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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual LH150 ECO4 SERIES...
  • Page 3 Instruction Manual LH150 ECO4 SERIES #LX400012; r. 2.0/12066/12066; 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: LH158 (8-channel) LH156 (16-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...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Step 7: Verify Camera Image ............13 Step 8: Set the Time ..............13 Default System Password & Port Numbers ........13 6.9.1 Lorex Stratus Connectivity..........13 6.10 Quick Access to System Information ..........14 6.11 Connecting Cameras ..............14 6.11.1 Installing Cameras............
  • Page 6 Table of contents Managing Passwords................. 36 14.1 Changing Passwords..............36 14.2 Adding Users ................37 Using the Main Menu ................. 40 15.1 Display ................... 41 15.1.1 Configuring Custom Channel Names........41 15.1.2 Changing the Position of the Channel Name......41 15.1.3 Adjusting Camera Color Settings ........
  • Page 7 Table of contents 15.8 Advanced................65 15.8.1 Configuring the "Auto Reboot" Feature........ 65 15.8.2 Configuring Firmware Upgrades ........65 15.8.3 Upgrading the System Firmware Using a USB Thumb Drive................66 15.8.4 Restoring to Factory Default Settings ........67 15.8.5 Restarting or Shutting Down the DVR ......... 68 15.8.6 Configuring System Warnings ...........
  • Page 8 Lorex Player 11 Interface Overview ..........130 19.2.1 About the Advanced Config Menu........130 19.3 Converting Backed Up Video to AVI Files ........131 Lorex Player for Mac: Viewing Backed up Video on Mac ....... 133 20.1 Opening Individual Video Files........... 133 20.2 Loading Multiple Video Files............
  • Page 9 Table of contents 21.3.3 Selecting PTZ Presets........... 138 21.3.4 Deleting PTZ Presets ............ 138 21.3.5 Starting / Stopping PTZ Cruise ........138 Connecting Additional External Monitors (LH150 Series) ..... 139 22.1 Connecting the DVR to TV RCA Ports ......... 139 22.2 Customizing the Channel Arrangement on the External Monitor .................

  • Page 11: 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 12 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 13: 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 14: Lh150 Series Features

    All trademarks belong to their respective owners. No claim is made to the exclusive right to use the trade- marks listed, other than the trademarks owned by Lorex Corporation. We reserve the right to change models, configurations or specifications without notice or liability. Product may not be exactly as shown.

  • Page 15: Getting Started (Lh150 Series)

    Getting Started (LH150 Series) The system comes with the following components: Remote Control DVR (Digital Video Recorder) 12V DC Power Supply (may not be exactly as shown) USB Mouse Ethernet Cable HDMI Cable Quick Start Guides Hard drive size, number of channels, and camera configuration may vary by model. Please refer to your package for specific details.

  • Page 16: Front Panel (Lh150 Series)

    Front Panel (LH150 Series) 8–Channel 1. IR Sensor: IR receiver for the remote control. LED Indicators: • PWR: Power LED. • HDD: Hard disk activity LED. 2. Menu & playback controls: • : In Playback Mode, press to rewind. Press repeatedly to increase rewind speed. •...
  • Page 17 Front Panel (LH150 Series) 4. Navigation buttons: • : Press to move cursor up. • : Press to move cursor down. • : Press to move cursor left. • : Press to move cursor right. 5. PTZ/ • Within system menus: Press to confirm a selection. •...
  • Page 18 Front Panel (LH150 Series) 3. Channel controls for full screen view: • Ch1 ~ Ch9: Press to view channel in Full-screen View. • To access channels 10 and greater: Press 0 for channel 10 or 1+0 for channel 10, 1 +1 for channel 11, 1+2 for channel 12, etc.

  • Page 19: Rear Panel (Lh150 Series)

    Rear Panel (LH150 Series) 8–Channel 1. Video Input: Connect BNC cameras. 2. Video Output: Outputs the DVR interface to a BNC connection. This allows you to see your mouse cursor and have full control of the system on a secondary monitor. To switch the mouse and system interface between BNC and VGA/HDMI monitors, press 0 three times on the remote control.
  • Page 20 Rear Panel (LH150 Series) 2. Video Output: Outputs the DVR interface to a BNC connection. This allows you to see your mouse cursor and have full control of the system on a secondary monitor. To switch the mouse and system interface between BNC and VGA/HDMI monitors, press 0 three times on the remote control.

  • Page 21: Basic Setup (Lh150 Series)

    Basic Setup (LH150 Series) 6.1 Step 1: Connect the BNC Cameras • Connect BNC cameras to the Video Input ports on the rear panel of the DVR. Push and twist the BNC connector clockwise to secure it to the BNC port 6.2 Step 2: Connect the Mouse •...

  • Page 22: Step 5: Connect The Power Adapter And Power On The Dvr

    Basic Setup (LH150 Series) VGA port. HDMI port. 6.5 Step 5: Connect the Power Adapter and Power on the DVR 1. Connect the included power adapter to the DC 12V port. Connect the end of the power adapter to a wall socket or a surge protector. 2.

  • Page 23: Step 7: Verify Camera Image

    This system features the exclusive Lorex Stratus Connectivity. This is a cloud service that allows you to connect to your system over the Internet via a secure handshake with Lorex’s servers. This means you can easily connect to your system without requiring any network configuration.

  • Page 24: Quick Access To System Information

    Basic Setup (LH150 Series) 6.10 Quick Access to System Information To quickly open a window that displays vital system information: • Press the button on the front panel or remote control to open the System Informa- tion window. • Right-click and then click the Main Menu button ( ).

  • Page 25: Connecting Bnc Cameras To Your Dvr

    Basic Setup (LH150 Series) There are two connection points for certain cameras. Secure the stand to the top thread for wall mounts or ceiling mounts. Secure the stand to the bottom thread for table mounts or wall mounts. Top Thread (Ceiling Mount, Wall Mount). Bottom Thread (Table Mount).

  • Page 26: Connecting And Removing Bnc Cables

    Basic Setup (LH150 Series) 6.11.3 Connecting and Removing BNC Cables BNC (Bayonet Nut Connector) is a special connector that locks on to the system port and cannot be accidently removed. To connect or remove a BNC connector: • Push the BNC connector firmly into the BNC port and simultaneously twist the connec- tor clockwise to tighten.

