iCamera2 Indoor/Outdoor Camera (Automation)

iCamera2 Indoor/Outdoor Camera (Automation)

iCamera2 Indoor/Outdoor Camera (Automation)

The iCamera2 is a True Day/Night IP camera that features high definition 1280 x 720p video resolution and 802.11n WiFi connectivity. It supports H.264 Baseline, MPEG-4 and Motion-JPEG triple codec and two codec streaming simultaneously.The iCamera is a True Day/Night IP camera with VGA resolution and 802.11n WiFi connectivity. Click on the link below for a guide to pairing the iCamera to your system.
SpecificationsWhat’s In The BoxWireless SetupWired SetupJoining to the HubPhysical InstallationResetting to Factory Defaults

SPECIFICATIONS

Delivers Excellent 720p HD (1280×720) Video Quality for
Surveillance Recordings

  • Provides Dust & Water Protection with IP54 Rated Housing
  • Dual Video Streaming (H.264, MJPEG) for High-Quality Videos
  • Built-in Infrared LEDs for Night Time Illumination
  • Simplified Wireless Network Setup with WPS Function

 

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1. Light Sensor:  This is hardware sensor to detect light in your surroundings.

2. Lens:  No physical adjustment is required or possible for the lens, but you should ensure that the lens cover remain clean. The image quality is degraded if the lens cover is dirty or smudged.

3. POWER/WiFi indicator (Green)

  • On (Green) – Power is on.
  • Off – Power is off.
  • Flashing – Wifi signal-strength indication.  The LED indicates SNR for the first 5 minutes after the camera is powered on. Then it will stay solid to indicate power LED for 5 minutes when wireless setup is ready.
    • Flashing Low (flashing interval: 100ms) – WiFi signal is weak. SNR: -95 ~ -74dB
    • Flashing Middle (flashing interval: 250ms) – WiFi signal is normal. SNR: -75 ~ -60dB
    • Flashing High (flashing interval:1000ms) – WiFi signal is strong. SNR: -60 ~ -40dB

4. Network indicator (Green)

  • On – LAN/Wireless connection established.
  • Off – No active connection on the corresponding LAN port, or not associated to Wireless AP.
  •  Flashing – Data is being transmitted or received.

 

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1. LAN Port:  Use standard Ethernet cable (RJ45 connectors) to connect your iCamera2 to the router for installation and configuration. The port is also used for power connection when the camera is under wireless mode. A customized PoE (Power over Ethernet) splitter, as a Y-cable, for both Ethernet and DC Jack is provided.

2.WPS/Reset This button has two (2) functions:

  • WPS.
    • WPS PBC Mode
      • Turn on the camera without connecting the Ethernet cable.
      • Wait for three minutes, and then press and release (less then 3 seconds). The WPS LED will start blinking. Press the WPS button on the gateway within two minutes.
      • The WPS LED will be off and the Network LED will be on if the connection is successful.
    • WPS Pin Code Mode
      • Turn on the wireless camera without connecting the Ethernet cable.
      • Wait for three minutes, and then press and hold the button for over three seconds (3 ~ 10 seconds). The WPS LED will start blinking.  Get the pin code in the product label. Enter the pin code on the gateway within two minutes.
      • The WPS LED will be off and the Network LED will be on if the connection is successful.
    • Reset
      • Power On.
      • Keep holding the button down for more than 11 seconds, then release.

3. Microphone:  The microphone is turned off by default until changed by a user.

What’s In the Box

Camera Stand DC Power Adapter icam2power icam2ydongle
Camera Stand PoE Adapter AC Power Adapter Y-Cable
Ethernet Cable Dust Cap
Ethernet Cable Dust Cap

Setup (Wireless)

1.  Mount the Camera onto the camera stand by gently tightening the camera to the stand.

2.  Connect the black Ethernet cable to the LAN port on the back of the Camera.

3.  Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the ethernet end of the black PoE adapter.

4. Connect the other end of the PoE adapter to the power adapter.

5.  Plug the power adapter into a live power outlet.

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Setup (Wired)

Note:  The wired setup differs from the instructions on the mobile app.

1.  Mount the Camera onto the camera stand by gently tightening the camera to the stand.

2.  Connect the black Ethernet cable to the LAN port on the back of the Camera.

3.  Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable into the Y-cable connector labeled “Camera”

4.  Connect the other end of the Y-cable to any open LAN port on your router

5. Connect the Y-cable to the power adapter.

6.  Plug the power adapter into a live power outlet and wait for the camera to show two green lights

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Joining the Camera to the Hub

  • Once your camera is physically powered on and connected according to the directions above, launch your app and navigate to More > Manage Devices > Add Devices
  • Select “Cameras” and then “Continue”

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  • The hub will now begin searching for the camera and associating with the cloud servers

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  • Once the camera is located, you will receive a success message

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  • After selecting continue, you will have the options to rename your camera and adjust the motion sensitivity.  It is advised to leave the motion sensitivity on the lowest settings until you are able to test and determine which level is best for your application.

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Physical Installation

Mounting

NOTE:  Make sure your camera is configured and added to your system prior to permanently mounting.

Note:  For outdoor usage, make sure to install rubber sleeve over ethernet connection.

Note:  For outdoor usage, make sure to install under an eave or in other protected area

1.  Remove the plate from the bottom of the stand

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2.  Place the plate on the desired position of the wall. Screw three screws into ceiling through the holes of the plate.

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3.  Attach the stand to the plate.

Resetting to Factory Defaults

 

  • Make sure that the camera is powered on.
  • On the back side of the iCamera2, there is a small black button. Hold this button down for 30 seconds to restore the camera to default settings. DEFAULTING THE CAMERA WILL REQUIRE IT TO BE REPAIRED.

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  • When the center LED (power) and the left most LED (network) are lit and stable, the camera is ready for pairing.