Foscam Indoor QHD IP Security Camera User Manual
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
Add Device: Connection via the Foscam App (Recommended)
It is strongly recommended that you complete the “add devices” process on the Foscam app before the Floodlight hardware is installed.
Before You Get Started
Scan the QR code below to download and install the Foscam APP, and learn how to add the Floodlight camera to the 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: 4.1 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
- Plug the power adapter into the camera, and please wait for a few seconds until hearing the “Ready for WiFi configuration”.
Tips: If you didn’t hear the voice prompt, press and hold reset for about 10 seconds to reset the camera. - Make sure that your smartphone is connected to your WiFi router.
Tips: The camera supports dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi networks, so you can choose the channel with the stronger signal to use. For example, choose your SSID: XXXXX_2.4G or XXXXX_5G. - Open the Foscam app and please sign up for a Foscam account, or sign in if you have one already.
- After logging into the Foscam APP, select the “Tap to add a camera” or “+” icon on the upper right corner, then select “Scan the QR code” and scan the QR code labeled at the bottom of your camera.
- In “WiFi connection”, select “Ready” enter your WiFi password and tap “Confirm”, afterward tap the “Configure WiFi connection” button.
- Please scan the QR code on the phone screen with the camera, then you will hear a voice prompt saying” WiFi connecting”. Select the checkbox and tap ”Next”.
Tips: Please place the QR code on the phone screen about 10 to 15cm (3.94 to 5.9in) away, and if you encounter difficulties you can try to move the screen slowly around 10 – 15cm (3.94 – 5.9in). - Wait a few seconds until the camera notifies you that the “Wireless connection succeeded”, which means your camera has connected to your WiFi successfully. After, you can set the camera name and tap “Save” in the “Set name” interface.
Note: If the process of adding a camera fails, please reset your camera and try adding again according to the above method.
- Tapping on the play button within the video box will jump to the “Camera Login” setting interface. For your security, please set a new username and password for your camera before viewing live video.
- After completing the above steps, you can begin to use the camera.
Tips: The camera supports dual-band 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi networks, so you can choose the channel with the stronger signal to use. For example, choose your SSID: XXXXX_2.4G or XXXXX_5G.
Hardware Installation
- Place the camera directly on a desk.
- Adsorbing on a ferromagnetic object using a magnet on the base. (Base built-in magnet)
- Install the mounting plate on a wall or ceiling with the supplied fixing screws.
Note: Align points a and b to insert the camera base into the mounting plate. Rotate so that points a and b are aligned, which attaches the camera securely to the base.
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
- Run Foscam VMS, then create a local administrator account and log in.
- 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.
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 and hold it for more than 10 seconds while the camera is powered on. After hearing the voice prompt, release the button. The camera will automatically reboot and the default settings will be restored. You can then reconnect the camera by following this Quick Setup Guide.
Storage Media
Your camera supports cloud, NVR (Network Video Recorder), and Micro SD card (supports exFAT and FAT32 format) storage formats. If you wish to record and play back large amounts of video, we recommend using a Foscam NVR device as well.
Firmware Upgrades
You can upgrade the firmware of your camera with the Foscam App by using the new “One-Key-Online Upgrade” feature (Open the Foscam App and log in to the camera, select “Settings” >Firmware> “Firmware Upgrade”). You also can download the latest version to upgrade your camera from our official website foscam.com/upgrades.
Safety Tips
- Please ensure that the proper power supply is used before using the camera.
- Please install the camera securely using the screws provided.
- Please use this product within the temperature range. When the ambient temperature is too high or too low, it may cause product failure.
- To avoid the risk of fire or electric shock, please keep your camera connectors in a cool, dry place.
- Please keep the camera out of reach of small children.
- This product is not a toy; children should use the product under adult supervision.
- Change your default port to a greater range to help ensure the safety of your connection. How to change the default port: please visit foscam.com/downloads to view the user manual.
- Check the logs of your Foscam cameras frequently. Foscam Foscam
- Cameras have embedded logs reminding you of which IP address addresses are accessing the camera.
Product Performance
- WLAN frequency range: 2412MHz-2472MHz and 5725MHz-5875MHz
- Maximum transmission power: < 18.5dBm
- Wireless Standard: IEEE802.11b/g/n (2.4GHz) IEEE802.11a/n/ac (5GHz)
- Power Supply: DC 5V 1.0A 5W
Technical Support
If you have problems with your Foscam device, please contact the reseller you purchased from, or you can e-mail the company headquarters technical support team: at support@foscam.com Your valuable comments and suggestions on improving Foscam products are welcomed!