  • Page 27: Mouse Control

    Mouse Control The DVR is designed for mouse navigation. To use a USB mouse (included), connect the mouse to a USB port on the DVR. Use the mouse buttons to perform the following: Left-Button: • Click to select a menu option. •...

  • Page 28: Remote Control

    Remote Control You can also control the DVR using the included remote control. 8.1 8–Channel Remote Control 1. Number keys (1~0): Press to select the desired channel in Full-screen View. Press 1 +0 for channel 10, 1+1 for channel 11, etc. •...

  • Page 29: 16-Channel Remote Control

    Remote Control 5. Playback controls: • : In Playback Mode, press to fast forward/increase fast forward speed. • : In Playback Mode, press to rewind/increase rewind speed. • : In Live Viewing Mode, press to open the Search Menu to select video for playback.
  • Page 30 Remote Control 1. REC: Press to resume recording after recording has been stopped. • SEARCH: Press to open the Search menu. • Number keys (1-0): In Live Viewing Mode, press to open the desired channel in Full-screen view. Press 1+0 for channel 10, 1+1 for channel 11, etc. •...

  • Page 31: Using The On-Screen Display

    Using the On-Screen Display Use the system’s graphical on-screen display to navigate menus and configure options and settings. 1. Date & Time: Displays the date and time on the system 2. Record Status: Displays the current recording status of the system: C = continuous (normal recording);...

  • Page 32: Using The Virtual Keyboard And Mini-Keyboard

    Using the On-Screen Display 3. Split Screen buttons: Select the desired split-screen mode (available options de- pend on the number of channels your DVR has). 4. PTZ: Opens the PTZ controls. 5. Start/Stop PTZ Cruise: Start or stop the PTZ cruise function. 6.

  • Page 33: Using The Zoom Mode

    Using the On-Screen Display To use the Virtual Mini-Keyboard: 1. Using the Mouse, click on an option or field, such as the Time or Date fields. • The Virtual Mini-Keyboard opens. • Click to enter your selection. 9.3 Using the Zoom Mode Zoom Mode allows you to zoom in on an image while viewing your cameras live.
  • Page 34 Using the On-Screen Display 2. Picture in Picture Mode opens. 2.1. To change the full-screen channel, click anywhere in the main viewing area. 2.2. To move the smaller channels around the screen, click inside the white bar and drag. 2.3. To change the smaller channels, click inside the channel.

  • Page 35: Setting The Date And Time

    • (Optional) NTP: Click the Setup button next to NTP to synchronize your DVR’s time and date with a Network Time Protocol (NTP) time server. Lorex provides a free NTP service that automatically updates your DVR’s time for Daylight Savings Time.

  • Page 36: Using A Ntp Server To Set Your System Time

    10.2 Using a NTP Server to set your System Time A NTP (Network Time Protocol) server syncs your system time with an online time server. Lorex provides a free NTP service that allows your DVR to automatically update the time for Daylight Savings Time.
  • Page 37 Setting the Date and Time 2. Click System. Beside NTP, click Setup. 3. Configure the following: • Enable: Select Enable. • Server Address: Select ntp.lorexddns.net(recommended) as the time server or select another time server. • Time Zone: Select your region’s time zone. 4.

  • Page 38: Recording

    Recording By default, the system is set to immediately record video from connected cameras in Con- tinuous Recording Mode. • Recording—Continuous: Normal, continuous recording. You can set the system to stop recording once the hard drive is full, or to continually record by overwriting previously recorded data.

  • Page 39: Playback

    Playback You can view and back up recorded video on the system through the Search Menu. 12.1 Playing Back Recorded Video To playback a specific date and time: 1. Right-click to open the Menu Bar and click the Record Search button ( 2.

  • Page 40: Using Playback Controls

    Playback 3. Click the Search button. Your search results appear in the calendar. In the top portion of the calendar, results are shown for each day in the month. In the bottom portion, re- sults are shown for each hour in the selected day. 3.1.

  • Page 41: Finding Events In The Playback Bar

    Playback Playback Controls Playback Bar: Continuous recordings are shown in green. Motion or alarm recording is shown in red. Start Time: Shows the start time of footage currently in the Playback Bar. Rewind. Slow. Play. Pause. Fast Forward. Zoom. Video Clip Backup. 10.

  • Page 42: Using Zoom In Playback Mode

    Playback To control the time range of the Playback Bar: 1. During Playback mode, click to open the time range controls. 2. Click 30m, 1H, 2H, or 24H to select a time range. For example, if 30m is selected, the playback bar will show 15 minutes before to 15 minutes after the currently playing time.
  • Page 43 Playback 2. Click to open Zoom. Note Playback controls are not available when Zoom is activated. If you want to pause the video before you zoom, you will have to pause it before entering Zoom. 2.1. Click and drag on the area of the screen you would like to enlarge. The image zooms in on the selected area.

  • Page 44: Backup

    Backup 13.1 Backing Up Video You can back up video to a USB flash drive (not included) connected to the DVR. To back up video: 1. Connect a USB flash drive to one of the USB ports on the DVR. 2.

  • Page 45: Using Video Clip Backup

    To view the downloaded video, you must install the Lorex Player software. • For PC instructions, see 19 Lorex Player 11: Playing Backed up Video on PC, page 129. • For Mac instructions, see 20 Lorex Player for Mac: Viewing Backed up Video on Mac, page 133.

  • Page 46: Managing Passwords

    Managing Passwords Note By default, the system user name is admin and the password is 000000. Passwords are enabled by de- fault and are required to access the Main Menu. The password is required to log into the system remotely using a computer or mobile device. You will be prompted to create a custom password after you connect for the first time.

