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Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate. GeoVision, Inc. makes no expressed or implied warranty of any kind and assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. No liability is assumed for incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of the information or products contained herein.
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Welcome to the GV-SNVR System User’s Manual. The GV-SNVR System has a series of models designed to meet different needs. This manual is designed for the following models and firmware versions: Models Firmware Version GV-SNVR0411 V2.10 GV-SNVR0400F V1.11 GV-SNVR1600 V1.21...
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Caution The GV-SNVR System is designed only for indoor usage.
Up to 4 / 16 Access GV-IP Cameras Live View Play back GV-SNVR GV-Edge Recording Manager Recording GV-Control Center GV-Vital Sign Monitor GV-Center V2 GV-Joystick V2 (for PTZ Camera) Web Browser Figure 1-1 Note: H.265 video compression is only supported by GV-SNVR0411.
˙ 4-Channel video recording (for GV-SNVR0411 / 0400F ) ˙ 16-Channel video recording (for GV-SNVR1600) ˙ Automatic search and set-up for GV-IP Cameras ˙ Support for third-party IP cameras through ONVIF and RTSP (for GV-SNVR0411) ˙ 4-Port PoE (IEEE 802.3af) for camera connection (for GV-SNVR0411) ˙ Video Resolution...
- Records up to 16 IP channels 1.3 Packing List and Package You can choose to purchase a GV-SNVR0411 / 0400F / 1600 package or a GV-SNVR0400F bundled package which includes 4 GV-Target IP Camera of your choice, and with or without a GV-PoE switch.
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GV-SNVR0400F 1. GV-SNVR0400F 2. AC Power Cord 3. AC/DC Adapter (DC 19V, 3.42A, 65 W) 4. Screw x 6 (for HDD) 5. SATA Cable 6. Firmware CD/DVD 7. Software CD/DVD 8. Quick Start Guide 9. Warranty Card GV-SNVR1600 GV-SNVR1600 AC Power Cord SATA Cable x 4 HDD Mounting Bracket Kit (4 pairs and 32 screws included)
Introduction 1.3.2 GV-SNVR Bundled Package GV-SNVR0400F 1. GV-SNVR0400F Package x 1 2. Target IP Camera x 4 3. GV-POE0400 x 1 Note: For the Target IP Camera, select any 4 models from GV-EBL1100 / 2100, GV-EBX1100 / 2100, GV-EDR1100 / 2100, GV-EFD1100 / 2100. For more information, contact our sales representatives.
1.4.3 System Requirements Recommended Hard Disks GV-SNVR0411 supports 1 SATA HDD (3.5”) with up to 8 TB capacities, GV-SNVR0400F supports 1 SATA HDD (3.5”) with up to 4 TB capacities, and GV-SNVR1600 supports 4 SATA HDD (3.5”) with total up to 16 TB capacities. For system efficiency, it is recommended to use the enterprise-level hard disk drives instead of desktop-level or green HDD.
Introduction 1.5 Options Optional devices can expand your GV-SNVR’s capabilities and versatility. Contact your dealer for more information. The GV-Joystick V2 facilitates the PTZ camera control. It can be GV-Joystick V2 plugged into the GV-SNVR for independent use to empower the operation of PTZ cameras.
1.6 Overview 1.6.1 Front View 1.6.1.1 GV-SNVR0411 Figure 1-1 No. Name Function Power LED Shows constant Green when the power is supplied for the device. Shows constant red when the following situations occur: ˙ No hard drive is installed. HDD Fail LED ˙...
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Introduction 1.6.1.2 GV-SNVR0400F 1 2 3 Figure 1-2 No. Name Function USB 2.0 Port Connects to a keyboard, mouse, USB flash drive or GV-Joystick V2. Audio In Not functional. Audio Out Connects to a speaker. Power LED Shows constant blue when the power is supplied for the device. Shows constant red when the following situations occur: ˙...
