LOREX D841A62B (01) PDF MANUAL

Follow all warnings and instructions in the user manual.

Remove the plug from the outlet before cleaning. Use a water-dampened cloth for cleaning; do not use liquid aerosol detergents.

Do not use this product in humid or wet places.

Ensure enough space around the product for ventilation. Do not block slots and openings in the storage cabinet.

It is highly recommended to connect the product to a surge protector to protect from damage caused by electrical surges.

It is also recommended to connect the product to an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), which has an internal battery to keep the product running during a power outage.

Maintain electrical safety. Power line operated equipment or accessories connected to this product should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark and should not be modified to defeat safety features. Contact qualified service personnel if in doubt.

Read and Follow Instructions: Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the product. Follow all operating instructions.

Retain Instructions: Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference.

Heed Warnings: Comply with all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.

Polarization: Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. If the plug doesn’t fit, consult an electrician.

Power Sources: Operate only from the power source indicated on the label. Consult your dealer or local power company if unsure.

Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords to avoid fire or electric shock.

Power-Cord Protection: Route power supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched.

Surge Protectors: Highly recommended to connect the product to a surge protector (UL listed or CSA certified).

Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS): Recommended for continuous 24/7 operation. Connect to a UPS (UL listed or CSA certified) with an internal battery.

Ventilation: Slots and openings are for ventilation. Do not block or cover them. Do not place on soft surfaces or near heat sources. Do not place in built-in installations without proper ventilation.

Attachments: Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer.

Water and Moisture: Do not use near water (e.g., bathtub, sink, wet basement, pool).

Heat: Situate away from heat sources (radiators, heat registers, stoves, amplifiers).

Accessories: Do not place on unstable carts, stands, tripods, or tables. Use only with recommended mounting accessories following manufacturer instructions.

Camera Extension Cables: Check cable ratings for compliance with local regulations.

Mounting: Mount cameras only as instructed, using provided brackets.

Camera Installation: Cameras are not for submersion. Check environmental ratings for outdoor use. Install outdoor cameras in sheltered areas.

Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Unplug the product and refer servicing to qualified personnel under these conditions:

When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.

If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only controls covered by the instructions.

When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Replacement Parts: Ensure the service technician uses replacements with the same safety characteristics as the original parts, specified by the manufacturer.

Safety Check: After service or repairs, ask the technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer.

Cleaning: Unplug before cleaning. Use a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.

Product and Cart Combination: Move product and cart combinations with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause overturns.

Object and Liquid Entry: Never push objects into openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts. Never spill liquid on the product.

Lightning: For added protection during lightning storms or when left unattended for long periods, unplug from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.

Your security recorder package includes:

4K Ultra HD Security DVR

Power Adapter

Ethernet Cable

USB Mouse

HDMI Cable

Note: Hard drive size, number of channels, and camera configuration may vary by model. Check your package for specific details.

1. LED Indicators:

HDD: Glows when the hard drive is in a normal state. Turns off if there is a hard drive error.

POWER: Glows when the system is on.

NETWORK: Glows when the network is in a normal state. Turns off if there is a network error.

2. Info / Panic Button:

Press once from live view to open the System Information screen.

Press and hold for 3 seconds to activate warning lights and sirens on all connected deterrence cameras.

3. USB Port: Connect a USB mouse (included) or a USB flash drive (not included) for data backup or firmware updates.

1. Video Inputs: Connect Lorex HD or standard analog cameras.

2. Audio IN/Audio OUT: Connect an external microphone for single-channel audio recording or an external speaker for system audio.

3. HDMI: Connect to an HDMI monitor or TV (not included).

4. LAN: Connect an RJ45 Ethernet cable for network connectivity.

5. A/B: Connect RS485 cables (for PTZ cameras).

6. USB Port: Connect a USB mouse (included) or a USB flash drive (not included).

7. DC 12V: Connect the included power adapter.

8. ON/OFF Switch: Turns the DVR on/off.

9. VGA: Connect a VGA monitor (not included).

STEP 1: Connect cameras

Test cameras locally before permanent mounting. Connect the camera cable’s BNC connector to the DVR’s BNC port, push and twist clockwise.

Note: Connect cameras to a nearby power adapter for this testing step. Leave cameras connected until the Setup Wizard prompts for permanent installation.

STEP 2: Connect router

Connect the recorder to your router using the included Ethernet cable.

Note: A high-speed Internet connection (Min. upload 5Mbps for 4K, 3.5Mbps for lower resolutions) is needed for firmware updates and remote viewing. Other features work without Internet.

STEP 3: Connect mouse

Connect the included USB mouse to a USB port on the recorder.

STEP 4: Connect monitor

Connect the recorder to a monitor using the included HDMI cable (up to 4K) OR a VGA cable (not included, up to 1080p).

Caution: The system matches the monitor’s resolution on first use. If switching monitors, set the recorder output resolution to one supported by the new monitor BEFORE switching.

STEP 5: Connect power

Connect the included power adapter to the recorder and a nearby outlet. Turn the recorder on using the back panel power switch.

STEP 6: Lorex Setup Wizard

When first powered on, the Lorex Setup Wizard starts. Follow it to configure core settings and cameras. Create a secure password and record it.

STEP 7: Upgrade Firmware (If Available)

If an upgrade is available at startup, a notification appears. Click OK.

Enter the system user name (default: admin) and your password, click OK.

Wait for the update to complete; the system will restart.

Caution: DO NOT POWER OFF or disconnect power during firmware installation. Internet connection is required for automatic upgrades.

Perform one of the following actions:

From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Info.

OR

Press the front panel Info/Panic button once (do not press and hold, as holding activates deterrence features).

The System Information window will display the model number, serial number, device ID (scan the QR code for mobile setup), firmware version, IP address, etc.

Test cameras before permanent installation.

Plan wiring routes away from power/telephone lines and secure cabling.

Point cameras where there are minimal obstructions (e.g., tree branches).

Mount cameras away from direct/intense sunlight.

Mount cameras in visible but out-of-reach areas.

Avoid pointing cameras through glass windows (IR LEDs may reflect).

Adjust the angle to cover high-traffic areas.

Use multiple cameras in high-risk locations for redundancy.

For outdoor-rated cameras, sheltered installation is recommended to keep the lens clear.

Choose a location where objects of interest will be no further than 50ft (~15m) from the camera.

Angle the camera so objects of interest appear in the bottom 2/3 of the camera image.

Angle the camera between 30-60° down from the level position.

Install the camera between 8-16ft (2.5-5m) off the ground.

Note: Accuracy depends on distance, object size, height, and camera angle. Night vision also affects accuracy. Counter/table top mounting is not recommended for Person/Vehicle detection accuracy.

1. Mount the cameras to the desired surface according to the camera-specific instructions (refer to lorex.com). Choose a firm surface that can support the camera’s weight. Use included drywall anchors if mounting on drywall.

2. Adjust the camera stand for a satisfactory view. Configure the stand based on the mounting surface (e.g., Wall Mount, Ceiling Mount).

Note: Use a single stretch of cable between recorder and camera; do not connect multiple extension cables together. Check lorex.com for cable options and maximum lengths.

1. Connect the male power connector on the BNC extension cable to the female power connector on the camera. Connect the BNC connector to the camera.

2. Connect the female power connector on the BNC extension cable to the power adapter.

3. Connect the BNC connector to one of the Video Input ports on the rear panel of the recorder.

4. Plug the camera power adapter into a power outlet.

Connect the included mouse to a USB port (front or rear).

Left-button:

In split-screen live view, click a channel to view full-screen. Click again to return.

While navigating menus, click to open a menu option.

Right-button:

During live view, right-click anywhere to open the Quick Menu.

Within system menus, right-click to exit menus.

Scroll wheel:

In live view, use the scroll wheel to zoom in/out.

Hover the mouse pointer near the bottom of the Live View screen to show the Navigation Bar.

Functions:

1. Main Menu: Access main system settings.

2. Viewing Modes: Select the number of channels shown.

3. Previous / Next Channel(s): Change channels in single/quad view.

4. Sequence Mode: Start/stop automatic cycling through channels.

5. Playback: Open the Playback Menu to search recordings.

6. Information: Display system info (model, ID, IP address).

7. Network: View/configure network options.

8. Hard Drive Manager: Configure/format hard drives.

9. Updates: Check for firmware updates (requires Internet).

10. Warning Light & Siren (Deterrence Cameras Only): Activate/deactivate lights and sirens for all connected deterrence cameras.

11. System Date & Time

12. Lock Navigation Bar: Click the pin icon to keep the bar always visible or hide it until hovered over.

Right-click anywhere on the Live View screen to open the Quick Menu.

Functions:

Main Menu: Access main system settings.

Playback: Open Playback Menu.

Pan/Tilt/Zoom: Control PTZ cameras.

Viewing Modes: Select the number of channels shown.

Previous / Next Channel(s): Change displayed channels.

Info: Display system info.

Sequence: Start/stop Sequence Mode.

Disable Beep: Temporarily disable the current audible warning.

Manual Record: Select manual recording/snapshot options.

Image Settings: Configure camera image settings (brightness, contrast, etc.).

Hover the mouse near the top of a specific channel in Live View to reveal its Camera Toolbar.

