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Solar Wireless Battery Camera

User manual for the OHWOAI Battery-Powered Security Camera Kit with solar panel.

Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and keep it well. This instruction manual is for reference only.

OHWOAI Solar Wireless Battery Camera

1. Getting Started

Charge and power on

  • Charge the device before use.
  • Long press the on/off button for 3 seconds to switch the camera on/off.

2. Setup Video

Scan the QR code below or visit the link to watch the setup video on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/HsdmhpRfJdk

3. Packing List

The product information contained in this manual may differ from the actual product. Please refer to the actual product.

Packing list items

ItemQuantity
Camera×1
Cable×1
Screw Pack×1
Solar Panel×1
TF Card×1
Manual×1

4. Interface Description

Interface description — all ports and components labeled

Front / Back:

ComponentLocation
IR SensorFront top
MicrophoneFront
Indicator LightFront
HD LensFront center
PIRFront
Magnetic BaseBottom
SpeakerBack
Bracket InterfaceBack
Micro SD CardBack
Type-C ChargerBack
ResetBack
PowerBack
Solar PanelsSide panel
Solar StentBase
Camera BracketBase

LED Light Indicator Guide

IndicatorMeaning
Blue + Red (always on)Camera is being previewed remotely (privacy light)
Red flashes 3 timesPower off
Red flashes continuously fastMatching code
Blue on for 1 secondDevice is turned on or woken up

5. Download App and Register Account

App Download and Installation

Search for "HonestView" in the App Store to download, or scan the QR code below.

HonestView app icon and download QR code

  • iOS: Requires iOS 9.0 or above
  • Android: Requires Android 5.0 or above

Account Login

Account Registration / Login: If you are a new user, register an account. Enter your cell phone number or email address as your account number, set your password during registration, and then log in.

Third-party login: Click the icon of a third-party social app (e.g. Google, Apple) to jump to the app and log in after authorization.

6. Add the Camera to the App

Open the App. Tap "+" in the upper right corner, then scan the code to enter the interface.

Scan the QR code on the camera.

Add camera — steps 1 and 2: scan code interface

According to the prompts, confirm (✓) that the device indicator is blinking and tap Next.

Select or enter the Wi-Fi network and password you want to connect to, then tap Next.

Let the camera scan the app's QR code according to the prompts, then tap the Hear Beep button when you hear the beep from the camera.

Add camera — steps 5 and 6: QR scan and completion

Follow the prompts to complete the addition.

Other Ways to Add Cameras

  1. Open the App, tap "+" in the upper right corner to enter the scan interface.
  2. In the scanning interface, tap Other Add Methods.
  3. Select the first camera to scan its two-dimensional code to add it. (Then follow steps 3–6 above.)

7. App Functions

App home screen with function labels

FeatureDescription
Camera Surveillance FrameLive video view
Find a memory card to monitor playbackPlay back recorded footage
Customized Cloud ServicesCloud storage options
Camera alarm messagesMotion detection alerts
Sharing devices with other consolesShare camera access with others

8. Power Management

Tap "…" in the upper right corner, then tap Settings to enter the video recording settings. Switch to the appropriate power management mode for different usage needs.

Power management settings screens

The instructions in this manual describe the functions of the version at time of production and are for functional reference only. If there is a content update in a subsequent App version, please refer to your current version.

9. How to Charge Cameras

During use, if the App sends a low-battery message or the camera displays a low-battery warning, the camera needs to be charged.

Connect the USB power supply to the battery camera or solar camera.

When the camera indicator light is blinking blue, it means the camera is charging.

10. How to Connect Cameras to Solar Panels

  1. Connect the solar panel to the camera.
  2. Connect the camera, solar panels, and support bracket together.
  3. Install solar panels and cameras on the wall.

Solar panel installation — Setting 1 and Setting 2

11. How to Pair Cameras into the Host (NVR)

Turn on the camera and place it near the wireless main unit at a distance of 30–100 cm.

Pair camera to host — placement diagram

Press and hold the Reset Button for 8 seconds while the battery-operated camera is turned on. The camera will confirm "reset successfully".

Pair steps 2–3: camera during reset and pairing

When the battery camera indicator blinks rapidly in red, the camera is in pairing mode.

Start the NVR. Right-click on the system main screen and select "wireless add". Check whether the camera has been added to your device. If so, click "EXIT". Otherwise, repeat steps 2 & 3.

NVR wireless add screen

12. FAQ

Contact Support

If you have any questions, before returning a product or writing a review, please contact the after-sales service team.

Websitewww.ohwoai.net
Email[email protected]

We will respond within 24 hours.

Table of Contents

1. Getting Started
2. Setup Video
3. Packing List
4. Interface Description
LED Light Indicator Guide
5. Download App and Register Account
App Download and Installation
Account Login
6. Add the Camera to the App
Other Ways to Add Cameras
7. App Functions
8. Power Management
9. How to Charge Cameras
10. How to Connect Cameras to Solar Panels
11. How to Pair Cameras into the Host (NVR)
12. FAQ
Contact Support