LOREX SG19LD800 Series - Manuals

v General Precautions FCC CLASS B NOTICE Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation....

vi LCD/DVR COMBO FEATURES LCD/DVR COMBO FEATURES • Professional A-Grade LCD with ultra fast 8ms refresh rate and wide viewing angle (+/- 75 degrees vertical and horizontal) • Pentaplex operation - simultaneously functionality: z Live Viewing z Recording z Playback z Backup z Network Controls • MPEG4...

7 Table of Contents Table of Contents Getting Started .......................................................................................... 9Front Panel ........................................................................................ 10-13Rear Panel ........................................

9 Getting Started Getting Started The system comes with the following components: CHECK YOUR PACKAGE TO CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE COMPLETE SYSTEM, INCLUDING ALL COMPONENTS SHOWN ABOVE. REMOTE CONTROL ETHERNET CABLE 4 x 100 FT. (30M) EXTENSION CABLES 4 x CAMERAS WITH STANDS POWER ADAPTER LCD...

10 Front Panel Front Panel 1. REW BUTTON - Reverses the playback of the currently displayed Video 2. FF BUTTON - Fast forwards the playback of the currently displayed Video 3. DISPLAY - Changes the onscreen Camera display: • Single - Displays a single camera onscreen • Quad - Displays 4 cameras onsc...

11 Front Panel 4. PTZ BUTTON - Accesses the PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) Menu. Refer to page 35 for Pan/Tilt/Zoom options NOTE : PTZ option will only work with PTZ type cameras (not provided with this unit). Visit the Lorex website at http://www.lorexcctv.com for a full range of Pan/Tilt/Zoom Cameras. 5. SEA...

12 Front Panel 8. CHANNEL SELECT BUTTONS - Displays individual camera views. Also used to input the system Password when accessing the Setup Menu. 9. RETURN BUTTON - • Returns to a previous screen in Menu Mode. • Exits from Menu Setup (when in the Main Menu screen). Exits from Search and PTZ Modes. ...

13 Front Panel 12. SEQ BUTTON - Used to Sequence between all camera locations in Full Screen mode (in sequential order). To exit Sequence Mode, Press the SEQ button again 13. ZOOM BUTTON - This monitor is equipped with digital ZOOM . To utilize this feature proceed as follows: • Set the monitor to f...

14 Rear Panel Rear Panel 1. 6 PIN DIN CAMERA INPUTS - Channel 1-8 Camera inputs (for cameras with 6 Pin DIN connections). DIN type cameras are provided with the System. Cameras with 6 Pin DIN connections draw power from the System - additional power adapters are not needed. 2. RCA AUDIO INPUTS - Cha...

15 Rear Panel 4. SPOT OUT - Video Output port to connect the unit to a secondary DVR or TV 5. AUDIO OUT - Audio Output port to connect the unit to a secondary DVR or TV 6. ALARM FUNCTION TERMINALS (INPUT/OUTPUT) - These terminals are used to connect external alarm devices such as a motion sensor, do...

16 Remote Control Remote Control Listed below is a quick reference for the Remote Control. CHANNEL BUTTONS - Press to select a specific camera by number RETURN BUTTON - Returns to the previous selection in Menu Mode. Exits the Menu Setup when in the Main Menu. DISP BUTTON - Changes the Screen Mode t...

17 MC7520 Cameras MC7520 Cameras The System includes 4 CCD Color IR Day/Night Indoor/Outdoor Cameras* * Picture changes from Color to B&W under low light conditions. INPUT CABLE - Connects Video / Audio / Power from the System STAND - Stand connects to the Camera for mounting to walls, ceilings ...

18 Camera Installation Camera Installation Before you install the camera, carefully plan where and how you will position the camera, and where you will route the cable that connects the camera to the System. Installation Warnings: • Select a location for the camera that provides a clear view of the ...

19 Camera Installation Connecting Cameras 1. Connect the female end of the supplied 100’ extension’ cable to the camera. NOTE: Confirm that the arrows on the DIN Camera Cable and the DIN Extension cable are pointed together when connecting the cable. If the pins in the DIN Cable are bent, the Camera...

20 Display Modes Display Modes Initial Loading Sequence • Press the POWER button located on the front panel of the Observation System to start the unit. • The System will perform a Hard Drive check NOTE : This unit includes a 160GB Hard Drive. • The unit will initially load to a split screen view, d...

21 Display Modes Network Connectivity Indicator The Network Indicators appear when a remote connection is made to the unit via the Remote Agent software, or through the Internet Explorer Web Client: • Green: Indicates that the network connection is stable. • Blue: Indicates that the network connecti...

