CONNECTED MAX CMACC-DRBL-HWBAT-WH Smart Video Doorbell User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- CONNECTED MAX
Table of Contents
CMACC-DRBL-HWBAT-WH Smart Video Doorbell
User Guide
What’s in the box
Please consult this check list for all parts
- The bracket without waterproof hood is optional.
Description
Description
| Power port | DC 5V/1A (US131: AC 12V-24V (AC supply) |
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| Doorbell button | Press the button to activate the Video Doorbell |
| Status light | • Blinking red light (SLOW): awaiting Wi-Fi connection |
• Blinking red light (FAST): connecting the VVi-Fi
• Solid blue light on: the Video Doorbell is working correctly
• Solid red light on: the Video Doorbell is malfunction
Microphone| Captures sound for your video
SD card slot| Supports local SD Card storage (Max 128 GB)
Reset| Press and hold on for 5 seconds with pin to reset
Battery installation
Installation using internal rechargeable battery
- Prior to installing the Smart Video Doorbell, charge the battery using the included USB Cable and Power Adapter. Insert the Power Adapter into a standard wall outlet and insert the USB cable into the charging port on the side of the doorbell.
- Attach the Bracket to the wall with the mounting screws.
- Install the Video Doorbell in the Bracket and lock it with the screw.
Hardware installation
Installation using existing doorbell hardware
NOTE: Before installing the video doorbell turn off the power at the circuit breaker.
- Attach the Bracket to the wall with the mounting screws.
- Connect the Bracket with the AC supply.
- Install the Video Doorbell in the Bracket and lock it with the screw.
Chime Kit installation
Chime Kit installation using existing chime
IMPORTANT: It is essential to install the Chime Kit when using the
Hardware option to prevent damage to the video doorbell and for it to work
properly with the mechanical chime.
Find your mechanical chime which is a typically a rectangular box. It produces
the sound when your doorbell is connected and pressed. It may (or may not) be
mounted inside your FRONT door. Then remove the cover of mechanical chime.
Connect the mechanical chime and Chime Kit.
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Loosen the screw terminals.
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Make sure that the power supply wires have been connected to screw terminals correctly.
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Take out the included Chime Kit. Connect the prongs of Chime Kit to the screw terminals of mechanical chime:
• One of prong of Chime Kit connects to the transformer terminal which is usually labeled as TRANS, T, AC, or 0.
• Connect the another prong to screw terminals according to where your doorbell is situated. For example, if your doorbell and mechanical chime are installed in the front door, connect this prong to the front screw terminal which is usually labeled as FRONT, Fl, or C1.
• Either prong of the Chime Kit can be connected to either of the screw terminals. There is no distinction between positive and negative. -
Tighten the screw terminals.
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Using the included double-sided tape, affix the Chime Kit to your existing chime wherever there is space and replace the cover. Be careful not to interfere with any of the existing chime’s moving parts. You can also install the Chime Kit on the outside of the mechanical chime if there is not enough space inside.
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Turn on the circuit breaker which connects with the Video Doorbell and mechanical chime. The status light on the Video Doorbell button will light up.
NOTE: When using the hard wire option, select the “Mechanical Chime Type” in the “Bell Settings” menu of the Cree Lighting App after pairing the Video Doorbell to the app.
Connect
Download
The Cree Lighting App is available for both iOS and Android.
Search Cree Lighting in the App store or Google Play to download the app.
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https://apps.apple.com/us/app/creelighting/id1511968459
Pairing to your network
The Connected Max Smart Video Doorbell must pair to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network.
Once paired, you can control on any Wi-Fi or cellular network. For most users,
pairing will be quick and simple. But depending on the type of wireless router
you have, you may need a little more information to get started. Refer to our
Wireless Router Guide at
creelighting.com/connectedmax for more
information.
NOTE: If you need to re-select the Wi-Fi network, please press and hold the “RESET” button for 5 seconds, the device will restart, and the indicator will be flashing red.
Connection
How to pair your Video Doorbell
Download the Cree Lighting app and register your account. Open the Cree
Lighting App, click “Sign Up”, read the “User Agreement Privacy Policy” and
click “Agree.”
