GNCC GF2 Floodlight Cam User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- GNCC
Table of Contents
GNCC GF2 Floodlight Cam
Product Information
The GF2 Floodlight Cam is a smart home security system that combines PIR motion sensed lighting and real-time video monitoring. This product has LED lights, a lens, a reset button, a TF card slot, a PIR sensor, a microphone, and a speaker. With this product, you can monitor your home day and night and be the first to know when someone enters your yard. You can also talk to them right away. The camera body can be adjusted up and down, left and right, for desired coverage area. The recommended installation height is 6.5-8.25 feet above the ground, and it provides a detection distance of up to 49 feet within this range of height.
Product Usage
Before using the GF2 Floodlight Cam, it is important to read and understand the user manual thoroughly. The following are the steps for using this product:
- Prepare the tools necessary for installation, including a flathead screwdriver, screwdriver, silicone sealant, stepladder, goggles, and pliers.
- Follow the installation guide provided in the user manual carefully. Make sure to install the product on a wall and on a UL listed junction box.
- Connect the wires properly according to the instructions provided in the user manual. Be sure to follow all safety precautions when working with electricity.
- Install the Floodlight Cam at the recommended height of 6.5-8.25 feet above the ground for optimal detection distance.
- Adjust the camera body up and down, left and right, for desired coverage area.
- After mounting the Floodlight Cam, seal the junction box with silicone sealant to prevent water from leaking in. This is an important step in wet locations.
- Once the product is properly installed, it is ready to use. The PIR motion sensed lighting and real-time video monitoring will detect any movement and alert you immediately.
- You can also talk to the person near the Floodlight Cam through the microphone and speaker.
- Use the product manual to troubleshoot any issues that may arise during usage.
Remember, do not dismantle or replace any parts of the product without professional guidance. Always follow code standards when installing wired connections, and do not connect this light fixture to a dimmer switch or timer. If you have any questions or concerns about using the GF2 Floodlight Cam, contact customer service via oc.support@gncchome.com or visit their social media channels for more information and help.
Customer Service
Warranty
30 Days Return Policy and 12 Months Limited Warranty Get Customer Service via
oc.support@gncchome.com
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Packing List
Introduction
Your new Floodlight Cam is a smart home security system combining PIR motion sensed lighting and real-time video monitoring. It can monitor your home day and night, you’ll always be the first to know when someone’s in your yard, and talk to him right away.
Notice
Do not dismantle or replace any parts of the product without professional
guidance. This manual is for informational purposes only.
Working with electricity can be dangerous unless proper safety precautions are
taken. We recommend that you hire a licensed electrician.
Installation Guide
Recommended Installation Height
6.5-8.25 Feet above the Ground
In this range of height, the camera will provide a detection distance from up
to 49 feet.
You can adjust the camera body up and down, left and right, for desired coverage area.
Tools You Need to Prepare (Not Included)
Notice
To have the maximum product performance and avoid unnecessary environmental
distur-bance, please beware of the following conditions during product
installation.
- Do not install the product close to thermal sources, like air conditioner outdoor unit or kitchen smoke outlet, etc.
- Make sure there are no reflective objects within the 5 feet range of the PIR sensor, which will interfere with the sensor’s normal function.
- Do not put the camera directly facing high pf LED light nearby, which may cause picture flicker problems.
CAUTION: PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN !
You Can Install the Floodlight Cam Follow These Steps:
Step 1: Shut power off at the breaker (not the switch)
- Please make sure the power voltage is 110-120V AC, 60 Hz.
- Fix the ground fixture properly.
- Always follow code standards when installing wired connections.
- Do not connect this light fixture to a dimmer switch or timer.
- Do not install near combustible or flammable surfaces.
Step 2: Mounting crossbar
Attach crossbar (A) to junction box (not included) with two long screws (C). Ensure that the screw thread on the center hole is pointing away from the surface.
Notice
Floodlight Cam must be installed on a wall and on a UL listed junction box.
