Connect Genetec Security Center to KODE OS for camera data integration
Overview
Use this integration to connect Genetec Security Center to KODE OS. You can discover cameras and security devices, then collect sensor and non-sensor video and security data for centralized visibility.Supported Capabilities
- Discover Devices & Points
- Collect Sensor Data
- Collect Non-Sensor Data
Prerequisites
- An active account with Genetec Security Center and access to their API or developer portal
- API key or token from the Genetec Security Center platform
- KODE OS environment with access to Data Sources
Vendor Onboarding References
Use these official vendor resources to verify API access, credentials, and permission prerequisites:Generate API Credentials
- Log in to the Genetec Security Center platform or admin console
- Navigate to the API settings, developer section, or account settings
- Generate a new API key or token
- Copy the key and store it securely — you will need it when configuring the connector in KODE OS
Configure Connector in KODE OS
- Navigate to Data Sources in your building
- Click API Catalog and search for Genetec Security Center
- Click + Add Datasource
- Fill in the fields below and complete the three-page setup flow
Discover Devices and Points
After configuring the connector, click Discover on the connector detail page. KODE OS will query the Genetec Security Center system and return a list of available devices and their data points. Review the discovered items and select the devices you want to register in KODE OS. For more details on the discovery process, see the Discovery guide.Devices and Points
When you discover devices from Genetec Security Center, KODE OS maps them to the following device types and data points:IO Reader / Controller
Canonical Type:IOREADER
What Data You Get
Point History
Time-series readings including runningState, online, locked, open, collected at regular intervals from connected devicesSecurity Alarms
Genetec security system alarms including intrusion alerts, door forced events, and camera triggersEvent Logs
System and security event records with timestamps, event types, and associated devices KODE OS maps Genetec Security Center data to these standard fields:Polling Schedule
- Point History — Default polling: 5 minutes (min: 5 minutes, max: 1 hours)
- GenetecAlarms — Default polling: 3 hours (min: 3 hours, max: 1 days)
- EventLog — Default polling: 1 hours (min: 1 hours, max: 1 days)
Use Cases
Once connected, this integration enables you to:- Integrate video surveillance feeds into the building operations dashboard
- Correlate camera events with access control and alarm data for incident review
- Monitor high-traffic areas and verify occupancy data against video feeds
Troubleshooting
Authentication or connection error
Authentication or connection error
Verify that the credentials are correct and have not expired. Check that the URL is reachable from the KODE OS environment. Ensure the API key or token is valid and has not been revoked or expired in the Genetec Security Center platform.
Discovery returns no devices
Discovery returns no devices
Verify the connector credentials have sufficient permissions in the Genetec Security Center system to list devices. Run a test connection first to confirm connectivity. Some systems require specific API scopes or roles for device enumeration.
Data collection stops or gaps appear
Data collection stops or gaps appear
Check the connector status on the Data Sources page. If the status shows an error, review the error logs on the connector detail page. Common causes include expired credentials, network changes, or rate limiting by the Genetec Security Center API.