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Chapter 2
Basic Setup
This chapter provides details on how to setup and mount the camera.
System Requirement
The Iris™ camera requires the Iris™ smart hub for operation. To use the wireless
interface on the wireless model, other wireless devices must be compliant
with the IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g or IEEE 802.11n specifications. All Wireless
stations must use compatible settings.
Front Panel
1. Lens
No physical adjustment is required or possible for the lens, but you should
ensure that the lens cover remains clean. The image quality is degraded if
the lens cover is dirty or smudged.
2. Infrared Motion Sensor
The infrared motion sensor is designed for human body detection.
3. Privacy LED
On (Green) -
The Privacy function is enabled.
Off -
The Privacy function is disabled.
Rear Panel
1. LAN port
Use a standard LAN cable to connect your Network camera to a
10/100BaseT (or faster) Ethernet router or switch.
The LAN cable should only be connected or disconnected when the
camera is powered OFF. Attaching or detaching the LAN cable while the
camera is powered on does NOT switch the interface between wired and
wireless.
The LAN cable is only used while pairing the camera to Iris™. After
pairing is complete, the LAN cable is no longer required for video data
transmission. Please visit lowes.com/iris to learn more about pairing your
camera with Iris™.
2. Power Input
Connect the supplied 12V power adapter here. Do not use other power
adapters; doing so may damage the camera.
3. External Input/Output
GPIO terminal block including 1 input port and 1 output port.
The GPIO block is NOT used by Iris™.
4. Memory Card Slot
The memory card slot is not used with the Iris service and is disabled for all
installations.
RC8221 Iris
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Camera
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OC821 Iris
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Outdoor Camera
RC8221 Iris
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Camera Set-Up Guide
Setup the Camera
Step 1: Attach the Antenna
a. Attach both antenna to the Outdoor Camera by turning it clockwise.
b. Put the antenna in the upright position to improve wireless reception.
Step 2: Connect Ethernet Cable to the Outdoor Camera
a. Plug the end of the Ethernet cable with water sealing cap into the back
of the camera.
b. Secure the water sealing cap to create a water-tight seal.
c. Plug the other end of the Ethernet cable into an available LAN port on your router
NOTE:
Using the wired Ethernet interface is required for initial camera configuration
with Iris. After configuration of the wireless network from the Iris website (optional) you
may remove the Ethernet cable and the camera will operate via wireless connection.
Step 3: Power on the Outdoor Camera
a. Plug the Power Adapter into the back of the camera
b. Secure the water sealing cap to create a water-tight seal
c. Plug the Power Adapter into a power outlet
NOTE: You may need to use an extension cable if the supplied power cable does not
reach to a power outlet.
Step 4: Connect to Iris™
Adding your Iris™ camera to an existing Iris™ system:
1. Set-up your camera as described in the steps above.
2. Log into your Iris™ dashboard at
lowes.com/iris
and click the
devices
link.
3. Select
add devices
.
4. Follow the on screen instructions. The Iris™ system will find your camera and add it
to your system.
Adding your Iris™ camera to a new Iris™ system:
1. Set-up your camera as described in the steps above.
2. Follow the installation process described in y our Iris™ quick start guide.
3. The onscreen instructions will describe the steps to add your camera. The Iris™
system will find your camera and add it to your system.
Step 5: Configure Wireless Settings (optional)
You may want the camera to operate via wireless connection, and no longer
require that it be plugged into the Ethernet Cable. Configure the wireless settings
to enable this:
a. Use the Iris dashboard at lowes.com/iris to confirm the
camera is successful paired with Iris and can stream live video.
b. Click the Devices link and select the Outdoor Camera.
c. Complete the information required for wireless settings. After completing this
step, wait 5 minutes while the camera is configured and restarts.
d. Remove the Ethernet Cable and Power Adapter and relocate the camera. Reconnect
the Power Adapter and the camera will operate via wireless connection. Please allow
5 minutes for the camera to configure and connect to your home network.
