Lorex N843 Series 4K Ultra HD Security NVR User guide

N843 Series

Quick Setup Guide

Physical setup of recorder and essential system settings

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4K Ultra HD Security NVR

12.8” / 324mm 9.6” / 245mm

2.4”

60mm

Package Contents

Dimensions

See the steps below (expanded instructions to the right) to complete initial setup of the

recorder:

* Not included / sold separately.

For camera compatibility information, visit lorex.com/compatibility.

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expanded instructions to the right

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:

STEP 1:

Connect cameras*

STEP 2:

Connect router*

STEP 3:

Connect mouse

STEP 5:

Connect power

STEP 4:

Connect monitor*

Overview of extra ports:

NOTE: For full instructions on using the extra ports, please refer to your security recorder’s instruction

manual at lorex.com.

Audio In/Out

Connect microphone / speaker*

Setting Up Your Recorder

STEP 6:

Lorex Setup

Wizard

Test your cameras prior to selecting a permanent mounting location by temporarily

connecting the cameras and cables to your NVR using one of the following 2 methods:

a. Connect cameras directly to the recorder (recommended).

b. Connect cameras to a PoE switch or router on your network (not included).

NOTES:

• It may take up to 1 minute for cameras to start up and transmit video to your recorder.

• This guide covers connecting IP cameras to your security recorder only. For full instructions on

installing your cameras, please refer to your camera’s documentation at lorex.com.

• Connecting cameras to a router, or a network switch without PoE, requires a power adapter for

each camera. Refer to your camera’s documentation at lorex.com for the correct power adapter

model number.

OR

STEP 1: Connect cameras*

Back panels shown below are for illustration only. Your recorder’s back panel

may appear different, with all the same ports in different locations.

Connect the recorder to your router using the included Ethernet cable.

NOTES:

• If you are using a PoE switch, ensure the switch is connected to the same network as your

recorder.

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speed Internet connection is required (minimum upload speed of 5Mbps required for 4K viewing;

3.5Mbps for lower resolutions). All other system features can be used without an Internet

connection.

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Connect the recorder to a monitor using the included HDMI cable or a VGA cable (not

included). The HDMI port supports up to 4K resolution, and VGA supports up to 1080p.

Connect the included mouse to a USB port on the recorder.

OR

IMPORTANT: To optimize picture quality, set the recorder’s video output to match the resolution of your

monitor. See the section Changing the Recorder’s Output Resolution on the rear for details.

STEP 2: Connect router*

STEP 3: Connect mouse

STEP 4: Connect monitor*

Lorex Fusion supports connectivity with select wireless devices to the NVR. To learn more

about fusion connectivity and which Lorex devices are compatible with this feature, visit

lorex.com/pages/fusion.

Lorex Fusion

Use the included power adapter to connect the recorder to a nearby outlet.

STEP 5: Connect power

To quickly open a window that displays vital system information such as device ID, model

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• Tap the button on the front panel of the recorder.

• Right-click to open the Quick Menu and click Info.

OR

Record your password below and store in a secure place:

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Lorex Setup Wizard will begin. The Wizard will help you

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You will also create a secure password. For future reference,

it is recommended that you record your password here:

STEP 6: Lorex Setup Wizard

Using the Mouse

NOTE: In live view, hover the mouse cursor over the top of the screen to open the Navigation Bar. Move

the mouse cursor away from the top of the screen to close the Navigation Bar.

During live view: Use the scroll wheel to zoom in / out.

•During live view: Click

anywhere on the screen to

open the Quick Menu.

•While navigating menus:

Click to exit menus.

•During split-screen display

mode: Click an individual

channel to view in full-screen.

Click again to return to the

split-screen display mode.

•While navigating menus:

Click to open a menu option.

Using the Quick Menu

Right-click anywhere on the live viewing screen to open the Quick Menu.

* Compatible with select cameras only. Visit lorex.com/compatibility for details.

