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Quick Start Guide GV-Cloud IP Camera GV-GBL4900 / GBL4911 GV-GDR4900 GV-GEB4900 GV-GEBF4911 GV-GFER6900 GV-GVD4910 Before attempting to connect or operate this product, GSERIES-QG-D please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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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.
Warning and Caution ⚫ If the product does not work properly, contact your dealer or the nearest service center. Never attempt to disassemble the camera yourself. (We shall not be responsible for any problems caused by unauthorized repair or maintenance.) ⚫...
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Adjusting ring Power connector (DC 12V) Mounting base microSD card slot Ethernet connector (PoE) Default button Microphone MIC-Audio input connector IR LED x 2 HP-Audio output connector Alarm input/output Note: It is recommended to install the waterproof connector for outdoor installation. This series can be powered by DC 12V / PoE power supply.
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Connecting Alarm Input / Output Connecting Network Cable Loosen the nut from the main element. Run the network cable (without RJ 45 connector) through the both elements. Then crimp the cable with RJ 45 connector. Connect the cable to the Ethernet connector. Then tighten the nut and the main cover.
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Ethernet connector (PoE) Default button MIC-Audio input connector DC IN & CVBS Interface HP-Audio output connector Zoom - Zoom + CVBS Video Output microSD card slot Alarm input/output IR LED x 4 (the 2 LED lights in the middle will be on at long Power connector (DC 12V) shots) Microphone...
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Connecting Network Cable Loosen the nut from the main element. Run the network cable (without RJ 45 connector) through the both elements. Then crimp the cable with RJ 45 connector. Connect the cable to the Ethernet connector. Then tighten the nut and the main cover.
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Ethernet connector (PoE) Microphone MIC-Audio input connector microSD card slot HP-Audio output connector Default button IR LED x 2 Alarm input/output Power connector (DC 12V) Note: It is recommended to install the waterproof connector for outdoor installation. This series can be powered by DC 12V / PoE power supply. If the PoE switch is used to power the camera, DC 12V power supply is not required.
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Ethernet connector (PoE) Fixed Screw MIC-Audio input connector Microphone HP-Audio output connector microSD card slot Default button Power connector (DC 12V) IR LED Mounting Base Note: It is recommended to install the waterproof connector for outdoor installation. This series can be powered by DC 12V / PoE power supply. If the PoE switch is used to power the camera, DC 12V power supply is not required.
1.5 GV-GEBF4911 Ethernet connector (PoE) Microphone Audio input microSD card slot Audio output Default button Warm LED Alarm input/output IR LED Power port (DC 12V) Active Deterrence LED Speaker...
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Note: It is recommended to install the water-proof connector for outdoor installation. This series can be powered by DC 12V / PoE power supply. If the PoE switch is used to power the camera, DC 12V power supply is not required. To load default settings, press and hold the default button for 10 seconds.
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Ethernet connector (PoE) Power connector (DC 12V) MIC audio input connector microSD card slot HP audio output connector Default button Built-in microphone CVBS video output (BNC) IR LED x 4 Alarm input/output RS-485 port Note: It is recommended to install the water-proof connector for outdoor installation. This series can be powered by DC 12V / PoE power supply.
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Connecting Network Cable Note: If the RJ-45 connector of the network cable has a jacket and cannot be threaded through the kit, remove the jacket. If the jacket cannot be removed, cut off the connector and install an RJ-45 connector without the jacket.
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Ethernet connector (PoE) Zoom + MIC-Audio input microSD card slot HP-Audio output Default button DC IN & CVBS Interface CVBS Video Output Microphone Alarm input/output IR LED x 3 (the third LED light will Power port (DC 12V) be on at long shots) Zoom - Note: It is recommended to install the water-proof connector for outdoor installation.
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Connecting Alarm Input / Output Contact parameters of Relay: Contact Load: resistive: 1A 125V AC / 24V DC Max. Voltage: 30V DC / 125V AC Max. Current: 1A Min. Current & Voltage: 10mA, 5V DC...
2. Installation The following instructions are for standard installs. Refer to the GV-G Series IP Camera Mount Installation Guide for more information on optional GV-Mount installations. 2.1 GV-GBL4900 Make sure that the wall or ceiling can support at least 3 times the camera’s weight and that the installation is done in a dry environment.
