Lorex LW2020 Series User manual

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*Handheld monitor included with LW2030 Series only
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HOME VIDEO MONITORING SYSTEM
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ENGLISH VERSION 1.0
LW2020/LW2030 SERIES
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Safety Instructions
WARNING
This video monitor is compliant with all relevant standards
regarding electromagnetic fields and is, when handled as
described in the User’s Guide, safe to use. Therefore, always read
the instructions in this User’s Guide carefully before using the
device.
• Adult assembly is required. Keep small parts away from children when
assembling.
• This product is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it.
• This video monitor is not a substitute for responsible adult supervision.
• Keep this user’s guide for future reference.
• Keep the cords out of reach from children.
• Do not cover the video monitor with a towel or blanket.
• Never use extension cords with power adapters.
• Only use the power adapters provided.
• Test the video monitor before use. Become familiar with its functions.
• Do not use the video monitor near water.
• Do not install the video monitor near a heat source.
• Only insert batteries/battery pack of the same type.
• Do not touch the plug contacts with sharp or metal objects.
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• Only use the chargers and power adapters provided. Do not use other
chargers or power adapters as this may damage the device and
battery pack.
CAUTION
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type.
• DISPOSE OF OR RECYCLE BATTERIES PROPERLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH
APPLICABLE LAWS, which may vary by location.
• Insert batteries with the correct polarity.
• Do not mix new and used batteries.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the product.
• Keep all batteries away from children.

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Using this product as a baby monitor
If you intend to use this wireless video monitor as a baby monitor, we advise you to take the
following precautions to avoid possible injury to infants:
• DO NOTplace baby audio and video camera monitors too close to cribs, 
bassinets, play yards and other safe sleep environments for infants.
• MAKE SURE all power adapter cords are out of arms reach of your infant. 
Keep them at least 3ft/1m away
• MAKE SURE baby audio and video camera monitors are on a stable footing 
so they cannot be easily knocked over
• Use the included cable clips to keep the power cord out of reach from infants and young
children.
NOTE: These precautions are important even if your infant is not yet standing
or mobile.
3 ft.

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Table of Contents
Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Gateway Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Camera Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Handheld Monitor (LW2030 Series only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
How the Gateway Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting up the Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Gateway Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Configuring Gateway menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Appendix A: Enabling UPnP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Appendix B: 
Troubleshooting the handheld monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Appendix C: 
Replacing the handheld monitor battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

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Contents
The system comes with the following components:
*Number of cameras and accessories may vary.
• Network cable
• Instruction manual
• Quick Start Guide
Gateway Antenna Camera* Camera & Handheld
monitor power adapter x2
Gateway power adapter microSD card microSD card adapter
Additional Contents
Handheld monitor
The handheld monitor is included with the
LW2030 Series only.
CHECK YOUR PACKAGE TO CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE RECEIVED THE COMPLETE
SYSTEM, INCLUDING ALL COMPONENTS SHOWN ABOVE.

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System Requirements
Your system must meet the minimum system requirements.
PC Requirements
• Skype for Windows version 4.2 and above
• Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP SP3
• 1 GHz or greater processor
Mac
• 1GHz Intel processor
• Mac OS 10.6 or later (Intel processors only)
• 100 MB free disk space.
• Either USB or regular headset if your Mac does not have a built-in microphone.
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch Requirements
• Skype for iPhone 3.0 and above
• iPhone 4 / 3GS (iOS 4.0 and above)
• iPod touch (3rd generation and above)
• iPad (1st generation and above)
General requirements
• High-speed broad connection of 512kbps down/128kbps up and a computer
• Home network with router
For further details, visit www.skype.com. 11

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Gateway Overview
Gateway Overview
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Front View Rear View
1Antenna: Transmits the video signal to the camera.
2On/Off button: Press to turn the Gateway on or off.
3microSD card slot: For future use.
4Camera LED indicators:
• S:Glows to indicate the Gateway is connected to Skype.
• 1~4: Glows to indicate the camera that is connected.
5Power Port: Connect a power adapter to the power port.
6Ethernet port: Connect an ethernet cable from your internet router to
the Gateway’s ethernet port.
7Reset port: Restores the Gateway settings to factory defaults. Use a paperclip, and gently
press and hold the Reset port for 10 - 15 seconds to reset the unit.

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Camera Overview
Camera
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Overview
1Status LED: Glows green to indicate camera is active. Glows red if camera is inactive. Flashes
red to indicate low battery power.
2Charging LED: Glows red to indicate camera is charging.
3Infrared LEDs: Allows the camera to view in the dark. Glows red during night time viewing.
4Light Sensor: Detects the light level in the room to automatically turn on/off the night time
LEDs.
5Camera lens
6Microphone
7AC adapter port: Connects to the included AC adapter to charge the camera.
8ON/OFF Switch: Turns camera on/off.