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How do I view my Lorex recordings?

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Andrew Ramirez

Published Feb 17, 2026

How do I view my Lorex recordings?

To view playback recordings using the Lorex Secure / FLIR Secure app:

  1. Launch the Lorex Secure / FLIR Secure app on your smartphone or tablet.
  2. On the Home screen, tap your camera to stream live video.
  3. Tap the History icon ( ) to display all recorded events.
  4. Scroll up / down to browse through all events.

How do I connect my Lorex to my iPhone?

To setup the Lorex netHD app for iPhone:

  1. Launch the Lorex netHD app for iPhone.
  2. Tap the Options icon ( ) and then tap the Devices icon ( ).
  3. Tap the Plus icon ( ).
  4. Configure the following:
  5. Tap the Save icon ( ).
  6. Tap Start live view to open the Live View screen and show video from your cameras.

How do I install a Lorex camera on my iPad?

For some Lorex products, you must install the iPhone app to view your cameras on iPad. Open the App Store and search for Lorex. Tap iPad Only. Select iPhone Only. The App Store will show you the Lorex apps available for iPhone. Find the app for your system and tap the cloud icon () to install the app.

How do I get Live View on my Lorex camera?

This guide applies to the following products: W281AA, W282CA, W261AS, W261AQ, LNWDB1, and V261LCD. Step 1. Launch the Lorex Home app, then tap Device Thumbnail to open Live View. Step 2. Live view your device. NOTE: On the Live View, you will see the current Date and Time.

Can a Lorex surveillance system be connected to the Internet?

Many of Lorex’s video surveillance products are capable of sharing their video signals across digital networks and the Internet, allowing access from anywhere in the world. However, many users are not familiar with the technologies needed to setup their systems for remote connectivity.

Is the Lorex remote access compatible with Internet Explorer?

This depends on which Lorex system you have. On the PC, all Lorex Vantage systems that support remote access are compatible with Internet Explorer. Some systems are bundled with remote client software, and some are compatible with other Internet browsers.

For some Lorex products, you must install the iPhone app to view your cameras on iPad. Open the App Store and search for Lorex. Tap iPad Only. Select iPhone Only. The App Store will show you the Lorex apps available for iPhone. Find the app for your system and tap the cloud icon () to install the app.

This guide applies to the following products: W281AA, W282CA, W261AS, W261AQ, LNWDB1, and V261LCD. Step 1. Launch the Lorex Home app, then tap Device Thumbnail to open Live View. Step 2. Live view your device. NOTE: On the Live View, you will see the current Date and Time.

Do you have to have Internet to use Lorex?

The DVR system, IP camera, and the router must be configured to share the video signal over the Internet. The computer and mobile phone must have Internet access and the appropriate application or web browser to connect to the devices. How do I configure my Lorex system for Internet / remote network surveillance?

Is there remote access software for Lorex vantage?

On the PC, all Lorex Vantage systems that support remote access are compatible with Internet Explorer. Some systems are bundled with remote client software, and some are compatible with other Internet browsers. Please note that you may need to install plugins to remotely access your system using an Internet browser.