GeoVision VS04H, VS12, VS14, VS2420, VS2400 Quick Start Manual

Quick Start Guide

GV-Video Server

© 2016 GeoVision Inc. All rights reserved.

Thank you for purchasing GV-Video Server. This guide is designed to assist the new user

in getting immediate results from the GV-Video Server. For advanced information on how to

use the GV-Video Server, please refer to GV-Video Server User's Manual on Software

DVD.

2016/11

English

VS2420-2400-QG-B

1

Introduction

Welcome to the GV-Video Server Quick Start Guide. In the following

sections, you will learn about the basic installations and configurations of the

GV-Video Server (VS04H / VS11 / VS12 / VS14 / VS2420 / VS2400).

For a detailed user’s manual, see GV-Video Server User’s Manual on the

GV-Video Server software CD/DVD.

Packing List

● DC Male-to-Male Cable x 1

● Power Adaptor x 1

● Wall Hook x 1

GV-VS04H / GV-VS14

● 3.5 mm Stereo to RCA Cable x 2

● AC Power Cord x 1

● Conical Anchor x 4

● Screw x 4

● GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1

● GV-NVR Software CD/DVD x 1

Note: The DC Male-to-Male Cable is

used to power on the camera through

the GV-Video Server. You can also

optionally purchase three more DC

Male-to-Male Cables and one DC

1-Male to 4-Female Cable to power on

four cameras through the GV-Video

Server.

DC 1-Male to

4-Female Cable

DC Male-to-Male

Cable

● GV-VS04H / GV-VS14

GV-VS11

GV-VS12

● I/O Cable with RJ-45 Connector x 1

● Sticker (for positioning conical anchors) x 1

● AC Power Cord x 1

● Power Adaptor x 1

● Wall Hook x 1

● Screw x 4

● Conical Anchor x 4

● GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1

● GV-NVR Software CD/DVD x 1

● Power Adaptor x 1

● GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1

● GV- NVR Software CD/DVD x 1

GV-VS2420 / 2400

● AC Power Cord x 1

● Power Adaptor x 1

● GV-Video Server Software CD/DVD x 1

● GV-NVR Software CD/DVD x 1

● Warranty Card

● GV-VS11

● GV-VS12

● GV-VS2420/2400

The GV-GPS Receiver is a Global Position
System receiver. With the GV-GPS Receiver,
you can perform GPS tracking and location

verification of the GV-Video Server. Two types

of interfaces are available: UART (for
GV-VS04H / GV-VS14) and RS-232 (for

GV-VS12).

Note: The GV-GPS Receiver is not supported

by GV-VS11 and GV-VS2420 / 2400.

Working with the GV-Relay V2, the GV-Video

Server is capable of driving the loads of relay

outputs over 5 volts.

The WiFi USB Adaptor is designed to connect

the GV IP devices, such as GV-Video Server or
GV-Compact DVR, to the wireless network.

The GV-PA191 is designed to provide power to
the IP device through a single Ethernet cable.
The GV-PA191 is only supported by GV-VS04H,

and GV-VS12.

With the GV-VR605A, you can install GV-Video

Server in the car. The GV-Video Server will
supply and maintain a 12V voltage to the
GV-Video Server and its connected cameras.

Note: The GV-VR605A is not supported by

GV-VS2420 / 2400.

GV-GPS Receiver

GV-Relay V2

GV-WiFi USB Adaptor

GV-PA191 PoE Adaptor

GV-VR605A DC Voltage
Regulator

Options

GV-Reader includes transmit-receive antenna
and electronics. Featured with both Wiegand
and RS-485 outputs, the unit is compatible with
any standard access control panel.

The GV-R1352 is a card reader designed to
recognize identification cards. Featured with the
Wiegand and RS-485 outputs, the unit can be
connected to any standard access control panel.
The GV-R1352 comes with a weather sealed
and IP66 compliant housing for outdoor use.

Only supported by GV-VS2420 / 2400, the DC
Male-to-Male Cable is used to power on the
camera through the GV-Video Server.