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1.6.1.3 GV-SNVR1600 Figure 1-3 No. Name Function Power Button Turns on/off the power. Power LED Shows constant blue when the power is supplied for the device. HDD Status LED Flashes blue when the hard drive is writing or reading data. Shows constant red when the following situations occur: ˙...
Introduction 1.6.2 Rear View 1.6.2.1 GV-SNVR0411 Figure 1-4 No. Name Function DC 52 V (Power Input) Connects to power supply. Connects to cameras, delivering power and network Megabit PoE Ports connection to the cameras. Connects to the network. Connects to a keyboard, mouse, USB flash drive or USB 2.0 Port...
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1.6.2.2 GV-SNVR0400F Figure 1-5 No. Name Function Gigabit Ethernet Port Connects to the network. HDMI Output Connects to a HD TV. Connects to a keyboard, mouse, USB flash drive or GV-Joystick USB 2.0 Port Restores the device to default settings. Press the button for 15 Default Button seconds to load default.
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Introduction 1.6.2.3 GV-SNVR1600 Figure 1-6 No. Name Function Audio Microphone In Port Not functional. VGA Monitor Output Connects to a VGA monitor. HDMI Port Connects to a HD TV. Connects to a keyboard, mouse, USB flash drive or USB 2.0 Port x 4 GV-Joystick V2.
2.1.1 GV-SNVR0411 Installing the Hard Drive Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to GV-SNVR0411. 1. Unscrew three screws on the bottom and two screws on the sides; then remove the cover. Figure 2-1 2.
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Getting Started 3. Secure the hard drive from the back of the drawer using the supplied 4 screws. Figure 2-4 4. Connect the SATA Power Cable and Data Cable to the hard drive. Data Cable SATA Power Cable Figure 2-5 5.
2.1.2 GV-SNVR0400F Installing the Hard Drive Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to GV-SNVR0400F. 1. Unscrew the two screws on the rear panel and remove the cover. Figure 2-6 2. Unscrew the drive drawer and take it out from the device. Figure 2-7...
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Getting Started 3. Place the hard drive in the drive drawer as below by aligning the three holes. Figure 2-8 4. Secure the hard drive with the drive drawer using the supplied 6 screws (3 screws on each side). Figure 2-9 5.
6. Put the drive drawer back in the device and secure the two screws on the drive drawer (Figure 2-7). 7. Assemble the cover with the device by tightening the screws on rear panel (Figure 2-6). The hard drive is now ready to use. 2.1.3 GV-SNVR1600 Installing the Hard Drive Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to the GV-SNVR1600.
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Getting Started 3. Align the mounting bracket with the holes inside the unit. Front Panel Left Right Rear Panel Figure 2-13 4. Tighten the 4 screws on the side of the hard drive. Front Rear Panel Panel Side View of the HDD Figure 2-14 5.
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6. To install more HDDs, repeat the steps above. 7. Place the cover back and tighten the screws. The hard drive is now ready for use. Installing the L-Shaped Brackets Tighten the 6 screws to secure and attach the 2 L-shaped brackets to each side of GV-SNVR1600.
Getting Started 2.2 Connecting the GV-SNVR Follow the steps below to connect the GV-SNVR. GV-SNVR0411 GV-SNVR0400F...
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VGA monitor to the D-Sub connector for dual-monitor display. 5. Connect the mouse and the keyboard to the USB ports. 6. Only for GV-SNVR0411, connect cameras to the GV-SNVR using Ethernet cables. Press the power button to turn on the GV-SNVR.
Getting Started 2.2.1 Network Connection for GV-SNVR1600 There are two network ports, LAN and WAN, for the GV-SNVR1600. If both network ports are used simultaneously, only the WAN port can be connected to the Internet. Therefore, it is recommended to connect the devices as below. Internet GV-IP Cameras GV-SNVR1600...
2.3 Setting Up GV-IP Camera After installing the IP cameras under the same LAN with the GV-SNVR, you can now add the cameras to GV-SNVR. 2.3.1 Automatically Setting Up GV-IP Camera To automatically set up the IP cameras, follow the steps below. Power on the GV-SNVR.
