Ubiquiti AmpliFi Protect User manual

MODEL: AFi-VC4QUICK START GUIDE

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the AmpliFi™Protect system.
This Quick Start Guide is designed to guide you through
installation and also includes warranty terms.

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Package Contents
Ampli Vault (4) Protect Cams
(4) Camera Power Adapters Vault Power Adapter

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(4) Optional Angle Mounts Mounting Kit
MODEL: AFi-VC4QUICK START GUIDE
Ethernet Cable Quick Start Guide

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Hardware Overview
Protect Cam
Reset Magnetic
Base
LED
To reset the Protect Cam to its factory default
settings, use an object such as a straightened
paper clip or pin to press the Reset for
approximately 10 seconds until the LED
ashes white.
LED The LED indicates the Protect Cam’s status as
detailed on the next page.

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LED States
Flashing White Device initializing
Steady White Resetting to factory default settings
Alternating White/Blue Firmware upgrade in progress
Flashing Blue Location feature activated
Steady Blue Wi-Fi connected
Steady Red No Wi-Fi connection
Flashing Red Wi-Fi connected but AmpliFi Vault
inaccessible

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AmpliFi Vault
Front
The front of the AmpliFi Vault features a
full-color touchscreen display.
The bottom of the AmpliFi Vault features an
LED that is lit when the Vault is congured
and ready for use.

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Back
RESET To reset the device to its factory default
settings, use an object such as a straightened
paper clip or pin to press the Reset for
approximately 10 seconds until the LED
turnso.
Connects to the AmpliFi or third-party router.
Connects to a USB 3.0 device. Maximum
power is 5W (5V, 1A).
The Vault Power Adapter connects to this port.

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Installation
AmpliFi Vault
1 Connect the Ethernet Cable to the Ethernet port.
Then connect the other end to a local area network
(LAN) port on your router.

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2 Connect the Vault Power Adapter to the power
port on the AmpliFi Vault.

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3 Plug the Vault Power Adapter into an outlet.

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4 Install the AmpliFi Protect app on your smartphone
or mobile device. The AmpiFi Protect app is available
from the App Store or Google Play™Store.
5 Launch the AmpliFi Protect app. As you install
each camera, follow the on-screen instructions to
congure your AmpliFiProtect system.

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Protect Cam
The Protect Cam streams Full HD video and audio over
a secure, private Wi-Fi network to the AmpliFi Vault, and
can be mounted virtually anywhere in your house.
The Protect Cam can be mounted in three ways:
• Magnetic For temporary installation
• Adhesive For fast, permanent installation
• Screws For secure installation
Optional: To determine the correct position for
the Protect Cam before mounting it:
1. Power on the camera (see steps 1-2 and 5 on
the following pages).
2. Wait until the AmpliFi Vault displays the
Protect Cam on the touchscreen.
3. Set the camera’s location by moving it while
looking at its feed on the AmpliFi Protect app.
4. Go to step 3 on page 14.

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1 Remove the Wall Mount from the Magnetic Base.
Wall
Mount
2 Attach the Camera Power Adapter to the Magnetic
Base.

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3 Mount the Magnetic Base:
a For temporary installation, attach the camera and
Magnetic Base directly to a metal xture. Go to step 5.
b If a metal xture is not available, attach the Wall
Mount using the adhesive backing.

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c For a secure installation, use the Mounting Kit to
fasten the Wall Mount or the Angle Mount.
Wall Mount Angle Mount
4 Attach the camera and Magnetic Base to the mount.

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5 Plug the Camera Power Adapter into an outlet.
6 When the AmpliFi Vault detects the Protect Cam, it
will display the camera on the touchscreen.
7 Use the AmpliFi Protect app to congure additional
settings on the camera as needed.

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Pair with AmpliFi Router
The AmpliFi Vault was engineered for optimal
performance and security when used with the AmpliFi
Router. Technically and aesthetically paired, they work
beautifully together.
Rear Connections Front View

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24/7 Live Chat Support
Live chat support is available within the app, 24 hours a
day, 7 days a week. Tap the icon in the upper left of the
app and then tap Live Support.
Live chat is also available at help.ampli.com by
selecting Chat with us in the bottom right.