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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual E881AP Series...
  • Page 3 Instruction Manual E881AP Series #LX400116; r. 1.0/57307/57307; en-US...
  • Page 4 Thank you for purchasing this product. Lorex Corporation is committed to providing our customers with a high quality, reliable security solution. This manual refers to the following models: E881AP For the latest online manual, downloads and product updates, and to learn about our complete line of accessory products, please visit our website at: lorex.com...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety Instructions ................1 Getting Started..................2 Connecting the Camera ................. 4 Option 1: Connecting the Camera to an NVR........4 Connecting Cameras to the Local Area Network (LAN) ......4 Adding the PTZ Camera to an NVR:..........6 Installation ..................

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions • Read this guide carefully and keep it for future reference. • Follow all instructions for safe use of the product and handle with care. • Use the camera within given temperature, humidity, and voltage levels noted in the 10 Techni- cal Specifications, page 32.

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    Getting Started The camera comes with the following components: PTZ Camera Wall Mount Power Adapter Mounting anchors, screws, flat ESD Gloves Safety Chain washers (x4) Waterproof Tape Waterproof Connector Allen Key (A) Allen Key (B) M6x14 Screws (x3) Rubber Ring NOTE Your accessories might appear different from the ones depicted in this guide.
  • Page 9 Getting Started Drill Screwdriver #LX400116; r. 1.0/57307/57307; en-US...

  • Page 10: Connecting The Camera

    You can use up to a 300ft (91m) CAT5e Ethernet cable to connect the camera to your NVR (not included). • For the most up-to-date list of compatible NVRs, please visit lorex.com/compatibility. 3.2 Connecting Cameras to the Local Area Network (LAN) For flexibility, you may also connect the camera to the same Local Area Network (LAN) as the NVR.
  • Page 11 1. Connect an Ethernet cable of up to 300ft (91m) rated CAT5e or higher (not included) from the LAN port on an external PoE+ switch (sold separately on lorex.com) to your router. Con- nect the power cable to the PoE+ switch and to a power outlet or surge protector.

  • Page 12: Adding The Ptz Camera To An Nvr

    Connecting the Camera Step 1 of 2 — Option B: Connecting the camera to your local network using a power adapter: 1. Connect the camera to the included power adapter. 2. Connect the camera to a router in the same network as your NVR using an Ethernet cable (or an Ethernet cable of up to 300ft (91m) rated CAT5e or higher —...
  • Page 13 Connecting the Camera 3. Click Device Search. The system searches the network for compatible cameras. 4. Check the camera(s) you would like to add. 5. Click Add. The Status indicator turns green to show the camera is successfully connected. 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 .

  • Page 14: Installation

    This camera includes all components required for wall mounting. For the most up-to-date software and complete instruction manuals: 1. Visit lorex.com. 2. Search for the model number of your product. 3. Click on your product in the search results. 4. Click on the Downloads tab.
  • Page 15 Installation 2. Use the Allen key (A) with the flat end to attach the M6x14 screws (x3) to the wall mount. Do not tighten all the way. 3. Use the included wall mount to mark holes for the mounting anchors (x4) and cables. 4.
  • Page 16 Installation 6. Connect the safety chain between the camera and the wall mount. This allows the camera to hang from the wall mount while connecting the cables. #LX400116; r. 1.0/57307/57307; en-US...
  • Page 17 Installation CAUTION • You must connect the safety chain between the camera and the wall mount to protect the camera from falling while connecting the cables. • Do not hold the camera from the cable. Hold the camera from the edge of the dome cover. #LX400116;...
  • Page 18 Installation 7. Push the connection cables into the wall mount 8. Push the camera into the wall mount with the flat surfaces aligned on the inside. This will al- low the M6x14 screws (x3) to align with the holes on the camera. #LX400116;...
  • Page 19 Installation 9. Use the included Allen key (A) to tighten the M6x14 screws and secure the camera in place. 10. Connect the connection cables. To connect the cables using the waterproof connector: A: Camera Ethernet Connector B: O-ring C: Barrel D: Stopper E: End Cap 10.1.
  • Page 20 Installation 10.4. Split the stopper to wrap it around the cable between the barrel and end cap as shown above. 10.5. Push the stopper toward the barrel until it is underneath the teeth at the end of the barrel. 10.6. Twist the end cap clockwise to secure it onto the barrel.
  • Page 21 Installation 13. Use the included Allen key (B), mounting screws (x4) and flat washers (x4) to firmly attach the wall mount to the mounting surface. NOTE Imagery for illustration purposes only. WARNING Make sure to install the wall mount bracket in a location that can support the camera’s weight. If mounting the camera on a drywall surface, you must drill at least 2 of the mounting screws through a wooden stud to ensure a stable mount.
  • Page 22 Installation 14. Remove the protective vinyl sheet covering the camera lens once installation is completed. #LX400116; r. 1.0/57307/57307; en-US...