  • Page 47: Adding Users

    Managing Passwords 3. Configure the following: • User Name: Enter the desired admin user name. • Password: Enter your desired password. • Confirm: Re-enter the password. 4. Click Apply to save your settings. 14.2 Adding Users You can allow multiple users to log in to the system. When adding different users, you can assign what menus they have access to.
  • Page 48 Managing Passwords 2. Click System> Users. 2.1. Select the checkbox beside user1 (or any other user account). 2.2. click the Permission button. 3. Select the menus and channels the user will have access to: 3.1. Select the menus the user account will be able to access. 3.2.
  • Page 49 Managing Passwords 5. Configure the following: • User Name: Enter the desired user name. • User Enable: Select Enable to enable the user account. • Password: Enter your desired password. • Confirm: Re-enter the password. 6. Click Apply to save your settings. Now, you can log in to the system locally, or remotely using the user name and password you created.

  • Page 50: Using The Main Menu

    Using the Main Menu To open the Main Menu: 1. Right-click to open the Menu Bar and click the Main Menu button ( 2. Enter the system user name (default: admin) and password (default: 000000) and click Apply. • Display: Configure display options (e.g. camera color settings, camera title, video output).

  • Page 51: Display

    Using the Main Menu 15.1 Display The display menu allows you to configure camera image settings and video output settings. Note If you want to apply settings to all channels, use the "Copy To" drop-down menu, and select All. Click the Copy button to copy the setting across all channels.

  • Page 52: Enabling Covert Recording

    Using the Main Menu 3. Click the Setup button next to Color. The Color Setup window opens. 4. Drag the slider to adjust the Hue, Brightness, Contrast, and Saturation. 5. Click Apply to save your settings. 15.1.4 Enabling Covert Recording Covert Recording blanks out the screen so that it seems as if the system is not recording.

  • Page 53: Changing The Video-Out Resolution

    Using the Main Menu To configure the sequence time: 1. Click the Output tab. 2. Click the SEQ Dwell time field and enter the time channels remain on-screen before changing to another channel. 3. Click Apply to save your settings. 15.1.7 Changing the Video-out Resolution 1.

  • Page 54: Adjusting Menu Transparency

    Using the Main Menu 2. Press and hold the Stop ( ) button on the front panel until the DVR restarts. The res- olution will be reset to 1024 x 768 and the DVR will restart. When the DVR restarts, click Yes to confirm the default resolution.

  • Page 55: Creating A Custom Split-Screen Display

    Using the Main Menu 2. In the Channel drop-down menu, select the channel you wish to configure. 3. Configure the following: • Channel: Select the channel you wish to configure. • Privacy Zone: Select ON to enable privacy zones or OFF to disable privacy zones. •...
  • Page 56 Using the Main Menu Note You can create a custom split-screen display on a secondary monitor connected to the Video Output port (BNC) by doing the following. • First, move the mouse and system interface to the Video Out monitor by pressing 0 three times on the remote control.

  • Page 57: Record

    Using the Main Menu 15.2 Record The Record menu allows you to configure recording settings, such as the recording resolu- tion, recording schedule, and audio recording. 15.2.1 Configuring Pre-recording Settings 1. Select the Rec Para tab. 2. In the Channel drop-down menu, select the desired channel you wish to configure. 3.

  • Page 58: Enabling Audio Recording

    Using the Main Menu 3. Click inside the grid to configure the recording schedule: • The recording schedule is arranged as a grid. Each row represents a recording type (Continuous, Motion, and Alarm), and each box represents an hour. • Recording for each recording type is enabled during the selected hour when the box is filled in with the corresponding color.

  • Page 59: Configuring Recording Quality, Resolution, And Video Frame Rate

    Using the Main Menu 2. Beside the corresponding channel, select or deselect the checkbox under Audio to enable or disable audio recording. 3. Click Apply to save your settings. 15.2.5 Configuring Recording Quality, Resolution, and Video Frame Rate You can configure the recording quality, recording resolution and video frame rate for each channel.
  • Page 60 Using the Main Menu 4. Under the Resolution drop-down menu, select the Recording Resolution for each channel: • If D1 is selected, available options are CIF (320x240), HD1 (720x240), or D1 (720x480). • If 960H mode is selected, available options are 480x240, 960x240, or 960x480. 5.

  • Page 61: Search

    Using the Main Menu 15.3 Search The Search menu allows you to search for recorded video and system logs. • For details on playing back video, see 12 Playback, page 29. • For details on backing up video, see 13 Backup, page 34. 15.3.1 Using the Event Search Event Search allows you to find videos that are marked as "Alarm"...

  • Page 62: Using The Log Search

    Using the Main Menu 3. Click Search. A list populates with videos. 4. Perform one of the following: • Play video: Double-click on the desired file. • Back up a file: Connect a blank USB flash drive to your system. Select the BAK checkbox beside the desired file name.
  • Page 63 Using the Main Menu 4. (Optional) Click the Backup button to backup system logs to a USB flash drive (not included). #LX400012; r. 2.0/12066/12066; en-US...

  • Page 64: Network

    Note Port forwarding is not required to use the Lorex Stratus Connectivity service. For details on setting up re- mote connectivity, see 16 Connecting to Your DVR Over the Internet on PC or Mac, page 72.

  • Page 65: Adjusting Remote Connectivity Streaming Rates

    Using the Main Menu 2. In Client Port, enter the desired Client Port (default: 9000). Note 9000 is represented as "09000." 3. In HTTP Port, enter the desired HTTP Port (default: 80). 4. Click Apply to save your settings. 5. Right-click to exit all menus. You will be prompted to restart. 15.4.4 Adjusting Remote Connectivity Streaming Rates You can adjust the data streaming rate (also called the SubStream) when you connect to the system remotely.

  • Page 66: Setting Up Email Notification

    1. Click the Email tab in the Network menu. 2. From the Email drop-down menu, select from: • Default: Uses the Lorex email server to send out alarm notifications. This is the rec- ommended selection. • Enable: Uses custom email server settings.

  • Page 67: Configuring Ddns Settings

    3. Right-click until you have exited all menus. You will be prompted to restart. 15.4.6 Configuring DDNS settings Lorex DDNS is available as an optional connectivity option. Please see 25 DDNS Setup (Advanced), page 149 for details. The primary connectivity option uses Lorex Stratus Connectivity to connect to your system over the Internet without requiring port forwarding or DDNS registration.

  • Page 68: Alarm

    Using the Main Menu 15.5 Alarm The Alarm menu allows you to configure Motion Detection and external Alarm devices (not included). 15.5.1 Configuring Motion Detection Configure motion settings to determine the area you wish to monitor for motion events, and the outcome if a motion event occurs. To configure motion settings: 1.

