GeoVision Video Capturing Device

GeoVision’s Video Capturing Device is a versatile PCI Express plug-in card designed to bridge analog video sources with modern digital workflows. Ideal for digitizing old footage, archiving surveillance streams, or enabling live video capture for streaming and editing, this device delivers reliable performance in a compact PCIe form factor. Its Plug-and-Play design makes installation quick and straightforward, letting you start capturing with minimal setup. By converting analog signals into digital form and supporting industry-standard codecs, the GeoVision capture card fits seamlessly into a wide range of PC-based video capture and conversion tasks, delivering clear, usable video data for storage, processing, and distribution.

• PCI Express interface: A modern plug-in card designed for fast data transfer within standard PCs, enabling smooth, reliable video capture.
• Analog-to-digital conversion: Converts traditional analog video signals into digital streams for editing, archiving, and delivery across digital channels.
• NTSC and PAL support: Broad compatibility with regional broadcast standards to ensure accurate color and timing across locations.
• Video codecs: Built-in encoding with H.264 and MPEG-4 to reduce file sizes while preserving quality for storage and streaming.
• DVI output and plug‑in convenience: DVI connection facilitates high-quality display of captured video and easy integration with capture software and monitors; designed for quick Plug-and-Play setup with your PC.

Technical Details of GeoVision Video Capturing Device

• Card type: PCI Express plug-in card designed for desktop PCs.
• Video capture: Converts analog video signals to digital form for use in editing, archiving, and streaming workflows.
• Standards supported: NTSC and PAL compatibility to cover major regional formats.
• Encoders: Supports H.264 and MPEG-4 professional-grade compression for efficient storage and bandwidth management.
• Output/connection: DVI interface for high-quality display and compatibility with capture software and monitors.

How to install GeoVision Video Capturing Device

• Power down and unplug: Turn off your PC and disconnect any power sources before handling internal components to prevent damage.
• Open the chassis: Remove the case panel to access the motherboard and available PCIe slots. Identify a suitable PCI Express slot (x1 or larger) that matches the card’s interface.
• Insert the card: Align the GeoVision PCIe card with the slot and carefully press until it is firmly seated. Secure the rear bracket with a screw to keep the card in place.
• Connect analog sources: Attach your analog video sources to the capture card’s inputs using the appropriate composite or analog connectors. Ensure cables are firmly seated and routed to avoid interference.
• Power up and install software: Close the chassis, reconnect power, and boot the PC. The system should detect the new hardware; install the provided drivers and capture software if prompted, or download the latest package from GeoVision. Configure the device within the software by selecting the GeoVision capture card as the input device, then choose NTSC or PAL as required and set the desired encoding to H.264 or MPEG-4.
• Test and optimize: Run a quick capture test to verify video quality, synchronization, and codec settings. Adjust resolution, frame rate, and encoding parameters as needed to balance quality and storage demands.

Frequently asked questions

• What signals can this device capture? It captures analog video signals and converts them to digital form, with support for NTSC and PAL standards to accommodate regional formats.
• Which codecs are available for encoding? The device supports H.264 and MPEG-4 encoding to optimize file size and bandwidth while maintaining usable video quality for capture, storage, and streaming workflows.
• What interface does the card use? It uses a PCI Express (PCIe) interface, designed for modern desktop PCs and straightforward installation.
• Is the card plug-and-play? Yes. The device is designed for Plug-and-Play operation with a PC; after installation, the system should recognize the card and allow you to begin capturing with minimal setup.
• Do I need an external power supply? No additional power supply is typically required; the card draws power from the PCIe slot.
• Can I monitor captured video directly? The card includes a DVI connection, enabling high-quality display of the captured video on a monitor and easy integration with capture software for real-time monitoring.
• Is it compatible with all Windows versions? The device is designed for PC platforms and works with standard driver packages provided by GeoVision; check for the latest drivers to ensure compatibility with your operating system and capture software.
• Can I digitize archival footage? Yes. By converting analog footage to digital using the included codecs, you can preserve, edit, and archive older tapes efficiently and reliably.