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4 CHANNEL
SURVEILLANCE DVR
WITH MOTION DETECTION
AND AUDIO RECORDING
Instruction Manual
English Version 3.0
MODELS:
L104 & L104V Series
www.lorexcctv.com
Includes L104000, L104161, L104251, L104V000, L104V161 & L104V251
Copyright © 2007 Lorex Technology Inc.
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Thank you for purchasing the 4 Channel Surveillance DVR (with Motion Detection and Audio Recording). Lorex is committed to providing our customers with a high quality, reliable security product. The L104 series offers excellent performance at a value price. This small form (9x12x2”) Surveillance DVR provides real time recording in quad mode, single channel audio recording and motion detection – scheduled – continuous mode recording. The L104 also has a remote controll
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Important Safeguards Important Safeguards In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture process 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. Installati
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Important Safeguards Service Use 19. Cleaning - Unplug the video product from the 13. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid video equipment yourself as opening or cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp removing covers may expose you to cloth for cleaning. dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 20. Product and Cart Combination - Video and cart combination should be moved
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General Precautions General Precautions 1. All warnings and instructions of this manual should be followed 2. Remove the plug from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid aerosol detergents. Use a water dampened cloth for cleaning 3. Do not use this unit in humid or wet places 4. Keep enough space around the unit for ventilation. Slots and openings in the storage cabinet should not be blocked 5. During lightning storms, or when the unit is not used for a long time, disconnect the
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L104 Series Features L104 Series Features • Rugged Metal Cabinet • Small (15.3” x 13.0” x 5.5” / 388mm x 338mm x 89mm) discrete size • Easy set up and operation • Real time viewing and recording • Large capacity ‘Security Certified’ Hard Disk Drive (100% duty cycle) • USB computer link and software for PC viewing, search and archiving • Save video to the PC (Using the PC Viewer Software*) in *.MYS or *.AVI format • Video Motion Detection • Display camera images in Single or Quad mo
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Getting Started ..............................................................................................................................................8 L104 Series - Front ...................................................................................................................................8~9 L104 Series - Back.............................................................................................................................
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Getting Started Getting Started The DVR comes with the following components: 1 x COMPACT DIGITAL VIDEO 1 x POWER ADAPTOR RECORDER 1 x POWER ADAPTOR CABLE 1 x USB CABLE 1 x REMOTE 1 x HARDWARE MANUAL (MALE TO MALE) CONTROL 1 x QUICK START GUIDE 1 x SOFTWARE CD CHECK YOUR PACKAGE TO CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE COMPLETE DVR, INCLUDING ALL COMPONENTS SHOWN ABOVE. 8
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L104 Series - Front L104 Series - Front 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1. USB - One USB 2.0 port is provided to connect the DVR to a PC using the provided USB (Male to Male) Cable and the included PC Viewer Software. Video can be archived on the PC in either *.MYS or *.AVI format. 2. UP NAVIGATION / CH1 DISPLAY - Press the key to view Channel 1 during Live View Mode. Use this key in Menu Mode to Navigate UP and change settings. 3. DOWN NAVIGATION / CH2 DISPLA
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L104 Series - Back L104 Series - Back 1 2 3 4 5 1. VGA VIDEO OUTPUT (L104V SERIES ONLY) - Video Output port to connect the unit to a Computer Monitor. Directly reflects the current onscreen images. 2. BNC VIDEO OUT - Video Output port to connect the unit to a DVR or TV. Directly reflects the current onscreen images. 3. BNC VIDEO INPUTS - Channel 1~4 camera inputs (used to connect Cameras with BNC connection type). Cameras with BNC connections require an additional power adapte
