If you have ordered the Argus Eco or if you are interested in this camera model, and want to get some basic information about this product before putting it in use or placing the order, you may refer to the introduction below.

This article includes the following 4 parts which will help you quickly understand the use and working principle of the camera:

Part 1: Unboxing Video 

Part 2: Product Overview

Part 3: Installation 

Part 4: Initial Setup

Unboxing Video of Argus Eco

If you just receive your new camera and are not familiar with the camera, you can have a look at the  video below about unboxing, setup and installation of the camera.

Product Overview

You may find the detailed information about the structure and components of the camera here.

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  1. Status LED
  2. Built-In Mic
  3. 4 IR LEDs
  4. Lens
  5. Daylight Sensor
  6. Built-In PIR Motion Sensor

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  1. On/Off Switch 
  2. Micro SD Card Slot
  3. Speaker
  4. Reset Hole
  5. Antenna
  6. Micro USB Port
  7. Battery Status LED

Installation of Argus Eco

Mounting

You may refer to the following instructions to install the outdoor security mount for Argus Eco.

Step 1. Drill holes on the wall according to the mounting hole template, then insert the plastic anchors into the holes on the wall.

Step 2. Screw the security mount into the wall.

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Step 3. Screw the antenna to the camera.

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Step 4. Screw the camera to the security mount.

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Step 5. Loose the screw and adjust the camera to the proper direction.

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Step 6. Tighten the screw to fix the camera.

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Micro SD Card Installation

Please refer to the instructions below to install the micro SD card for the camera.

Step 1. Power off the camera by adjusting the power button manually.

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Step 2. Insert the micro SD card in the correct direction into the micro SD card slot.

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Note: Please make sure you install the micro SD card in the correct direction as the picture shown above.

Step 3. Power on the camera by adjusting the power button manually.

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Installation Tips

Reolink battery-powered cameras like the Argus Eco use PIR motion sensor to detect motions. To make the PIR motion sensor work more precisely and to reduce false alerts, you may follow the tips below to install the camera.

Tip 1: Install cameras according to their viewing field

1. The viewing angle of Reolink Argus Eco is 100° horizontally. Please make sure that the monitoring area is well within its field of view.
2. The ideal viewing distance is 2-10 meters (7ft — 33ft), within which people will be recognized. To achieve a better viewing experience, it is not advised to place the camera too far away or too high (suggested mounting height: 2-3 meters) from the designated monitoring area.

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Tip 2: Install cameras according to the detecting field of PIR motion sensor

1. The detecting distance of PIR motion sensors is 9 meters, and the detecting angle is 120˚ horizontally. Motions out of this range can’t be detected.
2. Our PIR motion sensor is more sensitive to side-to-side movement than movement heading straight toward the camera.
For example, when a person moves straight toward the camera (shown below), the PIR motion sensor will be less sensitive to the movement.

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For more  details, please refer to the articles below:

Initial Setup

You may set up the camera on your wireless network via both Reolink App and Client. To do this, please refer to the articles below.

  • On Reolink App

    • Step 1. Download the App on your phone and start the setup process.
      Step 2. Tap on the "+" icon in the top right corner to start the initial setup.
      Step 3. Scan the QR code at the back of the camera or enter the 16-digit UID number to add it.
      Step 4. Select "Wi-Fi Not configured".
      Step 5. Enter the Wi-Fi password of the selected Wi-Fi network and tap Next.
      Step 6. Use the camera to scan the QR code generated on the phone.
      Step 7. After scanning, there will be a short beep sound. The camera will try to connect to the router.
      To get more information, please check: How to Initially Set up Reolink Battery-powered Cameras via Reolink App

  • On Reolink Client

    • Step 1. Download the Client on your PC and start the setup process.
      Step 2. Tap on the "+" icon in the top left corner to start the initial setup.
      Step 3. Enter the 16-digit UID number to add the camera.
      Step 4. Select "Connect to Wi-Fi".
      Step 5. Enter the Wi-Fi password of the selected Wi-Fi network and tap Next.
      Step 6. Use the camera to scan the QR code generated on the PC.
      Step 7. After scanning, there will be a short beep sound. The camera will try to connect to the router.
      For more details, please refer to: How to Initially Set up Battery-powered Cameras via Reolink Client (New Client)