SwitchBot W2802000 Outdoor Spotlight Camera User Manual

SwitchBot W2802000 Outdoor Spotlight Camera

Please read this user manual carefully before using your device.

Package Contents

List of Components

Screw Package Contents

Base

The base of your Outdoor Spotlight Cam is detachable. You can also flexibly adjust the angle of your camera to monitor the area you want.

Specifications

• Model: W2802000
• Color: White
• Material: ABS with UV-resistant coating
• Size: 86 × 86 × 83 mm (3.4 × 3.4 × 3.3 in.)
• Weight: 320 g (11.3 oz.)
• Power: 5 V 2 A
• Operating Temperature: −20 ºC to 50 ºC (−4 ºF to 122 ºF)
• Video Resolution: 1080P HD
• Field of View: 110° horizontal
• Storage: Supports FAT32 formatted microSD card up to 256GB (Not included)
• Night Vision: 7.5 m (24.6 ft.)
• Operating Humidity: ≤ 95 % RH
• Network Connectivity: 802.11 b/g/n, 2.4 GHz;
• Bluetooth Low Energy: 4.2
• Battery Capacity: 10000 mAh
• PIR Detection Distance: 7.5 m (24.6 ft.)
• PIR Detection Angle: 110°
• Weather Resistance: IP55

Preparation

You will need

• A smartphone or tablet using Bluetooth 4.2 or later.
• The latest version of our app, downloadable via the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
• A SwitchBot account, you can register via our app or sign in to your account directly if you already have one.

Precautions

1. Avoid placing the camera under direct sunlight.
2. Make sure high traffic areas are out of the camera’s view.
3. Do not place the camera near any heat sources.

Getting Started

Add your camera to the SwitchBot app

Open the SwitchBot app and sign in to your account. Tap “+” at the top right of the home page, find the Outdoor Spotlight Cam icon and select, then follow the instructions to add your camera.

Fully charge your camera

Please fully charge your camera battery before mounting it. Remove the rubber plug at the back of your camera, find the Type-C charging port and connect it to a power supply with the USB cable included.

Note

• Use an adapter with 5 V 2 A output or higher.
• The battery charging indicator light will be solid red when your camera is charging and turn solid green when your camera is fully charged.

Installation

What you need to know before installation

• To ensure your camera works normally after installation, it is recommended that you test the Wi-Fi connection of the area in you’d like to install it. Place your camera in the area and then check the video quality and fluency via the app.
• The perfect height and angle to install your camera are shown in the picture below:
  • Height: 2.5 m (8.2 ft.) above the ground
  • Angle: 15° downwards vertically
• You can keep your camera plugged in by connecting it to a power supply or a Solar Panel using the USB cable. Please select an appropriate installation location based on the cable length.
  When you connect your camera to a Solar Panel, make sure to place the Solar Panel in an area that can receive direct sunlight.

Method 1: Install Using Screws

What you’ll need for installation: an electric drill, a screwdriver and a rubber hammer. For outdoor usage, we recommend that you install your camera using screws to prevent it from falling accidentally. Concrete or other hard surfaces can be challenging for drilling. If you are not experienced with drilling into a particular type of wall, you may want to consider consulting a professional.

Confirm installation position

• Stick the alignment sticker on the spot where you plan to install your camera.

Choose drill bit size and mount the base

Prepare a proper-sized drill bit before drilling.

1. When mounting on more rugged surfaces like concrete or brick: Drill holes with the 6 mm (15/64”) sized drill bit according to the alignment sticker, hammer the drywall anchors into the wall, then screw the base using four M3 × 20 mm (#5 × 25/32”) screws firmly to the wall.
2. When mounting on surfaces like wood or plaster: Drill holes with the 2.5 mm (7/64”) sized drill bit according to the alignment sticker, then screw the base using four M3 × 20 mm (#5 × 25/32”) screws to the wall. Make sure the base is firmly mounted.

Attach your camera to the base

• Attach your camera to the base. You can adjust the camera angle to get the view you want based on the live video shown on the app.

