xiaomi C300 Smart Camera User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Xiaomi
Table of Contents
xiaomi C300 Smart Camera
Read this manual carefully before use, and retain it for future reference.
Product Overview
Package Contents: Xiaomi Smart Camera C300, charging cable, wall mounting kit, user manual, warranty notice
Installation
You can place the Xiaomi Smart Camera C300 on horizontal surfaces, such as desks, dining tables, and coffee tables. You can also mount it on a wall.
Mounting the camera on a wall
- First use a pencil to mark the positions for the base mounting holes on the wall, then drill two holes at the marked positions. The diameter of each hole is approximately 6 mm, and the depth is approximately 30 mm.
- Insert a plastic wall plug into each drilled hole.
- Place the side of the base with arrows facing forward, and then align the holes. Insert the screws and then tighten them into the wall plugs with a Phillips head screwdriver.
- Align the grooves on the bottom of the camera with the raised part on the base, and then turn it clockwise until it locks into place.
Notes
The wall must be able to support at least three times the total weight of the
camera.
Warning
To prevent possible injury, the camera must be securely fixed to the ceiling or
wall according to the installation instructions.
How to Use
Installing a microSD card
Make sure the camera is turned off. Push the lens upward to reveal the microSD
card slot. Insert the microSD card into the card slot with its contact points
facing downward.
Note: Disconnect the camera from the power before installing or removing
a microSD card. Please use a genuine microSD card manufactured by a qualified
supplier. (The microSD card needs to be purchased separately. The maximum
supported capacity is 256 GB). It is recommended to use a microSD card with a
reading/writing speed of no less than U1/Class 10.
- Turning on the camera Plug the charging cable into the Micro-USB power port on the back, and the camera automatically turns on, and the indicator quickly blinks orange.
- Note: When the camera is working, do not turn the lens of the camera nor force it to rotate. If the positioning of the lens is inaccurate, please calibrate it in the Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app.
Indicator Blue: Connected successfully/Working properly Blinking blue: Network error Quickly blinking orange: To be connected Slowly blinking orange: Updating
Connect with Mi Home/Xiaomi Home App
This product works with Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app*. Control your device with the
Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app. To use this product, it is a must to download and
install the Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app. Scan the QR code to download and install
the app. You will be directed to the connection setup page if the app is
installed already. Or search “Mi Home/Xiaomi Home” in the app store to
download and install
it. Make sure your phone has connected to the 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. 7E1C4FFB Open the
Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app, tap “+” on the upper right and then follow the
prompts to add your device. The app is referred to as the Xiaomi Home app in
Europe (except for Russia). The name of the app displayed on your device
should be taken as the default.
Note: The version of the app might have been updated, please follow the
instructions based on the current app version.
Make sure the camera turns on and the network connection is stable during
connecting. The indicator is quickly blinking orange when waiting for a
connection and turns blue once the camera is successfully connected.
- Restoring factory settings If the network connection or the Xiaomi Account that the camera is paired with has been changed, you need to restore the factory settings. Press and hold the reset button for about three seconds. Once the indicator starts quickly blinking orange, the factory settings have been restored successfully. Then you can reconnect the camera with the app.
Note: Restoring factory settings will not delete the content on the microSD card.
Real-time Surveillance
In the app, you can view real-time surveillance, adjust the sharpness of the
image, adjust the horizontal and vertical angles, capture and record, and make
calls.
Infrared Night Vision
As the ambient light dims, the camera can automatically switch to night vision
mode. With the built-in infrared lights, it can clearly capture video in the
dark.
Playback
- The playback feature of the camera is only available when a compatible microSD card is installed or the cloud storage service is purchased.
- Tap the playback button in the plugin of the Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app, then drag the timeline to select the time period you want to playback. Variable speed playback is supported.
Home Surveillance Assistant
- When the home surveillance assistant is enabled, the camera will record videos if it detects human movement and changes in real-time within its surveilled area. Then you will get the app push notification. (Human movement detection can be enabled after the cloud storage service is purchased and activated.)
- You can enable or disable the home surveillance assistant in the Mi Home/Xiaomi Home app.
- You can set 24-hour, daytime, nighttime, custom period surveillance, alert sensitivity, alert time intervals, etc.
Video Sharing
In the app, you can select the device-sharing option in the settings menu to
share the camera with others. Users you share the camera with the need to
download the app and sign in with their Xiaomi Account.
Note
Illustrations of products, accessories, and user interfaces in the user manual
are for reference purposes only. Actual products and functions may vary due to
product enhancements. Do not cover the vent, this device is not intended to be
used on soft supports. The marking information is located at the bottom of the
device. The symbol indicates DC voltage.
Precautions
- The operating temperature range for this camera is between -10°C and 40°C. Do not use the camera in environments with temperatures above or below the specified range.
- The camera is a precision electronic product. In order to ensure its normal operation, do not install the camera in environments with high humidity levels nor allow water to get into it.
- To improve the camera’s performance, do not place its lens facing or next to a reflective surface, such as glass windows or white walls, as this will cause the image to appear overly bright in areas close to the camera and darker in areas further away, or cause the camera to produce white images.
- Make sure the camera is installed in an area with a strong Wi-Fi signal. Do not place the camera near objects that may affect its Wi-Fi signals, such as metal objects, or microwave ovens.
- Under normal use conditions, this equipment should be kept a separation distance of at least 20 cm between the antenna and the body of the user.
WEEE Information
All products bearing this symbol are waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE as in directive 2012/19/EU) which should not be mixed with unsorted household waste. Instead, you should protect human health and the environment by handing over your waste equipment to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment, appointed by the government or local authorities. Correct disposal and recycling will help prevent potential negative consequences to the environment and human health. Please contact the installer or local authorities for more information about the location as well as the terms and conditions of such collection points.
EU Declaration of Conformity
Hereby, Xiaomi Communications Co., Ltd. declares that the radio equipment
type Xiaomi Smart Camera C300 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The
full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following
internet address: http://www.mi.com/global/service/sup-port/declaration.html
Specifications
- Name: Xiaomi Smart Camera C300
- Model: XMC01
- Item Dimensions: 115 × 78 × 78 mm
- Aperture: F1.4
- Operating Temperature: -10°C to 40°C
- Storage: MicroSD card (up to 256 GB)
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz
- Wi-Fi Operation Frequency: 2412–2472 MHz
- Wi-Fi Maximum Output Power: <20 dBm
- Net Weight: 327 g
- Input: 5 V 2 A
- Resolution: 2304 × 1296
- Video Codec: H.265
Manufactured by: Xiaomi Communications Co., Ltd.
Address: #019, 9th Floor, Building 6, 33 Xi’erqi Middle Road, Haidian
District,
Being, China For further information, please go to
www.mi.com