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Remote Control Remote Control Listed below is a quick reference for the Remote Control. All Buttons described above function the same as the Front Panel buttons. CHANNEL BUTTONS RECORD / STOP 1~4 - Press to select a BUTTON - Press the specific camera by button to start manual number. The Number recording. Pressing the Buttons are also used to button again stops input the DVR recording or playback of Password. previously recorded video. NAVIGATION - Navigates UP and MENU -
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Camera Installation Camera Installation Before you install the camera*, carefully plan where and how it will be positioned, and where you will route the cable that connects the camera to the DVR. Installation Warnings: • Select a location for the camera that provides a clear view of the area you want to monitor, which is free from dust, and is not in line-of-sight to a strong light source or direct sunlight. • Plan the cables’ route so that it is not close to power or telephone lin
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Connecting BNC Cameras Connecting BNC Cameras 1. Connect the 60ft Extension cable to the Camera and DVR: A. Connect the Barrel Power connector to a power adaptor. B. Connect the BNC connector to an available BNC Port (CAM 1~4) on the DVR. C. Connect the Male Power connector to the Camera. D. Connect the BNC connector to the Camera. Connect to DVR and Power Adaptor 2. Connect the Power Adaptor to a wall outlet. IMPORTANT
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Display Modes Display Modes Initial Loading Sequence The unit will automatically begin loading when power is 1 connected to the DVR. 1. The DVR will perform a Firmware check. During the loading sequence, the version of DVR V1-03 EN Hardware and Mode (NTSC or PAL) will be displayed. NTSC 2 2. Once the Firmware check is completed, the DVR will check the Hard Drive. If a new drive has been installed, the system will prompt to format t
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Display Modes General Display Overview 1. DATE & TIME - Displays the current Date and Time for the DVR. 1 2007/10/10 01:02:03 2. PASSWORD INPUT - The Password Input appears when manually stopping the Recording, or 2 PASSWORD INPUT (6): ------ entering Menu Mode. The default password is 111111. 3 □ CH1 CH2 □ 3. CAMERA TITLE & RECORDING □ CH3 CH4 □ STATUS - Displays the Camera Name (Up to 8 Characters) and Displays the current Recording Stat
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System Setup Controls System Setup Controls • Enter the MENU screen by pressing the MENU button ( ). Enter the password to display the Menu Selection Screen. The Default password is <111111> - press MENU to accept the password. PASSWORD INPUT (6): ------ • Scroll through the 7 options by pressing the UP & DOWN ( ▲▼) buttons on the Front Panel or Remote Control. • To enter a sub-menu, navigate to the option and press the RIGHT button ( ►). To exit a SUBMENU, press t
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System Setup Controls System Menu Tree MAIN MENU SYSTEM SETUP BUZZER ALARM TIME VIDEO LOSS ALARM AUDIO RECORD AUDIO MUTE AUDIO INPUT VOLUME AUDIO OUTPUT VOLUME PASSWORD SETUP TIME SETUP CAMERA SETUP CAMERA: CH1~CH4 LIVE ON/OFF RECORD ON/OFF BRIGHT SETUP CONTRAST SETUP COLORS SETUP AUTO SWITCHING RECORD SETUP RECORD QUALITY VIDEO QUALITY RECORD FRAME RATE 17
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System Menu MAIN MENU RECORD SCHEDULE MOTION SETUP HARD DRIVE SETUP OVERWRITE ENABLED MASTER HDD SIZE MASTER HDD USED MASTER HDD FORMAT XVGA RESOLUTION (L104V Series ONLY) SYSTEM RESTORE System Menu The options in the System Menu control the settings for the DVR. SYSTEM MENU >0 BUZZER ALARM TIME • BUZZER ALARM TIME: Sets the length of time that the LOSS ALARM ON Alarm Buzzer will sound for (i.e. Video Loss Alarm Buzzer, Restart of S
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System Menu Camera Setup Menu The Camera Menu allows the settings to be changed for each of CAMERA SETUP the 4 cameras. >C CAMERA H1 • CAMERA: Switch between CH1, CH2, CH3 and CH4 to LIVE ON / OFF ON adjust the settings for each camera. RECORD ON / OFF ON • LIVE ON / OFF: Turns the Live Camera View to ON / BRIGHT SETUP 0 OFF. The camera will continue to record regardless of CONTRAST SETUP 0 the Onscreen Display. COLOR SETUP 0 • RECORD ON / OFF: Turns
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System Menu Record Schedule Menu The Record Schedule controls the Recording RECORD SCHEDULE Type per hour for 24 hours (full day) for both Individual Camera and QUAD recording types. The Available Recording Types include: + ---- ----- -- - - - - -TTTTTTTT- - + | | | | | | | | • T : Continuous (Schedule*) Recording 0 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 (The DVR is constantly recording on all channels, ba
