3  Recorder Overview

3.1  Front Panel

  1. LED Indicators:
    • icon HDD: Glows to indicate hard drive is operating properly. Turns off when there is a hard drive error.
    • icon POWER: Glows to indicate the system is on.
    • icon NETWORK: Glows to indicate the recorder is connected to the Internet for remote access and automatic firmware updates. Turns off when there is no Internet access.
  2. Info / Panic Button:
    • From live view, press once to open the System Information screen.
    • Press and hold for 3 seconds to activate the warning lights and sirens on all connected deterrence cameras.
  3. USB Port: Connect a USB mouse (included) to control the system, or a USB flash drive (not included) for data backup or manual firmware updates.

3.2  Back Panel

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  1. DC 12V: Connect the included power adapter.
  2. PoE Video Inputs: Connect Lorex IP cameras to the system. For a full list of compatible cameras, visit .
  3. LAN: Connect the included RJ45 Ethernet cable from the recorder to your router for remote connectivity and automatic firmware updates.
  4. VGA: Connect a VGA monitor (not included) to view the system interface.
  5. AUDIO IN/OUT:
    • Connect an external microphone to the AUDIO IN port for single-channel audio recording.
    • Connect an external speaker to the AUDIO OUT port to hear system audio
    • For full details on connecting external audio devices, see 21 Connecting Audio Devices .
  6. HDMI: Connect to an HDMI monitor or TV (not included) using the included HDMI cable to view the system interface.
  7. USB Port: Connect a USB mouse (included) to control the system, or a USB flash drive (not included) for data backup or manual firmware updates.