LuxRiot Blog

The information applies to:

• LuxRiot 1.6.x up to 1.6.12

Summary

An updated version of LuxRiot DVR Removable Media Archive Viewer introduces the following features:

• an option to export video archive into Advanced Systems Format/Windows Media Video .WMV files
• an option to save current video frame into JPEG or BMP file using built-in media file viewer (supports both AVI and ASF/WMV files)
• an option to manually specify/add data directories using GUI to pick archive backups made to disk drives, external disk drives, flash drives etc.

Description

An updated version of LuxRiot DVR Removable Media Archive Viewer adds new features mentioned above. Update instructions are provided below in the bottom of the post.

Archive export wizard introduces a new export type: export into ASF (Advanced Systems Format) File and creates a Windows Media File .WMV using Windows Media Encoder subsystem:

The advantage of WMV files is that video is encoded using Windows Media video codec which is widely available on systems without LuxRiot DVR or special codec software installed.

When a media file is opened using built-in media file viewer, an updated version of software offers menu choices Copy Current Frame to Clipboard and Save Current Frame As to extract current video frame from the video file and transfer picture into another applciation through file or clipboard.

The mentioned above features will also be available in regular LuxRiot DVR Client with next release of LuxRiot DVR.

Additionally, the updated versions allows manual configuration of data directories as opposed to fixed default list of directories in previous versions of software. Using Menu File it is possible to add a directory with a backup files of LuxRiot DVR and/or copy of the live video archive directory.

Note that it is impossible to add live recording directory, in case of attempt to the application would show an error message. In order to access live archive data using LuxRiot DVR Removable Media Archive Viewer application it is required to stop LuxRiot DVR Server and rename the directory of interest *:\LuxRiot\Archive Files (note that the user has to have respective Windows privileges to perform this action), after which it will be addable to the diectory list of LuxRiot DVR Removable Media Archive Viewer.

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A new release of LuxRiot is available for download.

Download links

• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.12/10151/LuxRiot-1.6.12.exe // Regular version, use unless instructed otherwise
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.12/10151/LuxRiot-1.6.12-Client.exe // Client side only
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.12/10151/LuxRiot-1.6.12-t.exe // Extended debug tracing
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.12/10151/LuxRiotCodecs-1.6.12.exe // Codecs only

What’s new in this release?

• Fixed: Product Activation Wizard used by non-administrator fails to activate LuxRiot DVR via Internet
• Fixed: FTP export fails if target file name contains special characters
• Fixed: Coloring issues with Arecont Vision AV8180, AV8360 cameras
• Fixed: Archive window is not accessible under exclusive mode
• Updated: Improved auto-detection of StarDot hardware, firmware and configuration for more reliable and stable operation and dynamic detection of supported video resolutions
• Updated: Improved support for Aviosys hardware and added support for new Aviosys models
• New: Added support for Rimax network cameras
• Fixed: Worked around problem with Arecont Vision 8xxx series hardware/SDK
• Updated: Improved auto-detection of Vivotek hardware, firmware and configuration for more reliable and stable operation
• Fixed: Periodic loss of connection with in M-JPEG video streaming from Vivotek 6xxx series hardware
• Updated: Added support for new Vivotek models: SD7151, FD7132, IZ7151, IP7251, IP7142, PZ7151, PZ7152
• Fixed: Distortion in movement areas with RTP over UDP video (MPEG-4, e.g. from ACTi hardware)
• Fixed: Resolved software incompatibility issue with ffdshow video decoder putting LuxRiot applications onto black list
• Fixed: minor cosmetic changes and other updates

See changle log for more information on latest updates.

A new release of LuxRiot is available for download.

Download links

• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.11/9467/LuxRiot-1.6.11.exe // Regular version, use unless instructed otherwise
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.11/9467/LuxRiot-1.6.11-Client.exe // Client side only
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.11/9467/LuxRiot-1.6.11-t.exe // Extended debug tracing
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.11/9467/LuxRiotCodecs-1.6.11.exe // Codecs only

What’s new in this release?

