GeoVision 89-SNVR004-B10U User manual

Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
GV-SNVR System
GV-SNVR System
The Vision of Security
Thank you for purchasing GV-SNVR. This guide is designed to assist the new user in getting
immediate results from the GV-SNVR. For advanced information on how to use the GV-SNVR, please
refer to GV-SNVR User's Manual (GV-Desktop < Program button < User Manual).
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are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
October 2014

Contents
1. Introduction.........................................................................................................2
1.1 Packing List ..............................................................................................................2
1.1.1 GV-SNVR Package .................................................................................................... 2
1.1.2 Bundled Package for GV-SNVR0400F....................................................................... 3
1.2 Compatible Devices and System Requirements ......................................................4
1.2.1 Supported GV-IP Cameras......................................................................................... 4
1.2.2 System Requirements ................................................................................................ 4
1.3 Options ..................................................................................................................... 5
2. Overview..............................................................................................................6
2.1 Front View ................................................................................................................ 6
2.1.1 GV-SNVR0400F ......................................................................................................... 6
2.1.2 GV-SNVR1600............................................................................................................ 7
2.2 Rear View .................................................................................................................8
2.2.1 GV-SNVR0400F ......................................................................................................... 8
2.2.2 GV-SNVR1600............................................................................................................ 9
3. Installing the Hard Drive...................................................................................10
3.1 GV-SNVR0400F.....................................................................................................10
3.2 GV-SNVR1600 ....................................................................................................... 12
4. Installing GV-SNVR ...........................................................................................14
4.1 Network Connection for GV-SNVR1600................................................................. 15
5. Connecting to GV-IP Cameras .........................................................................16
6. Formatting the Hard Drive................................................................................18
7. Main Screen.......................................................................................................20
7.1 Enabling the Recording .......................................................................................... 21
7.2 Playing Back Video ................................................................................................21
7.3 Live Monitoring ....................................................................................................... 21
8. Remotely Accessing Live View........................................................................22
9. Upgrading Firmware.........................................................................................23
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1. Introduction
1.1 Packing List
You can choose to purchase a GV-SNVR package or a bundled package which includes 4
GV-Target IP Camera of your choice and a GV-PoE switch.
1.1.1 GV-SNVR Package
GV-SNVR0400F
1. GV-SNVR0400F
2. AC power cord
3. AC/DC adapter
(DC 19V, 3.42A, 65 W)
4. Screw x 6 (for HDD)
5. SATA cable
GV-SNVR1600
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1. GV-SNVR1600
2. AC power cord
3. SATA cable x 4
4. HDD Mounting Bracket Kit (4 pairs and 32 screws included)
5. Rack Mount Kit (2 L-shaped brackets and 6 screws included)

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1.1.2 Bundled Package for GV-SNVR0400F
1. GV-SNVR0400F Package x 1
2. Target IP Camera x 4
3. GV-POE0400 x 1
Note: For the Target IP Camera, select any 4 models from GV-EBL1100 / 2100,
GV-EBX1100 / 2100, GV-EDR1100 / 2100, GV-EFD1100 / 2100. For more information,
contact our sales representatives.

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1.2 Compatible Devices and System Requirements
1.2.1 Supported GV-IP Cameras
The GV-SNVR is compatible with the following GV-IP Cameras:
˙ GV-Target Series IP Camera (Firmware V1.0 or later)
˙ GV-SD220/220-S (Firmware V1.02 or later)
˙ All the other GV-IP Cameras (Firmware V2.11 or later) EXCEPT the models below:
GV-BX110
GV-BL110
GV-Fisheye IP Camera
GV-MFD110
GV-PT110
GV-PTZ010D
GV-SD010/200/200-S
IMPORTANT:
1. The GV-SNVR supports the recording frame rate of up to 30 fps only.
2. The GV-SNVR supports the recording bandwidth of up to 50 /100 Mbps only for
GV-SNVR0400F / GV-SNVR1600 respectively.
1.2.2 System Requirements
Recommended Hard Disks
GV-SNVR0400F supports 1 SATA HDD (3.5”) with up to 4 TB capacities, and GV-SNVR1600
supports 4 SATA HDD (3.5”) with total up to 16 TB capacities. For system efficiency, it is
recommended to use the enterprise-level hard disk drives instead of desktop-level or green
HDD. For tested hard disk drives, see Appendix in GV-SNVR User’s Manual.
Note: The GV-SNVR does not support the 2.5” SATA HDD.
Supported Web Browsers
1. Internet Explorer 8 or later
2. Google Chrome 33.0 or later
3. Mozilla Firefox 28.0 or later

