GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4
User’s ManualUser’s Manual
© 2009 GeoVision, Inc. All rights reserved.
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GeoVision, Inc.
9F, No. 246, Sec. 1, Neihu Rd.,
Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan
Tel: 886-2-8797-8377
http://www.geovision.com.tw
The Windows XP Embedded is the componentized version of Microsoft Windows XP Professional,
forsaking much functionality that Windows XP Professional provides and meeting the specific
requirements of GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4. For details on embedded operation systems, please
visit Microsoft's website.
Trademarks used in this manual: GeoVision, the GeoVision logo, GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4, and
GV series products are trademarks of GeoVision, Inc. Windows and Windows XP are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other company a nd product names mentioned herein are
trademarks of their respective companies. GeoVision assumes no responsibility with regard to the
performance or use of these products.
June 2009
User’s Manual for
GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4
Welcome to the GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4 User’s Manual.
The Manual provides an overview of the GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4 and its
accessories. It also includes the instructions to guide you through the installation and
use of the GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4:
• Chapter 1, Introduction
Identifies the GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4’s accessories and options.
• Chapter 2, Overview
Identifies the GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4’s components.
• Chapter 3, Getting Started
Provides step-by-step instructions on setting up the GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4.
• Chapter 4, DVR Health Analysis
Introduces how to collect data to obtain the service of DVR health analysis
from GeoVision.
• Chapter 5, Troubleshooting
Suggests courses of action if the GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4 doesn’t seem to be
working properly.
Contents
Regulatory Notices.................................................................................................. iv
Safety Instructions................................................................................................... v
Chapter 1 Introduction........................................................................................... 1
1.1 Models ...................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Unpacking................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Options .....................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2 Overview ............................................................................................... 6
2.1 Front View ................................................................................................................ 6
2.1.1 20-Bay Models ............................................................................................6
2.1.2 8-Bay Models ..............................................................................................7
2.1.3 2-Bay Models ..............................................................................................7
2.2 LED Panel View........................................................................................................ 8
2.2.1 20-Bay Models ............................................................................................8
2.2.2 8 / 4-Bay Models .........................................................................................9
2.3 Rear View ............................................................................................................... 10
2.3.1 20-Bay Models ..........................................................................................10
2.3.1.1 GV-2016H V4 / GV-2008H V4 ................................................10
2.3.1.2 GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (32 Channels).........11
2.3.1.3 GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (16 Channels).........12
2.3.1.4 GV-NVRH V4 ..........................................................................13
2.3.2 8 / 4-Bay Models .......................................................................................14
2.3.2.1 GV-2016H V4 / GV-2008H V4 ...................................................14
2.3.2.2 GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (32 Channels)....15
2.3.2.3 GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (16 Channels).........16
2.3.2.4 GV-NVRH V4 ..........................................................................16
2.3.3 2-Bay Models ............................................................................................17
2.3.3.1 GV-2008H V4 / GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4.......17
2.3.3.2 GV-NVRH V4 ..........................................................................17
Chapter 3 Getting Started.................................................................................... 18
3.1 Basic Installation..................................................................................................... 18
3.1.1 Connecting to 2 Monitors ............................................................................19
3.1.2 Connecting to 3 Monitors ............................................................................20
3.2 Turning on the Power .............................................................................................21
3.3 Installing the Hard Drive ......................................................................................... 23
3.3.1 20-Bay Models ..........................................................................................23
3.3.2 8 / 4 / 2-Bay Models ..................................................................................24
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3.4 Formatting the Hard Drive ...................................................................................... 26
3.5 Adding the Hard Drive to the Recording Path ........................................................ 33
3.6 Setting Up On-Screen LED Panel .......................................................................... 35
3.7 Replacing the Hard Drive ....................................................................................... 37
3.7.1 20-Bay Models ..........................................................................................37
