LOREX Technology DVR SG17L7584 User Manual

17" COLOR LCD DUAL QUAD  
SECURITY SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM  
WITH INTERNET REMOTE VIEWING  
Instruction Manual  
English Version 1.0  
MODEL:  
SG17L7584  
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Important Safeguards  
Important Safeguards  
In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture process of your video  
product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility too.  
This sheet lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the video  
product and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operating and using your video product.  
Installation  
1. Read and Follow Instructions - All the safety and  
operating instructions should be read before the  
video product is operated. Follow all operating  
instructions.  
8. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the case are  
provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation  
of the video product and to protect it from  
overheating. These openings must not be blocked  
or covered. The openings should never be blocked  
by placing the video equipment on a bed, sofa, rug,  
or other similar surface. This video product should  
never be placed near or over a radiator or heat  
register. This video product should not be placed in  
a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack  
unless proper ventilation is provided or the video  
product manufacturer’s instructions have been  
followed.  
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating  
instructions should be retained for future reference.  
3. Heed Warnings - Comply with all warnings on the  
video product and in the operating instructions.  
4. Polarization - Do not defeat the safety purpose of  
the polarized or grounding-type plug.  
A polarized plug has two blades with  
one wider than the other.  
9. Attachments - Do not use attachments unless  
recommended by the video product manufacturer as  
they may cause a hazard.  
Agroundingtypeplughastwoblades  
and a third grounding prong.  
10. Water and Moisture - Do not use this video product  
nearwater. Forexample, nearabathtub, washbowl,  
kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near  
a swimming pool and the like.  
The wide blade or the third prong are  
provided for your safety.  
If the provided plug does not fit into  
your outlet, consult an electrician for  
replacement of the obsolete outlet  
Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline  
operated equipment or accessories connected to  
this unit should bear the UL listing mark of CSA  
certification mark on the accessory itself and should  
not be modified so as to defeat the safety features.  
This will help avoid any potential hazard from  
electrical shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified  
service personnel.  
5. .Power Sources - This video product should be  
operated only from the type of power source  
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of  
the type of power supply to your location, consult  
your video dealer or local power company. For video  
products intended to operate from battery power, or  
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.  
11. Accessories - Do not place this video equipment  
on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, or table. The video  
equipment may fall, causing serious  
6. Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets of  
extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire  
or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension  
cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire  
insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They  
may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically  
examine the cord, and if its appearance indicates  
damage or deteriorated insulation, have it replaced  
by your service technician.  
damage to the video product. Use  
this video product only with a cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket, or table  
recommended  
by  
the  
manufacturer or sold with the video  
product.Anymountingoftheproduct  
should follow the manufacturer’s  
instructions and use  
a
mounting accessory  
recommended by the manufacturer.  
7. Power-CordProtection-Powersupplycordsshould  
be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on  
or pinched by items placed upon or against them,  
paying particular attention to cords at plugs,  
convenience receptacles, and the point where they  
exit from the video product.  
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Important Safeguards  
Service  
13. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video  
equipment yourself as opening or removing covers  
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other  
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel.  
Use  
19. Cleaning - Unplug the video product from the wall  
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or  
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
20. Product and Cart Combination - Video and cart  
combination should be moved with care. Quick  
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may  
cause the video product and car combination to  
overturn.  
14. Conditions Requiring Service - Unplug this video  
product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to  
qualified service personnel under the following  
conditions.  
21. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects for  
any kind into this video product through openings as  
they may touch dangerous voltage points or  
“short-out” parts that could result in a fire or electric  
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video  
product.  
A. When the power supply cord or plug is  
damaged.  
B. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen  
into the video product.  
C. If the video product has been exposed to rain  
or water.  
22. Lightning - For added protection for this video  
product during a lightning storm, or when it is left  
unattended and unused for long periods of time,  
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the  
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage  
to the video product due to lightning and power line  
surges.  
D. If the video product does not operate normally  
by following the operating instructions. Adjust  
only those controls that are covered by the  
operating instructions. Improper adjustment of  
other controls may result in damage and will often  
require extensive work by a qualified technician  
to restore the video product to its normal  
operation.  
E. If the video product has been dropped or the  
cabinet has been damaged.  
F. When the video product exhibits a distinct  
change in performance. This indicates a need for  
service.  
15. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are  
required, have the service technician verify that the  
replacements used have the same safety  
characteristics as the original parts. Use of  
replacements specified by the video product  
manufacturercanpreventfire, electricshockorother  
hazards.  
16. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or  
repairs to this video product, ask the service  
technician to perform safety checks recommended  
by the manufacturer to determine that the video  
product is in safe operating condition.  
17. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The cameras provided  
with this system should be mounted to a wall or  
ceiling only as instructed in this guide, using the  
provided mounting brackets.  
18. Heat - The product should be situated away from  
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,  
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that  
produce heat.  
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General Precautions  
NOTE  
This equipment has been certified and found to comply with the limits regulated by FCC, EMC, and LVD. Therefore, it  
is designated to provide reasonable protection against interference and will not cause interference with other appliance  
usage.  
However, it is imperative that the user follows this manuals guidelines to avoid improper usage which may result in  
damage to the unit, electrical shock and fire hazard injury  
In order to improve the feature functions and quality of this product, the specifications are subject to change without  
notice from time to time.  
FCC CLASS B NOTICE  
Note:  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part  
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in  
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in-  
stalled and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does  
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception (which can be determined by turning the equipment on  
and off), the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected  
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for assistance  
General Precautions  
1. All warnings and instructions of this manual should be followed  
2. Remove the plug from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid aerosol detergents. Use a water dampened cloth  
for cleaning  
3. Do not use this unit in humid or wet places  
4. Keep enough space around the unit for ventilation. Slots and openings in the storage cabinet should not be blocked  
5. During lightning storms, or when the unit is not used for a long time, disconnect the power supply, antenna, and cables  
to protect the unit from electrical surge  
LOREX TECHNOLOGY INC.  
