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User's Manual
GV-Video Server
VS04HV108.VS12V107.VS11V103.VS14V101-A

© 2013 GeoVision, Inc. All rights reserved.
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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 and Windows XP
are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
November 2013

Preface
Welcome to the GV-Video Server User’s Manual.
The GV-Video Server has a series of models designed to meet different needs. Each
model has its own firmware that can only be used on the specific model. This Manual is
designed for the following models and firmware version:
Model Firmware Version
GV-VS04H 1.08
GV-VS11 1.03
GV-VS12 1.07
GV-VS14 1.01
IMPORTANT: For better recording efficiency and stability of GV-Video Server, after
upgrading the firmware to the above version, it is required to format the storage device
for better recording efficiency and stability. To format the storage device, be sure to back
up the data first and see 4.8.3 Storage Settings for how to format the storage device.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ..........................................................1
1.1 Models................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Packing List ........................................................................................................... 2
1.2.1 GV-VS04H / GV-VS14 ............................................................................... 2
1.2.2 GV-VS11 ................................................................................................... 2
1.2.3 GV-VS12 ................................................................................................... 3
1.3 System Requirement ............................................................................................. 4
1.4 PoE Support .......................................................................................................... 4
1.5 GPS Support.......................................................................................................... 4
1.6 Options .................................................................................................................. 5
1.7 Physical Description............................................................................................... 6
1.7.1 Front View ................................................................................................. 6
1.7.2 Rear View.................................................................................................. 9
Chapter 2 Getting Started ...................................................11
2.1 Installing on a Network..........................................................................................11
2.2 Checking the IP Address ......................................................................................13
2.3 Changing the IP Address ......................................................................................14
2.4 Configuring the Basic............................................................................................15
Chapter 3 Accessing the GV-Video Server .......................16
3.1 Accessing Your Surveillance Images ....................................................................16
3.2 Functions Featured on the Main Page ..................................................................17
3.2.1 The Live View Window..............................................................................18
3.2.2 The Control Panel of the Live View Window .............................................19
3.2.3 Snapshot of a Live Video ..........................................................................20
3.2.4 Video Recording .......................................................................................20
3.2.5 Picture-in-Picture and Picture-and-Picture View........................................20
3.2.6 Alarm Notification......................................................................................23
3.2.7 Video and Audio Configuration .................................................................24
3.2.8 Remote Configuration...............................................................................24
3.2.9 Camera Name Display..............................................................................25
3.2.10 Image Enhancement...............................................................................25
3.2.11 PTZ Control ............................................................................................26
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3.2.12 Visual PTZ ..............................................................................................27
3.2.13 I/O Control ..............................................................................................28
3.2.14 Visual Automation...................................................................................29
3.2.15 Network Status .......................................................................................29
Chapter 4 Administrator Mode ...........................................30
4.1 Video and Motion..................................................................................................33
4.1.1 Multicast ...................................................................................................33
4.1.2 Video Settings .........................................................................................34
4.1.3 Motion Detection.......................................................................................40
4.1.4 Privacy Mask ............................................................................................41
4.1.5 Text Overlay .............................................................................................42
4.1.6 Tampering Alarm ......................................................................................43
4.1.7 Visual Automation.....................................................................................45
4.1.8 Video Channel Source Settings ................................................................46
4.2 Digital I/O & PTZ...................................................................................................47
4.2.1 PTZ Settings.............................................................................................47
4.2.2 Input/Output Settings...............................................................................48
4.2.3 GPS/Wiegand..........................................................................................51
4.2.4 Buzzer ......................................................................................................54
4.3 Events & Alerts .....................................................................................................55
4.3.1 E-mail .......................................................................................................55
4.3.2 FTP...........................................................................................................57
4.3.3 Center V2 .................................................................................................59
4.3.4 VSM..........................................................................................................61
4.3.5 GV-GIS....................................................................................................63
4.3.6 Backup Center..........................................................................................65
4.3.7 Video Gateway/Recording Server.............................................................67
4.3.8 ViewLog Server ........................................................................................69
4.3.9 3GPP/RTSP .............................................................................................70
4.4 Monitoring.............................................................................................................71
4.5 Recording Schedule..............................................................................................73
4.5.1 Recording Schedule Settings....................................................................73
4.5.2 I/O Monitoring Settings .............................................................................74
4.6 Remote ViewLog ..................................................................................................74
4.7 Network ................................................................................................................75
4.7.1 LAN ..........................................................................................................75
4.7.2 Wireless-Client Mode................................................................................77
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4.7.3 Advanced TCP/IP .....................................................................................79
4.7.4 UMTS .......................................................................................................83
4.7.5 Multicast ...................................................................................................85
4.7.6 IP Filter .....................................................................................................86
4.7.7 SNMP Setting ...........................................................................................87
4.8 Management.........................................................................................................88
4.8.1 Date and Time Settings ............................................................................88
4.8.2 GPS Maps Settings ..................................................................................90
4.8.3 Storage Settings .......................................................................................91
4.8.4 User Account ............................................................................................94
4.8.5 Log Information.........................................................................................95
4.8.6 System Log...............................................................................................96
