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GeoVision GV-SDI-204 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 Quick Start Guide V8.5.6.0 Before attempting to connect or operate this product, DVRV8560-QG-A please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
  • 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: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important Notice ....................... ii Important Notice before Using GV-Video Capture Card........iii Chapter 1 Video Capture Cards................1 1.1 GV-SDI-204......................2 1.2 GV-5016........................9 1.3 GV-4008.........................18 1.4 GV-4008A ......................27 1.5 GV-3008.........................33 1.6 GV-1120A, 1240A, 1480A ..................40 1.7 GV-1120B, GV-1240B, GV-1480B.................50 1.8 GV-900A ........................57...

  • Page 4: Important Notice

    Important Notice GPU Decoding Specifications In V8.5 or later, support for GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) decoding is added to lower the CPU loading and to increase the total frame rate supported by a GV-System. GPU decoding only supports the following software and hardware specifications: Software Specifications Supported Not Supported...

  • Page 5: Important Notice Before Using Gv-Video Capture Card

    Multi-Channel Playback Specifications In V8.5 or later, multi-channel playback in ViewLog has been enhanced to improve the smoothness of the video by producing higher frame rate. However, playing back multiple channels at high resolution can increase the CPU loading especially if the GV-System is processing other tasks simultaneously.
  • Page 6 Frame rate limit in a single hard disk when connecting to analog cameras Software Compression NTSC Video Resolution (MPEG4) 960 FPS 800 FPS VGA/D1 480 FPS 400 FPS Turbo VGA 416 FPS 400 FPS Turbo D1 352 FPS 320 FPS Note: The above data was determined using the default codec MPEG4 and hard disks with average R/W speed above 110 MB/s.
  • Page 7 The frame rate limit is based on the resolution of video sources. The higher video resolutions the lower frame rates you can assign to a single hard disk. In other words, the higher frame rates you wish to record the more hard disks you need to install. For the information of recording frame rates, you may consult the user’s manual of the GV- System or the IP camera that you wish to connect to.
  • Page 8 7. End of Support: • Starting from V8.3, GV-System will not support GV-250 Card, GV-Hybrid DVR (MPEG2) Card and GV-DSP Card. • Starting from V8.3.2, GV-System will not support GV-2004 Card. • Starting from V8.3.2, GV-System will not support MPEG2 codec. •...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Video Capture Cards

    Chapter 1 Video Capture Cards This chapter includes the following information: • Minimum system requirements • Packing list • Connection diagrams • Specifications • Driver installation • Comparison chart...

  • Page 10: Gv-Sdi-204

    120 / 100 fps (NTSC / PAL) in total at 1080p with H.264 hardware compression. You can install up to four GV-SDI-204 Cards for a total of 16 channels. The new technology of resolution is employed to enhance the live image without DSP Overlay. Even in multi views, the image on the largest division view can remain at high-quality resolution without DSP Overlay.
  • Page 11 Figure 1-1 Note: 1. The GV-SDI-204 Card only works when the supplied USB Dongle is inserted to PC. 2. The connected HD-SDI cameras must have a resolution under 1080p_30, 720p_60 or 1080i_60. The Video Lost message will be displayed when the connected...

  • Page 12: Connecting Hardware Watchdog

    When installing multiple capture cards, the Hardware Watchdog can be connected to any of the GV-SDI-204 cards, no matter if the cards are all GV-SDI-204 cards or a combination of GV-SDI-204 cards and other capture cards. If you are installing GV-SDI cards in addition to existing video capture cards and the Hardware Watchdog has already been connected, you do not need to change the connection to a GV-SDI-204 card.
  • Page 13 Video Capture Cards Installing Drivers After installing the GV-SDI-204 Card in the computer, insert the software DVD to install GV- Series drivers. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select the following two options to install card and USB dongle drivers.
  • Page 14 One distinct feature of GV-SDI-204 Cards is their ability of hardware compression, providing you with higher system performance and DVD recording quality. To take full advantage of GV-SDI-204 Cards, you can adjust the video settings, including the recording quality and frame rate, before running the GV-System.
  • Page 15 Video Capture Cards 4. Select the recording quality. 5. The Enable hardware-compressed data FIFO option is disabled by default. When the option is enabled, the hardware-compressed data from the video IP device, such as IP camera, video server and compact DVR, will be transmitted directly to remote servers instead of being compressed again on the DVR.

  • Page 16: Specifications

    158 x 111 mm / 6.22 x 4.37 in Note: GV-SDI-204 does not support the TV-Out function. To work together with GV-SDI-204, GV-NET/IO Card V3.1 must be set in the I/O Box Mode and connected to the PC through USB or DB9.