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a. Open Main Menu.

b. Search and play back recordings.

c. Filter through recorded video when

searching.

d. Control PTZ cameras (not included).

e. Select camera/live display view.

f. Add IP cameras over the LAN.

g. Open manual recording controls.

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h. Preview faces detected in Live View.*

i. Control auto focus cameras

(not included).

j. Adjust camera color and image

settings.

k. View system information.

l. Start/stop sequence mode.

m. Temporarily disable all current

audible warnings.

Adding Cameras from the LAN

Follow the steps below to add cameras that are not directly connected to the Power over

Ethernet (PoE) ports on the back of the recorder.

NOTE: Please visit lorex.com/compatibility for a list of compatible Lorex IP cameras.

To add cameras from the LAN:

1. Connect the camera to a router or switch on the same network as the recorder.

2. Right-click and select Camera. If prompted, log in using the system user name (default: admin) and

your new, secure password.

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a. Click Camera Registration.

b. Check the camera(s) you would like

to add.

c. Click Add. The status indicator

turns green to show the camera is

successfully connected.

d. The added device(s) will appear in

the Added Device list. Right-click to

exit to live view.

NOTE: If the icon in the Status

column appears red, there may

be a password issue with the

camera. Select the camera and click

Reconnect IPC.

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Search through and play video recordings from the hard drive.

To search for and play recordings:

1. From live view, right-click and then click Playback. If prompted, log in using the system user name

(default: admin) and your new, secure password.

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Playback and Search

a. Use the calendar on the right to

select the date to playback.

b. Check channels you want to play

back. Click the grey icon beside

each selected channel to select

Mainstream (M) or Substream

(S) video quality.

c. Click inside the video bar

to select the playback time.

Playback starts immediately at

the selected time.

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2. From live view, right-click and then click Main Menu. If prompted, log in using the system user

name (default: admin) and your new, secure password.

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a. Select the channel(s) to search

by.

b. Select the type and quality of

recordings to search for.

c. Select a Start Time and End

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1. In live view, right-click and click Main Menu. If prompted, log in using the system user name

(default: admin) and your new, secure password.

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compatible cameras, navigate to your recorder series at lorex.com/compatibility.

a. Select the channel of

a connected camera

with person and vehicle

detection.

b. Check Enable

underneath Person and/

or Vehicle.

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c. Click Set next to Area to set active areas for person and/or

vehicle detection. See Figure 1 below for details.

d. Click Set next to Schedule to set a weekly schedule for person

and/or vehicle detection. See Figure 2 below for details.

e. Set preferences for the warning light and siren.

f. Click Apply.

Smart Motion Detection & Deterrence Settings

Figure 2: Schedule

Figure 1: Detection Area

• Click Add to set an area for person or vehicle detection

on the selected channel. Click-and-drag the corners to

resize the area.

• For most accurate results, set an area where objects of

interest will move within the bounding box as well as

into / out of.

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warning light when an object is detected.

• See your camera’s documentation for optimal camera

positioning for person and vehicle detection.

Option 1: Smart Motion Detection Cameras

• The default schedule, shown in Figure 2, is

active during the night, between 5pm and 7am.

• Click Set to change the schedule for the

corresponding day of the week.

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To set off all connected deterrence cameras’ warning lights and

sirens, press and hold the front panel button for 3 seconds.

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a. Select the channel of a

connected deterrence camera.

b. Check Enable.

c. Click Set next to Area to set

active areas for person and/or

vehicle detection. See Figure 3

below for details.

d. Click Set next to Schedule to set a weekly schedule for

person and/or vehicle detection. See Figure 2 above for

details.

e. Set preferences for the warning light and siren.

f. Set Sensitivity and Threshold levels to your preference.

g. Click Apply.

• The camera image appears with a grid overlay. The

green area is the active area for deterrence.

• Click or click-and-drag to add / remove boxes from the

active area.

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the warning light.

