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GeoVision GV-VD8700 Quick Start Manual

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Quick Start Guide

GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome
Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
VD8700V10-QG-A
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.

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  • Page 1: Quick Start Guide

    Quick Start Guide GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome Before attempting to connect or operate this product, VD8700V10-QG-A please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
  • Page 2 GeoVision. 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Note for Connecting to GV-VMS / DVR / NVR........ii Note for Recording................iii Note for Installing Camera Outdoor............iv 1. Introduction..................1 1.1 Packing List ......................1 1.2 Optional Accessories ....................2 1.3 Overview ........................3 1.4 Installation Flowchart ....................5 2. Installation..................6 3. Connecting the Camera..............15 3.1 I/O Connector .......................16 4.

  • Page 4: Note For Connecting To Gv-Vms / Dvr / Nvr

    Note for Connecting to GV-VMS / DVR / NVR The camera is designed to work with and record on GV-DVR / NVR / VMS, a video management system. Once the camera is connected to the GV-DVR / NVR / VMS, the resolution set on the GV-DVR / NVR / VMS will override the resolution set on the camera’s Web interface.

  • Page 5: Note For Recording

    Web interface to record alarm events to the memory card inserted in the camera upon disconnection from GV-DVR / NVR / VMS. See 4.4.3 Tools, GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome User’s Manual for details. 2. Mind the following when using a memory card for recording: Recorded data on the memory card can be damaged or lost if the data are ...

  • Page 6: Note For Installing Camera Outdoor

    Note for Installing Camera Outdoor When installing the camera, be sure that: The camera is set up above the junction box to prevent water from entering the camera along the cables. Any PoE, power, audio and I/O cables are waterproofed using waterproof silicon rubber or the like.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    1. Introduction Welcome to the GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome Quick Start Guide. In the following sections, you will learn the basic installations and configurations. For a detailed user manual, see the GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome User’s Manual: http://www.geovision.com.tw/download/product/.

  • Page 8: Optional Accessories

    Introduction 1.2 Optional Accessories Optional devices can expand your camera’s capabilities and versatility. Contact our sales representatives for more information. Name Details GV-Mount Accessories The GV-Mount Accessories provides a comprehensive lineup of accessories for installing the camera on ceiling, wall corner and pole. For details, see GV-Mount Accessories Installation Guide.

  • Page 9: Overview

    1.3 Overview...
  • Page 10 Introduction Name Description The power LED (top) turns on when the power is on and turns off when there is no power supply. LED Indicators The status LED (bottom) turns on when the system operates normally and turns off when an error occurs.

  • Page 11: Installation Flowchart

    1.4 Installation Flowchart See the flowchart for a clear idea of the installation process before proceeding to Chapter 2 Installation. Refer to the relevant sections in GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome User’s Manual if needed. Install the camera at the ideal camera posion 5.3 Ideal Camera Position...

  • Page 12: Installation

    For details on these installations, see GV-Mount Accessories Installation Guide. You need to format the memory card before using it for the first time. For details, see 4.4.4 External Storage Settings, GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome User’s Manual. Remove the housing cover with the supplied torx wrench.
  • Page 13 Optionally remove the cables that attach the built-in microphone to the camera to assist with installation. Cables for built-in microphone Remove the back plate with the supplied torx wrench and remove the safety lock with a Philips screwdriver. Keep the removed screw for later use. Safety lock Thread wires into the camera.
  • Page 14 Installation Unplug the conduit connector inside the housing and disintegrate the connector. You should have 3 parts: Thread the audio wires and I/O wires through the conduit entry and then through parts 1, 2, and 3 of the conduit connector. Tip: To make the threading easier, it is recommended to thread the wires in the order described in Step 4-C.
  • Page 15 IMPORTANT: Use the supplied ruler and leave at least 14 cm of I/O wires and 10 cm of audio wires between their connectors on the camera and the conduit connector. The plugs are used to prevent water from entering the camera housing. Keep the unused holes plugged and save the removed plugs for future use.
  • Page 16 Installation Install the Ethernet cable. Rotate to remove the indicated cap and the plug inside. Thread an Ethernet cable (the end with no RJ-45 connector) and the optional power adapter wires from the back panel through the conduit connector. IMPORTANT: Use the supplied ruler and leave about 14 cm of the Ethernet cable between the connector on the camera and the conduit connector.
  • Page 17 Connect the wires to the camera and insert the memory card to the memory card slot. For details, see 1.3 Overview and Chapter 3 Connecting the Camera. Tip: Unscrew the indicated screws and lift the camera to help you connect the wires and insert the memory card.
  • Page 18 Installation Secure the back plate to the ceiling. Paste the sticker to the ceiling. The arrow on the sticker indicates the direction that the camera faces. Drill 4 holes for screws. The recommended ones are indicated as ‘1’. Insert the screw anchors to the 4 holes. Drill holes A &...
  • Page 19 Secure the camera to the desired location. Secure the safety lock to the camera with the screw you removed from the back plate in Step 2. Safety lock Thread all the wires into the ceiling and connect them. Secure the camera to the back plate with the torx wrench. 10.
  • Page 20 Installation Zoom Adjustment Focus Adjustment Loosen the screw Loosen the screw 12. Replace the silica gel bag, organize the wires and secure the camera cover with the torx wrench. Organize the wires to avoid blocking the lens...

