Ezviz CB8 - User Manual

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Revision Record

New release – January, 2022

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Summary

About this Manual

Revision Record

Details the manual's revision history and release date.

Trademarks Acknowledgement

Acknowledges EZVIZ and third-party trademarks and logos.

Overview

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the product package.

Basics

Provides fundamental information about the camera's components.

Setup

Power on the Camera

Instructions for powering on the camera using the power adapter or solar panel.

Get the EZVIZ App

Steps to download, install, and register for the EZVIZ mobile application.

Add the camera to EZVIZ

Guides users through connecting the camera to their EZVIZ account.

Camera Installation

Installation Location

Tips for choosing the optimal placement for the camera.

Important Notes on Reducing Too Much Alarms

Advice on placement to minimize false motion detection alerts.

Install Micro SD Card (Optional)

Instructions for inserting and initializing a Micro SD card for local storage.

Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide for mounting the camera onto a wall or ceiling.

View Your Device

Live View

How to view and listen to the live feed from the camera.

Settings

Detailed configuration options for camera features and parameters.

EZVIZ Connect

Use Amazon Alexa

Instructions for connecting and controlling the camera with Amazon Alexa.

Use Google Assistant

Guide to linking and operating the camera via Google Assistant.

Initiatives on the Use of Video Products

This document serves as a comprehensive user manual for an EZVIZ camera, detailing its functions, installation, and operational features. The camera is designed for surveillance and monitoring, offering various capabilities to enhance security and provide real-time visual information.

Function Description

The EZVIZ camera is a versatile device capable of capturing video and audio, providing live feeds, and recording events. It features a lens, microphone (MIC), LED indicator, PIR (Passive Infrared) sensor, photoresistor, IR light, and a spotlight. These components work in conjunction to provide a robust surveillance solution. The camera supports both wall and ceiling mounting, offering flexibility in placement. It also includes a Micro SD card slot for local storage of recordings, with recommended compatibility for Class 10 cards up to 256GB.

The camera's core function revolves around its ability to detect motion and provide alerts. It offers intelligent detection types, including PIR Infrared Detection, which triggers alerts upon capturing heat energy from animals or humans, and Human Shape Detection, which alarms when human body activities are detected. Users can customize detection sensitivity and define specific detection zones, allowing for precise monitoring and reducing false alarms. The camera can be configured to operate in different working modes, such as Record Mode for continuous recording, Performance Mode for longer video clips with less power consumption, Power Saving Mode for shorter clips with more power savings, and Super Power-saving (Sleep Mode) which can be activated by live view.

Audio capabilities are integrated, allowing for both live view and recorded videos to include sound. The camera also supports various image styles (Original, Soft, Vivid) and night vision modes (Color Night Vision with warm light, and Black/White Night Vision with IR light for high invisibility). An On-Screen Display (OSD) can be enabled to show the device name on captured videos.

Usage Features

The EZVIZ camera is managed primarily through the EZVIZ app, available on both the App Store and Google Play. Users can register an EZVIZ account and add the camera by scanning a QR code found on the Quick Start Guide or the camera body. The app provides a user-friendly interface for various operations:

Live View: Users can access a live feed from the camera, take snapshots, manually start/stop recording, and select video resolution (Full HD, Ultra HD, or Hi-Def).
Pan/Tilt/Zoom: The camera can be rotated remotely through the app to achieve a broader field of view.
Two-Way Talk: A talk function allows users to communicate with people in front of the camera.
360° Picture: Generate a 360-degree view picture for comprehensive coverage.
Alarm: Sound or flash the spotlight to deter intruders.
Multi-screen Live: Select different window layouts for viewing multiple cameras simultaneously.
Settings: The app allows for extensive customization, including working modes, detection types, notification settings (audible notifications, light notifications, message notifications), image settings, and network configurations.
Cloud Storage: Users can subscribe to and manage cloud storage services for their recordings.
Device Sharing: The camera can be shared with family members or guests by inviting them via email or phone number and granting specific permissions.
Integration with Smart Home Systems: The camera is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, enabling voice control for various functions like showing camera feeds on compatible smart displays.

Maintenance Features

The manual outlines several features and recommendations for maintaining the device and ensuring optimal performance:

Micro SD Card Management: After installing a Micro SD card, it must be initialized within the EZVIZ app. The app also allows users to check the SD card status and capacity.
Power Management: The camera is powered on by pressing and holding the POWER button for 2 seconds. It can be charged via a power adapter (5V 2A) or a solar panel (purchased separately). Important charging guidelines include removing the camera from the wall, avoiding charging in extreme temperatures (above 45°C or below 0°C), and not charging outdoors with a power adapter.
Reset Functionality: A RESET button allows users to restart the camera and set all parameters to default by pressing and holding for about 4 seconds.
Firmware Updates: Users are advised to keep the EZVIZ app updated to ensure access to the latest features and improvements.
Troubleshooting: The manual provides guidance for common issues, such as the camera being offline or alarms being triggered without apparent reason. It suggests checking network connectivity, restarting the device, and adjusting detection sensitivity.
Security Settings: Images captured by the camera can be protected with a password, and the encryption password can be changed through the app, ensuring data security.
Privacy Considerations: The manual emphasizes the importance of privacy and ethical use of video products, urging users to comply with applicable laws and regulations, define monitoring scopes reasonably, and ensure data security to prevent misuse or leakage.

The EZVIZ camera is designed to be a reliable and user-friendly surveillance tool, offering a range of features for both active monitoring and passive recording, all managed through an intuitive mobile application.

Ezviz CB8 Specifications

General

Night Vision	Color Night Vision
Weatherproof	IP65
Two-Way Audio	Yes
Video Compression	H.265
Wireless	Yes
Power Supply	DC 5V/2A
Smart Detection	Human Shape Detection
Storage	MicroSD card (up to 256GB)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi (2.4GHz)
Field of View	104°
IR Range	15 meters
Pan & Tilt	Pan: 340°, Tilt: 65°