Advanced Remote Monitoring Using DDNS
ADVANCED REMOTE MONITORING USING DDNS
Setting up remote viewing requires several steps. Networking skills are required to correctly
configure the remote viewing functions.
What Do I Need?
• DVR System
• A router (not provided with the system) and High Speed Cable or DSL Internet Connectivity
(for remote viewing outside your network)
DVR
World Wide Web
(INTERNET)
Figure 27.0 Remote monitoring connectivity diagram.
Network Setup / Remote Access Overview
To setup remote viewing:
1. With the system powered off, connect the system to the router using an Ethernet cable.
NOTE: You must connect the system to the router prior to turning on the system. This allows the system
and router to communicate over the network.
2. Power on the system.
• Wait for the system to boot to the main viewing window.
3. Press the Return button on the front panel to find your system's IP address.
4. Port Forward the required ports on your router using one of the following:
• Lorex Auto Port Forwarding Wizard (For details, see "Lorex Auto Port Forwarding Wizard" on
page 127).
• The AUTOPORT button in the system's network settings.
5. Setup an account at
124
ROUTER
(Not Included)
http://www.lorexddns.net
PC
(Not Included)