22 Display Modes Zoom Mode • Displays the Camera in ZOOM Mode. • Use the Arrow keys to adjust the Zoom location. • Press the Return key to exit ZOOM Mode. Covert Camera Mode • Displays the Camera in Covert Mode. • The Camera is not displayed - an empty blue screen is displayed instead of the Video. ...

24 System Power Off System Power Off Monitor Display Shutoff • Press the Power Button on the front panel or remote control for one second to turn off the monitor only. • The System will continue to record while the monitor is off. • The LED indicators on the front of the System will remain ON. • The...

25 Search Mode Search Mode Search mode allows you to locate previously recorded video by Date and Time, or by Event Type. • Press the Search Button on the front panel or Remote Control • Enter the User Name and Password (if required). • Use the Left / Right arrows on the Front Panel or Remote Contro...

26 Search Mode Search By Event Searches the system based on Event Type (Alarm, Motion, Continuous or System). • Press the right arrow button on the front panel or remote control to access the Search By Event screen. • Select From and To dates, Events (Alarm, Continuous, Motion and Other) and Cameras...

27 Menu Navigation Controls & Tips Menu Navigation Controls & Tips Menu Navigation Controls Navigation Controls - Move Up/Down/Left/Right. Enter Button - Press this button to select and change the values in a menu option. Return Button - Complete modifications of a menu option; exit a menu V...

28 System Setup Controls System Setup Controls • Enter the MENU screen by pressing the MENU button. Enter the password (if required), and select the SYSTEM SETUP option. • Scroll through the 6 options by pressing the UP , DOWN , LEFT and RIGHT buttons on the Front Panel or Remote Control. • To enter...

29 Display Menu Display Menu The Display Menu controls: OSD - Onscreen display settings control the camera titles, event indicators, and general screen settings. MONITOR - Display settings for Alarm and Events SEQUENCE - Controls for the display of video images in Sequence Mode SPOT-OUT - Sends came...

30 Display Menu OSD (Onscreen Display) • Motion Sensor Display - Turns the display of the Motion Sensor to: z - Active: Display motion sensor of motion detection area. z - Inactive: Display motion sensor except motion detection area. z - Off: No display of motion sensor. • Motion Sensor Color - Sets...

31 Display Menu SEQUENCE Sets the Sequence Mode for the display of available channels. • Activation - Turns the Sequence ON/ OFF. NOTE : Up to 16 different Sequence Mode settings can be configured, however only ONE can be active at a time. • List - Displays the Sequence Title • Created By - Displays...

32 Display Menu 1. Press the ENTER button. Setup Mode is active. 2. Select the Display Mode (5 different Display Options - Single, Quad, 6, 8A & 8B). 3. Press the Number Keys to Select channels to be displayed in Sequence (all squares must have an assigned number). 6. Press the SEQ button on the...

33 Display Menu SPOT-OUT Sends the Specified camera video to a secondary Monitor (via the Spot Out Port on the back of the unit). • Check or Uncheck the selected Cameras to have the video sent to a Secondary Monitor in Sequence. NOTE : Any cameras NOT checked will not be sent as video to the Spot Ou...

34 Camera Menu Camera Menu The Camera Settings and Controls: CAMERA TITLE - Settings for the onscreen display of individual Camera Titles. COLOR SETUP - Color settings for individual cameras. PTZ SETUP - Configuration for PTZ type cameras (not included with the system). MOTION SENSOR - Configuration...

35 Camera Menu COLOR SETUP Displays the settings for Brightness, Contrast, Tint and Color for individual cameras. • Press the ENTER Button and select a camera. • Set the Brightness , Contrast , Tint and Color for each camera. These settings can be set to a range of 1(low)~100(high) • Press the RETUR...

36 Camera Menu PTZ PROPERTIES • Channel No. - Camera Number. • PTZ Driver - The compatible driver selected for the PTZ Camera. • Auto Focus - Sets the Automatic camera focus to ON/OFF. • Auto Iris - Sets the Automatic Shutter to ON/OFF. • Speed Controls - Sets the Pitch, Zoom, Focus and Iris speeds ...

37 Sound Menu Sound Menu The System Sound settings: AUDIO - Settings for the system Audio for Live and Remote monitoring. BUZZER - Settings for System Buzzer (audible alerts). SOUND • Live Audio - Turns Live System Audio (from the Audio on the terminal) to ON/OFF. • Audio Monitoring Channel - Select...

