Wow I don’t know how exactly I found this but it seems exactly what we’re looking for. No monthly fees, clear reliable security camera, flood lights and the ability to talk through the camera and sound an alarm
Hi Daryl, apologies for the tardy reply. There's a wired or wireless 2K Lorex model, which doesn't require a subscription fee to go back in time to see who was at your door (like Ring and Google)
Thanks for the review Mark. Question for you, which is driving me nuts…. The home center has a nice big camera built right into the top of the home center. The home center connects to the Lorex home app. Does the home center not have a camera and ability to view the immediate area in front of the home center inside your house? The home center is not compatible with our new wireless doorbell from Lorex (which is annoying) but figured if we were able to use the home center to at least be able to communicate to our children inside the house from our Lorex app when outside of the house, that would be at least a side benefit. Otherwise this thing has been essentially useless for us…. If you know of any way to use the built in camera for anything other than face recognition, that would be helpful to know. I can’t figure it out. Thanks
Hi Mark, I going to change my new cell phone. I am wondering if the recent Lorex Indoor Camera, model: W2820CA-2 could be used with the new phone. Please show me how to reset it. Thanks. L.Mai
Marc, thinking of getting Lorex Smart Home Security Center with 1080p Outdoor Wi-Fi Cameras. I know there is a live view but can I live view the whole day, like for live continuous monitoring? Thx
From Lorex: Yes, you can live stream the camera continuously. You will need to configure Screen Saver Setting and Security Setting: 1.Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Screen Saver Settings. -Disable the screensaver -Never in Display Time-Out. 2.Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Security Settings. -Need to Turn Off Require passcode to unlock or Face Unlock.
Do you know what the typical battery life before re-charging is for the outdoor wireless cameras? Particularly interested in life of the batteries during the winter where it can go below zero degrees Fahrenheit. I realize the amount of motion detected will somewhat determine the life, but are we talking weeks or months? Thanks!
I currently own Lorex and love the overall system. My only gripe is that monitor, it's over price. I bought the Ecoshow second gen and it essentially acts the same for far less money. Especially when Amazon has it's sales.
Do the tear drop indoor camera connect with the hub or are they only viewable through the app. Another reviewer said she couldn't get them connected to the hub.. thanks!
hi, i just bought the L871T8. 2 camera , do i have to add both cameras with different device pass words. i have been trying to find a vedeo on the set up from start to finish, but cant find one. if you can help me that would be great. cause only 1 camera is working and dont know what to do. thanks in advance
Sure thing. Tap the icon to select one or multiple recordings, then select all recordings in the current list. When you have selected one or more recordings, tap the delete icon to delete selected recordings.
Answer: The Home Center needs a power outlet for power and there are 3 options for connection - find attached for reference. The user can also access the camera’s from anywhere using the Lorex Home app.
I have a 4K Ultra HD IP 16-Channel NVR System. Is this compatible with wireless 2k cameras if I purchase without the hub? Same thing with flood lights?
Yes, this system gives you 3 connectivity options; wi-fi, wired, and offline. You can easily connect your Cat6 cable to the rear Ethernet port of the Lorex Smart Home Security Center. You will have full functionality and compatibility with your Lorex devices, regardless of the connectivity option you choose.
I watched your review but did not get the answer I was looking for I wanted to know if the Lorax home center sounds in the event of an intrusion a loud siren or something
Hi James. I asked the company. The Home Center has a chime that can be set based on person/vehicle/motion detection and that the volume of the Home Center can be adjusted, however there is no siren that will activate on the Home Center itself. Depending on the cameras paired to the Home Center, those can have a siren that can be set for motion detection or active via the app.
Marc I was hoping you can advise me on which Lorex product I can upgrade to. I currently own the Lorex EcoStratus system with the wi-fi camera, but the cameras are wired for power, thus no need for batteries which I like. Could you suggest a new Lorex product for me with the same functionality i.e. DVR Recorder constant monitoring, WiFi Cameras which are wired for power. Thanks in Advance S
from Lorex: These are battery-operated cameras (U471), as a result, the camera will go to sleep to conserve battery. Connecting the camera to wired power, only charges the battery, unfortunately, does not change it to a wired camera.