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Observation System Features  
Observation System Features  
• High Resolution 17" LCD Monitor with Network Interface for Remote Viewing over the internet*  
• Ultra Sharp image reproduction with High Contrast Ratio  
• Dual Quad Technology allows for viewing of up to 8 cameras  
• Wide Viewing Angle with On-screen viewing of date, time and camera title  
• Fast Response Time (prevents ghosting)  
• Slim Space Saving Design  
• Convenient cable channel for running wires  
• Flexible stand allows for height adjustment and vertical screen tilting  
• Convenient operation using remote control  
• 8 camera inputs (8 DIN, 8 BNC and Audio RCA)  
• Pixel-based Motion Detection  
• Multiple Viewing Modes (Full Screen, Sequencing, Quad & PIP)  
• Freeze-frame & digital Zoom  
• Universal power supply (100 - 240 VAC)  
* Broadband Internet connection and Router required for Remote viewing over the internet  
NOTE: To increase the life of the CRT and to help prevent BURN-IN on the monitor, it is strongly rec-  
ommended that the monitor be set to STANDBY MODE when not in use for observation. In STANDBY  
MODE, output to a connected recording system will continue  
Standard Camera Features  
• Color Night Vision** camera with listen-in audio  
• 1/4" advanced CCD image sensor  
• 12 IR LEDs provide illumination up to 15 ft. (4.5M)  
• Color video by day, automatically switches to B&W at night  
• Excellent low light sensitivity with built-in infrared LED  
• Profession Grade Weatherproof *** camera  
** Night Vision Range up to 15ft in ideal conditions  
*** IP44, Not intended for direct exposure to rain, snow or water  
NetViewer Software  
• View and Record from your PC - Connect your Observation System to your Network  
• Minimum System Requirements: Windows XP, Pentium 4 processor with 256MB RAM  
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Table of Contents  
Table of Contents  
Getting Started .......................................................................................... 8  
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Getting Started  
Getting Started  
The SG17L7584 system comes with the following components:  
17” Color 2 Page / 8 Channel Dual  
Quad LCD Monitor  
4 x 1/4” CCD Color IR Day/Night  
Cameras (with  
Removable Sunshade)  
4 x Camera  
Cables (57’ Length)  
Ethernet  
Cable  
Standard Power Cable  
Remote Control  
NetViewer  
Software  
CHECK YOUR PACKAGE TO CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE COMPLETE  
SYSTEM, INCLUDING ALL COMPONENTS SHOWN ABOVE.  
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SG17L7584 - Front - Primary Function Buttons  
SG17L7584 - Front - Primary Function Buttons  
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1. FN (FUNCTION) BUTTON - When this button is pressed, the LED below the button will turn  
ON indicating that secondary function of the front panel buttons can be activated.  
To de-activate the secondary function for the buttons (and reactivate the primary functions),  
press the button [FN] button again and the LED will turn off.  
2. CAMERA SELECT BUTTONS (CAM1/5 - CAM4/8) - Pressing a camera button will display  
video from the selected camera in the FULL SCREEN of the monitor.  
• To view live video from Camera 1, press the Cam 1 button.  
• To view live video from Cameras 2-4 in FULL SCREEN mode, press the CH2, CH3 or CH4  
buttons  
• To view live video from Cameras 5-8 in FULL SCREEN mode, press the FN BUTTON (the  
red LED below the FN button will be lit), and press the CH5 - CH8 Buttons.  
3. QUAD 1/2 BUTTON - Displays 4 channels in Quad Mode.  
• Press the [QUAD] button to display the CAM 1 - CAM 4 cameras in 4 equal Quadrants on  
the monitor.  
• Press the FN button (the red LED below the FN button will be lit), and Press the [QUAD]  
button to display the CAM 5 - CAM 8 cameras in 4 equal Quadrants on the monitor.  
To exit Quad mode (and return to Full Screen mode), press a CAMERA SELECT button.  
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SG17L7584 - Front - Primary Function Buttons  
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4. FRZ ALL BUTTON - The function of the FRZ ALL (Freeze All) button is to digitally freeze the  
image that is being displayed on the monitor. To freeze an image:  
• Press the [FRZ] button while viewing a FULL SCREEN single camera in live video. This will  
freeze the camera image being viewed.  
• Pressing the [FRZ] button while in Quad mode. This will freeze all four cameras displayed on  
the monitor. An "F" will appear in the On-Screen Display.  
• To return to live video, press the [FRZ] button again.  
5. MENU BUTTON - Press the [Menu] button to enter the menu option screen. For further details  
on MENU OPTIONS, please refer to Page 22  
6. NAVIGATION BUTTONS - The Navigation buttons are used under multiple circumstances:  
• In the Menu Mode, the Navigation buttons are used to scroll LEFT / UP / DOWN / RIGHT.  
When a menu option is selected, they are also used to scroll though the various options. The  
[OK] button in the center confirms selections in the Menu mode  
• In the Zoom Mode, the Navigation buttons are used to select the region to zoom in (LEFT  
/ UP / DOWN / RIGHT).  
• In thePTZ Mode, usetheNavigation buttonsto PAN sideways. Press OKto select whether  
to MOVE / ZOOM / FOCUS the PTZ Camera  
• Volume Control: In the live viewing mode, the LEFT / RIGHT navigation buttons are used  
to lower / raise the volume.  
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SG17L7584 - Front - Primary Function Buttons  
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7. ZOOM BUTTON - This monitor is equipped with 2 times digital ZOOM. To utilize this feature  
proceed as follows:  
• Set the monitor to full screen mode or Quad mode for the desired channel  
• Press the ZOOM button. ZOOM mode is now active  
• Use the Navigation Buttons [ ÇÈÅÆ ] keys to move the area being captured in 2x ZOOM  
MODE.  
• To exit ZOOM MODE, press the ZOOM button again.  
8. SEQ BUTTON - This function is used to Sequence between all camera locations in Full Screen  
modeinsequentialorder. ThelettersSEQ willappearintheon-screendisplayduringsequencing  
and QUAD MODE display.  
• To change Sequence settings through the MENU, refer to Page 24.  
• To exit Sequence Mode, Press the SEQ button again.  
9. VCR / DVR BUTTON - Changes the display from the Live Mode Camera inputs to the DVR/  
VCR Audio/Video playback and recording unit. To return to the normal viewing of the Camera  
inputs, press [VCR] button again.  
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SG17L7584 - Front - Primary Function Buttons  
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10. PIP POP BUTTON - Display a main camera image with secondary  
camera sub-images:  
• PIP (Picture In Picture) allows you to view three locations  
simultaneously, one being the main channel, the others being viewed  
as small images on the screen. To view detailed settings, see Main  
Menu Controls on Page 25.  
DUAL PIP  
• POP (Picture on Picture) divides the screen into 4 screens, with the  
mainchanneloccupyingtwo-thirdsofthescreen.Refertothediagrams  
adjacent that illustrates the difference between Dual PIP and POP.  
Press the PIP/POP button to switch between the two functions. To  
change these settings, See Main Menu Controls on Page 25.  
POP MODE  
11. AUDIO SEL BUTTON - In Quad Mode, the user can select the channel with audio. Pressing  
this button automatically changes the audio from camera to camera. An icon indicates which  
channel is currently receiving audio.  
12. MUTE BUTTON - This button mutes audio. Press this button again to turn the audio feature  
back ON.  
13. TALK BUTTON - Press and hold this button to talk to a specific camera location. This button  
must be pressed the entire time, while talking. To listen to the camera location, release the Talk  
button.  
