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- Page 1 GV-GF Fingerprint Reader User’s Manual Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. GF1911.1912.1921.1922-B...
- 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.
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Page 3: Preface
Preface Welcome to the GV-GF Fingerprint Reader User’s Manual. This Manual applies to the following GV-GF Fingerprint Readers: Product Version GV-GF1911 / 1912 V1.0 GV-GF1921 / 1922 V1.1... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface................i Contents ............... ii Regulatory Notices ......................v Caution........................... vi Installation Considerations .................... vii Firmware and Software Compatibility ................viii Chapter 1 Introduction ..........1 1.1 Packing List......................2 1.2 Options........................3 1.3 Serial Number / MAC Address................. 5 1.4 Installation ....................... - Page 5 5.1 Enrollment ......................37 5.2 Deletion ........................38 5.3 Using the Fingerprint Reader..................38 Chapter 6 Connecting an Alarm Device....39 6.1 GV-GF1911 / 1912 ....................39 6.2 GV-GF1921 / 1922 ....................40 Chapter 7 A Standalone Fingerprint Reader ...41 7.1 Physical Connection ....................41 7.2 Enabling the Local Mode ..................42 7.3 Fingerprints and Card Enrollment ................43...
- Page 6 Chapter 10 GV-Net Module Utility ......57 Specifications .............59 LED Indicator ..............62...
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Page 7: Regulatory Notices
Regulatory Notices FCC Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. -
Page 8: Caution
Caution The fingerprint reader is designed only for indoor usage. Avoid exposing to sunshine or rains. To keep the fingerprint reader in good working condition, it is recommended to have regular maintenance and physical cleaning of the reader. -
Page 9: Installation Considerations
Installation Considerations Note the distance limitations for Wiegand and RS-485 communications: Wiegand interface: 30 meters (98.43 feet) RS-485 interface: 600 meters (1968.50 feet) Recommended RS-485 cable: standard 485 cable (a twisted pair of 24 AWG wires) -
Page 10: Firmware And Software Compatibility
Firmware and Software Compatibility The GV-AS Controller, GV-EV48 Controller and GV-ASManager compatible with GV- GF1911 / 1912 / 1921 / 1922 are listed below. GV-GF1911 / 1912 GV-GF1921 / 1922 GV-ASManager V4.0 or later GV-AS100 / 110 / 120 V1.06 or later GV-AS400 V1.04 or later... -
Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction
Fingerprint Only Mode The fingerprints are enrolled through a GV-GF1911 reader installed on the computer running the GV-ASManager software using RS485 connection or through a GV-GF1921 / 1922 reader using TCP/IP connection. The fingerprint data are distributed through GV-ASManager to the assigned fingerprint readers installed on GV-AS / GV-EV Controllers for access control. -
Page 12: Packing List
1.1 Packing List If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer to arrange a replacement. GV-GF1911 / 1912 Fingerprint reader x 1 (with a cable of 100 cm / 3.28 feet) Manager Enroll Card x 1 ... -
Page 13: Options
Introduction 1.2 Options You can order the following optional accessories: GV-AS ID Card & For Card + Fingerprint Mode, the GV-AS ID F Card or GV-AS ID GV-AS ID Tag F Tag is required. You can find the serial number Fxxx,xxxxx at the bottom right corner of the card, or at the center of the tag. - Page 14 For Card + Fingerprint Mode, be sure that your user card has the serial number starting with the letter F; otherwise, you cannot record the fingerprints to the user card. GV-HUB V2, GV-COM V2, GV-NET/IO Card and PC Service Package are only compatible with GV-GF1911 / 1912.
