Geovision GV-NVR Lite 1TB User Manual

GV-NVR System Lite V2 (Rev. B)

User’s ManualUser’s Manual

NVRLV2BV10-UM-B

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without the written consent of GeoVision.

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or products contained herein. Features and specifications are subject to

change without notice.

GeoVision, Inc.

9F, No. 246, Sec. 1, Neihu Rd.,

Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

http://www.geovision.com.tw

Trademarks used in this manual: GeoVision, the GeoVision logo and GV
series products are trademarks of GeoVision, Inc. Windows and Windows XP

are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

October 2013

Preface

Welcome to the GV-NVR System Lite V2 (Rev. B) User’s Manual.

The GV-NVR System Lite V2 (Rev. B) has two models:

Models

GV-NVR Lite V2 (Rev. B) 1 TB

GV-NVR Lite V2 (Rev. B) 1.5 TB

This Manual is designed for the Revision B of GV-NVR System Lite V2. It provides an

overview of the models and its accessories and also includes the instructions to guide

you through the installation and use of the GV-NVR System Lite V2:

• Chapter 1, Introduction

Identifies the GV-NVR System Lite V2’s accessories and options.

• Chapter 2, Overview

Identifies the GV-NVR System Lite V2’s features.

• Chapter 3, Getting Started

Provides step-by-step instructions on setting up the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

• Chapter 4, Advanced Applications

Introduces how to update firmware to the GV IP cameras.

• Chapter 5, Mobile Phone Connection

Introduces how to connect mobile phones to the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

• Chapter 6, NVR Health Analysis

Introduces how to collect data to obtain the service of NVR health analysis from

GeoVision.

• Chapter 7, Troubleshooting

Suggests courses of action if the GV-NVR System Lite V2 doesn’t seem to be

working properly.

Contents

Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................iv

Bundled Software .. .................................................................................................. v

Supported Camera and Dongle Options ................................................................vi

Chapter 1 Introduction .......................................................................................... 1

1.1 Main Features.........................................................................................................1

1.2 Packing List............................................................................................................2

1.3 Options................................................................................................................... 3

Chapter 2 Overview ............................................................................................... 4

2.1 Front and Left-Side View ........................................................................................4

2.2 Right-Side View ......................................................................................................5

Chapter 3 Getting Started ..................................................................................... 6

3.1 Installing Base Stand ..............................................................................................6

3.2 Installing Computer Mount......................................................................................7

3.3 Basic Installation.....................................................................................................9

3.4 Setting Up IP Cameras......................................................................................... 11

3.5 Changing IP Address of GV-NVR System Lite V2................................................. 18

3.6 Formatting the External Hard Drive.......................................................................22

3.7 Adding the External Hard Drive to the Recording Path .........................................29

3.8 Changing Video Codec and Resolution of GV IP Camera.....................................30

3.9 Exiting to Windows ...............................................................................................31

3.10 Returning to GV-Desktop......................................................................................32

3.11 Restoring System ................................................................................................. 33

3.12 Updating GV-NVR System Lite V2........................................................................35

Chapter 4 Firmware Upgrade for GV IP Cameras ............................................. 36

4.1 Using the Web Configuration Interface of GV IP Camera......................................37

4.2 Using the IP Device Utility.....................................................................................38

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Chapter 5 Smart Device Access ......................................................................... 40

5.1 iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad ................................................................................ 42

5.2 Android Device .....................................................................................................49

Chapter 6 NVR Health Analysis .......................................................................... 57

6.1 System Settings....................................................................................................57

6.2 System Log........................................................................................................... 59

6.3 Information of Your Computer System...................................................................60

6.4 Health Analysis Form............................................................................................62

6.5 Check List.............................................................................................................62

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 63

Specifications ......................................................................................................... 67

Warranty Policy....................................................................................................... 69

Warranty Requirements ......................................................................................... 72

Warranty Form ........................................................................................................ 74

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Safety Instructions

Observe these safety instructions to help ensure against injury to yourself and damage

to the product.

z Read all safety and installation instructions before you operate the product.

z Do not operate the product in high humidity areas or expose it to water or moisture.

z Do not put the product in an unstable, a slanting or vibrated place.

z Do not block any ventilation opening.

z Do not install the product near any heat sources such as radiator, heat register or

other apparatus that produce heat.

z Operate the product using only the type of power source indicated on the marking label.

z Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. A grounding plug has two

blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the

provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the

obsolete outlet.

z Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords, as this may cause fire or electric

shock.

z Do not use the product when abnormality occurs, such as emitting smoke from the

product, smelling burning, being damaged by drop, invasion of foreign objects inside the

product, etc. Be always sure to remove the AC adaptor at once and contact your dealer.

z Do not use accessories or attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they

may cause hazards and void the warranty.

z Do not attempt to service the product yourself, as removing the casing may expose

you to dangerous voltage and void the warranty.

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Bundled Software

The bundled software preinstalled in the GV-NVR System Lite V2 (GV-Desktop < Program

button < Multicam Installation) is a lite version, specially designed for the GV-NVR System

Lite V2 to implement the GV IP cameras.

1. It includes a lite version of video analysis applications, featuring Advanced Motion

Detection, Privacy Mask, Scene Change Detection and Counter only.

2. The ViewLog player only supports Single View playback. For Quad View or Multi View

playback, you need to additionally install Remote ViewLog (GV-Desktop < Program

button < Multicam Installation).

Note: For Counter application, it is recommended to set up only one camera and draw only

one line on the camera image to mark the boundary of detection zone to maintain a better

CPU performance.

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Supported Camera and Dongle Options

The Supported Camera Combinations

The GV-NVR Lite V2 supports connections to GV-IP cameras, third-party IP cameras,

GV-Video Servers, and GV-Compact DVRs. You can adopt one of the following combinations:

IP cameras excluding GV-Fisheye cameras

• Connect up to 16 GV-IP cameras. See Section A.

• Connect up to 8 third-party cameras (of 640 x 480 resolution, H.264). See Section C.

• Connect up to 10 third-party cameras (of 1280 x 720 resolution, H.264). See Section C.

• Connect up to 10 third-party cameras (of 1280 x 1024 resolution, H.264). See Section C.

• Connect up to 8 third-party cameras (of 1920 x 1080 resolution, H.264). See Section C.

• Connect up to 2 third-party cameras (of 2048 x 1536 resolution, H.264). See Section C.

• Connect 1 third-party camera (of 2048 x 1944 resolution, H.264). See Section C.

• Connect 1 third-party camera (of 2560 x 1920 resolution, H.264). See Section C.

• Connect up to 8 cameras from GV-IP cameras and third-party IP cameras (of 640 x 480

resolution, H.264). See Section A and C.

• Connect up to 10 cameras from GV-IP cameras and third-party IP cameras (of 1280 x 720

resolution, H.264). See Section A and C.

• Connect up to 10 cameras from GV-IP cameras and third-party IP cameras (of 1280 x

1024 resolution, H.264). See Section A and C.

• Connect up to 8 cameras from GV-IP cameras and third-party IP cameras (of 1920 x 1080

resolution, H.264). See Section A and C.

• Connect 2 cameras from GV-IP cameras and third-party IP cameras (of 2048 x 1536

resolution, H.264). See Section A and C.

• Connect 1 camera from GV-IP cameras and third-party IP cameras (of 2048 x 1944

resolution, H.264). See Section A and C.

• Connect 1 camera from GV-IP cameras and third-party IP cameras (of 2560 x 1920

resolution, H.264). See Section A and C.