  • Page 17: Gv-5016

    Video Capture Cards 1.2 GV-5016 The GV-5016 Card provides up to 16 video and 16 audio channels, recording up to 480 / 400 fps (NTSC / PAL) in total with H.264 hardware compression. The new technology of resolution is employed to enhance the live image without DSP Overlay. Even in multi views, the image on the largest division view can remain at high-quality resolution without DSP Overlay.
  • Page 18 Connecting One GV-5016 Card • Connect the video and audio cables to the GV-5016 Card. • Connect the supplied Hardware Watchdog Jump Wire (Figure 1-11). • After you turn on the computer, the Power LED (D19) and Status LED (D17) should be lit in green to indicate the card is ready for use.
  • Page 19 Video Capture Cards Connecting Two GV-5016 Cards You can install two GV-5016 Cards for a total of 32 channels. Master Card is the card with 1- 16 channels and Slave Card is that with 17-32 channels. Normally, the card attached to the lower PCI-E slot number will act as Master, and the card attached to the higher PCI-E slot number will act as Slave.
  • Page 20 Connecting Hardware Watchdog Insert the Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire to the 2-pin connectors on the Card. The (+) pin on the Card must connect to the Reset (+) pin on the motherboard, and the (-) pin on the Card to the Ground (-) pin on the motherboard. Ensure the connection is correct; otherwise the hardware watchdog will not work.
  • Page 21 After installing the GV-5016 Card in the computer, insert the software DVD to install GV- Series drivers. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select the following two options to install card and USB dongle drivers.
  • Page 22 Adjusting the Video Settings in the Main System One distinct feature of GV-5016 Cards is their ability of hardware compression, providing you with higher system performance and DVD recording quality. To take full advantage of GV-5016 Cards, you can adjust the video settings, including the recording quality and frame rate, before running the GV-System.
  • Page 23 Video Capture Cards In the Select Hardware-compressed Camera section, select one camera to be configured. Select the recording quality. The Enable hardware-compressed data FIFO option is disabled by default. When the option is enabled, the hardware-compressed data from the video IP device, such as IP camera, video server and compact DVR, will be transmitted directly to remote servers instead of being compressed again on the DVR.
  • Page 24 11. To adjust image quality, in the Video Attributes section, move the sliders to the desired values or click Default to apply default values. Note: The default settings are as follows: Recording Quality is 3, Video Resolution is 704 x 480 (NTSC) or 704 x 576 (PAL), Codec is Geo H.264 and Frame Rate is 30 (NTSC) or 25 (PAL).
  • Page 25 Video Capture Cards Specifications GV-5016 GV-5016 x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type Video Input 16 Cams 32 Cams Audio Input 16 Channels 32 Channels NTSC 480 fps 960 fps Recording Rate (D1) 400 fps 800 fps NTSC 480 fps 960 fps...

  • Page 26: Gv-4008

    1.3 GV-4008 The GV-4008 Card provides up to 8 video and 8 audio channels, recording up to 240 / 200 fps (NTSC / PAL) in total with H.264 hardware compression. The new technology of resolution is employed to enhance the live image of D1 without DSP Overlay. Even in screen divisions, the largest division can remain at the high-quality D1 resolution.
  • Page 27 Video Capture Cards Connecting One GV-4008 Card • Connect the video and audio cables to the GV-4008 Card. • Using the supplied SATA Power Converter Cable, connect the GV-4008 Card to power supply. The Power LED in the top right corner should be lit in green and the 4 status LEDs (D3, D9, D14, D18) in the left corner should be lit in green to indicate the normal functionality.
  • Page 28 Connecting Two GV-4008 Cards You can install two GV-4008 Cards for a total of 16 channels. Master Card is the card with 1- 8 channels and Slave Card is that with 9-16 channels. Normally, the card attached to the lower PCI slot number will act as Master, and the card attached to the higher PCI slot number will act as Slave.
  • Page 29 Video Capture Cards Connecting Hardware Watchdog Insert the Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire to the 2-pin connectors on the Card. The (+) pin on the Card must connect to the Reset (+) pin on the motherboard, and the (-) pin on the Card to the Ground (-) pin on the motherboard.
  • Page 30 After installing the GV-4008 Card in the computer, insert the software DVD to install GV- Series drivers. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select the following two options to install card and USB dongle drivers.
  • Page 31 Video Capture Cards Troubleshooting Power Supply Issues When the Reset LED on the top of the Card is flashing red color or the four Status LEDs are not all on, it indicates that the GV-4008 Card is short of power supply. Make sure your power supply is of 400 watts at least.
  • Page 32 2. Select the cameras you want to set up, and click the Configure button. This dialog box appears. Figure 1-21 3. In the Select Hardware-compressed Camera section, select one camera to be configured. 4. Select the recording quality. 5. The Enable hardware-compressed data FIFO option is disabled by default. When the option is enabled, the hardware-compressed data from the video IP device, such as IP camera, video server and compact DVR, will be transmitted directly to remote servers instead of being compressed again on the DVR.
  • Page 33 Video Capture Cards 8. To access the frame rate settings, on the Main System, click the Configure button, select System Configure, and select Camera Configure. This dialog box appears. Figure 1-22 9. In the Rec Control section, click the Arrow button. The Hardware Rec. Frame Rate Setting dialog box appears.
  • Page 34 Specifications GV-4008 GV-4008 x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type Video Input 8 Cams 16 Cams Audio Input 8 Channels 16 Channels NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Recording Rate (D1) 200 fps 400 fps NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Display Rate 200 fps...

