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ALC AWF33-S2 User Manual

Full hd 1080p indoor pan & tilt security wi-fi camera with siren
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Full HD 1080p Indoor
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Pan & Tilt
Pan & Tilt
Security Wi-Fi Camera
Security Wi-Fi Camera
with Siren
with Siren
Waiting for
Raul's pic
User Guide
User Guide
Please read these instructions completely
Please read these instructions completely
before operating this product.
before operating this product.
Model AWF33-S2
Model AWF33-S2

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  • Page 1 Pan & Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera Security Wi-Fi Camera with Siren with Siren Waiting for Raul’s pic Model AWF33-S2 Model AWF33-S2 User Guide User Guide Please read these instructions completely Please read these instructions completely Wireless Made Simple. before operating this product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connecting Via the Android App ..................13 Connecting Via the Apple App ..................15 Installing the Door/Window Sensors.................19 ALC SightHD App Icons ....................20 To Set the Camera’s Home/Default Point(s) ..............23 To set the Door/Window Sensors Home Positions ............26 Activating and Deactivating the Alarm ................31 To Take Snapshots ......................33...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PRODUCT SAFETY: When used in the directed manner, this unit has been designed and manufactured to ensure your personal safety. Improper use of this product can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. Please read all safety and operating instructions carefully before installation and use, and keep these instructions handy for future reference.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: STRANGULATION HAZARD: Infants have STRANGLED in power cords. Keep power cords more than 3 feet away from cribs, bassinets, play yards, and other safe sleep environments for infants. IMPORTANT SERVICE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Damages caused by non-compliance with this operating manual will void the warranty! Read and Follow Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 10. Attachments - Do not use attachments unless recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause a hazard. 11. Water and Moisture - Do not cameras near water — for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool and the like.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Pan & Tilt Security Wi-Fi Camera Security Wi-Fi Camera with Siren with Siren Waiting for Raul’s pic Model AWF33-S2 Model AWF33-S2 User Guide User Guide Please read these instructions completely Please read these instructions completely Extension Cable Wireless Made Simple.

  • Page 8: Getting To Know Your Camera

    INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Camera Light Sensor Microphone (front of camera) Reset MicroSD Slot Internet Wi-Fi LED Jack AC In Jack Antenna Connector Speaker/Siren (bottom of camera) — 6 —...

  • Page 9: Installation

    INSTALLATION Installation Tips WARNING: It is not recommended to use this camera outdoors. • Before you install the camera, plan where and how it will be positioned, and where you will route the cable that connects the camera to the power adapter. •...

  • Page 10: Getting To Know Your Security System

    INSTALLATION Getting to Know Your Security System The AWF33-S2 is an upgradeable security system that comes with everything you need to start protecting your home. You can increase security at any time by adding additional sensors. The system is easily accessed anywhere in the world via Internet. The free iOS/Android App allows you to view/record video, activate/deactivate the siren manually or automatically.

  • Page 11: Installing The Camera

    INSTALLATION Installing the Camera Screw Antenna clockwise into rear of camera. If not mounting, but just using on a flat surface (desk, table, etc.), skip to step 5. Secure the multi-position Camera Bracket to a stable surface, ceiling or wall using the two screws.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION Installing the Camera To record videos you must insert a MicroSD card (not included). The MicroSD Slot is located on the rear of the camera. Connect the small end of the AC adapter to the camera’s AC In Jack. TIP: A 6 foot power extension cable is included for your camera setup if needed.

  • Page 13: Remote Access

    REMOTE ACCESS Overview This camera allows you to view live video from an iPhone , iPad , iPod Touch or Android ® ® ® smartphone or tablet. Free apps are available through the Apple App Store or Android Market/ Google Play. Up to three remote users can access live video at the same time as long as they have the Device ID (DID) Code and Security Code.

  • Page 14: Connecting To The Internet

    Download the ALC SightHD App as follows: APPLE DEVICE: From your iPhone or iPad, go to the App Store and search for ALC SightHD. ANDROID DEVICE: From your Android smartphone or tablet device, go to Google Play and search for ALC SightHD.

