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GeoVision GV-GF1911 User Manual

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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. GF-F...
  • 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 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 V1.31 GV-GF1922 V2 V2.00...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface ................i 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 ................. 4 1.4 Rear View ........................
  • Page 5 7.3 Other Settings ......................47 7.4 Firmware ........................50 7.5 Account Settings ....................51 Chapter 8 Upgrading Firmware ....... 52 8.1 GV-GF1911 / 1912 ....................52 8.1.1 Connecting to a Computer ................52 8.1.2 Installing Software ..................54 8.2 GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 .................56...
  • Page 6 Chapter 9 LED Indicator ........... 57 9.1 GV-GF1911 / 1912 / 1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 (connected with GV-AS Manager) ..57 9.2 GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 (Standalone) ............59 Appendix ..............60...

  • 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

    GV-AS2110 / 4110 / 8110 V1.23 or later GV-AS2120 V1.41 or later GV-CS1320 V2.00 or later IMPORTANT: RS-485 connection support for GV-GF1911 / 1912 has been removed from GV-AS21 / 41 / 81 series firmware V1.41, GV-EV48 firmware V2.30 and GV-ASManager V4.4.3.0. viii...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction The fingerprint reader can work with GeoVision access controllers and GV-ASManager software to create a complete access control system. Three types of operation modes are supported: Card + Fingerprint, Fingerprint Only, and Card Only. Card + Fingerprint Mode With the fingerprint reader only, you can enroll and manage users using the supplied Manager Enroll Card and Delete Card, along with optional MIFARE cards.

  • 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 ⚫ Data Cable (of 100 cm / 3.28 feet) ⚫ Manager Enroll Card ⚫ Manager Delete Card ⚫...

  • Page 13: Options

    For Card + Fingerprint Mode, be sure that your user card has the serial number starting with the letter F; otherwise, you cannot record fingerprints to the user card. GV-NET I/O Card and PC Service Package are only compatible with GV-GF1911 / 1912.

  • Page 14: Serial Number / Mac Address

    1.3 Serial Number / MAC Address To find the serial number of GV-GF1911 / 1912, see the XID number on the back of the reader. Figure 1-1 For GV-GF1921 /1922 / GV-GF1922 V2, you can find the MAC address on the back of the reader.

  • Page 15: Rear View

    Introduction 1.4 Rear View 1.4.1 1911 / 1912 Models Figure 1-3 No. Name Function Connects to network and allows network connection with a GV- Ethernet Port AS Controller. See 2.3 Connecting through TCP/IP Interface. Connects to a GV-AS Controller through Wiegand connection Wiegand Interface using the supplied data cable.

  • Page 16: 1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 Models

    1.4.2 1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 Models Figure 1-4 No. Name Function Resets all configurations to factory defaults. Use a pin to press the default button until the steady purple LED Default Button light flashes red and blue. When you hear the blinking sound, release the default button and the light will turn a steady purple, indicating that the device has been reset to its factory defaults.

  • Page 17: Installation

    Introduction 1.5 Installation Follow the steps below to install the GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 reader on the wall. Place the mounting plate on the wall as illustrated below. Figure 1-5 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.
  • Page 18 Place fingerprint reader on the mounting plate and thread the cables through the rectangular hole. Figure 1-7 Secure the security screw on the bottom. Figure 1-8...

  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Connecting Gv-As Controller

    Depending on the model of the fingerprint reader, three types of communication links are available: Wiegand, RS-485 and TCP/IP. 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 20: Web Configuration

    2.1.2 Web 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 21: Connecting Through Rs-485 Interface

    Installation 2.2 Connecting through RS-485 Interface Supported models: GV-GF1911 / 1912. Note: RS-485 connection support for GV-GF1911 / 1912 has been removed from GV-AS21 / 41 / 81 series firmware V1.41, GV-EV48 firmware V2.30 and GV-ASManager V4.4.3.0. 2.2.1 Physical Connection Use the terminal block on the above four reader models for RS-485 connection to the GV-AS Controller.