  • Page 35: Gv-4008A

    Video Capture Cards 1.4 GV-4008A The GV-4008A Card provides up to 8 video and 8 audio channels, recording up to 240 / 200 fps (NTSC / PAL) in total with H.264 hardware compression. The new technology of resolution is employed to enhance the live image without DSP Overlay. Even in multi views, the image on the largest division view can remain at the high-quality resolution without DSP Overlay.
  • Page 36 Connecting One GV-4008A Card • Connect the video and audio cables to the GV-4008A Card. • Connect the supplied Hardware Watchdog Jump Wire (Figure 1-16). • Connect the computer’s internal power supply to the GV-4008A Card. The LEDs (D17, D19, D21, D23) should be lit in green to indicate the card is ready for use. GV-Loop Through Card / GV-Multi Quad Card Video 1 ~ 8 (Yellow) Video 5 ~ 8...
  • Page 37 Video Capture Cards Connecting Two GV-4008A Cards You can install two GV-4008A Cards for a total of 16 channels. Master Card is the card with 1-8 channels and Slave Card is that with 9-16 channels. Normally, the card attached to the lower PCI-E slot number will act as Master, and the card attached to the higher PCI-E slot number will act as Slave.
  • Page 38 Connecting Hardware Watchdog Insert the Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire to the 2-pin connectors on the Card. The (+) pin on the Card must connect to the Reset (+) pin on the motherboard, and the (-) pin on the Card to the Ground (-) pin on the motherboard. Ensure the connection is correct; otherwise the hardware watchdog will not work.
  • Page 39 After installing the GV-4008A Card in the computer, insert the software DVD to install GV- Series drivers. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select the following two options to install card and USB dongle drivers.
  • Page 40 Specifications GV-4008A GV-4008A x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type Video Input 8 Cams 16 Cams Audio Input 8 Channels 16 Channels NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Recording Rate (D1) 200 fps 400 fps NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Display Rate 200 fps...

  • Page 41: Gv-3008

    Video Capture Cards 1.5 GV-3008 The GV-3008 Card provides up to 8 video and 8 audio channels, recording up to 240 / 200 fps (NTSC / PAL) in total with H.264 hardware compression. The GV-3008 Card provides the high-resolution live image with DSP Overlay. Even in multi views, the image on the largest division view can remain at the high-quality resolution.
  • Page 42 Connecting One GV-3008 Card • Connect the D-Type video and audio cables to the GV-3008 Card. • Connect the supplied Hardware Watchdog Jump Wire (Figure 1-28). • Connect the computer’s internal power supply to the GV-3008 Card. The Power LED should be lit in green to indicate the card is ready for use.
  • Page 43 Video Capture Cards Connecting Two GV-3008 Cards You can install two GV-3008 Cards for a total of 16 channels. Master Card is the card with 1- 8 channels and Slave Card is that with 9-16 channels. The Master and Slave cards can be distinguished by the labels on cards, as shown below: Master Card: Slave Card:...
  • Page 44 GV-Loop Through Card / GV-Multi Quad Card Video 5 ~ 8 Video 1 ~ 4 Video/Audio 1~4 GV-NET/IO Card 3008 - 8 Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire 3008 GV-3008 Card (Master) Internal Power Y Cable Video/Audio 5~8 Video/Audio 9~12 Video Video 9 ~ 12 13 ~ 16 3008 - 8...
  • Page 45 Video Capture Cards Connecting Hardware Watchdog To restart the computer automatically by the hardware watchdog on the GV-Video Capture Card, a connection needs to be made from the card to the motherboard. 1. Using the supplied jumper wire, connect the reset jumper pins on the card and on the motherboard.
  • Page 46 After installing the GV-3008 Card in the computer, insert the software DVD to install GV- Series drivers. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Card Drivers to install card drivers.
  • Page 47 Video Capture Cards Specifications GV-3008 GV-3008 x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type D-Type Video Input 8 Cams 16 Cams Audio Input 8 Channels 16 Channels NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Recording Rate (D1) 200 fps 400 fps NTSC 240 fps...