NOTE: The supplied cameras DO NOT support this function. The supplied cameras support  
LISTEN IN AUDIO only.  
14. STANDBY BUTTON - This switch will turn the screen ON/OFF. A red LED indicator light is  
ON when the monitor is in Standby mode. Press the button to turn the screen ON. Allow for 5-7  
seconds for the picture to appear.  
NOTE: To provide longer life to the CRT monitor, press the Standby switch when the system is  
not in use (turns off the screen). The system will continue to record images to the DVR/VCR.  
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SG17L7584 - Front - Secondary Function Buttons  
SG17L7584 - Front - Secondary Function Buttons  
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15. ALRS (ALARM RESET) BUTTON - To reset an alarm when it is active, press the [FN] button  
to activate the secondary functions (note that the LED below the button will turn on), and press  
the ALRS button. The alarm will be reset.  
16. PAN / TILT BUTTON - Press the [FN] button to activate the secondary functions followed by  
the [PT Mode] button to activate the Pan/Tilt functions for Channel 1.  
NOTE: Accessory PTZ Camera model SG7380 is required to operate this feature.  
17. IR RECEIVER - Infrared receiver for optional Remote Control  
18. MIC - Enable TWO-WAY AUDIO with select LOREX cameras  
19. MAIN BUTTON - Pressing the Main button while in the PIP, Dual PIP or POP mode will change  
the camera input of the main screen being displayed.  
20. SUB 1 BUTTON - Press the FN button to activate the secondary function, then press the SUB  
1 button. This button is used to select the camera that is displayed in the 1st PIP window.  
21. SUB 2 BUTTON - Press the FN button to activate the secondary function, then press the SUB  
2button. When the Dual PIP mode is selected, this button is used to change the camera that is  
displayed in the 2nd PIP window.  
22. P-SEQ BUTTON (PIP SEQUENCE) - This button is used to sequence the small image or main  
image in PIP mode, Press the [FN] button while in PIP mode or POP mode, this function will be  
active. To exit PIP sequencing, press this button again.  
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SG17L7584 - Back  
SG17L7584 - Back  
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1. RCA AUDIO INPUTS - Channel 1-8 Audio inputs (for non-DIN type cameras with standard RCA  
Audio output).  
2. BNC VIDEO INPUTS - Channel 1-8 camera inputs (used to connect Cameras with BNC  
connection type), or can be used for Looping Video Output to a DVR  
NOTE: When DIN type cameras are connected on a channel, the BNC CONNECORS serve  
as LOOPING VIDEO OUTPUTS, and will send video to another device (such as a DVR or  
SLAVE MONITOR).  
3. 6 PIN DIN CAMERA INPUTS - Channel 1-8 Camera inputs (for cameras with 6 pin DIN  
connection). Camerascanbe connectedusing either6 PIN DIN orBNC (Video) and RCA (Audio)  
terminals.  
4. ALARM FUNCTION TERMINALS (INPUT/OUTPUT) - These terminals are used to connect  
external alarm devices such as a motion sensor, door/alarm sensor, or time lapse VCR for Alarm  
Recording.  
5. DVR / VCR AUDIO AND VIDEO IN - Use with A/V cables (not supplied) to receive audio and  
video from an external source (DVR/VCR)  
6. DVR / VCR AUDIO AND VIDEO OUT - Use the A/V cables (not supplied) to send audio and  
video from the monitor to a DVR/VCR  
7. SLAVE A/V OUT - Audio/Video Output signal for transmitting to a slave Monitor or VCR  
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SG17L7584 - Back  
SG17L7584 - Back  
Additional controls can be accessed by tilting the monitor forward.  
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1. AC INPUT - Connect the AC power (using the power cord provided with the unit) from the monitor  
to an electrical outlet  
2. POWER SWITCH - This button controls power to the entire unit. Depress the side with the ‘I"  
to turn power ON. Depress the other side to turn the unit OFF  
3. ETHERNET PORT - Connects the monitor to a router for connection to the internet. Refer to  
the Netviewer Instructions on Page 33 for Remote Connection.  
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Remote Control  
Remote Control  
Listed below is a quick reference for the Remote Control. For details on specific features, refer to  
the SG17L7584 - Primary / Secondary Buttons on Pages 10-14.  
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Installing Cameras  
Installing Cameras  
The SG17L7584 Observation System includes 4 - 1/4” CCD Color IR Day/Night Indoor/Outdoor  
Cameras*  
INFRA-RED LEDs -  
Provides illumination for low  
light conditions  
INPUT CABLE (BACK) -  
Delivers Video / Audio /  
Power from the Observation  
System to the Camera  
CAMERA LENS -  
Delivers CCD Color image  
to the Observation System  
using a 6mm lens  
BRACKET -  
Metal bracket connects to  
the Camera for mounting to  
walls, ceilings and other  
surfaces  
MICROPHONE -  
Picks up sound near the  
camera and transmits to the  
Observation System  
* Picture changes from Color to B&W under low light conditions.  
Mounting Bracket Installation  
1. Attach the pedestal to the ceiling, wall or  
other surface by the base using the  
provided screws.  
2. The mounting bracket must be attached to  
a structural device such as a wall stud or  
ceiling rafter using the supplied screws.  
3. Attach the camera to the pedestal  
Adjust the angle of the camera, and tighten  
the thumbscrew to set the position  
Installation Warnings:  
• Install the camera away from direct sunlight.  
• Avoid places where humidity is high, or where the camera cannot  
adequately be protected from the rain or other elements.  
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Connecting Cameras  
Connecting Cameras  
The SG17L7584 Observation System includes 4 x 1/4” Color CCD DIN Cameras. Additional  
cameras can be added to the 4 additional camera inputs using the DIN or BNC ports.  
DIN Connected Cameras  
4 x 1/4” COLOR CCD DIN cameras are  
OBSERVATION SYSTEM  
included with the Observation System.  
These cameras have a single cable, and  
receive power directly from the  
Observation System. The DIN ports are  
located on to the bottom row of inputs,  
and are labeled as CH1 - CH8  
To Connect the Cameras to the Moni-  
tor:  
1. Connect the female end of the supplied  
57’ extension’ cable to the camera  
2. Connect the male end of the supplied  
57’ extension cable to an open DIN  
channel on the back of the Observation  
System  
Continue connecting additional DIN  
cameras.  
BNC Connected Cameras  
BNC connected cameras are not  
included with the Observation System,  
however can be ordered online at  
Power  
BNC Cameras have several cables and  
receive power from a wall outlet  
1. Connect the Video cable to an open  
BNC Video Port (middle row of ports)  
on the back of the Observation System  
labeled CH1 - CH8  
DIN Connected  
BNC Connected  
2. Connect the Audio cable to correspond  
to the Audio port (top row of ports) on  
the back of the Observation System  
matching the port connected in step 1  
Camera  
(4 x 1/4” CCD  
Included)  
Camera  
(Optional)  
3. Connect the AC power and camera ,  
and connect the AC Adapter to an  
electrical outlet  
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Monitor Features  
Monitor Features  
The SG17L7584 Observation System has adjustable tilt and height positioning.  
