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Lorex LW2750 Series User Manual

7” wireless surveillance system
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  • Page 1 USER’S GUIDE LW2750 Series...
  • Page 3 USER’S GUIDE LW2750 Series #LX400011; r. 1.0/11916/13451; en-US...
  • Page 4 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: LW2750 Series (7” wireless surveillance system) 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...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Important Safeguards ................1 General Precautions..............1 Installation................. 1 Service ..................3 Use..................3 Features .....................4 Getting Started..................5 Installing the Camera(s) ...............6 Installation Tips ................6 Mounting Positions..............6 Installing the Receiver................9 Camera Overview ................11 Receiver Overview................12 Front Panel Buttons ..............
  • Page 6 Camera On/Off .................. 41 Using the Mobile App ................. 42 18.1 System Requirements..............42 18.2 Lorex SD Pro for iOS Devices ............42 18.2.1 Getting Started .............. 42 18.2.2 Live Viewing..............43 18.2.3 Event Log ..............43 18.2.4 Modify Password............44 18.2.5 Setting Alert Interval............

  • Page 7: Important Safeguards

    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.
  • Page 8 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.

  • Page 9: Service

    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.

  • Page 10: Features

    Features • All-in-one rechargeable wireless 7” LCD receiver and recorder • 3 minute Internet setup with free smartphone / tablet apps (iOS / Android™) • Simple installation. No video cables required • Up to 90 days of recording • Multiple recording options: manual, motion, or schedule •...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started The system includes the following components: Indoor / outdoor wireless Power adapters for receiver and 7” rechargeable LCD receiver / camera(s) camera(s) recorder Mounting kit(s) 8GB SD memory card Cat5e Ethernet cable Quick Start Guide * Configuration may vary by model Note Camera configuration, memory card size, and the number of accessories may vary by model.

  • Page 12: Installing The Camera(S)

    Installing the Camera(s) CAUTION Cameras are suitable for outdoor installation, but are weather resistant, not weatherproof. Cameras are not intended for direct exposure to rain or snow. For outdoor applications, install under shelter pro- tected from the elements, such as beneath roof eaves. The diagram below shows an example of an ideal location for outdoor placement.
  • Page 13 Installing the Camera(s) Ceiling Wall Note For ceiling installation, position the antenna as high as the ceiling allows. See the "Ceiling" mounting po- sition in the figure above. To install the camera(s): 1. Use the included mounting screws to mount the cameras to the mounting surface: •...
  • Page 14 Installing the Camera(s) 2. Loosen the thumbscrews (1, 2) and the adjustment ring (3) by turning them counter clockwise. 3. Adjust the angle of the cameras until the desired view is set. Tighten the thumbscrews and the adjustment ring to secure each camera’s position. 4.

  • Page 15: Installing The Receiver

    Installing the Receiver Step 1 of 3: Raising the antenna For best reception, raise the antenna to point directly upward. Step 2 of 3: Turning on the receiver 1. Connect the cable from the power adapter to the 5V DC port on the side panel of the receiver.
  • Page 16 Installing the Receiver Note The receiver is compatible with most major brands of SD cards up to 64 GB. For recording times on SD cards, see . #LX400011; r. 1.0/11916/13451; en-US...

  • Page 17: Camera Overview

    Camera Overview 1. Microphone: Built-in microphone. 2. Lens: Camera lens. 3. PIR Sensor: Passive IR motion sensor. 4. Speaker: Speaker for intercom. 5. Night Vision IR: Night vision IR LEDs. 6. Pair: Pairing button. For more details, see 16 Pairing Additional Cameras, page 40. 7.

  • Page 18: Receiver Overview

    Receiver Overview 7.1 Front Panel Buttons Button Function Switch between connected cameras. : Change Channel Switch between Sequence and Quad (up to 4- channels) viewing mode. : Quad / Sequence Mode Turns off LCD display until motion is detected by one of the cameras.

  • Page 19: Rear Panel

    Receiver Overview 7.3 Rear Panel 1. Wireless Antenna: Position the antenna as needed for best reception. 2. Speaker 3. Stratus UID Number / QR Code: Unique ID number for connection to the system with a smartphone / tablet. 4. SD Card Slot: Insert up to a 64GB SD card. 5.

  • Page 20: Using The System

    Using the System By default, the camera(s) included with your system are automatically paired to the re- ceiver. The camera(s) and receiver will communicate with each other once they are pow- ered on. Note It is recommended to power on the cameras before powering on the receiver. 8.1 Understanding the On-screen Display With camera 1 properly connected and powered on, the system displays a full-screen live view of the camera.

  • Page 21: Navigating Menu Screen

    Using the System 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. •...

  • Page 22: Quad Mode

    Using the System 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: •...

  • Page 23: Using The Intercom (Two-Way Audio)

    Using the System 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 cam- era. Talk and listen to persons near the camera from behind closed doors for added security.

  • Page 24: Setting The Time

    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.
  • Page 25 Setting the Time 5. Press to close any remaining menu windows. The date and time appears at the bottom of the screen in live viewing mode. 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.

  • Page 26: Recording

    432 hours 416 hours Note The system supports SD High Capacity (SDHC) cards, minimum Class 2, up to 64GB. The following brands of SD cards are confirmed by Lorex: Adata, Kingston, Patriot, Sandisk, and Toshiba. Recording Mode Summary: Mode Description...

  • Page 27: Scheduled Recording

    Recording To format the SD card: CAUTION Formatting erases all data on the SD card. This step cannot be undone. 1. Insert the SD card into the card slot on the receiver until you hear a "click." Please in- sert the card according to the diagram on the side panel of the receiver. 2.