  • Page 48: Gv-1120A, 1240A, 1480A

    1.6 GV-1120A, 1240A, 1480A GV-Combo A Card (GV-1120A, GV-1240A and GV-1480A) are the three-in-one combo cards, providing one single card solution for 16 video / audio recording, real-time display and TV-out display. Minimum System Requirements Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008 32-bit Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008 R2 64-bit...
  • Page 49 Video Capture Cards Packing List (D-Type) 1. GV-Combo A Card x 1 6. 9-16 D-Type Audio Cable x 1 2. Audio Extension Card x 1 7. Internal Power Y Cable x 1 3. 1-8 D-Type Video Cable x 1 8. Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire x 1 4.
  • Page 50 Connecting One GV-Combo A Card (D-Type) • Plug the Audio Extension Card in the assigned connectors on the GV-Combo A Card. • Connect D-Type video and audio cables to the GV-Combo A Card and Audio Extension Card respectively. • Connect the supplied Hardware Watchdog Jump Wire (Figure 1-33). •...
  • Page 51 Video Capture Cards Connecting One GV-Combo A Card (DVI-Type) • Connect the DVI video and audio cables to the GV-Combo A Card. • Connect the supplied Hardware Watchdog Jump Wire (Figure 1-33). • Connect the PC’s internal power supply to the GV-Combo A Card. •...
  • Page 52 Connecting GV-NET/IO Card to GV-Combo A Card Connect the GV-NET/IO Card to the 20-pin GV-NET/IO port on the GV-Combo A Card. Some GV-Combo A Cards are built in two 20-pin ports. Ensure to connect the GV-NET/IO Card to the correct port as illustrated below. GV-NET/IO Card 20-Pin Ribbon Cable Debug Port...
  • Page 53 Video Capture Cards Connecting Two GV-Combo A Cards You can install two GV-Combo A Cards of the same model for up to 32 channels. Master Card is the card with 1-16 channels and Slave Card is that with 17-32 channels. Normally, the card attached to the lower PCI-E slot number will act as Master, and the card attached to the higher PCI-E slot number will act as Slave.
  • Page 54 Connecting Hardware Watchdog Insert the Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire to the 2-pin connectors on the Card and on the motherboard as illustrated below. Ensure the connection is correct; otherwise the hardware watchdog will not work. PC Reset Switch PWSW GV-Combo A Card Hardware Watchdog Motherboard...
  • Page 55 After installing the GV-Combo A Card in the computer, insert the software DVD. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Card Drivers to install card drivers.
  • Page 56 Specifications GV-1120A GV-1240A GV-1480A Interface Type PCI-E (x1) Input Type D-Type, DVI Video Input 8, 12, 16 Cams 8, 16 Cams 16 Cams 8, 12, 16 Channels 8, 16 Channels 16 Channels Audio Input D-Type: RCA Connector TV Output DVI: BNC Connector NTSC 120 fps 240 fps...
  • Page 57 Video Capture Cards GV-1120A x 2 GV-1240A x 2 GV-1480A x 2 PCI-E (x1) x 2 Interface Type D-Type, DVI Input Type 16, 20, 24, 28, 32 16, 24, 32 Cams 32 Cams Video Input Cams 16, 20, 24, 28, 32 16, 24, 32 32 Channels Audio Input...

  • Page 58: Gv-1120B, Gv-1240B, Gv-1480B

    1.7 GV-1120B, GV-1240B, GV-1480B GV-Combo B Card (GV-1120B, GV-1240B and GV-1480B) are of GV-Comb Card series, providing one single card solution for 16 video / audio recording and real-time display. Minimum System Requirements Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008 32-bit Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008 R2 64-bit...
  • Page 59 Video Capture Cards Packing List (DVI-Type) 1. GV- Combo B Card x 1 4. Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire x 1 2. 1-16 DVI-Type Video Cable x 1 Software DVD x 1 3. 1-16 DVI-Type Audio Cable x 1 Connecting One GV-Combo B Card (DVI-Type) •...
  • Page 60 Connecting Two GV-Combo B Cards You can install two GV-Combo B Cards of the same model for up to 32 channels. Master Card is the card with 1-16 channels and Slave Card is that with 17-32 channels. Normally, the card attached to the lower PCI-E slot number will act as Master, and the card attached to the higher PCI-E slot number will act as Slave.
  • Page 61 Video Capture Cards Connecting Hardware Watchdog Insert the Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire to the 2-pin connectors on the Card and on the motherboard as illustrated below. Ensure the connection is correct; otherwise the hardware watchdog will not work. PC Reset Switch Hardware PWSW Watchdog...
  • Page 62 After installing the GV-Combo B Card in the computer, insert the software DVD. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Card Drivers to install card drivers.
  • Page 63 Video Capture Cards Specifications GV-1120B GV-1240B GV-1480B PCI-E (x4) Interface Type Input Type 16 Cams 16 Cams 16 Cams Video Input Audio Input 16 Channels 16 Channels 16 Channels 120 fps 240 fps 480 fps NTSC 100 fps 200 fps 400 fps Recording Rate...
  • Page 64 GV-1120B x 2 GV-1240B x 2 GV-1480B x 2 PCI-E (x4) x 2 Interface Type Input Type 32 Cams 32 Cams 32 Cams Video Input 32 Channels 32 Channels 32 Channels Audio Input 240 fps 480 fps 960 fps NTSC 200 fps 400 fps 800 fps...

