CN301 Series - 4K Wired PoE Bullet Camera with Smart Security Lighting - Installation Guide

Modified on December 18, 2025

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The CN301 Series – 4K IP PoE Bullet Security Camera can be installed on any indoor or outdoor wall or ceiling for optimal coverage.

For additional support, visit the Compatibility Page or check the Lorex Help Center for setup and troubleshooting resources.


TABLE OF CONTENTS


What’s Included

  • 4K IP PoE Security Camera
  • Mounting plate
  • Mounting template
  • 3 × wall anchors
  • 3 × mounting screws
  • Weather-resistant RJ45 cable cap (gland)

Camera Placement Tips

Note: Test the camera view before final installation to ensure optimal coverage.
  • Height: Install the camera 8–10 ft (2.5–3 m) above the ground.
  • Angle: Tilt the camera slightly downward to capture faces and important details.
  • Coverage: Position the camera toward entry points such as doors, driveways, or walkways.
  • Clear view: Avoid pointing the camera at walls, trees, or reflective surfaces.
  • Night vision: Ensure no objects are too close to the lens, which could reflect IR light.

Installing the Camera

  1. Decide how you want to route the camera cable:
    • Through the wall: Drill a hole behind the mounting location.
    • Along the wall: Route the cable through the bracket’s cable notch.
  2. Use the included mounting template to mark the screw holes.

    CN301 mounting plate installation

  3. Drill the marked holes.
  4. Insert the supplied wall anchors, if required.

    CN301 mounting plate installation

  5. Secure the mounting plate using the provided screws.

    CN301 mounting plate installation

  6. Connect the camera cable, then install the weather-resistant RJ45 cable cap (gland).
  7. Align the three slots on the camera base with the three raised tabs on the mounting plate, then slide the camera downward until it clicks into place and locks securely.

    CN301 mounting plate installation

  8. Loosen the adjustment ring, adjust the camera to your desired viewing angle, then tighten the ring to secure it.

    CN301 mounting plate installation

  9. Remove the protective vinyl film from the camera lens.

Removing the Camera

  1. Press and hold the release tab labeled “PUSH” on the mounting plate.
  2. While holding the tab, slide the camera upward and pull it away from the plate.

MicroSD Card and Reset Button

The microSD card slot and reset button are located inside the microSD/reset compartment on the bottom of the camera.

Supports up to 256 GB.

Accessing the microSD Card

  1. Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the compartment cover.
  2. Remove the cover to reveal the microSD card slot and the reset button.
  3. To insert the microSD card: Slide the card into the slot until it clicks into place.
  4. To remove the microSD card: Gently press the card inward until it clicks, then release to eject.
  5. Reinstall the compartment cover and tighten both screws to maintain a weather-resistant seal.

Resetting the Camera

  1. With the compartment cover removed, locate the reset button.
  2. Press and hold the reset button for at least 10 seconds until the camera restarts.
  3. Release the button and allow the camera to reboot. The camera will be restored to factory default settings.
Resetting the camera will erase all custom settings.

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