4.8.7 Tools.........................................................................................................97
4.8.8 Languages................................................................................................99
Chapter 5 Recording and Playback .................................100
5.1 Recording ...........................................................................................................100
5.2 Playback .............................................................................................................100
5.2.1 Playback Using USB Mass Storage Device ............................................101
5.2.2 Playback over Network ...........................................................................105
5.2.3 Playback of GPS Tracks .........................................................................106
5.2.4 Playback of Daylight Saving Time Events...............................................108
Chapter 6 Advanced Applications ...................................109
6.1 Upgrading System Firmware...............................................................................109
6.1.1 Using the Web Interface .........................................................................110
6.1.2 Using the IP Device Utility.......................................................................111
6.2 Backing Up and Restoring Settings.....................................................................112
6.2.1 Backing Up the Settings..........................................................................112
6.2.2 Restoring the Settings.............................................................................113
6.3 GPS Tracking .....................................................................................................114
6.4 Restoring to Factory Default Settings .................................................................116
6.5 Verifying Watermark ...........................................................................................117
6.5.1 Accessing AVI Files ................................................................................117
6.5.2 Running Watermark Proof ......................................................................117
6.5.3 The Watermark Proof Window ................................................................118
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Chapter 7 DVR Configurations .........................................119
7.1 Setting Up GV-Video Server ...............................................................................121
7.1.1 Customizing GV-Video Server Settings ..................................................124
7.2 Receiving Cardholder Data from Video Server....................................................126
7.3 Remote Monitoring with Multi View .....................................................................128
7.4 Remote Monitoring with E-Map...........................................................................130
Chapter 8 CMS Configurations.........................................132
8.1 Center V2 ...........................................................................................................132
8.2 VSM....................................................................................................................134
8.3 Dispatch Server ..................................................................................................135
Chapter 9 Auxiliary Device Connectors ..........................136
9.1 GV-VS04H and GV-VS14 ...................................................................................136
9.1.1 Pin Assignment.......................................................................................136
9.1.2 Relay Output...........................................................................................137
9.2 GV-VS11 ............................................................................................................138
9.3 GV-VS12 ............................................................................................................139
9.3.1 Pin Assignment.......................................................................................139
9.3.2 RS-232 Terminal Block ...........................................................................140
Chapter 10 Mobile Phone Connection .............................141
10.1 PDA ..................................................................................................................143
10.1.1 Installing GV-GView V2 ........................................................................143
10.1.2 Activating the GV-GView Function........................................................143
10.1.3 Connecting to GV-Video Server............................................................143
10.1.4 Playing Back the Recordings from GV-Video Server.............................145
10.1.5 Other Functions ....................................................................................146
10.2 Windows Smartphone.......................................................................................151
10.2.1 Installing GV-MSView V2 / V3...............................................................151
10.2.2 Activating the GV-MSView V2 / V3 Function.........................................151
10.2.3 Connecting to GV-Video Server............................................................151
10.2.4 Playing Back the Recordings from GV-Video Server.............................154
10.2.5 Other Functions ....................................................................................154
10.3 Symbian Smartphone .......................................................................................155
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10.3.1 Installing GV-SSView V3 ......................................................................155
10.3.2 Activating the GV-SSView V3 Function.................................................155
10.3.3 Connecting to GV-Video Server............................................................155
10.3.4 Quick Connection .................................................................................156
10.3.5 Playing Back the Recordings from GV-Video Server.............................157
10.3.6 Other Functions ....................................................................................157
10.4 3G Mobile Phone ..............................................................................................158
10.4.1 Activating the 3G Mobile Phone Function .............................................158
10.4.2 Connecting to the GV-Video Server ......................................................158
10.4.3 Playing Back the Recordings from GV-Video Server.............................160
10.5 Android Smartphone .........................................................................................162
10.5.1 Connecting to GV-Video Server............................................................163
10.5.2 Accessing Live View .............................................................................164
10.6 iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad............................................................................166
10.6.1 Connecting to GV-Video Server............................................................167
10.6.2 Accessing Live View .............................................................................168
Specifications .......................................................................170
Video...........................................................................................................................170
Audio...........................................................................................................................170
Management ...............................................................................................................171
Network.......................................................................................................................171
Power over Ethernet....................................................................................................171
External Interface ........................................................................................................172
Environment................................................................................................................172
Physical.......................................................................................................................172
Applications.................................................................................................................172
Appendix…............................................................................173
A. Settings for Internet Explore 8 or later ................................................................173
B. Supported Wireless LAN USB Adaptor...............................................................173
C. Supported Mobile Broadband Device .................................................................174
D. The RTSP Command .........................................................................................174
E. The Supported PTZ Cameras.............................................................................175
F. The CGI Command ............................................................................................177
G. Default Port Value ..............................................................................................177

Chapter 1 Introduction
The GV-Video Server, including the models GV-VS04H, GV-VS11, GV-VS12 and GV-
VS14, allows the conversion of any analog camera into a fully functional IP camera. It
streams the real-time digital video over the Internet in the same way that current IP
cameras do. With the analog cameras attached to the GV-Video Server, you can see
camera images through a Web browser anytime and anywhere. And with the GV-Video
Server connected to the GV-System, your existing surveillance system can be upgraded
and networked into a new IP surveillance system.