For instance, you can purchase four DC
Male-to-Male Cables and one DC 1-Male to
4-Female Cable to power on four cameras
through the GV-Video Server.

Only supported by GV-VS2420 / 2400, the 3.5
mm Stereo to RCA Cable is served as an audio
adapter for microphones with RCA connectors.

Only supported by GV-VS2420 / 2400, the Wall
Hook is used to mount the device to the wall.

Only supported by GV-VS2420 / 2400, the
Din-rail Hook is used to mount the device to a
35-mm (1.38-in) DIN rail.

Only supported by GV-VS2420 / 2400, the Rack
Mount is used to mount up to 3 video servers to
a 19-inch (482.6-mm) rack.

GV-Reader

GV-R1352 Card Reader

Access Control Series

The GV-Video Server can work with the Wiegand-interface card reader to
send cardholder data to the central monitoring stations Center V2 and
VSM, as well as GV-System (GV-DVR / NVR). The following devices are
only supported by GV-VS04H and GV-VS14.

DC Male-to-Male Cable/
DC 1-Male to 4-Female
Cable

3.5 mm Stereo to
RCA Cable

Wall Hook

Din-rail Hook

Rack Mount

2

Overview

GV-VS04H / GV-VS14

Rear View

9

10 11 12 13

Front View

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Function

4 plugs for video inputs.

A plug for the speaker device.

Each plug is for 2 audio inputs.

It resets all configurations to their factory
settings. See 7 Restoring to Default Settings in
the Quick Start Guide.

This LED is on, indicating the hard drive is full
or faulty.

This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server
is ready for connection.

This LED is on, indicating the power is
supplied.

It reboots the GV-Video Server, and keeps all
current configurations.

2 USB ports for installing portable storage
devices.

The connectors for digital input, relay output,

PTZ camera, Wiegand device and GPS module

control.

A plug for a 10/100 Ethernet or PoE.

Note: GV-VS14 does not support PoE function.

A plug to power on the camera, by using a DC

Male-to-Male Cable, directly through the

GV-Video Server.

Note: When PoE is applied, you cannot power

on the camera through the GV-Video Server.

A plug to power on the GV-Video Server.

Name

Video Input

Speaker Output

Audio Input

Default Button

Disk Full/Fault LED

Ready LED

Power LED

Reset

USB Port

Terminal Block

Ethernet Port

Power Out

Power In

No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

Function

1 plug for video input.

It resets all configurations to their factory
settings. See 7 Restoring to Default Settings in
the Quick Start Guide.

1 plug for audio input.

This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server
is ready for connection.

This LED is on, indicating the power is
supplied.

1 USB port for installing portable storage
device.

A plug for inserting an Ethernet cable to build
the network connection.

The connectors for digital input, digital output

and PTZ camera control.

A plug to power on the GV-Video Server.

Name

Video Input

Default Button

Audio Input

Ready LED

Power LED

USB Port

Ethernet Port

Terminal Block

Power In

No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

GV-VS11

Rear ViewFront View

1 2 3 4 6 7 8 95

GV-VS12

Front View

Rear View

1 3

5 6

10 11 12

7 8 9

2 4

Function

1 USB port for installing the portable storage
device.

A plug for the speaker device.

2 plugs for audio inputs.

2 plugs for video inputs.

A plug to power on the GV-Video Server.

A plug for inserting an Ethernet cable to build
the network connection.

1 USB port for installing the portable storage
device.

A port for digital input, relay output and PTZ
camera control. Insert the I/O Cable with RJ-45

Connector to this port.

The connectors for GPS module control.

It resets all configurations to their factory
settings. See 7 Restoring to Default Settings in
the Quick Start Guide.

This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server
is ready for connection.

This LED is on, indicating the power is
supplied.

Name

USB Port

Speaker Output

Audio Input

Video Input

Power In

Ethernet Port

USB Port

I/O / PTZ Port

RS-232

Terminal Block

Default Button

Ready LED

Power LED

No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

Function

4 plugs for video inputs.

A plug for Video 1 speaker device.

