Lorex LW2960 Series Wireless Security System User's Guide

1. Signal indicator: The signal indicator shows the strength of the signal being received from the camera. The number of bars in the Signal Indicator shows the strength of the signal. One, or no bars indicates the signal is poor, and 4 bars indicate a very strong signal.

NOTE

• If the signal is low (e.g.,1 or 2 bars) adjust the antennas, or reposition the cameras or receiver for best performance.

• The signal indicator is not shown during Quad mode.

2. Camera indicator: Displays the camera you are presently viewing. If viewing multiple cameras at once, the camera indicator will appear above each video display.

3. Memory card icon: A white icon shows that a microSD card with available recording space is inserted in the receiver. A red icon indicates the microSD card is full.

4. Network status icon:

• — The receiver is connected to the Internet.

• — The receiver is connected to the router, but is not connected to the Internet.

Turn the receiver on and off again if you see a yellow icon.

• — The receiver is not connected to your router.

• — A smartphone / tablet is accessing the system remotely.

5. Talk icon: Indicates that the talk function has been enabled on the receiver.

6. Recording indicator: "REC" appears when recording is in progress. If viewing and recording video from multiple cameras at once, the recording indicator will appear above each video display where recording is enabled.

7. Zoom indicator: Indicates that the current live view is zoomed in to twice the original size.

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write the oldest recordings when the memory card is full. For details, see 10.6 Enabling

8. Overwrite icon: Indicates Overwrite mode is on, which means the system will over-

/ Disabling File Overwrite, page 28.

9. File icon: Indicates that there are new recordings saved to the microSD card.

10. Battery indicator: Shows remaining battery life. Icon turns red when battery is critically low to indicate that the receiver should be plugged into a local power outlet right away.

11. Time stamp: The current date and time on the system.

12. Motion recording icon: Indicates that motion recording is turned on.

13. Volume indicator: Shows the current volume of the receiver. You must be in singlechannel viewing mode to change volume.

14. Download icon: Indicates that a new firmware is available in the server to download.

8.2

Navigating Menu Screen

Use the system menus to configure settings.

• Press to open the Main Menu.

• Use the joystick to move the cursor left, right, up, and down.

• Push the joystick to open sub-menus and confirm / save menu selections.

• Press to exit menus without saving changes.

8.3

Viewing Modes

There are four different viewing modes available on the system: single channel viewing,

Auto Sequence Viewing mode (view individual channels automatically in sequence), Quad

mode, and Scan mode (for details, see 12 Scan Mode, page 33).

To change viewing modes:

• Press to select between Quad mode (half-Quad mode when only 2 cameras are connected) and Auto Sequence viewing mode.

• Press to switch between channels 1~4 in single channel view.

NOTE

Depending on the number of cameras packaged with the system, half-Quad mode (2 cameras) or single channel viewing (1 camera) is enabled when you first power on the system.

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8.3.1

Auto Sequence Viewing Mode

Auto Sequence Viewing mode cycles through connected channels in full-screen.

To enable Auto Sequence:

• Press until a single channel is shown on screen. The receiver automatically switches through connected channels.

• Press to return to single channel viewing.

8.3.2

Quad Mode

Use Quad mode to view up to four cameras simultaneously.

To enable Quad mode:

• Press .

NOTE

If only two cameras are connected to the receiver, use Quad mode for a split-screen view (half-Quad mode) that only shows the two channels being used.

Quad Mode Half-Quad Mode

8.4

Digital Zoom

The digital zoom feature allows you to zoom in 2x on a single camera during live viewing.

This is useful if you need a closer look at something happening far away from the camera.

To use digital zoom:

1. Select the desired camera in full-screen mode (press press on the front panel of the receiver to zoom in.

to select the channel) and

2. When digital zoom is activated, a zoom icon ( ) appears on the screen. Move the joystick on the front panel of the receiver in the desired direction to look at different parts of the image.

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see 14.2 Time Zone, page 36.

3. Press again to exit digital zoom.

8.5

Using the Intercom (Two-way Audio)

Use the Intercom feature for two-way communication between the receiver and the camera. Talk and listen to persons near the camera from behind closed doors for added security.

NOTE

Please make sure the camera(s) is properly connected prior to using the Intercom.

To use the Intercom:

1. Select the desired camera in full-screen mode (press channel).

to change the displayed

2. Press and hold on the front panel of the receiver.

The talk icon ( ) appears on the receiver.

3. Talk in a normal speaking voice close to the LCD screen (approximately 12 in. / 30 cm).

4. Release the button to hear audio from the camera.

8.6

Intercom Volume

The two-way audio volume is different from the alarm / buzzer volume found in the Main

Menu ( > Alert).

To change two-way audio volume:

• From single-channel view, use the volume controls on the side panel of the receiver (

) change the two-way audio volume.

The volume icons on the screen indicate the volume of sound coming from the cameras:

NOTE

You cannot adjust the volume of the camera speakers.

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9 Setting the Time

It is highly recommended to set the date and time on the system prior to recording, as they will be used to stamp recordings. You must set the correct date and time in order to use scheduled recording.

