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HOME VIDEO MONITORING SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ENGLISH VERSION 1.0
*
CONNECT
LW2020/LW2030 SERIES
*Handheld monitor included with LW2030 Series only
www.lorextechnology.com
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Safety Instructions
WARNING
This video monitor is compliant with all relevant standards
regarding electromagnetic fields and is, when handled as
described in the User’s Guide, safe to use. Therefore, always read
the instructions in this User’s Guide carefully before using the
device.
• Adult assembly is required. Keep small parts away from children when
assembling.
• This product is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it.
• This video monitor is not a substitute for responsible adult supervision.
• Keep this user’s guide for future reference.
• Keep the cords out of reach from children.
• Do not cover the video monitor with a towel or blanket.
• Never use extension cords with power adapters.
• Only use the power adapters provided.
• Test the video monitor before use. Become familiar with its functions.
• Do not use the video monitor near water.
• Do not install the video monitor near a heat source.
• Only insert batteries/battery pack of the same type.
• Do not touch the plug contacts with sharp or metal objects.
• Only use the chargers and power adapters provided. Do not use other
chargers or power adapters as this may damage the device and
battery pack.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
• DISPOSE OF OR RECYCLE BATTERIES PROPERLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH
APPLICABLE LAWS, which may vary by location.
• Insert batteries with the correct polarity.
• Do not mix new and used batteries.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the product.
• Keep all batteries away from children.
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Using this product as a baby monitor
If you intend to use this wireless video monitor as a baby monitor, we advise you to take the
following precautions to avoid possible injury to infants:
• DO NO
bassinets, play yards and other safe sleep environments for infants.
• MAKE SURE all power adapter cords are out of arms reach of your infant.
Keep them at least 3ft/1m away
• MAKE SURE baby audio and video camera monitors are on a stable footing
so they cannot be easily knocked over
• Use the included cable clips to keep the power cord out of reach from infants and young
children.
NOTE: These pr
T place baby audio and video camera monitors too close to cribs,
ecautions are important even if your infant is not yet standing
or mobile.
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Table of Contents
Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Gateway Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Camera Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
How the Gateway Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting up the Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Gateway Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Configuring Gateway menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Appendix A: Enabling UPnP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Appendix B:
Troubleshooting the handheld monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Appendix C:
Replacing the handheld monitor battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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Contents
*Number of cameras and accessories may vary.
• Network cable
• Instruction manual
• Quick Start Guide
Gateway
Antenna
Camera*
Camera & Handheld
monitor power adapter x2
Gateway power adapter
microSD card
microSD card adapter
Additional Contents
Handheld monitor
The handheld monitor is included with the
LW2030 Series only.
The system comes with the following components:
CHECK YOUR PACKAGE TO CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE COMPLETE
SYSTEM, INCLUDING ALL COMPONENTS SHOWN ABOVE.
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System Requirements
Your system must meet the minimum system requirements.
PC Requirements
• Skype for Windows version 4.2 and above
• Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP SP3
• 1 GHz or greater processor
Mac
• 1GHz Intel processor
• Mac OS 10.6 or later (Intel processors only)
• 100 MB free disk space.
• Either USB or regular headset if your Mac does not have a built-in microphone.
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch Requirements
• Skype for iPhone 3.0 and above
• iPhone 4 / 3GS (iOS 4.0 and above)
• iPod touch (3rd generation and above)
• iPad (1st generation and above)
General requirements
• High-speed broad connection of 512kbps down/128kbps up and a computer
• Home network with router
For further details, visit www.skype.com.
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Gateway Overview
1
2
3
4 5 6 7
Front View
Rear View
Gateway Overview
1 Antenna: Transmits the video signal to the camera.
2 On/Off button: Press to turn the Gateway on or off.
3 mi
4 Cam
5 Powe
6 Ethe
7 Reset port: Res
croSD card slot: For future use.
era LED indicators:
• S:
Glows to indicate the Gateway is connected to Skype.