A plug for Video 1 audio input.

It reboots the GV-Video Server, and keeps all
current configurations.

It resets all configurations to their factory
settings. See 6.4 Restoring to Factory Default
Settings.

This LED is on, indicating the hard drive is full
or faulty.

This LED is on, indicating the GV-Video Server
is ready for connection.

Name

Video Input

Line Out

Line In

Reset

Default Button

Disk Full/Fault LED

Ready LED

No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

GV-VS2420 / 2400

Front View

5

4

6

7

2 3

8

1

Rear View

9 10 11 12 13

Note: When transmitting video signals over a long distance, it is highly

recommended to use 5C-FB coaxial cables or above to minimize the

degradation of image quality. The transmission distance should be

within 300 m (984 ft).

This LED is on, indicating the power is
supplied.

2 USB ports for installing portable storage
devices.

The connectors for digital input, relay output,

and PTZ camera. See Chapter 9 Auxiliary
Device Connectors.

A plug for a 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet

A plug to power on the camera, by using the

optional DC Male-to-Male Cable, directly

through the GV-Video Server.

A plug for power input.

Power LED

USB Port

Terminal Block

Gigabit Ethernet

Port

Power Out

Power In

8

9

10

11

12

13

3

Installing on a Network

Here we use GV-VS04H as an example to demonstrate the basic

connections.

1. Connect your camera’s video output to the BNC video input.

2. Connect the microphone to the RCA audio input using the 3.5 mm

Stereo to RCA Cable.

3. Connect the hub or switch on the LAN to the unit’s 10/100 Mbps port.

4. Connect power using one of the following methods:

● Use the supplied power adapter, connect to power.

● Use the Power over Ethernet (PoE) function. The power is

provided over the network cable.

1

3

5

4

2

5. Optionally connect the DC Male-to-Male Cable to power on the camera

through the GV-Video Server.

6. Wait until both Power and Ready LEDs are on and then you can

access its Web interface. See 4. Accessing the Camera later in the

Quick Start Guide.

Note:

1. The GV-VS11 / 14 and GV-VS2420 / 2400 do not support PoE function.

2. The DC Male-to-Male Cable and 3.5 mm Stereo to RCA Cable are only

supplied for GV-VS04H and GV-VS14. Optionally purchase these

accessories for GV-VS2420 / 2400.

3. The GV-Video Server cannot work with the microphone requiring power

from the unit. Use the microphone that has external power supply.

4. When PoE is applied, you cannot power on the camera through the

GV-Video Server.

4

Accessing the GV-Video Server

To access the Web interface of the GV-Video Server, ensure your PC is in

goodnetwork connection and use one of the following Web browsers:

Note:

System Requirements

For GV-VS2420 / 2400

For GV-VS04H and GV-VS11 / 12 / 14

● Microsoft Internet Explorer 7.x or later

● Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.x or later

● Google Chrome

● Mozilla Firefox

● Safari

● Microsoft Edge

1. For the users of Internet Explorer 8 or later, additional settings are

required. For details, see Appendix A in GV-Video Server User’s

Manual on the software CD/DVD.

2. Internet Explorer 10 is only supported by GV-VS11 version 1.05,

GV-VS12 version 1.09, GV-VS14 version 1.03.

3. For users of non-IE browsers using GV-VS2420 / 2400, download

GV-Web Viewer to access full functioning user interface. For details,

see 3.1 Accessing Your Surveillance Images in GV-Video Server

User’s Manual on the software CD/DVD.

1. Install the GV-IP Device Utility program included on the Software

CD/DVD.

2. On the GV-IP Utility window, click the button to search for the IP

devices connected in the same LAN. Click the Name or Mac Address

column to sort.

By default, the IP address of your GV-Video Sever is assigned by the DHCP

server unless your router does not support DHCP. In this case, the default

IP address will be 192.168.0.10. Follow the steps below to look up the IP

address and access the Web interface.

Note: The PC installed with GV-IP Device Utility must be under the

same LAN with the GV-Video Server you wish to configure.