To set the time:

1. Press to open the main menu. Move the joystick left / right to select Settings and push the joystick to confirm.

2. Select Date & Time and push the joystick to confirm.

3. Move the joystick left / right to move the cursor; move the joystick up / down to change the year, month, day, hour, minutes, and seconds.

NOTE

The system uses a 24-hour clock only.

4. Push the joystick to save your settings.

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5. Press to close any remaining menu windows.

The date and time appears at the bottom of the screen in live viewing mode.

NOTE

When using the system for the first time, check if the time zone is correct for your area. For details,

NOTE

You can also synchronize the system time with an Internet time server. Ensure there is a checkmark next to Synchronize with an Internet time server then push the joystick to confirm.

You must keep the system connected to your wireless network using the included Ethernet cable to synchronize with the Internet time server.

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10 Recording

The following recording modes are available on the system: manual recording, schedule

recording, and motion recording. The system records video to the included microSD card.

Record up to 4 channels at the same time.

Recording Prerequisites:

• A microSD card must be inserted into the receiver in order to record video. You should

always format the microSD card prior to initial recording. For details, see 10.1 Format

Memory, page 21.

Maximum Recording Times:

The system supports microSD cards up to 64 GB. Use the table below to help you estimate the recording times on various sizes of microSD cards. Times shown are in hours and minutes.

microSD Card

Capacity

Single Channel Recording @

VGA Resolution

Single Channel Recording @ HD

(720p) Resolution

1 GB

2 GB

4 GB

8 GB

16 GB

32 GB

64 GB

6.5 hours

13 hours

26 hours

52 hours

104 hours

208 hours

416 hours

2 hours

4.5 hours

9 hours

18 hours

35 hours

71 hours

142 hours

NOTE

The system supports microSD or microSDHC cards up to 64GB. The following brands of microSD cards are confirmed by Lorex: Adata, Kingston, Patriot, Sandisk, and Toshiba.

Recording Mode Summary:

Mode

Scheduled Recording

Manual Recording

Motion Recording

Description

• Continuous or motion event recording from up to four cameras according to a weekly schedule.

How to Operate

• Enter a start and stop time for each day from

cord >

Schedule Recording.

> Re-

• Continuous recording from up to 4 cameras at a time.

• Press on the front panel of the receiver to start / stop manual recording.

• System only records when motion is detected by a camera(s).

• Press on the front panel of the receiver to start / stop manual recording.

10.1

Format Memory

It is highly recommended to format the microSD card prior to initial recording.

To format the microSD card:

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cording schedule. See 9 Setting the Time, page 19.

CAUTION

Formatting erases all data on the microSD card. This step cannot be undone.

1. Insert the microSD card into the card slot on the receiver until you hear a "click."

Please insert the card according to the diagram on the side panel of the receiver.

2. Press , then select the Record Setting icon. Press to confirm.

3. Select Format card and press

4. Select Confirm and press to confirm.

to confirm.

NOTE

Please allow a few moments for formatting to finish. Formatting time will vary depending on the size of the card.

5. A message appears to confirm formatting. Press closed.

repeatedly until all menus are

10.2

Scheduled Recording

Use scheduled recording to have the system automatically record continuously between a selected start and stop time.

NOTE

Auto Sequence Viewing mode and Quad mode are available during schedule recording without affecting the recording files.

Prerequisite:

Please ensure you have set the proper date and time on the receiver prior to setting a re-

When should I use schedule recording?

• Use continuous schedule recording if the camera is pointed at an area with high traffic, such as a entry / exit or a road.

CAUTION

Do not remove the microSD card while the system is recording. Disable all recording on the system before ejecting the microSD card.

10.2.1

Creating a Recording Schedule

CAUTION

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If you wish to use scheduled recording, you must ensure manual recording is disabled.

To create a recording schedule:

1. Press confirm.

, then select the Schedule Recording Setting icon. Press to

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2. Move the joystick left / right to view existing recording schedules for each day of the week. Continuous recording schedules appear as green bars, while motion recording schedules appear as yellow bars.

3. Push the joystick to create a new recording schedule.

4. Select the channels that will use this recording schedule. Move the joystick left / right to move the cursor and push the joystick to include or dismiss the channel.

5. Select the start time and end time for schedule recording by moving the joystick left / right to move the cursor, then up / down to change the values.

NOTE

The time uses a 24-hour clock.

6. Select which days to apply the recording schedule to by moving the joystick left /right to move the cursor, then push the joystick to include or dismiss a day.

7. Move the joystick left / right to select Save, then push the joystick to create a continuous recording schedule.

Move the joystick left / right to select Motion and push the joystick to enable the recording schedule for motion recording only. Select Save when finished to save your settings.

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8. Press until all menus are closed.

10.2.2

Stopping Scheduled Recording

When the stop time arrives, the system stops recording automatically. If necessary, you can stop schedule recording manually.

To stop schedule recording:

• Press to stop schedule recording.

NOTE

If you stop schedule recording before the end time, the system will automatically resume recording after half an hour.

10.2.3

Modifying or Deleting a Recording Schedule

You can modify any recording schedule by adding or subtracting recording time.

