Introduction

The IEGeek Wireless Security Camera ZS-GX2S is a premium outdoor security camera with features like 1080p HD video, night vision, PIR motion detection, and weatherproof durability. We will learn more about it in this article. Find out how its sophisticated features and simple installation improve home security. The estimated price range is $56.99.

Packing List

Detailed Specifications

1080p Full HD resolution
355° horizontal & 90° vertical rotation
30x optical zoom
IP66 weatherproof rating
Night vision up to 100ft
Motion detection and alerts
H.265 video compression
Supports up to 128GB SD card
2.4GHz & 5GHz dual-band Wi-Fi
ONVIF protocol support

Product Introduction

Camera Keys and Operations

Camera Keys	Operations
Power key	Press and hold for 5s for power on/power off the camera
Power key	Quick press 1s to wake up the camera from standby mode
Reset key	Press and hold for 5s to reset or restore to factory settings
Reset key	Quick press 1 second to enter AP distribution network mode

Condition	Meaning
Slow flickering Red	Awaiting Wi-Fi connection and start adding devices
Fast flickering Red	Wi-Fi connecting
Solid on Red	Network is abnormal
Solid on Blue	Wi-Fi connected successfully, the camera running normally
Slow flickering Blue	AP mode

Description

With the IEGeek Wireless Security Camera ZS-GX2S, you can monitor your property in remarkable detail thanks to its 30x optical zoom lens and 1080p Full HD video quality. With its 355° horizontal and 90° vertical rotating range, the camera can fully cover the area you want it to. The IP66 weatherproof rating guarantees dependable performance in a range of outdoor environments, and the night vision feature allows for seeing as far as 100 feet in complete darkness. In addition, this camera has motion detection, notifications, and compatibility with a 128GB SD card for local storage. This camera has dual-band Wi-Fi 2.4GHz and 5GHz that allow for smooth connectivity and effective H.265 video compression.

APP Installation and Account Registration

Download 'CloudEdge' APP

Method 1: Download 'CloudEdge' APP from APP Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android);
Method 2: Scan 'CloudEdge' APP QR code to download it.

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Tips: Please turn on the 2 permissions below while using this APP for the first time.

Allow 'CloudEdge' APP to access mobile cellular data and wireless LAN, or it will fail to add IP camera.
Allow 'CloudEdge' APP to receive push messages, or the phone will not receive alarm notifications when motion detection or audible alarm is triggered.

Register Account

New users need to register by email. The concrete steps are as follows:

Click "Register";
Follow the steps to complete the registration of the account;
Log in.

Note:

When registering a new account, please choose the region which you are actually in. (Different registered regions can't share the camera.)
Please choose to register by e-mail.

How to Add Camera to APP

Install Micro SD Card

Please insert a Micro SD card to record videos when motion is detected and for playback. (Micro SD card is not included; the camera supports up to 128GB Micro SD card)

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Note: Please insert the Micro SD card before powering on, otherwise, the SD card cannot be detected.

Power on Camera

Press and hold the power button for 5 seconds to turn on the camera. If it can't be powered on, please plug in a DC 5V 2A power adapter to charge the camera for 15 minutes first. The indicator with a red light blinking slowly means the camera has started successfully.

Note: DC 5V 2A power adapter is not included in the packing list.

Connect the Camera

Note:

Put the camera and smartphone 1 to 3 feet (30 to 100 cm) away from the router to set up Wi-Fi.
The camera only supports 2.4GHz Wi-Fi; it doesn't support 5GHz Wi-Fi.

Wi-Fi Connection Steps

Before connecting the camera, please press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds to reset or restore factory settings. When you hear the sound of "Boogu", that mean resetting successfully.
Run the CloudEdge App, click "+", and select "Battery Camera". According to the guide on the APP, please ensure the camera is activated. (The LED indicator light is turning red and flickering slowly)
After entering the 'Add Battery Camera' interface, click 'Next'. When entering the next interface, click 'Next' again.
Select the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi SSID and input the Wi-Fi password, then click 'OK'.
After entering the operation interface above, please click "Next" and you will see the "Scan QR Code" interface.
Put the QR code in front of the camera lens about 15cm away. The device lens is aimed at the QR code on the phone screen with a distance of 15cm. After the device recognizes the QR code, the camera will make a sound 'Boogu'. After hearing it, please click 'Next'.
The camera will start connecting to the network. After the connection is finished, it will skip to the 'Device Found' page, where you can edit the camera name and click 'Done'. Then, go to your device list and start viewing videos.

