First Alert DWIP-720 User Manual

USER’S MANUAL

Model

DWIP-720 IP CAMERA

INTRODUCTION

THANK YOU

Welcome

Thank you for choosing First Alert for your security needs!

For more than half a century, First Alert has made the home-safety and security products that make
your job easier. Our products are built to the highest standard which has earned us a leadership role
in the home-safety and security product categories. We are committed to serving our customers,
from the professionals who install our products, to the families and businesses who count on them.
First Alert has been helping families and businesses stay safe for over 50 years. By having a First
Alert Security System, you’re taking the first step in protecting your home or business from damage
or theft. We’re watching, even when you’re not.

This manual is written for the DWIP-720 HD WiFi Camera. It was accurate at the time it was completed.
However, because of our ongoing effort to constantly improve our products, additional features and functions
may have been added since that time and on-screen displays may change. We encourage you to visit our
website at www.firstalert.com to check for the latest manuals (English and Spanish), firmware updates,
downloads, other security camera products and announcements. You’ll find this product line under Home
Security >> Security Cameras >>Wireless Cameras.

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the product inside the packaging may look slightly different than the one on the package. To obtain warranty service, contact the Consumer Affairs
Division at 1-800-323-9005, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Central Standard Time.
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INTRODUCTION

KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

Main Description

A Pan, Tilt, Zoom indoor camera that features direct
IP connectivety over a Wi-Fi or wired network.

Product Features

• 1/4” CMOS Sensor with NTSC settings

• 720 High Definition resolution

• 11 Infrared LEDs

• Night Vision range of 32 feet

• 47 degree field of view

• Built in microphone

• Audio output

• Alarm output

• Motion detection

• Video capture

• Supports 802.11.B/G/N WiFi protocol

(we recommend a 802.11 N/AC wireless router for optimal performance)

• Supports up to 32GB micro SDHC

• Operates from 23ºF to 131ºF

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INTRODUCTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section DeScription page #

1

2

Introduction 2-3
Safety 5
Product Overview 6-7

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What is in the Box 6

Features and Setup 7

Program Function 8-9

Menus 8-9

Remote Viewing 10-11

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Setup 10

Smartphone Apps 11

Program Functions 12

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Motion Recording 12

Alarms 13

Program Settings 14-21

System & Video 14

Network & Alarms 15

Camera Properties 16

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Devices Settings 17

Playback 18

Playback 19

Device Log 20

Help & Notifications 21

Appendix 22-23

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Troubleshooting 22

Warranty 23

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Safety Precautions

SAFETY

CAUTION STATEMENTS

• Do not drop, puncture, or disassemble the IP Camera.

• Do not tug on the power adapter. Use the

plug to remove it from the wall.

• Do not expose the IP Camera to high temperatures.

• For your own safety, avoid using the IP Camera

when there is a storm or lightning in your area.

FCC Compliance

Safety Precautions

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for an intentional radiator, pursuant to Part 15,
subpart C of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.

Notice: Only peripherals complying with FCC limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals

not recommended by First Alert / BRK Brands, Inc. is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Changes or modications
to the product, not expressly approved by First Alert / BRK Brands, Inc., could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
We, First Alert / BRK Brands, Inc. declare under our sole responsibility that the device to which this declaration
relates: Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

• Use the IP Camera with care. Avoid pressing
hard on the IP Camera body.

• Do not use power cable if it is damaged or crushed.

FCC Certication
This device contains a radio transmitter. Accordingly, it has been certied as compliant with 47 CFR Part 15 of the
FCC Rules for intentional radiators. Products that contain a radio transmitter are labeled with an FCC ID.

Fire and Electric Shock Hazard Statement

The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle,
is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. UNPLUG

ALL POWER SOURCES BEFORE REMOVING COVER. FAILURE
TO DO SO CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE CAMERA OR ITS

COMPONENTS AS WELL AS INJURY OR DEATH

Caution!

