Y-cam HomeMonitor User manual

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Indoor
Quick Start Guide
Indoor
Hurtig-start manual

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HomeMonitor
Seeing your stuff – made simple
HomeMonitor
Seeing your stuff – made simple
HomeMonitor
Seeing your stuff – made simple
Welcome to Y-cam HomeMonitor™
Combining professional wireless internet cameras and a
secure online account, HomeMonitor™ allows you to tap in
to your home life from anywhere.
Watch live or see recorded events, from an internet-
enabled computer or smartphone, keeps you in touch with
what matters most.
HomeMonitor™ is super simple to set up and use, just connect a camera, create
an account and you’re away.
Never miss another important moment! HomeMonitor™ detects motion and
can send alerts to keep you updated, whilst simultaneously recording and
storing clips in to your secure online account so you can view or download later.
It’s easy, it’s versatile, it’s seeing your stu – made simple.
Velkommen til Y-cam HomeMonitor™
Ved at kombinere professionelle trådløse internet-
kameraer og en sikker online konto, giver HomeMonitor™
dig mulighed for at kigge ind i dit hjem fra hvor som helst.
Kig direkte eller se optagede begivenheder, fra enhver
internetforbundet computer eller smartphone - og vær
forbundet med det betyder mest for dig.
HomeMonitor™ er super enkelt at sætte op og anvende – bare tilslut et
kamera, opret en konto og du er klar.
Gå aldrig mere glip af et vigtigt øjeblik! HomeMonitor™ genkender bevægelser
og sender dig beskeder så du er opdateret, alt imens videoen optages til din
sikre online konto, så du kan se eller downloade den senere.
Se dine ting, nemt, enkelt og eksibelt – helt enkelt.

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Key features
• See and hear what’s happening live
• Custom motion detection settings
• Instant motion alerts by email
• Motion clips recorded into your online account
• Customisable recording and alert schedules
• Infrared nightvision lets you see-in-the-dark
• Accessible from your PC, Mac, smartphone or tablet
Your account includes*
• Live view from anywhere
• Free email alert notications
• Free online secure storage in your own private account
• View multiple HomeMonitors under one account
What’s in the box
Indoor camera Mount Power supply with
UK/US/EU plugs
1m network cable
* Account features may change occasionally as we improve the service, visit homemonitor.me for
up-to-date account features
Missing something? Contact us on monitor@y-cam.com
Nøglefunktioner
• Se og hør hvad der sker direkte
• Tilpas indstillinger for bevægelses-genkendelse
• Øjeblikkelig bevægelses-alarmer via email
• Bevægelses-videoer optages til din online konto
• Justerbar tidsplan for optagelser og alarmering
• Infrarød nattesyn lader dig se i mørke
• Tilgængelig fra din PC, Mac, smartphone eller tablet
Hvad din konto indeholder
• Se direkte, fra hvor som helst
• Gratis email alarmering
• Gratis online, sikerede videoer af alle bevægelser optaget de seneste 7 dage
• Mulighed for at tilføje ere HomeMonitor™ kameraer på samme konto
!Bemærk, konto-funktioner kan ændre sig fra tid til anden.
Hvad pakken indeholder
Indendørs kamera Stand/beslag Strømforsyning
med EU/UK/US stik
1m netværkskabel

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Installing your HomeMonitor™
Decide how you want to connect your HomeMonitor™
to your network – either with Wi-Fi or plugged in to your
router with a network cable.
Connecting your HomeMonitor™ to your Wi-Fi network
Connect HomeMonitor™ to your router
and power with provided power supply
and network cable. This is required for
Wi-Fi setup
Mount HomeMonitor™ securely in posi-
tion when prompted and connect power
supply provided
Visit http://monitor.y-cam.com to register
your account. Follow online steps for con-
necting your HomeMonitor™ to Wi-Fi
Follow online steps to complete your
account setup
Installing your HomeMonitor™
Decide how you want to connect your HomeMonitor™
to your network – either with Wi-Fi or plugged in to your
router with a network cable.
Connecting your HomeMonitor™ to your Wi-Fi net-
Connect HomeMonitor™ to your router
and power with provided power supply and
network cable
Mount HomeMonitor™ securely in posi-
tion when prompted and connect power
supply provided
Visit http://monitor.y-cam.com to register
your account. Follow online steps for con-
necting your HomeMonitor™ to Wi-Fi
Follow online steps to complete your
account setup

