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Remote Connectivity

Remote Connectivity

The system features a built-in browser-based software that allows you to access your

system remotely over your local area network (LAN) or over the Internet using Internet

Explorer® (PC) or Safari® (Mac).

System Requirements

Prior to using Lorex Web Client, make sure your system meets or exceeds the following

system requirements:

Description Requirement

CPU Pentium® 4 or above

Operating

System

Windows XP/Vista/7

Mac OSX 10.6 and above (Intel processors only)

Memory 256 MB RAM or greater

Video 16 MB of video memory

Network (LAN) 10/100 BaseT Network

Network

(WAN)

384 Kbps upstream*

*High-speed Internet service is recommended when using DVR Netviewer.

Browser Internet Explorer 6 or later (PC) / Safari 5 or later (Mac)

PC remote viewing Mac remote viewing

For details on navigating the Mac

remote viewing interface, see

“Appendix O: Remote Viewing

(Mac)” on page 123.

For details on navigating the PC

remote viewing interface, see

“Remote Viewing” on page 60.

Contents

Main DIGITAL VIDEO SURVEILLANCE RECORDER LH110 ECO SERIES Instruction Manual THE ECONOMICAL SOLUTION TO PROTECT YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS www.lorextechnology.com CAUTION BEFORE YOU START THIS PRODUCT MAY REQUIRE PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION LOREX IS COMMITTED TO FULFILLING YOUR SECURITY NEEDS LOREX SE COMPROMETE A SATISFACER SUS NECESIDADES EN SEGURIDAD LOREX SENGAGE SATISFAIRE VOS BESOINS SCURITAIRES AVANT DE COMMENCER ANTES DE EMPEZAR www.lorextechnology.com North America: Need Help? CONTACT US FIRST DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE 3 Easy Ways to Contact Us: Necesita Ayuda COMUNQUESE PRIMERO CON NOSOTROS info@lorexcorp.com customerservice@lorexcorp.com support@lorexcorp.com Important Safeguards Installation vi Service Use General Precautions FCC CLASS B NOTICE Note www.lorextechnology.com Features Table of Contents Section 1: The Basics Section 2: Configuring the DVR Menus Section 3: Remote Connectivity Section 4: Appendices Getting Started The system comes with the following components: 16-Channel models only Front Panel 4-channel 8- channel 16-channel Rear Panel 4-channel 8-channel 16-channel Basic Setup Step 1: Connect the BNC cameras. Step 2: Connect the mouse Step 3: Connect the Ethernet cable Step 4: Connect the display Step 5: Connect the power adapter Step 6: Verify camera image Step 7: Set the time Default system password & port numbers Quick access to system information Connecting Cameras Installation Tips Camera Stand Installation Connecting BNC Cameras Connecting and Removing BNC cables Mouse Control Remote Control (4 & 8 Channel) . Remote Control (16 Channel) Starting the System Password Restoring the systems resolution if you see a blank screen Adjusting the DVRs Output Resolution Using the Onscreen Display C M CC Tip: If you cant see your mouse cursor on screen: Front Panel Remote Using the Sub-Menu Using the Virtual Keyboard Mouse Only Setting the Date and Time Recording Event Recording Recording Audio 4/8/16 audio channels depending on your respective model Playback Onscreen Playback Controls Backing Up Video Page Viewing Backed Up Video Page Converting Backed Up Video to AVI Files Page Managing Passwords and Changing The System Password Page Changing User Settings and Authority Page Using the Main Menu Display Changing the channel name Changing the position of the channel name Adjusting the image color Enabling Covert Recording C Enabling / disabling channels from recording Adjusting Recording Quality Enabling / Disabling audio recording Adjusting Recording Modes (Continuous/Schedule/ Alarm Recording) Configuring Backup File Duration (Pack Duration) Network Configuring Network type : DHCP & Static IP Changing the DVRs Media and Web Port Configuring DDNS settings Auto Port Forwarding Search Video Playback Backing Up Video Page Device Configuring Hard Drive settings Configuring Alarm Settings Setting up E-mail Notification Configuring mobile connectivity settings Page Advance Adjusting the system time and DST (Daylight Saving Time) Settings Page Configuring System Video and Audio settings Adjusting System Language Viewing System Information Configuring The System Menu Loading System Defaults Upgrading The System Firmware Remote Connectivity System Requirements Accessing your DVR within a local network (LAN) Prerequisites Step 1 of 2 : Obtain the DVRs local IP address and Web Port Step 2 of 2: