Foscam G4C User manual

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User
User Manual Manual
Foscam 2K Starlight Outdoor
Wi-Fi IP Security Camera
Model: G4C
V1.2

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Table of Contents
1 Overview............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 Key Features...........................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 Read before Use.................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Packing Contents................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.4 Physical Description.............................................................................................................................................. 4
1.5 SD Card Management...........................................................................................................................................5
1.6 Add Device: Connection via the Foscam App................................................................................................... 5
1.7 Installation............................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.8 Waterproof Lid Installation Guide........................................................................................................................ 6
2 Default Parameters........................................................................................................................................................... 7
3 Specification....................................................................................................................................................................... 7

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1 Overview
1.1 Key Features
4MP QHD Waterproof IP Camera
H.264+/H.264 video Compression
Supports Human detection, Motion Detection
Compatible with free Foscam Video Management Software
Compatible with free Foscam iOS and Android APP
Support 2.4GHz&5GHz dual-band WiFi
Built-in 2pcs Spotlight and IR LED, has excellent night vision image
Supports WDR(Wide-Dynamic Range)
Supports 256GB Micro SD Card storage(External)
Night Vision Range up to 20m(66 feet)
P2P Feature for Easy Remote Access
Supports image snapshot
Supports dual-stream
Supports remote viewing & record from anywhere anytime
Multi-level users management with password protection
Supports multiple network protocols: IP, TCP, UDP, SMTP, FTP, DHCP, RTSP
Supports Alexa
Supports Google Assistant
1.2 Read before Use
Please first verify that all contents received are complete according to the Package Contents listed below.
Before the Network Camera is installed, please carefully read and follow the instructions in the Quick Setup
Guide to avoid damage due to faulty assembly and installation. This also ensures the product is used properly
as intended.
1.3 Packing Contents
● Camera× 1
● Ethernet Cable× 1
● Quick Setup Guide × 1
● Expansion Screws× 1
● Waterproof Lid × 1
● Wi-Fi Antenna * 1
● Surveillance sign× 1
●Power Adapter × 1

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1.4 Physical Description
1 WIFI Antenna: Wireless Antenna
2 LENS: All Glasses Material
3 Infrared LED: 2pcs Spotlight and IR LED
4 Light Sensor
1.4.2 Interface
1 LAN
10/100M adaptive Ethernet interface. Through this interface, IP camera can be connected with various network
devices, such as hub, router, etc.
2 Audio input interface
The jack is used to plug external input device such as sound pick up device directly. Here microphone cannot
directly insert to the interface, it must connect to adapter first.
3 Audio output interface
The jack is used to plug external output device such as loud speaker directly. Here microphone cannot directly
insert to the interface, it must connect to adapter first.
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4 Power Interface
Connect the external power adapter, request for 12V / 1A power.
5 Reset button
Press and hold on the reset button for 5 seconds. Releasing the reset button, the password will back to the
factory default administrator password. The default administrator user is admin with no password.
1.5 SD Card Management
This camera supports Micro SD Card.
When you plug in the SD card during the camera work process, please reboot the camera again, or else the
SD card might not work well.
On Foscam app go to the SettingsDevice StatusDevice Status page, you can see the SD card status.
1.6 Add Device: Connection via the Foscam App
Scan the QR code below to download and install the Foscam APP.
Please refer to the Quick Setup Guide.
1.7 Installation
Please refer to the Quick Setup Guide.
Point the camera at the desired location and use the screws provided to mount it.
Please Note:
Ensure that rain or water will not reach the connector ports at the end of the pig tail wiring. These connectors
are not weather-resistant.

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1.8 Waterproof Lid Installation Guide
When mounting your camera outdoors, you are suggested to install the waterproof lid for it. You may follow the
steps for installation.
1. Thread the Ethernet cable through the top cover and then the waterproof connector.
2. Put the rubber seal ring around the Ethernet cable between the top cover and the waterproof connector.
Note: The rubber seal ring provided has been cut. If not, you may manually cut it.
3. Put on the rubber O-ring to the Ethernet port of the camera and plug the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet
port.
4. Align the waterproof connector with the Ethernet port, then twist it clockwise to tighten the two parts.
5. Push the rubber seal ring into the waterproof connector, then screw the top cover and lock it into position
firmly to finish installation.

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2 Default Parameters
Default network parameters
IP address: obtain dynamically
Subnet mask: obtain dynamically
Gateway: obtain dynamically
3 Specification
ITEMS
G4C
Spotlight
Color temperature
2800K
Image Sensor
Sensor Type
High Definition Color CMOS Sensor
Display Resolution
4.0Megapixels (2560*1440)
Min. Illumination
0 Lux (With IR Illuminator)
Lens
Lens Type
f:4.9mm; F1.65
Angle of view
Diagonal: 101.5°, Horizontal: 89°, Vertical: 51°
Video
Image Compression
H.264+/H.264
Resolution
2K(2560*1440) 25fps,1080P(1920x1080) 25fps, 720P(1280 x
720), VGA(640 x 480), VGA(640 x 360)
Stream
Dual stream
Image Adjustment
The hue, brightness, contrast, saturation, sharpness are
adjustable
Flip Image
Flip and mirror
Night Vision
Color night vision, Infrared night vision, Automatic mode
Night Visibility
With 2pcs Spotlight and IR LED, Night Vision Range up to 20m
Audio
Input/Output
External RCA interface for Full Duplex two-way audio
Network
Ethernet
One 10/100Mbps RJ45 port
Wireless Standard
IEEE802.11b/g/n/ac
Data Rate
IEEE802.11b: 11Mbps(Max.);
IEEE802.11g: 54Mbps(Max.);
IEEE802.11n: 150Mbps(Max.).
IEEE802.11ac: 433Mbps(Max.).
Wireless Security
WPA, WPA2
Remote Access
P2P
Network Protocol
IP, TCP, UDP, SMTP, FTP, RTSP
System
Requirements
Operating System
Microsoft Windows (Foscam VMS), MacOS (Foscam VMS),
Android (Foscam app), iOS (Foscam app)
Other Features
Motion Detection
Alarm via E-Mail, FTP and Foscam app when an event is
detected
Human Detection
Alarm via E-Mail, FTP and Foscam app when an event is

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detected
User Accounts
Three levels user role
HDR
Improve image clarity in complex scenario
Zoom
6X digital zoom function
Storage
Support max. 256GB Micro SD card, local and FTP
storage,Foscam cloud storage
Privacy Block
Yes
Intelligent Assistant
Supports Alexa, Google Assistant
Power
Power Supply
DC 12V/1.0A
Power Consumption
6 Watts (Max.)
Physical
Dimension(LxWxH)
97(L)x67 (W)x64 (H)
Net Weight
375g
Environment
Waterproof
IP66
Operating Temperature
-20°C~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)
Operating Humidity
10% ~ 80% non-condensing
Storage Temperature
-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)
Storage Humidity
0% ~ 90% non-condensing
Certification
FCC, CE, RoHS, WEEE, IP66
For other parts, please refer to the “FOSCAM Camera User Manual”