Lorex L23WD Series Quick Setup Manual

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Hand Tools Hardware
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
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Hand Tools Hardware
Router
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
Time: 20 Minutes
Hand Tools Skills - Easy
BAS IC I NST ALL AT ION G UI DE
BASIC SYSTEM SETUP
STEP 1
NAVIGATION AND CONTROLS
STEP 2
Skill Level
Time
Hand Tools Hardware
Router
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
Time: 20 Minutes
Skills - Easy
BAS IC I NST ALL AT ION G UI DE
Hand Tools Hardware
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
Skill Level
Time
Hand Tools Hardware
Router
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
Time: 20 Minutes
Hand Tools Skills - Easy
BAS IC I NST ALL AT ION G UI DE
BASIC SYSTEM SETUP
STEP 1
CONTINUED
L23WD Series
Quick Setup Guide
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Mouse
Left-Button: While navigating menus, click to select
a menu option. While in a split-screen display mode, double-click an individual channel to view it in full-screen; double-click again to return to the split-screen display mode. Right-Button: Right-click anywhere on the screen to open the Quick Menu.
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L23WD Series Quick Setup Guide - English - R1
• 23” Widescreen LCD DVR
• HDD Pre-Installed*
• Mouse
• Remote Control
• Power Supply
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
Information in this doc ument is subject to chan ge w ithout notice . A s ou r pr oducts are subj ect to continuous impro vement, Lore x Techn ology INC. and our subsidi aries reser ve the right to modify product desi gn, specific ations and pric es, withou t notice and witho ut incurrin g any obligatio n. E&OE © 2010 LOREX. A ll rights re served .
* For setup of Instant Mobile Viewing
and MAC Compatibility refer to your
User Manual.
ATTENTION:
• * Number of Channel s/ Screen Size / Cameras/ Ac cessories/ P ort configur ation and HDD (hard disk dr ive) capacit y may vary by mod el. Check your pac kage for specific content i nformation.
• Cameras & stands*
• Camera extension cables*
• Ethernet cable
• Software application CD
• Quick Start Guide
• Owner’s Manual
View the System
Demo on the System
with a press of a
button (10+)
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Connect the first camera to the CH1 input. Follow the same steps to connect the additional cameras.
Connect DIN Cameras to the System:
TIP: Test the cameras prior to selecting a permanent mounting location by
temporarily connecting the Cameras and Cables to your System.
* Connect cameras to extension cables by aligning the arrows.
NOTE: You cannot connect BNC and DIN
cameras to the same channel simultaneously.
NOTE: The arrow mark on top of
the flat side of the camera and cable connectors should face outwards when connecting to the system. This aligns cable pins from being bent. If the pins are bent, the camera will not function.
Connect BNC Cameras to the System:
ATTENTION: The ends of the extension cable are NOT the same - one end has
a Male power connector, and the other has a Female power connector. Before permanently running the Camera Extension Cable, make sure that the cable has been oriented between the Camera and the system correctly.
Male Power Connector - The male power connector end of the Extension cable connects to the Camera.
If you are using BNC cameras:
1. Connect the extension cable to the camera. a. Connect the Male Power connector to the camera. b. Connect the BNC connector to the camera.
2. Connect the extension cable to the system. a. Connect the BNC connector to an available BNC port on the system. b. Connect the Female Barrel Power connector to a power adaptor.
3. Connect the Power Adaptor to a wall outlet.
Female Power Connector - The female power connector (barrel) end of the Extension cable connects to the Power Adaptor.
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TIP: Tilt the System UP to locate the connection ports.
The DIN inputs are located in the center.
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Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to an available port of your router (not included) and the other end to the System’s Network Port.
Connect the Ethernet Cable:
Connect one end of the power adaptor to the System and the other end to an electrical outlet. The power connector faces outward and only goes in one way. Do not force.
Connect the Power Cable:
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Connect a USB mouse to the USB port on the front panel of the system.
Connect the Mouse:
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Main Menu
1. Click in the Status Bar.
• The SETUP window opens.
2. Click SYSTEM SETUP.
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The Status Bar (is always ON by default) gives you access to different modes and functions of the system.
Status Bar
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Quick Menu
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Right-click on any channel (in viewing mode only) to open the Quick Menu. The Quick Menu
allows for quick access to key functions, including quick playback, PIP, volume, and keylock. Click anywhere outside the Quick Menu to exit.
Exclusive Octaplex Operation
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View
Record
Playback
Backup
Remote Configuration
PC Monitor
Entertainment
Display
Public View
Monitor
TIP: Under NETWORK TIME SERVER SETUP, click SYNC to synchronize
the system to the network time server (the system must be properly connected to your network in order to use this function).
The system automatically opens the virtual keyboard when you double-click a blank field, or when you need to enter system information.
