Lorex SG850 Owner's Manual

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OWNERS MANUAL

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SAFETY INFORMATION on pages i-iii.

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Safety information

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,

FULLY INSERT.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture 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 and Follow Instructions- All the safety and operating instructions should be read

before the video product is operated. Follow all operating instructions.

2 Retain Instructions- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future

reference.

3 Heed Warnings-Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating

instructions.

4 Polarization- This video product is equipped with a polarized alternating -current line

plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.

This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure. If you need an extension cord, use a polarized cord.

5 Power Sources-This video product should be operated only from the type of power source

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indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

6 Overloading- Do not overload wall outlets of extension cords as this can result in a risk

of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord, and if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation, have it replaced by your service technician

7 Power-Cord Protection- Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely

to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the video product.

8 Ventilation- Slots and openings in the case are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable

operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer’s instruction’s have been followed.

9 Attachments- Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product

manufacturer as they may cause a hazard.

10 Water and Moisture- Do not use this video product near water- for example, near a bath

tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. Caution : Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

11 Accessories- Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket,

or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the video product. Use this video product only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

12 A video product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive

force, and uneven surfaces may cause the video product and cart combination to overturn.

13 Power Lines- An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead

power lines, other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer.

Use

14 Cleaning- Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

15 Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into this video product through

openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or “short-out” parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.

16 Lightning-For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when

it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power line surges.

Service

17 Servicing-Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing

covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

18 Conditions Requiring Service-Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer

servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.

A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product. C. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive

work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation. E. If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need

for service.

19 Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, have the service technician

verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

20 Safety Check- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the

service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condition.

21 Wall or Ceiling Mounting- The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as

recommended by the manufacturer.

22 Heat-The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Note to CATV system installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC

which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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1 REMOTE SENSOR 2 TALK button

By pressing the talk button and holding this button the user has the ability to talk to a specific camera location in full-screen mode. This button must be pressed the entire time, while talking to listen to the camera location.

3 FREEZE(PIP) button

Pressing this button will freeze the picture on screen. To 'Unfreeze', press the button again. To use the PIP switching feature, press and hold this button for 2 seconds. Pressing this button consecutively will switch the screen from PIP (single channel) to PIP (Twin Picture).

4 AUTO button

Displays each channel sequentially. (C1 C2 C3 C4 QUAD)

5 QUAD(ZOOM) button

This button will place the unit into quad display or zoom mode. To use the zoom feature, press and hold this button for 2 seconds. The selected

screen will be enlarged. Press the channel 1,2,3,4 buttons to Zoom in on a location.

6 C1/ (SHIFT ) button

This button allows the user to go to full screen display of channel 1. In the menu screen, this button activates as SHIFT button. In the zoom mode, this button moves the zoom in location to the upper side ( ).

7 C2/ (SHIFT ) button

This button allows the user to go to full screen display of channel 2. In the menu screen, this button activates as SHIFT button. In the zoom mode, this button moves the zoom in location to the lower side ( ).

8 C3/ (SET- /TRACKING-)

This button allows the user to go to full screen display of channel 3. In the menu screen, this button activates as SET- button. In the zoom mode, this button moves the zoom in location to the left side( ). In playback mode of VCR, it activates as the TRACKING - button.

9 C4/ (SET+ /TRACKING+)

Locations of controls and indicators ........................................................................................ 1

Front panel .............................................................................................................. 1

Side panel ................................................................................................................ 3

Back panel .............................................................................................................. 4

Remote control ........................................................................................................ 5

Video Cassettes Tapes ........................................................................................................... 7

Connections ........................................................................................................................... 8

Types of on-screen displays and Display Sequence .............................................................. 10

MONITOR & QUAD OPERATION

Change Display Mode .......................................................................................................... 13

Setting the Clock .................................................................................................................. 16

Changing the On-Screen Display .......................................................................................... 17

VCR OPERATION

Normal Recording ...............................................................................................................23

Program Timer Recording .................................................................................................... 24

Alarm Recording .................................................................................................................. 28

Autorepeat Recording .......................................................................................................... 30

Normal Playback ................................................................................................................31

Normal Playback ................................................................................................... 31

Tracking Control ................................................................................................... 31

Audio Playback ...................................................................................................... 31

Special Playback ................................................................................................................. 32

Picture Search ....................................................................................................... 32

Still Image ............................................................................................................. 32

