Home8Care IPC2201 User manual

Panoramic Talking Camera
(Twist HD Camera)
IPC2201
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction.................................................................................1
1.1 System Requirement ...............................................................................................1
Chapter 2. Hardware Overview.....................................................................2
Chapter 3. Twist HD Camera Setup..............................................................3
3.1 Before powering on the camera...............................................................................3
3.2 Powering on the camera..........................................................................................3
3.3 Camera Mode Selection ..........................................................................................4
3.4 Adding the Camera to the System...........................................................................6
3.4.1 Adding Camera to System with Security Shuttle......................................................................... 6
3.4.2 Adding Camera to System with Virtual Security Shuttle............................................................ 10
3.4.3 Adding Camera to System with an existing Virtual Security Shuttle ......................................... 16
3.5 Positioning the camera ..........................................................................................23
Chapter 4. Twist HD Camera Settings........................................................24
4.1 Display Name.........................................................................................................25
4.2 Motion Detection....................................................................................................25
4.3 Sound Detection ....................................................................................................26
4.4 Live Video Resolution ............................................................................................26
4.5 Wi-Fi ......................................................................................................................27
4.6 Local Storage.........................................................................................................27
4.7 Turn On/Off camera...............................................................................................28
4.8 Turn On/Off Continuous Recording........................................................................28
4.9 Restart/Remove IP Camera...................................................................................29
4.10 Record Audio .........................................................................................................30
Chapter 5. Starting to Use the Twist HD Camera ......................................31
5.1 System/Sensor setting...........................................................................................31
5.1.1 Arm / Disarm / Stay mode Selection.......................................................................................... 31

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5.1.2 Sensor setting............................................................................................................................33
5.1.3 Event Notification and Recording..............................................................................................33
5.2 Viewing the Live Video Feed..................................................................................34
5.3 Viewing the Video Recording.................................................................................38
5.3.1 Vie..............................................................................................................................................38
5.3.2 38
5.3.3 38
5.3.4 ts................................................................................................................................................ 38
Chapter 6. Resetting the Twist HD camera................................................45
Appendix –Glossary of Terms...................................................................47

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Chapter 1. Introduction
The Twist HD Camera is a high definition camera that integrates sensor, live viewing and recording functions
onto a single device. These features provide an extra level of security when monitoring your property. Video
feeds can be viewed in real-time from the convenience of your smartphone. Whenever a suspicious motion
or sound is detected, the camera immediately initiates recording, and the app will send a notification. Thus,
wherever you are, you can easily view the recorded event or live feed. Additional highlights include a built-in
microphone and speaker for two-way audio and an ultra-wide viewing angle. These designs ensure that all of
your needs are met for home security and safety, in-home care, or any other application that requires
remote monitoring and recording.
Key features and specifications
Video resolution : 1280x720
Automatic night vision
Expandable flash storage
Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way audio
300°motorized pan
Tilt: +40°~ -40°(performed manually)
Operating temperature : 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
1.1 System Requirement
This section explains the system requirement when using the camera.
Network
When camera is
connected to Security
Shuttle*
Router with
- 10/100Mbps RJ45 LAN port
- DHCP service
When camera is
connected directly to
Wi-Fi Router
Wi-Fi Router supports
- IEEE 802.11n, 802.11g, 802.11b
- WEP/WPA2-PSK Wireless Security
Mobile Device
An Apple iPhone, iPad, or Android mobile device with:
- iOS (version 8.1 above)
- Android (version 4.1 above)
*See Appendix –Glossary of Terms.

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Chapter 2. Hardware Overview
This section provides an overview of the Twist HD camera and its accessories.

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Chapter 3. Twist HD Camera Setup
3.1 Before powering on the camera
If you wish to save the video clips locally or turn on the continuous recording function, a MicroSD card needs
to be inserted into the camera. For details about how to check the current storage size of the MicroSD card,
see Section 4.6 –Local Storage.
Note: Before you insert the MicroSD card into the camera, make sure it has been formatted to FAT 32. Do not
insert the MicroSD card into the camera when it is powered on, as this may damage the MicroSD card.
3.2 Powering on the camera
To turn on the camera, complete the following steps.
1. Remove the protective film from the camera lens.
2. Plug the micro USB connector of the USB cable to the camera; then, connect the other end of the cable to
the USB power adapter.
3. Plug the USB power adapter into the power outlet to provide power to the camera.
4.The powering-on process first involves the left LED indicator showing a solid blue light. After a few seconds,
the right LED indicator will begin to show a flashing purple light; then it will show a flashing blue light, and
you will hear “Internet mode”, which is the default setting. The other mode that you can chose is “Local
mode”.