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IP cameras including GV-Fisheye cameras

• GV-Fisheye Camera 1.3 MP + one of the following options:

z GV-IP Camera x 15

z Third-party Camera (VGA) x 6

z Third-party Camera (1 / 1.3 / 2 MP) x 8

z Third-party Camera (3 / 4 / 5 MP) x 1

• GV-Fisheye Camera 2 MP + one of the following options:

z GV-IP Camera x 15

z Third-party Camera (VGA) x 5

z Third-party Camera (1 / 1.3 / 2 MP) x 6

z Third-party Camera (3 / 4 / 5 MP) x 1

• GV-Fisheye Camera 4 MP + one of the following options:

z GV-IP Camera x 11

z Third-party Camera (VGA) x 5

z Third-party Camera (1 / 1.3 / 2 MP) x 4

z Third-party Camera (3 / 4 / 5 MP) x 1

• GV-Fisheye Camera 5 MP + one of the following options:

z GV-IP Camera x 8

z Third-party Camera (VGA) x 3

z Third-party Camera (1 / 1.3 / 2 MP) x 3

z Third-party Camera (3 / 4 / 5 MP) x 1

Analog cameras through GV-Compact DVRs and GV-Video Servers

• Connect up to 14 analog cameras through GV-Video Servers (of 704 x 480 resolution,

H.264). See Section D.

• Connect up to 14 analog cameras through GV-Video Servers (of 352 x 240 resolution,

H.264). See Section D.

• Connect up to 10 analog cameras through GV-Compact DVR V3 Series (of 704 x 480

resolution, de-interlace). See Section D.

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The number of supported channels is based on the following resolution:

Section A

GV-IP Camera

Section B Single Stream Resolution (H.264)

GV-Fisheye

Dual-stream Resolution

Stream 1 Stream 2

D1

1 MP 1280 x 720 448 x 252 15 fps 240 fps

1.3 MP 1280 x 1024 320 x 256 15 fps 240 fps

2 MP 1920 x 1080 448 x 252 10 fps 160 fps

3 MP 2048 x 1536 320 x 240 10 fps 160 fps

4 MP 2048 x 1944 320 x 240 10 fps 160 fps

5 MP 2560 x 1920 320 x 240 10 fps 160 fps

1.3 MP 1280 x 1024 (4:3) 7 fps 63 fps

2 MP 1440 x 1376 (4:3) 7 fps 21 fps

4 MP 2048 x 1944 (4:3) 6 fps 12 fps

704 x 480 /

704 x 576

352 x 240 /

352 x 288

Max. Frame

Rate

30 / 25 fps 480 / 400 fps

Max. Frame

Rate

Total Frame

Rate

Total Frame

Rate

Section C Single Stream Resolution (H.264)

Third-Party

Camera

Section D

GV-Video

Server V2

5 MP 2560 x 1920 (4:3) 6 fps 6 fps

Max. Frame

Rate

VGA 640 x 480 30 fps 240 fps

1 MP 1280 x 720 15 fps 150 fps

1.3 MP 1280 X 1024 15 fps 150 fps

2 MP 1920 X 1080 10 fps 80 fps

3 MP 2048 x 1536 10 fps 20 fps

4 MP 2048 X 1944 10 fps 10 fps

5 MP 2560 X 1920 10 fps 10 fps

Dual-stream Resolution

Stream1 Stream 2

GV-VS11 /

704 x 480 352 x 240 30 fps 420 fps

GV-VS14

GV-VS12 /

352 x 240 N/A 30 fps 420 fps

GV-VS04H

Max. Frame

Rate

Total Frame

Rate

Total Frame

Rate

GV-Compact DVR V3

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704 x 480

De-interlace

N/A 30 fps 300 fps

Note:

GV IP cameras

1. For GV IP cameras (excluding GV Fisheye), stream 1 is used for recording and single view,

and stream 2 for live viewing in multi divisions.

2. The default resolution for stream 1 is set at its maximum. Several resolution, aspect ratio and

codec options are available for each IP camera, except GV-Fisheye cameras.

3. It is highly recommended to set the panel resolution to 1280 x 1024 (default) or lower when

connecting to GV Fisheye to get better CPU performance.

Third-party cameras

4. For third-party cameras, be sure the resolution and codec are configured as specified above

to achieve the best performance and maximum frame rate. To find the supported third-party

cameras, go to http://www.geovision.com.tw/english/4_21.asp

Frame Rate

5. Total Frame Rate equals to the Max. Frame Rate multiplies the supported channel numbers.

6. If you record the images, access live view and see the playback simultaneously, the CPU

loading will increase massively. Therefore, the frame rates may drop.

.

GV-NVR System Lite V2 Dongle

A dongle is required when connecting to third-party IP cameras.

Dongle Options: 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 IP channels.

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Introduction

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Chapter 1 Introduction

The GV-NVR System Lite V2 is an ultimate upgraded mini NVR system, which allows you to

record video files directly to the internal hard drive. The GV-NVR System Lite V2 supports up

to 16 GV IP cameras or 10 third-party IP cameras for networking surveillance, with the

plug-and-play function for GV IP cameras to connect to the unit automatically. Plus, with

supported HDMI output, you could connect the unit to HDTV for better video quality. The

GV-NVR System Lite V2 is a perfect NVR system for small business, retail stores, and home

security.

Its four USB ports enable to connect with multiple peripheral devices, such as USB HDD, USB

DVD player and etc. Its Gigabit Ethernet function enables high-speed Internet access for

seamless Web browsing. Moreover, our VESA mounting solution allows you to mount the

ultra-slim unit on the back of a computer monitor.

1.1 Main Features

• Compact and sleek

• Up to 16 channels

• Automatic connection to GV IP cameras

• Support for 3

• All-in-one solution (Live View, Playback, Recording, Backup, CMS)

• GPU decoding and dewarping

• H.264 / MJPEG / MPEG4

• Dual video streams

• VGA and HDMI outputs

• 1 TB or 1.5 TB hard drive

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party IP cameras

• Video analysis

• Standing mount and VESA mount options

• Direct recording to the internal hard drive

• Low power consumption

• Fisheye camera dewarping function

• Smart device access

• Multiple (29) languages

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1.2 Packing List

The GV-NVR System Lite V2 package includes the following items:

Important: Please keep the original carton and all packing materials for future shipping need.

• GV-NVR System Lite V2 x 1

• AC Power Cord x 1

• Power Adapter x 1

• Standing Mount Kit (1 Base Stand and 1 Base Stand Screw included) x 1

• VESA Monitor Mount Kit (1 Stand Screw and 4 Fix Screws included) x 1

• GV-NVR System Lite V2 Quick Start Guide x 1

• GV-NVR Lite V2 Dongle for third-party IP cameras (optional)

If any of the items are missing or damaged, contact your dealer to arrange a replacement.

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1.3 Options

Optional devices can expand your GV-NVR System Lite V2’s capabilities and versatility.

Contact your dealer for more information.

The dongle allows you to connect third-party IP cameras to the

GV-NVR Lite V2 Dongle

GV-Data Capture V3 Box

GV-Hub V2

GV-COM V2

GV-IO Box (4 Ports)

GV-NVR System Lite V2. It has the options of 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10

channels.

GV-Data Capture V3 Box can integrate the GV-NVR System

Lite V2 to an electronic POS system, while GV-Data Capture

V3E Box can establish such integration through LAN or

Internet.

An easy way for serial port extension. This hub can add 4

RS-232/RS-485 serial ports through the GV-NVR System Lite

V2 ’s USB port.