  • Page 15: Connecting Via The Android App

    (allow the camera up to 90 seconds to boot up). When the green Link Status indicator begins blinking, the camera is ready to be set up. Launch the ALC SightHD App and the Setup Wizard screen will appear. Tap “+” to add new system. Tap WiFi Cameras.
  • Page 16 REMOTE ACCESS Connecting Via the Android App The Manage Wi-Fi Network pop-up box will appear. Select your home network from the pull down menu, and then enter your home network’s Wireless Password. Tap OK. Tap Live View; “Wait for system to connect Countdown”...

  • Page 17: Connecting Via The Apple App

    REMOTE ACCESS Connecting Via the Apple App Plug camera into an electrical outlet and the red Power Status indicator will light (allow the camera up to 90 seconds to boot up). When the green Link Status indicator begins blinking, the camera is ready to be set up.
  • Page 18 REMOTE ACCESS Connecting Via the Apple App When asked for a password, enter, “12345678”. Tap Join to connect. Now Launch the ALC SightHD App and the Setup Wizard screen will appear indicating the setup instructions. Tap “+” to start the Wizard.
  • Page 19 REMOTE ACCESS Connecting Via the Apple App The Apple Device will now search for the camera. Once the screen indicates the camera is connected, Tap Live View. ‘HD-000011’ has been connected. — 17 —...
  • Page 20 REMOTE ACCESS Connecting Via the Apple App The system will reboot the camera, please give it up to 90 seconds, until the App finishes the count down from 90. Tap still image for live video. If camera does not connect, tap Reconnect icon.

  • Page 21: Installing The Door/Window Sensors

    REMOTE ACCESS Installing the Door/Window Sensors Pick the desired option to install the Door/Window sensors. See page 23 to set the camera’s home/default points and page 26 to install the door/window sensor home positions. The Door/Window Sensor comes with a pre-installed CR2032 battery. If it needs replacing, simply remove the cover by sliding it downwards and replace with a new CR2032 battery.

  • Page 22: Alc Sighthd App Icons

    REMOTE ACCESS ALC SightHD App Icons Main Screen A snapshot from the camera will appear when on the main screen. Tap the Play icon to access the live video screen. See the next page for icon descriptions. Live View Screen The following icons appear when on the Live View Screen.
  • Page 23 REMOTE ACCESS ALC SightHD App Icons Icon Icon Description Add System Tap this icon to enter the setup wizard; see page 13 for Android and page 15 for Apple. Camera Setting Tap this icon to access the App’s options. See below:...
  • Page 24 REMOTE ACCESS ALC SightHD App Icons Icon Icon Description Snapshot Tap to capture screen images. The snapshots will be saved into the camera roll of your mobile device. See page 33 for more details. Record Tap to record. See page 35 for more details.

  • Page 25: To Set The Camera's Home/Default Point(S)

    REMOTE ACCESS To Set the Camera’s Home/Default Point(s) From the Main screen, tap to remote view the live screen. Follow steps 2 and 3 to set the desired base location, which will be the camera’s default base home point. Usually best to set it to the center of the room.
  • Page 26 REMOTE ACCESS To Set the Camera’s Home/Default Point(s) Pan and Tilt: To move the camera, simply slide your finger across the Android or Apple Device’s screen up and down or from side to side. Tap the PTZ ( ) icon and the Record Point box will appear.
  • Page 27 REMOTE ACCESS To Set the Camera’s Home/Default Point(s) Tap the Save icon to save the current point. Repeat steps 2 through 5 to set the Point 2 and Point 3 positions. To Return to the Default positions: To return the camera to the default positions, tap the PTZ ( ) icon and then tape the desired “Go to recent...

  • Page 28: To Set The Door/Window Sensors Home Positions

    REMOTE ACCESS To set the Door/Window Sensors Home Positions Set the Window/Door Sensor Home points so when the sensor is activated, this unit will automatically go to the sensor’s home point and record for 1 minute and then return to the default position.
  • Page 29 REMOTE ACCESS To set the Door/Window Sensors Home Positions Tap on the Advanced icon. Enter your Admin password (Default was 123456 unless it was changed), then tap OK. The Advanced Settings screen will appear. — 27 —...
  • Page 30 REMOTE ACCESS To set the Door/Window Sensors Home Positions Tap on Base Settings, then tap Sensor Setup. On this screen you can tap Add Sensor Device + to add additional sensors you have purchased. Up to 6 total sensors can be connected to the camera.
  • Page 31 REMOTE ACCESS To set the Door/Window Sensors Home Positions Rename the Sensor Name if desired. Tap the Camera Pan Control icon and then set the position of the front door/ window sensor’s position using the Pan and Tilt as shown on pages 23 and 24. Tap the Save √...
  • Page 32 REMOTE ACCESS To set the Door/Window Sensors Home Positions Tap the back arrow twice (top left) to go back to the Setting screen. Save the changed settings by tapping the Save √ icon in the top right. If any changes were made, tap Yes to update the system when the notification appears.

