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Play Mijia Smart Home Camera Archive 360 ​​°

The archive recording function of the Mi Smart Home 360 ​​° camera will be available only after installing a microSD memory card.

After inserting a Micro SD memory card and turning on the camera, archive recording will start automatically. You can change the archive recording mode (always on, recording only when motion is detected, always off).

Format the micro SD card before using it.

After entering the archive recording view mode, simply move the time scale to select the time period you want to view.

Xiaomi Mi Smart Camera 360 °. appearance

Box Contents: Mi Mijia Smart Home 360 ​​° 1080P Camera x 1, Power Supply x 1, Manual x 1, Wall Mount x 1

Camera setup Xiaomi Mi Mijia Smart Home Camera 360 °

Mi Home Security Camera will turn on by itself after connecting the power cable to the Micro USB port.

Solid blue: camera connected successfully

Blinking orange slowly: System update in progress

Inserting a Micro SD Card into the Xiaomi Mi Mijia Smart Home Camera 360 °

Be sure to turn off the power of the camera. Lift the camera lens up to reveal the Micro SD slot. Then insert the microSD card into the slot (the side with the contacts should be at the bottom).

Be sure to turn off the camera before inserting or removing the memory card.

Use a memory card no more than 64GB with a read / write speed of at least U1 / Class 10.

Reset Camera Settings Mi Mijia Smart Home Camera 360 °

Press and hold the Reset button to reset the camera to factory settings. In this case, the archive on the memory card will not be affected.

Mi Smart Camera 360 °. installation

Mi Mijia Home Security Camera 1080P can be installed on a horizontal surface (desk or dining table). Also this camera can be wall mounted.

Mi Home Security Camera 360 ° motion detection function

Mi Home Security Camera 360 ° 1080P motion detection function can be enabled by Mi Home mobile APP.

This feature can be turned on around the clock, during the day or at night. You can also create your own schedule by setting the camera tilt angle.

The camera can only detect movement within the camera’s field of view.

Xiaomi Mi Mijia Smart Home 360 ​​° camera. instruction in Russian

Camera connection

Make sure you have a stable internet connection. The camera light should blink orange.

Make sure the camera, smartphone and router are on the same network. The camera only works with a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network. If you are using a dual-network router, make sure the 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network is turned on.

To perform further configuration, the application requirements must be met. In this case, you will have to specify some data, including the Wi-Fi network and its password, after which a QR code will be generated on the phone screen. This QR code will need to be shown to the camera, after which it will automatically configure itself and be connected to your network and your account.

After connecting the camera, you can set its name and specify its location.

Quick setup of the Mi Smart Home 360 ​​° camera

Installing the Mi Home app

Scan the QR code or go to Store or Google Play to download and install the Mi Home app.

Open Mi Home, click “” at the top right and then select “Mi Home Security Camera 360 ° 1080P”

How to Connect Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360 to the phone via Wifi

Restoring Mijia Smart Camera 360 (MJSXJ02CM) from bricks

It is not uncommon for a Xiaomi camera to stop working properly at one point. The firmware was not installed correctly, or you contributed to this by disconnecting the camera from the power supply at the time of the update. As a result, the camera seems to turn on, but of the signs of life, only the orange LED indicator is lit. This situation happened with my friend’s camera:

You can try to solve the problem by installing the firmware, but not by air, but from a Micro SD memory card. Here the main task is to find the correct firmware file, in my case the camera has the product code MJSXJ02CM.

In my case, such a firmware found in the open spaces of w3bsit3-dns.com came up. It needs to be downloaded and written to a memory card. I will mention that I used a Kingston 32Gb memory card (UHS-I Speed ​​Class 1 (U1)), having previously formatted it in FAT32:

Next, I put the tf_recovery.img file on the map. Do not forget to safely remove the card.

How to Connect Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360 1080p with Mi Home Application. Video Guide

Everything is ready for recovery, then we perform the following steps:

We insert a memory card with a firmware file into it;

We turn on the camera. The indicator stays on in yellow, but the camera itself is installing the firmware at this moment (you need to leave the camera alone for 2-4 minutes);

The camera comes to life and starts to turn its head (for some reason I did it the second time, when after flashing I pulled out the memory card from the camera).

We reset the camera with the Reset button and reconnect it. Then we try to correctly update the firmware over the air.

I had no problems, and now the camera works correctly with the current firmware.

Similar actions can help with the recovery of other Xiaomi cameras, the main thing is to find the desired firmware file. It is better to search in special topics on the w3bsit3-dns.com forum, for example, I found this version here. Or you can ask a question in the Комментарии и мнения владельцев, I will try to help you.

How to connect the Xiaomi MiJia Mi Home Security 360 camera to a smartphone

If you need a device that will replace the concierge and security guard in the house, Xiaomi has already prepared for you a smart camera MiJia Mi Home Security 360. We will tell you how to connect it to your smartphone.

Once the installation is complete, open the app.

Read the privacy policy, confirm your consent and click on “Login”.

