Wyze Cam v3 Setup Guide

Wyze Cam v3 Setup Guide step by step

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Wyze Cam v3 Setup Guide step by step

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It’s time to take Wyze Cam outside. All-new IP65 weather & dust resistance, and the Starlight sensor, truly lets you see everything around your home, inside and out, daytime and night.

Wyze Cam v3 features we’re excited about:

  • Indoor / outdoor. IP65 weather resistance lets you capture moments from virtually anywhere.
  • CMOS Starlight sensor. Reduces noise from low light, sees in environments up to 25x darker.
  • Versatile mounting. Magnetic, screw, and 1/4 tripod mounting.
  • Great image quality, day and night. 1080p Full HD.
  • Adaptive IR lights: Invisible and visible IR lights.
  • Color Night Vision. See clearly and in color at night in low light conditions.
  • NEW! Accessories available. Outdoor adapter, Spotlight kit, Floodlight kit (TBD), and more.
  • Siren. Deter bad actors with loud alarm you can trigger from the Wyze app.
  • Cam Plus available. Provides Person, Pet, Vehicle, and Package detection.

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Wyze Cam v3 Tech Specs

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Wyze Cam v3 Device Details

Color: White, with black accents

Materials:

  • Body: Polycarbonate
  • Lens: Glass + plastic

Camera Dimensions: 2.05 in x 2.01 in x 2.3 in (52 mm x 51 mm x 58.5 mm)

Camera Weight: 3.5 oz (98.8 g)

Phone Compatibility

  • Android 7.0+
  • iOS 12.0+

Sensor:

  • CMOS Starlight Sensor
  • Resolution: Full HD 1920 x 1080p
  • Field of View: 130º diagonal

Night Vision:

  • IR Lights: 4x940nm, 4x850nm
  • Day/Night Vision

Audio:

  • Mic: ECM
  • Speaker: 80db, waterproof
  • Simultaneous 2-way Talk
  • Siren

Powering methods

  • Power adapter: Indoor 5v/1A
  • Outdoor power adapter (sold separately)
  • Cable: 1.8 meter flat usb cable

LED Indicator

  • Front. Red + Blue.

Connectivity

  • 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi

Storage

  • Local Storage (microSD card required)
  • Cloud

Operating Temperature

  • -5°F – 113°F (-20°C – 45°C)

Weather Resistance

  • IP65 Weather resistant
  • Indoor/Outdoor

Certifications

FCC, IC, UC, IP65 Certified, and California Proposition 65

Languages

English

Warranty

1-Year

Before you begin setup:

  1. Download the Wyze app on your smartphone or tablet.
  2. Connect your device to a 2.4GHz WiFi network.
  3. Unpack your Wyze Cam v3 box, removing all plastic and packing materials.
  4. Plug the camera into power using the included USB cable and power adapter.
    • The camera’s status light will turn solid red when powered. When flashing, it’s ready for setup.

To set up your Wyze Cam v3:

  1. In the Wyze app, tap Home, then tap + plus sign on the top left.
  2. Tap Add Device.
  3. Tap Cameras > Wyze Cam v3.
  4. With your camera plugged into an outlet, tap Next in the app.
  5. Pull the base from your camera and single-press SETUP under the camera. It will say “Ready to connect”
  6. In the app, check the box next to “I heard, “Ready to connect”.”
  7. Tap Next.
  8. Select your 2.4GHz WiFi network and enter your network password. Tap Next.
    • Tap the icon in the password field to display the password to ensure it was entered correctly.
  9. Scan the QR code on the Wyze app.
    • Hold your camera up to your phone screen with the QR code displaying. It will say “QR code scanned please wait.” then “Setup completed.”
  10. In the app, check the box next to “I heard, “QR code scanned”.”
  11. Tap Next. You’re set up, it’s time to name your device.
  12. Name your Wyze Cam v3 using the text field, or by choosing a suggestion.
  13. Tap Finish when done.
  14. If you want to share your device, tap Share Device.
    • If not, tap Maybe later.

Additional Notes:

  • Wyze devices only work on 2.4GHz WiFi networks. If you are connected to a 5GHz network, switch to a 2.4GHz network before setting up your device.
  • Having trouble scanning your QR code? A few tips to help:
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    • Hold your camera 6-10 inches away from your phone screen.
    • Slowly move the on the screen away from the camera, then closer.
    • Tilt your phone screen slightly in case there’s a glare.
    • Turn your phone upside down.
    • If you’re on iOS, turn off “Invert Colors”.
    • Make sure the QR code isn’t distorted.
      • If you have an older device, the screen may be too small. Try a different device.
      • If your screen is cracked or scratched, the code may be distorted. Try a different device.
      • If you’re using a beta version of the Wyze app, make sure the cursor is not on the QR code

Wyze Cam v3 Mounting Guide

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How to mount your Wyze Cam v3

The Wyze Cam v3 comes with a number of different mounting options depending on your preference or specific needs.

Magnetic Mounting

Just like with the Wyze Cam v2, the v3 includes a magnet in its base that allows it to be mounted to steel or iron surfaces. To help create more opportunities for this we included a metal plate with an adhesive backing just like we did with the v2.

To use the included metal plate:

  1. Remove the backing from one side of the included adhesive pad and stick it to the back of the metal plate.
  2. Find where you’d like to have the cam mounted, and check the angle via the app to make sure it’s where you want it.
  3. Remove the remaining backing from the adhesive pad, and mount it where you want the cam.
  4. Stick the base of the cam to the metal plate and adjust its viewing angle as needed.

Screw Mounting

If you want a more secure mount, using the included screw kit can help make sure the Wyze Cam v2 has a solid connection with whatever surface you mount it to.

To use the included screw kit:

  1. Position the cam on the wall, and check its stream via the app to ensure it’s where you want it then mark the wall through the hole in the cam’s base.
  2. Drill a pilot hole, and if necessary insert the included drywall anchor.
  3. Screw in the included screw, leaving a small (3mm) gap between the head of the screw and the wall.
  4. Mount the Wyze Cam v3 by passing the screw-head through the larger section of the hole in the base, then sliding the cam down to secure it to the screw.
  5. If desired, you can snug the screw (don’t make it too tight or you risk damaging the base) to create a more snug connection.

1/4″-20 Mounting

Like with the Wyze Cam Pan and Wyze Cam Outdoor, the Wyze Cam v3 has a `1/4″-20 threaded connection that you can use to mount the cam to any standard 1/4″-20 mount.

Out of the box, the 1/4″-20 threads are actually used to hold on the base of the cam, but the screw used to attach the base can be removed with a standard Philipps or flat head screwdriver.

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