GeoVision GV-IPCAM User manual

User's Manual
GV-IPCam H.264
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GeoVision, Inc.
9F, No. 246, Sec. 1, Neihu Rd.,
Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan
Tel: [phone]
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Trademarks used in this manual: GeoVision, the GeoVision logo and GV
series products are trademarks of GeoVision, Inc. Windows and Windows
XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
January 2013

I
Safety Notice
FCC Compliance for GV-CBW120/220
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of
the device.
UL Certification for GV-MFD120/130/220/320/520
The GV-IPCAM H.264 uses a 3.0V CR2032 Lithium battery as the
power supply for its internal real-time clock (RTC). The battery should
not be replaced unless required!
If the battery does need replacing, please observe the following:
•Danger of Explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced
•Replace only with the same or equivalent battery, as
recommended by the manufacturer
•Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions

II
Preface
Welcome to the GV-IPCAM H.264 User’s Manual.
The GV-IPCAM H.264 has a series of models designed to meet different
needs. This Manual is designed for the following models and firmware
versions:
Note:
1. GV-IPCam H.264 with 128 MB flash memory is only supported in
V1.09 or later. To look up your camera’s flash memory, see
Appendix I Supported Firmware for Flash Memory.
2. To upgrade your camera to firmware V1.09 or later, it is required
to use GV IP Device Utility V8.5.3.0 or later.
Model Model Number Firmware
Version
GV-BX120D Varifocal Lens
GV-BX130D-0 Varifocal Lens
GV-BX130D-1 Fixed Lens
GV-BX140DW
GV-BX220D-2
GV-BX220D-3
GV-BX320D-0
GV-BX320D-1
Box Camera
GV-BX520D-0
Varifocal Lens
V2.01

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Model Model Number Firmware
Version
GV-BX1200-0F ~ 2F
GV-BX1300-0F ~ 2F
GV-BX2400-0F ~ 2F
GV-BX3400-0F ~ 2F
Fixed Lens
Box Camera
GV-BX1200-3V
GV-BX1300-3V
GV-BX2400-3V
GV-BX2400-4V
GV-BX3400-4V
GV-BX3400-5V
GV-BX5300
Varifocal Lens
V2.01
Ultra Box
Camera
GV-UBX1301 Series
GV-UBX2301 Series
GV-UBX3301 Series
Fixed Lens V2.04
IR Arctic Box
Camera
GV-BX120D-E
GV-BX220D-E
GV-BX320D-E
GV-BX520D-E
Varifocal Lens V2.01
Mini Fixed
Dome
GV-MFD120
GV-MFD130
GV-MFD220
GV-MFD320
GV-MFD520
Fixed Lens V2.01

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Model Model Number Firmware
Version
Mini Fixed
Rugged Dome
GV-MDR120
GV-MDR220
GV-MDR320
GV-MDR520
Fixed Lens V2.01
GV-BL120D
GV-BL130D
GV-BL220D
GV-BL320D
V2.01
GV-BL1200
GV-BL1300
Varifocal Lens
V2.03
GV-BL2400
GV-BL3400 Varifocal Lens
Bullet Camera
GV-BL1210
GV-BL2410
GV-BL3410
GV-BL5310
Zoom Lens
V2.04
GV-UBL1211
GV-UBL2411
GV-UBL3411
Zoom Lens
Ultra Bullet
Camera GV-UBL1301 Series
GV-UBL2401 Series
GV-UBL3401 Series
Fixed Lens
Coming

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Model Model Number Firmware
Version
NTSC
PTZ Camera GV-PTZ010D
PAL
V1.08
PT Camera GV-PT110D V1.08
Fixed IP Dome
GV-FD120D
GV-FD220D
GV-FD320D
Varifocal
Lens V2.01
Cube Camera
GV-CB120
GV-CB220
GV-CBW120
GV-CBW220
Fixed Lens V2.01
Advanced
Cube Camera
GV-CA120
GV-CA220
GV-CAW120
GV-CAW220
Fixed Lens V2.01