• 1~4: Glows to indicate the camera that is connected.
r Port: Connect a power adapter to the power port.
rnet port: Connect an ethernet cable from your internet router to
the Gateway’s ethernet port.
press and hold the Reset port for 10 - 15 seconds to reset the unit.
tores the Gateway settings to factory defaults. Use a paperclip, and gently
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Camera Overview
1
2
4
6
7
5
3
8
Camera
1 Status LED: Glows green to indicate camera is active. Glows red if camera is inactive. Flashes
red to indicate low battery power.
2 Ch
arging LED: Glows red to indicate camera is charging.
Overview
3 Infr
4 Light Se
5 Cam
6 Mi
7 A
8 ON/OFF Switch: Tu
ared LEDs: Allows the camera to view in the dark. Glows red during night time viewing.
nsor: Detects the light level in the room to automatically turn on/off the night time
LEDs.
era lens
crophone
C adapter port: Connects to the included AC adapter to charge the camera.
rns camera on/off.
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Camera Overview
AC adapter port
Table top setup
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Charging the camera
To charge the camera:
1 Plug the AC power connector from the power adapter into the AC adapter port on the camera.
2 Connect the power adapter to a power outlet.
3 The charging LED glows red to indicate the camera is charging.
NOTE: The Status LED on the camera flashes when there is approximately 30 minutes of
battery life left. Charge the camera for 6 consecutive hours to charge completely.
NOTE: Only use the included power adapter to charge the camera.
Adjusting the camera
• Place the camera in a location where it cannot be easily reached or knocked over
• Place the camera on a flat surface (i.e. table).
• Proceed to step 3 to improve camera balance when positioning on a flat surface
• The camera head swivels 360 degrees
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Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
NOTE: The handheld monitor has priority over a user connecting to the
Gateway. When a user attempts to connect to the Gateway, a
message on the handheld prompts you to accept or decline the
incoming user.
Video screen
Camera buttons
Camera buttons
Power button
Snapshot button
How it works
Menu button
The camera securely transmits video and
audio to the handheld monitor. You can view
up to 4 connected cameras, one at a time.
Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
The handheld monitor allows you to view video and listen to audio transmitting from the
camera. You can view up to four connected cameras, one at a time.
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Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
Power button
Charging the handheld monitor
Before connecting to the camera, it is recommended to charge the handheld monitor for 6
consecutive hours to ensure a full charge on the battery.
To charge the handheld monitor:
1 Con
nect the power adapter to the handheld monitor. Connect the other end of the power
adapter to a power outlet.
Connecting to the camera
To connect to your camera:
1 Tu
rn on a camera.
2 Pr
ess the power button on the handheld monitor. The camera image should automatically
appear.
NOTE: If you have more than one camera, you must pair them to the handheld receiver.
See page 8 for details.
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Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
Channel buttons (1~4)
Place 1 ft apart
Menu
OK
Pairing
By default, the camera is pre-paired to channel 1 on the handheld monitor. If you purchase
additional cameras, you will have to pair them to the handheld monitor. You can pair a
maximum of 4 cameras.
To pair a camera to the handheld monitor:
rn off the camera that you wish to pair.
1 Tu
2 S
elect the channel that you wish to pair up the camera by pressing 1, 2,3 or 4 on the handheld
monitor.
Place the camera that you wish to pair one feet apart from the handheld receiver.
3 Pr
ess the Menu button on the monitor.
4 Press or and select Pair, and then press the OK button.
5 Turn on the camera and wait 15 seconds for the camera to pair up. When the camera has
been successfully paired with the monitor, a "Device Found" message appears.
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Interface Overview
1
1
Battery life
indicator
Charging indicator
Audio indicator
Power Save mode
Camera signal
strength
Channel number
Low battery
Full battery
Low signal
Full signal
Reading the battery indicator
Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
Reading the signal indicator
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Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
Channel buttons (1~4)
Changing camera views
To change between cameras:
1 Pr
ess 1,2,3 or 4 to view the desired camera.
Adjusting the volume
You can listen to audio captured by the camera.
To adjust the handheld monitor volume:
ess or to increase or decrease the volume.
1 Pr
Adjusting monitor brightness
To adjust the monitor brightness:
1 Pr
ess the Menu button
ess or and select .
