Lorex LH600 Access Series Quick Setup Manual

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BAS IC I NST ALL AT ION G UI DE
BASIC SYSTEM SETUP
STEP 1
NAVIGATION AND CONTROLS
STEP 2
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BAS IC I NST ALL AT ION G UI DE
BASIC SYSTEM SETUP
STEP 1
CONTINUED
LH600 Access Series
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Connect the BNC cameras to the BNC ports on the rear panel.
Connecting Cameras (not included)
NOTE: Test the cameras prior to
selecting a permanent mounting location by temporarily connecting the cameras and cables to your system.
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Connecting the USB Mouse
(not included)
Connect a USB mouse to the USB port on the rear panel of the system.
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Connecting a Monitor
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Connecting the Power Cable
Connect the power cable to the DC 12V port on the rear panel of the system; connect the power adaptor to an outlet, power strip, or surge protector. Wait for the system to boot up into the main screen.
From the Monitor-OUT BNC port connect a BNC terminated cable to the RCA OUT of the LCD monitor (not included).
OR
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Mouse
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Direction Pad
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Use the direction pad to navigate thrrough the system menus.
LH600 Series Quick Setup Guide - English - R1
1 x Digital Video Recorder with pre-installed HDD* 1 x Power Adapter 1 x Remote Control 1 x Mouse 1 x Ethernet Cable 1 x DVI to VGA Adapter 1 x User Manual 1 x Quick Start Guide 1 x Software CD
The Quick menu gives you an overview of all the available settings on your DVR. To open Quick Menu:
1. Right-click anywhere on the screen in the main viewing window OR
2. Press the MENU button on the front panel.
NOTE: If you are configuring the system, you
cannot open Quick menu.
Quick Menu (Mouse option only)
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Main Menu
Right click anywhere on the monitor screen and from the QUICK menu, select SYSTEM SETUP to access the MAIN MENU options.
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1. DISPLAY
2. CAMERA
3. SOUND
4. SYSTEM
5. EVENT/SENSOR
6. DISK MANAGE
Powering On/Off the System
To power on the system:
1. Press the POWER button on the remote control or front panel. The system powers on. Wait for the system to boot up into the main screen. By default, the system begins recording continuously from any connected cameras.
To power off the system:
1. Press the POWER button on the front panel of the system. A confirmation window opens.
2. Click YES to shut down the system. OR
3. Right-click anywhere on the screen. The Quick Menu opens.
4. Click SHUTDOWN. A confirmation window opens.
5. Click YES to shut down the system.
ATTENTION:
• * Number of Channel s/ Port configur ation and HDD (hard disk dr ive) capacity may v ary by model. Ch eck your package for s pecific content information.
• Monitor and Camer as are not included.
• Broadband Router a nd Computer are requ ired for local and rem ote monitoring (not inc luded).
Connect the included DVI to VGA adapter to the DVI port at the back of the DVR. Connect the VGA/DVI Cable from the LCD monitor (not included) to the VGA/DVI adapter.
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Connecting the Ethernet Cable
Connect one end of the Ethernet cable (for remote monitoring) to one of the router’s (not included) LAN ports and the other end to the DVR’s Network Port.
Connect one end of the monitor’s power cable to its power port and the other end to the power outlet. Press the DISPLAY button at the front panel of the DVR repeatedly until you reach the desired display mode (i.e. full screen, quad, auto-sequence).
Tip: Adjust the contrast and brightness of your
monitor and the camera(s) color settings to optimize the image quality.
1. Right-click anywhere on in the main viewing window to open the Quick menu.
2. Click SYSTEM SETUP. The System Setup window opens.
3. Click
SYSTEM. The System
window opens.
4. Beside DATE TIME, click on the time (yyyy/mm/dd; hh/mm/ss) and adjust the values using the buttons.
OR
• Double-click the values to open the number window to input the values.
5. Beside DATE FORMAT, use the button to adjust the date format.
6. Click APPLY to save your settings.
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NOTE: It is highly recommended
to set the time on the system prior to doing any recording. All recording must be stopped on the system in order to set the time.
Setting the Date & Time
SET-UP LOCAL VIEWING ON YOUR PC
The system automatically opens the virtual keyboard when you double­click a blank field, or when you need to enter system information.
The Virtual Keyboard
Default USER ID : ADMIN
(case sensitive)
PASSWORD: 1234
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.
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 document is s ubject to ch ange w ithout notice. As o ur products are subjec t to continuous improvement , Lorex Technology INC. and our subsidiari es reserve the right to mo dify prod uct design, sp ecifications and prices, without notice and with out incurring any obligation . E&OE © 2010 LOREX. All r ights reser ved.
* For setup of Instant Mobile Viewing
and MAC Compatibility refer to your
User Manual.
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.
OPTIONAL
Instant
Mobile
Viewing
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1. Launch Internet Explorer.
2. In the address bar, enter the IP address of your System recorded in the previous step.
NOTE: Enter http:// followed by
the IP address of your system, then a semi-colon, and then the HTTP Port number (i.e.
http://192.168.X.XXX:80).
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1. Right-click in the main viewing window to open the Quick Menu.
2. Click SYSTEM SETUP>
SYSTEM>SYSTEM MANAGEMENT
3. Beside SYSTEM INFORMATION, click the PRESS button.
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Left-Button: 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. While navigating menus, click to select a menu option. Right-Button: Right-click anywhere on the screen to open the Quick Menu. Scroll-Wheel: N/A
Enter in your System’s User ID and Password. USER ID: ADMIN, PASSWORD: 1234. The Web Remote Viewer
window opens.
