Snap 15S

What's in the box

Please consult this checklist for all parts.

• Snap 15S
• Bracket
• Screws
• Power adapter
• USB cable
• User manual

Description

A diagram shows the components of the Snap 15S camera, labeled as: Reset button, Power button, Charging indicator, Micro USB port, SD card slot, Status light, Photosensitive sensor, Microphone, Speaker, and PIR sensor.

Specifications

Install

Mode: Bracket Installation

Diagrams illustrate the bracket installation process. One shows a bracket being mounted to a wall. Another shows the camera attached to the bracket with adjustable angles: 0-360° rotation and 0-90° tilt. Text indicates to lock the screw after fixing the camera and again after adjusting the angle.

1. Fix the bracket on the wall.
2. Install the camera in the bracket and lock it with the screw.

Connect

Download and Registration

Homcloud is available for both iOS and Android OS.

a. Download the Homcloud App from the App Store ? or Google Play ▶️, or scan the QR code.

b. Enter the register/login interface and register with your country area code and phone number/email address.

c. Wait a few minutes for a verification code (by email or text message) and enter it where required along with a password (between 6 and 20 numbers and letters).

Set up router

This device only supports 2.4GHz frequency band routers and does not support 5GHz frequency band routers. Please set the relevant parameters of the router before WiFi configuration. WiFi passwords should not include special characters such as ~!@#$%^&*(). When the device is configured in WiFi, ensure the mobile phone and device are as close as possible to the router, which can speed up the configuration of the device.

Diagrams show a mobile phone with Wi-Fi signal bars connected to a router, indicating 2.4GHz with a checkmark (✔️) and 5GHz with a cross mark (❌).

QR Code Configuration

1. Connect your mobile device to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Network and launch the Homcloud App.
2. Make sure you have completed all steps of the installation part.
3. On the Homcloud homepage, tap "add device" or the '+' icon. After that, tap "Smart Webcam" on the Wi-Fi smart device list.
4. Hold the camera 15 to 20cm in front of the mobile phone for the camera to scan the QR code. When the camera emits a "dong dong dong" sound, you can complete the configuration in about 30 seconds.

Scan with the camera

When you tap CONTINUE, the mobile phone displays a QR code. Hold the camera 15 to 20 cm in front of the mobile phone for the camera to scan the QR code.

A diagram shows a mobile phone displaying a QR code, with a camera positioned 15-20cm away, emitting a light cone towards the QR code.

Buttons: Continue, Heard the beep

Icons and Status

5. When connecting, ensure your router, mobile, and camera are as close as possible. When the camera is added successfully, click the edit icon (✏️) to DIY the camera's name.

Diagrams show the connection process: a circular progress bar indicating 'Connecting' at 100%, with checkmarks for 'Device found', 'Register device to the smart cloud', and 'Initializing device'. Another diagram shows 'Device added successfully' with a camera icon and a list of rooms.

Function Icons

• [Enlarge Image]: Enlarge the image full screen.

• [Audio On/Off] ?: Turn on receiving audio.

• [SD/HD]: Switch to Full HD resolution (SD is Standard Resolution).

• [Snapshot] ?: Take a snapshot (it will be saved on your smartphone).

• [Speak] ?: Activate smartphone microphone and speak through the camera.

• [Record] ▶️: Record a part of a video (it will be saved on smartphone).

• [Playback] ▶️: Play recorded video on SD card.

• [Cloud Storage] ☁️: Access cloud recordings (extra service).

Settings

In the "Smart Camera" interface, click the settings icon (⚙️) to configure common camera functions.

A screenshot of the 'Smart Camera' interface is shown, displaying current weather conditions (Overcast, temperature, humidity, air pressure), a list of devices ('All devices', 'Living Room', 'Bedroom', etc.), and the status of a 'Smart Camera' as 'Online'. A preview of the camera feed is also visible, showing a plant, with controls for Screenshot, Speak, and Record.

