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GV-IPCam H.264 Hardware Manual Bullet Camera Ultra Bullet Camera Target Bullet Camera Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. ICH264TG2V10...
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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.
Bullet Camera (Part I) Contents Options ................3 Note for Adjusting Focus and Zoom........4 Note for Installing Camera Outdoor.........5 Note for Closing the Bullet Camera Cover ...... 6 Note for Recording ............Note for Waterproofing Failures........Chapter 1 Bullet Camera (Part I)........1.1 Packing List ................
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3.1 Packing List ................51 3.2 Features ................. 3.3 Overview ................3.4 Installation ................3.4.1 Waterproofing the Cable ..........3.4.2 Connecting the Camera ..........3.5 Loading Factory Default............Chapter 4 Target Bullet Camera ........4.1 Packing List ................4.2 Features ................. 4.3 Overview ................
Bullet Camera (Part I) 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 Bullet Camera, Ultra Bullet Camera (except GV-BL2511-E / 5311-E), Power Adapter and Target Bullet Camera.
Note for Adjusting Focus and Zoom When adjusting the Focus and Zoom Screws on Bullet Camera, 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.
Bullet Camera (Part I) Note for Installing Camera Outdoor When installing the cameras outdoor, 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.
Note for Closing the Bullet Camera Cover To ensure that the camera performs its full capacity against water and dust, tightly close and lock the camera cover as indicated below.
Bullet Camera (Part I) Note for Recording By default, the images are recorded to the memory card inserted in the GV-IP Camera H.264 (except GV-IR Arctic Box Camera and Target Series, which are not equipped with a memory card slot). Make sure the Write recording data into local storage option (see 4.1.1 Video Settings, GV-IPCam H.264 Firmware Manual) is enabled.
Note for Waterproofing Failures To avoid waterproofing failures, do not open the screw on the camera body. The screw on Ultra Bullet Camera The screw on Target Bullet Camera...
Bullet Camera (Part I) Chapter 1 Bullet Camera (Part I) The Bullet Cameras are specifically designed for outdoors and are weatherproof (IP66 or IP67). They are equipped with IR LEDs for infrared illumination in night vision applications. The models described in this chapter use auto iris, which allows for automatic control of exposure.
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Model No. Specifications Description GV-BL120D 1.3 MP, H.264, Low Lux GV-BL130D 1.3 MP, H.264 GV-BL220D 2 MP, H.264 GV-BL320D 3 MP, H.264 Auto Iris, f: 3 ~ 9 mm, F/1.2, 1/2.7’’ Varifocal 1.3 MP, H.264, Super GV-BL1500 lens ø 14 mm Lens Low Lux Mount GV-BL2400...
Bullet Camera (Part I) 1.1 Packing List Bullet Camera Self Tapping Screw x 3 Plastic Screw Anchor x 3 Torx Wrench x 2 Sun-Shield Cover Kit (Sun-Shield Cover, Philips Head Screw x 2, Plastic Screw Spacer x 2 and Hexagon Screw x 2) ...
Bullet Camera (Part I) 1.3 Overview Figure 1-1 Name Description Receives a micro SD card (SD/SDHC, Memory Card Slot version 2.0 only, Class 10). Zoom Screw Holds the zoom lens in place. Focus Screw Holds the focus lens in place Resets all configurations to factory default.
1.4 Installation These instructions describe the basic installation of the Bullet Camera. Slide the cable clamp to the camera base. Cable Clamp Figure 1-2 Install the Bullet Camera to the wall. Figure 1-3 Remove the protection sticker from the camera’s cover Connect the power, network and other wires to the Bullet Camera.
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Bullet Camera (Part I) Access the live view. For details, see 2.1. Accessing the Live View, GV-IPCam H.264 Firmware Manual. Adjust angles of the camera body based on the live view. Three shafts can be adjusted. See 1.4.2 Adjusting the Angles. Loosen the camera’s cover, adjust the focus of the camera and optionally insert a micro SD card (SD/SDHC, version 2.0, Class 10) into the SD card slot.