2 Pr
3 Pr
ess orto select the desired brightness level.
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Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
Configuring the Power Save feature
Power Save mode allows the monitor display to be turned off while continuing audio
monitoring. This allows you to conserve battery power for extended handheld monitor
operation. You will still be able to listen to your cameras during Power Save mode. Press
any button to turn the display back on.
To enable Power Save mode:
ess the Menu button.
1 Pr
ess or and select .
2 Pr
3 Pr
ess orto change the duration of how long the monitor display remains on before
turning off.
4 Pr
ess the Menu button to exit and save your settings.
After the selected duration (i.e. 15 seconds),
will continue to broadcast audio.Press any button on the monitor to turn on the display. The
displays shuts off after the pre-set period of time.
the monitor’s display turns off. The monitor
Taking a picture
The Snapshot function lets you take pictures of what you see on screen. The pictures are
stored on a microSD memory card. See label on product box for microSD card size. Note
that one (1) microSD card is included.
To take a picture:
1 Sel
2 Pr
ect the desired channel you want to take a Snapshot picture from by pressing 1, 2, 3, or 4
on the monitor.
ess the / ( ) button to take a picture.
• A icon momentarily appears on the display when a picture is being taken.
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Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
Press and hold for
approximately 5 seconds
00:18
Timer indicates recording i s in progress
Recording live video
You can record live video onto a microSD card.
To record live video:
ess and hold the / ( ) button until a timer appears in the top-left corner of the
1 Pr
screen.
2 Press and hold the / ( ) button to stop recording.
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Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
OK
00:18
23/23
Video Time stamp
23/23
Picture number
Viewing pictures and videos on your handheld monitor
You can view images and videos recorded on your handheld monitor.
To view pictures or video on your handheld
ess the Menu button.
1 Pr
lect Memory ( ), and press the OK button.
2 Se
monitor:
3 Press orto select a desired video or image to view.
• Videos will have a time stamp on the top left corner.
• Pictur
es will display the order that the picture was taken (e.g. Picture 1 is 1/1, picture 2 is 2/
2 etc.)
4 If vie
wing video, press the OK button to begin playback.
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Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
Orient the microSD card as shown
above, before inserting it into the
monitor.
Push down on the microSD slot with a small, rigid
object (i.e. paper clip, finger nail) to remove the
microSD card.
Inserting or removing the microSD card
To insert a microSD memory card:
1 Orient
clicks into place.
the microSD card as shown below. Push the microSD card into the slot until the card
NOTE: The micr
oSD card goes in one way only. Do not force the microSD card into the slot.
To remove a microSD memory card:
1 Pr
ess the microSD card with a small, rigid object (i.e. paper clip or finger nails). The microSD
card should eject from the slot.
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Retrieving images and videos
Use the included SD card adapter if
your memory card reader does not
support microSD memory cards.
To retrieve images or videos from the microSD card:
1 Remo
ve the microSD card from the monitor by pressing on the microSD card with a small,
rigid object (i.e. paper clip or finger nails).
Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only)
2 Insert th
e microSD card into a memory card reader (not included) that is connected to your
computer. An SD memory card adapter is included in case the microSD card is not compatible
with your memory card reader.
3 On your computer, browse for the memory card directory and locate the folder named LOREX.
4 Doubl
e-click the LOREX folder to access your pictures or videos.
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How the Gateway Works
Skype server
Overview
Your computer or mobile device connects to the Skype server. The Skype
server connects to your home router. Your home router connects to the
Gateway, which captures video from the camera.
Home Router
Gateway
Camera
WWW
Step 1: Create Skype Accounts
"Personal" Skype Account
"Gateway" Skype Account
Step 2: Add the Gateway to your "Personal" Skype account’s contact list
Step 3: Call the Gateway to view video.
How the Gateway Works
Overview: Connecting to the Gateway
To connect to the Gateway, you will need two Skype accounts.
• You will need a "Personal" Skype account—this is wher
family in the Skype contact list.
e you typically have your friends and
NOTE: If y
• You will need a "Gateway" Skype ac
ou are already a Skype user, you will already have a "personal" account.
count. The Gateway Skype account is specifically for the
Gateway.
