Pyronix LIGHTCAMERA User manual

LIGHTCAMERA
USER GUIDE
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CONTENTS
Camera Overview 4
Side view 4
Front view 4
ProControl+ Main Screen 5
Sharing the Device 5
Camera Live Stream Control Overview 6
Features 7
Activate sirens 7
Flood light activation 7
Image quality 7
Two way talk 8
Zoom 9
Snapshot 9
Record stream 10
View snapshots and recordings 10
Pause stream 10
Alarm output 11
Flip view 11
Settings Overview 11
Advanced Settings Conguration 12
Light settings 12
Adjust brightness 12
Light linkage 12
Notications 13
Enabling and disabling notications 13
Push notication scheduling 13
Draw motion detection area 15
Motion detection sensitivity 15
LightCamera sound mode 16
Network signal 16
Storage status 16
Initialising memory card 16
Device version 17
Image and video encryption 17
Maintenance 17
Cleaning 17
FAQs 18
CAMERA DETAILS
Serial number
Vercation code
Please note: If the verication code is lost, it cannot be changed or retrieved.
Ax spare
camera details
sticker here

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CAMERA OVERVIEW
SIDE VIEW
Flood lights
MicroSD card and reset button
(behind closed door)
PIR sensor
Camera details sticker
(serial number and verication code)
Light-CAM/wht
SN:E43178523
Verification Code: RFDWSA
Input: 110-240V~, 50/60Hz, 0.39A, 40W
Made in China
10/2020
FRONT VIEW
Flood lights
Camera lens
Infrared light
Microphone
PIR sensor

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PROCONTROL+ MAIN SCREEN
Playback
Change view
Search
Add device
Share camera
Camera settings
ProControl+ home screen
View alarm system and camera notications
View pictures and video clips, account settings and options
SHARING THE DEVICE
Step 1
Click the share icon.
Step 2
Select ‘Add
Recipient’.
Step 3
Enter either the
telephone number
or the email address
of the recipient.
Step 4
Choose to add
another recipient or
proceed by tapping
‘Next’.
Step 5
Select the
permissions and
the details then tap
‘Finish’.
Please note: Some features such as manually activating the ood lights and siren are not available for
secondary users (have had the camera shared to them). The same login details must be used by multiple
users to gain access to these features.

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CAMERA LIVE STREAM CONTROL OVERVIEW
Activate siren and ood lights
Flood light control
Image quality selection
Two way talk
Zoom
Snapshot
Record
Pause stream
Alarm output (not available on the LightCamera)
Image ip

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FEATURES
ACTIVATE SIRENS
The LightCamera has a loud siren built in which can be triggered via the smart device application.
To activate the siren, tap the icon pictured on the left. When activated, the symbol will turn red.
To switch the siren o, press the red icon (pictured left) and the siren will silence. Once deactivated,
the icon will turn back white.
FLOOD LIGHT ACTIVATION
The two ood lights on the LightCamera have a maximum brightness level of 2500 lumens and can be manually
switched on if required.
Tap the light icon (pictured left) to switch on the two ood lights. The icon will turn red when the
lights are on.
To extinguish the lights, tap the red icon pictured left. The icon will go back white when the lights
have switched o.
IMAGE QUALITY
The quality of the live stream can be changed on the LightCamera. The options are Standard, HD and Ultra HD.
Please note: The higher the image quality, the more data it will use when live streaming and will take up
more space when saving recordings to the memory card (if inserted).
To change the image quality, click the icon pictured left and a drop down menu will appear.
Ultra HD
This option is a full high denition resolution of 1920 × 1080px and will use the most
data and bandwidth to stream and record.
HD
With a resolution of 1280 x 720px, this option uses less data and bandwidth than Ultra
HD (but more than standard) whilst maintaining a clear image.
Standard
This is lowest resolution option with a resolution of 720 × 480px, and therefore uses the
least data and bandwidth when live streaming.

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TWO WAY TALK
The LightCamera has an inbuilt speaker and microphone allowing for two way talk. This allows a conversation
between a person at the LightCamera and someone communicating to them through the smart device
application.
To start the two way talk feature, press the microphone icon (pictured left).
Step 1
Tap the microphone to start two
way talk.
Step 2
The smart device application will
now connect to the camera.
Step 3
Push and hold the red microphone
button to talk and release to listen.
To end the two way talk connection, press the symbol in the top right corner of the microphone box.

