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Instruction Manual LNR100 SERIES #; r. 2.0/23308/23308; en-US...
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Thank you for purchasing this product. Lorex is committed to providing our customers with a high quality, reliable security solution. This manual refers to the following models: LNR140 Series (4–Channel) LNR180 Series (8–Channel) For the latest online manual, downloads and product updates, and to learn about our complete line of accessory products, please visit our website at: www.lorextechnology.com...
Service ..................3 Use..................3 LNR100 Series Features ...............4 LNR100 Series Getting Started..............6 LNR100 Series Front Panel ..............7 LNR100 Series Rear Panel ..............8 Basic Setup (LNR100 Series) ..............9 Step 1: Connect the IP Cameras ............ 9 Step 2: Connect the Mouse............9 Step 3: Connect the Ethernet Cable ..........
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Table of contents Backup..................... 32 12.1 Formatting the USB Device ............32 12.2 Backing up Video..............32 12.3 Using Video Clip Backup ............34 12.4 Viewing Backup Files..............34 Managing Passwords and User Accounts..........38 13.1 Changing Passwords..............38 13.2 Adding Users ................
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Table of contents 15.3 Step 2 of 3: Obtain the system’s Device ID........72 15.4 Step 3 of 3: Connect to the System Over the Internet ......72 Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac ..........76 16.1 Home Page ................76 16.2 Live View ................
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19.2.3 Step 3 of 4: Enable DDNS on the System ......156 19.2.4 Step 4 of 4: Connect to the System’s DDNS Address ... 157 Connecting a PTZ Camera (LNR100 Series) ........161 20.1 Controlling a PTZ Camera (Local NVR) ........161 20.2...
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Table of contents 22.3 Display ................. 170 22.4 Recording ................170 22.5 Playback and Backup .............. 171 22.6 Storage & Archive ..............171 22.7 Connectivity................171 22.8 General ................171 22.9 Recording Resolution (Pixels) & Speed (FPS — Frames per second) ................
Important Safeguards In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacturing proc- ess of your product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility too. This sheet lists important information that will help to en- sure your enjoyment and proper use of the product and accessory equipment.
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Important Safeguards 5. Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your location, consult your video dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
Important Safeguards 17. Camera Installation - Cameras are not intended for submersion in water. Not all cam- eras can be installed outdoors. Check your camera environmental rating to confirm if they can be installed outdoors. When installing cameras outdoors, installation in a sheltered area is required.
LNR100 Series Features Features • High definition 1080p Recording Real-time recording at 30fps per channel • 4 Built in PoE (Power Over Ethernet) ports providing video and power on a single Ether- net cable Automatically detects compatible IP cameras in the network •...
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LNR100 Series Features NOTE Real time recording on 4 Channels at 1080p (1920x1080), 8 channels at 720p (1280x720). Compatible with Lorex 1080p wired PoE HD cameras only. For a list of compatible cameras, please visit www.lorextechnology.com/support NVR includes 4 built in PoE ports. Up to 4 cameras can be added to 8–channel models with the addi- tion of a PoE switch (sold separately, www.lorextechnology.com).
LNR100 Series Getting Started The system comes with the following components: Power adapter x 2 Network Video Recorder Mouse (1 x for PoE switch, 1 x for NVR) Quick start guides Ethernet cable HDMI cable Hard drive size, number of channels, and camera configuration may vary by model. Please refer to your package for specific content details.
LNR100 Series Front Panel 1. NET: Glows when network is in normal state. Turns off for network error. 2. Power Indicator: Glows to indicate the system is on. 3. HDD: Glows to indicate hard drive is in normal state. Turns off when there is a hard drive error.
LNR100 Series Rear Panel 1. DC 48V: Port for 48V DC power adapter (included) that supplies power to the cameras connected to the PoE ports. 2. DC 12V: Port for 12V DC power adapter (included) that supplies power to the NVR.
• Connect cameras to the PoE ports on the rear panel of the NVR using Cat5e or higher grade Ethernet cable. The cameras will appear on the NVR without any additional con- figuration when the system starts up. NOTE You must use Lorex IP cameras. Visit www.lorextechnology.com/support for a list of cameras compati- ble with this system.
Basic Setup (LNR100 Series) 6.4 Step 4: Connect the Monitor • Connect the included HDMI cable from the HDMI port to the TV or monitor (recommended). • Connect a VGA cable (not included) from the VGA port to the monitor.
Basic Setup (LNR100 Series) 6.6 Step 6: Connect the Power Adapter to Power the NVR • Connect the included 12V power adapter to the DC 12V port. This will power on the NVR. At startup, the system performs a basic system check and runs an initial loading sequence.
Basic Setup (LNR100 Series) 6.7 Step 6: Upgrade Firmware to Latest Version (if Available) If a firmware upgrade is available, you will be asked to install it once the system starts up. It is required to upgrade your system firmware and client software or mobile apps to the lat- est version to enable remote connection to the system.
• See 15 Connecting to Your System Over the Internet on PC or Mac, page 71. • See 17 Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps, page 102. Connectivity using Lorex’s free DDNS service is also available, but requires the ports listed above to be port forwarded on your router.
NVR before they will show a picture on the monitor or be recorded by the NVR. Follow the steps below to connect the cameras to the NVR over the LAN. NOTE You must use Lorex IP cameras. Visit www.lorextechnology.com/support for a list of cameras compatible with this system.