  • Page 22: Web Configuration

    2.2.2 Web 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 23: Connecting Through Tcp/Ip Interface

    Installation 2.3 Connecting through TCP/IP Interface Supported models: GV-GF1911 / 1912 / 1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 2.3.1 Physical Connection The fingerprint reader and GV-AS Controller can be connected through LAN. Prepare a 12V DC power adapter to connect the fingerprint reader to a power source.

  • Page 24: Accessing The Web Interface

    2.3.2 Accessing the Web Interface When the fingerprint reader connects to a network, the DHCP server automatically assigns it an unused IP address. This IP address will remain unchanged unless you unplug or disconnect your reader from the network. Note: If your router does not support DHCP, the default IP address is 192.168.0.10. The default login ID and password are both admin.

  • Page 25: Web Configuration

    Installation 2.3.3 Web Configuration To connect the fingerprint reader and GV-AS Controller via 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 When the connection is established, the message “Controller is connected” appears. Note: If the fingerprint reader fails to connect to GV-AS Controller, it beeps (for GV-GF1911 / 1912) or the light turns purple (for GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2) until the connection is...

  • Page 28: Chapter 3 Fingerprint Only Mode

    The Fingerprint Only mode must be used in conjunction with the GV-ASManager software and the GV-GF1911 / 1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 reader to enroll fingerprints. You first enroll fingerprint data in GV-ASManager before uploading it to the fingerprint readers installed on GeoVision access controllers.

  • Page 29: Enrolling Fingerprints Locally

    After connecting the GV-HUB, GV-COM, GV-NET/IO Card or USB cable to the server, install the driver from the supplied software. RS-485 connection support for GV-GF1911 has been removed from GV-AS21 / 41 / 81 series firmware V1.41 and GV-ASManager V4.4.3.0.
  • Page 30 Enrolling Fingerprints Locally on GV-ASManager Before you begin enrolling fingerprints, ensure that you have added cards, created user accounts, and assigned cards to users in GV-ASManager. Follow the steps below to enroll fingerprints on GV-ASManager. Note: Each user’s fingerprints must be paired with a card number. If you do not have cards, you can generate virtual card numbers to represent the enrolled fingerprints.
  • Page 31 Fingerprint Only Mode Establish connection between GV-ASManager and the reader. ◼ GV-GF1911: Select COM for Connection Type, and click Search to detect the reader. ◼ GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2: Type the reader’s IP Address and Port , or click Search to detect the reader under the same LAN.

  • Page 32: Enrolling Fingerprints Remotely (Gv-Gf1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 Only)

    3.1.2 Enrolling Fingerprints Remotely (GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 Only) Before you begin enrolling fingerprints, ensure that you have added cards, created user accounts, and assigned cards to users in GV-ASManager. Follow the procedures below to remotely enroll fingerprints on a GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 reader. On the menu bar of GV-ASManager, click Personnel and select Users.
  • Page 33 Fingerprint Only Mode Use the drop-down list to assign a card to a blank fingerprint. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to create multiple fingerprint data if needed. To delete a blank fingerprint, place the mouse pointer on the finger square. The button appears.
  • Page 34 If more than one blank fingerprint has been enrolled for a user, have the user register left hand first, followed by right hand, in the order of thumb, forefinger, middle finger, ring finger and little finger, on a connected fingerprint reader. Using Figure 3-6 as an example, register in the order of left hand thumb, then left hand forefinger, and finally right hand thumb and forefinger.
  • Page 35 Fingerprint Only Mode Note: The GeoFinger Server IP Address is the GV-ASManager’s IP address. To find out the GeoFinger Server port in GV-ASManager, select Tools > Servers > GeoFinger Server. Figure 3-10...

