User Manual DIY-WF-SMART 11/5/2021
Page |1 Table of Contents Important SD Card Information ................................................................................2 High Capacity Cards ...............................................................................................2 About This Device .....................................................................................................3 Setup Concept Overview ..........................................................................................
Page |2 Important SD Card Information Micro SD cards MUST be inserted properly or damage may occur. SD Cards in these devices are spring loaded. To insert the SD card, push the card into the slot until a click is heard or felt. Once the card clicks it will lock into place. To remove the card, press the card inward to unlock the spring and the card will come out. NEVER FORCE AN SD CARD IN OR OUT! Micro SD cards are available in different speed classes.
Page |3 About This Device On/Off Switch Micro USB Port This small white switch turns the camera on or off, the Right position is On (as pictured) Use the included USB cable and charger to provide constant power to the camera with this USB port SD CARD SLOT RESET BUTTON Gently insert a Micro SD card into this slot. The card should insert easily, and will click and lock into place Use a small tool such as a paperclip or toothpick to depress the reset button.
Page |4 Setup Concept Overview PLEASE READ THIS PAGE FIRST BEFORE ATTEMPTING SETUP The main goal of the initial setup is to “program” this camera with the name and password of the main WiFi network/router where the camera will be deployed. After the initial setup is completed the camera will attempt to use that information to connect itself to the main WiFi network/router. If successful then the camera can be viewed over the internet from anywhere in the world.
Page |5 Powering the Device Before starting the setup procedure, power the device. Constant AC Power with Battery Backup Battery Power Connect USB charger and cable to the To connect the battery to the camera, device (see illustration on page 4 to find plug the red connector of the battery the correct port) and plug the USB into the red connector on the camera. charger into a wall outlet.
Page |6 Adding the Camera to the App Installing the App on a Phone or Tablet Installing the App on an iPhone or iPad 1. Open the iTunes app store Search for: Tuya Smart 2. Select the Tuya Smart 3. Install the app to the phone Installing the App on an Android device 1. 2. 3. 4. Open the Google Play Store Search for: Tuya Smart Select the Tuya Smart Install the app to the phone Need Help? Get FREE USA-based technical support direct from PalmVID Call 800-618-7491 or email webstaff@palmvid.
Page |7 1. This app requires you to create an account. Tap “Sign Up” 2. Type in your email, or an email that you have access to and tap “Get Verification Code” Check your email for a message from “TuyaSmart” and get the code. 3. Go back to the app and type in the verification code 4. The next screen will allow you to set a password for your account once entered click “Done” 5. This app will ask for your permission to collect data from your usage you can uncheck the boxes or keep them checked.
Page |8 6. This is the home screen of the app tap the “+” button in the top right corner of the app or tap on “Add Device” 7. Under the “Add Manually” section tap on the “Security & Video Surveillance” tab and find the option named “Smart Camera (Wi-Fi)” Need Help? Get FREE USA-based technical support direct from PalmVID Call 800-618-7491 or email webstaff@palmvid.
Page |9 8. At the top of this screen, tap “QR Code” and select “AP Mode”. When this camera is in its setup mode, the status LED on the bottom will flash blue once per second. If you do not see this flash, press and hold the reset button on your Camera for 10 seconds.
P a g e | 10 9. This screen lets you set up the camera to your Wi-Fi. If your phone is connected to your personal Wi-Fi the app will auto populate the name of the network. You will need to enter your WiFi password. Not sure of your WiFi password? Refer to page 23 before proceeding. Do not proceed unless you are sure of your WiFi password. Once the correct WiFi password has been entered, tap Next. 10. This screen is prompting you to connect to a new WiFi network that comes from the camera.
P a g e | 11 11. This screen is the apps final step to connecting to the camera. Please allow up to 2 minutes for the camera to connect. Do not navigate away from this screen during the connection. 12. This next Screen will allow you to change the cameras name if needed. 13. Once finished tap “Done” Need Help? Get FREE USA-based technical support direct from PalmVID Call 800-618-7491 or email webstaff@palmvid.
P a g e | 12 14. After the setup is complete you will be taken to the live view screen of the app. 15. The camera’s Live View screen is displayed to the right.
P a g e | 13 Configuring Camera Settings To configure the camera’s settings, tap the “Pencil” icon, either on the camera’s live view.
