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4 CHANNEL
NETWORKABLE DIGITAL
VIDEO RECORDER
Instruction Manual
English Version 1.0
MODEL:
L284161
www.lorexcctv.com
Copyright © 2006 LOREX Technology Inc.
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Thank you for purchasing the 4 Channel Networkable Digital Video Recorder. Lorex is committed to providing our customers with a high quality, reliable security product. This DVR product has High quality recording using advanced MJPEG video compression (5~20Kbyte/ frame), and supports 2 disk drives (1 internal/1 removable). It supports multiple viewing modes and video motion detection. This system also includes free access to a DDNS Server for remote viewing. . To learn more about this 4 Cha
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Important Safeguards Important Safeguards In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture process of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility too. This sheet lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the video product and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operating and using your video product. Installation 1. Read
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Important Safeguards Service Use 13. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video 19. Cleaning - Unplug the video product from the wall equipment yourself as opening or removing covers outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or may expose you to dangerous voltage or other aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 20. Product and Cart Combination - Video and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick 1
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General Precautions NOTE This equipment has been certified and found to comply with the limits regulated by FCC, EMC, and LVD. Therefore, it is designated to provide reasonable protection against interference and will not cause interference with other appliance usage. However, it is imperative that the user follows this manuals guidelines to avoid improper usage which may result in damage to the unit, electrical shock and fire hazard injury In order to improve the feature functions and qualit
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DVR Features DVR Features � High quality recording using advanced MJ PEG video compression (5~20Kbyte/frame) � Supports 2 disk drives (1 internal/1 removable) � Pre-Installed 160 GB Hard Drive (in Removable Drive Bay) � Remote Control or Main Panel operation � Password Security Protected � Multiple Viewing modes: Quad, Full Screen � Video motion detection � Audio recording � Free DDNS Service Included NetViewer Software � View and Record from your PC - Connect your DVR to your Network � Minimu
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Getting Started .......................................................................................... 9 L284161 - Front .................................................................................. 10-11 L284161 - Back ....................................................................................... 12 Remote Control ....................................................................................... 13 Installing the Removable Hard Drive ..
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Table of Contents System Information ................................................................................. 25 HDD CAP DISPLAY .................................................................................................................. 25 HDD SUMMARY ....................................................................................................................... 25 Network .............................................................................................. 26-27
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Getting Started Getting Started The L284161 system comes with the following components: 4 CHANNEL NETWORKABLE DVR (Hard Drive NOT Included) Power Supply - 12V 5A Quadruple BNC Video Looping Cable Remote Control (with Batteries) NetViewer Software CHECK YOUR PACKAGE TO CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE COMPLETE SYSTEM, INCLUDING ALL COMPONENTS SHOWN ABOVE. 9
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L284161 - Front - Primary Function Buttons L284161 - Front 1 2 34 56 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1. REMOVABLE HARD DRIVE BAY - Mounting location for a REMOVABLE HARD DRIVE. See Page 14 for Hard Drive Installation instructions. NOTE: This DVR allows for the connection of 2 Hard Drives at 300GB each. For ease of use, a drive HAS BEEN connected in the REMOVABLE HARD DRIVE BAY. Please see instructions on page 14 for further details on changing the REMOVABLE HARD DRIVE. An additional drive can b
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L284161 - Front - Primary Function Buttons 1 2 34 56 78 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 8. MENU BUTTON - Displays the on screen MENU. For details on MENU options, see page 18. 9. CHANNEL BUTTONS: � CH1 / UP: Changes to CHANNEL 1 in Camera Mode, and is used as UP in MENU mode � CH2 / RIGHT: Changes to CHANNEL 2 in Camera Mode, and is used as RIGHT in MENU mode � CH3 / DOWN: Changes to CHANNEL 3 in Camera Mode, and is used as DOWN in MENU mode � CH4 / LEFT: Changes to CHANNEL 4 in Camera Mode, and is used
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L284161 - Back L284161 - Back 12 3 4 5 8 67 1. VIDEO OUT - VIDEO Output connections to a MONITOR or DVR 2. VIDEO IN (CH1-CH4) - Channel 1-4 VIDEO INPUTS (for CAMERA or SERVATION SYSTEM connectivity) 3. AUDIO OUT - Port for connecting AUDIO OUT from the DVR to another device 4. AUDIO IN (CH1-CH4) - Channel 1-4 AUDIO INPUTS (from CAMERA or DVR) 5. POWER SWITCH - Turn the DVR unit ON/OFF 6. ETHERNET PORT - Used to connect the DVR to a ROUTER for NETWORK CONTROL 7. ALARM/SENSOR BLOCK - Ports for
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Remote Control Remote Control Listed below is a quick reference for use of the Remote Control. For more details on specific remote control features, refer to the Front Panel features. 1. REC - Initiates recording 2. /CH1 - Up in MENU Mode / 1. Change to CH1 2. 3. ONE FRM - Advance one frame 10. in playback 3. 4. /CH4 - Left in MENU Mode / 11. Change to CH4 4. 5. QUAD/ENTER - Change to 5. QUAD Mode / Enter in MENU 12. 6. Mode 13. 6. EVENT - Enter EVENT Search Mode 7.