This unit can add 1 RS-232/RS-485 serial port through the

GV-NVR System Lite V2’s USB port.

GV-IO Box 4 provides 4 inputs and 4 relay outputs, and

supports both DC and AC output voltages. A USB port is also

provided for PC connection.

GV-IO Box 8 provides 8 inputs and 8 relay outputs, and

GV-IO Box (8 Ports)

GV-IO Box (16 Ports)

supports both DC and AC output voltages. A USB port is also

provided for PC connection.

GV-IO Box 16 provides 16 inputs and 16 relay outputs, and

supports both DC and AC output voltages. A USB port is also

provided for PC connection.

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Chapter 2 Overview

2.1 Front and Left-side View

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4

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6

1

2

7

8
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Figure 2-1

No. Name Description

Turns on the power of GV-NVR System Lite V2. The LED

1 Power Button & LED

shines when the power is on.

2 HDD Activity LED The LED shines when the HDD is writing or reading data.

3 VGA Output Connects the computer display.

4 HDMI Output Connects the HD TV.

5 USB 2.0 Port Connects USB devices.

6 Giga LAN Port Connects the switch or hub.

7 DC Power Input Connects power supply.

8 Audio output Connects speakers.

9 Microphone input Connects to a microphone.

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2.2 Right-side View

Overview

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1

2

Figure 2-2

No. Name Description

1 USB 3.0 Port Connects USB devices.

2 USB 2.0 Port Connects USB devices.

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Chapter 3 Getting Started

There are two methods to mount the GV-NVR System Lite V2. One is to use the base stand to

support the unit to stand. The other is to use the VESA monitor mount to mount the unit on the

back of the computer monitor.

3.1 Installing Base Stand

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Figure 3-1

1. Attach the base stand to the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

2. Tighten the base stand screw.

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3.2 Installing Computer Mount

1. Using the 4 fix screws, tighten the VESA monitor mount on the back of the computer

monitor.

Figure 3-2

2. Peel off the liner from the Velcro.

Figure 3-3

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3. Attach the GV-NVR System Lite V2 to the VESA monitor mount and tighten the stand

screw.

Stand Screw

Figure 3-4

Note: For the mounting method of computer monitor, make sure your monitor is VESA

compliant. The supplied VESA monitor mount features the two mounting-hole patterns of 3" x

3" and 4" x 4".

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3.3 Basic Installation

This section describes basic installation required to program and operate the GV-NVR

System Lite V2.

Figure 3-5

1. Connect the speakers to the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

2. Connect the microphone to the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

3. Optionally connect the GV-USB Dongle for third-party IP cameras' connection.

4. Using the USB cables, connect a keyboard and a mouse to the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

5. There are two ways to connect the monitor to the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

• Using the VGA cable, connect the computer monitor to the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

• Using HDMI cable, connect the HDTV to the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

6. Using the RJ-45 cable, connect a switch or a hub to the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

7. Using the supplied power adapter, connect the GV-NVR System Lite V2 to the power

outlet.

For automatic setup, connect GV IP cameras under the same LAN with the GV-NVR System

Lite V2.After the power is turned on, the GV-NVR System Lite V2 will search for GV IP

cameras with the default IP address, ID and password. The GV IP cameras will be displayed

on the main screen without any further configuration.

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IMPORTANT: For automatic setup, make sure all the devices (GV IP cameras and GV-NVR

System Lite V2) are connected under the same LAN before you turn on the power of

GV-NVR System Lite V2.

Note: The monitor you use must support screen resolution of 1280 x 1024 and display color

of 32 bits. And the HDTV must be capable of Full HD 1080P resolution.

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3.4 Setting Up IP Cameras

After you have installed the necessary cables and IP cameras, you are ready to display the

channels on GV-NVR System Lite V2.

Setting Up GV IP Cameras

1. Power on the GV-NVR System Lite V2. When GV IP cameras with the default IP address,

ID and password are detected, this message appears.

Figure 3-6

For automatic IP assignment

2. To automatically assign IP addresses and display the channels on the main screen, click

OK. The GV-NVR System Lite V2 will assign unused IP addresses to each of the GV IP

camera in the form of 192.168.X.X. The channel will then be displayed on the main

screen.

Automatic Connection

IP Address: 192.168.X.X

Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

Default IP Address: 192.168.0.200

Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

Figure 3-7

Note:

1. This automatic setup is only applicable for GV IP cameras with default IP address

(192.168.0.10), and ID (admin) and password (admin).

2. You can change the automatically assigned IP address of a GV IP camera. See step 3

and 4 below.

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For manual IP assignment

3. To manually assign an IP address and set up the GV IP camera, click Cancel. The IP

Device Setup window appears.

Figure 3-8

4. Click the IP Device Utility button and click the General Settings tab. The GV IP Device

Utility window appears.

Figure 3-9

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5. To modify the IP address, double-click a GV IP camera. This window appears.

Figure 3-10

6. Type the default user name (admin), default password (admin) and the new IP

information.

7. Click OK. The new IP address will be updated to the camera.

8. To modify the IP addresses of other GV IP cameras, repeat steps 5 to 7.

9. On the GV IP Device Utility window (Figure 3-9), click the NVR camera settings tab. This

dialog box appears.

Figure 3-11

10. Click and drag the GV IP cameras from the Camera List to the Dispatch Pattern column.

The camera index represents the display channel number.

11. Click the Export button

to export the list of GV IP cameras.

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12. On the GV Device Setup window (Figure 3-8), click the Import Camera button. A

confirmation dialog box appears.

Figure 3-12

13. Click Yes. The GV IP cameras will be connected to the GV-NVR System Lite V2 shortly.

Note: Alternatively, you can access the GV IP Device Utility as follows: GV-Desktop <

Program button < GV IP Device Utility.

Setting Up Third-Party IP Cameras

You can set up IP cameras using the Scan Camera function or the Add Camera function.

Using the Scan Camera function

1. On the main screen of GV-NVR System Lite V2, click the Configure button, select

System Configure, and click IP Camera Install. This dialog box appears.

Figure 3-13

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2. Click the Scan Camera button. This dialog box appears.

Figure 3-14

3. Click the Start Scan button. The IP devices under the same LAN with the GV-NVR

System Lite V2 will be searched and listed.

Figure 3-15

4. Double-click the IP camera. This dialog box appears.

Figure 3-16

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5. Type the ID and password of the IP camera and Click OK.

6. Click Query to detect the IP camera again.

Figure 3-17

7. For third-party IP cameras, the settings accessible on this interface may vary depending

on the camera brand.

z Port: Video streaming port number.

z Stream Type: The GV-NVR System Lite V2 only supports a single stream when

connecting to a third-party IP camera.

z Codec Type: It is highly recommended to choose H.264 codec type for best

performance.

8. Click Apply. The IP camera will be added to the IP Device Setup window (Figure 3-13).

9. Click the listed camera, and select Display position to map the IP camera to a channel

on the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

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Figure 3-18

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Getting Started

10. The Status column now should display “Connected”. Click OK. The channel should be

displayed on the main screen.

Using the Add Camera function

1. On the main screen of GV-NVR Lite V2, click the Configure button, select System

Configure, and click IP Camera Install. This dialog box appears.

Figure 3-19

2. On the IP Device Setup window, click Add Camera. This dialog box appears.

Figure 3-20

3. Type the IP address, Username and Password of the camera. Select the camera brand

and device from the drop-down lists.

4. The GV-NVR System will automatically query for the IP camera, and the status will be

indicated as “Standby”. If not, modify the HTTP port and streaming port (Figure 3-19) to

match those of the IP camera, and click the Query button.