1.4.1 Connecting the Camera Wire Definition for Auto Iris Models The 7-Pin Data Cable provides connections for power, ground, 1 sensor input, 1 alarm output, audio input and audio output. The wires are illustrated and defined below: Digital In (Red) DC 12V+ / AC 24V + (Brown) Digital Out (Orange) DC 12V- / AC 24V - (Black)
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Bullet Camera (Part I) Note that the Audio In and Out connectors may also come as terminal blocks: Digital In (Red) DC 12V+ / AC 24V + (Brown) Digital Out (Orange) DC 12V- / AC 24V - (Black) GND (Yellow) Audio In (Brown) Audio Out (Green) Ethernet (PoE)
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Power Connection Use one of the following methods to supply power to the camera. Use a Power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter to connect the camera to the network, and the power will be provided at the same time. Plug the power adaptor to the terminal block as shown below.
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Bullet Camera (Part I) I/O Device Connection The camera supports one digital input and one digital output of dry contact. Function Digital Output Digital Input Figure 1-8 For details on how to enable an installed I/O device, see 4.2 I/O Settings, GV-IPCam H.264 Firmware Manual.
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GV-Relay V2 Bullet Camera Ground (Yellow) Digital Out (Orange)
Bullet Camera (Part I) 1.4.2 Adjusting the Angles The Bullet Camera is designed to be adjustable in three shafts for easy and flexible installation. First Shaft You can adjust the camera body by 360 degrees to the right or the left. Unscrew the panning lock screw with the torx wrench.
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Second Shaft You can adjust the camera body up and down by 90, 112.5, 135, 157.5 or 180 degrees by using the gears inside the camera body and the camera base. Unscrew the tilting lock screw with the torx wrench. Tilting Lock Screw Torx Wrench Figure 1-12...
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Bullet Camera (Part I) Adjust the angle of camera body to 90°, 112.5°, 135°, 157.5° or 180°. Then move the camera base to the left to combine the gears. 180 ° 157.5° 135 ° 112.5° 90° Figure 1-14 Fasten the tilting lock screw. Third Shaft You can adjust the camera base by 360°.
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Adjust the angle of camera base, and fasten the base fixing screw. 0~360° Figure 1-16...
Bullet Camera (Part I) 1.4.3 Adjusting Lens and Inserting a Memory Card To adjust the camera’s zoom and focus or to insert a micro SD card (SD/SDHC, version 2.0 only, Class 10), follow the steps below. Loosen the camera’s cover. Camera’s Cover Figure 1-17 For GV-BL2511-E / 5311-E, loosen the camera’s cover and the screw...
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To adjust for image clarity, follow the steps below. For models with zoom and focus screws, pull out the camera and remove the silica gel bag to access its focus and zoom screws. Use GV-IP Device Utility to help you. For details, see 2.2 Adjusting Image Clarity, GV-IPCam H.264 Firmware Manual.
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Bullet Camera (Part I) Insert a micro SD card (SD/SDHC, version 2.0 only, Class 10) into the memory card slot. Memory Card Slot Figure 1-21 Push the camera back and fasten the fixing screw. Insert a new silica gel bag to the camera module and fasten the camera’s cover within 2 minutes of opening the silica gel bag package.
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IMPORTANT: The silica gel loses its effectiveness when the dry camera is opened. To prevent the lens from fogging up, replace the silica gel bag every time when you open the camera and conceal the gel bag in the camera within two minutes of exposing to the open air.
Bullet Camera (Part I) 1.4.4 Installing the Sun-Shield Cover After setting up the Bullet Camera, now you can install the sun-shield cover to the camera. Fasten the hexagon screws either on top or below the camera. Hexagon Screws Figure 1-24 Put the sun-shield cover on top of hexagon screws.
1.5 Loading Factory Default Keep the power and network cables connected to the camera. Loosen the camera’s cover and remove the Silica Gel Bag. Press and hold the default button for 8 seconds. Default Button Figure 1-27 Release the default button. When the process of loading default settings is completed, the camera reboots automatically.
Bullet Camera (Part II) Chapter 2 Bullet Camera (Part II) The Bullet Cameras are specifically designed for outdoors. They are weatherproof (IP67) and equipped with IR LEDs for infrared illumination in night vision applications. The models described in this chapter use P-Iris, which allows for precise control of exposure, producing images with better clarity and contrast.
