LOREX Technology LH0181011C8F ECO Blackbox+ Series Features, Connectivity Features4

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ECO Blackbox+ Series Features

Digital Video Recorder Features

•H.264 video compression1

•HDMI output (HDMI cable included for – simple connection to HDTVs)2

•Real time recording resolution: 4ch: 960x480 (960H), 8/16ch: 480x240 (WCIF)

•960H (960x480) recording resolution capable3

•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). Remotely control through App

Connectivity Features4

•Exclusive LOREX Easy Connect Internet Set-up Wizard

•Instant Mobile Viewing on compatible Smart phones & Tablets5

•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

•Accurate Time Stamps with NTP & Daylight Savings Time

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

2.HDMI output (1920x1080) for high definition multi-channel live viewing only. High definition recording not sup- ported, recording resolution is limited to a maximum of 960x480 per channel. Image quality and resolution is dependent on the type of camera connected to the DVR.

3.When used with 960H compatible cameras. DVR is backwards compatible and supports different camera inputs: standard resolution and 960H.

4.Requires a high speed internet connection and a router (not included).

5.Smart Phone & Tablet Compatibility: iPad®, iPhone®, Android (version 1.5 & above), Windows Mobile (6.0, 6.5). 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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Before YOU Start Avant DE Antes DE Commencer Empezar Important Safeguards Service Product Information FCC/IC NoticeModification RoHSConnectivity Features2 Digital Video Recorder FeaturesConnectivity Features4 ECO Blackbox+ Series FeaturesPage Table of Contents Enabling and Changing Passwords Adding Users Playback and BackupLorex Client 11 Client Software for PC Lorex Player for Mac Viewing Backed up Video on Mac Before you Begin iPhone / iPad Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Remote ConnectionsXvi System comes with the following components Getting StartedECO Blackbox Series LED IndicatorsDVR Overview Front Panel All ModelsChannel ECO Blackbox+ Series Channel Connect the Ethernet Cable Basic SetupConnect the BNC Cameras Connect the MouseChannel Connect Connect the Power Adapter and Power on the DVRConnect the Monitor Verify Camera ImageSet the Time Default System Password & Port NumbersQuick Access to System Information Installing Cameras Connecting CamerasInstallation Tips To connect or remove a BNC connector Connecting BNC Cameras to your DVRConnecting and Removing BNC Cables Right-Button Mouse ControlPlayback Controls Remote ControlChannel Remote Control Tip If you can’t see your mouse cursor on screen Using the On-Screen DisplayMenu Bar Icons Using the Menu BarTo access the Menu Bar To use the Virtual Mini-Keyboard Using the Virtual Keyboard and Mini-KeyboardTo use the Virtual Keyboard To use the Zoom Mode Using the Zoom ModeTo use Picture in Picture Mode Using Picture in Picture PIP ModeClick System Setting the Date and TimeDaylight Saving Time Select Enable Configuring Daylight Savings Time DSTTo enable automatic DST adjustments Enable Select Enable Using a NTP Server to set your System TimeTo enable NTP Recording Audio RecordingEvent Recording To playback a specific date and time Playback and BackupPlaying Back Recorded Video Search results To search for recorded footage on the DVRUsing the On-Screen Playback Controls To use the advanced playback controls Advanced Playback Controls ECO Blackbox+ Series OnlyTo control the time range of the Playback bar Using Zoom in Playback Mode ECO Blackbox+ Series OnlyTo use zoom in playback mode To create a backup video clip Using Video Clip Backup ECO Blackbox+ Series OnlyTo back up video Backing Up VideoTo start the AVI Generator To install the AVI converterViewing Backed Up Video Converting Backed Up Video to AVI FilesLocate the file in the folder you selected in step To enable the admin password Managing PasswordsEnabling and Changing Passwords To add a new user Adding UsersSelect the menus and channels the user will have access to To open the Main Menu Using the Main MenuChanging the Position of the Channel Name Configuring Custom Channel NamesAdjusting Camera Color Settings DisplayAdjusting Menu Transparency Configuring the Time Recording Time DisplayConfiguring Sequence Time Changing the Video-out ResolutionAdding Privacy Zones Adjusting the Video MarginTo adjust the video margin To configure a privacy zoneTo re-arrange the split-screen display Record Configuring Pre-recording SettingsConfiguring Backup File Duration Pack Duration Configuring the Recording Schedule Continuous and MotionEnabling Audio Recording To enable audio recordingSearching for Video on the System SearchTo back up video files Using the Event SearchBacking up Video Files Video Playback ControlsTo perform a Log search Using the Log SearchTo perform an Event Search Click the Event Search tab Changing the DVR’s Client and Http Port Configuring Network Type Dhcp & Static IPNetwork Enabling Auto Port ForwardingTo adjust the SubStream settings Setting up Email NotificationAdjusting Remote Connectivity