5. Follow steps 6 to 9 in the Using the Scan Camera Function section to add the IP camera.

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3.5 Changing IP Address of GV-NVR System Lite V2

The GV-NVR System Lite V2 has a default IP address of 192.168.0.200 for connecting with

GV IP cameras automatically. You can also change the IP address of GV-NVR System Lite V2

by following the steps below.

Note:

1. If you want to install more than one unit of GV-NVR System Lite V2 under the same LAN,

you need to change the IP addresses of the first GV-NVR System Lite V2 and its

connected GV IP cameras before installing the second GV-NVR System Lite V2 to avoid

IP address conflict.

2. After you change the IP address of GV-NVR System Lite V2, you should also change the

IP addresses of GV IP cameras to the same network; otherwise, the GV-NVR System Lite

V2 will not detect the cameras for automatic connection.

1. On the GV-Desktop, click the Programs button, and select Control Panel.

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Figure 3-21

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Getting Started

2. Type the ID and password. The default ID and password are “0000”. The Control Panel

window appears. Click the View network status and tasks option under the Network

and Internet setting.

Figure 3-22

3. Click the Change the adapter settings option.

Figure 3-23

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4. Right-click Local Area Connection and select Properties.

5. In the Local Area Connection Properties dialog box, select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

and click Properties.

Figure 3-24

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Figure 3-25

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Getting Started

6. Select Use the following IP address, type the new IP information, and click OK to finish

the setting.

Figure 3-26

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3.6 Formatting the External Hard Drive

The GV-NVR System Lite V2 records audio and video to the internal hard drive. You can also

use an external hard drive to expand recording space. You must format the hard drive before

you can use it.

1. On the GV-Desktop, click the Programs button, and select Disk Management.

Figure 3-27

2. Type the ID and password in the dialog box. The default ID and password are “0000”.

Figure 3-28

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3. The Initialize and Convert Disk Wizard appears. Click Next to continue.

Figure 3-29

Getting Started

Note: If the Wizard does not appear, you need to initialize the drives one by one. To manually

initialize a drive, right-click on the name of the drive and select Initialize Disk.

4. The screen shows the drives you selected to initialize. Make sure all drives are checked,

and click Next to continue.

Figure 3-30

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5. The screen gives you the option to convert the drives from basic to dynamic storage.

Leave all drives unchecked, and click Next to continue.

Figure 3-31

6. When the initialization is complete, click Finish to close the wizard.

Figure 3-32

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7. Right-click in the unallocated space of a new drive, and select New Partition.

Figure 3-33

8. The New Partition Wizard appears. Click Next to continue.

Figure 3-34

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9. Select Primary partition, and click Next to continue.

Figure 3-35

10. The default partition size is the same as the maximum disk space. Make changes if

necessary. Click Next to continue.

Figure 3-36

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11. Assign a drive path that is not in use by other devices, and click Next to continue.

Figure 3-37

Note: The default drive path starts from E:\.

12. Type a name in the Volume label box, ex. HDD1, and click Next to continue.

Figure 3-38

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13. When the formatting is complete, click Finish to close the wizard.

Figure 3-39

14. When the drive is successfully initialized, partitioned, and formatted, its status description

should display “Healthy.”

Figure 3-40

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3.7 Adding the External Hard Drive to the Recording Path

Before you start recording to the external hard drive, you need to add the formatted external

hard drive to the recording path.

1. On the GV-Desktop, click the Programs button, and select Hot Swap HDD Tool. The

MediaMan Tools window appears.

Figure 3-41

2. Right-click the hard drive in the MediaMan Tools window, select Add for recording, and

then select the storage group from the drop-down list. The Storage 1 is created by default.

3. Click OK to automatically configure the hard drive to the recording path.

4. In the MediaMan Tools window, if the hard disk drive is successfully added to store data,

its Status field will display “Standby”.

Figure 3-42

5. To add another formatted hard disk drive for storage, repeat the above steps.

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3.8 Changing Video Codec and Resolution of GV IP Camera

Several resolution, aspect ratio and codec options are available for GV IP cameras, except

GV-Fisheye cameras. Once the video resolution and codec of GV IP cameras are changed on

the GV-NVR System Lite V2, these configurations will override those set on the camera’s Web

interface.

Note: These instructions are only applicable for GV IP cameras.

1. On the main screen, click the Configure button, select System Configure, and click IP

Camera Install. This dialog box appears.

Figure 3-43

2. Click the listed camera, and select Change live view codec, Change record codec or

Change Resolution to change the Live View codec or Recording codec and Recording

resolution.

Figure 3-44

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Getting Started

3.9 Exiting to Windows

The GV-NVR System Lite V2 is protected by GV-Desktop that is limited to run the selected

programs. If you need to exit to Windows desktop, follow these steps.

1. On the GV-Desktop, click the Settings button, and type the valid ID and password. The

default ID and Password are “0000”. The Settings dialog box appears.

2. Under Desktop Type, select Windows from the drop-down list, and click OK.

3. Click the Log Off button, and enter the valid ID and Password. The Windows desktop

appears.

1 3 2

Figure 3-45 The GV-Desktop

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3.10 Returning to GV-Desktop

Click the Windows Start button, select All Programs, click GV-NVR, and click Key Lock

Utility.

Figure 3-46 Windows 7 desktop

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Getting Started

3.11 Restoring System

You can restore preinstalled files once they are damaged by running the recovery from the

hidden partition. To restore the operating system and all preinstalled software, follow the steps

below.

Note: After recovery, you need to re-install all settings and passwords. But the recovery will

not delete your recording files saved in the partition D since it only reformats the partition C.

1. On the GV-Desktop, click the Program button and select Recovery. The system will run

this command by itself.

Figure 3-47

2. Restart the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

3. Press F11 button several times to avoid accessing the system.

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4. When the below screen appears, press the Recovery button.

Figure 3-48

5. If you can’t successfully start the Recovery Wizard, you may see the below screen. Select

SATA PM to start the Recovery Wizard.

Figure 3-49

6. When the restoring process is completed, the screen will automatically show the

GV-Desktop. And the system will restore the default values.

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Getting Started

3.12 Updating GV-NVR System Lite V2

If you like to update your GV-NVR System Lite V2, contact your dealer for more information.

Before contacting your dealer, you may check software update news at our website:

http://www.geovision.com.tw

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Chapter 4 Firmware Upgrade for GV IP Cameras

GeoVision will periodically release the updated firmware of GV IP camera on the website. The

new firmware can be simply loaded into the GV IP camera by using the Web interface of GV

IP camera or IP Device Utility of the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

Important Notes before You Start

Before you start updating the firmware, please read these important notes:

1. While the firmware is being updated,

A) the power supply of the camera must not be interrupted, and

B) do not unplug the Ethernet cable of the camera if the cable is the source of power

supply (Power over Ethernet or PoE supported).

2. Do not turn the camera power off in 10 minutes after the firmware is updated.

3. If you use the IP Device Utility for firmware upgrade, the GV-NVR System Lite V2 used to

upgrade firmware must be under the same network of the camera.

WARNING: The interruption of power supply during updating causes not only update

failures but also damages to the camera. In this case, please contact your sales

representative and send your device back to GeoVision for repair.

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Firmware Upgrade for GV IP Cameras

4.1 Using the Web Configuration Interface of GV IP

Camera

1. In the Live View window, click the Show System Menu button and select Remote

Config. The Remote Config dialog box appears.