QR Code Configuration
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Click “Add Device” or “+” and then select “Cameras” to add Video Doorbell.
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The status indicator on the doorbell should be flashing quickly. If it is not, reset the Video Doorbell and then tap -Next.” Then input your Wi-Fi credentials and tap “Next.”
NOTE: Video Doorbell only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network -
Next, scan the QR code on your phone with the camera, when you hear an audible prompt, pairing has been complete. Tap on 1 Heard a Prompt.”
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Now the Video Doorbell will pair with your network.
Safety Information
IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD
RESULT IN FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR OTHER INJURY OR DAMAGE.
This device is not intended for underwater use. To protect against electric
shock, do not intentionally submerge or immerse your device, battery, or
adapter in water or expose your device or adapter to other liquids. Do not
spill any food or beverages on your device, battery or adapter. Do not attempt
to clean or polish your device, battery, or adapter with or expose your
device, battery, or adapter to oil, lotion, or other abrasive substances.
Don’t expose your device, battery, or adapter to salt water or other
conductive liquids. Do not expose your device, battery, or adapter to
pressurized water, high velocity water, or extremely humid conditions (such as
a steam room). If your device, battery, or adapter gets wet, carefully unplug
all cables without getting your hands wet and wait for it to dry completely
before plugging it in again. Do not attempt to dry your device, battery, or
adapter with an external heat source, such as a microwave oven, or hair dryer.
To avoid risk of electric shock do not touch your device, battery, or adapter
to any wires connected to your device during a lightning storm while your
device, battery, or adapter is plugged in. If your device, battery, or adapter
appears to be damaged, discontinue use immediately.
Use only accessories supplied with your device or specifically marketed for
use with your device, to power your device. Use of third-party accessories may
impact your device’s performance. Read all safety instructions for any
accessories before using with your device.
BATTERY SAFETY
Keep the battery and its power adapter in a well ventilated area and away
from heat source, especially when in use or charging. Do not charge your
battery near water or in extremely humid conditions. Do not open, disassemble,
bend, deform, puncture, or shred the battery. Do not modify, attempt to insert
foreign objects into the battery or immerse or expose to water or other
liquids. Do not expose the battery to fire, explosion, or other hazard.
Promptly dispose of used batteries in accordance with applicable laws and
regulations. If dropped and you suspect damage, take steps to prevent any
ingestion or direct contact of fluids and any other materials from the battery
with skin or clothes.
For best results, use type Li-Ion batteries. Install only new batteries of the
same type in your product. Failure to insert batteries in the correct
polarity, as indicated in the battery compartment, may shorten the life of the
batteries or cause batteries to leak. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not
mix Alkaline, Standard (Carbon-Zinc) or Rechargeable (Nickel Cadmium) or
(Nickel Metal Hydroxide) batteries. Always remove old, weak, or worn-out
batteries promptly and recycle or dispose of them in accordance with local and
national disposal regulations.
If a battery leaks, remove all batteries and recycle or dispose of them in
accordance with battery manufacturer’s recommendations. If fluid for the
battery comes into contact with skin or clothes, flush with water immediately.
Do not charge outdoors. The device must be charged inside in a dry area.
Safely Connecting your Video Doorbell to your Home’s Electrical Wiring
If you install the video doorbell where a doorbell is already in use and you
connect the video doorbell to your home’s doorbell electrical wiring, you must
turn off the existing doorbell’s power source at your home’s circuit breaker
or fuse and test that the power is off BEFORE removing the existing doorbell,
installing the video doorbell, or touching electrical wires. Failure to turn
off the circuit breaker or fuse could result in FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, or OTHER
INJURY or DAMAGE. More than one disconnect switch may be required to turn off
the equipment before servicing.
To test whether you have successfully de-energized your existing doorbell’s
power source, press your doorbell several time to confirm that the power is
off.
If you are unsure or uncomfortable in performing this installation or handling
electrical wiring, please consult a qualified electrician in your area.
FCC Statement
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 device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and it also complies with Part 15 of the FCC RF
Rules. This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with
provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be
installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons
and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna
installation instructions and consider removing the no-collocation 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.
Caution!
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.