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Model Model Number Firmware
Version
GV-VD120D
(IK10+, Transparent Cover)
GV-VD121D
(IK10+, Smoked Cover)
GV-VD122D
(IK7, Transparent Cover)
GV-VD123D
(IK7, Smoked Cover)
GV-VD220D
(IK10+, Transparent Cover)
GV-VD221D
(IK10+, Smoked Cover)
GV-VD222D
(IK7, Transparent Cover)
GV-VD223D
(IK7, Smoked Cover)
Vandal Proof
IP Dome
GV-VD320D
(IK10+, Transparent Cover)
GV-VD321D
(IK10+, Smoked Cover)
GV-VD322D
(IK7, Transparent Cover)
GV-VD323D
(IK7, Smoked Cover)
Varifocal Lens V2.01

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Contents
Preface……… .....................................................................II
Contents……. .................................................................. VII
Naming and Definition..................................................XVII
Options………...............................................................XVIII
Note for Connecting to GV-System...............................XX
Note for Adjusting Focus and Zoom............................XXI
Note for Installing Camera Outdoor............................XXII
Chapter 1 Introduction .....................................................1
1.1 System Requirement ..................................................................8
Chapter 2 Box Camera .....................................................9
2.1 Packing List...............................................................................12
2.2 Features.....................................................................................13
2.2.1 Wide Dynamic Range Pro ...................................................15
For GV-IPCam H.264 models that support WDR, the WDR effect
is achieved through software programming. .................................. 15
2.3 Overview....................................................................................16
2.3.1 GV-BX120D / 130D Series / 140DW / 220D Series / 320D
Series / 520D-0.............................................................................16
2.3.2 GV-BX1200 Series / 1300 Series / 2400 Series / 3400
Series / 5300................................................................................18
2.4 Connecting the Camera............................................................20
2.4.1 GV-BX120D / 130D Series / 140DW / 220D Series / 320D
Series / 520D-0.............................................................................20
2.4.2 GV-BX1200 Series / 1300 Series / 2400 Series / 3400
Series / 5300................................................................................22

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2.5 Accessory Installation ..............................................................24
2.5.1 C-Mount Lenses..................................................................24
2.5.2 Infrared Illuminators (Optional) ............................................ 25
2.6 I/O Terminal Block ....................................................................26
2.6.1 Pin Assignment ................................................................... 26
2.6.2 Connecting to GV-Relay V2 (Optional) ................................ 27
Chapter 3 Ultra Box Camera ..........................................28
3.1 Packing List...............................................................................29
3.2 Features.....................................................................................30
3.3 Overview.....................................................................................31
3.4 Installation.................................................................................32
3.5 Connecting the Camera............................................................34
Chapter 4 IR Arctic Box Camera ...................................35
4.1 Packing List...............................................................................36
4.2 Features.....................................................................................37
4.3 Overview....................................................................................38
4.4 Installation.................................................................................39
4.5 Connecting the Camera............................................................43
4.5.1 Wire Definition.....................................................................43
4.6 Notice for Using the IR Arctic Box Camera .............................45
4.6.1 Enabling IR LED after Loading Default ................................45
4.6.2 Disabling Status LED under Low Light Conditions ............... 46
Chapter 5 Mini Fixed Dome & Mini Fixed Rugged
Dome…………...................................................................47
5.1 Packing List...............................................................................48
5.2 Features.....................................................................................49
5.3 Overview....................................................................................51
5.3.1 GV-MFD120 / 130 / 220 / 320 / 520......................................51
5.3.2 GV-MDR120 / 220 / 320 / 520 .............................................. 53
5.4 Installation.................................................................................55