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Basic Setup
Power cord
Ethernet cable
Antenna
Router
Gateway
AC adapter port
Step 1: Connect the Gateway
1 Scr
ew the antenna clockwise onto the antenna jack on the Gateway until it is secure.
How the Gateway Works
2 Co
nnect the power cord and ethernet cable to the Gateway. Connect the other end of the
power cord to a power outlet. Connect the other end of the ethernet cable to your
internet router.
3
Press the power button on the Gateway to turn it on.
Step 2: Power on the Camera
1 Co
nnect the power cable to the camera’s AC adapter port. Connect the power adapter to a
power outlet.
2 Slide the power switch to the ON position.
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Setting up the Gateway
Network
LOREX Gateway
Setting up the Gateway
Pre-requisites
• Connect the Gateway to your local router.
•
Make sure UPnP is enabled if you run Windows XP or Windows Vista. For details, see “Appendix
A: Enabling UPnP” on page 43.
Step 1: Log in to the Gateway
Once you have connected the Gateway to your network, you can browse the Gateway on
your Local Area Network (LAN). Note that if you are on a PC, your operating system must
have UPnP enabled.
Windows 7 / Vista
1 Click Start ( )>Computer>Network.
2 Under "Other Devices", double-click LOREX Gateway ( ).
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Windows XP
LOREX Gateway
Open all bookmarks button
1 Double-click the My Network Places icon on the desktop ( ).
Setting up the Gateway
2 Doubl
e-click on the LOREX Gateway icon ( ).
Mac
1 Launch Safari.
ick the Open all bookmarks button ( ).
2 Cl
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Setting up the Gateway
LOREX
Gateway
Bonjour
Time Zone drop-down menu
Don’t have a Skype Name?
3 Click Bonjour on the left column.
Double-click the LOREX Gateway icon.
Step 2: Assign a Skype account to the Gateway
1 In the Time zone drop-down menu, select your local time zone and click Next.
NOTE: If you cannot find your region’s time zone, select a city with the identical time zone
as your own.
2 Click Don’t have a Skype Name?
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Gateway Skype Account Information
Skype Name:
Password:
E-mail:
3 Fill in the appropriate fields. Write down your Gateway information. You will need this
information to complete the setup process.
4 Click Next to continue.
• If your name has been taken, the Gateway prompts you to re-enter another user name.
NOTE: Y
our user name and password must contain letters and numbers.
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Setting up the Gateway
Gateway Control Panel
Click Next to complete setup.
Click to download appropriate software
5 If you have an existing Skype Account:
OPTIONAL:
If you plan to control multiple cameras, please download the Lorex Gateway
Control Panel Software (PC only). Mac users: to control multiple cameras, please see
“Changing camera view” on page 28.
Note that you cannot view cameras in quad
mode.
a. Click Next. A confirmation window appears. Click Next to continue.
If you DO NOT have a Skype Account:
a. Click to download one of the following:
• Skype (Windows): Click t
• Skype (Mac): Click to do
OPTIONAL:
If you plan to control multiple cameras, please download the Lorex Gateway
o download the latest version of Skype for PC.
wnload the latest version of Skype for Mac
Control Panel Software (PC only). Mac users: to control multiple cameras, please see
“Changing camera view” on page 28.
Note that you cannot view cameras in quad
mode.
a. Click Next. A confirmation window appears. Click Next to continue.
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You m ust f irs t cli ck More Options and select Run Anyway option.
Click Actions.
Don’t have a Skype Name?
Personal Skype Account Information
Skype Name:
Password:
Email:
ATTENTION: Users of Internet Explorer 9 (IE9) may experience security measures when downloading the
pop-up software. When attempting to Run or Save the software, IE9 will warn you of security risks to your
PC. Click Actions >More Options >Run Anyway.
6 Locate the setup file(s) you downloaded on your computer’s desktop. Double-click the file,
and follow the on-screen instructions to install the software.
