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BASIC SETUPBASIC SETUP NAVIGATION AND CONTROLS SET-UP LOCAL VIEWING ON YOUR PC
Quick Setup Guide
ECO LH110 Series
Digital Video Surveillance Recorder
Instant
Mobile
Viewing
PACKAGE CONTENTS:
1 X Eco Digital Video Recorder With Pre-Installed HDD*
1 X USB Mouse
1 X Power Adapter
1 X Remote Control
1 X Ethernet Cable
1 X Instruction Manual
1 X Quick Start Guide
1 X CD
ATTENTION:
• This guide refers only to the DVR set-up.
• DVR model, number of channels/port configuration and HDD (hard disk drive)
capacity may vary by model. Check your package for specific content information.
• Monitor and cameras are not included.
• Broadband router and computer are required for local and remote monitoring (not
included).
It’s all on the Web
For detailed setup information, please refer to
your included User’s Manual. For additional
information, please visit our website
www.lorextechnology.com
* For setup of Instant Mobile Viewing
refer to your User Manual.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. As
our products are subject to continuous improvement, Lorex Technology
Inc. and our subsidiaries reserve the right to modify product design,
specifications and prices, without notice and without incurring any
obligation. E&OE © 2011 LOREX. All rights reserved.
BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDE BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDE
STEP 1
Time: 20 Minutes Time: 20 Minutes
Hand Tools Hand ToolsSkills - Easy Skills - Easy
Connecting Cameras (not included)
Connect BNC cameras to the
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BNC ports (VIDEO INPUT)
on the rear panel.
NOTE: Test the cameras prior to
selecting a permanent mounting
location by temporarily
connecting the cameras and
cables to your DVR.
NOTE: the four channel
model is shown
Connecting the USB Mouse
Connect the USB mouse
2
to the top USB port on the
back panel of the DVR.
Connecting a Monitor (not included)
Connect the VGA cable (not
3a
included) from your LCD
monitor to the VGA port on
the rear panel of the DVR.
OR
From one of the VIDEO
3b
OUTPUT ports connect a BNC
terminated cable (not included)
to a TV or CCTV monitor.
Connecting the Ethernet Cable
Connect one end of the
4
Ethernet cable to an available
LAN port of your router (not
included) and the other end to
the DVR’s Network Port.
Powering ON the DVR
Connect the power cable to
5
the DC 12V port on the rear
panel and the power cord into
an electrical outlet. The system
turns on automatically once the
power cord is plugged in.
At startup, the system performs
a basic system check and runs
an initial loading sequence.
After a few moments, the system
loads a live display view.
NOTE: If your monitor is not automatically detected, the DVR front panel
buttons, mouse and remote control may not respond. To fix this, simply
press “0” three times on the remote control. Alternatively, you can press
and hold the
button (on 16 channel units) on the DVR front panel until you hear a beep.
For more information, please refer to the User’s Manual.
(rewind) button (on 4 and 8 channel units) or the “0”
NOTE: Make sure all cameras
and cables are properly
connected prior to powering
on the system.
STEP 1
Continued
Setting the Date & Time
1. Right-click anywhere on the screen to open the Sub-
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Menu and select MAIN MENU.
2. Click Advance > DATE/TIME.
3. Configure the date and press UPDATE NOW to save
your settings. Press APPLY and then EXIT.
It is important to set the correct time to assure accurate time
stamps on video recordings.
Managing Passwords
By default, passwords are disabled on the system.
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You do not need to enter a password when accessing any
system menus.
NOTE: By default, the DVR username and password are
left blank
NOTE: For security purposes, it is highly recommended to
enable passwords on the system using the Password Menu.
Please refer to the owner’s manual for more information.
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STEP 2
Time: 20 Minutes
Skills - Easy
Using the Main Menu
Right-click anywhere on-screen
1
to open the Sub-Menu and select
MAIN MENU (mouse only), or
1 2 3
press the SEL button on the remote
control or the PTZ button on the
system front panel of the DVR.
4 5 6
NOTE: If passwords are enabled
on the system, you need to select
your Device ID and enter the
6-digit numerical password to
open the Main Menu.