  • Page 36: Uploading Fingerprints To Readers

    GV-ASManager GV-AS Controller GV-GF1911 Figure 3-11 For GV-GF1911 / 1912 / 1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2, data can be transferred straight from GV- ASManager over network. Figure 3-12 Note: 1. RS-485 connection support for GV-GF1911 / 1912 has been removed from GV-AS21 / 41 / 81 series firmware V1.41, GV-EV48 firmware V2.30 and GV-ASManager V4.4.3.0.
  • Page 37 Fingerprint Only Mode To upload data from GV-ASManager to the fingerprint reader, follow the instruction below. A. Connect GV-ASManager and the Reader 1. On the menu bar of GV-ASManager, click Setup and select Devices. 2. Double-click a controller and select a Door. The Controller Setup dialog box appears. 3.
  • Page 38 B. Upload Fingerprints to the Reader 4. On the menu bar of GV-ASManager, click Setup and select Feature Access. This dialog box appears. Figure 3-14 5. To upload fingerprints, select the desired doors in the top-left pane. If you have assigned multiple doors to a group, select the desired group in the bottom-left pane.
  • Page 39 Fingerprint Only Mode 7. Click the Add button to upload the selected fingerprints to the desired doors or groups. When the upload is complete, check marks will appear in the In (Entrance door) or Out (Exit door) columns. The resulting window after uploading may look like this: Figure 3-15 Note: If green checkmarks are missing in the In or Out columns, right-click the door in the...

  • Page 40: Uploading Fingerprints Using Door Groups

    3.3 Uploading Fingerprints Using Door Groups When a large number of GV-AS Controllers are connected to GV-ASManager, the doors of different controllers can be organized into different door groups. Using door groups, you can quickly upload fingerprints to doors installed with fingerprint readers. 1.

  • Page 41: Using The Fingerprint Reader

    Fingerprint Only Mode 3.4 Using the Fingerprint Reader After you connect the fingerprint reader to a controller and enroll fingerprints, scan your enrolled finger to gain access. If the presented fingerprint matches any record in the fingerprint reader, the light will change from blue to green.

  • Page 42: Chapter 4 Card + Fingerprint Mode

    The fingerprint reader can only work with GV-AS ID F cards and tags. Each card or tag can only store two fingerprints. It is required to set card identification to GeoVision Card (UID) or GeoVision Card (GID). See 7.2 Card Setting.
  • Page 43 Or present the Manager Enroll Card to exit the enroll mode. Step 3: GV-GF1911 / 1912 When the light is blinking blue, scan your fingerprint and withdraw when the reader beeps. The light turns green and then back to blue again.
  • Page 44 Step 4: GV-GF1911 / 1912 To enroll the second fingerprint, repeat step 3. GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 To enroll the second fingerprint, repeat step 3. Withdraw your finger when you hear a log beep. The light shall blink green.

  • Page 45: Deletion

    Card Only Mode 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 Deletion Procedure Step 1: In the standby mode, the light is blue on.

  • Page 46: Using The Fingerprint Reader

    4.3 Using the Fingerprint Reader After you connect the fingerprint reader to a controller, present a user card. The light on the reader will blink blue. Then scan your enrolled finger to gain access. If the presented fingerprint matches any record in the card, the light will change from blue to green.

  • Page 47: 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 48: Enrollment

    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 49: Deletion

    Card Only Mode 5.2 Deletion To delete the access right of a card, inactivate or delete the user account created 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 connecting the fingerprint reader to a controller, present your enrolled card.

  • Page 50: Chapter 6 Standalone Mode

    Chapter 6 Standalone Mode The GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 can work on its own without connecting to GV-AS Controller and GV-AS Manager. 6.1 Physical Connection Use the data cable provided to connect input and output devices. Each GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 can be connected to two inputs (door sensor and exit button) and one output (door relay).
  • Page 51 Standalone Mode Data Cable Wire Color Definition +12V Black Green IN1 (only for button input) Blue IN2 (only for door sensor) White IN Com Brown / Orange Relay NC Purple / Pink Relay NO Yellow Relay Com Note: The I/O interface of GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 only works in Local Mode.

  • Page 52: Enabling The Local Mode

    6.2 Enabling the Local Mode To function as a standalone device, it is required to activate the local mode of the GV- GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 on its Web interface. Figure 6-2 To limit enrollment or deletion to one card, type the card’s identification number. To set up the input and output status as Normal Open or Normal Close, Lock Reset Time, and Help Open Time, see 7.3 Other Settings.

  • Page 53: Fingerprints And Card Enrollment

    Standalone Mode 6.3 Fingerprints and Card Enrollment After connecting your GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 to power and I/O devices, you can enroll fingerprints. The standalone fingerprint reader supports the Fingerprint Only Mode. 6.3.1 Fingerprint Only Mode Use any MIFARE card during enrollment for this mode. ⚫...