NOTE: Ins
tall Skype before installing the Gateway Control Panel software.
If you have a Skype account already:
• Go to page 26.
If you do not have a Skype Account:
Create a personal Skype account (this is different from your Gateway account).
To create a personal Skype account:
1 Launch Skype.
2
Click Don’t have a Skype Name?
3 Follow
creation, you will automatically be logged in to Skype.
the on-screen instructions to create your personal Skype account. Upon account
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Setting up the Gateway
Add a contact
Enter the Gateway’s Email address
OR
Enter the Gateway’s Skype Name
Sign Out
Skype
4 Click Add a contact.
5 Enter your Gateway account’s Skype name or email recorded in page 21, and click Add. This
will send a friend request from your Personal Account to the Gateway account.
6 Click Skype>Signout to log off.
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Enter the Gateway’s Skype name and password
Add to Contacts
Contact Request
Sign Out
Skype
7 Log-in to your Gateway Account, using the information recorded on page 21.
8 Cl
ick Contact Request, then click Add to Contacts to accept the friend request from the
Gateway.
9 Click Skype>Signout to log off your Gateway account.
10 Log in to your Personal Skype account using the information recorded on page 23.
11 Next, see “Step 3: Call your Gateway” on page 27.
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Setting up the Gateway
Add a contact
Add
Send a friend request from the Gateway account to your personal
account.
Sign Out
Skype
If you have a Skype Account:
1 Log-in to your Gateway Account, using the information recorded on page 21.
2 Cl
ick Add a contact.
3 Enter your Personal Skype account’s email address or Skype name. Click Add.
4 Click Skype>Signout to log off.
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Setting up the Gateway
Enter your personal Skype account user
name and password
Call
Live video
Click "Close" to exit
the dialogue box
Image Pixilation
During the initial connection, the images
may appear pixilated, and unclear. The
image improves after a few seconds.
This is normal, and is caused by the
system configuring the bandwidth
settings.
5 Log in to your Personal Skype account.
6 Next, see “Step 3: Call your Gateway” on page 27.
Step 3: Call your Gateway
You’re now ready to make your first call!
Pre-requisite:
• Log in to your Personal Skype account.
To connect to the Gateway:
om your Personal Skype account, right-click on the name of your Gateway on the contact
1 Fr
list, and click Call.
• Live video appears in the Skype window.
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Type cam2 in the dialogue
b ox t o c h an g e t o ca m e r a 2 .
PC
Mac
Tap your Gat ewa y nam e
Changing camera view
If you have multiple cameras connected to the Gateway, you can change the camera view
manually (Mac and PC), or by using the Gateway Control Panel software (PC only). For
details, see “Gateway Control Panel” on page 31.
To change cameras using the chat menu:
1 Right-click on
the video window, and click Send IM.
2 In the
instant message chatbox, type cam2 and press enter to change to camera 2, cam3 to
change to camera 3 etc.
NOTE: "c
am1" is typed as one word with no spaces.
Mobile Viewing on the iPhone/iPad
Go to www.lorextechnology.com for the latest device compatibility list.
• iPhone users: Download the "Skype" app from the App store
• iP
ad users: Download the "Skype for iPad" app from the App store
To change camera view on the iPhone:
1 Log in t
2 T
ap the name of the Gateway
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o Skype using your Personal account.
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3 Tap Chat.
Chat
Type camera number here
Send
Done
Contacts
4 Type Cam1 for camera 1, Cam2, for camera 2 etc. Next, tap Send.
Setting up the Gateway
NOTE: Ther
e are no spaces when typing Cam1, Cam2 etc.
5 Tap Done, and then Tap Contacts.
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Call
Type cam2 to switch to camera 2,
cam3 for camera 3 etc.
6 Tap Call to connect to the camera.
NOTE: You may see a "Stopped sending video" message. This is normal.
7 To change camera view, tap End Call, and repeat steps 3~6.
Changing camera view on the iPad:
1 During liv
e view, tap the button to open
the chat window.
2 Type "Cam2" (with no quotations or spaces)
to change to camera 2; "Cam3" for camera 3
etc.
p Send. Wait for the camera to change.