• New: LuxRiot DVR Client Away Mode to save network bandwidth and server load while client side is idle
• Fixed: Arecont Vision AV3130 camera does not show full resolution video in night mode
• Fixed: Product Activation Wizard used by non-administrator fails to activate LuxRiot DVR via Internet
• Updated: Support for Vivotek VS3102 video server video and PTZ control
• Fixed: Accurate video archive and exported footage timestamp when crossing daylight saving time (DST) change
• New: Added implementation for Pixord P-405, P-405M, P-410, P-411, P-412 hardware
• Updated: Improved support for StarDot hardware, including high performance native non-HTTP M-JPEG streaming protocol
• Fixed: LuxRiot DVR Client might stop showing video from certain camera while feed footer is still being updated with timestamps
• Updated: Added support for automatic zoom and iris operations for Axis cameras
• New: Added AVI export feature to Standalone LuxRiot DVR Archive Viewer
• New: Added implementation for LinkSys PVC-2300 and WVC-2300 hardware
• Updated: Improved support for Lumenera hardware to deliver more frams per second
• Fixed: Actively used Video Transfer feature does not lock LuxRiot DVR Server exhausting virtual address capacity
• Updated: Added support for AirLink101 AICP310 hardware
• New: Support for greater number of MPEG-4 network camera and video server models
• Updated: Improved Archive Backup Wizard for faster operation and support of multiple CD/DVD burning options: IMAPI Version 1 (CD only, Windows XP), IMAPI Version 2 (CD and DVD, Windows XP and Server 2003 with additional installation or Windows Vista and Server 2008), Nero versions 6 and 7
• Updated: Improved support for PTZ control for TrendNET TV-IP400 and TV-IP400W models
• Fixed: minor cosmetic changes and other updates

See changle log for more information on latest updates.

A beta version of LuxRiot is available for download.

NOTE: This is a beta version of LuxRiot DVR software published as a preview and intended to ensure compatibility with other software and hardware and as a preview of updated functionality.

Download links

• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.9/8335/LuxRiot-1.6.9.exe

What’s new in this release?

• New: AVI/JPEG export wizard and exported video frame subtitles are also available from standalone archive viewer application
• New: Support for several ProVideo MPEG-4 camera models
• Updated: LuxRiot DVR Server warns on unsupported operating system
• New: Added support for StarDot Express 6 video server (including fast non-HTTP M-JPEG video streaming)
• Fixed: LuxRiot DVR Server may partially deadlock on client application activation of a camera
• Updated: RTSP client implementation to better conform specification
• New: Support for several Panasonic MPEG-4 camera models
• Updated: Support for auto zoom and auto iris for Axis cameras
• Fixed: LuxRiot DVR Client may stop showing video from camera while still update video footer with video feed details
• New: Support for several Aviosys MPEG-4 camera models
• Updated: Better handling recording errors to avoid excessive processing and possible freeze of LuxRiot DVR Server
• Fixed: After daylight saving time (DST) switch LuxRiot DVR Client application might show incorrect date/time for footage recorded before DST switch
• Updated: Added PTZF control for Vivotek VS3102 video server
• New: Support for several Pixord MPEG-4 camera models (warning: support depends on firmware version)
• Updated: Added new shortcuts to LuxRiot DVR Server system tray icon menu
• Fixed: LuxRiot might show unexpectedly low video frame rates with Toshiba IK-WB15A and IK-WB21A camera models
• Fixed: Unstable DVR operation with Comart XeCap capture boards
• Updated: Better support for ACTi MPEG-4 camera models
• New: LuxRiot DVR Client “Away Mode” to save network bandwidth while client application is inactive
• New: LuxRiot DVR Client may be configured to prevent system from going into screen saver mode (which sometimes causes DirectShow errors - depending on video adapter)
• Updated: Improved support for Toshiba IK-WR01A camera
• New: MPEG-4 support introduced by LuxRiot 1.6.8 BETA
• Fixed: Arecont network cameras might unexpectedly lose their settings on server restart
• Fixed: CD/DVD recording issues in LuxRiot DVR Server Archive Backup Wizard
• New: LuxRiot DVR Video Widget
• Updated: Support for Vivotek VS7100 video server PTZ control
• Fixed: Change of video subtitle properties is ignored and causes access violation problem inside LuxRiot DVR Client
• New: Support for Vivotek VS7100 video server
• Fixed: Disabled motion detection may leave last detected motion persistent for the following video frames
• New: Support for Vivotek IP51×2, IP51×4, D-Link DCS-3220, DCS-3220G MPEG-4 devices in slow compatiblity mode (using JPEG format)
• Fixed: LuxRiot DVR Server might unexpectedly invalidate correct license key
• Fixed: Proper handling presets with Axis 233D camera
• Fixed: LuxRiot DVR Server might excessively load operating system while recording to video archive
• Fixed: Arecont network cameras configured with LuxRiot DVR might stop or fail with error 0×81060016

