Lorex ECO BlackBox LH010 series Quick Setup Manual

Quick Setup Guide
ECO BlackBox LH010 Series
Digital Video Surveillance Recorder

PACKAGE CONTENTS:

1 x Digital Video Recorder with pre-installed HDD*
1 x USB mouse
1 x Power adapter
1 x Remote control
1 x Ethernet cable
1 x Instruction manual
1 x Quick start guide
1 x CD
* Content may vary by model, including number of channels/port configuration and
HDD (hard disk drive) capacity. Check your package for specific content information.
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ATTENTION:
• This guide refers only to the DVR set-up.
• Monitor and cameras are not included.
• Broadband router and computer are required for local and remote monitoring
(not included).
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* For setup of Instant Mobile Viewing
refer to your Instruction Manual.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. As
our products are subject to continuous improvement, Lorex Technology
Inc. and our subsidiaries reserve the right to modify product design,
specifications and prices, without notice and without incurring any
obligation. E&OE © 2012 LOREX. All rights reserved.
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Connecting Cameras

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Connect BNC cameras to the
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BNC ports (VIDEO INPUT) on
the rear panel.
NOTE: Test the cameras prior to
selecting a permanent mounting
location by temporarily
connecting the cameras and NOTE: The four channel
cables to your DVR. model is shown.

Connecting the USB Mouse

Connect the USB mouse to either the USB port on the front
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panel or the one located at the back of the DVR.
Front Panel USB port Back Panel USB port

Connecting a Monitor

The ECO BlackBox features two options for connecting to a monitor.
Connect a VGA cable (not
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a
included) from a monitor or
TV to the VGA port on the
rear panel of the DVR.
OR
From one of the VIDEO
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b
OUTPUT ports connect a BNC
terminated cable (not included)
to a TV or CCTV monitor.
NOTE: If the mouse curser
does not appear on screen,
please press "0" three times
on the remote control to switch
between VGA and BNC.

Connecting the Ethernet Cable

Connect one end of the
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Ethernet cable to an available
LAN port of your router (not
included) and the other end to
the DVR's LAN port.
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Powering ON the DVR

Connect the power cable to the DC
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12V port on the rear panel and
the power cord into an electrical
outlet. The DVR will automatically
turn on once power is connected.
16 channel models: turn the power
switch, located on the back panel, to
the "ON" position.
At startup, the system performs a basic system check and runs
an initial loading sequence. After a few moments, the system
loads a live display view.
NOTE: Make sure all cameras and cables are properly connected
prior to powering on the system.
Setting the Date & Time
1. Move the mouse cursor to the bottom of the screen to
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open the menu bar and select MAIN MENU.
2. Click SYSTEM.
3. Configure the Date & Time and press APPLY to save
your settings. Click APPLY. To finish, press OK.
NOTE:
A pop-up key
pad will open.
When you
have selected
the desired
date, press the
button to
confirm.
It is important to set the correct time to assure accurate time
stamps on video recordings.

Managing Passwords

By default, passwords are disabled on the system.
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You do not need to enter a password when accessing the
Menu Bar or Main Menu. However, you may be asked for
a password to access certain functions.
NOTE: By default, the
username is admin and
password is 000000.
NOTE: For security purposes, it is highly recommended to
enable passwords on the system using the Password Menu.
Please refer to the instruction manual for more information.
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Using the Main Menu

Right-click anywhere on-screen to open the Sub-Menu and select
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MAIN MENU (mouse only), or press the
button on the
remote control.
1. Display
2. Search
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3. Alarm
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4. System
5. Record
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6. Network
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7. Device
8. Advanced

Using a Mouse (Recommended)

1: Left-button: Click to select a menu
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option; during live viewing in split-
screen, double-click on a channel
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to view the selected channel in
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full-screen; double-click the channel
again to return to split-screen view.
2: Right-button: Click to open the
Menu Bar or to exit from a menu.
3: Scroll-wheel: No function.
Other Control Options
The DVR can also be controlled using the included remote control.
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Please refer to the instruction manual for more information.
*remote control may not be exactly as shown
You have completed STEPS 1 & 2 successfully. Your DVR is
now ready to use. Refer to the Instruction Manual to learn
how to record, playback, search and for all other features
available with this DVR.
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Retrieve the DVR Information
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This step will teach you how to locally
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view your system over the LAN (local
area network) using your PC.
NOTE: This method only works if your
computer is on the same network as the DVR.
To record your IP Address, MAC Address
and Client Port, right click anywhere on
the screen and select Main Menu. From
there, select System and then Info.
Record the information in the section below:
IP ADDRESS: _______._______ ._______._______
MAC ADDRESS: _____:_____:_____:_____:_____:____
( Re quire d f or D D N S reg istra tio n)
CLIENT PORT:
___________

Connect to your DVR using Lorex Client 11 (LOCALLY)

1. Insert the system's software CD into your computer.
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2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Lorex Client
Software - PC.
3. Once installed, double-click on the Lorex Client 11
icon from your desktop. The DVR login screen will appear.
4. Enter the following information in each field:
IP Address: Enter the local IP
address of your DVR.
User Name: The default user
name is admin.
Password: By default, the
password is left blank.
Client Port: By default, this is
9000.
5. Click Login to access your DVR. Lorex Client 11 connects to your
DVR and streams live video from your cameras.
Congratulations! You can now view & playback video on your system via LAN.
LH010 ECO BlackBox Series Quick Setup Guide - English - R1