U3 Series - Lorex Connect U3 2K+ or 4K POE Bullet Camera- Installation Guide
April 30, 2026
The U3 Series – CN201 2K+ IP PoE Bullet Camera and the U3 Series – CN251 4K IP PoE Bullet 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 template
3 × wall anchors
3 × mounting screws
Weather-resistant RJ45 cable cap (gland)
Overview
Warning light
Camera lens
Microphone
Cable notch
Adjustment ring
Camera angle hinge
Reset button and microSD card cover
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
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.
Use the included mounting template to mark the screw holes.
Drill the marked holes.
Insert the supplied wall anchors, if required.
Secure the camera using the provided screws.
Connect the camera cable, then install the weather-resistant RJ45 cable cap (gland).
Loosen the adjustment ring, adjust the camera to the desired viewing angle, then tighten the ring to secure it.
Remove the protective vinyl film from the camera lens.
Removing the Camera
Disconnect the camera cable.
Remove the screws from the camera to dismount it.
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
Use a screwdriver to remove the two screws securing the compartment cover.
Remove the cover to reveal the microSD card slot and the reset button .
To insert the microSD card: Slide the card into the slot until it clicks into place.
To remove the microSD card: Gently press the card inward until it clicks, then release to eject.
Reinstall the compartment cover and tighten both screws to maintain a weather-resistant seal.
Resetting the Camera
With the compartment cover removed, locate the reset button .
Press and hold the reset button for at least 10 seconds until the camera restarts.
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.