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Page 15: Serial Number / Mac Address
Introduction 1.3 Serial Number / MAC Address To find the serial number of GV-GF1911 / 1912, see the XID number on the back of fingerprint reader. Figure 1-1 For GV-GF1921 and GV-GF1922, you can find the MAC address on the back of the device. -
Page 16: Installation
1.4 Installation Follow the steps below to install the GV-GF1921 / 1922 on wall. Place the mounting plate on the wall as illustrated below. Figure 1-3 Mark the location of the 2 holes and the rectangle as labeled above. Drill the rectangle to create a space for running the cables and wires. At the 2 dots, drill a hole slightly smaller than the plastic screw anchors provided. - Page 17 Introduction Place fingerprint reader on the mounting plate and thread the cables through the rectangular hole. Figure 1-5 Secure the security screw on the bottom. Figur e 1-6...
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Page 18: Chapter 2 Connecting Gv-As Controller
Depending on the model of the fingerprint reader, three types of communication links are provided: Wiegand, RS-485 and TCP/IP (LAN). 2.1 Connecting through Wiegand Interface Supported models: GV-GF1911 / 1912. 2.1.1 Physical Connection The fingerprint reader is connected with an unshielded 9-wire cable of 100 cm / 3.28 feet. -
Page 19: Software Configuration
Installation 2.1.2 Software Configuration To define the fingerprint reader connected to the GV-AS Controller. On the Web interface of GV-AS Controller, click Wiegand Setting in the left menu. The Wiegand Configuration page appears. Select the function, e,g. Door/Gate 1 Entry, that the fingerprint reader is used for, and click Submit. -
Page 20: Connecting Through Rs-485 Interface
2.2 Connecting through RS-485 Interface Supported models: GV-GF1911 / 1912. 2.2.1 Physical Connection Use the terminal block on the above four reader models for RS-485 connection to the GV-AS Controller. RS485 - RS485 + VIN GND NC COM NO GV-AS Controller... -
Page 21: Software Configuration
Installation 2.2.2 Software Configuration To define the fingerprint reader connected to the GV-AS Controller, on the Web interface of GV-AS Controller, click Extended Reader in the left menu. The Extended Reader Configuration page appears. Figure 2-4 Type Serial Number of your fingerprint reader (See 1.3 Serial Number / MAC Address), and select Function that the fingerprint reader is used for, and click Submit. -
Page 22: Connecting Through Tcp/Ip Interface
2.3 Connecting through TCP/IP Interface Supported models: GV-GF1911 / 1912 / 1921 / 1922 Note: The GV-GF1921 / 1922 can also work as a standalone device without connecting to a GV-AS Controller. For details, see 7. A Standalone Fingerprint Reader. - Page 23 Installation The table below shows the pin assignments of the fingerprint reader used for power connection. GV-GF1911 / 1912 GV-GF1921 / 1922 Red wire Black wire Function Note: Make sure your GV-AS Controller and GV-ASManager support the network connection with the fingerprint reader. See Firmware and Software Compatibility.
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Page 24: Accessing The Web Interface
A. Install GV-Net Module Utility from the Software CD. B. Run the utility. The GV-Net Module Utility window appears and automatically searches for the GV-AS Controller and GV-GF1911 / 1912 / 1921 / 1922 on the same LAN. Figure 2-7 C. -
Page 25: Software Configuration
Installation 2.3.3 Software Configuration To connect the fingerprint reader and GV-AS Controller through the network, you need to provide information such as a serial number, MAC address and IP address for your fingerprint reader and GV-AS Controller to locate and connect to each other. A. - Page 26 GF1901/GF1902/GF1911/GF1912 Function section. Figure 2-9 Note: Select the RS-485 checkbox only if the GV-GF1911 / 1912 is connected to the controller through RS-485 connection. For TCP/IP connection, do not check the RS485 box. For details on how to look up the serial number or the MAC address, see 1.3 Serial Number / MAC Address.
- Page 27 Connection Status field of the GV-AS Controller (Figure 2- 8 and Figure 2-9). Note: If the fingerprint reader fails to connect to the GV-AS Controller, the reader beeps (for GV-GF1911 / 1912) or the light turns purple (for GV-GF1921 / 1922) until the connection is established.
