LOREX Technology LH0181011C8F Digital Video Recorder Features, Connectivity Features2

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ECO Blackbox Series Features

Digital Video Recorder Features

•H.264 video compression1

•Real time recording: 8/16ch: (360x240), 4ch: (720x240) resolution

•Pentaplex operation - View, Record, Playback, Back Up & Remotely Control the system simultaneously

•24/7 100% Duty cycle hard drive pre-installed

•PTZ cameras supported (RS485)

•Accurate Time Stamps with NTP & Daylight Savings Time

Connectivity Features2

•Exclusive LOREX Easy Connect Internet Set-up Wizard

•Instant Mobile Viewing on compatible Smart phones & Tablets3

•PC and Mac Compatible (Internet Explorer & Safari browsers)

•Free LOREX DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Service) for advanced remote connectivity at all times

•Instant email alerts with snap shot attachment

Blackbox is used solely as a marketing term and does not imply that the product can survive fire or extreme conditions. Use product in accordance with the instructions provided. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. No claim is made to the exclusive right to use the trademarks listed, other than the trademarks owned by Lorex Technology Inc. We reserve the right to change models, configurations or specifications without notice or liability. Product may not be exactly as shown.

1.Recording time may vary based on recording resolution & quality, lighting conditions and movement in the scene.

2.Requires a high speed Internet connection and a router (not included).

3.Smart Phone & Tablet Compatibility: iPad™, iPhone™, BlackBerry (supported model numbers: 9000, 9700, 9800), Android (version 1.5 & above), Windows Mobile (6.0, 6.5), Symbian 3rd & 5th generation phones. Mobile phone data plan is required (not included). Router port forwarding required. For the latest compatibility list check www.lorextechnology.com as new models become available in the market.

