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5.9.7 Resetting the Camera back to Factory Settings
Note: Do not turn off the power during the Restore function since this might corrupt the c amera’s firmware.
Ifyoueverforgetyouradminpasswordorhaveanyotherreasontoresetthecameratoitsfactorysettings,pleaseuse
the following procedure:
1.
Make sure the camera is powered up
2.
For indoor cameras insert the tip o
f
a paper clip in the hole at the side of the camera to press the reset switch. You’ll
feel t he click when the switch engages. For outdoor cameras it is easier to use the softwa re reset function in the
“Backup or Reset” menu. If hardware reset is needed, Unscrew the entire front part of the camera. It is easiest to do
it if you take the sunshield off first. The reset button is right under the Micro SD card slot
3.
Hold the switch down for at least 5 seconds, then let go. You’ll see the power light go of
f
for a few seconds. This
indicates reset is in progress.
A few seconds later the camera will restart and is now at factory setting s. Of course, after reset the user name an d
password will both be “admin” again (Without quotes). And you may nee d to set current time zone as shown below.
Setting the time and Time Zone
After a full reset you may want to make sure the correct time and time is set. This can be done automatically if the
camera has internet a ccess and the setting is enabled as shown below:
Appendix A: Wireless setup instructions without Cat5
We have received inquiry from customers with no available wired network jack t o plug the camera into for the initial
configuration. For instance, if an Airport Express is used as the only router for a network, the signal network jack is
taken by the required connection to the cable or DSL modem.