Checking the IP Address and Logging In

3. Find the GV-Video Server with its Mac Address to see the IP address.

4. To login, type the IP address in your web browser. A dialog box

appears.

5. Type the default username and password admin.

6. Click OK to access the Web interface.

7. When accessing the GV-Video Server for the first time, you must set

your browser to allow a one-time installation of GeoVision’s ActiveX

component onto your computer.

Note:

If your router does not support DHCP, the default IP address will

be 192.168.0.10. In this case, it is strongly suggested to modify the IP

address to avoid IP address conflict with other GeoVision IP device on

the same LAN. For details, see 2.3 Changing the IP Address, GV-Video

Server User’s Manual on the Software CD/DVD.

5

The Web Interface

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9

10

11

12

Function

Plays live video.

Stops playing video.

Talks to the surveillance area from the local
computer.

Listens to the audio around the camera.

Takes a snapshot of live video.

Records live video to the local computer.

Switches to full screen view. Right-click the
image to have these options: Snapshot, PIP,
PAP, Zoom In and Zoom Out.

Displays the camera information, video
settings, audio data rate, I/O device status,
images captured upon alarm, and GPS location
of the camera.

Starts the I/O Control Panel or the Visual
Automation.

Starts the PTZ Control Panel and the Visual
PTZ.

Sets the desired camera for display.

Brings up these functions: Alarm Notify, Video

and Audio Configuration, Remote Config,
Show Camera Name and Image Enhance.

Name

Play

Stop

Microphone

Speaker

Snapshot

File Save

Full Screen

Control Panel

I/O Control

PTZ Control

Change Camera

Show System Menu

No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

For detailed operations, see Accessing the GV-Video Server, Chapter 3,

GV-Video Server User's Manual on the software CD/DVD.

6

Upgrading System Firmware

GeoVision will periodically release the updated firmware on the website. To

load the new firmware into the GV-Video Server, read the important notes

below and then follow the instructions.

Important:

1. While the firmware is being updated,

2. Do not turn the power off within 10 minutes after the firmware is

updated.

3. If you use the IP Device Utility for firmware upgrade, the computer

used to upgrade firmware must be under the same network of the

GV-Video Server.

A) the power supply must not be interrupted, and

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

power supply (Power over Ethernet or PoE supported).

For details on upgrading system firmware, see Advanced Applications,

Chapter 6, GV-Video Server User's Manual on the software CD/DVD.

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

Remote Config. This dialog box appears.

2. Click the Browse button to locate the firmware file (.img) saved at your
local computer.

3. Click the Upgrade button to start the upgrade.

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.

You can restore the camera to factory default settings using the Web

interface or directly on the GV-Video Server.

7

Restoring to Default Settings

1. On the left menu of Web interface, select Management and select

Tools. The Additional Tools dialog appears.

2. Click the Load Default button in the System Settings section.

Using the Web Interface:

1. Press and then release the Reset button immediately.

2. Press and hold the Load Default button until all 3 LEDs (Power,

Ready and Disk Full/Fault) are on. This may take about 30 seconds.

3. Release the Load Default button. The process of loading default

values is complete, and the GV-Video Server starts rebooting itself

with all 3 LEDs turning off.

4. Wait until the Power and Ready LEDs turn on again. After this, all the

settings are returned to default values.

Directly on the GV-Video Server:

GV-VS04H / GV-VS14

2 1 4

1. Unplug and plug the power cable to start.

2. Press and hold the Default button until the Ready LED blinks. This

may take about 30 seconds. The Ready LED will blink twice.

3. Release the Default button. The process of loading default values is

complete, and the GV-Video Server starts rebooting itself with the 2

LEDs turning off.

4. Wait until the Power and Ready LEDs turn on again. After this, all the

settings are returned to default values.

GV-VS11

2 4

GV-VS12

2 4

Note: Before the Ready LED is on again, do not unplug the power

cable; otherwise the loading of default values will fail.

1. Press and then release the Reset button immediately.

2. Press and hold the Default button until the Ready LED blinks. This

may take up to 30 seconds. The Ready LED will blink twice.