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ZOOM
To zoom in on the image, click the icon pictured left. Every time the icon is tapped, the zoom ratio
will change and move to the next one in the cycle before returning to the standard view.
Zoom view options
Normal view 2.0x zoom 4.0x zoom 8.0x zoom
SNAPSHOT
Tap the camera icon (pictured left) to take a snapshot of the current image.
When a snapshot is taken, a thumbnail of the image
taken will be in the bottom left corner of the image.
This thumbnail will vanish after approximately 3
seconds.
If the image is clicked, it will open up the folder
containing all the saved images and clips.
To view any of the images or clips, tap the desired
thumbnail.
To return to live view, select the ‹icon in the top left
corner.

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RECORD STREAM
Tap the white recorder icon (pictured left) to start recording the live stream.
Whilst recording, the recorder icon will turn red. Tap to stop recording and the icon will return to it’s
white variant.
When a stream has nished recording, a thumbnail of the video will be in the bottom left corner of the image.
This thumbnail will vanish after approximately 3 seconds.
If the thumbnail is clicked, it will open up the folder containing all the saved images and clips.
To view any of the images or clips, tap the desired thumbnail.
To return to live view, select the ‹icon in the top left corner.
VIEW SNAPSHOTS AND RECORDINGS
Snapshots/images and recordings can also be accessed by selecting from the main screen and selecting
‘Pictures and Videos’.
PAUSE STREAM
To pause the stream, tap the pause icon (pictured left).
Whilst the stream is paused, the icon will become a‘play’icon (pictured
left). This will resume the live stream.
Whilst paused, the ‘play icon’ will also appear in a circle in the centre of the stream image window. This can also be
tapped to return to the live feed.

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ALARM OUTPUT
This function is not supported by the LightCamera.
FLIP VIEW
Tap the mirror icon (pictured left) to ip the live stream 180°. Tap again to return the stream to the
original position.
SETTINGS OVERVIEW
Time zone
Congures the time zone so the hours are adjusted based on your location.
DST (Daylight Saving Time)
DST adjusts the time +/- 1 hour in accordance with countries observing this practise.
Date format
Alters how the date is displayed on live feeds, snapshots, recordings etc.
Light settings
Adjusts the settings of the ood lights such as brightness and activation zones.
Notication
Congures event and push notications as well as detection areas that trigger
notications.
Microphone
Enables and disables the use of the LightCamera’s on-board microphone.
Network signal
Displays the strength of the signal between the LightCamera and the wireless router.
Congure network
This is used to re-connect the LightCamera to the wireless network or connect the LightCamera to a new
network.
Storage status
Initialises the MicroSD memory cards to use with the device.
Device version
Displays the rmware version the camera is currently operating on.
Image and video encryption
If enabled, this requires anyone who the camera is shared with to enter the password when they rst attempt to
view the stream.
IR light
Enables and disables the infrared light at night. If enabled, the images are clear, black and white images. If
disabled, the image is in colour but with more image noise.

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ADVANCED SETTINGS CONFIGURATION
LIGHT SETTINGS
ADJUST BRIGHTNESS
Step 1
Select ‘Adjust Brightness’.
Step 2
Use the slider to adjust how bright
the ood lights are when activated.
Step 3
Select the ‹icon in the top left
corner to return to the previous
menu.
LIGHT LINKAGE
Step 1
If the light linkage slider
is disabled, enable it by
tapping the slider then
tap the ‘Light Linkage
Area Settings’.
Step 2
This screen shows the
current detection zone
which will trigger the
ood lights to illuminate.
Step 3
The detection area can
be edited by tapping the
zones. Blue areas are still
active.
Step 4
Once the detection area
is nalised, click ‘save’.
Please note: This section denes the area that causes the PIR sensor to trigger the ood lights.

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NOTIFICATIONS
ENABLING AND DISABLING NOTIFICATIONS
To enable notications, tap the
slider at the top of the screen.
Decide and select whether
to receive events and push
notications...
...or just enable events without
push notications.
Receive events and push notications
When the video analytics determines movement, the app will store an event as well as alerting the user with a
push notication along with an alert tone on the smart device.
Receive events but not push notications
When the video analytics determines movement, the app will store an event but there will be no push
notication alert or an alert tone on the smart device.
Please note: For push notications and audible alerts to be delivered on the smart device, they must be
enabled in the notication settings of the smart device.
PUSH NOTIFICATION SCHEDULING
This feature allows the user to tailor when push notications are received by creating a weekly cycle.
In line with the congured schedule, the app will automatically turn the notications slider on and o to enable
and disable notications being delivered.
Each schedule is created daily on a weekly cycle. In order to create a schedule that goes throughout the night,
you must create a morning schedule and an evening/night schedule timer.
For example, to start at 8 in the evening and nish at 8 in the morning, two timers must be set. One at 20:00 till
11:59 and one at 00:00 whilst 08:00.
Please note: The time frames (shown in blue) scheduled will be the periods when notications will be
delivered.