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Model No. Specifications Description 1.3 MP, H.264, GV-BL1501 Super Low Lux 2 MP, H.264, Varifocal lens GV-BL2501 Super Low Lux 3 MP, H.264, GV-BL3401 WDR Pro P-Iris, f: 3 ~ 9 mm, 1.3 MP, H.264, F/1.2, 1/2.7’’ Super Low Lux, GV-BL1511 ø...
Bullet Camera (Part II) 2.1 Packing List Bullet Camera Self Tapping Screw x 3 Plastic Screw Anchor x 3 Torx Wrench x 3 Sun-Shield Cover Kit (Sun-Shield Cover, Philips Head Screw x 2, Plastic Screw Spacer x 2, and Hexagon Screw x 2) ...
2.2 Features Image sensor Camera Model Image Sensor 1/3’’ progressive scan super low lux GV-BL1501 / 1511 CMOS GV-BL5311 / 5311-E 1/2.5’’ progressive scan CMOS GV-BL3401 / 3411 1/3.2’’ progressive scan CMOS 1/2.8’’ progressive scan super low GV-BL2501 / 2511 / 2511-E lux CMOS ...
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Bullet Camera (Part II) Recording assigned by GV-Edge Recording Manager (Windows & Mac) DC 12V / AC 24V / PoE (IEEE 802.3af, not supported by GV-BL2511- E / 5311-E) Intelligent IR Maximum IR distance Camera Model Maximum IR Distance GV-BL5311 / 5311-E 40 m (131 ft)
2.3 Overview Twist off the camera cover to access the following: Figure 2-1 Name Description Receives a micro SD card (SD/SDHC, Memory Card Slot version 2.0 only, Class 10). Zoom Screw Holds the zoom lens in place. Focus Screw Holds the focus lens in place Resets all configurations to factory default.
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Bullet Camera (Part II) To access the following interface, remove the camera base using the supplied torx wrench. Figure 2-2 Name Description LAN / PoE Connects to a 10/100 Ethernet or PoE. Audio In Connects a microphone for audio input. Audio Out Connects a speaker for audio output.
2.4 Installation Follow the steps below to install the Bullet Camera. Paste the supplied sticker to the ceiling/wall. For wall installations, make sure the arrow on the sticker points toward the ceiling. Mount template Figure 2-3 Drill the shaded area, and insert the screw anchor into the three holes. Loosen the indicated screws with the supplied torx wrench to remove the base.
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Bullet Camera (Part II) Loosen the indicated screws and remove the back plate. Back Plate Figure 2-5 Align and secure the black plate to the wall/ceiling with the supplied self-tapping screws. Figure 2-6...
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To use a pipe (optional), install the conduit converter using the supplied M3 screws. Conduit Converter PG21 Conduit Connector Figure 2-7 IMPORTANT: For GV-BL2511-E / 5311-E connected with a power adapter, only install the conduit converter to the indicated exit. Install the Ethernet cable.
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Bullet Camera (Part II) B. Thread an Ethernet cable (with no RJ-45 connector on one end) from the back panel through the conduit converter (optionally installed at step 6) and then through the cable seal. Figure 2-9 IMPORTANT: Use the supplied ruler and leave about 10 cm of the Ethernet cable between the connector and the cable seal.
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B. Remove the terminal block from the supplied power adapter. C. Optionally thread audio wires, adapter wires, and I/O wires through the conduit converter and then through part 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the conduit connector. Tip: To make the threading easier, it is advised to thread the wires in the order described here.
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Bullet Camera (Part II) IMPORTANT: 1. Use the supplied ruler and leave about 10 cm of audio, power, and I/O wires between their connectors and the cable seal. 2. The plugs are used to prevent water from entering the camera housing.
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12. Access the live view. For details, see 2.1 Accessing the Live View, GV-IPCam H.264 Firmware Manual. 13. Adjust the angles of the camera based on the live view. Three shafts can be adjusted. See 1.4.2 Adjusting the Angles. 14. To adjust the focus and insert a micro SD card (SD/SDHC, version 2.0, Class 10), see 1.4.3 Adjusting Lens and Inserting a Memory Card.
