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OWNER’S MANUAL Digital Video Recorder Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. MODELS LRA3040N-NH LRA3080N-NH LRA3160N-NH (V1.0) 1602...
HDD, it must be replaced with a new one. Ask for an coffee, or other beverage. engineer’ s assistance for HDD replacement from your dealer. If liquid is poured onto the system, it can cause a system LG Electronics is not responsible for deleted data caused by breakdown or fire. user mishandling. •...
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If there are any problems or a strange noise and smell, unplug the power cable immediately and contact the service center. This may cause fire or electric shock. • In order to maintain stable system performance, have your system checked regularly by the service center. LG Electronics is not held responsible for system breakdown caused by user mishandling. There is a risk of explosion if a battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. •...
Contents Contents HDD Management Network Configuration Record Schedule General System Configuration Previewing The System Menu Main functions of the live screen Basic Operating Safety Information Moving the Channel's Position Using the digital zoom function Safety warnings and Cautions PTZ Camera Control Setup for PTZ Cameras Setting the main menu Preparation Parameter...
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Contents Web Viewer Program Logging in the Web Viewer Web Viewer Overview LIVE Playback Remote Setup General Setup Log out Troubleshooting Appendix Recommended Devices Recommended USB Memory list Recommended External Device list Supported function list for device Specifications...
Preparation Preparation Introduction Model LRA3160N-NH (16 Channel) is used for the description, operation and details provided in this operating guide. Features • H.264 video compression format, support 1080P display • Network bandwidth throttle resolution. Automatically adjust a bandwidth according to network speed • G.711 audio compression format. status of unit. •...
Preparation Accessories DVR System Remote control Mouse Simple manual (Digital Video Recorder) SATA cable SATA power cable HDD fixing screws (4EA) AC adapter Power code • AAA type batteries for remote control need to be purchased separately. Front Panel Power Indicator: Lights when the system is powered. Remote Sensor: Point the remote control here.
Rear of LRA3080N-NH RS485 DC 12 V 0.5 A AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO INPUT OUTPUT HDMI INPUT Rear of LRA3040N-NH RS485 DC 12 V 0.5 A AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO OUTPUT INPUT HDMI INPUT AUDIO IN: Connect the audio output of an external device.
Preparation Remote Control Button Description Starts or stops recording. Displays the recording search menu. Displays 2X2 split screens on the live screen. Displays 3X3 split screens on the live screen. Displays 4X4 split screens on the live screen. DISPLAY MODE Switch the screen mode sequentially.
Installation Installation Connections Precautions • Depending on the camera and other equipment there are various ways to connect the unit. Please refer to the camera manual or manuals for other devices as necessary for additional connection information. • Be sure to switch off the camera before installation and connection. Basic Connection Overview Connect PTZ cameras, DVRs or keypads...
Installation Connecting Camera Connecting Display device Connect the video output of your camera to the unit, using a standard Connect the VGA jacks on the rear of the unit to the corresponding video coaxial cable with BNC connector. input jacks on the TV or monitor using the VGA cable. Camera connection VGA Monitor connection CH15 CH13 CH11 RS485 DC 12 V 0.5 A AUDIO AUDIO INPUT...
Installation Connecting Network Connecting USB device You can control and monitor the system via network. With the remote Connecting USB device (Front) control (monitoring), you can change the system configuration or monitor the image via network. After the installation, check the network settings for the remote control and monitoring work. Network connection RS485 DC 12 V 0.5 A AUDIO AUDIO INPUT OUTPUT HDMI Broadband Service Connecting USB device (Rear) Router LAN connection Connect the LAN port to an available 10/100 base-T port with a...
Installation Connecting RS-485 device Connecting Power This DVR has two data terminals. Use this port to connect PTZ Use the adapter supplied with this device. cameras, DVRs or keypads (optional). Ensure that the audio and video input / output ports and the network cable are connected into DVR's port. RS-485 Terminal Description D - (DATA -) Data Transmission / Reception Connecting Power code D + (DATA +)
The HDD is very delicate. Handle the HDD with care and follow Cable the precautions below because even a tiny shock may damage the internal components of the HDD. Do not place the HDD on the desk or table directly. Put a - LRA3040N-NH thick cushion under the HDD because even a small shock may - LRA3080N-NH damage the internal components of the HDD. Do not use an electric screwdriver. Vibrations and shocks caused by an electric screwdriver may damage the internal components of the HDD.
