• For your own safety, avoid using the camera or power off the camera when there is a storm or lightning. • Disconnect the power adaptor during long periods between usage. Use only the accessories and power adaptors supplied by Uniden.
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CONTENTS ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 3 OVERVIEW� ����������������������������������������������������������������������� 4 Features ................... 4 WHAT’S IN THE BOX? ����������������������������������������������������� 5 �������������� 6 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR APP CAM SPOTLIGHT INSTALLATION ��������������������������������������������������������������� 7 General Placement Considerations ......... 7 Installing the Camera ..............7 INITIAL CAMERA SETUP ����������������������������������������������� 8 Prerequisites ................8...
OVERVIEW Uniden’s App Cam Spotlight camera works with your smartphone to create a powerful home security network. No PC interface is needed to view video on your smartphone or wireless devices. The wireless App Cam Solo offers superior quality video with true colour. It is suitable for day or night time use.
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Quick Start Guide anchors Adaptor* Spotlight In the Box Model App Cam Spotlight Power Adapter Mounting Screw Kit • • Image may vary slightly from the actual product. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase immediately. Never use damaged •...
INSTALLATION General Placement Considerations • The cameras included are weatherproof and have an IP64 weather rating. Water can be sprayed on them and they will still work; however, the cameras cannot be submerged underwater. • Although the cameras can be exposed to the rain splashes, it is recommended that, if they are used outdoors, they be mounted under some type of cover like a patio overhang or eave.
• You must have an available Wi-Fi-enabled Smartphone (Android or iOS smartphone). • The App Cam Spotlight and your mobile device must within the same Wi-Fi network range for initial setup (ideally within 3m from the router). • Wi-Fi router connection is 2.4GHz and password if any.
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5. Enter the local Wi-Fi router password on the pop-up then tap next. 6. Enter the camera default password: ‘000000’ then tap “save” to complete the connection. 7. Once the camera is connected to the Wi-Fi router successfully, please make sure the status is ‘connected’. If the network is not stable, the camera will lost connection, please press and pull down the screen, the connection will refresh automatically.
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8. Tap the camera icon and you will be prompt to modify the camera password to a more secure password. 9. Please input 8-16 characters with a mix of alphabetic characters and numbers and tap “save” to save your new password. 10.
Option 2: Access Point Connection 1. Make sure the power LED of the camera is in fast flash mode. 2. Press the reset button on the back of the camera to solid green mode. 3. Go to your smartphone Wi-Fi setting and connect to the camera Access Point (no password needed).
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6. Choose from one of the 3 steps: i) Search Local Network • Select “Search in Local Network”. • It will automatically search the camera Device ID (DID) and display the camera name and Device ID (DID). • Select the Device ID and enter the camera default password: ‘000000’...
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ii) Scan QR Code • Select “QR Code Scan”. • Scan the QR Code on the back of the camera to retrieve the camera name and Device ID (DID). • Enter the camera default password: ‘000000’ and save the password. iii) Manual Input •...
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7. Tap the camera icon and you will be prompt to modify the camera password to a more secure password If the network is not stable, the camera will lost connection, please press and pull down the screen, the connection will refresh automatically. 8.
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9. Tap the camera icon again for view video stream. Tap to go to advance setting. 10. Select WLAN networks and select your desired 2.4GHz network that you wish the camera connect to.
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11. Enter the correct Wi-Fi password and tap join. Wait for the power LED turn to slow flash mode, you will be able to view video stream from the app.
Icon/Option Function Live View Icon/Button Tap to take a snapshot in Live View. Tap on this icon to view the saved snapshots. Tap to turn on/off audio. Tap and Press and hold to talk through the camera. Release to listen for a response. Go to event list to view/playback the recorded files.
Camera Name Selected camera name. Selected camera device ID. Firmware Version Selected camera current firmware version Library Version Selected camera current file management version. Camera Firmware Upgrade Tap to check whether your camera has the latest firmware. Any new firmware is to improve the reliability and functionality of your device. Change Password Tap to change the password of your camera.
Time Zone Tap to select the correct time zone from the menu for your camera. You can enable Daylight Saving Time if your area practices DST. WLAN Networks When your Smartphone and camera are in direct connection, you can use WLAN network to choose a local router for the camera, and change the camera to Wi-Fi mode.
User Interface for iPhone and Android Phones might differ in terms of icons layout and functionality and may change without notice� As the Uniden App is constantly under development to enrich user experience, the icons/screens shown in this QSG may vary slightly from the actual app.
TROUBLESHOOTING If you have any trouble with your system, try these simple steps. If you are still having a problem or have a question with your camera, visit Uniden website at www.uniden.com.au or call Uniden for assistance. If��� Try This���...
SPECIFICATION Item Specification Power supply DC 9V/2A Wi-Fi Frequency range 2.412GHz-2.462GHz(Channel 1-11) Wi-Fi Security WPAPSK Wi-Fi Standard IEEE 802.11b/g/n Video Encode H.264, 720P Image Sensor Type CMOS Image Sensor Wi-Fi transmitting power 11b:<18dBm 11g:<14dBm 11n:<13dBm Receive Sensitivity 11M: -86dBm@8% 54M: -73dBm@10% 130M : -66dBm@10% Transmission distance 50m line of sight...
(“Uniden Aust”). Terms of Warranty: Uniden Aust warrants to the original retail purchaser only that the App Cam Spotlight (“the Product”), will be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship for the duration of the warranty period, subject to the limitations and exclusions set out below.
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Product does not conform with this warranty, you should deliver the Product, together with satisfactory evidence of your original purchase (such as a legible copy of the sales docket) to Uniden at the address shown below. You should contact Uniden regarding any compensation that may be payable for your expenses incurred in making a warranty claim.
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