Method 2: Install Using Adhesive Wall Mount

What you’ll need for installation: a cleaning cloth, a screwdriver Adhesive wall mount can only stick firmly to smooth surfaces like glass, ceramic tile, smooth door surface and wallpaper. Please clean the surface first before installation.

• Confirm installation position
  • Stick the adhesive wall mount to the choosen spot, squeeze out the gases between the wall mount and the wall, then press for 2 minutes to secure it. (In cold weather, you can use a blow dryer, hot water bottle or a fan heater to heat the adhesive wall mount up before pressing it.)
• Mount the base
  • Screw the base into the wall mount using four M3 × 6 mm (#5 × 1/4”) screws. Make sure the base is firmly mounted.
• Attach your camera to the base
  • Attach your camera to the base. You can adjust the camera angle to get the view you want based on the live view shown on the app.

Method 3: Mount your camera on a stand

You can also mount your Outdoor Spotlight Cam on a camera stand (not included). Align the tapped hole at the bottom of your camera with the screw on the stand, then rotate your camera to tighten it onto the stand. Make sure your camera is firmly mounted, then adjust the stand to get the view you want based on the live view shown on the app.

Safety Information

For your safety, please read the instructions carefully before use.

• The battery is built-in, so do not remove it from the camera.
• Charge the rechargeable battery with a standard and high-quality DC 5V battery charger or a SwitchBot Solar Panel. Do not charge the battery with solar panels from any other brands.
• Do not use the product in extreme weather conditions (extreme cold or hot). Extreme weather may result in malfunction or damage to the product. The operating temperature is from −20 °C to 50 °C (−4 ℉ to 122 ℉).
• Keep the product and the cable connected away from any heat source, like heating equipments. The product shell and cable coating may melt because of the heat, which may result in fire, electric shock or other damage.
• Do not place this product under direct sunlight or places of high humidity. Otherwise, the inner temperature of the product may rise and result in fire or other damage.
• Do not plug or unplug the charger or operate the product with wet hands.
• Do not place the USB cable near infants, which could create a choking hazard.
• Do not charge, use or store the battery near any ignition sources, such as fire or heaters.
• Do not use the product in a place where there is oil stain and insects.
• Do not wash, disassemble or modify the product.
• When mounted high, please secure the product firmly to prevent any damage or injury caused by accidental dropping.
• Protect the product from heavy snow in cold winter. Snow accumulation on the product may cause it to fall and cause injuries.
• Keep accessories out of the reach of infants and pets. Otherwise they could accidentally swallow small parts of accessories.

LED Indicator Light

Features

Motion Detection

When Motion Detection is turned on, Outdoor Spotlight Cam will take a photo and record a video clip of any moving objects detected (requires turning on Recording) and send you a notification via the app (requires turning on Allow Notifications).

Third-party Integration

Outdoor Spotlight Cam can connect to Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control.

• After adding the device, please ensure your phone has a normal network connection.
• Go to Outdoor Spotlight Cam > Settings > Cloud Services in the app and link your SwitchBot account to the third-party services.

AI Human/Pet Alerts

You can turn on this feature at Outdoor Spotlight Cam > Settings > Motion Detection. Aftering turning on, your Outdoor Spotlight Cam will differentiate human and animals and send you notifications when detecting them.

Dual Light Night Vision

Outdoor Spotlight Cam has both an infrared light and a white spotlight that help deliver a clearer night scene. Infrared light will change the image to black and white while spotlight helps maintain a color video. You can set this mode as Auto, so when the camera senses the surrounding is dark, it will auto turn on infrared light or spotlight (you can set via the app) to deliver a clearer dark scene.

Dismantling Alarm

When Dismantling Alarm is turned on, Outdoor Spotlight Cam will emit sound and alarm you by sending notifications when it is removed from the base. You can adjust the alarm sensitivity to prevent frequent false trigger.

Please visit: https://support.switch-bot.com/hc/en- us/sections/6211963497111 for more information.

Powering On/Off And Resetting Factory Settings

Powering On/Off

• Flip the ON/OFF switch to ON to power on your camera and OFF to power off.

Resetting Factory Settings

• Press and hold the Reset button for 3 to 5 seconds until you hear a prompt tone. Now your camera has been reset and is ready to reconfigure Wi-Fi.