Installation Replacing the Hard Disk Drive 4. Connect the SATA power cable to HDD. Turn the power of the unit off and detach the power plug from the NOTE outlet. 1. Follow steps 1 to 2 described in “Installing the Hard Disk Drive” . You must use the supplied SATA power cable. The SATA power cable that used for normal PC is not compatible with this unit.
Installation Starting System System Shutdown When you connect the power cord, the power turns on automatically If you need to turn off or reboot the system during installation, run by with starting screen as below, then starts the [Startup Wizard]. following the below steps.
Installation Startup Wizard Network Configuration The system supports PPPoE, DHCP and Static modes. The [Startup Wizard] appears on the screen when you turn on the unit for the first time. You can set the HDD Management, Record Schedule, General System Configuration and Network Configuration on the initial [Startup Wizard]. HDD Management The system automatically detects the connected HDD disks.
Installation Record Schedule General System Configuration • Date: Click the calendar icon to select the current year, • Channel: month and day . 1. Select the channel. • Time: Enter the current time. 2. Select the mode. [Continuous] / [Motion] • Date Format: Select the date display format from the 3.
Installation Previewing The System Menu You can manually starting / ending record. You can check by playing the recordings immediately. You can use the digital zoom function. Main functions of the live screen You can use the video adjustment (Brightness, Contrast, Color, Tone) function. You can use the PTZ Camera function. (optional) Selected Channel The selected channel displayed with red box.
Installation Basic Operating NOTE You can set up the operating conditions by using the mouse or remote • To display the screen you want to watch in full screen mode, control. double click the desired channel. Double click again to return to the split screen in full screen mode. NOTE •...
Installation PTZ Camera Control Setup for PTZ Cameras You can control the cameras connected via the data port of RS-485 The following function is available only with cameras provided with the terminal. You must set the configuration between the PTZ camera and preset function. The preset function makes the combination camera the DVR.
Installation Setting the main menu Parameter You can set up the functions of this unit by using the menu screen. 1 LEVEL Display Live 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL Default / Save / Cancel • Channel: Select the channel you want. •...
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Installation Output Privacy Zone • Video Output: LIVE-OUT • Channel: Select the channel you want. • Seq Mode: Select the split screen mode type when the screen • Mask Area: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. automatically converted. • Area Setup: Select the number of mask area. • SEQ Dwell Time: Set the time of screen automatic conversion in (It can be set the area number of 1 to 4.) seconds.
Installation Record Record Schedule Record • Channel: 1. Select the channel you want. • Channel: Select the channel you want. 2. Select the mode. [Continuous / Motion] • Record Switch: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. 3. Click and drag with left mouse to set the recording date and • Stream Mode: Select [Mainstream] or [Substream]. time.
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Installation Mainstream Substream • Encode FPS: Set the FPS during encording. • Channel: Select the channel you want. • Live View: Live view of FPS will be changed automatically • Resolution: Select the resolution of substream. depending on the encording FPS setting. •...
Installation Snapshot Schedule Snapshot • Channel: 1. Select the channel you want. • Channel: Select the channel you want. 2. Select the mode [General / Motion Detection] • Auto Snapshot: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. 3. Drag and drop with left button of the mouse to set the time •...
Installation Network 3. UPnP: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. Save: Click [Save] button to confirm the settings. Network The system supports PPPoE, DHCP and Static modes. Note Select a network for your environment. • The port setting method is different depending on the type of router that uses. Refer to the router owner's manual for Note the detail setting.
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Installation Email Email Schedule • Email: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. • Channel: • SSL: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. 1. Select the channel you want. • SMTP Port: Enter the SMTP port number. It recommend to change 2. Select the mode [Motion Detection / Exception] this port number for added flexibility or security.
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Note Save: Click [Save] button to confirm the settings. How to register the DDNS host name You can easily use LG DVR by using a DDNS function. When you use the DDNS function for the first time. 1. Activate [Main Menu] of DVR. 2. Select [Parameter] > [Network] 3. Select [DDNS] and then set to [Enable].
Installation ALARM Motion • FTP Enable: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. • Server IP: Enter a Server IP. • Channel: Select the channel you want to set. • Port: Enter a port number. • Enable: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. • User Name: Enter the user name. •...
Installation Record Search Viewing the playback screen General 1. Set the channel for searching and recording mode, and then press [Search]. Note You can change the date you want Change the month by using Select the channels and the type of of the file to play (Normal, Events, Snapshot).
