Ezviz HB8 Manual

Overview

Package Contents

The power adapter's appearance is subject to the one you have bought.

Basics

Name	Description
LED Indicator		Solid Blue: Camera starting up or being live viewed in the EZVIZ app.
		Fast-flashing Blue: Camera ready for network configuration.
		Slow-flashing Blue: Camera working properly.
		Slow-flashing Red: Network exception.
		Fast-flashing Red: Camera exception./Battery low.
		Solid Green: Camera fully charged.
		Slow-flashing Green: Charging.
AOV Mark	It means the device is equipped with EZVIZ's latest Always-On Video (AOV) feature to enable 24/7 recording on a battery-powered camera for extended peace of mind.
Micro SD Card Slot	Insert a micro SD card (sold separately) into this slot. Initialize the card in the EZVIZ app before using it. Recommended compatibility: Class 10, maximum space 512GB.
RESET Button	When the camera is working, press and hold for about 4s and all parameters will be restored to default settings.
Power Port	For charging the camera.
Power Button	Power on: Press and hold for 2 seconds in shut-down state. Power off: Press and hold for 4 seconds to power off the camera.

Setup

Follow the steps below to set your camera:

1. Get the EZVIZ app, and log in to your EZVIZ app account.
2. Power on the camera.
3. Add the camera to your EZVIZ account.

Get the EZVIZ App

1. Connect your mobile phone to Wi-Fi (suggested).
2. Download and install the EZVIZ app by searching for "EZVIZ" in the App Store or Google Play.
3. Launch the app and register an EZVIZ user account.

EZVIZ App

If you have already used the app, please make sure that it is the latest version. To find out if an update is available, go to the app store and search for "EZVIZ".

Power on the Unit

1. Open the silicone cover on the camera.
   
2. In the shutdown state, press and hold the power button for 2 seconds to power on.
3. Place the cover back on.

If the camera is out of battery, connect it to power outlet, or connect the camera to a solar panel or solar panel with battery storage (sold separately) for charging.

Option 1: Connect the camera to a power outlet with a power adapter (5V 2A; sold separately) for charging.

• Before connecting the camera to a power outlet for charging, remove the camera from the wall.
• It is not allowed to charge the camera with power adapter outdoors.
• The power outlet shall be installed near the power adapter and shall be easily accessible.

Option 2: Connect the camera to a solar panel for charging.
If you purchased the kit, the solar panel is provided together with the camera; otherwise, the solar panel is sold separately.

Option 3: Connect the camera to a solar with battery storage (sold separately) for charging.

• Please do not charge the camera when the temperature exceeds 50 degrees or below 0 degrees.
• When charging, the camera will be automatically turned on.

Add the Unit to Your EZVIZ Account

After the camera is powered on, the LED indicator flashing blue quickly indicates that the camera is powered on and ready for Wi-Fi configuration.

1. Log in to your EZVIZ app account.
2. On the Home screen, tap "+" on the upper-right corner to go to the Scan QR Code interface.
3. Scan the QR code on the Quick Start Guide cover or on the body of the camera.
   
4. Follow the EZVIZ app wizard to finish Wi-Fi configuration and add the device to your EZVIZ account.

• Please connect your camera to the Wi-Fi network to which your mobile phone has been connected.
• If the camera fails to connect your Wi-Fi network, press and hold the RESET button for about 4s to restart the camera and repeat the steps above.
• If you want to connect the camera to another Wi-Fi network, go to Settings > Network Settings in EZVIZ App to change the Wi-Fi network.

Camera Installation

Micro SD Card Installation

(Optional)

1. Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws on the black plastic cover on the camera.
   
2. Remove the cover from the camera.
   
3. Insert a micro SD card (sold separately) into the card slot.
4. Place the cover back on.
5. Use the screwdriver to tighten the screws back on the cover.

After installing the micro SD card, you should initialize the card in the EZVIZ app before using it.

