iHOME IH-CW043-199 Roto Outdoor Smart Camera User Guide

iHOME IH-CW043-199 Roto Outdoor Smart Camera

Thank you for purchasing your iHome smart home product, powered by Geeni.
Get started using your new devices by downloading Geeni, one convenient app that manages everything straight from your phone or tablet. Easily connect to your home Wi-Fi, and control multiple devices from the touch of your fingertips.

FCC Notice

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.

Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void your authority to operate this 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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirement. The device can be used in portable exposure condition without restriction.

Support:
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What’s in the Box

Get Ready

Download & Register

STEP 1
Download the Geeni App from App Store or Google Play.
Register an account on your Geeni App.

1. Enter your mobile phone number or email address
2. Enter the verification code and create a password.
3. Log in to the App.

Install
STEP 2

1. Affix the camera base to the desired wall using the included screws. Always choose a smooth, flat wall surface for a sturdy setup.
2. The camera installs on the base by screwing into the base. Refer to the image. Be sure the camera is tightly locked in.
3. Connect the camera to a power source using the included power cable.

Connect (QR Mode)
STEP 3 Add device: QR Code Mode

1. Be sure to reset camera by pressing the reset button for 3-4 seconds.
2. In the Geeni app, on the top corner of the Devices screen, click Choose “Wi-Fi Camera” Choose “QR Code” in the top corner.
3. Click Next and enter your Wi-Fi details.
4. Scan the QR code with the camera. When you hear the camera beep, select ‘I heard the beep’ and it will add your camera.
5. The indicator light will turn solid blue when device was connected successfully!
   NOTE: Geeni can’t connect to 5GHz networks.

Add device: Easy Mode

1. In the Geeni app, on the top corner of the Devices screen, click Choose “Wi-Fi Camera”.
2. Make sure the light on the camera is blinking, indicating the device is ready to connect, then press Next Step.
3. Enter your Wi-Fi network and password.
4. The Geeni app will attempt to connect. This may take a few moments. When the blinking light turns solid blue, connection was successful!
   NOTE: Geeni can’t connect to 5GHz networks.
   *If the connection fails, try to connect using QR Mode.

Reset Device

How do I reset the device and what does the blinking light mean?
Reset the Camera by pressing the reset button for 5 seconds.

SETTINGS

• Access Camera Settings:
  From your main device list, click on the camera you want to edit, then press “ “ button on the top right for advanced settings.

• Device Name:
  Press to rename your device to something like “Bedroom” or “Kids’ Room”.

• Device Sharing:
  Let friends, spouse, roommates, or family keep an eye on what your cameras see. Whether it’s a baby’s crib or the family dog, you can decide who gets to check in, access the camera, and set notifications.

• Remove Device:
  Delete the camera from your account. Until it’s deleted, it will always be linked to your account.

• Indicator Light:
  By default, the camera lights up to show it’s on. Switch “Indicator Light” off to hide the light.

• Flip:
  If you mount your camera upside down, toggling the “Flip” function will rotate the image so that it’s right side up.

• Time Watermark:
  Turn the time watermark on to always see a time stamp of when video is taking place.

• Motion Detection:
  When turned on, you’ll receive notifications to your phone whenever the camera senses motion. Press to turn Motion Detection off or set how sensitive you want it to be.

• Format SD Card:
  Press to erase your microSD card

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I share with family and friends?
Yes, you can share your device with family and friends who will have access to control your bulbs, plugs, cameras, and other Powered by Geeni devices. In the Geeni app, press the Profile button and click on the “Device Sharing” button, and you will be able to give or revoke sharing permissions.
In order to share, the other user should already have downloaded the Geeni app and registered a new account.

Can I group multiple devices together?
Yes, you can group multiple devices of the same type together, by room, location, or however else you want. The same devices can be in multiple groups. (For example, create a group for “Bedroom” and another group for “Entire House”, and your Bedroom lights can be included in both groups). From your main device list, click on one of the devices you want to group. Press the “•••” button on the top right for advanced settings, and click Create Group. You’ll then be able to choose which devices you’d like to group together and will be able to rename them.

How Many Devices Can I Control?
Geeni app can control an unlimited amount of devices in an unlimited amount of locations. Your router may have a limit of how many devices can be connected to one router.

My iHome device has a funny name. How do I rename it?
From your main device list, click on one of the devices you want to rename, press the “•••” button on the top right for advanced settings, and click Modify Device Name (or Modify Group Name, if applicable). You’ll then be able to choose a more familiar name.

The device appears offline or unreachable, what should I do?
Make sure your Wi-Fi router is online and in range.
Make sure you have the latest Geeni functionality by clicking “Check for firmware update” in your device settings.

What’s the Wireless Range?
The range of your home Wi-Fi is heavily dependent on your home router and the conditions of the room. Check with your router specifications for exact range data.

If my Wi-Fi/Internet goes down, will Geeni still work?
iHome products need to be connected to Wi-Fi in order to use them remotely.

Troubleshooting

Cannot connect to your Wi-Fi network.
Make sure you entered the correct Wi-Fi password during the Wi-Fi setup. Check whether there are any Internet connection problems. If the Wi-Fi signal is too weak, reset your Wi-Fi router and try again.

Reset the device
Reset the LED strip by pressing & holding reset button until the LEDs blink slowly every 3 seconds. (If it’s blinking quickly or solid, reset it again)

System Requirements

• Mobile device running iOS® 9 or higher or Android™ 5.0 or higher
• Existing Wi-Fi Network

Technical Specifications

• Power Port: DC 5V ± 10%
• Storage: supports up to 128 GB microSD card (not included)
• Charging: Solid red indicator on: battery is charging
• Indicator: Solid blue indicator on: charging completedz
• Wi-Fi: IEEE 802.11n, 2.4GHz (not compatible with 5GHz Wi-Fi networks)
• Waterproof: IP65

VOICE CONTROL GUIDE **

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Thank you for purchasing your iHome smart home product. Make sure your devices are already set up using the Geeni app, then follow these steps.
To control your iHome smart home products, just say “OK Google,“ or “Hey Google,“ and ask. Make sure your devices are already set up using the Geeni app.

*Things you can say:
** “Hey Google, show me the Living Room Camera.“
“Hey Google, what’s on Kid’s Room Camera?“

Stream to:
Google Home Hub, Google Assistant Smart Displays, Google Nest Hub, and any Google Chromecast-enabled TV, screen, or PC

*Some commands require compatible devices.

1. Open the Google Home app and go to Home Control in the menu.
2. Tap the “+“ button.
3. Authorize your account with Smart Home  Skills using the username and password from your Geeni app.
4. Choose “Discover Devices.“ After a few seconds your iHome devices will be displayed under Smart Home in the Alexa app.

To control your iHome smart home products, just ask Alexa.
Make sure your devices are already set up using the Geeni app.

1. Open the Alexa app and go to Skills in the menu.
2. Search for Geeni then tap Enable.
3. Authorize your account with Smart Home Skills using the username and password from your Geeni app.
4. Choose “Discover Devices.“ After a few seconds your iHome devices will be displayed under Smart Home in the Alexa app.

You can rename your devices in the Geeni app, and Alexa will refer to them by the same name.
So if you rename a smart bulb to “Living Room“ or a nickname like a smart camera to “Living Room Camera” or “Baby’s Room,”

Alternatively, you can create an Alexa group, like “Bedroom“ or “Downstairs,“ and add the device to the group.
Alexa will recognize the group name in the Alexa app, or the device name in the Geeni app.

More information is available at: http://tinyurl.com/alexa-smart-home- groups

References

• Amazon.com
• All Products | Geeni Smarthome

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