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Basic Setup (LNR100 Series) Step 1 of 2 — Option B: Connecting cameras to your local network using power adapters: 1. Connect the cameras to a compatible power adapter (visit www.lorextechnology.com for compatible power adapters for your cameras). 2. Connect the camera to your router using a CAT5e or higher Ethernet cable.
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Basic Setup (LNR100 Series) 5. Click Add. The Status indicator turns green to show the camera is successfully connected. 6. Click OK to save changes. NOTE You can also add a camera to a specific channel by hovering the mouse over an empty channel in split- screen view and clicking .
Mouse Control The mouse is the primary control device for the system. To connect a USB mouse: • Connect a USB mouse to the USB port on the front or rear panel. 1. Left-button: • In live view, click to open the Navigation Bar. Right-click to close the navigation bar. •...
Using the System Use the system’s graphical on-screen display to navigate menus and configure options and settings. 8.1 On-Screen Display The system shows the following for all display views: 1. Display area: • Double-click on a channel to view in full-screen; double-click again to return to split screen.
Using the System 8.2 Using the Quick Menu The Quick menu gives you access to the system’s key functions. To access the Quick Menu, right-click the screen during live view. The Quick Menu has the following options: • View: Select a camera in full-screen or select a multi-channel display. •...
Using the System 2. Adjust the Hue, Brightness, Contrast, and Saturation settings that the camera will use. To enable custom Gain controls, check Gain and use the slider to configure the gain level. Use Color mode to select a preset color profile. NOTE •...
Using the System To access the Camera Toolbar: • Move the mouse to the top of the channel display. The Camera Toolbar has the follow- ing options: 1. Quick Playback. 2. Digital Zoom. 3. Real-time backup. 4. Not supported. 5. Not supported. 8.6.1 Using Quick Playback Quick Playback is used to playback the last 5~60 minutes of video from the selected chan- nel.
Using the System To use Real-time Backup: 1. Insert the USB flash drive or external hard drive into one of the USB ports on the system. 2. Move your mouse to the top of the channel display and click to start Real-time Backup.
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Using the System 3. Adjust the zoom and focus using the following options: • Use the sliders to adjust the Zoom WIDE or Focus settings for the camera. NOTE Hover the mouse over the sliders and use the mouse wheel to adjust by 1% at a time. •...
Setting The Time CAUTION It is highly recommended to set the date and time when first setting up your system. Inaccurate time stamps may render your footage unusable for court evidence. To set the date and time: 1. In the main viewing mode, right-click and click Main Menu. 2.
Setting The Time To configure automatic daylight savings time updates: 1. In the General menu, check DST to enable auto Daylight Savings Time updates. 2. Click Set to adjust the start time and end time of Daylight Savings. • Day of Week: Check to set the start and end time based on a day and week (e.g. 2nd Sunday in March).
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Setting The Time To sync your system with an Internet time server: 1. In the General menu, check NTP to sync your system with an Internet time server. 2. Click Set to configure NTP settings. • Server IP: The address of the NTP server you would like to use. It is recommended to leave the default setting.
Recording By default, the system is set to immediately record video from connected cameras contin- uously, 24 hours a day. You can customize the recording settings according to your needs. 10.1 Video Recording Types The system supports the following recording types. •...
Recording 2. Under Record Mode, select how the system will record the Main Stream for each channel. • Schedule: Main Stream Recording will follow the recording schedule. • Manual: The system will record the Main Stream continuously as long as this option is checked.
Search (Playback) Search mode is used to navigate and playback recorded video files on the system. 11.1 Playing Back Video from the Hard Drive 1. From live view, right-click and then click Search. 2. Log in using the system user name (default: admin) and password (default: 000000). 3.
Search (Playback) 11.2 Playback Controls 1. Select playback device. 2. Calendar: Select the day to playback. 3. Channel select: Select channels to playback. 4. Video clip backup: Select video clip start and end times. 5. Backup video clip: Click to save selected clip. 6.
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Search (Playback) 4. Click From ReadWrite Hdd and select From IO Device. Click Browse to open the USB drive and manually select the video file. 5. Double click the video file you would like to open. #; r. 2.0/23308/23308; en-US...
Backup Backup video files to external USB flash drive (not included) or self-powered USB external hard drive (not included). NOTE USB devices must be formatted in the FAT32 file format to be used with the system. 12.1 Formatting the USB Device It is recommended to format your USB device before using it with the system.
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VLC Media Player is a free software available from www.videolan.org. VLC Media Player is not supported by Lorex. • Start Time/End Time: Select the start and end time for your search. 7. Click Add. A list of files that match your search criteria appears.
The Player is PC compatible only. For Mac users, make sure to save backup files in .asf format (select ASF under File Format). You can playback .asf backup video files in VLC Media Player (free download from www.videolan.org) on PC or Mac. VLC Media Player is not supported by Lorex. #; r. 2.0/23308/23308; en-US...
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Backup To view backup video files using the Player (PC only): 1. Insert the USB device into your computer. Open the USB device in Windows Explorer. 2. Double click the SmartPlayer.exe . 3. Double click one of the files on the left to begin playback. Click to open a back up video file in another location.