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Connecting your HomeMonitor™ via Network Cable
Mount HomeMonitor™ securely in position Connect HomeMonitor™ to your router
and power. You may need an additional
network cable if you wish to position your
HomeMonitor™ far away from your router
Visit http://monitor.y-cam.com to register
your account
Follow online steps to complete your
account setup
Connecting your HomeMonitor™ via Network Cable
Mount HomeMonitor™ securely in position Connect HomeMonitor™ to your router
and power. You may need an additional
network cable if you wish to position your
HomeMonitor™ far away from your router
Visit http://monitor.y-cam.com to register
your account
Follow online steps to complete your
account setup

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?What do I want to see in the eld of view?
When do I want to have a motion recorded?
Do I want an email sent to me when a motion recording is
triggered?
What kind of scenarios do I want to trigger a motion recording?
Questions you may want to consider:
Getting the best from your
HomeMonitor™
It’s important your HomeMonitor™ is congured according
to your individual requirements. Once you have completed
the set up process it is advisable to test it so you are
satised it will do what you need.
When you have considered these questions make sure:
• The HomeMonitor™ is securely positioned facing what you want to see
• The motion detection setup matches your needs
• The schedule for the HomeMonitor™ is set to match your schedule
Getting the best from your
HomeMonitor™
It’s important your HomeMonitor™ is congured according
to your individual requirements. Once you have completed
the set up process it is advisable to test it so you are
satised it will do what you need.
What do I want to see in the eld of view?
When do I want to have a motion recorded?
Do I want an email sent to me when a motion
recording is triggered?
What kind of scenarios do I want to trigger a
motion recording?
When you have considered these questions make sure:
• The HomeMonitor™ is securely positioned facing what you want to see
• The motion detection setup matches your needs
• The schedule for the HomeMonitor™ is set to match your schedule
Questions you may want to consider:

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How notication alerts work
• If you enable the alert notications and you will receive an email when
the system detects motion.
• Once you receive the email alert you can follow the link to
HomeMonitor™ and see whether to take action or not.
• Motion recordings will be saved in your account ready for playback or
you can download and keep forever.
Motion alert & notication tips
HomeMonitor™ is equipped with a sophisticated motion
sensor which detects when motion is happening and can
alert you to it by email.
If you want to receive email alerts every time motion is detected, you may
want to take in to consideration the following tips so that you achieve the best
results and reduce the number of worthless alerts:
Active pets (or children!) may activate the motion recording
by accident
Moving cars or headlights may cause unwanted motion
recordings
Movements near busy doors or windows may set o
multiple alarms
Sunlight and reections of the light may cause the motion
alerts to trigger
The HomeMonitor™ Indoor isn’t waterproof, so don’t use it
outside!
IR lights will reect when pointed at glass and may create
false alerts
Motion alert & notication tips
HomeMonitor™ is equipped with a sophisticated motion
sensor which detects when motion is happening and can
alert you to it by email.
If you want to receive email alerts every time motion is detected, you may
want to take in to consideration the following tips so that you achieve the best
results and reduce the number of worthless alerts:
Place away from active pets (or children!) that may activate
the motion recording by accident
Do not aim at road as moving cars or headlights may cause
unwanted motion recordings
Avoid placing the HomeMonitor™ near busy doors or
windows
Sunlight and reections of the light may cause the motion
alerts to trigger
The HomeMonitor™ Indoor isn’t waterproof, so don’t use it
outside!

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Search for HomeMonitor channel in
the Channel Store on your Roku.
Roku channel may not be available in
all regions. Visit homemonitor.me for
more information.
Dedicated app for your smart TV
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Day to day usage
Using HomeMonitor™ on your computer or tablet
• Visit http://monitor.y-cam.com and login to see your dashboard
Day to day usage
Using HomeMonitor™ on your computer or tablet
• Visit http://monitor.y-cam.com and login
How notication alerts work
• If you enable the alert notications and you will receive an email when
the system detects motion.
• Once you receive the email alert you can follow the link to
HomeMonitor™ and see whether to take action or not.
• Motion recordings will be saved in your account ready for playback or
you can download and keep forever.
• Once an alert notication has been sent there will be a 15 min. time-out
before it automatically re-arms again. This will keep your mail inbox
from overlling.

