Package Contents
- Camera x 1
- Power adapter x 1
- Installation template x 1
- Anchor x 3 (Length: 26.4 mm)
- Screw x 3 (BA3 x 25 mm, Head diameter: 6.0 mm)
- Waterproof kit x 1
- Quick installation guide x 1
Appearance
The camera features several key components:
- LED indicator: Provides status information.
- IR lights: For night vision.
- Microphone: For audio capture.
- Speaker: For audio output.
- Micro SD card slot: Located behind a cover for local storage.
- Reset button: Located behind a cover, used for factory reset.
- Ethernet port: A 10/100Mbps auto-negotiation port for wired network connection.
- Power port: For connecting the power adapter.
- Spotlights: Integrated lights.
- Orientation knob: Used to adjust the camera's viewing angle.
LED Indicator Status:
- Solid red: Initializing and starting.
- Blinking red slowly: Disconnected from a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.
- Blinking red quickly: Connecting to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.
- Solid blue: Connected to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.
- Blinking blue slowly: Upgrading.
- Blinking blue quickly: Waiting to connect to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.
Reset Button: Hold down the Reset button for about 5 seconds and release it when the LED indicator blinks blue quickly or a prompt tone is heard to reset the camera.
Add the Camera to TDSEE App
[info] Before adding your camera, ensure your router is connected to the internet and the Wi-Fi filter function is disabled.
- Download the TDSEE App onto your mobile device by searching for "TDSEE" in the Google Play or App Store, or by scanning the [QR code].
- Power on the camera. The LED indicator will turn solid red, then blink blue quickly, indicating it's ready to connect to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.
- Run the TDSEE App and follow the on-screen instructions to complete user registration.
- On the app's home page, tap "Add a device" or the "+" icon in the upper right corner.
- Scan the [QR code] on the camera's body and follow the instructions within the App to complete the setup.
Install the Device
The camera supports both ceiling and wall installation.
Camera Installation
[info] Please ensure the mounting surface (e.g., ceiling) is strong enough to support at least three times the weight of the camera.
You may need tools such as a hammer drill, a drill bit, a rubber hammer, a screwdriver, and a ladder for installation.
Wall Installation
Follow these steps for wall mounting:
- Place the installation template at the desired location.
- Drill screw holes using a drill bit (diameter: 6 mm) to a depth of 28-32 mm.
- Insert anchors into the drilled holes.
- Fix the camera to the wall using the provided screws.
Ceiling Installation
Follow these steps for ceiling mounting:
- Place the installation template at the desired location on the ceiling.
- Drill screw holes using a drill bit (diameter: 6 mm) to a depth of 28-32 mm.
- Insert anchors into the drilled holes.
- Fix the camera to the ceiling using the provided screws.
Power On the Camera
Connect the power adapter to the camera's power port.
Adjust the Monitoring Angle
Loosen the orientation knob to adjust the camera's viewing angle (0-90° vertically, 0-360° horizontally) for the best view. Once positioned, tighten the knob to secure the angle.
Install Waterproof Kit
Install the waterproof kit for the Ethernet port if the camera is installed outdoors.
[info] The included waterproof kit is not suitable for Ethernet cables with a protection cover on the crystal head.
When connecting an Ethernet cable, follow these waterproof installation steps:
- Place the O-ring onto the Ethernet port of the camera.
- Thread the Ethernet cable through the fix nut, the waterproof ring, and the waterproof jacket in the correct order. Then, connect the cable to the camera's Ethernet port.
- Rotate the waterproof jacket to secure it to the Ethernet port. Insert the waterproof ring into the waterproof jacket and then fasten the fix nut by rotating it clockwise.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. What should I do if I failed to add the camera?
A1. Try the following solutions:
- Ensure your router is successfully connected to the internet.
- The camera supports only 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks. Connect your smartphone to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network when adding the camera.
- Do not hide your router's Wi-Fi network name (SSID) when adding the camera. You can hide it after successful setup.
- Confirm if the camera's LED indicator blinks blue quickly. If not, reset the camera and configure it again using the reset method (hold the Reset button for about 5 seconds until the LED blinks blue quickly or a prompt tone is heard).
Q2. What should I do when the video preview is not smooth?
A2. Try the following solutions:
- Check if your router's internet connection is stable.
- Place the router closer to the camera and adjust the camera's antenna angle.
- If previewing video using cellular mobile data, ensure your smartphone's internet connection is smooth.
- The camera supports Auto, Fluent, and HD video clarity modes. Switch the video clarity according to your internet status.
Q3. How to store the video?
A3. You can store video using two methods:
- Method 1: Micro SD Card: Install a Micro SD card into the camera. The card supports Alarm Recording and All Day Recording. By default, the recording mode is Alarm Recording, which can be changed in the TDSEE App settings (Settings → SD Card Recording Settings).
- Method 2: Cloud Storage Service: Subscribe to the Cloud Storage Service on the TDSEE App. Upon first activation, you can enjoy 3 months of free cloud storage service (7-days continuous detection recording). Access this via the app's home page, select the camera, then tap "Cloud" in the lower left corner.
Q4. How to get full-color monitoring video day and night?
A4. Set the camera's Night Vision Mode to "Full-color Mode". Access this setting in the TDSEE App (Settings → Night Vision Mode).
Declarations and Compliance
Declaration of Conformity
SHENZHEN TENDA TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. declares that the radio equipment type CT6 complies with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at: http://www.tendacn.com/en/service/download-cata-101.html
Operating Frequency: 2.4 GHz: EU/2412-2472MHz (CH1-CH13)
EIRP Power (Max.): 2.4 GHz: 17.5dBm
Adapter Models: BN073-A12012E, BN073-A12012B
Adapter Input: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz 0.4A
Adapter Output: 12V DC, 1A
Software Version: V1.0.X
[caution] Adapter specifications.
[DC voltage] symbol.
FCC Statement
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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Radiation Exposure Statement
This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and also complies with Part 15 of the FCC RF Rules. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the device and your body.
[caution] Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Operating frequency: 2412-2462MHz
NOTE: (1) The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. (2) To avoid unnecessary radiation interference, it is recommended to use a shielded RJ45 cable.
Recycling
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) [recycling symbol]. This means that this product must be handled pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment.
The user has the choice to give their product to a competent recycling organization or to the retailer when buying new electrical or electronic equipment.
Operating Conditions
Operating Temperature: -30°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity: (10%-95%) RH, non-condensing
Technical Support
Company: Shenzhen Tenda Technology Co., Ltd.
Address: 6-8 Floor, Tower E3, NO.1001, Zhongshanyuan Road, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China. 518052
USA hotline: 1-800-570-5892 (Toll Free, 7 x 24 hours)
Canada hotline: 1-888-998-8966 (Toll Free, Mon - Fri 9 am - 6 pm PST)
Hong Kong hotline: 00852-81931998
Global hotline: +86 755-2765 7180 (China Time Zone)
Website: www.tendacn.com
Email: support@tenda.com.cn
Copyright
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