P a g e | 14 Cam Name This screen allows you to view and modify your cameras nickname. It also allows you to view your cameras Device ID. Device Information This Screen lets you view the details of your device including its ID and time zone Need Help? Get FREE USA-based technical support direct from PalmVID Call 800-618-7491 or email webstaff@palmvid.
P a g e | 15 Tap-to-Run and Automation 1) This app integrates with home automation systems like Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT, and more. For more information about how to integrate Tuya Smart devices, please contact your home automation manufacturer, or refer to the FAQs section. Basic Function Settings This Screen lets you change your time and date stamps and controls whether or not you have date stamps on your recordings. It also controls the LED indicators on the device.
P a g e | 16 Display Settings 1) This can be used to fine-tune the video’s Brightness and Contrast. Detection Alarm Settings 1) This screen allows you to modify your motion detection settings. 2) Turn Motion Detection Alarm on to receive in-app notifications when the camera senses motion. 3) Change the Alarm Sensitivity Level to change how sensitive the camera is to motion. This effects when motion detection alerts are sent, and when the camera records.
P a g e | 17 Storage Settings 1) This screen will only appear if a properly formatted Micro SD card is installed into the camera. This screen will show the card’s total, used, and remaining capacity. 2) To record to the Micro SD card, enable Local Recording. Non-Stop recording means recording 24/7, change this to Event Recording to record only when motion is detected. 3) Choose Remove memory device if and when you choose to remove the Micro SD card. 4) Choose Format to erase all data saved on the card.
P a g e | 18 Add to Home Screen 1) This Screen allows you to change your language Need Help? Get FREE USA-based technical support direct from PalmVID Call 800-618-7491 or email webstaff@palmvid.
P a g e | 19 Video Playback This app can play back recorded videos from this camera. These videos may be stored on a Micro SD card inside the camera,(Playback) or they may be stored in the memory of the phone or tablet (Photo Album). To begin, make sure the camera appears as “Online” on the main Cameras screen of the app. Tap on the “Playback” button to see these recordings on the SD Card. Tap on “Photo Album” to view these recordings on the phone or tablet.
P a g e | 20 Video Playback (continued) This apps playback function has a few different options. a) Lets you pause/play your videos b) Lets you scrub through videos or time of day recorded c) Makes the Playback full screen d) Shows you a calendar where you can choose the date you need playback from c b a d This is the date menu where you can swipe through different months and dates seeing all of the playbacks the SD has recorded.
P a g e | 21 Video Playback (continued) This is the screen that comes up when you tap on the “Photo Album” button. It lays out all of the videos and photos that you have saved to the phone or tablet.
P a g e | 22 Adding an Online Camera to another Phone or Tablet 1. Install and open the appropriate app on the second phone or tablet 2. From the main screen, tap the Pencil icon to get to the settings 3. Scroll down to find “Share Device” 4. Then tap “Add Sharing” 5.
P a g e | 23 Troubleshooting I’m not sure of my WiFi Password There are several ways to retrieve or verify your WiFi password. The first and easiest is to look for a sticker on your modem or router that displays your WiFi name and password. If you do not see that sticker, you may choose to call your internet service provider for help. To verify that you have the correct WiFi password, navigate to your WiFi settings on the phone or tablet you are using with the camera.
P a g e | 24 No Audio from Camera Our hidden cameras do not include microphones when sold to the general public in the US; disguised microphones are not legal in the US, so our hidden cameras record video but no audio. We like to remind our customers that a picture is worth 1000 words which means that the video recording will show all that is needed to determine evidence of abuse, infidelity, theft, trespassing, or other wrongdoing.
P a g e | 25 The video quality while watching live video is not clear The video captured by this camera is sent over the internet to the phone. The faster the internet connection is where the camera is located, and the faster the internet connection is on the phone, the better the video quality. If poor video quality is experienced, check to be sure these internet connections are working properly. The video quality can also be adjusted, see page 10, option g.
P a g e | 26 DIY-WF-SMART Checklist INVOICE #: TESTING DATE: TECH 1 TECH 2 Kit Assembled Camera in Focus Verified Live Video Over Wi-Fi Record/Playback on SD Live Video After Power Cycle Re-tested from Second Device Reset to Defaults This DIY-WIFI-SMART has been tested and double tested by the following technicians: TESTING TECH: VERIFIED BY: Need Help? Get FREE USA-based technical support direct from PalmVID Call 800-618-7491 or email webstaff@palmvid.
P a g e | 27 FCC Warning Statement Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
