Integrated LCD DVR Surveillance System With Built-In 4 Channel Triplex Digital Video Recorder and 4 Weatherproof Night Vision Cameras Instruction Manual English Version 1.0 MODEL: L15LD420 Series L17LD420 Series www.lorexcctv.com Copyright© © 2007 2008LOREX LOREX Technology Copyright Technology Inc. Inc.
Thank you for purchasing the L15LD420 / L17LD420 Series Observation System. Lorex is committed to providing our customers with a high quality, reliable security product. The L15LD420 / L17LD420 Series observation system is one of the most sophisticated video security systems on the market today with many of the same advanced features you will find in “high security” systems used in banks and casinos.
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. Installation 1.
Important Safeguards Service Use 13. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video equipment yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 19. Cleaning - Unplug the video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 14.
General Precautions NOTE This equipment has been certified and found to comply with the limits regulated by FCC, EMC, and LVD. Therefore, it is designated to provide reasonable protection against interference and will not cause interference with other appliance usage.
Feature List Feature List Monitor • 15" High Resolution LCD Monitor with built in DVR • Mouse control interface (mouse included) • Trilingual interface (English, Spanish and French) • Supports DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Server) • Commercial grade monitor stand • Wall or Rack mountable (mounts sold separately) • A full range of LOREX Pro Series CCTV cameras available for use with this system Built-In Digital Video Recorder (DVR) • Triplex Technology allows for recording, playback or viewing simultaneously.
Table of Contents Table of Contents Getting Started .......................................................................................... 9 Front Panel ....................................................................................... 10~11 Front Panel ............................................................................................. 11 Side Panel ............................................................................................... 12 Back Panel ..............................
Table of Contents Table of Contents Configuration ........................................................................................... 33 HDD MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................................ 33 CAMERA SETUP ...................................................................................................................... 34 MOTION SETUP .......................................................................................
Getting Started Getting Started The L15LD420 / L17LD420 Series comes with the following components: LCD & DVR SYSTEM WITH PRE-INSTALLED HDD * 1 x POWER ADAPToR 1 x 10’ ETHERNET CABLE 4 x 60 FT.
Front Panel Front Panel 1 6 1. Display Control Buttons 7 2 8 2. PTZ 5.LCD Monitor Power Button 6. IR LED Indicators 9. Playback Controls 4 3 9 5 10 3. Menu Button 4. +/- Buttons 7. 0~9 Buttons 8. Search & Record Buttons 10. Navigation & Enter 1. DISPLAY CONTROL BUTTONS - Control the onscreen display of Cameras: • MODE - Displays the Split Mode Menu. • ZOOM - Zooms in on the currently displayed camera (1x Zoom). Use the direction buttons or mouse and move to the area to be enlarged.
Front Panel Front Panel 6. IR RECEIVER & LED INDICATORS: • IR RECEIVER - Receiver for the Remote Controller signal. • DVR STATUS LEDs: z POWER - Power LED indicator for the System power status (ON/OFF). z HDD - HDD access LED indicated when activity is taking place on the system Hard drive. 7. 0~9 BUTTONS - Switches the full screen view between channels 1~4. Numbers 0~9 are used to enter the System Password. 8.
Side Panel Side Panel 1 1. Removable Drive Bay 2. Drive Bay Lock 2 3 3. USB Backup Port 4 4. Volume Adjustment 1. REMOVABLE DRIVE BAY - Use to change the SATA Drive to the system 2. DRIVE BAY LOCK - Locking mechanism for the removable drive. 3. USB BACKUP PORT - Connect a USB memory stick or USB HDD for data backup 4. VOLUME ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Use the Volume Adjustment Knob to increase or decrease the Volume Output to the AUDIO OUTPUT Port.
Back Panel Back Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. Alarm Block Chart 2. Audio Ports 3. Alarm Block & RS-485 4. Ethernet Port 5. CH 1~4 6. Monitor / Spot Out Ports 7. PS2 Mouse Port 8. Power Input Port 8 1. ALARM BLOCK CHART - Outlines the Alarm Block connections 2. AUDIO PORTS - One Audio INPUT port, and one Audio OUTPUT port. 3. ALARM BLOCK & RS-485 CONNECTIONS - Controls Alarm devices, and for direct connection to PTZ cameras. 4 sensor inputs and 1 relay output. 4.