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Page 28: Chapter 3 Fingerprint Only Mode
There are two ways to enroll fingerprints: locally and remotely. For local fingerprint enrollment, a GV-GF1911 / 1921 / 1922 needs to be connected to GV- ASManager, and the user needs to register his or her fingerprints at the site of the GV- ASManager. -
Page 29: Enrolling Fingerprints Locally
GV-GF1911: RS-485 Connection with GV-ASManager You need to physically connect GV-GF1911 to the computer running GV-ASManager through RS-485 connection. To establish RS-485 connection to the computer, a RS-485 to RS-232 converter, such as GV-COM, GV-Hub, GV-NET/IO Card or the USB cable in PC Service Package (optional accessory), is required. - Page 30 Enrolling Fingerprints Locally on GV-ASManager Before you start enrolling fingerprints, make sure you have added cards, created user accounts and assigned cards to the users. See 4.3 Setting Cards and 4.6 Setting User in GV-ASManager User’s Manual. Follow the steps below to enroll the fingerprints on the GV- ASManager.
- Page 31 Fingerprint Only Mode Establish connection between GV-ASManager and GV-GF1911 / 1921 / 1922. GV-GF1911: Select COM for Connection Type and click Search to detect the GV- GF1911 connected. GV-GF1921 / 1922: Select TCP/IP for Connection Type. Type the IP Address and Port of the GV-GF1921 / 1922 or you can also click Search to detect available fingerprint readers on the LAN.
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Page 32: Enrolling Fingerprints Remotely (Gv-Gf1921 / 1922 Only)
3.1.2 Enrolling Fingerprints Remotely (GV-GF1921 / 1922 Only) Before you start enrolling the fingerprint, make sure you have added cards, created user accounts, and assigned cards to the users. See 4.3 Setting Cards and 4.6 Setting User in GV-ASManager User’s Manual. Follow the steps below to remotely enroll fingerprints on a GV-GF1921 / 1922. - Page 33 Fingerprint Only Mode Note: For remote fingerprint enrollment, you do not need to select Connection Type or type the IP address of the fingerprint reader at the top of the page. Use the drop-down list to assign a card to the empty fingerprint. Repeat steps 4 and 5 for other fingers if needed.
- Page 34 Complete setting A OR B: Go to the Web interface of the GV-GF1921 / 1922, click Other Setting in the left menu, and type the IP address and Port number of the GV-ASManager’s GeoFinger Server. Figure 3-6 Go to the Web interface of the GV-AS Controller, click Extended Reader in the left menu, type the IP address and Port number of the GV-ASManager’s GeoFinger Server.
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Page 35: Uploading Fingerprints To Fingerprint Readers
For GV-GF1911 / 1912, data can be sent to the GV-AS Controller through network connection and then sent to GV-GF1911 / 1912 through RS-485. Figure 3-9 For GV-GF1911 / 1912 / 1921 / 1922, data can be sent directly from GV-ASManager through TCP / IP. Figure 3-10... - Page 36 To upload data from GV-ASManager to the fingerprint reader, follow the instruction below. A. Connect GV-ASManager and Fingerprint Reader 1. On the menu bar of GV-ASManager, click Setup and select Devices. 2. Double-click a controller and select a Gate tab. This dialog box appears. Figure 3-11...
- Page 37 Under GeoFinger section, select Entrance or Exit and type the fingerprint reader’s IP address and port or the following information: For GV-GF1911 / 1912, type gv- and the 10-digit serial number. For example: GV-0123456789 For GV-GF1921 / 1922, type the machine name (Fig 8-1).
- Page 38 5. To upload the fingerprints to a door or a controller, select the desired Door/Gate or controller in the top-left panel. If you have assigned multiple controllers to a door group, select the desired door group in the bottom-left panel. See Uploading Fingerprints to Controllers Using Door Groups later in this chapter to see how to set up door groups.
