Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the Lorex LIVE View video monitor. Before you start... Please make sure to charge the handheld monitor before use. See the quick start guide or "Getting Started” on page 7 for instructions.
Safety Instructions This baby 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.
To Avoid Injury to Children/Infants: We advise you to take the following precautions to avoid possible injury to infants: • DO NOT place baby audio and video camera monitors too close to cribs, bassinets, play yards, and other safe sleep environments for infants. • MAKE SURE to run all power adapter cords where they are unlikely to be tripped over and are out of arms reach of your infant. Keep them at least 3 ft. / 1m away.
TABLE OF CONTENTS English 1. Handheld Monitor Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2. Camera Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3. Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3.1 Installing The Handheld Monitor Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 3.2 Connecting The Handheld Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 3.3 Setting Up The Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1. HANDHELD MONITOR OVERVIEW English 1 Expanded View 2 7 8 3 9 4 10 5 11 6 12 1. Display: Displays video from the camera(s). 2. Up button / Increase volume: Press to increase volume. Press to scroll up in menus. 3. Menu button: Press to open / close the menu. 4. Left button / Decrease brightness: Press to decrease the brightness of the display. Press to scroll left in menus. 5. Scan button: Press to turn on Scan View.
Handheld Monitor Overview 8. Ok button: Press to select menu options. Press to save setting changes and exit the current menu screen. 9. Talk button: Press and hold to activate the intercom on the selected camera. 10.Right button / Increase brightness: Press to increase the brightness of the display. Press to scroll right in the menu. 11.Cam button: Press to switch between connected cameras*. 12.Microphone 15 16 13 14 17 13.AC adapter port: Plug in the power adapter to charge the monitor. 14.
Handheld Monitor Overview Monitor icons overview Talk function Key lock indicator English Battery life indicator Camera signal strength Volume Channel scan Channel number Audio Activated Alerts Reading the battery life indicator Low battery Full battery The battery life indicator fills up when the monitor is charging and flashes when the battery is low. NOTE: When the battery is fully charged, the handheld monitor can last up to 4 hours, or up to 7 hours in Sleep Mode (see page 16 for details).
Handheld Monitor Overview Reading the audio level indicator • Wheel glows to display the sound level from selected camera. • Green indicates no / quiet sound. Red expands as volume increases. Medium sound No / quiet sound Loud sound Reading the signal strength indicator No signal Very low signal Low signal Medium signal Full signal Signal strength icon flashes when signal is low.
Camera Overview 2. CAMERA OVERVIEW English 1 2 3 5 4 1. Power Indicator LED: Glows green to indicate camera power is on. 2. Infrared LEDs: Allow the camera to view in the dark. LEDs glow red when night vision is activated. 3. Camera lens 4. Microphone 5. Power button: Press and hold for 3 seconds to power camera on/off.
Camera Overview 10 6 8 9 7 6. Page button: Press to page handheld monitor. Press and hold to connect camera to monitor when the pairing process is activated. See “Pairing Up Cameras” on page 18 for details. 7. AC adapter port: Plug in the camera power adapter here. 8. Speaker: Enables the camera to play sound from the monitor when the intercom is activated. 9. Stand mounting hole: Install the camera stand by screwing it in here. 10.Camera stand: Camera can be permanently mounted to a wall or ceiling.
Getting Started 3. GETTING STARTED English 3.1 INSTALLING THE HANDHELD MONITOR STAND NOTE: If a protective sleeve was included, attach it to your handheld monitor before installing the stand. 1. Screw the monitor stand into the stand mounting hole at the back of the handheld monitor. 2. Adjust the angle of the stand to your liking. 1 2 Tilt to adjust stand angle TIP: The handheld monitor stand can also be used as a belt clip, which allows you to keep the monitor with you at all times.
Getting Started 3.2 CONNECTING THE HANDHELD MONITOR Power button AC adapter port Power adapter Power outlet It is recommended to charge your monitor for 6 hours before initial use. 1. Connect the power adapter to the AC adapter port on top of the monitor. 2. Plug the power adapter into a power outlet. • The battery life indicator will fill up when the monitor is charging. 3. Press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds to power on the monitor. TIP: Charge the monitor for 6 hours to fully charge.
