R28 Quick Start Guide

This Quick Start Guide for the R28 Battery PT Camera walks you through charging the camera, downloading the LaView app, adding the camera, installing the solar panel, mounting the camera, using Live View & more functions, and the optional Alexa setup.

For more setup instructions and video tutorials, please scan the QR code on the device's guide or visit www.laviewusa.com/pages/R28.

Overview

1. Solar Panel
2. Lens
3. LED Indicator
4. Microphone
5. PIR Sensor
6. LED Light
7. Reset Button
8. microSD card Slot
9. Antenna
10. Solar Panel Mounting Clip
11. Wall Mounting Hook
12. Speaker
13. Type-C Charging Port

Product Description

Charging

It is recommended to fully charge before use.

App Set Up

Download and Install App

• LaView App is available for both iOS and Android OS. Search the name 'LaView' in App Store or Google Play. (The other LaView apps, such as LaView Connect, LaView ONE, LaView Life do NOT support R28 camera.)
• Please download the LaView App from the App Store or Scan the QR Code below.

Add Camera

Get ready to set up

Power on the camera to get it into the ready-to-setup state.

When the camera enters the ready-to-setup state, the indicator light will flashing slowly in red and play a prompt.

Note

If the indicator light does not flashing slowly in red, press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds to reset the camera.

Option 1: QR Code Network Setup (camera scan the QR code displayed on your phone)

Click the '+' icon or 'Add Device' button on the home page (Figure 1).

Select 'Video Surveillance' > 'R28-2.4Ghz' (Figure 2).

Confirm that the Wi-Fi name and password are correct, and click "Next" to generate a QR code that carries the Wi-Fi information.

Note

The camera only support 2.4GHz Wi-Fi.

Use the camera to scan the QR code on the phone, Press "I Heard a Prompt" after the camera reads the QR code and make a sound prompt. Then the camera will start pairing.

If the pairing is not successful, press the Reset button for 5 seconds until you hear a sound prompt and start again. Or check the FAQ section for more troubleshooting steps.

Option 2: AP Mode Network Setup

Click the upper right corner to change the network configuration mode to "AP Mode" and follow the steps.

Make sure your phone is connected to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network.

Connect your phone to the camera hotspot shown on the right:

Go back and add devices.

Solar Panel Installation

STEP 1. Use screws to attach the solar panel to the solar panel mounting bracket.

STEP 2. Install it on top of the device, aligning with the arrow indicator.

STEP 3. Connect the Type-C connector to the Type-C port of the solar panel.

Note

For better waterproof performance, please remove the small Type-C silicone plug.

Mount the Camera to the Wall

STEP 1. Drill holes using the drill bit and the included wall mount bracket, then insert the anchors into the holes.

STEP 2. Firmly secure the camera onto the mounting bracket.

STEP 3. Adjust the direction of the solar panel as necessary.

Mount the Solar Panel to the Wall

STEP 1. Drill holes using the drill bit and the included wall mount bracket, then insert the anchors into the holes.

STEP 2. Firmly secure the solar panel onto the wall mounting bracket.

STEP 3. Adjust the direction of the solar panel as necessary.

Live View & Function Explanation

1. Camera Name
2. Switch Video Quality HD/SD
3. Time Stamp
4. Edit Camera Settings
5. Sound Switch
6. Zoom in
7. Full-Screen Mode
8. Screenshot: Take a screenshot and save it to gallery
9. Two-Way Audio: Press and Hold to Talk. Release to Listen
10. Record a video clip and save it to gallery
11. Fold/Unfold the function bar
12. Playback: Watch the videos saved on the Micro SD Card
13. Gallery: The folder where screenshots and videos are saved
14. Night Mode:
    • Color Mode With Spotlight: In this mode, the camera keeps the color of the image and will turn on the spotlight to capture better-quality pictures.
    • Black & White mode: In this mode, the camera will always presents black and white night vision mode.
15. Theme Color: light mode or dark mode
16. PIR: PIR sensors detect motion of live object such as human or animals
17. Siren: When you perceive danger, you can turn on the siren at any time to expel possible dangerous factors
18. Messages: Alarm notifications
19. Direction: Pan-Tilt control
20. Data Top-Up: Click to check 4G data usage or renew subscription plans

More Functions

Enter the setting interface of serial number 4.

Basic Function Settings

• Flip Screen: Flip the live view screen
• Time Watermark: Display local time
• Talk Mode: Switch to select One-Way Communication or Two-Way Talk mode.
  • a. One-Way Communication: Hold the talk button to talk
  • b. Two-Way Talk: Tap the talk button on the panel to start talk

Power Management Settings

• Battery Remaining: Check the remaining battery level
• Power Source: Check the power supply mode of the device
• Set The Low Battery Alarm Threshold: Remind you when the device battery is low

Other Functions

• Offline Notification: You will be notified if the camera is offline.
• Visit FAQ Articles: Display common problems to help you troubleshoot problems quickly
• Share Device: You can share this camera with others so that they can watch the camera as well.
• Add to Home Screen: Put this camera on the phone's home screen so that you watch it more quickly.

Alexa Set Up (Optional)

Before You Start

Link the LaView Skill

In the LaView APP, go to the camera you are setting up, and tap the 'Edit' button to enter the camera menu.

Tap the camera model number or camera name.

Edit the camera name to one that is easy to pronounce such as 'Baby Room', 'Front Door Camera', 'Living Room' etc.

Tap the Menu icon and choose 'Skills & Games' in the Alexa APP.

Search 'LaView' and choose the 'LaView' skill. (Not LaView ONE)

Tap 'ENABLE TO USE'.

Log in to your LaView APP account and tap 'Link Now'.

Tap 'Authorize'.

Tap 'Done' after the LaView APP is linked to the LaView Skill.

Tap 'DISCOVER DEVICES'.

Wait until the Alexa APP discovers the LaView camera. Check the following if Alexa repeatedly fails to discover the camera:

• Ensure the LaView camera is powered on and set up in the LaView APP.
• Ensure the Alexa device, such as Echo Show, is set up and connected.
• Ensure the camera is added to the LaView account that is linked to the LaView Skill in the Alexa APP.

You can now tell your Echo device to show the camera feed by calling 'Alexa, Show Baby Room'. You can change and update the camera name in the LaView APP camera menu. (Refer to Step 3)

Parameter

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference,
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized modifications or change to this equipment. Such modifications or change could void the urser's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

RF warning statement:

To maintain compliance with FCC's RF exposure guidelines, this equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body.

Product Warranty Card

You LaView product is by a 1-year warranty from the purchase date. For more information on repairs, exchanges, and other policies, please visit www.laviewusa.com.

Please send all inquiries through the Contact From on our website, or email us at [email protected]. And our technicians would be glad to assist you.

Telephone: +1(213)283-0888