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Backup 2. Display Area: Select the split-screen mode. Double-click a video file to expand. Click the controls inside the display area to do the following: • : View information about the video file. • : Start/stop a manual recording from the video file. •...
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Managing Passwords and User Accounts By default, the system user name is admin and the password is 000000. Passwords are enabled by default and are required to access the Main Menu or connect to the system us- ing a computer or mobile device. You will be prompted to create a custom password after you connect for the first time.
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Managing Passwords and User Accounts To add a user account: 1. From Live View, right-click and then select Main Menu. 2. If prompted, enter the system user name (default: admin) and password (default: 000000). 3. Click and select Account. 4. Click Add User. 5.
Managing Passwords and User Accounts 13.3 Modifying Users 1. In the Account menu, click the user account and then click Modify User. 2. Update the user’s account details as needed, and then click OK to save changes. 13.4 Deleting Users 1.
Managing Passwords and User Accounts 5. Configure the following: • Under Group Name, enter a name for the group. • Under Memo, enter an optional comment for this group. • Under Authority, check the permissions that the group will have. User accounts as- signed to this group can not be given any permissions the group does not have.
Using the Main Menu To open the Main Menu: • Using the Mouse: Right-click and click Main Menu. NOTE The system password may be required to access the Main Menu. By default the user name is admin and the password is 000000. 1.
Using the Main Menu 14.1 Setting The Setting menu allows you to configure general system, schedule, network, recording, display, and motion settings. It also allows you to restore the system to factory defaults. 14.1.1 Configuring General System Settings The General menu allows you to configure the time and general system settings. NOTE For details on setting the system time, see 9 Setting The Time, page 24.
Using the Main Menu 2. Configure the following: • Date Separator: Select if you would like a dot (.), dash (-), or slash (/) to separate the date display. • Time Format: Select 24-HOUR or 12-HOUR. • Language: Select the system language. Available languages are English, French, and Spanish.
Using the Main Menu To configure holidays: 1. From the Main Menu, click and then click General. 2. Check Holiday to enable holidays. 3. Click Setup to select holidays. Click days in the calendar to select them as holidays. Selected holidays are highlighted in blue. Click OK to configure. NOTE Adding a holiday also adds the same date as a holiday for future years.
Using the Main Menu To configure recording quality settings: 1. From the Main Menu, click and then click Recording. 2. Configure the following settings. Settings for the Main Stream are in the left column. Settings for the Sub Stream are in the right column. •...
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Using the Main Menu To configure privacy zones: 1. From the Main Menu, click and then click Recording. 2. Click Overlay. 3. Under Cover-Area, check Monitor to enable privacy zones. 4. Check 1, 2, 3, or 4 to enable up to 4 privacy zones. 5.
Using the Main Menu Result 14.1.5 Configuring the Recording Schedule You can set a custom recording schedule according to your needs. For example, you can set the system to record continuously during business hours and record on motion detec- tion only outside of business hours. A custom recording schedule can help reduce the amount of hard drive space required and increase the time your system can retain recordings.
Using the Main Menu 4. Configure up to 6 separate schedule periods. • Configure the start and end time for the time period on the left. • Check the types of recording that will apply to the time period on the right: Continu- ous, MD (Motion Detection), Alarm, or MD&Alarm.
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Using the Main Menu 4. Click Setup next to Region to configure which areas of the image will be enabled for motion detection. A grid will appear over the camera’s live view. Motion Grid • Areas enabled for motion detection are shown in color and areas that are disabled are transparent.
Using the Main Menu 7. To configure a schedule when motion detection will be enabled on this channel, click Setup next to Period. • Configure times when motion detection will be enabled. For example, you may want to disable motion detection during business hours and enable it outside of business hours.
Using the Main Menu To configure display settings: 1. From the Main Menu, click and then click Display. 2. Configure the following, as needed: • Resolution: Select the correct resolution for your monitor. The system will reboot when you save changes. •...
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Using the Main Menu 2. Click Modify next to Channel Name. 3. Under Channel Name, select Local to set the name the NVR will use for each chan- nel. Select Remote to set the name the camera will use to identify itself. 4.
Using the Main Menu 14.2 Advanced Configure HDD, user accounts, and error functions. Configure auto-restart. Save/restore system configuration. Access Recording Menu. The following menus are described elsewhere in this manual: • Record: Allows you to configure manual/scheduled recording. See 10.3 Setting up Scheduled or Manual Recording, page 27.
Using the Main Menu 2. Check the menus you would like to reset to default settings. 3. Click OK. 14.2.3 Formatting Hard Drives You must format hard drives before you may use them with the system. CAUTION Formatting the HDD erases all data on the hard disk. This step cannot be undone. System settings will not be erased.
Using the Main Menu • Read/Write: Normal recording hard drive. • Read only: Do not record on the hard drive. To select hard drive types: 1. From the Main Menu, click >HDD Management. 2. Under Set to, select the hard drive type. 3.
Using the Main Menu 14.2.6 Saving Your System Configuration to a USB Flash Drive The system allows you to save your current system configuration to a USB flash drive (not included). This is useful if you want to backup your current settings. NOTE This function only saves settings created in system menus.
Using the Main Menu 2. Click >Network. 3. Check DHCP to use DHCP or un-check to use a static IP address. If you un-check DHCP, configure the following: • IP Address. • Subnet Mask. • Gateway. • Preferred DNS. • Alternate DNS. 4.