3 Ta
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Gateway Control Panel
Gateway Control Panel
Allow access
What is the Gateway Control Panel?
The Gateway Control Panel is a software that allows you to:
• Change camera view when connected to multiple cameras
Pre-requisites
• Install Skype on your computer
• Downl
setup. For details, see page 22.
To install the Gateway Control Panel:
oad the Gateway Control Panel during the initial Gateway
Gateway Control Panel
1 Doubl
2 F
e-click on the Gateway Control Panel setup file on the desktop ( ).
ollow the on-screen instructions to install the Gateway Control Panel (Lorex Video Plug-in).
Initial Setup
1 Log-in to Skype using your Personal account.
2 Doubl
3 Cl
e-click the Lorex Video icon on the desktop ( ).
ick the Allow access button.
• The Gateway Control Panel appears.
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Gateway Control Panel
Select checkbox beside the
Gateway’s Skype name
Call
4 Click to open the account management window.
5 Select the checkbox beside the Gateway’s Skype name, and click OK. This allows the Gateway
Control panel to automatically "pop-up" when Skype launches.
6 Right-click on the name of your Gateway, and click Call to connect to your camera.
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Gateway Control Panel Overview
[For future use]
Change camera
Pair
Add accounts to
control panel
Colored icon indicates
camera is online
Greyed-out icon
indicates camera is
offline
Use the control panel to change cameras.
Gateway Control Panel
To change camera view:
ick the buttons to change between cameras 1~4.
1 Cl
NOTE: Wh
en changing channels, the live view window temporarily closes, and opens again.
This is normal.
To record live video:
1 Cl
ick the buttons to select the camera you wish to record.
ick the Record button ( ). The record button flashes red to indicate recording is in
2 Cl
progress.
NOTE: Re
3 Cl
ick the Stop button ( ) to stop recording.
corded video are saved onto the microSD card on the Gateway.
To view recorded files:
ick the Play button ( ). The video begins playback within Skype.
1 Cl
ick the Stop button ( ) to resume live viewing.
2 Cl
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Configuring Gateway menus
Camera Tab
Setting Tab
Administration Tab
Status Tab
Account Tab
Help button
Basic Setup button
Default Gateway Password
User name: admin
Password: admin
Enter admin in the Username and
Password field.
Configuring Gateway menus
The Gateway menu allows you to configure different Gateway menus and options.
To connect to the Gateway menu on a PC:
1 Click Start ( )>Computer>Network.
2 Under "De
3 Ent
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er admin in the username and password fields. Click Log-in.
vices", double-click LOREX Gateway ( ).
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4 Click Advance to enter the setting menu.
Enter admin in the Username and
Password field.
To connect to the Gateway menu on a Mac:
1 Launch Safari.
ick the Open all bookmarks button ( ).
2 Cl
Configuring Gateway menus
ick Bonjour on the left column. Double-click the LOREX Gateway icon.
3 Cl
4 Ent
er admin in the username and password fields. Click Log-in.
5 Click Advance to enter the setting menu.
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Configuring Gateway menus
Enter welcome message here
Use the buttons to connect or disconnect
the Gateway to the Skype service.
Signing-on & Signing-off the Gateway
To sign-on / sign-off the Gateway:
ick the Camera tab (selected after initial login).
1 Cl
2 Cl
ick the following:
• Sign-in b
Gateway Remotely.
• Sign-out button: Click Sign-out to log off of Skype. When you are logged off of Skype, you will
not be able to connect to the Gateway Remotely.
• Invisible button: Click to make your Gateway status appear as offline to others. You will still
have access to the Gateway when you are in Invisible mode. To go back online, click the Online
button.
utton: Click Sign-in to log in to Skype. This allows you to connect to your Skype
Changing the welcome message
You can change the initial welcome message when you first connect to your cameras. This
welcome message appears when you log in to the Gateway through Skype.
To change the welcome message:
1 Cl
ick on Account>Welcome Message.
2
Enter your welcome message in the text box.
3 Cl
ick Save to update your changes.