  • Page 33: Activating And Deactivating The Alarm

    REMOTE ACCESS Activating and Deactivating the Alarm Activate (Arm) the alarm when you leave. When ARMED if the sensor trips, the camera will sound the alarm, start recording, automatically move towards the sensor and send you a push notification (depending on the App settings).
  • Page 34 REMOTE ACCESS Activating and Deactivating the Alarm If the Armed switch is blue and is labeled Disarmed, the unit is not armed. Tap the Armed switch, the Admin password pop up box will appear. Enter your Admin password (Default was 123456 unless it was changed), then tap OK.

  • Page 35: To Take Snapshots

    REMOTE ACCESS To Take Snapshots From the Main screen, tap the Play icon to access the Live Video screen. PINCH AND ZOOM: To zoom in or out, use the simple pinch and zoom gesture. — 33 —...
  • Page 36 REMOTE ACCESS To Take Snapshots Pan and Tilt: To move the camera, simply slide your finger across the Android or Apple Device’s screen up and down or from side to side. Tap the Snapshot icon to take a snapshot of the current image; “Snapshot is successful”...

  • Page 37: To Take Videos

    REMOTE ACCESS To Take Videos From the Main screen, tap the Play icon to access the Live Video screen. PINCH AND ZOOM: To zoom in or out, use the simple pinch and zoom gesture. — 35 —...

  • Page 38: Motion Recordings

    REMOTE ACCESS To Take Videos Pan and Tilt: To move the camera, simply slide your finger across the Android or Apple Device’s screen up and down or from side to side. Tap the Record icon to start recording; the Record icon will appear and the App will record for approximately one minute.

  • Page 39: To Play Videos

    REMOTE ACCESS To Play Videos From the main screen, tap the Edit Setting icon. Tap the Events icon; the “Select Event Filter” pop-up will appear. For Apple, see note below. APPLE: You must tap the Search (Magnifying glass) icon to bring up the Events screen.
  • Page 40 REMOTE ACCESS To Play Videos Select the desired Start Time/Date of the videos you want to view by tapping on the respective option (date or time) and then tapping “+” or “–” to adjust. When finished, tap Done. Repeat for Stop Time/Date, then tap OK;...
  • Page 41 REMOTE ACCESS To Play Videos Tap the video name once to play the video clip. When playing back a video, tap the Pause icon to pause the video. Tap again to resume. Tap the Mute icon to mute the sound, tap again to resume sound.

  • Page 42: To Delete Recordings

    REMOTE ACCESS To Delete Recordings Access the Events List as shown on pages 37 and 38. If using an Android device, tap the Edit Icon. If using an Apple Device, go to the next step. To Delete one file: ANDROID: Select the file you wish to delete (a check mark will appear in the box to the right of the selected file) then tap the Delete One icon.

  • Page 43: Camera Speaker Functions

    REMOTE ACCESS To Delete Recordings To delete all files, tap the Delete All icon. A pop-up box will appear asking you to confirm; tap Yes. Camera Speaker Functions MUTE/UN-MUTE: When in the SightHD App, tap the Speaker icon to hear the sound of the camera’s microphone through the SightHD App.

  • Page 44: Information Screen Options

    REMOTE ACCESS Information Screen Options From the main screen, tap the Information icon; a pop-up will appear. To view information (Version, etc.), tap About. — 42 —...
  • Page 45 Launch Settings/System Preferences from your Home screen on the Apple device. Tap Notification Center; a list of Apps will appear. Scroll down to find “ALC SightHD” App and click on it. The Setting screen displays. Turn the notification ON or OFF as desired.
  • Page 46 REMOTE ACCESS Information Screen Options To Setup the Pin Lock, tap Setup PIN Lock. TIP: Setting a PIN Lock code will prevent others from activating the app and viewing your camera images. Tap the Enable Lock When Starting switch to enable, or disable the Pin Lock.
  • Page 47 REMOTE ACCESS Information Screen Options Using the keyboard, enter a four digit code. Then confirm this exact code. Now that the Pin is set and enabled, whenever the App is opened you must enter this code. — 45 —...

