Uni-Fi UVC-G3-FLEX User manual
Screw Anchors (Qty. 3)
Zip Ties (Qty. 2)
Installation Requirements
Phillips screwdriver
Drill and 6 mm (1/4") bit for drywall anchors and 3 mm (1/8") for screws)
Category 5e (or above) Ethernet cable
Note: When using the Outdoor Cover, use an Ethernet cable without a strain-
relief boot on the connector. This will prevent unnecessary tension on the cable
ends during installation.
Cable without a strain-relief boot Cable with a strain-relief boot
Outdoor Installation Requirements
IMPORTANT: When installed outdoors, the camera must be installed in the
upright postion only.
Mounting location should be at least 60 cm (2 ft) from the edge of the eave or ceiling.
Mount the camera in the upright position only. Please see diagram below.
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Shielded Category 5e (or above) cabling with drain wire should be used for all
outdoor wired Ethernet connections and should be grounded through the AC ground
of the PoE.
We recommend that you protect your networks from harmful outdoor environments
and destructive ESD events with industrial-grade, shielded Ethernet cable from
Ubiquiti. For more details, visit ui.com/toughcable
Surge protection should be used for all outdoor installations. We recommend that
you use two Ethernet Surge Protectors, model ETH-SP-G2, one near the UVC-G3-
Flex and the other at the entry point to the building. The ETH-SP-G2 will absorb
power surges and safely discharge them into the ground.
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Diagram Showing Use of Ethernet Surge Protectors
Before You Begin
The UVC G3 Flex camera is designed to work with Ubiquiti's new integrated
management system, UniFi Protect.
UniFi Protect is a flexible and powerful IP video surveillance system that can manage
UniFi Protect cameras and the UniFi Protect mobile app. The software is free from all
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hosting and licensing fees and comes pre-installed on UniFi's Cloud Key Gen2 Plus,
model UCK-G2-PLUS.
UniFi Cloud Key Gen2 Plus, model UCK-G2-PLUS
For more information on UniFi Protect, visit us on the web at: unifi-protect.ui.com
Note: The UVC G3 Flex camera will also work with the UniFi Video® 3
controller software.
UniFi Video may be hosted on any of the following:
UniFi Application Server, model UAS-XG
UniFi NVR, model UVC-NVR-2TB
A Linux or Windows computer
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LED
Alternating White/Blue
Device is busy; do not touch or unplug it. This usually
indicates that a process such as a firmware upgrade
is taking place.
Steady Blue Connected to UniFi Video Controller; Reset Button
Pressed
Flashing Green Disconnected from Controller
Steady White Awaiting adoption
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Microphone
Camera Lens
Light Sensor
Swivel Base
Microphone for recording audio
Lens for viewing/recording video
Sensor for ambient light detection
Allows you to change the viewing angle of the camera by adjusting left or right.
Useful if mounted on a wall or other permanent surface.
Bottom View
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Ethernet Port
Reset Button
The Ethernet Port is a 10/100 Mbps port used to supply power from a PoE 802.3af-
compliant switch to the camera. The switch should be connected to a LAN running
DHCP services and the UniFi Video Controller software.
The Reset Button is used to reset the camera to factory defaults. Press and hold the
Reset Button for more than 10 seconds while the camera is powered on.
Mounting Options
Use the Flush Mount by itself to install the G3 Flex camera
on a desktop or tabletop. Out of the box, this mount comes
preinstalled on the camera.
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Use the Flush Mount with two screws to install the G3 Flex
camera on a wall (vertically).
Use the Flush Mount with two screws to install the G3 Flex
camera on a solid horizontal surface or ceiling.
Use the Pole Mount with two screws and the Outdoor
Cover to install the G3 Flex camera on a wall or flat
surface outdoors. The Outdoor Cover is not required for
indoor installations.
Use the Pole Mount with two plastic zip ties and the
Outdoor Cover to install the G3 Flex camera on an
outdoor pole. The Outdoor Cover is not required for indoor
pole installations.
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Additional Mounts Available
There are two additional mounts available for the G3 Flex: a Ceiling Mount and a
Pendant Mount. Each is sold separately.
Use the optional Ceiling Mount, Screw Kit, and Mount
Cover to install the G3 Flex camera on a solid horizontal
surface or ceiling.
Use the optional Ceiling Mount, Mount Cover, and Back
Plate Assembly to install the G3 Flex camera on a drop tile
ceiling or horizontal surface where the interior side of the
Ceiling Mount is accessible.
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Use the Pendant Mount to install the G3 Flex camera onto
a fitted 3/4" or 1.5" conduit mount or ceiling pipe.
Optional Covers
There are also optional skin covers available to enhance the look of the G3 Flex
camera and allow it to discreetly blend into the setting or environment it is installed in.
Choose from one of the following design patterns: Black, Camouflage, Concrete,
Marble, and Wood.
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Black Camoflauge Concrete
Marble Wood
Installation
The UVC G3 Flex can be installed using one of the following methods:
Desktop For installing on a flat surface such as a desktop or table/shelf; could be set
up for temporary installations.
Wall/Ceiling For installing in a secure location; used more for stationary or permanent
installations.
Pole For installing on a pole (indoor or outdoor).
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Proceed to the appropriate section for your installation.
Note: The viewing angle or surveillance coverage of the G3 Flex camera can be
changed at any time.
Tilt the lens up or down for vertical adjustment
Turn the base left or right for horizontal adjustment
Desktop
1. Remove the Flush Mount from the bottom of the camera.
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2. Insert one end of the RJ-45 cable into the Ethernet Port and the other end into a PoE
802.3af-compliant switch.
3. Attach the camera to the Flush Mount by lining up the notches with the slots in the
base of the camera. Press firmly together until the camera is secure.
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4. Place the camera on a desk or table in its upright position.
5. Adjust the viewing angle or surveillance coverage as needed by following these
steps:
Tilt the lens up or down to adjust the angle vertically
Turn the camera body left or right to adjust the angle horizontally
Note: Ensure the Ethernet cable is seated in the notch between the Flush
Mount and base of the camera.
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Desktop / Table Install
Wall/Ceiling
1. If the Ethernet cable is coming from the inside of a wall:
a. Drill or cut a hole in the wall and feed the Ethernet cable through the opening.
b. Pull the Ethernet cable forward and slide it through the opening in the mount.
2. Use the Screws and Screw Anchors to secure the Flush Mount to the wall.
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