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How can I see my security camera footage?

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Emily Sparks

Published Feb 19, 2026

How can I see my security camera footage?

Step 1: Double click the camera device you want to view into full screen. Step 2: Click the playback button to enter the menu. Step 3: Select the “Channel”, “Video Type” and “Start/End Time” you want to playback. Step 4: Click the “Play” button and then you can watch the CCTV footage on your TV & monitor.

How do I export footage from security cameras?

First follow the instructions on How To Watch Recorded Security Camera Video On Your Computer. Then, once you’ve found the camera security video you want, select the tick-box next to it. Click on the Download button. You can save the video file wherever you want on your computer.

What format do security cameras use?

Digital CCTV cameras directly capture images and videos as digital signals. The signals are compressed and encoded into a standard video format such as MPEG. Digital CCTV cameras usually record videos onto a hard drive or a storage server.

Can a Lorex security camera be used outside?

Some Wi-Fi models are even outdoor approved for simple front porch or entranceway monitoring. Resolution: All Lorex cameras record HD resolution footage ranging from 1080p, 2K to 4K, depending on the model. IP Ratings: The vast majority of Lorex security cameras can safely be installed outdoors.

What do you need to know about the Lorex app?

Create groups of cameras to easily monitor together. Stop the recording of any camera with a single tap. Easily adjust individual camera settings. Control Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) camera movements. Compile hours of motion activity in short video. Back-up recordings with a Lorex Cloud Subscription. See what your cameras see (or saw) from anywhere.

How does the Lorex remote video monitor work?

View live video on one monitor, while recording all channels, while also using playback and reviewing an incident on another screen, while also backing up recorded footage on to a USB stick, and at the same time remotely viewing the system on your smartphone. That’s what we call a security grade workhorse!

Why does Lorex use H.264 + video compression?

H.264+ video compression reduces data bandwidth requirements for efficient data storage, reduced network load for easy remote connectivity 1. Compatible with select 8MP, 4MP cameras, 1080p & 720p MPX cameras and standard analog cameras. For a list of compatible cameras please visit

What kind of video does the Lorex security camera take?

HD video: Lorex security cameras provide crystal clear video all the way up to 4k resolution, depending on the model. Even on lower resolution models, users will enjoy high-quality video with a ton of detail. There’s no need to worry about grainy video with a Lorex camera.

Do you need to worry about grainy video with Lorex?

There’s no need to worry about grainy video with a Lorex camera. Two-way communication: Some models provide two-way communication, which allows you to talk and listen to whoever’s on the other end.

What kind of hard disk drive does Lorex use?

Lorex systems come with at least one pre-installed 3.5″ Serial AT Attachment (SATA) hard disk drive (HDD). In the event that the pre-installed hard disk drive fails or has issues,…

Where can I get a Lorex DDNS account?

A Lorex DDNS account allows you to connect to your Lorex system from anywhere in the world using an easy-to-remember web site address that is available 24/7.