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DIGITAL VIDEO SURVEILLANCE RECORDER
Instruction Manual
English Version 4.0
KEEP IN TOUCH
STAY CONNECTED
*8 Channel Model Shown
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LH330 EDGE2 Series
www.lorextechnology.com
LH340 EDGE3 Series
Copyright © 2012 Lorex Technology Inc.
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Thank you for purchasing the Edge Series Digital Video Surveillance Recorder. This manual refers to the following models: • LH338 (8-channel EDGE2) • LH336 (16-channel EDGE2) • LH348 (8-channel EDGE3) • LH346 (16-channel EDGE3) For the latest online manual, downloads and product updates, and to learn about our complete range of accessory products, please visit our website at: www.lorextechnology.com CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RICK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO
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NEED HELP? CONTACT US FIRST DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE Please make sure to register your product at www.lorextechnology.com to receive product updates and technical support. 2 Easy Ways to Contact Us Online: Product Support is available 24/7 including product information, user manuals, quick start up guides and FAQ’s at www.lorextechnology.com/support For all other matters, visit www.lorextechnology.com By Phone: North America: Customer Service (for warranty matters): 1-888-425-67
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VIEW YOUR WORLD™ MD VOIR VOTRE MONDE VEA SU MUNDO™ BESOIN D’ASSISTANCE? ¿NECESITA AYUDA? COMUNÍQUESE PRIMERO COMMUNIQUEZ D’ABORD CON NOSOTROS AVEC NOUS NO DEVUELVA ESTE PRODUCTO A LA TIENDA NE RETOURNEZ PAS CE PRODUIT AU MAGASIN Por favor, registre su producto en www.lorextechnology. Veuillez enregistrer votre produit sur le site com para recibir actualizaciones del producto y www.lorextechnology.com afin de recevoir des mises à jour asistencia técnica. et le soutien technique pour votre pr
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BEFORE YOU START Please make sure to register your product at www.lorextechnology.com to receive product updates and technical support THIS PRODUCT MAY REQUIRE PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION LOREX IS COMMITTED TO FULFILLING YOUR SECURITY NEEDS • We have developed user friendly products and documentation. Please read the Quick Start Guide and User Manual before you install this product. • Consumer Guides and Video Tutorials are available on our web site at www.lorextechnology.com/support •
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AVANT DE ANTES DE COMMENCER EMPEZAR Veuillez enregistrer votre produit sur le site Cerciórese de por favor colocar su producto en www.lorextechnology.com para recibir www.lorextechnology.com afin de recevoir actualizaciones y la información del producto des mises à jour et le soutien technique pour votre produit. y soporte técnico. ESTE PRODUCTO PUEDE EXIGIR UNA IN- CE PRODUIT PEUT NÉCESSITER UNE STALACIÓN PROFESIONAL INSTALLATION PROFESSIONNELLE LOREX S’ENGAGE À RÉPONDRE À VOS LOREX SE C
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Important Safeguards In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture process of your 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 ensure your enjoyment and proper use of the product and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operating and using your product. General Precautions 1. All warnings and instructions in thi
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Installation (Continued) Service 10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the case are 1. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose the product and to protect it from overheating. These you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all openings must not be blocked or covered. The servicing to qualified service personnel. openings should never be blocked by placing the prod
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NOTICES FCC/IC Notice: 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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guar
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EDGE2 Series Features Digital Video Recorder Features 1 • HDMI output in full 1080p – simple connection to HDTVs 2 • Touch Screen navigation compatible • 24x7 100% duty cycle HDD • Pentaplex operation - View, Record, Playback, Backup & Remotely control the system simultaneously • Recording options: Motion, schedule, or continuous • Small form factor (11.6 x 6.5 x 1.3”) • 3 x USB 2.0 ports (mouse, touch screen monitor, backup, firmware upgrade) 3 • VESA Mount (easily mounts to the back of an L
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EDGE3 Series Features Digital Video Recorder Features 1 • 960H (960x480) recording resolution 2 • HDMI output in full 1080p – simple connection to HDTVs 3 • Touch Screen navigation compatible • 24x7 100% duty cycle HDD • Pentaplex operation - View, Record, Playback, Backup & Remotely control the system simultaneously • Recording options: Motion, schedule, or continuous • Small form factor (11.6 x 6.5 x 1.3”) • 3 x USB 2.0 (mouse, touch monitor, backup, firmware upgrade) • VESA Mount (easily mou
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Rear Panel (8-Channel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Rear Panel (16-Channel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The Playback Bar, Playback Markers, and Smart Search Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Playback and Smart Search Markers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Taking Screenshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Using Screenshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Managing Passwords . . . . .
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Backing up Video to a USB Flash Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Confirming Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Backup File Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Playing Backed-up Video on your Computer . . . .
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Manual Recording (PC Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Accessing Remote Speed Dome Settings (PTZ Controls) (PC Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Using the HDD Reader (PC Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 DVR Netviewer: Viewing Your DVR Using a Web Browser . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Connecting to your DVR Using a DDNS or IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Connecting an Audio-Capable Camera or Self-Powered Microphone . . . . . . . . . . 111 Playing Audio from your DVR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Appendix E: Mounting the DVR to a VESA Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Appendix F: Replacing the Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Removing the Hard Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Getting Started The system comes with the following components: DVR (DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER)* 12V DC POWER ADAPTER REMOTE CONTROL USB MOUSE ETHERNET CABLE MOUNTING KIT (Mounting Kit contents may differ from image) FLEX IR EXTENDER 2 X OCTOPUS BNC QUICK START GUIDE CONNECTOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL (16-channel only) DOCUMENTATION CD *HARD DRIVE SIZE, NUMBER OF CHANNELS, AND CAMERA CONFIGURATION MAY VARY BY MODEL. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR PACKAGE FOR SPECIFIC DETAILS. CHECK YOUR PACKAGE TO CONFIRM THAT YO
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Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Playback Controls: • : In Playback mode, press to rewind video. Press repeatedly to increase rewind speed. • While playback is paused, press to move back playback time or date. • In menus, press to change settings. • : In Viewing mode, press to enter Playback mode. • In Playback mode, press to play video. Press again to pause video playback. • : In Playback mode, press to fast forward video. Press repeatedly to increase fast forward speed. • While playb