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The GV-SNVR supports a total bandwidth of up to 40 Mbps for GV-SNVR0411, up to 50Mbps for GV-SNVR0400F, and up to 100 Mbps for GV-SNVR1600. The total bandwidth can be found in the top-right corner of the camera list.
2.3.2 Manually Connecting GV-IP Cameras You can manually add the GV- IP cameras to the camera list. On the Camera page, click the Add Cameras button. Type the IP Address, Username and Password of the desired IP camera. Keep the default Port 10000 or modify if necessary.
Getting Started 2.3.3 Manually Connecting Third-Party IP Camera The information in this section only applies to GV-SNVR0411.You can connect the third-party cameras through ONVIF and RTSP protocols. Note: 1. Exceptionally, GV-EBD4700 is an H.265 IP camera using ONVIF protocol for connection.
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For RTSP Protocol Type the Username and Password of the desired IP camera. Select TCP or UDP under Type of Connection. Type the RTSP URL to enable Stream1 and Stream2. For the RTSP command, consult the documentation of the third-party IP camera. Figure 2-22-1 Click Apply to add the IP camera.
Getting Started 2.3.4 Changing Camera IP Address and Assigning Channels On the Camera page, you can change the IP address of the connected cameras by clicking on the IP address. You can also re-assign the camera to another channel. For example, to change the camera on Channel 1, deselect the connected camera on Channel 1 and select another camera for connection.
2.4 Formatting the Hard Drive After installing the hard drive to GV-SNVR, you need to format the hard drive before enabling the monitoring. On the main screen, click the Setting button. Figure 2-24 Select Storage. Figure 2-25 Click Format. This dialog box appears. Figure 2-26 Click Execute to format the hard drive.
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Getting Started When the hard drive is successfully formatted, its icon should be marked with a green tick, and the “Normal” message appears. The information of operating temperature, hard drive status and total time in use is also displayed. Operating Time in Use Temperature HDD Status...
2.5 Main Screen Close the Camera page to see the connected channels on the main screen. Here we use GV-SNVR0400F for illustration. Figure 2-28 No. Name Description Indicates the camera name. The column changes from gray to red Camera Name when the recording is enabled.
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Getting Started Playback Displays the playback panel. Date / Time Displays the current date and time. Displays the device name of GV-SNVR. See Device Name in 3.7 Device Name System. Temperature Displays the current temperature. 10 Model Name Displays the model name of GV-SNVR.
2.6 Enabling Recording To start recording, click the Record button (No. 4, Figure 2-28) and select a camera. To enable recording for all the connected cameras, select Start All Monitoring. By default, the GV-SNVR records with the Round-the-clock mode. The default recording resolution and codec depend on the settings of each camera.
Getting Started 2.8 Live Monitoring GV-SNVR0411 / GV-SNVR0400F On the main screen, the live view of connected cameras is displayed in 4 divisions by default. You can click the Division button (No. 5, Figure 2-28) and select 1 or 4 Division.
2.8.2 Audio To enable the audio function on live video, follow the steps below. Note: To listen to the audio, make sure the Enable Audio function is applied for the camera. For details, see 3.1 Camera. Click the live view of the desired camera to switch to full screen. Click the camera name and select Speaker.
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Getting Started Home: Brings the PTZ live view back to the Home position. Pan/Tilt Control: Allows the camera to pan and tilt to any angle. Zoom Control: Allows the camera to zoom in or out. Focus Control: Adjusts the camera to focus in or out. ...
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Digital PTZ Function For non-PTZ cameras, the Digital PTZ (DPTZ) function allows you to simulate the PTZ movement on the screen. Note: The DPTZ function is only available for GV-SNVR1600. To enable the DPTZ function on live video, click the camera name of desired camera and select Enable Digital PTZ.
System Configuration Chapter 3 System Configuration This section introduces the settings of camera, video recording, network, storage, display, service and system. Camera To access the camera settings, click the Edit button of the camera on the Camera page. Figure 3-1 The Camera Settings page appears.