38 System Menu System Menu The System Setting controls contain: DATE/TIME - Date and Time controls for the system. NETWORK - Network and remote access controls. MAIL - Mail setup USER MANAGEMENT - Controls for system users. SYSTEM MANAGEMENT - System specific settings and controls CONTROL DEVICE -? ...

39 System Menu NETWORK • DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) - Allows the System to receive Network Information from the DHCP Server (i.e. The local Router). z If DHCP is set to ON, the IP Address, Gateway and Subnet Mask will be assigned by the DHCP Server (i.e. The local area network Router...

41 System Menu USER MANAGEMENT • User setup consists of 3 groups: Administrator, Manager or User. • Up to 7 new users can be added to the system. • ADD - Opens the ADD New User screen to configure the new user settings NOTE : A maximum of 4 users can be remotely connected to the System simultaneousl...

42 System Menu SYSTEM MANAGEMENT • System Information - Navigate to the PRESS button, and choose ENTER to display the System Information. • System Name - Input a name for the system using the Virtual Keyboard. • FW Update - Navigate to the PRESS button, and choose ENTER to update the System Firmware...

43 System Menu SYSTEM MANAGEMENT Firmware Update New firmware is periodically available for download from the www.lorexcctv.com website. The firmware on the unit can be updated via the USB Port: • Download the new firmware from the website. Copy the files from the PC to the USB Memory Stick. • Inser...

44 System Menu SYSTEM MANAGEMENT Factory Defaults The System can be returned to the Factory default settings: • Select the ‘Factory Defaults’ option by selecting the PRESS button. • Choose OK to reset the unit, or CANCEL to exit without resetting. NOTE: If the System is reset to Factory Defaults, al...

45 Event / Sensor Event / Sensor The Event Sensor Setting controls contain: HDD EVENT - Checks the Hard Drive for errors. ALARM IN - Configuration settings for an external Alarm sensor (i.e. Door / Window Sensors). ALARM OUT - Sends a signal to an external device when an alarm is detected. BUZZER OU...

46 Event / Sensor ALARM INPUT Configurations for any external alarm device (i.e. a Door or Window Sensor). Refer to page 73 for hardware configuration details. • Operation - Sets the Alarm Sensor Connection Status (Enable / Disable) for an external alarm (i.e. Door or Window Sensors). Refer to page ...

48 Event / Sensor EMAIL NOTIFICATION • Notification - Sets the E-Mail notification ON/OFF. • HDD Event - A notification is sent if a Hard Drive event is detected (set to ON/OFF). • Notifications can be enabled for each channel for: z Alarm z Video Loss z Motion can be selected NOTE: Emails will be s...

49 Disk Management Disk Management • Record Time Limit - Setup for the Recording Time Limit (between 12 hours ~1 month) NOTE: The Record Time Limit refers to the length of time data will be kept on the drive. For example: The Record Time Limit is set to 7 days. The System records data from the 1st o...

50 Recording Menu Controls Recording Menu Controls • Enter the RECORDING MENU screen by pressing the MENU button. Enter the password, and select the RECORDING MENU option. • Scroll through the 3 options by pressing the UP , DOWN , LEFT and RIGHT buttons on the Front Panel or Remote Control. • To ent...

51 Recording Menu Controls Recording Operations • RECORDING MODE - Changes the Recording mode from Simple to Advanced (see below). • SCHEDULE MODE - Sets the Scheduled Recording Mode to Daily or Weekly. • PRE EVENT RECORDING - When an alarm is detected, the Pre Alarm will begin recording before the ...

52 Simple Recording Mode Simple Recording Mode • Recording Quality - Sets the video recording quality to Low, Standard, High or Highest. • Recording Size - Sets the video capture size for all camera to 352x240, 704x240 or 704x480. • FPS - Sets the Frames Per Second for recording across all channels....

53 Advanced Recording Mode Advanced Recording Mode Continuous / Motion Setup • PARAMETER MODE - Contains the general recording parameters for each camera • SCHEDULE MODE - Contains the schedule recording settings for each camera. NOTE: Audio Recording ONLY works on Channels 1~4. Continuous / Motion ...

55 Advanced Recording Mode Alarm Setup Mode • PARAMETER MODE - Contains the general recording parameters for each camera • SCHEDULE MODE - Contains the schedule recording settings for each camera. NOTE: Audio Recording ONLY works on Channels 1~4. Alarm Parameter Mode Parameters for each camera are s...

56 Advanced Recording Mode Alarm Schedule Mode • Sets the Alarm recording for each channel (by hour). • Press the ENTER key to enter the Camera Selection window, and navigate using the arrow keys. • Select an Hour (highlighted in Green), and press ENTER to set to Alarm (highlighted) or None (no high...

