Geovision GV-Hot Swap NVR System Quick start guide

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V5 (Rev. F)
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GV-Hot Swap Surveillance System
© 2021 GeoVision, Inc. All rights reserved.
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responsibility for errors or omissions. No liability is assumed for incidental or consequential
damages arising from the use of the information or products contained herein. Features and
specifications are subject to change without notice.
GeoVision, Inc.
9F, No. 246, Sec. 1
, Neihu Rd.,
Neihu District, Taipei, Taiwan
Tel: +886-2-8797-8377
Fax: +886-2-8797-8335
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.
May 2021
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Contents
Notice ............................................................................................................................... 3
Note for Recording .......................................................................................................... 3
1. Basic Installation....................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Packing List ....................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Software License ............................................................................................... 5
GV-Hot Swap NVR System V5 ......................................................................................... 5
GV-Hot Swap VMS System V5 ......................................................................................... 5
GV-Hot Swap Recording Server System V5..................................................................... 6
1.3 Recommended Hard Disks ................................................................................ 6
1.4 Rear Panel......................................................................................................... 7
1.5 Connecting GV-Keyboard V3............................................................................. 8
1.6 Connecting GV-IR Remote Control .................................................................... 8
1.7 Installation ......................................................................................................... 9
2. Install the Hard Drive................................................................................................10
3. Turn on the Power ....................................................................................................11
3.1 Starting up Windows ...........................................................................................12
3.2 Configuring the IP Address .................................................................................14
4. Setting Up the Video Storage Location...................................................................16
4.1 Formatting the Hard Drive...................................................................................16
4.2 Setting Up the Video Storage Location ...............................................................21
5. Restore the System..................................................................................................27
6. GV-Hot Swap NVR System V5 .................................................................................29
6.1 Main Screen .......................................................................................................29
6.1.1 Adding IP Video Devices ..................................................................................... 30
6.1.2 Renaming the Camera ........................................................................................ 33
6.1.3 Choosing Recording Mode .................................................................................. 33
6.1.4 Changing Recording Resolution.......................................................................... 34
6.2 Setting up a Recording Schedule......................................................................35
6.3 Playing Back Video...........................................................................................36
6.3.1 Playback Controls................................................................................................ 37
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6.4 Backing Up Video Files.....................................................................................38
7. GV-Hot Swap VMS System V5 .................................................................................40
7.1 Main Screen .....................................................................................................40
7.1.1 Adding IP Video Devices to GV-VMS .................................................................. 42
7.2 Configuring Camera Setting..............................................................................44
7.3 Playing Back Recorded Videos.........................................................................45
7.4 Back up Recorded Videos ................................................................................47
8. GV-Hot Swap Recording Server System V5 ...........................................................48
8.1 Adding IP Video Devices...................................................................................48
8.2 Starting the Service...........................................................................................50
8.3 Creating User Account......................................................................................51
8.4 Connecting with GV-NVR / GV-VMS.................................................................53
8.5 Connecting with GV-Control Center ..................................................................53
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Notice
1. The back panel of GV-Hot Swap Surveillance System V5 is subject to change without
prior notice.
2. You can access the digital copies of User’s Manuals and Quick Start Guides from
C:\User Manual.
3. If you are in an area with unstable voltage, make sure to install an automatic voltage
regulator (AVR) or a UPS power supply with AVR function, to maintain a constant voltage.
4. All damages to the power supply caused by unstable voltage are not included in the
2-year warranty service.
Note for Recording
1. Be sure to install each of your hard drives separately in alphabetical order as indicated
below for formatting. See 4.1 Formatting the Hard Drive for details.
2. Before recording, you need to divide your hard disks into 4 / 8 storage groups and each
group will be assigned with an equal number of cameras. See 4.2 Setting Up the Video
Storage Location for details.
3. The H.265 CPU and GPU decoding are only supported by GV-NVR V8.7.0.0 and
GV-VMS V15.11.0.0 or later versions.
Basic Installation
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1. Basic Installation
1.1 Packing List
1. GV-Hot Swap NVR System V5 / GV-Hot Swap VMS System V5 / GV-Hot Swap Recording
Server V5
2. AC Power Cord
3. Self-Stick Rubber Pad x 4
4. Documents Download Guide
5. Warranty Card
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1.2 Software License
The following Maximum License for IP devices is available as a paid service. The license is
based on your requirements for the number of connection channels. The USB dongle for
software license will be inserted to the system before shipment.
