Lorex N881A38B Series 4K Ultra HD NVR User Manual

1. Introducere

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. Informații de siguranță

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.
• Evitați amplasarea NVR-ului în lumina directă a soarelui sau în apropierea surselor de căldură.
• Do not open the NVR casing; consultați personalul calificat pentru toate lucrările de service.
• Keep the NVR and its components away from children.

3. Conținutul pachetului

Verificați dacă toate articolele enumerate mai jos sunt incluse în pachetul dumneavoastră:

• Lorex N881A38B Series NVR (with 2x 4TB Preinstalled HDDs)
• Adaptor de curent alternativ
• Mouse USB
• Cablu Ethernet
• Cablu HDMI
• Ghid de pornire rapidă (nu este inclus în acest manual digital)
• 16-Channel PoE Switch

4. Produs terminatview

4.1 NVR Front Panel

Imagine: față 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:

• Buton de alimentare: Used to power on/off the NVR.
• Indicatori de stare: LEDs indicating power, HDD activity, and network status.
• Butoane de navigare: For menu navigation and camera selection.
• Port USB: For connecting a USB mouse or for data backup.

Panoul din spate 4.2 NVR

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

Panoul din spate găzduiește toate porturile de conectare necesare:

• Putere de intrare: Se conectează la adaptorul de curent alternativ.
• Porturi PoE (1-16): Power over Ethernet ports for direct camera connection.
• Ieșire VGA: For connecting to a monitor.
• Ieșire HDMI: For connecting to a 4K monitor or TV.
• Porturi USB: Pentru conectarea unui mouse USB sau a unui dispozitiv de stocare extern.
• Port Ethernet: For network connection to a router.
• Intrare/Ieșire audio: Pentru conectarea dispozitivelor audio externe.
• RS232: Serial port for advanced control.

4.3 16-Channel PoE Switch

Imagine: față view of the 16-port PoE switch, showing 16 PoE ports and uplink ports.

Imagine: Spate 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. Configurare

5.1 Instalare fizică

1. Conectați un monitor: Connect the NVR to a monitor using the supplied HDMI cable for 4K resolution or a VGA cable for lower resolutions.
2. Conectați un mouse: Plug the USB mouse into one of the NVR's USB ports (front or rear).
3. Conexiune retea: Connect the NVR's Ethernet port to your router using the supplied Ethernet cable.
4. Pornirea NVR-ului: Connect the AC power adapter to the NVR's power input and then to a power outlet. The NVR will power on automatically.
5. Conectarea camerelor la 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 Configurare inițială

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

1. Selectarea limbii: Alegeți limba preferată.
2. Crearea parolei: Creați o parolă puternică pentru contul de administrator.
3. Setări de rețea: Configurați setările de rețea (DHCP este de obicei suficient pentru majoritatea rețelelor de domiciliu).
4. Ora și data: Setați fusul orar, data și ora corecte.
5. Inițializare hard disk: The NVR will detect and initialize the preinstalled hard drives.
6. Detectarea camerei: 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. Funcționare

6.1 În direct View

După configurarea inițială, NVR-ul va afișa imaginile în timp real view of your connected cameras. You can switch between single-camera view, grile cu mai multe camere și secvențe viewutilizând comenzile de pe ecran sau mouse-ul USB.

6.2 Înregistrare

NVR-ul acceptă diverse moduri de înregistrare:

• Înregistrare continuă: Înregistrări 24/7.
• Înregistrare detectare mișcare: Înregistrează doar când este detectată mișcare.
• Înregistrare programată: 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

Pentru a review inregistrat footage:

1. Access the 'Playback' menu from the NVR's main interface.
2. Selectați camera (camerele) dorită(e) și intervalul de dată/oră.
3. Folosește cronologia pentru a naviga prin înregistrări.

Căutare zonă

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. Odată conectat, poți view live feeds, play back recordings, and receive push notifications on your mobile device.

6.5 Funcționalitate audio

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. Întreținere

7.1 Gestionarea hard disk-ului

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 de actualizări de firmware

Verificați periodic Lorex-ul 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 Curățare

To maintain the NVR's performance and appearance:

• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the exterior of the NVR.
• Nu utilizați agenți de curățare lichizi sau spray-uri cu aerosoli.
• Ensure ventilation openings are free from dust and obstructions.

8. Depanare

9. Specificații

10. Garanție și asistență

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 website-ul.

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

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