  • Page 69: Configuring Alarm Settings

    Using the Main Menu 2. Configure the following: • Channel: Select the channel you wish to configure. • Enable: Select Enable or Disable to activate or deactivate motion recording. • Area: Click the Setup button to configure the area of the screen that detects motion. Click and drag the mouse cursor to configure motion detection areas.
  • Page 70 Using the Main Menu To configure the Alarm tab: 1. From the Alarm menu, click the Alarm tab. 2. Configure the following: • Alarm In: Select the channel you wish to configure. • Alarm Type: Select the alarm type of the device. Choose from N/O (normally open), N/C (normally closed).

  • Page 71: Device

    Using the Main Menu 15.6 Device The Device menu allows you to configure and format hard drives, configure PTZ cameras (not included), and format a USB flash drive (not included). • For details on connecting PTZ cameras (not included), see 21 Connecting a PTZ Cam- era (LH150 Series), page 135.

  • Page 72: Formatting Usb Flash Drives

    Using the Main Menu 3. In the Overwrite drop-down menu, select Auto (recommended), select the desired duration the hard drive should retain its data, or select Disable to disable overwrite. 4. Click Apply to save your settings. 15.6.3 Formatting USB Flash Drives CAUTION Formatting a USB flash drive erases all data on the drive.

  • Page 73: System

    Using the Main Menu 15.7 System The System tab allows you to configure the system time and user accounts. • For instructions on how to set the system time, including how to setup automatic Day- light Savings Time adjustments or NTP, see 10 Setting the Date and Time, page 25. 15.7.1 Changing Date Format You can change the way the system displays the time (i.e.

  • Page 74: Viewing System Information

    Using the Main Menu • For details on creating user accounts, see 14.2 Adding Users, page 37. 15.7.7 Viewing System Information • Click the Info tab. #LX400012; r. 2.0/12066/12066; en-US...

  • Page 75: Advanced

    Using the Main Menu 15.8 Advanced The Advanced menu allows you to load system defaults, upgrade the system firmware, and configure automatic firmware updates. 15.8.1 Configuring the "Auto Reboot" Feature Auto Reboot allows the system to restart during a specified time and date. Restarting the system every so often ensures system stability.

  • Page 76: Upgrading The System Firmware Using A Usb Thumb Drive

    Using the Main Menu To configure firmware upgrade notifications: 1. Select the Auto Upgrade tab. 2. Under Auto Upgrade, select Enable to enable automatic firmware updates. Mes- sages for firmware upgrades will appear on the DVR locally and via client software. 3.

  • Page 77: Restoring To Factory Default Settings

    Using the Main Menu 6. Click Firmware Update. 7. Follow the on-screen instructions to update the firmware. WARNING Do not remove the USB flash drive or power off the DVR during the firmware update. Wait for the system to reboot. 15.8.4 Restoring to Factory Default Settings Restoring to factory default settings reverts any setting changes you have made to their original settings.

  • Page 78: Restarting Or Shutting Down The Dvr

    Using the Main Menu 3. Select the menus that you wish to restore to default settings, or click All to restore the entire system to default settings. Note It is recommended to leave the Network menu unchecked when restoring the system to factory de- faults.

  • Page 79: Configuring System Warnings

    Using the Main Menu 3. Click Reboot or Shut Down. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to restart or shut down your system. 15.8.6 Configuring System Warnings The system can send out email notifications, or trigger a connected alarm device (not in- cluded) if it detects system abnormalities.

  • Page 80: Saving Your System Configuration To A Usb Flash Drive

    Using the Main Menu 2. Configure the following: • Event Type: Select the event that triggers the system to send out a notification or alarm trigger. Choose from Disk No Space (low hard drive space), Disk Error (hard drive error), or Video Loss. •...
  • Page 81 Using the Main Menu 4. Click Load Settings. The DVR will load the saved settings from the USB flash drive and then restart. #LX400012; r. 2.0/12066/12066; en-US...

  • Page 82: Connecting To Your Dvr Over The Internet On Pc Or Mac

    This section refers to Internet setup on PC or Mac, for smartphone/tablet setup, see 18 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device, page 99. 16.1 System Requirements Prior to using Lorex Stratus Client, make sure your system meets or exceeds the following system requirements: Description Requirement Pentium®...

  • Page 83: Step 2 Of 3: Obtain The Dvr's Device Id

    16.3 Step 2 of 3: Obtain the DVR’s Device ID The Device ID is a unique code that allows your system to handshake with the Lorex serv- ers for a secure connection over the Internet. To find the Device ID: 1.

  • Page 84: Step 3 Of 3: Connect To The Dvr Over The Internet

    DVR over the Internet. 1. Download and install the Client Software for PC from www.lorextechnology.com. 2. Once installation is finished, double-click the Lorex Stratus Client icon ( ) from the desktop. The DVR login screen appears.
  • Page 85 2. Extract the installer file and double-click it to install. 3. Open Safari, then click Safari>Quit Safari. This resets Safari to complete the installation. 4. Open the Lorex Stratus Client icon ( ) from the Applications list. 4.1. Under Login Type, select Device ID.

  • Page 86: Using The Pc/Mac Client Software

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software Upon login, the Live tab opens. The Client Software interface is the same on PC or Mac. 1. Navigation Tabs: Allows you to access the following tabs: • Live: Watch live video. • Playback: View saved video footage. •...

  • Page 87: Changing Viewing Modes

    • P2P (peer-to-peer) indicates that the video is streaming directly from the DVR to the computer running the Client Software. • RLY (relay) indicates that the video is streaming through a Lorex video server. While relay mode is activated, the system will disconnect after 10 minutes of inactivity. Re- lay mode is only used when a direct connection cannot be made between the DVR and computer.

  • Page 88: Showing / Hiding Channels

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software To record video: 1. Click next to the channel that you wish to capture video from. The video will re- cord to the default save directory. 2. Click to stop video recording. 17.4 Showing / Hiding Channels The Active Channel List is a convenient way to show / hide the cameras that display in the main viewing window.