Enter the DVRs local IP address into the browser http://192.168.5.118:80 Accessing your DVR Remotely Step 1 of 5: Port Forwarding Step 2 of 5: Create a DDNS Account tomsmith.lorexddns.net Step 3 of 5: Enable DDNS on the DVR Step 4 of 5: Enter the DDNS Information into the DVR tomsmith tsmith01 ****** Step 5 of 5: Enter the DDNS Address into the browser http://tomsmith.lorexddns.net:80 Remote Viewing Remote Viewing on the Mac Remote Viewing on the PC Viewing your DVR remotely for the first time Logging into the system Changing Viewing Modes Taking Screen Shots Recording Video Showing & Hiding Channels Configuring PTZ settings Video Playback Page Configuring Display Settings Configuring Recording Settings Configuring Scheduled Recording Page Configuring Alarm Parameters Configuring Network Settings Configuring DDNS Settings Configuring E-mail Notification Settings Enabling e-mail notifications using the Lorex e-mail server Configuring Device Settings Configuring Hard Drive Settings Configuring PTZ Parameters Configuring Mobile Device Settings Configuring Motion Detection Settings Page Page Configuring DST (Daylight Saving Time) Settings Viewing System Information Configuring DVR Save Directories Lorex Client 10 Lorex Player 10 Mobile Apps iPhone Step 1 of 3: Downloading the App Page Step 3 of 3: Connecting to your DVR + Deleting Accounts Taking Snapshots Changing channels in Quad View Interface Overview BlackBerry Step 2 of 2: Configuring Lorex Mobile Eco Connecting to the DVR through the Device List Windows Mobile Step 2 of 2: Configuring and Connecting to Lorex Mobile Android Step 2 of 2: Configuring and Connecting to Lorex Mobile Eco Symbian OS Step 2 of 2: Configuring and Connecting to Lorex Mobile Eco Page Appendix B: Networking Checklist I have the following: I have turned off the system and performed the following: I have found my System Information: I have enabled Port Forwarding on my router: I have configured my system to connect to the DDNS server: I can access my system from a remote PC: LOCALLY MUST tomsmith.lorexddns.net Appendix C: How do I find my IP & MAC address? Finding Your External IP Address Appendix D: What is port forwarding? NETWORK EXAMPLE Appendix E: Internet Setup Wizard (PC only) Installation Page Configuration Initial Startup: Select language Step 1: Populate the router database Step 2: Enter your router settings the routers Step 3: Update the router settings Step 4: Test your connection Configuring multiple routers Scenario A: Router/Modem combination + Router Scearnio B: Multiple Routers Example Appendix F: Assigning A Static IP To Your DVR Whats the difference between DHCP and Static IPs? Setting up a static IP Scenario Example Page Appendix G: Auto Port Forwarding Router Compatibility List Appendix H: Connecting a PTZ Camera Using the PTZ Menu (Local DVR) Appendix I: Connecting Additional External Monitors Appendix J: Recording Audio Audio In port 1 Video In port 1 Audio camera 1 Connecting Audio Cameras (4/8 channel ) Appendix K: Full Connectivity Diagram The following diagram outlines a general set of connections available with the system*. 4/8 Channel Model 117 Appendix K: Full Connectivity Diagram 16 Channel Model Appendix L: Replacing the Hard Drive Removing the Hard Drive Replacing the Hard Drive Formatting the Hard Drive must Appendix M: Assigning camera channels (16 Ch. only) Configuring Video Margins Appendix N: Daylight Saving Time on your DVR Why is the DVR timestamp important? Appendix O: Remote Viewing (Mac) Remote Viewing Interface Logging Into Your System Changing Viewing Modes Taking Screen Shots Recording Live Video Showing & Hiding Channels Viewing recorded video files Lorex Player Mac interface Loading Individual Video Files Loading Multiple Video Files Configuring PTZ settings Video Playback Page 132 Appendix O: Remote Viewing (Mac) Navigating the playback window Downloading video files Configuring the system remotely Display menu Record menu Configuring the Scheduled Setup settings Alarm menu Network menu Email Setting menu (E-mail Alerts) Using the Lorex E-Mail server Device Menu PTZ Menu Mobile Menu Motion Menu System Menu User Menu DST Menu Information Menu Changing save directories 147 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 148 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting (contd.) Troubleshooting the video display Solution 1 Solution 2 Manually setting the DVR output mode R e vi s i o n 4. 0 www.lorexcctv.com Page Special offer Coupon: MLLLLDCG-CM-OOJICORN PROTECT EVERYTHING THAT MATTERS