If you already have an account, enter your details. If it is not there, go through the registration.

Connect MiJia Mi Home Security 360 to the network, and then click on the plus icon located at the top right.

The smart camera indicator should turn blue, after which the device will be displayed in the list of available for connection. You are required to select a camera.

The next step is to connect the Xiaomi camera to a Wi-Fi network. Only 2.4 GHz frequency available.

A QR code will appear on the screen of your smartphone. To scan it, place the screen about 15 cm away from the camera.

After receiving a notification about a successful scan, activate the checkbox and click the “Next” button.

In a couple of seconds, the Xiaomi MiJia Mi Home Security 360 camera will be connected, and you can specify its location, set a name and configure.

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POWER SUPPLY AND CONNECTION

In order to configure the cameras, you need to download proprietary applications. In the case of Xiaomi, Mi Home. In the case of TP-Link, TP-Link Tapo. Both apps are available on both Android and iOS. There were no problems with setting up and connecting, because you just need to follow the instructions on the smartphone screen or look into the user manual.

However, the first thing I noticed was the power connector. Xiaomi has micro USB, and TP-Link Tapo has a proprietary connector. The Tapo C200 comes with a power supply unit with a mediocre non-detachable cable. The Mi Home Security Camera 360 comes with a high-quality micro-USB cable. There is no power supply in the kit, but you can turn on the camera in the PC, you can plug it into an outlet using the power supply, or you can plug it into a power bank and everything will work. And although there are some questions about the micro-USB connector, it’s still better than a charger with a unique plug and non-removable cable.

WHERE TO USE SECURITY 360 AND TAPO C200?

Both cameras are ideal for monitoring what is happening in your home or office in real time. In addition, you can keep in touch with those on the other side of the camera using the intercom function.

Both cameras are ideal as a baby monitor. Thanks to the built-in microphone and high-quality images, you can monitor your baby from another room. You can read more about using the camera as a baby monitor in our article. “For parents: how to save money on buying a baby monitor. Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360 ”.

If you want to connect the camera as a security system, then it is better to pay attention to Mi Home Security Camera 360 because it has the option of recording video to a cloud service, and besides, the image from it is much better. If an unfortunate incident occurs when intruders enter the house, you can view the recordings in such a quality that will allow you to recognize the thief.

TP-Link Tapo C200 is less suitable as a security camera, because it has a less detailed image, there is no possibility of recording on a cloud service, and in addition, a power outage or interrupted access to the Internet will help a criminal to enter the house without any consequences.

WHAT ARE THE CAMERAS LIKE?

  • Intercom function. You can see live images from cameras with minimal latency. Cameras can also transmit sound from microphones, but most importantly, both cameras have a built-in speaker with which you can communicate with those who are near the camera;
  • The night vision. Thanks to infrared sensors, the camera can see what is happening in a specific place with excellent detail even in low light;
  • Motion Sensor. Both cameras can work in motion sensor mode. It will activate the camera every time it detects movement in the room. Mi Home Security Camera 360 will record a 10-second segment of video and send a push notification to your smartphone, alerting you that something is happening.

TP-Link Tapo C200 camera is better and more affordable than Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360?

Recently, the TP-Link Tapo C200 camera appeared on the market, which is positioned as a competitor for the Xiaomi Mi Home Security Camera 360. The latter has been on the market for a long time and has proven itself very well. In this article, we will give an answer to the question whether a camera from the TP-Link sub-brand can compete with Xiaomi, despite the fact that Tapo C200 is 300 hryvnia more affordable.

IMAGE QUALITY AND EASY CONTROL

Both cameras can shoot video in FullHD resolution, but if you compare the picture quality, then it is radically different. Below you can compare images from both cameras at virtually the same time with Full HD enabled.

Mi Home Security Camera 360

Most of the functions of both cameras are indeed duplicated, but the convenience of interacting with the Xiaomi camera is on a completely different level. The same goes for the quality of the image that is transmitted in real time. Answering the question whether the TP-Link Tapo C200 camera is better than the Mi Home Security Camera 360, I can safely answer. no. However, it is 300 hryvnia more affordable and with it you can get a 2-year warranty from the manufacturer.

The camera from TP-Link can be used as a baby monitor to monitor what is happening in the house, to look after pets. A camera from Xiaomi can do all the same, but with a better image and before all functions, it can be used as a security system in the house.

Customization

The Xiaomi IP camera can have two indicator lights, if orange lights up. it is ready to connect to the network, if the color turns blue. the work on connecting to the network is completed successfully, the camera is connected to Wi-Fi.

If security requires it, in the settings it is possible to disable the light indicators, then the device will be more difficult to detect.

After connecting, you can start setting up the camera, in the Mi Home application, almost all actions will be clearly explained with the help of pictures.