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Step 1
To enable the notication
schedule, tap the slider at
the top of the screen.
Step 2
Select ‘Set a Time
Schedule’to enter time
parameters.
Step 3
Enter the start and the
end time of the schedule
and the days this is to
aect. Tap in the top
right corner to save.
Step 4
The programmed
schedule will now be
visible on the ‘Schedule
table’.
Step 5
Select the ‹icon in the
top left corner to return
to the previous menu.
Step 6*
Tap the notications
slider at the top to disable
notications.
Step 7*
The app will prompt you
to conrm whether you
want to turn notications
o. Select ‘Disable’.
Step 8*
The notications will are
now disabled but will still
be delivered depending
on the schedule.
*If the notications are scheduled should be enabled at the time of conguring the schedule, leave the
notications slider enabled and the schedule will automatically switch it o at the relevant programmed time.

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DRAW MOTION DETECTION AREA
Video analytics
The LightCamera utilises video analysis and can apply this technology to determine movement in the scene it is
viewing. The scene is divided into segments creating smaller scenes within the overall image. The camera analyses
each segment and if there is movement, it can be programmed to trigger an action
It is important to manually adjust this feature correctly as each segment that detects movement will trigger a
notication. If this feature is not congured correctly it can result in an excess of notications.
For example, active segments in areas where car headlights can trigger them should be avoided.
The draw motion detection area feature allows
the user to select exactly which areas of view will
trigger notications and events.
The red squares are the segments that will trigger
events and the empty squares are the inactive
segments.
Tap the squares to alter them between active and
inactive segments.
Once the grid has been nalised, tap the tick to save.
Please note: It is important that this is tested and congured correctly. It is also recommended that the
active squares are spaced out in chequerboard pattern.
MOTION DETECTION SENSITIVITY
Low sensitivity
Requires a larger object such as a
person to trigger the camera.
Medium sensitivity
The device will trigger a little easier
and can be triggered by pets.
High sensitivity
The device is very sensitive and can
be triggered easily.
Please note: It is recommended that this is tested thoroughly to prevent being overwhelmed with event
and push notications.

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LIGHTCAMERA SOUND MODE
Sound volume
Choose between the three volume levels of:
• Intensive
• Soft
• Mute
Light
Tap the slider to toggle whether the device’s ood light comes
on when the LightCamera is triggered.
Please note: Enabling the ‘Light’ option links the ood
light activation to the cameras motion. If the camera is
triggered at night and the device illuminates, this may
attract insects such as moths which in turn may trigger the
camera further.
NETWORK SIGNAL
Excellent Good Fair Weak
> -50dBm -50 to -60 dBm -61 to -70 dBm < -71dBm
The signal strength between the LightCamera and the router is displayed in dBm (decibel-milliwatts). As it is
displayed in negative numbers, bear in mind that -30dBm is a stronger signal than -60dBm.
Please note: Typically, the LightCamera will work in the‘Fair’ category, however we recommend that the
LightCamera is only installed in either‘Excellent’ or ‘Good’ locations.
STORAGE STATUS
INITIALISING MEMORY CARD
Before the MicroSD card can be used, it needs to be initialised.
Step 1
Select ‘Memory Card’.
Step 2
Tap ‘Initialise’.
Step 3
Wait for the camera to format
the card. When it reaches 100%,
initialisation is complete.
Please note: In order to record video on the devices, they must be tted with a Class 10, U1 MicroSDHC
card. This is important for the camera to be able to record correctly at HD to full HD.
The maximum size for an SDHC card is 128GB.

