Lorex security cameras are a popular choice for home and business security systems. With their advanced features, including motion detection and remote viewing, Lorex cameras provide peace of mind to users.
If you want to review past events or incidents captured by your Lorex camera, you can easily play back recordings stored on the device. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to access and play back recordings on your Lorex security camera.
Knowing how to navigate through the playback interface and retrieve specific footage can be crucial for investigating incidents or monitoring activity around your property. Follow these instructions to make the most of your Lorex security system.
Accessing Playback Feature
To access the playback feature on your Lorex security camera, follow these steps:
- Open the Lorex app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Log in to your account using your credentials.
- Select the camera you want to view recordings from.
- Tap on the playback icon or option in the app.
- Choose the date and time range for the recordings you want to play back.
- Once selected, the app will display the recorded footage for that time period.
- You can then play, pause, rewind, or fast forward the recordings as needed.
By following these steps, you can easily access and play back recordings on your Lorex security camera using the app on your mobile device.
Using Playback Controls
When viewing recordings on your Lorex security camera system, you can use the playback controls to easily navigate through footage. Here are some common playback controls and how to use them:
- Play/Pause: Click the play button to start playing a recording, and click it again to pause.
- Fast Forward/Rewind: Use the fast forward and rewind buttons to quickly skip forward or backward in the footage.
- Timeline: Drag the timeline slider to jump to a specific time in the recording.
- Zoom: Use the zoom controls to focus on a specific area of the footage for a closer look.
- Date and Time: Use the date and time controls to search for recordings from a specific date and time.
By familiarizing yourself with these playback controls, you can easily review and analyze recordings from your Lorex security camera system.
Selecting Date and Time
To play back recordings on your Lorex security camera, you will need to select the date and time of the footage you want to view. Follow these steps to select the date and time:
- Access the playback menu: Navigate to the playback menu on your Lorex security camera system.
- Select the date: Use the calendar function to choose the date of the recording you want to view.
- Set the time: Once you have selected the date, enter the time range you wish to review the recordings for.
- Start playback: After setting the date and time, start the playback to view the recorded footage from the selected time period.
Viewing Multiple Cameras
To view multiple cameras on your Lorex security system:
1. Access the live view screen on your Lorex system.
2. Look for the option to switch between camera views, usually displayed as a grid icon.
3. Click on the grid icon to display all available camera views simultaneously.
4. Use the controls to switch between cameras or view them all at once.
5. You can also set up a sequence to automatically switch between cameras at regular intervals.
Exporting Recordings
To export recordings from your Lorex security camera, follow these steps:
| 1. | Access the playback menu on your security camera. |
| 2. | Select the recordings you want to export. |
| 3. | Choose the export option (e.g., USB, cloud storage). |
| 4. | Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the export process. |
Once the export is complete, you can access the recordings on the selected storage device.
Playback on Mobile Devices
If you want to view recordings from your Lorex security camera on a mobile device, you can do so by downloading the Lorex app. Here’s how to access playback on your smartphone or tablet:
- Download and install the Lorex app from the App Store (for iOS devices) or Google Play Store (for Android devices).
- Open the app and log in to your Lorex account.
- Tap on the playback icon or select the playback option from the menu.
- Choose the date and time range you want to review.
- Select the camera or cameras you want to view recordings from.
- You can now watch the recorded footage on your mobile device.
With the Lorex app, you can easily access and playback recordings from your security cameras on the go, giving you peace of mind wherever you are.
Setting Playback Preferences
When playing back recordings on your Lorex security camera, you may want to adjust certain playback preferences to customize your viewing experience. Here are some key preferences you can set:
1. Playback Speed
You can adjust the playback speed to watch recordings in real-time, slow motion, or fast forward. This allows you to quickly scan through footage or focus on specific events.
2. Date and Time Selection
You can select a specific date and time range to playback recordings from. This is useful if you are looking for a particular event or need to review footage from a specific time period.
By setting these playback preferences, you can optimize your viewing experience and easily navigate through your Lorex security camera recordings.
Troubleshooting Playback Issues
If you are experiencing issues with playing back recordings on your Lorex security camera, follow these troubleshooting steps:
1. Check the Recording Quality
Make sure that the recordings are of high quality and are not corrupted. Check the resolution settings on your camera and ensure that the recordings are clear and easily playable.
2. Verify the Playback Device
Ensure that the device you are using to playback the recordings is compatible with the file format. Check if the playback device supports the video codec used by your Lorex camera.
Note: If you encounter playback issues on a specific device, try using a different device to see if the problem persists.
If these steps do not resolve the playback issues, consider contacting Lorex customer support for further assistance.