Vertical Lock Control ............................................................................................. 32

Slow ...................................................................................................................... 32

Recording Check ................................................................................................... 32

Alarm Search ......................................................................................................... 33

Alarm Scan ............................................................................................................ 34

Index Search ......................................................................................................... 34

Other Functions ................................................................................................................... 35

Tape counter (Zero Search) .................................................................................. 35

Setting the security Lock (Set Lock) ...................................................................... 36

Checking the Alarm Recording Times .................................................................... 36

Checking Power Loss Times .................................................................................. 37

Checking usage duration ....................................................................................... 37

Setting In/Out Terminals ........................................................................................ 38

Daily Inspection ................................................................................................................... 39

Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................................................... 40

Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 42

Locations of controls and indicators

Front panel

Contents

Side panel

1 TINT Knob 2 COLOR Knob 3 CONTRAST Knob 4 BRIGHTNESS Knob 5 SHARPNESS Knob 6 SOUND VOLUME Knob

7 SET LOCK ON/OFF

is to prevent accidental stopping of recording.

8 MAIN POWER

Used to turn the system ON or OFF.

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This button allows the user to go to full screen display of channel 4. In the menu screen, this button activates as SET+ button. In the zoom mode, this button moves the zoom in location to right side( ). In playback mode of VCR, it activates as the TRACKING+ button.

10 MENU(ALARM) button

This button allows the user to enter/exit the menu screen from the OSD mode. When you press it for 2 seconds or more, it turns the alarm function ON or OFF.

11 STOP/EJECT button

Stops all tape related functions. Press again to remove the cassette.

12 REW button

Begins high-speed rewind of the tape or high-speed reverse playback during playback.

13 PLAY button

Plays a previously recorded tape. During playback, this button performs retracking function.

14 FF button

Begins high-speed fast forward of the tape or high-speed playback during playback.

15 PAUSE/STILL button

Press this button to pause recording. When pressed during playback, tape advances by still picture.

16 SPEED( / ) buttons

In stop or recording mode, SPEED button selects the

recording speed 2, 6, 18....720,

960H in SP (6, 18H in EP). In playback mode, SPEED button selects the playback speed 2, 6,

18....720, 960H in SP (6, 18, 24H

in EP). SPEED button activates in reverse order.

17 AUDIO SEL(MUTE) button

Selects the audio channel camera. When you press it for 2 seconds or more, it turns the audio ON or OFF.

18 REC button

Turns the recording mode ON and one more press of this button after about 5 seconds performs recheck mode.

19 REC LED 20 AUDIO LED 21 TIMER REC LED 22 TIMER button

Used to select timer recording stand-by mode.

23 POWER LED 24 POWER button

Used to turn the monitor ON or OFF. * Only “MUTE” button is available

in Power Off mode.

25 ALARM REC LED 26 REPEAT REC LED 27 TAPE IN LED 28 CASSETTE LOADING DOOR 29 MIC SPEAKER 30 C4 LED 31 C3 LED 32 C2 LED 33 C1 LED 34 QUAD(ZOOM) LED 35 AUTO LED 36 PIP(FREEZE) LED 37 TALK LED

* Caution : Press each key at more than

0.5 seconds intervals for safe performance of set.

! N.C @ TALK 12V OUTPUT # AUDIO OUTPUT $ AUDIO INPUT % VIDEO INPUT ^ DC 12V OUTPUT

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Remote Control

1 EJECT button

is to remove the cassette.

2 CH1 button

enables channel 1 be displayed in full screen.

3 QUAD button

displays the picture in quadrant mode.

4 CH2 button

enables channel 2 be displayed in full screen.

5 AUTO button

displays each channel sequentially. (C1 C2 C3 C4 QUAD)

6 CH3 button

enables channel 3 be displayed in full screen.

7 ZOOM button

is to enlarge the selected channel. Zoom In location can be selected with C1, C2, C3, C4 button.

8 CH4 button

enables channel 4 be displayed in full screen.

9 FREEZE button

is to freeze all or certain displayed channel(s).

10 PAUSE/STILL button

When pressed during recording, tape movement stops temporarily. When pressed during playback, tape advances by still picture.

11 REW button

Begins high-speed rewind of the tape or high-speed reverse playback during playback.

12 PLAY button

Plays a previously recorded tape. During playback, this button performs retracking function.

Back Panel

1 AUDIO OUT

is a RCA connector for audio output.