Functions:

1. Instant Playback: Plays back recent video (default last 5 minutes).

2. Digital Zoom: Click to enable. Click-and-drag to zoom. Right-click to return. Click icon again to disable.

3. Real-time Backup: Click to start recording channel to USB drive. Click again to stop and save.

4. Snapshot: Save snapshot to USB drive.

5. Mute/Unmute: Mute/unmute listen-in audio.

6. Warning Light (Deterrence Cameras Only): Manually turn on warning light for 10 seconds.

7. Siren (Deterrence Cameras Only): Manually turn on siren for 10 seconds.

Full Keypad (Alphanumeric):

Click on a field requiring alphanumeric input (e.g., username, password).

The Full Keypad opens.

Click characters to input text.

Click Shift to switch case.

Right-click to close the keypad.

Number Keypad (Numeric):

Click on a field requiring numeric input (e.g., date, time).

The Number Keypad opens.

Click numbers to input.

Right-click to close the keypad.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA > RECORDING tab > Recording top panel.

3. Select the channel to configure.

4. Configure settings for Main Stream and Sub Stream:

Super Codec (Main Stream only): Enable/disable to help reduce system requirements and maximize storage (may impact unimportant recordings).

Video (Sub Stream only): Enable/disable Substream video. (Disabling prevents remote viewing).

Type (Main Stream): Select recording quality settings for Continuous, MD (Motion Detect), or Alarm recording types.

Resolution: Select recording resolution. Higher resolution = more detail, more storage/bandwidth.

Frame Rate (FPS): Select frames per second. Higher FPS = smoother video, more storage/bandwidth.

Bit Rate Type: Choose CBR (Constant Bit Rate) or VBR (Variable Bit Rate). If VBR, select Quality (1-6).

Bit Rate (Kbps): Select the bit rate. Higher bit rate = better quality, more storage/bandwidth.

5. Click Apply.

6. (Optional) Click Copy to apply settings to other channels.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE > SCHEDULE tab > Record top panel.

3. Under Channel, select the channel or All.

4. Configure the schedule:

Check Continuous, MD (Motion Detection), or Alarm to select the recording type.

Click-and-drag on the grid for each day to set the schedule (each block is one hour).

Click the icon next to days to link schedules for quick changes.

Click the pencil icon for fine adjustments (exact start/end times).

Click the eraser icon to disable all recording of the selected type for that day.

5. Click Apply.

6. (Optional) Click Copy to apply settings to other channels.

1. From Live View, right-click > Manual Record.

2. Under Main Stream, select for each channel:

Auto: Follows the recording schedule.

Manual: Records continuously while checked.

Stop: Does not record Main Stream (not recommended).

3. Under Sub Stream, select for each channel:

Auto: Follows the recording schedule.

Manual: Records continuously while checked.

Stop: Does not record Sub Stream (not recommended).

4. Under Snapshot, select Enable or Disable for snapshot recording.

5. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE > BASIC tab.

3. Ensure HDD Full is set to Overwrite (default, recommended). This overwrites the oldest recordings when the drive is full.

Note: Select Stop Record if you want recording to stop when the hard drive is full.

4. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Playback.

2. Use the calendar on the right to select the playback day.

3. Check the channels to play back. Click the M (Main Stream) or S (Sub Stream) icons next to each channel to choose video quality.

4. Click inside the video bar at the bottom to select the playback time. Playback starts automatically.

1. Select Playback Device: Choose between HDD (hard drive) or USB drive.

2. Calendar: Select playback date.

3. Channel Selection: Select channels and video quality (Main/Sub Stream).

4. Viewing Modes:

Bookmark List: Show bookmarked recordings for a single channel.

File List: Show all recordings for selected date/channel(s).

Fullscreen: Show video in fullscreen (Right-click to exit).

5. Zoom Playback Bar: Change the time scale of the playback bar (24hr, 2hr, 1hr, 30min).

6. Recording Type Filters: Show/hide Continuous, Motion, Alarm recordings on the bar.

7. Playback Bar: Click to select playback time.

8. Playback Controls:

Play / Pause

Stop

Play Backwards

Previous Frame (when paused)

Next Frame (when paused)

Slow Playback (Up to 16x slower)

Fast Playback (Up to 16x faster)

Volume / Mute (Hover to reveal volume bar; requires audio-enabled camera, HDMI monitor with speakers or external speaker)

Digital Zoom (Click to enable, click-drag to zoom, right-click to reset)

Smart Search (Select area to search for motion)

Person/Vehicle Filter (Hover to reveal checkbox, filter recordings for detection events – Max 4 channels supported)

Snapshot (Save image to USB)

Add Bookmark

Video Clip (Backup custom clip to USB)

1. Connect the USB drive with video files (.dav format recommended) to a USB port.

2. From Live View, right-click > Playback.

3. Click the dropdown menu next to the device selection (default “From HDD”) and select “From IO Device”.

4. Click Browse to navigate to the video file on the USB drive.

5. Double-click the desired video file from the list to start playback.

1. From Live View, right-click > Playback.

2. Use the calendar to select the day.

3. Check a single channel and choose video quality (M or S).

4. Click inside the video bar to select a starting time.

5. Click the Smart Search icon (looks like a grid with a magnifying glass) in the playback controls.

6. The camera image appears with a grid overlay. Click or click-and-drag to select/deselect areas (blue squares) where you want to search for motion.

7. Click the Smart Search icon again to start searching. The playback bar will show only recordings with motion in the selected area(s).

1. Connect a USB drive to a free USB port.

2. From Live View, right-click > Playback.

3. Select the date and channel(s).

4. Click on the playback bar to navigate to the start time of the desired clip.

5. Click the “Video Clip” icon (scissors) in the playback controls to mark the beginning of the clip.

6. Let the video play or click further along the playback bar to the end time of the desired clip.

7. Click the “Video Clip” icon (scissors) again to mark the end of the clip.

8. Click the Backup icon (floppy disk/save icon) that appears after marking the clip.

9. In the BACKUP menu, select the File Format (DAV, AVI, MP4) for the clip.

10. Click Backup.

Caution: Formatting permanently erases all data on the USB drive.

Prerequisite: Connect the USB flash drive to a free USB port.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click BACKUP.

3. Click Format next to the detected USB Device Name.

4. Select a format mode:

FAT32: Recommended for greatest compatibility.

NTFS: Advanced users only; for drives larger than 32GB where file sizes exceed 4GB.

5. Click OK.

Prerequisite: Format the USB drive first if it’s new.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click BACKUP.

3. Configure search criteria:

Device Name: Select the target USB drive.

Path: Click Browse to select a folder on the USB drive (optional).

Record CH: Select channel(s) to search (or All).

Type: Select recording type(s) to search (or All).

Start Time / End Time: Select the search time range.

File Format: Select DAV (recommended for playback with Lorex Player).

4. Click Add. Matching files appear in the list below.

5. Check the boxes next to the files you want to back up.

6. Click Backup.

1. Download and install the Lorex Player for PC from the recorder’s product page at lorex.com.

2. Launch the Lorex Player application.

3. Double-click one of the video files listed on the left panel (if automatically detected) OR click the “Add Files” button (folder icon) to browse and open saved .dav files.

4. Use the Lorex Player controls for playback.

1. Download the Lorex Player for Mac from the recorder’s product page at lorex.com.

2. Double-click the downloaded file in Safari to extract the Lorex Player app file.

3. Drag the Lorex Player app to your Desktop or Applications folder.

4. Double-click the Lorex Player app to open it.

5. Double-click one of the video files listed on the left panel (if automatically detected) OR click the “Add Files” button (folder icon) to browse and open saved .dav files.

6. Use the Lorex Player controls for playback.

1. File List: Double-click a file to open.

2. Viewing Mode: Select single or split-screen views.

3. Hide/Show File List: Toggle the file list panel.

4. Playback Controls:

Sequence Playback

Synchronize Playback

Play/Pause

Stop

Previous Frame

Next Frame

Playback Speed Control

Volume Control

5. Zoom Timeline: Adjust the timeline scale.

6. Display Area: Double-click to expand video. Controls within display area:

View File Information

Start/Stop Manual Recording

Take Snapshot

Close Video File

7. Add Files: Open backed up video files.

8. Export Files: Export video to a different format.

9. Digital Zoom: Zoom into the video image.

10. Drag: Move around a digitally zoomed image.

11. Fullscreen: Enter/exit fullscreen mode (ESC to exit).

12. Settings: Configure default formats, save locations, aspect ratio.

Note: Max 4 channels support Person/Vehicle detection simultaneously (default Ch 1-4).

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM > MOTION tab > Motion Detect top panel.

3. Select the channel to configure.

4. Click the toggle to enable motion detection for the channel.

5. Click Setup next to Area:

A red grid overlay appears (entire image active).

Click or click-drag to remove/add areas from detection (green = inactive).

Hover near the top to select Zone Name (up to 3 zones) and set Sensitivity/Threshold per zone.

Right-click when finished.

6. Click Setup next to Schedule:

Click or click-drag on yellow timelines to set the active schedule (15-min segments).

Click the link icon to link days.

Click Modify for exact start/end times.

Click OK when finished.

7. Choose system reactions:

Show Message: On-screen pop-up.