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Installing the Hard Drive Installing the Hard Drive The Hard Drive serves the same purpose in a DVR as a video cassette does in a VCR. Please follow the steps carefully in order to ensure proper installation. The compartment located on the front panel of the DVR is the removable Cartridge Casing in which you insert the Hard Drive. The various parts of the Cartridge Casing are labeled for your reference. STEP 1: Remove the Cartridge Casing from the DVR. � Lift the Handle and pull towards you
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Installing the Hard Drive STEP 4: Secure the Hard Drive in the Casing � Use screws and tighten them, positioning the Hard Drive into place. This step is optional, but it is recommended. Position Hard Drive and secure with provided screws STEP 5: Slide the top Cover over the Cartridge Casing � Slide the Cover forward over the Cartridge Case. Ensure it is secured in place over the release latch. Hard Drive Cover positioning STEP 6: Reinsert the Cartridge Casing into the DVR � Fully insert the
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Starting the DVR - Self Test Screens Starting the DVR - Self Test Screens Once the DVR has been connected and powered on, the following self-test screens will appear: NOTE: This unit does NOT include a Hard Drive. LOREX MASTER HDD *************** STANDALONE DVR SLAVE HDD ........... NOT INSTALLED [ V #.## ] AUDIO OK SYSTEM START: HARD DRIVE DETECTION: The first loading screen indicates the The second loading screen detects the DVR type and firmware version as MASTER and SLAVE HARD DRIVES. The
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Starting the DVR - QUAD Display Starting the DVR - QUAD Display After the system self-tests have been completed, the DVR will switch to the CAMERA viewing screens (in QUAD MODE) with the following information displayed on screen: � ALARM [----]: Shows CAMERAS in ALARM mode � CH1-CH4: Camera title indicators � USED #% [M]: Amount of HARD DRIVE used (in GB) [M] indicates MASTER HARD DRIVE [S] indicates SLAVE HARD DRIVE � MM/DD/YYYY - HH:MM:SS: The current system date and time. If a camera is n
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Main Menu Control Main Menu Control Enter the MENU screen by pressing the MENU button. Scroll through the 9 options by pressing the UP and DOWN buttons. To enter a sub-menu, navigate to the option and press the button. To exit a SUBMENU, press the MENU button, which takes you back to the MAIN MENU. To exit the MAIN MENU, press the MENU button. Outlined below are the buttons used to access menu settings: : Scroll up and down within a menu option : Scroll left and right within a menu option
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Time / Date Set Time / Date Set This submenu allows you to change the TIME and DATE displayed on the monitor (On Screen Display), and recorded on the DVR. 1. DATE FORMAT - Display the DATE FORMAT on the monitor screen. Navigate using the buttons, and press the button to set the date TIME/DATE format. Available options include: � YYYY/MM/DD DATE FORMAT MM/DD/YYYY .. DATE/TIME SET � MM/DD/YYYY � DD/MM/YYYY [ ]MOVE [ ]SELECT [ ]EXIT 2. DATE/TIME SET- Changes the date and time for the DVR.
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Schedule Set Schedule Set This submenu allows you to set an automatic recording schedule for the DVR 1. SCHEDULE - Sets the scheduled recording to ON/ OFF. Navigate to this option using the TIME/DATE buttons, and press the button to change the option. SCHEDULE [ ON ] 2. RECORD FPS - Sets the recording speed in FPS (Frames Per Second). Navigate to this option using RECORD FPS [ 30 ] the buttons, and press the button to change RECORD QUALITY [ NORMAL ] the option to one of the following se
