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  • Page 1 GV-SNVR System User’s Manual User’s Manual SNVR04110811V240-UM-A...
  • Page 2 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 Preface 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-SNVR0811 V2.40 GV-SNVR0411 V2.40 GV-SNVR0400F V1.11 GV-SNVR1600 V1.21...
  • Page 4 Caution  The GV-SNVR System is designed only for indoor usage.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1.3.1 GV-SNVR Single Package ..............4 1.3.2 GV-SNVR Bundled Package ..............6 1.4 Compatible Products and System Requirements.........7 1.4.1 Supported GV-IP Cameras..............7 1.4.2 Supported GeoVision Applications ............8 1.4.3 System Requirements ...............9 1.5 Options ......................10 1.6 Overview....................11 1.6.1 Front View ..................11 1.6.2 Rear View..................15...
  • Page 6 Chapter 3 System Configuration ................ 50 3.1 Camera .......................50 3.2 Recording....................52 3.3 Network.......................53 3.4 Storage .......................58 3.5 Display ......................59 3.6 Service ......................61 3.6.1 Connecting GV-SNVR with GV-Center V2 and GV-Vital Sign Monitor ……………………………………………………………………………………..61 3.6.2 Connecting GV-Eye to GV-SNVR............63 3.7 System ......................65 Chapter 4 Video Playback ...................

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction GV-SNVR is an H.264/H.265 Linux-embedded Standalone Network Video Recorder which records video files directly to the internal hard drive, supporting up to 4 / 8 / 16 channels of GV-IP Cameras for network surveillance. With the feature of a Full HD HDMI video output, the GV-SNVR eliminates the need for a separate PC to view and play back video from the unit.

  • Page 8: Features

    ․ Display of HDD status and system temperature ․ DST (Daylight Saving Time) support ․ NTP (Network Time Protocol) support ․ GeoVision DDNS server support ․ E-mail notification for recording error and password retrieval ․ Recording export ․ Remote live view through Web browser ․...

  • Page 9: Models

    Introduction 1.2 Models The GV-SNVR has the following models: - Supports 1 SATA HDD (3.5”) GV-SNVR0411 GV-SNVR0400F - Records up to 4 IP channels -Supports 1 SATA HDD (3.5”) GV-SNVR0811 -Records up to 8 IP channels - Supports 4 SATA HDD (3.5”) GV-SNVR1600 - Records up to 16 IP channels 1.3 Packing List and Package...

  • Page 10: Gv-Snvr Single Package

    1.3.1 GV-SNVR Single Package GV-SNVR0411 1. GV-SNVR0411 2. AC power cord 3. AC/DC adapter (DC 52V, 1.38 A, 72 W) 4. SATA cable 5. HDD power cable 6. Screw x 4 (for HDD) 7. Rubber foot x 4 (for HDD) 8.
  • Page 11 Introduction 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...

  • Page 12: Gv-Snvr Bundled Package

    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.

  • Page 13: Compatible Products And System Requirements

    Introduction 1.4 Compatible Products and System Requirements 1.4.1 Supported GV-IP Cameras The GV-SNVR is compatible with the following GV-IP Cameras: ․ GV-Target Series IP Cameras (Firmware V1.0 or later) ․ GV-SD220/220-S (Firmware V1.04 or later) ․ All the other GV-IP Cameras (Firmware V2.11 or later) EXCEPT the models below: Firmware Not Supported Models GV-SNVR System GV-BX110...

  • Page 14: Supported Geovision Applications

    GV-EBL2101 / 2111 / 3101 is only supported on channel 1 of GV-SNVR0400F (*). For supported IP camera, the resolutions of stream 1 and 2 both must meet the requirements noted in Appendix C. 1.4.2 Supported GeoVision Applications The GV-SNVR is compatible with the following applications: For GV-SNVR0411 / 0811 ․...