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Motion Sensitivity: Configure the sensitivity value from 1 to 10 for the motion detection. The higher the value, the more sensitive the camera is to the motion. Codec: For GV-SNVR0400F / 1600, the video codec is H.264. For GV-SNVR0411, select video codec between H.264 and H.265. ...
System Configuration Recording You can set up desired recording mode for specific period on specific days for each connected camera. The default recording mode is round-the-clock. Figure 3-3 1. Select a camera from the drop-down list at the upper-right corner. 2.
Network The Network section includes basic network configurations that enable the GV-SNVR to be connected to the network. By default, the GV-SNVR is assigned with a dynamic IP address when connecting to the network. [LAN] Figure 3-4 IP Configuration: Select DHCP or Static according to your network environment. ...
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System Configuration [WAN] Figure 3-5 IP Configuration: Select DHCP or Static according to your network environment. MAC Address: Displays the MAC Address of the GV-SNVR. To enable the PPPoE connection, select PPPoE and fill out the required settings below. ...
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DDNS function, you should have applied for a Host Name from the DDNS service provider’s website. The provider is GeoVision DDNS Server: http://ns.gvdip.com/register.aspx. Figure 3-6 To enable the DDNS function, click the Enable box, type the hostname and password you have registered with GeoVision DDNS Server and click Apply.
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System Configuration [E-mail] Configure your mail server to allow e-mail notification upon: ˙ Recording error of writing recording data to the hard disk drive ˙ Request for retrieving the username and password for system login Figure 3-7 Sender: Type the sender’s e-mail address. ...
[Web Server] Figure 3-8 Web Port: The Web Port is used for connection with compatible GeoVision software and allows users to access GV-SNVR through the Web interface. The default port is 80. Streaming port (VSS): The VSS streaming port is used for connection with GV-Eye mobile application and compatible GeoVision software.
System Configuration Display You can adjust how you want GV-SNVR to be displayed. GV-SNVR0400F / 1600 GV-SNVR0411 Figure 3-9 Language: Select a language for the OSD interface. Show Style: Select a color scheme for GV-SNVR interface. Black scheme is selected by default.
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1080p Preserve Aspect Ratio (Video): Only for GV-SNVR0411, enable to preserve the aspect ratio of your camera. Restart the GV-SNVR System for the change to take effect. IMPORTANT: For GV-SNVR0411, when you configure the channel resolution to 4K, be sure your monitor is a 4K-capable monitor;...
4. Type the Username and Password of the GV-Center V2 or GV-Vital Sign Monitor. 5. Only for connecting GV-SNVR0411 / 1600, select camera channels. When Motion or Video Lost Event occurs, the selected cameras will send a notification or a video to GV-Center V2 or GV-Vital Sign Monitor.
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Note: For compatible version of GV-Center V2 and GV-Vital Sign Monitor, see 1.4.2 Supported GeoVision Applications for details. For GV-Center V2, audio function of live view is only supported in Single Live View Window, and the IP device must be connected through stream 1.
You can connect GV-Eye to GV-SNVR using the QR Code scan. Follow the steps below to scan the QR Code. Note: Currently GV-SNVR1600 (firmware V1.20 or later) and GV-SNVR0411 (firmware V2.00 or later) are supported for this function. To use this function, the computer installed with GV-SNVR must be connected to the Internet.
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2. Hold your mobile device over the QR Code on GV-SNVR to the point where the QR Code is clearly visible. Figure 3-12 Figure 3-13 3. When the scanning is successful, tap Update Indexes, and tap Save. The IP devices from GV-SNVR are imported onto the camera list of your mobile device.
System Configuration System On the System page, you can change the device name of GV-SNVR and login information. You can also access the time settings and system log. Figure 3-15 [System] Device Name: Type a desired name for the GV-SNVR. ...
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Default Camera Password: Set up the default password of camera for connection. The default is admin. Channel: Only for GV-SNVR0411, select a channel mode that conforms the resolution of your camera. See the maximum resolution per channel according to the connection protocol below. For live view streaming details, see Appendix B.