Send Email: Enable email alerts (requires setup).

Record Channel: Select channels to record; set Post_REC duration.

PTZ Activation: Trigger PTZ actions (tour, preset).

Sequence: Start sequence mode.

Snapshot: Save snapshot.

Buzzer: Enable system buzzer.

8. Click Smart Motion Detection to enable Person/Vehicle detection:

Click Enable.

Set Sensitivity level.

Check Person and/or Vehicle.

Click OK.

Note: Refer to camera installation notes for optimal Person/Vehicle detection setup.

9. Click Apply.

10. (Optional) Click Copy to apply settings to other channels.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM > SMART SEARCH tab > SMD top panel.

3. Select the Channel to search (or All).

4. Select the Start Time and End Time for your search.

5. Click Search. Matching events appear below.

6. Click the Play icon in the Playback column to view an event. To back up events, check the desired events and click Export.

Prerequisite: Connect compatible Lorex deterrence cameras.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM > MOTION tab > Deterrence top panel.

3. Select the channel of the deterrence camera.

4. Check Enable.

5. Click Setup next to Warning Light:

Set Duration (how long the light stays on).

Select Warning Light (solid) or Strobe (flashing).

If Strobe, select Strobe Frequency (Low, Medium, High).

Click Apply.

6. Click Setup next to Area:

A grid overlay appears. Click or click-drag to select the active area (green) for triggering the light.

Right-click when finished.

7. Click Setup next to Schedule:

Configure the weekly schedule for when automatic deterrence is active (default is night, 5pm-7am).

Click OK.

8. Click Apply on the main Deterrence screen.

For a single camera:

Hover the mouse pointer near the top of the camera image in Live View to reveal the Camera Toolbar.

Click the light bulb icon to activate the warning light for 10 seconds.

Click the speaker/siren icon to activate the siren for 10 seconds.

OR use the Lorex Home mobile app.

For all connected deterrence cameras simultaneously:

Push and hold the front panel panic button on the recorder for 3 seconds.

OR

From the Live View display, hover near the bottom to show the Navigation Bar, then click the Warning Light & Siren icon.

1. Log in to the DVR.

2. Right-click > Main Menu.

3. Click ACCOUNT > USER tab.

4. Select the user you want to modify (e.g., admin).

5. Click the Modify icon (pencil).

6. Check the Modify Password box.

7. Enter the Old Password.

8. Enter the New Password.

9. Confirm the New Password.

10. Click OK.

1. Log in as admin.

2. Right-click > Main Menu.

3. Click ACCOUNT > USER tab.

4. Click Add User.

5. Enter a User Name.

6. Enter a Password.

7. Confirm the Password.

8. Select the Group the user belongs to (determines permissions).

9. Enter a Memo (optional).

10. Configure Authorize Replay (channels the user can play back) and Authorize Live (channels the user can view live) if needed.

11. Click OK.

1. Log in as admin.

2. Right-click > Main Menu.

3. Click ACCOUNT > USER tab.

4. Select the user to modify.

5. Click the Modify icon (pencil).

6. Make changes to Group, Memo, Authorizations, or check Modify Password to change the password.

7. Click OK.

1. Log in as admin.

2. Right-click > Main Menu.

3. Click ACCOUNT > USER tab.

4. Select the user to delete.

5. Click the Delete icon (trash can).

6. Click OK to confirm.

1. Log in as admin.

2. Right-click > Main Menu.

3. Click ACCOUNT > GROUP tab.

4. Click Add Group.

5. Enter a Group Name.

6. Enter a Memo (optional).

7. Configure the permissions for this group by checking/unchecking options under System Authority, File Manage, Config Authority, and Maintenance Authority.

8. Click OK.

1. Log in as admin.

2. Right-click > Main Menu.

3. Click ACCOUNT > GROUP tab.

4. Select the group to modify.

5. Click the Modify icon (pencil).

6. Make changes to the Group Name, Memo, or permissions.

7. Click OK.

1. Log in as admin.

2. Right-click > Main Menu.

3. Click ACCOUNT > GROUP tab.

4. Select the group to delete.

5. Click the Delete icon (trash can).

6. Click OK to confirm. (Note: Groups cannot be deleted if users are assigned to them).

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM > ALARM INFO tab > Alarm Info top panel.

3. Select the Channel (or All).

4. Select the Type of alarm event (or All).

5. Select the Start Time and End Time.

6. Click Search.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM > ALARM INFO tab > Video Loss top panel.

3. Select the Channel.

4. Check Enable.

5. Configure the Schedule for when video loss detection is active.

6. Choose system reactions (Show Message, Send Email, Record Channel, PTZ Activation, Sequence, Snapshot, Buzzer).

7. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM > ALARM INFO tab > Warning top panel.

3. Select the Event Type (e.g., No Disk, Disk Error, Disk Full, Net Disconnect, IP Conflict).

4. Choose system reactions (Show Message, Send Email, Buzzer).

5. Click Apply.

Caution: Ensure the selected resolution is supported by your monitor.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY > OUTPUT tab.

3. Select the desired Resolution from the dropdown list.

4. Click Apply. The system may ask for confirmation.

Prerequisites: Connect an audio-capable camera or external microphone. Use an HDMI monitor with speakers or connect an external speaker to Audio OUT.

Enable Audio Recording:

1. Go to Main Menu > CAMERA > RECORDING > Audio Setting.

2. Select the channel.

3. Check Enable for both Main Stream and Sub Stream.

4. Select Audio Source (Local for external mic, HDCVI for camera audio).

5. Click Apply.

Listen Live:

1. In Live View, hover over the channel with audio.

2. Click the Mute/Unmute icon on the Camera Toolbar.

Listen During Playback:

1. In Playback mode, view the audio-enabled channel in single view.

2. Use the Volume/Mute control in the playback controls.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY > DISPLAY tab.

3. Adjust the Menu Transparency slider (0 = Opaque, 128 = Fully Transparent).

4. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY > DISPLAY tab.

3. Configure settings like:

Channel Title: Show/hide channel names.

Time Display: Show/hide time.

Record Status: Show/hide recording indicators (C/M).

Network Status: Show/hide network icon.

Mouse Pointer Speed: Adjust sensitivity.

Live Mode: Choose Realtime or Balance.

Tour Interval: Set dwell time for Sequence Mode.

4. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY > DISPLAY tab.

3. Under Live Configure, click the settings icon next to the split-screen view you want to customize (e.g., 4-channel, 8-channel).

4. Click and drag channel numbers from the list on the right into the desired positions in the layout grid on the left.

5. Click OK.

6. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY > DISPLAY tab.

3. Check Enable next to Sequence Mode.

4. Select the desired View Mode (e.g., single channel, 4 channels).

5. Configure which channels or split-screen views are included in the sequence by clicking the settings icon and selecting items.

6. Set the Tour Interval (dwell time per screen) under General Display Settings.

7. Click Apply.

Note: Sequence Mode can also be started/stopped from the Quick Menu or Navigation Bar.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA > IMAGE tab > Image top panel.

3. Select the Channel.

4. Adjust sliders for Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Hue, Sharpness, etc.

5. Configure other settings like Gamma, 2DNR/3DNR (Noise Reduction), Mirror, Flip as needed.

6. Click Apply.

7. (Optional) Click Copy to apply settings to other channels.

1. Enable snapshot recording via Main Menu > Manual Record > Snapshot section.

2. Configure snapshot settings: Main Menu > CAMERA > IMAGE tab > Snapshot top panel.

3. Select Channel.

4. Set Image Size (resolution).

5. Choose Snapshot Mode (Manual or Schedule).

6. If Schedule, set the Interval.

7. Click Apply.

8. Configure the snapshot schedule: Main Menu > STORAGE > SCHEDULE > Snapshot.

9. Select Channel, click-drag on the grid to set the schedule, click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA > OVERLAY tab.

3. Select the Channel.

4. Check/uncheck Time Title and Channel Title to enable/disable them.

5. Click and drag the Time Title and Channel Title boxes within the preview area to reposition them.

6. Edit the text in the Channel Title field if desired.

7. Click Apply.

8. (Optional) Click Copy to apply settings to other channels.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA > OVERLAY tab > Privacy Mask top panel.

3. Select the Channel.

4. Check Enable.

5. Click and drag on the preview image to draw black boxes over areas you want to mask from viewing and recording (up to 4 areas).

6. Right-click on a mask to remove it.

7. Click Apply.

If using non-HDCVI cameras that support multiple formats (e.g., TVI, AHD, CVBS):

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA > CONTROL tab > Cable Type top panel.

3. Select the Channel the camera is connected to.

4. Select the appropriate Cable Type (e.g., HDTVI, AHD, CVBS) from the dropdown.

5. Click Apply.

Prerequisite: Obtain the camera firmware file (.bin) and save it to a USB flash drive.

1. Insert the USB drive into the recorder.

2. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

3. Click CAMERA > CONTROL tab > CVI Upgrade top panel.

4. Click Browse next to File Path to locate the firmware file on the USB drive.

5. Select the firmware file and click OK.

6. Select the Channel(s) corresponding to the cameras you want to upgrade.

7. Click CVI Upgrade.

8. Wait for the upgrade process to complete.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click NETWORK > TCP/IP tab.

