1080p Indoor Wi-Fi Camera (ADC-V516)

Overviews

• 1080p Indoor Wi-Fi Camera (ADC-V516) OverviewThe ADC-V516 is our entry-level indoor Wi-Fi camera, delivering sharp 1080p HDR video and support for all the Alarm.com video essentials your customers know and trust.

Data sheets

• 1080p Indoor Wi-Fi Camera (ADC-V516) - Data Sheet

Installation guides

• Bluetooth Mode Installation guideBluetooth® (BLE) mode allows for devices to be added to a secure home wireless network by connecting to the device from a mobile device (e.g., phone) using Bluetooth and selecting the desired network. The capability offers support for saved networks and the installation wizard includes active error handling. This capability also makes it easier to troubleshoot cameras that fall offline by providing a quick way to reconnect.

User guides

• Factory reset an ADC-V516 to its default settings

• Configure a Video Analytics ruleAlarm.com Video Analytics continuously scans a property and sends a notification when a person, vehicle, or animal is identified. Advanced detection rules enhance perimeter security by sending alerts when someone is coming or going, or even loiterin

How-to troubleshooting guides

Frequently asked questions

• What do the LEDs on the ADC-V516 mean?

Videos

Training

General information

• Adjust how long to request clip uploads during an alarmVideo devices can be configured to upload back-to-back clips during an alarm for 1 to 15 minutes using the website.
• Adjust saved video resolution, image quality, or frame rateVideo settings can be customized for each camera and video device.
• Adjust the live image quality of a cameraLive video image quality can be changed to improve either motion clarity. Increasing the video image quality improves the fine details in the picture — decreasing the video image quality reduces the amount of bandwidth the video device needs.
• Alarm.com video ports and protocols requirements
• Can I splice the camera power cable?
• Can a video device use both an Onboard (SD card) and SVR recording schedule simultaneously?Yes. A video device can record continuously to an Onboard recording schedule and SVR recording schedule at the same time.
• Change the Wi-Fi network settings of a video deviceYou can change a video device's network information manually using the Customer website as long as the device has power and is still connected to an active network.
• Change the video alert format
• Create/edit a camera group
• High Dynamic Range (HDR) for video devicesCameras equipped with High Dynamic Range (HDR) can show more detail in the dark shadows and bright highlights of an image. HDR is especially useful for capturing clear video in areas with harsh lighting conditions (e.g., a camera on a covered porch, under an awning, facing a bright light source, etc.).
• How much Onboard Recording footage can be stored on a microSD card?
• How often does Alarm.com check the connectivity of the video cameras?Video camera connectivity is verified every 8 hours.
• How well can Alarm.com cameras see in the dark? (night vision, infrared)
• Onboard Recording (SD card) with Smart View for video devices
• Perform an Internet speed testAn Internet speed test can help determine if a network has the bandwidth required to support Alarm.com video devices.
• Reconnect a camera to a wireless network if the router, equipment, or Wi-Fi settings change
• Request the wireless signal strength of a video deviceVideo device wireless signal strength can be checked remotely for devices on the customer account at any time using the Customer app or Customer website, or during installation for supported devices using the Customer app. It is generally recommended for video devices to have at least 66% wireless signal strength.
• Two-Way Audio Installation and User GuideTwo-Way Audio lets users talk and listen remotely through compatible video devices and hear recorded audio in saved clips. It works in the Customer app, Customer website, and on some supported panels when live video streaming is enabled. Supported cameras use either Half-Duplex audio, which requires pressing and holding to talk, or Full-Duplex audio, which allows simultaneous speaking and listening.
• View continuously recorded video using Smart ViewStream footage is recorded using a Stream Video Recorder (SVR) or an Onboard Recording rule at any time using Smart View. Playback of continuously recorded video is available using the Customer website or Customer app. This article details how to view, navigate and download clips from the Smart View timeline.
• What are the internet service and bandwidth requirements for Alarm.com video devices?The upload speed bandwidth requirements for Alarm.com video devices. The network requirements can vary based on the model or camera type.
• What internet browser software is needed to use Alarm.com video devices?The Alarm.com Customer website supports most popular desktop and laptop browsers, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Safari version 10.1 or later, and Mozilla Firefox.
• What is WebRTC end-to-end video streaming?WebRTC is one type of technology that Alarm.com uses to establish a connection between a camera and a customer device. It is supported by all major browsers and is widely used in real-time communication applications, including Google Meet and Microsoft Teams.
• What is the difference between Half-Duplex and Full-Duplex audio?♦ Half-Duplex audio allows only one communication channel to be used at a time, similar to a walkie-talkie or traditional two-way radio. These devices require the user to manually enable and disable the camera's microphone and speaker. ♦ Full-Duplex audio allows both communication channels to speak and listen simultaneously, similar to a telephone call. These devices require the user to tap or click the microphone icon once to toggle on microphone and speaker functionality during a stream.
• When does live or saved video contain audio?
• Which wireless protocols do Alarm.com video devices support?