Figure 4-1

2. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your GV-NVR System

Lite V2.

3. Click the Upgrade button to start the upgrade.

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4.2 Using the IP Device Utility

The IP Device Utility provides a direct way to upgrade the firmware to multiple units of GV IP

camera. Note GV-NVR System Lite V2 used to upgrade firmware must be under the same

network of the camera.

1. On the GV-Desktop, click the Programs button. This dialog box appears.

Figure 4-2

2. Select VS Utility. This dialog box appears.

Figure 4-3

3. Click the Search button to locate available cameras on the same LAN. Or click the New

button and assign the IP address to locate the camera over the Internet. Or highlight one

camera in the list and click the Delete button to remove it.

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Firmware Upgrade for GV IP Cameras

4. Double-click one camera in the list. This dialog box appears.

Figure 4-4

5. Click the Firmware Upgrade tab. This dialog box appears.

Figure 4-5

6. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your GV-NVR System

Lite V2.

7. If you like to upgrade all the cameras in the list, select Upgrade all devices.

8. Type Password, and click Upgrade to start the upgrade.

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Chapter 5 Smart Device Access

You can receive live video streaming from the GV-NVR System Lite V2 by using an iPhone,
iPad or Android device. The GV mobile phone applications and their major features are listed
as below.

For the latest mobile supported specifications and installation guide, please visit our website

http://www.geovision.com.tw/english/5_4.asp

Overview of GV Mobile Phone Applications

Handheld Device View
OS Supported
Port
Protocol
Codec

Functions
Handheld Device View

OS Supported iOS
Port
Protocol
Codec

Functions
Handheld Device View

OS Supported
Port
Protocol
Codec

GV-iView for iPhone and iPod Touch

iOS
Live View Port: 8866, RPB Port: 5511, HTTP Port: 80;
TCP/IP
MJPEG
Live view, PTZ control, I/O trigger, Remote playback (RPB) ,

Multiple camera views, and Snapshots
GV -iView HD for iP a d

Data Port: 8866, RPB Port: 5511, HTTP Port: 80
TCP/IP
MJPEG
Live view, PTZ control, I/O trigger, Remote playback (RPB) ,

Multiple camera views, and Snapshots

GV-AView for Android Smartphone

Android
Data Port: 8866, HTTP Port: 80, RPB Port: 5511
TCP/IP
MJPEG

Resolution Supported 704 x 480 or below

Functions

Note:

1. For the 3G-enabled mobile phone, you can receive live video from GV-NVR System
Lite V2 without installing any GV mobile applications.

2. To access live view on your mobile phone, enter the Live View Port on your mobile
phone. To play video back, enable Run ViewLog Server on the WebCam Server and
enter the RPB Port on your mobile phone.

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Live view, PTZ control, I/O trigger, Remote playback (RPB) ,
Multiple camera views, and Snapshots

Smart Device Access

5

Enabling Mobile Phone Connection

To connect GV-NVR System Lite V2 through your mobile phone devices, you must enable
Mobile option in the GV-NVR System Lite V2 beforehand.

1. Click the Network button

2. Select WebCam Server.

3. Click the Mobile tab and activate the settings of communication ports. Then, click OK.

.

Figure 5-1

Note: If there is a router or firewall installed, ensure these communication ports required by
the WebCam server are open: HTTP Port 80, HTTPS Port 443 (if SSL is enabled), Live View
Port 8866 and RPB Port 5511.

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5.1 iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad

GV-iView function is introduced to support iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad for the mobile
surveillance application. For the supported operating system version, see the Overview of GV
Mobile Phone Applications chart earlier in this chapter.

Note: GV-iView is for iPhone and iPod Touch users, while GV-iView HD is for iPad users. The
following installation is using GV-iVew as an example.

Installing GV-iView

Download GV-iView from App Store, and after in stalling the application, the GV-iView icon wi ll
appear on the desktop.

Figure 5-2

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Smart Device Access

5

Activating the GV-iView Function

To allow remote access to GV-NVR System Lite V2, you must enable the Create JPEG/GIF
file(s) function on the WebCam Server (Figure 5-1).

Connecting to GV-NVR System Lite V2

1. Activate GV-iView on the mobile device.

2. On the login screen enter the IP address of the GV-NVR System Lite V2, port value
(default value is 8866), ID and Password.

3. Press Connect. Once the connection is established, the live display of 6 cameras will
appear.

4. Select ON for HTTPS if SSL is enabled for WebCam Server. If the default SSL port of 443
on the WebCam Server is modified, specify the new port number used for HTTPS
connection at the end of the IP address, e.g., webcam.geovision.com.tw:445.

Figure 5-3

Note: If the default HTTP port of 80 on the WebCam Server is modified, specify the new port
number used for HTTP connection at the end of the IP address, e.g.,
webcam.geovision.com.tw:81.

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Playing Back the Recordings

To retrieve the events recorded on the GV-NVR System Lite V2 and play them back:

Note: The remote playback (RPB) function is only supported if the video was recorded with
a resolution of CIF or lower.

1. On the main screen, click the Network button, select Run ViewLog Server, and click OK
to allow the remote playback access.

Figure 5-4

2. Run GV-iView on your mobile device.

3. On the login screen, tap RPB View

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.

Smart Device Access

5

4. Enter the IP address of the GV-NVR System Lite V2, port value (default value is 5511), ID
and Password. You can also search the recordings after a specified date and time by
selecting RPB Time Setting and entering the date and time. Then, tap Connect.

Figure 5-5 Figure 5-6

5. Select the desired recordings from the event list for playback. Tap the Change cam
button at the top right corner to switch cameras.

Figure 5-7

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Other Functions

After you enlarge one channel, you can find the following buttons for control.

Figure 5-8

Button Name Function

Enable Record Activates recording controls.

Record One
Channel

The button is available when you tap the Enable
Record button. Starts / stops recording the current
channel.

Record All Channels The button is available when y he Enable Record

button. Starts / stops recording all channels.

Enable PTZ Activates PTZ controls. A swipe of a finger to control

the camera’s direction. Two finger pinch to zoom in

and out.
Focus Far / Focus
Near

The two buttons are available when you tap the

Enable PTZ button. Use the two buttons to focus in

or out the image.
PTZ Preset The button is available when you tap the Enable

PTZ button. It allows you to remotely move the PTZ

to the preset points.
Auto Focus The button is available when you tap the Enable

PTZ button.

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Enable I/O Activates the output controls.

Snapshot Takes a snapshot of image.

Smart Device Access

5

PTZ Speed Control for PTZ Cameras

Tap anywhere on the Live View screen of PTZ camera to bring up the PTZ Speed Setting
panel. Select your desirable level of PTZ speed. Higher value means higher speed.

Figure 5-9

Accessing I/O Devices

1. Press the Enable I/O button. The screen, similar to the following image, appears.

2. Use the left and right buttons to change the I/O module, and use the scrollbar to change
the output device.

3. Tap

to manually force the output to be activated.

Figure 5-10

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My Favorite

On the login screen you can find the My Favorite option, allowing you to add several links of
GV-NVR System Lite V2 servers for quick connections. Up to 50 links can be created.

Figure 5-11

Import / Export

This function allows you to export My Favorite list to iPhone / iPad / iPod Touch device or
import My Favorite list from iPhone / iPad / iPod Touch device. The maximum number of
import / export items is 100 connections. Find the Import / Export option on the login screen
and operate.

Figure 5-12

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Smart Device Access

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5.2 Android Device

GV-AView function is introduced to support Android Smartphones and Tablets for the mobile
surveillance application. For the supported operating system version, see the Overview of GV
Mobile Phone Applications chart earlier in this chapter.