1.3 Options
Optional devices can expand your GV-SNVR’s capabilities and versatility. Contact your dealer
for more information.
Options Description
GV-Joystick V2
The GV-Joystick V2 facilitates the PTZ camera control. It
can be plugged into the GV-SNVR for independent use to
empower the operation of PTZ cameras.
GV-POE Switch
The GV-POE Switch is designed to provide power along with
network connection for IP devices. The GV-POE Switch is
available in various models with different numbers and types
of ports.
Slide Rail Kit (for
GV-SNVR1600 only)
The Slide Rail Kit is used to mount a rail for the
GV-SNVR1600 in a 19” cabinet.
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2. Overview
2.1 Front View
2.1.1 GV-SNVR0400F
No. Name Function
1 USB 2.0 Port Connects to keyboard, mouse, storage device or GV-Joystick V2.
2 Audio In Not functional.
3 Audio Out Not functional.
4 Power LED Shows constant blue when the power is supplied for the device.
5 HDD Error LED
Shows constant red when the following situations occur:
˙ No hard drive is installed.
˙ The hard drive is not formatted.
˙ The hard drive fails.
6 Power Button Turns on/off the power.
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2.1.2 GV-SNVR1600
No. Name Function
1 Power Button Turns on/off the power.
2 Power LED Shows constant blue when the power is supplied for the device.
3 HDD Status LED Glows blue when the hard drive is writing or reading data.
4 HDD Error LED
Shows constant red when the following situations occur:
˙ No hard drive is installed.
˙ The hard drive is not formatted.
˙ The hard drive fails.
5 WAN LED Shows constant blue when the WAN port is receiving activity.
6 LAN LED Shows constant blue when the LAN port is receiving activity.
7 USB 2.0 Port Connects to keyboard, mouse, storage device or GV-Joystick V2.

2.2 Rear View
2.2.1 GV-SNVR0400F
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No. Name Function
1 Gigabit Ethernet Port Connects to the network.
2 HDMI Output Connects to the HD TV.
3 USB 2.0 Port Connects to keyboard, mouse, storage device or GV-Joystick
V2.
4 Default Button Restores the device to default settings. Press the button for 15
seconds to load default.
5 Power Input Connects to power supply.
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2.2.2 GV-SNVR1600
No. Name Function
1 Audio Microphone In Port Not functional.
2 VGA Monitor Output Connects to the VGA monitor.
3 HDMI Port Connects to the HD TV.
4 USB 2.0 Port x 4 Connects to keyboard, mouse, storage device or
GV-Joystick V2.
5 Power Input Connects to power supply.
6 Gigabit Ethernet Port
(LAN) Connects to the network.
7 Gigabit Ethernet Port
(WAN) Connects to the network.
8 Audio Line Out Port Connects to the speaker.
9 Audio Line Out Port Connects to the headphone.
Note: When the two Ethernet ports (No. 6 and 7) are used together, one is LAN port and the
other is WAN port.

3. Installing the Hard Drive
The GV-SNVR uses SATA hard drive for video data storage. Before recording, be sure to
install the hard drive.
3.1 GV-SNVR0400F
Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to the GV-SNVR0400F.
1. Unscrew the two screws on the rear panel and remove the cover.
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2. Unscrew the drive drawer and take it out from the device.

