Uniden 23 User Manual
AppCam 23
User’s Manual
CUSTOMER CARE
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purchase. Our customer care specialists are available to serve you.
Quickly find answers to your questions by:
1. Reading your owner’s manual, included with this product.
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CONTENTS
CUSTOMER CARE .................................................2
PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START ............ 4
WIRELESS DEVICES OPERATING RANGE ......4
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..............4
OVERVIEW ................................................... 5
FEATURES ...............................................................5
System .................................................................5
AppCam 23 Indoor/Outdoor Camera .....6
Uniden’s AppCam App ..................................6
WHAT’S INCLUDED ..............................................7
PARTS OF THE CAMERA .....................................8
QUICK START............................................... 9
PREREQUISITES .....................................................9
STEP 1 CONNECT APPCAM TO THE
NETWORK ............................................................9
STEP 2 SET UP CAMERA ..................................9
STEP 3 INSTALL CAMERA ............................ 10
OPERATION OVERVIEW ................................... 10
SETUP AND INSTALLATION...................... 12
DETAILED SETUP PROCEDURES ................... 12
Step 1 – Connect AppCam to the
Network................................................... 12
Step 2 – Set Up Camera ............................. 13
Step 3 - Install Cameras .............................. 18
DETAILED APPCAM 23 INSTALLATION
PROCEDURES ................................................... 19
Mount the AppCam 23 Base ....................19
Attach the Camera - AppCam 23 ............ 20
USING THE APP ......................................... 21
ACCESSING YOUR CAMERAS ........................ 21
SNAPSHOT VS LIVE VIDEO SCREEN ............ 21
SNAPSHOT SCREEN OVERVIEW .................... 22
Add Another Camera .................................. 22
System Settings ............................................ 22
Update ............................................................. 23
Information..................................................... 23
System Information - Advanced
Screen Details ........................................ 24
Delete Camera Connection ..................... 26
Event List Details ..........................................26
LIVE VIDEO SCREEN OVERVIEW .................... 27
View Recorded Files .................................... 28
TURN OFF THE APP........................................... 29
MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM .................. 30
TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAMERA ................ 30
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................. 31
HOW TO IMPROVE THE WIRELESS
SIGNAL QUALITY ............................................ 31
SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 34
MICROSD CARD APPROXIMATE
RECORDING TIME ........................................... 35
FCC COMPLIANCE .................................... 35
IC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION .............. 36
CE COMPLIANCE INFORMATION ............. 37
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY .............. 37
Uniden surveillance products are not manufactured and/or sold with the intent to be used for illegal purposes.
Uniden expects consumer’s use of these products to be in compliance with all local, state and federal law. For further
information on video surveillance and audio recording legal requirements, please consult your local, state and federal
law.
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PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU START
WIRELESS DEVICES OPERATING RANGE
Ensure the signal reception viewed between the camera(s) and the WiFi router.
If necessary, reduce the distance between the camera(s) and the WiFi router to
improve overall system performance.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Damages caused by non-compliance with this operating manual will void the
warranty! We will not assume any liability for damages to items or persons
caused by improper handling or non-compliance with the safety notices! Any
warranty claim will be null and void in such cases.
• Do not drop, puncture or disassemble the camera; otherwise the warranty
will be voided.
• Never tug on the power cords. Use the plug to unplug it from the outlet.
• Do not expose the camera to high temperature or leave it in direct sunlight.
Doing so may damage the camera or cause temporary camera malfunction.
• Use the devices with care. Avoid pressing hard on the camera body.
• For your own safety, avoid using the camera or power off the camera when
there is a storm or lightning.
• Disconnect the power adapter during long periods between usage.
• Use only the accessories and power adapters supplied by the manufacturer.
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OVERVIEW
Uniden’s AppCam system works with your smartphone or wireless device to
create a powerful home security network. No PC interface is needed to view
video on your smartphone or wireless devices. Connect the camera through
your WiFi router, setup the network on your mobile device, and install the
cameras; your network is up and running. The wireless AppCam offers superior
quality video with true color. It is suitable for day or nighttime use.
The AppCam 23 camera is an indoor/outdoor camera that is weatherproof and
has an IP66 weather rating. Water can be sprayed on it and it will still work;
however, the camera cannot be submerged underwater.