3. Click the Modify icon (pencil).

4. Select Mode:

DHCP: To automatically obtain an IP address from the router (recommended for simple setup).

Static: To manually assign an IP address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway, and DNS servers.

5. If Static, enter the required network information.

6. Click OK.

7. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click NETWORK > CONNECTION tab.

3. Note or modify the TCP Port (default: 35000), UDP Port (default: 35000), and HTTP Port (default: 80).

Note: These ports may need to be forwarded in your router for certain remote connection methods. Port 80 is commonly used; change if necessary to avoid conflicts.

4. Click Apply if changes are made.

Prerequisite: Set up email alerts for specific events (e.g., motion detection, video loss).

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click NETWORK > EMAIL tab.

3. Check Enable.

4. Enter email server settings:

SMTP Server: Your email provider’s SMTP address (e.g., smtp.gmail.com).

Port: SMTP port (e.g., 465 for Gmail SSL).

User Name: Your full email address.

Password: Your email account password (or app-specific password if required by provider).

SSL/TLS: Check if required by provider.

Sender: Your email address.

Receiver: Email address(es) to receive alerts (up to 3).

Title: Subject line for alert emails.

Interval: Minimum time between emails.

Attachment: Check to include snapshot with email.

5. Click Email Test to verify settings.

6. Click Apply.

P2P is typically enabled by default for easy connection with Lorex mobile apps.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click NETWORK > P2P tab.

3. Ensure Enable is checked.

4. The Status should show Online if the recorder is successfully connected to the internet for P2P service.

5. The Device ID QR code is also displayed here for scanning during mobile app setup.

6. Click Apply if changes were made.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM > GENERAL tab.

3. Configure settings like:

System Type: NTSC/PAL (usually NTSC for North America).

Device No.: Assign a number to the DVR.

Language: Select display language.

Video Standard: Auto/PAL/NTSC.

Logout After: Set auto-logout inactivity period.

Mouse Sensitivity: Adjust speed.

Device Name: Assign a name to the DVR.

Instant Playback Length: Set duration for toolbar instant playback.

4. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM > GENERAL tab > Date&Time top panel.

3. Set the System Time manually or enable NTP (Network Time Protocol) to sync automatically with an internet time server.

4. If using NTP, select the Time Zone and click Update Now.

5. Configure Date Format, Time Format, and DST (Daylight Saving Time) settings as needed.

6. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM > GENERAL tab > Holiday top panel.

3. Check Enable.

4. Click Add Holiday.

5. Select the Holiday Name (optional).

6. Select the Start Date and End Date for the holiday period.

7. Click OK.

8. Repeat to add more holidays.

9. Configure the specific recording schedule for holidays under Main Menu > STORAGE > SCHEDULE > Record (select Holiday from the day list).

10. Click Apply on the Holiday screen.

The IP Filter allows or denies access based on IP address.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM > GENERAL tab > IP Filter top panel.

3. Check Enable.

4. Select Mode:

Trusted IP Mode: Only allows connections from listed IPs.

Blocked IP Mode: Denies connections from listed IPs.

5. Click Add IP.

6. Enter the IP Address to trust or block.

7. Click OK.

8. Repeat to add more IPs.

9. Click Apply.

Prerequisite: Insert a USB flash drive.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM > MAINTAIN tab > Default top panel.

3. Click Backup.

4. Select the USB drive and optionally specify a file name/path.

5. Click Start.

Prerequisite: Insert the USB flash drive containing the saved settings file.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM > MAINTAIN tab > Default top panel.

3. Click Import.

4. Select the settings file from the USB drive.

5. Click Start. The system may reboot after importing.

Caution: This will reset configurations. Recorded data is usually not affected, but backup important settings first if needed.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM > MAINTAIN tab > Default top panel.

3. Select the items you want to restore to default (or Select All).

4. Click Factory Default.

5. Click OK to confirm. The system will likely reboot.

Prerequisite: Download the firmware file (.bin) to a USB flash drive.

1. Insert the USB drive.

2. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

3. Click SYSTEM > MAINTAIN tab > Upgrade top panel.

4. Click Browse next to File Path.

5. Select the firmware file on the USB drive and click OK.

6. Click Upgrade.

7. Confirm the upgrade. Do not power off during the process. The system will reboot.

Prerequisite: Connect the DVR to the internet.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM > MAINTAIN tab > Auto Upgrade top panel.

3. Check Enable Auto Upgrade.

4. Click Check Version to manually check for updates.

5. If an update is found automatically or via manual check, follow the on-screen prompts to install it.

6. Click Apply.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE > BASIC tab.

3. Under Pack Mode, set the Time Length (in minutes, e.g., 30 or 60) for each recorded video file segment.

4. Click Apply.

Pre-recording includes video from shortly before a motion or alarm event starts.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE > SCHEDULE tab > Record top panel.

3. Select the PreRecord duration (in seconds) from the dropdown menu at the top.

4. Click Apply.

Caution: Formatting erases all recorded data on the hard drive.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE > HDD MANAGE tab.

3. Select the hard drive (HDD) you want to format.

4. Click Format.

5. Click OK to confirm.

6. Wait for the formatting process to complete.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE > HDD MANAGE tab.

3. Select the hard drive.

4. Click Set.

5. Choose the Property:

Read/Write: Normal operation for recording.

Read Only: Prevents new recordings, only allows playback.

6. Click OK.

7. Click Apply.

This tool estimates recording time based on settings.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE > REC ESTIMATE tab.

3. Select a Channel.

4. Adjust parameters like Resolution, Frame Rate, Bit Rate.

5. The Estimated Record Time based on the available HDD Capacity and selected parameters will be displayed.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION > SYSTEM tab > Version top panel.

3. View details like Firmware Version, Build Date, Serial Number, etc.

Alternatively, use the Quick Menu > Info option or press the front panel Info button.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION > SYSTEM tab > Log top panel.

3. Select the Start Time and End Time.

4. Select the Type of log event (or All).

5. Click Search. Log entries will appear.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION > EVENT tab.

3. View the status for Record, Motion, Sensor Alarm, Video Loss, etc., indicated by icons for each channel.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION > HDD tab.

3. View details like HDD Number, Port, Status, Total Capacity, Free Space, Type (Read/Write).

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION > NETWORK tab > Online User top panel.

3. The list shows users currently logged into the system, their IP address, and login time.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION > NETWORK tab > Test top panel.

3. Enter an IP Address or Web Address you want to test connectivity to.

4. Click Network Test. The results (e.g., Ping successful/failed) will be displayed.

1. From Live View, right-click > Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION > NETWORK tab > BPS top panel.

3. View real-time network transmit (TX) and receive (RX) rates in Kbps.

Many configuration screens (e.g., Recording Quality, Motion Detection, Image Settings) have a ‘Copy’ button.

1. Configure the settings for one channel as desired.

2. Click the Copy button on that screen.

3. A window appears listing other channels.

4. Check the boxes for the channels you want to copy the current settings TO.

5. Click OK.

6. Click Apply on the original configuration screen.

1. Connect the video (BNC) cable from the PTZ camera to a video input on the DVR.

2. Connect the RS485 wires (+/-) from the PTZ camera to the A/B terminals on the DVR back panel (A to +, B to -).

3. Connect power to the PTZ camera.

4. Configure PTZ settings: Right-click > Main Menu > CAMERA > CONTROL > PTZ top panel.

5. Select the Channel the PTZ camera is connected to.

6. Set the Protocol (usually Pelco D or Pelco P, check camera specs).

7. Set the Address (must match the camera’s address).

8. Set the Baud Rate (must match the camera’s baud rate).

9. Click Apply.

1. In Live View, view the PTZ camera channel in full screen.

2. Right-click > Pan/Tilt/Zoom.

3. Use the on-screen controls:

Directional Arrows: Pan (left/right) and Tilt (up/down).

Zoom (+/-): Zoom in or out.

Focus (+/-): Adjust focus manually (if applicable).

Iris (+/-): Adjust iris manually (if applicable).

Speed: Adjust PTZ movement speed.

Step: Select movement mode (Continuous or Step).

1. Access the PTZ control menu (Right-click > Pan/Tilt/Zoom).

2. Click the downward arrow icon to expand the advanced menu.

3. Select the function (Preset, Tour, Pattern, Scan).

Presets:

Move camera to desired position.

Enter preset number.

Click Set.

To go to a preset, enter number and click Go To.

Tours:

Select Tour number.

Click Set to configure the tour (add presets, set dwell time/speed).

Click Start to run the tour.

Patterns:

Select Pattern number.

Click Start Rec to begin recording movements.

Move the camera (pan/tilt/zoom).

Click Stop Rec to finish.

Click Start to run the pattern.

AutoScan:

Click Set to define scan boundaries (left/right limits).

Click Start to initiate continuous panning between limits.

External Microphone:

1. Connect the microphone to the AUDIO IN port on the DVR back panel.

2. Enable audio recording for the desired channel(s) (Main Menu > CAMERA > RECORDING > Audio Setting > Select Channel > Enable > Audio Source: Local > Apply).

Note: Audio IN supports single-channel input.