2 MONITOR OUT

is for present picture out.

3 COM terminal 4 ALARM1/2/3/4 terminals

are for PIR input for each camera channel.

5 WARNING OUT terminal

6 COM terminal 7 TAPE END OUT terminal 8 COM terminal 9 COM terminal 10 RESET 11 CAMERA INPUT (channel 1 to 4)

Consists of 4 6 pin Din and 4 BNC camera inputs.

- 6PIN MINI DIN JACK -

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13 STOP button

Discontinues all tape related functions.

14 REC button

Turns the recording mode ON.

15 REC CHECK button

During recording, is used to confirm the record checking operation.

16 DISPLAY button

displays some or all data on or off (date/time, tape counter, etc...) (or in playback mode, current mode playback speed of VCR) with each press of this button.

17 REC/PLAY SPEED / buttons

used to select the recording speed during stop or recording mode of VCR. Also it is to select the playback speed during playback mode.

18 ALARM button

When you press it for 2 seconds or more, it turns the alarm mode ON or OFF.

*** In alarm off mode, alarm

recording can’t be performed even if there is alarm signal.

19 AUDIO SEL button

selects talk input channel camera.

20 ALARM -/+ buttons 21 INDEX -/+ buttons 22 COUNTER GO TO 0 button 23 CLEAR button

used to delete the information stored on screen display as Alarm time, Tape counter and timer program setting.

1) All of the Alarm time which is previously set can be deleted by pressing CLEAR button in ALARM INPUT TIME menu.

2) Timer Program setting can be

deleted by pressing CLEAR button in the line that the hand mark (

) is located in TIMER

PROGRAM REC SET menu.

3) Tape counter can be reset to “0H 00M 00S” in playback mode when the cassette is loaded.

24 TIMER button

used to select timer recording standby mode.

25 FF button

begins high-speed fast-forward of tape or high-speed playback during playback.

26 SET - (TRACKING -) button 27 AUDIO button

turns the audio ON or OFF.

28 SET + (TRACKING +) button 29 TALK button

used to talk to the person at the camera location when using a 6 pin Din camera. Press and hold to talk to the person. Release to listen.

30 SHIFT button 31 PIP button

Pressing this button consecutively will switch the screen from PIP (single channel) to PIP (Twin Picture).

32 SHIFT button 33 MENU button

This button allows the user to enter/exit the Menu screen. * MENU button is unavailable in

playback, FF or REW mode. Available only in Stop mode.

34 POWER button

turns the monitor ON or OFF.

* Only “audio” button is available in

Power Off mode.

Video Cassette Tapes

Handling Cassette Tapes

• Cassette tapes should always be stored vertically in their cases, away from high temperatures, magnetic fields, direct sunlight, dirt, dust and locations subject to mold formation.

• Do not tamper with the cassette mechanism.

• Never touch the tape with your fingers.

• Protect cassette tapes from shocks or strong vibrations.

To Protect your recordings

• After having recorded a tape, if you wish to keep the recording, use a flathead screwdriver to break off the erasure-prevention tab on the cassette.

• To record again on a tape without erasure-prevention tab, cover the hole with an adhesive tape.

Erasure-prevention tab

To prevent accidental erasure, remove the tab after recording.

To record again, cover the hole with vinyl tape.

Place the cassette, label side up, in the loading slot. Gently push the center of the cassette until it is loaded automatically.

Unloading

In STOP mode, press the EJECT button. The cassette is automatically ejected.

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• If you try to record on a cassette without the erasureprevention tab, the set will eject the cassette.

• If the TIMER button is pressed when a cassette without the erasureprevention tab is loaded, the set will eject the cassette, the timer recording LED will be lit on and a buzzer will sound if “YES” is set in the menu for buzzer.

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• When the cassette is loaded, (Tape In ) LED will be lit on.

• The counter display will switch to the reset counter “0H 00M 00S” display on the monitor screen.

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• Do not insert any object in the cassette loading slot, as that may cause injury and damage to the set.

• If your hand gets stuck in the cassette loading slot, unplug the power cord and consult the dealer where the unit was bought. Do not forcibly pull the hand out as that may cause severe injuries.

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Use only video cassette tapes bearing the logo. This set was primarily designed for use with T-120

cassette tapes. It is recommended to use T-120 VHS video cassette tapes for optimal performance.

2) For the case of BNC Camera Set

• According to your sensor type, set ALM(Alarm) to N/O, N/C or OFF in INDIVIDUAL SET mode of page 20.