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Bracket adjustment. Before adjustment, preview the image of the camera on a monitor and then loosen the adjusting ring to adjust the viewing angle of the camera. Tighten the adjusting ring after the adjustment. Open the cover of the camera and then insert a microSD card. Install the cover back to the camera and secure it firmly with the screws.
2.2 GV-GBL4911 Make sure that the wall or ceiling can support at least 3 times the camera’s weight and that the installation is done in a dry environment. It's recommended to reinstall the camera cover within 4 hours of removal.
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Bracket adjustment. Before adjustment, preview the image of the camera on a monitor (see the figure of step 5) and then loosen the lock screws to adjust the view angle of the camera. After that, tighten the lock screws. Open the cover of the camera as shown in the following figure and then insert a microSD card.
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Install the cover back to the camera and secure it firmly with the screws. Note: Install the cover back in the same way you disassemble it, in case the sealing performance is affected.
2.3 GV-GDR4900 Before installation, consider the following points: ⚫ Ensure the wall or ceiling is solid enough to support three times the weight of the camera. ⚫ After removing the lower dome, reattach it within four hours. ⚫ Don't remove the protective film until the installation is complete. Use two fingers to remove the trim ring from the rim with marks.
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Route and connect these cables. (A) Loosen the nut from the main element. (B) Run the network cable (without RJ 45 connector) through the both elements. Then crimp the cable with RJ 45 connector. (C) Connect the cable to the Ethernet connector. Then tighten the nut and the main cover.
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Secure the camera to the ceiling or wall with the screws provided. Three-axis adjustment. Before adjustment, preview the image of the camera on a monitor and then adjust the camera according to the figure below to get an optimum angle. Replace the lower dome to the camera and make sure the light sensor can be seen from the outside.
2.4 GV-GEB4900 Make sure that the wall or ceiling can support at least 3 times the camera’s weight and that the installation is done in a dry environment. Loosen the fixed screw to dissemble the camera. Unscrew the cover of the dome and then insert a microSD card. After that, install back the cover and make sure the cover is installed firmly.
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Drill the screw holes and the cable hole on the ceiling according to the drill template. Then route and connect the cables. (a) Loosen the nut from the main element. (b) Run the network cable (without RJ 45 connector) through the both elements. Then crimp the cable with RJ 45 connector.
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Secure the mounting base to the ceiling or wall with the screws provided. Install the dome and enclosure to the mounting base. Then adjust the dome to obtain an optimum viewing angle.
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Finally, fasten the camera with the fixed screw.
2.5 GV-GEBF4911 Make sure that the wall or ceiling can support at least 3 times the camera’s weight and that the installation is done in a dry environment. Loosen the set screw and then move the camera unit to expose the cover of the SD card slot.
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Drill the screw holes and the cable hole on the ceiling according to the drill template. Then route and connect the cables. (a). Loosen the nut from the main element. (b). Run the network cable (without RJ 45 connector) through the both elements. Then crimp the cable with RJ 45 connector.
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Secure the mounting base to the ceiling or wall with the screws provide d. Install dome and enclosure to the mounting base. Adjust camera to obtain an optimum angle. Before adjustment, preview the image of the camera on a monitor.
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Tighten set screw after you finish adjusting the viewing angle of the camera .
2.6 GV-GFER6900 Make sure that the wall or ceiling can support at least 3 times the camera’s weight and that the installation is done in a dry environment. It's recommended to reinstall the camera cover within 4 hours of removal. Install SD Card 1.
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2. Drill the screw holes and cut the cable hole (A) in the ceiling according to the drill template. 3. Route and connect the cables. 4. Secure the camera to the wall with screws as shown below. 5. Install the trim ring back to the camera.
2.7 GV-GVD4910 Before installation, consider the following points: ⚫ Ensure the wall or ceiling is solid enough to support three times the weight of the camera. ⚫ After removing the lower dome, reattach it within four hours. ⚫ Don't remove the protective film until the installation is complete. Rotate the trim ring anticlockwise to remove it from the camera.
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Route and connect these cables. Loosen the nut from the main element. Run the network cable (without RJ-45 connector) through the both elements. Then crimp the cable with RJ-45 connector. Connect the cable to the Ethernet connector. Then tighten the nut and the main cover.