Function Introduction

APP Interface Introduction

Function Introduction

No.	Function
1	Choose the device display interface
2	Add a camera & Multi-screen viewing
3	Camera time
4	Live view button
5	Camera type icon
6	Camera name
7	Alarm information icon (red dot indicates alarm occurred. Click it to view alarm screenshot or video)
8	Cloud storage (7 days cloud storage service for free)
9	My device list
10	Messages (Alarm messages & System messages)
11	Personal homepage
12	Camera settings options, such as SD card, alarm setting, etc.
13	Battery capacity
14	Sound option (Speaker)
15	SD, HD option
16	Full screen option
17	Bit rate
18	Network signal strength
19	Preview option
20	Playback option
21	Related to cloud storage
22	Screenshot button
23	Intercom option; long press it to talk
24	Record button
25	Motion Detection option, it's on by default (green means activated)
26	Alarm video, click it to play/pause
27	Electronic amplification
28	Calendar option, click it to select the date
29	Screenshot options
30	Recording options
31	Alarm point, view all mobile alarm recordings
32	Red vertical line means alarm video

Receive Notifications: Open it to receive the notifications.
Device Share: Share the camera with users who are registered in the same region.
Device Information: Check to view 'Network Name', 'Signal Strength', 'Virtual ID', 'IP', 'Mac Address', and 'Timezone'.
Installation Guide: Choose a proper place to install the camera which has a high Wi-Fi signal strength.
Basic Function:
1. Network Indicator: On/off
2. Speaker Volume: 0-100 for you to choose
3. Rotate View: Open it and the picture will be rotated 180°
4. Night Vision: Choose the night vision mode (Automatic/On/Off)
5. Power Management: Display remaining battery capacity information and estimated time available.
Power Saving Setting: Setting the shooting interval and maximum shooting time.
Motion Detection: 'Motion Detection' on/off, 'Detection sensitivity adjustment' (Level 1-10), 'Alarm Interval' (set alarm interval 2/5/10 minutes), 'Alarm only when people appear' on/off, 'Alert Plan' (set the alarm time).
Recording Management: Setting recording time (20 seconds/40 seconds/1 minute); Display the total capacity and remaining capacity of the SD card; support one-click format SD card in the CloudEdge app.
Cloud Storage Server: Free 7-day cloud storage experience.
Device Version: Check the current and the newest version, and support one-click upgrade.
Device Share: Share your cameras with other users.
Album: View pictures and videos from recording and screenshots manually; delete pictures and videos in batches.
FAQ: Common problems and solutions.
Online Help: Online technical support.
Setting:
- In-APP Alert Sound: On/off
- Clear Cache: Clear the cache in the APP
- Deactivate Account: Permanently disable the account
- App Version: The current APP version.

P2P User Sharing

Please sign up for a new account on your friend's phone (the same steps as you created your account, please choose the same country).
Access your APP 'Me', click 'Device Share' to choose the camera which you want to share, click 'Add' then scan or input your friend's account to add their account.
Accept the friend request on your friend's phone, you can see it from 'Messages - System Messages' on your friend's phone.
Refresh the APP's interface on your friend's phone to view the camera.
Access your friend's phone camera setting to open 'Receive Notifications'.

Note: When you have a sharing, please make sure the APP account is registered in the same region. Otherwise, you won't share successfully.

Alert Settings

PIR 'Motion Detection' is on by default and the default sensitivity is 'Level 8-10', but it is adjustable.

Alert settings steps: 'My Device' -> 'Device Settings'

Tips: The detecting distance is 8-13 meters (Level 8-10).

Sensitivity	Detecting Distance (For moving objects)
Level 1-3 (Low)	Up to 4-5 meters
Level 4-7 (Med)	Up to 5-8 meters
Level 8-10 (High)	Up to 8-13 meters

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Note:

It is recommended that you set the alarm sensitivity to level 8-10 if having missed or delayed alarms frequently.
It is advised that you set the alarm sensitivity to level 1-3 if having false alarms frequently.
It is recommended that you adjust the sensitivity to a lower level. Alarm sensitivity and detecting distance from high levels are too far and can trigger false alarms. In winter, it easily causes false alarms because of the larger temperature range. Also, PIR alarms can be interfered with by weather and temperature.
It is recommended that you adjust the sensitivity to a higher level. In summer, it causes missed or delayed alarms because of the smaller temperature range.