  • Page 89: Changing The Save Directory Of Screenshots Or Recorded Video

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 17.6 Changing the Save Directory of Screenshots or Recorded Video 1. Click the Local Setting tab. 2. Click beside the desired category to browse for a save directory. 3. Select the desired save directory, and then click OK. 4.

  • Page 90: Configuring Ptz Settings

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 1. Click the Local Setting tab. 2. Under File Type, select the file format you would like to use when saving video (264 or avi). 3. (Optional) Under Interval, select the maximum length (in minutes) for video saved on the remote computer.

  • Page 91: Video Playback

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software Show/Hide PTZ Controls: Click this button to hide/show PTZ controls. Click inside the display area to pan and tilt the camera. Direction Keys: Click to pan and tilt the camera. Speed Slider: Increase or decrease the pan and tilt speed. Zoom Focus Iris...
  • Page 92 Using the PC/Mac Client Software 2. In the calendar window, click the desired month, year, and date. Then, perform the following: 2.1. Under the Type drop-down menu, select the desired recording type you wish to search for (Continuous, Alarm, or All). 2.2.

  • Page 93: Video Playback Controls

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 17.9.1 Video Playback Controls 4 5 6 7 10 11 Playback Window. Video Content: Drag the line left or right to select the playback time. Volume. Play. Pause. Stop. Step Forward: Click to advance the video by one frame. Take Screenshot.

  • Page 94: Configuring Display Settings

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 17.10 Configuring Display Settings 1. Click the Remote Setting tab, and then click Display>Live. 2. Configure the following: • Channel: Select the channel you want to modify. • Name: Enter the channel name if you want to re-name the channel •...

  • Page 95: Configuring Recording Parameters

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 4. Drag your mouse cursor over the areas you wish to black out. A red box indicates the area that is masked (blocked out). • To remove a privacy area, click on the red box, then click the Delete button. 5.

  • Page 96: Configuring System Recording Quality

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 2. Configure the following: • Channel: Select the channel you wish to configure. • Week: Select the day of the week you would like to apply the settings to. The recording schedule is arranged as a grid. Each row represents a recording type (Continuous, Motion, and Alarm), and each box represents an hour.

  • Page 97: Configuring Basic Network Settings

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 4. Click Save to apply your settings. 17.15 Configuring Basic Network Settings The basic network menu allows you to configure the network protocol type (DHCP or Static). To configure basic network settings: 1. Click the Remote Setting tab, and click Network. 2.

  • Page 98: Configuring Email Notification Settings

    17.17 Configuring Email Notification Settings 1. Click the Remote Setting tab, and click Network> Email. 2. In the Email drop-down menu, select Default to use the default Lorex email server (recommended) or select Custom to use your own custom SMTP email server.

  • Page 99: Configuring Ddns Settings

    Internet without requiring port forwarding or DDNS registration (see 16 Connect- ing to Your DVR Over the Internet on PC or Mac for details). Lorex DDNS is also available as an optional connectivity option (see 25 DDNS Setup (Advanced), page 149 for details).

  • Page 100: Configuring Motion Detection Settings

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 3. Configure the following: • DDNS: Select Enable or Disable. • Server: drop-down menu, select LOREXDDNS. • Domain Name: Enter your Domain name/URL Request from the confirmation email that was sent after you created your DDNS account. •...

  • Page 101: Configuring Your System To "Beep" During Motion

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 4. Click Save to apply your settings. 17.20 Configuring your System to "Beep" During Motion You can set your system to "beep" during motion. This is useful to notify you if someone enters or exits an area. To configure the system to "beep"...

  • Page 102: Configuring Hard Drive Recording Mode

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 2. Configure the following: • Alarm In: Select the channel that you wish to configure. • Alarm Type: Select the alarm type N/O (normally open), N/C (normally closed), or select OFF. • Buzzer: Select the "beep" duration when an event occurs. •...

  • Page 103: Configuring The System Time And Date

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software Note Please note that you will need to physically connect the PTZ camera to the DVR and acquire PTZ param- eters from the PTZ camera manufacturer’s instruction manual. For more details on connecting a PTZ camera to your system, see 21 Connecting a PTZ Camera (LH150 Series), page 135.

  • Page 104: Changing The System's Menu Time Out

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 2. Configure the system format and time: • System Time: Enter the desired system time and date. An on-screen calendar ap- pears when you click the date. • Date Format: Select the desired format the date is displayed in. •...

  • Page 105: Viewing System Information

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 17.27 Viewing System Information 1. Click the Remote Setting tab, and click System>Info. 17.28 Configuring Firmware Upgrades Firmware upgrades can provide improved functionality to your DVR. When firmware up- grades become available, you will automatically be prompted to upgrade your system. You must have the latest DVR firmware and client software to connect to the DVR over the Internet.

  • Page 106: Restoring Default Settings

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software You must have the latest DVR firmware and client software to connect to the DVR over the Internet. To upgrade the system firmware: 1. Download and extract the file to your computer’s desktop. 2. Click the Remote Setting tab, and click Advanced>Firmware upgrade. 3.

  • Page 107: Configuring Event Settings

    Using the PC/Mac Client Software 17.31 Configuring Event Settings The Event Settings tab allows you to configure how the system behaves when a system event occurs (e.g. hard drive error, video loss). This is useful if you want your DVR to notify you if there is a potential system problem.
  • Page 108 Using the PC/Mac Client Software 3. Under Reboot, select how often you want the system to reboot and the time you want the system to reboot. 4. Click Save to apply your settings. #LX400012; r. 2.0/12066/12066; en-US...

  • Page 109: Mobile Apps: Accessing Your Dvr Using A Mobile Device

    For the latest list of supported apps and devices, visit www.lorextechnology.com/support. 18.2 iPhone Use the Lorex Eco Stratus application to connect to your DVR on the iPhone. Prerequisites • An iTunes account (requires valid credit card number). Your credit card will not be billed when downloading the app.
  • Page 110 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 4. Tap +. 5. Configure the following: EXAMPLE 5.1. Under Name, enter a name for your DVR of your choice. 5.2. Press the QR code icon ( ) next to Device ID and line up the QR code on the top of the DVR using the camera on your device.