1. Display
2. Record
3. Network
4. Search
5. Device
6. Advance
Using a Mouse (Recommended)
1: Left-Button: Click to select a menu
2
option; during live viewing in splitscreen, double-click on a channel
to view the selected channel in
full-screen.; double-click the channel
1 2
again to return to split-screen view.
2: Right-Button: Click to open the
Sub-Menu or to exit from a menu.
3: Scroll-Wheel: No function.
Other Control Options
The DVR can also be controlled using the front panel
3
buttons and the included remote control.
Please refer to the User’s Manual for more information on
these methods.
Front Panel Buttons
Remote Control
You have completed STEPS 1 & 2 successfully. Your DVR
is now ready to use. Refer to the owner’s manual to learn
how to record, playback, search and for all other features
available with this DVR.
STEP 3
BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDE
Time: 30 Minutes
Hardware:
PC/Router
Skills - Intermediate
Retrieve the DVR Information
This step will teach you how to locally
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view your system over the LAN (local
area network) using your PC.
NOTE: This method only works
if your computer is on the same
network as the DVR.
To record your IP Address and Web
Port Number right-click in the viewing
window, and then click
Main Menu>Advance>Information
Record the information in the section below:
IP ADDRESS: _______._______ ._______._______
MAC ADDRESS: _____:_____:_____:_____:_____:____
(Req u ired f or D D NS r e gist r atio n )
Logging into Lorex Web Client (LOCALLY)
3
1. Launch Internet Explorer.
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2. In the address bar, enter the IP address of your DVR (recorded
in the previous step)
NOTE: Enter http:// followed by the IP address of your DVR (recorded
in step 3-1), then a colon followed by the Web Port number
(i.e. http://192.168.X.XXX).
3. Enter your user name and
password, then click LOGIN.
Your default login:
Username is “admin”
Password is left blank
4. You must install the ActiveX® plug-in for DVR Netviewer to function.
Click the attention bar at the top of the main page and select
Install ActiveX Control. Lorex Web Client will reset.
5. Log in with your LAN user name and password. From the security
window, click Install.
Live Viewing Using the Web Client (LOCALLY)
Upon login, the Web Client main screen appears in your browser.
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For a full
explanation of all
the buttons and
features, please
refer to the User’s
Manual.
Congratulations! You can now view & playback video on your via your LAN.
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STEP 4
Auto Port Forward Wizard
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REMOTE INSTALLATION GUIDE
Time: 20 Minutes
Hardware:
PC
NOTE: You must be on the same network as the DVR when
setting up the DDNS.
The Lorex Auto Port Forwarding Wizard is a software that
automates router port forwarding.
You must have the following before you configure the
software:
1. Your router’s model and version numbers
2. Your router’s user name and password
3. Your Lorex device’s IP address (recorded in Step 3-1)
4. Your Lorex device’s port numbers that require port forwarding
(80, 9000, 1025)
Installation
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1. Insert the system’s software CD, and follow the instructions
to launch the Lorex Auto Port Forwarding Wizard
software.
1: Populate the Router Database
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The Auto Port Forwarding Wizard
automatically populates a list of
current routers, and detects the
number of connected routers.
1. Click the Next button after the
software detects your router
configuration.
2: Enter your Router Settings
1. Under the Router drop-down list,
select the model of your router OR
click the Search button to enter
the name of your router model.
NOTE: Ensure you select the
proper model and firmware
number of the router (as it appears
on the back of the router)
IMPORTANT: Default ports that must be port forwarded
for remote access:
Port 80 (Web Port)
Port 9000 (Media RTSP Streaming Port)
Port 1025 (Mobile Connectivity Port)
NOTE: Click the Auto Detect button if you have a
Linksys or Netgear router (this works with most models).
2. Under Router IP, click the Detect Router IP button.
The router’s IP populates in the blank field.
3. Under Username and Password, enter the router’s
username and password.
4. Under IP, enter the IP address of your Lorex device as
recorded in Step 3-1.
5. Under Port, enter the port number(s) that require forwarding
(80, 9000, 1025).
6. Click Next to continue.
Skills - Intermediate
80
9000
1025
STEP 4
Continued
3: Update the Router Settings
1. Click the Update Router
button. The program begins
updating the router settings.
This may take 20 - 30 seconds.
2. Close the update window
when the update finishes.