The height can be adjusted using the thumbscrews at the base.  
• Loosen the thumbscrews (located on the lower left and right  
sides of the base)  
• Adjust the Monitor to the desired height  
• Tighten the screw to hold the Monitor positioning  
Thumbscrews  
The Monitor can be tilted at a 45° angle (where the base  
meets the monitor). Tilting the Monitor gives easy access  
to the additional connection ports (Power and Ethernet  
Connection).  
Monitor Tilting  
Point  
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Cable Channel  
Cable Channel  
The SG17L7584 Observation System comes with a built in cable channel to easily organize and  
conceal wiring.  
1. Remove the Cable Channel Cover.  
2. Connect the Power Cable, Cameras, Ethernet Cable and any Alarm Devices to the System by  
running the cables through the hole in the stand before connecting to the Observation System.  
3. Once all cables have been connected to the System, replace the Cable Channel cover.  
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Main Menu Control  
Main Menu Control  
Enter the MENU screen by pressing the MENU button. Scroll through the 9 options by pressing  
the UP and DOWN buttons. To enter a sub-menu, navigate to the option and press the OK  
button. To exit a SUBMENU, select the RETURN option (and press the OK button) which takes  
you back to the MAIN MENU. To exit the MAIN MENU, select the EXIT option from the  
sub-menu (and press the OK button).  
Outlined below are the buttons used to access menu settings:  
KL : Scroll up and down within a menu option  
OK : Press this button to select and change the values in a menu option  
MENU : Complete modifications of a menu option; exit a menu  
NOTE:  
After 60 seconds of inactivity in the Menu mode, the system will go back to the previously  
displayed live camera screen  
TIME/DATE Set the Date and Time display  
SEQUENCE Camera sequence setup  
[MAIN MENU CONTROL]  
PIP/POP  
TITLE  
Picture In Picture / Picture On Picture Setup  
Change Camera descriptions  
Alarm setup options  
01. TIME/DATE SET  
02. SEQUENCE SET  
03. PIP/POP SET  
04. TITLE SET  
05. ALARM SET  
06. MOTION SET  
07. SYSTEM SET  
08. MONITOR SET  
09. EXIT  
ALARM  
MOTION  
SYSTEM  
MONITOR  
EXIT  
Setup of Motion Detection  
Observation System preference setup  
Adjust Monitor picture display settings  
Exit to Camera view  
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Time / Date Set  
Time / Date Set  
This submenu allows you to change the TIME and DATE displayed on the monitor (On Screen  
Display), and recorded through an optional DVR / VCR.  
1. DISP MON - Display the DATE / TIME on the  
monitor screen. Available options include Y and N.  
To set this feature, navigate by pressing the K and  
L buttons to highlight, and press the OK button to  
[TIME/DATE SET]  
switch between Y and N.  
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2. DISP REC - Display the DATE / TIME on the DVR  
recording. Available options include Y and N. To  
set this feature, navigate by pressing the K and L  
buttons to highlight, and press the OK button to  
switch between Y and N.  
DISP MON  
DISP REC  
TIME  
[Y]  
[Y]  
10:45:08  
01/01/2006  
MM/DD/YYYY  
[ ]  
DATE  
DATE FORMAT  
RETURN  
EXIT  
3. TIME - Change the display TIME. To set this  
feature, navigate by pressing the K and L buttons  
to highlight, and press the OK button to select.  
Navigate between the HH/MM/SS columns using  
the I and J buttons, and use the K and L buttons  
to change. Press the OK button to complete the  
change.  
[ ]  
4. DATE - Change the display DATE. To set this  
feature, navigate by pressing the K and L buttons  
to highlight, and press the OK button to select.  
Navigate between the MM/DD/YYYY columns  
using the I and J buttons, and use the K and L  
buttons to change. Press the OK button to accept  
the change.  
5. DATE FORMAT - Change the way the DATE is  
displayed. To set this feature, navigate by pressing  
the K and L buttons to highlight, and press the OK  
button to scroll through the available options: MM/  
DD/YYYY, YYYY/MM/DD and DD/MM/YYYY  
6. RETURN - Return to the MAIN MENU. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
7. EXIT - Return to the camera view. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
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Sequence Set  
Sequence Set  
This submenu allows you to change the length of time a camera is displayed while the  
SEQUENCE (SEQ) feature is enabled. When in SEQUENCE mode, the observation monitor cy-  
cles through available cameras in the sequence shown below.  
NOTE: If a camera is set to 0 SEC, it will be skipped  
in the AUTO SEQUENCING. Any channel without  
an attached camera will be skipped automatically.  
1. QUAD-A - Shows cameras 1 - 4 in QUAD screen  
mode. To change the length of display time, press  
the K and L buttons to highlight, and press the OK  
button to select the function. Press the K and L  
buttons to change the number of display seconds,  
and press the OK button to accept the change  
[SEQUENCE SET]  
QUAD-A  
CH1  
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:
:
:
03 SEC  
03 SEC  
03 SEC  
03 SEC  
03 SEC  
03 SEC  
03 SEC  
03 SEC  
03 SEC  
03 SEC  
[ ]  
2. CH1 - CH4 - Shows cameras 1 - 4 in FULL  
SCREEN screen mode. To change the length of  
displaytime, presstheK andL buttonstohighlight,  
and press the OK button to select the function.  
Press the K and L buttons to change the number  
of display seconds, and press the OK button to  
accept the change  
CH2  
CH3  
CH4  
QUAD-B  
CH5  
CH6  
CH7  
CH8  
3. QUAD-B - Shows cameras 1 - 4 in QUAD screen  
mode. To change the length of display time, press  
the K and L buttons to highlight, and press the OK  
button to select the function. Press the K and L  
buttons to change the number of display seconds,  
and press the OK button to accept the change  
RETURN  
EXIT  
[ ]  
4. CH5 - CH8 - Shows cameras 1 - 4 in FULL  
SCREEN screen mode. To change the length of  
displaytime, presstheK andL buttonstohighlight,  
and press the OK button to select the function.  
Press the K and L buttons to change the number  
of display seconds, and press the OK button to  
accept the change  
5. RETURN - Return to the MAIN MENU. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
6. EXIT - Return to the camera view. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
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PIP/POP Set  
PIP/POP Set  
This submenu allows you to change the settings for PIP (Picture IN Picture) and POP (Picture ON  
Picture). PIP displays small viewing screen(s) superimposed onto the larger main viewing screen,.  
POP displays small viewing screen(s) along the top or bottom of the larger main viewing screen.  