6. In the EZVIZ app, tap Storage Status in the Device Settings interface to check the SD card status.
7. If the micro SD card status displays as Uninitialized, tap to initialize it.

The status will then change to Normal and then videos can be stored.

Installation Location

Choose a location with a clear, unblocked field of view and with a good wireless signal to the camera. Please keep the following tips in mind.

• Make sure the wall is strong enough to withstand three times the weight of the camera.
• Recommended installation height: 10.0 ft (3 m).
• Detection distance range: 6.5-29.53 ft (2-9m).
• Make sure that side-to-side traffic crosses camera's field of view. The camera's motion sensor is much more sensitive to side-to-side movement across its field of view than to movement directly toward or away from the camera.
  

Limited by PIR detection technology, the camera may fail to detect motion when environment temperature is close to human body temperature or someone approaches the PIR sensor vertically.

• It is recommended to set detection sensitivity on the EZVIZ app when selecting location. Thus you can verify if motion can be detected in the camera's placement and adjust the sensitivity based on the size and distance of detected object.

Important Notes on Reducing Too Many Alarms:

• Do not install the camera under strong light conditions, including sunshine, bright lamp lights, etc.
• Do not place the camera near any outlets, including the air conditioner vents, humidifier outlets, the heat transfer vents of projectors, etc.
• Do not install the camera at places with strong wind.
• Do not install the camera in front of a mirror.
• Keep the camera at least 1 meter away from any wireless devices, including Wi-Fi routers and phones in order to avoid wireless interference.

Installation Procedure

The camera can be wall mounted and ceiling mounted.

1. Please separate the mounting base and the camera first.
   
2. Remove the protective film from the lens.
3. Stick the drill template onto a clean and flat surface.
4. (For cement ceiling/wall only) Drill screw holes according to the template, and insert anchors.
   
   
5. Use screws to fix the mounting according to the template.
6. Mount the camera to the mounting base.

After the installation is completed, it is recommended to adjust the lens by viewing the real-time preview screen on the EZVIZ app to achieve the best monitoring perspective.

View Your Device

The app interface may be different due to version update, and the interface of the app you installed on your phone shall prevail.

Live View

When you launch the EZVIZ app, the device page displays as shown below.
You can view and listen to a live feed, take snapshots or recordings, and choose video definition as needed.

Icon	Description
	Battery. View the remaining battery capcity.
	Share. Share your device with anyone you want.
	Settings. View or change the device settings.
	Snapshot. Take a snapshot.
	Record. Manually start/stop recording.
	PTZ. Rotate the camera to get a broader field of view. Tap the four arrow buttons below the live view to adjust the PTZ lens.
	Talk. Tap the icon, and then follow the on-screen instructions to talk to or listen to people in front of the camera.
	Definition. Select video resolution as you needed.
	Alarm. Sound or flash to deter intruders.
	Nearby Device. Tap to check available devices nearby.
	Popup. Tap the icon, the current screen will become a separate small window that can float above the interface.
	Tip. Tap to see more information about the device.
	Rearrange. Rearrange the sequence of all the functions above.

Settings

On the settings page, you can set the parameters of the device.

EZVIZ Connect

Use Amazon Alexa

These instructions will enable you to control your EZVIZ devices with Amazon Alexa. If you run into any difficulties during the process, please refer to Troubleshooting

Before you start, make sure that:

1. EZVIZ devices are connected to the EZVIZ app.
2. In the EZVIZ app, turn off the "Video Encryption" and turn on the "Audio" in the Device Settings page.
3. You have an Alexa-enabled device (i.e Echo Spot, Echo-Show, All-new Echo-Show, Fire TV (all generations), Fire TV stick (second generation only), or Fire TV Edition smart TVs).
4. The Amazon Alexa app is already installed on your smart device, and you have created an account.