General

• Homcloud code: ME-WCS15
• Model No: Snap 15S
• Power: DC 5V/1A
• Resolution: 2Mp, 1920(H)*1080(V)
• IR Distance: 10m
• Battery capacity: 14400mAh
• Waterproof grade: IP65
• Working temp: -20°C ~ 50°C
• View Angle: 120°
• Dimension: 156x83x62 mm
• PIR distance: 9m
• Lens: 3.2mm@F2.0, 130°

Wi-Fi standard

• Wifi standard: 2.4G ~ 2.4835 GHz wifi (IEEE802.11b/g/n)
• Channel bandwidth: Support 20/40MHz
• Wifi security: WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, WPS
• Consumption: 150–200mA Max working
• Max transmission power: <20 dbm
• Communication protocol: HTTP, DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP
• Compression: H.264
• Storage: SD CARD (max 128GB), Cloud

Functions

• Remote wake-up: The camera will be in a sleep mode to save power; you can have a preview in the App.
• Full-duplex audio: You can see and hear the visitor in your App from the camera.
• PIR: When the camera detects someone stopping by, it sends an alarm message to your cell phone.
• Low battery alarm: When the battery power is lower than your set, the App will send a notification to your mobile phone.
• Record: Using SD card or opening the Cloud-Storage Service, to keep recording for every moment.
• Day & Night: Powerful night vision means no interruptions, even in complete darkness.

Side-by-side images show the camera's view during the day ('Daytime') and at night ('Night'), demonstrating its night vision capabilities.

Google Home Control

Note: You will need to have set up a Google account prior to linking your Homcloud device.

1. Select "Menu" and then "Home Control".
2. In the "Home Control" screen, select the '+' icon in the bottom right.
3. A list will appear showing actions and a search function to access more apps. From here, choose the "Smart Life" app.

Screenshots illustrate the Google Home app interface, showing navigation to 'Home Control', adding a device via the '+' icon, and a list of available smart home services including 'Smart Life'.

4. Log into your Homcloud account with your email address or mobile number.

5. Click Done, and then it will provide a list of commands available.

6. When successfully linked, you will see it on your "Home Control" screen at the bottom of the app screen. You can control your Homcloud devices through Google Home.

Screenshots show the Homcloud account login screen and the 'Assign rooms' interface within the Google Home app, where devices can be assigned to specific rooms.

Chromecast Control

1. Tap "Home Control" in the side menu on the Google Home app's home page, then tap "+".

Screenshots of the Google Home app showing the 'Home Control' section, the '+' button to add devices, and a list of services.

2. Find "Smart Life" in the list. In the new window, select your Homcloud account's region, type your Homcloud account and password, then tap "Link Now". After you assign rooms for devices, your devices will be listed in the Home Control page.

Screenshots show the 'Add devices' list in Google Home, the 'Smart Life' service selection, the Homcloud account linking page with fields for email/phone and password, and the 'Assign rooms' screen.

Now, you can display the live image of your smart camera through Google Chromecast.

Alexa Control

Note: You will need to have set up an Alexa account prior to linking your Homcloud device.

1. Select "Menu" and then "Skill".
2. Search for the app and enable it.

Screenshots of the Alexa app interface showing navigation to 'Skills', searching for 'Smart Life', and enabling the skill. It also shows the 'Account linking required' prompt.

3. Log into your Homcloud account with your email address or mobile number.

4. Select "Discover Device" and the app will begin searching.

5. When successfully linked, you will see a list of connected Homcloud devices. You can now control your Homcloud devices through Alexa with your voice.

Screenshots show the Alexa account binding page for 'Smart Life', the 'Alexa is looking for devices' screen, and the 'Smart Home' screen listing discovered devices like 'bedroom (Offline)', 'Smart Bulb', 'AC1', etc.

FAQ

Q: The device cannot be previewed properly?

A: Check whether the network is normal. You can place the camera close to the router. If not, it is recommended to reset the device and add it again.

Q: Why is it still in the list of devices after resetting?

A: The reset device only resets the network configuration of the camera, but cannot change the configuration on the App. Remove the camera, and it must be deleted by the App.

Q: How to cut the camera network to another router?

A: First remove and reset the device on the App, and then configure the device again by the App.

Q: Why doesn't the device identify the SD card?

A: It is recommended to plug in the SD card after power cut. Confirm whether the SD card is normally available and the format is FAT32. The TF card can't be identified when the internet environment is not good.

Q: Why I can't get the notifications with my cell phone App?

A: Please confirm that the App has been running on the phone and the relevant reminder function has been opened. Message notification and authority confirmation in the mobile phone system have been opened.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Hereby, Life365 Italy S.p.A. declares that this wireless device complies with the essential requirements and other provisions correl of Directive 2014/53 / EU of the European Parliament and of the Advice. The declaration can be consulted on the website www.homcloud.com/doc.

"Homcloud" is a registered trademark of Life365 Italy S.p.A.

Imported by: Life365 Italy S.p.A. – European General Agency Viale Roma 49/a, 47122 Forli, Italy – Made in China

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