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Page 39: Uploading Fingerprints Using Door Groups
Fingerprint Only Mode 3.3 Uploading Fingerprints Using Door Groups When a large number of GV-AS Controllers are connected to the GV-ASManager, you can organize the GV-AS Controllers into different door groups. Using door groups, you can quickly upload fingerprints to all the GV-AS Controllers in a door group instead of uploading to each controller one by one. -
Page 40: Using The Fingerprint Reader
3.4 Using the Fingerprint Reader After you connect the fingerprint reader to the controller and enroll the fingerprints, scan your finger to gain access. If the presented fingerprint matches any record in the fingerprint reader, the light will turn from blue to green. Access signal will be passed to the controller and the access will be granted. -
Page 41: Chapter 4 Card + Fingerprint Mode
Card + Fingerprint Mode Chapter 4 Card + Fingerprint Mode 4.1 Enrollment The user’s fingerprints are stored in the user card and each user card can store up to 2 fingerprints. The user must gain access by scanning both the user card and the finger. Cards Required for Enrollment Manager Enroll Card (supplied in the package) ... - Page 42 The light blinks blue, signifying that one fingerprint has been enrolled. Step 4: GV-GF1911 / 1912 To enroll the second fingerprint, repeat step 3. GV-GF1921 / 1922 To enroll the second fingerprint, press another finger on the reader while the light blinks blue.
- Page 43 Card + Fingerprint Mode Step 5: Present the User Card to record fingerprints till beep. The light turns green and then steady blue. The enrollment is complete and you can use the Card Plus Fingerprint on the fingerprint reader. Note: You will need the corresponding user card when deleting an individual user.
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Page 44: Deletion
4.2 Deletion Card data will be deleted from the reader and fingerprint templates will be erased from the user card. Cards Required for Deletion Manager Delete Card (supplied in the package) User Card Note: For Card + Fingerprint Mode, GV-GF Fingerprint Readers can only work with GV- AS ID F cards and tags. -
Page 45: Using The Fingerprint Reader
Card + Fingerprint Mode 4.3 Using the Fingerprint Reader After you connect the fingerprint reader to the controller, present the user card. The light on the reader will start blinking blue. Then scan your finger to gain access. If the presented fingerprint matches any record in the card, the light will turn from blue to green. -
Page 46: Chapter 5 Card Only Mode
MIFARE cards or GV-AS ID Cards / Tags. For GV-GF1911 / 1912, if you are not using the GeoVision user card and tag, you need to access the Web interface and select Enable card only mode to enable the function. To access the Web interface, see 2.3.2 Accessing the Web Interface to find the fingerprint... -
Page 47: Enrollment
Card Only Mode 5.1 Enrollment Before enrollment, establish a user account and assign a card to the user on the connected GV-AS Manager. For details, see 4.3 Setting Cards and 4.6 Setting User in GV-ASManager User’s Manual. To enroll, use a MIFARE card and follow the procedure below. Step 1: In the standby mode, the light is blue on. -
Page 48: Deletion
5.2 Deletion To delete the access right of a card, inactivate or delete the user account established on the GV-AS Manager. For details, see 4.3 Setting Cards and 4.6 Setting User in GV-ASManager User’s Manual. 5.3 Using the Fingerprint Reader After you connect the fingerprint reader to the controller, present the card you enrolled. -
Page 49: Chapter 6 Connecting An Alarm Device
You can connect one output device like a siren to the reader for warning when the access is granted. 6.1 GV-GF1911 / 1912 The example below illustrates the connection of an output device to the fingerprint reader. Connect (+) point of the output device to COM of the fingerprint reader, connect the (-) points... -
Page 50: Gv-Gf1921 / 1922
6.2 GV-GF1921 / 1922 Connect (+) point of the output device to the yellow wire (COM) of the fingerprint reader, connect the (-) points of the output device and the external power supply together, and connect the (+) point of the external power supply to the pink wire (NO) or the orange wire (NC) of the fingerprint reader based on the state of the output device. -
