How do I set up email notifications on Lorex?

To enable email notifications:

Right-click on the Live View to access the Quick Menu.
Click Main Menu and then click the Setting icon ( ).
Click Network > Email/SMTP.
Click the Enable checkbox to activate.
In the Mail Select drop-down, select Lorex Mail and configure the following:
Click Test to send a test email.

How do I update my Lorex recorder firmware?

On your recorder, go to Main Menu > Settings > System > Upgrade.

In the Upgrade settings, click USB Upgrade.
NOTE: Make sure to select the file with .
Then, at the bottom of the screen, click Start to begin the upgrade.
WARNING: Please DO NOT turn off the power during the firmware upgrade.

Is Lorex Cloud still working?

After August 15th you will ONLY be able to use the Lorex Cloud app to view your Lorex security system remotely. RapidRecap and Cloud recording will no longer be supported as of Aug 15th, 2019.

What are the SMTP settings for Yahoo Mail?

YAHOO SMTP SETTINGS

Server Address: smtp.mail.yahoo.com.
Username: Your Yahoo Address (e.g. [email protected])
Password: Your Yahoo Password.
Port Number: 465 (With SSL)
Alternative Port Number: 587 (With TLS)
Authentication: Required.
Sending Limits: 500 Emails a day or Emails to 100 connections a day.

How do I update FLIR firmware?

To update the camera:
1. Power up the camera, connect it to the PC with a USB cable, and then start FLIR Tools.
2. If the splash screen appears, click Check for Updates.
3. You can also click Check for Updates from the Help menu in FLIR Tools.
Is there a way to upgrade Lorex firmware?

IMPORTANT: All Lorex firmware updates are free of charge. There are two ways of upgrading the firmware of your recorder: USB Upgrade and Cloud Upgrade. For this procedure, you need a formatted and empty USB flash drive. We highly recommend that you format your USB flash drive on your recorder.

How to send email alerts using Lorex email server?

In order to send email alerts using the Lorex email server, you must have a Lorex DDNS account configured in your system. Visit www.lorexddns.net to register for a Lorex DDNS account. For more information on DDNS, see your system’s instruction manual. The following screenshot shows an example DDNS configuration.

Why is my router blocking the Lorex email server?

Your screen may be different depending on the model. Your router may be blocking the Lorex email server. Change your router’s settings so that the port used by the Lorex email server (port 2525) is forwarded to your system’s IP address. For more information on port forwarding, see your router’s instruction manual.

Can a Lorex security system access my Gmail account?

By default, Gmail blocks third-party devices such as Lorex security systems from accessing your account. To allow “less secure apps”, follow the instructions from Gmail. IMAP allows other applications to send email using your Gmail account. To enable IMAP, follow the instructions from Gmail.

In order to send email alerts using the Lorex email server, you must have a Lorex DDNS account configured in your system. Visit www.lorexddns.net to register for a Lorex DDNS account. For more information on DDNS, see your system’s instruction manual. The following screenshot shows an example DDNS configuration.

How to install the Lorex cloud app on your computer?

Easily connect your security camera system to the Lorex Cloud App by following these simple steps. How to install the Lorex Cloud App? Easily connect your security camera system to the Lorex Cloud App by following these simple steps. Choose the type of product to setup on your device. Scan the QR code on your Lorex recorder or your WiFi camera.

IMPORTANT: All Lorex firmware updates are free of charge. There are two ways of upgrading the firmware of your recorder: USB Upgrade and Cloud Upgrade. For this procedure, you need a formatted and empty USB flash drive. We highly recommend that you format your USB flash drive on your recorder.

By default, Gmail blocks third-party devices such as Lorex security systems from accessing your account. To allow “less secure apps”, follow the instructions from Gmail. IMAP allows other applications to send email using your Gmail account. To enable IMAP, follow the instructions from Gmail.