Iget Homeguard HGWIP812

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Summary

Get the App and Network Connection

Get the App

Download the Homeguardcare app for your smartphone via QR code or app store search.

Step 1 Network Connection

Connect the AC adapter to the camera and plug it in, then connect the camera to your router via WiFi.

WiFi Configuration Guide

Add Camera

Launch the app, select 'Add Camera', then choose 'Add cameras via WiFi configuration guide'.

Scan Camera QR Code

Select 'Please scan the camera's QR code' and scan the QR code on the bottom of the camera.

Configure WiFi Network

Name the camera, input the correct WiFi password, and click 'Next' to connect.

Camera Setup and Usage

Youre Done!

Congratulations on setting up your HOMEGUARD Camera. Position and view remotely.

Live View Controls

Tap the monitoring screen to access controls like Cruise, Menu, Flip, Mirror, Snapshot, and Recording.

Monitoring Options

Utilize 2-way audio by pressing and holding the Mic button, and switch IR LED/Preset modes.

Advanced Features and Specifications

View from Mac or Windows PC

Install Homeguardcare software for your Mac or Windows PC from the included CD.

Specifications

Details on hardware features, resolution, compression, sensor, pan/tilt, security, dimensions, and power.

The iGET HOMEGUARD HGWIP812 is a versatile IP camera designed to provide peace of mind through home surveillance, allowing you to monitor your home, children, elderly relatives, and pets from anywhere. This quick start guide helps users set up and operate the camera with ease.

Function Description

The HOMEGUARD HGWIP812 is a smart home surveillance camera that offers real-time video monitoring. It connects to your home Wi-Fi network, enabling remote viewing via a dedicated smartphone application, "Homeguardcare," available for both iOS and Android devices. The camera is equipped with a lens, microphone, and speaker, supporting two-way audio communication, allowing you to listen in and speak through the camera. It also features infrared LEDs for night vision, ensuring clear monitoring even in low-light conditions. The camera's pan and tilt functionality allows for a wide viewing range, which can be controlled remotely through the app. For local storage, the camera includes a built-in microSD socket, enabling continuous recording or event-triggered recordings.

Usage Features

Setting up the HOMEGUARD HGWIP812 involves a few simple steps. First, you need to download the "Homeguardcare" app on your smartphone. The camera can be connected to your Wi-Fi network using two primary methods:

WiFi Configuration Guide (QR Code Scan): After connecting the camera to power, you launch the app, select "Add Camera," then "Add cameras via WiFi Configuration Guide." The app will prompt you to scan the QR code located on the bottom of the camera. Once scanned, you name the camera, input your Wi-Fi password, and the camera will attempt to connect to your network. This process typically takes around 90 seconds. If successful, the camera is automatically added to your app.
One Key WiFi Connection: This method is an alternative for quick setup. Ensure your smartphone is near the router. Input your Wi-Fi SSID and password into the app, then click the config button. The camera's Wi-Fi indicator will flash slowly when ready for configuration and then flash fast once connected.

Once connected, the camera's operational status is indicated by an LED light. A blinking blue light signifies successful Wi-Fi configuration, while a slowly blinking blue light indicates it's connecting to Wi-Fi. A steady blue light means the network status is good. A red light indicates working status, with a blinking red light for an ongoing upgrade, and a steady red light for normal operation with an internet connection. If the indicator is off, it means the Wi-Fi connection has failed or the device is not operational.

The "Homeguardcare" app provides a comprehensive live view interface with various controls:

Pan/Tilt Control: You can remotely adjust the camera's horizontal and vertical viewing angles.
Cruise Vertically/Horizontally: Automated scanning of the area.
Menu: Access additional settings and options.
Flip/Mirror: Adjust the video orientation if the camera is mounted upside down.
Snapshot to Phone: Capture still images from the live feed.
Record Video to Phone: Record video clips directly to your smartphone.
Audio On/Off: Toggle the camera's microphone.
Mic On/Off (Two-way Audio): Press and hold the microphone button to speak through the camera.
Contrast/Brightness: Adjust video quality settings.
Resolution VGA/1080p: Select the desired video resolution.
Restore to Default: Reset video settings.
IR LED On/Off/Auto: Control the infrared night vision. You can set it to automatically activate in low light.
Set or Call Preset: Define and quickly access specific camera positions.

For monitoring on a larger screen, the HOMEGUARD HGWIP812 also supports viewing from Mac or Windows PCs by installing the "Homeguardcare" software from the included CD.

Maintenance Features

While the guide does not explicitly detail maintenance features, it provides important information for ongoing use:

Password Management: It is crucial to change the default username and password (admin/123456) in the "Advanced Setting - User Setting" section of the app to enhance security. The maximum password length is 20 characters.
Network Stability: Ensure the camera is within range of your Wi-Fi network for optimal performance. The app provides clear LED indicators to help diagnose network connection issues.
Firmware Updates: Although not explicitly mentioned as a user-initiated feature, the blinking red LED for "Beginning upgrade" suggests that the camera supports firmware updates, which are essential for security and feature enhancements.
Troubleshooting: The LED status table serves as a primary troubleshooting tool for network and operational issues. If the camera is not connecting, checking the LED indicator can help identify the problem.

The HOMEGUARD HGWIP812 is designed for continuous surveillance, providing a reliable solution for monitoring your property and loved ones with convenient remote access and control.