How do I save videos from my Lorex DVR?
David Jones
Published Feb 17, 2026
How do I save videos from my Lorex DVR?
To download recorded video to your PC / Mac:
- Launch the Lorex ECO Stratus Client software on your PC / Mac.
- Click the Playback tab.
- Click the channel you want to download from and click the Download Content icon ( ).
- Select the files you want to download and click Start Download.
How do you store security camera footage?
As far as storing your surveillance footage locally, in its broadest sense, you have two options: you can either store your recordings internally inside the camera, or externally to a hard drive (generally inside a computer or CCTV DVR/NVR).
Can you transfer DVR recordings to an external hard drive?
Access your drive on the DVR by selecting “MENU”, “MultiMedia” and “My Media” then either “Recordings Transfer” or “External Hard Drive.” (Which appears depends on your model.) Select “Send to Device,” then select the recording or recordings you want to transfer, then finally select “To Archive.”
How do I view Lorex backup files?
Running Lorex Player 11
- Double-click the Lorex Player 11 ( ) icon on the desktop.
- Click the Open File to load a single video file. Click the down button next to it to load a folder with backed-up videos.
- Select the file and click Open.
- Double-click the file in the list on the right to begin playback.
What’s the best way to backup a video on Lorex?
TIP: You can use fast forward, or click-and-drag the video seek cursor to select the stop time for the clip. Click Backup to confirm. Select video file format, .avi for compatibility with common video players or H.264 for uncompressed video, compatible only with Lorex by FLIR video player software.
What can a Lorex security Recorder do simultaneously?
Lorex security recorders can do five things simultaneously. First and foremost, they will record footage. At the same time, you can view the live feeds, playback recorded footage, backup important files to a USB stick, and remotely control your system from your smartphone or tablet – all without affecting the live recordings.
Where can I download Lorex by FLIR video player?
TIP: Lorex by FLIR video player software is available for download online. Click here for more information on locating software downloads. Click Backup. Under Device List, select the USB flash drive to transfer the backup files to. Click Apply to save the settings, and then click OK to exit.
Where are the head offices of Lorex security systems?
It offers a vast array of individual products and accessories, as well as pre-assembled security camera systems. Where is Lorex located? Lorex has head offices in Markham, Ontario, Canada and in Linthicum, Maryland, USA. We also have product warehouses in Markham, Indiana and California.
What do you need to know about Lorex security system?
A security system from Lorex includes everything you need to get your system up and running right out of the box. Each camera (whether sold separately or as part of a system) includes the necessary parts to connect and mount your cameras.
Where can I download a Lorex video file?
Certain models of DVR / NVR create .dav or proprietary video files by default. To view a .dav file, download the Lorex by FLIR video player application available online for PC and Mac. Click here for more information on locating software downloads. These files can be played on most computers using readily available free software from the Internet.
What kind of cable do you need for a Lorex security camera?
Lorex offers several types of security camera systems, which each have somewhat different installation requirements: NVR systems utilizing power-over-ethernet (POE) technology only require a single Ethernet cable to connect camera and NVR. This cable provides both power and video transmission.
Where is the serial number on a Lorex security camera?
Every Lorex security camera and recorder will have a model number and a serial number. These are typically found on the reverse side of the recorder or security camera. DVR / NVR serial numbers will be displayed either above or below the barcode, starting with M/N:*****.