To Control EZVIZ devices with Amazon Alexa:

1. Open the Alexa app and select "Skills and Games" from the menu.
2. On the Skills and Games screen, search for "EZVIZ", and you will find "EZVIZ" skills.
3. Select your EZVIZ device's skill, then tap ENABLE TO USE
4. Enter your EZVIZ username and password, and tap Sign in
5. Tap the Authorize button to authorize Alexa to access your EZVIZ account, so that Alexa can control your EZVIZ devices.
6. You will see "EZVIZ has been successfully linked", then tap DISCOVER DEVICES to allow Alexa to discover all your EZVIZ devices.
7. Go back to Alexa app menu and select "Devices", and under devices you will see all your EZVIZ devices.

Voice Command
Discover a new smart device via the "Smart Home" menu in the Alexa app or the Alexa Voice Control function. Once the device is found, you can control it with your voice. Speak simple commands to Alexa.

Your device's name for example: "show xxxx camera," can be changed in the EZVIZ app. Each time you change the name of the device, you will need to discover the device again to update the name.

Use Google Assistant

With the Google Assistant, you can activate your EZVIZ device and watch live by speaking Google Assistant voice commands.

The following devices and apps are required:

1. A functional EZVIZ app.
2. In the EZVIZ app, turn off the "Video Encryption" and turn on the "Audio" in the Device Settings page.
3. A TV with functional Chromecast connecting to it.
4. The Google Assistant app on your phone.

To get started, follow the steps below:

1. Set up the EZVIZ device and make sure it works properly on the app.
2. Download the Google Home app from the App Store or Google Play Store and log into your Google account.

3. On the Myhome screen, tap "+" on the upper-left corner, and select "Set up device" from the menu list to go to the Set up interface.
4. Tap Works with Google, and search for "EZVIZ", where you will find "EZVIZ" skills.
5. Enter your EZVIZ username and password, and tap Sign in
6. Tap the Authorize button to authorize Google to access your EZVIZ account, so that Google can control your EZVIZ devices.
7. Tap Return to app
8. Follow the above steps to complete the authorization. When synchronization is completed, EZVIZ service will be listed under your list of services. To see a list of compatible devices under your EZVIZ account, tap on the EZVIZ service icon.
9. Now try some commands. Use the name of the camera that you created when you set up the system.

Users can manage devices as a single entity or in a group. Adding devices to a room allows users to control a group of devices at the same time using one command.

See the link for more information:
https://support.google.com/googlehome/answer/7029485?co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid&hl=en

Troubleshooting

What should I do if Alexa fails to discover my device?
Check if there are any Internet connecting problems.
Try to restart the smart device and re-discover the device on Alexa.

Why the device's status is Offline on Alexa

Your device might have been disconnected from the network. Restart the smart device and re-discover on Alexa.
Check if your router is connected to the Internet and try again.

For details about countries where Amazon Alexa is available, see Amazon Alexa's official website.

FAQ

If the camera is offline on the App, will the video recording be continued?
A: If the camera is powered on but disconnect to the Internet, then local recording will continue but cloud recording will stop. If the camera is powered off, both video recordings will stop.

Why the alarm is triggered when nobody in the image?
Try to set the alarm sensitivity lower. Please notice that vehicle and animals are also the trigger source.

Why the alarm is not triggered when there is human appear in the PIR detection area?

• Try to set the alarm sensitivity higher.
• Make sure that there is someone in detection area, and the PIR detection distance is 9 meters when the detection sensitivity is set to 100.
• Limited by PIR detection technology, the camera may fail to detect motion when environment temperature is close to human body temperature or someone approaches the PIR sensor vertically.

For additional information about the device, please refer to www.ezviz.com.

Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery

1. The battery type of the device: Portable battery.
2. The battery of this device is non-removable, which is risky to remove.

Documents / Resources

References

• Set up your Google Nest or Home speaker or display - Android - Google Nest Help
• EZVIZ - Creating Easy Smart Homes
• App Store - Apple
• Google Play
• Set up your Google Nest or Home speaker or display - Android - Google Nest Help

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