GV-Hot Swap NVR System V5
Free License
32 channels from GV-IP Devices
Maximum License
32 channels from third-party IP devices
Increment for Each
License
1 to 32 third-party IP cameras in increments of 2 ch
Dongle Type
Internal
GV-Hot Swap VMS System V5
GV-VMS V17 for Free 32 GV Channels
32 ch
No license required
GV-IP Devices
Only
64 ch
GV-VMS Pro license required, 32 ch per license
16 ch Trial Version: 16 channels of 3rd-Party IP devices
32 ch
3rd-Party license required, in increments of 1 ch
GV +
3rd-Party IP
Devices
64 ch
2 licenses required:
• GV-VMS Pro license, 32 ch per license.
• 3rd-Party license, in increments of 1 ch
License Type
Internal Dongle or Software License
GV-VMS V18 for AI Integration
32 ch
Initial license
GV-IP Devices
Only
64 ch
2 licenses required:
GV-VMS V18.1 or later initial license
GV-VMS Pro license, 32 ch per license
32 ch
2 licenses required:
GV-VMS V18.1 or later initial license
3rd-Party license required, in increments of 1 ch
GV +
3rd-Party IP
Devices
64 ch
3 licenses required:
GV-VMS V18.1 or later initial license
GV-VMS Pro license, 32 ch per license
3rd-Party license, in increments of 1 ch
License Type
Internal Dongle or Software License
Basic Installation
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GV-Hot Swap Recording Server System V5
Free License
N/A
Maximum License
256 channels
Increment for Each
License
1. GV-IP video devices only: 8, 16, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60,
64, 68, 72, 76, 80, 84, 88, 92, 96, 100, 104, 108, 112, 116, 120, 124,
128, 132, 136, 140, 144, 148, 152, 156, 160, 164, 168, 172, 176,
180, 184, 188, 192, 196, 200, 204, 208, 212, 216, 220, 224, 228,
232, 236, 240, 244, 248, 252, 256 IP channels.
2. Third-party IP devices (Includes GV-IP video devices): 8, 16,
32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 68, 72, 76, 80, 84, 88, 92, 96,
100, 104, 108, 112, 116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140, 144, 148,
152, 156, 160, 164, 168, 172, 176, 180, 184, 188, 192, 196, 200,
204, 208, 212, 216, 220, 224, 228, 232, 236, 240, 244, 248, 252,
256 IP channels.
Dongle Type
Internal
1.3 Recommended Hard Disks
For system efficiency, we recommend the following enterprise level hard disk drives. Avoid
using desktop level or green HDD which may affect system efficiency.
Seagate Enterprise Series
WD Gold Level Series
WD Ultrastar Series
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1.4 Rear Panel
Here we use the 4U (20-bay) model of GV-NVRH V5 as an example.
No.
Name
No.
Name
1 Power Connector x 1
2 HDMI x 1
3 DisplayPort x 1
4 USB 2.0 (Type-A) x 3
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LAN 2.5 GbE (on the left side of the rear panel) x 1
LAN 1 GbE (on the right side of the rear panel) x 1
7 Not functional x 2
8 USB 3.2 (Type-C) x 1
9 USB 3.2 (Type-A) x 4
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IO Terminal Block + RJ-11 Port
(RS-485± ports are not functional)
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Audio Jack x 6
Center Speaker Out
(Orange)
Rear Speaker Out
(Black)
Optical S/PDIF Out
Line In (Blue)
Line Out (Green)
Mic In (Pink)
Basic Installation
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1.5 Connecting GV-Keyboard V3
The optional GV-Keyboard V3 is designed to operate the GV-Hot Swap NVR / VMS System
exclusively. Using the USB cable supplied with the GV-Keyboard V3, plug one end into the
GV-Keyboard V3 and the other end into any one of the USB ports on the back of the System;
you can operate the Keyboard immediately without installing any drivers.
For details, see GV-Keyboard V3, Chapter 3, GV-Hot Swap Surveillance System V5 (Rev. F)
User’s Manual.
Note: The GV-Keyboard V3 is not supported by GV-Hot Swap Recording Server V5.
1.6 Connecting GV-IR Remote Control
The optional GV-IR Remote Control provides easy control of the GV-Hot Swap NVR / VMS
System V5. Its receiver is built in all models.
Note: The GV-IR Remote Control is not supported by GV-Hot Swap Recording Server.
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1.7 Installation
Here we use the 2U (4-bay) model as an example.
1. Connect the keyboard and mouse to any of the USB ports.
2. Connect one end to the AC input and the other end to the power outlet using the supplied
power cord.
3. Connect the monitor using the HDMI / DisplayPort cable supplied by the monitor
manufacturer.
4. Connect one end to the Ethernet port and the other end to Network using the RJ-45
cable.