Although this camera can be exposed directly to the rain, it is recommended
that, if it is used outdoors, it be mounted under some type of cover like a patio
overhang or eave. As rainwater drops start to dry on the camera glass, it can
create spots that will reflect the light from the infrared LEDs used for night
vision, thus causing lower quality video.
Also, as dust, grime, and cobwebs accumulate on the camera glass, they can
reflect light from the infrared LED and might lower video quality. Periodically
clean the lens glass with a soft cloth.
FEATURES
System
• No PC required
• Direct connection to router
• WiFi connection to router
• P2P connection
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• Records VGA up to 30fps
• Manual/motion recording to microSD (not included)
• Supports up to 32GB microSD (not included)
• High quality H.264 video
• Audio reception
AppCam 23 Indoor/Outdoor Camera
• IP66 weather-rated
• IR cut filter switch
• Compact design
• Night vision range – 25 feet
• Built-in microphone
• microSD card slot (microSD card not included)
Uniden’s AppCam App
• Multiple camera viewing and management from single app
• Remote access to recorded video
• Remote snapshot & recording control
• Event notification/email alert
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WHAT’S INCLUDED
Camera (1) Camera Stand (1) Antenna (1)
5V/1A Power Adapter (1) Internet Cable (1) Screws and Anchors
Not Shown - Ethernet
jack cap
Owner’s Manual (1)
If any items are missing or damaged, contact our Customer Care Line
immediately at 1-800-658-8068.
Never use damaged products!
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PARTS OF THE CAMERA
Power/Ethernet
Infrared
LEDs
Signal LED
(green)
Power LED
(red)
Antenna
Camera reset
button
Not shown: Ethernet and
Power jacks
Antenna
microSD card
slot
cable
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QUICK START
This section provides a basic overview on setting up your system. If you need
more specific details, refer to Setup and Installation on page 12.
PREREQUISITES
• Router security level must be a minimum of WPA/WPA2.
• Your router security level must support DHCP protocol and the DHCP option
must be turned on.
• The AppCam and your mobile device must connect to the same WiFi router
for setup.
• Available WiFi-enabled mobile device such as Android or iPhone
smartphone or tablet.
STEP 1 CONNECT APPCAM TO THE NETWORK
Power up your camera and connect it to the router. Attach the antenna to the
AppCam 23.
STEP 2 SET UP CAMERA
Download Uniden’s AppCam app (“Uniden AppCam”) and set up a new system
on your mobile device. When the camera and mobile devices are connected
and you can see video on the mobile device, set up WiFi network management.
After the camera resets, unplug it from your router. Verify that you still have
connection through your mobile device.
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STEP 3 INSTALL CAMERA
Take your camera to the location where you are considering installing it. Verify
that reception at that spot is acceptable. Attach the camera stand (if needed)
and install the camera. Attach the Ethernet jack cap.
OPERATION OVERVIEW
View Recorded Files
View Live Video Tap the image on the
View Snapshots
Start Recording
Delete Recorded Files
1. From the
2. Tap
the snapshot image.
3. Tap your selection from the list of recorded
files that now displays. The recorded video
begins playing.
Snapshot
from the three icons displayed on
screen, tap .
Snapshot
screen.
Your snapshots are named with a time stamp
and saved into the Photo gallery/Snapshot
folder on your mobile device.
From the
camera will record for 2 minutes.
1. From the
2. Tap
3. Android - Tap the pencil icon at the bottom
Live Video
from the three icons displayed
on the snapshot image. A list of recorded
videos displays.
of your list of recorded files. You can now
tap the X to select a file to delete.
iOS - Tap
the icons along the bottom of the event list.
screen, tap . The
Snapshot
screen, tap .
or
from
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Take a Snapshot
1. From the
2. The snapshot is saved on your mobile
device.
Live Video
screen, tap .
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SETUP AND INSTALLATION
Perform these procedures for each camera.
DETAILED SETUP PROCEDURES
Step 1 – Connect AppCam to the Network
You can attach the camera stand to the camera before beginning but it is
not necessary.
1. Attach the antenna to the AppCam 23.
2. Connect the camera to power (120V AC). After a few seconds, the red LED
comes on steady.
When you attached the AppCam to a network and initially power it on,
the app attempts to acquire the IP address from the DHCP server. Please
make sure your network supports the DHCP protocol and that the DHCP
option is turned on.
3. Connect the camera to the router/modem. After a
few seconds, the green LED comes on steady. Your
physical connection should look like this:
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