To modify a recording schedule:

1. Press , then select Record. Push the joystick to confirm.

2. Select Schedule Recording.

3. Move the joystick up / down to select Modify and push the joystick to confirm.

4. Select which channels to change the schedule for by moving the joystick left / right to move the cursor, then push the joystick to include or dismiss the channel.

5. Select the start time and end time for the modification. This could be a span of time you wish to add to or subtract from an existing schedule. Move the joystick left / right to move the cursor, then move the joystick up / down to change the start and end time.

NOTE

The time uses a 24-hour clock.

6. Select which days of the week to apply the modification to by moving the joystick left / right to move the cursor, then push the joystick to include or dismiss a day.

7. Move the joystick left / right to select the type of modification:

• Select Save to add onto a continuous schedule.

• Select Motion then Save to add onto a motion schedule.

• Select Delete to subtract from either type of schedule.

8. Press until all menus are closed.

To delete a recording schedule:

1. Press , then select Record. Push the joystick to confirm.

2. Select Schedule Recording.

3. Move the joystick up / down to select Modify and push the joystick to confirm.

4. Select which channels to delete the schedule for by moving the joystick left / right to move the cursor, then push the joystick to include or dismiss the channel.

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You can also record while in digital zoom mode. For details on using digital zoom, see 8.4

5. Select the start time and end time of the schedule you want to delete. Move the joystick left / right to move the cursor, then move the joystick up / down to change the start and end time.

NOTE

The time uses a 24-hour clock.

6. Select which days of the week that use the schedule you want to delete. Move the joystick left / right to move the cursor, then push the joystick to include or dismiss a day.

7. Move the joystick left / right to select Delete and push the joystick to confirm.

8. Press until all menus are closed.

NOTE

If you delete a recording schedule during a scheduled recording time, the camera(s) will continue to record video for a short period afterwards. The system checks for changes in recording schedules every half hour and will eventually stop recording if a schedule has been deleted.

10.3

Manual Recording

Manual recording allows you to manually start and stop recording on any of the cameras.

Digital Zoom, page 17.

When should I use manual recording?

• Recording of unexpected events or emergencies.

NOTE

Manual recording will override schedule recording. The system checks for active recording schedules every half hour and will eventually resume schedule recording after manual recording is stopped.

To enable manual recording:

1. Press until the channel you want to record is displayed.

2. Press to begin manual recording on the channel you are currently viewing.

A recording indicator ( ) appears on screen to indicate the system is recording. Repeat steps 1–2 to enable manual recording on other channels. The system can record video from up to 4 cameras at a time.

3. Press again to stop recording. The new recording icon (

LCD receiver indicating a new file is on the microSD card.

) will appear on the

CAUTION

Do not remove the microSD card while the system is recording. Disable all recording on the system before ejecting the microSD card.

10.4

Motion Recording

Use motion recording to have the system record only when motion is detected by one of the cameras. Video is recorded from any connected camera that detects motion. The system supports 5 second pre-recording, meaning that the system will record 5 seconds of

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10.4.3 Configuring Video Motion Detection, page 27

video before a motion event. This allows you to see the entire event instead of starting when motion detection is triggered.

The system detects motion in two ways. The cameras have a built-in Passive InfraRed

(PIR) sensor that tracks heat from body movements to detect movement up to a maximum range of 21 feet (6.5 meters). PIR motion detection is extremely accurate at detecting movements from people and animals, but the accuracy decreases in extremely hot environments approaching or exceeding human body temperature (98.6°F / 37°C).

PIR Motion Detection

A camera detects body heat movements, and triggers the system to record.

The system also uses video motion detection, which looks for changes in video images

(frames) to detect motion. Video motion detection allows for motion detection beyond the range of the PIR sensors and in extreme temperatures. Video motion detection is highly accurate, but may trigger recording from changes in light or moving trees, leaves, etc. You can set the sensitivity of video motion detection depending on your preferences. See

Video Motion Detection

The system detects movement in the image and triggers recording.

Both PIR and video motion detection are enabled by default for enhanced accuracy.

10.4.1

Setting up Motion Recording

Prerequisite:

• Insert an empty microSD card into the LCD receiver.

NOTE

• Motion recording will override schedule recording. The system checks for active recording schedules every half hour and will eventually resume schedule recording after motion recording is stopped.

•

You can also record motion events on a schedule. See 10.2 Scheduled Recording, page 22.

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To set an alternative motion recording time, see10.4.2 Configuring Motion Recording

To enable motion recording:

1. Press on the front panel of the receiver to enable motion recording.

2. Press again to stop motion recording.

• By default, the system is set to record for 15 seconds after the triggered motion event.

Time, page 27.

CAUTION

Do not remove the microSD card while the system is recording. Disable all recording on the system before ejecting the microSD card.

10.4.2

Configuring Motion Recording Time

Set the length of the time the system will record after motion is detected by a camera.

To change the motion recording time:

1. Press , then select Record and push the joystick to confirm.

2. Select Duration and push the joystick to confirm.

3. Select 15 Seconds, 30 Seconds, or 1 minute and push the joystick to confirm.

4. Press until all menus are closed.

• The system supports 5 second pre-event recording, which is added onto the duration value specified in the menu. For example, if you set the duration to 15 seconds, your motion recordings will be roughly 20 seconds long.

