Your LNR Series NVR system supports audio recording with audio-capable cameras (not included). Audio-capable cameras have either a built-in microphone or a camera with audio input cables that can be connected to an external microphone. Depending on your camera model you can either use Listen-In audio to be alerted to sounds occurring around your camera or you can also use 2-Way Audio to speak and listen to those around your camera with an external speaker (not included).
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Prerequisites:
- Ensure that your camera is audio-capable. Check your camera user manual for details. Click here for downloads and documentation for your product.
- Ensure that you have connected your cameras to your Router and the same Local Area Network (LAN) as your NVR. Click here for information on how to connect your IP Camera to your NVR.
LIMITATION: The MIC IN / OUT ports on the rear panel of the system cannot be used for audio recording. They are used for service only.
IMPORTANT: Using surveillance audio can be restricted or regulated depending on your location. Always verify with local authorities how to properly make use of your audio enabled system without breaking any privacy laws. Audio recording without consent is illegal in certain jurisdictions. Lorex by FLIR assumes no liability for use of its products that does not conform with local laws.
To set up audio recording with a camera with built-in microphone:
Connect the camera using an Ethernet cable to one of the Ethernet ports on the back of the NVR.
IMPORTANT: The microphone must also be connected to a powers source.
To set up audio recording with a camera with and external microphone:
- Connect the camera using an Ethernet cable to one of the Ethernet ports on the back of the NVR.
Connect your camera to a self-powered external microphone.
Once you have connected your cameras, you must enable audio recording using your NVR menu.
To enable audio recording on your NVR:
Right-click on the Live View to access the Quick Menu
Click Main Menu and then click the Camera icon ().
Click Recording >Recording.
Click the Channel drop-down menu to select the channel where the audio-capable camera is connected.
Check the Audio/Video checkbox to enable audio recording.
Click the Audio Encode drop-down menu to select the format that will be used to record audio.
RECOMMENDED: Set G711a as the audio format.
Click OK to save changes.
The following frequently asked questions (FAQs) provide more information about the Lorex Home Center.
Which devices are compatible with the Lorex Home Center?
For a list of compatible devices, visit lorex.com/compatibility.
You can also view a list of compatible devices from the Lorex Home Center.
To view a list of compatible devices from the Lorex Home Center:
Step 1. Go to Home Screen and tap Device Manager.
Step 2. At the topmost right corner of the screen, tap Add(+).
Step 3. Tap Devices supported by Lorex Home Center.
How to upgrade to the latest firmware version?
IMPORTANT: Make sure the Lorex Home Center is connected to the internet.
Step 1. Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Device Info.
Step 2. Under Device Info, tap Software Version.
Step 3. Tap Update Now.
The camera/doorbell on the Lorex Home Center is offline, but the LED indicator on the camera/doorbell is solid green or blue.
Step 1. Go to Home Screen, then tap Device Management.
Step 2. Identify the device that is offline on the Lorex Home Center, then next to the device's thumbnail tap More (...), then tap Remove Device to disconnect the device from the Lorex Home Center.
Step 3. On the disconnected device, press the reset button for 10 seconds to perform a hard reset on the unit. You will hear an audible chime once reset is successful.
Step 4. Connect the device again to the Lorex Home Center.
How to set the Lorex Home Center to Offline Mode?
NOTE: In Offline Mode, you can still view your camera, and your sensors remain functional, but you cannot see your devices remotely from the Lorex Home app and you will not get device update notices.
Step 1. Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Network Settings.
Step 2. Tap Wi-Fi Network, then toggle the button to Off.
Step 3. Tap Wired Network, then toggle the button to Off.
NOTE: To bring the Lorex Home Center back online, simply turn one or both of the settings above to ON.
How to enable or disable Face Unlock or Passcode?
Step 1. Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Security Settings.
Step 2. Turn On or OffRequire passcode to unlock or Face Unlock.
NOTE: Using the camera cover to hide the lens will not turn off the feature. It will simply prevent video capturing for the Face Unlock feature.
How to turn off notification sound or chime?
Option A
Step 1.Unlock the Lorex Home Center and go to Home Screen.
Step 2.Swipe down to open the Drop-down Menu.
Step 3. You can mute the Sound or enable Do not disturb.
Option B
Step 1. Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Sounds
Step 2. In the Siren Tone, select None.
How to turn On or Off camera or sensor notifications?
Option A - Turn On of Off individual notifications
Step 1. On the Home Screen, tap the Bell icon to open Local Notifications menu.
Step 2. Turn On or Off the specific device's notification, then tap Save.
Option B - Turn On or Off all notifications
Step 1.Unlock the Lorex Home Center and go to Home Screen.
Step 2.Swipe down to open the Drop-down Menu.
Step 3. Tap the Do not disturb icon to enable it.
How to enable or disable privacy mode?
Option A - Enable or disable privacy mode on selected device.
Step 1. On the Home Screen, tap the camera's Live View.
Step 2. At the bottom of the page, tap the Privacy Mode button to turn it On or Off.
Option B - Enable or disable privacy mode on all devices.
Step 1.Unlock the Lorex Home Center and go to Home Screen.
Step 2.Swipe down to open the Drop-down Menu.
Step 3. Tap Privacy Mode button to enable or disable it.
How to enable or disable the Lorex Voice Assistant?
At the top of the device, locate the microphone button. Turning the microphone On or Off will enable or disable offline voice command.
Will the Lorex Voice Assistant upload my voice commands to the cloud or the internet?