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Apple iPhone, iPad & iPod touch
iOS 5.1+ required
Visit App Store from
your iOS device &
search for “Y-cam
HomeMonitor”.
Dedicated apps for your mobile device
Android smartphones & tablets
Android 2.3.1+ required
Visit Google Play from
your Android device
& search for “Y-cam
HomeMonitor”.
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Toggles on/o motion alert
notications
Toggles on/o motion recording
Toggles on/o the camera.
When disconnected the camera
will not detect motion, record
clips or transmit live video
Click/tap to open camera
live view
Motion alarm settings
(Desktop website only)
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Using HomeMonitor™ on your smartphone or tablet
• Visit http://monitor.y-cam.com/mobile and login
Using HomeMonitor™ on your smartphone
• Visit http://monitor.y-cam.com/mobile and login
Toggles on/o motion Alert notications
Toggles on/o Motion Recording
Connects/disconnects the camera. When disconnected the camera will
not detect motion, record clips or transmit live video
Click to open Live View of camera
Opens the page for Motion Alarm settings

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Technical information
Power cable
socket
Camera ID
Screw mount
Network cable socket
Reset button
Microphone
Status LED
Lens
Light sensor
30 infrared LEDs
HomeMonitor™ Indoor
Image device: 640 x 480 ¼” CMOS
Viewing angle: Horizontal: 60°, Vertical:45°
Infrared: 30 LEDs with range <15 m.
Dimensions (W x H x D): 85 x 85 x 30mm
The HomeMonitor™ Indoor is not waterproof
Green: Online
Green slow blinking: Sending video
Red: Booting
Red fast blinking: Connection failure
No light: No power
Status LED indications:
Technical information
Power cable
socket
Camera ID
Screw mount
Network cable socket
Reset button
Microphone
Status LED
Lens
Light sensor
30 infrared LEDs
HomeMonitor™ Indoor
Image device: 640 x 480 ¼” CMOS
Viewing angle: Horizontal: 60°, Vertical:45°
Infrared: 30 LEDs with range <15 m.
Dimensions (W x H x D): 85 x 85 x 30mm
The HomeMonitor™ Indoor is not waterproof
Green: Online
Green slow blinking: Sending video
Red: Booting
Red fast blinking: Connection failure
No light: No power
Status LED indications:

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Add more cameras
Packaging made from recyclable materials. Product RoHS compliant. All compliance certication
and safety requirements have been met by the developer and manufacturer, Y-cam Solutions Ltd
Need further help?
If you have any further questions or need support please visit
http://monitor.y-cam.com or contact our support team by email on
monitor@y-cam.com or by ringing +44 020 8334 7373.
Safety information
• Do not try to disassemble
• Keep dry and avoid contact with liquid
• Small parts may cause a choking hazard, keep away from children
• Only use approved accessories and power supplies
• Do not cover the HomeMonitor™. Infrared Lights produce heat which may
create a re hazard
• Ensure the HomeMonitor™ is property attached to the supplied stand
before nal installation and positioning
• Compliance is only assured by using the included power supply
Now you have HomeMonitor™
setup, what else do you want to
watch? Multiple cameras, multiple
locations, multiple uses!
Visit homemonitor.me to
purchase more cameras.
Safety information
• Do not try to disassemble
• Keep dry and avoid contact with liquid.
• Small parts may cause a choking hazard, keep away from children
• Only use approved accessories and power supplies
• Do not cover the HomeMonitor™. Infrared Lights produce heat which may
create a re hazard
• Ensure the HomeMonitor™ is property attached to the supplied stand
before nal installation and positioning
• Compliance is only assured by using the included power supply
Packaging made from recyclable materials. Product RoHS compliant. All compliance certication
and safety requirements have been met by the developer and manufacturer, Y-cam Solutions Ltd
Need further help?Need further help?

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For more information or support on HomeMonitor, visit:
http://www.homemonitor.me or contact monitor@y-cam.com
Y-cam Solutions Ltd
Vision House
3 Dee Road
Richmond, Surrey
TW9 2JN
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)20 8334 7373
Y-cam Solutions LLC
4500 140th Avenue North
Suite 101
Clearwater
FL 33762
United States
Tel: +1 727 233 8225
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