NOTE: You may have to
manually save your router settings
after the software makes the
required changes to your router.
4: Test your Connection
1. Click the Test Your Connection button. Your system’s
default browser opens and connects to your Lorex device.
NOTE: Ensure that Internet Explorer is your system’s
default internet browser.
4
Optional: Manual Port Forward
If you were unable to port-forward your router
automatically using the wizard, you will need to
do so manually.
All routers are different. To port forward your router, please refer
to your router’s user manual.
An example of a port forwarding screen is shown for
illustration purposes.
EXAMPLE
Web
Media
Mobile
DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) Set-up
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Open your web browser (Internet Explorer by default) and
enter http://www.lorexddns.net in the address bar.
http://www.lorexddns.net
80
9000
1025
80
9000
1025
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12
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STEP 4
Continued
Create Account
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Click the “Create Account” button.
Complete New Account Information
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1. Complete the
Account
Information fields
with your personal
information. Complete
the Warranty
Information with your
purchase details.
2. Complete the System
Information fields.
3. Product License (Code): Select your product model
from the Product License drop down menu.
4. MAC Address: The physical address of your system on
your network.
5. URL Request: Enter a unique URL name
(e.g. tomsmith).
NOTE: URL name should not be more than 15
characters.
6. Click Create New Account to create a new account
and save your settings.
7. Your Account information will be sent to you at the
email address you provided earlier.
Registration E-mail
8
An automated REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION
E-MAIL will be sent to your email. Print and Save this
confirmation. You will need this information to access your
System remotely.
Service Provider: dns1.lorexddns.net
Domain Name: tomsmith.lorexddns.net
User ID: tomsmith
Password: (your password)
EXAMPLE
Create
Account
STEP 4
Continued
Enable DDNS on the DVR
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1. Right-click in the main
viewing window,
and then click Main
Menu>Network.
2. Click DDNS Setup.
3. In the DDNS dropdown menu, select
Enable.
Enter the DDNS Information into the DVR
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Enter the following into the DDNS Setup menu:
• Host Name: Enter the first portion of your DDNS
name. For example, if your DDNS address is
tomsmith.lorexddns.net, enter tomsmith.
• User Name: Enter your DDNS user name that was
e-mailed to you after DDNS registration.
• Password: Enter your DDNS account password that
was e-mailed to you after DDNS registration.
Select Enable
Host Name: Enter DDNS
sub-domain name
User Name: Enter DDNS
user name
Password: Enter DDNS
account password
Logging into DVR Web Client (REMOTELY)
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To access your DVR remotely, enter the DDNS address that
you created earlier into Internet Explorer. The DDNS URL must
include http:// , the name of your DDNS URL, followed by
a colon, then the web port number of your DVR.
Example of a DDNS address:
http://tomsmith.lorexddns.net:80
DDNS name you created
Colon
Web Port Number
STEP 4
Continued
Installing ActiveX Plug-ins
When connecting to your system the first time, you will have to
install an ActiveX plug-in for Internet Explorer.
To install ActiveX® plug-ins on Internet Explorer:
1. Log in to your system using Internet Explorer.
2. Click the ActiveX banner near the top of the browser, and
then click Run Add-on.
Run Add-on
Logging into the System
1. In the User Name field, enter
the system’s user name.
2. In the Password field, enter
the system’s password.
3. Select the Open All Channels
Preview checkbox.
4. Click Login to connect to the
system.
NOTE: Certain ISP (Internet Service Providers) block port
80. If you are unable to connect, check with your ISP and
consult with the user manual for instructions on changing the
web port. Make sure to port forward your revised web port.
Lorex Web Client Screen
Upon login, the Web Client main screen appears in your browser.
Navigation
Tabs
Active
Channel
List
Main
Screen
For a full explanation of all the Web Client buttons and
features, please refer to the User’s Manual.
Congratulations! You have completed Step 4 successfully. You
can now connect over the internet to view and playback video.
For Instant Mobile Connectivity
Instant
Mobile
Viewing
using a Smart Phone, refer to the
User’s Manual.
Make sure to complete Port
Forwarding Step 4.
NOTE: The default login name
is “admin”. The password is
left blank.
Play Control
Options
PTZ Controls
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