For data security and information protection, an encryption password would be required when accessing videos and live streaming. If an encryption password is required or it prompted an incorrect password, please check the following first:

1. If you have not changed the encryption password before:

The default password is the 6-digit capital letter device code, which is located on the white sticker of your camera or for verified terminals through which you set up the camera, you may find it in camera settings > Device information/About> Device QR Code > Verification Code:

- For models such as BC1 and HB3 kit, the default password is the 6-digit capital letter device code located at the white sticker of the base station.

- For models such as DB2 and DB2C kit, the default password is the 6-digit capital letter device code located at the white sticker of the chime.

- For models such as DB1, please remove the cover of the doorbell and scan the code with a third-party QR code scanner.

- If the camera is linked to an NVR/DVR and if it is initially set up by adding to NVR/DVR directly, the password will be the admin/login password of the NVR/DVR you created for the NVR/DVR during the initial setup.

- If this is a shared device from the main user, please get the correct encryption password under the owner's account by following the instructions above. Or you may ask the owner to share the device again and click “Authorize encryption password” as one of the permissions when sharing.

2. If you have changed the encryption password before:

- Please make sure the password you input is correct and there is no unnecessary blank space.

- If you forget the correct encryption password, you may tap Decrypt by email or SMS to retrieve it.

- Alternatively, you may reset your camera by holding the reset button and the password would be defaulted to the original device verification code. However, please be aware that even though the password can be reset to the original device code, you will still need the old encryption password that you previously set in order to access recordings saved with the old encryption password.

Please note that sharing can be done in two different ways:

1. Using the Same Login Credentials: You can view the same device using the same login credentials. This means that if you provide your friend or family member with your email address or phone number associated with your EZVIZ account, along with the password, they can access the same device on that account simultaneously.

2. Sharing Your Device with Friends: This method allows you to grant friends and family the privilege to view your device without them owning it. You can achieve this using the EZVIZ App by following these steps:

    - Step 1: Log in to your EZVIZ account, and tap the profile icon on the top left.

    - Step 2: Tap "Family & Guests".

    - Step 3: Tap "Add Sharing". 

    - Step 4: Enter the email address or phone number registered with the EZVIZ account that you would like to share with, ensuring that the region of the guest account is the same as the owner account, then tap "Continue".

    - Step 5: Select the devices you wish to share, and you can edit the permissions by tapping on the device. (Note: Please remember to select “Authorize encryption password” at the bottom; otherwise, the shared account may request the encryption password to view the device.)

    Once the guest account accepts the invitation, the devices will be successfully shared.

1. Make sure your camera is online and it has a stable and strong internet connection. Poor or intermittent connectivity can prevent recordings from being uploaded to the cloud and we do suggest an average upload speed of 2 Mbps or better.

2. Make sure that your camera is not in Super Power Saving mode/Sleep mode/Privacy mode if your camera supports one of these features.

3. Ensure that your CloudPlay plan is active and in use. You can check the status of the service by going to camera Settings>CloudPlay. When the status is "Service paused", please check if the Recording button on the CloudPlay page is enabled. In order to check this, you will need to tap the three-dot-like icon in the top right corner of the CloudPlay page> Recording Setting.

4. If all the above settings are normal, please perform a test from your side to check whether the camera can be triggered normally or not. You may enable the Alarm Notification feature in camera Settings>Alarm Notification, then wave your hands in front of the camera lens until you can receive an alarm notification.

5. If you cannot receive an alarm notification when you perform the test, please reset your camera by pressing and holding the Reset button for a few seconds and reconfiguring it. This may help to resolve any problems.

If you see "Unable to join network EZVIZ_SN" (the SN of your EZVIZ camera) or if you cannot connect to the Device AP during network configuration, we suggest you reset your camera by pressing the reset button for 4-5 seconds and restart the setup procedure.

Before doing so, please make sure that

1. Make sure that you have turned off the cellular data on your phone.

2. Make sure your device is in configuration mode. You can easily tell if the camera is ready by checking if the indicator light flashes blue quickly.

3. When configuring the network, make sure that your EZVIZ device is close to your Wi-Fi router. We recommend that you keep the distance less than 1.5 meters.

If the problem persists, please try the following method:

1. If you are using iPhone 15 Pro or Pro Max, please try with a different phone model;

2. Please check if you can find a Wi-Fi starting with EZVIZ_XXXXXX (the SN of your EZVIZ camera) in the Wi-Fi list of your phone;

3. If yes, please check if you can connect it manually. The password for the device Wi-Fi should be "EZVIZ_verification code" (a 6-digit capital letter code that you can find on the device label);

4. After the connection, go back to the EZVIZ app to complete the network configuration.

Please follow the steps below:

Step 1: Log in to your EZVIZ account, tap the profile icon on the top left.

Step 2: Tap Family & Guests.

Step 3: Check the shared devices to see devices that you share with other EZVIZ accounts and the accepted devices are those that you receive from other EZVIZ accounts.