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Contents Digital Video Surveillance Recorder Expose this Unit to Rain or Moisture Need HELP? ¿NECESITA AYUDA? Before YOU Start Avant DE Antes DE Commencer Empezar Important Safeguards Service RoHS FCC/IC NoticeModification Product InformationDigital Video Recorder Features Connectivity Features2ECO Blackbox+ Series Features Connectivity Features4Page Table of Contents Playback and Backup Enabling and Changing Passwords Adding UsersLorex Client 11 Client Software for PC Lorex Player for Mac Viewing Backed up Video on Mac Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Remote Connections Before you Begin iPhone / iPadXvi Getting Started System comes with the following componentsFront Panel All Models LED IndicatorsDVR Overview ECO Blackbox SeriesChannel ECO Blackbox+ Series Channel Connect the Mouse Basic SetupConnect the BNC Cameras Connect the Ethernet CableVerify Camera Image Connect the Power Adapter and Power on the DVRConnect the Monitor Channel ConnectQuick Access to System Information Default System Password & Port NumbersSet the Time Installation Tips Connecting CamerasInstalling Cameras Connecting and Removing BNC Cables Connecting BNC Cameras to your DVRTo connect or remove a BNC connector Mouse Control Right-ButtonRemote Control Playback ControlsChannel Remote Control Using the On-Screen Display Tip If you can’t see your mouse cursor on screenTo access the Menu Bar Using the Menu BarMenu Bar Icons To use the Virtual Keyboard Using the Virtual Keyboard and Mini-KeyboardTo use the Virtual Mini-Keyboard Using the Zoom Mode To use the Zoom ModeUsing Picture in Picture PIP Mode To use Picture in Picture ModeSetting the Date and Time Click SystemTo enable automatic DST adjustments Configuring Daylight Savings Time DSTDaylight Saving Time Select Enable To enable NTP Using a NTP Server to set your System TimeEnable Select Enable Event Recording RecordingRecording Audio Playing Back Recorded Video Playback and BackupTo playback a specific date and time To search for recorded footage on the DVR Search resultsUsing the On-Screen Playback Controls Advanced Playback Controls ECO Blackbox+ Series Only To use the advanced playback controlsTo use zoom in playback mode Using Zoom in Playback Mode ECO Blackbox+ Series OnlyTo control the time range of the Playback bar Using Video Clip Backup ECO Blackbox+ Series Only To create a backup video clipBacking Up Video To back up videoConverting Backed Up Video to AVI Files To install the AVI converterViewing Backed Up Video To start the AVI GeneratorLocate the file in the folder you selected in step Enabling and Changing Passwords Managing PasswordsTo enable the admin password Adding Users To add a new userSelect the menus and channels the user will have access to Using the Main Menu To open the Main MenuDisplay Configuring Custom Channel NamesAdjusting Camera Color Settings Changing the Position of the Channel NameChanging the Video-out Resolution Configuring the Time Recording Time DisplayConfiguring Sequence Time Adjusting Menu TransparencyTo configure a privacy zone Adjusting the Video MarginTo adjust the video margin Adding Privacy ZonesTo re-arrange the split-screen display Configuring the Recording Schedule Continuous and Motion Configuring Pre-recording SettingsConfiguring Backup File Duration Pack Duration RecordTo enable audio recording Enabling Audio RecordingSearch Searching for Video on the SystemVideo Playback Controls Using the Event SearchBacking up Video Files To back up video filesTo perform an Event Search Click the Event Search tab Using the Log SearchTo perform a Log search Enabling Auto Port Forwarding Configuring Network Type Dhcp & Static IPNetwork Changing the DVR’s Client and Http PortTo set up email notification Setting up Email NotificationAdjusting Remote Connectivity Streaming Rates To adjust the SubStream settingsTo configure mobile connectivity settings If you select Enable, and want to use your own email serverIf you want to use Lorex’s email server recommended Configuring Ddns settings AlarmConfiguring Motion Detection Configuring Alarm Settings Channel ECO Blackbox+ Only To configure the Alarm tabFormatting USB Flash Drives Configuring Hard Drive SettingsDevice To format the hard drive This step cannot be undoneSystem Advanced Configuring the Auto Reboot featureTo enable the Auto Reboot feature Viewing System InformationClick Advanced Click Firmware Update Restoring to Factory Default SettingsTo upgrade the system firmware To load system defaultsTo configure system warnings Configuring System WarningsClick Advanced Click Reboot or Shut Down Restarting or Shutting DownMain Menu System Requirements Setting up your DVR for Remote ConnectivityRemote Viewing Client 3 Obtain the DVR’s Local IP Address and Http Port Accessing your DVR within a Local Network LAN3 Connect your DVR to the Local Area Network Not IncludedTo connect using the DVR’s Local IP Address on a PC 3 Enter the DVR’s Local IP Address into the BrowserExample Connecting to a Local IP Address using Safari To connect to the DVR’s Local IP Address on a MacAccessing your DVR Remotely over the Internet To set up remote connectivity with your DVR, you mustTo setup your free Lorex Ddns account 4 Port ForwardingClick Warranties to register your product for warranty Enter your address information Click Create Address ClickSetUpaNewDDNS 4 Enable Ddns on the DVR To enable Ddns in your DVRFor example 4 Enter the Ddns Address into the BrowserExample of a Ddns address Connecting to your DVR using Lorex Client Lorex Client 11 Client Software for PCRemote Viewing Interface Taking Screen Shots To change the DVR’s viewing modeChanging Viewing Modes Viewing optionsRecording Video Showing / Hiding ChannelsTo show or hide video in the main video window Adjusting Sub-menu OptionsTo open the sub-menu Changing the Format of Recorded Video PC Only Configuring PTZ Settings To control the PTZ settings on the DVRVideo Playback To playback videoConfiguring Display Settings Video Playback ControlsConfiguring Privacy Zone Settings Configuring Recording Parameters Configuring the Recording ScheduleConfiguring System Recording Quality Click the Remote Setting tab, and click RecordMainStreamConfiguring the System Substream Configuring Basic Network SettingsTo configure basic network settings Configuring Email Notification Settings Changing the Mobile User Name and Password Configuring Motion Detection Settings Configuring Ddns SettingsDdns Select Enable or Disable Configuring your System to Beep During Motion Setting tabRecordSchedule Configuring Hard Drive Recording Mode Configuring PTZ ParametersConfiguring the System Time and Date Changing the System’s Menu Time OutConfiguring System User Accounts Upgrading System Firmware Viewing System InformationTo view system information Restoring Default Settings Configuring Event SettingsConfiguring Auto-Reboot Running Lorex Player Installing Lorex PlayerLorex Player 11 Playing Backed up Video on PC Minimum System RequirementsTo open the Advanced Config menu About the Advanced Config MenuLorex Player 11 Interface Overview Lorex Player Mac Interface To install Lorex Player MacLorex Player for Mac Viewing Backed up Video on Mac Launching Lorex Player MacTo load files saved onto your hard drive Loading Individual Video FilesLoading Multiple Video Files To load multiple video files saved onto your hard driveBefore you Begin Mobile Apps Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile DeviceCompatible Devices and Platforms Your DVR’s Ddns addressIPhone / iPad 3 Configuring Lorex Mobile ECO3 Downloading the App Tomsmith.lorexddns.net1 3 Connecting to your DVR Changing Channels Deleting AccountsTaking Snapshots To take snapshotsInterface Overview 2 Configuring and Connecting to Lorex Mobile ECOAndroid 2 Downloading the App101 Viewing Controls 2 Downloading and Installing the App BlackBerry2 Configuring Lorex Mobile ECO Click Import FilesConnecting to the DVR through the Device List Enabling APN on Your BlackberrySelect Advanced Options TCP/IP To enable APNExample Windows Mobile Symbian OS Click the Settings button Appendix a System Specifications 111 Prerequisite To enter PTZ camera settings in the DVR Appendix B Connecting a PTZ CameraTo connect a PTZ camera to the system Parity Select from None, Odd, Even, Mark or Space Using the PTZ Menu Local DVRProtocol Select from Pelco-D or Pelco-P To control the PTZ camera locally on your DVRSelecting PTZ Presets PTZ Presets and PTZ CruiseSetting PTZ Presets Deleting PTZ PresetsAppendix C Connecting Additional External Monitors BNC to RCA adapterConnecting Audio Cameras Appendix D Recording AudioClick Record and select the MainStream tab Removing the Hard Drive Appendix E Replacing the Hard DriveTo remove the hard drive Replacing the Hard Drive To replace the hard driveFormatting the Hard Drive This step cannot be undone To format the hard diskTroubleshooting Error Possible Causes SolutionsTroubleshooting DVRTroubleshooting Remote Connections Tomsmith.lorexddns.netExpand and Customize Your System