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System Configuration Keep Days: Only for GV-SNVR0411 / 1600, select Enable and drag the slider to specify the number of days to keep the video files in storage. To restore the GV-SNVR to default settings, click Load Default and follow the on-screen instructions.
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[System Log] This page lists all the changes made to the system. Figure 3-17 To export the system log, click the Export button at the upper-right corner and click Apply. A USB flash drive needs to be inserted in order to export system log. To search for specific events, click the Filter button at the upper-right corner to limit the search results using the following options.
Video Playback Chapter 4 Video Playback The timeline player plays back recorded video without affecting recording. There are two ways to launch the timeline player: ˙ On the main screen, click the Playback button (No. 6, Figure 2-28). ˙ On the camera live view, click the desired camera name and select Instant Playback. On the timeline player screen, the system automatically plays back video recording from 3 minutes before the playback function is enabled.
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For GV-SNVR0400F, displays a 24-hour timeline consisting of 48 grids, with each specifying half an hour. Live Closes the timeline player and returns to live view window. For GV-SNVR0411 / 0400F, switches between 1-channel and 4-channel Division view; for GV-SNVR1600, switches between 1-channel, 4-channel, 9-channel and 16-channel view.
3. Select the desired date and time period of video recording. 4. Select the channel of desired camera and click Export. For backup recordings in GeoVision AVI or Standard AVI format, you need to install GeoVision codec in the dedicated PC to play back the recordings using Windows Media Player.
For supported Web browsers and compatible GeoVision applicaitions, see 1.4 Compatible Products and System Requirements for details. The maximum number of remote network connection is 10 in total for GV-SNVR0411 / 0400F and 34 in total for GV-SNVR1600. Every connected channel will be counted as 1 connection.
Login. 4. To enable the update of live view on your Web browser, you must set the Web browser to allow ActiveX controls and perform a one-time installation of GeoVision’s ActiveX components on your computer. After the installation, live view will be displayed.
Select screen divisions and switch between cameras in single division. Up / Down Access the following system configuration pages of GV-SNVR: Camera (only for GV-SNVR0411), Recording, Network, Storage, Service, System. Setting See Chapter 3 System Configuration for more information on these settings.
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View. PAP: Enable the PAP function. For details, See 5.1.4 Picture-and-Picture View. Geo Fisheye: Only for GV-SNVR0411, select to open the fisheye settings. For details, See 5.1.6 Fisheye View. Shows the device name of GV-SNVR. See Device Name in 3.7 Device Name System.
5.1.2 Snapshot of Live Video To take a snapshot of live video, follow the steps below. 1. Right-click on the live view of desired camera and select Snapshot. This dialog box appears. Figure 5-3 2. Select a desired saving path, type the file name and select JPEG or BMP as the Save as Type.
Remote Access to the GV-SNVR 5.1.3 Picture-in-Picture View With the Picture in Picture (PIP) view, you can crop the video to get a close-up view or zoom in on the video. This function is useful for detailed images of the surveillance area. 1.
5.1.4 Picture-and-Picture View With the Picture and Picture (PAP) view, you can create a split video effect with multiple close-up views on the image. Up to 7 close-up views can be defined for clear and detailed images of the surveillance area. 1.
Remote Access to the GV-SNVR 5.1.5 Digital PTZ Control In non-PTZ cameras, the Digital PTZ (DPTZ) function allows you to simulate the PTZ movement on the screen. This function is also supported in PT / PTZ cameras. Note: The Digital PTZ function is not supported in the 16-division display. 1.
5.1.6 Fisheye View Only for GV-SNVR0411 connecting GeoVision IP Fisheye camera, a fisheye camera allows you to cover all angles of a location with just one fisheye camera. Using different fisheye view modes, the distorted hemispherical image produced by the fisheye camera can be converted to a conventional rectilinear projection.
