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Lorex LH136 manual available for free PDF download: Instruction Manual
Lorex LH136 Instruction Manual (156 pages)
DIGITAL VIDEO SURVEILLANCE RECORDER
Brand:
Lorex
| Category:
DVR
| Size: 18.04 MB
Table of Contents
Need Help
3
General Precautions
7
Important Safeguards
7
Table of Contents
11
Getting Started
17
Front Panel
18
4-Channel
18
8-Channel
19
16-Channel
20
Rear Panel
21
4-Channel
21
16-Channel
22
Basic Setup
23
Step 1: Connect the BNC Cameras
23
Step 2: Connect the Mouse
23
Step 3: Connect the Ethernet Cable
23
Step 4: Connect the Monitor
24
Step 5: Connect the Power Adapter and Power on the DVR
24
Step 6: Verify Camera Image
24
Step 7: Set the Time
24
Default System Password & Port Numbers
25
Quick Access to System Information
25
Connecting Cameras
26
Installation Tips
26
Installing Cameras
26
Connecting BNC Cameras to Your DVR
27
Connecting and Removing BNC Cables
27
Mouse Control
28
Remote Control
29
8-Channel Remote Control
29
16-Channel Remote Control
30
Using the On-Screen Display
31
Using the Menu Bar
32
Menu Bar Icons
32
Using the Virtual Keyboard and Mini-Keyboard
33
Using the Zoom Mode
34
Using Picture in Picture (PIP) Mode
35
Setting the Date and Time
36
Configuring Daylight Savings Time (DST)
37
Using a NTP Server to Set Your System Time
38
Recording
39
Event Recording
39
Recording Audio
39
Playback and Backup
40
Using the On-Screen Playback Controls
42
Backing up Video
42
Viewing Backed up Video
43
Converting Backed up Video to AVI Files
43
Managing Passwords
45
Enabling and Changing Passwords
45
Adding Users
46
Using the Main Menu
48
Display
49
Configuring Custom Channel Names
49
Changing the Position of the Channel Name
49
Adjusting Camera Color Settings
49
Enabling Covert Recording
49
Configuring the Time and Recording Time Display
50
Configuring Sequence Time
50
Changing the Video-Out Resolution
50
Restoring the System's Resolution if You See a Blank Screen
50
Adjusting Menu Transparency
51
Adjusting the Video Margin
51
Adding Privacy Zones
51
Record
52
Configuring Pre-Recording Settings
52
Configuring Backup File Duration (Pack Duration)
52
Configuring the Recording Schedule (Continuous, Motion, Alarm)
53
Enabling Audio Recording
53
Configuring Recording Quality, Resolution, and Video Frame Rate
53
Search
54
Searching for Video on the System
54
Backing up Video Files
55
Using the Event Search
55
Using the Log Search
56
Network
57
Configuring Network Type: DHCP & Static IP
57
Enabling Auto Port Forwarding
57
Changing the Dvr's Client and HTTP Port
57
Adjusting Remote Connectivity Streaming Rates
58
Setting up Email Notification
58
Changing the Mobile Connectivity Port, User Name, and Password
59
Configuring DDNS Settings
59
Alarm
60
Configuring Motion Detection
60
Configuring Alarm Settings
61
Device
62
Configuring Hard Drive Settings
62
Formatting USB Flash Drives
62
System
63
Changing Date Format
63
Changing Time Format
63
Changing the System Language
63
Changing Video Output - NTSC & PAL
63
Configuring Menu Time out and Auto Logout
63
Adding Users & Changing the Admin Password
63
Viewing System Information
63
Advanced
64
Configuring the "Auto Reboot" Feature
64
Upgrading the System Firmware
64
Restoring to Factory Default Settings
65
Restarting or Shutting down the DVR
65
Configuring System Warnings
65
Configure System Warnings
66
Setting up Your DVR for Remote Connectivity
67
System Requirements
67
Accessing Your DVR Within a Local Network (LAN)
68
Step 1 of 3: Connect Your DVR to the Local Area Network
68
Step 2 of 3: Obtain the Dvr's Local IP Address and HTTP Port
68
Step 3 of 3: Enter the Dvr's Local IP Address into the Browser
69
To Connect Using the Dvr's Local IP Address on a PC
69
To Connect to the Dvr's Local IP Address on a Mac
70
Accessing Your DVR Remotely over the Internet
71
Step 1 of 4: Port Forwarding
71
Step 2 of 4: Create a DDNS Account
72
Step 3 of 4: Enable DDNS on the DVR
76
Step 4 of 4: Enter the DDNS Address into the Browser
77
Remote Viewing Using a Web Browser
78
