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Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide GV-SNVR System GV-SNVR System The Vision of Security Thank you for purchasing GV-SNVR. This guide is designed to assist the new user in getting immediate results from the GV-SNVR. For advanced information on how to use the GV-SNVR, please SNVR-QG-A refer to GV-SNVR User's Manual (GV-Desktop <...
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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.
1. Introduction 1.1 Packing List You can choose to purchase a GV-SNVR package or a bundled package which includes 4 GV-Target IP Camera of your choice and a GV-PoE switch. 1.1.1 GV-SNVR Package GV-SNVR0400F 1. GV-SNVR0400F 2. AC power cord 3.
1.1.2 Bundled Package for GV-SNVR0400F GV-SNVR0400F Package x 1 Target IP Camera x 4 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.
1.2 Compatible Devices and System Requirements 1.2.1 Supported GV-IP Cameras The GV-SNVR is compatible with the following GV-IP Cameras: ˙ GV-Target Series IP Camera (Firmware V1.0 or later) ˙ GV-SD220/220-S (Firmware V1.02 or later) ˙ All the other GV-IP Cameras (Firmware V2.11 or later) EXCEPT the models below: ...
1.3 Options Optional devices can expand your GV-SNVR’s capabilities and versatility. Contact your dealer for more information. Options Description The GV-Joystick V2 facilitates the PTZ camera control. It GV-Joystick V2 can be plugged into the GV-SNVR for independent use to empower the operation of PTZ cameras.
2. Overview 2.1 Front View 2.1.1 GV-SNVR0400F No. Name Function USB 2.0 Port Connects to keyboard, mouse, storage device or GV-Joystick V2. Audio In Not functional. Audio Out Not functional. Power LED Shows constant blue when the power is supplied for the device. Shows constant red when the following situations occur: ˙...
2.1.2 GV-SNVR1600 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 Glows blue when the hard drive is writing or reading data. Shows constant red when the following situations occur: ˙...
2.2 Rear View 2.2.1 GV-SNVR0400F No. Name Function Gigabit Ethernet Port Connects to the network. HDMI Output Connects to the HD TV. Connects to keyboard, mouse, storage device or GV-Joystick USB 2.0 Port Restores the device to default settings. Press the button for 15 Default Button seconds to load default.
2.2.2 GV-SNVR1600 No. Name Function Audio Microphone In Port Not functional. VGA Monitor Output Connects to the VGA monitor. HDMI Port Connects to the HD TV. Connects to keyboard, mouse, storage device or USB 2.0 Port x 4 GV-Joystick V2. Power Input Connects to power supply.
3. Installing the Hard Drive The GV-SNVR uses SATA hard drive for video data storage. Before recording, be sure to install the hard drive. GV-SNVR0400F Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to the GV-SNVR0400F. 1. Unscrew the two screws on the rear panel and remove the cover. 2.
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3. Place the hard drive in the drive drawer as below by aligning the three holes. 4. Secure the hard drive with the drive drawer using the supplied 6 screws (3 screws on each side). 5. Connect the SATA Power Cable and Data Cable to the hard drive. 6.
GV-SNVR1600 Follow the steps below to install the hard drive to the GV-SNVR1600. 1. Loosen the 6 screws and remove the cover. 2. Assemble the mounting brackets with the hard drive and tighten the screws on both sides. Note: Each mounting bracket is labeled L or R for recognition. Align the mounting bracket with the holes on the hard drive and make sure it is secured to the correct side.
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4. Tighten the 4 screws on the side of the hard drive. 5. Connect the SATA Power Cable and Data Cable to the hard drive. 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.
4. Installing GV-SNVR Follow the steps below to connect the GV-SNVR. 1. Connect the GV-SNVR to power. 2. Connect the GV-SNVR to the LAN port using the RJ-45 cable. 3. For GV-SNVR1600, connect speakers to the Audio Line Out port. 4.
Note: The GV-SNVR is DHCP enabled. When it is connected to the network, it will be automatically assinged an IP address. For GV-SNVR1600, the monitor used for VGA output must be capable of having a screen resolution of 1080p. 4.1 Network Connection for GV-SNVR1600 There are two network ports, LAN and WAN, for the GV-SNVR1600.
5. Connecting to GV-IP Cameras After you have installed the IP cameras under the same LAN with the GV-SNVR, you are ready to display the channels on GV-SNVR. To automatically setting up GV-IP Cameras, see the section below. To manually add GV-IP Cameras, see 2.3.2 Manually Connecting GV-IP Camera in GV-SNVR User’s Manual.
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IMPORTANT: By default, GV-IP Cameras have 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. The GV-SNVR connects with IP cameras with the default ID and password admin. If you fail to log in the IP camera, click the Edit icon and type the correct ID and password for connection.
6. 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. Select Storage. Click Format. This dialog box appears. Click Execute to format the hard drive.
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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. 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.
7. Main Screen Close the Camera page to display connected channels on the main screen. No. Name Description Indicates the camera name. The column changes from gray to red Camera Name when the recording is enabled. System Brings up the options: Log Out and Shutdown. Accesses the settings of Camera, Recording, Network, Storage and Setting System.
7.1 Enabling the Recording To start recording, click the Record button and select a camera. To enable recording for all the connected cameras, select Start All Monitoring. For details, see 2.6 Enabling the Recording in GV-SNVR User’s Manual. 7.2 Playing Back Video You can instantly play back the recorded video without interrupting the monitoring and recording.
Login. 4. 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. After the installation, live view will be displayed.
9. Upgrading Firmware GeoVision periodically release the updated firmware on the Website. You can upgrade the firmware using an USB storage drive of FAT32 format. To upgrade the firmware, follow the steps below. 1. Download the firmware file to an USB storage drive.
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