How to Set Up a Vivitar Smart Home Camera

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Setting Up a Vivitar Smart Home Camera

The Vivitar Smart Home Camera provides remote monitoring for added home security. Setting up the camera is easy with the Vivitar Smart Home app. Follow this guide to get your Vivitar Smart Home Camera up and running.

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Download the Vivitar Smart Home App:
    • Install the Vivitar Smart Home app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
  2. Create or Log In to Your Account:
    • Open the app and create a new account or log in to an existing one.
  3. Add a New Device:
    • Tap ‘Add Device’ in the app and select ‘Camera’ from the list of device types.
  4. Connect the Camera to Power:
    • Plug in your Vivitar camera and wait for the LED to start flashing.
  5. Follow the Setup Instructions:
    • Follow the in-app prompts to connect the camera to your WiFi network.
  6. Test the Camera:
    • Once connected, view the live feed in the app and test the camera’s functionality.

Setting up your Vivitar Smart Home Camera is quick and simple with the Vivitar Smart Home app. Follow these steps to monitor your home remotely and ensure your camera is functioning properly.

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1. Introduction

With the Vivitar smart home camera you can monitor your home remotely while you're away using your phone or tablet. This guide will show you how to prepare the camera for setup and add it to the Vivitar Smart Home Security app.

What You'll Need:

  • No extra tools or supplies are needed.
Vivitar Logo.
Setting up your Vivitar Smart Home Camera is quick and simple with the Vivitar Smart Home app.

2. Ready Vivitar Camera for Setup

  1. Insert a Micro SD memory card (Class 4 or higher, up to 32 GB) into the card slot located on the side of the camera.
Inserting Micro SD card into Vivitar Camera.
  1. Connect one end of the provided USB cable into the AC charger.
Connect power adapter.
  1. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the rear of the camera.
Connect charger to camera.
  1. Plug the camera into the wall.
Plug it in.
  1. Reset the camera:
  2. Use the provided setup tool or a paperclip to press the Reset button on the back of the camera.
Pin in the reset hole.
  1. Hold the button down until the LED indicator turns red.
Red LED.
  1. The camera will say "reset success" when complete.
  2. The LED indicator will blink blue after about one minute.
LED blue.
  1. If you wish to, you may mount the camera with the provided mounting hardware.

3. Add Vivitar Camera to App

  1. Open the Vivitar Smart Home Security app.
Vivitar Smart Home Security App.
  1. Along the bottom, select Devices.
Vivitar app with Devices selected. Screenshot.
  1. Select Add New Device.
Vivitar app with Add New Device selected. Screenshot.
  1. From here, you may add your device by either scanning a barcode or by selecting it from a list. Choose one of the methods below.
  2. Add Camera Via Barcode Scan
  3. Tap Scan Barcode.
Add new device screen with Scan Barcode selected. Screenshot.
  1. If prompted, select Allow.
Prompt: Allow Smart Home Security to take pictures and record video? Screenshot.
  1. Take a screenshot of your device's barcode which is located on the box.
Capturing the barcode with your mobile device's camera. Screenshot.
  1. If you have difficulties scanning the barcode, proceed to the next method located below.
  2. Once your device is detected, you'll be prompted to Sign in or Create account.
Register or Sign in.
  1. Your device is now added. You may now configure it within the app.
  2. Add Camera Via List
  3. Tap IP Cameras.
Select IP Camera.
  1. You'll be presented with a list of cameras. Select your specific device from the list.
Add new device List.
  1. Register or Sign in to complete the setup.
Register or Sign in.
  1. Your device is now added. You may now configure it from within the app.