The Virtual Keyboard
TIP: It is recommended to change the default password after the initial
setup is complete.
To use the Virtual Keyboard:
1. Click any desired letter, number, or character.
NOTE: Click “A” to shift between upper and lowercase letters.
1. Click
in the status bar.
• The SETUP window opens.
2. Click SYSTEM SETUP. The MAIN window opens.
3. Click SYSTEM.The SYSTEM window opens.
4. Under DATE TIME, manually select the date and time (yyyy/mm/dd; hh/mm/ss) and adjust using the
buttons.
NOTE: If desired, change the Date Format and the
Time Format.
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NOTE: It is highly recommended
to set the time on the system prior to doing any recording.
Setting the Date & Time
5. Click APPLY and then click CLOSE to save your changes.
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE VIEWING - BASIC
STEP 3A
REMOTE VIEWING INSTALLATION GUIDE
Time: 20 Minutes
Skills - Easy
Hardware
- PC
Skill Level
Time
Hand Tools Hardware
Router
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
Easy Connect Setup
Router port forwarding is not required
Detailed instructions
available in the User Manual.
For more advanced remote
monitoring refer to Step 3B.
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Using your Internet Explorer web browser from your computer (Windows operating system only)
Go to http://lorex.yoics.com and
create an account.
NOTE: There is no “www” in front of the address. The system must be
connected to your local network router for Yoics to automatically detect the system.
A pop-up window opens and informs you that your device has been detected. Click CONTINUE in the registration screen to enable Yoics Easy Connect.
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You can rename your system (e.g. myoffice). Click REGISTER NOW. After the registration, your system will be detected automatically.
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Enter the System User Name
(ADMIN) and Password (1234) and click OK to login
to the system.
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Congratulations! Now that you have a Yoics account set up you can log in to
http://lorex.yoics.com to remotely view your cameras from anywhere in the world
using Internet Explorer web browser (Windows operating system only).
Click on the name of your device under “My Stuff” on the left side bar. Install ActiveX when Internet Explorer prompts you.
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Connect to your DVR
Your system now appears on the left side bar under “My
Stuff”
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NOTE: This service is provided
free of charge. You do not have to click the Upgrade Now button to use the Remote Viewer service.
DVR Viewer
DVR Viewer
Congratulations! You have completed STEP 1 & 2 successfully. Your system is now ready to use. Refer to the owner’s manual to learn how to record, search, playback, and use other advanced features and all other features available with this system.
1. Press the RETURN button once on the remote control or on the front panel of your system. Under the SYSTEM INFORMATION screen you will find your system’s IP address.
2. From your local computer, open Internet Explorer and type in the local IP address and Port number (e.g. http://192.168.1.100). A login window appears.
http://your local IP address
3. Enter in your System’s user ID and password. The Web Remote Viewer
window opens.
4. Click the Active X menu bar near the top of the browser. Click Install ActiveX Control.
Logging into Web Remote Viewer (LOCALLY):
LOCAL LIVE SITE
5. Click Install when the security window opens.
6. Click the ActiveX toolbar when the main Web Remote Viewer window opens. Click Install ActiveX Control.
7. Click Install when the security window opens. The Web Remote Viewer automatically detects and connects to your system after the ActiveX plug-in installs.
By default, the system does not require a password to login to the system.
User Name & Password
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To Log in USER: ADMIN PASSWORD: 1234
OPTIONAL
NOTE: Please wait until the system completes
loading. This may take up to 15 seconds.
PRESS THE MONITOR POWER BUTTON ON - LOCATED AT THE FRONT OF THE MONITOR.
ON YOUR PC
EXAMPLE
L23WD Series Quick Setup Guide - English - R1
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
REMOT E VIE WING INSTA LLATIO N GUI DE
Time: 60 Minutes
Skills - Advanced
Hardware PC/Router
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
Record the IP and MAC Addresses in the section below:
IP ADDRESS : . . .
MAC ADDRESS : : : : : :
(Required for DDNS regist ration)
Retrieve the System Information
1. Press the RETURN button once on the remote control or on the front panel of your system.
2. Under the SYSTEM INFORMATION screen you will find your system’s IP and MAC addresses.
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Auto Port Forward (via System with UPNP enabled Router):
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554
tomsmith
This step offers more advanced internet remote monitoring features. If you are only interested in instant remote viewing (Step 3A) you can skip Step 3B.
To enable auto port forwarding:
1. Click
in the status bar.
