About
JVSG IP Video System Design Tool is a professional-grade desktop application for security system designers, integrators, and consultants who need to plan, visualize, and document IP-based CCTV and video surveillance systems. Offering CAD-like functionality without the steep learning curve, it enables users to work with imported floor plans (JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF, AutoCAD DWG) and build accurate 2D and 3D camera coverage models directly on site plans. The tool automatically visualizes DORI (Detection, Observation, Recognition, and Identification) zones per IEC/EN 62676-4:2015 and 2025 standards, ensuring designs meet international compliance requirements. A vendor-agnostic database of over 21,800 camera models with pre-configured parameters allows instant camera swaps and rapid configuration of lens focal lengths and pixel densities. Built-in calculators cover bandwidth, storage, cable length, UPS sizing, and field of view, enabling engineers to properly size the entire infrastructure. A 3D view simulation and DVR view preview let designers show clients exactly what cameras will capture post-installation, reducing callbacks and change orders. Export options include PDF, DOC, XLS, and DWG/DXF formats (Pro/Expert versions) for professional proposals and work orders. The software operates entirely offline with zero cloud connectivity or data tracking, making it ideal for sensitive security projects. Available in standard, Pro, and Expert tiers, it supports 3D model imports from SketchUp 3D Warehouse and Collada/OBJ formats in higher tiers.
Key Features
- 3D Site Design & DVR Simulation: Build realistic 3D camera coverage models on imported floor plans, with a DVR view simulation to preview exactly what each camera will capture once installed.
- DORI Zone Visualization: Automatically display Detection, Observation, Recognition, and Identification zones per IEC/EN 62676-4:2015 and 2025 standards for fully compliant designs.
- 21,800+ Vendor-Agnostic Camera Database: Access pre-configured parameters for over 21,800 camera models from multiple vendors, with instant camera swap functionality to accelerate the design process.
- Integrated Calculators: Built-in tools for bandwidth, storage, cable length, UPS, lens focal length, and pixel density calculations to size and validate the entire surveillance infrastructure.
- Multi-Format Import & Export: Import floor plans from JPEG, PNG, PDF, TIFF, and AutoCAD DWG; export completed designs to PDF, DOC, XLS, and DWG/DXF for professional proposals and work orders.
Use Cases
- Security system designers planning IP camera placements for commercial buildings, campuses, or critical infrastructure using accurate 3D site models.
- Security integrators generating professional client proposals with detailed camera coverage visualizations, DORI zone maps, and multi-format exports.
- Compliance teams verifying that camera configurations meet IEC/EN 62676-4 pixel density standards before system installation.
- Network and infrastructure engineers estimating bandwidth and storage requirements for large-scale video surveillance deployments.
- Security consultants conducting site surveys and producing precise cable path plans, lens calculations, and cost-estimate documentation for project bids.
Pros
- Fully Offline & Secure: Operates with zero internet connectivity, cloud access, or data tracking — ideal for sensitive security projects where data must stay within your infrastructure.
- Comprehensive Camera Database: 21,800+ pre-configured camera models eliminate manual parameter entry and enable rapid, accurate designs across virtually any vendor ecosystem.
- Standards Compliance Built In: IEC/EN 62676-4 DORI zone support is embedded directly in the design workflow, reducing the burden of manual compliance verification.
- Professional Proposal Exports: Multiple export formats (PDF, DOC, XLS, DWG/DXF) make it easy to deliver polished, client-ready documentation and reduce post-installation disputes.
Cons
- Windows-Only Native Support: The desktop application is built exclusively for Windows; Mac users require third-party compatibility solutions with no native macOS version available.
- No Cloud Collaboration: The fully offline architecture prevents real-time team collaboration or cross-device access, which can limit multi-person project workflows.
- Advanced Features Require Pro/Expert Tier: AutoCAD DWG import/export and custom 3D model imports from SketchUp or Collada/OBJ sources are locked behind paid upgrade tiers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Windows versions does JVSG IP Video System Design Tool support?
The software supports Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7 SP1. Mac OS users can run it via compatibility layers, but there is no native macOS build.
Does the software require an internet connection to operate?
No. The tool works fully offline with no internet access required. All designs, camera data, and project files remain within your local infrastructure with zero external data transfer or cloud syncing.
What are the differences between the standard, Pro, and Expert versions?
Pro and Expert versions unlock additional capabilities including AutoCAD DWG import/export for floor plans and the ability to import custom 3D models from SketchUp 3D Warehouse, Collada, or OBJ formats. The standard version covers core design and calculation features.
Which surveillance standards does the DORI zone feature comply with?
The DORI zone visualization is based on IEC/EN 62676-4:2015 and the updated IEC/EN 62676-4:2025 (OODPCVS) standards, as well as DHS pixel density recommendations for detection, observation, recognition, and identification zones.
How many camera models are included in the built-in database?
The software ships with a vendor-agnostic database of over 21,800 camera models, all pre-configured with lens and sensor parameters to speed up design work and enable instant camera swaps within a project.