1.1 Models
The GV-Video Server has the following models:
GV-VS04H
- 4-channel video inputs
- Records up to120 (NTSC) / 100 (PAL) fps at the D1 resolution
- H.264 video compression
- Two-way audio
- GPS tracking / Wiegand access control support
GV-VS11
- 1-channel video input
- Records up to 30 (NTSC) / 25 (PAL) fps at the D1 resolution
- H.264, MEPG4 and MJPEG video compression
- One-way audio
- Dual streams
GV-VS12
- 2-channel video inputs
- Records up to 60 (NTSC) / 50 (PAL) fps at the D1 resolution
- MEPG4, MJPEG and H.264 video compression
- Two-way audio
- GPS tracking support
GV-VS14
- 4-channel video inputs
- Records up to120 (NTSC) / 100 (PAL) fps at the D1 resolution
- H.264 and MJPEG video compression
- Two-way audio
- GPS tracking / Wiegand access control support
- Dual Streams

1.2 Packing List
1.2.1 GV-VS04H / GV-VS14
Figure 1-1
1. AC Power Cord x 1
2. DC Male-to-Male Cable (for powering on
the camera through GV-Video Server) x 1
3. Power Adaptor x 1
4. Wall Hook x 1
5. Conical Anchor x 4
6. Screw x 4
7. 3.5 mm Stereo to RCA Cable x 2
8. GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1
9. 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-Mare
Cables and one DC 1-Male to 4-Female Cable to power
on four cameras through the GV-Video Server.
1.2.2 GV-VS11
Figure 1-2
1. Power Adaptor x 1
2. GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1
3. GV-NVR Software CD/DVD x 1
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1.2.3 GV-VS12
Figure 1-3
1. AC Power Cord x 1
2. Power Adaptor x 1
3. I/O Cable with RJ-45 Connector x 1
4. Wall Hook x 1
5. Conical Anchor x 4
6. Screw x 4
7. Sticker (for positioning conical anchors) x 1
8. GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1
9. GV-NVR Software CD/DVD x 1
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1.3 System Requirement
To access the Web interface of the GV-Video Server, it is required to use Microsoft
Internet Explorer 7.x or later.
Note:
1. For the users of Internet Explorer 8 or later, additional settings are required. For
details, see Appendix A.
2. Internet Explorer 10 is not supported in all the firmware of GV-Video Server.
1.4 PoE Support
The models supporting PoE (Power over Ethernet) include:
•GV-VS04H and GV-VS12
When the PoE (Power over Ethernet) function is used, please note:
•The I/O terminal functions cannot work. Don’t connect any devices to the I/O terminal
block on the rear panel of the unit.
•External power supply is required for USB storage device when used for recording.
See “Power over Ethernet” in Specifications later in this manual before purchasing a PoE
adaptor.
1.5 GPS Support
Attached with the GV-GPS Receiver, the GV-Video Server allows you to perform vehicle
tracking on Google Maps. The models supporting GPS function include:
•GV-VS04H, GV-VS12 and GV-VS14.
Different models of the GV-Video Server support different interfaces:
•UART: GV-VS04H and GV-VS14
•RS-232: GV-VS12
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1.6 Options
Optional devices can expand your GV-Video Server’s capabilities and versatility. Contact
your dealer for more information.
GV-GPS Receiver
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).
GV-Relay V2 Working with the GV-Relay V2, the GV-Video Server is
capable of driving the loads of relay outputs over 5 volts.
GV-Storage System The iSCSI storage system allows you to record files over
the Internet.
GV-WiFi USB Adaptor
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.
GV-PA191 PoE
Adaptor
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 and GV-VS12.