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Secure the camera to the ceiling or wall with the screws provided. Three-axis adjustment. Before adjustment, preview the image of the camera on a monitor and then adjust the camera according to the figure below to get an optimum angle. Press the T or W button to obtain an optimum image.
3. Accessing the Network Camera Looking Up the Dynamic IP Address By default, when the camera is connected to a LAN with the DHCP server, it is automatically assigned with a dynamic IP address. Follow the steps below to look up its IP address.
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IMPORTANT: 1. To change the password using GV-IP Device Utility, click on the camera’s IP address, and select Configure > Change Password. Or you can optionally change the password on the camera’s Web interface by clicking Config > Security > User; see “Modify User” in 4.7.1 User Configuration in the user’s manual.
Configuring the IP Address If the camera is connected to a LAN without the DHCP server, the default IP address will be 192.168.0.10. Follow the steps below to modify the IP address to avoid IP conflict with other GV-IP devices on the same LAN. 1.
4. The Web Interface After logging in, the following window will be shown. Note: Two-way audio, local recording, and the preview mode switch (real-time / balanced / fluent mode) are only supported in IE mode in Microsoft Edge. For GV-GBL4900 / GBL4911 / GDR4900 / GEB4900 / GEBF4911 / GVD4910: For GV-GFER4900: Before you view the live image, set the stream mode and installation method as needed (see 4.1.5 Configuring Fisheye Parameters in the user’s manual for details).
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The following table is the instructions of the icons on the live view interface. Icon Description Icon Description Select live preview mode (only Sensor alarm indicator for GV-GFER6900) Original size Motion alarm indicator Color abnormal indicator (not Fit correct scale applicable to GV-GFER6900) Abnormal clarity indicator (not Adapt...
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Icon Description Icon Description Loitering detection indicator (not PTZ control applicable to GV-GEBF4911 / GFER6900) Illegal parking detection indicator Face Detection (not applicable (not applicable to GV-GEBF4911 to GV-GFER6900) / GFER6900) Video metadata extraction Rule information display indicator (not applicable to GV-GFER6900) For detailed information, see Chapter 3 Live View in the user’s manual.
5. Upgrading System Firmware GeoVision periodically releases updated firmware on the company website. To load the new firmware into the camera, follow the instructions below. 1. On the Web interface, click Config > Maintenance > Upgrade. 2. Click the Choose File / Browse button to locate the firmware file saved at your local computer.
6. Restoring to Factory Default If for any reason the camera is not responding correctly, you can restore the camera back to its factory default settings using the Web interface or the Load Default Button. On the Camera 1. Find the Load Default button on the camera (see Chapter 1 Overview). 2.
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For GV-GBL4900 / GBL4911 / GDR4900 / GEB4900 / GFER6900 / GVD4910 On the Web interface, click Config >Maintenance > Backup and Restore. Click Restore Factory Settings and then verify the password to restore all system settings to the default factory settings.
7. Connecting to GV-Cloud VMS To connect the camera to GV-Cloud VMS, follow the steps below. Note: Motion Detection is required for GV-Cloud connection. The event is enabled by default for the following scenarios: When the camera is successfully connected to GV-Cloud When the camera reconnects to GV-Cloud after disconnection iii.
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Select Host in the left menu, and click in the upper right corner. This dialog box appears. Type Display Name, Password (to be the host’s GV-Cloud login password), and select Time Zone for the host. The rest information is optional. Click Send.
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Go to Config > System > Storage to set up the service quota from the camera’s SD card for the snapshots and recordings uploaded onto GV-Cloud VMS. For details, see 4.1.4 Storage in the user’s manual. Note: It is recommended to set the Cloud Service Quota to 90% to prioritize cloud storage over the camera’s storage.
8. Connecting to GV-Center V2 To connect to GV-Center V2, follow the steps below: Note: The following events are supported on GV-Center V2: GV-GBL4900 / GBL4911 / GDR4900 / GEBF4911 / GFER6900 / GVD4910: Motion Detection, Line Crossing, Region Entrance, Region Exiting, Region Intrusion, Video Exception (Scene Change Detection), I/O events GV-GEB4900: Motion Detection, Line Crossing, Region Entrance, Region Exiting, Region Intrusion, Video Exception (Scene Change Detection)
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