4. Click OK to save changes. 14.3.3 Configuring DDNS Lorex DDNS is available as an optional connectivity option. Please see 19 DDNS Setup (Advanced), page 148 for details. The primary connectivity option uses FLIR Cloud™ to connect to your system over the In- ternet without requiring port forwarding or DDNS registration.
Using the Main Menu 5. Double-click DDNS. 6. Configure the following: • Ensure Enable is checked. The box will be white when DDNS is enabled. • Under Domain Name, enter the Domain Name/URL Request your received in the email after registering for DDNS. •...
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Using the Main Menu 3. Click Network Setting. 4. Check Email. Double-click Email. If you want to use Lorex’s email server (recommended): 1. Check Lorex Mail. #; r. 2.0/23308/23308; en-US...
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Using the Main Menu 2. Configure the following: • Receiver: Enter the email address that will receive alerts. • Sender: Enter the sender’s email address. • Attachment: Check to include a jpg image attachment of the camera. • Subject: Enter the subject line for email alerts. •...
Using the Main Menu If you want to use your own email server (advanced): 1. Configure the following: • SMTP Server: Enter the SMTP server address. • Port: Enter the port used by the SMTP server. • Anonymous: Check if your server supports anonymous log ins. Otherwise, leave this unchecked.
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Using the Main Menu 3. Click Network Setting. 4. Double-click Switch Settings. 5. Configure the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway for the internal PoE switch. 6. Click OK. Click Save to save changes. The system will restart. #; r. 2.0/23308/23308; en-US...
Using the Main Menu 14.4 Info The Info menu contains the following menus showing system information. 14.4.1 HDD Info The HDD Info menu shows information related to the hard drive installed in the system, in- cluding capacity, status, and type. Click View recording time to see the start and end times of recordings saved on the hard drives.
Using the Main Menu 2. Click >Log. 3. Under Type, select the log type to search for. 4. Under Start Time and End Time, select the start and end time for your search. 5. Click Search. 6. (Optional) Click Backup to export logs to a USB flash drive connected to the system. 14.4.4 Version Firmware upgrades provide enhanced functionality.
Using the Main Menu 4. Right-click and then select Main Menu. Then click >Version. 5. Click Start to update firmware. Wait for the firmware upgrade to complete. WARNING Do not remove the USB flash drive until the upgrade process is complete or power off the system during the upgrade process.
Using the Main Menu 14.4.6 Network Info The Network Info menu shows you the system’s inbound and outbound network traffic. It also allows you to test your connection to other devices over the LAN or Internet. To access the Network Info menu: 1.
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Using the Main Menu 14.5 Shutdown Use the Shutdown menu to shutdown, restart, or log out of the system. To access the Shutdown menu: 1. From live view, right-click and select Main Menu. Login if prompted. 2. Click >Shutdown. 3. Select one of the following: •...
Connecting to Your System Over the Internet on PC or Mac This system features connectivity using the exclusive FLIR Cloud™. This cloud-enabled service allows for Internet connectivity without requiring any network configuration. Up to 3 devices may connect to the system at the same time. NOTE •...
Connecting to Your System Over the Internet on PC or Mac 3. Reconnect the power adapter to power the system back on. 15.3 Step 2 of 3: Obtain the system’s Device ID The Device ID is a unique code that allows your system to handshake with FLIR Cloud™ servers for a secure connection over the Internet.
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Connecting to Your System Over the Internet on PC or Mac 3. Log into the Client Software using the Client Software user name (default: admin) and password (default: admin) and then click Login. 4. Click Add Device. 5. Enter the following: #;...
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Connecting to Your System Over the Internet on PC or Mac 5.1. Device Name: Choose a name for your system of your choice. 5.2. Device ID: Manually enter the Device ID printed on the label. 5.3. Client Port: Enter the Client Port (default: 35000). 5.4.
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Connecting to Your System Over the Internet on PC or Mac 9. Click and drag Default Group to the display window to open your cameras in live view. Congratulations! You can now connect over the Internet to view and playback video on your computer.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac FLIR Cloud™ Client allows you to connect to multiple systems from a PC or Mac. 16.1 Home Page The Home Page allows you to access all the tabs within the software. Each tab allows you to access different features.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 16.2.1 Live View Controls 1. Live display: Double-click to expand the area. Right-click to access additional options. Hold the mouse over the display area to access the camera toolbar. Camera toolbar: 1.1. Streaming quality: Shows the bitrate and resolution for the stream, and shows if display is showing the Sub Stream or Main Stream.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac Full-screen: Click to open full-screen mode. Press ESC to exit full-screen mode. Save view: Click to save the current display layout and open cameras as a view. Then enter a name for the view. Start/stop tour: Click to start the tour.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 2. Click and drag the tab outside of the client window to create a new window. You can drag the window to one of the secondary monitors. Result 16.3 Controlling PTZ Cameras If you have PTZ cameras (not included), you can control them using the client.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac PTZ controls: 1. Open menu: Click to open camera OSD menu controls. This feature may not be sup- ported for all camera models. 2. Move camera: Click the arrows to move the camera. Click to open dynamic zoom mode.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 3. Select the number of the preset you would like to add. 4. Move the camera to the desired position. 5. Click to save the current position as a preset. To go to a saved preset: 1.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 5. Use the chart to select which presets you would like to include in the tour and the order of presets. • Preset: Select the preset number. • Time(s): Enter the time in seconds the camera will remain on the selected preset. •...