Known Problems

While being installed, setup can show the following error message attempting to install one of the dependency files:

The error may be safely ignored to allow setup to complete installation.

See changle log for more information on latest updates.

The information applies to:

• LuxRiot 1.6.6 and LuxRiot 1.6.8

Summary

LuxRiot 1.6.6/1.6.8 update implements support for video streaming from the following StarDot devices:

• NetCam XL (including 1MP, 3MP) cameras
• NetCam SC5 camera
• Express 6 Video Server

Description

An update of one of the LuxRiot modules is required on both LuxRiot server and client machines. Please follow update instructions below:

1. Download archive DVRServerNetworkCameras-1.6.9.6862.zip
2. Stop all LuxRiot applications
3. Open LuxRiot installation directory, typically C:\Program Files\LuxRiot Digital Video Recorder
4. Optional, but recommended: Backup file DVRServerNetworkCameras.dll by renaming to e.g. DVRServerNetworkCameras.01.dll
5. Extract new DVRServerNetworkCameras.dll from downloaded archive in place of the renamed file
6. Start LuxRiot applications

The update will be included into the next release of LuxRiot.

A beta version of LuxRiot is available for download.

NOTE: This is a beta version of LuxRiot DVR software published as a preview and intended to ensure compatibility with other software and hardware and as a preview of updated functionality.

Download links

• http://luxriot.com/downloads/luxriot/1.6.8/6806/LuxRiot-1.6.8-t.exe

What’s new in this release?

This update introduces support for MPEG-4 cameras in LuxRiot DVR. Supported are certain models of cameras by: 4XEM, ACTi, CBC, D-Link, DynaColor, FlexWATCH, Infinova, Level One, Linksys, Pixord, Vivotek. There is also support for generic RTSP (RFC 2326) compatible cameras.

To add a MPEG-4 camera to LuxRiot DVR please use Media Source item in the Camera Setup Wizard:

To configure camera properties start with selecting vendor and model and press Apply to show additional model-dependent property pages:

Please send us your feedback on problem, performance, compatibility or other issues. If you would like an unlisted model to be supported, please also let us know.

A new release of LuxRiot is available for download.

Download links

• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiot-1.6.6.exe // Regular version, use unless instructed otherwise
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiot-1.6.6-Client.exe // Client side only
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiot-1.6.6-t.exe // Extended debug tracing
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiotCodecs-1.6.6.exe // Codecs only

What’s new in this release?