Page 51: Chapter 7 A Standalone Fingerprint Reader
A Standalone Fingerprint Reader Chapter 7 A Standalone Fingerprint Reader The GV-GF1921 / 1922 can also work on its own without connecting to GV-AS Controller and GV-AS Manager. 7.1 Physical Connection Connect the input and output devices with the data cable. Each GV-GF1921 / 1922 can connect to 2 inputs (1 door sensor and 1 button) and 1 output (door relay). -
Page 52: Enabling The Local Mode
7.2 Enabling the Local Mode Make sure you activate local mode function of the GV-GF1921 / 1922 and configure related settings from its Web interface. To restrict enrollment and deletion to one enroll card and one delete card, type the identification number of your card. For more details, see Local mode configuration, 8.2 Other Settings. -
Page 53: Fingerprints And Card Enrollment
A Standalone Fingerprint Reader 7.3 Fingerprints and Card Enrollment After you have connected your GV-GF1921 / 1922 to power and I/O devices, you are ready to enroll fingerprints or cards with fingerprints. The standalone GV-GF1921 / 1922 supports the Fingerprint Only Mode. 7.3.1 Fingerprint Only Mode Use any MIFARE card during enrollment for this mode. -
Page 54: Chapter 8 Web Interface For Gv-Gf1921 / 1922
Chapter 8 Web Interface for GV-GF1921 / 1922 The GV-GF1921 / 1922 can be configured through the Web interface. For details on accessing the Web interface, see 2.3.2 Accessing the Web Interface. 8.1 Network Settings Figure 8-1 [Machine Name] The device name is displayed. Click the space to change the device name. - Page 55 Web Interface for GV-GF1921 / 1922 [Data Transmission Port] Make sure this port matches the port you defined for the reader on the Controller Setup page of the GV-ASManager. Figure 8-2 [DHCP Client] By default, the DHCP service is enabled and when the fingerprint reader is connected to the network, it is automatically assigned an unused IP address by the DHCP server.
- Page 56 To activate this function: Select Enable DDNS. Click GeoVision DDNS to register for a host name or select the service provider (GeoVision DDNS or DynDNS.org) you have registered, using the drop-down list. Type the Host Name, User Name and Password to enable the DDNS service.
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Page 57: Other Settings
Web Interface for GV-GF1921 / 1922 8.2 Other Settings Figure 8-4 [GeoFinger Server Configuration] Type the IP address and Port of the GV-ASManager in order for GV-GF1921 / 1922 to transmit registered fingerprints to GV-ASManager for remote fingerprint enrollment. The default port is 2167. - Page 58 Note: Make sure this port matches the GeoFinger Server port on the GV-AS Manager. (GV-ASManager > Tools > Servers > GeoFinger Server) Figure 8-5 [Controller address configuration] Type the IP address or the domain name of the GV-AS Controller to connect. This option is only available when Local Mode is disabled.
- Page 59 Web Interface for GV-GF1921 / 1922 Held Open Time: Sets the duration (in seconds) that the door/gate can be held opened before an alarm is generated. The default is 5 seconds. For example, if the Held Open Time is 3 seconds, the fingerprint reader will beep when the door is held open for more than 3 seconds.
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Page 60: Firmware Update
8.3 Firmware Update You can upgrade your device firmware through the Web interface. For details, see 9. Upgrading Firmware. 8.4 Account Settings Figure 8-7 [Account] Click to change the account name (login ID). The default login ID is admin. [Password] The default password is admin. -
Page 61: Chapter 9 Upgrading Firmware
Upgrade your fingerprint reader firmware to the new version. 9.1 GV-GF1911 / 1912 For the user of GV-GF1911 / 1912, firmware upgrade is done through the AutoISP software, which is available on the software CD. The AutoISP software will detect the current version of your fingerprint reader and then automatically upgrade it to the new version. - Page 62 Using the GV-HUB or GV-COM Connect the fingerprint reader to a computer through a GV-COM or GV-HUB, which provides the RS-485 to RS-232 function. Power on the fingerprint reader. You can connect the 12V and GND wires from the GV- AS Controller to the fingerprint reader.