  • Page 65: Gv-900A

    Video Capture Cards 1.8 GV-900A One GV-900A Card provides up to 32 video channels and 8 audio channels, recording up to 240 / 200 fps (NTSC / PAL) in total with H.264 software compression. Minimum System Requirements 32-bit Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008 64-bit Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008 R2 GV-900A...
  • Page 66 Connecting One GV-900A Card Here we use the GV-900A Card of 8 channels to illustrate the connection. • Connect the video / audio cables into the DVI ports of the GV-900A Card. • Connect the supplied Hardware Watchdog Jump Wire (Figure 1-43). Video 1 ~ 4 (Black) GV-NET I/O Card Hardware...
  • Page 67 Video Capture Cards Connecting Two GV-900A Cards You can install two GV-900A Cards for up to 32 channels. Normally, the card attached to the lower PCI-E slot number will act as Master, and the card attached to the higher PCI-E slot number will act as Slave.
  • Page 68 Connecting Hardware Watchdog Insert the Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire to the 2-pin connectors on the Card. The (+) pin on the Card must connect to the Reset (+) pin on the motherboard, and the (-) pin on the Card to the Ground (-) pin on the motherboard. Ensure the connection is correct; otherwise the hardware watchdog will not work.
  • Page 69 After installing the GV-900A Card in the computer, insert the software DVD. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Card Drivers to install card drivers.
  • Page 70 Specifications GV-900A GV-900A x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type Video Input 8, 16, 32 Cams 16, 24, 32 Cams Audio Input 8 Channels 16 Channels 8-port: 240 fps 8+8 port: 480 fps NTSC 32-port: 240 fps 16+16 port: 480 fps 8-port: 200 fps 8+8 port: 400 fps...

  • Page 71: Gv-650A, Gv-800A

    Video Capture Cards 1.9 GV-650A, GV-800A The GV-650A and GV-800A Cards have similar appearances, system requirements and packing list so that we introduce both together in this section. However, you may choose between the two according to your need for recording rate and audio channels. Minimum System Requirements 32-bit Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008...
  • Page 72 Connecting One GV-650A / GV-800A Card The GV-650A Card is designed with a D-Type connector while the GV-800A Card is designed with two types of connectors: BNC and D-Type. BNC type only provides four video channels; audio extension card is required for extension. D-Type can provide up to 16 video channels and four audio channels together.
  • Page 73 Video Capture Cards For the BNC-type video capture card, plug the Audio Extension Card into the connector on the GV-804A Card, as illustrated below. Audio Extension Card GV-NET/IO Card GV-804A Card Figure 1-45 BNC-type GV-804A Card...
  • Page 74 Connecting Two GV-650A / GV-800A Cards You can install two GV-650A / GV-800A of the same model for up to 32 channels. Master Card is the card with 1-16 channels and Slave Card is that with 17-32 channels. Normally, the card attached to the lower PCI slot number will act as Master, and the card attached to the higher PCI slot number will act as Slave.
  • Page 75 Video Capture Cards Connecting Hardware Watchdog Insert the Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire to the 2-pin connectors on the Card. The (+) pin on the Card must connect to the Reset (+) pin on the motherboard, and the (-) pin on the Card to the Ground (-) pin on the motherboard.
  • Page 76 After installing the GV-650A / GV-800A Card in the computer, insert the software DVD. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Card Drivers to install card drivers.
  • Page 77 Video Capture Cards Specifications GV-650A GV-800A Interface PCI, PCI-E (x1) Input Type D-Type BNC, D-Type Video Input 4, 8, 12, 16 Cams Audio Input 2 Channels 4 Channels NTSC 60 fps 120 fps 50 fps 100 fps Recording Rate NTSC 30 fps 60 fps 25 fps...
  • Page 78 GV-650A x 2 GV-800A x 2 PCI x 2, PCI-E (x1) x 2, PCI-E (x1) x 2, Interface PCI x 1 + PCI-E (x1) x 1 PCI x 1 + PCI-E (x1) x 1 Input Type D-Type BNC, D-Type Video Input 32 Cams (Max.) Audio Input 4 Channels...

  • Page 79: Gv-600A

    Video Capture Cards 1.10 GV-600A There are two types of GV-600A Cards: BNC and D-Type. BNC-Type only provides four video channels; video and audio extension cards are required for extension. D-Type can provide up to 16 video channels and one audio channel together. Minimum System Requirements 32-bit Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008...
  • Page 80 Connecting One GV-600A Card For the D-Type video capture card, plug the black video / audio cable into the black connector on the GV-600A Card; the blue video cable into the blue connector, as illustrated below. Note: The GV-600A Card only supports one audio channel so that only one audio port can work in the supplied 1-8 Cams with 4-Port Audio D-Type cable.
  • Page 81 Video Capture Cards For the BNC-Type video capture card, plug the Audio Extension Card into the connector on the GV-600A Card, as illustrated below. Audio Extension Card GV-NET/IO Card GV-600A Card Figure 1-49...
  • Page 82 Connecting Two GV-600A Cards You can install two GV-600A Cards for up to 32 channels. Master Card is the card with 1-16 channels and Slave Card is that with 17-32 channels. Normally, the card attached to the lower PCI slot number will act as Master, and the card attached to the higher PCI slot number will act as Slave.
  • Page 83 Video Capture Cards Connecting Hardware Watchdog To reboot the computer by the hardware watchdog on the GV-Video Capture Card, a connection needs to be made from the card to the motherboard. 1. Using the supplied jumper wire, connect the reset jumper pins on the card and on the motherboard.
  • Page 84 After installing the GV-600A Card in the computer, insert the software DVD. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Card Drivers to install card drivers.
  • Page 85 Video Capture Cards Specifications GV-600A GV-600A x 2 Interface PCI x 2 Input Type BNC, D-Type 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 Video Input 32 Cams (Max.) Cams Audio Input 1 Channel 2 Channels NTSC 30 fps 60 fps 25 fps 50 fps...