  • Page 15: System Requirements

    Introduction 1.4.3 System Requirements Recommended Hard Disks GV-SNVR0411 / 0811 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.

  • Page 16: Options

    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.

  • Page 17: Overview

    Introduction 1.6 Overview 1.6.1 Front View 1.6.1.1 GV-SNVR0411 Figure 1-2 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 Error LED ․...
  • Page 18 1.6.1.2 GV-SNVR0400F Figure 1-3 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: ․...
  • Page 19 Introduction 1.6.1.3 GV-SNVR0811 Figure 1-4 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 Error LED ․ The hard drive is not formatted. ․...
  • Page 20 1.6.1.4 GV-SNVR1600 Figure 1-5 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: ․...

  • Page 21: Rear View

    Introduction 1.6.2 Rear View 1.6.2.1 GV-SNVR0411 Figure 1-6 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 GV-Joystick V2.
  • Page 22 1.6.2.2 GV-SNVR0400F Figure 1-7 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.
  • Page 23 Introduction 1.6.2.3 GV-SNVR0811 Figure 1-8 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. The light on the left turns orange Network when connecting to Ethernet of 10 /100 Mbps.
  • Page 24 1.6.2.4 GV-SNVR1600 Figure 1-9 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.

  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    Getting Started Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1 Installation The GV-SNVR uses SATA hard drive for video data storage. Before recording, be sure to install the hard drive. 2.1.1 GV-SNVR0411 Installing the Hard Drive Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to GV-SNVR0411. 1.
  • Page 26 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. Assemble the cover with the device by tightening the screws on the bottom and sides. (Figure 2-1).
  • Page 27 Getting Started 2.1.2 GV-SNVR0811 Installing the Hard Drive Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to GV-SNVR0811. 1. Unscrew the two screws on the both sides, and remove the cover. Figure 2-6 2. Place the hard drive in the driver drawer. Figure 2-7...
  • Page 28 3. Secure the hard drive from the back of the drawer using the supplied 4 screws. For hard drive under 4 TB For hard drive above 4 TB Figure 2-8 4. Connect the SATA Power Cable and Data Cable to the hard drive. Figure 2-9 5.

  • Page 29: Gv-Snvr0400F

    Getting Started 2.1.3 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 2-10 2. Unscrew the drive drawer and take it out from the device. Figure 2-11...
  • Page 30 3. Place the hard drive in the drive drawer as below by aligning the three holes. Figure 2-12 4. Secure the hard drive with the drive drawer using the supplied 6 screws (3 screws on each side). Figure 2-13 5. Connect the SATA Power Cable and Data Cable to the hard drive. Figure 2-14...

  • Page 31: Gv-Snvr1600

    Getting Started 6. Put the drive drawer back in the device and secure the two screws on the drive drawer (Figure 2-11). 7. Assemble the cover with the device by tightening the screws on rear panel (Figure 2-10). The hard drive is now ready to use. 2.1.4 GV-SNVR1600 Installing the Hard Drive Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to the GV-SNVR1600.
  • Page 32 3. Align the mounting bracket with the holes inside the unit. Figure 2-17 4. Tighten the 4 screws on the side of the hard drive. Figure 2-18 5. Connect the SATA Power Cable and Data Cable to the hard drive. Figure 2-19...
  • Page 33 Getting Started 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.

  • Page 34: Connecting The Gv-Snvr

    2.2 Connecting the GV-SNVR Follow the steps below to connect the GV-SNVR. GV-SNVR0411...
  • Page 35 Getting Started GV-SNVR0400F GV-SNVR1600 Figure 2-21...
  • Page 36 1. Connect the GV-SNVR to power. 2. Connect the GV-SNVR to the LAN port using the Ethernet cable. 3. Connect a speaker to the Audio Line Out port. 4. Connect a HDTV to HDMI connector for video/audio output. For GV-SNVR1600, optionally connect t a VGA monitor to the D-Sub connector for dual-monitor display.

