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LifeShield HD Video Doorbell

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OVERVIEW

The HD Video Doorbell lets you see who is at your door, talk to your visitors, and stream live video to check in on your home! Push notifications will alert you when your video doorbell has detected motion or someone rings your doorbell.  The video doorbell replaces your existing doorbell button and powers through your existing doorbell wires. Add your video doorbell through the Blue by ADT app by saving your home's Wi-Fi network and then holding your phone in front of your video doorbell to scan the QR code.  Your video doorbell will scan the QR code, connect to your Wi-Fi network and add to your account so you can use the app to stream live video, listen to audio, and use two-way talk to speak with visitors. All live streams, snapshots, and recorded clips will be saved in the cloud for your access at any time from the Blue by ADT app. You can view saved media, or download clips at any time from the app. Be sure to enable Push Notifications when using the video doorbell so you can be notified any time your doorbell rings or detects motion.   


MOUNTING A VIDEO DOORBELL

First open the video doorbell packaging to identify package contents and steps needed for mounting. 
  • 1 HD Video Doorbell 
  • 1 Power bracket 
    • This will connect to your existing doorbell wiring and be the mounting bracket for the video doorbell.
  • 2 Screws and anchors 
    • Used to secure the power bracket into the doorframe or wall.
  • 1 Level 
  • 1 Power kit 
    • Only used with your existing in home chimer either Mechanical or Digital and will mount insider your chimer box.
  • 1 Power kit wires & 2 Wire connectors 
    • Used to connect Power kit to your chimer.
  • 1 Double sided tape 
    • Used to secure power kit inside your chimer box once wires are connected.

Tools required 

  • Drill 
  • Drill bits 
  • Flathead and Philips screwdriver 

Optional Tools 

  • Paper clip
    • On the back of the video doorbell is an On/Off toggle which will need to be turned on and often a paper clip is best for turning this on. 
  • Voltmeter 
    • The video doorbell required 16 - 24V AC power. 
  • Wire stripping tool
Mounting the HD Video Doorbell
  • Check the voltage of the existing doorbell wiring to ensure that the voltage is between 16-24V AC. 
  • Turn off the circuit breaker before disconnecting the existing doorbell button.
  • Uninstall your existing doorbell button.
  • Mark the mounting holes for your power bracket:
    • The provided level can be used for measuring angles to prevent unbalanced mounting.
    • Optional: Install anchors.
  • Connect existing wires to the power bracket by loosening the screw, wrapping existing wired around screws and then tightening the screws. 
    • CAUTION: Make sure power is turned OFF, before touching wires!
  • Secure the power bracket with screws to the wall/door frame.
    • Do not over tighten screws which can cause the wires to be pinched or the power bracket to be bowed. 
  • Turn on the switch on the rear side of the video doorbell. It will take about 20 seconds to turn on and the LED ring will be solid blue turning this time.
    • On the back of the video doorbell, open black weather protective seal and the On/Off toggle will be in the center. From left to right will be red reset button, On/Off toggle, and micro USB port.
    • TIP: Use a paper clip to switch toggle to ON in the UP position. 
  • Clip the video doorbell into the mounting bracket by first aligning the top of the video doorbell with the top of the mounting bracket. Next, press the video doorbell into the bottom of the mounting bracket, until you hear it clip in. 

Power Kit

The Power Kit included with the video doorbell is a small device, which supports doorbell chimes with different kinds of mechanical and digital chimes by going between the doorbell transformer and chime wiring. If you have an existing digital chimer, you must follow the steps below to setup the power kit. 
  • CAUTION: Before removing or attaching wires to your original chimer, be sure that the power is turned off at the circuit breaker box. Consult a licensed electrician if needed. 
  • Turn off the circuit breaker for the indoor chimer. 
  • Remove the cover from the indoor chimer. 
  • Loosen the “Front” and “Trans” terminal screws on the indoor chimer. 
  • Connect white wire from the Power Kit to the “Front” terminal, and the black wire to the “Trans” terminal, leaving the existing doorbell wires in place. Then, re-tighten the screws. 
  • Position the Power Kit inside your indoor chimer, away from any moving parts. Use the double-sided tape on the back of the Power Kit to fix it in place, if desired. 
  • Attach the cover back to the indoor chimer. 
  • Now you can restore power at the breaker to turn power at the doorbell back on.
     

CONNECTING A VIDEO DOORBELL

Now that your video doorbell is mounted, you need to add the video doorbell through your Blue by ADT app to connect the video doorbell to your home's Wi-Fi.  You will need your Wi-Fi network name, and password for this step. 

  • Launch the Blue by ADT App on your Android, or iOS device. 
  • On the dashboard, select the Menu icon in the top left-hand corner. 
    • Enter your 4-digit User Code, if prompted. 
  • Select Devices > select + in the top right corner > select Cameras > select HD Video Doorbell 
  • Follow the in-app instructions for setup help, doorbell naming, selecting existing chime type, saving Wi-Fi, and setting up your motion zone. 
TIP: For best performance, your video doorbell requires a strong Wi-Fi signal. Consider adding a Wi-Fi range extender if signal is poor at your door. 


CONFIGURING MOTION DETECTION

The HD Video Doorbell has custom options for off, motion, or people detection. Set motion and set a custom zone to only receive notifications when something is within that set zone. You can set people detection within a set zone to only be notified for people. You can also turn motion detection off and just receive notification when your doorbell rings. 

Motion Detection Types

  • Motion - Turn on motion zone to record and notify you when any motion occurs within your motion zone. 
    • Motion Zone and Sensitivity– customize your motion zone of where you want your doorbell camera to detect motion. 
  • People - Select people to only detect people detection.
    • Motion Zone and Sensitivity– customize your motion zone of where you want your doorbell camera to detect people. 
  • Off – Select Off to turn Off motion and people detection. 
 

FAQs 

Where do I mount the video doorbell? 
  • Your front door is the most common place to mount your video doorbell. The video doorbell dimensions are 4.96” x 1.68” x 1.39” make sure you have enough room next to your door for mounting. Video doorbell recommended placement is about 4.5ft from the ground. If you have an existing doorbell button this is the best location for your video doorbell. 

How do I find out what type of in-home chimer I have?

  • Mechanical 
    • Your doorbell is powered by wires and has a traditional chime doorbell sound when pressed. If you have a mechanical doorbell using the power kit may be optional. 
  • Digital 
    • Your doorbell is powered by wires and when pressed makes a digital doorbell chime. You can often customize the chime sound with digital doorbells. If you have a digital doorbell using the power kit is required. 
  • Wireless digital 
    • Your doorbell button is only powered by batteries and has a custom digital doorbell chime. The video doorbell will not be compatible with type of chimer. 

What is the field of view of the video doorbell?

  • Lens Field of View 170° 

What is the operating temperature on the video doorbell? 

  • Operation Temperature: -4° to 122°F 
How long are video recording saved? 
  • Any saved media will only be saved on the cloud for as long as your camera storage plan provides and then automatically be removed. You may also remove snapshots or video clips yourself through the app at anytime. Once saved media expires or is removed it is unable to be retrieved again.