GeoVision GV-Control Center System User manual

GV-Control Center System
UseUser’s Manual
CCS-UM-B

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accurate. GeoVision, Inc. makes no expressed or implied warranty of any kind
and assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. No liability is assumed
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GeoVision, Inc.
9F, No. 246, Sec. 1, Neihu Rd.,
Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
http://www.geovision.com.tw
Trademarks used in this manual: GeoVision, the GeoVision logo and GV
series products are trademarks of GeoVision, Inc. Windows is the registered
trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
March 2021

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

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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
2.2 Rear View....................................................................................................3
Chapter 3 Getting Started...................................................................................... 4
3.1 Basic Installation..........................................................................................4
3.2 Installing the Hard Drive...............................................................................5
3.3 Turning on the Power...................................................................................7
3.4 Windows Setup Installation..........................................................................8
3.5 Formatting the Hard Drive..........................................................................10
3.6 Configuring the IPAddress........................................................................14
3.7 Multi Monitors Application..........................................................................16
3.7.1 Monitor Arrangement...............................................................................16
3.7.2 Matrix View..............................................................................................17
3.7.3 Video Wall................................................................................................17
3.8 System Restoration....................................................................................18
3.9 Updating GV-Control Center System (Rev. B) ...........................................19
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting................................................................................. 20
Appendix - Backing up Your System.................................................................... 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 (Rev. B) 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 (Rev. B)
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 (Rev. B)’s capabilities and
versatility.
GV-IO Box Series
GV-IO Box series provides 4 / 8 / 16 inputs and relay outputs and
support both DC and AC 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.

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Chapter 2 Overview
2.1 Front View
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Figure 2-1
No. Name No. Name
1 Power Button 4 HDD LED
2 Reset Button 5 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A) x 2
3 Power LED

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2.2 Rear View
Figure 2-2
No. Name No. Name
1 Power Connector x 1
2 HDMI 2.0 x 3 (up to 3840 x 2160 / 60Hz)
3 DisplayPort 1.4 x 3 (up to 4096 x 2160 / 60Hz)
4 USB 2.0 (Type-A) x 3
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2.5 GbE LAN x 1
(on the left side of the rear panel)
1 GbE LAN x 1
(on the right side of the rear panel)
7 Not functional x 2
8 USB 3.2 (Type-C) x 1
9 USB 3.2 (Type-A) x 4
10 DVI-D x 2 (up to 2560 x 1600 / 60Hz)
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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)

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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 (Rev. B).
Figure 3-1
1. Connect the mouse and keyboard to any of the USB ports.
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 cable supplied by the monitor manufacturer, connect
up to 8 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.