Remote Control Remote Control Listed below is the new Remote Control. All Buttons described above function the same as the Front Panel buttons. 1. MODE - Changes the view to 4-Channel Split Screen. 2. ZOOM - Zooms in on the image (must be in full screen mode). 1 2 3. FREEZE - Freeze the image on the current full screen channel. 3 4. SEQUENCE - Start Sequence mode. 5. MENU - Press to access the System Menu. 6. RECORD - Starts manual recording on the DVR. 4 15 5 16 6 7 8 7.
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 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.
Camera Installation Connecting Cameras 1. Connect the Female BNC end of the supplied 60’ extension’ cable to the camera. Connect the male Power end of the extension cable to the camera. * Camera may not be exactly as shown. IMPORTANT NOTE: The ends of the extension cable are NOT the same - one end has a Male power port, and the other has a Female power port.
Camera Installation 2. Connect the Female end of the supplied 60’ extension cable to an open BNC camera input on the back of the System. Connect the female Power end of the extension cable to the 4-cable power adaptor. NOTE: To access the Connection Ports for the System, the monitor can be tilted forward (for easier access). * Camera may not be exactly as shown.
Connecting the Mouse Connecting the Mouse Connect the supplied mouse to the PS/2 Port on the back of the unit. Alternatively, a mouse can be connected to the USB port located on the side of the unit. USB Connection - A mouse can be connected to the PS/2 Port on the back panel. Mouse Controls LEFT MOUSE • Click to activate a function. • Used to increase values in MENU Mode. SCROLL WHEEL • Increases / Decreases values in Menu Mode. • Zooms IN/OUT in ZOOM View mode.
Display Modes Display Modes Initial Loading Sequence • Connect the POWER cable located on the back of the Observation System. The unit will automatically power on. • The System will load the firmware • The System will perform a Hard Drive check. • The unit will initially load to a split screen view, displaying all 4 cameras (if available). NOTE: If a new HARD DRIVE is detected, the system will prompt you to FORMAT the drive.
Display Modes Network Status Indicators The Network Indicators appear when a remote connection is made to the unit: • Indicates that there is no client connection. • Indicates that a client is connected to the system. • Indicates that a network search is being performed. Function Icons The function icons appear on the main screen, and can be selected using the Mouse.
Display Modes Display Modes Cameras can be displayed in Single, Quad, Sequence or PIP modes by pressing the buttons on the front panel of the System, or by using the mouse to click on the onscreen icons.
Display Modes Sequence Display Mode Displays cameras in sequence. Press the SEQ/AUDIO Button on the front panel of the System, or use the mouse to select the onscreen sequence icon.The sequence can be adjusted using the MENU SETUP. Press the SEQ/AUDIO Button on the front panel. Select Sequence mode by using the mouse to select the sequence icon. NOTE: Press and hold the SEQ/AUDIO button for 3 seconds to switch between the two options. PIP Display Mode Displays cameras in PIP (Picture in Picture) Mode.
Display Modes Zoom Mode Displays a single camera in ZOOM Mode (200% Zoom). Select the channel to ZOOM, and press the ZOOM button on the front panel of the System, or use the mouse to select the onscreen ZOOM icon. The area of ZOOM can be moved using the front panel arrows, or by using the Mouse. Press the ZOOM Button on the front panel. Select ZOOM mode by using the mouse to select the ZOOM icon. PTZ (Pan/Tilt/Zoom) & Focus Controls Enters PTZ control for a PTZ type camera installed on Channel 1.
Recording Mode Recording Mode If the power is cut off unexpectedly, the DVR will automatically resume its recording schedule after the power is back on. NOTE: Under the following circumstances, the system stops recording: • No video inputs. • No motion is detected while the record mode is set to MOTION. • When the record schedule is set to Not Record. • Without clearing HDD or running factory defaults after a new HDD is installed. • When Overwrite function is set to OFF and HDD full.
