Connecting your camera to your property Wi-Fi network in order to set up the camera. Enrolling Your Camera on ADT Interactive Enrolling your camera onto your ADT Interactive account once the camera has a Wi-Fi connection. Positioning Your Camera Learn to optimally position your camera and understand the key considerations when picking a spot.
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1.B Install ADT Interactive via Mobile App Step 1 Download the App The ADT Interactive Security app for smart phone and tablet is available for free download from the Google Play and Apple App Store. Search for ‘ADT Interactive Security’ and install the app to your device.
Getting to Know Your Camera 2.A Identifying Your Indoor Camera (ADC-V523) Refer to the bottom of the camera and look for the Code ADC-V523. Note: Indoor Camera’s cannot be used outside as it will wear and tear due to weather conditions.
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LED is flashing blue (3 seconds) Press the WPS Button on the router. The router will connect to the wireless network. The connection is complete once the LED turns solid green. Follow the instructions under Enrolling Your Camera on your ADT Interactive Account...
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Connecting Your Camera to Wi-Fi 4B. Connecting in Access Point (AP) Mode Connect AC power adapter and plug into an outlet The camera’s LED will begin to flash white. If the LED is not white after two minutes, hold down the ‘Reset’ button until the LED is flashing white (6 seconds) Reset Button Reset Button Using your internet enabled device:...
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Select the Wi-Fi Network that the camera will connect to: Enter Wi-Fi Credentials and click ‘Submit’ The wireless connection is complete once the LED light turns a solid green Your camera is now connected to Wi-Fi. Next, follow the instructions for ‘Enrolling Your Camera on ADT Interactive’...
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Enrolling Your Camera on ADT Interactive Once the camera has a Wi-Fi connection, it will need to be enrolled on your ADT Interactive account. There are 2 possible ways to do this, follow the instructions below: Using the ADT Interactive App...
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Enrolling Your Camera on ADT Interactive 4.B Using the ADT Interactive Web Browser Log in to ADT Interactive via https://www.adtsecurity.com.au/interactive-security-login/ Note: Use the login details used to activate your ADT Interactive account in section 1 ‘ADT Interactive and Mobile App’...
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Enrolling Your Camera on ADT Interactive Add a new device: If you have previously installed a different camera: Select ‘Video’ Click on ‘Settings’ iii. Select ‘Add Video Device’ The camera should have now been discovered by the network. If no devices have been detected: Click on ’Refresh Devices’...
Consider mounting the Wi-Fi camera out of reach so that it is not in easy line of sight of a potential intruder or easily torn down. Placement is critical and upon selecting a position, use our checklist to test out the field of view using ADT Interactive in real-time before committing to the spot.
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Wi-Fi camera in a corner. Consider lighting and avoid direct bright light that may impact footage. Placement is critical and upon selecting a position, use our checklist to test out the field of view using ADT Interactive in real-time before committing.
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Ensure the camera is turned on. Open the ADT Interactive app to access and view the live video stream and thus assess the camera position. Feel free to play with angles to try and increase the field of view.
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Configuring Your Camera’s Video Analytics Calibrating your Wi-Fi Camera for Video Analytics The ADT Wi-Fi indoor and outdoor cameras can record and show you what happens from all angles. This is a lot of data to filter and manage. Luckily, you don’t need to with Video Analytics –...
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Configuring Your Camera’s Video Analytics Calibrating the Wi-Fi Camera During Video Analytics Setup Calibrate the Wi-Fi camera using the ADT Interactive app or via the web browser. If using a smart phone or tablet, the calibration can be completed by one person, otherwise you may need an extra pair of hands to support.
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Configuring Your Camera’s Video Analytics 6.B Calibrate the Wi-Fi Camera Using ADT Interactive via the Web Log into ADT Interactive using a web browser and click on ‘Video’. Click on ‘Recording rules’ and then ‘+ Add New Rule’. Click on ’Video Analytics’ and select the camera to be calibrated.
I have changed my Internet provider or Wi-Fi credentials after setting up my camera. • What do I need to consider? Access (see page 18) Can I access ADT Interactive across multiple devices at the same time? • How many users are permitted on my account? •...
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Access Can I access ADT Interactive across multiple devices at the same time? Yes. You can also set-up a different login for other members of the household so that they can view the cameras as well.
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How will I know if I have reached my monthly limit? You can find your monthly limit via your ADT Interactive Account. Use the ADT Interactive Web browser version, go to Video and click on Recording Rule. This view will give you your monthly limit and usage information.
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Troubleshooting & FAQ’s Video Analytics Why do I need Video Analytics? Video Analytics continuously scans your property and notifies you when a person, vehicle, or animal is identified. Advanced detection rules enhance perimeter security by alerting you when someone's coming or going, or even loitering on your property. With Video Analytics, you'll get enhanced notifications with thumbnail images showing people, vehicles, and animals.
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The camera is switched off Power Off The camera has a local Solid Green network connection and Connected to the connected to ADT Interactive Internet Local Internet Connection Blinking Green established but is not Local network connected to ADT Interactive...
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