  • Page 86: Gv-600B, Gv-650B, Gv-800B

    1.11 GV-600B, GV-650B, GV-800B There are two types of GV-600B / GV-650B / GV-800B Card: PCI and PCI-E. Both types of the GV-600B / GV-650B / GV-800B Card provide up to 16 video channels and 4 audio channels. The GV-600B, GV-650B and GV-800B Cards have the same appearances and similar system requirements so that we introduce the three cards together in this section.

  • Page 87: Packing List

    Video Capture Cards Packing List 1. GV-600B, GV-650B or GV-800B Card x 1 3. Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire x 1 2. 1-16 Cams with 4-Port Audio DVI-Type Cable 4. Software DVD x 1 x 1 / 1-8 Cams with 4-Port Audio DVI-Type Cable x 1 / 1-4 Cams with 4-Port Audio DVI- Type Cable x 1 Note: The 1-16 Cams with 4-Port Audio DVI-Type cable is supplied with GV-600B /...
  • Page 88 Connecting Two GV-600B / GV-650B / GV-800B Cards You can install two GV-600B / GV-650B / GV-800B Cards of the same model for up to 32 channels. Master Card is the card with 1-16 channels and Slave Card is that with 17-32 channels.
  • Page 89 Video Capture Cards Connecting Hardware Watchdog Insert the Hardware Watchdog Jumper Wire to the 2-pin connectors on the Card. The (+) pin on the Card must connect to the Reset (+) pin on the motherboard, and the (-) pin on the Card to the Ground (-) pin on the motherboard.
  • Page 90 After installing the GV-600B / GV-650B / GV-800B Card in the computer, insert the software DVD. The DVD will run automatically and an installation window will pop up. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Driver, and select Install or Remove GeoVision GV- Series Card Drivers to install card drivers.
  • Page 91 Video Capture Cards Specifications GV-600B GV-650B GV-800B Interface PCI, PCI-E (x1) Input Type Video Input 4, 8, 16 Cams Audio Input 4 Channels 4-port: 30 fps 4-port: 60 fps 4-port: 120 fps NTSC 16-port: 30 fps 16-port: 60 fps 16-port: 120 fps 4-port: 25 fps 4-port: 50 fps 4-port: 100 fps...
  • Page 92 GV-600B x 2 GV-650B x 2 GV-800B x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) x 2, PCI x 1 + PCI-E (x1) x 1 Input Type Video Input 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 32 Cams Audio Input 8 Channels 4+4 port: 60 fps 4+4 port: 120 fps 4+4 port: 240 fps NTSC...

  • Page 93: Installing Two Cards

    Video Capture Card 1.12 Installing Two Cards You can install two video capture cards of the same model for a total of 32 channels. For example, 2 x GV-650A Cards (16 channels) = 32 channels. It is also possible to implement two video capture cards of different channels. For example, GV-650A Card (12 channels) + GV-650A Card (16 channels) = 28 channels.
  • Page 94 • GV-600B, GV-650B, GV-800B Card Combination GV-600B / 650B / 800B PCI-E x 2 GV-600B / 650B / 800B PCI x 1+ PCI-E x 1 1. For GV-600B / 650B / 800B card, it is required to use two PCI Express slots, or the combination of PCI and PCI Express slots.

  • Page 95: Installing Drivers

    Wizard will automatically detect the device. Ignore the wizard and follow these steps to install drivers: 1. Insert the software DVD. It will run automatically and pop up a window. 2. Select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Cards Driver and select Install or Remove GeoVision GV-Series Card Drivers. This dialog box appears. Figure 1-55 3.

  • Page 96: Comparison Chart (H/W Compression)

    AGP or PCI-Express, 800 x 600 (1280 x 1024 recommended), 32-bit color Note: 1. To work together with GV-SDI-204, GV-NET/IO Card V3.1 must be set in the I/O Box Mode and connected to the PC through USB or DB9. 2. All Specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 97 Video Capture Card GV-5016 GV-5016 x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type Video Input NTSC 480 fps 960 fps Total Recording Rate (D1) 400 fps 800 fps NTSC 480 fps 960 fps Display Rate 400 fps 800 fps H.264 Video Codec...
  • Page 98 GV-4008A GV-4008A x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type Video Input NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Total Recording Rate (D1) 200 fps 400 fps NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Display Rate 200 fps 400 fps H.264 Video Codec Geo MPEG4, Geo H.264 704 x 480...
  • Page 99 Video Capture Card GV-4008 GV-4008 x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type Video Input NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Total Recording Rate (D1) 200 fps 400 fps NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Display Rate 200 fps 400 fps H.264 Video Codec...
  • Page 100 GV-3008 GV-3008 x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type D-Type Video Input NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Total Recording Rate (D1) 200 fps 400 fps NTSC 240 fps 480 fps Display Rate 200 fps 400 fps H.264 Video Codec Geo MPEG4, Geo H.264...

