- When you first set up your camera
- After your camera has been added to your account
When you first set up your camera:
When you first add your camera to your account, you will have the option to connect it to a Wi-Fi network. Following the onscreen steps allows Automatic Setup of your Wi-Fi. These steps are outlined below:
- Your HomeMonitor will begin by searching for all Wi-Fi networks in the area
- All detected Wi-Fi networks will appear in a list
- Select the Wi-Fi network you would like HomeMonitor to connect to
- Type in the Wi-Fi password for that network in the Wi-Fi password field
- Click Connect to Wi-Fi
- Wait for the Wi-Fi verification to be completed (up to 2 minutes)
- Remove the Ethernet cable when prompted
After your camera has been added to your account:
If you chose to connect by Ethernet cable when you first set up your camera, you can always connect to Wi-Fi later by heading to Camera Manager and then choosing the Wi-Fi Settings button.
- Log on to your account at https://monitor.y-cam.com
- Navigate to Camera Settings > Wi-Fi Settings
- Your HomeMonitor will begin by searching for all Wi-Fi networks in the area
- All detected Wi-Fi networks will appear in a list
- Select the Wi-Fi network you would like HomeMonitor to connect to
- Type in the Wi-Fi password for that network in the Wi-Fi password field
- Click Connect to Wi-Fi
- Wait for the Wi-Fi verification to be completed (up to 2 minutes)
- Remove the Ethernet cable when prompted
You can also use this method to change details about your Wi-Fi network (for instance, if you receive a new router or change your Wi-Fi password).
If you experience any issues with this setup, please take a look at our article, ‘I am having problems setting up my camera’s Wi-Fi’: http://support.homemonitor.me/customer/portal/articles/1661680.