HOMCLOUD Mini 8S User manual

QUICK GUIDE
EASY - ORIGINAL - SMART
8S

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Please consult this checklist for all parts.
What's in the box
Power adapter
Mini 8S
USB cable
Adhesive tape
Manual Pin

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Status light
Reset
Microphone
Power
SD card
slot
Speaker
USB
Description
Power
Status light
DC5V±10%
Red light solids on: the camera network is abnormal
Blinking red light: awaiting WiFi connection (faster blinking)
Blue light solids on: camera running correctly
Blinking blue light: currently connecting (faster blinking)
Captures sound for your video
Supports local SD Card storage (
Max.128G )
Press and hold for 5 seconds with pin to reset the camera (if
you have modified settings, they will return to factory defaults)
Microphone
SD card slot
Reset

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Install
1 Stick the adhesive tape in the middle of camera bottom
2 Put the camera on the clean plane

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Download and Registration
Homcloud is available for both iOS and Android OS
Set up router
This device only supports 2.4GHz frequency band router, does not support
5GHz frequency band router, please set the relevant parameters of the router
before WiFi configuration, WiFi passwords do not include special characters
such as ~!@#$%^&*(). When the device is configured in WiFi, the mobile phone
and device are as close as to the router, which can speed up the configuration
of the device.
Connect
Please keep network available
a. Download Homcloud App from Store or Google Play or scan QR code
below.
b. Enter the register/login interface and register with your country area code
and phone number/email address.
c. Wait a few minutes for verification code (by email or text message) and
enter it where required along with a password (between 6 and 20 numbers
and letters).

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QR Code configuration
4.Hold the camera 15 to 20cm in front of the mobile phone for the
camera to scan the QR code.When the camera comes out with a
"dong dong dong" sound you can complete the configuration in
about 30 seconds.
1.Connect your mobile device to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Network and launch
Homcloud App.
2.Make sure you have completed all steps of the installation part.
3.On the Homcloud homepage tap "add device" or the icon "+".
After that tap "Smart Webcam" on the Wi-Fi smart device list.

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5. When connecting,you should make sure your router,mobile,and camera
are as close as possible.When camera added successffully,click " "
you could also DIY the camera's name.

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In "Smart Camera" interface,click " ",you can set the camera common
functions.
Settings
-Homcloud code: TY-WCM8S
-Model No: Mini 8S
-Power: DC5V±10%
-Resolution: 2Megapixel
-IR Distance: 10m
-Waterproof: IP23
-Working Temp: -20℃~50℃
-View Angle: 100°
-Dimension: 72.6x60.5x77.9mm
-WiFi Standard: 2.4GHz 802.11b/g/n
Specifications

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Functions
Video flip
Flip your video stream vertically anytime for maximum flexibility.
Motion detection
Motion sensors will notify you when movement is detected.
Record
Record every moment using high capacity SD card storage.
Day & Night
Powerful night vision means no interruptions, even in complete darkness.
Google & Alexa Control
If you want to link Homcloud App to Google Home or Amazon Alexa App you
need to select "Smart Life" App between the list of Google Home or Alexa partner.
(After selecting the Smart Life App, you don't need to register the Smart Life
account, ONLY YOU NEED TO LOGIN THE HOMCLOUD ACCOUNT.)
Please visit www.homcloud.com/config for more support.

Note : You will need to have set up an google account prior to linking your Homcloud
device.
1. Select
"Menu" and then "Home Control".
2. In the "Home Control" screen, select the + icon in the bottom right.
3. A list will appear showing actions and a search funtions to access
more apps: from here. Choose the Smart Life app.
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4. Log into your Homcloud account with your email address or mobile
number.
5. Click Done, and then it will give you a list of commands available.
6. When successfully linked, you will see it on your "Home Control" screen
at the bottom of the app screen. You can control your Homcloud devices
through Google Home .
Google Home Control

1. Tap "Home Control" in the side menu on the Google Home app's home page,
then tap "+"
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Chromecast Control
2. Find "Smart Life" in the list. In the new window, select your Homcloud account's
region, type your Homcloud account and password, then tap "Link Now". After
you assign rooms for devices, your devices will be listed in the Home Control
page.
Now, you can display the live image of your smart camera through Google
Chromecast.

Note : You will need to have set up an Alexa account prior to linking your Homcloud
device.
1. Select
"Menu" and then "Skill".
2. Search for the app and enable it.
3. Log into your Homcloud account with your email address or mobile
number.
4. Select "Discover Device" and the app will begin searching.
5. When successfully linked, you will see a list of connected Homcloud
devices. You can now control your Homcloud devices through Alexa
with your voice.
Alexa Control
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FAQ
Q: In the network process, the process bar is always not 100%, add
failure?
A: This camera only supports 2.4GHz WiFi router, please make sure you
are using a 2.4GHz WiFi router.And confirm the WiFi password again.
Q: Repeated additions are failures?
A: After adding a failure, it is recommended to restart the device or power
off, and then try to add again.
Q: The device cannot be previewed properly?
A: Check whether the network is normal, you can place the camera close
to the router, and if not, it is recommended to reset the device and add
it again.
Q: How to cut the camera network to another router?
A: First remove and reset the device on the App and then configure the
device again by the App.
Q: Why I can
' t get the notifications with my cell phone App?
A: Please confirm that the App has been running on the phone, and the
relevant reminder function has been opened;Message notification and
authority confirmation in the mobile phone system have been opened.
Q: Why doesn't the device identify the SD card?
A: It is recommended to plug in SD card after power cut. Confirm whether
the SD card is normally available and the format is FAT32. And the TF
card can't be identified when the internet environment is not good.
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