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Camera Overview
Outdoor Smart Camera (OSC) is designed to be used with the included DC-powered mount that allows the device to be used as an outdoor or indoor security camera. The OSC may also be used as a video doorbell that is designed for you to view and speak with the visitor at the door with a smartphone from anywhere. The built-in PIR sensor is designed to give a typical detection range of 5 meters and has 105∘degrees viewing angle to the front.Parts Overview:
- Microphone
- Lens
- LED light ring
- PIR sensor
- Camera Body
- DC camera mount
- Magnetic mount
- AC doorbell mount
Power Supply:
The OSC uses 16-24V AC power or 5V DC power as its power source.
OSC LED Guide:
Color | Behavior | Meaning |
Blue | On | Streaming to viewer(s) |
Flash every 3 seconds | OSC under Wi-Fi setup mode | |
Amber | Flash every 3 Seconds | Wi-Fi connectivity issue |
ON for 3 seconds | Finish warmup after powering on, entering normal operation | |
3 Flashes then ON for 6 seconds | OSC was reset to factory settings | |
Blue/Amber | Amber and Blue alternating Flashes every 3 seconds | OSC is scanning for QR code under Wi-Fi setup mode |
Adding the camera to your system:
A smartphone with the Abode app installed is required to perform setup. Search for the app in Google Play or Apple App Store, type “abode” in the search bar, then download the application.
- Open the Abode app and login to your account
- Power up OSC using the Corded Attachment. Wait up to 30 seconds for the device to warm up. Warm-up is complete when the LEDs turn amber for 2 seconds.
- Navigate to your devices list and select “Add device”
- Choose Outdoor Smart Camera. Follow in-app prompts to add the camera to your account. Camera LEDs will flash blue every 2 seconds during Wi-Fi setup or Alternating Amber/Blue when looking for a QR code. Once setup is successful the LEDs will turn green for 3 seconds.
- After successfully adding your OSC to your account the camera may be powered down and re-installed in desired location (doorbell or security camera) and re-powered. Video stream and recorded clips from the camera will be accessible on the Abode app Dashboard.
OSC as a Stand-Alone Device
You can use the OSC as standalone device which does not require an abode gateway or iota. A smartphone with the abode app installed is required to perform setup. Search for the app in Google Play or Apple App Store to download the application.
- Open the Abode app and create your account
- Power up OSC using the Corded Attachment. Wait up to 30 seconds for the device to warm up. Warm-up is complete when the LEDs turn amber for 2 seconds.
- Choose to setup as standalone camera or navigate to devices list and select “Add device”
- Choose Outdoor Smart Camera. Follow in-app prompts to add the camera to your account. Camera LEDs will flash blue every 2 seconds during Wi-Fi setup or alternating Amber/Blue when searching for a QR code. Once setup is successful the LEDs will turn green for 3 seconds.
After successfully adding your OSC to your account the camera may be powered down and re-installed in desired location (doorbell or security camera) and re-powered. Video stream and recorded clips from the camera will be accessible on the Abode app Dashboard.
** Please note: the OSC is not compatible with multi-chime setups **