  • Page 21: Connecting The Camera

    3. Connecting the Camera Use a standard network cable to connect the camera to your network. Optionally connect an external microphone. Connect power using one of the following methods:  Plug the power adapter to the power port.  Use the Power over Ethernet (PoE) function and the power will be provided over the network cable.

  • Page 22: I/O Connector

    The camera supports one digital input and one digital output of dry contact. Supplied I/O Cable Function Green Digital Output Black White Digital Input For details on how to enable an installed I/O device, see 4.2.4 I/O Control, GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome User’s Manual.

  • Page 23: Accessing The Camera

    4.2 Looking Up the Dynamic IP Address By default, GV-VD8700 is assigned with a dynamic IP address by the DHCP server when the camera is connected to the network. This IP address remains unchanged unless you unplug or disconnect your camera from the network.
  • Page 24 Accessing the Camera The login page appears. Type the default ID and password admin and click Apply.

  • Page 25: Setting Up For Face Recognition

    Note that Face Recognition is only supported by GV-VMS. When applying Face Recognition, one GV-VD8700 can only be connected one GV-VMS at a time. See Configuring Face Setting, Chapter 3, GV-VMS User’s Manual.
  • Page 26 Accessing the Camera  Height: The more aligned the camera is to the front view of the face, the better the recognition results. Mount the camera at a 15-degree angle to the face of the recognition targets, or at a height of approximately 2 m (6.56 ft). The recognition result is at its best at a distance of approximately 4 m (13.12 ft).
  • Page 27 Range: The recognition result is at its best when the target walks straight to the  camera. When the target deviates laterally, recognition is still possible as long as the target stays within a 15 degree range. The camera is unable to recognize the faces when the deviation exceeds 15 degrees.

  • Page 28: Adjusting Illumination

     the camera is installed in places with high flow of people such as hallways. For Nighttime Face Recognition, see 5.4.2 Nighttime, GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome User’s Manual. For other scenarios that may interfere with the recognition performance, such as intense lighting contrast in an environment, see 5.4.3 Low Illumination (WDR),...

  • Page 29: Enrolling Face Data

    After the camera and the environment’s lighting are set, it is required to create the face data by adding photos of the persons to be recognized into the Face Database of GV-VD8700. To enroll Face Data: Click System Settings. Then in the left menu, click Events and Alerts, select Face Recognition and click the Management tab.
  • Page 30 Accessing the Camera Fill out the following information:  Name: Type a desired name for the person.  Organization: Type a desired organization name for the person.  Group: Select from a list of ten groups in which the person shall be categorized under.
  • Page 31 Note: You can use the Group setting to trigger e-mail alerts and output alarms. The output alarms to be triggered by Group setting needs to be configured with a GV-I/O Box connected to GV-VMS. See Configuring Face Settings, Chapter 3, GV-VMS User’s Manual.

  • Page 32: Photo Requirements

    It is recommended to enroll at least 5 or more photos with different angles for each person. See 5.5.1 Photo Requirements in GV-VD8700 IR Vandal Proof IP Dome User’s Manual for more examples. You can enroll a maximum of 20 photos per Face...

  • Page 33: Upgrading System Firmware

    6. Upgrading System Firmware GeoVision periodically releases updated firmware on the GeoVision website: http://www.geovision.com.tw/download/product/. To load the new firmware into the camera, follow the instructions below. On the top bar, go to System Settings. In Tools under Management, select Firmware Upgrade.

  • Page 34: Restoring To Factory Default

    Restoring to Factory Default 7. Restoring to Factory Default If for any reason the camera is not responding correctly, you can reset it to its factory default setting by using its Web interface or pressing the Default button on the camera.

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