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Changing the Recorder’s Output Resolution

To ensure the best possible picture quality, set the recorder’s output resolution to match the

highest resolution supported by your monitor.

a. Set Resolution to match the

highest resolution supported

by your monitor. For example,

select 3840×2160 for 4K

monitors, or 1920×1080 for

1080p.

b. Click Apply. The recorder will

restart before changes take

effect.

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IMPORTANT: If you need to switch the monitor, make sure you set the recorder to an output resolution

supported by the new monitor before switching.

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N843 Series

Remote Access Guide

Remote access to your security system with apps for iOS and Android

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Before You Start:

If you are having trouble connecting, try the following:

• Restart the recorder by disconnecting and reconnecting the power adapter.

• Ensure the recorder is connected to the router using an Ethernet cable and

then restart the recorder.

• Double-check the username and password.

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• Ensure your mobile app is up-to-date.

Troubleshooting

Default access information:

• Default Username: admin

• Password: See the Quick Setup Guide [Guide 1/2] for the password created

upon initial setup.

If you have forgotten your password, contact Lorex Technical Support.

• This guide is for users who wish to view their security system

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the system locally, you may skip this guide.

• Make sure you have a router and high-speed Internet access (not

included).

• Connect your recorder to your router using an Ethernet cable (see the

Quick Setup Guide [Guide 1/2] for details).

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• Please note that the following minimum upload speeds are required for

remote video streaming:

•5 Mbps for 4K video.

•3.5 Mbps for lower resolutions.

• Up to 3 devices may connect to the system at the same time.

Record your information below:

DEVICE ID:

The Device ID is printed on a label on the side panel of the recorder.

Device ID: xxxxxxxxxxx

STEP 1: Find your Device ID

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Scan the QR code to install the free Lorex Home

app from the App Store or Google Play Store.

STEP 2A: Mobile Setup

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Congratulations! You can now view video from your cameras on your

mobile device.

Tap the Lorex Home icon to launch

the app.

Scan the QR code on the side panel of the recorder.

Set the preferred timezone and tap Live View. The

app opens in Live View and streams video from all

connected cameras.

From the Devices tab, tap to add a device. If this

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Tap Sign up and follow the on-screen instructions to

create a new Lorex Home account.

NOTE: If your mobile device cannot scan the QR code,

tap Manually enter Device ID.

Enter the password you recorded on the Quick Setup

Guide [Guide 1/2].

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NOTE: The email address and password used to

create your Lorex Home account are different from the

recorder's username (default: admin) and password

you created on the Quick Setup Guide [Guide 1/2].

You must complete initial setup of the recorder detailed in the Quick Setup Guide

[Guide 1/2] before mobile setup.

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The following is a brief overview of the controls available on the Live View screen of the

Lorex Home app. For complete app instructions, see the Lorex Home manual on your

product page at lorex.com.

STEP 2B: Lorex Home Overview

* HD resolution will be limited to the maximum screen resolution of your mobile device. This will

not impact the recording resolution of the NVR.

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Snapshot: Tap to save a still image of the

current live view.

Two-Way Audio: Two-way audio cameras

only. Tap to speak into the microphone

on your mobile device. Sound will be

transmitted through the camera's speaker.

Tap again to listen in.

Return to Main Menu

Shared users: Share permissions with

another user.

Pause/Restart Video

Viewing Mode: Switch between single

and multi-channel views.

Timeline: Tap to search for and play back

recorded videos.

Switch Stream: Tap to switch to HD* video

quality. Tap again for reduced video quality

that is optimized for streaming.

Audio: Tap to mute / unmute.

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Fullscreen: Tap to view in landscape mode.

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recording of the current live view. Tap again

to stop recording and save the video clip to

your mobile device's storage.

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User Manual

N843 Series

Thank you for purchasing this product. Lorex Corporation is committed to providing our customers with a high

quality, reliable security solution.

This manual refers to the following models:

N843A82

N843A83

N843A84

For the latest online manual, downloads and product updates, and to learn about our complete line of accessory

products, please visit our website at:

lorex.com

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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 maintenance

(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

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