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HD WiFi Cameras: Mounting the camera

You can mount your HD WiFi camera in a secure and permanent position if desired.

Prerequisites:

  • Determine the best mounting position to get a view of the area you want. Ensure the power cable is long enough to power the camera.
  • Install the Lorex Secure app, available for Android on the Google Play Store or iOS (Apple) on the App Store.
    OR
  • Install the FLIR Secure app, available for Android on the Google Play Store or iOS (Apple) on the App Store.
  • Ensure you have connected to your DVR / NVR system or HD WiFi camera using the Lorex Secure / FLIR Secure app.
    • Click here for information on how to set up remote access to your DVR / NVR system.
    • Click here for information on how to set up remote access to your HD WiFi camera.
  • Install the camera in an area with a strong Wi-Fi signal from your Router. You can check the Wi-Fi signal using the signal indicator on your smartphone or tablet.

IMPORTANT: Keep the cables at least 3ft / 1m away from baby cribs and out of reach of children and infants. Use the included cable clips to help manage the cables.

To mount your HD WiFi camera:

  1. Use a flat-head screwdriver (recommended, not included) to remove the mounting plate on the bottom of the camera base.

    FLIR Secure Mounting

  2. Use a pencil to mark holes for the mounting screws.

    FLIR Secure marking holes

  3. Drill holes where marked using a drill. Tap the included anchors into the holes gently using a hammer. Attach the mounting plate to the wall using the included mounting screws.

    FLIR Secure drill holes

  4. Attach the camera base to the mounting plate. Make sure to push the camera base all the way to secure the camera to the mounting plate. You will hear a click noise when the camera base is securely attached to the mounting plate.


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