ZMODO PT Camera User manual

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Quick Start Guide
PT Camera
What’s in the box :
Getting to know your PT Camera
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Make sure your network has at least 1Mbps(for 720P
device)/2Mbps (for 1080P device )upload speed and
2Mbps(for 720P device)/4Mbps (for 1080P device )
upload speed when using the Zmodo Cloud Service for
each camera.
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Make sure you know the SSID (WiFi network name) and
password of the 2.4GHz WPA/WPA2 WiFi network that
you want your camera to connect to. Your network cannot
be hidden.
Power on your camera with the supplied power adapter.
Mobile Setup
Before you begin:
www.zmodo.com/support
This quick start guide will help you configure your PT
Camera for initial use. For detailed instructions and
troubleshooting, please visit:
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We are constantly working to improve our product and app. Please visit
www.zmodo.com/support for updated instructions, manuals, and more.
Download and install the “Zmodo” app from Google
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Play or the App Store (compatibility: iOS 7.0+ or
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Android 4.0+). Launch the app and sign up for a free
Zmodo account. All of your devices will be bound to this
account.
Make sure that you have a strong WiFi connection at the
location of your camera. Visit www.zmodo.com/support
for advice on improving your WiFi signal range.

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This device can be set up with a Zmodo Beam. If you own a
Beam, please follow the instructions in your Beam quick guide to
connect your device instead.
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Log in and press in the upper
right corner. Select "Add Device".
Connect with
Beam
Select the “Zink” connection method
to connect your camera. Your camera
will be added to your Zmodo account.
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Tap to proceed (if you’re setting
up multiple cameras at once, tap to
add additional units).
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4Follow the on-screen instructions and
select “Tap here to begin setup” to go
to the WiFi settings page on your
smartphone.
Select the network named “ZMD_SAP”
and connect to it.
Note: If you see a "No Internet Connection" error
message, please ignore it and connect anyway.
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Tap to proceed.
Return to the Zmodo app page and
select or enter the SSID and password
of the WiFi network that you want your
camera to connect to.
Note: The WiFi name and password are case-
sensitive.
If this app interface appears, please
press “Tap here to select WiFi”.
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If you see this screen, the app will
connect your camera to your WiFi
network. This may take a few minutes.
Once it’s completed, please skip to
step 11.
If you do not see this screen, please
proceed to step 8.
Note: If you are connecting multiple devices, you
will need to wait for the app to find and connect all
devices.
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Select the WiFi network that your
camera will connect to, and connect to
it. Return to the Zmodo app once your
mobile device is connected to the WiFi
network.
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Note: The password provides an additional layer
of security for your devices. You will not need to
use this password when accessing your devices
from the Zmodo app. It is not required, but it is
highly recommended.
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Name your camera and set a
password for it. Tap to proceed.
The app will automatically search for
your camera and connect it to the
WiFi network. This may take a few
minutes.
Note: If you are connecting multiple devices, you
will need to wait for the app to find and connect
all devices.
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12 Your camera has been successfully
configured! You can now share or
view your camera.
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PT camera allows you to monitor your home day and
night. Hear and speak to your loved ones directly from
your smartphone.
You can access your camera's full features by using the
Zmodo app on your Android or iOS smartphone.
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You can also view your PT camera using any web browser
by logging into with your Zmodo account user.zmodo.com
information.
This section will cover the main features of your PT
camera.
Main Features
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Simultaneous two-way audio allows
you to talk to and hear your loved
ones at the same time.
Simultaneous two-way audio
Receive an alert instantly on your
smartphone whenever motion is
detected, keeping you in the loop at
all times.
Smart motion detection
Control the camera from anywhere by
swiping the image left and right, or
up and down in the app.
Pan & tilt control
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Viewing Options
All of your Zmodo devices will be bound to your Zmodo
user account. You can access your camera and other
TM
devices by using the Zmodo app with any Android or
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iOS device. Just download the Zmodo app from Google
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Play or the App Store .
You can also access your devices from any web browser
with our web app. Visit and log in with user.zmodo.com
your Zmodo user account information.
Enjoy more smart features in the future!
Access your footage and clips at any time from any
location.
Create and save video clips from your recordings.
Record continuously and store the footage on our secure
cloud servers.
Recording Options
Viewing and Recording Options
This PT camera is compatible with the upcoming cloud
services. Please visit for release www.zmodo.com/support
information and more updates. The cloud service will allow
you to:
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Make sure that you are connecting to a 2.4GHz
WPA/WPA2 WiFi network, and your network is not
hidden.
If you were unable to connect your PT camera successfully:
You may need to improve your WiFi strength. Visit
www.zmodo.com/support for suggestions.
Please make sure that you entered the network name and
password correctly. Note: Both are case-sensitive.
Your PT camera is connecting to the WiFi network. Please
do NOT turn off or unplug your PT camera at this time.
Blinking blue
Your PT camera is ready for setup.
Blinking green
Your PT camera has successfully connected to the WiFi
network.
Solid blue
Solid green
Your PT camera is powering on.
Status Light Definitions
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You can use the Live Chat function in Zmodo app if you
have any technical problems.
Please follow the steps below:
Go to "Me" in the bottom right corner in Zmodo app and
select "Zmodo Support".
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Inc. Apple, the Apple Logo, and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple
Inc.
Like us on Facebook.com/Zmodo
Scan the QR-code below!
Follow us on Twitter @Zmodo
Scan the QR-code below!
www.zmodo.com/support
For more instructions, troubleshooting, support, and
other resources, please visit:
Having difficulty?
Support
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