3. Release the Default button. The process of loading default values is

complete, and the GV-Video Server starts rebooting itself with the

Ready LED turning off.

4. Wait until the Ready LED turns on again. After this all the settings are

returned to default values

GV-VS2420 / 2400

5

4

8

Connecting Auxiliary Devices

The 16-pin terminal block, located on the rear panel, provides interfaces for

four digital inputs, four relay outputs, an RS-485 interface, a Wiegand

interface, a GPS interface and auxiliary power. The terminal block can be

used to develop applications for motion detection, event alerts via E-mail and

FTP, center monitoring by Center V2 and Vital Sign Monitor, PTZ control,

Wiegand-interface card reader and a variety of other functions.

The 16-pin terminal block, located on the rear panel, provides interfaces for

four digital inputs, four relay outputs, an RS-485 interface and auxiliary

power. The terminal block can be used to develop applications for motion

detection, event alerts via E-mail and FTP, center monitoring by Center V2

and Vital Sign Monitor, PTZ control and a variety of other functions.

GV-VS04H / GV-VS14 and GV-VS2420 / 2400

GV-VS2420 / 2400

162 4 6 8 10 12 14

151 3 5 7 9 11 13

GV-VS04H and GV-VS14

GV-VS2420 / 2400

Function

Relay Output 1

Digital Input 1

Relay Output 2

Digital Input 2

Relay Output 3

Digital Input 3

Relay Output 4

Digital Input 4

Pin

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Function

DC 5V Out for GV-Relay Module

Ground

RS 485+

N/A

RS 485-

N/A

Ground

DC 12V Out

Pin

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

Function

Relay Output 1

Digital Input 1

Relay Output 2

Digital Input 2

Relay Output 3

Digital Input 3

Relay Output 4

Digital Input 4

Pin

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Function

DC 5V Out for GV-Relay Module, or GPS Module

Ground, or GPS Ground

RS 485+

Wiegand D0, or GPS RX

RS 485-

Wiegand D1, or GPS TX

Ground

DC 12V Out for Wiegand Card Reader

Pin

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

Note: To connect the GPS module, use the Pin 9 for power supply, Pin

10 for ground, Pin 12 for GPS RX and Pin 14 for GPS TX.

Pin Assignment

The table below lists the pin assignment for the terminal block.

GV-VS04H and GV-VS14

Pin

RS-485-

RS-485+

5V

DI

DO

G

Function

RS-485-

RS-485+

DC 5V Out

Digital Input

Digital Output

Ground

Pin Assignment

The table below lists the pin assignment for the terminal block.

The terminal block on the rear panel of GV-VS11 provides one digital input

and output, an RS-485 interface and auxiliary power.

GV-VS11

- + 5V

DI DO G

Wire

Brown

White with Brown Stripe

White with Green Stripe

White with Blue Stripe

Blue

Green

Orange

White with Orange Stripe

Function

Digital Out 1

Digital Out 2

Ground

Digital In 1

Digital In 2

Ground

RS-485 -

RS-485 +

Pin

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Pin Assignment

The table below lists the pin assignment for the shielded wires of the I/O

Cable with RJ-45 Connector.

GV-VS12 provides the I/O Cable with RJ-45 Connector for the extensible

connection to I/O devices and PTZ cameras. A RJ-45 connector and a

bundle of shielded wires are on the each end of the cable.

GV-VS12

9F, No. 246, Sec. 1, Neihu Rd., Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]

http://www.geovision.com.tw

For details, see Auxiliary Device Connectors, Chapter 9, GV-Video Server

User's Manual on the software CD/DVD.

Note: To ensure the connection to the GV-VS12, the GPS RX must be

connected to the TX pin, and the GPS TX must be connected to the RX

pin.

Function

GPS RX (Receive)

GPS TX (Transmit)

Ground

DC 5V Out

Pin

TX

RX

G

5V

RS-232 Terminal Block

The RS-232 terminal block on GV-VS12 is mainly used for the connection to a

GPS module.

TX

RX

G

RS232

5V