Hover the mouse to the bottom of the pop-up menu appears that can adjust the playback file in the live event screen that plays. 4. Select the desired item and select [Quick Backup] or [Backup] to record. Note • Backup file type supports H.264, AVI, MP4 formats. • We recommed to use LG Player when you play the backup file. • Visit below site for downloading the LG Player. http://www.lgecommercial.com.
Installation Device Snapshot 1. Set the date and the time to search. 2. Set the channels and the events to search and then select [Search]. Note • No.: Displays the number of HDD connected to system. : Goes to the previous page of the retrieved list of •...
Installation System General General • Channel: Select the channel you want. • Protocol: Select the protocol supported by the PTZ camera. (Supported PTZ protocols are Pelco-D, Pelco-P, a COAX.) • Baudrate: Select a transmisson rate. • DataBit: Select the DataBit for RS-485 transmisson. •...
Installation Users • DST: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. • No.: Displays the number of HDD connected to system. • Time Offset: Set the Time Offset. • User Name / Level / Enable: You can set one administrator and six users. •...
Installation Info • User Permission: Select the desired user to set and then press the [Permission] button. Info 1. Choose the required permissions on the user permit screen. You can see the system information. [All] / [Clear]: You can selet all entry or canel it. 2. Click [Save] button to confirm the settings.
Installation Advanced Record Info You can see information of a during record or recorded channel. Maintain • Default User: Set the Default User. You can see the system log list. [System] - You can select only user which set to [Enabler] in the [Users].
Installation Events • Event Type: Select the Event Type. • Enable: Select [Enable] or [Disable]. • Show Message: When an Event is detected a message is displayed. • Send Email: When an Event is detected the mail will be sent to Specified e-mail address.
Web Viewer Program Web Viewer Program Logging in the Web Viewer Web Viewer Overview 1. Start the web browser. The recommended browser is Internet You can control the live image using the Web Viewer. Explorer 6.0 or later. Note 2. In the Address Box, enter “HTTP://” and the IP Address of the DVR. You can use the Host Name that you entered in the DDNS setup The setting of the Web Viewer must match with the setting of the menu of the DVR.
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Web Viewer Program Live view Web viewer control Displays the live screen of each channels. Adjusts the direction and the angle of camera. Adjusts the PTZ speed Adjusts the camera zoom Adjusts the focus Adjusts the iris • Selects Channel: If you want to set the 1 split mode, double click Selects/ Moves a the left mouse button on the selected channel.
Web Viewer Program Playback Download a green data or snapshot. When you click the icon, the list of downloadable Searchs the recorded data and play it. files will appear as show below. Search Playback screen Select the desired file and click [Start download]. Digital zoom Plays all screen. Notice Control box Closes all screen 1. Select a date. You can choose the correct time by using zoon in/ out.
Web Viewer Program Remote Setup General Setup Note • You can change or save the menu settings of the DVR by using remote setup. • See [Setting the main menu] of this manual for more details. Display • Record Path: Set the storage location of recorded files. Set the live screen and privacy zone.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Symptoms Cause & Solution Check the power cable is connected correctly. The system power does not turn Check the input voltage is correct. If the system power does not turn on even if the power cable is connected correctly, please contact the service center. Check the monitor power cable is connected properly. The system power is turned on Make sure the monitor is turned on.
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Troubleshooting Symptoms Cause & Solution Check the audio recording option is correctly set for the camera you wish to record audio. Audio data recorded with video Check the speaker on the rear of system are connected correctly. data is not playing. Check the connected speaker is working properly. Check the type of sensor in the camera setting is the same as with the connected sensor. The connected sensor is not Check the system is set to use the sensor in the recording schedule window in the recording setting menu. operating. Check the sensor is properly connected to the ALARM-IN. The connected PTZ camera is Check the user type. The PTZ camera control is not available for a normal user. not operating. E-mail reception failed without SMTP server setting. •...
Appendix Appendix Recommended Devices Recommended USB Memory list Maker Model Name Capacity LG Electronics XTICK SPIN LG Electronics XTICK UF1 32 G Lexar Jump Drive Memorive TRANSCEND 16 G SKYDRV SANDISK Cruzer 16 G Samsung Electronics SUM-LSB8 Samsung Electronics SUM-PSB...
Appendix Specifications Model LRA3040N-NH LRA3080N-NH LRA3160N-NH Video Compression H.264 Video System AHD (NTSC / PAL) Operation System Linux (embedded) Input 4 Channel 8 Channel 16 Channel Video Output VGA and HDMI Input 4 Channel Audio Output 1 Channel (RCA) Resolution Up to 1920 ×...