GeoVision GV-VS04H User manual

Quick Start Guide
GV-Video Server
© 2012 GeoVision Inc. All rights reserved.
Thank you for purchasing GV-Video Server (GV-VS04H / VS11 / VS12 / VS14). This guide
is designed to assist the new user in getting immediate results from the GV-VS04H / VS11 /
VS12 / VS14. For advanced information on how to use the GV-VS04H / VS11 / VS12 /
VS14, please refer to GV-Video Server User's Manual on Software CD/DVD.
1Introduction
Welcome to the GV-Video Server Quick Start Guide. In the following
sections, you will learn about the basic installations and configurations of the
GV-Video Server (GV-VS04H / VS11 / VS12 / VS14). For a detailed user’s
manual, see GV-Video Server User’s Manual on the GV-Video Server
software CD/DVD.
Packing List
2012/09
English
VS04111214-QG-A
●DC Male-to-Male Cable x 1
●Power Adaptor x 1
●Wall Hook x 1
GV-VS04H / GV-VS14
●3.5 mm Stereo to RCA Cable x 2
●AC Power Cord x 1
●Conical Anchor x 4
●Screw x 4
●GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1
●GV-NVR Software CD/DVD x 1
Note: The DC Male-to-Male Cable is
used to power on the camera through
the GV-Video Server. You can also
optionally purchase three more DC
Male-to-Male Cables and one DC
1-Male to 4-Female Cable to power on
four cameras through the GV-Video
Server. DC 1-Male to
4-Female Cable
DC Male-to-Male
Cable

GV-VS11
GV-VS12
The GV-GPS Receiver is a Global Position
System receiver. With the GV-GPS Receiver,
you can perform GPS tracking and location
verification of the GV-Video Server. Two types
of interfaces are available: UART (for
GV-VS04H / GV-VS14) and RS-232 (for
GV-VS12).
Working with the GV-Relay V2, the GV-Video
Server is capable of driving the loads of relay
outputs over 5 volts.
The iSCSI storage system allows you to record
files over the Internet.
The WiFi USB Adaptor is designed to connect
the GV IP devices, such as GV-Video Server or
GV-Compact DVR, to the wireless network.
The GV-PA191 is designed to provide power to
the IP device through a single Ethernet cable.
The GV-PA191 is only supported by GV-VS04H,
GV-VS12 and GV-VS14.
With the GV-VR605A, you can install GV-Video
Server in the car. The GV-Video Server will
supply and maintain a 12V voltage to the
GV-Video Server and its connected cameras.
GV-GPS Receiver
GV-Relay V2
GV-Storage System
GV-WiFi USB Adaptor
GV-PA191 PoE Adaptor
GV-VR605A DC Voltage
Regulator
Options
●I/O Cable with RJ-45 Connector x 1
●Sticker (for positioning conical anchors) x 1
●AC Power Cord x 1
●Power Adaptor x 1
●Wall Hook x 1
●Screw x 4
●Conical Anchor x 4
●GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1
●GV-NVR Software CD/DVD x 1
●Power Adaptor x 1
●GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1
●GV- NVR Software CD/DVD x 1

GV-Reader includes transmit-receive antenna
and electronics. Featured with both Wiegand
and RS-485 outputs, the unit is compatible with
any standard access control panel.
The GV-R1352 is a card reader designed to
recognize identification cards. Featured with the
Wiegand and RS-485 outputs, the unit can be
connected to any standard access control panel.
The GV-R1352 comes with a weather sealed
and IP66 compliant housing for outdoor use.
GV-Reader
GV-R1352 Card Reader
2Overview
GV-VS04H / GV-VS14
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Front View
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Access Control Series
The GV-Video Server can work with the Wiegand-interface card reader
to send cardholder data to the central monitoring stations Center V2
and VSM, as well as GV-System (DVR). The following devices are only
supported by GV-VS04H and GV-VS14.