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5.4.1 GV-MFD Series.................................................................... 55
5.4.2 GV-MDR Series ...................................................................57
5.5 Connecting the Camera.............................................................62
5.5.1 Wire Definition......................................................................62
5.5.2 Power and Network Connection ...........................................63
5.5.3 Vehicle Installation ...............................................................64
Chapter 6 Bullet Camera ................................................65
6.1 Packing List...............................................................................66
6.2 Features.....................................................................................67
6.3 Overview.....................................................................................69
6.4 Installation.................................................................................70
6.4.1 Connecting the Camera ......................................................72
6.4.2 Adjusting the Angles ...........................................................75
6.4.3 Adjusting Lens and Inserting a Memory Card ...................... 79
6.4.4 Installing the Sun-Shield Cover ...........................................82
Chapter 7 Ultra Bullet Camera.......................................83
7.1 Packing List...............................................................................84
7.2 Features.....................................................................................85
7.3 Overview.....................................................................................86
7.4 Installation.................................................................................87
7.4.1 Connecting the Camera ......................................................91
7.4.2 Waterproofing the Cable......................................................93
Chapter 8 PTZ Camera ...................................................96
8.1 Packing List...............................................................................97
8.2 Features.....................................................................................98
8.3 Overview....................................................................................99
8.4 Installation...............................................................................101
8.4.1 Ceiling Mount.................................................................... 101
8.4.2 L-Shaped Wall Mount........................................................ 103
8.5 Connecting the Camera..........................................................106

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8.6 Focus Adjustment...................................................................107
8.7 I/O Terminal Block ..................................................................108
8.7.1 Pin Assignment ................................................................. 108
8.7.2 Voltage Load Expansion (Optional) ................................... 109
8.8 PTZ Control .............................................................................110
8.8.1 The PTZ Control Panel.......................................................110
8.8.2 Automatic Focus ................................................................112
8.8.3 PTZ Camera Settings......................................................... 112
8.8.4 Image Settings ................................................................... 114
8.8.5 Preset Settings...................................................................117
8.8.6 Sequence Settings.............................................................120
8.8.7 Auto Pan Settings .............................................................. 122
8.8.8 System Configuration........................................................ 125
Chapter 9 PT Camera....................................................126
9.1 Packing List.............................................................................126
9.2 Features...................................................................................128
9.3 Overview..................................................................................129
9.4 Installation...............................................................................131
9.5 Connecting the Camera..........................................................131
9.6 Focus Adjustment...................................................................131
9.7 I/O Terminal Block ..................................................................132
9.7.1 Pin Assignment ................................................................. 132
9.7.2 Voltage Load Expansion (Optional) ................................... 132
9.8 PT Control ...............................................................................133
Chapter 10 Vandal Proof IP Dome...............................135
10.1 Packing List...........................................................................136
10.2 Features.................................................................................137
10.3 Overview................................................................................138
10.4 Installation.............................................................................139
10.4.1 Hard-Ceiling Mount ......................................................... 139

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10.4.2 In-Ceiling Mount..............................................................144
10.5 Connecting the Camera........................................................147
10.5.1 Wire Definition................................................................. 147
10.5.2 Power Connection........................................................... 148
10.5.3 Voltage Load Expansion (Optional) ................................. 149
Chapter 11 Fixed IP Dome ...........................................150
11.1 Packing List...........................................................................151
11.1.1 Packing List for Hard-Ceiling Mount................................. 151
11.1.2 Packing List for In-Ceiling Mount ..................................... 152
11.2 Features.................................................................................153
11.3 Overview................................................................................154
11.4 Installation.............................................................................156
11.4.1 Hard-Ceiling Mount ......................................................... 156
11.4.2 In-Ceiling Mount..............................................................160
11.4.3 Wall-Surface Mount......................................................... 164
11.5 Connecting the Camera........................................................166
11.6 I/O Terminal Block.................................................................167
11.6.1 Pin Assignment ............................................................... 167
11.6.2 Voltage Load Expansion (Optional) ................................. 168
Chapter 12 Cube Camera .............................................169
12.1 Packing List...........................................................................170
12.2 Features.................................................................................171
12.3 Overview................................................................................172
12.4 Installation.............................................................................173
12.5 Connecting the Camera........................................................175
Chapter 13 Advanced Cube Camera...........................176
13.1 Packing List...........................................................................177
13.2 Features.................................................................................178
13.3 Overview................................................................................179
13.4 Installation.............................................................................181