Figure 5-13

Activating the GV-AView Function

To allow remote access to GV-NVR System Lite V2, you must enable the Create JPEG/GIF
file(s) function on the WebCam Server (Figure 5-1)

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Connecting to GV-NVR System Lite V2

1. On your mobile phone, tap the GV-AView icon on the main page. This page
appears.

2. Type the IP address, port number (default value is 8866), user name and password of the

Note: If the default HTTP port of 80 on the WebCam Server of the GV-NVR System Lite V2 is
modified, specify the new port number used for HTTP connection at the end of the IP
address, e.g., webcam.geovision.com.tw:81.

Figure 5-14

GV-NVR System Lite V2 you want to access. And then tap the A dd button
the connection information in the address book.

to save

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3. Tap the created link in the address book.

Smart Device Access

5

Figure 5-15

4. Tap the Connection button

to access the GV-NVR System Lite V2.

Figure 5-16

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5. Tap the Menu button on the mobile phone to see the following options:

Figure 5-17

 I/O Trigger : Forces I/O devices to be triggered.
 Record Event : Starts or stops recording the current channel or all channels.
 Image setting : Changes the image quality between Normal and Good.

6. Double-tap the live view to see it in single view. You can tap the Snapshot button
capture the current image.

7. If the camera supports PTZ functions, tap the PTZ button

and use the touch screen

to control the camera. The following control buttons are also available:

 : Moves the camera toward different directions.
 : Zooms in and out.

 : Adjusts the focus.
 : Moves the camera back to Home position.
 : Auto focus.

to

 : Moves the camera to a preset point by typing the preset number.

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Smart Device Access

5

Playing Back the Recordings

1. On the ma i n screen, clic k th e Network button, select Run ViewLog Server, and click OK
to allow the remote playback access (Figure 5-4).

2. Run GV-AView on your mobile device.

3. On the main page, tap the RPB View tab.

Figure 5-18

4. Type the IP address, port number (default value is 5511), user name and password of the

GV-NVR System Lite V2 you want to access.

5. You can tap the button next to RPB with Time and specify a time to see videos recorded

after the specified time.

6. On the bottom of the screen, tap the Add button

to save the connection information.

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7. Tap the connection you just created.

Figure 5-19

8. Tap the Connect

Figure 5-20

button to view the playback.

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Smart Device Access

5

9. Tap the Connect button

to connect to the GV-NVR System Lite V2. The videos

recorded from camera 1 will be displayed.

Figure 5-21

10. To play back a recording, tap on the time of the recording.

11. To see more recordings from the same camera, press the Menu button on the mobile

phone device and tap Previous page to see more recent recordings or tap Next Page to
view older recordings.

12. To switch to a different camera, press the Menu button on the mobile phone device, tap

Change Camera and select a camera.

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Other Functions

Menu Options in the Address Book

Tap the NVR/DVR View tab and then tap the Menu button on the mobile phone device. This
page appears.

Figure 5-22

 : Add the connection information of a GV-NVR System Lite V2 to the address book.
 : Delete all entries in the address book.
 : Displays the Installation Guide in two ways—Manual and URL Link.

 : Exit the application.
 : Import or Export the address book.

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NVR Health Analysis

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Chapter 6 NVR Health Analysis

GeoVision offers health analysis to GV-NVR System Lite V2. The service is intended to give
diagnosis for early and immediate detection of problems.

It is recommended to have the health analysis during the first week after you install the
GV-NVR System Lite V2, and then have the checkup every three months. It will take 5
working days for response.

Please prepare the following data for analysis, and send to [e-mail]

z System Settings
z System Log
z Information of your computer system (Processor; Drives; Voltage, Temperature and

Fans)

6.1 System Settings

Please back up your system configurations using the Fast Backup and Restore application.

1. Run Fast Backup & Restore Main System from the Start menu.

Figure 6-1

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2. Select Backup MultiCam Setti ngs or Restore Defaults, and select Backup Current
System. This dialog box appears.

Figure 6-2

3. Press the Next Step button

to back up all your system settings. The Save As

dialog box appears.

4. Select the destination drive to store the backup file. When the backup is complete, this
message “Successfully Backup MultiCam System Settings” will appear.

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NVR Health Analysis

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6.2 System Log

Please provide the sys*.mdb files of system log. The files by default are saved at
D:\Log\database. If you have modified the default location, you can check the path on the

following System Log Setting dialog box.

To open this dialog box, click the Configure button on the Main System, point to System
Configure, and then select System Log Setting.

Figure 6-3

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6.3 Information of Your Computer System

To get the information of your computer system, please follow the steps below to install the
free software PC WIZARD. By using the software, the following computer information can be
easily collected and saved for analysis:

z Processor: includes Type, Frequency, Data Cache L1, Trace Cache L1, Cache L2,

Voltage, Processor Temperature, FPU Coprocessor.

z Drives: includes Number of Hard Disk, Number of Drive, Total Size and Free Space of

Drive.

z Voltage, Temperature and Fans: includes Monitoring Chip, Voltage CPU, Chassis Fan,

Processor Temperature, Mainboard Temperature, Hard Disk Temperature.

1. Download and install PC WIZARD from http://www.cpuid.com/pcwizard.php

2. After installation, run the program.

3. Right-click the Processor icon

and click Save as.

.

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Figure 6-4

NVR Health Analysis

6

4. In the Save As dialog box, select Format HTML and click OK.

Figure 6-5

5. Select the Save location, type the file name, and then click Save to save the Processor
information as HTML file.

6. Repeat Steps 3-5 to save the Drives information as HTML file.

7. To save the Voltage, Temperature and Fans information , please follow these

steps:

A. Click the Voltage, Temperature and Fans icon. The related data is displayed at the

right window.
B. Click the first item Monitoring Chip.
C. Click Edit on the menu bar and click Select All to highlight all the contents.
D. Click Edit on the menu bar and select Copy.
E. Open a Notepad. Paste and save the information to TXT file.

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6.4 Health Analysis Form

Please send the related data for analysis along with this Health Analysis Form to

[e-mail]

.

Health Analysis of GV-NVR System Lite V2

Contact Person: Title:

Company Name:

Telephone: (O) (H)

Fax:

E-Mail:

Model:

Bar Code:

6.5 Check List

Read this check list before submitting the health analysis request:

z System Settings- EXE file
z System Log- sys*.mdb
z Computer System- Processor information of HTML file
z Computer System- Drives information of HTML file
z Computer System- Voltage, Temperature and Fans information of TXT file
z Health Analysis Form

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Troubleshooting

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

GV-NVR System Lite V2 is designed for durability. However, should problems occur, following
the procedures here can help determine the cause.

GV-NVR System Lite V2 won’t turn on.

If your GV-NVR System Lite V2 won’t turn on or you don't hear a startup sound or any fan or
drive noise, try these steps:

1. Make sure that you press the Po wer button. The power LED will turn blue when the
GV-NVR System Lite V2 is turned on.

Figure 7-1

2. Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to both GV-NVR System Lite V2 and
power outlet. If you are using a power strip, make sure that the strip is powered on.

3. If the problem persists, consult your dealer.

GV-NVR System Lite V2 stops responding (aka “crashed” or “froze”).

If your GV-NVR System Lite V2 is not responding to your clicking, typing, or mouse
movemen ts, try to press the Power button on the GV-NVR System Lite V2 to turn it off. Wait
30 seconds and then press the Power button again to turn it on.