External Speaker:

1. Connect the speaker (powered, if necessary) to the AUDIO OUT port on the DVR back panel.

2. This allows you to hear audio during live view/playback or for two-way talk features (if supported by camera and app).

Caution: Turn off power and unplug the DVR before opening the case. Handle the hard drive carefully. Anti-static precautions are recommended.

1. Turn off the DVR using the power switch and unplug the power adapter.

2. Remove the screws securing the cover of the DVR.

3. Gently remove the cover.

4. Locate the hard drive inside the DVR chassis.

5. Carefully disconnect the SATA power and data cables from the hard drive.

6. Unscrew the screws securing the hard drive to the DVR chassis from the underside or sides.

7. Lift the hard drive out of the chassis.

Use only surveillance-grade hard drives. Compatibility is not guaranteed for non-surveillance drives.

1. Ensure the DVR is powered off and unplugged.

2. Place the new hard drive in the mounting position within the DVR chassis.

3. Align the screw holes on the hard drive with the holes in the chassis.

4. Secure the hard drive using the appropriate screws.

5. Connect the SATA power and data cables firmly to the hard drive ports and the corresponding ports on the DVR’s main board.

6. Replace the DVR cover and secure it with screws.

7. Reconnect the power adapter and turn the DVR on.

8. Format the new hard drive: Go to Main Menu > STORAGE > HDD MANAGE > Select Drive > Format > OK.

Make sure that the system is OFF and the power adapter is disconnected before removing/installing a hard drive.

1. Insert the 2 hard drive screws closest to the SATA and power ports on the hard drive and tighten them half way.

2. Power off the system, and unplug all cabling from the system.

3. Turn the recorder over. Remove the bottom panel screws (6x).

Turn the recorder over carefully, then remove the top panel.

The wiring to the front panel button and USB port runs along the top panel of the recorder. When separating the top panel, rest it carefully beside the bottom panel.

Line the 2 half-inserted hard drive screws with the 2 holes shown.

Carefully pick up the bottom panel with the hard drive, being mindful of the sharp edges of the bottom panel. Slide the 2 pre-inserted screws into the locked position, then tighten the screws. Insert and tighten the 2 remaining hard drive screws.

Connect the power and SATA cables to the hard drive.

Replace the top panel and the 6 bottom panel screws.

The primary connectivity option for the recorder uses the Lorex Home app to connect to your system over the Internet without the need for port forwarding or DDNS registration.

If you are using DDNS, you must port forward the HTTP and Client Ports (default: 80 and 35000) on your router to your recorder’s IP address before you can remotely connect to your system.

Manually port forward the required ports on your router to your recorder’s IP address by following your router manufacturer’s instructions. For more information on port forwarding, see the reference guides on lorex.com.

1. Visit lorex.com and click Login at the top of the page.

2. Select Create an Account.

3. Enter your basic information (First Name, Last Name, Email, Password).

4. Optionally, check the box for email updates and click Create an Account.

1. From your Lorex account, click the WARRANTIES tab.

2. Click Activate Warranty.

3. Enter your product information (Model Number, Serial Number, Purchase Date, Place of Purchase). Attaching the bill of sale is optional (Upload Bill of Sale).

4. Click Save Warranty.

Once submitted, your warranty information will be summarized under My Warranties.

1. From your Lorex account, click the DDNS tab.

2. Click Set up a New DDNS.

3. Select your recorder warranty from the dropdown next to Warranty.

4. Enter the rest of your product information (Device Name, MAC Address, URL Request).

5. Click Add Device.

Once submitted, your DDNS account information will be summarized under My DDNS Devices. Make a note of your DDNS URL, Username and Password, as they will be needed to complete DDNS setup.

You need to select the associated product warranty, enter a Device Name (any name of your choice, e.g., “Store Security System”), provide the recorder’s MAC Address, and request a unique URL (e.g., tomsmithsecurity).

You can find your recorder’s MAC Address in the system information window on the recorder. From the Live View display, right-click and click Info, or click the info icon on the Navigation Bar.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click NETWORK, then click the DDNS tab.

3. Click the toggle to enable DDNS connectivity.

4. Configure the DDNS settings (Type, Domain Name, User ID, Password).

5. Click Apply.

Configure the following:

• DDNS Type: Select Lorex DDNS.

• Domain Name: Enter the first part of the DDNS domain that you requested during setup.

• User ID: Enter the username provided in the DDNS confirmation email.

• Password: Enter the password provided in the DDNS confirmation email.

Then click Apply.

Enter the full domain name into a web browser (e.g., http://www.tomsmithsecurity.lorexddns.net) and login using the provided credentials.

If your system uses an HTTP port other than 80, you will need to add a colon to the end of your DDNS domain name and enter the port number (e.g., http://www.tomsmithsecurity.lorexddns.net:81).

• admin: The administrator account has full access to the system, may configure all system settings, and can manage user accounts.

• user: User accounts are secondary accounts which can be assigned limited access to system settings and camera feeds.

If you forget the password to the system, contact technical support to have it reset.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ACCOUNT, then click the USER tab.

3. Click the edit icon next to the account you want to change the password for.

4. Configure the following:

• Modify Password: Click to enable password modification.

• Old Password: Enter the current password.

• New Password: Enter the new password you want to use for the system.

• Confirm Password: Re-enter the new password.

5. Click OK.

Passwords for the system must be a minimum of 8 characters, and must include at least 2 of the following character types: lowercase, uppercase, numeric, and special characters.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ACCOUNT, then click the USER tab.

3. Click Add User.

4. Configure the user settings.

5. Click OK.

Configure the following:

• User Name: Enter a name for the user account.

• Password: Enter a password for the user account. Enter the password again under Confirm Password.

• Memo: (Optional) Enter a description of the user account.

• Group: Select the group you would like to assign to this user account. A user account cannot be given permissions its group does not have.

• Multiuser: Check to enable this user account to be used to login from more than one device at the same time.

• Authority: Check the permissions you would like the user account to have. Under the System tab, select the menus the user account may access. Under the Playback tab, select which channels the user account may access recorded video from. Under the Covert tab, select the channels the user account may view live video from.

• User MAC: Not supported – leave blank.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ACCOUNT, then click the USER tab.

3. Click the edit icon next to the account you want to modify.

4. Update account details as needed, then click OK.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ACCOUNT, then click the USER tab.

3. Click the delete icon next to the account you want to delete.

4. Click OK.

• admin: Accounts in the admin group are system administrators. They have full access to the system, may configure all system settings, and can manage user accounts.

• user: Accounts in the user group are normal users. They have limited access to system menus.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ACCOUNT, then click the GROUP tab.

3. Click Add Group.

4. Configure the group settings.

5. Click OK.

Configure the following:

• Group Name: Enter a name for the group.

• Memo: (Optional) Enter a description of the group.

• Authority: Check the permissions you would like the user account to have. Under the System tab, select the menus the user account may access. Under the Playback tab, select which channels the user account may access recorded video from. Under the Covert tab, select the channels the user account may view live video from.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ACCOUNT, then click the GROUP tab.

3. Click the modify icon next to the group you want to modify.

4. Update group details as needed, then click OK.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ACCOUNT, then click the GROUP tab.

3. Click the delete icon next to the group you want to delete.

4. Click OK.

From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

OR

Click the menu icon on the Navigation Bar, then click Main Menu.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM, then click the ALARM INFO tab.

3. Select an event type to search for.

4. Enter a start and end time for your search.

5. Click Search.

The Event column is formatted to show <[Event Type]: [Channel Number]>. Click Details to see more information on the selected event. Motion events have more options: you can view the event by clicking the play icon in the Playback column, or back up the video clip to a USB flash drive by clicking Backup.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM. Click the MOTION tab on the side panel, then Video Loss on the top panel.

3. Select a channel to configure.

4. Click the toggle to enable/disable video loss events for the selected channel.

5. Click Setup next to Schedule to set a weekly schedule for video loss events.

6. Choose how the system will react when video loss occurs (Show Message, Record Channel, PTZ Activation, Sequence, Snapshot, Buzzer, Send Email).

7. Click Apply.

8. (OPTIONAL) Click Copy to apply the settings to other channels.

Click ‘Setup’ next to Schedule in the Video Loss menu to open the weekly schedule. By default, video loss events are enabled at all times.

• Click or click-and-drag along the each of the yellow timelines to quickly add or remove time from each day’s schedule in 15-minute segments.

• Click the link icon beside 2 or more days to link schedules. This allows you to quickly change multiple schedules at once.

• To make fine adjustments to a schedule, click Modify. This will allow you to set exact start and end times for a schedule.

Choose how the system will react:

• Show Message: Video loss error message will appear on the recorder’s display.

• Record Channel: Select the numbered tiles next to this option to record video from the corresponding channels. Set the length of recording following a video loss event in the Post_REC field.

• PTZ Activation: Set connected PTZ cameras to start a tour, pattern, or go to a preset location.

• Sequence: Sequence mode will begin. Select the numbered tiles next to this option to include the corresponding channels in the sequence.

• Snapshot: Select the numbered tiles next to this option to save a snapshot of the corresponding channels.

• Buzzer: The recorder will sound an audible alarm.

• Send Email: Send an email notification with details on the event (requires email configuration).

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM. Click the WARNING tab on the side panel, then HardDisk on the top panel.