I recently purchased a Lorex package, the wired 4K cameras & the floodlight WiFi camera. I haven’t been able to install the wired cameras as of yet, but the floodlight is installed, I don’t think the picture quality is all that good, it’s a lil blurry but it’ll do, my issue is this thing goes off for every little movement, I’ve set it to the lowest number in motion detection & still a month flys by & I’ll get 30 notifications at night, it’s very annoying. Is there a way to fix it so that flying bugs aren’t constantly setting it off?
Hi @Marc Salzman, biggest problem is that there is no motion activated siren. Other companies like Arlo integrates motion-activated siren feature. It's not enough just to have a remotely triggered siren that you need to manually turn on. If you are asleep at night and someone breaks into your home and your camera picks up motion and sends a notification chime to your phone, that's not enough. What would be good is that it actually triggers an alarm when motion is detected in your home or for window sensor if a window is opened that wakes you up and scares off the burglar. Absolutely unacceptable for such Advanced Camera security system not to have such a basic feature. Really would love Lorex but this is disappointing 😞
Will the storage card keep info on it. I think my son snuck out and all I see is a white hat come by the camera and no body???! Is it possible to cut people out of the videos?
This was very high level and definitely not "Everything you need to know". Lots of questions remaining after viewing this so looking elsewhere more a more comprehensive treatment.
Lorex technical support/customer service is atrocious. Ask me why. I pray you don’t run into any issues with your system, the ensuing “support” calls with tech support will leave you cornered, no resolution and questioning humanity.
hi Adrian, thanks for the feedback. I've never needed their support, but I reached out to them with your comment, so let me see if I can see what happened.
they refuse to give support and to make things right there night cameras do NOT work at night the sales person sold me cameras that do not work at night and they refuse to trade them for ones that will work at night. just BEWARE OF WHAT YOU GET FROM THEM
Wow I don’t know how exactly I found this but it seems exactly what we’re looking for. No monthly fees, clear reliable security camera, flood lights and the ability to talk through the camera and sound an alarm
Hi Mark. Is two way talk available through the home center, or only through my cell phone?
yes, you can, thanks Robert
I just have a question before I purchase can I see the live footage if I go on a trip out of town ? Or do I haft to be in close range to still view
you can check in on the Lorex app for free, from anywhere!
Excellent review Mark. What video doorbell would you recommend wired version & best place to purchase?
Hi Daryl, apologies for the tardy reply. There's a wired or wireless 2K Lorex model, which doesn't require a subscription fee to go back in time to see who was at your door (like Ring and Google)
Thanks for the review Mark. Question for you, which is driving me nuts…. The home center has a nice big camera built right into the top of the home center. The home center connects to the Lorex home app. Does the home center not have a camera and ability to view the immediate area in front of the home center inside your house? The home center is not compatible with our new wireless doorbell from Lorex (which is annoying) but figured if we were able to use the home center to at least be able to communicate to our children inside the house from our Lorex app when outside of the house, that would be at least a side benefit. Otherwise this thing has been essentially useless for us…. If you know of any way to use the built in camera for anything other than face recognition, that would be helpful to know. I can’t figure it out. Thanks
awaiting an answer from Lorex, thank you
Hi Mark, I going to change my new cell phone. I am wondering if the recent Lorex Indoor Camera, model: W2820CA-2 could be used with the new phone. Please show me how to reset it. Thanks. L.Mai
yes, it will work via the Lorex app for iPhone or Android 👍👍
@@MarcSaltzman Thanks Marc
Marc, thinking of getting Lorex Smart Home Security Center with 1080p Outdoor Wi-Fi Cameras. I know there is a live view but can I live view the whole day, like for live continuous monitoring? Thx
From Lorex:
Yes, you can live stream the camera continuously.