1. PIP SEQUENCE - Switch between SUB and MAIN  
views. Navigate by pressing the K and L buttons  
to highlight, and press the OK button to change  
[PIP/POP SET]  
the PIP sequence mode  
2. PIP POSITION - Changes the location of the PIP  
(Picture In Picture) images. Navigate by pressing  
the K and L buttons to highlight, and press the OK  
button to switch between PIP views:  
PIP SEQUENCE  
:
:
:
:
:
[SUB]  
[00]  
[01]  
[ ]  
[ ]  
PIP POSITION  
POP POSITION  
RETURN  
EXIT  
[00]  
[01]  
[02]  
[03]  
3. POP POSITION - Changes the location of the POP  
(Picture On Picture) images. Navigate by pressing  
the K and L buttons to highlight, and press the OK  
button to switch between POP views:  
[00]  
[01]  
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Title Set  
4. RETURN - Return to the MAIN MENU. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
[PIP/POP SET]  
5. EXIT - Return to the camera view. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
PIP SEQUENCE  
:
:
:
:
:
[SUB]  
PIP POSITION  
POP POSITION  
RETURN  
[00]  
[01]  
[]  
EXIT  
[]  
Title Set  
This submenu allows you to change the displayed description of the camera (8 character max.).  
This is useful for identifying camera locations (i.e. “FRNT DR” (Front Door), “DOCK 1” (Loading  
Dock #1), etc.) Available characters include A-Z, 0-9, and space.  
1. DISPLAY - Sets the camera TITLE display on the  
monitor. Navigate by pressing the K and L buttons  
to highlight, and press the OK button to change  
between Y and N. Selecting Y will display each  
[TITLE SET]  
camera title, while selecting N will remove the  
description from the ON SCREEN DISPLAY.  
DISPLAY  
CH1  
CH2  
CH3  
CH4  
CH5  
CH6  
CH7  
CH8  
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[Y]  
2. CH1 - CH8 - Set the TITLE for individual cameras.  
To set the camera TITLE, navigate by pressing the  
K and L buttons to highlight, and press the OK  
button to select. Navigate by using the I and J  
buttons, and use the K and L buttons to select  
numbersandletters.PresstheOKbuttontoaccept  
the change. There is a limit of 8 characters.  
[C1]  
[C2]  
[C3]  
[C4]  
[C5]  
[C6]  
[C7]  
[C8]  
[ ]  
[ ]  
3. RETURN - Return to the MAIN MENU. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
RETURN  
EXIT  
4. EXIT - Return to the camera view. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
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Alarm Set  
Alarm Set  
This submenu allows you to configure the ALARM alert type and duration.This alarm type is used  
in conjunction with external alarm input terminals. PIR cameras are offered by LOREX, but are not  
included with this system.  
1. ALARM - Configures the ALARM type for an alarm  
event. Navigate by pressing the K and L buttons  
to highlight, and press the OK button to switch  
between DISPLAY modes:  
[ALARM SET]  
OFF - Alarm function is turned OFF  
OSD (On Screen Display) - When the alarm  
occurs, the OSD displays [AL] in the  
corresponding screen location.  
ALARM  
CH1  
CH2  
CH3  
CH4  
CH5  
CH6  
CH7  
CH8  
: [OFF]  
: 10 SEC [N/O]  
: 10 SEC [N/O]  
: 10 SEC [N/O]  
: 10 SEC [N/O]  
: 10 SEC [N/O]  
: 10 SEC [N/O]  
: 10 SEC [N/O]  
: 10 SEC [N/O]  
: [ ]  
OSD + BUZZER - When an Alarm occurs, the  
OSD [AL] appears on the corresponding  
screen location, and a Buzzer will sound for the  
set alarm period.  
2. CH1 - CH8 - Set the alarm mode for cameras 1  
through 8.  
RETURN  
EXIT  
• Change the Alarm Interval - Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight the  
number of seconds, and press the OK button  
to select. Use the K and L buttons to change  
the number of seconds for alarm display, and  
press the OK button to accept the change.  
: [ ]  
PresstheIandJbuttonstohighlightthealarm  
type OK button to change between alarm  
modes. Alarm Modes include OFF (no alarm),  
N/O (Normally Open) and N/C (Normally  
Closed). Press OK to accept the change.  
NOTE: This N/O N/C Setting is for the external  
alarm input terminal ONLY, and will not affect the  
PIR cameras offered by Lorex.  
3. RETURN - Return to the MAIN MENU. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
4. EXIT - Return to the camera view. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
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Motion Set  
Motion Set  
This submenu allows you to change the configurations for MOTION detection, using the monitors  
built-in Pixel Based Motion Detection.  
1. MOTION - Sets the motion detection alarm mode.  
Navigate by pressing the K and L buttons to  
highlight, and press the OK button to switch  
[MOTION SET]  
between MOTION alarm modes:  
OFF - Motion Detection is disabled  
MOTION  
CHANNEL  
SENSITIVITY  
AREA  
RETURN  
EXIT  
:
:
:
:
:
:
[OFF]  
[CH1/5]  
[02]  
[00]  
[ ]  
[ ]  
OSD(OnScreenDisplay)-Visualalertonly[MD]  
OSD + BUZZER - Both Visual and Audible alerts  
2. CHANNEL - Configure the MOTION detect  
settingsforchannelsetsCH1/5, CH2/6, CH3/7and  
CH4/8. Navigate by pressing the K and L buttons  
to highlight, and press the OK button to select the  
channel to change. Once a channel has been  
selected the SENSITIVITY and AREA can be  
configured.  
3. SENSITIVITY - Configure the sensitivity of the  
MOTION detect. Navigate by pressing the K and  
L buttons to highlight, and press the OK button to  
settheSENSITIVITYmodefrom[00]to[05](where  
05 is the most sensitive setting). Press OK to  
accept the selection.  
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Motion Set  
4. AREA - Sets the area for motion detection.  
Navigate by pressing the K and L buttons to  
highlight, and press the OK button to set the  
MOTION detection area. Selections include:  
[MOTION SET]  
MOTION  
CHANNEL  
SENSITIVITY  
AREA  
RETURN  
EXIT  
:
:
:
:
:
:
[OFF]  
[CH1/5]  
[02]  
[00]  
[ ]  
[ ]  
[01]  
[03]  
[05]  
[02]  
[04]  
[00]  
(FULL  
SCREEN)  
5. RETURN - Return to the MAIN MENU. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
6. EXIT - Return to the camera view. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
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System Set  
System Set  
This submenu allows you to change the general preferences for the OBSERVATION SYSTEM.  
1. KEY BUZZER - Sets the audible BUZZER that can  
be heard when pressing any key to ON or OFF.  
Navigate by pressing the K and L buttons to  
[SYSTEM SET]  
highlight, and press the OK button to select Y or N.  