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GV-NVR System Lite V2’s hard disk corrupts

If you are experiencing file system corruption problems, such as lost clusters, cross-linked
files or invalid files or directories, try these steps:

1. Use the HD Tune utility to scan the external hard disk for errors. Follow these steps:
A. Download and install HD Tune from http://www.hdtune.com/
B. Click the Error Scan tab and click Start to scan. Any found defects will be shown as

red blocks (Figure 7-3).

Figure 7-2

C. If your hard disk drive is damaged, replace a new one.

2. If the HD Tune utility does not find any defects, use the Windows built-in utility to attempt
to fix the errors. Follow these steps:

A. On the GV-Desktop, click the Programs button, and select Disk Management

(Figure 3-27).

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Troubleshooting

B. Right-click the desired hard disk and select Properties from the file menu to display

the Properties window.

Figure 7-3

C. Click the Tools tab in the upper portion of the window.
D. Under Error-checking, click th e Check Now button.

Figure 7-4

E. Select Automatically fix file system errors and Scan for and attempt recovery of

bad sectors.

Figure 7-5

F. Click Start.

3. If the Windows hard disk utility still cannot fix the problem in Partition C, try rebuilding the

operating system and GV-System Software. Refer to 3.11 Restoring System.

4. If the problem persists, replace an external hard drive.

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GV-NVR System Lite V2 suffers virus attack.

GV-NVR System Lite V2 is designed and optimized for Windows 7 platform. It may be
vulnerable to newly created worms and exploits that attack any of the underlying operating
system’s previously undocumented flaws. If your GV-NVR System Lite V2 suffers virus attack,
try rebuilding the operating system and GV-System Software. Re fer to 3.1 1 Restoring System.

Live video is not displayed smoothly.

If some of live videos are not displayed smoothly, check the following status:

1. Check the bandwidth status of the network that is connected to the GV-NVR System Lite
V2.

2. Check if several users are accessing the Web interface of the GV IP camera. Try to close
some of open Web interfaces.

Unable to locate all the GV IP cameras by using the IP Device Utility.

If you can not locate all the GV IP cameras by using the IP Device Utility, try the following
instructions:

1. Ensure all the GV IP cameras are connected to the same LAN with the GV-NVR System
Lite V2 and check the network connectivity.

2. Ensure you have powered on all the GV IP cameras.

3. Click the Search button of the IP Device Utility again to detect the GV IP cameras.

Black images are displayed

If there is no image displayed after the GV IP cameras are connected to GV -NVR Sy stem Lite
V2, check if these GV IP cameras are compatible. For compatible GV IP cameras, see
Bundled Software and Supported Cameras.

How can I find more help?

1. Visit our website at http://www.geovision.com.tw/english/4_1.asp

2. Write us at [e-mail]

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Specifications

Specifications

GV-NVR Lite System V2

Hardware

System

CPU Intel Processor
RAM 2 GB

Storage
OS Microsoft Windows 7 Embedded 64-Bit SP1

Power Output: 65W, 19V, 3.42A; Input: 100~240V, 50~60Hz

Ethernet

Video Output VGA and HDMI

GV-NVR Lite V2 (Rev. B) 1 TB 1 TB
GV-NVR Lite V2 (Rev. B) 1.5 TB 1.5 TB

RJ-45, 10 / 100 / 1000 Mbps

Connector

USB 2.0

USB 3.0 Right Side 1 port

Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 35 °C / 32 °F ~ 95 °F
Humidity 0% ~ 80% RH (non-condensing)

Color Black
Dimensions (W x H x D) 153.6 x 25.2 x 172.6 mm / 6.04 x 0.99 x 6.8 in
Weight 800 g / 1.77 lbs

Software

Video Standard NTSC, PAL
Video Input

Audio Input 16 channels

Right Side 1 port
Left Side 2 ports

Environment

Physical

Video and Audio

16 channels

Audio Codec AAC (32 kHz / 16 bit)
Video Codec MJPEG / MEPG4 (ASP) / H.264

Live View and Playback

Image Control Contrast / Br ightness / Satur ation / Hue

Recording Mode
Pre Recording 1 ~ 45 min.

Instant Playback 10 sec. / 30 sec. / 1 min. / 5 min.

Round the Clock / Motion Detection / Sensor Detection /
Pre & Post Recording / Schedule Recording

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Watermark Support

Search and Backup

Search Method Date / Time / Camera / Event Type

Backup Type

DVD+R (DL) / DVD-R (DL) / DVD+R / DVD+RW / DVD-R /
DVD-RW / CD-R / CD-RW

Note: For backup function, you need to connect an external USB DVD/CD burner.

Remote Monitoring

Web browser (IE, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari)

Monitoring Environment

Mobile device (Android Smartphone and tablet; iPad,
iPhone and iPod Touch)
Max. 16-channel multi views (Up to 200 channels

Live View

connection to GV-NVR System Lite V2)

Network Type LAN, WAN, Internet

System Monitoring and Recovery

Power Restoration Power restored after AC power outage
Monitoring Software watchdog
Recovery Automatic system rebuild from internal hard disk.

Language

Arabic / Bulgarian / Czech / Danish / Dutch / English /
Finnish / French / German / Greek / Hebrew / Hungarian /

Type

Italian / Japanese / Lithuanian / Norwegian / Polish /
Portuguese / Romanian / Russian / Serbian/ Simplified
Chinese / Slovakian / Slovenian / Spanish / Swedish / Thai
/ Traditional Chinese / Turkish

Software License

Free License
Maximum License
Increment for Each License
Dongle Type

16 channels from GV-IP Cameras
10 channels from third-party IP Cameras
2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 third-party IP Cameras
External

Sensor and Alarm

Sensor Input GV-IO Box
Alarm Output GV-IO Box

4, 8, 16 inputs
4, 8, 16 outputs

*Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Warranty Policy

Warranty Policy

GeoVision, Inc. (“GeoVision”) provides types of Limited Warranty for products. Please see
Limited Warranty Table on main page of official website (www.geovision.com.tw
information.

All aforementioned products, EXCLUDE ALL SOFTWARE AND SOME PACKAGED
ACCESSORIES LISTED IN LIMITED WARRANTY TABLE, (hereinafter called “Products”)
will be free from defects in materials/workmanship during the terms of these Limited
Warranties (“Limited Warranties”) from the date of purchase. These Limited Warranties parts
and labor warranty are applicable to Products purchased via authorized distribution and sales
channels.

If a defect arises and a valid claim is received by GeoVision within Limited Warranties Period,
at its option, GeoVision will (1) repair Products at no charge, using new or refurbished
replacement parts, or (2) exchange Products with a Product that is new or which has been
manufactured from new or serviceable used parts and is at least functionally equivalent to the
original Products.

GeoVision warrants replacement parts or repairs for thirty (30) days from the date of
GeoVision shipment or for the remainder of Limited Warranties Period, whichever provides
longer coverage for you. When a Product or part is exchanged, any replacement item

) for detail

becomes your property and the replaced item becomes GeoVision’s property.
It is customer’s sole responsibility and requirement to prove these Products are under

warranty (by submit your sales invoice and bar code), otherwise GeoVision will determine
these Products’ warranties period at its option. GeoVision reserves the right, at its sole
discretion and any time, to modify and adjust the scope and content of Products and its
warranty without prior notice, however, any modification and adjustment thereafter will not
affect or interrupt any rights belonging to Products you purchased already.