  • Page 111: Lorex Eco Stratus Interface

    7. Tap Save again to connect to the DVR. The app opens in Live View and streams video from all connected cameras. 18.2.2 Lorex Eco Stratus Interface Live View: Tap a channel to select it. Double tap to view a channel in full screen. Swipe left or right to change cameras or pages.

  • Page 112: Taking Screenshots

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 18.2.3 Taking Screenshots 1. Tap during live view or playback. • If taking screenshots from live view: select the grid area you would like to take a screenshot from or tap to take a screenshot from all connected cameras.

  • Page 113: Using Remote Playback Mode On Iphone

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device PTZ Camera Controls Directional Arrows: Click the arrows to control the camera. Call Preset. Set Speed. Zoom In/Out. Focus In/Out. Iris In/Out. 18.2.6 Using Remote Playback Mode on iPhone Remote Playback Mode allows you to view recorded video saved on your DVR’s hard drive.
  • Page 114 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 3. The calendar shows any days that have recorded video for the selected channel with dots under the date. Tap on a date to view video from that day. Swipe up or down to change the month shown in the calendar.

  • Page 115: Viewing Screenshots

    You can view screenshots or email them using the app. Note To email screenshots, you must have an email account configured in the Email app. Lorex does not sup- port the Email app. Please refer to your device’s user’s guide or www.apple.com...

  • Page 116: Viewing Manual Recordings

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 3. Tap the screenshot you would like to view. Screenshot Viewing Controls Swipe left or right to select screenshot Send screenshot as email attachment. Begin slideshow (tap inside the picture to stop the slideshow. Delete screenshot.

  • Page 117: Using Device Manager To Manage Dvr's

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device To view manual recordings: 1. From the Main Menu, tap Record Playback. 2. Tap the DVR you would like to view manual recordings from. 3. Tap the recording file you would like to view. 4.

  • Page 118: Ipad

    3. Change the connection details as needed and then tap Save. 18.3 iPad Use the Lorex Eco Stratus HD application to connect to your DVR on an iPad. 18.3.1 Prerequisites: • Connect your DVR to your router using an Ethernet cable.
  • Page 119 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 4. Tap +. 5. Configure the following: EXAMPLE 5.1. Under Name, enter a name for your DVR of your choice. 5.2. Press the QR code icon ( ) next to Device ID and line up the QR code on the top of the DVR using the camera on your device.
  • Page 120 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 6. Tap Save. If this is the first time connecting, you will be prompted to change the DVR password. Tap OK. 7. Enter a new 6 character password and tap Done. This password will be used to con- nect to your system from now on.

  • Page 121: Live View Interface

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 18.3.3 Live View Interface 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Device List: Drag cameras to the display area to open a single camera. Drag a DVR to the display area to open all cameras connected to that DVR.

  • Page 122: Using Ptz Controls

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 18.3.6 Using PTZ Controls If you have a PTZ camera (not included) connected, you may control it using the app. Note You must configure the system to communicate with the PTZ camera locally before you can control it us- ing the app.
  • Page 123 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 1. Drag the DVR or a camera to the display area to open the earliest available recordings from today. 1. Tap cameras to select them. Red dots will appear in the calendar on days that have video available.

  • Page 124: Viewing Screenshots

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device Remote Playback Controls 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1112 1. Playback Bar: Tap to select playback time. 2. Show/Hide Device List. 3. Play. 4. Pause. 5. Stop. 6. Screenshot: Tap to take a screenshot from the currently selected camera. 7.

  • Page 125: Viewing Manual Recordings

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 3. Tap the screenshot you would like to view. 18.3.9 Viewing Manual Recordings You can view manual recordings using the app. To view manual recordings: 1. Tap 2. Tap the DVR you would like to view manual recordings from. Then, select the day you would like to open.

  • Page 126: Using Device Manager To Manage Dvrs

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device Manual Record Playback Controls 1. Back: Tap to select a different video file. 2. Pause/Play. 3. Stop. 4. Slow. 5. Fast Forward. 6. Next Frame. 7. Screenshot. 8. Mute/Unmute. 9. Playback Bar: Select playback time. 18.3.10 Using Device Manager to Manage DVRs You can use the Device Manager to add, delete, or modify your DVRs.

  • Page 127: Managing Favorites

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 2. Swipe to the left on the DVR you would like to delete and tap Delete. 3. Tap Delete to confirm. To modify a DVR: 1. Tap 2. Tap on the DVR you would like to modify. 3.

  • Page 128: Android

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 18.4 Android Use the Lorex Eco Stratus application to connect to your DVR on an Android smartphone or tablet. Note The instructions below may differ depending on the model of your Android device.
  • Page 129 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 5. Configure the following: EXAMPLE 5.1. Under Device Name, enter a name for your DVR of your choice. 5.2. Press the QR code icon ( ) next to Device ID and line up the QR code on the top of the DVR using the camera on your device.

  • Page 130: Lorex Eco Stratus Interface

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 18.4.2 Lorex Eco Stratus Interface Live View: Tap a channel to select it. Double tap to view a channel in full screen. Swipe left or right to change cameras or pages.

  • Page 131: Taking Screenshots

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 18.4.3 Taking Screenshots 1. Tap during live view or playback. • If taking screenshots from live view: Select the grid area you would like to take a screenshot from or tap to take a screenshot from all connected cameras.

  • Page 132: Using Remote Playback Mode On Android

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device PTZ Camera Controls Directional Arrows: Click the arrows to control the camera. Call Preset. Set Speed. Zoom In/Out. Focus In/Out. Iris In/Out. 18.4.6 Using Remote Playback Mode on Android Remote Playback Mode allows you to view recorded video saved on your DVR’s hard drive.
  • Page 133 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 2. Tap Select Channel. Select the channel you would like to playback from. Note If you receive the message "No video found," close the app and restart it. 3. The calendar shows any days that have recorded video for the selected channel with dots under the date.

  • Page 134: Viewing Screenshots

    18.4.7 Viewing Screenshots You can view screenshots or share them using the app. Note To share screenshots, you must configure the apps used for sharing. Lorex does not support 3rd party applications. To view screenshots: 1. From the Main Menu, tap Image Manager.
  • Page 135 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device 3. Tap the screenshot you would like to view. Screenshot Viewing Controls Swipe left or right to select screenshot Tap to share screenshot. Begin slideshow (tap inside the picture to stop the slideshow). Delete screenshot.