  • Page 23: Controlling The Ptz Camera With An Nvr

    Controlling the PTZ camera with an The camera can accept PTZ commands directly through the Ethernet cable. There is no need to run special wiring to control the movement of the PTZ camera. • For instructions on controlling the PTZ camera with the N882 Series NVRs, see 6 Controlling the PTZ camera with N882 Series NVR, page 18 •...

  • Page 24: Controlling The Ptz Camera With N882 Series Nvr

    The following instructions are based on the N882 Series NVR. See your NVR’s instruction man- ual for instructions on controlling the PTZ camera with your system. For the latest list of com- patible NVRs, please visit lorex.com/compatibility. To connect the PTZ camera to the system: 1.

  • Page 25: Advanced Ptz Controls

    Controlling the PTZ camera with N882 Series NVR PTZ Controls 1. Direction keys: Click to pan and tilt the camera. Click SIT to stop the current action. 2. PTZ Trace: Click to activate mouse PTZ Trace mode. You can do the following: •...

  • Page 26: Presets

    Controlling the PTZ camera with N882 Series NVR 5. Autopan: Click to start autopan. During autopan, the camera will continuously pan 360°. 6. Tour: Click to run the selected tour. 7. Not supported. 8. Pattern: Click to run the selected pattern. 9.

  • Page 27: Pattern

    Controlling the PTZ camera with N882 Series NVR 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. NOTE Click Del Tour to clear all presets from a tour.
  • Page 28 Controlling the PTZ camera with N882 Series NVR 1. Click to open the PAN/TILT/ZOOM menu. 2. Click the Border tab. 3. Move the camera into the desired left position and click Left. 4. Move the camera into the desired right position and click Right. To run an auto scan: •...

  • Page 29: Controlling The Ptz Camera With N842/N862 Series Nvrs

    The following instructions are based on the N842/N862 Series NVRs. See your NVR’s instruc- tion manual for instructions on controlling the PTZ camera with your system. For the latest list of compatible NVRs, please visit lorex.com/compatibility. 7.1 Controlling the PTZ Camera 1.

  • Page 30: Advanced Ptz Controls

    Controlling the PTZ camera with N842/N862 Series NVRs PTZ Controls 1. Zoom-to-Area: Click, then click-and-drag to draw a box on the camera image. The PTZ camera will zoom in to the selected area. 2. Navigation Controls: Click the directional arrows to move the PTZ camera manually. 3.

  • Page 31: Presets

    Controlling the PTZ camera with N842/N862 Series NVRs 1. No.: Enter the ID number for a preset, tour, or pattern you want to activate. 2. Preset: Click to call the selected preset. 3. Autopan: Click to start autopan. During autopan, the camera will continuously pan 360°. 4.

  • Page 32: Tours

    Controlling the PTZ camera with N842/N862 Series NVRs 2. Click the Preset tab. Under the Preset text box, enter the number of the preset you want to create. 4. Move the camera to the desired position and click Setup. NOTE Click Del Preset to delete a preset.

  • Page 33: Pattern

    Controlling the PTZ camera with N842/N862 Series NVRs 2. Click the Tour tab. 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.

  • Page 34: Auto Scan

    Controlling the PTZ camera with N842/N862 Series NVRs 2. Click the Pattern tab. 3. Under Pattern, enter the pattern you would like to configure. 4. Move the camera into the desired start position and click Start. 5. Move the camera into the desired end position and click End. 6.
  • Page 35 Controlling the PTZ camera with N842/N862 Series NVRs 2. Click the Border tab. 3. Move the camera into the desired left position and click Left. 4. Move the camera into the desired right position and click Right. To run an auto scan: •...

  • Page 36: Inserting The Microsd Card (Optional) And Resetting The Camera

    Inserting the microSD Card (Optional) and Resetting the Camera The camera features a hard reset button that is used to reset all camera settings back to the de- fault values. This is useful in case you want to revert camera image settings back to the default values.

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    • If you are using a PoE switch, it must be PoE+ rated (PoE class 4). Standard PoE switches are not adequate to power the camera. PoE+ switches are available for purchase on lorex.com (model #: ACCLPS241B (4–channel model) or ACCLPS281B (8–channel model)).

  • Page 38: Technical Specifications

    Optical Zoom 25× Digital Zoom Yes — Digital zoom is a function controlled by the connected NVR. For a list of compatible NVRs visit: lorex.com/compatibility. Lens/Lens Type 5.3-135mm F1.6- F4.0/Zoom Module Pan/Tilt Range 0° 360° Pan (Endless); –15° 90° Tilt Pan/Tilt Speed Manual Speed —...

  • Page 39: Dimensions

    Technical Specifications 10.1 Dimensions #LX400116; r. 1.0/57307/57307; en-US...
  • Page 40 #LX400116; r. 1.0/57307/57307; en-US...
  • Page 42 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.

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