10.4.3

Configuring Video Motion Detection

Video motion detection looks for changes in video images (frames) to detect motion. Video motion detection allows for motion detection beyond the range of the PIR sensors.

The drawback to video motion detection is that it can sometimes be falsely triggered by changes in lighting conditions or trees moving in the wind. You can disable video motion detection or configure the sensitivity using the menus. We recommend that you enable video motion detection and set a lower sensitivity if you are experiencing false triggers.

For a description of the two motion detection technologies used by the system, see 10.4

Motion Recording, page 25.

To configure video motion detection:

1. Press , then select Detect. Push the joystick to confirm.

2. Move the joystick up / down to select the camera you would like to configure video motion detection for and push the joystick to confirm.

3. Select Off to disable video motion detection, or select Low, Medium, or High sensitivity.

4. Push the joystick to save your changes.

5. Press until all menus are closed.

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See 11.3 Viewing Video Directly from the microSD Card, page 31.

10.5

Recording Resolution

The recording resolution determines the size and quality of video images. The higher the resolution, the more space your recordings will take up on the memory card.

1. Press , then select Camera. Push the joystick to confirm.

2. Select Resolution.

3. Move the joystick up / down to select the camera you would like to configure, then move the joystick left / right to change the resolution.

The system supports HD (720p; 1280x720) and VGA (640x480) resolution.

4. Push the joystick to save your settings.

5. Press

NOTE

until all menus are closed.

• Live and recorded HD video appears in 16:9 aspect ratio on the receiver, while VGA video appears in

4:3. This means that if you are viewing two cameras with different resolutions in half-Quad mode, the channel using VGA resolution will appear larger than the channel using HD resolution.

• HD recordings are saved in 720p resolution. The resolution of the receiver is limited to 800x480 pixels.

View HD recordings by viewing on a computer or a smartphone / tablet that supports 720p resolution.

10.6

Enabling / Disabling File Overwrite

Enabling file overwrite will delete the oldest recorded data on the microSD card once it is full to make room for new recordings.

To enable file overwrite:

1. Press , then select Recording. Push the joystick to confirm.

2. Select File Overwrite.

3. Select Yes to enable file overwrite.

4. Press viewing.

until all menus are closed. The overwrite icon ( ) displays during live

NOTE

If you do not enable file overwrite, the microSD card icon on the OSD will be red ( ) when the microSD card is full. You will need to manually delete files from the microSD card or insert a new card into

the receiver. For details, see 11.2 Deleting Video Files, page 30.

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11 Playback

Playback mode allows you to playback recorded video files from the microSD card. You can view videos directly on the system or by connecting the microSD card to your computer.

11.1

Video Playback

To playback recorded video on the system:

1. During live viewing, push the joystick. The Recording File List opens.

2. Move the joystick up / down to change the displayed month.

3. Select the channels you would like to view recordings from:

• Move the joystick left / right to select the channel numbers

• Move the joystick up / down to show or hide each channel on the calendar.

• Select the button with all four channels to show recordings from all connected cameras on the calendar.

4. Once you have selected the month and the channels to display on the calendar, push the joystick the refresh the display. Dates that have recordings available for playback are highlighted in green.

5. Move the joystick left / right to select a date on the calendar, and push the joystick to view a list of recordings for that date.

NOTE

• The system uses a 24-hour clock.

• Recordings are named by start time in hhmmss format and the channel number (for example, the recording 133245-2 began recording at 1:32:45 PM on channel 2).

6. Select a file from the list and push the joystick to confirm. Move the joystick left / right to change pages to find video files quickly. The selected file loads and playback begins.

11.1.1

Playback Controls

1. Playback duration: Shows the length of the recording and how much has been viewed.

2. File name

3. Playback status: Shows whether the video is playing, paused, or stopped.

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To control playback using the joystick:

• LEFT: Rewind (2x > 4x > 8x > 16x).

• UP: Pause / Play video.

• RIGHT: Fast-forward (2x > 4x > 8x > 16x).

• DOWN: Stop video.

• To change playback volume, press / on top of the receiver.

) on the side panel of • To change playback volume, use the volume controls ( the receiver.

To exit playback:

• Press to return to the file list. Press repeatedly to return to live view.

11.2

Deleting Video Files

You can delete files on the microSD card directly on the system. Delete files if you need to clear space on the microSD card (if file overwrite is disabled), or for your own file management purposes.

To delete files on the microSD card:

1. From live viewing, push the joystick. The Recording File List opens.

2. Move the joystick up / down to change the displayed month.

3. Move the joystick left / right to select the channel numbers, and move the joystick up / down to show or hide each channel on the calendar. Select the button with all four channels to show recordings from all connected cameras on the calendar.

4. When you have selected the month and channels to display on the calendar, push the joystick to refresh the display. Dates that have recordings available for playback are highlighted in green.

5. Move the joystick left / right to select a date on the calendar, and push the joystick to view recordings from that date.

6. Browse to the file you would like to delete. Press on the front panel of the receiver.

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7. A confirmation message appears. Select YES and push the joystick to delete the file.

