ADT Pulse DBC835 User manual

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ADT Pulse®Interactive Solutions
DBC835 Wireless HD Doorbell Camera
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INTRODUCTION
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1Introduction
This section provides information about the Doorbell Camera features,
components and capabilities.
Packaging Contents
The following items are included in the package.
1. Doorbell Camera x 1
2. Two Mounting Brackets (Small Slim & Gang Plate size)
3. Wedge Kit (15°, 30° Angles)
15°Wedge
30°Wedge
15°Tilt

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4. (No.1) Screw/Anchor x 2
5. (No.2) Screw x 2
6. (N0.3) Screw x 2
7. (No.4) Screw x 2
8. Bubble Level
9. Always On Bracket

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Physical Details
The DBC835 supports both analog and digital chimes within 8-24 AC voltage
range. The operation temperature is –4°F to 122°F. (–20°C to 50°C)
(The battery will not be charged when the temperature is < 32°F or discharge
when internal temperature is >138°F)
Figure 1-1 Front Panel
Figure 1-2 Rear Panel

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Overview
Doorbell/WPS Button has two functions:
WPS Pin Code Mode: When pressed and held 5 seconds, the doorbell camera will be
in WPS Pin Code Mode.
Note: When Wi-Fi connection is established, the WPS function is disabled.
Doorbell Mode: Press the button to ring the door chime.
LED Activity & Behavior:
Doorbell
Activity
LED
Color
LED
Intensity
LED
Behavior
Description
Power Up
Blue
Medium
Solid
When boot-up sequence starts, the LED will
be solid Blue.
WPS PIN
Mode
Green
Medium
Blinking
When doorbell button is held down 5
seconds, the LED will start flashing green
indicating doorbell camera is in WPS Pin
mode.
WPS Failure
Red
Medium
Triple Blink
If doorbell camera falls during WPS
enrollment, the LED will flash RED three
times.
Network
Connected
Blue
Medium
Solid
After connected to network, LED color will
change to Blue solid.
Network
Disconnected
Red
Medium
Blinking
When power-up sequence is completed, the
LED will flash RED until connected to
network.
FW Download
In-progress
Green
Medium
Spinning
LED spinning green indicates FW is being
downloaded. Once complete, update takes
place and doorbell reboots. LED then goes
into power-up mode.
A/C
Disconnected
Red
Dim/
Medium
Intermittent
Blinking
LED will blink in 5 second intervals when
A/C is not detected.
Standby
Blue
Dim
Solid
After power-up and connected to network.
Motion
Triggered
Blue
Dim
Solid
When PIR detects motion the LED will turn
dim blue.
Doorbell
Button Press
Blue
Dim-
Medium
Pulsating
Blue LED will pulse between dim and
medium intensity while the waiting for
interactive session.
Factory Reset
Red
Medium
Double
Blink
When the reset button is held down for 15
seconds and released, LED will blink red
twice indicating the start of reboot/factory
reset.
Bracket
Connected
Blue
Dim
Solid
After connected to the doorbell, LED color
will turn to dim blue.

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2Basic Setup
This section providesinformationonhowtoassembleand configure the DBC835
Doorbell Camera for enrollment.
Installation
1. Power-Up and Check LED
Turn on the switch on the rear side of the doorbell camera and wait for 20
seconds until the LED turns to flashing red.
Note:The internal battery supports about 40 minutes of operation. If you
don’t see the camera powering up, please charge the doorbell camera via
Micro USB cable with USB charger for 45 min before installation.
Figure 2-1 Power LED
2. Enroll the Camera in ADT Pulse
This process is described in section 3 ADT Pulse Enrollment.
3. Mounting the Doorbell Camera
Mount the camera in its final permanent location. Please refer to section 4
Hardware Installation for more details.

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3ADT Pulse Enrollment
This section provides instructions for wirelessly enrolling the DBC835
Doorbell Camera into the ADT Pulse network. This process uses Wi-Fi
Protected Setup (WPS) with PIN method to wirelessly enroll the HD
Camera to gateway via the ADT Pulse portal or Installer App.
Using WPS with PIN
1. Power up the camera and wait for the LED to turn flashing red, as
described in the previous chapter.
2. Launch web browser and log into the Pulse portal or installer app.
3. Enter the Manage Devices screen using one of the following methods.
 For the Pulse portal, select the System tab and click Manage Devices .
 For Installer app, click the Pulse Devices link.
4. In Manage Devices screen, click Cameras .
Figure 3-1 Clicking "Cameras" Button

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5. Click the Add Using WPS button at the bottom of screen as shown in Figure
3-2.
Figure 3-2 Clicking Add Using WPS Button
6. Locate the camera PIN number on the label on the rear of the camera. Enter
the PIN number in the WPS PIN field as shown in Figure 3-3.
Figure 3-3 Entering the PIN

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7. Click the Continue button to initiate the WPS process.
Figure 3-4 Clicking "Continue" Button
8. Press the doorbell button, the LED will blink green during WPS process.
Note:This WPS process must be completed within 2 minutes or else it will
be timed out. The remaining time is displayed in the upper left portion of the
screen.
Figure 3-5 Add Camera Using WPS Screen

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9. Once the doorbell camera is enrolled, the Camera Details screen will be
displayed. Name the device and select the desired bandwidth & chime type.
Click Save after entering or change settings.
Figure 3-6 Saving Camera Details
10. The newly added device will be shown in the Camera List, then click Go Back
at the top left of the screen as shown in Figure 3-7.
Figure 3-7 Clicking Go Back Button

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11. The Manage Devices screen is displayed, click Close.
Figure 3-8 Manage Devices Screen
12. Click System page to verify the device enrollment.
Figure 3-9 System Screen
13. Move the doorbell to where it will be mounted and check the LED and site
diagnostics to verify Wi-Fi signal strength.
Note: If the Wi-Fi cannot reach the doorbell camera, you will see the LED
blinking red. Relocate the Pulse gateway / TS or Cloud Link if possible or
add a Wi-Fi repeater to improve the signal strength to the doorbell camera.

