FOSCAM V5EP FHD Wireless IP Camera User Manual
- June 13, 2024
- FOSCAM
Table of Contents
Quick Setup Guide
Outdoor Security Camera
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Setting Up Your Foscam
Security Camera
Getting Started
Package Contents
Security Tips
- Please change the camera’s password regularly, using a combination of numbers, letters and special characters.
- We recommend that you regularly update your camera with the latest available software and firmware to ensure the best experience with your camera.
Physical Description
The cords on this product are a potential strangulation hazard. For child safety, please keep these cords out of the reach of children.
Setting Up Your Camera:
Wired Connection via the Foscam App (Recommended)
Before You Get Started
Scan the QR code below to download and install the Foscam APP.
To ensure a smoother video experience on your smart phone, it is recommended that your smart phone meet the following specifications:
- iOS: version 11 or higher.
- Android: 5.0 or higher, using a device with a Graphics Processing
Note: For the best experience, please update the APP to the latest version!
Wired Connection
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Connect the camera to your POE Switch or POE NVR with an Ethernet cable, and please wait for a few seconds until hearing the “Wired connection succeeded”.
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Make sure your smart phone is connected to the same WiFi network as the camera.
Tips: Please make sure that the
smartphone and camera are on the same Wi-Fi. -
Open the foscam APP and please register a Foscam account, or sign in if you have one already.
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Follow the steps below:
Note: If the adding process fails, please reset your
camera and try adding again according to the above method.
PC Access Your Camera
Foscam VMS
Foscam VMS is a new tool for PCs. It does not require plug-ins and is
compatible with Windows & Mac, supporting all Foscam HD cameras and up to 36
cameras at the same time. If you would like to manage multiple cameras, we
suggest you install Foscam VMS. You can download the “Foscam VMS ” Windows
version from foscam.com/vms, and can download the
“Foscam VMS” Mac version from the APP store:
https://apps.apple.com/cn/app/foscamvms/id1521202507?mt=12
Note: For the best experience, please update Foscam VMS to the latest version!
Add the IP Camera
- Run Foscam VMS, then create a local administrator account and login.
- Tap the “+” icon on the Foscam VMS and follow the setup wizard to add your camera.
Please visit foscam.com/downloads to view the user manual and for additional detailed steps.
Hardware Installation
Point the camera at the desired location and use the screws provided to mount it.
Please Note:
Ensure that rain or water will not reach the connector ports at the end of the
tailcable. These connectors are not weather-resistant.
Important Notice
Camera Username & Password
The camera username & password are used to access and manage your camera.
Having a strong password can significantly improve the security of your
camera.
If you have forgotten either of them, please press the “Reset” button.
Press the “Reset” button and hold it for more than 3~5 seconds
Storage Media
Your camera supports cloud, NVR (Network Video Recorder), and Micro SD card
(supports FAT32 and exFAT format) storage formats.
How to format Micro SD card, please follow the steps below:
4 Scan the QR code below to download the “FoscamFormat ” Tool
foscam.com/downloads/app_software.html
5. Open the “FoscamFormat ” Tool
Safety Tips
| Prohibit use at high temperature
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| Prohibit use at low temperature
| Keep away from fire
| Keep away from children
| Not a children’s toy
| Use the supplied screw pack
| Keep dry
| Caution Electricity
Product Performance
Power Supply: DC 12V 1.0A 12W
FAQs
Does it come with power supply? how to connect to power?
It does not come with a power supply. You must add a POE (Power Over Ethernet) injector. Power is then supplied from the POE injector to the camera through the ethernet cable.
Does the camera require wifi ?
t's a POE camera. Power Over Ethernet. It requires an ethernet cable that delivers power and a signal to your LAN. You need a switch or router capable of delivering POE
Specification of Ethernet Cables that PoE Cameras Require
PoE cameras support T-568B connectors and CAT5, CAT6, CAT7 with8PIN Ethernet cable.
Can this be powered with a battery pack in case of power outage or tampering?
It’s powered through the Ethernet cable from your NVR. If you put your NVR on UPS the camera will stay powered as long as the NVR is powered on.
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CE Certificate statement Website: https://www.foscam.com/company/ce-
certificate.html
Exporter and Importer Information Opened to Public:
https://www.foscam.com/company/open-information.html
Manufacturer: Shenzhen Foscam Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd
Addr: Room 901, Unit B, Building 7, Xingke 1st Street Vanke Cloud City Phase
1, Nanshan Dist., Shenzhen, 518055, China
www.foscam.com
Due to product upgrades and other reasons, this guide may be slow to update,
resulting in slight inconsistencies with the official website information.
Please take the official website (www.foscam.com)
information as the current standard.
References
- Foscam Support - FAQs
- Foscam Official Website - Security Cameras, NVRs, Baby Monitors, IP Cameras, NVR Kits, Security Kit, Pet Monitors, Cloud Storage Service
- Foscam Support - FAQs
- Foscam Official Website - Security Cameras, NVRs, Baby Monitors, IP Cameras, NVR Kits, Security Kit, Pet Monitors, Cloud Storage Service
- Foscam Open-Information System