Brilliant 21812-05 HD 1080 2.0 Megapixel Camera User Guide
- June 4, 2024
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User Guide
21812-05 HD 1080 2.0 Megapixel Camera
CONNECT TO YOUR HOME WIFI AND PAIR IT WITH YOUR DIY SMART WIFI FLARE CAMERA
BEFORE YOU BEGIN PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND REGISTER THE BRILLIANTSMART APP.
For help or assistance go to
www.brilliantsmart.com.au
Enable your Wifi network on your mobile device make sure to select the 2.4GHz
frequency network if your home network supports dual-band frequencies. i.e.
2.4GHz or 5GHz.
It’s important that you connect to a 2.4GHz Frequency. Please disable or
unselect the 5GHz Frequency in-home WiFi network if able. This can be re.
selected or enabled once devices have been paired to the BrilliantSmart app.
**Note*** if you are not familiar with this procedure you may need to contact
your internet service provider for some assistance.
Before installation of your BrilliantSmart device in the location you desire,
please check WiFi signal has minimum of 2 bars strength on your mobile device
WiFi icon.
If poor WiFi signal, upgrading your router, installing an AP(Access Point) or
Wifi Extender may be needed. (Sold separately)
Your Smart Flare camera is DIY and can be installed on any surface both indoor
and outdoor using the magnetic mounting base.
Your Smart Flare has the ability to record onto a memory card. Before powering
up the device please insert the MicroSD memory card (up to 128Gb Max – not
included) into the MicroSD Slot.
When installing and positioning your smart cameras to be aware of State,
Territory, and local surveillance and monitoring laws.
Please follow this link for more information regarding privacy laws and
cameras:
https://www.oaic.gov.au/privacy/your-privacy-rights/surveillance-and-
monitoring/security-cameras
HOW TO INSTALL
STEP 1
Drill holes and install rawl plug in the desired location. Install screw and
dome mounting base (allow the screw to protrude 3mm from the mounting
surface).
STEP 2
Press the power button (lift up the cover to access the power button) – this
will turn on the device.
STEP 3
Place devise on Dome Mounting Base and position in the desired direction.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model No: 21812/05
Lens: HD 1080 2.0 Megapixel camera
View Angle: 110° viewing angle
Motion detection and tracking: Sends a notification to the phone Sound
detection: Sends a notification to the phone
Memory storage: Micro SD card up to 128GB – Class 10 minimum (not included)
Day vision: Up to 12 meters distance max
Night vision IR: Up to 5 meters distance max
Audio: High-quality two-way audio
Adaptor: 220V–240V AC 50Hz
Output: 5V DC, 1A–2A (not included)
Weather resistant rating: IP65 – Outdoor & indoor use
Security: Mac Encryption; WEP/WAPI/TKIP/AES
WiFi Standard: 2.4GHz IEEE802.11b/g/n
System Req’s: iOS 8.0 or higher, Android 4.1 or higher
Warranty: 1 year
Included in the box: Smart Flare WiFi Camera, Mounting Base (Dome) x 1 USB
Cable x 1, Screw x 1, Rawl plug x 1, installation manual x 1.
BRILLIANT SMART APP – FLARE STARTUP
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Turn on the device by pressing and holding the ON/OFF switch for 3 seconds. Both front LED lights will quickly flash. On Power-Up red LED indicator will blink slowly. This is now fully initialized and ready for pairing to the BrilliantSmart app.
If the device indicator is blinking the blue full factory reset is required. Press and hold the Reset switch for 5 seconds until a chime is heard. Release reset switch. the indicator will now start blinking red. -
Once your Smart camera has been safely installed, open the Brilliant Smart App that you have previously registered and set up.
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If you are connecting a smart device for the first time press ‘Add Device’ or if you are adding another smart device press the plus sign ‘+’.
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Next, select the type of device you wish to add. If you’re connecting a Smart WiFi Camera, select ‘Smart Camera’. Icons may differ depending on your phone or tablet or operating system.
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Select – ‘Make sure the indicator is flashing quickly or a prompt tone is heard’ (this is to verify the device is in pairing mode). Select ‘Next’.
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Enter your 2.4GHz home network and enter your WiFi password.
**Note*** for first-time users you may need to search for your network and add a password. Once paired the BrilliantSmart app will save this information – this is private and confidential with no access from third parties.
