Lorex N881A38B Series 4K Ultra HD NVR User Manual

1. Introduktion

This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Lorex N881A38B Series 32 Channel 4K Ultra HD Network Video Recorder (NVR). This NVR is designed to record and manage video footage from compatible IP security cameras, offering advanced features for comprehensive surveillance.

2. Sikkerhedsoplysninger

Please read and understand all safety instructions before operating this product. Failure to follow these instructions may result in electric shock, fire, or other hazards.

• Use only the power adapter supplied with the NVR.
• Ensure proper ventilation around the NVR to prevent overheating.
• Do not expose the NVR to water or moisture.
• Avoid placing the NVR in direct sunlight or near heat sources.
• Do not open the NVR casing; overlad al service til kvalificeret personale.
• Keep the NVR and its components away from children.

3. Pakkens indhold

Bekræft, at alle nedenstående varer er inkluderet i din pakke:

• Lorex N881A38B Series NVR (with 2x 4TB Preinstalled HDDs)
• AC strømadapter
• USB-mus
• Ethernet kabel
• HDMI kabel
• Lynstartguide (ikke inkluderet i denne digitale manual)
• 16-Channel PoE Switch

4. Produktet er slutview

4.1 NVR Front Panel

Billede: Forside view of the Lorex N881A38B NVR, showing the Lorex logo, status indicators, control buttons, and a front USB port.

The front panel of the NVR provides access to essential controls and indicators:

• Power knap: Used to power on/off the NVR.
• Statusindikatorer: LEDs indicating power, HDD activity, and network status.
• Navigationsknapper: For menu navigation and camera selection.
• USB-port: For connecting a USB mouse or for data backup.

4.2 NVR bagpanel

Billede: Bagside view of the Lorex N881A38B NVR, displaying power input, fan, PoE ports, VGA, HDMI, USB, Ethernet, RS232, and audio input/output ports.

Bagpanelet indeholder alle nødvendige tilslutningsporte:

• Strømindgang: Tilsluttes vekselstrømsadapteren.
• PoE-porte (1-16): Power over Ethernet ports for direct camera connection.
• VGA udgang: For connecting to a monitor.
• HDMI udgang: For connecting to a 4K monitor or TV.
• USB-porte: For connecting a USB mouse or external storage.
• Ethernet-port: For network connection to a router.
• Lyd ind/ud: Til tilslutning af eksterne lydenheder.
• RS232: Serial port for advanced control.

4.3 16-Channel PoE Switch

Billede: Forside view of the 16-port PoE switch, showing 16 PoE ports and uplink ports.

Billede: Bagside view of the 16-port PoE switch, showing the AC power input.

The included 16-channel PoE switch expands the NVR's camera capacity, allowing you to connect up to 32 IP cameras in total (16 directly to the NVR, 16 via the switch). It provides power and data connectivity over a single Ethernet cable.

5. Opsætning

5.1 Fysisk installation

1. Tilslut en skærm: Connect the NVR to a monitor using the supplied HDMI cable for 4K resolution or a VGA cable for lower resolutions.
2. Tilslut en mus: Sæt USB-musen i en af ​​NVR'ens USB-porte (foran eller bagpå).
3. Netværks forbindelse: Connect the NVR's Ethernet port to your router using the supplied Ethernet cable.
4. Power On NVR: Connect the AC power adapter to the NVR's power input and then to a power outlet. The NVR will power on automatically.
5. Tilslut kameraer til NVR: For the first 16 cameras, connect them directly to the NVR's PoE ports (1-16) using Ethernet cables.
6. Connect Cameras to PoE Switch: For cameras 17-32, connect them to the 16-channel PoE switch. Then, connect one of the uplink ports of the PoE switch to an available Ethernet port on your network (e.g., your router or another NVR Ethernet port if configured as a LAN port). Power on the PoE switch.

5.2 Indledende konfiguration

Upon first startup, the NVR will guide you through a setup wizard:

1. Sprogvalg: Vælg dit foretrukne sprog.
2. Oprettelse af adgangskode: Opret en stærk adgangskode til administratorkontoen.
3. Netværksindstillinger: Configure network settings (DHCP is usually sufficient for most home networks).
4. Tid og dato: Set the correct time zone, date, and time.
5. Harddiskinitialisering: The NVR will detect and initialize the preinstalled hard drives.
6. Kameraregistrering: The NVR will automatically search for and add connected IP cameras.
7. Lorex Cloud Setup: Follow the on-screen prompts to connect your NVR to the Lorex Cloud for remote access.

6. Betjening

6.1 Live View

Efter den første opsætning viser NVR'en live-dataene view of your connected cameras. You can switch between single-camera view, multi-camera grids, and sequence views using the on-screen controls or the USB mouse.

6.2 Optagelse

The NVR supports various recording modes:

• Kontinuerlig optagelse: Optagelser 24/7.
• Optagelse af bevægelsesdetektering: Optager kun, når der registreres bevægelse.
• Planlagt optagelse: Records based on a predefined schedule.

Recording settings can be configured in the NVR's main menu under 'Record' or 'Storage'.

6.3 Playback and Search

Til review optaget footage:

1. Få adgang til menuen 'Afspilning' fra NVR'ens hovedgrænseflade.
2. Vælg det/de ønskede kamera(er) og dato-/tidsinterval.
3. Use the timeline to navigate through recordings.

Area Search

The Area Search feature allows you to quickly find specific events:

1. In the playback interface, select the 'Area Search' option.
2. Draw a specific area on the screen where you want to detect changes or motion.
3. The NVR will filter and display recordings where activity occurred within the selected area. This is ideal for monitoring specific entry points or high-traffic zones.

6.4 Remote Monitoring (Lorex Cloud App)

The Lorex Cloud app enables remote viewing and management of your NVR from a smartphone or tablet:

1. Download the Lorex Cloud app from your device's app store (Learn more about Lorex Cloud).
2. Create a Lorex Cloud account and add your NVR by scanning the QR code or entering the device ID.
3. Når du er tilsluttet, kan du view live feeds, play back recordings, and receive push notifications on your mobile device.

6.5 Audio Functionality

The N881A38B Series NVR supports audio recording on every channel. Audio is transmitted to the NVR over the same Cat5e/Cat6 Ethernet cable that connects your camera to the NVR, eliminating the need for secondary audio connections. Ensure your cameras support audio and that audio recording is enabled in the NVR settings.

7. Vedligeholdelse

7.1 Harddiskstyring

Your NVR comes with two 4TB hard drives preinstalled, providing ample storage. The NVR supports a maximum capacity of 20TB. Regularly check the hard drive status in the NVR's storage settings to ensure optimal performance. If a hard drive fails, it may need to be replaced by a qualified technician.

7.2 firmwareopdateringer

Kontroller Lorex regelmæssigt website for firmware updates. Keeping your NVR's firmware up-to-date ensures you have the latest features, security patches, and performance improvements. Firmware updates can typically be performed via the NVR's network connection or by USB.

7.3 Rengøring

To maintain the NVR's performance and appearance:

• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the NVR.
• Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol sprays.
• Sørg for, at ventilationsåbningerne er fri for støv og blokeringer.

8. Fejlfinding

9. Specifikationer

10. Garanti og support

Lorex products are designed for reliability and performance. For specific warranty information regarding your N881A38B NVR, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Lorex webwebsted.

For technical support, frequently asked questions, and additional resources, please visit the Lorex support page:

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