Bullet Camera (Part II) 2.5 Connecting the Camera Power Connection Use one of the following methods to supply power to the camera. Note that GV-BL2511-E / 5311-E do not support PoE. Use a Power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter to connect the camera to the network, and the power will be provided at the same time.
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I/O Device Connection The camera supports one digital input and one digital output of dry contact. Function Digital Output Digital Input Figure 2-15 For details on how to enable an installed I/O device, see 4.2 I/O Settings, GV-IPCam H.264 Firmware Manual.
Ultra Bullet Camera Chapter 3 Ultra Bullet Camera The Ultra Bullet Camera is a series of light-weighted cameras designed for outdoor environments. The camera adheres to the IP67 standard and has full protection against dust and jets of water. The Ultra Bullet Cameras are available in motorized varifocal lens and fixed lens at 1.3, 2 and 3 megapixels.
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Model No. Specifications Description Fixed Iris, f: 2.8 mm, GV-UBL1301-0F F/2.0, 1/3’’ M12 Lens Mount 1.3 MP, Low Lux, H.264, D/N Fixed Iris, f: 4 mm, GV-UBL1301-1F F/1.5, 1/3’’ M12 Lens Mount Fixed Iris, f: 4 / 8 mm, GV-UBL1301-2F 1.3 MP, Low F/1.6, 1/3’’...
Ultra Bullet Camera 3.1 Packing List Ultra Bullet Camera (with Waterproof or Non-Waterproof LAN connector) Camera Stand Black Rubber Self Tapping Screw x 3 Plastic Screw Anchor x 3 Torx Wrench Sun-Shield Cover Kit (Sun-Shield Cover, Philips Head Screw x 2, Plastic Screw Spacer x 2 and Hexagon Screw x 2) ...
3.3 Overview Panel Figure 3-1 Name Description Power & I/O Connects to the data cable. For details, see Connector 3.4.2 Connecting the Camera. Resets all configurations to factory default. For Default Button details, see 3.5 Loading Factory Default. LAN / PoE Cable Connects to a 10/100 Ethernet or PoE.
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Ultra Bullet Camera LAN Connector The Ultra Bullet Camera provides two connector types. Select an option based on your installation environment. Option 1 (Waterproof) To waterproof the cable, install the supplied cable connector. See 3.4.1 Waterproofing the Cable. Option 2 (Smaller and non-waterproof)
3.4 Installation You can install the camera to the ceiling or wall. Follow the steps below. Optionally insert a micro SD card to the camera. A. Unscrew and open the back panel with the supplied torx wrench. Figure 3-2 B. Insert a micro SD card (SD/SDHC, version 2.0 only, Class 10) into the card slot and replace the silica gel bag (see Figure 3-1).
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Ultra Bullet Camera Install the sun-shield cover to the camera. A. Fasten the hexagon screws on the top of the camera. Hexagon Screws Figure 3-3 IMPORTANT: To avoid waterproofing failures, do not open the front cover of the camera and the screw on the camera body. See Note for Waterproofing Failures.
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Sun-Shield Cover Figure 3-4 IMPORTANT: The GeoVision logo on the sun-shield cover should be closer to the front of the camera. C. Fasten the Philips head screws with the plastic screw spacers to mount the sun-shield cover onto the camera.
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Ultra Bullet Camera Install the camera to the wall or ceiling. Ceiling Mount: Secure the black rubber and the camera stand to the other screw hole on the top. Figure 3- Wall Mount: Secure the black rubber and the camera stand to one of the screw holes on the bottom.
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Use the screw anchors and self-tapping screws to secure the camera to the wall. Figure 3-8 Remove the protection sticker from the camera’s cover. Connect the wires and cable connector to the camera. See 3.4.1 Waterproofing the Cable and 3.4.2 Connecting the Camera. Access the live view.
Ultra Bullet Camera 3.4.1 Waterproofing the Cable Waterproof the option 1 LAN / PoE cable (see 3.3 Overview) using the supplied cable connector. The cable connector can be dissembled into 5 parts: Figure 3-9 Cut off the RJ-45 connector on one end of the Ethernet cable. Figure 3-10 Connect the Ethernet cable to the LAN / PoE connector (No.