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Changing the camera name
Enter desired camera name
Save button
Select checkbox
To change the camera name:
1 Cl
ick the Camera tab.
Configuring Gateway menus
2 Under
the "New Camera Name" fields, enter the desired camera name.
3 Click Save update the camera names.
Changing the default camera
You can change the default camera that appears when you connect to the Gateway.
To assign the default camera:
ick the Camera tab.
1 Cl
2 Under
first connect to the Gateway.
3 Click Save.
"Default", select the checkbox beside the camera that you wish to appear when you
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Configuring Gateway menus
Select checkbox
Pairing button
Time Zone drop-down menu
Pairing additional cameras
By default, the camera comes pre-paired with the Gateway. If you purchase additional
cameras, you must pair them to the Gateway.
Pre-requisites:
• Ensure the camera has power, and is turned on.
• Camer
To pair additional cameras:
ick the Camera tab.
1 Cl
2 T
urn on the camera that you wish to pair.
a must be within 1 foot of receiver during pairing process.
3 Under
"Default", select the checkbox beside the channel that you wish to pair the camera to.
4 Click the Pairing button. When the camera icon glows green ( ), the camera has been
paired. When viewing cameras within Skype, type the following within the message box:
Cam1" to change to camera 1, "Cam2" to change to camera 2 etc.
"
NOTE: Adding c
ameras through the Gateway automatically adds the camera to the
handheld monitor.
Changing the time and time zone
To change the Gateway’s time and time zone:
ick the Setting tab.
1 Cl
2 In
the "Time/Zone" drop-down menu, select your local time zone. Click Save to update your
Gateway’s time.
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Changing the Gateway Log-in Password
My new password:
Restore Factory Defaults
To change the log-in password for the Gateway:
1
Log-in to the Gateway, and click the Administrator tab.
Configuring Gateway menus
2 Ent
3 Re-ent
4 Cl
er your new password in the "New Password" field.
er your new password in the "Confirm New Password" field.
ick Save to update your Gateway password.
Restoring Factory defaults
Restoring the Gateway to factory defaults deletes your custom settings, and restores the
default settings. You will have to re-enter all your settings after restoring the Gateway to
factory defaults.
To restore factory defaults:
ick Administration>Factory defaults.
1 Cl
2 Click the Restore Factory Defaults button.
ait for the Gateway to restart. This may take several minutes.
3 W
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Configuring Gateway menus
Browse
Apply
Upgrading the firmware
Upgrading the firmware improves product stability, and may introduce new features.
Pre-requisites
• Search for the Gateway (LW2031) product page on www.lorexcctv.com
wnload and extract the latest firmware to your computer
• Do
To upgrade the Gateway’s firmware:
ick Administration>Firmware Upgrade.
1 Cl
2 Click Browse, and locate the firmware file on your computer.
NOTE:
3 Cl
The firmware file ends in a .bin extension.
ick Apply to start the firmware upgrade. The firmware takes several minutes to upgrade.
Do not turn off the Gateway during the firmware update process.
4 Wait for the Gateway to return to the log-in window. Once you see the log-in window, the
firmware update is complete.
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Viewing system status
Gateway account name
Camera status
Network information
Double-click a file to begin playback
To view the Gateway system information:
1 Cl
ick the Status tab.
Configuring Gateway menus
Viewing videos
You can view videos recorded onto the microSD card in the Gateway.
To view saved videos:
ick Status> SD Card.
1 Cl
2 Double-click on the file you wish to view.
NOTE: The fil
es are saved as .avi files.
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Configuring Gateway menus
Help button
Basic setup
Help Menu
To view the Gateway’s Help menu:
1
Click the Help button.
Basic Setup
You can re-assign a new Gateway Skype name, or go through the basic installation of the
Gateway using the Basic setup menu.
To open the Basic setup menu:
ick the Basic setup button.
1 Cl
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Appendix A: Enabling UPnP
Show icons for networked UPnP devices.
Appendix A: Enabling UPnP
About UPnP
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows your Windows operating system to automatically
detect new devices connected to the network.