No.
The Lorex Voice Assistant processes your voice commands locally on the device and no voice data leaves the device. Lorex will not upload your voice commands to the cloud or the internet.
How to use the Lorex Home Center as a Bluetooth speaker?
Step 1. Open your smartphone's Bluetooth setting, then tap Lorex Home Center to initiate the pairing.
Step 2. On the Lorex Home Center, you will see a 6-digit pairing code. Tap Pair to proceed.
Step 3. On your smartphone, tap Pair to confirm.
Congratulations! You can now use the Lorex Home Center as a Bluetooth speaker.
How to use the Smart Filter to find events quickly?
Step 1. On the Home Screen, tap Events.
Step 2. Then, on the Events setting, tap Filter.
Step 3. Configure the Smart Filter to quickly find an event: Date, Type, Device, and Time.
Then, tap Show Results to find the events.
You're done.
How to live view multiple cameras on the Lorex Home Center?
Step 1. On the Home Screen, tap Play All to open multiple live views.
Step 2. Select (check) the cameras you wish to live view.
Then, tap Play.
NOTE: You can live view up to 4 cameras at the same time.
How to back up files?
Step 1. Insert a USB Flash drive at the back of the device.
Step 2. On the Home Screen, tap the Live View of the camera you wish to back up files from.
Then, tap Playback at the bottom right corner of the screen.
Step 3. Tap the Filter icon to open the calendar. NOTE: Dates with recordings are marked with red dots.
Step 4. Tap Date and select the type recordings (Alerts, Motion, Person, Vehicle, or Sound), then tap Show Results.
Step 5. Select the Hours and Minutes by sliding the Timeline.
Step 6. Tap the Video icon to record a video or tap the Camera icon to take a snapshot.
Step 7. Go back to Home Screen > Photos > Snapshots and Recordings, then select your recordings or snapshots from the files.
Step 8. Tap the Edit icon to select your recording or snapshot and tap Export.
Congratulations! You have successfully exported a file.
How to import pictures?
Step 1. Insert a USB Flash drive containing your images at the back of the Lorex Home Center.
Step 2. Go to Home Screen > Photos > USB.
Step 3. Tap the Edit icon, then select the Photo you want to get imported to the Lorex Home Center.
Step 4. Then, tap Import.
Congratulations! You have successfully imported a photo.
How to set an image as a screensaver?
Step 1. Go to Home Screen > Photos > Screensavers.
Step 2. Select a Photo you want to use as a screensaver and tap More, then tap Set as screensaver.
You’re done.
How to reset the Lorex Home Center?
Option A
Step 1. Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Restore to Factory Settings.
Step 2. Tap Restore to Factory Settings to proceed.
Step 3. Tap Yes to start the reset.
NOTE: After the reset, you will hear an audible chime. Set up the Lorex Home Center as a new device.
Option B
Step 1. At the back of the device, press the Reset button for 5 seconds.
Step 2. Tap Restore to Factory Settings to proceed.
Step 3. Tap Yes to start the reset.
NOTE: After the reset, you will hear an audible chime. Set up the Lorex Home Center as a new device.
Can my Wi-Fi camera and the Lorex Home Center keep the same recording?
Your Wi-Fi camera must have a microSD card inserted into it to save a recording. Likewise, the Lorex Home Center must have a microSD card or SSD inserted into it to save the same recording.
Therefore, if both the Wi-Fi camera and the Lorex Home Center have a microSD card or SSD inserted into each of them, then both devices will save a copy of the same recording.
What is the minimum and maximum storage capacity of the Lorex Home Center?
The Lorex Home Center can accommodate a minimum of 32GB microSD card and a maximum of 256GB microSD card or 1TB M2 Type SSD.
How many Wi-Fi cameras can I add to the Lorex Home Center?
The Lorex Home Center supports up to 8 cameras at 1080p or 4 cameras at 2K.
How many cameras can I simultaneously live view?
The Lorex Home Center supports live viewing of up to 4 cameras at the same time.
How many sensors can I add to the Lorex Home Center?
The Lorex Home Center supports up to 32 sensors.
How to change from different connection modes?
Option A - Wired
Tap the wired icon and connect the Lorex Home Center to your home router using the provided Ethernet cable. The Lorex Home Center must be placed near your home router and positioned centrally relative to the different Lorex devices.
Option B - Wireless
Tap the wireless icon, select your Wi-Fi network from the list, then enter the Wi-Fi password to connect. The Lorex Home Center can be placed wherever there is an excellent connection to your home router and positioned centrally relative to the different Lorex devices.
NOTE: Requires a dual-band router (2.4GHz/5GHz) with a 5GHz Wi-Fi network enabled.
Option C - Offline
Tap the offline icon to setup through a direct connection. The Lorex Home Center can work offline, and no internet connection is required to operate it or connect it to different Lorex devices. Central placement is essential for the Lorex devices to communicate directly with the Lorex Home Center. You will not be able to use the Lorex Home app to access the Lorex Home Center remotely and will not receive automatic update notifications.
How to configure the screensaver settings?
Step 1. Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Screen Saver Settings.
Step 2. Configure the screensaver according to your preferences.
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Is the Lorex Home Center compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant?
No.
The Lorex Home Center is not compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant.
How to check the supported voice commands?
Step 1. Go to Home Screen, then tap Voice Prompts.
Step 2. Under Voice Prompts, select a feature to reveal the supported voice commands.
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In this example, I am showing the supported commands for Live View.