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3.3 Camera Mode Selection
After the camera is powered on, the default setting will be “Internet mode”. The other mode that you can
choose is “Local mode”. To switch between the two modes, short press the button on top of the camera. The
switching process takes approximately 25 seconds, and you will hear “Internet mode” or “Local mode”.

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In “Internet mode”, both LED indicators will show a solid blue light.
In “Local mode”, the left and right LED indicators will respectively show a solid blue and purple light.

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3.4 Adding the Camera to the System
Before you begin using the camera, it will need to be added to the system first. This can be done with or
without the security shuttle. For details, see the three subsections below.
Important: If you are unable to add the camera to the system or the app shows a message telling you to
reset the camera, see Chapter 6 - Resetting the Twist HD camera for details.
3.4.1 Adding Camera to System with Security Shuttle
To activate the camera with the security shuttle, complete the following steps.
Note:
Make sure the Security Shuttle is powered on and connected to your router.
Make sure the camera is in “Internet mode”.
1. Tap the menu icon to show the sidebar menu.

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2. Tap “Device Management”. If you have more than one security shuttle, you may need to swipe left more
than once to find the one you wish the camera to connect to. After selecting the security shuttle, tap the
plus icon “+” located to the right of “Camera List”.
3. Select “IP Camera”.

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4. Follow the on-screen instructions. When finished, press “Next”.
5.After scanning the QR code located on the bottom of the camera, the “camera adding” process will begin.
The process will take approximately 1 to 2 minutes.

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6. When the activation is completed, the camera will be added to the device management page. In the
illustration shown below, the name of the Security Shuttle is “Location 1” and the name of the camera is
“New Camera”.
7.Both LED indicators on the camera will show a solid blue light.

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3.4.2 Adding Camera to System with Virtual Security Shuttle
To add the camera to the system when there is no security shuttle, complete the following steps. The process
will involve the creation of a new virtual security shuttle.
To add the camera to an existing virtual security shuttle, see Section 3.4.3 - Adding Camera to System with an
existing Virtual Security Shuttle.
Note:
Make sure your Wi-Fi router is turned on.
Make sure the camera is in “Local mode”.
Make sure the Wi-Fi of your smartphone is turned on.
1. Tap the menu icon to show the sidebar menu; then, tap “Device Management”.

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2. Swipe left across the screen and select “IP Camera”. At times, you may need to swipe more than once.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions. When finished, press “Next”.

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4.The steps for iOS and Android devices will be different here.
For iOS devices:
After scanning the QR code located on the bottom of the camera, tap “Close”; then, tap “Settings” to access
the Wi-Fi settings page to let your smart device connect to the IP camera network. Select the SSID marked as
“milife”, followed by “_xxxxxx”; then, follow the subsequent on-screen instructions.
Note: The 6 digit “_xxxxxx” is the product serial number located on the bottom of the camera.

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After connecting to the camera network, launch the app again. Select your Wi-Fi network and enter the
password if necessary. When finished, tap “Join”.
For Android devices:
After scanning the QR code located on the bottom of the camera, the Wi-Fi settings page will appear to let
your smart device connect to the IP camera network. Select the SSID marked as “milife”, followed by
“_xxxxxx”.
Note: The 6 digit “_xxxxxx” is the product serial number located on the bottom of the camera.

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After connecting to the camera network, tap “Previous”. Select your Wi-Fi network and enter the password.
When finished, tap “Join”.
5.Follow the on-screen instructions.

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6.After the activation is completed, you will see the message “System is ready” on the screen. By clicking
“OK”, you will hear “Internet mode”, and a virtual Security Shuttle and the camera will be added to the
device management page. In the illustration shown below, the name of the virtual Security Shuttle is
“Location 2”, and the name of the camera is “Camera1”.

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Note: As the name virtual Security Shuttle implies, there isn’t actually a new Security Shuttle. It is merely a
virtual creation by the system to bridge the camera to the system.
The icon represents a virtual Security Shuttle.
The icon represents an actual Security Shuttle.
7.Both LED indicators on the camera will show a solid blue light.
3.4.3 Adding Camera to System with an existing Virtual Security Shuttle
If you wish to add the camera to an existing virtual security shuttle, complete the following steps.
Note:
Make sure your Wi-Fi router is turned on.
Make sure the camera is in “Local mode”.
Make sure the Wi-Fi of your smartphone is turned on.
1. Tap the menu icon to show the sidebar menu; then, tap “Device Management”.

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2. If you have more than one security shuttle, swipe left across the screen until you find the virtual security
shuttle you want the camera to connect to; then, tap the plus icon “+” located to the right of “Camera List”
and select “IP Camera”.
For iOS devices: