Zmodo Pivot1080p-HD Wireless Indoor Camera User Manual
Getting to know your Pivot
- TouchPad
- Status Ring
- IR (Infrared) LED
- Microphone
- HD Camera
- Light Sensor
- Power Port
- Speaker
Using the TouchPad:
To reset the Pivot, touch and hold for 10 seconds. To enable Bluetooth pairing, double-tap rapidly until you hear “Pairing
What’s in the Box:
Mobile Setup
This quick start guide will help you configure your Sight 180 for initial use. For detailed instructions and troubleshooting, please visit:www.zmodo.com/support
- Make sure that you have a strong WiFi connection at the location of your camera. Visit www.zmodo.com/support for advice on improving your WiFi signal range.
- Make sure you know the SSID (WiFi network name) and password of the 2.4GHz WPA-PSK/WPA2- PSK WiFi network that you want your camera to connect to. Your network cannot be hidden.
- Make sure your network has at least 2Mbps upload speed for each camera when live viewing or 4Mbps upload speed for each camera when using the Zmodo Cloud Service.
- Download and install the “Zmodo” app from Google TM TM ® Play or the App Store (Compatibility: iOS 9.0+ TM or Android 4.0+). Launch the app and sign up for a free Zmodo account. All of your devices will be bound to this account.
- Power on your camera with the supplied power adapter.
We are constantly working to improve our product and app. Please visit www.zmodo.com/support for updated instructions, manuals, and more.
This device can be set up with a Zmodo Beam. If you own a Beam, please follow the instructions in your Beam quick guide to connect your device instead.
DETAILS
- Log in and press
in the upper right corner. Select “Add Device”.
- Select the “Zink” connection method to connect your camera. Your camera will be added to your Zmodo account.
- Tap
to proceeds (If you’re setting up multiple devices at once, tapto add additional units).
- Follow the on-screen instructions and select “Tap here to begin setup” to go to the WiFi settings page on your smartphone.
Note: If you are using an iOS device, you will need to manually go to the WiFi settings page on your smartphone.
- Select the network named “ZMD_SAP” and connect to it.
Note: If you see a “No Internet Connection” error message, please ignore it and connect anyway.
- Return to the Zmodo app page and select or enter the SSID and password of the WiFi network that you want your camera to connect to. Note: The WiFi name and password are case-sensitive. Tapto proceed.
- If you see this screen, the app will connect your camera to your WiFi network. This may take a few minutes. Once it’s completed, please skip to step 11. If you do not see this screen, please proceed to step 8. Note: If you are connecting multiple devices, you will need to wait for the app to find and connect all devices.
- If this app interface appears, please press “Tap here to select WiFi”.
Note: If you are using an iOS device, you will need to manually go to the WiFi settings page on your smartphone.
- Select the WiFi network that your camera will connect to, and connect to it. Return to the Zmodo app once your mobile device is connected to the WiFi network.
- The app will automatically search for your camera and connect it to the WiFi network. This may take a few minutes. Note: If you are connecting multiple devices, you will need to wait for the app to find and connect all devices.
- Name your camera and set a password for it. Tapto proceed.
Note: The password provides an additional layer of security for your devices. You will not need to use this password when accessing your devices from the Zmodo app. It is not required, but it is highly recommended.
- Your camera has been successfully configured! You can now share or view your camera.
in the upper right corner. Select “Add Device”.
to proceeds (If you’re setting up multiple devices at once, tap
Monitor your doors and windows
When a door or window is opened, Pivot can automatically turn to see what happened. Set up the included sensors by removing the plastic tab and configuring the sensors in the Pivot settings menu. When Pivot detects an opened window or door, it will rotate to a preset location set in the “Preset Setting” menu and capture a 30-second video clip.
Note: Install one sensor on the door or window frame, and the other corresponding piece on the moveable part of the door or window. When closed, the maximum distance between the two sensors should be 2cm.
Smart motion detection
Pivot can detect motion from anywhere in the room, even if the camera isn’t pointed in that direction. When motion is detected, the Pivot will automatically record a 30-second clip and send an alert to your phone. If motion is detected outside of the camera’s field-of-view, the Pivot will automatically rotate 360°to to survey the room. Enable the 360°Detection feature in the Pivot settings menu.
Playback locally stored video
Pivot comes with 16GB of internal storage to save your footage and moments. Review your recordings at any time
Keep track of your home’s health
Pivot tracks your home’s temperature and humidity with its built-in sensors to give you the whole picture of your home.
Now let’s party!
Need some mood music? Pivot has a built-in Bluetooth speaker for that. Enable the Bluetooth function on your media device and quickly double-tap the touchpad on the top of your Pivot until you hear “Pairing”. Then select “Pivot” from the list of Bluetooth devices on your media device, and play your favorite songs.
Status Light Definitions
Solid green
Your camera is powering on
Blinking green
Your camera is ready for setup
Blinking blue
Your camera is connecting to the WiFi network. Please do NOT turn off or unplug your camera at this time.
Solid blue
Your camera has successfully connected to the WiFi network.
Solid green
Blinking green
Blinking blue
Solid blueIf you were unable to connect your camera successfully:
- Make sure that you are connecting to a 2.4GHz WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK WiFi network, and that your network is not hidden.
- Please make sure that you entered the network name and password correctly. Note: Both are case-sensitive.
- You may need to improve your WiFi strength. Visit www.zmodo.com/support for suggestions.
- Try moving the device closer to your router for the initial setup, and relocate your device once the setup is complete.
Support
Having difficulty?
You can use the Live Chat function in the Zmodo app if you have any technical problems. Please follow the steps below: Access the “Me” page in the bottom right corner of the Zmodo app and select “Zmodo Support”. For more instructions, troubleshooting, support, and other resources, please visit:
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