GeoVision GV-Control Center System V2 User manual

GV-Control Center System V2
UseUser’s Manual
CCS-UM-A

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Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan
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May 2023
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Welcome to the GV-Control Center System V2 User’s Manual.
The Manual provides an overview of the GV-Control Center System V2 and its
accessories. It also includes the instructions to guide you through the installation and
use of the GV-Control Center System V2:
•Chapter 1, Introduction
Identifies the accessories and options of the GV-Control Center System V2.
•Chapter 2, Overview
Identifies the components of the GV-Control Center System V2.
•Chapter 3, Getting Started
Provides step-by-step instructions on setting up the GV-Control Center System V2.
•Chapter 4, Troubleshooting
Suggests courses of action if the GV-Control Center System V2 doesn’t seem to be
working properly.
User’s Manual for
GV-Control Center System V2

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Contents
Safety Instructions .................................................................................................. iii
Chapter 1 Introduction........................................................................................... 1
1.1 Packing List .................................................................................................1
1.2 Options ........................................................................................................1
Chapter 2 Overview ............................................................................................... 2
2.1 Front View....................................................................................................2
2.2Rear View....................................................................................................3
Chapter 3 Getting Started...................................................................................... 4
3.1 Basic Installation..........................................................................................4
3.2 Installing the Hard Drive...............................................................................5
3.3Turning on the Power.................................................................................10
3.4Windows Setup Installation........................................................................12
3.5Formatting the Hard Drive..........................................................................14
3.6 Configuring the IPAddress........................................................................18
3.7 Multi Monitors Application..........................................................................20
3.7.1 Monitor Arrangement ...............................................................................20
3.7.2 Matrix View..............................................................................................21
3.7.3 Video Wall................................................................................................22
3.8 System Restoration....................................................................................22
3.9Updating GV-Control Center System V2....................................................23
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 24

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Safety Instructions
Observe these safety instructions to help ensure against injury to yourself and damage
to the product.
⚫Read all safety and installation instructions before you operate the product.
⚫Do not operate the product in high humidity areas or expose it to water or moisture.
⚫Do not put the product in an unstable, a slanting or vibrated place.
⚫Do not block any ventilation opening.
⚫Do not install the product near any heat sources such as radiator, heat register or
other apparatus that produce heat.
⚫Operate the product using only the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
➢If you are in an area with unstable voltage, make sure to install an automatic voltage
regulator (AVR) or a UPS power supply with AVR function, to maintain a constant
voltage.
➢All damages to the power supply caused by unstable voltage are not included in the
2-year warranty service.
⚫Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. Agrounding plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
⚫Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords, as this may cause fire or electric
shock.
⚫Do not use the product when abnormality occurs, such as emitting smoke from the
product, smelling burning, being damaged by drop, invasion of foreign objects inside the
product, etc. Be always sure to remove the AC adaptor at once and contact your dealer.
⚫Do not use accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they
may cause hazards and void the warranty.
⚫Do not attempt to service the product yourself, as removing the casing may expose
you to dangerous voltage and void the warranty.

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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Packing List
The GV-Control Center System V2 package includes the following items. If any of the items
are missing or damaged, contact your dealer to arrange a replacement.
Important: Please keep the original carton and all packing materials for future shipping need.
1. GV-Control Center System V2
2. Power Cord (by region)
3. Screw Kit
4. Download Guide
5. Warranty Card
1.2 Options
Optional devices can expand your GV-Control Center System V2’s capabilities and versatility.
GV-IO Box Series
GV-IO Box series provides 4 / 8 / 16 inputs and relay outputs and
support both DC andAC output voltages, with optional support for
Ethernet module and 4E additionally supporting PoE connection.
GV-Joystick V2
GV-Joystick V2 facilitates PTZ camera control. It can be either
plugged into the GeoVision surveillance system for independent use
or connected to GV-Keyboard to empower the operation.
GV-Keyboard V3
GV-Keyboard V3 is designed to program and operate the GeoVision
surveillance system using keyboard and functional keys, and can be
connected with PTZ cameras directly for PTZ control.
Redundant Power
Supply
When 1 module of the redundant power supply is down, the other
module can still supply full power to the system.
Output: 800 W
Input: 96-264 V AC, 47-63 Hz, 12-6A
Graphics Card
With the graphics card, you can expand the monitor display with up
to 4 additional video output ports (HDMI x 1, DisplayPort x 3).

