Whether you’re a tech-savvy guru or a complete novice, our comprehensive guide will take you through everything from connecting your Dzees camera to Wi-Fi and sharing access with family members, to setting up recording and detection features with ease.
We’ll even dive into the Dzees interface and address common issues you may encounter along the way.
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How To Connect Dzees Camera To Wifi?
1. Before connecting to DZEES, please make sure to download the Dzees app, then create an account and sign in.
2. To turn on the Dzees camera, press and hold the power button for 3 seconds. You’ll hear a voice prompt when the camera starts up.
3. Tap on Add camera now or the + icon in the top right corner to link the DZEES camera. Then, click on I heard the sound or saw the light on followed by Next Step.
AP mode connection
4. The Dzees APP will search for nearby Dzees cameras. Click on the camera that’s detected. If the camera isn’t found, make sure your camera is turned on and emitting the “Ding dong ding dong” sound.
💡 The Dzees camera emits a “Ding dong ding dong” sound when it’s in waiting-for-connection mode. If your camera isn’t making this sound, press the power button twice to put it into connection waiting mode. (Sometimes, if you double-click the power button too quickly, it may not respond, so you might need to try a few times.)
💡 If your DZEES camera is turned on and making the “Ding dong ding dong” sound, but the APP can’t find it, then your camera may not support AP mode. In this case, please use the QR code mode connection.
5. Confirm your Wi-Fi name and enter your password. Click Next step. Please note that the Dzees camera only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, double-check your Wi-Fi and password, then click Confirm.
6. Click Join, and then wait for the Dzees camera to connect to Wi-Fi, which takes about 1-2 minutes.
If you clicked Cancel, it will switch to the QR code connection mode. You can use the QR code connection or exit and start over.
7. After successfully connecting the Dzees camera, set a name for it and then click Next Step. The Dzees app will test the Wi-Fi signal at the camera’s current location. If the signal appears weak, it’s recommended to enhance the Wi-Fi signal or change the location.
Choose the camera’s operating mode. You can change it at any time or click Skip.
8. If it’s your first time using the Dzees camera, Dzees offers a one-month free subscription. You can choose to claim it or close the offer. Now you’re all set to start using your Dzees camera.
QR code connection
4. If you’re connecting the Dzees camera for the first time, you’ll hear a “Ding dong ding dong” sound. Tap on I heard a beeping sound.
💡 The Dzees camera emits a “Ding dong ding dong” sound when it’s in waiting-for-connection mode. If your camera isn’t making this sound, press the power button twice to put it into connection waiting mode. (Sometimes, if you double-click the power button too quickly, it may not respond, so you might need to try a few times.)
5. Choose Connect via Wi-Fi (the Dzees camera only supports Wi-Fi connection), then confirm your Wi-Fi name and enter the password. Click Next Step. Please note that the Dzees camera only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. Double-check your Wi-Fi and password, then click Confirm.
6. Display the shown QR code to the Dzees camera for scanning, keeping a distance of 6-12 inches. The camera will emit a voice prompt when it successfully scans the QR code. Wait for the camera to connect to your Wi-Fi, which takes approximately 1-2 minutes. After successfully connecting, the app will automatically proceed to the next step.
💡 (If the camera fails to connect to Wi-Fi after 3 minutes, please refer to the Dzees troubleshooting guide.)
7. After successfully connecting the Dzees camera, set a name for it and then click Next Step. The Dzees app will test the Wi-Fi signal at the camera’s current location. If the signal appears weak, it’s recommended to enhance the Wi-Fi signal or change the location.
Choose the camera’s operating mode. You can change it at any time or click Skip.
8. If it’s your first time using the Dzees camera, Dzees offers a one-month free subscription. You can choose to claim it or close the offer. Now you’re all set to start using your Dzees camera.
Sharing a camera allows multiple people to use the Dzees Camera at the same time.
1. Click on the “Share ” icon and a QR code will appear in the Device sharing options. Save this QR code and share it with your family or friends.
2. Invitees need to download the Dzees App and sign in, then open the + in the top right corner, select Add Friend’s Device and scan the shared QR code to add the camera.
Motion detection settings
Dzees cameras are enabled by default for motion detection and alarm notifications. If you need to change the settings, you can do so in the Motion Detection and Notification Setting screen.
In Motion Detection, you can adjust the detection sensitivity and recording time.
- Detection Sensitivity: high, medium and low
- Duration: The duration of the recording from detection to motion, can be set to 10, 15 or 20 seconds
- Cool Down Time: Set the detection cool down time so that no further notifications are sent for one minute after a motion is detected.
- Sleep: After start-up, the camera will go into low power mode and will not perform any operations.
- Schedule Sleep: Timed start of Sleep
View alarm notifications
Click on the Library or “” icons to view alarm messages and click on a message to view a video. Dzees cameras offer free cloud storage and recorded videos will be deleted after 7 days. If you have an important video, you can click “Download” to save it to your phone.
Local recording settings
To use local recording, you need to insert a memory card, which will only display SD Card Video when inserted.
Dzees cameras only support alarm recording, you cannot set up continuous recording. The recording settings are in Motion Detection.
Click on SD Card Video to view the video stored on the memory card. The grey colour indicates that video time is available. If you have just inserted a memory card, you will need to wait until motion is detected before you can view the video.
Night vision settings
You can set the night vision function in Lighting Setting to improve the camera’s performance in dark environments.
(White light mode is only available for Dzees cameras that support white light or colour night vision.)
- Indicator Light: The Indicator Light, once enabled, will be on while the camera is working.
- Flashlight Alarm: When activated, a white light will flash when motion is detected.
- Night Vision Mode:
- Infrared mode: When the infrared light is activated during night vision, the video will be in black and white.
- White light mode: Activates the white light during night vision and the video is in colour. The spotlight will remain on when motion or live view is detected.
- Light Sensitivity Level: After Night Vision is on, the camera will support night viewing to improve its performance in dim conditions.
View multiple Dzees cameras at the same time
By clicking on the ‘‘ icon, you can watch multiple Dzees cameras at the same time.
How To Reset Dzees camera?
When you want to sell your Dzzes camera or if the camera is faulty, you can try resetting your Dzzes camera. Resetting the camera will return it to factory settings and you will need to reconnect the Dzzes camera.
- Locate the reset button on your Dzzes camcorder, which is usually found next to the memory card, you can check Product Parts.
- Press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds, then the Dzzes camera will switch off and return to factory settings
- Reconnect the camera
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