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Once connected to your home WiFi, scan the ‘QR Code’ with a smartphone camera. Hold ‘QR Code’ on your phone or tablet, approx. 20 cm in front of the Smart Flare camera lens (facing the smart camera). Wait for the chime then select ‘I Heard a Prompt’ Smart Flare Camera will now start connecting to the app.
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Wait until 100% complete.
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Once connected you’ll get a menu ‘Added successfully. Select the room your device is to be located.
You can click on the pen to change the device name, then press ‘Done’. -
The smart device can now be controlled by the BrilliantSmart app.
RECORDING (WITHOUT MICROSD)
When using the BrilliantSmart app, you will be able to record directly onto
your mobile smart device i.e. smartphone/tablet/Ipad.
This will be a live recording meaning the BrilliantSmart App must be open and
viewing the image from the camera.
Press record – this will record directly to your internal smart device
storage.
- Select up arrows to view the full user interface.
- Press record – this will record directly to your internal smart device storage.
- For viewing recorded files select ‘Gallery’.
RECORDING (WITH MICROSD)
Your smart Camera along with a MicroSD memory card (128Gb max class 10 – sold
separately) will be able to record locally This means your recordings are
private and confidential and only you can view them using the BrilliantSmart
app or remove the MicroSD memory card for ease of viewing on your
PC/Laptop/Mac if files are needed to be downloaded for incident reports to the
authorities.
With the Smart Flare Camera, you are able to choose between Event recording
(the camera will only record when triggered) or Nonstop (recording continuous
once the camera is powered)
This can be set in the settings function of the Smart Camera.
- Select 3 point Settings icon
- Select ‘Storage Settings
- Select ‘Format’.
TO VIEW RECORDINGS
To view the recordings please select the playback Icon in the UI (User
Interface – camera app screen)
Here you can select the date recordings were saved and toggle/Slide between
recordings.
- Select ‘Playback’
- Select ‘Date’
- Slide/toggle between recording
- Press the back arrow to return to the main user interface.
Problem:
LED indicator light not on or device not powering up.
| Possible Cause | Suggested Solution |
|---|---|
| A. Fuse or circuit breaker has blown. | A. Check main and branch circuit |
breakers.
B. Loose wire connections to the unit.| B. Check all wire connections to the
unit are secure & firmly.
Problem:
The indicator light is flashing blue or the device is offline.
| Possible Cause | Suggested Solution |
|---|---|
| A. Device lost internet connection and unable to back online. | A. Restart the |
device.
Problem:
Unable to pair the device with the smart app.
| Possible Cause | Suggested Solution |
|---|
A Device not in pairing mode.
B No Internet access.
C Dual WiFi network modem.
D Modem is too far away from the unit.
E Smart App requires an update.
F Smart App not responding.
G WiFi bandwidth is not enough. Too many devices
connected to the WiFi modem.| A Press and hold reset switch for 10 seconds
until the device LED indicator turns red and starts blinking. (Supplied reset
pin may need to be used for models with internal reset switch).
B Ensure the WiFi network is working and able to access the internet
connection. Advice to refresh WiFi modem by switching OFF then switching ON
the power. If the problem still persists, please contact your internet service
provider.
C Ensure your mobile device is connected to a 2.4GHz network before starting
the pairing process. Disable 5GHz temporarily until pairing is completed.
D Advice to use a WiFi extender to help keep the WiFi signal in range.
E-Check & install the latest smart app update.
F Re-install the smart app after removing the app from the mobile device.
G Standard modem usually allows connection of 10 to 15 devices. If too many
devices are connected, we advise upgrading the modem or using a WiFi MESH
gateway/devices.
Problem:
The device in the app is shown Offline.
| Possible Cause | Suggested Solution |
|---|---|
| A No Internet access. | A Ensure the WiFi network is working and able to access |
the internet connection.
B Requires refreshing the smart app.| B At the home screen, pull down the
screen to refresh the app.
Or close the app and start again on your mobile device.
C Smart device power turn on less than 1 minute.| C When the smart device is
powered on it will take up to 1 to 2 minutes to connect to the cloud server.
Wait at least 1 to 2 minutes and refresh the home screen.
For any other problems connecting your smart device to the BrilliantSmart app please visit: www.brilliantsmart.com.au/faqs
To see more features or FAQs please scan the QR code, go to
www.brilliantsmart.com.au
or visit our Youtube channel to view our how-to videos
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