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Chapter 2 Overview
2.1 Front View
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1
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Figure 2-1
No.
Name
No.
Name
1
USB 3.0 (Type-A) x 2
4
Power LED
2
Power Button
5
HDD LED
3
Reset Button
6
LAN LED (No. 2 not functional)

Overview
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2
2.2 Rear View
1
4
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5
7
8
6
10
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2
7
8
9
5
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Figure 2-2
No.
Name
No.
Name
1
Power Connector
7
DisplayPort 1.4 x 4 (up to 4K / 60Hz)
2
Power Switch
8
HDMI 2.0 x 2 (up to 4K / 60Hz)
3
ECO Switch
9
2.5 GbE LAN x 2
4
PS/2 keyboard / mouse port
10
USB 3.2 (Type-A) x 2
5
USB 2.0 (Type-A) x 4
11
USB 3.2 (Type-C)
6
VGA
12
➢Audio Jack x 6
➢Center Speaker Out (Orange)
➢Rear Speaker Out (Black)
➢Optical S/PDIF Out
➢Line In (Blue)
➢Line Out (Green)
➢Mic In (Pink)
Note: When the ECO Switch is ON, the redundant power supply fan will be powered on
based on the temperature the system detects; when the ECO switch is OFF, the redundant
power supply fan will always be powered on no matter the circumstances.

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Chapter 3 Getting Started
3.1 Basic Installation
This section describes all the equipment required to program and operate the GV-Control
Center System V2.
1
2
4
3
Figure 3-1
1. Connect the mouse and keyboard to any of the USB ports or the PS/2 port.
2. Using the supplied power cord, connect one end to the AC input and the other end to the
power outlet.
3. Using the HDMI / DVI-D / DisplayPort / VGA cable supplied by the monitor manufacturer,
connect up to 9 monitors for simultaneous displays.
4. Using the RJ-45 cable, connect one end to the Ethernet port and the other end to Network.
Once the above hardware is properly connected, press the Power button on the front panel to
start the system. It takes about 1 minute for startup.

Getting Started
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3.2 Installing the Hard Drive
1. Unscrew the two screws on each side of the system (a total of 4 screws).
Figure 3-2
2. Pull out the motherboard tray.
Figure 3-3
3. Unscrew the set screws on the top of the hard drive bracket.
Figure 3-4

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4. Turn the knob anticlockwise on the front panel and open the front panel.
Figure 3-5
5. Turn the knob next to the fan and open the fan bracket.
Figure 3-6

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6. Push the hard drive bracket to the right to loosen the bracket from the pads, and lift up the
bracket.
Figure 3-7
7. Place the hard drive onto the hard drive bracket. Align and tighten the two screws on each
side to secure the hard drive (a total of four screws).
Figure 3-8
8. Repeat step 7 to install another hard drive onto the hard drive bracket.
9. Connect the hard drives to the motherboard using the SATA and power cables.

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10. Align the hard drive bracket with the pads at the bottom of the system case. Carefully
check if the pads all fit in the holes at the bottom of the bracket since the hard drives
installed on the bracket may block the views.
Figure 3-9
11. Push the bracket to the left to snap it back to its original position with the pads underneath,
and tighten the set screws to secure the hard drive bracket.
Figure 3-10

Getting Started
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12. Push the motherboard tray back into the system case. Align and tighten the screws on
both sides of the system.
Tips:
1. In Step 7, begin by installing a hard drive onto the bottom of the hard drive bracket.
Leave one side of the screws partially tightened to make it easier to align the second
hard drive on top.
2. In Step 9, begin by connecting the SATA and power cable to the hard drive on the
bottom of the hard drive bracket.

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3.3Turning on the Power
To turn on the power, follow these steps:
1. Turn on the monitor.
Power On
Figure 3-11
2. Make sure the Power Switch is switched ON on the rear panel, and turn on the main
power switch on the front panel.
Rear panel
Figure 3-12
Front panel
Figure 3-13

Getting Started
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GV-Control Center System V2 will run a series of self-tests, and later series of messages may
be displayed as the various hardware and software subsystems are activated.
Note: The series of self-tests will take around 20 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on the
number of installed hard drives.

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3.4Windows Setup Installation
The Windows setup is preparing your computer for first use.
1. After the Windows starts, this setup screen appears. Select your language and click Next
to continue.
Figure 3-14
2. Select your regional settings and time zone and click Next to continue.
Figure 3-15
3. Click Accept to accept Microsoft software license terms.

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4. Select between “Customize” and “Use Express settings” for your Windows 10 installation.
5. Type your account name. It is recommended that you create a password for your account
and click Next.
Figure 3-16
6. When the above setup process is complete, Windows will finalize your settings
automatically in the background and restart.
IMPORTANT: In case of any problems causing you unable to access Windows operating
system, it is highly recommended to back up the OS before you start any settings or
operations. For details, see 3.8 System Restoration.

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3.5Formatting the Hard Drive
Be sure to install each of your hard drives separately for formatting. Do not install and format
more than one hard drive at a time.
To format a hard disk, follow the steps below:
1. Right-click the Computer icon on your desktop, select Manage, and select Disk
Management when the Computer Management window appears.
2. On the main page of Disk Management, the Initialize Disk dialog box appears for the new
drive. Click the created disk and select a partition style.
Figure 3-17
3. Click OK. The created disk is successfully initialized.
4. On the main page of Disk Management, right-click in the unallocated space of a new drive
and select New Simple Volume.
Figure 3-18

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5. The New Simple Volume Wizard appears. Click Next to continue.
Figure 3-19
6. The default partition size is the same as the maximum disk space. Make changes if
necessary. Click Next to continue.
Figure 3-20