Alarm Push Notification and Playback

Wireless cameras with PIR sensors are not designed for 7X24 all-day recording but aim at pushing alarm message notifications to the app and recording videos to a Micro SD card or capturing a screenshot to Alicloud (need to pay) when the PIR sensor detects human body motion events. You can playback the motion videos wherever you are via the CloudEdge APP.

When PIR is triggered, camera and system actions:

Alarm Sound in APP (Please turn on permission for CloudEdge APP notifications in mobile settings and turn the mobile volume on)
Alarm Message Notification (Please enable CloudEdge APP notifications in mobile settings)
Alarm snapshot and video will be recorded on a Micro SD card (Please insert micro SD card) or Alicloud (need to pay).

Setup Guide of IEGeek Wireless Security Camera ZS-GX2S

Install the camera mounting bracket at the desired location.
Connect the camera to a power source.
Download and install the IEGeek app on your smartphone or tablet.
Connect the camera to your Wi-Fi network using the app.
Adjust the camera angle and zoom level to your preference.

Battery Management

The camera has built-in rechargeable batteries, which can be used for 4-6 months (waking up about 1500 times) in theory, assuming the camera wakes up 10 times per day and watches 10 minutes of video. (Note: The life of the battery depends on the times the camera wakes up. The more times it wakes up, the faster the battery capacity is consumed.)
If the battery capacity is less than 20%, the app will send an alarm message to remind you to charge it in time.
You can charge the camera with a DC 5V 2A power adapter.
If your battery capacity is consumed too fast, it is probably because the camera is woken up too frequently. It is recommended to lower the 'Motion Detection' sensitivity or turn it off occasionally.

Camera Installation

You can put it on any flat place: Table, Chair, Floor, etc.

How to Install with Wall Mount

Fix the bracket to the wall with screws and wall anchors by using a drill or a screwdriver, and then rotate the camera into the bracket. You can adjust the angle of the camera by loosening and tightening the rotary knob on the bracket.

Tips:

Please make sure the wall or surface where you want to install the camera is flat. For easier installation, it is suggested to use a drill. Concrete walls may not be suitable for the installation.
When installing the camera, it's not suggested to make the PIR sensor vertically face the moving object, otherwise, it may not detect the motion events. It is suggested to make the angle between the PIR sensor and the detected object larger than 10 degrees

How to Reduce False Alarms

To reduce false alarms, please note that:

Do not install the camera in a position facing any objects with bright lights, including sunshine, bright lamp lights, etc.
Do not place the camera too close to a place where there are frequently moving vehicles. Based on numerous tests, the recommended distance between the camera and vehicles is 15 meters (55 ft).
Stay away from the outlets, including air conditioner vents, humidifier outlets, the heat transfer vents of the projectors, etc.
Do not let the camera face the mirror.
Keep the camera at least 1 meter away from any wireless devices to avoid wireless interference, including Wi-Fi routers and phones.

Troubleshooting

No.	Description	Solution and Operation
1	Unable to connect	1. Check your Wi-Fi name and password<br>2. Ensure your Wi-Fi is 2.4GHz, not 5GHz.<br>3. Ensure your camera and phone are close to the router (30-100cm)
2	Reset succeed or not	1. Press and hold the reset button for 5 seconds<br>2. Hear "boogu" sound<br>3. Red light turns to slow blinking
3	Change to a new network	1. Press reset key to factory default setting<br>2. Re-connection
4	Alarm picture without people	1. The camera takes time to wake up (about 4s)<br>2. People move too fast.<br>3. Some objects around 36°C are moving in the picture
5	No alarm push	Enable CloudEdge APP notification in mobile setting
6	No alarm video record	Please insert SD card
7	Device offline	Check if the network transferring fluency processes well
8	Browse video delay	Check the Wi-Fi network; the distance between the camera and the router should not be too far
9	Short battery life	1. The camera has been woken up too many times<br>2. It should not be installed on the side of the road or exposed to the sun

Pros & Cons

Pro: High-quality 1080p Full HD video with 30x optical zoom
Pro: 355° horizontal and 90° vertical rotation range
Pro: IP66 weatherproof rating and night vision up to 100ft
Pro: Dual-band Wi-Fi and efficient H.265 video compression
Con: May require professional installation for optimal placement and adjustment
Con: Some users may find the app interface confusing or difficult to navigate

Customer Reviews

Most customers are satisfied with the camera's performance and features, praising its high-quality video, easy setup, and robust construction. However, some users have reported issues with the app interface and connectivity.

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