8. Repeat the steps above for other files on the microSD card.

CAUTION

Do NOT delete folders on the microSD card using your computer. Deleting folders may affect your access to other files on the card or may affect normal operation of the microSD card with the system. If you want to delete the entire contents of the microSD card, it is highly recommended to format the card

using the system. For details, see 10.1 Format Memory, page 21.

11.3

Viewing Video Directly from the microSD Card

You can view the saved video files on your computer (PC or Mac) by using a microSD card reader (not included). Saved video files are in ASF format.

NOTE

Some PCs and Macs may have a microSD card reader built-in. Please refer to your computer's instruction manual for more details.

11.3.1

NOTE

You can view ASF files natively in Windows Media Player™, as well as other media players such as VLC.

VLC is an open-source software application available at www.videolan.org

To playback recorded video on a PC:

1. Remove the microSD card from the receiver by gently pushing on the microSD card and then releasing. The card will eject.

2. Insert the microSD card into a microSD card reader (not included) connected to your

PC. Your PC should load the microSD card as a new Removable Drive and an Autorun window opens.

3. Click Open folder to view files or open the folder in Computer. Open the folder MFG.

You will then see a folder for each page of recorded video in Playback mode. Folders are named by page number (e.g. recordings found on the second page are in the folder 00000002).

4. Double-click any of the ASF files. The video will begin playing in your default ASF media player.

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11.3.2

Mac

NOTE

Downloading and installing the Flip4Mac WMV Components will allow you to play ASF files in QuickTime.

VLC Player is recommended for viewing ASF files on a Mac. VLC is an open-source software application available at www.videolan.org

To playback recorded video on a Mac:

1. Remove the microSD card from the receiver by gently pushing on the microSD card.

The card will eject.

2. Insert the microSD card into a microSD card reader (not included) connected to your

Mac. Your Mac should load the microSD card as a new disk on your desktop.

3. Double-click the disk on your desktop or open it through Finder. Open the folder MFG.

You should see a folder for each page of recorded video in Playback mode. Folders are named by page number (e.g. recordings found on the second page are in the folder 00000002).

4. Double-click any of the ASF files. The video will begin playing in your default ASF media player.

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12 Scan Mode

In Scan mode, the receiver’s LCD screen and speaker will turn off unless motion is detected by one of the cameras. The LCD screen turns on and displays video from the camera where motion was detected for 15 seconds before turning off again. This conserves battery power and alerts you only when needed.

You can configure how much motion is needed to turn the display on in Scan mode by

changing a camera’s video motion detection settings. See 10.4.3 Configuring Video Mo-

tion Detection, page 27.

To enable Scan mode:

1. Enter live viewing mode.

2. Press the power button ( ) on top of the receiver.

3. Press the power button again to exit Scan mode.

NOTE

When exiting Scan mode, the receiver resumes live viewing in Auto Sequence Viewing mode.

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13 Brightness

Adjust the brightness level of video coming from the camera(s).

NOTE

You cannot adjust the brightness of the LCD display.

To adjust camera brightness:

1. Press , then select Camera. Push the joystick to confirm.

2. Select Brightness.

3. Move the joystick up / down to select the camera you wish to configure brightness for.

4. Move the joystick to the right to increase the brightness level for the selected camera, or left to decrease brightness. Camera brightness is measured on a scale of 1-6 where

1 is the darkest and 6 is the brightest. Push the joystick to save changes.

5. Press the button to exit.

6. Repeat steps 1~4 to configure your other cameras as needed.

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14 Settings

The Settings menu contains the following sub-menus:

• Date & Time: Set the date and time on the system. For details, see 9 Setting the Time, page 19.

• Default Settings: Restore the system to default settings.

• Format Memory: Format the microSD card.

• Time Zone: Select the time zone where the system is being used and enable / disable

Daylight Savings Time (DST).

• Network: View and configure network settings used for remote connection. You can also reset the remote access password using this menu.

• Firmware Upgrade: Upgrade the system’s firmware.

14.1

Default Settings

Restoring default settings will return the system to its out-of-the-box state. Any changes you have made to the system settings will be erased.

NOTE

Restoring default settings does not affect files recorded to the memory card or reset the date and time on the system.

To restore default settings:

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1. Press , then push the joystick to select Settings.

2. Select Default Settings and push the joystick to confirm.

3. Select Yes and then push the joystick to confirm. The system takes a few moments to restore default settings.

4. Press until all menus are closed.

14.2

Time Zone

Select the time zone where the system is being used. The time zone menu is also used to enable Daylight Savings Time.

To set the time zone:

1. Press , then push the joystick to select Settings.

2. Select Time Zone and push the joystick to confirm.

3. Move the joystick up / down to change the time zone.

4. Push the joystick to save your settings.

The system time will be automatically updated according to the time zone you have selected.

5. Press until all menus are closed.

To enable / disable Daylight Savings Time:

1. Press , then push the joystick to select Settings.

2. Select Time Zone and push the joystick to confirm.

3. Move the joystick left / right to select Automatically adjust Clock for Daylight Sav-

ings Time, then move the joystick up / down to turn Daylight Savings Time on or off.

4. Push the joystick to save your settings.

5. Press until all menus are closed.

14.3

Network

Configure the receiver’s IP address (advanced), view network information, or reset your remote access password.