Step 3: Wiring the floodlight cam
Remove the paper barrier from the EVA gasket (B), and adhere the gasket to the
crossbar and outer edge of the round surface junction box.
Ensure that the short screw on the crossbar is threading the hole of EVA
gasket (B).
Then wire as below
- Use a wire nut (F) to connect the white wires together. The white wire on Floodlight Cam is a neutral wire.
- Use a wire nut (F) to connect the black wires together. The black wire on Floodlight Cam is a hot wire.
- Connect the ground wire from the junction box of the ground screw (D, green) on the metal crossbar (A).
Step 4: Mounting the floodlight cam
Make sure wire connections are secure. Carefully align wires into junction box. Mount the Floodlight Cam onto the crossbar(A) and secure with the Nut(E) , DO NOT over tightening. Step 5: Restore power for test
Restore power at the breaker.
In Setup Mode: The Floodlight Cam will begin making a sound. Now the
Floodlight Light is working.
Last step: Waterproof treatment
After mounting the Floodlight Cam, then seal the junction box with silicone
sealant to prevent water from leaking in. It is a very important and necessary
protection in wet locations.
Notice
Please do not install the product in a harsh environment. The product may be
damaged exposed to high temperature, high humidity, heavy dust/smoke, etc.
Continue with APP Setup
Before you begin, please make sure you have the following minimum requirements.
- Smartphone Running iOS 9.0 / Android 5.0, or later.
- Home Wi-Fi Network (2.4 GHz ONLY).
- Internet Access with an Upload Speed (At Least 2 Mbps).
Step 1: Download WowCam APP
You can scan the OR code below, or search WowCam in Google Play or APP Store
to download the APP.
Step 2: Add the Device
Make Sure Phone Bluetooth Function is ON.
Execute the app, create an account and log in, then click Add Device and
follow the instruction to proceed.
Notice
If the Floodlight Cam couldn’t complete the setup process, we suggest checking
from the following aspects.
- Bluetooth Function
- 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi password (It is the most common reason.)
- Wi-Fi Signal Quality
How to Use APP
Select your Floodlight Cam on the APP home page, and then access various features and change settings via hints.
Open a live video stream |
Turn the lights on and off
Check alarm events
Check Video Recordings
Device Sharing
Settings
Notice
Due to continuous product improvement, all APP settings above are subject to
change without prior notice, please always keep APP updated to the latest
version.
Turn the lights on and off
Send messages and alerts
Speak to visitors and hear what they have to say.
Take a picture
Record a clip of video
Turn sound pick-up on and off
Select video image sharpness
Full screen
Enter Settings page, you can view and modify any settings, upgrade the firmware and unbind the device.
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Light setting
Set a schedule for your lights to stay on. -
Picture/View
Rollover image and Modify video frequency. -
Home/away
Turn the alarm on and off, Select alarm schedule.
Device Sharing
Step 1:
Invite your friends to download and install “WowCam” App, and register to log
in.
Step 2:
By clicking the sharing icon, you can choose “Accont invitation” or “QR code
invitation” to share the device.
Troubleshooting Tips
-
Serious stroboscopic picture showing in live view?
It is mainly caused by different AC frequency, which can be solved by changing the AC frequency in App settings-Picture/View. -
Device is offline in device list?
Check whether the device network is good.
If there is TF card inserted, please unplug the TF card, reset the device and router, then connect it again. (Insert the thimble into the reset hole and long press about 5 seconds.) If the device still can’t connect, please update the app version, and contact us for the device firmware upgrade.
oc.support@gncchome.com -
How to do if the device is offline after changing a router or Wi-Fi password?
Please reset the Cam (by pressing RESET key on the device for about 5 seconds, and a beep will be heard), and re-add the device in App. -
Cannot check video playbacks?
Try to plug the TF card again and make sure the recording mode is ON normally.
If there are still no video recordings, please go to Settings-Record Settings, disable the Record Switch, and format the TF card.
Besides, please try to insert a new TF card.