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14. Factory Reset Instructions:
A. Press the doorbell button to wake up the device
B. If already enrolled, the device will “ding-dong”
C. If not already enrolled, the device will go into WPS mode and
blink green
D. Press and hold the reset button on the back until you hear a
ring (about 10 seconds), then release to start the reset process
E. If you don’t hear the ring, press the doorbell button again to
ensure it is awake and perform step “D” again
F. The unit may need to be charged via USB is the battery is too
low to perform the factory reset

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4Hardware Installation
This section provides details for mounting the DBC835 Doorbell Camera.
Installing Hardware
Note:Ensure the camera is configured and enrolled in ADT Pulse before
permanently mounting.
1. Turn off the breaker circuit before disconnecting legacy doorbell button.
Figure 4-1 Breaker Circuit
2. Unscrew the legacy doorbell to locate two power wires. (The recommended
installation height is between 47 -60 inches.)
Figure 4-2 Mounting Location
Note: Check the voltage at the doorbell to ensure voltage is between 9 ~ 24
VAC. If the voltage is DC, then the DC835 does not support this voltage
type.

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3. Choose either the Always On bracket (recommended) or the regular mounting
bracket that will cover the hole of the legacy doorbell button. The larger bracket
should be used with gang boxes.
Please check the Always On Bracket Installation section for more details
Figure 4-3 Choosing Mounting Bracket
4. Connect the power wires from the existing doorbell to the screw terminals of
the bracket.
Figure 4-4 Connecting the power Wires

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5. Secure the bracket with screws (No. 1 or No. 2). Please see Figure 4-5.
Note: Install the anchors if necessary.
Figure 4-5 Installing the Screws
6. Attach the doorbell camera to the mounting bracket. Make sure the doorbell
camera is firmly fixed and working properly.
Caution: To avoid damaging the rubber seal of the pogo pins, please
attach the camera to the mounting bracket flush. Mounting bracket
should lay flat against the wall. Over torqueing can warp the bracket and
cause it to lose contact with pins .
Figure 4-6 Attaching the Camera to the Bracket
7. Turn on the breaker circuit.
8. Check that the chime is working normally by pushing the doorbell button. If
the AC wires are not connected properly, the LED will blink Red every 5
seconds.
Note: Please check if the chime sounds, if not, the chime type should be
changed in the ADT Pulse portal under Manage Devices.

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Using the Wedge Kit Optional)
If needed, you can mount your doorbell at an angle for better view and motion
detection. The wedge kit comes with 3 plates which can be used to tilt the camera
forward or sideways by 15/30 degrees.
1. Use the two screws (No.1) to install the wedge into the wall. The larger
bracket should be used with gang box.
Figure 4-7 Install the Wedge
2. Secure the bracket to the wedge with the two screws (No.3 or No. 4).
Figure 4-8 Attaching the Bracket to the Wedge

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3. Attach the doorbell camera to the bracket.
Figure 4-9 Attaching the Camera to the Bracket
4. Apply the Audio Video Surveillance Sticker.
Figure 4-10 Audio & Video Surveillance Sticker

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Always On Bracket Installation
The Always On bracket can only be installed with mechanical doorbell chimes
(AC16V~24V). In this configuration, the doorbell camera will be in always on mode,
which brings back the 5 second pre-buffer, connects live view faster, and removes
the need for the internal battery to be charged.
1. Choose the mounting bracket that will cover the hole of the legacy doorbell
button. The larger bracket should be used with gang boxes.
Figure 4-11 Choosing Mounting Bracket
2. Connect the power wires from the existing doorbell to the screw terminals of
the bracket.
Figure 4-12 Connecting the power Wires

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3. Secure the bracket with screws (No.1 or No.2). Please see Figure 4-13.
Note: Install the anchors if necessary.
Figure 4-13 Installing the Screws
4. Attach the doorbell camera to the mounting bracket. Make sure the doorbell
camera is firmly fixed and working properly.
Caution: To avoid damaging the rubber seal of the pogo pins, please
attach the camera to the mounting bracket flush. Mounting bracket
should lay flat against the wall. Over torqueing can warp the bracket and
cause it to lose contact with pins .
Figure 4-14 Attaching the Camera to the Bracket

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5Appendix
Digital Chime Compatibility List
Utilitech
Model # UT-27103-02
Utilitech
Model # UT-2735-02
Utilitech
Model # UT-7574-02
IQ America
Model # DW-2403A
Hampton Bay
Model # HB-7621-02
Honeywell
Model# RCW102N
Hone5ywell
Model# RCW251N
NuTone
Model# LA100WH
NuTone
Model# LA126WH
Heath Zenith
Model# DC3360
Warning:Other digital chimes may work, but there is a possibly the chime will
sound inadvertently at times.