57 Archiving Archiving The Archive feature copies data from the Hard Drive to a USB backup media such as a Memory Stick or USB Hard Drive • Enter the ARCHIVING screen by pressing the MENU button. Enter the password, and select the RECORDING MENU option. • Scroll through the options by pressing the U...

58 Archiving Archiving Options Once the Start Time, End Time and Channel Selections have been completed, select the START Button A Drive Usage report will be displayed: • Amount of space (in MB) needed • Start and End Times for Each Channel, with size of recordings (in MB) • Size of the Log File Sel...

59 Network Connectivity Overview Network Connectivity Overview The Observation System can be remotely controlled using your existing network and the provided software. 1. Connect the Observation System to the Router using the supplied Ethernet Cable. Power the Observation System on. NOTE: The Observ...

60 Network Connectivity Overview IP & MAC Address The IP & MAC Addresses are necessary for DDNS Setup (for remote access to the Observation System). To Locate the System information, Press the ENTER button on the Front Panel or Remote Control while viewing the Cameras. The System Info window...

61 Network Connectivity Overview Setting Up Your DDNS Account Lorex offers a free DDNS service for use with your System. A DDNS account allows you to set up a web site address that points back to your Local Network. The following outlines how to set up your free DNS account. 1. Navigate to http://DD...

62 Network Connectivity Overview 5. Click the Create New Account link at the bottom of the form to submit your request. 6. Your Account information will be sent to you at the E-mail Address you used in Step 3 . You will need this information for remote access to your System. Record YOUR information ...

63 Network Connectivity Overview Router Port Forwarding How do I enable Port Forwarding on my Router? You will need to enable port forwarding on your Router to allow for external communications with your Observation System for ports: • TCP/IP PORT 6100 • WEB PORT 80 Computers, Observation Systems, a...

64 Network Connectivity Overview DDNS SETUP Once the DDNS settings have been configured online, the information must be entered on the Observation System to allow for remote connection via the Lorex Client Software (or through Internet Explorer): 1. Access the Main Menu Setup screens, and navigate t...

65 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting When a malfunction occurs, it may not be serious and can be corrected easily. The following describes the most common problems and solutions. Please refer to the following before calling Lorex Technical Support: Problem: Observation System Unit is not receiving pow...

67 Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1 Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1 Display Specifications Video Standard NTSC / PAL LCD 17” or 19” Resolution 704x480, 704x240, 352x240 (NTSC) 704x576, 704x288, 352x288 (PAL) Monitor Display Real Time 30 FPS NTSC (per camera) Real Time ...

68 Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1 Alarm Specifications Alarm Inputs 8 x TTL, programmable as NC or NO Alarm Outputs 1 x relay with NO/NC Contact 30V DC/1A, 125 VAC/0.5A resistive Activity Detection 16x16 Grid Sensitivity Levels: 10 Covert Camera Operation Programmable PTZ Control RS...

69 Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1 Network Specifications Network Interface 8 Levels (56KB ~ 8MB)/sec. Remote Access View, Search, Record and Control via Software or Internet Explorer Network Protocol TCP/IP, DDNS and Web Network Interface 10/100 Base-TX; RJ-45 Observation System Spe...

70 MC7520 Camera Specifications - Appendix #2 MC7520 Camera Specifications - Appendix #2 As our products are subject to continuous improvement, LOREX Technology Inc. and its subsidiaries reserve the right to modify product design, specifications and prices, without notice and without incurring any o...

71 Lorex Client Software Requirements - Appendix #3 Lorex Client Software Requirements - Appendix #3 The Lorex Client software (included with the Observation System) has the following installation requirements. Minimum System Requirements: Recommended System Requirements : Please refer to the Lorex ...

72 Connecting a Slave (Spot-Out) Monitor - Appendix #4 Connecting a Slave (Spot-Out) Monitor - Appendix #4 Connections to a Slave Monitor / Spot-Out Monitor (not included with the System) can be made through the SPOT OUT and AUDIO OUT ports on the back of the Observation System. A slave monitor can ...

73 Connecting Motion / Alarm Device - Appendix #5 Connecting Motion / Alarm Device - Appendix #5 Motion detection and Alarm controls are enabled through the Menu system on the Observation System. Additional motion sensor devices can be connected to the system (Motion Sensors, Door/Window Sensors). A...

76 Hard Drive Replacement - Appendix #8 Hard Drive Replacement - Appendix #8 The System comes with a pre-installed Hard Drive, however the unit will work with a replacement single Hard Drive (up to 500GB). NOTE: Make sure that the System is OFF and the power cable has been disconnected before changi...