  • Page 54: Chapter 7 Web Interface For Gv-Gf1921 / 1922 / 1922

    Chapter 7 Web Interface for GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 The GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 can be configured through its Web interface. For details on accessing the Web interface, see 2.3.2 Accessing the Web Interface. 7.1 Network Settings Figure 7-1...
  • Page 55 Web Interface for GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 [Machine Name] The device name is displayed. Click the space to change the device name. Note: Valid values for the Machine Name include numerals, letters, and -. No other special characters, symbols or spaces are allowed. [Data Transmission Port] The port allows GV-ASManage to transfer fingerprint data to the reader.

  • Page 56: Card Settings

    Figure 7-3 ◼ Unique Identification (UID): Select this option when using third-party access cards. ◼ GeoVision Card (GID): Select this option when using the Card + Fingerprint mode. This option enables the fingerprint reader to read GeoVision Identifier (GID) on GeoVision’s access cards.

  • Page 57: Other Settings

    Web Interface for GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 7.3 Other Settings Figure 7-4...
  • Page 58 [GeoFinger Server Configuration] To transfer fingerprint data back to GV-ASManager for remote fingerprint enrollment, provide the GV-ASManager’s IP address and port number. The default port is 2167. The port corresponds to the GeoFinger Server port in GV-ASManager (Tools > Servers > GeoFinger Server), as shown below.
  • Page 59 Web Interface for GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 ◼ Lock Reset Time: Sets the duration (in seconds) that a door/gate remains open until it is locked again. The default setting is 1 second. For example, if the Lock Reset Time is 5 seconds and access is granted, the door/gate will automatically lock after 5 seconds.

  • Page 60: Firmware

    7.4 Firmware You can upgrade your device firmware through the Web interface. To upgrade firmware by a utility, see Chapter 8 Upgrading Firmware. To upgrade firmware: Click Browse and select the firmware file. Click Upload. This update process may take 60 seconds to complete. When the update is complete, you will be asked to reboot the reader.

  • Page 61: Account Settings

    Web Interface for GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 7.5 Account Settings Figure 7-7 [Account] Rename the account (login ID). The default login ID is admin. [Password] The default password is admin. To change the password, type a new password in Password Change, type it again in Password Confirm and click Submit.

  • Page 62: Chapter 8 Upgrading Firmware

    Upgrade your fingerprint reader firmware to a new version. 8.1 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 63 GV-COM / GV-HUB and a computer. You can also prepare a 12V DC Power Adapter to connect the fingerprint reader to a power source. GV-HUB / GV-COM / RS- 485 12V Power GV-GF1911/1912 GV-AS Controller Figure 8-2...

  • Page 64: Installing Software

    8.1.2 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 65 Upgrading Firmware 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.

  • Page 66: Gv-Gf1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2

    8.2 GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 GeoVision periodically releases updated firmware on the company website. To load the new firmware into the camera, follow the instructions below. The GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 can be upgraded either through its Web interface or using GV-IP Device Utility.

  • Page 67: Chapter 9 Led Indicator

    LED Indicator Chapter 9 LED Indicator 9.1 GV-GF1911 / 1912 / 1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 (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.
  • Page 68 The fingerprint is not found. Yellow Flash once *for GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 only The IP and Gateway addresses do not match. (The first three sets of numbers should match). For example, the white light appears when the device’s IP address is configured to 10.10.0.100 and gateway is 192.168.0.1.

  • Page 69: Gv-Gf1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 (Standalone)

    LED Indicator 9.2 GV-GF1921 / 1922 / 1922 V2 (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.

  • Page 70: Appendix

    Appendix How to access the reader’s Web interface? The reader’s Web interface must be accessed using Internet Explorer mode in Microsoft Edge. 1. Open Internet Properties from the Run dialog box. Press Win + R to bring up the Run dialog, type inetcpl.cpl and click OK.
  • Page 71 Appendix 4. Select Allow for Slide the Allow sites to be reloaded in Internet Explorer. Restart Microsoft Edge. 5. Select Web Page for the reader found using GV-IP Device Utility. Alternatively, enter its IP address into Edge’s address bar. 6. On this page, select More Information and then Go to the webpage (not recommended).

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