Nest Cam IQ Outdoor Installation Guide

In the box

Nest Cam IQ's power adapter is not weatherproof and should only be plugged into an indoor outlet

What you'll need

• Wi-Fi and a working broadband internet connection with at least 2 Mbps upload speed DSL connections may not have enough bandwidth
• A compatible phone or tablet with Bluetooth 4 0
• A Nest Account
• An indoor power outlet
• A power drill with Phillips driver bit

Other items you may need

• Drill bits (3/32" for pilot holes, 7/32" for wall anchors, 1/2" for cable hole)
• Caulk to seal the wall plate

Do this first

Turn on Nest Cam IQ indoors

Push the latch to unlock the cable before trying to remove it

Start by turning on your camera inside your home to get it set up before you take it outside

Plug the end of the power cable with the gray ring into the base of your camera It will click into place

Plug the other end into the power adapter

Then plug the adapter into an indoor power outlet close to your Wi-Fi router Your Nest Cam IQ will turn on and its light ring will turn blue.

Connect it to the app

If you're new to Nest:

• Get the Nest app from the App Store or Google Play ®
  
  
• Open the app and tap "Sign up" to create an account
• Then tap Add If you already have a Nest Account:
• Tap the Settings icon in the top-right corner of the app home screen
• Then tap "Add product"

The app will guide you through a few steps You'll scan the camera's QR code, name your camera, and connect it your Wi-Fi network If you need help, go to nest.com/pair

Test your camera's video streaming outside

Keep your camera plugged into an outlet and take it outside Hold it where you'd like to mount it and check to make sure it's streaming video to the Nest app.

If you don't see video, the Wi-Fi may not be strong enough there – you'll need to find a different spot or move your Wi-Fi router → See location tips

Plan the cable path

Before you mount your camera, measure the cable along the route where you'll be installing it You can disconnect your camera from the cable to make it easier to measure

If there's an existing opening, you may be able to run the cable through it to the outside If not, you can use a ½" bit to drill a hole for the cable Make sure you know where all in-wall pipes and electrical wires are before drilling.

Mount your camera

Install the wall plate

Use a 3/32" drill bit to drill pilot holes for the screws

If the wall is made of a hard material like brick or stucco, you may need to use the included wall anchors to hold the screws Use a 7/32" bit for the anchors

Spread caulk around the edge of the wall plate before installing to seal it Leave a small open space at the bottom for water to drain out

• If you're installing the camera directly over the cable hole (see illustration), mount the wall plate over the hole and route the cable through the center hole
• If you're running the cable along the wall before it goes inside, mount the wall plate where you want and route the cable through the notch in the wall plate

Attach the camera

• Plug the end of the power cable that has the gray rubber ring into the base of your camera It will click into place
• Then push the camera base into the wall plate until it clicks into place
• Your Nest Cam will turn on and reconnect to Wi-Fi
• Check your camera's video feed with the Nest app and adjust the camera angle if needed

Install the cable

Secure the cable using as many of the included cable clips as you need

For a clean looking installation, try to route the cable along a ledge or corner You can also paint the cable and the clips to match your home Do not paint the camera

Using your Nest Cam

For help getting started, learning about Nest Cam IQ features, tips and more, go to nest.com/camerabasics

If you ever need to unmount your camera, you can use the included hex key to disconnect it from the wall plate.

Safety

PLACEMENT GUIDELINES
To avoid risk of overheating and burns:
Use only in temperatures between –40° and 113°F (–40° to 45°C)
Do not block airflow to Nest Cam IQ

To avoid risk of fire and shock:
Use only provided power cable and power adapter.
Install in accordance with building and installation codes where you live

To avoid risk of other serious injury:
Keep camera and all components out of the reach of children and pets.

For more information on safety go to nest com/camsafety