2. Click on SYSTEM SETUP.
3. Click on NETWORK.
4. On RTSP SERVER PORT, click on AUTOPORT. Wait for a SUCCESS message.
5. On WEB SERVER PORT, click on AUTOPORT. Wait for a SUCCESS message.
6. Press APPLY to save your changes.
7. Under ALIAS make sure the DDNS link appears (e.g. http://tomsmith.lorexddns.net)
http://tomsmith.lorexddns.net
NOTE: The Auto Port feature works with UPNP (Universal Plug
& Play) routers only. If you do not get a SUCCESS message, your router may not be compatible with this feature. Use the Auto Port Forwarding Wizard to automatically configure your router.
STEP 3B
CONTINUED
Auto Port Forward Wizard
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The Lorex Auto Port Forwarding Wizard is a software that automates router port forwarding.
1. Insert the system’s software CD, select the Lorex Easy Connect
Internet Setup Wizard and follow the instructions to register, download and launch the Wizard.
Installation
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED (AUTO PORT FORWARD WIZARD)
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
4. Your Lorex device’s port numbers that require port forwarding
Step 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.
Step 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.
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 3B-1.
5. Under Port, enter the port number(s) that require forwarding (80, 554).
6. Click Next to continue.
Step 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.
Step 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.
80
554
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To Log in USER: ADMIN PASSWORD: 1234
FAIL/NO DEVICE
Go To Step 3B3
SUCCESS
Go To Step 3B7
NOTICE
WARNING
CONTINUED
Congratulations! You have completed 3B successfully. You can now view, playback
images on your Remote Computer via WAN (wide area network) and Remotely control
the system on your Remote computer over the Internet (Wide Area Network).
CONTINUED
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Open your web browser (Internet Explorer by default) and enter
http://www.lorexddns.net in the address bar.
Create Account:
1. For PRODUCT LICENSE select the L23WD Series option from the drop down menu.
2. For PRODUCT CODE enter the Monitor’s MAC address (recorded in step 3B-1).
3. For URL REQUEST enter a unique URL name (e.g. tomsmith).
NOTE: URL name should not be more than 15 characters.
Complete New Account Information:
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Create Account
NOTE: Remote viewing is only compatible with Internet Explorer &
Safari (Safari supports Viewing only and does not support Search or PTZ controls ). Other browsers are not supported.
An automated REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAIL will be sent to your email. Print and Save this confirmation. You will need this information to access your System remotely.
Registration Email:
Service Provider: dns1.lorexddns.net Domain Name: tomsmith.lorexddns.net User ID: tomsmith Password: (your password)
CONTINUED
1. On your computer, open Internet Explorer, and type in the DDNS address you registered with the L23WD.
http://tomsmith.lorexddns.net
2. A login window appears.
3. Enter in your System’s user ID and password. USER: ADMIN, PASSWORD: 1234. The Web Remote Viewer window opens.
4. Click the Active X menu bar near the top of the browser. Click Install ActiveX Control.
5. Click Install when the security window opens.
6. Click the ActiveX toolbar when the main Web Remote Viewer window opens. Click Install ActiveX Control.
7. Click Install when the security window opens. The Web Remote Viewer automatically detects and connects to your system after the ActiveX plug-in installs.
Logging into Web Remote Viewer (REMOTELY):
Enter DDNS Set-up on your System
1. Click in the status bar.
• The SETUP window opens.
2. Click SYSTEM SETUP.
3. Click NETWORK.
• The Network window opens.
4. Click the DDNS tab on the left.
• The DDNS window opens.
5. Under USER ID, enter your DDNS user name.
6. Under DOMAIN NAME, enter only the first portion of your DDNS domain from the confirmation email. For example, if your domain name is tomsmith.lorexddns.net, you only need to enter tomsmith in the text field.
7. Under PASSWORD, enter your DDNS password.
8. Click APPLY to save your settings or click CANCEL to restore defaults.
9. Click STATUS to ensure the DDNS has been set up correctly. If the DDNS is set up correctly, a message will read “Success”. If the DDNS is not set up correctly, a message will read “Fail”.
10. Click CLOSE to exit.
STEP 3B
STEP 3B
STEP 3B
Manual Port Forward (optional):
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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.
Ports: 80 (Web Port), 554 (TCP/IP port).
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Open your web browser (Internet Explorer by default) and enter http://www.lorexddns.net in the address bar.
DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) Set-up:
http://www.lorexddns.net
80
554
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12
554
System
System
80
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LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED
REMOTE LIVE SITE*
*If you are unable to connect remotely over the internet make sure to perfrom steps 3B3 to 3B5 Auto Port Forwarding Wizard.
OPTIONAL DDNS DDNS DDNS
EXAMPLE
EXAMPLE
NOTE: Click the Auto Detect button if you
have a Linksys or Netgear router (works with most models).
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tomsmith.lorexddns.net
tomsmith
********
ON YOUR PC
ON YOUR PC
ON YOUR PC & SYSTEM
ON YOUR PC
STEP 3B
ON YOUR SYSTEM
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