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Page 63: Installing Software
Upgrading Firmware 9.1.2 Installing Software To upgrade the firmware for the fingerprint readers, you need to install the AutoISP software from the software CD to the dedicated computer. To install firmware upgrade software, follow the steps below: Insert the software CD to the computer. It runs automatically and the following window pops up. - Page 64 Wait for the AutoISP detecting the COM port that the fingerprint reader is connected to and automatically upgrading the firmware. When the AutoISP automatically finishes firmware upgrading, the current version number shown in the dialog box will match the file version number. Click to close the dialog box.
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Page 65: Gv-Gf1921 / 1922
Upgrading Firmware 9.1 GV-GF1921 / 1922 The GV-GF1921 / 1922 can be upgraded through the Web interface or GV-Net Module Utility. 9.2.1 Upgrading Firmware through the Web Interface Install the GV-Net Module Utility from the Software CD. Run the GV-Net Module Utility and the GV-Net Module Utility window appears. It automatically searches for GV-AS Controller and GV fingerprint readers under the same LAN. - Page 66 On GV-Net Module Utility window, click the Firmware Upgrade button. This dialog box appears. Figure 9-8 Select a firmware file and click Update to start upgrading. You can see the upgrade progress on the GV-Net Module Utility window. The fingerprint reader beeps when the upgrade and reboot are complete.
- Page 67 With the GV-Net Module Utility included in Software DVD, you can change settings and update the firmware of GV-AS Controller, fingerprint readers and GV-AS Manager. Insert Software DVD, select Install GeoVision Access Control System, click GV-Net Module Utility and follow the onscreen instructions to install the program.
- Page 68 Update to the latest firmware version: The GV-ASManager software comes with the latest GV-AS Controller firmware. Clicking this button can upgrade your GV-AS Controller firmware. Cancel queue: Click this button to cancel the scanning using the Search button.
- Page 69 Specifications Specifications GV-GF1911 GV-GF1912 Model Application Indoor use only Communication Interface Wiegand 26, RS-485, TCP/IP (LAN) Sensor Capacitive Optical Sensing Area (H x W) 18 x 13 mm (0.71 x 0.51 in) 20 x 17 mm (0.79 x 0.67 in)
- Page 70 Note: All specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Data synchronization with GV-AS Controller and GV-ASManager through LAN is only supported with the following firmware and software versions: GV-ASManager: V4.0 or later GV-AS100 / 110 / 120: V1.06 or later ...
- Page 71 Specifications GV-GF1921 GV-GF1922 Model Application Indoor use only Communication Interface TCP/IP (10/100 Mbps Ethernet) Sensor Capacitive Optical Sensing Area (H x W) 18 x 13 mm (0.71 x 0.51 in) 20 x 17 mm (0.79 x 0.67 in) Operation Mode Fingerprint Only, Card + Fingerprint, Card Only Fingerprint Enrollment TCP/IP...
- Page 72 LED Indicator GV-GF1911 / 1912 / 1921 / 1922 (connected with GV-AS Manager) LED Status Description Steady The reader is ready for use. The reader is waiting to detect a fingerprint during Blue enrollment. Flash continuously The reader is waiting to detect a fingerprint to grant access under Card + Finger mode.
- Page 73 LED Indicator GV-GF1921 / 1922 (Standalone) LED Status Description Steady The reader is ready for use. The reader is downloading, deleting or checking the Flash once Blue fingerprint. The reader is waiting to detect a fingerprint during Flash continuously enrollment. The detected fingerprint or card matches an enrolled Green Flash once...
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