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14 Settings

14.3.1

IP Addressing Options

CAUTION

This section is for advanced users only.

To enable dynamic IP addressing:

NOTE

Dynamic IP addressing is enabled by default.

1. Press , then push the joystick to select Settings.

2. Select Network and push the joystick to confirm.

3. Select Network Setting.

4. Select Dynamic IP, then select On. Push the joystick to confirm.

5. Press until all menus are closed.

To enable static IP addressing:

NOTE

• A static IP address is not required for remote access to the system.

• You may have to configure your router settings if the DHCP server is enabled.

1. Press , then push the joystick to select Settings.

2. Select Network and push the joystick to confirm.

3. Select Network Setting.

4. Select Static IP.

5. Highlight the IP Address field and push the joystick. A cursor appears.

6. Move the joystick up / down to change values, and move the joystick left / right to move the cursor.

NOTE

Ensure you enter a static IP address that is not in use by another device on your network.

7. Press when finished.

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14 Settings

8. Repeat the above process for the Subnet Mask and Default Gateway fields.

9. Select OK, then push the joystick to confirm.

10. Press until all menus are closed.

14.4

Firmware Upgrade

Ensure the system is up-to-date with the latest firmware for optimal performance. There are two ways to upgrade firmware: from the server, or from a microSD card.

To update firmware from server:

1. Connect the included Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the receiver to your router. The new download icon ( available.

) appears on the screen if new firmware is

2. Press , then push the joystick to select Settings.

3. Select Firmware Upgrade.

4. Select From Server, then select Yes.

The system takes a few moments to install the latest firmware, then reboots.

5. Press until all menus are closed.

To update firmware from microSD card:

1. Insert the microSD card into the included adapter. Insert the adapter into the SD card reader (not included) on your PC or Mac.

2. Download the latest firmware from www.lorextechnology.com and transfer it to the root folder on the microSD card.

3. Once the transfer is complete, insert the microSD card into the card slot on the receiver.

4. Press , then push the joystick to select Settings.

5. Select Firmware Upgrade and push the joystick to confirm.

6. Select From SD Card.

7. Select Yes.

The system takes a few moments to install the latest firmware.

8. Press until all menus are closed.

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15 Alert Volume

Increase or decrease the volume of the buzzer when motion is detected by the camera(s).

The alert volume also affects the volume of the ’beep’ when you press buttons on the receiver. If you want to turn off the buzzer or button sounds, turn the alert volume to the minimum setting.

NOTE

By default, buzzer and button sounds are turned off.

To increase / decrease alert volume:

1. Press , then select Alert. Push the joystick to confirm.

2. Move the joystick right to increase the alarm volume, or left to decrease the alarm volume. Set the volume all the way to the left to disable the alarm buzzer and button sounds.

3. Push the joystick to save your settings.

4. Press until all menus are closed.

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16 Pairing Additional Cameras

NOTE

If you have purchased additional cameras, it is highly recommended to pair the cameras to the receiver before permanent installation.

"Pairing" is an electronic handshake between wireless devices. Wireless devices and components need to be paired in order to communicate with each other.

The camera(s) provided with the system have already been paired to the receiver. By default, the camera(s) included are automatically paired to channels 1 & 2 on the receiver.

See the channel label on the camera to check which channel it has been set to.

If you have purchased additional accessory cameras, you will need to pair them to the receiver. When pairing cameras, you can select the channel you would like the cameras to be assigned to. You can also use the steps below to reassign your existing cameras to different channels.

NOTE

Accessory cameras (model# LW2960HAC1) are available from www.lorextechnology.com.

To pair an additional camera:

1. Connect the new camera to a power outlet. Place the camera and the receiver within

1ft of each other.

2. Press , then select Camera. Push the joystick to confirm.

3. Select Pairing.

4. Select the channel you wish to pair the camera to.

• If you pair a new camera to a channel that is already being used by an existing camera, the new camera will be connected to that channel. The old camera will automatically be disconnected.

5. Following the on-screen prompt, press the Pair button behind the camera. You have

30 seconds to press the Pair button on the camera. Once paired, the camera will be immediately displayed on-screen.

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16 Pairing Additional Cameras

NOTE

• If you do not press the Pair button on the camera during the 30 second pairing window, repeat steps

2~5 to try the pairing process again.

• If the speaker begins squealing, move the camera and receiver away from each other.

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17 Camera On/Off

Use the Camera On / Off menu if you need to disable empty channels so they do not appear on the monitor in any viewing mode. You only need to do this if you have moved a camera to a different channel using the pairing function.

To show / hide channels:

1. Press , then select Camera. Push the joystick to confirm.

2. Select Camera On/Off.

3. Move the joystick up / down to select the desired camera and left / right to select On to show the camera or Off to hide it.

4. Push the joystick to save changes.

5. Press the button to exit.

NOTE

Any disabled channels will be blacked out in Quad mode.

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18 Using the Mobile App

Use the free Lorex SD Pro app to conveniently connect to your system on a smartphone / tablet. The mobile app is free with no recurring fees. View live video from the camera(s) from anywhere with an Internet connection.