By selecting the desired icon from the menu, you can solve the following tasks:

  • change your own camera name;
  • update software (firmware);
  • determine the time the camera is active;
  • set the quality of information transfer by choosing a convenient format, HD or SD;
  • restrict access to control the device to third parties, previously provided through their account when using the Share button;
  • disable or activate the indicators;
  • turn off or turn on the motion sensor;
  • switch to full-screen image viewing mode;
  • enable video recording on schematic media, or vice versa, stop it;
  • enable sound recording if the model has a microphone;
  • determine the mechanism for transmitting the danger signal, for example, in the form of SMS;
  • when receiving a danger signal from the motion sensor, enable video recording.

The control looks very simple, on the touch screen it is carried out with a slight movement of your finger and the choice of any of the proposed solutions. With the same movement, you can take a photo of the image currently broadcast by the camera and save it to the gallery. It is also possible to enter the snapshot storage directly from the application. The program will also offer information that the user may need:

  • connection speed;
  • spent traffic;
  • date and time of recording and others.

When owning Linux, the user will be able to change other settings by flashing or reprogramming the camera, for example, allowing it to speak Russian, disconnect it from servers located in China, manually control infrared illumination and various filters.

Watching the video setting up the Xiaomi IP camera.

Connection

The standard Xiaomi package includes the camera itself, a stand for it, a power supply, and instructions. You need to be prepared for the instructions to be completely written in hieroglyphs, and the software required for installation will need to be downloaded independently.

To connect, you need a phone or tablet that works with iOS and Android operating systems and a Mi-account or an account to synchronize all Xiaomi services, it requires authorization.

Additionally, you will need to download one of two applications. Mi Camera or Mi Home, the second gives you more options. The connection is made as follows:

  • a Mi-account is created, if it did not exist before, while when asked about the region, enter. mainland China, the language is better to choose English. The Russian language will provide simple control of the device, but if the user plans to reprogram it to suit his requirements, he will need exactly English;
  • power is supplied to the camera, the indicator turns orange;
  • the application is being downloaded;
  • the application starts;
  • in the upper right corner you need to click on “”, a list of available devices and instructions in Russian or in pictograms drop out;
  • the login and password from the home Wi-Fi network are entered into the proposed window.

About Xiaomi

The Chinese company produces many camera models, and the configuration features will depend on their functionality. Most of the devices from this manufacturer are constantly in the rating of the best cameras; they are equipped with infrared illumination, night vision, microphones, and support all data transfer protocols. Their additional advantage will be the ability to integrate into the Smart Home system. In addition, the camera makes it possible to:

  • remotely view the image from a remote device on a phone or smartphone;
  • listen to the recording made by the built-in microphone, the same remotely;
  • receive on your phone notifications about possible danger transmitted by the motion sensor.

In addition, the camera is compatible with iOS and Android operating systems, easily connects to any iPhone models.

Configuring Xiaomi IP Camera

Configuration via a personal computer

If you want to view the video from the camera from any computer, regardless of its location, you need to configure its connection through the computer. This will allow you to see what is happening in your home or office, even in a situation when there is no mobile device at hand. The manufacturer did not provide for this as a general functionality, a number of additional settings will be required.

For them, you first need to set the correct time zone; on the products of the Chinese manufacturer, the time of the Celestial Empire is set by default. For such a setting, you need to download the archive available at the link: http://w3bsit3-dns.com/forum/dl/post/7297419/test-rtspfix-07.zip. The archive is loaded onto the memory card, the camera turns on and then it works according to Moscow time. This is quite convenient, sometimes in a hurry it is possible not to understand in what period the events were actually recorded, if the time is set incorrectly. In addition, with its correct setting, it becomes possible to work with ftp, telnet, http and rtsp and through any computer. If the user does not live in the Moscow time zone and has sufficient knowledge of computer and mobile devices, the time can be reset. For this:

  • calculate the change parameters using the formula 8 minus the time of the time zone, for example, for Kaliningrad (2) the time will look like this: GMT6;
  • activate telnet and enter the formula. Echo “GMT6” / etc / TZ.

Time has changed. Next, you can start connecting the camera through your computer. This will require changing the IP-address of the camera, you can find it out both in the control program installed on the mobile device and in the manual. The need for changes is due to the difference in the numbering of the network in which the camera operates and the local network available to the computer, their incompatibility leads to a conflict and the image is not displayed on the monitor screen.

Algorithm of user actions for setting up work through a computer:

  • you need to download the VLC media player program to your workstation;
  • specify the IP-addresses of the camera, in the Mi Camera or Mi Home programs it will be searched for along the path: “Camera settings”, then “Network data”, then the address itself;
  • the address is rewritten to any file or notebook;
  • open the VLC media player program;
  • enter the program, in the Media section;
  • find a button that says “open URL”;
  • enter a record like this: “rtsp: // previously saved camera address: 554 / ch0.h264”.
  • after entering this combination on the workstation screen, a picture from the camera will appear in the open player.

It should be borne in mind that this configuration system changes the current security policies, due to which many of the necessary plug-ins are simply not in the program, so it is not recommended for use.

The proposed Xiaomi system for controlling cameras via mobile devices allows you to always know what is happening in the house in the absence of the owners and easily control the settings and recording features.