Function
4 plugs for video inputs.
A plug for the speaker device.
Each plug is for 2 audio inputs.
It resets all configurations to their factory
settings. See 7 Restoring to Default Settings in
the Quick Start Guide.
This LED is on, indicating the hard drive is full
or faulty.
This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server
is ready for connection.
This LED is on, indicating the power is
supplied.
It reboots the GV-Video Server, and keeps all
current configurations.
2 USB ports for installing portable storage
devices.
The connectors for digital input, relay output,
PTZ camera, Wiegand device and GPS module
control.
A plug for a 10/100 Ethernet or PoE.
A plug to power on the camera, by using a DC
Male-to-Male Cable, directly through the
GV-Video Server.
Note: When PoE is applied, you cannot power
on the camera through the GV-Video Server.
A plug to power on the GV-Video Server.
Name
Video Input
Speaker Output
Audio Input
Default Button
Disk Full/Fault LED
Ready LED
Power LED
Reset
USB Port
Terminal Block
Ethernet Port
Power Out
Power In
No.
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Function
1 plug for video input.
It resets all configurations to their factory
settings. See 7 Restoring to Default Settings in
the Quick Start Guide.
1 plug for audio input.
This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server
is ready for connection.
This LED is on, indicating the power is
supplied.
1 USB port for installing portable storage
device.
A plug for inserting an Ethernet cable to build
the network connection.
The connectors for digital input, digital output
and PTZ camera control.
A plug to power on the GV-Video Server.
Name
Video Input
Default Button
Audio Input
Ready LED
Power LED
USB Port
Ethernet Port
Terminal Block
Power In
No.
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Function
1 USB port for installing the portable storage
device.
A plug for the speaker device.
2 plugs for audio inputs.
2 plugs for video inputs.
A plug to power on the GV-Video Server.
A plug for inserting an Ethernet cable to build
the network connection.
1 USB port for installing the portable storage
device.
A port for digital input, relay output and PTZ
camera control. Insert the I/O Cable with RJ-45
Connector to this port.
The connectors for GPS module control.
It resets all configurations to their factory
settings. See 7 Restoring to Default Settings in
the Quick Start Guide.
This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server
is ready for connection.
This LED is on, indicating the power is
supplied.
Name
USB Port
Speaker Output
Audio Input
Video Input
Power In
Ethernet Port
USB Port
I/O / PTZ Port
RS-232
Terminal Block
Default Button
Ready LED
Power LED
No.
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GV-VS12
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Rear View
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3Installing on a Network
These instructions describe the basic connections to install the GV-Video
Server on the network. Here we use GV-VS04H as an example to
demonstrate the steps.
1. Connect your camera’s video output to the BNC video input.
2. Connect the microphone to the RCA audio input using the 3.5 mm
Stereo to RCA Cable.
3. Connect the hub or switch on the LAN to the unit’s 10/100 Mbps port.
4. Connect power using one of the following methods:
5. Optionally connect the DC Male-to-Male Cable to power on the camera
through the GV-Video Server.
6. Wait until both Power and Ready LEDs are on and then you can
access its Web interface. See 4. Accessing the Camera later in the
Quick Start Guide.
●Use the supplied power adapter, connect to power.
●Use the Power over Ethernet (PoE) function. The power is
provided over the network cable.
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4Accessing the GV-Video Server
To access the Web interface of the GV-Video Server, it is required to use
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.x or later.
Note: For the users of Internet Explorer 8, additional settings are
required. For details, see Appendix C in GV-Video Server User’s
Manual on the software DVD.
1. Install the GV-IP Device Utility program included on the Software DVD.
2. On the GV-IP Utility window, click the button to search for the IP
devices connected in the same LAN. Click the Name or Mac Address
column to sort.
System Requirement
By default, the IP address of your GV-Video Sever is assigned by the DHCP
server unless your router does not support DHCP. In this case, the default
IP address will be 192.168.0.10. Follow the steps below to look up the IP
address and access the Web interface.
Note: The PC installed with GV-IP Device Utility must be under the
same LAN with the GV-Video Server you wish to configure.
Note: 1. The GV-VS11 does not support PoE function.
2. The DC Male-to-Male Cable and 3.5 mm Stereo to RCA Cable
are only supplied for GV-VS04H and GV-VS14.
3. The GV-Video Server cannot work with the microphone
requiring power from the unit. Use the microphone that has
external power supply.
4. When PoE is applied, you cannot power on the camera
through the GV-Video Server.
Checking the IP Address and Logging In
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3. Find the GV-Video Server with its Mac Address to see the IP address.
4. To login, type the IP address in your web browser. A dialog box
appears.
5. Type the default username and password admin.
6. Click OK to access the Web interface.
7. When accessing the GV-Video Server for the first time, you must set
your browser to allow a one-time installation of GeoVision’s ActiveX
component onto your computer.
Note: If your router does not support DHCP, the default IP address will
be 192.168.0.10. In this case, it is strongly suggested to modify
the IP address to avoid IP address conflict with other GeoVision
IP device on the same LAN. For details, see 2.3 Changing the IP
Address, GV-Video Server User’s Manual on the Software DVD.