  • Page 101: Comparison Chart (S/W Compression: Single Card)

    Video Capture Card 1.15 Comparison Chart (S/W Compression: Single Card) GV-600A GV-650A GV-800A Interface PCI, PCI-E (x1) Input Type BNC, D-Type D-Type BNC, D-Type 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, Video Input 4, 8, 12, 16 4, 8, 12, 16 10, 12, 14, 16 NTSC 30 fps 60 fps...
  • Page 102 GV-600B GV-650B GV-800B GV-900A Interface PCI, PCI-E (x1) PCI-E (x1) Input Type Video Input 4, 8, 16 8, 16, 32 NTSC 30 fps 60 fps 120 fps 240 fps Total 25 fps 50 fps 100 fps 200 fps Recording NTSC 15 fps 30 fps 60 fps...
  • Page 103 Video Capture Card GV-1120A GV-1240A GV-1480A Interface PCI-E (x1) Input Type D-Type, DVI Video Input 8, 12, 16 8, 16 NTSC 120 fps 240 fps 480 fps 100 fps 200 fps 400 fps Total Recording Rate NTSC 80 fps 120 fps 240 fps 72 fps 100 fps...
  • Page 104 GV-1120B GV-1240B GV-1480B Interface PCI-E (x4) Input Type Video Input NTSC 120 fps 240 fps 480 fps 100 fps 200 fps 400 fps Total Recording Rate NTSC 120 fps 240 fps 480 fps 100 fps 200 fps 400 fps NTSC 480 fps 480 fps 480 fps...

  • Page 105: Comparison Chart (S/W Compression: Two Cards)

    Video Capture Card 1.16 Comparison Chart (S/W Compression: Two Cards) GV-600A x 2 GV-650A x 2 GV-800A x 2 PCIx 2, PCI-E(x1) x 2, Interface PCI x 2 PCI-E(x1)x 2, PCI x 1 + PCI-E(x1) x 1 PCIx 1 + PCI-E(x1)x 1 Input Type BNC, D-Type D-Type...
  • Page 106 GV-600B x 2 GV-650B x 2 GV-800B x 2 GV-900A x 2 PCI-E (x1) x 2, PCI x 1 + PCI-E Interface PCI-E (x1) x 2 (x1) x 1 Input Type Video Input 8, 12, 16, 20, 24, 32 16, 24, 32 NTSC 60 fps 120 fps...
  • Page 107 Video Capture Card GV-1120A x 2 GV-1240A x 2 GV-1480A x 2 Interface PCI-E (x1) x 2 Input Type D-Type, DVI Video Input 16, 20, 24, 28, 32 16, 24, 32 NTSC 240 fps 480 fps 960 fps 200 fps 400 fps 800 fps Total Recording...
  • Page 108 GV-1120B x 2 GV-1240B x 2 GV-1480B x 2 Interface PCI-E (x4) x 2 Input Type Video Input NTSC 240 fps 480 fps 960 fps 200 fps 400 fps 800 fps Total Recording Rate NTSC 240 fps 480 fps 960 fps 200 fps 400 fps 800 fps...

  • Page 109: Chapter 2 Software Installation

    Chapter 2 Software Installation This chapter includes the following information: • Important notice • Installing a program • Program list • User’s Manual...

  • Page 110: Before You Start

    2.1 Before You Start For optimal performance of your system, it is important to follow these recommendations before installing GV-System software: • It is strongly recommended to use two separate hard disks. One is for installing Windows OS and GV-System software, and the other is for storing recorded files and system logs. •...

  • Page 111: Installing The System

    Software Installation 2.2 Installing the System When you insert the Software DVD, the Install Program window will pop up automatically: Figure 2-1 The Install Program Window...
  • Page 112 Installing the System To install the GV-System, follow these steps: 1. In the Install Program window, click Install GeoVision Paid Software. 2. To select GV-DVR/NVR, and follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Follow the above steps to install other programs one by one.

  • Page 113: Program List

    2.3 Program List The Surveillance System Software includes GeoVision Paid Software and GeoVision Free Utility. To use the GeoVision Paid Software, you need a proper GV-USB dongle installed on your computer. To use the GeoVision Free Utility, you can install these GeoVision utilities for free.
  • Page 114 GeoVision Free Utility includes the following programs: First Page: GV-Authentication Server GV-Audio Broadcast GV-Bandwidth Control Client Site GV-Backup Viewer GV-Dynamic DNS Service GV-E-Map Server GV-Fast Backup and Restore Multicam System GV-IP Device Utility Figure 2-4 First page of program installation GV-Local DDNS Server 10.