Playback Playback Starting Playback Mode Left click the "Play" icon to start playback. Starting from the last playback time.
Playback Stopping Playback Mode Click the "Stop" icon to stop playback. During Playback: Speeds up the Playback Slows down the Playback. Search Mode Click SEARCH icon to open the search window. There are 3 modes for search: PERCENT, DATE/TIME, EVENT. [PERCENT SEARCH] Search by the percentage of recording. [DATE/TIME SEARCH] Search by the assigned time and date [EVENT SEARCH] Search by event list.
Playback Time/Date Search [START] Set the starting date and time of recorded video. This shows the starting date and time of the recording data. [END] The ending date and time of recorded video. It shows the ending date and time of the recorded video. [TARGET] Enter the assigned date and time to start playback. The targeted date and time can be adjusted by Mouse wheel. Click the "PLAY " icon to start playback. Event Search [DATE/TIME] Shows the event date and time. [CH] Video channel in No.
Playback Playback Speed Control When in playback mode, Click the onscreen playback icons to adjust the playback speed: z z z z Speed up the playback Slow down the playback Rewind the playback Play While in playback, click: To speed up the playback To slow down the playback To increase the speed: REW key (High-speed backward playback) FF key (High-speed forward Playback). z Press the keys repeatedly to adjust the speed rate.
System Setup and Navigation System Setup and Navigation Press the MENU button on the Front panel or Remote, or click the onscreen MENU icon to log into system: • Click the 0~9 icons (or use the front panel buttons) to enter the password. • Click ENTER to confirm and enter the system. • Default ADMIN password: leave blank (No default password. Press ENTER key directly to enter the system) • Navigate using the arrows. Use ENTER to accept an option, and ESC to exit the menu.
System Setup and Navigation Display Setup - Screen Setup [VERTICAL POSITION] Adjust the vertical position of display. [HORIZONTAL POSITION] Adjust the horizontal position of display. [BORDER ENABLE] Enable the display of border. [BORDER COLOR] Adjust the color of border. Display Setup - OSD Setup [TOP OSD OFFSET] Adjust the location of Top OSD. Display Setup - VGA Setup [BRIGHTNESS] Adjust LCD brightness.
Record Setup Record Setup [RECORD SETUP] Set up the recording picture quality. [SCHEDULE SETUP] Program the recording schedule. Record Setup - Record Configuration [QUALITY] Set up the recording picture quality Quality level: Normal / High / Highest. Data size of image in PAL system is a little bigger than NTSC system, but the total recording time is same as NTSC system. • NOTE: The Data size of the image in the PAL system is larger than the NTSC system.
Record Setup Record Setup - Schedule Setup CHANNEL - Select a single channel to setup the schedule. TYPE - Select a recording mode: Program the recording schedule for the whole year. Set up the recording mode in different date / time: : Continuous recording. : Motion recording when there is motion detected : Alarm recording. When there is an alarm triggered. : Motion recording + Alarm recording. ALL: All blocks can be activated or deactivated. 00~24 Hour: To activate or cancel the hours .
Configuration Configuration [HDD MANAGEMENT] HDD SETUP (HDD Clear), HDD INFORMATION. [CAMERA SETUP] CAMERA TITLE, CAMERA COLOR SETUP. [MOTION SETUP] SENSITIVITY, DURATION, DETECT CELL NUMBER. [ALARM SETUP] Alarm mode (N.C. or N.O) setup, Alarm Output Duration setup. [INTERVAL SETUP] Switching interval between Full screen and the PIP screen. [DATE/TIME SETUP] Date and time setup. [PASSWORD SETUP] Password setup. [BUZZER SETUP] Buzzer ON/OFF setup.