3.7.2 8 / 4 / 2-Bay Models ..................................................................................37
3.8 Configuring an IP Address......................................................................................38
3.9 Exiting to Windows ................................................................................................. 40
3.10 Returning to GV-Desktop...................................................................................... 41
3.11 Twin View Display................................................................................................. 42
3.12 Digital Matrix......................................................................................................... 44
3.12.1 Activating Multiple Monitors ....................................................................44
3.12.2 Setting Live View ....................................................................................45
3.12.3 Setting Scanned Pages ..........................................................................46
3.12.4 Setting Pop-up Alert................................................................................47
3.12.4.1 Setting Pop-up Positions ......................................................48
3.12.5 Setting Live View with Pop-up Alert ........................................................49
3.12.6 Limited Use of Digital Matrix ...................................................................50
3.13 Extended Installation ............................................................................................ 52
3.13.1 GV-Keyboard ..........................................................................................52
3.13.2 GV-IR Remote Control ............................................................................53
3.13.3 I/O Devices .............................................................................................54
3.13.4 PTZ Domes.............................................................................................55
3.14 System Restoration .............................................................................................. 56
3.14.1 Recovery DVD ........................................................................................56
3.14.2 Configuring the GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 for PAL after Recovery ..................57
3.15 Updating GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 .......................................................................... 58
Chapter 4 DVR Health Analysis .......................................................................... 59
4.1 System Settings...................................................................................................... 59
4.2 System Log............................................................................................................. 61
4.3 Information of Your Computer System.................................................................... 62
4.4 Health Analysis Form.............................................................................................. 64
4.5 Check List............................................................................................................... 64
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting................................................................................. 65
Specifications......................................................................................................... 70
Warranty Policy....................................................................................................... 77
Microsoft Software License Terms for: Windows® XP Embedded Runtime ..... 80
Warranty Form........................................................................................................ 85
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Regulatory Notices
FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment.
Class A
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own
expense.
CE Notice
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
RoHS Compliance
The Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive is to forbid the use of hazardous
materials of production. To meet the RoHS Directive requirements, this product is made to be
RoHS compliant.
WEEE Compliance
This product is subject to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
and made compliant with the WEEE requirements.
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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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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Models
The GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 has the following models:
GV-2016H V4 - 16-channel digital video recorder
- Records up to 480 (NTSC) / 400 (PAL) fps at the D1 resolution
- Has the option of 4 / 8 / 20 hot-swap SATA drive bays
GV-2008H V4 - 8-channel digital video recorder
- Records up to 240 (NTSC) / 200 (PAL) fps at the D1 resolution
- Has the option of 2 / 4 / 8 / 20 hot-swap SATA drive bays
GV-1480H V4 - 16 / 32-channel digital video recorder
- Records up to 960 (NTSC) / 800 (PAL) fps at the CIF resolution
- Has the option of 2 / 4 / 8 / 20 hot-swap SATA drive bays
GV-1240H V4 - 8 / 16 / 32-channel digital video recorder
- Records up to 480 (NTSC) / 400 (PAL) fps at the CIF resolution
- Has the option of 2 / 4 / 8 / 20 hot-swap SATA drive bays
GV-1120H V4 - 16 / 32-channel digital video recorder
- Records up to 240 (NTSC) / 200 (PAL) fps at the CIF resolution
- Has the option of 2 / 4 / 8 / 20 hot-swap SATA drive bays
GV-NVRH V4 NVR (GV)
- 4 / 8 / 12 / 16 / 20 / 24 / 28 / 32-channel digital video recorder
- Has the option of 2 / 4 / 8 / 20 hot-swap SATA drive bays
- Extends compatibility to GeoVision IP devices only
NVR
- 1 / 2 / 4 / 6 / 8 / 10 / 12 / 14 / 16 / 18 / 20 / 22 / 24 / 26 / 28 / 30 /
32-channel digital video recorder
- Has the option of 2 / 4 / 8 / 20 hot-swap SATA drive bays
- Extends compatibility to third-party IP devices only
NVR (Combo)
- Includes combined options of NVR (GV) Dongle and NVR Dongle with
the limit of 32 channels in total. Inform your sales representatives of the
exact number of GV IP channels and third-party IP channels you need.
- Has the option of 2 / 4 / 8 / 20 hot-swap SATA drive bays
- Extends compatibility to GeoVision and third-party IP devices
Note:
1. The 2-bay and 20-bay models of GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 are available upon special
request with longer lead time. Please contact your sales representative for further
information.
