Lorex N841 Series User Manual

Name: Lorex N841 Series
Brand: Lorex
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N841 Series

Default Chapter5
- Table of Contents5
1 Important Safeguards9
- General Precautions9
- Installation9
- Service11
- Use11
2 Package Contents12
3 Recorder Overview13
- Front Panel13
- Back Panel13
4 Basic System Setup15
- STEP 1: Connect Cameras15
- STEP 2: Connect Router15
- STEP 3: Connect Mouse15
- STEP 4: Connect Monitor16
- STEP 5: Connect Power16
- STEP 6: Upgrade Firmware to Latest Version (if Available)16
- Quick Access to System Information17
- Connecting Cameras to the Local Area Network (LAN)18
5 Camera Installation21
- Installation Tips21
- Installing Cameras21
- Connecting Camera Extension Cables22
6 Using the Mouse23
7 Setting the Date & Time24
8 Using the On-Screen Display26
- Navigation Bar26
- Quick Menu26
- Camera Toolbar27
- On-Screen Keyboards28
- Camera Image Settings29
9 Recording31
- Video Recording Types31
- Configuring Recording Quality31
- Setting the Recording Schedule32
- Setting up Scheduled or Manual Recording33
- Configuring Hard Drive Overwrite35
10 Playback36
- Playing Back Video from the Hard Drive36
- Playback Controls36
- Area Search38
- Video Clip Backup40
- Playing Back Video from a USB Drive41
11 Backup43
- Formatting the USB Flash Drive43
- Backing up Video44
- Using Video Clip Backup45
- Viewing Backed up Files45
12 Motion Detection50
- Status Icons50
- Configuring Motion Detection50
13 Active Deterrence53
- Automatic Deterrence Settings53
- Manually Activate Deterrence Features55
14 Smart Motion Detection56
- Ensuring Accurate Person & Vehicle Detection56
- Configuring Person & Vehicle Detection57
- Searching for Person & Vehicle Detection Events (Smart Search)59
15 Managing Passwords and User Accounts61
- User Accounts61
- Account Groups64
16 Using the Main Menu67
- Main Menu Overview67
- Camera Menu67
- Information Menu73
- Settings Menu82
- Shutdown104
17 Connecting Remotely Using the Lorex Home Mobile App105
18 Smart Home & Voice Assistance106
19 Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) Cameras107
- Connecting PTZ Cameras to the Recorder107
- Basic PTZ Controls108
- Advanced PTZ Controls108
- Presets109
- Tours110
- Patterns110
- Autoscan110
20 Connecting Audio Devices112
21 Replacing the Hard Drive114
- Removing the Hard Drive114
- Installing a New Hard Drive117
22 DDNS Setup (Advanced)120
- STEP 1: Port Forwarding120
- STEP 2: Create a Lorex Account120
- STEP 3: Activate Your Warranty121
- STEP 4: Sign up for a DDNS Account121
- STEP 5: Enable DDNS on the Recorder122
23 Troubleshooting124
24 Technical Specifications126
- General126
- Inputs/Outputs126
- Display126
- Recording126
- Playback126
- Storage126
- Special Features126
- Smart Home127
- Connectivity127
- Additional Specifications127
25 Notices128
- Fcc/IC128
- Modification128

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Questions and Answers:

J
Jennifer HopkinsJul 28, 2025
What to do if Lorex N841 DVR is not receiving power?
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  Michael LeeJul 29, 2025
  If your Lorex DVR isn't powering up, first check that all power cables are securely connected, including the power adapter at the back of the unit. If the cables are connected but the system still isn't receiving power, ensure the system is powered on and that the LED indicators on the front are lit. If connected to a power bar or surge protector, try connecting the power adapter directly to a wall outlet. Also, verify the outlet is working by plugging another device, like a lamp, into it.
C
caseyelizabethAug 10, 2025
Why is my Lorex DVR hard drive not detected?
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  dixonfrederickAug 10, 2025
  If your Lorex DVR isn't detecting the hard drive, the issue might be due to loose or improperly connected hard drive cables. Remove the housing and ensure that all hard drive cables are firmly connected. Alternatively, the system may not have a hard drive installed. In that case, open the housing and install a compatible hard drive.

Lorex N841 Series Specifications

General

Remote Access	Yes
Video Output	HDMI, VGA
Motion Detection	Yes
Compression Format	H.264
Network Interface	RJ45
Remote Viewing	Lorex Home App
Operating System	Linux
Audio Input/Output	1 audio input, 1 audio output
Recording Modes	Continuous, Motion Detection
Operating Temperature	14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C)