Configuration CAMERA SETUP [CHANNEL]: Select the camera to be adjusted. TITLE: camera name, max. 8 characters. BRIGHTNESS: Adjust image brightness (-32~31). CONTRAST: Adjust color contrast (-32~31). SATURATION: Adjust color saturation (-32~31). HUE: Adjust color hue(-32~31). HORIZONTAL POSITION: Adjust camera display horizontal position. LIVE DISPLAY: Set up the channel to be displayed or not at the LIVE screen. MOTION SETUP [CHANNEL] Select the channel to be adjusted.
Configuration ALARM SETUP [CHANNEL] Select the channel to be setup. [INPUT] Set up the Alarm input format. NORMAL CLOSE- when the alarm is triggered, alarm output becomes open circuit. NORMAL OPEN- when the alarm is triggered, alarm output becomes close circuit. [DURATION] For both post-alarm recording duration and the alarm output duration. (1~99 seconds). NOTE: Alarm output can be triggered by both alarm input and video loss. Alarm output can not be triggered by motion detection.
Configuration TIME/DATE SETUP Please set up the system date and time before the DVR starts recording. The date and time can be adjusted by Mouse wheel. DATE FORMAT- Asia/American/European. HOUR FORMAT- 12 hours/24 hours. MONTH FORMAT- English/Numeric 1. We strongly suggest completing the following settings at the initial setup. (1) Set up the DATE/TIME, and RUN all factory defaults. (2) Format HDD (setup MENU - > HDD MANAGEMENT -> FORMAT ) 2. DO NOT change the date and time after the recording starts.
Configuration EXTERNAL DEVICE [TCP/IP SETUP] TCP/IP configuration. [PANTILT SETUP] Speed Dome camera related setting. [MOUSE SETUP] Mouse sensitivity setup. [AUDIO SETUP] AUDIO input and output volume setup. [SPOT SETUP] SPOT monitor setup. TCP/IP SETUP - IP SETUP [MAC ADDRESS] Display the DVR MAC address (not editable). [DHCP MODE] Automatic: auto setting for IP Port, IP Address, Gateway and Subnet. Manual: Manually configure IP Port, IP Address, Gateway and Subnet. [IP PORT] IP Port setting.
Configuration [DOMAIN] Enter the Domain Name used when registering the DDNS (only the first part is needed, not the lorexddns.net part). [USER NAME] Enter the User Name set when configuring the DDNS. [PASSWORD] Enter the Password set when configuring the DDNS. [DDNS STATUS] Displays a REGISTERED message once the DDNS has been configured, and the Register button has been clicked. TCP/IP SETUP - SPEED Controls the system bandwidth use (network speed).
Configuration PAN/TILT SETUP - SPEED SETUP [PAN SPEED] PAN speed setup. [TILT SPEED] TILT speed setup. [ZOOM SPEED] ZOOM speed setup. SPOT SETUP [SWITCH INTERVAL] Channel switching time.(Range:01 ~ 99 sec) [ALARM POP UP] Switch to the channel with alarm triggered. [MOTION POP UP] Switch to the channel with motion detection triggered. [EVENT POP UP DURATION] The display will switch to the channel with EVENT triggered.
BACKUP BACKUP USB BACKUP SUBMENU [HDD] START: Changeable date and time for the backup start date/time. END: Display the automatically calculated ending date and time for the backup video. [USB MEDIA] PARTITION: Display partition information for USB disk SIZE: Changeable capacity used for video backup. [BACK-UP] Click on BACK-UP to start the backup process. The backup file will be saved in AM4 format. Users need to install the program of BACKUP PLAYER to playback the backup file.
Data Backup Data Backup System status messages: • USB STATUS - Insert USB Key - the system will check the available space. When choosing a backup size, leave 20MB as a buffer and do not use the full space of the USB Stick. FIRMWARE UPGRADE The firmware can be upgraded via USB pen drive. Enter the FIRMWARE UPGRADE menu for firmware upgrade process through USB port. Through USB port: Click [CHECK USB], then click [UPGRADE].
FACTORY DEFAULT FACTORY DEFAULT Click on ON or OFF to change the setting. Click on DEFAULT to reload the Factory Default settings. CHANGE FACTORY DEFAULT (For ADMIN only) Make all settings of USB memory stick as default value. LOAD SETUP (For ADMIN only) Read the settings in USB memory stick. SAVE SETUP (For ADMIN only) Store all DVR settings into the USB memory stick. 1. The password will not be changed by "Factory Default" . 2.
