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LOREX Technology LH0181011C8F Appendix D Recording Audio, Connecting Audio Cameras

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Appendix D: Recording Audio

Appendix D: Recording Audio

The system can also record audio for up to:

•4/8-channel Blackbox Series: 1 channel.

•4/8-channel Blackbox+ Series and 16-channel Blackbox Series: 2 channels.

•16-channel Blackbox+ Series: 4 channels.

You must have audio-capable cameras (not included) or self-powered microphones (not included) in order to record audio on the system.

Connecting Audio Cameras

8-channel model shown

ConnectanRCAaudiocablefromthecamerainto the corresponding Audio INPUT port

To enable audio recording:

1You must connect audio-capable cameras (not included) or self-powered microphones to channels with corresponding Audio Inputs:

•4/8-channel Blackbox Series: Connect the BNC video cable from the camera to the BNC Video Input port marked 1.

•4/8-channel Blackbox+ Series and 16-channel Blackbox Series: Connect the BNC video cable from the camera to BNC Video Input port 1 or 2.

•16-channel Blackbox+ Series: Connect the BNC video cable from the camera to the BNC Video Input port 1~4.

2Connect the RCA audio cable from the camera to the corresponding Audio INPUT. For example, if you connected the camera’s BNC video cable to channel 1, connect the RCA audio cable to Audio Input 1.

3 Right-click to open the Menu Bar and click the Main Menu button (

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LOREX Technology LH0181011C8F instruction manual Appendix D Recording Audio, Connecting Audio Cameras

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 ConnectSet 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 Mouse Control Right-ButtonRemote Control Playback ControlsChannel Remote Control Using the On-Screen Display Tip If you can’t see your mouse cursor on screenMenu 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 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 SystemDaylight 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 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 control the time range of the Playback bar Using Zoom in Playback Mode ECO Blackbox+ Series OnlyTo use zoom in playback mode 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 To enable the admin password Managing PasswordsEnabling and Changing Passwords 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 a Log search Using the Log SearchTo perform an Event Search Click the Event Search tab 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 settingsIf 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 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 Remote Viewing Client Setting up your DVR for Remote ConnectivitySystem Requirements 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 DVRExample of a Ddns address 4 Enter the Ddns Address into the BrowserFor example 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 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 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 RecordMainStreamTo 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 Hard Drive Recording Mode Configuring PTZ ParametersConfiguring the System Time and Date Changing the System’s Menu Time OutConfiguring System User Accounts To view system information Viewing System InformationUpgrading System Firmware Restoring Default Settings Configuring Event SettingsConfiguring Auto-Reboot Running Lorex Player Installing Lorex PlayerLorex Player 11 Playing Backed up Video on PC Minimum System RequirementsLorex Player 11 Interface Overview About the Advanced Config MenuTo open the Advanced Config menu 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 address3 Downloading the App 3 Configuring Lorex Mobile ECOIPhone / iPad 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 BlackberryExample 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 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 To remove the hard drive Appendix E Replacing the Hard DriveRemoving 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