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 16.3.4 PTZ Scan Scan automatically cycles between a left and right point. To set up scan mode: 1. Click to open the Advanced controls. Select Scan. 2. Move the camera to the desired left position and click 3.
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Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac To playback video: 1. Check the channels you would like to play back from in the Device List. 2. Under Type, check the file types you would like to search for. • All: All recordings. •...
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 16.5 Playback Controls 1. Display area: Double-click to expand/return to split-screen mode. Hold the mouse over the display area to open the camera toolbar. • Snapshot: Click to save a snapshot. • Digital zoom: Click to enable digital zoom mode.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 16. Download list: Click to see a list of files you have downloaded and the progress of files that are currently downloading. 17. Search: Search for video on the selected channels based on the search parameters you set.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac NOTE To retrieve downloaded video files: • PC Users: Browse to the folders listed in General>File. • Mac Users: Browse to the folders listed in General>File. To get to the default location, open Applica- tions in Finder, right click on FLIR Cloud Client and select Show Package Contents.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 4. Options: Check to enable the following: • Display Link Video: Open live video to monitor alarms on a continuous basis. • Display Overlay Window: Show the overlay controls. They allow you to enable/dis- able sound alerts and quickly jump back to the Alarm menu from another tab.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 1. Click Device Log to view logs from connected systems. 2. Configure the following: • Start Time/End Time: Select the start and end times to search for logs. • Log Type: Select the type of logs to search for. •...
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Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 3. Configure the following: • Name: Enter a name for your e-map of your choice. • Picture: Click File and then select a .png, .bmp, or .jpg image on your computer to use as the e-map.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 2. Double-click cameras on the map to open live video. 16.10 Devices The Devices menu is where you can manage systems connected to the client software. To access the Devices menu: • Click and then click Devices overview: 1.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 11. Edit: Edit the connection details for the system. 16.11 Device Config The Device Config menu allows you to remotely configure settings for connected systems. To access the Device Config menu: • Click and then click •...
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Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 3. In the Alarm sources menu, you set up the parameters that trigger the alarm. • Under Alarm Type, select the alarm type that will trigger an alarm. For example, you can select Motion Detect for the alarm to be triggered by motion. •...
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Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 4. In the Alarm link menu, you set up the responses to alarms. Select the channels that will pop up or alarm out devices (not included; not all systems support alarm out devi- ces) that will be triggered by an alarm.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac To manage alarms: 1. Export: Export current list of alarms as an xml file. 2. Import: Import list of alarms. 3. Delete: Delete selected alarm. 4. Add: Add new alarm. 5. Alarms. 6.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac 3. Under Name, enter a name for your view. 4. Under Stay Time, enter the number of seconds the view will be shown before the cli- ent switches to the next view. 5.
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Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac To create a user account: 1. Click Add. 2. Configure the following settings for the user account: • User Name: Enter a user name for the account. • Role: Select the role for the user account. By default, the user account gains all the permissions of the role selected, but you can deactivate permissions as needed.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac To delete a user account: 1. Click next to the user account you would like to delete. Click OK to confirm. 16.14.2 Managing Roles Roles make it easier to manage user accounts by determining the permissions an individu- al user account can have.
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac To delete a user account: 1. Click next to the role you would like to delete. Click OK to confirm. 16.15 General The General menu is where you can configure application settings for the client software. To access the General menu: •...
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac The File menu contains the following options: • Snapshot Path: Click Browse to select the default folder to save snapshots. • Record Path: Click Browse to select the default folder to save video recordings. •...
Using FLIR Cloud™ Client for PC or Mac • Motion Detect: Select or preview the sound that will play for motion detection. • Video Loss: Select or preview the sound that will play for video loss alarms. • Disk Full: Select or preview the sound that will play for disk full alarms. •...
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps The system is compatible with iPhone, iPad and Android devices. Platform App Name Get App From iPhone/iPad FLIR Cloud™ Apple App Store Android FLIR Cloud™ Google Play Store www.lorextechnology.com/support for the latest list of supported apps and devices. 17.1 iPhone FLIR Cloud™...
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 5.1. Tap Scan QR Code and line up the QR code on the top of your system using the camera on your mobile device. Under Device ID, manually enter the Device ID printed on the label. 5.2.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps Live View Overview 1. Menu: Tap to bring up the Menu. 2. Display Area: Double-tap to open a channel in full screen. Swipe left or right to select a different page of channels. 3.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 2. Tap to open PTZ controls. PTZ Controls 1. Live Display: Swipe to move the camera. Pinch to zoom in/out. 2. Focus: Tap to show focus controls. 3. Zoom: Tap to show zoom controls. 4.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps Local Files Overview 1. Menu: Return to Menu. 2. Files: Tap to open files. 3. File Type: Tap the options to select video files or snapshots. 4. Options: Tap to delete or export files to your device’s local storage. NOTE Exported snapshots and video files are saved to the Photos app.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 3. Select the date then the start and end times to playback. 4. Use the on-screen controls to control playback. Playback Controls 4.1. Display Area: Double-tap to open in full-screen. 4.2. Play/pause.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps NOTE Your cameras must have motion detection activated to receive push notifications. To enable Push Notifications: 1. Tap to access the Menu, and then tap Push Config. 2. Tap the system you would like to configure. #;...
