GeoVision GV-Tower System V2 User manual

GV-Tower System V2 (Rev. C)
TowerV2C-UM-A
User’s Manual

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October 2019

Welcome to the GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C) User’s Manual.
The Manual provides an overview of GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C) and its
accessories. It also includes the instructions to guide you through the installation and
use of GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C):
Chapter 1, Introduction
Identifies the accessories and options of GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C).
Chapter 2, Overview
Identifies the components of GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C).
Chapter 3, Getting Started
Provides step-by-step instructions on setting up GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2
(Rev. C).
Chapter 4, Troubleshooting
Suggests courses of action if GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C) doesn’t
seem to be working properly.
User’s Manual for
GV-Tower System V2 (Rev. C)

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Contents
Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................iv
Chapter 1 Introduction........................................................................................... 1
1.1 Features.......................................................................................................1
1.2 Model...........................................................................................................2
1.3 Software License.........................................................................................2
1.3.1 GV-Tower NVR System V2 (Rev. C) ............................................... 2
1.3.2 GV-Tower VMS System V2 (Rev. C)............................................... 2
1.4 Packing List .................................................................................................3
1.5 Recommended Hard Drive ..........................................................................4
1.6 Options ........................................................................................................4
Chapter 2 Overview ............................................................................................... 5
2.1 Front View....................................................................................................5
2.2 Rear View....................................................................................................6
Chapter 3 Getting Started...................................................................................... 7
3.1 Basic Installation..........................................................................................7
3.1.1 Using the dual display..................................................................... 8
3.1.2 Using the IR Remote Control.......................................................... 8
3.2 Installing the Hard Drive...............................................................................9
3.3 Starting up Windows..................................................................................11
3.4 Formatting the Hard Drive..........................................................................13
3.5.1 GV-Tower NVR System V2 (Rev. C) ............................................. 17
3.5.2 GV-Tower VMS System V2 (Rev. C)............................................. 19
3.6 Setting Up On-Screen LED Panel..............................................................21
3.7 Replacing theHard Drive...........................................................................23
3.8 Twin View Display......................................................................................24
3.8.1 GV-Tower NVR System V2 (Rev. C) ............................................. 24
3.8.2 GV-Tower VMS System V2 (Rev. C)............................................. 26
3.9 Digital Matrix..............................................................................................27
3.9.1 Activating Two Monitors................................................................ 27
3.9.2 Setting Live View........................................................................... 28
3.9.3 Setting Scanned Pages................................................................. 29
3.9.4 Setting Pop-up Alert...................................................................... 30
3.9.5 Setting Live View with Pop-up Alert............................................... 32
3.10 System Restoration..................................................................................33
3.11 Updating GV-Tower System V2 (Rev. C)..................................................34
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................35

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Specifications ......................................................................................................... 39
Appendix….............................................................................................................. 42
A Hard Disk Requirements...............................................................................42
B Total Frame Rate and Max. No. of Channels Supported..............................42
C Supported IP Devices...................................................................................45
D Supported Hard Disk Drive...........................................................................46
Warranty Requirements ......................................................................................... 47
Warranty Form........................................................................................................ 48

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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.
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.

Introduction
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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Features
Powered by Intel Core i5 Processor
64-bit Windows 10 IoT Enterprise
Support for GPU Decoding
4-bay hot swap data HDD
Maximum storage capacity of 56 TB
Pre-installed SSD for recovery
One Gigabit LAN port
Support for dual display from any two of the three video outputs (VGA, DVID, HDMI)
Support for 3rd party IP devices
Support for 32-channel GV-NVR/VMS
All-in-one solution (Live View, Playback, Recording, Backup, CMS)
Video analysis (Advanced Motion Detection, Privacy Mask, Scene Change Detection and
Counter)
Fisheye camera dewarping function
Automatic connection to GV-IP devices
H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG / MPEG4
On-screen LED panel for HDD status
Smart device access
Multiple languages

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1.2 Model
GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C) has the following models:
GV-Tower NVR
System V2
(Rev. C)
- 32-channel digital video recorder
- 32-channel of free GeoVision IP devices, or 32-channel combination of
GeoVision IP devices and third-party IP devices digital video recorder
GV-Tower VMS
System V2
(Rev. C)
- 32-channel digital video recorder
- 32-channel of free GeoVision IP devices, or 32-channel combination of
GeoVision IP devices and third-party IP devices digital video recorder
1.3 Software License
1.3.1 GV-Tower NVR System V2 (Rev. C)
Free License 32 channels from GV-IP devices
Maximum License 32 channels from third-party IP devices
Increment for Each
License 1 to 32 third-party IP cameras in increments of 2 channels
Optional
Combinations N/A
Dongle Type Internal
Note: The Maximum License is a paid service.
1.3.2 GV-Tower VMS System V2 (Rev. C)
Free License 32 channels from GV-IP devices
Maximum License 32 channels from 3rd-party IP devices
Increment for Each
License 3rd-party IP cameras, in increments of 1 channel
Optional
Combinations N/A
Dongle Type Internal
Note: The Maximum License is a paid service.

