Introduction to Battery Mode on Reolink Battery-powered Cameras

Reolink cameras offer flexible battery modes to balance motion detection and power consumption. This article introduces the available battery modes and explains how to configure them in the Reolink App.

Applies to: Reolink Altas series, Argus MagiCam.

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Reolink Altas Series Battery Mode Overview
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Reolink Altas Series Battery Mode Overview

Mode		Recommended Scenario	Power Consumption	Key Features
Wake on Motion	Power-Saving Mode	In cold conditions, when charging efficiency is reduced, or when the camera is at low battery level.	Low	Triggers once, then pauses briefly to avoid repeated alerts for the same event; maximizes battery life.
	Detection Priority Mode	Daily monitoring where balance between recording and power is needed.	Moderate and Recommended	Records on motion and continues for a set time after.
	AI-Powered Extended Recording Mode	When full motion events need to be captured.	High	Once triggered, the camera continuously records based on AI analysis of the scene, capturing any moving people, vehicles, or animals in the frame.
	Custom Mode	For personalized needs, including PIR trigger interval and post-recording duration.	Depends on settings	Flexible, user-defined recording strategy.
Always on	Pre-recording Mode	Critical areas where capturing footage before the trigger matters.	Heavy	Starts recording before motion is detected.
	Continuous Recording Mode	Important places requiring 24/7 no-miss recording.	Heavy	Supports continuous recording.
	Custom Mode	When long recordings are needed but power use must be controlled.	Depends on settings	User-defined continuous recording rules.

👉 In short

Limited power → Power-Saving Mode
Daily monitoring → Detection Priority Mode
Need full event → AI-Powered Extended Recording
No missing key moments → Pre-recording / Continuous Recording

Below is a setup guide via Reolink App.

Via Reolink App

Go to Camera Settings > Battery > Battery Mode.

Reolink AA-battery powered camera Working Mode Overview

Working Mode		Recommended Scenario	Power Consumption	Key Features
Battery Power	Smart Power Mode	When you need to keep the camera running for a long time, such as during outdoor shoots, or want batteries lasting longer without needing frequent replacement.	Low	Triggers once, then pauses briefly to avoid repeated alerts for the same event; maximizes battery life.
	Optimal Surveillance Mode	When all motion events need to be captured.	High	Records all detected motion to avoid missing events, with higher battery usage.
	Custom Mode	For personalized needs, including PIR trigger interval, sensitivity and post-recording duration.	Depends on settings	Flexible, user-defined recording strategy.
Wired Power	Alarm Recording Mode	When full motion events need to be captured.	High	Once triggered, the camera continuously records based on AI analysis of the scene, capturing any moving people, vehicles, or animals in the frame.
	Continuous Recording Mode	Important places requiring 24/7 no-miss recording.	Heavy	Supports continuous recording.
	Custom Mode	When long recordings are needed and power use needs to be controlled.	Depends on settings	User-defined continuous recording rules.