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Click the Active X menu bar near the top of the browser. Click Install ActiveX Control.
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Click Install when the security window opens.
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Click the ActiveX toolbar when the main Web Remote Viewer window opens. Click Install ActiveX Control.
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Click Install when the security window opens. The Web Remote Viewer automatically detects and connects to your system after the ActiveX plug-in installs.
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http://your local IP address
EXAMPLE
LOCAL LIVE SITE
By default, the system does not require a password to login.
STEP 3A
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REMOT E VIE WING INSTA LLATIO N GUI DE
Time: 60 Minutes
Skills - Advanced
Hardware PC/Router
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
ON YOUR PC
Quick Setup Guide
It’s all on the Web
Retrieve the System Information
tomsmith
This step relates to local viewing over the LAN (local area network) by using a PC and a router located on the same network as that of the System.
Record the IP and MAC Addresses in the section below:
IP ADDRESS : . . .
MAC ADDRESS : : : : : :
(Required for DDNS registrat ion)
Congratulations! You have completed 3A
successfully. You can now view, playback images on your Local
Computer via LAN (local area network).
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LH600 Series Quick Setup Guide - English - R1
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Auto Port Forward (via System with UPNP enabled Router):
To enable auto port forwarding:
1. Right click to open the Quick menu.
2. Select SYSTEM SETUP and click on the SYSTEM menu.
3. Select NETWORK.
4. Beside RTSP SERVER PORT,click the AUTO button. A success message appears.
5. Beside WEB SERVER PORT, click the AUTO button. A success message appears.
Note: Default RTSP Server Port is 80. Default Web Server Port is 554
6. Under DDNS LINK make sure the DDNS link appears. (e.g. http://tomsmith.lorexddns.net). Use this URL for Remote Access (WAN).
7. Press APPLY to save your changes.
http://tomsmith.lorexddns.net
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Create Account:
1. For PRODUCT LICENSE select the LH600 Series option from the drop down menu.
2. For PRODUCT CODE enter the Monitor’s MAC address (recorded in step 3A-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
Registration Email:
1. On your computer, open Internet Explorer (PC) or Safari (Mac) and type in the DDNS DOMAIN NAME. You can acquire this from the DDNS Registration Email sent to you.
http://tomsmith.lorexddns.net
2. A login window appears.
3. Enter in your System’s User ID and Password. USER ID: 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 DVR
LOREX
192.168.1.100
192.168.1.1.1
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
EXAMPLE
554
System
System
80
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12
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.
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.
FAIL/NO DEVICE
Go To Step 3B2
SUCCESS
Go To Step 3B6
NOTICE
WARNING
This step offers more advanced internet remote monitoring features.
To Log in USER ID: ADMIN PASSWORD: 1234
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED
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Time: 60 Minutes
Skills - Advanced
Hardware PC/Router
Hi Speed
over 60 minutes
STEP 3B
CONTINUED
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED (AUTO PORT FORWARD WIZARD)
CONTINUED
CONTINUED CONTINUED
STEP 3B
STEP 3B
STEP 3B
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED
LOREX EASY CONNECT INTERNET REMOTE MONITORING ADVANCED
OPTIONAL DDNS DDNS DDNS
ON YOUR PC
ON YOUR PC
ON YOUR PC & SYSTEM
ON YOUR PC
STEP 3B
ON YOUR SYSTEM
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
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 3A-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.
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NOTE: Click the Auto Detect button if you have a Linksys or Netgear
router (works with most models).
NOTE: Ensure you select the proper model
and firmware number of the router.
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.
NOTE: You may have to manually save your
router settings after the software makes the required changes to your router.
PROCEED TO
STEP 3B-6.
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554
DDNS SERVER NAME by default is LOREX.
• Beside DOMAIN NAME, double-click the blank field. The Virtual Keyboard opens.
• Enter only the first portion of your DDNS domain from the confirmation email. (e.g. if your domain name is tomsmith@lorex.ddns.net, you only need to enter “tomsmith” in the text field.
• Click OK to save your settings.
• Beside USER ID, double-click the blank field. The Virtual Keyboard opens.
• Enter your Lorex DDNS User ID.
• Click OK to save your settings.
• Beside PASSWORD, double-click the blank field. The Virtual Keyboard opens.
• Enter your Lorex DDNS password.
• Click OK to save your settings.
NOTE: Select DDNS STATUS to verify the DDNS connection. A
Success message appears if DDNS is running properly. Click OK.
• Select APPLY to save your settings or select UNDO to restore defaults.
• Select CLOSE ‘X’ to exit the menu screen.
LOREX tomsmith tomsmith *****
To enable DDNS on your system:
• Right-click anywhere in the main viewing window to access the QUICK menu.
• Select SYSTEM SETUP and click on the SYSTEM menu.
• Select NETWORK.
• Select DDNS. Your selection adds a ‘yellow’ checkmark in the DDNS box.
• Beside DDNS SERVER double-click the blank field. A DDNS SETUP window opens.
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.
For Instant Mobile Connectivity using a Smart Phone, refer to
the User Manual. Make sure to complete Port Forwarding Step 3B.
Instant
Mobile
Viewing
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).
DDNS LINK
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.
Service Provider: dns1.lorexddns.net Domain Name: tomsmith.lorexddns.net User ID: tomsmith Password: (your password)
EXAMPLE
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