Are you looking to enhance the security of your home or business with a Lorex camera system? Connecting your Lorex camera to your iPhone can provide you with the convenience of monitoring your property from anywhere at any time. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to add a Lorex camera to your iPhone so you can keep an eye on things even when you’re not at home.
Before you begin the setup process, make sure you have a stable internet connection and have downloaded the Lorex app from the App Store on your iPhone. Once you have the app installed, follow these simple steps to connect your Lorex camera to your iPhone:
1. Open the Lorex app on your iPhone and log in to your account. If you don’t have an account yet, you will need to create one.
Step-by-step guide to setting up Lorex camera on iPhone
Adding a Lorex camera to your iPhone is a straightforward process that allows you to monitor your home or office remotely. Follow these steps to set up your Lorex camera on your iPhone:
Step 1: Download the Lorex Home app
Start by downloading the Lorex Home app from the App Store on your iPhone. This app is essential for connecting and managing your Lorex camera.
Step 2: Create a Lorex account
Once the app is downloaded, create a Lorex account by providing your email address and setting up a password. This account will be used to access your camera remotely.
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Step 3 | Launch the Lorex Home app and tap on the “+” icon to add a new device. |
Step 4 | Scan the QR code on your Lorex camera or enter the camera’s serial number manually. |
Step 5 | Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the camera to your Wi-Fi network. |
Step 6 | Once connected, you can view live footage from your Lorex camera on your iPhone. |
By following these steps, you can easily set up your Lorex camera on your iPhone and enjoy remote monitoring capabilities.
Download and install the Lorex app
To add your Lorex camera to your iPhone, you will need to download and install the Lorex app from the App Store. Follow these steps:
1. | Open the App Store on your iPhone. |
2. | Search for “Lorex” in the search bar. |
3. | Locate the Lorex app in the search results and tap on it. |
4. | Tap on the “Get” button to download and install the app. |
5. | Once the app is downloaded and installed, open it on your iPhone. |
You are now ready to set up your Lorex camera and connect it to your iPhone using the Lorex app.
Create a Lorex account
To access your Lorex camera on your iPhone, you need to create a Lorex account. Follow these steps to create your account:
Step 1: Visit the Lorex website and click on the “Sign Up” or “Create Account” button.
Step 2: Fill in the required information, such as your email address, username, and password.
Step 3: Verify your email address by clicking on the verification link sent to your email.
Step 4: Once your account is verified, log in to your Lorex account using your username and password.
Step 5: You are now ready to add your Lorex camera to your iPhone using the Lorex app.
Connect your Lorex camera to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone
Before you can view your Lorex camera on your iPhone, you need to ensure that both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network. Here’s how you can do it:
- Power on your Lorex camera and wait for it to boot up.
- Access the camera’s settings menu and navigate to the Wi-Fi settings option.
- Select your Wi-Fi network from the list of available networks and enter the password to connect.
- Once the camera is successfully connected to your Wi-Fi network, note down the IP address of the camera.
Now that your Lorex camera is connected to the Wi-Fi network, you can proceed to add it to your iPhone for remote viewing.
Add your Lorex camera to the app
To add your Lorex camera to the app, follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Download the app
Start by downloading the Lorex app from the App Store on your iPhone. Make sure to install the latest version of the app to ensure compatibility with your camera.
Step 2: Create an account
Open the app and create a new account or log in with your existing Lorex account credentials. This will allow you to access your camera from anywhere using your iPhone.
Step 3: | Add your camera |
1. | On the app’s main screen, tap on the “Add Device” option. |
2. | Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your Lorex camera to the app. Make sure your camera is powered on and connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your iPhone. |
3. | Once the camera is successfully added, you can now view live feeds, recordings, and control settings directly from your iPhone. |
Configure camera settings and preferences
After successfully adding your Lorex camera to your iPhone, you may want to customize the camera settings and preferences to suit your needs. Here are some steps to help you configure the camera:
- Open the Lorex app on your iPhone.
- Go to the camera settings section.
- Adjust the camera resolution to your desired quality.
- Set up motion detection settings to receive alerts.
- Enable night vision mode if your camera supports it.
- Configure recording settings, such as continuous recording or scheduled recording.
- Set up remote access to view your camera from anywhere.
- Customize notifications preferences for alerts.
By configuring these settings, you can optimize your Lorex camera’s performance and tailor it to your specific preferences.
Access live view and recordings on your iPhone
Once you have successfully added your Lorex camera to your iPhone, you can easily access live view and recordings on your device. Here’s how:
1. | Open the Lorex app on your iPhone. |
2. | Log in to your Lorex account. |
3. | Tap on the camera you want to view. |
4. | You can now see the live view from your camera. To access recordings, tap on the playback option. |