You will need to configure Screen Saver Setting and Security Setting:
1.Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Screen Saver Settings.
-Disable the screensaver
-Never in Display Time-Out.
2.Go to Home Screen > Device Settings > Security Settings.
-Need to Turn Off Require passcode to unlock or Face Unlock.
Can you add multiple lorex home center to one home..I.e. have a home center in the office and one in the kitchen
Do you know what the typical battery life before re-charging is for the outdoor wireless cameras? Particularly interested in life of the batteries during the winter where it can go below zero degrees Fahrenheit. I realize the amount of motion detected will somewhat determine the life, but are we talking weeks or months? Thanks!
asking Lorex for you!
Mine lasts a few months and is constantly turning on and off from cars driving by down our alley
@@darin5294 Lorex says this is best handled by calling their tech support to assist in troubleshooting. I believe the number is 1.888.425.6739
Do you know if I am able to view my current Lorex NVR Cameras with this monitor ?
I believe so but confirming with Lorex, hang tight!
I currently own Lorex and love the overall system. My only gripe is that monitor, it's over price. I bought the Ecoshow second gen and it essentially acts the same for far less money. Especially when Amazon has it's sales.
I hear ya. Good feedback for the company. Will pass it on. Thanks for taking the time to write.
Thank you for this post! It will connect to all of my cameras just like the Lorex monitor would do? If so I will look into the Echoshow
@@darin5294 only individually.
@@darin5294 confirming for you but I think you only need individual cameras and not the entire security system (with monitor)
@@MoY206 Thank you!
Do the tear drop indoor camera connect with the hub or are they only viewable through the app. Another reviewer said she couldn't get them connected to the hub.. thanks!
yes, they work both with the hub and the app
awesome video thanks for sharing
thank you
hi, i just bought the L871T8. 2 camera , do i have to add both cameras with different device pass words. i have been trying to find a vedeo on the set up from start to finish, but cant find one. if you can help me that would be great. cause only 1 camera is working and dont know what to do. thanks in advance
how do you delete events
Sure thing. Tap the icon to select one or multiple recordings, then select all recordings in the current list. When you have selected one or more recordings, tap the delete icon to delete selected recordings.
Is the Home center online and if so can it be used anywhere??
finding out for you
Answer: The Home Center needs a power outlet for power and there are 3 options for connection - find attached for reference. The user can also access the camera’s from anywhere using the Lorex Home app.
Can you use the screen thing with another NVR from lorex?
no, only tied to the hub
I have a 4K Ultra HD IP 16-Channel NVR System.
Is this compatible with wireless 2k cameras if I purchase without the hub?
Same thing with flood lights?
If I have the wired camera, can I connect it to the lorex monitor ?
Hello Marc how can I set up my wired CAT6 cameras with to this Lorex system
I asked Lorex to confirm, but I think you just plug the Ethernet in the back of the hub.
I need wired wide angle HD camera , Any Suggestions????
marc i like this set up with this small screen but i have my system wired in Cat.6 can this system work with my set up
Yes, this system gives you 3 connectivity options; wi-fi, wired, and offline. You can easily connect your Cat6 cable to the rear Ethernet port of the Lorex Smart Home Security Center. You will have full functionality and compatibility with your Lorex devices, regardless of the connectivity option you choose.
@@MarcSaltzman what kind of wired cameras are best with this system?
Thank You for your Help
Can you show a detailed drawing on how this will work please
Thank You
I watched your review but did not get the answer I was looking for I wanted to know if the Lorax home center sounds in the event of an intrusion a loud siren or something
Hi James. I asked the company. The Home Center has a chime that can be set based on person/vehicle/motion detection and that the volume of the Home Center can be adjusted, however there is no siren that will activate on the Home Center itself. Depending on the cameras paired to the Home Center, those can have a siren that can be set for motion detection or active via the app.
Marc I was hoping you can advise me on which Lorex product I can upgrade to. I currently own the Lorex EcoStratus system with the wi-fi camera, but the cameras are wired for power, thus no need for batteries which I like.