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DEVICE VERSION
As well as displaying the rmware that the LightCamera is currently operating on, this
option will also display if there is a new version of rmware for the device. To update,
just tap this option and the device will update the rmware‘over-the-air’.
IMAGE AND VIDEO ENCRYPTION
To add extra protection to cameras that are shared with
others, ‘Image and Video Encryption’ can be enabled.
To enable, click the slider and a conrmation message
will appear. Click ‘OK’ to proceed.
The password required is the verication code, which
can be found on the sticker axed to the LightCamera.
An example of this is ‘RFDWSA’(shown to the right).
Enter the verication code and tap ‘Save’.
When this camera is now shared with other devices such
as other smart device application users or NVRs, this
verication code will need to be entered the rst time
that device tries to connect.
Subsequently to it being entered, this device will not
require it to be entered again.
Light-CAM/wht
SN: E43178523
Verification Code: RFDWSA
Input: 110-240V~, 50/60Hz, 0.39A, 40W
Made in China
10/2020
Please note: This factory verication code can’t be changed.
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
Do
Even on low sensitivity, small objects when close to the device can trigger alarms. With this in mind, it is important
to check around the device to make sure there are no cobwebs or other insect dwellings.
It is important that the device is cleaned often with a damp soft cloth, ideally a microbre cloth.
Make sure when cleaning to check for gritty deposits before wiping as this could potentially scratch the lens
surface.
Do not
Do not use aerosol sprays, solvents, or abrasives, as they may contain chemicals which can damage plastics and/
or aect the performance of the product.
Under no circumstances should the internals of the device be cleaned as this can damage the electronics.
The PIR lens and camera lens should not be touched with anything else but a cloth as it can damage/scratch the
lens or leave ngerprints. This can in turn lead to an increase in false alarms or have the inverse aect and make
the device fail to detect correctly.

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FAQS
Why do I get multiple notications when it is raining?
Please check the ‘Motion Detection Sensitivity’ settings, these need to be on low. If they are, the notications will
continue as the technology being used is Video Motion Detection (VMD). You should also try reducing the active
segments in ‘Draw Motion Detection Area’.
“Draw motion detection area” on page 15
“Motion detection sensitivity” on page 15
How do I turn o notications?
Select ‘Notications’ within the app and the slider to disable.
“Enabling and disabling notications”on page 13
How do I turn on the notications?
Select ‘Notications’ within the app and the slider to enable.
“Enabling and disabling notications”on page 13
Can the camera be added to a NVR or DVR?
Yes, the camera can be added to a Pyronix/Hikvision NVR. It can also be added to a Pyronix/Hikvision DVR if the
DVR has IP video channels available.
Can the camera be used for video verication?
Yes, the camera can be set up for video verication and linked with a Pyronix outdoor detector such as the
XDL12TT-AM for a more accurate detection conguration.
Click here for video verication PyronixSay web page
How do the ood lights trigger?
The lights are activated by the PIR sensor.
“Camera Overview” on page 4
“Light linkage”on page 12
Why is the image sometimes black and white at night?
The image is black and white because the infrared (IR) function is enabled and has turned on.
“IR light” on page 11
Why is the image sometimes in colour at night?
If the IR Light is disabled, the image will remain in colour.
If enabled, you can still sometimes view a colour picture. This is because the ood lights have activated, producing
enough light so that the infrared is not needed. Therefore the IR switches o and the picture appears in colour.
“IR light” on page 11
What SD card is required?
The camera must be tted with a Class 10, U1 MicroSDHC card with a maximum capacity of 128GB.
“Initialising memory card” on page 16
How can I nd out what my verication code is?
The verication code can be found on the sticker located on the side of the camera. It may also be found on the
contents page of this booklet if it has been copied over or if the spare sticker has been axed.
“Camera details” on page iii
“Camera Overview” on page 4
What is the lowest signal strength (dBm) the camera requires to operate?
It is advised that -80dBm is the lowest signal strength to install at. Even though at a lower reading an image may
stream, wireless signals uctuate and there is a high risk of encountering issues.
“Network signal” on page 16
Can you change the amount of time the ood lights are on once they have been triggered?
There is no option to change the period of time the lights stay on when activated.
“Light linkage”on page 12

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Should I have the IR light setting enabled?
It is recommended that the IR setting is enabled. When enabled, the images are clear, black and white images. If
disabled, the image is in colour but with more image noise.
“IR light” on page 11
How do I view and save playback?
When connected to the camera and viewing live stream:
• Select the three dots in the top right corner.
• Select playback
• Choose a time.
• Select the white recorder icon; which will turn red whilst recording.
• Tap the red recorder icon to stop the recording.
• This will now save in the pictures and videos option in‘More’ on the app’s main screen.
From here you can save, play, delete, and share the clip.
“ProControl+ Main Screen” on page 5
“Record stream” on page 10
Can you disable the ood lights temporally coming on when there is motion?
No, the ood lights can only be enabled or disabled.
“Light linkage”on page 12
I have lost the verication code, can it be retrieved?
If the sticker on the camera has been damaged and the verication code has been lost, please refer to the section
at the bottom of the contents page. If the verication code has not been copied over or the sticker has not been
axed next to this section, there is no way to retrieve the code.
“Camera details” on page iii
“Camera Overview” on page 4