2. LOSS BUZZER - Sets the audible BUZZER ON/  
KEY BUZZER  
LOSS BUZZER  
QUAD LINE  
BLANK COLOR  
VCR OUT  
TITLE/TIME  
PAN/TILT(CH1)  
ALARM OUT  
DEFAULT SET  
RETURN  
:
:
:
:
:
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:
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:
:
[N]  
[N]  
[Y]  
[BLUE]  
[QUAD]  
[TL/TR]  
[N]  
[N/O]  
[N]  
OFF when a loss of channel signal is detected.  
Navigate by pressing the K and L buttons to  
highlight, and press the OK button to accept  
3. QUAD LINE - Enable / Disable the white dividing  
lines on the QUAD screen. Navigate by pressing  
the K and L buttons to highlight, and press the OK  
button to select Y or N  
4. BLANK COLOR - Changes the background color  
of the MENU screen. Navigate by pressing the K  
andL buttonstohighlight, andpressthe OKbutton  
to select BLUE, GREY or BLACK  
[ ]  
[ ]  
EXIT  
5. VCR OUT - Sets the VCR out mode. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select ACTUAL (outputs  
what is ON-SCREEN) or QUAD (outputs in QUAD  
mode).  
6. TITLE/TIME - Sets the on-screen location of the  
Camera TITLE and TIME. Navigate by pressing  
the K and L buttons to highlight, and press the OK  
button to select:  
TL/TR - Top Left / Top Right  
TL / BR - Top Left / Bottom Right  
BL/TR - Bottom Left / Top Right  
BL/BR - Bottom Left / Bottom Right  
TR/TL - Top Right / Top Left  
TR/BL - Top Right / Bottom Left  
BR/TL - Bottom Right / Top Left  
BR/BL - Bottom Right / Bottom Left  
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System Set  
7. PAN/TILT-AdjustthePan/Tilt of thecamera(PTZ  
cameras only). Select Y if a PTZ camera is  
connected.  
[SYSTEM SET]  
8. ALARM OUT - Set to N/O (Normally Open) or set  
KEY BUZZER  
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:
:
:
:
[N]  
[N]  
[Y]  
[BLUE]  
[QUAD]  
[TL/TR]  
[N]  
[N/O]  
[N]  
to N/C (Normally Closed).  
LOSS BUZZER  
QUAD LINE  
BLANK COLOR  
VCR OUT  
TITLE/TIME  
PAN/TILT(CH1)  
ALARM OUT  
DEFAULT SET  
RETURN  
9. DEFAULT SET - Set to Y to reset the unit to factory  
defaults upon exiting the menu  
10. RETURN - Return to the MAIN MENU. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
11. EXIT - Return to the camera view. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
[ ]  
[ ]  
EXIT  
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Monitor Set  
Monitor Set  
This submenu allows you to change the picture settings for the OBSERVATION SYSTEM  
MONITOR.  
1. CONTRAST - Adjust the image contrast. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
[MONITOR SET]  
press the OK button to select. Press the K and L  
buttons to change the CONTRAST (maximum of  
63). Press OK to accept the changes.  
CONTRAST  
BRIGHT  
COLOR  
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:
:
[31/63]  
[31/63]  
[31/63]  
[31/63]  
[05/11]  
[ ]  
2. BRIGHT - Adjust the image brightness. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select. Press the K and L  
buttons to change the BRIGHT (maximum of 63).  
Press OK to accept the changes  
TINT  
SHARPNESS  
RETURN  
EXIT  
[ ]  
3. COLOR - Adjust the image color. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select. Press the K and L  
buttons to change the COLOR (maximum of 63).  
Press OK to accept the changes  
4. TINT - Adjust the image contrast. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select. Press the K and L  
buttons to change the TINT (maximum of 63).  
Press OK to accept the changes  
5. SHARPNESS - Adjust the image sharpness.  
Navigate by pressing the K and L buttons to  
highlight, and press the OK button to select. Press  
the K and L buttons to change the SHARPNESS  
(maximum of 11). Press OK to accept the changes  
6. RETURN - Return to the MAIN MENU. Navigate  
by pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
7. EXIT - Return to the camera view. Navigate by  
pressing the K and L buttons to highlight, and  
press the OK button to select  
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NetViewer - Installation Requirements  
NetViewer - Installation Requirements  
The NetViewer software (included with the Observation System) has the following installation  
requirements.  
Minimum System Requirements:  
Operating System  
Windows 2000  
Windows XP Home Edition  
Windows XP Professional  
.Pentium 4 - 1.5 GHz Processor (or equivalent)  
256 MB RAM  
Processor  
Memory  
Hard Drive  
50 MB - Installation space required  
* Additional Hard Drive space required for recording.  
Recorded file size will vary depending on recording  
quality settings  
Recommended System Requirements:  
Operating System  
Windows XP Home Edition  
Windows XP Professional  
Processor  
Memory  
Pentium 4 / 3 GHz Processor (or equivalent)  
1024 MB RAM  
Hard Drive  
50 MB - Installation space required  
* Additional Hard Drive space required for recording.  
Recorded file size will vary depending on recording  
quality settings  
Please refer to the NetViewer Installation Guide included with your Observation System for  
further details.  
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Network Connectivity  
Network Connectivity  
The SG17L7584 Observation System can be remotely controlled using your existing network and  
the provided NetViewer software.  
1. ConnecttheObservationSystemto  
the Router using the supplied  
Ethernet Cable. Power the  
Observation unit on. You may need  
to tilt the monitor forward to access  
the Ethernet Port.  
OBSERVATION SYSTEM  
NOTE: The Observation System  
must be connected to the router  
prior to powering on the system.  
This allows the system to  
communicate on your network  
2. Set up a web account at http://  
Pages 35 - 36 for setup and  
configuration instructions.  
3. Install the NetViewer software on  
your PC. See Page 33 for  
installation requirements, and refer  
to the provided ‘NetViewer Guide’  
with your product for details on  
using the software.  
4. Find the IP address of your  
Observation using the Lorex IPEdit  
application. See Page 37 for details  
5. Enable PORT FORWARDING on  
your Router. Refer to the  
instructions on Page 38 for details.  
INTERNET  
ROUTER  
(Not Included)  
PC  
(Not Included)  
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Setting Up Your DDNS Account  
Setting Up Your DDNS Account  
Lorex offers a free DDNS server for use with your System. A DDNS account allows you to set up  
a web site address that points back to your Local Network. The following outlines how to set up  
your free DNS account.  
2. Select the Create Account option from the list on the left  
side of the screen.  
3. Complete the Account Information fields with your personal information  
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Setting Up Your DDNS Account  
4. Complete the System Information fields as follows:  
Product License: Select your product model from the Product  
License drop down menu  
<Product Code> - <MAC Address>: Locate the MAC address  
of your (recorded while loading the System)  
URL Request: Choose a URL for your DDNS connection (i.e.  
your name, your company or business name, or anything of  
your choice.)  
