GeoVision GV-IPCam Quick Start Manual
GeoVision GV-IPCam Quick Start Manual

GeoVision GV-IPCam Quick Start Manual

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Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
Quick Start Guide
ICH265HISIV119-A

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  • Page 1 GV-IPCam Quick Start Guide Fixed IP Dome Motorized IP Dome Target Fixed Dome Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. ICH265HISIV119-A...
  • 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 Caution................iv Safety Notice ..............iv Options ................v Creating GV-IP Camera’s Login Credentials....vi Note for Adjusting Focus and Zoom......vii Chapter 1 Introduction ............1 Target Fixed Dome................1 Motorized IP Dome................2 1.1 Packing List ................3 1.2 Overview ..................4 1.3 Installation ................6 1.4 Connecting the Camera............9 1.5 I/O Terminal Block ..............10...
  • Page 4 2.2.2 Configuring the IP Address ........15 2.3 Adjusting Image Clarity............17 Chapter 3 The Web Interface .........19 Chapter 4 Upgrading System Firmware ......22...
  • Page 5: Caution

    Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Safety Notice The GV-IPCAM uses a Lithium battery as the power supply for its internal real-time clock (RTC). The battery should not be replaced unless required! If the battery does need replacing, please observe the following: ...
  • Page 6: Options

    Options Optional devices can expand your camera’s capabilities and versatility. Contact your dealer for more information. Device Description The power adapter is available for all Fixed IP Dome Camera. Contact your sales representative for the Power Adapter countries and areas supported. The GV-PA191 PoE adapter is designed to provide GV-PA191 PoE power and network connection to the cameras over...
  • Page 7: Creating Gv-Ip Camera's Login Credentials

    Credentials The default Administrator and Guest accounts are no longer supported by GV-IPCAM H.265 series firmware V1.14 or later. When purchasing a new camera or performing factory resetting, you need to set up a login username and password for the camera.
  • Page 8: Note For Adjusting Focus And Zoom

    Note for Adjusting Focus and Zoom When adjusting the Focus and Zoom Screws, do not over tighten the Focus and Zoom screws. The screws only need to be as tight as your finger can do it. It is not necessary to use any tools to get them tighter. Doing so can damage the structure of lens.
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction Target Fixed Dome The Target Fixed Dome (GV-EFD) is an indoor, fixed network camera equipped with an automatic IR-cut filter and IR LEDs for day and night surveillance. Adjustable in 3 axis (pan, tilt and rotate), it offers an entry- level surveillance solution with all the essential features and excellent image quality..
  • Page 10: Motorized Ip Dome

    Motorized IP Dome GV-MD8710-FD is a motorized IP camera specifically designed for face detection. The camera is equipped with a WDR Pro, an automatic IR-cut filter and IR LEDs for day and night surveillance. With its motorized varifocal lens, the user can zoom and focus the camera from the Web interface.
  • Page 11: Packing List

    Introduction 1.1 Packing List  Target Fixed IP Dome / Motorized  Torx Wrench IP Dome  Screw x 3  Screw Anchor x 3  TV-Out Wire (Not supported by  Installation sticker GV-MD8710-FD)  Shielding Ground Wire (only GV- ...
  • Page 12: Overview

    1.2 Overview Figure 1-1 Name Description Lens Receives image inputs. Focus Screw Adjusts the focus of the camera. Zoom Screw Adjusts the zoom of the camera. Resets the camera to factory default. For Default Button details, see 2.5 Loading Factory Default. TV-Out Provides video inputs (D1 resolution).
  • Page 13 (NTSC or PAL) at the TV Out field on the Web interface. The default signal format is NTSC. For details, see 4.1.1 Video Settings, GV-IPCam Firmware Manual. The TV-out wire must be removed before you secure the...
  • Page 14: Installation

    1.3 Installation The camera can be installed on the wall or the ceiling. Before installing the camera, make sure the installing site is shielded from rain and moisture. Use the supplied torx wrench to loosen three screws on the housing cover, and take out the camera body.
  • Page 15 Introduction Adjust image clarity using the GV-IP Device Utility program. For details, see 3.3 Adjusting Image Clarity. Loosen the tile screw, pan screw or rotational screw. Adjust the angles based on the live view as needed, and tighten the screws again.
  • Page 16 10. Place the housing cover back and tighten the three screws to secure it. Remove the indicated part when necessary. Figure 1-6...
  • Page 17: Connecting The Camera