In order for your network to detect the Gateway once it is connected to your router, UPnP
must be
your network isn’t detecting the Gateway.
Enabling UPnP on Windows XP
1 Double-click the My Network Places icon on the desktop ( ).
enabled. If you run Windows XP or Windows Vista, you may have to enable UPnP if
Click Show icons for networked UPnP devices.
2
3 F
ollow the on-screen instructions to complete the UPnP process.
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Appendix A: Enabling UPnP
Click here to expand menu
Select Turn on network discovery
Apply
Enabling UPnP on Windows Vista
By default, UPnP is turned off in Windows Vista.
To enable UPnP on Windows Vista:
ick Start ( )>Control Panel> Network and Sharing Center ( ).
1 Cl
2
Click to open the Sharing and Discovery menu.
3
Click Turn on network discovery and then click Apply.
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Appendix B: Troubleshooting the handheld monitor
Appendix B:
Troubleshooting the handheld monitor
No video displayed on the monitor
• Ensure the monitor is powered on (check for green power LED on monitor).
• If the power LED is off:
• Press and hold the
• Recharge the battery in the monitor.
• Reset the monitor and camera by removing the battery from the monit
power off. Wait for 60 seconds and power the units back on.
• If the power LED is on:
• The monitor may be in Power Save mode. Press any button to turn on the display.
• If the power LED is blinking
• The monitor is charging. Press the
The camera and monitor are not detecting each other
• Ensure you have selected the correct camera channel.
• Mak
e sure the camera is turned on.
• Make sure the camera is charged.
• The camera and monitor may be out of range. Move the monitor and camera closer together.
Feedback/Squealing noise coming from the monitor
• Your camera and monitor may be too close. Move them further apart.
• Mak
e sure the monitor and camera are not near televisions, computers, cordless/mobile
phones or other electrical equipment.
button for 5 seconds to power on the monitor.
or. Turn the camera
button to turn on the monitor.
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Appendix C: Replacing the handheld monitor battery
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+
-
+
Metallic contact
points
-
+
Appendix C:
Replacing the handheld monitor battery
To install the monitor battery:
1 Slide the cover off of the back of
the monitor.
2 Align
3 Pr
4 Replac
the metallic contact points
on the battery with the metallic
contact points on the monitor by
ensuring the
shown in the bottom right corner.
ess down on the battery so it is
held firmly in place inside the
compartment.
e the cover on the monitor.
The monitor automatically turns
once the battery is inserted. It
on
is recommended to charge the
monitor before use.
NOTE: Remo
ve battery during long
periods of non-use.
symbols are
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Notices
FCC Notice
This device complies with Part 15,
subpart C, of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation. The
manufacturer is not responsible for any
radio or TV interference
caused by unauthorized modifications to
this equipment. Such modifications could
void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
However, it is imperative that the user
follows the guidelines in this
manual 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 quality of this product, the
specifications are subject to change
without notice from time to time.
IC Notice
This device complies with Industry
Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Cleaning and Disposal
Cleaning
Clean the monitor and camera with a
slightly damp cloth or an anti-static
cloth. Never use cleaning agents or
abrasive solvents.
• Do not clean any part of the product with
cleaners with thinners or other solvents and
chemicals. This may cause permanent
damage to the product which is not covered
by the Warranty. When necessary, clean it
with a damp cloth.
• Keep your camera and monitor away from
hot, humid areas or strong sunlight, and do
not get it wet.
• Every effort has been made to ensure high
standards of reliability for your video monitor.
However, if something does go wrong, please
do not try to repair it yourself. Contact
Customer Service for assistance.
Disposal of the device
At the end of the product life-cycle, you
should not dispose of this product with
normal household waste, but take the
product to a collection point for the
recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
The symbol on the product,
user’s guide and/or box indicates this.
Some of the product materials can be
re-used if you take them to a recycling
point.
By reusing some parts or raw
materials from used products you make an
important contribution to the protection of
the environment.
Please contact your local authorities in
case you need more information on the
collection points in your area. Dispose of
the battery pack in an
environmentally-friendly manner
according to your local regulations.
Notices
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