Camera Operation Camera Operation Left click PTZ icon to enter the PTZ control mode. [PAN/TILT control] Click these arrow keys to control Pain/Tilt of connected PTZ camera.
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 power, or is not powering up Check: • Confirm that all cables are connected correctly. • Confirm that the power adaptor is securely connected to the back of the unit.
Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1 Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1 Monitor DVR Table 1: Table 1: Storage Capacity: Triplex: 1 SATA HDD, pre-installed (Maximum 400 GB) View/ Playback / Record simultaneously LCD Panel: Diagonal: 15.0” TFT, Input: TTL / LVDS. LCD Display Resolution: 1280 x 1024 Video Input: 4CH (4 x BNC) Compression: H.
Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1 Camera Table 1: Image Sensor: 1/3” Color CCD Image Sensor Video Format: NTSC / PAL Effective Pixels: NTSC: 512H x 492V(252K) / PAL: 512H x 582V(298K) Resolution: 420 TV Line Scan System: NTSC: 525 Lines 2:1 interlace PAL: 625 Lines 2:1 interlace Sync System: Internal S/N Ratio: More than 48dB Iris: AES AES Shutter Speed: NTSC: 1/60 ~ 1/100,000 Sec. PAL: 1/50 ~ 1/100,000 Sec. Mini Illumination: 0.
Full Connectivity Diagram - Appendix #2 Full Connectivity Diagram - Appendix #2 The following diagram outlines a general set of connections available with the Observation System.
Connecting a Slave (Spot-Out) Monitor - Appendix #3 Connecting a Slave (Spot-Out) Monitor - Appendix #3 Connections to a Slave Monitor / Spot-Out Monitor (not included with the System) can be made through the VIDEO OUT and/or the SPOT OUT ports on the back of the Observation System. A slave monitor can be a TV or Computer Monitor with VGA inputs. A Slave Monitor is used as a View Only device.
Connecting Motion / Alarm Device - Appendix #4 Connecting Motion / Alarm Device - Appendix #4 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).
Connecting PTZ Cameras - Appendix #5 Connecting PTZ Cameras - Appendix #5 PTZ Cameras (not included with this system) can be connected to the PTZ Control Block on the back panel of the System. The PTZ Controls are enabled through the Menu system on the Observation System. Additional PTZ Cameras are available at http://www.lorexcctv.com Installing a PTZ (RS-45 Type) PTZ Camera: 1. Connect the Transmit Cable to the D+ port on the PTZ Control Block on the Observation System. 2.
SATA Hard Drive Replacement - Appendix #6 SATA Hard Drive Replacement - Appendix #6 The Hard Drive serves the same purpose in an Observation System as a video cassette does in a VCR. Please follow the steps carefully in order to ensure proper installation. The compartment located on the side panel of the DVR is the removable Cartridge Casing in which you insert the Hard Drive. The various parts of the Cartridge Casing are labeled for your reference. STEP 1: Remove the Cartridge Casing from the DVR.
SATA Hard Drive Replacement - Appendix #6 STEP 4: Secure the Hard Drive in the Casing This step is vital for the SATA Hard Drive to connect to the DVR. • Use the 4 provided screws • Positioning the Hard Drive into place • Tighten the 4 screws on the bottom of the Casing NOTE: Insure to use the correct screws. Position Hard Drive and secure with provided screws STEP 5: Slide the top Cover over the Cartridge Casing • Slide the Cover forward over the Cartridge Case.
Optional Accessories Optional Accessories The following accessories are available to add to your existing system: SLAVE / SPOT OUT MONITOR BNC TYPE CAMERAS EXTENSION CABLE Slave / Spot Out Monitors View selected Cameras on a second Monitor Additional BNC Type Cameras Extends the length between the CAMERA and MONITOR. Available in 60’ length. PTZ CAMERAS Accessory PTZ Cameras for additional view control.
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