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1.4 Packing List
The GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C) 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.
GV-Tower NVR / VMS System V2 (Rev. C) x 1
Keys for Hard Disk Safety Lock x 2
Hard Disk Drive Screw x 16
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AC Power Cord x 1
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Documents Download Guide x 1

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1.5 Recommended Hard Drive
For system efficiency, we recommend the following enterprise level hard disk drives. Avoid
using desktop level or green HDD which may affect system efficiency. For details, see
Appendix D. Certified Hard Disk Drive.
Seagate Enterprise Series
WD Gold Level Series
Toshiba Series
1.6 Options
Optional devices can expand the capabilities and versatility of your GV-Tower NVR/VMS
System V2 (Rev. C). Contact your dealer for more information.
GV-COM V3 This unit can add 1 RS-485 port to your computer through a USB
connector.
GV-Data Capture V3
Box
GV-Data Capture V3 Box can integrate GV-Tower NVR/VMS
System V2 (Rev. C) to an electronic POS system, while GV-Data
Capture V3E Box can deliver direct output to GV-NVR/VMS System
V2 (Rev. C) through LAN or Internet.
GV-IO Box Series
GV-IO Box series (4E / 4 Ports / 8 Ports / 16 Ports) provide 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, TCP/IP and RS-485 connection.
GV-IR Remote
Control GV-IR Remote Control provides easy control of GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C).
GV-Joystick V2
GV-Joystick V2 facilitates the PTZ camera control. It can be either
plugged into GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C) 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 system,
and it can also be connected with PTZ cameras directly for PTZ
control.

Overview
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Chapter 2 Overview
2.1 Front View
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6
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Figure 2-1
No. Name No. Name
1 3.5” HDD Tray x 4 5 Not Functional
2 Power Button 6 Reset Button
3 Power LED (Blue) 7 USB (3.1 Gen 1) x 2
4 HDD Activity LED (Red)

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2.2 Rear View
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2
3
45679 8
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Figure 2-2
No. Name No. Name
1. Power Connector 6. HDMI Port x 1
2. Audio Line In Port / Out Port 7. VGA Port x 1
3. Audio Microphone In Port 8. DVI-D Port x 1
4. Ethernet Port x 1 9. PS/2 keyboard / mouse port
5. USB (3.1 Gen 1) Port x 2 10. USB 2.0 Port x 2

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Chapter 3 Getting Started
3.1 Basic Installation
This section describes all the equipment required to program and operate GV-Tower
NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C). Here we use GV-Tower NVR System V2 (Rev. C) as the
example.
Figure 3-1
1. Connect an HDTV to GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C) using the HDMI / VGA /
DVI-D cable supplied by the HDTV manufacturer.
2. Using the RJ-45 cable, connect one end to the Ethernet port and the other end to
Network.
3. Connect speakers to the Audio Line Out port.
4. Connect the mouse and keyboard to the USB port (either USB2.0 or USB(3.1 Gen 1)
port) or the PS/2 mouse / keyboard port.
5. Using the supplied power cord, connect one end to the AC input and the other end to the
power outlet.
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. The system should load automatically and
display cameras in the main screen.

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3.1.1 Using the dual display
You can connect to any two of the three video outputs on the back panel of the GV-Tower
NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C).
Figure 3-2
3.1.2 Using the IR Remote Control
The optional GV-IR Remote Control provides easy control of GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2
(Rev. C). Its receiver should be plugged into any USB ports of the system.
For details, see GV-IR Remote Control User’s Manual (C:\UserManual).
Figure 3-3

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3.2 Installing the Hard Drive
GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C) uses SATA hard drives for video and audio data
storage. Before recording, ensure to install your hard drives. Follow the below steps to install
the hard drive.
1. Press the release latch. The drawer handle pops up.
Figure 3-4
2. Pull out the drive drawer.
3. Remove the plastic carrier from the chassis.
Figure 3-5
Release Latch

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4. Insert the hard drive in the drawer.
Figure 3-6
5. Secure the hard drive with the 4 screws, and make sure all screw heads flush with the
surface.
Figure 3-7
6. Put the drawer back in the drive bay of GV-Tower NVR/VMS System V2 (Rev. C), and
push the latch until it locks.
7. When the Power LED on the drawer shines blue, the hard drive is now ready to use.
Figure 3-8

Getting Started
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3.3 Starting up Windows
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 3-9
2. Select your regional settings and time zone and click Next to continue.
Figure 3-10

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3. Click Accept to accept Microsoft software license terms.
4. Select between “Customize” or “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 3-11
When the above setup process is complete, Windows will finalize your settings automatically
in the background and restart.

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3.4 Formatting the Hard Drive
After installing hard drives to your system, you will need to format them before use.
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 3-9
3. Right-click in the unallocated space of a new drive, and select New Simple Volume.
Figure 3-10

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4. The New Simple Volume Wizard appears. Click Next to continue.
Figure 3-11
5. The default partition size is the same as the maximum disk space. Make changes if
necessary. Click Next to continue.
Figure 3-12