FERRET TOOLS TC601W Wireless Inspection Camera User Manual
- June 15, 2024
- FERRET TOOLS
Table of Contents
User Manual
Wireless inspection camera
SmartCam WiFi
Kind Reminder！
Please read this user manual carefully before using the product.
Product Instruction
App Installation
Download The Smartcam WiFi App: By searching for SmartCam WiFi in the Google Play or Apple APP Store.
Note: On first use you
need to give the App access to the gallery of photos and videos on your device
to be able to allow you to save photos and videos.
Connect To Your SmartCam Camera.
3.1 Unscrew the back cover of the camera and turn on the power.
Note: Ensure the camera is charged.
3.2 Click on the SmartCam WiFi icon 
,the following dialog box is
displayed. 3.3 Click on “ok ” ，the following dialog box is displayed.
3.4 Search for a wireless name
“Smartcam-xxxxxx” in the wireless listing and click to select it.(No other
WiFi network is needed)
3.5 Return to the APP home screen to watch the video.
SmartCam wiFi App Introduction
4.1 SmartCam WiFi App home page function button introduction
Brightness
Adjust the brightness of the six white lights by moving the circular icon “ ” on the left up and down. The lights are brightest when the circular icon is moved to the top and off when the circular icon is moved to the bottom. The six white lights can also be controlled by 25 percent or half of their brightness when the circular icon is moved from bottom to top or from top to bottom.
Record photos
Click on the Camera icon to take a photo.
Photos are saved on Phone by default.
Record videos
Click on the Video icon to take a video.
Videos are saved on Phone by default.
Gallery
Click on the “Gallery” icon to access all pictures and videos taken with
SmartCam. click on the Gallery icon “ ”and the following interface will pop
up:
If you want to delete all the photos
and videos stored on Phone through the SmartCam wifi, click the Delete icon
in the upper right corner of the interface. A dialog box will pop up asking
you to confirm whether you want to delete them.
If you’re sure you want to delete all
the photos and videos, click the OK button. If you don’t want to delete them,
click the Cancel button.
Note: If there are no photos or videos taken through the SmartCam wifi in
the , Gallery the delete icon will not be displayed.
View photos
Click on the photo file icon “ ”and the following interface will pop up:
You want to see that photo, just
click on the photo above, and it pops up.
Delete photo
If you delete a photo, do the following:
- Click the Delete icon in the upper right corner of the screen above.
- In the upper right corner of each video, a blue circle with a gray icon inside will be displayed, as shown in the screen above.
- Click on the blue circle in the top right corner of the photo you want to delete. The circle will turn blue and a white √ will pop up inside it. See the screen above. Click the Delete icon in the upper right corner of the interface again, and a dialog box will pop up asking whether you want to delete or not.
- If you’re sure you want to delete the photo, click the OK button. If you don’t want to delete the photo, click the Cancel button.
View videos
Click on the video file icon and
the following interface will pop up:
Directly tap the video file
you are watching in the above screen, and the video will pop up and play
automatically.
Delete videos
If you want to delete the video, do the following:
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Click the Delete icon in the upper right corner of the screen above.
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In the upper right corner of each video, a blue circle with a gray icon inside will be displayed, as shown in the screen above.
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Click on the blue circle in the top rights corner of the video you want to delete The circle will turn blue and a white √ win pop up inside it. See the screen above.
Click the Delete icon in the upper right corner of the interface again, and a dialog box will pop up asking whether you want to delete or not.
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If you’re sure you want to delete the video, click the OK button. If you don’t want to delete the video, click the Cancel button.
Help
Click on the “Help” icon to pop up the following interface:
Click on the “User Manual” icon and the user manual information will
appear..
Picture still
Click on the palm icon will generate a still photo, allowing you to decide
whether to save the photo.
Click on the palm icon and the following interface will pop up:
Click on the Save icon if you
think the photo looks good, or click on the Cancel icon if you don t think it
looks good.
Auto focus
Click on the AF icon to automatically adjust the lens focus.
Manual focus
Long press the AF icon, and the AF icon turns into MF icon. At the same time, a blue circular icon with a slider pops up on the screen. By moving the blue circular slider, you can adjust the lens focus. l
Battery Level Indicator
Settings
Through the setting interface, you can set the Light frequency, image display
mode and non-contact voltage detector display mode. At the same time, you can
see the firmware version of the product and APP version information in the
setting interface. Click on the Settings icon, and the following interface
will pop up:
Note: After modifying any
function in the setting interface, you need to click the Save button, so that
the function can be modified successfully.
Light frequency
It has two options for light frequency: 50Hz and 60Hz, as shown in the
following interface.
The default frequency is
50Hz. If the frequency is 60Hz in your area, please select 60Hz and click Save
button.
Display Mode
It has three display modes: standard, always up round and always up full
screen, as shown in the following interface:
Standard Mode : the image on the screen rotates as the camera
rotates. As shown in the following picture:
Always Up Round Mode: the image on the screen remains the right way up on
the app display, regardless of the camera’s orientation， And the video always
appears round.