  • Page 136: Viewing Manual Recordings

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device To share screenshots: 1. Tap to share. Select an app that you would like to share the file with. Follow the app’s instructions to share the file. 18.4.8 Viewing Manual Recordings You can view manual recordings using the app.

  • Page 137: Using Device Manager To Manage Dvr's

    Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device Manual Record Playback Controls Playback Bar: Select playback time. Take Screenshot. Slow. Pause. Play/Stop. Fast Forward. Step forward: Advance the video one frame. Mute/Unmute. 18.4.9 Using Device Manager to Manage DVR’s You can use the Device Manager to add, delete, or modify your DVR’s.
  • Page 138 Mobile Apps: Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile Device To modify a DVR: 1. From the Main Menu, tap Device Manager. 2. Tap on the DVR you would like to modify. 3. Change the connection details as needed and then tap Save. #LX400012;...

  • Page 139: Lorex Player 11: Playing Backed Up Video On Pc

    Lorex Player 11 allows you to view your backed up video files from your DVR on your PC. Note To view backed up video files on Mac, see 20 Lorex Player for Mac: Viewing Backed up Video on Mac, page 133.

  • Page 140: Lorex Player 11 Interface Overview

    Lorex Player 11: Playing Backed up Video on PC 19.2 Lorex Player 11 Interface Overview 5 6 7 Video Window. Rewind. Open File. Previous File. Play. Next File. Stop. Fast Forward. Take Screenshot. 10. Hide/Show Playlist. 11. Delete File. 12. Remove File.

  • Page 141: Converting Backed Up Video To Avi Files

    Lorex Player 11: Playing Backed up Video on PC 2. Click Select to change the snapshot save folder. Then select the folder and click OK. 3. Click OK to save changes. 19.3 Converting Backed Up Video to AVI Files The DVR saves its backup files as proprietary video files. To share these files, you must convert them into .AVI files.
  • Page 142 Lorex Player 11: Playing Backed up Video on PC 4. Select the desired file format (.264 , h.264, All File) that you wish to search for. Click Open. 5. Click Start to convert and save the file in the default save folder.

  • Page 143: Lorex Player For Mac: Viewing Backed Up Video On Mac

    Lorex Player for Mac: Viewing Backed up Video on Mac Lorex Player for Mac allows you to view your backed up video files on a Mac computer. To install Lorex Player for Mac: 1. Go to www.lorextechnology.com and search for the model number of your DVR (look at the label underneath your DVR for the model number).

  • Page 144: Lorex Player For Mac Interface

    Lorex Player for Mac: Viewing Backed up Video on Mac 20.3 Lorex Player for Mac Interface 10 11 12 13 Video Playlist. Video Slider. Hide/Show Playlist. Load File. Load Folder. Remove Selected File. Clear Playlist. Looped Playback. Play. 10. Stop.

  • Page 145: Connecting A Ptz Camera (Lh150 Series)

    Connecting a PTZ Camera (LH150 Series) You can connect RS-485 PTZ cameras (not included) to the RS485 ports on the rear panel. To connect a PTZ camera to the system: 1. Connect the Transmit+ (TX+) Cable to the + side of the RS485 port on the rear panel. 2.

  • Page 146: Using The Ptz Menu (Local Dvr)

    Connecting a PTZ Camera (LH150 Series) 3. Configure the following according to your PTZ camera’s specifications: • Channel: Select the channel the PTZ camera is connected to. • Protocol: Select from Pelco-D or Pelco-P. • Baud rate: Select the PTZ camera’s baud rate. •...

  • Page 147: Ptz Presets And Ptz Cruise

    Connecting a PTZ Camera (LH150 Series) PTZ Controls Channel: Select the channel the PTZ camera is connected to. Direction Keys: Click to pan and tilt the camera. Speed Slider: Increase or decrease the pan and tilt speed. Zoom/Focus/Iris Controls. Preset Controls 21.3 PTZ Presets and PTZ Cruise You can set preset positions for your PTZ cameras.

  • Page 148: Selecting Ptz Presets

    Connecting a PTZ Camera (LH150 Series) 2. (Optional) In the Time field, select the number of seconds the camera will remain in that position during PTZ cruise before going to the next position. 3. Click Set to set the preset. The Total and No. field will automatically increase. The Total field shows you the total number of created presets, and the No.

  • Page 149: Connecting Additional External Monitors (Lh150 Series)

    22.1 Connecting the DVR to TV RCA Ports To connect the DVR to a television using RCA cables, connect a BNC to RCA adapter (not included; Lorex model# BNCA) to the Video Output port. BNC to RCA Adapter 22.2 Customizing the Channel Arrangement on the External Monitor You can use the steps below to create a custom split-screen display on a secondary moni- tor connected to the Video Output port (BNC).
  • Page 150 Connecting Additional External Monitors (LH150 Series) 4. Click Display>Output. 4.1. Under View Setup, select Enable. This lets you select and arrange the chan- nels you want to show on the screen. Note Enabling View Setup disables your ability to change channels the normal way on the se- lected monitor.

  • Page 151: Recording Audio (Lh150 Series)

    Recording Audio (LH150 Series) The system can also record audio for up to 4 channels (16-channel models) or 8 channels (8-channel model). You must have audio-capable cameras (not included) or self-powered microphones (not included) in order to record audio on the system. RCA Cable To enable audio recording: 1.

  • Page 152: Replacing The Hard Drive (Lh150 Series)

    Replacing the Hard Drive (LH150 Series) The system comes with a pre-installed SATA hard drive. You can expand the hard drive to the following configurations: • 8–Channel models: You can replace the existing hard drive with a 3.5” or 2.5” SATA hard drive up to 2TB.

  • Page 153: 16-Channel

    Replacing the Hard Drive (LH150 Series) 4. Next, remove the hard drive from the housing. This step depends on if you are using a 3.5” or 2.5” hard drive: If your system has a 3.5” hard drive: 4.1. Turn the DVR over carefully and loosen the 4 screws securing the hard drive. 4.2.
  • Page 154 Replacing the Hard Drive (LH150 Series) 3. Disconnect the power and data cables. 4. Next, remove the hard drive from the housing. This step depends on if you are using a 3.5” or 2.5” hard drive: If your system has a 3.5” hard drive: 4.1.