Please follow the steps below:

1. From the Home page, tap the three-dot icon next to your camera name to enter the "Device Setup/Settings" page. 

2. Tap "CloudPlay". 

3. Tap the three-dot icon in the upper right corner.

4. Tap "Payment Method". 

5. Tap the pencil-like icon. 

6. Update your billing information and tap "Save" at the bottom. 

7. If you are prompted with "Save successful", it means the information was updated successfully.

To better assist you, please provide the following information by contacting EZVIZ at rma.glb@ezviz.com:

1. the 9-digit SN of your EZVIZ camera

2. the email address you used to subscribe to CloudPlay

3. the payment for which you are requesting an invoice

4. if the invoice is requested for your company, please provide us with the company information as well.

Please note that if your CloudPlay service is still in the free trial period, you will need to contact us with the above information when you actually pay for the subscription after the free trial period ends.

If your camera goes offline frequently, below are some troubleshooting steps to resolve the issue for you:

Step 1: Ensure both the firmware and EZVIZ app are running on the latest version.

Step 2: Ensure that your Wi-Fi network signal is good. You can check the signal by connecting your phone to the same WiFi your camera connects to, entering More page > Settings > Device Network Tools > Check WiFi signal.

Step 3: If not good, you can try to move the camera closer to your router, avoid obstacles and interference such as wall, elevator, microwave, washing machines, and Bluetooth devices. 

Step 4: If your WiFi router has an adjustable antenna, try pointing it in various directions.

Step 5: Try to change the Wi-Fi channel to a less crowded one.

Step 6: If possible, disconnect some devices you seldom use from your router.

Step 7: If your camera supports Ethernet cable, you can also try to connect it using a cable.

Step 8: If you have two EZVIZ devices and the other one is working fine, you can also try to switch the locations to further determine the issue.

Overview about AI detection features on EZVIZ products

EZVIZ engages responsibly and actively in building a safer, better IoT space. 

While developing and applying new technologies to enhance product performance and elevate user experience, EZVIZ continues improving and progressing beyond its requirements for safety and reliability.

Some EZVIZ security cameras and video doorbells are embedded with local AI chips to provide locally processed, secure and smart detection capabilities. The embedded AI chip operates fully locally on the hardware instead of in the cloud, which enables users to control and manage the operation of AI to the greatest extent.

Here is a quick guide to help users understand the AI Features in EZVIZ products and how users can control and manage these Features.

The AI Features in EZVIZ products

Currently, the AI features in EZVIZ products are used for detection, which include Human Shape Detection, Vehicle Shape Detection, Pet Detection, Abnormal Sound Sensing (sudden noise level change), and Waving-hand Recognition & Control.

Human Shape Detection: The local AI chip will help the camera detect human-shape-alike objects in its viewing angle, which may be a moving rectangular object within a height of 1.5 to 2 meters that is no further than 10 to 15 meters away from the camera.

Vehicle Shape Detection: The local AI chip will help the camera detect car-like moving objects that match general car sizes and shapes, at a distance of no further than 15 meters away from the camera.

Pet Detection: The local AI chip will help the camera detect pet-like moving objects in its viewing angle at a distance of 3 to 5 meters (Currently this feature mainly works for cats and dogs).

Waving-hand Recognition & Control: The local AI chip will help the camera detect the waving hands in front of the camera, at a distance of 3 to 5 meters. Once the detection happens successfully, the device will automatically initiate a video call to the user’s EZVIZ App (It may be phrased as Gesture Detection in your EZVIZ App on different product pages, but currently this feature only detects a waving hand instead of any other hand gestures).

Abnormal Sound Sensing: The local AI chip will help the camera to detect special sound activities around it by using the built-in microphone. Such capability may include the detections of cat meowing/dog barking, baby crying sounds, and sudden loud noises (It may be phrased as Loud Noise Detection in your EZVIZ App on different product pages).

*NOTE:

The above algorithms are common and only used locally. During the operation of these algorithms, it does not involve the collection or processing of specific data such as facial features, physical characteristics, object colors/detailed features, verbal content, etc., nor does it involve the transmission, storage or processing of any original data in the cloud. Meanwhile, although the EZVIZ products that use these algorithms are produced by us, EZVIZ will NEVER participate in the processing of data resulting from the running of the algorithm, unless it is specifically agreed by the user and is necessary to provide the service specified by the user.

Controls over Your AI Features

Users can always choose to enable or disable AI detection features via the EZVIZ App for each applicable device model. Moreover, users have options to adjust the detection sensibility and customize detection zones based on their needs. For some outdoor camera and doorbell models, users can further set up no-filming privacy zones to avoid unnecessary or inappropriate motion detection/triggered video recording.

Products Models with AI Features

*Please note that this device model list is subject to changes as EZVIZ’s product range and supported services update or change in the future.

Please check the following settings below:

1) Check the frequency band on your router to ensure that it allows 2.4 GHz network mode transmission if your device supports 2.4 GHz only..

2) Ensure that your mobile phone is on the WiFi and ensure that the WiFi network is active and functional

3) Check the network condition:

    •Make sure your network has no firewall and no other limit.

    •Ensure the router can distribute IP address to your device or disable the static IP setting (DHCP is enabled by default on all EZVIZ devices).

4) Reset your camera; ensure that your device is in ready mode or Wi-Fi configuration mode > then use the EZVIZ mobile app for device Wi-Fi configuration.