NOTE: The URL request must not exceed 8 CHARACTERS  
5. Click the Create New Account link at the bottom of the form to submit your request.  
6. Your Account information will be sent to you at the E-mail Address you used in Step 3.  
Service provider:  
Domain name:  
User name:  
dns1.strategicvista.net  
tomsmith.strategicvista.net  
tomsmith1  
Password:  
<leave this field blank>  
You will need this information for remote access to your System. Record YOUR information  
below:  
Service Provider: _____________________________________________  
Domain Name: _______________________________________________  
User Name: _________________________________________________  
Password: __________________________________________________  
NOTE: The information sent to you in E-mail is CASE SENSITIVE. It is important  
when setting up your DDNS information on your Observation System.  
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Using the Lorex IPEdit Application  
Using the Lorex IPEdit Application  
The Lorex IP Edit application allows you to find and change the details of your Lorex  
network device (i.e.. Observation System, DVR, or IP Camera).  
1. Connect the LAN output of the OBSERVATION SYSTEM to your router using the provided  
Ethernet cable.  
3. Double -click the application to run  
4. A list of all detected Lorex Network Devices will be shown. Click on the name of the device on  
the MONITOR LISTS section (left side) to populate the device data on the right side list  
5. The IP address can be changed from this screen.  
• Click on the IP address fields to change  
• Click on SUBMIT to update the system IP address  
Finding Your External IP Address  
You will need to have your External IP address to set up your DDNS account. One of the fastest  
ways to find this information is to use a 3rd Party website such as http://www.showmyip.com  
Your IP address can also be found within your Router settings. Refer to your router user guide for  
further details.  
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Router Port Forwarding  
Router Port Forwarding  
How do I enable Port Forwarding on my Router?  
You will need to enable port forwarding on your Router to allow for external communications with  
your Observation System.  
Computers, Observation Systems, and other devices inside your network can only communicate  
directly with each other within the internal network. Computers and systems outside your network  
cannot directly communicate with these devices. When a system on the internal network needs  
to send or receive information from a system outside the network (i.e.. from the Internet), the  
information is sent to the Router.  
NETWORK EXAMPLE  
Router  
External IP  
216.13.154.34  
Router  
Internal IP  
192.168.0.1  
Computer  
Internal IP  
192.168.0.2  
Observation  
System  
Internal IP  
192.168.0.3  
Internet  
Internal Network  
When a computer on the Internet needs to send data to your internal network, it sends this data  
to the external IP address of the Router. The Router then needs to decide where this data is to  
be sent to. This is where setting up Port Forwarding becomes important.  
Port Forwarding tells the router which device on the internal network to send the data to. When  
you set up port forwarding on your Router, it takes the data from the external IP address:port  
number and sends that data to an internal IP address:port number (i.e Router External IP  
216.13.154.34:5000 to Observation System Internal IP 192.168.0.3:5000).  
The instructions found online in the Router Configuration Guide will assist you in the port  
forwarding configurations for a selection of different router models.  
Visit our Consumer Guides Support website at http://www.lorexcctv.com for more details  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
When a malfunction occurs, it may not be serious and can be corrected easily. The following  
describes the most common problems and solutions. Please refer to the following before calling  
your Observation System dealer  
Problem:  
Observation System Unit is not receiving power, or is not powering up  
Check:  
• Confirm that all cables are connected correctly  
ConfirmthattheON/OFF(I/O)switchontherearoftheunit(besidethepowercableconnection)  
is ON (in the I position)  
• Confirm that there is power at the outlet:  
z
Connecting the power cable to another outlet  
z
Test the outlet with another plugged device (such as an electric calculator or  
phone charger)  
• If the unit is connected through a power bar or surge protector, try bypassing the bar and  
connecting the power directly to the wall outlet  
Problem:  
Observation System is not responding when any of the buttons are pushed or does not come out  
of STANDBY MODE  
Check:  
• Turn the master power switch OFF using the (I/O) switch on the rear of the unit (beside the  
power cable connection):  
z
Press the (I/O) switch to the OFF position (O)  
z
Wait for 1 minute - all LED light indicators on the front of the unit will be off  
Press the (I/O) switch to the ON position (I)  
z
The unit will make an audible alert when powered back on  
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Troubleshooting  
Problem:  
The image on the Observation System is too dark or too bright  
Check:  
• Adjust the CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS of the unit (Refer to the Menu section)  
Problem:  
The image on the Observation System appears, but does not have sound  
Check:  
• Check the VOLUME  
• Check the CAMERA connection to the Observation System  
• Confirm that the Camera has sound capabilities (Refer to the manual for the camera model  
for further information on the Camera functionality)  
Problem:  
The picture on the Observation System is poor, shrinks or flickers  
Check:  
• Check the camera video cable and connections  
• Disconnect and reconnect the cable at the Observation System and at the Camera  
• Clean the camera lens  
• Adjust the CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS settings in the Menu (Page 32)  
• Check that the Camera is not in direct sunlight  
Problem:  
There is no picture appearing on a Channel / Camera is not displaying  
Check:  
• Check the camera video cable and connections  
• Disconnect and reconnect the cable at the Observation System and at the Camera  
• Try moving the camera to another channel or use another cable  
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Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1  
Observation System Specifications - Appendix #1  
Display  
17” TFT LCD  
1280 H x 1024 V  
RGB Vertical Strip  
0.264 x 0.264  
Pixels (H x V)  
Pixel Arrangement  
Pixel Pitch  
White Luminance  
Contrast Ratio  
Camera Capable  
Quad Speed  
260 cd/m² (typical)  
450:1 (typical)  
Up to 8 Cameras  
30 fps  
Camera Input  
Any combination of 8 DIN / 8 BNC Cameras  
(up to 8 camera total)  
Alarm Inputs / Outputs  
Input Signal  
8 / 2  
1 Vp-p @ 75  
Power Source  
Multi Voltage 100~240 VAC 50/60 Hz  
45 Watts  
Power Consumption  
Operating Temperature  
32° F ~ 104° F  
0° C ~ 25° C  
Color  
Metallic Grey  
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Camera Specifications - Appendix #2  
Camera Specifications - Appendix #2  
Image Device  
1/4" Interline transfer type color CCD  
512 H x 492 V (252k PIXELS)  
Effective Pixels  
Scanning System  
Resolution  
525 Lines 2:1 Interlace  
Horizontal 350 TV lines  
1/60 ~ 1/10,000 sec.  