  • Page 155: Installing The Hard Drive

    Replacing the Hard Drive (LH150 Series) 24.2 Installing the Hard Drive The steps to install a hard drive differ depending on the number of channels your DVR has. 24.2.1 8–Channel WARNING Make sure that the power cable has been disconnected before changing the hard drive. 1.

  • Page 156: 16-Channel

    Replacing the Hard Drive (LH150 Series) 4. Connect the power and data cables. 5. Replace the DVR cover. Replace the side and cover panel screws. 24.2.2 16–Channel WARNING Make sure that the power cable has been disconnected before changing the hard drive. 1.
  • Page 157 Replacing the Hard Drive (LH150 Series) 3. Next, install the hard drive. This step depends on if you are installing a 3.5” or 2.5” hard drive. If you are installing a 3.5” hard drive: 3.1. Remove the 4 screws holding the hard drive bracket and remove the bracket from the DVR. 3.2.

  • Page 158: Formatting The Hard Drive

    Replacing the Hard Drive (LH150 Series) 24.3 Formatting the Hard Drive If you replace the pre-installed hard drive, it must be formatted in order to function properly with the system. CAUTION Formatting the HDD erases all data on the hard disk. This step cannot be undone. To format the hard drive: 1.

  • Page 159: Ddns Setup (Advanced)

    Free Lorex DDNS service is available as an optional connectivity method to connect to your system over the Internet. DDNS Service is not required to connect to your DVR, since the system supports Lorex Stratus Connectivity. For details on setting up your system using , Lorex Stratus Connectiv- ity see 16 Connecting to Your DVR Over the Internet on PC or Mac, page 72.

  • Page 160: Step 2 Of 3: Obtain The Dvr's Local Ip Address

    To connect using the DVR’s local IP address on a PC: 1. Download and install the Client Software for PC from www.lorextechnology.com. 2. Once installation is finished, double-click the Lorex Stratus Client icon ( ) from the desktop. The DVR login screen appears.
  • Page 161 2. Extract the installer file and double-click it to install. 3. Open Safari, then click Safari>Quit Safari. This resets Safari to complete the installation. 4. Open the Lorex Stratus Client ( ) from the Applications list. #LX400012; r. 2.0/12066/12066; en-US...

  • Page 162: Ddns Setup-Access Your Dvr Remotely Over The Internet

    DDNS Setup (Advanced) 5. Configure the following: EXAMPLE 5.1. Under Login Type, select IP Login. 5.2. Under IP Address, enter the DVR’s IP Address (e.g. 192.168.0.100). 5.3. Under User Name, enter the DVR’s user name (default: admin). 5.4. Under Password, enter the DVR’s password (default: 000000). 5.5.

  • Page 163: Step 2 Of 4: Create A Ddns Account

    Step 1. 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.
  • Page 164 DDNS Setup (Advanced) 3. Click Warranties to register your product for warranty. Note Warranty registration is required to register for DDNS. 4. The Warranty page opens. Click Activate Warranty to register your product for warranty. 5. Under Your Address, select an address or click Enter a New Address to create a new address.
  • Page 165 DVR for the Product Model Number and Serial Number. Click Save Warranty. 7. A page pops up to prompt you to register your product for Lorex DDNS. Click Set Up a New DDNS. #LX400012; r. 2.0/12066/12066; en-US...
  • Page 166 DDNS accounts that appears anytime you visit the DDNS page. 8.3. MAC Address: Enter the MAC address of your Lorex product. To find the MAC address: Press the button on the front panel or remote control to open the System Information window.

  • Page 167: Step 3 Of 4: Enable Ddns On The Dvr

    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:...
  • Page 168 Under Client Port, enter the DVR’s Client Port (default: 9000). 4. Click Login. To connect using the DVR’s DDNS address on a Mac: 1. Install the Lorex Stratus Client on a remote computer. 2. Open Safari, then click Safari>Quit Safari. This resets Safari to complete the installation.
  • Page 169 DDNS Setup (Advanced) 4. Configure the following: EXAMPLE tomsmith.lorexddns.net 4.1. Under Login Type, select IP Login. 4.2. Under IP Address, enter the Domain name/URL Request followed by.lorexddns.net (e.g. http://www.tomsmith.lorexddns.net). 4.3. Under User Name, enter the DVR’s user name (default: admin). 4.4.

  • Page 170: Troubleshooting

    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 •...
  • Page 171 Troubleshooting Error Possible Causes Solutions • There is no picture on moni- • Monitor/TV not detected by • Power off the monitor/TV and tor/TV after connecting it to DVR. DVR. Power on the monitor/ the DVR. TV, and then power on the DVR.
  • Page 172 Troubleshooting Error Possible Causes Solutions • I am not receiving email • Email notification is disabled. • Ensure you have configured notifications. email notification. For details, see 15.4.5 Setting up Email Notification, page 56. • Default setting is disabled, • If you want to use your own but you have not entered your SMTP server, deselect the...

  • Page 173: Lh150 Series System Specifications

    LH150 Series System Specifications System Operating System Linux (embedded) Pentaplex Simultaneous view, record, playback, backup & re- mote monitoring Number of Channels 8/16 Inputs/Ouputs Video IN 8/16 x 1Vp-p, CVBS, 75ohms, BNC Video OUT 1 x BNC VGA OUT HDMI Audio IN 8 ch: 8 Line IN (RCA), G.711 16 ch: 4 Line IN (RCA), G.711...
  • Page 174 16 ch: Up to 2 x 2TB Backup Media USB Flash Drive & HDD Backup File Format H.264 file (AVI generator included) Connectivity Cloud Connection Lorex Stratus Connectivity Supported Operating Systems Windows™ Mac OSX Remote Software Client Software (PC) & Safari (Mac) Email Notification...
  • Page 175 Total 16ch 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 #LX400012; r. 2.0/12066/12066; en-US...

  • Page 176: Notices

    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.
  • Page 178 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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