Function
Plays live video.
Stops playing video.
Talks to the surveillance area from the local
computer.
Listens to the audio around the camera.
Takes a snapshot of live video.
Records live video to the local computer.
Switches to full screen view. Right-click the
image to have these options: Snapshot,PIP,
PAP,Zoom In and Zoom Out.
Displays the camera information, video
settings, audio data rate, I/O device status,
images captured upon alarm, and GPS location
of the camera.
Starts the I/O Control Panel or the Visual
Automation.
Starts the PTZ Control Panel and the Visual
PTZ.
Sets the desired camera for display.
Brings up these functions: Alarm Notify,Video
and Audio Configuration,Remote Config,
Show Camera Name and Image Enhance.
Name
Play
Stop
Microphone
Speaker
Snapshot
File Save
Full Screen
Control Panel
I/O Control
PTZ Control
Change Camera
Show System Menu
No.
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6Upgrading System Firmware
GeoVision will periodically release the updated firmware on the website. To
load the new firmware into the GV-Video Server, read the important notes
below and then follow the instructions.
For detailed operations, see Accessing the GV-Video Server, Chapter 3,
GV-Video Server User's Manual on the software DVD.
Important:
1. While the firmware is being updated,
2. Do not turn the power off within 10 minutes after the firmware is
updated.
3. If you use the IP Device Utility for firmware upgrade, the computer
used to upgrade firmware must be under the same network of the
GV-Video Server.
A) the power supply must not be interrupted, and
B) do not unplug the Ethernet cable if the cable is the source of
power supply (Power over Ethernet or PoE supported).

For details on upgrading system firmware, see Advanced Applications,
Chapter 6, GV-Video Server User's Manual on the software DVD.
You can restore the camera to factory default settings using the Web
interface or directly on the GV-Video Server.
1. In the Live View window, click the Show System Menu button and select
Remote Config. This dialog box appears.
2. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your
local computer.
3. Click the Upgrade button to start the upgrade.
WARNING: The interruption of power supply during updating causes
not only update failures but also damages to the camera. In this case,
please contact your sales representative and send your device back to
GeoVision for repair.
7Restoring to Default Settings
1. On the left menu of Web interface, select Management and select
Tools. The Additional Tools dialog appears.
2. Click the Load Default button in the System Settings section.
Using the Web Interface:

Note: Before the Ready LED is on again, do not unplug the power
cable; otherwise the loading of default values will fail.
1. Press and then release the Reset button immediately.
2. Press and hold the Load Default button until all 3 LEDs (Power,
Ready and Disk Full/Fault) are on. This may take about 30 seconds.
3. Release the Load Default button. The process of loading default
values is complete, and the GV-Video Server starts rebooting itself
with all 3 LEDs turning off.
4. Wait until the Power and Ready LEDs turn on again. After this, all the
settings are returned to default values.
1. Unplug and plug the power cable to start.
2. Press and hold the Default button until the Ready LED blinks. This
may take about 30 seconds. The Ready LED will blink twice.
3. Release the Default button. The process of loading default values is
complete, and the GV-Video Server starts rebooting itself with the 2
LEDs turning off.
4. Wait until the Power and Ready LEDs turn on again. After this, all the
settings are returned to default values.
Directly on the GV-Video Server:
GV-VS04H / GV-VS14 GV-VS11
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2 1 4 GV-VS12
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