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| Product Type | Digital Video Recorder (DVR) for surveillance system |
| Brand | Lorex |
| Model | L208D251 |
| Number of channels | 8 channels (BNC) |
| Recording resolution | NTSC : 640×224, PAL : 640×272 |
| Compression format | Motion JPEG (recording), MPEG4 (network) |
| Video outputs | 2 composite (BNC) + 1 VGA |
| Audio inputs | 1 RCA input |
| Storage | Internal hard drive up to 1 TB (2 × 500 GB) |
| Backup media | USB 2.0, CD/DVD-RW (optional) |
| Network connectivity | Ethernet 10/100, DHCP/Static/DDNS |
| PTZ control | RS-485, support for PTZ cameras |
| Alarm | 4 inputs / 1 output |
| Motion detection | Yes, adjustable by zone and sensitivity |
| Recording modes | Continuous, scheduled, motion detection, alarm |
| Remote control | Infrared included |
| Mouse | PS/2, supported |
| Power supply | External AC adapter (12 V DC) |
| Maintenance | Unplug before cleaning; use a damp cloth |
| Safety | Follow manual instructions (ventilation, overloading, etc.) |
| Client software | Lorex Client for remote viewing on PC (Windows 2000/XP) |
Frequently Asked Questions - L208D251 Lorex
How to install the hard drive in the DVR?
The DVR is shipped with a pre-installed hard drive. To replace it, remove the back cover, disconnect the cables, remove the screws, install the new IDE hard drive as master (jumper), reconnect the cables, then format the drive via the system menu (press PLAY to format).
How to connect cameras to the DVR?
Use BNC cables. Connect the camera's BNC connector to a BNC input (CAM 1 to 8) on the back of the DVR. Connect the camera's power supply via an adapter. Check the connections and cable orientation (male/female).
How to set up scheduled recording?
Access the menu: Setup > Record > Schedule. Use the arrow keys or mouse to set the time slots. Choose the recording type (continuous, motion, alarm) for each hour. Enable the schedule in the Record submenu.
How to backup videos to a USB flash drive?
Insert a USB flash drive into the front port. Go to the Search > Backup menu. Set the start and end times. Select 'Backup To USB' and press ENTER. Backup requires that recording is stopped.
How to access the DVR remotely from a PC?
Make sure the DVR is connected to the network. Configure DDNS (e.g., lorexddns.net) or use the local IP. Open the Lorex Client software on the PC, switch to Viewer mode, click Connect, enter the IP/DDNS, port (default 8841), and password.
What to do if the image is too dark or too bright?
Adjust the brightness and contrast in the Camera menu (Brightness, Contrast). You can also adjust the tint and saturation for each camera.
How to update the DVR firmware?
Download the firmware from the Lorex website on a PC. Copy it to a USB flash drive. Insert the flash drive into the DVR. Go to System > F/W Upgrade. Press PLAY to start the update. Do not remove the flash drive until reboot.
The DVR is not recording, what should I check?
Check that the hard drive is formatted (System > HDD Setup). Make sure the recording schedule is enabled and the cameras are connected properly. Also check that the recording mode is not set to 'None'.
How to use the mouse with the DVR?
Connect a PS/2 mouse to the back before turning on the DVR. Once on, the mouse is detected. Left-click to select, right-click to exit menus. In live view, double-click a camera to switch to full screen.
What to do if the screen displays 'No signal' or 'Video loss'?
Check the BNC cable connection between the camera and the DVR. Test the camera on another input. Make sure the camera is powered. If the problem persists, try another cable or camera.
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