As shown in the following picture:
Always Up Full Screen Mode: the image on the screen remains the right way up on the app display, regardless of the camera’s orientation， As shown in the following picture:
Non-contact voltage detector
It has three options for Non-contact voltage detector: Off, Visual Only and
Visual & Audible, as shown in the following interface:
Off: Indicates that the
non-contact voltage detector is turned off.
Visual Only: When Visual Only is selected, the following screen pops up:
The sensitivity of a Non-contact voltage detector is divided into four taps, with the left having the lowest sensitivity and the right having the highest sensitivity. You can adjust the sensitivity of a Non-contact voltage detector by dragging the slider. When voltage is detected, only the red circle icon “ ” pops up on the video.as shown in the following interface:
Visual & Audible: When Visual
& Audible is selected, the following screen pops up:
The sensitivity of a Non-contact
voltage detector is divided into four taps, with the left having the lowest
sensitivity and the right having the highest sensitivity. You can adjust the
sensitivity of a Non-contact voltage detector by dragging the slider. When
voltage is detected, a red circle icon “ ” pops up on the video along with a
“didi” sound. as shown in the following interface:
App Version
1.5.20230415 in the lower left of the Settings screen is the version of APP
smartcam wifi.
This version is constantly changing.
Firmware Version
A1:V1.02B20230412 in the lower right corner of the Settings screen is the
firmware version of smartcam wifi product. This version is also changing.
Fast Charge
When the camera is charged, the icon” “ is displayed on the APP interface, and
the camera can be fully charged in 60 minutes. as shown in the following
interface:
Record video with sound
This feature can only store sound recordings in the smart device, not on the
SD in the SmartCam.
It can provide customers with accurate inspection reports.
Digital pinch zoom
Zoom in and out of an image by using two fingers to drag in and out of the
smartcam wifi app screen. It can increases visibility and precision on
inspections.
Packing List
- SmartCam-Wireless Smart Inspection Camera
- Type C Charging Cable
- Iron Hook
- Gooseneck
- Carry Case
- 1m Telescopic Stick
- Adaptors
- Hexagon Wrench
Specifications
Wireless inspection camera Specifications
Sensor Type| 1/4″ CMOS
Image Resolution| 720p (1280 x 720)
Lens| Auto/manual focus
Viewing angle| Horizontal:44°, Vertical:27°
Focal length| F=4.5mm
Aperture| F0,3.
Wireless Range| up to 20m (In line of sight)
Frequency| 2412-2462MHz
Operating Time| approx 90 mins (LEDs full) to 105 mins
Charging Time| 60 min fast charge
Battery Capacity| 650mAh
Battery Type| lithium polymer
Charge Voltage| DC 5V
Non-Contact Voltage Detector Sen-sitivity| best sensitivity 150 voltage AC and
above – CATIII 600V
Non-Contact Voltage Detector Sen-sor Range| 50V-1000VAC (Approx)
Adjustable bright white LEDs| 6 white – control functionality via the app
(off, 25%, half, full)
Waterproofing grade| IP67, When the back cover is tightened, it is dustproof
and waterproof.
Always up viewing function| When the camera rotates, The image can be set to
way up all the time
Record video with sound| Yes
Operating Temperature| 0 °C to 40 °C
Storage Temperature| -20 °C to 50 °C
Charge Port| USB Type C
Built in right angle adaptor| 180 degrees
Dimensions(WxDxH mm)| cD30.8mmX85mm
Weight(Main Body)| 62g
FAQS
1. Q: How many smart devices can connect to a camera to watch video at the same time?
A:There is no limit on the number of smart devices connected to watch videos, but the more smart devices connected to watch videos at the same time, the slower the video will be. It is recommended not to have more than two smart devices connected to the smartcam to watch videos at the same time.
2. Q: What does it mean that the video is striped?
A: It's because the battery is low. Please charge the camera right away.
3. Q: Does the Smartcam work with other cables rods?
A: Yes, you can use the adapter we provided to match with other cable rods with diameters less than 6.2mm. Just insert the cable rod into the hole of the adapter, tighten the screws on the adapter, and fix the cable rod.
4. Q: I can connect to the WiFi, but it won't show an image in the iOS App?
It shows an error message Error(100)(Connect the device time out!) A:Go to Settings-> Mobile Data-> Scroll down to find the SmartCam WiFi App and turn off to prevent the App trying to use mobile data.
5.Q: I can connect to the WiFi, but it won't show an image in the Android App? It shows an error message Error(100)(Connect the device time out!)
A: Go to Settings-> Connections-> Data Usage-> Mobile Data only apps-> Scroll down: to find the SmartCam WiFi App. Turn off background data to prevent the App trying to use mobile data.
6.Q: Can the smartcam cameras work underground, underwater or inside metal pipes?
A:No, because in these environments, the smartcam camera's wireless signal is blocked, preventing smart devices from receiving its signal.
FCC STATEMENT :
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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.
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 20cm between the radiator & your body.
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