Geovision GV600 v3 on Windows 7

[LittleScoobyMaster 0]

Are there any hacks to get the GV600 v3 hardware to work on Win7?

 

I can't believe that I should have to re-purchase my GV600 just so that I can use the hardware on Windows 7. It doesn't seem fair.

[rory 0]

I wouldn't wish Windows 7 on my worst enemy.

[LittleScoobyMaster 0]

I wouldn't wish Windows 7 on my worst enemy.

 

We all know what you think of Win7 Rory...

 

There are many however, who happen to love Win7 and think it's the best OS since 2000, myself included. There are also many of us who love to be on the cutting edge for some types of hardware.

 

I love the new Intel I7-2600K processors, yet, I am hesitant to upgrade my Geo hardware because of all the Geovision issues, especially the ones regarding pirated cards and Geo's ridiculous attempts to curb the piracy (i.e. making customers re-purchase the same exact model card just to use the latest OS). I see next to no difference in hardware for the older GV600's and the newer ones. They are practically identical with no added value, except the ability to run on Win7 and Geo 8.x. Their methods hurt the customers more than the criminals unfortunately.

 

However, we do have some things in common. You prefer to hold on to an ancient OS, and I prefer to not have to re-purchase my older Geo hardware, so I understand where you are coming from in that respect.

[rory 0]

Just dump the Geo card and buy a Dahua Standalone.

Problem solved.

[LittleScoobyMaster 0]

Just dump the Geo card and buy a Dahua Standalone.

Problem solved.

 

How do they compare to a GV system?

 

I mean, take my GV600 v3 for example.

 

Is the Dahua system an upgrade compared to that? I've seen some of the Dahua 4 cam systems for as low as $199. That seems pretty inexpensive. Have never used one myself.

[rory 0]

As a DVR I like them better. Only thing I wish it would do is let me choose which multiview I set on startup. Other than that, it does what I need for clients. Remote playback could be improved also for better multiview playback, but it works. Nice thing is they are continuously updating their software, making it better. They also have alot of options for software and DVRs. Even can record over the network using the network software, i did this with my DVR for a few months after my HDD failed (it was 2nd hand anyway).

 

Playback quality can be a little clearer on the Geo depending on the codec used, but Live and network quality is better with the Dahua. Also Ive used the 32 channel Dahua DVR and they work good for such a low price.

 

I had overlay issues with some Dell Windows 7 PCs and Geo Network video, basically blocked and low res - same PCs no issues with the Dahua networked video.