• New: Utilization of Arecont cameras built-in motion detection (faster data processing without CPU load for software analysis; avoid video compression effect on motion detection)
• New: Camera Layout Mapping and Google Mapsâ„¢ integration
• New: Added support for Arecont cameras moonlight mode
• Fixed: Software motion detector could indicate wrong motion area (typically shifted to the right with high resolution video)
• Fixed: Server list of cameras might not get updated until server restart when new camera was added or removed
• Fixed: Server watchdog might fail to re-restart server under worse system performance conditions
• Fixed: Improved operation of Toshiba IK-WB15A, IK-WB21A camera models, especially when running under admin/root account
• Updated: Memory and speed optimizations, especially for top load servers (60 and more cameras per server)
• Fixed: Video for Windows (ICM interface) codecs might appear unavailable for third party software (such as for example VirtualDub)
• Fixed: Vivotek 6000 series cameras might be unavailable in case of simultaneous concurrent connections to the camera
• Fixed: Log files could grow uncontrollably until truncated on application/service restart
• Updated: Added user name and password autorization on remote network shares used to store archive data (such as NAS)
• New: Added implementation for several TRENDnet and AirLink 101 camera models
• Fixed: LuxRiot DVR Client would not open shortcut with saved configuration
• New: Support for multiple client application instances through /InstanceNumber command line switch
• Fixed: Very high resolution video (5 megapixels e.g. Arecont Vision 5100 and higher) is downsampled before rendering on the screen to avoid problems with a wide variety of video adapters incapable to process high resolutions properly
• New: An option to resample/recompress video exported to external file or uploaded via FTP
• Fixed: PTZ preset management on Axis cameras (various models) with new firmware versions
• Fixed: Arecont camera brightness adjustment settings might get lost with server restart
• Fixed: Arecont camera might unexpectedly stop sending video with an error code 0×81060016 (Insufficient data buffers) logged into system event log, especially when DVR server’s CPU load is high
• Fixed: A workaround for a DirectX failure to show video on a secondary monitor (in DirectX rendering modes)
• Fixed: minor cosmetic changes and other updates

See changle log for more information on latest updates.

A new release of LuxRiot is available for download.

Download links

• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiot-1.6.2.exe // Regular version, use unless instructed otherwise
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiot-1.6.2-Client.exe // Client side only
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiot-1.6.2-t.exe // Extended debug tracing
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiotCodecs-1.6.2.exe // Codecs only

What’s new in this release?

• New: LuxRiot rebuilt to use native Windows Unicode API (as opposed to ANSI API used in prior versions). LuxRiot DVR Client and LuxRiot DVR Web Client used on Microsoft Windows 95/98/Me systems may require Microsoft Layer for Unicode additionally installed
• Fixed: Video streaming issues with Vivtek 6xxx series cameras
• New: More Axis cameras supported: 207W, 207MW, 209FD-R, 210A, 216FD-V, 211A, 223M, 231D+, 232D+, 233D
• Fixed: An attempt to obtain server archive statistics through remote connection causes disconnection from server
• Updated: Full resolution mode support for Arecont 8360 camera
• Updated: Network search wizard allows to specify network adapters to use when scanning for available cameras
• Updated: Network search wizard auto-detects Axis, Vivotek and some Sony camera models
• Fixed: minor cosmetic changes and other updates

See changle log for more information on latest updates.

A new release of LuxRiot is available for download.

Download links

• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiot-1.6.1.exe // Regular version, use unless instructed otherwise
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiot-1.6.1-Client.exe // Client side only
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiot-1.6.1-t.exe // Extended debug tracing
• http://luxriot.com/downloads/LuxRiotCodecs-1.6.1.exe // Codecs only

What’s new in this release?

• New: Network cameras are configurable to have per-camera maximal frame rate (interfame delay, pause between frames) in JPEG mode
• Updated: Archive time line tool tip shows current recording frame rate
• Updated: Better utilization of network to deliver more video frames through remote connections
• Updated: Motion controlled recording received an option to constrain frame rate
• Updated: Ring buffer recording slightly optimized to consume less processing resources
• Fixed: There might be an unexpected error while exporting from video archive to AVI (stating that video format changed and export cannot proceed)
• Fixed: Remote LuxRiot DVR client might suffer unreasonably low video frame rates
• Fixed: LuxRiot DVR Client under Terminal Services could fail to show video from local server
• Updated: Vivotek 6000 series models M-JPEG video streaming greatly improved
• New: Support for Vivotek 7000 series camera models (IP7131, IP7132, IP7135, IP7137, IP7138, IP7139, PT7135, PT7137)
• Updated: Resolved Windows Vista compatibility issues
• Updated: Improved compatibility with terminal services subsystem to have LuxRiot DVR Server and Client applications running under different OS sessions
• Fixed: Motion detection could trigger persistent false motion areas cleared only with server restart
• Fixed: Video on remote client applications might suddenly stop without a reason under rare conditions
• Fixed: Client application might fall into infinite cycle connecting and immediately disconnecting from server
• New: Camera-side video crop for Arecont cameras
• Fixed: minor cosmetic changes and other updates

See changle log for more information on latest updates.