Botslab Battery Smart Camera User Manual
Your guide to setup, connection, and operation.
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the smart camera. The device adopts a unique ultra portable design, so that it can be applied in various fields and bring you convenient, safe and colorful daily life. Please set up your camera correctly according to the steps in the instructions.
Directory
- I. App Download
- II. Registered User
- III. AP Mode Connection Settings
- IV. WiFi Remote Monitoring Settings
- V. AP Mode And P2P Mode Device List Distinction
- VI. FQA
I. App Download
Scan the QR code to download the "Botslab" APP.
[QR Code for Botslab APP download]
For Android phones, search "Botslab" on Google Play or other application markets to download the APP.
For iPhone/iPad, download "Botslab" on the App Store.
II. Registered User
Open the APP and click "Sign up". Enter your phone number or email to register, receive the verification code, and set the password to complete the registration.
Note: When logging in to your account, select your current area. Example: A screenshot shows a selection menu with "China mainland" as an option, followed by "Login" and "Sign up" buttons.
III. AP Mode Connection Settings
This section details connecting the camera using AP direct connection.
Step 1: Add device
In the "My home" screen, tap the "+" icon or "Add device" button.
Step 2: Choose Battery Camera
Select "Battery Camera" from the list of available device types.
Step 3: Click AP direct connection
Choose "AP direct connection" as the distribution method.
Step 4: Connect device hotspot
Press and hold the reset button on the camera for about 5 seconds until you hear a beep sound. Then, connect your phone to the device's hotspot, which typically starts with "FC02". Wait for the Wi-Fi icon to appear in your phone's status bar.
Step 5: Set password
After connecting to the hotspot, you will be prompted to set a password for the first connection. Enter your desired password and confirm.
Step 6: AP mode device is added successfully
The device is now added successfully in AP mode.
IV. WiFi Remote Monitoring Settings
Note: Your phone needs to connect to a 2.4G WiFi network.
Step 1: Add device
Navigate to the "My home" screen and tap "Add device".
Step 2: Choose Battery Camera
Select "Battery Camera" from the device list.
Step 3: Check and click Next
Ensure the camera is reset (indicated by a red light). Click "Next" to proceed.
Step 4: Choose Network configuration via WiFi
Select "Network configuration via WiFi" as the distribution method.
Step 5: Searching device (Method 2: QR Code Configure Network)
If the device is not found, use the QR code method. The app will prompt you to aim the QR code at the camera. Ensure the camera is 10-15 cm away from the QR code.
Step 6: Enter WiFi password
Enter your 2.4G WiFi network password. The device only supports 2.4G networks, not 5G.
Step 7: Connecting to network
The device will connect to the network. This process may take 1-3 minutes. The screen shows progress and status updates like "Mobile phone connected to device successfully", "Message sent to device", "Device network connected", and "Device initializing".
Step 8: Remote real-time monitoring
Once connected, you can access "Live View" and other features.
V. AP Mode And P2P Mode Device List Distinction
AP mode device list: Displays devices connected directly via AP, where internet access is not available. Example: "Me--AP direct device control".
P2P mode device list: Displays devices connected via P2P, allowing remote access. Example: "Home--My device".
VI. FQA (Frequently Asked Questions)
- When logged in, select the correct area where the device is currently located. Otherwise, the device cannot be added or may appear offline.
- The device only supports 2.4G network. Do not select 5G networks when configuring the network.
- If the device's AP hotspot can be searched but cannot be connected during network configuration, delete or forget the hotspot in your WLAN settings, then reconfigure the network. An example shows a network selection screen with options to "Delete" or "Forget" a network.