  • Page 48: Setting Screen

    REMOTE ACCESS Setting Screen From the main screen, tap the Edit Setting icon. Tap the Setting icon; the System Information Screen will appear. — 46 —...
  • Page 49 REMOTE ACCESS Setting Screen On this screen you can change the name of your System (camera) and access the Advanced Settings menu. — 47 —...

  • Page 50: Advanced Settings

    REMOTE ACCESS Advanced Settings From the main screen, tap the Edit Setting icon. Tap the Setting icon; the System Information Screen will appear. — 48 —...
  • Page 51 REMOTE ACCESS Advanced Settings Tap on the Advanced button. Enter your Admin password (Default was 123456 unless it was changed), then tap OK. See the following pages for descriptions of advanced settings. — 49 —...
  • Page 52 REMOTE ACCESS Advanced Settings Tap on Base Settings and the Base setting options will appear. Perform the following on this screen: ADMIN PASSWORD: Tap to change the Admin Password from the default 123456. Admin Password is used to get into this screen. DEVICE SECURITY CODE: Tap to change the Security Code which is used to access the camera.
  • Page 53 REMOTE ACCESS Advanced Settings Tap on Video Setting and the Video setting options will appear. Perform the following on this screen: VIDEO QUALITY: Tap to set the Video Quality. Tapping Better Streaming will allow for faster video streaming, but the picture will not be as clear.
  • Page 54 REMOTE ACCESS Advanced Settings MOTION MASK: This option is only visible when the Software option under Detect Mode has been activated. This feature will allow you to mask areas of the screen from detecting motion and activating the motion detector recording for that area.
  • Page 55 REMOTE ACCESS Advanced Settings Tap on SD Card Setting and the SD Card setting options will appear. Perform the following on this screen: FORMAT SD CARD: Tap and then confirm to format the MicroSD card inserted in the camera. OVERWRITE SD CARD: Tap this switch to activate.

  • Page 56: Cloud Account Setup

    REMOTE ACCESS Cloud Account Setup The AWF33-S2 has a feature that will automatically upload recorded video files from the cameras MicroSD card to either Google Drive or Dropbox . To use this feature you must ® ® already have an existing Google Drive or Dropbox account.
  • Page 57 REMOTE ACCESS Cloud Account Setup On the Sign in screen, tap Create. To create your Cloud account, enter a valid email address and create a password. Agree to the privacy policy. Enter the verification code and tap Submit. — 55 —...
  • Page 58 REMOTE ACCESS Cloud Account Setup After creating the account, a welcome screen appears. Tap OK to dismiss the message. When the Device List appears, tap on the desired option; Google Drive or Dropbox, to create the binding. — 56 —...
  • Page 59 REMOTE ACCESS Cloud Account Setup To confirm binding, tap on the Dropbox or Google Drive icon. Now, you will need to sign in onto your Google Drive or Dropbox account. Enter your email and password and tap Sign in. Congratulations! Your Cloud setup is complete.

  • Page 60: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Cameras When dust and grime builds up on the camera lens and glass, it will affect the night vision capability. The infrared light reflects off of the dust and grime, limiting the camera’s “vision.” Use a microfiber cloth to regularly clean the camera or when night vision video is cloudy or unclear. —...

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If you have any trouble with your system, try these simple steps which should handle most common issues. Problem Possible Solution Make sure the camera’s power is on. Make sure your network supports DHCP protocol. Make sure the camera and mobile device are on the The App cannot locate the camera.

  • Page 62: Factory Default/Reset

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Solution The camera’s infrared LEDs shine invisible light that reflects off of surfaces such as glass and will cause white A white image appears at light. night. Make sure the MicroSD card is correctly inserted in the camera and formatted.

  • Page 63: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Camera Communication Range ..............500 ft (150 M) in open space Camera Resolution - Single Camera ..............1920 x 1080 Operating Temperature ...............14°F ~ 122°F (-10°C ~ 50°C) Operating Voltage ....................DC 5V, 1.5A Current Consumption ..................500 mA (MAX) Night Vision ........................35 ft Dimensions .....................4.9 x 4.0 x 3.5 in...

  • Page 64: Warranty

    WARRANTY One-Year Limited Warranty — 62 —...
  • Page 65 WARRANTY — 63 —...
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