User Manual

Camera Function

  • WIFI - This should always be selected for both AP Mode and WiFi Mode
  • DV - Only for continuous recording to a Micro SD card without the App (Not required).

Power Options

  • Wireless - CubCam has a built-in battery with up to 8 hours continuous viewing in AP Mode or up to 7 days stand-by in WiFi Mode
  • Powerbank - A powerbank can be used as a backup to extend camera battery life
  • Wired - CubCam can also be used while plugged into mains power via USB cable.

 

BEFORE YOU START

Download the App

Scan QR Code to download App for either Apple iOS or Android

Register your Free Account

Follow prompts to register your account and log into the App.
Bind your email address to keep it fully secure. Check email and click the link to confirm (Check your Junk Mail folder)

 

Remove all Ads from the App

  • Tap on Mine on the bottom right of the Home screen
  • Tap About
  • Tap and hold on the blank space at the bottom for 6 seconds
  • You should now see a new button above called Advertisements
  • Turn off and confirm

 

CONNECTING THE CAMERA 

OPTION 1: Wifi via QR Code (Recommended)

IMPORTANT: If you have previously added the camera to the App, go to Settings and delete the camera from the App

  • Connect your phone to a 2.4Ghz WiFi network

  • Switch camera to ON and WIFI.
  • Press Reset on the back of the camera.
  • Tap Add Device from the App Home screen.
  • Tap Wireless Camera. Follow the prompts.
  • Confirm WiFi settings.
  • Scan QR Code. When scanning QR code, try placing your phone on a fixed surface and move only the camera.
  • Press Play to view, then rotate to view full screen

    Once connected to WiFi, there is no need for Option 2

    OPTION 2: AP Mode (Only if WiFi is not available)

    IMPORTANT: If you have previously added the camera to the App, go to Settings and delete the camera from the App

    • Open the App
    • Switch camera to ON and WIFI.
    • Press Reset on the back of the camera
    • Select camera Hotspot (@OK_XXX) under phone network settings.
    • Open the App and the camera should automatically appear.

    TIP: Use a seperate device, like an iPad as a constant CubCam monitor to keep your phone free for use

    You can also connect to WiFi Mode from AP Mode

    • First connect to AP Mode (see above)
    • Then go to the camera settings and tap WiFi Network
    • Follow prompts to connect to local 2.4Ghz Wifi.

     

    How to go back to AP Mode from WiFi Mode

    If your camera is in WiFi mode and you want to go back to AP Mode, follow these steps:

    • Go to camera Settings on the App and delete camera
    • Then press press and hold the Reset button on the back of the camera until the blue and green lights flash.
    • Choose camera hotspot from your phone Wifi settings (@OK_XXX)
    • The camera will automatically appear in the App and you are now connected to AP Mode.

     

     

    USING THE CAMERA

    General

    • Tap Play to watch live video
    • Rotate to view full screen
    • Select video definition SD, HD or SHD
    • Adjust Motion Detection settings
    • Capture screenshots or video
    • Turn sound ON or OFF
    • Set Activity Zone for precise monitoring area

     

    Battery Efficiency

    Different settings have a significant impact upon battery life.
    • Night Vision Settings - The most effective battery saving tip is to turn the night vision off. While in Live View, tap Night Vision, and select Close to turn automatic night vision off. The camera has low light detection so can still be used with a night light without the need for night vision.

     

    • Power Mode Settings - To improve battery life. Go to camera Settings, Power Mode and ensure that Power Saving Mode is selected. Make sure you use the recommend power settings for motion detection, which will be shown in green when optimised.

     

    • Motion Detection Settings - For more Motion detection settings go to Motion Detection from the Live View. Here you can select Detection periods or create your own schedule. You can turn the Motion Detection off completely to increase battery life. You can also turn Push Notifications Off to increase battery life. Tap silence from the Home Screen

     

    • Video Definition Settings - From the live video screen, you can change the video definition. Choose HD or Super HD for the clearest picture, or SD to maximise battery life.

     

    • Enhanced Wifi Setting - Another battery saving tip is to turn Enhanced Wifi OFF under Device Settings

     

    • Use CubCam Accessories - You can use a power bank to increase battery life, the CubCam power bank is compact and has a handy lanyard which can be hung over the camera. We also offer an extended 3m charging cable if you choose to have the camera plugged in. See CubCam Accessories

     

    • Use WiFi Mode - AP Mode uses the most battery power, so use WiFi Mode where possible

     

        Sharing Camera Access

        • Once you have connected the camera, you can share access to camera with another user
        • Tap Share under the camera on the App Home screen, this will generate a unique QR Code
        • Log into the App on another device and tap Add Device or the on the Home screen
        • Scan the QR code with the automatic scanner
        • Camera access will be added on new device

        Add Multiple Cameras (WiFi Mode Only)

        • You can add multiple cameras in WiFi Mode by following the steps above
        • You can view up to 4 cameras simultaneously on a split screen by tapping the View Option on the top of the Home screen.

        Cloud Storage

        • 3 day loop recording cloud storage is included for free (this is usually sufficient)
        • You can upgrade this to 15 or 30 days by going to the Cloud Storage Store in the App.

           

          TROUBLESHOOTING

          Video image upside down

          • Go to Video Management under camera settings, and choose Flip upside down
          • QR Code not scanning
          • Ensure you have removed the protective film
          • Ensure the camera lens and phone screen is clean

          Camera not connecting?

          • Make sure the switches on the back of camera are set to ON and WIFI (Not on DV)
          • Turn camera off and back on
          • Fully close and re-open the App
          • Ensure that you have the latest App version
          • Delete camera from the App and restart

          WiFi Mode (Recommended)

          • Only supports 2.4GHz WiFi
          • If WiFi signal is weak, activate Enhanced WiFi Mode
          • Make sure you have entered the correct network password

          AP Mode (Direct Link when WiFi is not available)

          • AP Mode only works if your phone is connected to the camera hotspot @OK_XXX
          • If a pop-up appears asking to use Mobile Data, choose Keep Trying WiFi.
          • If you have chosen Use Mobile Data, you need to tap Forget this Network @OK_XXX (under phone network settings) and reconnect to AP Mode

              

            INDICATOR LIGHTS

             

            FLEXIBLE BRACKET

            The flexible bracket can be used in many different ways. Here are a few options:
            Stand on a surface
             
            Wrap it around
             
            Slot it onto an edge

             

             

            VIDEO TUTORIALS
            USER MANUAL
            TIPS WHEN USING WITHOUT WIFI
            EXTEND BATTERY LIFE
            QUICK START
            TROUBLESHOOTING
            SWITCHING WIFI NETWORKS
            REMOVE ADS FROM APP