Joystick Z-Axis on Mac-based exacqVision Client

When using a joystick on Mac-based exacqVision Client software, Z-Axis operations do not work correctly. On an exacqVision Surveillance Keyboard (and most other devices), the joystick’s Z-Axis is mapped to the action of twisting the joystick, which is used to control zoom functions. On some keyboards, zoom functionality can be mapped to a programmable button.… Continue reading Joystick Z-Axis on Mac-based exacqVision Client

Resetting the Power Supply Alarm

Description  Exacq built systems with redundant power supplies will emit an audible alarm in the event of a power failure. Here is how to silence the various models so you can enjoy peace and quiet while determining the cause of the failure. Product  Solution The following photos show the location of the mute button on… Continue reading Resetting the Power Supply Alarm

Are Microsoft Windows Updates Enabled on ExacqVision Systems?

By default, Microsoft’s automatic Windows updates are not enabled on ExacqVision systems. There are no known ExacqVision compatibility issues with any currently available Windows updates. However, if you decide to apply Windows updates your ExacqVision system, we suggest that you apply only the critical updates. Do not apply optional updates. NOTE: If your Windows update settings… Continue reading Are Microsoft Windows Updates Enabled on ExacqVision Systems?

exacqVision Drives Incorrectly Marked as Read Only in Ubuntu Linux

If a hard drive in an Ubuntu Linux-based exacqVision system has an error in its file system, it could be marked as read only. This could cause a failure in the process of storing recorded video. Starting with version 4.9, exacqVision detects whether a drive is read only. To determine whether a hard drive is… Continue reading exacqVision Drives Incorrectly Marked as Read Only in Ubuntu Linux

Hard Drive Power on exacqVision EL-SR and EL-IP Systems

EL-SR and EL-ip exacqVision systems were manufactured with hard-drive caddies that contain a power switch starting in October 2011. If it appears that the hard drive in an exacqVision EL-SR or EL-ip system is not functioning even though the system is powered up, look on the front of the system and determine whether a hard… Continue reading Hard Drive Power on exacqVision EL-SR and EL-IP Systems

Using Remote Desktop to Manage Windows-based ExacqVision Servers

Remote Desktop allows you to connect to your Windows-based ExacqVision server over a network connection and operate it as if you were using the system directly. This can be especially useful when you want to upgrade the server software. Using Remote Desktop across public networks or the internet introduces many of the same security concerns… Continue reading Using Remote Desktop to Manage Windows-based ExacqVision Servers

Replacing an eDVR Board on a Windows-based exacqVision System (Legacy)

The following procedures describe the process for replacing an eDVR board in a Windows-based exacqVision server. If you have an exacqVision server with multiple eDVR boards, complete both procedures; on a single-board system, you can skip directly to the second procedure. NOTE: You must be logged in to Windows as an Adminsitrator to perform these… Continue reading Replacing an eDVR Board on a Windows-based exacqVision System (Legacy)