  • Page 28: Creating A Recording Schedule

    Recording 10.2.1 Creating a Recording Schedule Step 1 of 2: Disable manual / motion recording • If the system is in manual recording, press to stop recording. • If the system is in motion recording, press until the motion recording icon ( does not appear on the screen.

  • Page 29: Stopping Scheduled Recording

    Recording 5. 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. 6. 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.

  • Page 30: Manual Recording

    Recording 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.

  • Page 31: Motion Recording

    Recording 3. Press again to stop recording on the channel you are currently viewing. The new recording icon ( ) will appear on the LCD receiver indicating a new file is on the SD card. CAUTION Do not remove the SD card while the system is recording. Disable all recording on the system before ejecting the SD card.

  • Page 32: Setting Up Motion Recording

    Recording 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 SD card into the LCD receiver. Note •...

  • Page 33: Configuring Video Motion Detection

    Recording 10.4.3 Configuring Video Motion Detection Video motion detection looks for changes in video images (frames) to detect motion. Vid- eo 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.
  • Page 34 Recording Note If you do not enable file overwrite, the SD card icon on the OSD will be red ( ) when the SD card is full. You will need to manually delete files from the SD card or insert a new card into the receiver. For de- tails, see 11.2 Deleting Video Files, page 30.

  • Page 35: Playback

    Playback Playback mode allows you to playback recorded video files from the SD card. You can view videos or images directly on the system or by connecting the SD card to your computer. 11.1 Video Playback To playback recorded video on the system: 1.

  • Page 36: Deleting Video Files

    Playback 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.

  • Page 37: Viewing Video Directly From The Sd Card

    Playback 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 SD card. CAUTION Do NOT delete folders on the SD card using your computer. Deleting folders may affect your access to other files on the card or may affect normal operation of the SD card with the system.
  • Page 38 Playback To playback recorded video on a Mac: 1. Remove the SD card from the receiver by gently pushing on the SD card. The card will eject. 2. Insert the SD card into an SD card reader (not included) connected to your Mac. Your Mac should load the SD card as a new disk on your desktop.

  • Page 39: Scan Mode

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

  • Page 40: Brightness

    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.

  • Page 41: Settings

    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 18. • Default Settings: Restore the system to default settings. • Format Memory: Format the SD card. •...

  • Page 42: Time Zone

    Settings 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.

  • Page 43: Ip Addressing Options

    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.

  • Page 44: Firmware Upgrade

    Settings 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 an SD card. To update firmware from server: 1. Connect the included Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port on the receiver to your router.

  • Page 45: Alert Volume

    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 re- ceiver. If you want to turn off the buzzer or button sounds, turn the alert volume to the mini- mum setting.

  • Page 46: Pairing Additional Cameras

    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.

  • Page 47: Camera On/Off

    Camera On/Off Use the Camera On / Off menu if you need to disable empty channels so they do not ap- pear 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.

  • Page 48: Using The Mobile App

    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.

  • Page 49: Live Viewing

    Using the Mobile App 7. Tap Save. The system will show in your device list with an "Online" status. 8. 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.

  • Page 50: Modify Password

    Using the Mobile App 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.

  • Page 51: Setting Video Quality

    Using the Mobile App 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.

  • Page 52: Lorex Sd Pro For Android Devices

    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).

  • Page 53: Live Viewing

    Using the Mobile App 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.

  • Page 54: Modify Password

    Using the Mobile App 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.

  • Page 55: Viewing Snapshots

    Using the Mobile App 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.

  • Page 56: Setting Video Quality

    Using the Mobile App 2. Tap Edit Device. 3. Tap Advanced. 4. Tap Alert Interval. 5. 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.

  • Page 57: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications 19.1 General Description Specification Transmission Frequency 2,400 ~ 2,43.5MHz Transmission Power 16dBm Data Rate 4 Mbps Unobstructed Wireless Range 660ft (200m) outdoors / 165ft (50m)indoors Spread Spectrum FHSS Modulation GFSK Operating Temperature 14 ~ 104°F / -10 ~ 40°C Operating Humidity <...
  • Page 58 W: 33mm, L: 184mm, H: 135mm Weight 0.95lbs / 0.44kg 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...

  • Page 59: Strengthening The Range Of The Wireless Signal

    Strengthening the Range of the Wireless Signal There are a few things you should consider when selecting a location for the receiver and camera(s) that will help to boost your wireless signal. 20.1 Clear Line-of-Sight The digital wireless signal is virtually interference free. However, you should always ensure there is a clear line-of-sight between the camera and the receiver.

  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution There is no picture from the • Check power to the camera. camera(s) • Make sure that the cameras and receiver are both ON. • Make sure that the camera is in range of the receiver. • The battery is dead.

  • Page 61: Frequently Asked Questions

    The signal range also depends on whether there are competing signals using the same frequency as the camera. For example, signals from cordless phones or routers may affect signal strength. Adaptive Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) technology fea- tured in the latest Lorex models greatly reduces signal interference. Range Limiting Factors Reflection...
  • Page 62 Q: How many frames per second should I expect from a digital wireless camera? A: Current Lorex digital wireless cameras offer 10 - 30 FPS (Frames Per Second) perform- ance. Actual frame rate depends mainly on signal strength (see the chart in section above).

  • Page 63: Notices

    Notices WARNING Infants have STRANGLED in power cords. Keep power cords more than 3 feet away from cribs, bassi- nets, play yards and other safe sleep environments for infants. 23.1 FCC Notice This equipment has been certified and found to comply with the limits regulated by the FCC part 15, subpart C.

  • Page 64: Rohs

    Notices 23.4 RoHS This product is fully compliant with the European Union Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment ("RoHS") Directive (2002/ 95/EC). The RoHS directive prohibits the sale of electronic equipment containing certain hazardous substances such as lead, cadmium, mercury, and hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE in the European Union.
  • Page 66 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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