  • Page 37: Network Connection For Gv-Snvr1600

    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...

  • Page 38: Setting Up Gv-Ip Camera

    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.
  • Page 39 Getting Started IMPORTANT: By default, GV-IP Cameras use the IP address 192.168.0.10. The GV-SNVR will automatically assign unused IP addresses to these cameras to avoid IP address conflict with others under the same LAN. For GV-SNVR0411 / 0811, to connect to GV-EBD4700, UVS-ABD1300 / ABL1300 / ADR1300 and EVS-ABD1300 / ABL1300 / ADR1300, your network environment must have a DHCP server.

  • Page 40: Manually Connecting Gv-Ip Cameras

    Network. On the Camera page, click the Add Cameras button. Select GeoVision or GeoVision_2 protocol. GeoVision_2 protocol is for connecting to GV-EBD4700, UVS-ABD1300 / ABL1300 / ADR1300 and EVS-ABD1300 / ABL1300 / ADR1300. Type the IP Address, Username and Password of the desired IP camera. Keep the default Port 10000 or modify if necessary.
  • Page 41 Getting Started To connect the GV-SNVR with the added cameras, click the box next to the CH column on the Camera page. Figure 2-26 To delete the added IP camera, click the Delete button of the camera on the Camera page.

  • Page 42: Manually Connecting Third-Party Ip Camera

    2.3.3 Manually Connecting Third-Party IP Camera The information in this section only applies to GV-SNVR0411 / 0811. You can connect the H.264 / H.265 third-party cameras through ONVIF and RTSP protocols. On the Camera page, click the Add Cameras button. Select the type of Protocol that is supported by your IP camera, ONVIF, or RTSP.
  • Page 43 Getting Started 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 2-28 Click Apply to add the IP camera.

  • Page 44: Changing Camera Ip Address And Assigning Channels

    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.

  • Page 45: Formatting The Hard Drive

    Getting Started 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 2-31 Select Storage. Figure 2-32 Click Format. This dialog box appears. Figure 2-33 Click Execute to format the hard drive.
  • Page 46 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. Figure 2-34 Note: When the hard drive status displays other value instead of 0, replace the hard drive with a new one to ensure proper video recording.

  • Page 47: Main Screen

    Getting Started 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 2-35 No. Name Description Indicates the camera name. The column changes from gray to red Camera Name when the recording is enabled.
  • Page 48 Division & Page Selects screen divisions and switch between cameras in single Up / Down division. 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.

  • Page 49: Enabling Recording

    Getting Started 2.6 Enabling Recording To start recording, click the Record button (No. 4, Figure 2-36) 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.

  • Page 50: Live Monitoring

    2.8 Live Monitoring On the main screen, you can click the Division button (No. 5, Figure 2-35) and select 1, 4, 9 or 16 Division. Optionally, click on the live view of desired camera to switch to full screen. Figure 2-36 2.8.1 Snapshot To take a snapshot of live or playback video, follow the steps below.

  • Page 51: Audio

    Getting Started 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.

  • Page 52: Ptz Control

    2.8.3 PTZ Control To enable the PTZ function on live video, click the camera name of desired camera and select Enable PTZ. The PTZ control panel appears at the lower-right corner of the live view. Note: 1. The option is only available for the cameras supporting PTZ functions. 2.
  • Page 53 Getting Started To enable PTZ control, you can also use the GV-Joystick V2, a plug-and-play device used to pan, tilt, zoom and focus a PTZ camera. When the GV-Joystick V2 is connected to the USB port on the GV-SNVR, the Joystick icon will appear beside the camera name.

  • Page 54: Digital Ptz Function

    2.8.4 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.

  • Page 55: Fisheye Dewarping

    Getting Started 2.8.5 Fisheye Dewarping Only for GV-SNVR0411 / 0811 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.