2. A necessary dongle used to run GV-NVRH V4 is internally inserted.
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1.2 Unpacking
The GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 package includes the following items.
Important: Please keep the original carton and all packing materials for future shipping need.
1. GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 x 1
2. D-Type Video Cable x 2 ＊
D-Type Video Cable x 4 for 32-channel models
＊
ONLY supplied with 20-bay models of GV-1480H V4, GV-1240H V4 and GV-1120H V4
3. D-Type Audio Cable x 2 ＊
D-Type Audio Cable x 4 for 32-channel models
＊
ONLY supplied with 20-bay models of GV-1480H V4, GV-1240H V4 and GV-1120H V4
4. D-Type Audio and Video Cable x 2 ＊
D-Type Audio and Video Cable x 4 for GV-2016H V4 ＊＊
＊
ONLY supplied with 2-bay and 20-bay models of GV-2008H V4
＊＊
ONLY supplied with 20-bay models of GV-2016H V4
5. AC Power Cord x 1
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6. RJ-11 to DB9 Cable x 1
＊
Not available for GV-NVRH V4 and all 2-bay models
7. RJ-11 to USB Cable x 1
＊
Not available for GV-NVRH V4 and all 2-bay models
8. GV-Keyboard Package x1
9. GV-IR Remote Control x 1
10. GV-IR Remote Control Receiver x 1
＊
Not available for all 20-bay models
11. Self-Stick Rubber Pad x 4
12. Recovery DVD x 1
13. Nero CD Burning Software x 1
14. Surveillance System Software DVD x 1
15. GV-IR Remote Control User’s Manual x 1
16. GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4 User’s Manual x 1
17. GV-Hot Swap DVR System V4 Quick Start Guide x 1
18. Surveillance System New Feature Guide x 1
19. Surveillance System Installation Guide x 1
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-Hot Swap DVR V4’s capabilities and versatility. Contact
your dealer for more information.
GV-Video Loop Through
Card ＊
This card can take the video signal from the GV-Hot Swap DVR
V4 and then split it into 16 signals while maintaining video
quality. It can meet the need for multiple spot monitors.
GV-IO 12-In Card
With 12-point digital inputs, this card can expand the GV-Hot
Swap DVR V4 up to 16 sensor inputs.
GV-IO 12-Out Card
With 12-point relay outputs, this card can expand the GV-Hot
Swap DVR V4 up to 16 alarm outputs.
GV-Multi Quad Card ＊
With this card, the GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 can connect up to 5
TV screens. The screen divisions on the TV screens are
definable.
GV-I/O USB Box
GV-I/O USB Box provides 16 inputs and 16 relay outputs, and
up to 9 GV-I/O USB Boxes can chain together to expand the
use. However, 16 inputs are only supported when it is used with
GV-System version 8.2 or later.
GV-Data Capture V3 Box
GV-Data Capture V3 Box can integrate the GV-Hot Swap DVR
V4 to an electronic POS system, while GV-Data Capture V3E
Box can establish such integration through LAN or Internet.
GV-Hub Box
An easy way for serial port extension. This hub can add 4
RS-232/RS-485 serial ports through the GV-Hot Swap DVR
V4’s USB port.
GV-COM Box
This unit can add 1 RS-232/RS-485 serial port through the
GV-Hot Swap DVR V4’s USB port.
GV-IO Box (4 Ports)
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 Ports)
GV-IO Box 8 provides 8 inputs and 8 relay outputs, and
supports both DC and AC output voltages. A USB port is also
provided for PC connection.
GV-IO Box (16 Ports)
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.
GV-Joystick
GV-Joystick facilitates the PTZ camera control. It can be either
plugged into the GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 for independent use or
connected to GV-Keyboard to empower the operation.
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However, this device can only work on GV-System version 8.2
or later.
RAID Controller
(0 / 1 / 5 / 6)
The RAID Controller supports a maximum of 8 SATA hard
drives and enhances data protection. The supported RAID
types include RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 6. This card is
only available in the 8-bay models of GV-Hot Swap DVR V4.