Limitations of Warranties

Limited Warranties apply only to Products manufactured by or for GeoVision that can be
identified by the "GeoVision" trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them. Limited
Warranties do not apply to any non-GeoVision products including counterfeited products.
GeoVision is not liable for any damage to or loss of any profit, programs, data, or other
information stored on any media, or any non-GeoVision products or part not covered by these
warranties. Recovery and reinstallation of system and application software and user data are
not covered under Limited Warranties. Limited Warranties do not apply if:

a) Products have been subjected to abnormal use, improper storage, unauthorized

modifications, unauthorized repair, misuse, neglect, abuse, accident, alternation, removal

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of any stickers or labels on the hardware, improper hardware/software installations, or
other acts that are not the faults of GeoVision, including damage caused by shipping;

b) Products have been damaged from exposure under circumstances which is over

weatherproof specification of the product, an Act of God, or improper use of any electrical
source, or the connection to other products not recommended for interconnection by
GeoVision;

c) Products have defects or damage caused due to computer virus attack, internet or

technical issues;
d) Products serial number have been removed, defaced or altered; or
e) Products have been sold by an unauthorized distributor or retailer.
f) The GV system case has been opened.
g) Products have been interoperated with any non-GeoVision products which GeoVision does

not approve the compatibility.

Disclaimer of Warranties

EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED IN THESE WARRANTIES, ALL EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS, AND WARRANTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY,
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, SATISFACTORY
QUALITY, NON-INTERFERENCE, ACCURACY OF INFORMATIONAL CONTENT, OR
ARISING FROM A COURSE OF DEALING, LAW, OR TRADE PRACTICE, ARE HEREBY
EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW AND ARE EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMED BY GEOVISION. TO THE EXTENT IMPLIED WARRANTIES CANNOT BE
EXCLUDED, SUCH WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS
WARRANTIES PERIOD. BECAUSE SOME STATES OR JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG IMPLIED WARRANTIES LASTS, THE ABOVE LIMITATION
MAY NOT APPLY. THESE WARRANTIES GIVE CUSTOMERS SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS,
AND CUSTOMER MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM JURISDICTION
TO JURISDICTION. THIS DISCLAIMER AND EXCLUSION SHALL APPLY EVEN IF THE
EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.

GEOVISION MAKES NO WARRANTIES AND LIABILITI ES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH
RESPECT TO NON-GEOVISION PRODUCTS OR THEIR INTEROPERATION WITH THE
PRODUCTS AND DISCLAIM ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY,
COMPATIBILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, O R INTEROPERAT IO N BETW EEN
PRODUCTS AND NON-GEOVISION PRODUCTS. GEOVISION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE
FOR INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY DATA LOST, LOSS AND DAMAGE, DIRECT
OR INDIRECT, FOR ANY INTEROPERATION BETWEEN THE PRODUCTS AND
NON-GEOVISION PRODUCTS.

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Warranty Policy

Limitation of Liability

Regardless whether any remedy set forth herein fails of its essential purpose or otherwise, in
no event will GeoVision or its suppliers be liable for any lost revenue, profit or lost or damaged
data, business interruption, loss of capital, or for special, indirect, consequential, incidental, or
punitive damages however caused and regardless of the theory of liability or whether arising
out of the use or inability to use the GeoVision Products or otherwise and even if GeoVision
has been advised of the possibility of such damages. In no event shall GeoVision's liability to
customer, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of warranty, or otherwise,
exceed the price paid by customer for the Software that gave rise to the claim or if the
Software is part of another Products, the price paid for such other Products. Because some
states or jurisdictions do not allow limitation or exclusion of consequential or incidental
damages, the above limitation may not apply to you. In no event shall GeoVision’ s total liability
to you for all damages (other than as may be required by applicable law in cases involving
personal injury) exceed the amount of two hundred dollars (U.S. $200.00). The foregoing
limitations will apply even if the above stated remedy fails of its essential purpose.

Customer agrees that the limitations of liability and disclaimers set forth herein will apply
regardless of whether customer has accepted any other Products or service delivered by
GeoVision. Customer acknowledges and agrees that GeoVision has set its prices in reliance
upon the disclaimers of warranties and the limitations of liability set forth herein, that the same
reflect an allocation of risk between the parties, and that the same form an essential basis of
the bargain between the parties.

These Warranties shall be governed by and construed in accordance w ith the laws of Taiwan,
Republic of China and United State, without reference to or application of choice of law rules
or principles. The United Nations Convention on the International Sale of Goods shall not
apply. If any portion hereof is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions
shall remain in full force and effect.

FOR AUSTRALIA ONLY:

Our products come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer
Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for
any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the products
repaired or replaced if the products fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not
amount to a major failure. Please visit www.accc.gov.au
9F, No.246, Sec.1, Neihu Rd., Neihu District Taipei 114, Taiwan R.O.C. Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

GeoVision In c . Warranty Policy last updated on August 14, 2013.

for more information. GeoVision Inc.

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Warranty Requirements

To validate your purchase, you shall complete the online Product Registration within 30 days
from the date of purchase at http://www.geovision.com.tw/english/4_6.asp

. Or click

GeoVision Online Regis tra tion in My Favorite for a direct link.

If you fail to complete the Product Registration, the warranty period will start from the date of

shipment.

Before you return the product

Some problems you experience may be related to software or the operating system. It is
important to investigate other sources of assistance first. Before returning the product, try the
following:

1. Review troubleshooting sections in the documentation for software and peripheral

devices.

2. Try rebuilding the operating system and GV -NVR System Lite V2 from the hidden p artition .

3. Consult your dealer. They are your best sources for current information and support. Or

you can call or email GeoVision offshore offices for assistance.

When you call or e-mail, please inform us the following:

z Model name
z Bar Code
z Details of the defect or problem
z Attempted solutions
z Your contact information
z Reseller’s contact information

4. If you find it is the software problem, please check our website or your dealer for software

updates.

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Warranty Requirements

Obtaining Warranty Service

If you are still unable to solve the problem and suspect that it is hardware related, follow
these:

1. Send an e-mail to GeoVision to start Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) process.

E-Mail: [e-mail]

or [e-mail]

2. Securely pack the product in its original carton using the original packing material, or in

equivalent packaging.

3. The product shall be returned to GeoVision, Taiwan at your expense for shipping and

insurance costs.

BEFORE YOU DELIVER YOUR GV-NVR SYSTEM LITE FOR WARRANTY SERVICE, IT IS
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO BACK UP YOUR DATA. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
REINSTALLING ALL DATA, SETTINGS AND PASSWORDS. DATA RECOVERY IS NOT
INCLUDED IN THE WARRANTY SERVICE AND GEOVISION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR
DATA THAT MAY BE LOST OR DAMAGED DURING TRANSIT OR A REPAIR.

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Warranty Form

User’s Manual for
GV-NVR System Lite V2 (Rev. B)

Thank you for purchasing the GV-NVR System Lite V2. To help us validate your purchase and
better serve you in the future, please go to http://www.geovision.com.tw/english/4_6.asp
click GeoVision Online Registration in My Favorite for a direct link to register online within

30 days from the date of purchase. Please keep this copy for your records.

Name: First (given) Surname (family name)

Company Name (only if the product is owned by company):

Mailing Address:

City/Town: Province/State:

Country: Postal Code:

Telephone: (O) (H)

or

Fax:
E-Mail:
Date of Purchase: (e.g. 16-APR-2008)

Bar Code:

Shipment Date:

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GeoVision, Inc.

9F, No. 246, Sec. 1, Neihu Rd.,

Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan

Tel: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

[e-mail]

http://www.geovision.com.tw

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