Shutter Speed  
S/N Ratio  
More than 48dB (AGC off)  
Internal  
Sync. System  
Min. Illumination  
White Balance  
Video Output  
1.0 Lux (without LED) / 0.1 Lux (with LED)  
AWB  
VBS 1.0 Vp-p (75 ohms load)  
Fixed Lens (6mm)  
Lens  
Power Supply  
Power Consumption  
Operating Temp  
Weather Proof Rating  
Operating Humidity  
DC12V 10% (from the monitor)  
100mA (without LED) / 180mA (with LED)  
14°F - 113°F ( -10°C - +45°C)  
IP44  
90% RH max.  
As our products are subject to continuous improvement, LOREX Technology Inc. and its  
subsidiaries reserve the right to modify product design, specifications and prices, without notice  
and without incurring any obligation.  
E&OE  
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Connecting to a Single Channel DVR / VCR - Appendix #3  
Connecting to a Single Channel DVR / VCR - Appendix #3  
The SG17L7584 Observation System can be used with a Single Channel DVR or VCR unit (not  
included)  
1. Connect the Video cable from the  
VIDEO OUT port on the  
Observation System to the VIDEO  
IN port on the DVR or VCR Unit  
OBSERVATION SYSTEM  
2. Connect the AUDIO cable from the  
AUDIO OUT port on the  
Observation System to the AUDIO  
IN port on the DVR or VCR unit (if  
available)  
DVR NOTE:  
When recording to a Digital Video Re-  
corder, the DVR may indicate a Video  
Loss as the monitor sequences be-  
tween channels. This Video Loss oc-  
curs because the monitor’s switching  
function is analogue, whereas the  
DVR is a digital product. Therefore a  
synchronization problem will result.  
The solution to this problem is to ad-  
just the Video Loss alarm sensitivity  
setting to 3 frames on your DVR unit,  
or simply disable the video loss func-  
tion on your DVR. Please refer to the  
manual for your specific model of  
DVR for further information.  
VCR NOTE:  
Ensure the Standard VCR channel is  
set to A/V Mode in order to ensure re-  
ception. Consult the manual for your  
specific VCR for setting the A/V set-  
tings.  
SINGLE CHANNEL DVR OR VCR  
(Not Included)  
NOTE: VCR OUT ports are used for  
connecting recording devices (such  
as a DVR). SLAVE OUT ports are  
used for connecting display devices  
(such as a Slave Monitor)  
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Connecting to a Multi-Channel DVR - Appendix #4  
Connecting to a Multi-Channel DVR - Appendix #4  
The SG17L7584 Observation System can be used with a Multi-Channel DVR (not included). A  
Multi-Channel DVR enables you to record multiple video streams with a single device  
NOTE: The CH1 - CH8 BNC Video in-  
puts serve as Looping Video Outputs  
by individual channels when a DIN  
camera is connected to the associat-  
ed channel.  
OBSERVATION SYSTEM  
1. Attach the BNC to RCA  
(Male  
to  
Female)  
adapters on the BNC  
CH1-CH8 found on the  
Observation System.  
RCAtoBNC  
Adaptor  
2. Attach the BNC to RCA  
(Male  
to  
Female)  
Adapters on the BNC  
CH1-CH8 found on the  
DVR  
3. Connect the standard RCA cables  
from the Observation System to the  
DVR.  
4. Connect the Audio Cables from the  
Observation System CH1-CH8 to  
the DVR CH1-CH8  
5. Connect cables from the DVR  
Video / Audio Out to the VCR IN  
(Video and Audio) on the  
Observation System  
To switch from viewing the  
Observation System to viewing the  
DVR, press the VCR button on the  
front panel of the Observation  
System.  
DVR UNIT  
(Not Included)  
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Connecting a Slave Monitor - Appendix #5  
Connecting a Slave Monitor - Appendix #5  
Connections to a Slave Monitor (not included) can be made through the SLAVE OUT ports on  
the back of the Observation System  
A Slave Monitor is used as a View  
Only device. A Slave Monitor can  
only display camera data as it is  
shown on-screen on the Observation  
System.  
OBSERVATION SYSTEM  
Specific controls for the Observation  
System are configured through the  
Menu Options  
1. Connect the SLAVE VIDEO OUT  
port on the back of the Observation  
System to the VIDEO IN port on the  
back of the Slave Monitor  
2. Connect the SLAVE AUDIO OUT  
port on the back of the Observation  
System to the AUDIO IN port on the  
back of the Slave Monitor  
SLAVE MONITOR  
(Not Included)  
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Connecting Motion / Alarm Device - Appendix #6  
Connecting Motion / Alarm Device - Appendix #6  
Motion detection and Alarm controls are enabled through the Menu system on the Observation  
Door/Window Sensors).  
A motion detection or sensor unit can  
be used to send a signal to the  
Observation System to begin camera  
viewing on the matching Video  
Channel (when enabled in the  
MENU/ALARM SET MODE)  
OBSERVATION SYSTEM  
• Example: A Window sensor unit  
has been installed on Alarm  
Block port #4. When this sensor  
is activated, the camera on DIN  
or BNC VIDEO port #4 will  
become active (if enabled in the  
MENU on the Observation  
System)  
For the corresponding Menu Pro-  
gramming, refer to Page 26.  
Installing a Sensor  
1. Connect the GROUND Cable to the  
GND port on the Alarm Block on the  
Observation System  
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2. Connect the SIGNAL Cable to a  
numbered port (1-8)  
SENSOR  
(Not Included)  
To start ALARM RECORDING on a  
DVR unit, refer to the manual for  
your specific DVR product.  
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Full Connectivity Diagram - Appendix #7  
Full Connectivity Diagram - Appendix #7  
The following diagram outlines a general set of connections available with the SG17L7584  
Observation System.  
OBSERVATION SYSTEM  
SENSOR  
PC  
(Not Included) (Not Included)  
ROUTER  
(Not Included)  
4 x 1/4” CCD CAMERAS  
(Included)  
SLAVE MONITOR  
(Not Included)  
DVR UNIT  
(Not Included)  
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Optional Accessories  
Optional Accessories  
The following accessories are available to add to your existing system  
Extends the length  
between the CAMERA  
and MONITOR.  
Available in 65’, 100’ and  
250’ lengths  
Accessory DVR units - Record  
and Replay from your  
Connects 4 video outputs  
of a multi-channel CCTV  
MONITOR to a 4 Channel  
DVR  
Observation System  
CAMERAS  
ACCESSORIES  
HOUSING  
Accessory PIR motion  
sensor  
Night Vision Accessory  
with 68 LED  
illuminators for viewing in  
total darkness  
Protects the  
CAMERA from direct  
sunlight (which pre-  
vents over-  
observation  
system camera  
exposing the image)  
TO ORDER THESE ACCESSORY ITESMS OR FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF AVAILABLE  
PRODUCTS, PLEASE VISIT US ON THE WEB AT:  
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Specification Sheets  
Software Upgrades  
Firmware Upgrades  
User Manuals  
Quick Start Guides  
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