RAM
Multiple options for the amount of RAM are available to meet
different needs.
Hard Drive
Multiple options for the HDD capacity are available to meet
different needs.
GV-DOM
(Disk on Module)
GV-DOM, a solid-state hard drive, is used for operating system
and system software to get higher performance under harsh
conditions. If this device is added onto the GV-NVRH V4, the
USB ports on the front panel will not be available for use.
AVP Dongle
Internally inserted to the GV-Hot Swap DVR V4, the AVP
Dongle provides the functions of advanced video analysis in
GV-System: Panorama View, Video Stabilizer, Defogging,
Crowd Detection, Advanced Scene Change, Advanced Missing
Object and Advanced Unattended Object.
Note:
1. The devices with ＊ marks are not available to the models of GV-NVRH V4.
2. GV-Video Loop Through Card, GV-IO 12-In Card, GV-IO 12-Out Card and GV-Multi
Quad Card are not available to all 2-bay models of GV-Hot Swap DVR V4.
3. The purchased GV-series cards will be added on the GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 before
shipment.
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Chapter 2 Overview
2.1 Front View
2.1.1 20-Bay Models
Figure 2-1
No. Name No. Name
1 USB Port x 2 7 Reset Button
2
DVD(±) RW Drive
8
LED Panel
(See 2.2 LED Panel View for details.）
3
DVD(±) RW Drive Activity LED
9 HDD Group A
4 DVD-eject button 10 HDD Group B
5
Built-in GV-IR Remote Control
Receiver
11 HDD Group C
6 Power Button 12 HDD Group D
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2.1.2 8-Bay Models
Figure 2-2
For details on the other features of the front panel, see Figure 2-1.
2.1.3 2-Bay Models
Figure 2-4
For details on the other features of the front panel, see Figure 2-1.
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2.2 LED Panel View
A LED panel on the front door provides a quick indication of the activity status of hard disk
drives. Note the panel design and function vary from model to model.
2.2.1 20-Bay Models
Figure 2-5
No. LED Description
1 Power LED The LED shines when the power is on.
2 HDD Activity LED The LED shines when the HDDs are writing or reading data.
3 HDD Group A LED
4 HDD Group B LED
5 HDD Group C LED
6 HDD Group D LED
The LEDs of HDD Group A to D shine when the power is on.
7 System Alert LED
The LED shines and the system sounds on if one fan
stops or the GV-Hot Swap DVR V4 is overheated.
8 Alert LED (reserved)
9 Alarm Mute Button
Press this button to silence the alarm when the System
Alert LED shines and the system sounds.
10 HDD Power LED (White) The LED shines white after the HDD is installed.
11 HDD Activity LED (Blue) The LED shines blue if the HDD is reading or writing data.
Note: The HDD Activity LED (No.11) only shines if the installed HDD is SATA II.
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2.2.2 8 / 4-Bay Models
LED Panel
Figure 2-6
LED Color Description
Gray
- No HDD is assigned to this LED.
- GV-System is not started.
Green A HDD is assigned to this LED.
Red The HDD is full.
Flashing Green
GV-System is recording or the video / audio files are played
back with ViewLog.
Flashing Red The HDD is recycling.
Flashing Green and Red The operating system or GV-System freezes.
Note:
1. When the GV-System or Hot Swap HDD Tool is closed, the LEDs will not change their
colors even if the status of HDDs change.
2. The LED panel is not available on the 2-bay models.
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2.3 Rear View
2.3.1 20-Bay Models
2.3.1.1 GV-2016H V4 / GV-2008H V4
4
6
7
9
22
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23
24
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Figure 2-7
No. Name No. Name
1 AC Power Switch 13 Audio Line In Port
2 AC Power Input (Full Range) 14 Audio Line Out Port
3 PS/2 Mouse Input 15 Audio Microphone In Port
4 PS/2 Keyboard Input 16
I/O and RS-485±Terminal Block
5 USB Port x 2 17 RJ-11 Port
6 VGA Monitor Output 18 RCA TV Output 1-8
7 DVI-D Output 19 D-Type Video 1-8, D-Type Audio 1-8
8 Ethernet Port x 2 20
RCA TV Output 9-16 ＊
9 USB Port x 4 21
D-Type Video 9-16, D-Type Audio 9-16 ＊
10 Center/Subwoofer Port 22
VGA Monitor Output ＊
11 Rear R/L Port 23
S-Video Output ＊
12 Side R/L Port 24
DVI-I Output ＊
Note:
1. The features marked with ＊ are only available on the GV-2016H V4 model.
2. To connect two monitors to the GV-2008H V4 model, use the ports No. 6 and No. 7.
Note the DVI-D output (No. 7) only supports the digital signal, and it can be only
connected to a monitor with a DVI connector.
3. To connect three monitors to the GV-2016H V4 model, use the ports No. 6, No. 22 and
No. 24. Note the DVI-D output (No. 7) is not functional on this model.
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2.3.1.2 GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (32 Channels)
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Figure 2-8
No. Name No. Name
1 VGA Monitor Output 10 VGA Monitor Output
2
I/O and RS-485±Terminal Block
11 S-Video Output
3 RJ-11 Port 12 DVI-I Output
4 RCA TV Output 1-16 13 D-Type Audio 1-8
5 D-Type Video 1-8 14 D-Type Audio 9-16
6 D-Type Video 9-16 15 D-Type Audio 17-24
7 RCA TV Output 17-32 16 D-Type Audio 25-32
8 D-Type Video 17-24
＊
Not functional
9 D-Type Video 25-32
Note: To connect to three monitors, use the ports No. 1, No. 10 and No. 12.
For details on the other features of the motherboard and power supply on the rear panel, see
Figure 2-7.
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2.3.1.3 GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (16 Channels)
1
8
635
9
7
4
*
Figure 2-9
No. Name No. Name
1 VGA Monitor Output 6 D-Type Video 1-8
2 DVI-D Output 7 D-Type Video 9-16
3
I/O and RS-485±Terminal Block
8 D-Type Audio 1-8
4 RJ-11 Port 9 D-Type Audio 9-16
5 RCA TV Output 1-16
Note: To connect to two monitors, use the ports No. 1 and No. 2. Note the DVI-D output
(No. 2) only supports the digital signal, and it can be only connected to a monitor with a DVI
connector.
For details on the other features of the motherboard and power supply on the rear panel, see
Figure 2-7.
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Overview
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2.3.1.4 GV-NVRH V4
Figure 2-10
For details on the other features of the motherboard and power supply on the rear panel, see
Figure 2-7.
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2.3.2 8 / 4-Bay Models
2.3.2.1 GV-2016H V4 / GV-2008H V4
Figure 2-11
No. Name No. Name
1 AC Power Input (Full Range) 13 Ethernet Port x 2
2 AC Power Switch 14 USB Port x 4
3 I/O and RS-485± Terminal Block 15 Center/Subwoofer Port
4 RJ-11 Port 16 Rear R/L Port
5 D-Type Audio 1-16 17 Side R/L Port
6 BNC Video Connector x 16 18 Audio Line In Port
7 RCA TV Output 19 Audio Line Out Port
8 PS/2 Mouse Input 20 Audio Microphone In Port
9 PS/2 Keyboard Input 21 VGA Monitor Output
10 USB Port x 2 22 S-Video Output
11 VGA Monitor Output 23 DVI-I Output
12 DVI-D Output
＊
Not recommended for use
Note:
1. To connect two monitors to the GV-2008H V4 model, use the ports No. 11 and No. 12.
Note the DVI-D output (No. 12) only supports the digital signal, and it only can be
connected to a monitor with a DVI connector.
2. To connect three monitors to the GV-2016H V4 model, use the ports No. 11, No. 21 and
No. 23. Note the DVI-D output (No. 12) is not functional on this model.