  • Page 115: Software Installation

    Software Installation Third page: 21. GV-iView HD for iPad in iTunes Store 22. GV-Remote View for BlackBerry Smartphone in BlackBerry App World Figure 2-6 Third page of program installation...

  • Page 116: User's Manuals

    2.4 User’s Manuals For detailed information on hardware accessories, see the GV-DVR and Accessories Installation Guide on the Software DVD. For configuration and usage of the GV-System, see the GV-DVR User’s Manual on the Software DVD.

  • Page 117: Chapter 3 Basic Operation

    Chapter 3 Basic Operation This chapter includes the following information: • Main screen • Setting video storage • Changing camera names and attributes • Choosing the recording mode • Changing the recording resolution • Setting a recording schedule • Playing the video •...

  • Page 118: Main Screen

    3.1 Main Screen Connection status of remote applications Date / Time / Storage Space Camera Name Click to access other applications Select screen divisions Click to display the TV Quad control panel Click to display the I/O control panel Logout / Exit / Minimize Click to display the PTZ control panel Select a camera for full screen mode Figure 3-1...

  • Page 119: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Start/stop recording Set up recording schedules Access system settings Access ViewLog to play back videos Start/stop screen rotation Connect to remote applications...

  • Page 120: Setting Video Storage

    3.2 Setting Video Storage You can create a maximum of 16 storage groups, each with a set of storage location, keep day and recycle size to store your recording files. Click on the main screen, select System Configure and select General Setting. This dialog box appears.
  • Page 121 Basic Operation In the Video Log Storage section, click the Set Location button and select Storage Group Folder. This dialog box appears. Figure 3-3 Click the Add Storage Group icon . The first storage group is created by default. Click the new storage group and select the cameras to be added to it. Note that a camera can only be added to one storage group.

  • Page 122: Changing Camera Names And Attributes

    3.3 Changing Camera Names and Attributes You can give a new name for each camera and adjust camera attributes. Click on the main screen, select System Configure and select Camera Configure. This dialog box appears. Figure 3-4 In the Camera Name field, type a new name for the camera. In the Video Attributes section, use the sliders to adjust video attributes.

  • Page 123: Choosing The Recording Mode

    Basic Operation 3.4 Choosing the Recording Mode You can set the recording mode of each camera as Motion Detection, Round-the-Clock or Day and Night. The Day and Night mode allows you to have different recording modes for different time frames of the day. Click on the main screen, select System Configure and select Camera Configure.

  • Page 124: Changing The Recording Resolution

    3.5 Changing the Recording Resolution The default recording resolution is 320 x 240. You can set the recording resolution of each analog camera individually. Click on the main screen, select A/V Setting and select Video Source. This dialog box appears. Figure 3-6 Select the desired video standard and resolution from the drop-down list, and click OK.
  • Page 125 Basic Operation Select a desired camera from the Camera Name drop-down list. Click the Arrow button and click Recording Resolution to select the desired resolution. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set up each camera. Click OK. For details, see 1.3.1 Setting Video Source and Resolution, GV-DVR User’s Manual on the Software DVD.

  • Page 126: Setting A Recording Schedule

    3.6 Setting a Recording Schedule You can schedule the system to record at a specific time each day. Click on the main screen, and select Schedule Edit. Select the Start and End time. Select day(s). Select Rec, and use the drop-down list to select Round-the-Clock or Motion Detection as the recording mode.

  • Page 127: Playing The Video

    Basic Operation 3.7 Playing the Video You can play back the video recorded during a particular date and time. Click on the main screen, and select Video/Audio Log . The ViewLog window appears. Select the camera you wish to view. Select a date folder from the date tree.
  • Page 128 Frame by Frame, Real Time, Just Key Frame or Smooth Playback Playback Scroll Audio on/off Rewind to Forward to Zoom Rewind Play Beginning in/out Speed A to B Frame-by-Frame Stop Frame-by-Frame up/down Playback Reverse Forward Figure 3-10 Using the Zoom Zoom in: Click the Zoom-in button, and then click on the area you want to magnify.

  • Page 129: Backing Up The Video

    Basic Operation 3.8 Backing up the Video You can back up videos of the desired time to CD / DVD. Insert the CD / DVD media into the drive. Click on the main screen, and select Video/Audio Log . Click on the functional panel.
  • Page 130 Enter the Start Time and End Time . Select the desired camera(s) for backup. Use the drop-down list to select the types of events for backup, e.g. video, audio or both together. Click OK to add the time frame. You can repeat steps 5 to 8 to create up to 10 time frames.
  • Page 131 Basic Operation Playing the Backup Videos Open the backup folder, run EZViewLog500.exe , and then follow the instructions in the Playing the Video section earlier in this Quick Guide. For details, see Backup, Deletion and Repair, Chapter 5, GV-DVR User’s Manual on the Software DVD.

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