Firmware Upgrades

In order to improve user experience, we will regularly release firmware updates to introduce new functions and solve any software defects that may occur during usage. When a new firmware version is available, we will send an upgrade notification to your account via our app.When upgrading Wi-Fi firmware, please make sure your product has sufficient battery and normal Wi- Fi connection, then follow the instructions to upgrade. When upgrading bluetooth firmware, please make sure your smartphone is within range to prevent interference, then follow the instructions to upgrade.

Troubleshooting

• Q: Event notifications are too frequent?
  • A: 1. Avoid placing your camera under direct sunlight.
  • 2. Make sure high-traffic areas are out of your camera’s view.
  • 3. Do not place your camera near any heat sources.
• Q: Cannot connect to the internet?
  • A: 1. Make sure your camera is connected to a 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz, IPV4 wireless network.
  • 2. Check if your camera is in the blacklist of your router.
  • 3. Check if your camera is too far from your router. If so, place your camera closer to your router to ensure a good Wi-Fi connection.
• Q: Battery duration is short?
  • A: Place your camera at a location where it reduces power consumption from false alarms due to 1) heavy traffic 2) heat sources such as sunlight or vehicles.

Please visit our website or scan the QR code below for more information: https://support.switch-bot.com/hc/en-us/sections/6211978254999

Disclaimer

• This product is designed to acquire the view of a specific monitored area. It cannot prevent crimes from taking place.
• We are not responsible for any consequential, incidental, exemplary, or special damage, including any damage for lost data or lost profiles, arising from or relating to the product.
• Privacy and portrait rights of any person filmed or recorded need to be carefully considered. We are not responsible for any disputes, harm or damage caused by using the image or video recorded by the product.
• This product is not a suitable monitoring device for long-term medical care. We are not responsible for any accidents, damage or injuries caused by using the product.

Warranty

We warrant to the original owner of the product that the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Please note that this limited warranty does not cover:

1. Products submitted beyond the original one-year limited warranty period.
2. Products on which repairs or modifying have been attempted.
3. Products subjected to falls, extreme temperatures, water, or other operating conditions outside the product specifications.
4. Damage due to natural disasters (including but not limited to lightning, flood, tornado, earthquake, or hurricane, etc.).
5. Damage due to misuse, abuse, negligence or casualty (e.g. fire).
6. Other damage that is not attributable to defects in the manufacture of product materials.
7. Products purchased from unauthorized resellers.
8. Consumable parts (including but not limited to batteries).
9. Natural wear of the product.

Contact & Support

• Setup and Troubleshooting: support.switch-bot.com
• Support Email: [email protected]

Feedback

If you have any concerns or problems when using our products, please send feedback via our app through the Profile > Feedback page.

CE/UKCA Warning

To comply with RF exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 20 cm must be maintained between the user’s body and the device, including the antenna. Use only the supplied or an approved antenna. This device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive 2014/53/EU. All essential radio test suites have been carried out.

CE DOC

Hereby, Woan Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. declares that the radio equipment type W2802000 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: support.switch-bot.com

UKCA DOC

Hereby, Woan Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. declares that the radio equipment type W2802000 is in compliance with UK Radio Equipment Regulations (SI 2017/1206). The full text of the UK declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: support.switch-bot.com

This product can be used in EU member states and UK.

• Manufacturer: Woan Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
• Address: Room 1101, Qiancheng Commercial Center, No. 5 Haicheng Road, Mabu Community, Xixiang
• Subdistrict, Bao’an District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, P.R.China, 518100
• EU Importer Name: Amazon Services Europe
• Importer Address: 38 Avenue John F Kennedy, L-1855 Luxembourg

Operation frequency

• Wi-Fi: 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz
• BLE: 2402MHz to 2480MHz
• Operation temperature: −20 ℃ to 50 ℃

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radioor TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

IC Warning

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/ receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

IC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with the IC radiation exposure limits established for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment must be installed and operate at least 20cm from a radiator or your body.

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References

• SwitchBot Official Website - Your Simple Switch to a Smart Home – SwitchBot International

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