Lorex N881A38B Series 4K Ultra HD NVR User Manual

1. Introduzione

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. Informazioni sulla sicurezza

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.
• Assicurare una ventilazione adeguata attorno all'NVR per evitare il surriscaldamento.
• Non esporre l'NVR all'acqua o all'umidità.
• Evitare di posizionare l'NVR alla luce diretta del sole o vicino a fonti di calore.
• Non aprire l'NVR casing; affidare ogni intervento di manutenzione a personale qualificato.
• Keep the NVR and its components away from children.

3. Contenuto della confezione

Verifica che tutti gli articoli elencati di seguito siano inclusi nel tuo pacchetto:

• Lorex N881A38B Series NVR (with 2x 4TB Preinstalled HDDs)
• Adattatore di alimentazione CA.
• Mouse USB
• Cavo Ethernet
• Cavo HDMI
• Guida rapida (non inclusa in questo manuale digitale)
• 16-Channel PoE Switch

4. Prodotto finitoview

4.1 Pannello frontale NVR

Immagine: Frontale 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:

• Pulsante di accensione: Used to power on/off the NVR.
• Indicatori di stato: LEDs indicating power, HDD activity, and network status.
• Pulsanti di navigazione: For menu navigation and camera selection.
• Porta USB: For connecting a USB mouse or for data backup.

4.2 Pannello posteriore dell'NVR

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

The rear panel houses all necessary connection ports:

• Potenza in ingresso: Si collega all'adattatore di alimentazione CA.
• Porte PoE (1-16): Power over Ethernet ports for direct camera connection.
• Uscita VGA: Per il collegamento a un monitor.
• Uscita HDMI: For connecting to a 4K monitor or TV.
• Porte USB: Per collegare un mouse USB o un dispositivo di archiviazione esterno.
• Porta Ethernet: Per la connessione di rete a un router.
• Ingresso/uscita audio: Per collegare dispositivi audio esterni.
• RS232: Serial port for advanced control.

4.3 16-Channel PoE Switch

Immagine: Frontale view of the 16-port PoE switch, showing 16 PoE ports and uplink ports.

Immagine: Posteriore 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. Impostazione

5.1 Installazione fisica

1. Collegare un monitor: Connect the NVR to a monitor using the supplied HDMI cable for 4K resolution or a VGA cable for lower resolutions.
2. Connect a Mouse: Plug the USB mouse into one of the NVR's USB ports (front or rear).
3. Connessione di rete: Connect the NVR's Ethernet port to your router using the supplied Ethernet cable.
4. Accensione 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. Collegare le telecamere all'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 Configurazione iniziale

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

1. Selezione della lingua: Scegli la tua lingua preferita.
2. Creazione password: Crea una password complessa per l'account amministratore.
3. Impostazioni di rete: Configurare le impostazioni di rete (DHCP è solitamente sufficiente per la maggior parte delle reti domestiche).
4. Ora e data: Imposta il fuso orario, la data e l'ora corretti.
5. Inizializzazione del disco rigido: The NVR will detect and initialize the preinstalled hard drives.
6. Rilevamento della fotocamera: 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. Funzionamento

6.1 Vivere View

Dopo la configurazione iniziale, l'NVR visualizzerà il live 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 Registrazione

L'NVR supporta diverse modalità di registrazione:

• Registrazione continua: Registrazioni 24 ore su 24, 7 giorni su 7.
• Registrazione di rilevamento del movimento: Registra solo quando viene rilevato un movimento.
• Registrazione programmata: Records based on a predefined schedule.

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

6.3 Riproduzione e ricerca

per riview registrato footage:

1. Accedere al menu "Riproduzione" dall'interfaccia principale dell'NVR.
2. Selezionare la/le telecamera/e desiderata/e e l'intervallo di data/ora.
3. Utilizza la cronologia per navigare tra le registrazioni.

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. Una volta connesso, puoi view live feeds, play back recordings, and receive push notifications on your mobile device.

6.5 Funzionalità 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. Manutenzione

7.1 Gestione del disco rigido

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 Aggiornamenti firmware

Periodically check the Lorex 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 Pulizia

To maintain the NVR's performance and appearance:

• Utilizzare un panno morbido e asciutto per pulire la parte esterna dell'NVR.
• Non utilizzare detergenti liquidi o spray aerosol.
• Assicurarsi che le aperture di ventilazione siano libere da polvere e ostruzioni.

8. Risoluzione Dei Problemi

9. Specifiche

10. Garanzia e supporto

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 websito.

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

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