18.1

System Requirements

• You must have a high-speed Internet connection to view live video using the mobile app.

Traffic congestion may result in choppy video.

• When using a mobile cellular network, data charges may apply. Check with your provider for details.

• For the latest list of supported apps and devices, visit www.lorextechnology.com.

18.2

Lorex SD Pro for iOS Devices

18.2.1

Getting Started

Use the following instructions to view your camera(s) over the Internet using your iPhone® or iPad®.

1. Connect the included Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the LCD receiver to your wireless router. The network icon on the receiver turns green ( ).

• You may need to turn the receiver off and on again for it to connect to your network.

2. Connect to your home WiFi Internet using your smartphone or tablet. See the user guide provided with your iPhone® or iPad® for details.

3. Download the free Lorex SD Pro app from the App Store.

NOTE

For iPad users, check on the app store for iPhone app.

4. Tap the Lorex SD Pro icon ( ).

5. Tap .

6. Tap QRCode to scan the QR code on the back of the receiver.

Tap Add if your mobile device does not have a camera.

You can also tap to search for the system on the network. This option is only available if your smartphone or tablet is connected to the same network as the receiver.

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7. Enter a personalized name for the system in the Name field, then enter the password in the Password field (default 000000).

NOTE

If you tapped Add in the previous step, enter the UID number printed on the QR code label on the back of the receiver. Otherwise, the UID field will be populated automatically.

8. Tap Save. The system will show in your device list with an "Online" status.

9. Tap the name of the system. You will be asked to enter a new, secure password.

Write your password down for future reference: _____________________________

Live video from the camera(s) appears on your smartphone or tablet.

NOTE

It is recommended to keep the receiver connected to an electrical outlet so the battery does not lose power.

18.2.2

Live Viewing

1. Network status

2. Viewing resolution: Streaming resolution for the video feed.

3. Video quality: Speed of video decoding. Higher quality results in greater bandwidth consumption, which requires a higher connection speed. Reduce quality if video is choppy.

4. Live video

5. Image gallery: Tap to view snapshot images taken using the app.

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snapshots via e-mail. See 18.2.7 Sharing Snapshots, page 49.

6. Snapshot: Tap to take a snapshot of the current video display. You can also share

7. Mute: Tap to mute or unmute sound from the current camera.

8. Intercom: Tap to enable two-way audio with the currently selected camera. Tap again to disable or listen for a response.

18.2.3

Event Log

If you have enabled motion recording on the system, use the event log to review motionbased events. Each event is stamped with the date and time when the event took place, as well as the camera that captured the event. These events are uploaded from the memory card inserted into the receiver. If the memory card is removed, the events will not be accessible.

NOTE

Date and time stamps are created using the date and time on your smartphone or tablet and not the receiver.

To open the event log:

1. Tap .

2. Tap the UID for the system.

A list of events appears from the last half day. If you wish to view an event which took place prior to the current date, use the search feature detailed below.

3. Tap an event to preview the video recording.

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4. Use the buttons to control video playback:

• Tap and drag the progress bar to change playback time.

• Tap / to start / stop playback.

• Tilt your smartphone or tablet to view in landscape mode, or hold upright to view in portrait mode.

NOTE

Only one device may use video playback at a time.

You can also search for events by specifying a time frame or specific channels.

To search for events:

1. Tap .

2. Tap the UID for the system.

A list of events appears.

3. From the event list, tap .

4. Choose a time frame to search for video, or tap Custom to configure the start time, end time, and channels included. Tap Done to begin the search.

A list of recordings that meet the specifications of your search appears.

5. Tap any recording to preview it on your device.

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6. Use the buttons to control video playback:

• Tap and drag the progress bar to change playback time.

• Tap / to start / stop playback.

• Tilt your smartphone or tablet to view in landscape mode, or hold upright to view in portrait mode.

NOTE

Only one device may use video playback at a time.

18.2.4

Modify Password

Change the password used for remote access to the system. You can also revert the password to the default directly on the receiver (default password: 000000).

To modify your password:

1. Tap next to the system name.

2. Tap Advanced Setting.

3. Tap Modify Password.

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4. Enter the following information:

• Old: Enter the current password for the system.

• New: Enter a new password.

• Confirm: Reenter the new password.

5. Tap OK.

To revert to the default password:

1. Press , then push the joystick to select Settings.

2. Select Network.

3. Select Reset Password.

4. Select Yes.

Press to exit.

18.2.5

Setting Alert Interval

The alert interval determines the minimum amount of time between motion alerts on your smartphone / tablet. You may want to increase the interval length to decrease the frequency of alerts on your smartphone / tablet, or even turn smartphone / tablet alerts off. By default, the alert interval is set to 3 minutes.

1. Ensure that your smartphone / tablet has push notifications enabled. See the instruction manual provided with your mobile device for details.

2. Tap next to the system name.

3. Tap Advanced Setting.

4. Tap Alert Interval.

5. Tap one of the time intervals to set the minimum time between motion alerts. Select

OFF to turn off motion alerts on your smartphone / tablet.

18.2.6

Setting Video Quality

Video quality affects the smoothness of the live video feed on your smartphone or tablet.

Video smoothness is affected by connection speed.

