FOSCAM T8EP Outdoor Security Camera User Guide

FOSCAM T8EP Outdoor Security Camera

Product Information

Specifications:

• Model: XXX FHD Wireless IP Camera
• FCC ID: XXXXX
• IC: 12558A-XX
• S/N: FIAI1403000001
• UID: XXXXXXXXXXX

Physical Description:

• Power
• LAN
• Anti-theft screw
• Spotlight & Infrared LED
• Lens
• Microphone
• Light Sensor
• Speaker
• Reset
• Micro SD Card Slot

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. The cords on this product are a potential strangulation hazard. For child safety, please keep these cords out of the reach of children.

Product Usage Instructions

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.

Router
WiFi

WiFi connection

POE Switch or POE NVR

WPS

Follow the steps below:

1. Open the Foscam App on your smartphone.
2. Tap on “My Device” and then tap on “Tap to add a device”.
3. Connect the camera to your POE Switch or POE NVR using an Ethernet cable.
4. Wait for a few seconds until you hear the message “Wired connection succeeded”.
5. Make sure your smartphone is connected to the same WiFi network as the camera.
6. Open the Foscam App and register a Foscam account or sign in if you already have one.
7. Scan the QR code located on your device using the Foscam App.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process.
9. Set a name for your device.
10. The device will be added successfully and you can now start using your Foscam Security Camera.

Note: If the adding process fails, please reset your camera andtry adding again according to the above method.

FAQ:

Q: How often should I change the camera’s password?
A: It is recommended to change the camera’s password regularly for security purposes. We suggest using a combination of numbers, letters, and special characters for a strong password.

Q: Can I update the camera’s software and firmware?
A: Yes, it is highly recommended to regularly update your camera with the latest available software and firmware to ensure the best experience and security.

Q: Are the cords on the camera a safety hazard?
A: Yes, the cords on this product can be a potential strangulation hazard, especially for children. Please keep these cords out of the reach of children for their safety.

To view this guide in other languages (e.g. Nederlands, Deutsch,Français, Español), and for detailed manuals, tools, etc., please visit foscam.com/downloads.

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 Unit (GPU).

Note: For the best experience, please update the APP to the latest version!

Wired Connection

1. 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”.

2. 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.

3. Open the foscam APP and please register a Foscam account, or sign in if you have one already.

4. 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

1. Run Foscam VMS, then create a local administrator account and login.
2. 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

1. Loosen the anti-theft screws, and rotate the shell and base in opposite direction until point a and b are aligned to remove the shell.
2. Screw off the micro SD cover and Insert a micro SD into the SD card slot. (If you don’t want to use SD card for storage, skip this step)
3. Install the sticker for positioning in the needed area.
4. Install the base of the device on the surface with proper expansion screws as below.
5. Assemble back the camera and shell, rotate the base and the shell to make point a and b staggered, then fix them by tightening the anti-theft screw.
6. Set the camera to needed viewing angle.

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:

Safety Tips

Product Performance

Power Supply: DC 12V 1.0A 12W

FAQs

Q1: Does it come with power supply? how to connect to power?
A: 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.

Q2: Does the camera require wifi ?
A: It’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.

Q3: Specification of Ethernet Cables that PoE Cameras Require
A: PoE cameras support T-568B connectors and CAT5, CAT6, CAT7 with8PIN Ethernet cable.

Q4: Can this be powered with a battery pack in case of power outage or tampering?
A: 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.

support@foscam.com

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 901-902,Building 1B, Shenzhen International Innovation Valley, Xingke 1st Street, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, 518055
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

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