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 3. Tap Motion Detect and then check each channel you would like to receive push notifi- cations from. 4. Tap to save changes. You will now receive a notification when one of the selected cameras detect motion.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps Event List Overview 1. Events: Shows the details of each motion detection event. Tap the event to view the video or snapshot. 2. Delete All: Tap to delete all events in the Event List. NOTE To delete a single event, swipe it to the left and then tap Delete.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 4. Select the cameras you would like to add to the group. Tap to save changes. NOTE To delete cameras that have been added to the group, select the group in the group list. Then, swipe left and tap Delete.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 2. Tap 3. Select a .jpg image on your mobile device. 4. Press and select a camera. Drag the camera on the screen to place it on the map. Repeat to add additional cameras. 5.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 2. Select the E-Map in the Device List. 3. Tap the camera or cameras to select and then tap Connect to open the cameras. 17.1.11 Device Manager You can use Device List to add, delete, or edit your systems. To access Device Manager: •...
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps To delete a system: 1. Tap the system you would like to delete. 2. Tap . Tap OK to confirm. 17.1.12 Adding Devices Using an IP or DDNS Address (Advanced) The app can connect directly to a device via the IP address or DDNS address as an op- tional advanced connectivity method or for systems that do not support FLIR Cloud™.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 2.6. Password: Enter the system’s Password (default: 000000). 3. Tap Connect. You will be prompted to change the system password. 4. Enter a new 6 character password and tap OK. This password will be used to log on to your system from now on.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 17.2 iPad FLIR Cloud™ is an iPad app that allows you to remotely view your system. 17.2.1 Prerequisites • Connect your system to your router using an Ethernet cable (included). • Make sure to upgrade your system to the latest firmware version. You must have the latest firmware and mobile apps to connect to the system over the Internet.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 6.1. Tap Start Scanning and line up the QR code on the top of the system using the camera on your device. Under Device ID, manually enter the Device ID printed on the label. 6.2.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps Live View Overview 1. Display area: Double-tap to open camera in full screen. 2. Favorites: Slide to select favorites. 3. Disconnect: Disconnect from all open cameras. 4. Add to favorites: Add the current view to favorites. 5.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 2. Slide the middle controls to the right to access PTZ controls. PTZ Controls 1. Live display: Swipe to move the camera. Pinch to zoom in/out. 2. Direction buttons: Tap to move the camera. 3.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps NOTE You must enable Substream Recording to use playback mode on mobile devices. To use Playback Mode: 1. From Live View tap then 2. In Portrait Mode: Tap +, select the start time and end time for your search, and select the camera you would like to playback.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps Playback Controls 1. Display area: Double-tap to open camera in full screen. 2. Play/pause. 3. Previous file. 4. Disconnect: Disconnect from the currently selected camera. 5. Not supported. 6. Snapshot: Tap to take a snapshot from the currently selected camera. 7.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 3. Tap a video file to open it. To delete videos: 1. Tap Edit. 2. Select the videos you would like to delete and tap 17.2.7 Enabling Push Notifications You can have the app send push notifications to the notifications area on your device when one of your cameras detects motion.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps NOTE Your cameras must have motion detection activated to receive push notifications. To enable Push Notifications: 1. From live view, tap then 2. Tap Push Config. 3. Tap the slider for the system you would like to configure. #;...
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 4. Tap Motion Detect then check each channel you would like to receive push notifica- tions from. 5. Under Type, select Playback to attach a video file with each push notification. Or, se- lect Picture to attach a still image of the camera that detected motion.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 17.2.9 Using Favorites Favorites allows you to select a group of cameras as a favorite. You can then quickly bring up the group of cameras in Live View without having to individually select each camera. To create favorites: 1.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 17.2.10 Using the E-Map E-Map allows you to place cameras over a still image. For example, you can use the E- Map to create a virtual map of your cameras over a floor plan of your home or business. To add an E-Map: 1.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 4.1. Select Image: Select different image file to use for your E-Map. 4.2. Add Camera: Tap + to select cameras to add to your E-Map. Then drag the camera to place it on the E-Map. 4.3.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 2. Tap a camera from the E-map to open. 17.2.11 Using the Device Manager Device Manager allows you to manage your systems. To access Device Manager: 1. From live view, tap then 2.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps • You must port forward the HTTP Port (default: 80) and Client port (default: 35000) on your router to the device’s local IP address. • To ensure connectivity, it is highly recommended to register for a free DDNS domain to use with your system.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 6.6. Password: Enter the system’s Password (default: 000000) 6.7. Channel Amount: Enter the number of channels your system has. 7. Tap Start Live View. You will be prompted to change the system password. 8.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 17.3 Android FLIR Cloud™ allows you to remotely view your system on Android devices. 17.3.1 Prerequisites • Connect your system to your router using an Ethernet cable (included). • Make sure to upgrade your system to the latest firmware version. You must have the latest firmware and mobile apps to connect to the system over the Internet.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 5.2. Name: Choose a name for your system of your choice. 5.3. Client Port: Enter the Client Port (default: 35000). 5.4. User Name: Enter the system’s Username (default: admin). 5.5. Password: Enter the system’s Password (default: 000000). 6.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 6.1. Quick Playback: Tap to start/stop quick playback. 6.2. PTZ Controls: Open/close PTZ controls. PTZ camera required (not included). 6.3. Streaming Quality: Open/close streaming quality panel. 6.4. Not supported. 6.5. Not supported. 6.6.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 4. Iris: Tap to show iris controls. 5. Goto preset: Tap to access preset controls. Then use the sliders to select a preset and then tap the checkmark to goto the preset. NOTE You must set presets for the camera using the system’s local menus before you can use this feature.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 2. Tap + and select a channel to playback. 3. Select the date then the start and end times to playback. 4. Use the on-screen controls to control playback. Playback Controls 4.1.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 17.3.7 Enabling Push Notifications You can have the app send push notifications to the notifications area on your device when one of your cameras detects motion. Once you have received a push notification, you can select it to open live video or a snapshot attachment from the camera that detected motion.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 3. Tap Motion Detect and then check each channel you would like to receive push notifi- cations from. 4. Under Push type, select Video to attach a video clip to each push notification. Or, se- lect Image to attach an image to each push notification.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 1. Tap to access the Menu, and then tap Favorites. 2. Tap a group to configure an existing group. NOTE to create a new group and then enter a name for the new group. 3.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 17.3.10 Using the E-Map E-Map allows you to place cameras over a still image. For example, you can use the E- Map to create a virtual map of your cameras over a floor plan of your home or business. To add an E-Map: 1.