3. Choose the event type (No Disk, Disk Error, Disk Full, All).

4. Click the toggle to enable/disable the selected event type.

5. Choose how the system will react (Show Message, Buzzer, Send Email).

6. Click Apply.

• No Disk: No hard drive detected.

• Disk Error: A hard drive error has been detected.

• Disk Full: The hard drive is full or almost full. Enter the percentage of disk space remaining that will trigger a warning next to Less Than. Disk Full warnings will not occur if hard drive overwrite is enabled.

• All: Configure warnings for all hard drive events.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click ALARM. Click the WARNING tab on the side panel, then Network on the top panel.

3. Choose the event type (Net Disconnection, IP Conflict, MAC Conflict, All).

4. Click the toggle to enable/disable the selected event type.

5. Choose how the system will react (Show Message, Record Channel [Net Disconnection only], Buzzer, Send Email).

6. Click Apply.

• Net Disconnection: The system has lost connection to the network.

• IP Conflict: More than one device on your network has the same IP address.

• MAC Conflict: More than one device on your network has the same MAC address.

• All: Configure warnings for all network events.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY, then click the DISPLAY tab.

3. Set the resolution to match the highest resolution supported by your monitor (e.g., 3840×2160 for 4K monitors, or 1920×1080 for 1080p).

4. Click Apply. The recorder will restart before changes take effect.

If you need to switch the monitor used with the system, make sure you set the recorder to an output resolution supported by the new monitor before switching.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY, then click the DISPLAY tab.

3. Check Live Audio.

4. Set the desired volume for live audio using the Live Audio Volume slider.

5. Click Apply.

Audio will only be heard if you are viewing an audio-enabled camera in single-channel view. You will also need an HDMI monitor with built-in speakers, or an external speaker connected to the recorder’s Audio Out port.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY, then click the DISPLAY tab.

3. Use the Transparency slider to set the desired transparency value. The transparency of the current menu will update instantly to show how other menus will be affected.

4. Click Apply.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY, then click the DISPLAY tab.

3. Check ‘Time Display’ to display system time during Live View.

4. Check ‘Channel Name’ to display channel names during Live View.

5. Check ‘Original Rate’ to display 4:3 resolutions (e.g., 5MP) in their original proportions.

6. Click Apply.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY, then click the VIEW tab.

3. Select the viewing mode you would like to configure (e.g., 4-channel split).

4. Use the numbered dropdown menus in each viewing window to choose the channel that will appear in each window.

5. Click Apply.

Yes, you can click-and-drag channels during Live View to change the display order.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click DISPLAY, then click the SEQUENCE tab.

3. Click the toggle to enable/disable Sequence mode.

4. Enter the Dwell time (in seconds) to remain on each channel or split screen.

5. Choose the Motion Sequence Type (split screen layout) for when sequence is triggered by motion detection (must be configured separately).

6. Select a viewing mode (View 1 to View 9) to configure.

7. Configure the order of channels shown on screen for each viewing mode. Uncheck channels / channel groups that you want to remove from the Sequence mode cycle.

8. Click Apply.

You can enable Sequence mode from Live View by clicking the sequence icon on the Navigation Bar, or by right-clicking to open the Quick Menu and clicking Sequence.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA, then click the IMAGE SETTINGS tab.

3. Select the channel you want to configure.

4. Select Cable Type: COAXIAL for cameras connected using BNC cabling, or UTP for balun installations.

5. Configure the color settings (Saturation, Brightness, Contrast, Chroma, Sharpness, Enhance, Noise Reduction) using the sliders.

6. Click Apply.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA. Click the RECORDING tab on the side panel, then Snapshot on the top panel.

3. Under Snap Number, select the number of snapshots the system will take when the snapshot button is pressed.

4. Configure the following settings for snapshots saved automatically from motion detection or the snapshot schedule:

• Channel: Select the channel you would like to configure.

• Mode: Select Timing for snapshots according to the schedule, or Trigger for snapshots only on motion detection (requires snapshot enabled in Motion Detect menu).

• Image Size: Select the resolution for snapshots.

• Image Quality: Select quality between 1 (lowest) and 6 (highest).

• Snapshot Frequency: Select the number of snapshots (up to 6) taken each time.

5. Click Apply.

6. (OPTIONAL) Click Copy to apply settings to other channels.

Select Timing for the system to take snapshots according to the snapshot schedule. Select Trigger for the system to take snapshots only when triggered by motion detection (snapshot must be enabled in the Motion Detect menu).

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA. Click the OVERLAY tab on the side panel, then Overlay on the top panel.

3. Select the channel you want to configure.

4. Click-and-drag the blue boxes on the camera image to adjust the location of the date/time and channel name.

5. Use the checkboxes to enable/disable ‘Time Display’ and ‘Channel Name’ overlays. If needed, use the text field next to ‘Channel Name’ to adjust the channel name.

6. Click Apply.

7. (OPTIONAL) Click Copy to apply the settings to other channels.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA. Click the OVERLAY tab on the side panel, then Privacy Masking on the top panel.

3. Select the channel you want to configure.

4. Configure the following settings:

• Preview: Check to set and preview privacy masks.

• 1-4: Click the numbered boxes to create a corresponding privacy mask on the camera image (up to 4 zones per channel).

• Record: Check to include privacy masks in video recordings. Leave unchecked if you would like privacy masks only to show during Live View.

5. Active privacy masks are shown on the camera image. Click-and-drag to move a privacy mask, or click-and-drag the edge of a privacy mask to resize it.

6. Click Apply.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA, then click the CABLE TYPE tab.

3. By default, all channels are set to AUTO to automatically detect the camera’s format. If experiencing issues with image clarity or performance, change the selection for the affected channel(s) to a specific HD standard (CVI, AHD, CVBS, TVI) as needed.

4. Click Apply.

Prerequisite: Connect a USB flash drive (not included) to the recorder with the .bin camera firmware file(s) preloaded.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA, then click the CVI UPGRADE tab.

3. Click Browse to search for the .bin firmware file on the USB flash drive.

4. Check the cameras you would like to upgrade using the selected firmware file.

5. Click Start Upgrade.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click NETWORK, then click the TCP/IP tab.

3. Configure the settings (IP Version, DHCP/Static IP, MTU).

4. Click Apply.

Configure the following:

• IP Version: Select IPv4 or IPv6.

• DHCP: Click to enable (recommended for automatic IP assignment) or disable DHCP. To assign a static IP address, disable DHCP and configure:

• IP Address: Enter the desired IP address. Make sure no other device uses it.

• Subnet Mask: Enter the subnet mask for your network.

• Default Gateway: Enter the gateway address for your network.

• Preferred DNS: Enter the address of your primary DNS server.

• Alternate DNS: Enter the address of your secondary DNS server.

• MTU: (Advanced users only) Enter the value for the network card.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click NETWORK, then click the CONNECTION tab.

3. Configure the port numbers as needed. Defaults are TCP Port (Client Port): 35000, UDP Port: 35001, HTTP Port: 80, RTSP Port: 554, HTTPS Port: 443.

4. Enable or disable HTTPS Enable.

5. Click Apply.

Note: Port forwarding is not required unless using DDNS for remote access. If using DDNS, the HTTP Port (default 80) and TCP Port (default 35000) need forwarding.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click NETWORK, then click the EMAIL tab.

3. Click the toggle to enable email alerts.

4. Configure the settings based on whether you use Lorex’s server or your own.

5. Click Test to send a test email.

6. Click Apply.

Note: To send motion detection alerts, you must also enable the Send Email option in the motion detection settings for each relevant camera.

• Mail Select: Select Lorex Mail.

• Receiver: Select Receiver1, Receiver2, or Receiver3. Enter the corresponding email address into the Email Address field below.

• Subject: Enter a subject line for email alerts.

• Attachment: Enable the toggle to include an image attachment (requires Snapshot option enabled for motion detection).

• Interval: Enter the interval in minutes between sending email alerts.

• Health Enable: Check to enable periodic health check emails to ensure the system is functioning normally.

• Interval: Enter the interval in minutes for sending health check emails.

• Mail Select: Select the mail server you want to use, or select Customize to use your own.

• SMTP Server: Enter the SMTP server address.

• Port: Enter the port used by the SMTP server.

• User Name: Enter the SMTP user name.

• Password: Enter the SMTP password.

• Email Schedule: Click Setup to configure a weekly schedule for sending email alerts.

• Receiver: Select Receiver1, Receiver2, or Receiver3. Enter the corresponding email address into the Email Address field below.

• Sender: Enter the sender’s email address.

• Subject: Enter a subject line for email alerts.

• Attachment: Enable the toggle to include an image attachment (requires Snapshot option enabled for motion detection).

• Encrypt Type: Select SSL or TLS if your server uses encryption. Select None if your server does not use encryption.

• Interval: Enter the interval in minutes between sending email alerts.

• Health Enable: Check to enable periodic health check emails.

• Interval: Enter the interval in minutes for sending health check emails.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click NETWORK, then click the P2P SETTING tab.

3. Click the toggle to enable or disable P2P connectivity.

4. Click Apply.

P2P connection is the primary method used for remote access to your security system using the Lorex Home app. If you disable P2P connectivity, you will only be able to access your system over the Internet using DDNS.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM. Click the GENERAL tab on the side panel, then General on the top panel.