When working with electrostatic sensitive
devices such as a Camera, make sure you
use a static-free workstation. Any elec­trostatic energy coming in contact with
the camera can damage it permanently.

.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE

Disposal

voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufcient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)

instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

EXPOSE THIS CAMERA UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

OF THE PLUG TO THE WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT

These symbols indicate that it is prohibited
to dispose of these batteries in the
household waste. Take spent batteries that
can no longer be charged to the designated
collection points in your community.

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

PACKAGE CONTENTS

What,s in the Box*

DWIP-720 IP Camera

Quick Install Guide

Wall Mount and Brackets

Installation

Software

RJ45 Ethernet Cable

Anchors and Screws

Power Supply

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Camera Components

item Function DeScription

1

Photo Sensor Detects ambient illumination level

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

FEATURES & SETUP

2

Camera Lens Lens for Camera

3

IR LED Light for Night Vision mode

4

Audio Output For connecting Speakers or Headphones

5

Run LED Status light for camera operation

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Audio Input For connecting an external microphone

7

T/F Micro SD Card Slot

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Antenna Connector Connect WiFi antenna

9

Network Socket For connecting RJ45 ethernet cable to PC or router

10

Alarm Connection Connect Alarm wires here

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Power Connect power adapter here

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Setting up the Camera

Connect Power and Network

This IP Camera and its software are designed for
Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 and Windows 8.1.
Connect the IP Camera to your router via a standard
RJ45 network cable, and plug into the power supply.
Your computer should be connected to the network,
either by wifi or RJ45 cable.
Camera will need about 45-60 seconds for initial
configuration. Please wait until the camera cycles
through a series of movements.

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Installing the Software

1. Install the software on your PC by placing the CD
into the CD-ROM.

2. Double click the software icon on your desktop.

3. Your DWIP camera ID number should be listed in
the LAN task pane in the upper right.

4. Double click the Exxxxx camera and you should
be connected to your DWIP-720 camera on a local
network.

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PROGRAM FUNCTIONS

MENUS

Menus

1. Full Screen: Brings the camera
into Full Screen.

2. Settings: Opens the settings.
dialogue windows to make various
changes to the DWIP-720.

3. Device Management: Set device
settings (WAN only).

4. Playback : Allows the recorded
files to be searched by Time/Day.
Select the “specified time” box
and enter the start/end time of
recorded video. Click Playback
to start search.

5. Change Password: Allows the
login password to be changed.

6. Log: recent log history of the
software (WAN only).

7. Help: www.firstalert.com

8. LAN: LAN set up.

9. WAN: WAN set up (registering

required).

10. Login: Login to account for
remote viewing.

11. Register: Account set up for
remote viewing.

12. Toggles PTZ Cruise Mode:
ON/OFF.

13. Optics Zoom In: No function.

14. Optics Zoom Out: No function.
Zoom In: Zoom in.

15. Zoom in:

16. Zoom out.

17. Pan/tilt Controls:

18. Capture: Takes a quick snapshot

picture of the live video.

19. Record: Starts manual recording.

20. Listen: allows to listen with the 2

way audio feature.

21. Talk: Allows the user to talk into a
pc connected microphone to the
camera.

22. Motion Detection Area: Manual
set of the area to be set for motion
detection.

23. Horizontal Pan (ON/OFF): Camera
will go into horizontal Pan Mode.

24. Vertical Pan (ON/OFF): Camera
will go into vertical Pan Mode.

25. Go to Preset Position: allows the
user to go to any preset position.

26. Set Preset Position: allows the
user to set a preset position (see
page 5 for alarm block setup).

27. Set PTZ Speed: allows the user to
set the speed of the PTZ control.

28. Vertical flip: flips the screen in the
vertical orientation.

29. Mirror: Mirrors the screen.

30. Set Up WiFi: allows the user to

set the WIFI option on the camera
(Must setup with Ethernet cable
first).

31. Alarm Log: Shows the log file of
the camera.

32. Settings: Opens the settings
dialogue window.

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www.firstalert.com

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