  • Page 56: Chapter 3 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. Figure 3-2 ...
  • Page 57 System Configuration  Motion Area: Draw up to 8 areas with different sensitivity values on the image for motion detection.  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. ...

  • Page 58: Recording

    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. To set up the recording mode, click the Motion Recording icon Round-the-clock icon and drag the cursor on the desired period.

  • Page 59: Network

    System Configuration 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.
  • Page 60 To assign a static IP address, select Static and fill out the required settings below.  IP Address: Type a static IP address for the GV-SNVR. The default is 192.168.0.100.  Subnet Mask: Type a subnet mask. The default is 255.255.255.0. ...
  • Page 61 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. ...
  • Page 62 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.
  • Page 63 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. ...

  • Page 64: Storage

    [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.

  • Page 65: Display

    System Configuration Display You can adjust how you want GV-SNVR to be displayed. GV-SNVR0400F / 1600 GV-SNVR0411 / 0811 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.
  • Page 66  Auto Scan (sec.): Set a scan interval in seconds to enable the Auto Scan function. If the number of cameras added exceeds the number of live view grids available, the cameras will be shown in sequence for the selected time interval. In the example of a 15-second scan interval with 16 cameras in 9-ch division, GV-SNVR will alternate between 15 seconds of cameras 1 - 9 and 15 seconds of cameras 10 - 16.

  • Page 67: Service

    System Configuration Service 3.6.1 Connecting GV-SNVR with GV-Center V2 and GV-Vital Sign Monitor In the Service page, you can connect GV-SNVR with GV-Center V2 and GV-Vital Sign Monitor. 1. Click Enable to enable connection with GV-Center V2 or GV-Vital Sign Monitor. Figure 3-10 2.
  • Page 68 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.

  • Page 69: Connecting Gv-Eye To Gv-Snvr

    GV-SNVR0811 (firmware V2.30 or later) are supported for this function. To use this function, the computer installed with GV-SNVR must be connected to the Internet. For details, see GV-Eye Installation Guide: http://pd.geovision.tw/datasheet/Guide/GV-Eye_V2.3-Installation-Guide.pdf 1. Click Mobile APP. This interface appears. Figure 3-11...
  • Page 70 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.

  • Page 71: System

    System Configuration Service 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. ...
  • Page 72 For GeoVision IP Cameras GV-SNVR0411 Channel Mode Channel Max. Resolution Default 8 M at 30 fps 8 M at 30 fps 5 M at 12 fps CH2* One Camera >2M 4 M at 15 fps CH3* 3 M at 19 fps...
  • Page 73 System Configuration For Third-Party IP Cameras using ONVIF / RTSP protocol GV-SNVR0411 Channel Mode Channel Max. Resolution Default 8 M at 30 fps 8 M at 30 fps CH2* One Camera >2M CH3* 2 M at 30 fps CH4* CH1* CH2* All Camera <=2M 2 M at 30 fps...
  • Page 74 [Time] Figure 3-16  Time Zone: Select a time zone of your location.  Daylight Saving Time: Click Enable and type the start time and end time for the system to automatically adjust to Daylight Saving Time.  Time Sync: Click Enable NTP and type the URL of a network time server to synchronize the clock of GV-SNVR over network.
  • Page 75 System Configuration [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.

  • Page 76: Chapter 4 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.
  • Page 77 Video Playback Use controls on Playback Panel to view the event in the way you want. Move the Slider forward or backward to navigate video frames. Ne xt Fra me Ne xt S te p P la yba ck Slide r S ca le Big S ca le S ma ll Time of the Vid e o...

  • Page 78: Ecording Backup

    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.

  • Page 79: Chapter 5 Remote Access To The Gv-Snvr

     GV-Control Center Note: 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, 18 in total for GV-SNVR0811, and 34 in total for GV-SNVR1600. Every connected channel will be counted as 1 connection.

  • Page 80: Accessing Through Web Browser

    Login. Note: 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. For Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari or Microsoft Edge: Click GV-Web Viewer, type in the IP address of your GV-SNVR, and click Connect to access the full functioning user interface.