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Remote Access to the GV-SNVR Camera Modes: You can choose among four view modes. Quad view: Composed of four PTZ views. 360 degree: Composed of two PTZ view and one 360º panoramic view. Dual 180 degree: Composed of two 180º views. ...
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Camera Position: Select Ceiling, Wall or Ground according to where the camera is mounted. Adjust AutoPan Speed At Top-Left Channel: Select low, medium, or high speed to enable Auto Pan for one PTZ view at the rotation speed of your choice. This option applies to Quad view, 360º...
Note: GV-SNVR0400F / 1600 is only compatible with GV-Edge Recording Manager (Windows Version) V1.1.0.0 or later; GV-SNVR0411 is only compatible with GV-Edge Recording Manager (Windows Version) V1.2.0.0 or later. Audio function of live view is only supported in Single Live View Window, and the IP...
Note: GV-SNVR0400F / 1600 is only compatible with GV-Control Center V3.3.0.0 or later; GV-SNVR0411 is only compatible with GV-Control Center V3.4.0.0 or later. Audio function of live view is only supported in Single Live View Window and Matrix View, and the IP device must be connected through stream 1.
Remote Access to the GV-SNVR Chapter 6 Advanced Applications 6.1 Upgrading System Firmware GeoVision periodically release the updated firmware on the Website. You can upgrade the firmware using a USB flash drive of FAT32 format. To upgrade the firmware, follow the steps below.
6.2 Using the GV-IP Device Utility The GV-IP Device Utility detects all the GV-IP Devices in the LAN and allows you to quickly set up the IP address of the device, upgrade firmware and export/import device settings. For details, see GV-IP Device Utility Installation Guide on the Software CD/DVD. 6.2.1 Looking up the IP Address You can use the GV-IP Device Utility to look up the IP address of your GV-SNVR and GV-IP Camera.
Remote Access to the GV-SNVR 6.2.3 Upgrading System Firmware You can also use the GV-IP Device Utility to upgrade firmware of multiple GV-SNVR at the same time. Note the computer used to upgrade firmware must be under the same LAN with the GV-SNVR.
4. If you like to upgrade all the GV-SNVR in the list, select Upgrade all devices. 5. Type Password, and click Upgrade to start the upgrade. 6.2.4 Backing up and Restoring Settings With the GV-IP Device Utility, you can back up the configurations in the GV-SNVR and restore the backup data to the current GV-SNVR or import it to another one.
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Remote Access to the GV-SNVR To restore the settings: 1. In Figure 6-5, click the Import Settings tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-6 2. Click the Browse button to locate the backup file (.dat). 3. Select Upgrade all devices to import the settings into all the GV-SNVR under the same LAN.
Appendix A. Tested and Supported Hard Disk Drives For system efficiency, it is recommended to use the enterprise-level hard disk drives instead of desktop-level or green HDD. The HDD listed below are tested by GeoVision. Model Capacity WD4000F9YZ 4 TB...
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3 TB HUS724040ALA640 4 TB HUS724020ALA640 2 TB B. Live View Streaming The default streaming for local display and Web browser access are listed below. GV-SNVR0411 Screen Display Default One Camera >2M All Camera <=2M 1 Division Stream 1 Stream 1...
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C. Supported Resolution by GV-SNVR To see the live view, make sure the resolutions of stream 1 and 2 both meet the specifications listed below. Camera Resolution GV-SNVR0411 Firmware Version V2.10 Stream Main Stream Sub Stream 2592 x 1944 2560 x 2048...
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Appendix 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 16 : 9 (Default) 640 x 360, 448 x 252 640 x 360 448 x 252 Camera Resolution GV-SNVR0400F Firmware Version V1.11 Stream Main Stream Sub Stream 1920 x 1080 1280 x 720 CH2 ~ CH4 16 : 9 (Default) 448 x 252...
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1280 x 1024 640 x 512, 320 x 256 CH1~CH16 640 x 512 320 x 256 320 x 256 2048 x 1944 20 : 19 1792 x 1696 640 x 608 (Fisheye 1440 x 1376 Camera Only) 1280 x 1200...
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