navigate to Settings → Live View → Preferences
  2. Configure Display Settings:
    • Default Quality: Auto, High, Medium, or Low
    • Default Layout: Select default layout
    • Auto-Start Streams: Enable/disable auto-start
    • Show Timestamps: Enable timestamp overlay
  3. Configure Performance Settings:
    • Maximum Concurrent Streams: Limit per user/workstation
    • Stream Buffer Size: Adjust buffer settings
    • Refresh Interval: Set update frequency
  4. Configure User Interface:
    • Control Visibility: Show/hide specific controls
    • Camera Labels: Display camera names
    • Status Indicators: Show connection status
  5. Click Save Preferences

Expected Result: Global live view preferences configured.

Step 6: Configure User-Specific Preferences​

UI Path: GCXONE → User Profile → Live View Settings

Objective: Allow users to customize their live view experience.

Configuration Steps:

  1. User navigates to their Profile → Live View Settings
  2. Configure Personal Preferences:
    • Preferred Layout: Select favorite layout
    • Default Quality: Personal quality preference
    • Auto-Start: Enable/disable auto-start streams
  3. Configure Display Options:
    • Show/Hide Elements: Customize interface
    • Camera Organization: Personal camera groupings
    • Layout Preferences: Preferred grid sizes
  4. Save preferences

Expected Result: Users can customize their live view experience.

Part 4: Performance Optimization​

Step 7: Optimize Live View Performance​

UI Path: GCXONE → Settings → Live View → Performance

Objective: Optimize live view for best performance based on system capabilities.

Configuration Steps:

  1. Navigate to Settings → Live View → Performance
  2. Configure Stream Limits:
    • Max Streams per User: Set limit based on bandwidth
    • Max Streams per Workstation: Limit for hardware
    • Quality Based Limits: Different limits by quality
  3. Configure Bandwidth Management:
    • Enable Adaptive Quality: Automatic quality adjustment
    • Bandwidth Thresholds: Set quality change triggers
    • Prioritize Critical Streams: Prioritize important cameras
  4. Configure Resource Management:
    • Stream Preloading: Preload frequently viewed cameras
    • Auto-Close Inactive: Close streams after inactivity
    • Memory Management: Optimize memory usage
  5. Click Save Settings

Expected Result: Live view performance optimized.

Step 8: Enable Local Mode for Better Performance​

UI Path: GCXONE → Settings → Local Mode

Objective: Enable Local Mode for reduced latency and better performance on operator workstations.

Configuration Steps:

  1. Navigate to Settings → Local Mode
  2. Enable Local Mode:
    • Enable Local Mode: ✓ Checked
    • Auto-Discovery: Enable device discovery
    • Prefer Local: Prefer local streams when available
  3. Configure Local Mode Settings:
    • Network Ranges: Define local network ranges
    • Fallback Behavior: Cloud fallback if local unavailable
  4. Verify Local Mode Service:
    • Ensure Local Mode service installed on workstations
    • Verify service is running
    • Test local connections
  5. Click Save Configuration

Expected Result: Local Mode enabled for improved performance.

Part 5: Verification and Testing​

Verification Checklist​

Basic Live View:

  • Individual camera streams display correctly
  • Stream quality is acceptable
  • Stream starts within reasonable time (2-3 seconds)
  • No excessive buffering or lag
  • Audio works (if applicable)

Multi-Camera Views:

  • Grid layouts display correctly
  • Multiple cameras stream simultaneously
  • Layouts can be created and saved
  • Switching between layouts works smoothly
  • Camera labels and status indicators show correctly

Performance:

  • Concurrent streams work without issues
  • Performance is acceptable with multiple streams
  • Bandwidth usage is reasonable
  • System resources are used efficiently
  • No performance degradation over time

Advanced Features:

  • PTZ controls work from live view (if applicable)
  • Audio controls work (if applicable)
  • Full-screen mode works correctly
  • Layout customization works
  • User preferences are saved and applied

Advanced Configuration​

Custom Layout Templates​

Create reusable layout templates:

  1. Create Template: Design layout structure
  2. Assign to Sites: Apply templates to specific sites
  3. Role-Based Templates: Different templates per role
  4. Dynamic Layouts: Layouts that adapt based on available cameras

Stream Prioritization​

Prioritize important cameras:

  1. Define Priorities: Assign priority levels to cameras
  2. Quality Allocation: Higher quality for priority cameras
  3. Bandwidth Allocation: Allocate bandwidth based on priority
  4. Resource Allocation: Allocate system resources accordingly

Troubleshooting​

See the Troubleshooting Guide for common problems and solutions.

Quick troubleshooting:

  • Streams not starting: Check device status, verify streaming configuration, check network
  • Poor quality: Adjust quality settings, check bandwidth, verify stream source
  • Performance issues: Limit concurrent streams, enable Local Mode, optimize quality
  • Layouts not saving: Check permissions, verify layout configuration, clear cache

Need Help?

If you need assistance with live view configuration, contact support.