FOSCAM 305503000999 Outdoor Security Camera User Guide

FOSCAM 305503000999 Outdoor Security Camera

Product Specifications

• Model: Outdoor Security Camera V1.0 305503000999
• Resolution: FHD (Full High Definition)
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi and LAN
• Power Source : Power Adapter
• Storage: Micro SD Card Slot
• Features: Spotlight & Infrared LED, Microphone, Speaker, Light Sensor

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

Setting Up Your Camera

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 smartphone, it is recommended that your smartphone 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!

WiFi Connection

1. Please tighten the antenna clockwise and make sure it is in a vertical position.
2. Plug the power adapter into the camera, and please wait for a few seconds until hearing the “Ready for WiFi configuration”
3. Make sure that your smartphone is connected to your WiFi router .
4. Open the foscam APP and please register a Foscam account, or sign in if you have one already.
5. Follow the steps below:

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 log in.
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

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 tail cable. 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.

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:

1. Scan the QR code below to download the “FoscamFormat ” Tool
2. Open the “FoscamFormat ” Toolfoscam.com/downloads/app_software.html

Safety Tips

Product Performance

• WLAN frequency range: 2412MHz – 2472MHz and
• 5725MHz – 5850MHz Maximum transmission power: < 17dBm Wireless
• Standard: IEEE802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz) IEEE802.11a/n (5GHz)
• Power Supply: DC 12V 1.0A 12W

Troubleshooting

• IP cameras is not powering on

If you find your camera is not powering on, please do the following:

1. Please check whether the outlet is working properly or not. Try to plug the camera into a different outlet and see whether it will work.
2. Please check whether the DC adapter is working or not. If you have another 12V/1A power adapter that is working, please try another power adapter and see whether it will work.
3. If it still won’t work, please contact Foscam support.

How to re-configure the WiFi connection for Foscam cameras after the router is changed?

1. Please connect the camera to your router with an ethernet cable. If you can see the camera live video on the Foscam app, please go to camera settings–>WiFi settings to choose the new WiFi name and input the WiFi password to set up. After the WiFi settings is completed, please disconnect the ethernet cable from the camera and wait for some seconds to connect to the camera.
2. There is a need to reset the camera first. Please refer to https://www.foscam.com/faqs/view.html?id=13 to see the reset steps.
   Then please open the Foscam app to scan the QR code of your camera to set up the wireless connection for the camera. Please make sure your cellphone is connected to that new WiFi.

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
Address: Room 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.

FCC

FCC Caution
Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under 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 under 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 the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to 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 a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator& your body.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How often should I update the camera’s software?
  • A: It is recommended to regularly update your camera with the latest available software and firmware to ensure optimal performance.
• Q: What are the recommended smartphone specifications for using the Foscam App?
  • A: For a smoother video experience, it is recommended to use iOS version 11 or higher or Android 5.0 or higher with a GPU-enabled device.

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
• How to reset Foscam cameras?-Foscam Support - FAQs

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