• Purchase above Sensor and BNC Camera additionally.

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1) For the case of 6 Pin Mini Din Jack Camera Set

Perform following steps to install your system.

1 Unpack all components of the set from the packing

material. 2 Identify all of the accessories. 3 Place the set in a convenient location for your usage.

See ‘Safety Information’ in this manual. 4 Install cameras to be connected to this set. 5 Connect the power cord between this set and your wall

mounted power outlet. 6 Turn on the power of all cameras and this monitor. 7 A quadrant display should be seen on the monitor. 8 Microphone sound of camera 1, 2, 3, 4 can be heard at

Monitor Speaker. While you press the Talk button, the

microphone signal of Monitor can be heard at camera. 9 Microphone signal of each camera can be selected by

pressing C1, C2, C3, C4 button. * Note: Depending on the system purchased, zero, one,

two, three or four cameras may have been included with this system.

Connections

Basic System Installation

Connections

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• Use an authorized camera only. Another make of camera can’t be used.

• Turn the Monitor power OFF when connecting or disconnecting with the Camera. ( If you don’t do that, malfunction of Monitor and Camera may cause.)

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• If this set is in timer recording stand-by mode (eg. The Timer LED is lit on), the on-

screen displays will not be available. First press the Power button, to cancel the recording stand-by mode, then proceed with the programming you want. When finished, press the Power button again to return the set to timer recording stand-by mode.

• When a menu is displayed, recording will not be possible.

• Press the MENU button three times, the setting procedure is now completed and the

normal screen is displayed.

• During recording or playback the menus cannot be displayed.

• Press the MENU button, the MONITOR SET screen appears. (First time)

• Press the SHIFT button to move the hand mark ( ) downward for the desired item.

• Press the SHIFT button to select the desired item, then the desired menu is displayed.

• Press the MENU button to go to the VCR SET screen from the initial menu.

• Press the MENU button three times to return to the normal screen from the initial menu.

• Press the SHIFT button to select the desired item.

• Press the SET - (or +) button to set or Press the SHIFT button to select “YES” or “NO”.

• Press the MENU button to return to each initial menu.

• Press the SHIFT (or SHIFT )button to select the desired item.

• Press the SET - (or +) button to set or Press the SHIFT button to select.

• Press the MENU button to return to the previous menu.

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[MONITOR SET]

CLOCK SET SCREEN DISPLAY SET OSD SET INDIVIDUAL SET BUZZER : [NO] DEFAULT LOAD : [NO]

[SCREEN DISPLAY SET]

MODE PIP-1 MODE PIP-2 ALARM TIME BLANK COLOR BOUNDARY LINE

[CLOCK SET]

TIME : -- : -- : -- (HR:MIN:SEC) DATE: -- / -- / ---- (MON/DAY/YR)

: 1-4(F-S) : 1-2,4(F-S,S) : 03S : BLUE

[OSD SET]

TIME DISPLAY DATE DISPLAY TITLE DISPLAY

: ON

[INDIVIDUAL SET]

TITLE DWELL ALM LOAD

CH1: - - - - - - - -

: 03S N/O 75

CH2: - - - - - - - -

: 03S N/O 75

CH3: - - - - - - - -

: 03S N/O 75

CH4: - - - - - - - -

: 03S N/O 75

QUAD

03S

: ON

[VCR SET]

TAPE SEARCH SELECT REC SET ALARM INPUT TIME POWER LOSS TIME DRUM RUNNING TIME :00000H

[REC SET]

TIMER PROGRAM REC SET ALARM REC SET REPEAT REC

[TAPE SEARCH SELECT]

ALARM SEARCH FF : - REW : - -

FF REW

GO TO ZERO SEARCH

INDEX SEARCH

: NO

[ALARM REC SET]

REC SPEED REC DURATION

: AUTO

: 02H

[POWER LOSS TIME]

[ALARM INPUT TIME]

NO INPUT DATE TIME 35 CH2

05/21 17:50:22

34 CH1

05/12 18:53:22

NO FAIL RETURN

DATE TIME DATE TIME

35 05/30 13:45

05/30 13:45

34 05/29 17:46

05/29 17:46

[TIMER PROGRAM REC SET]

DAY CHANNEL START END SPEED SUN QUAD 21:10 23:50 018H (YES) TUE CH1 21:10 23:50 018H (NO)

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