Luma 300 Series Cube Installation Manual

Wireless hd surveillance camera with microphone

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300 Series Cube
Wireless HD Surveillance Camera
with Microphone
Installation
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  • Page 1 300 Series Cube Wireless HD Surveillance Camera with Microphone Installation Manual...
  • Page 2: Required Equipment

    This allows you to use OvrC, a powerful remote maintenance tool. See OvrC.com for details. In addition, your client can use the Luma Surveillance mobile app to check on the camera from anywhere. For installation using this guide, you must be able to access this camera through a personal computer. If your surveillance system is not on a network, you’ll have to use the NVR’s local interface for installation.
  • Page 3: Safety Tips

    Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Safety Tips Handle this device with care. Do not strike or shake this device. Do not operate this device beyond its specified power source ratings. Protect the power cord from being stepped on or pinched, particularly where it connects to the device and to the power outlet.
  • Page 4: Installation

    Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Installation Before you start, ensure that the device is in good condition and all the assembly parts are included. Also ensure that your recorder (if you are using one) has the very latest firmware. Use OvrC to update the firmware, or consult your NVR manual.
  • Page 5: Your Camera

    Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Your Camera Before installing, familiarize yourself with the parts of your camera. Front Rear Stand SD Card Slot Lens Alarm Ethernet Terminal Port Indicator Lights Passive Infrared Sensor 12V DC Reset Power Microphone...
  • Page 6 Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Wired Installation (with an NVR) If you are installing with an NVR, follow these instructions. Otherwise, follow the instructions starting on the next page. 1. Ensure your NVR has the latest firmware. If it does not, your NVR may be unable to locate and activate your camera.
  • Page 7 Use a network cable to connect your camera to a PoE port on your switch (the network should consist of a router, a switch, your laptop and of course the IP camera). Run the Luma Utility on your PC. The Luma Utility searches for attached Luma Surveillance devices. If your camera does not appear, check the connection, ensure the camera is powered up, then click the Refresh button.
  • Page 8: Activate The Camera

    Click on the entry for your camera to view its details. If the camera is inactive, use the text boxes at the lower right of the Luma utility window to activate the camera by creating a new secure password. Alternatively, double-click on the IP address in your camera’s entry (or copy the address in your browser) to launch the web interface.
  • Page 9 Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Adding the Camera to OvrC On your OvrC home page, go to the account in question, then click the Add Devices button. It searches for any unclaimed devices on the network, so you should see a + at the right side of the highlighted entry for surveillance.
  • Page 10 9. After the camera boots up, navigate to the camera using the IP address indicated by the Luma utility. Go to Configure This Computer > Basic Network Settings and set the IPv4 addresses to Static under the LAN section as well as the WLAN section.
  • Page 11: Pbc Mode

    Alternate Connection Methods If you do not want to enter the router or access point password, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). The Luma Cube supports two modes for WPS connection: PCB and PIN. PBC Mode In Push-Button Configuration, you must simply push a button (either actual or virtual) on both the router / access point and the Wi-Fi camera.
  • Page 12: Pin Mode

    Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera PIN Mode PIN mode requires you to enter a personal identification number (PIN) to connect the network. 1. Go to Configure This Computer > Advanced Network Settings > Wi-Fi 2. Check the Enabled box.
  • Page 13: Edit The Network Settings

    The HTTP port defaults to 80. It lets you to access your camera through the web. The server port defaults to 8000. The Luma mobile app uses it. For security reasons, change your ports and record the new numbers. Consult your manual for reserved port numbers to avoid.
  • Page 14: Physical Installation

    Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Physical Installation 1. If you intend to secure the camera’s base to a wall, drill pilot holes for your screws using the supplied template shown. Ensure that the template is upright when drilling.
  • Page 15 Log in as admin using the password you created. You might get a pop-up message that asks whether you want to run the Luma Web Components plug-in. You must allow the plug-in to access your system over the web.
  • Page 16: Set Up Dynamic Dns

    Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Set Up Dynamic DNS DDNS allows you to connect to your surveillance system from anywhere, via the Internet, using a web address that’s easy to remember. Click on the Settings Menu icon (page 15) and navigate to Basic Network Settings > DDNS.
  • Page 17: Add Additional Users

    Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Add Additional Users Click on User Management. Click the Add button. Enter the new account’s user name and password. Account names can be up to 32 characters long. If you are using an NVR, to ensure compatibility with the NVR’s local interface, user names should contain numbers and letters only.
  • Page 18 Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Calibrate the Camera’s Clock Click on System Settings > Time Settings. At the top, choose your time zone. By default, the system uses network time protocol (NTP) to synchronize your system to Coordinated Universal Time.
  • Page 19: Maintenance Notes

    Luma 300 Series Wi-Fi Cube IP Camera Maintenance Notes Indicator Lights The camera has three indicator lights that are useful for troubleshooting purposes. From top to bottom, these are: Alarm: This shows solid red when the camera is armed, and solid blue when the camera is unarmed.
  • Page 20: Year Limited Warranty

    3-Year Limited Warranty This Luma Surveillance™ product has a 3-Year Limited Warranty. This warranty includes parts and labor repairs on all components found to be defective in material or workmanship under normal conditions of use. This warranty shall not apply to products that have been abused, modified or disassembled.

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