GV-VR605A DC
Voltage Regulator
With the GV-VR605A, you can install GV-Video Server in
the car. The GV-VR605A will supply and maintain a 12V
voltage to the GV-Video Server and its connected cameras.
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. The following devices are only supported by GV-VS04H and GV-VS14.
GV-Reader
GV-Reader includes transmit-receive antenna and
electronics. Featured with the Wiegand output, the unit is
compatible with any standard access control panel.
GV-R1352 Card
Reader
The GV-R1352 is a card reader designed to recognize
identification cards. Featured with the Wiegand output, 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.
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1.7 Physical Description
This section identifies the various components of the GV-Video Server.
1.7.1 Front View
1.7.1.1 GV-VS04H / GV-VS14
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4
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Figure 1-4
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No. Name Function
1 Video Input 4 plugs for video inputs.
2 Speaker Output A plug for the speaker device.
3 Audio Input Each plug is for 2 audio inputs.
4 Reset It reboots the GV-Video Server, and keeps all current
configurations.
5 Default Button It resets all configurations to their factory settings. See 6.4
Restoring to Factory Default Settings.
6 Disk Full/Fault
LED This LED is on, indicating the hard drive is full or faulty.
7 Ready LED This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server is ready for
connection.
8 Power LED This LED is on, indicating the power is supplied.
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1.7.1.3 GV-VS11
1
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5
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Figure 1-5
No. Name Function
1 Video Input 1 plug for video input.
2 Default Button It resets all configurations to their factory settings. See 6.4
Restoring to Factory Default Settings.
3 Audio Input 1 plug for audio input.
4 Ready LED This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server is ready for
connection.
5 Power LED This LED is on, indicating the power is supplied.
1.7.1.4 GV-VS12
Figure 1-6
No. Name Function
1 USB Port 1 USB port for installing the portable storage device.
2 Speaker Output A plug for the speaker device.
3 Audio Input 2 plugs for audio inputs.
4 Video Input 2 plugs for video inputs.
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1.7.2 Rear View
1.7.2.2 GV-VS04H / GV-VS14
Figure 1-7
No. Name Function
1 USB Port 2 USB ports for installing portable storage devices.
2 Terminal Block
The connectors for digital input, relay output, PTZ camera,
Wiegand device and GPS module control. See Chapter 9 Auxiliary
Device Connectors.
3 Ethernet Port
A plug for a 10/100 Ethernet or PoE.
Note: GV-VS14 does not support PoE function.
4 Power Out
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.
5 Power In A plug for power input.
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1.7.2.3 GV-VS11
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Figure 1-8
No. Name Function
1 USB Port 1 USB port for installing portable storage device.
2 Ethernet Port A plug for inserting an Ethernet cable to build the network
connection.
3 Terminal Block The connectors for digital input, digital output and PTZ camera
control. See Chapter 9 Auxiliary Device Connectors.
4 Power In A plug for power input.
1.7.2.4 GV-VS12
1 2 3 4 5 6
7
8
Figure 1-9
No. Name Function
1 Power In A plug for power input.
2 Ethernet Port A plug for a 10/100 Ethernet or PoE.
3 USB Port 1 USB port for installing the portable storage device.
4 I/O / PTZ Port
A port for digital input, relay output and PTZ camera control. Insert
the I/O Cable with RJ-45 Connector to this port. See Chapter 9
Auxiliary Device Connectors.
5 RS-232
Terminal Block
The connectors for GPS module control. See Chapter 9 Auxiliary
Device Connectors.
6 Default Button It resets all configurations to their factory settings. See 6.4
Restoring to Factory Default Settings.
7 Ready LED This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server is ready for
connection.
8 Power LED This LED is on, indicating the power is supplied.

Getting Started
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Chapter 2 Getting Started
This section provides basic information to get the GV-Video Server working on the network.
2.1 Installing on a Network
These instructions describe the basic connections to install the GV-Video Server on the
network. Here we use GV-VS04H as the example to demonstrate the steps.
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3
4
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Figure 2-1
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 the power using one of the following methods:
zUse the supplied power adapter, connect to power.
zUse the Power over Ethernet (PoE) function. The power is provided over the
network cable.
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.
7. By default, the GV-Video Server is assigned with an unused IP address by the DHCP
server when the unit is connected to the network. The IP address remains unchanged
unless you unplug or disconnect it from the network.
zTo see how to look up the IP address assigned by the DHCP server, see 2.2
Checking the IP Address.
zIf the GV-Video Server is installed in a LAN without the DHCP server, the default IP
address 192.168.0.10 will be applied. To change the IP address, see 2.3 Changing
the IP Address.
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Note:
1. The GV-VS11 / GV-VS14 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.
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