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Move all the components toward the LAN / PoE connector, fit item 4 to item 2, secure item 3 to the LAN / PoE connector (Item A) and finally secure item 5 to item 2 tightly. Figure 3-12 IMPORTANT: Item 5 must be secured tightly to waterproof the LAN / PoE connector.
Ultra Bullet Camera 3.4.2 Connecting the Camera Wire Definition The camera’s 4-pin data cable provides connections for power, ground, 1 sensor input and 1 alarm output. The wires are defined below: Figure 3-13 Wire Color Definition DC 5V Green Digital In Blue Digital Out Black...
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Power Connection Connect the camera to power using one of the following methods: Use a Power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter to connect the camera to the network, and the power will be provided at the same time. Plug the power adaptor to the terminal block as shown below. 1.
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Ultra Bullet Camera Voltage Load Expansion (Optional) The camera can only drive a maximum load of 200mA 5V DC. To expand the maximum voltage load to 10A 250V AC, 10A 125V AC or 5A 100V DC, connect the camera to a GV-Relay V2 module (optional product). Refer to the figure and table below.
3.5 Loading Factory Default Keep the power and network cables (or PoE) connected to the camera. Press and hold the default button. Default button Figure 3-17 Release the default button when the status LED blinks. This shall take about 8 seconds. When the status LED fades, the process of loading default settings is completed and the camera reboots automatically.
Target Bullet Camera Chapter 4 Target Bullet Camera The Target Bullet Camera (GV-EBL) is a series of light-weighted cameras designed for outdoor environments. The camera adheres to the IP67 standard and has full protection against dust and jets of water. The camera offers an entrylevel surveillance solution with all the essential features and excellent image quality.
Target Bullet Camera 4.2 Features 1/3” progressive scan low lux CMOS for GV-EBL1100 Series 1/2.8’’ progressive scan low lux CMOS for GV-EBL2100 Series Dual streams from H.264 or MJPEG Up to 30 fps at 1280 x 1024 Up to 25 fps at 1920 x 1080 ...
4.3 Overview Panel Figure 4-1 Name Description Power Connects to the data cable. For details, see Connector 4.5 Connecting the Camera. Resets the camera to factory default. For Default Button details, see 4.6 Loading Factory Default.
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Target Bullet Camera IMPORTANT: The silica gel loses its effectiveness when the camera cover is opened. If you open the camera to access the load default button, replace the silica gel tape by taping the new silica gel tape to the inside of the camera cover.
Slide the sun-shield cover onto the top of the camera. Figure 4-2 Note: The GeoVision logo on the sun-shield cover should be closer to the front of the camera. Line up the screw hole on the camera with the opening on the sun- shield cover.
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Target Bullet Camera Ceiling Mount: Secure the supporting rack to the opening on the sun-shield cover Figure 4-4 Wall Mount: Insert and tighten the supplied screw and washer on the sun- shield cover. Secure the supporting rack to the bottom. Figure 4-5...
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IMPORTANT: To avoid waterproofing failures, do not open the screw on the camera body. See Note for Waterproofing Failures. Install the camera to the wall or ceiling using the screw anchors and self-tapping screws. You can also stand the camera on a plain surface.
Target Bullet Camera 4.5 Connecting the Camera 4.5.1 Wire Definition The data cable provides connections for power, ground and network access. The wires are defined below: Figure 4-7 Wire Color Definition DC 12V Black Ground Black (thick) PoE, Ethernet...
4.5.2 Power Connection There are two ways to supply power to the camera: Use a Power over Ethernet (PoE) adapter to connect the camera to the network, and the power will be provided at the same time. Plug the power adapter to the 12V terminal block as shown below. The power adapter is an optional device.
Target Bullet Camera 4.6 Loading Factory Default Keep the power and network cables (or PoE) connected to the camera. Loosen the camera’s cover. Press and hold the default button for about 8 seconds. Default button Figure 4-10 Release the default button. When the process of loading default settings is completed, the camera reboots automatically.
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