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 2. Select the E-Map in the Device List. 3. Tap the camera or cameras to select and then tap Connect to open the cameras. 17.3.11 Device Manager You can use Device List to add, delete, or edit your systems. To access Device Manager: •...
Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps To delete a system: 1. Tap the system you would like to delete. 2. Tap . Tap OK to confirm. 17.3.12 Adding Devices Using an IP or DDNS Address (Advanced) The app can connect directly to a device via the IP address or DDNS address as an op- tional advanced connectivity method or for systems that do not support FLIR Cloud™.
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Connecting to your System Using Smartphone or Tablet Apps 2.6. Password: Enter the system’s Password (default: 000000). 3. Tap Connect. You will be prompted to change the system password. 4. Enter a new 6 character password and tap OK. This password will be used to log on to your system from now on.
LNR100 Series Hard Drive Installation The system comes with a pre-installed 3.5" SATA hard drive. You can replace the hard drive with one up to a maximum size of 4TB. NOTE It is recommended to use surveillance or security-certified hard drives, which are designed to be reliable over long periods of time while recording 24/7.
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LNR100 Series Hard Drive Installation 4. Turn the NVR back over and remove the cover. The easiest way to do this is to pull up on the edge that hangs over the rear panel of the unit. 5. Place the hard drive over the screw slots on the bottom of the NVR and then slide the hard drive into place.
LNR100 Series Hard Drive Installation 7. Turn the NVR over carefully. Tighten the hard drive screws (4x) to secure the hard drive. CAUTION Hold the hard drive in place when turning the NVR over to prevent damage to the NVR.
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LNR100 Series Hard Drive Installation 3. Loosen the hard drive screws (4x), but do not remove them. 4. Carefully turn the NVR over and remove the cover. The easiest way to do this is to pull up on the edge that hangs over the rear panel of the unit.
LNR100 Series Hard Drive Installation 7. Replace the cover and cover screws (6x). NOTE After installation, you must format the hard drive in order to use it with the system. See 18.3 Format- ting Hard Drives, page 147. 18.3 Formatting Hard Drives You must format hard drives before you may use them with the system.
DDNS Setup (Advanced) Free DDNS service is available as an optional connectivity method to connect to your sys- tem over the Internet. DDNS Service is not required to connect to your system, since the system supports FLIR Cloud™. For details on setting up your system using , FLIR Cloud™ see 15 Connecting to Your System Over the Internet on PC or Mac, page 71.
DDNS Setup (Advanced) 3. Reconnect the power adapter to power the system back on. 19.1.2 Step 2 of 3: Obtain the System’s Local IP Address 1. Right-click to open the Quick Menu and click Info. Enter the system user name (de- fault: admin) and password (default: 000000).
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DDNS Setup (Advanced) 3. Log into the Client Software using the Client Software user name (default: admin) and password (default: admin) and then click Login. 4. The client scans your LAN for connected systems. Check your system (a) and click Add (b).
DDNS Setup (Advanced) 7. Enter a new 6 character password and click OK. This password will be used to con- nect to your system from now on. 8. Click then 9. Click and drag Default Group to the display window to open your cameras in live view. Result 19.2 DDNS Setup—Access your System Remotely over the Internet Setting up DDNS connectivity allows you to view your system from any computer or com-...
19.2.2 Step 2 of 4: Create a DDNS Account Lorex offers a free DDNS service for use with your system. A DDNS account allows you to set up a web site address that points back to your local network. This allows you to con- nect to your system remotely.
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DDNS Setup (Advanced) 2. The My Lorex account login screen opens (if you are already logged in, skip to step 4). Create a new account or log into an existing account. To create a new account, fill in the required fields on the right and click Create Account.
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Click Save Warranty. 7. A page pops up to prompt you to register your product for Lorex DDNS. Click Set Up a New DDNS.