Getting Started 3.3 SETTING UP THE CAMERA NOTE: If a protective sleeve was included, attach it to the camera before installing the stand. 2 4 English 1 3 Power adapter Power Outlet AC adapter port 1. Screw the camera stand into the stand mounting hole at the back of the camera. See “Mounting The Camera On A Wall / Ceiling” on page 25 for mounting instructions. 2. Connect the AC power connector from the power adapter into the AC adapter port on the side of the camera. 3.
Using The Handheld Monitor 4. USING THE HANDHELD MONITOR 4.1 SELECTING THE CAMERA By default, the included camera is paired to channel 1. If you have added additional cameras, press the CAM button to manually switch between camera channels, or press the SCAN button to automatically switch between connected cameras. To add additional cameras or to move cameras to empty channels, simply follow the pairing process. See “Pairing Up Cameras” on page 18. 4.
Using The Handheld Monitor Scan View To enable Scan View: Press the SCAN button while viewing. To return to full screen view, press the SCAN button again. English Scan View allows you to monitor multiple cameras in full screen. By default, Scan View automatically switches cameras every 5 seconds. Scan View turned on NOTE: Scan View will not work unless 2 or more cameras are connected. The monitor only shows cameras that are paired up and turned on. 4.
Using The Handheld Monitor 4.4 TALK FUNCTION Press and hold the TALK button. Your voice will be heard on the selected ) is shown. camera and a talk icon ( NOTE: To listen to audio from the camera, you must release the TALK button. You cannot talk and listen at the same time. 4.5 ADJUSTING SCREEN BRIGHTNESS To adjust the screen brightness, press the buttons while viewing. Press the button to increase button brightness and the to decrease brightness.
Using The Handheld Monitor 4.6 NAVIGATING THE MENU English To open the monitor menu, press the MENU button. MENU button OK button Use the buttons to switch between menu options, and press OK to select menu options or save changes to your settings. Press MENU to exit a menu or submenu without saving your changes.
Using The Handheld Monitor 4.7 MENU OPTIONS Enable Sound Activated Alerts and adjust volume sensitivity for Sound Activated Alerts. Adjust the length of time the monitor shows a camera before switching to the next camera in Scan View. Add a new camera to the monitor or change the order of connected cameras.
Using The Handheld Monitor 4.8 VOICE TRIGGER (AUDIO ACTIVATED ALERTS) English In Voice Trigger mode, the monitor goes into standby. When sound is detected by the camera at the preset audio level, the monitor's screen instantly turns on. This conserves battery power, and alerts you only when needed. To turn on Voice Trigger and set the sensitivity level: 1. Press the MENU button. until VOICE TRIGGER is 2. Press shown and press OK. to select the volume 3. Press sensitivity.
Using The Handheld Monitor 4.9 SLEEP MODE (AUDIO ONLY MODE) Sleep Mode allows the monitor display to be turned off while continuing audio monitoring. This is also a great way to conserve battery life. To enter Sleep Mode: Press the VIDEO button at the top of the monitor. The monitor turns off the screen but will continue to play audio from the selected camera. Press VIDEO button to enter / exit Sleep Mode Press the VIDEO button again to exit Sleep Mode.
Using The Handheld Monitor 4.11 KEY LOCK To activate / deactivate Key Lock: Press and hold the OK button for 3 seconds. English Key Lock prevents any of the buttons on the monitor from being pressed by accident. Key Lock icon When Key Lock is active, a lock icon appears on the monitor. 4.12 PAGING THE HANDHELD MONITOR If you cannot find the handheld monitor, press the PAGE button on the side of the camera to page it. The monitor makes a beeping sound for 30 seconds.
Pairing Up Cameras 5. PAIRING UP CAMERAS The camera(s) included have already been paired up with the monitor. If for any reason your monitor and camera are not paired up, OR if you have purchased additional add-on cameras (model # LW2004AC1), follow the steps below. MENU button OK button To pair a camera to your monitor: 1. Place the camera and monitor around 1 ft. apart. 2. Make sure the camera you would like to pair up is powered on. 3. Press the MENU button on the monitor to open the menu. 4.