3. Place the hard drive in the drive drawer as below by aligning the three holes.
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4. Secure the hard drive with the drive drawer using the supplied 6 screws (3 screws on each
side).
5. Connect the SATA Power Cable and Data Cable to the hard drive.
6. Put the drive drawer back in the device and secure the two screws on the drive drawer.
Refer to Step 2.
7. Assemble the cover with the device by tightening the screws on rear panel. Refer to
Step 1.
The hard drive is now ready to use.
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3.2 GV-SNVR1600
Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to the GV-SNVR1600.
1. Loosen the 6 screws and remove the cover.
2. Assemble the mounting brackets with the hard drive and tighten the screws on both sides.
Note: Each mounting bracket is labeled Lor Rfor recognition. Align the mounting bracket
with the holes on the hard drive and make sure it is secured to the correct side.
3. Align the mounting bracket with the holes inside the unit.
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4. Tighten the 4 screws on the side of the hard drive.
5. Connect the SATA Power Cable and Data Cable to the hard drive.
6. To install more HDDs, repeat the steps above.
7. Place the cover back and tighten the screws.
The hard drive is now ready for use.
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4. Installing GV-SNVR
Follow the steps below to connect the GV-SNVR.
1. Connect the GV-SNVR to power.
2. Connect the GV-SNVR to the LAN port using the RJ-45 cable.
3. For GV-SNVR1600, connect speakers to the Audio Line Out port.
4. Connect the HDTV to HDMI connector for video output. For GV-SNVR1600, optionally
connect the VGA monitor to the D-Sub connector for dual-monitor display.
5. Connect the mouse and the keyboard to the USB ports.
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Press the power button to turn on the GV-SNVR.

Note:
1. The GV-SNVR is DHCP enabled. When it is connected to the network, it will be
automatically assinged an IP address.
2. For GV-SNVR1600, the monitor used for VGA output must be capable of having a
screen resolution of 1080p.
4.1 Network Connection for GV-SNVR1600
There are two network ports, LAN and WAN, for the GV-SNVR1600. If both network ports are
used simultaneously, only the WAN port can be connected to the Internet. Therefore, it is
recommended to connect the devices as below.
GV-SNVR1600
Internet
LAN
GV-IP Cameras WAN
1. Connect GV-IP Cameras to the GV-SNVR1600 through the LAN port.
2. Connect GV-SNVR1600 to the Internet through the WAN port.
Note: When the LAN and WAN ports are used together, the Auto Search function is only
supported by the LAN port. To connect to GV-IP Cameras under the WAN, you can add the
cameras manually.
IMPORTANT: It is required to divide LAN and WAN networks into different subnets or
segments; otherwise, your network will fail. For details, see 3.3 Network in GV-SNVR User’s
Manual.
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5. Connecting to GV-IP Cameras
After you have installed the IP cameras under the same LAN with the GV-SNVR, you are
ready to display the channels on GV-SNVR. To automatically setting up GV-IP Cameras, see
the section below. To manually add GV-IP Cameras, see 2.3.2 Manually Connecting GV-IP
Camera in GV-SNVR User’s Manual.
1. Power on the GV-SNVR. It automatically searches and lists the IP cameras under the
same LAN.
2. You are prompted with a dialog box asking if you want to automatically assign IP address.
The automatic assignment will only apply on the cameras with IP address 192.168.0.10.
3. Click Apply. The GV-SNVR assigns unused IP addresses to the cameras in an
ascending numerical order and enables the connection.
Upon successful connection, the status displays “Connected”. When you close the Camera
page, you can access the live view.
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IMPORTANT:
1. By default, GV-IP Cameras have the IP address 192.168.0.10. The GV-SNVR will
automatically assign unused IP addresses to these cameras to avoid IP address
conflict with others under the same LAN.
2. The GV-SNVR connects with IP cameras with the default ID and password admin. If
you fail to log in the IP camera, click the Edit icon and type the correct ID and
password for connection.
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6. Formatting the Hard Drive
After installing the hard drive to GV-SNVR, you need to format the hard drive before enabling
the monitoring.
1. On the main screen, click the Setting button.
2. Select Storage.
3. Click Format. This dialog box appears.
4. Click Execute to format the hard drive.
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