3. Configure the miscellaneous settings.

4. Click Apply.

Configure the following:

• Device Type: Shows the model number of your system.

• Device No.: Select the remote control address of the system.

• Language: Set the system languages. Available options are English, French, and Spanish.

• Video Standard: Select NTSC (North America) or PAL (Europe).

• Instant Playback: Select the amount of time (in minutes) the system will go back when instant playback is activated in live view.

• Auto Logout: Select the idle time (in minutes) before the system will logout the current user.

• Navigation Bar: Check to enable the Navigation Bar that comes up when you left click in live view.

• Mouse Speed: Use the slider to adjust the mouse speed.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM, then click the DEFAULT tab.

3. Configure system time settings (System Time, System Zone, Date Format, Date Separator, Time Format).

4. Configure Daylight Savings Time (DST) settings if needed.

5. Configure Network Time Protocol (NTP) settings if needed.

6. Click Apply.

It is important to always ensure your system date and time are accurate. Inaccurate time stamps may render your footage unusable for court evidence.

• System Time: Set the current date and time.

• System Zone: Select your time zone.

• Date Format: Choose how the date and time appear.

• Date Separator: Choose the symbol that separates date from time.

• Time Format: Choose from 12-hour or 24-hour time.

• DST: Click the toggle to enable or disable Daylight Savings Time.

• DST Type: Select Week to set the start and end time based on a day and week (e.g., 2nd Sunday of March), or select Date to set the start and end time to a specific date.

• Start Time / End Time: Set start and end times for DST. Format will change depending on your selection for DST Type.

Note: Your system must have a constant connection to the Internet to use NTP.

• NTP: Click the toggle to enable or disable Network Protocol Time.

• Server: (Advanced users only) Enter a custom NTP server address.

• Port: (Advanced users only) Enter a custom NTP port.

• Interval: Select how often (in minutes) the system will sync time with the NTP server. Click Manual Update to sync immediately.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM. Click the GENERAL tab on the side panel, then Holiday on the top panel.

3. Click Add New Holiday.

4. Configure the holiday settings (Name, Repeat Mode, Range, Start/End Time, Add More).

5. Click Add.

Note: Ensure you adjust the holiday recording schedule to your preferences in the storage schedule settings.

Configure the following:

• Holiday Name: Enter a name for this holiday.

• Repeat Mode: Select Once for the holiday to occur only this year or Always for the holiday to be repeated each year.

• Holiday Range: Select Date to select a specific date, or select Week to select holidays based on which week they fall on.

• Start Time / End Time: Set the start and end time for this holiday.

• Add More: Click the toggle to enable configuring another holiday after adding this one.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM, then click the SECURITY tab.

3. Under Type, select which type of filter to apply:

• Network Access – Whitelist: IP addresses that are permitted to access the recorder.

• Network Access – Blacklist: IP addresses that are not permitted to access the recorder.

• Sync Time – Whitelist: IP addresses that are permitted to sync the recorder’s time.

4. Click the toggle to enable or disable the selected filter type.

5. Configure the IP addresses to filter.

6. Click Apply.

• To add a single IP address to the selected filter type, enter it into Start Address, then click Add IP Address.

• To add a range of IP addresses to the selected filter type, enter the Start Address and End Address, then click Add IP Section.

Prerequisite: Connect a USB flash drive (not included) to a free USB port on the unit.

Note: This function only saves settings created in system menus. It does not save or backup any video.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM, then click the CONFIG BACKUP tab.

3. Under Device Model, select the USB device where you would like to save the configuration.

4. Click Export to save your current system configuration.

Prerequisite: Connect a USB flash drive (not included) to a free USB port on the unit with an exported system configuration.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM, then click the CONFIG BACKUP tab.

3. Under Device Model, select the USB device where a system configuration has been saved.

4. Click the folder with the configuration files you would like to restore. Configuration file folders are labeled Config and then the time and date the configuration was saved (e.g., Config_20190328133747).

5. Click Import to apply the saved system configuration.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM, then click the DEFAULT tab.

3. Check boxes for menus you would like to be reset to default settings, or click Factory Default to reset the unit to its out-of-box state.

4. Click Apply. The system will restart automatically. Do not power down the unit or disconnect the power cable during the restart.

Prerequisite: Save the .bin firmware file for your unit onto a USB flash drive (not included), and connect the drive to one of the system’s free USB ports.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM, then click the UPGRADE tab.

3. Under USB Upgrade, click Browse.

4. Click on the .bin firmware file for your recorder.

5. Click Start.

Please do not power off or interrupt the firmware upgrade while it has begun.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click SYSTEM, then click the UPGRADE tab.

3. Ensure Automatically Check for Updates is enabled (toggle switch).

4. Click Check for Updates to manually check if a newer version is available.

5. If a newer version is found, click Upgrade Now to upgrade the system.

Note: The system must be connected to the Internet for automatic checks and upgrades.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE, then click the BASIC tab.

3. Ensure HDD Full is set to Overwrite (default setting) to automatically overwrite the oldest recordings when the hard drive is full. Select Stop Record if you want the system to stop recording when the hard drive is full.

4. Click Apply.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE, then click the BASIC tab.

3. Next to Pack Mode, select Time Length for the system to package recording files based on recording length (e.g., 30 minutes), or File Length to package based on file size (in megabytes, MB). The field next to the dropdown will change accordingly.

4. Click Apply.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE. Click the SCHEDULE tab on the side panel, then Record on the top panel.

3. Under Channel, select the channel you would like to configure or select All.

4. Set the duration for PreRecord in seconds (e.g., 4 seconds).

5. Click Apply.

6. (OPTIONAL) Click Copy to apply the settings for the current channel to one or more other channels.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE. Click the SCHEDULE tab on the side panel, then Snapshot on the top panel.

3. Under Channel, select the channel you would like to configure or select All.

4. Configure the schedule as needed using the grid and recording type options (Continuous, MD, Alarm).

5. Click Apply.

6. (OPTIONAL) Click Copy to apply the settings for the current channel to one or more other channels.

• Check Continuous, MD (Motion Detection), or Alarm to select the recording type you would like to configure for the schedule.

• Click-and-drag on each day’s grid to customize the recording schedule. The schedule is set up as a grid, where each block represents one hour.

• Click the link icon beside 2 or more days to link schedules. This allows you to quickly change multiple schedules at once.

• Click the settings (gear) icon to make fine adjustments to a schedule. This will allow you to set exact start and end times for a schedule.

• Click the erase icon to disable all recording of the selected type on the selected day.

CAUTION: Formatting the hard drive erases all data on the hard drive. This step cannot be undone.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE, then click the HDD MANAGER tab.

3. Check the hard drive you want to format.

4. Click Format. The system will restart to complete the formatting process.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE, then click the HDD MANAGER tab.

3. Under Type next to the hard drive you want to configure, select Read/Write or Read only from the dropdown menu.

4. Click Apply.

• Read-write HDD: Normal recording hard drive.

• Read-only HDD: The system can playback data from this hard drive, but it will not record to it.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE, then click the REC ESTIMATE tab.

3. Select Recording Days to get an estimate of the maximum recording time in days for the installed hard drive(s), or select Disk Requirement to estimate how much hard drive space would be required to retain a specific amount of days.

4. For Recording Days mode, click Select to choose your hard drive from a list to output the total number of days your hard drive can store. For Disk Requirement mode, enter a number of days to output the total amount of storage required.

Note: The record estimation data is for reference only.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click STORAGE, then click the FTP tab.

3. Click the toggle to enable FTP connection, and select either FTP or SFTP (Recommended) depending on your server configuration.

4. Configure the specific FTP settings (Server, Port, Username, Password, etc.).

5. Click Apply.

• Server: Enter the FTP server’s address.

• Port: Enter the FTP port.

• Anonymous: Enable if your FTP server supports anonymous login.

• Username: Enter your FTP username.

• Password: Enter your FTP password.

• Remote Directory: Enter the directory on the FTP server to save recordings and/or snapshots.

• File Length: Enter the recording file length in minutes.

• Image Upload Interval: Enter the interval between snapshots in seconds.

• Channel: Select a channel to set FTP recording preferences for.

• Week: Select a day of the week to configure FTP recording settings for, or select All to apply to all days of the week.

• Period 1 ~ Period 2: Select up to 2 periods of time where the system will save recordings to the FTP. Check Alarm, MD (Motion Detection), or Continuous beside each period to determine which recording type will be uploaded to the FTP.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION, then click the VERSION tab.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION, then click the LOG tab.

3. Under Type, select the type of event to search for, or select All.

4. Enter a start and end time for your search.

5. Click Search.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION, then click the EVENT STATUS tab.

This shows a complete summary of system events, including channels currently detecting motion.

• No HDD: No Hard drive is detected.

• Disk Error: Hard drive error detected.

• Disk Full: Hard drive is full.

• Net Disconnection: System is not connected to the network.

• IP Conflict: More than one device on the network is using the same IP address.

• MAC Conflict: More than one device on the network is using the same MAC address.

• Video Loss: Shows disconnected channels.