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2.3.2.2 GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1 120H V4 (32 Channels)
Figure 2-12
No. Name No. Name
1 D-Type Audio 1-8 10 D-Type Video 17-24
2 D-Type Audio 9-16 11 D-Type Video 25-32
3 D-Type Audio 17-24 12
I/O and RS-485±Terminal Block
4 D-Type Audio 25-32 13 RJ-11 Port
5 VGA Monitor Output 14 VGA Monitor Output
6 RCA TV Output 1-16 15 S-Video Output
7 D-Type Video 1-8 16 DVI-I Output
8 D-Type Video 9-16
＊
Not functional
9 RCA TV Output 17-32
Note: To connect to three monitors, use the ports No. 5, No. 14 and No. 16.
For details on the other features of the motherboard and power supply on the rear panel, see
Figure 2-11.
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2.3.2.3 GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (16 Channels)
1 3 4
5
2
6
7
Figure 2-13
No. Name No. Name
1
I/O and RS-485±Terminal Block
5 RCA TV Output
2 RJ-11 Port 6 VGA Monitor Output
3 D-Type Audio 1-16 7 DVI-D Output
4 BNC Video Connector x 16
＊
Not recommended for use
Note: To connect to two monitors, use the ports No. 6 and No. 7. Note the DVI-D output (No.
7) only supports the digital signal, and it only can be connected to a monitor with a DVI
connector.
For details on the other features of the motherboard and power supply on the rear panel, see
Figure 2-11.
2.3.2.4 GV-NVRH V4
Figure 2-14
For details on the other features of the motherboard and power supply on the rear panel, see
Figure 2-11.
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2.3.3 2-Bay Models
2.3.3.1 GV-2008H V4 / GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4
Figure 2-15
For details on the other features of the motherboard and power supply on the rear panel, see
Figure 2-11.
2.3.3.2 GV-NVRH V4
Figure 2-16
For details on the other features of the motherboard and power supply on the rear panel, see
Figure 2-11.
Chapter 3 Getting Started
3.1 Basic Installation
This section describes all the equipments required to program and operate the GV-Hot Swap
DVR V4. Depending on the models, 2 or 3 monitors can be connected to the GV-Hot Swap
DVR V4.
Here we use the 8 / 4-bay model (16 channels) as the example.
GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (16 Channels)
Figure 3-1
1. Using the supplied power cord, connect one end to the AC input and the other end to the
power outlet.
2. Connect the keyboard to the PS/2 input.
3. Connect the mouse to the PS/2 input.
4. Using the VGA cable supplied by the monitor manufacturer, connect the VGA monitor.
5. For video lost beep, connect speakers to the Audio Line Out port.
6. Using the RJ-45 cable, connect one end to the Ethernet port and the other end to Network.
7. Using the BNC video cables, connect one end to the BNC video connectors and the other
end to video sources.
8. Using the supplied D-type audio cables, connect one end to the audio ports and the other
end to audio sources.
Note: The monitor you use must be capable of having a screen resolution of 1280 x 1024 and
display color of 32 bits.
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3.1.1 Connecting to 2 Monitors
For users of the models that can connect up to 2 monitors, please see the figure below to
connect the monitors to the GV-Hot Swap DVR V4. The available models include
GV-NVRH V4, GV-2008H V4, and GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (16 Channels).
Here we use the 8 / 4-bay model (16 channels) as the example.
GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (16 Channels)
Figure 3-2
To install other required equipment, follow the steps in 3.1 Basic Installation.
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3.1.2 Connecting to 3 Monitors
For users of the models that can connect up to 3 monitors, please see the figure below to
connect the monitors to the GV-Hot Swap DVR V4. The available models include
GV-2016H V4, GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1120H V4 (32 Channels).
Here we use the 8 / 4-bay model (32 channels) as the example.
GV-1480H V4 / GV-1240H V4 / GV-1 120H V4 (32 Channels)
Figure 3-3
To install other required equipment, follow the steps in 3.1 Basic Installation.
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Getting Started
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3.2 Turning on the Power
Once the above hardware is properly connected, it is the time to turn on the GV-Hot Swap
DVR V4. To turn on the power, follow these steps:
1. Turn on the monitor.
Figure 3-4
2. Turn on the AC power switch on the rear panel.
20-Bay Models
Power On
Figure 3-5
8 / 4-Bay Models
Power On
Figure 3-6
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