    The power and status LEDs shall turn on (green). Use a standard network cable to connect the camera to your network. You are ready to access the live view, adjust the image clarity and configure the basics. See Getting Started, Chapter 2, GV-IPCam Firmware Manual.
  • Page 18: I/O Terminal Block

    The camera supports one digital input and one digital output of dry contact. Function Digital Input Digital Output Figure 1-8 For details on how to enable an installed I/O device, see 4.3 I/O Settings, GV-IPCam Firmware Manual.
  • Page 19: Loading Factory Default

    Introduction 1.6 Loading Factory Default 1.6.1 Using the Web Interface You can restore default settings through the Web Interface. 1. On the left menu of Web interface, select Management and select Tools. The Additional Tools dialog box appears. 2. Click the Load Default button in the System Settings section. Figure 1-9...
  • Page 20: Directly On The Camera

    1.6.2 Directly on the Camera Keep the power and network cables (or PoE) connected to the camera. Press and hold the default button for about 8 seconds. Figure 1-10 Release the default button when the status LED blinks. Figure 1-11 When the status LED fades, the process of loading default settings is completed and the camera reboots automatically...
  • Page 21: Chapter 2 Accessing The Camera

    Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0 or later Note: For the users of Internet Explorer 8, additional settings are required. For details, see Appendix A in GV-IPCAM Firmware Manual. 2.2 Accessing the Live View When the camera is connected to a network with a DHCP server, it will be automatically assigned with a dynamic IP address.
  • Page 22: Checking The Dynamic Ip Address

    Install the GV-IP Device Utility program included from the company website. Note: The PC installed with GV-IP Device Utility must be under the same LAN with the GV-IPCAM you wish to configure. On the GV-IP Utility window, click the button to search for the IP devices connected in the same LAN.
  • Page 23: Configuring The Ip Address

    Click Apply. The camera is now accessible by entering the assigned IP address on the Web browser. To enable the updating of images in Microsoft Internet Explorer, you must set your browser to allow ActiveX Controls and perform a one- time installation of GeoVision’s ActiveX component onto your computer.
  • Page 24 IP address first. For details, see LAN Configuration and Advanced TCP/IP sections, Administrator Mode Chapter in the GV-IPCAM Firmware Manual. 2. If Dynamic IP Address or PPPoE is enabled and you cannot access the camera, you may have to reset the camera to its factory default and then perform the network settings again.
  • Page 25: Adjusting Image Clarity

    2.3 Adjusting Image Clarity You can adjust the image clarity using the GV-IP Device Utility. Make sure that you have connected your GV-IPCAM to the network and install the GV-IP Device Utility program under the same LAN. Note: This feature only applies to the cameras that allow manual focus adjustment.
  • Page 26 1. For locations of adjustment screws and rings in each model, see Locations of Adjustment Screws, section, Getting Started Chapter, GV-IPCAM Firmware Manual. 2. Do not over tighten the screws. The screws only need to be as tight as your fingers can get them to be. Do not bother using any tool to get them tighter.
  • Page 27: Chapter 3 The Web Interface

    The Web Interface Chapter 3 The Web Interface Figure 3-1 12 13 Figure 3-2...
  • Page 28 No. Name Function Play Plays live video. Stop Stops playing video. Broadcasts to the surveillance site from a remote PC. Note this function is not available for Ultra Bullet Camera and Target Series. For Cube Camera and Advanced Cube Camera, click the Microphone Push to talk button (from the pop-up menu) for the camera to switch between audio transmission and...
  • Page 29 Advanced Cube Camera. Click to sound the alarm and/or adjust its volume. To sound the alarm upon motion or tampering Alarm events, see Speaker section, Administrator Mode Speaker Chapter, GV-IPCAM Firmware Manual. Note this function is only available for Advanced Cube Camera.
  • Page 30: Chapter 4 Upgrading System Firmware

    Chapter 4 Upgrading System Firmware GeoVision periodically releases updated firmware on the website. The new firmware can be simply loaded into the GV-IPCAM by using the Web interface or IP Device Utility. Important: 1. To update the camera firmware from versions earlier than V2.07 to the latest version, back up the files in the storage device to another device before the upgrade.
  • Page 31 Click the Upgrade button to start the upgrade. WARNING: The interruption of power supply during updating causes not only update failures but also damages to the camera. In this case, please contact your sales representative and send your device back to GeoVision for repair.

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