  • Page 81: Live View Screen

    Remote Access to the GV-SNVR 5.1.1 Live View Screen After successfully logging in the Web interface, you can access the live view of connected IP cameras. Figure 5-2 No. Name Description Division & Page 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 / 0811), Recording, Network,...
  • Page 82 No. Name Description Exit Log out the Web interface. Right-click the live view of desired camera to access the functions below. Snapshot: Take a snapshot of live video. For details, see 5.1.2 Snapshot of Live Video. Full Screen: Switch the live view to full screen. Resolution: Display the resolution at the lower-right corner of the live view.

  • Page 83: Snapshot Of Live Video

    Remote Access to the GV-SNVR 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.

  • Page 84: Picture-In-Picture View

    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. Right-click the desired camera live view and select PIP. An inset window of the camera view appears in the bottom right corner.

  • Page 85: Picture-And-Picture View

    Remote Access to the GV-SNVR 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.

  • Page 86: Digital Ptz Control

    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 and 9-division display. 1.

  • Page 87: Fisheye View

    Remote Access to the GV-SNVR 5.1.6 Fisheye View Only for GV-SNVR0411 / 0811 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.
  • Page 88 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.  Single view: Composed of one PTZ view.
  • Page 89 Remote Access to the GV-SNVR 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...

  • Page 90: Accessing Through Mobile Device

    Accessing through Mobile Device To access the live view of GV-SNVR through the iOS or Android devices, you must install GV-Eye on your mobile devices. With GV-Eye, you can watch multiple live view in dual streams, enable the Picture in Picture (PIP) function and take snapshots from your mobile device.

  • Page 91: Accessing Through Gv-Control Center

    Remote Access to the GV-SNVR Accessing through GV-Control Center You can connect to GV-SNVR from GV-Control Center to access live view and play back recordings. For details, refer to GV-Control Center User’s Manual. Note: GV-SNVR0400F / 1600 is only compatible with GV-Control Center V3.3.0.0 or later; GV-SNVR0411 / 0811 is only compatible with GV-Control Center V3.4.0.0 or later.

  • Page 92: Chapter 6 Advanced Applications

    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. 1. Download the firmware file to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 93: Using The Gv-Ip Device Utility

    Remote Access to the GV-SNVR 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 or download it based on the instructions on the download page.

  • Page 94: Upgrading System Firmware

    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. 1. Double-click the GV-SNVR in the list and select Configure. This dialog box appears. Figure 6-3 2.

  • Page 95: Backing Up And Restoring Settings

    Remote Access to 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.
  • Page 96 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.

  • Page 97: Appendix

    Appendix 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...
  • Page 98 Model Capacity Toshiba MG03ACA400 4 TB DT01ABA300V 3 TB MG03ACA300 3 TB DT01ABA200V 2 TB DT01ACA200 2 TB Hitachi HUA723030ALA640 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...
  • Page 99 Appendix 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. Model GV-SNVR0411 / 0811 GV-SNVR0411: V2.40 Firmware Version GV-SNVR0811: V2.40 Stream Main Stream Sub Stream 2592 x 1944 2560 x 2048 2560 x 1920...
  • Page 100 Model GV-SNVR0400F Firmware Version V1.11 Stream Main Stream Sub Stream 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480, 320 x 240 640 x 480 320 x 240 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 CH2 ~ CH4 320 x 240 640 x 480 320 x 240 1920 x 1080...
  • Page 101 Appendix Model GV-SNVR1600 Firmware Version V1.21 Stream Main Stream Sub Stream 2592 x 1944 2560 x 1920 2048 x 1536 640 x 480, 320 x 240 2048 x 1520 1600 x 1200 1280 x 960 640 x 480 320 x 240 320 x 240 1600 x 1200 640 x 480, 320 x 240...

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