• Motion: Shows channels with active motion alarms.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION, then click the HDD INFO tab.

This shows information related to the hard drives installed, including capacity, status, and type.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION. Click the NETWORK tab on the side panel, then Online User on the top panel.

This shows a list of users connected to the system using computers or mobile devices.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION. Click the NETWORK tab on the side panel, then LOAD on the top panel.

This shows the network traffic your system is sending and receiving.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION. Click the NETWORK tab on the side panel, then Network Test on the top panel.

3. Enter the Destination IP address of a device you want to test connectivity with.

4. Click Test to determine if your system can connect to the device over the LAN or Internet.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click INFORMATION, then click the BPS tab.

The BPS menu shows the bitrates of connected cameras, indicating the amount of data each camera is sending.

Some areas of the main menu allow you to quickly copy settings from one channel to one or multiple other channels.

1. Configure at least one channel to your preference in a menu that supports copying (e.g., Recording Schedule, Motion Detection).

2. Click Apply to save the settings for that channel.

3. Click Copy.

4. Click the numbered boxes to indicate the channels you want to copy settings to, or click All to copy to all channels.

5. Click OK.

Note: Cannot copy corresponding channel setup of the record, snapshot, alarm and etc.

The Lorex Home app allows you to:

• View live video from cameras

• Play back recorded video from the hard drive

• Manually record video clips or take a snapshot of live video

• Activate deterrence features including warning lights and sirens*

• Set preferences for push notifications, informing you of motion detection and other system events

(* On supporting devices.)

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA, then click the VOICE ASSISTANCE tab.

3. Click the toggle to enable voice assistance.

4. Check the channels you would like to enable for use with smart home services.

5. Click Apply.

Channels enabled for use with smart home services will automatically enable the channel’s audio functions, and will activate audio recording on audio-enabled cameras. Audio recording and / or use of listen-in audio without consent is illegal in certain jurisdictions. Lorex Corporation assumes no liability for use of its products that does not conform with local laws.

STEP 1: Physical connection

1. Connect the BNC video cable to one of the video inputs on the recorder.

2. Connect the RS485 cables. Connect the A (TX+) cable to the positive (+) terminal, and connect the B (TX-) cable to the negative (-) terminal on the recorder.

3. Connect the PTZ camera’s power adapter to a power outlet.

When the PTZ camera powers on, it will perform an initial diagnostics check. The camera will move around during this process, so ensure the camera module is not resting against another object or surface.

No, Lorex HD PTZ cameras connect to your recorder just like any other camera with no need to run special wiring – these cameras can accept PTZ commands directly through the video cable. Standard definition PTZ cameras require RS485 cabling for PTZ commands.

STEP 2: Camera configuration

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA, then click the IMAGE SETTINGS tab.

3. Select the channel you want to configure.

4. Configure the highlighted fields as needed. For third-party PTZ cameras, select Serial next to Control Mode and refer to your camera documentation for Protocol, Address, Baud Rate, Data Bits, Stop Bits, and Parity settings.

5. Click Apply.

6. (OPTIONAL) Click Copy to apply the settings for the current channel to one or more other channels. Note that each PTZ camera requires a unique address.

No, for Lorex HD PTZ cameras, there is no need for configuration – leave all fields at their default values (Control Mode should be HDCVI, Protocol HDCVI3.0, etc.).

Open the Live View screen for your PTZ camera in single-channel view (fullscreen). Right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Pan/Tilt/Zoom.

Right-click again to close PTZ controls.

Ensure you have completed initial setup of your PTZ camera first.

1. Navigation Controls: Click the directional arrows to move the PTZ camera manually.

2. Zoom-to-Area: Click the zoom-to-area icon, then click-and-drag to draw a box on the camera image. The PTZ camera will zoom in to the selected area.

3. Mouse Tracking: Click the mouse tracking icon to enable/disable mouse tracking. When enabled, click-and-drag in the direction you would like the PTZ camera to move. The camera will follow the path of the mouse cursor.

4. PTZ Settings:

• Speed: Adjust the slider for the speed of PTZ camera movement. A higher value means faster movement.

• Zoom: Control the optical zoom level. Click + to zoom in, and – to zoom out.

• Focus: Manually control focus level. Click + to focus on objects further away, or – to focus on objects closer.

• Iris: Control the amount of light coming through the lens. Click + to allow more light, or – for less.

5. Advanced: Click the arrow icon to expand and show advanced options.

• Open the Live View screen for your PTZ camera in single-channel view (fullscreen). Right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Pan/Tilt/Zoom.

• Click the arrow on the far-right side of the PTZ control panel to access advanced options.

• Right-click again to close PTZ controls.

Ensure you have completed initial setup of your PTZ camera first.

1. No.: Enter the ID number for a preset, tour, or pattern you want to activate.

2. Preset icon: Move the camera to the preset number specified in the No. field.

3. AutoPan icon: Set the camera to rotate 180° back and forth.

4. Tour icon: Perform the tour number specified in the No. field.

5. Flip icon: Rotate the camera 180° from its current position.

6. Pattern icon: Perform the pattern number specified in the No. field.

7. Reset icon: Move the camera to the home position.

8. AutoScan icon: Move the camera between a predetermined left and right point.

9. Configuration icon: Click to open the configuration menu, where you can configure presets, tours, patterns and autoscans.

10. OSD Menu icon: Click to open the camera’s OSD menu. This may not be supported on all camera models.

11. Auxiliary Settings: Not supported.

1. Access advanced PTZ controls and click the Configuration icon.

2. Click the Preset tab.

3. Enter the number of the preset you want to create under Preset.

4. Move the camera to the desired position using the navigation controls.

5. Click Set.

In the main advanced PTZ control panel, under No., select the number of the preset you want to go to, then click the Preset icon.

1. Access advanced PTZ controls and click the Configuration icon.

2. Click the Tour tab.

3. Under Patrol No., enter the number of the tour you want to create.

4. Under Preset, select a preset you want to add to the tour.

5. Click Add Preset.

6. Repeat steps 4 & 5 to add additional presets to the tour.

In the main advanced PTZ control panel, under No., select the number of the tour you want to run, then click the Tour icon.

1. Access advanced PTZ controls and click the Configuration icon.

2. Click the Pattern tab.

3. Under Pattern, enter the number of the pattern you want to create.

4. Move the camera to the desired starting position, then click Start.

5. Using the on-screen navigation controls, move the camera in any pattern you wish.

6. When finished recording the pattern, click End.

In the main advanced PTZ control panel, under No., select the number of the pattern you want to run, then click the Pattern icon.

An autoscan automatically cycles between a left and right point.

1. Access advanced PTZ controls and click the Configuration icon.

2. Click the Border tab.

3. Move the camera into the desired left position and click Left.

4. Move the camera into the desired right position and click Right.

In the main advanced PTZ control panel, click the AutoScan icon.

Lorex HD audio cameras transmit audio through the same coax cable used for video.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA. Click the RECORDING tab on the side panel, then Recording on the top panel.

3. Select the channel where the audio camera is connected.

4. Click Audio Setting.

5. In the Audio Setting pop-up:

• Click the toggle to enable Audio Recording.

• Select the Audio Format (G711a or AAC recommended).

• Select Audio Source as HDCVI.

• Click OK.

6. Click Apply on the main Recording screen.

7. (OPTIONAL) Click Copy to apply the settings to other channels.

Yes, the system can record one audio channel using the AUDIO IN port on the rear panel. You must have a self-powered microphone or an audio camera with an RCA-type audio connection to use this port. Audio from this input is recorded on Channel 1 and cannot be moved to a different channel.

Yes, the second RCA-type connector on the back panel is the AUDIO OUT port, which can be used to connect a self-powered speaker that will play audio from the system (requires an audio-capable camera or self-power microphone connected).

Audio recording and / or use of listen-in audio without consent is illegal in certain jurisdictions. Lorex Corporation assumes no liability for use of its products that does not conform with local laws.

Note: Use of an external microphone allows you to record audio on Channel 1 of the system. It cannot be moved to a different channel.

1. From the Live View display, right-click to open the Quick Menu, then click Main Menu.

2. Click CAMERA. Click the RECORDING tab on the side panel, then Recording on the top panel.

3. Select Channel 1.

4. Click Audio Setting.

5. In the Audio Setting pop-up:

• Click the toggle to enable Audio Recording.

• Select the desired Audio Format (G711a or AAC recommended).

• Select Audio Source as NORMAL.

• Click OK.

6. Click Apply on the main Recording screen.

Make sure that the system is OFF and the power adapter is disconnected before removing/installing a hard drive.

1. Power off the system, and unplug all cabling from the system.

2. Turn the recorder over. Remove the bottom panel screws (6x).

3. Turn the recorder over carefully, then remove the top panel. Rest it carefully beside the bottom panel, being mindful of the wiring to the front panel button and USB port.

1. Remove the power and SATA cables from the hard drive.

2. Carefully pick up the hard drive to lift the bottom panel, being mindful of the sharp edges of the bottom panel.

3. Remove the hard drive screws (4x) from the bottom panel that secure the hard drive. Hold onto the hard drive so it remains in place when all screws have been removed, then lift it out.

If you are not immediately going to install a new hard drive, replace the top panel and the 6 bottom panel screws.