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13.5 Connecting the Camera........................................................183
Chapter 14 Getting Started ..........................................184
14.1 Accessing the Live View.......................................................184
14.1.1 Checking the Dynamic IP Address................................... 186
14.1.2 Configuring the IP Address.............................................. 188
14.1.3 Configuring the Wireless Connection............................... 190
14.2 Adjusting Image Clarity ........................................................193
14.2.1 Using Focus Adjustment Cap .......................................... 196
14.2.2 Locations of Adjustment Screws...................................... 198
14.3 Configuring the Basics.........................................................200
Chapter 15 Accessing the Camera..............................201
15.1 Accessing Your Surveillance Images ..................................201
15.2 Functions Featured on the Main Page.................................203
15.2.1 The Live View Window .................................................... 204
15.2.2 The Control Panel of the Live View Window .................... 209
15.2.3 Snapshot of Live Video....................................................215
15.2.4 Video Recording.............................................................. 215
15.2.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View............... 216
15.2.6 Alarm Notification ............................................................ 219
15.2.7 Video and Audio Configuration ........................................ 221
15.2.8 Remote Configuration .....................................................223
15.2.9 Camera Name Display ....................................................223
15.2.10 Image Enhancement .....................................................223
15.2.11 Visual PTZ .................................................................... 224
15.2.12 I/O Control.....................................................................227
15.2.13 Visual Automation ......................................................... 228
15.2.14 Network Status.............................................................. 229
Chapter 16 Administrator Mode ..................................230
16.1 Video and Motion ..................................................................233
16.1.1 Video Settings................................................................. 234

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16.1.2 Motion Detection ............................................................. 243
16.1.3 Privacy Mask...................................................................245
16.1.4 Text Overlay.................................................................... 246
16.1.5 Tampering Alarm............................................................. 248
16.1.6 Visual Automation ........................................................... 250
16.2 I/O Settings............................................................................252
16.2.1 Input Settings.................................................................. 253
16.2.2 Output Settings ...............................................................255
16.2.3 PTZ Settings ................................................................... 256
16.3 Events and Alerts..................................................................257
16.3.1 E-mail .............................................................................258
16.3.2 FTP................................................................................. 260
16.3.3 Center V2........................................................................263
16.3.4 VSM................................................................................ 265
16.3.5 Backup Center ................................................................ 267
16.3.6 Video Gateway / Recording Server.................................. 270
16.3.7 ViewLog Server............................................................... 272
16.3.8 RTSP..............................................................................273
16.3.9 Speaker ..........................................................................274
16.4 Monitoring .............................................................................275
16.5 Recording Schedule .............................................................277
16.5.1 Recording Schedule Settings .......................................... 277
16.5.2 I/O Monitoring Settings .................................................... 278
16.6 Remote ViewLog ...................................................................279
16.7 Network .................................................................................280
16.7.1 LAN Configuration........................................................... 280
16.7.2 Wireless Client Mode ......................................................282
16.7.3 Advanced TCP/IP............................................................284
16.7.4 IP Filter Settings.............................................................. 288
16.7.5 SNMP Settings................................................................ 289
16.8 Management..........................................................................291

XIV
16.8.1 Date & Time Settings ...................................................... 291
16.8.2 GPS Maps Settings......................................................... 293
16.8.3 Storage Settings.............................................................. 295
16.8.4 User Account .................................................................. 297
16.8.5 Log Information ............................................................... 298
16.8.6 System Log..................................................................... 299
16.8.7 Tools............................................................................... 301
16.8.8 Language........................................................................ 303
Chapter 17 Recording and Playback ..........................304
17.1 Recording ..............................................................................304
17.2 Playback ................................................................................305
17.2.1 Playback Using the Memory Card.................................... 305
17.2.2 Playback over Network.................................................... 307
17.2.3 Access to the Recorded Files through FTP Server........... 308
17.2.4 Playback of Daylight Saving Time Events ........................ 308
Chapter 18 Advanced Applications ............................310
18.1 Upgrading System Firmware................................................310
18.1.1 Using the Web Configuration Interface ............................ 312
18.1.2 Using the IP Device Utility ............................................... 313
18.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings.....................................315
18.3 Restoring to Factory Default Settings .................................317
18.4 Verifying Watermark .............................................................327
18.4.1 Accessing AVI Files.........................................................327
18.4.2 Running Watermark Proof ............................................... 328
18.4.3 The Watermark Proof Window......................................... 329
18.5 Downloading Videos from the SD Card...............................330
18.5.1 Installing the GV-SDCardSync Utility ............................... 331
18.5.2 The GV-SDCardSync Utility Window ............................... 335
Chapter 19 DVR Configurations ..................................337
19.1 Setting up an IP Camera.......................................................343

