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www.lorextechnology.comLW2730/LW2930 SERIESWIRELESS HOME MONITORING SYSTEMUSER’S GUIDEENGLISH VERSION 3.0

viii Features• 7"/9” digital LCD display1• Simple installation. No video cables required2• Integrated digital video recorder• Multiple recording

ixTable of ContentsGetting started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Inst

xScreen Saver (digital picture frame) mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Uploading images to the SD card (PC only) .

1Getting startedThe system includes the following components:Two-way audio outdoor cameras*LCD monitor / wireless receiver*SD memory card**Power adapt

2Installing the cameraInstallation Tips:• Before you install the camera, plan where and how it will be positioned, and where you will route the cable

32 Twist the antenna clockwise onto the antenna port on the side of the camera.3 Attach the camera to the mounting stand. Adjust the angle of the came

4Getting startedSetting up the receiverStep 1 of 3: Installing the antennaTwist the antenna clockwise onto the receiver’s antenna jack located on the

5Camera overviewCamera overview213567841 Microphone: Built-in microphone.2 Lens: Camera lens.3 PIR Sensor: Passive IR motion sensor.4 Speaker: Speaker

6Receiver overviewReceiver overviewFront panel buttonsButton Function: Motion RecordingActivate/deactivate Motion Recording.: Manual RecordingStart/st

7Receiver overviewBack of receiver1 Wireless Antenna: Position the antenna as needed for best reception.2 Mounting Hole: Attach the included under-the

Thank you for purchasing the Lorex wireless video monitoring system.This manual refers to the following models:• LW2730 Series (7‘‘ wireless monitorin

8Receiver overviewLED Indicators on the LCD receiverUse the LED indicators on the LCD receiver to observe the status of the receiver, cameras, and SD

9Using the systemUsing the systemBy default, the camera(s) included with your system are automatically paired to the wireless receiver. The camera(s)

10Using the system2 Signal Indicator: The signal indicator shows the strength of the signal being received from the camera. The number of bars in the

11Using the systemViewing modesThere are four different viewing modes available on the system: single channel viewing, Auto Sequence Viewing mode (vie

12Using the systemDigital ZoomThe Digital Zoom feature allows you to zoom in 2x on your cameras during live viewing. This is useful if you need a clos

13Using the systemTwo-way audio volumeThe two-way audio volume is different from the alarm/buzzer volume found in the Main Menu ( >Settings>Alar

14Setting the timeSetting the timeIt is highly recommended to set the time on the system prior to recording. You need to setDate & Time menuDate a

15RecordingRecordingThe following recording modes are available on the system: Manual Recording, Schedule Recording, and Motion Recording. The system

16RecordingRecording mode summaryMode Description How to OperateMANUAL RECORDING• Continuous recording from one camera or entire screen in Quad mode•

17RecordingManual recordingManual recording allows you to manually start/stop recording from one channel at a time or the entire screen in Quad mode.

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18Recording5 Move the cursor RIGHT/LEFT to select ON to enable the schedule or OFF to disable the schedule and press OK to save.6 Repeat steps 3 throu

19RecordingMotion recordingUse motion recording to have the system record only when motion is detected by one of the cameras. The system can be set to

20Recording• Enable Auto Sequence Viewing mode: Press until a single channel is shown. When motion is detected, the system will display and record t

21RecordingSelecting Single Channel or 4 Channel motion recordingUse the Mode menu to select between single channel and 4 Channel motion recording.REC

22RecordingTo configure video motion detection:1 Press , then select Video Motion Detection and press OK.2 Select the camera you would like to config

23PlaybackPlaybackPlayback mode allows you to playback the recorded video files or view images that you have uploaded to the SD card (for details, see

24PlaybackControlling playbackUse UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT to control video playback.Playback controlsPlayback statusFile nameCurrent video time / length of

25PlaybackImage playbackIf you have uploaded images to the SD card using PhotoRun, you can open them in Playback mode. For instructions on how to uplo

26Playback3 A delete confirmation message appears, highlight YES and then press OK to delete the file.091252_1091252_1100341_3DELETE FILE091430_1?YES

27Playback3 Click Open folder to view files or open the folder in Computer. You should see a folder labeled "VIDEO."4 Open the VIDEO folder

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28Screen Saver (digital picture frame) modeScreen Saver (digital picture frame) modeUse the Screen Saver mode to conceal the fact that the wireless re