Could you suggest a new Lorex product for me with the same functionality i.e. DVR Recorder constant monitoring, WiFi Cameras which are wired for power.
Thanks in Advance
S
so sorry I missed this Sean
I wish the wireless cameras wouldn't go to sleep after a couple of minutes, even when powered/charging with USB cord..
thanks Frank, I am not experiencing this and so I asked Lorex about it just now. Hang tight!
which camera are you referring to? Lorex asked me to ask you
@@MarcSaltzman it's the Lorex Smart Home Security Center. HC64A2U-E
@@frankthetank3342 thanks
from Lorex: These are battery-operated cameras (U471), as a result, the camera will go to sleep to conserve battery. Connecting the camera to wired power, only charges the battery, unfortunately, does not change it to a wired camera.
I recently purchased a Lorex package, the wired 4K cameras & the floodlight WiFi camera. I haven’t been able to install the wired cameras as of yet, but the floodlight is installed, I don’t think the picture quality is all that good, it’s a lil blurry but it’ll do, my issue is this thing goes off for every little movement, I’ve set it to the lowest number in motion detection & still a month flys by & I’ll get 30 notifications at night, it’s very annoying. Is there a way to fix it so that flying bugs aren’t constantly setting it off?
will ask, Jennifer, thanks for the note. Flipping an email to the company now.
Hi @Marc Salzman, biggest problem is that there is no motion activated siren. Other companies like Arlo integrates motion-activated siren feature. It's not enough just to have a remotely triggered siren that you need to manually turn on. If you are asleep at night and someone breaks into your home and your camera picks up motion and sends a notification chime to your phone, that's not enough. What would be good is that it actually triggers an alarm when motion is detected in your home or for window sensor if a window is opened that wakes you up and scares off the burglar. Absolutely unacceptable for such Advanced Camera security system not to have such a basic feature. Really would love Lorex but this is disappointing 😞
asked the company about this, thanks Kes
@@MarcSaltzman yes please. I'm very interested to hear the response
Great review! Thanks Mark.
Glad you liked it! Thanks Greg.
What’s your opinion of the newer model 2k battery operated system?
ack, sorry I missed this!
How can I talk to you about buying this
I don't work for the company but happy to answer any questions you have?
@@MarcSaltzman home owner
Not sure what I need , 2 camera easy install by me , 4k mdv …. Sound and motion no subscription
The reset botton from my camera is not prairing after i recharge the battery, what could b the problem?
asking for you
Hi Maria, Lorex suggested to please reach out to Lorex’s tech support to assist in troubleshooting. I believe the number is 1.888.425.6739
Is a Nvr needed to run that
Nope, it *is* an NVR. It has some local storage and you can add more, if you like
What do I need to do to increase the storage of the viewing unit?
simply pop in a bigger storage card if you like, which are quite affordable
Will the storage card keep info on it. I think my son snuck out and all
I see is a white hat come by the camera and no body???! Is it possible to cut people out of the videos?
where is the solar panel
can you get this in Europe ?
will find out!
Reolink for Life! 💪
Lorex camera are known to turn off for whatever reason. Offline mode will not keep you secured. Had more security with a 40$ Wyse cam
This was very high level and definitely not "Everything you need to know". Lots of questions remaining after viewing this so looking elsewhere more a more comprehensive treatment.
sorry, Bruno. good point, man!
Lorex technical support/customer service is atrocious. Ask me why. I pray you don’t run into any issues with your system, the ensuing “support” calls with tech support will leave you cornered, no resolution and questioning humanity.
hi Adrian, thanks for the feedback. I've never needed their support, but I reached out to them with your comment, so let me see if I can see what happened.
I love my lorex gear but I can attest to this as well. I got the “have you tried unplugging it and plugging it back in” advice over and over again.
they refuse to give support and to make things right there night cameras do NOT work at night the sales person sold me cameras that do not work at night and they refuse to trade them for ones that will work at night. just BEWARE OF WHAT YOU GET FROM THEM