Pairing Up Cameras 5. Select the channel you wish to pair up the camera to by 7. Press and hold the PAGE button on the side of the camera. The monitor displays "Device Found" when the camera has been successfully paired. English pressing the buttons. 6. Press OK. The monitor displays a "PAIRING" message on the screen. PAGE button NOTE: • The monitor can connect to up to 4 cameras. TIPS: • Immediately after successful pairing, move the camera and monitor apart to avoid speaker feedback.
Help 6. HELP No video displayed on the monitor • Ensure the camera(s) is plugged into a power outlet and is powered on. • Ensure the monitor is powered on. 1. If the power LED is off: • Press and hold the Power button on the top of the monitor for 3 seconds to power on the monitor. • Recharge the monitor battery. 2. If the power LED is on: • The monitor is in Sleep Mode. Press the VIDEO button to turn on the screen. • The monitor is in Voice Trigger mode. Press any button to turn the screen on.
Help • Your camera and monitor may be too close to each other. Move them further apart. • For optimal performance, avoid placing the monitor and camera near televisions, computers, cordless/mobile phones, or other electrical equipment. • Lower the monitor volume.
Cleaning and Disposal 7. CLEANING AND DISPOSAL 7.1 CLEANING Clean the monitor and camera with a slightly damp cloth or an anti-static cloth. Never use cleaning agents or abrasive solvents. • Do not clean any part of the product with cleaners with thinners or other solvents and chemicals. This may cause permanent damage to the product, which is not covered by the Warranty. When necessary, clean it with a damp cloth.
Notices 8. NOTICES Warning: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device FCC Notice This device complies with Part 15, subpart C, of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Technical Specifications 9. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Camera Frequency 2.4 to 2.4835 GHz Maximum Range Up to 450 ft. / 135m outdoors* / Up to 150 ft. / 46m indoors* *Based on unobstructed line of sight. Actual range will vary depending on surroundings. Image Sensor Color CMOS Lens 6.1mm F2.8 IR LED 9 pcs Power Adapter: DC 5V, 600mA Video Monitor Frequency 2.4GHz to 2.4853GHz Display 2.4" TFT LCD Display colors 262K Power Adapter: DC 5V, 1000mA Battery: 3.
Mounting The Camera On A Wall / Ceiling The camera comes with a versatile stand that can be placed on a flat surface, such as a table or dresser, or can be permanently mounted to a wall or ceiling. To mount the camera: 1. Determine where you would like to mount the camera. The position of the stand changes depending whether you choose to mount the camera on a wall or ceiling. Table mount Wall mount Ceiling mount 25 English 10.
Mounting The Camera On A Wall / Ceiling 2. Place the camera stand against the wall or ceiling (you should keep the camera separate from the stand while doing this and attach it later) as shown below. Wall mount Ceiling mount 2. Use a pen or pencil to mark the locations where you will need to drill holes for the mounting screws. 3. Remove the mounting stand from the wall or ceiling and drill holes for the mounting screws. 4.
Replacing The Monitor Battery NOTE: The monitor battery has been pre-installed for your convenience. Replacement batteries are available at www.lorextechnology.com Changing the monitor battery: NOTE: Unplug the monitor power Metallic adapter before changing the contact points battery. 1. Push down on the cover and slide it off of the monitor. 2. Remove the existing battery by placing your finger in the notch at the bottom of the battery compartment and pulling the battery towards you to remove it. 3.
Battery Saving Tips 12. BATTERY SAVING TIPS Follow the tips below to improve the life and longevity of your battery. • Turn down the screen brightness on the handheld monitor. Press while viewing to adjust the brightness. • Use Sleep Mode to turn off the screen and monitor audio only. Press the VIDEO button to activate/deactivate sleep mode. OR • Use Voice Trigger Mode to turn off the screen until sound is detected. See “Voice Trigger (Audio Activated Alerts)” on page 15 for details.