29Screen Saver (digital picture frame) mode2 An Autorun window appears. Click Open folder to view files.Open folder to view files3 Double-click the PH

30Screen Saver (digital picture frame) mode5 All images in the folder are added to the top area of the screen. Check ALL to select all the images in t

31Screen Saver (digital picture frame) modeConfiguring Screen Saver modeBy default, Screen Saver mode is in Blank Screen mode. You can enable digital

32Screen Saver (digital picture frame) modeActivating Screen Saver mode• In live view, press to activate Screen Saver mode. The "SCAN" ico

33Pairing/adding camerasPairing/adding camerasIf you have purchased additional cameras, it is highly recommended to pair the cameras to the receiver b

34SettingsSettingsUse the Settings menu to set the system time, change display options, and format the SD card.The Settings menu contains the followin

35SettingsTo select the TV system:1 Press , then press RIGHT/LEFT to select Settings and press OK.2 From the Settings menu, select Video Output and p

36SettingsDefault SettingsUse the Default Settings menu to restore the system to factory settings.NOTE: Restore factory settings DOES NOT delete video

37Camera On/OffCamera On/OffUse the Camera On/Off menu to show/hide camera channels on the main display screen. For example, if you disable camera 3,

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38Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™Connecting to your system through Skype is a convenient and free*

39Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™Connecting to Skype on a PCStep 1 of 6: Installing the camera driver for PCYou will need to install the cam

40Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™4 Under System, check the System type. The system type description will specify whether your system is 32-b

41Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™Step 2 of 6: Connecting the video monitor to the PC1 Turn on the camera first, then the video monitor. Make

42Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™2 From the Skype Login window, click Create a new account.Click Create a new account3 Follow the on-screen

43Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™4 Click Continue.5 In the next page, click Add later to not include a profile picture for the camera’s Skyp

44Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™5 Check Answer incoming calls automatically and Start my video automatically when I am in a call.Save Click

45Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™3 Click Send Request.Send contact requestStep 6 of 6: Test the connectionNOTE: This step requires you to lo

46Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™4 From the contact list, right-click on your camera’s account name (e.g.,Lorex Camera), and click Call. The

47Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™If you do not have a Skype account...Create your personal account first (e.g., Tom Smith), then create a se

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"Personal" Skype account (e.g., Tom Smith)"Camera" Skype account (e.g., Lorex Camera)Skype Name:Password:Email address used to r

49Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™Remote access using the Windows Store Skype appNOTE: Ensure you have completed Steps 1 and 2 of setting up

50Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™2 From the Skype login window, click Sign up for a Microsoft Account. Click Sign up for a Microsoft Account

51Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™3 Check if you can see live video from your system. Video from your camera is shown next to the Camera entr

52Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™5 The Contact Request dialog box appears. Click the Send button ( ). Click Send.Step 4 of 4: Test the conne

53Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™4 Click the Call button ( ). The video call begins automatically. Please allow around 15 to 25 seconds for

54Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™Viewing a camera on your smart phone or tabletYou can remotely monitor your camera using Skype on supported

55Viewing your camera remotely using Skype™Viewing your camera on iPad1 Download and install the Skype for iPad application from the App Store. NOTE:

56Technical specificationsTechnical specificationsGeneralDescription SpecificationTransmission Frequency 2,400~2,483.5MHzTransmission Power 16dBmUnobs

57Strengthening the range of the wireless signalStrengthening the range of the wireless signalDISCLAIMER: Certain accessories are not available in all

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58Strengthening the range of the wireless signal2.4 GHZ Directional Wireless Panel AntennaUse the 2.4GHz Directional Wireless Panel Antenna (model #:

59Power failure indicatorPower failure indicatorA power failure may interrupt recording modes on the system. After power is restored, the following wi

60Mounting the LCD receiverMounting the LCD receiverThe LCD Receiver can mounted to a wall or underneath a counter or cupboard.To mount the LCD receiv

61TroubleshootingTroubleshootingProblem SolutionThere is no picture from a Camera• Check power to the camera• Make sure that the cameras and receiver

62TroubleshootingLCD display appears to be off. • The system is in AV mode, which is used to view your cameras on an external monitor or television.

63Frequently asked questionsFrequently asked questionsQ: Can I extend the wireless range of the receiver?A: Yes. There are optional antennas available

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vi Installation (Continued)10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the case are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product

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