1. Tap next to the system name.

2. Tap Advanced Setting.

3. Tap Video Quality.

4. Tap High, Medium, or Low. High video quality results in the most bandwidth consumption, which requires a high speed connection. Reduce quality if video is choppy.

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18.2.7

Sharing Snapshots

Share snapshots with friends and family via e-mail.

1. Tap .

2. Tap the name of the system you wish to share snapshots from.

3. Tap .

4. Tap the snapshot you want to share, then tap

5. Select Email Photo to share the snapshot.

6. Enter the recipient’s email address and tap Send.

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18.3

Lorex SD Pro for Android Devices

18.3.1

Getting Started

Use the following instructions to view your camera(s) over the Internet using your Android™ smartphone or tablet.

1. Connect the included Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the LCD receiver to your wireless router. The network icon on the receiver turns green ( ).

• You may need to turn the receiver off and on again for it to connect to your network.

2. Connect to your home WiFi Internet using your smartphone or tablet. See the user guide provided with your Android™ device for details.

3. Download the freeLorex SD Pro app from the Google Play Store.

4. Tap the Lorex SD Pro icon ( ).

5. Tap Click here to add device.

6. Enter a personalized name for the system in the Name field, then enter the password

(default 000000).

7. Tap Scan to scan the QR code.

Enter the UID number manually. The UID number is printed below the QR code on the back of the receiver.

8. Tap OK. The system will show in your device list with an "Online" status.

9. Tap the name of the system. You will be asked to enter a new, secure password.

Write your password down for future reference: _____________________________

Live video from the camera(s) appears on your smartphone or tablet.

NOTE

It is recommended to keep the receiver connected to an electrical outlet so the battery does not lose power.

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8. Snapshot: Tap to take a snapshot of the current video display. See 18.3.5 Viewing

18.3.2

Live Viewing

1. System information: The system name followed by the channel currently displayed.

2. Network status

3. Viewing resolution: Streaming resolution for the video feed.

4. Channel button: Tap to choose which channel to display.

5. Video quality: Speed of video decoding. Speed of video decoding. Higher quality results in greater bandwidth consumption, which requires a higher connection speed.

Reduce quality if video is choppy.

6. Live video

7. Image gallery: Tap to view snapshot images taken using the app.

Snapshots, page 54

9. Mute: Tap to mute or unmute sound from the current camera.

10. Intercom: Tap to enable two-way audio with the currently selected camera. Tap again to disable or listen for a response.

18.3.3

Event Log

NOTE

Date and time stamps are created using the date and time on your smartphone or tablet and not the receiver.

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To open the event log:

1. Tap next to the system name.

2. Tap View Event.

A list of events appears from the last half day. If you wish to view an event which took place prior to the current date, use the search feature detailed below.

3. Tap an event to preview the video recording.

4. Use the buttons to control video playback:

• Tap and drag the progress bar to change playback time.

• Tap / to start / pause playback, or tap to stop playback.

• Tilt your smartphone or tablet to view in landscape mode, or hold upright to view in portrait mode.

NOTE

Only one device may use video playback at a time.

You can also search for events by specifying a time frame or specific channels.

To search for events:

1. Tap next to the system name.

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2. Tap View Event.

3. Tap .

4. Choose a time frame to search for video, or tap Custom to configure the start time, end time, and channels included. Tap Done to begin the search.

A list of recordings that meet the specifications of your search appears.

5. Tap any recording to preview it on your device.

6. Use the buttons to control video playback:

• Tap and drag the progress bar to change playback time.

• Tap / to start / pause playback, or tap to stop playback.

• Tilt your smartphone or tablet to view in landscape mode, or hold upright to view in portrait mode.

NOTE

Only one device may use video playback at a time.

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18.3.4

Modify Password

Change the password used for remote access to the system. You can also revert the password to the default directly on the receiver (default password: 000000)

To modify your password:

1. Tap next to the system name.

2. Tap Edit Device.

3. Tap Advanced.

4. Tap Modify Password.

5. Enter the following information:

• Old: Enter the current password for the system.

• New: Enter a new password.

• Confirm: Reenter the new password.

6. Tap OK.

To revert to the default password:

1. Press , then push the joystick to select Settings.

2. Select Network.

3. Select Reset Password.

4. Select Yes.

5. Press to exit.

18.3.5

Viewing Snapshots

View snapshots taken with the cameras using the app.

1. Tap next to the system name.

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2. Tap View Snapshot.

3. Tap any picture to view it in full screen.

18.3.6

Setting Alert Interval

1. Ensure that your smartphone / tablet has push notifications enabled. See the instruction manual provided with your mobile device for details.

2. Tap next to the system name.

3. Tap Edit Device.

4. Tap Advanced.

5. Tap Alert Interval.

6. Tap one of the time intervals to set the minimum time between motion alerts. Select

Unlimited to receive alerts whenever a motion event occurs, or select OFF to turn off motion alerts on your smartphone / tablet.

18.3.7

Setting Video Quality

Video quality affects the smoothness of the live video feed on your smartphone or tablet.

1. Tap next to the system name.

2. Tap Edit Device.

3. Tap Advanced.

4. Tap the dropdown menu next to Video Quality.

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