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9. Click Save to register your product for DDNS. A confirmation email will be sent to the email address used to register for My Lorex. You will need this information to ena- ble remote access to your system. Record your information below:...
DDNS Setup (Advanced) 19.2.3 Step 3 of 4: Enable DDNS on the System To enable DDNS in your System: 1. From live view, right-click and select Main Menu. 2. Click >Network. 3. Click Network Setting. 4. Check DDNS. 5. Double-click DDNS. #;...
DDNS Setup (Advanced) 6. Configure the following: • Ensure Enable is checked. The box will be white when DDNS is enabled. • Under Domain Name, enter the Domain Name/URL Request your received in the email after registering for DDNS. • Under User ID, enter your DDNS User Name. •...
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DDNS Setup (Advanced) 3. Log into the Client Software using the Client Software user name (default: admin) and password (default: admin) and then click Login. 4. Click Add Device. 5. Enter the following: #; r. 2.0/23308/23308; en-US...
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DDNS Setup (Advanced) 5.1. Check By IP/Domain to add a system using the DDNS address. 5.2. Device Name: Choose a name for your system of your choice. 5.3. IP/DDNS Address: Enter the Domain Name/URL Request you received in the email when you registered for DDNS followed by .lorexddns.net. NOTE For example, if your Domain Name/URL Request is tomsmith, enter tomsmith.lorexddns.net 5.4.
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DDNS Setup (Advanced) 7. Enter a new 6 character password and click OK. This password will be used to con- nect to your system from now on. 8. Click then 9. Click and drag Default Group to the display window to open your cameras in live view. Congratulations! You can now connect over the Internet to view and playback video on your computer.
Connecting a PTZ Camera (LNR100 Series) You can connect PTZ cameras (not included) to the system. You must use Lorex IP 1080p network PTZ cameras with the system. Lorex IP 1080p network PTZ cameras can accept PTZ commands directly through the Ethernet cable. There is no need to run special wiring to use PTZ cameras.
Connecting a PTZ Camera (LNR100 Series) PTZ actions 1. No.: Enter the number of the action you would like to call. 2. Pattern: Call selected pattern. A pattern will make the camera move between two user-defined points. 3. AutoScan: Run auto scan. Auto scan makes the camera automatically cycle between a left and right point.
Connecting a PTZ Camera (LNR100 Series) 4. Enter the number of the preset you want to create under Preset. 5. Click Set. 6. Right-click to return to the PTZ controls and repeat the steps above to create additional presets. To go to a preset: 1.
Connecting a PTZ Camera (LNR100 Series) 2. Select Tour. 3. Under Patrol No., select the tour you would like to configure. 4. Under Preset, select a preset you would like to add to the tour. 5. Click Add Preset. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to add additional presets to the tour.
Connecting a PTZ Camera (LNR100 Series) 2. Click Set to open the action setup menu. 3. Select Pattern. 4. Under Pattern, enter the pattern you would like to configure. 5. Click Begin to save the current camera position as the beginning of the pattern.
Connecting a PTZ Camera (LNR100 Series) To set up an auto scan: 1. Move the camera to the desired left position. 2. Click Set to open the action setup menu. 3. Select Border. 4. Click Left to save the camera’s current position as the left position in the auto scan.
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Connecting a PTZ Camera (LNR100 Series) To control the camera’s menu: 1. Click Page Switch until you get to the camera control menu. 2. Click Enter Menu to open the camera menu. 3. Click the arrows, Esc, and Enter to navigate the menu.
LNR100 Series Troubleshooting When a malfunction occurs, it may not be serious and can be corrected easily. The follow- ing describes the most common problems and solutions. Please refer to the following be- fore calling Lorex Technical Support: Error Possible Causes Solutions •...
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LNR100 Series Troubleshooting Error Possible Causes Solutions • Mouse not detected by • Mouse cable is not • Firmly connect the mouse cable to the system. firmly connected to the system. system. • Mouse is not con- nected to the system.
1 at the back, 1 at the front Alarm IN Alarm OUT Video Output Resolution 1920×1080, 1280×1024, 1280×720, 1024×768 PTZ Control Lorex IP PTZ cameras only 22.3 Display Display Split 4 ch: 1/4 8 ch: 1/4/8/9 Live Display Speed 4 ch: 120 NTSC, 100 PAL...
LNR100 Series System Specifications Post Recording Max. 5 Minutes Reliability Watch-Dog, auto-recovery after power failure Covert Video 22.5 Playback and Backup Playback Channel 4 ch: 1/4 8 ch: 1/4/8 Playback Speed Variable Max 16x Playback Players Backup Player By time & event...
Per channel Total Per channel As our products are subject to continuous improvement, Lorex Corporation and its subsid- iaries reserve the right to modify product design, specifications, and prices without notice and without incurring any obligation. E&OE #; r. 2.0/23308/23308; en-US...
Notices This product has been certified and found to comply with the limits regulated by FCC, EMC, and LVD. Therefore, it is designated to provide reasonable protection against inter- ference and will not cause interference with other appliance usage. However, it is impera- tive that the user follows the guidelines in this manual to avoid improper usage, which may result in damage to the product, electrical shock and fire hazard injury.
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Legal disclaimer As our product is subject to continuous improvement, Lorex Corporation & subsidiaries reserve the right to modify product design, specifications & prices without notice and without incurring any obligation.E&OE.