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19.1.1 Customizing IP Camera Settings ..................................... 346
19.2 Remote Monitoring with Multi View .....................................348
19.2.1 Connecting to the IP Camera .......................................... 348
19.3 Remote Monitoring with E-Map............................................349
19.3.1 Creating an E-Map for the IP Camera.............................. 349
19.3.2 Connecting to the IP Camera .......................................... 351
Chapter 20 CMS Configurations..................................352
20.1 Center V2...............................................................................352
20.2 VSM........................................................................................355
20.3 Dispatch Server.....................................................................356
Chapter 21 Smart Device Connection.........................358
21.1 Android..................................................................................359
21.1.1 Connecting to GV-IP Camera .......................................... 359
21.1.2 Accessing Live View........................................................361
21.2 Apple......................................................................................363
21.2.1 Connecting to GV-IP Camera .......................................... 364
21.2.2 Accessing Live View........................................................366
Specifications: Box Camera (Part 1)............................368
Specifications: Box Camera (Part 2)............................378
Specifications: Ultra Box Camera ................................388
Specifications: IR Arctic Box Camera .........................393
Specifications: Mini Fixed & Rugged Dome................401
Specifications: Bullet Camera (Part 1).........................411
Specifications: Bullet Camera (Part 2).........................419
Specifications: Ultra Bullet Camera.............................426
Specifications: PTZ Camera .........................................434

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Specifications: PT Camera ...........................................439
Specifications: Vandal Proof IP Dome.........................444
Specifications: Fixed IP Dome .....................................452
Specifications: Cube Camera .......................................459
Specifications: Advanced Cube Camera.....................465
Appendix ……….............................................................471
A. Settings for Internet Explorer 8 ...............................................471
B. Supported Lenses for Box Camera.........................................472
C. Resolution and Frame Rate .....................................................473
D. Support Lists ............................................................................478
E. RTSP Protocol Command ........................................................484
F. The CGI Command ...................................................................485
G. Dual Stream Support List ........................................................487
H. Power Supply Support List......................................................490
I. Supported Firmware for Flash Memory....................................491

XVII
Naming and Definition
GV-System
GeoVision Analog and Digital Video Recording
Software. The GV-System also refers to GV-Multicam
System, GV-NVR System, GV-DVR System and GV-
Hybrid DVR System at the same time.

XVIII
Options
Optional devices can expand your camera’s capabilities and versatility.
Contact your dealer for more information.
Device Description
GV-IR LED T2
A mountable infrared LED device that improves
image performance of Box Cameras under low
light conditions.
GV-Relay V2
The GV-Relay V2 is designed to expand the
voltage load of GV IP devices. It provides 4 relay
outputs, and each can be set as normally open
(NO) or normally closed (NC) independently as
per your requirement.
GV-PA191 PoE
Adapter
The GV-PA191 PoE adapter is designed to
provide power and network connection to the
cameras over a single Ethernet cable.
GV-Mount
Accessories
The GV-Mount Accessories provide a
comprehensive lineup of accessories for
installation on ceiling, wall corner and pole. For
details, see GV-Mount Accessories Installation
Guide on the Software CD.
GV-WiFi Adapter
The GV-WiFi Adapter is a plug-and-play device
designed to connect GV-BX1200 Series / 1300
Series / 2400 Series / 3400 Series / 5300 to
wireless network. This product complies with
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (Draft 3.0) standards for
wireless networking.
Fixed Lens 4 mm
The fixed Lens, with focal length 4 mm, F/1.5,
1/3’’ CS Lens, is compatible with GV-BX1200
series / 1300 series / 2400 series / 3400 series.