Streaming Rates To set up email notificationIf you want to use Lorex’s email server recommended If you select Enable, and want to use your own email serverTo configure mobile connectivity settings Configuring Motion Detection AlarmConfiguring Ddns settings To configure the Alarm tab Configuring Alarm Settings Channel ECO Blackbox+ OnlyTo format the hard drive This step cannot be undone Configuring Hard Drive SettingsDevice Formatting USB Flash DrivesSystem Viewing System Information Configuring the Auto Reboot featureTo enable the Auto Reboot feature AdvancedTo load system defaults Restoring to Factory Default SettingsTo upgrade the system firmware Click Advanced Click Firmware UpdateRestarting or Shutting Down Configuring System WarningsClick Advanced Click Reboot or Shut Down To configure system warningsMain Menu Remote Viewing Client Setting up your DVR for Remote ConnectivitySystem Requirements Not Included Accessing your DVR within a Local Network LAN3 Connect your DVR to the Local Area Network 3 Obtain the DVR’s Local IP Address and Http Port3 Enter the DVR’s Local IP Address into the Browser To connect using the DVR’s Local IP Address on a PCTo connect to the DVR’s Local IP Address on a Mac Example Connecting to a Local IP Address using SafariTo set up remote connectivity with your DVR, you must Accessing your DVR Remotely over the Internet4 Port Forwarding To setup your free Lorex Ddns accountClick Warranties to register your product for warranty Enter your address information Click Create Address ClickSetUpaNewDDNS To enable Ddns in your DVR 4 Enable Ddns on the DVRExample of a Ddns address 4 Enter the Ddns Address into the BrowserFor example Lorex Client 11 Client Software for PC Connecting to your DVR using Lorex ClientRemote Viewing Interface Viewing options To change the DVR’s viewing modeChanging Viewing Modes Taking Screen ShotsShowing / Hiding Channels Recording VideoTo open the sub-menu Adjusting Sub-menu OptionsTo show or hide video in the main video window Changing the Format of Recorded Video PC Only To control the PTZ settings on the DVR Configuring PTZ SettingsTo playback video Video PlaybackVideo Playback Controls Configuring Display SettingsConfiguring Privacy Zone Settings Configuring the Recording Schedule Configuring Recording ParametersClick the Remote Setting tab, and click RecordMainStream Configuring System Recording QualityTo configure basic network settings Configuring Basic Network SettingsConfiguring the System Substream Configuring Email Notification Settings Changing the Mobile User Name and Password Ddns Select Enable or Disable Configuring Ddns SettingsConfiguring Motion Detection Settings Configuring your System to Beep During Motion Setting tabRecordSchedule Configuring PTZ Parameters Configuring Hard Drive Recording ModeChanging the System’s Menu Time Out Configuring the System Time and DateConfiguring System User Accounts To view system information Viewing System InformationUpgrading System Firmware Configuring Event Settings Restoring Default SettingsConfiguring Auto-Reboot Minimum System Requirements Installing Lorex PlayerLorex Player 11 Playing Backed up Video on PC Running Lorex PlayerLorex Player 11 Interface Overview About the Advanced Config MenuTo open the Advanced Config menu Launching Lorex Player Mac To install Lorex Player MacLorex Player for Mac Viewing Backed up Video on Mac Lorex Player Mac InterfaceTo load multiple video files saved onto your hard drive Loading Individual Video FilesLoading Multiple Video Files To load files saved onto your hard driveYour DVR’s Ddns address Mobile Apps Accessing your DVR Using a Mobile DeviceCompatible Devices and Platforms Before you Begin3 Downloading the App 3 Configuring Lorex Mobile ECOIPhone / iPad Tomsmith.lorexddns.net1 3 Connecting to your DVR To take snapshots Deleting AccountsTaking Snapshots Changing Channels2 Downloading the App 2 Configuring and Connecting to Lorex Mobile ECOAndroid Interface Overview101 Viewing Controls BlackBerry 2 Downloading and Installing the AppClick Import Files 2 Configuring Lorex Mobile ECOEnabling APN on Your Blackberry Connecting to the DVR through the Device ListExample To enable APNSelect Advanced Options TCP/IP Windows Mobile Symbian OS Click the Settings button Appendix a System Specifications 111 To connect a PTZ camera to the system Appendix B Connecting a PTZ CameraPrerequisite To enter PTZ camera settings in the DVR To control the PTZ camera locally on your DVR Using the PTZ Menu Local DVRProtocol Select from Pelco-D or Pelco-P Parity Select from None, Odd, Even, Mark or SpaceDeleting PTZ Presets PTZ Presets and PTZ CruiseSetting PTZ Presets Selecting PTZ PresetsBNC to RCA adapter Appendix C Connecting Additional External MonitorsAppendix D Recording Audio Connecting Audio CamerasClick Record and select the MainStream tab To remove the hard drive Appendix E Replacing the Hard DriveRemoving the Hard Drive To replace the hard drive Replacing the Hard DriveThis step cannot be undone To format the hard disk Formatting the Hard DriveError Possible Causes Solutions TroubleshootingDVR TroubleshootingTomsmith.lorexddns.net Troubleshooting Remote ConnectionsExpand and Customize Your System