5. Connect speakers to the Audio Line Out port.
Install the Hard Drive
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2. Install the Hard Drive
The GV-Hot Swap Surveillance System V5 uses SATA hard drives for video and audio data
storage. Before recording, be sure to install your hard drives.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to install each of your hard drives separately for formatting. See 4.1
Formatting the Hard Drive for details.
1. Slide the release latch to the right. The drawer handle pops up.
2. Pull out the drive drawer.
3. Insert the hard drive in the drawer.
4. Secure the hard drive with the 4 screws (included in the drawer), and make sure all screw
heads flush with the surface.
5. Put the drawer back in the drive bay of the system, and push the latch until it locks. The
white LED on the drawer shines, and the hard drive is now ready to use.
Release Latch
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3. Turn on the Power
Once the above hardware is properly connected, follow the steps below to turn on the GV-Hot
Swap Surveillance System V5.
1. Turn on the monitor.
Power On
2. For 4U (20-bay) models, turn on the AC power switch on the rear panel first.
4U (20-Bay) Models
(Note: The figure of 4U model is for reference only; the rear panel may vary due to product
enhancement.)
3. Turn on the main power switch on the front panel.
Turn on the Power
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3.1 Starting up Windows
The Windows setup is preparing your computer for first use.
1. After the Windows starts, this setup screen appears. Select your language and click Next
to continue.
2. Select your regional settings and time zone and click Next to continue.
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3. Click Accept to accept Microsoft software license terms.
4. Select between “Customize” or “Use Express settings” for your Windows 10 installation.
5. Type your account name. It is recommended that you create a password for your account
and click Next.
When the above setup process is complete, Windows will finalize your settings automatically
in the background and restart.
IMPORTANT: In case that you cannot access Windows operating system and restore it
using built-in recovery mechanism (see 5. Restore the System in the Quick Guide), it is
highly recommended to back up the OS before you start any settings and operations.
For details, see Appendix C. Back up Your System in GV-Hot Swap Surveillance System V5
(Rev. F) Users Manual.
Turn on the Power
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3.2 Configuring the IP Address
GV-Hot Swap Surveillance System V5 supports remote monitoring, control and configuration
over a network connection. The following default IP addresses will automatically be assigned.
192.168.0.200 (All models)
192.168.0.201 (Only available for GV-Hot Swap NVR / VMS / Recording Server System)
192.168.0.202 (Only available for GV-Hot Swap Recording Server System V5)
The system supports up to 3 Ethernet ports. The number of Local Area Connection is
assigned from the left to the right. Here we use the 4U (20-bay) model of GV-Hot Swap
Recording Server System V5 as illustration.
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To change the static IP addresses or to enable a dynamic IP address, follow the steps below.
1. Right-click the Network icon on the right-hand side of the taskbar and select Open
Network and Sharing Center.
2. Click Change Adapter Settings from the left-hand side menu of the Network and Sharing
Centre window.
3. Under Network Connections, select a network connection you want to configure its IP
address.
4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and then click Properties.
5. Select Use the following IP address and type the new IP information in the fields or
select Obtain an IP address automatically to enable dynamic IP address.
6. Click OK to finish the setting.
Note: For GV-Hot Swap Recording Server V5, to avoid network bottleneck, see Appendix
B. Assigning Network Card, GV-Hot Swap Surveillance System V5 (Rev. F) Users Manual.
Setting up the Video Storage Location
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4. Setting Up the Video Storage Location
4.1 Formatting the Hard Drive
Be sure to install each of your hard drives separately for formatting. Do not install and format
more than one hard drive at a time.
Depending on the model of your choices, install and format the hard drives in alphabetical
order as indicated below.
Disk (D:)
Disk (E:)
Disk (F:)
Disk (G:)
Disk (H:)
Disk (I:)
Disk (J:)
Disk (K:)
Disk (L:)
Disk (M:)
Disk (N:)
Disk (O:)
Disk (P:)
Disk (Q:)
Disk (R:)
Disk (S:)
Disk (T:)
Disk (U:)
Disk (V:)
Disk (W:)
20-Bay Models
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To format a hard disk:
1. Right-click This PC on your desktop, select Manage, and select Disk Management when
the Computer Management window appears.
2. On the main page of Disk Management, the Initialize Disk dialog box appears for the new
drive. Click the created disk and select a partition style.
3. Click OK. The created disk is successfully initialized.
4. On the main page of Disk Management, right-click in the unallocated space of a new drive
and select New Simple Volume.
Setting up the Video Storage Location
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5. The New Simple Volume Wizard appears. Click Next to continue.
6. The default partition size is the same as the maximum disk space. Make changes if
necessary. Click Next to continue.
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