Logging into the System
79
Changing Viewing Modes
80
Taking Screen Shots
80
Recording Video
81
Showing / Hiding Channels
81
Adjusting Sub-Menu Options
82
Changing the Save Directory of Screenshots or Recorded Video
82
Changing the Format of Recorded Video (PC Only)
83
Configuring PTZ Settings
84
Video Playback
85
Video Playback Controls
86
Configuring Display Settings
86
Configuring Privacy Zone Settings
87
Configuring Recording Parameters
88
Configuring the Recording Schedule
88
Configuring System Recording Quality
89
Configuring Basic Network Settings
90
Configuring the System Substream
90
Configuring Email Notification Settings
91
Changing the Mobile User Name and Password
92
Configuring DDNS Settings
93
Configuring Motion Detection Settings
93
Configuring Your System to "Beep" During Motion
94
Configuring Alarm Notifications
95
Configuring Hard Drive Recording Mode
96
Configuring PTZ Parameters
96
Configuring the System Time and Date
97
Changing the System's Menu Time out
97
Configuring System User Accounts
98
Viewing System Information
99
Upgrading System Firmware
99
Restoring Default Settings
100
Configuring Event Settings
100
Configuring Auto-Reboot
101
Lorex Player 11: Playing Backed up Video on PC
102
Installing Lorex Player 11
102
Running Lorex Player 11
102
Lorex Player 11 Interface Overview
103
About the Advanced Config Menu
103
Lorex Player for Mac: Viewing Backed up Video on Mac
104
Lorex Player Mac Interface
104
Loading Individual Video Files
105
Loading Multiple Video Files
105
Mobile Apps: Accessing Your DVR Using a Mobile Device
106
Compatible Devices and Platforms
106
Before You Begin
106
Iphone / Ipad
107
Step 1 of 3: Downloading the App
107
Step 2 of 3: Configuring Lorex Mobile Eco
107
Step 3 of 3: Connecting to Your DVR
108
Deleting Accounts
109
Taking Snapshots
109
Changing Channels
110
Interface Overview
110
Android
111
Step 1 of 2: Downloading the App
111
Step 2 of 2: Configuring and Connecting to Lorex Mobile Eco
111
Viewing Controls
112
Blackberry
113
Step 1 of 2: Downloading and Installing the App
113
Step 2 of 2: Configuring Lorex Mobile Eco
114
Connecting to the DVR through the Device List
115
Enabling APN on Your Blackberry
115
Windows Mobile
117
Step 1 of 2: Downloading the App
117
Step 2 of 2: Configuring and Connecting to Lorex Mobile Eco
117
Symbian os
118
Step 1 of 2: Downloading the App
118
Step 2 of 2: Configuring and Connecting to Lorex Mobile Eco
119
Appendix A: System Specifications
120
Appendix B: Networking Checklist
121
Appendix C: How Do I Find My IP & MAC Address
123
Appendix D: What Is Port Forwarding and Other Frequently Asked Networking Questions
124
How Can I Port Forward My Gateway or Router
125
How Can I Test My Port Forwarding Configuration
125
What Is the Difference between Internal and External IP Addresses
125
How Can I Find My External IP Address
126
What Is the Difference between Static and Dynamic IP Addresses
126
Appendix E: Internet Setup Wizard (PC Only)
127
Installation
127
Configuration
129
Configuring Multiple Routers
131
Appendix F: Assigning a Fixed IP to Your DVR
134
What's the Difference between DHCP and Static Ips
134
Setting up a Fixed IP
135
Scenario Example
135
Appendix G: Auto Port Forwarding Router Compatibility List
137
Appendix H: Connecting a PTZ Camera
139
Configuring PTZ Settings
139
Using the PTZ Menu (Local DVR)
140
PTZ Presets and PTZ Cruise
141
Setting PTZ Presets
141
Selecting PTZ Presets
141
Deleting PTZ Presets
141
Starting / Stopping PTZ Cruise
141
Appendix I: Connecting Additional External Monitors
142
Configuring the Spot Monitor for Full-Screen or Split-Screen
143
Only)
143
Appendix J: Recording Audio
144
Appendix K: Full Connectivity Diagram
146
Appendix L: Replacing the Hard Drive
147
Removing the Hard Drive
147
Replacing the Hard Drive
148
Formatting the Hard Drive
148
Appendix M: Daylight Saving Time on Your DVR
149
Why Is the DVR Timestamp Important
149
Troubleshooting
150
Troubleshooting (Continued)
151
Troubleshooting Remote Connections
152
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