77 Hard Drive Replacement - Appendix #8 New Hard Drive Format The New Hard Drive MUST be formatted. If a new HARD DRIVE is detected, the system will prompt you to FORMAT the drive. If you do not choose to format the HARD DRIVE, the drive will not be detected by the system. If you choose to FORMAT a ...

78 Using the Storage Calculator - Appendix #9 Using the Storage Calculator - Appendix #9 The Storage Calculator application is used to calculate the amount of recording time available on your Hard Drive, based on the System Recording Settings. This application is located on the Software Installation...

81 What are the recommended tips when setting up my system? - Appendix #10 Changing the Date and Time Setting the correct date and time for your system is important. Once the date and time have been set correctly, it is highly recommended that you format your Hard Drive. 1. Enter MENU mode by pressi...

82 What are the recommended tips when setting up my system? - Appendix #10 Formatting the Hard Drive Formatting the hard drive after changing the date, and before beginning the recording of YOUR data is recommended, as the system is set to Automatically start recording when powered on (continuous re...

83 What are the recommended tips when setting up my system? - Appendix #10 Camera Setup Each camera should be assigned a name that corresponds to its use (i.e. Dock1, BackDoor, Cash3, etc.). This name is displayed onscreen, and helps to identify the camera location easily. 1. Enter MENU mode by pres...

84 What are the recommended tips when setting up my system? - Appendix #10 Screen Saver Settings The screen saver will black the screen during a defined interval. 1. Enter MENU mode by pressing the MENU button on the front panel of the system (or on the Remote Control). Select the SYSTEM SETUP Optio...

85 What are the recommended tips when setting up my system? - Appendix #10 Backing up your System Configurations it is recommended to back up your system configurations to a Memory Stick. Configuring your system to meet your specific needs can be time consuming - having a backup of your settings wil...

86 How many Audio Channels are available Listen-in Audio? - Appendix #11 How many Audio Channels are available Listen-in Audio? - Appendix #11 There are 8 available camera ports on the system - how many can be used for Listen-In audio, and how many can be used to record sound? How do I enable Listen...

89 How do I set the Auto-Recording to OFF? - Appendix #13 How do I set the Auto-Recording to OFF? - Appendix #13 The system is set to automatically start recording when powered on. You may wish to change these settings to better suit your security needs. These settings can be changed for an individu...

90 How do I set the Auto-Recording to OFF? - Appendix #13 Setting Multiple Time Blocks 1. Enter MENU mode by pressing the MENU button on the front panel of the system (or on the Remote Control). Select the RECORD MENU Option. 2. Select the SIMPLE RECORDING MODE menu. Navigate using the up and down a...

91 Setting up Remote Viewing - Appendix #14 Setting up Remote Viewing - Appendix #14 Setting up the Remote Viewing Feature requires several steps. Networking skills are required to correctly configure the remote viewing functions. What do you need? • The LCD/DVR System. • A PC with the installed Net...

92 Setting up Remote Viewing - Appendix #14 System - IP & MAC Address The IP & MAC Addresses are necessary for DDNS Setup (for remote access to the Observation System). To Locate the System information, Press the ENTER button on the Front Panel or Remote Control while viewing the Cameras. Th...

93 Setting up Remote Viewing - Appendix #14 Network - Setting Up Your DDNS Account Lorex offers a free DDNS service for use with your System. A DDNS account allows you to set up a web site address that points back to your Local Network. The following outlines how to set up your free DNS account. 1. ...

95 Setting up Remote Viewing - Appendix #14 Network - Router Port Forwarding You will need to enable port forwarding on your Router to allow for external communications with your Observation System for ports: • TCP/IP PORT 6100 • WEB PORT 80 Computers, Observation Systems, and other devices inside y...

97 Setting up Remote Viewing - Appendix #14 Lorex NetViewer Software - Connection Manager The Connection Manager contains the setup information to allow the user to remotely connect to the Observation System. Adding a Group Group - Right click on ‘Site’ to add a New Group. A group can represent one ...

99 Setting up Remote Viewing - Appendix #14 Lorex NetViewer Software - Remote Connection Once the site setup profile has been created, a connection can then be made to the Observation System: 1. Select the Site profile from the Dropdown List. 2. Press the CONNECT button. The Connection Status window...

100 Optional Accessories Optional Accessories The following accessories are available to add to your existing system: EXTENSION CABLE Extends the length between the CAMERA and MONITOR. Available in 65’, 100’ and 250’ lengths SLAVE / SPOT OUT MONITOR Slave / Spot Out Monitors - View selected Cameras ...

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