Before you setup your Wyze Cam v3:
- Download the Wyze app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Connect your device to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.
- Unpack your Wyze Cam v3 box, removing all plastic and packing materials.
- Plug the camera into power using the included USB cable and power adapter.
- The camera’s status light will turn solid red when powered. When flashing, it’s ready for setup.
To set up your Wyze Cam v3:
- In the Wyze app, tap Home, then tap + plus sign on the top right.
- On the Add menu, tap Device.
- Tap Cameras > Wyze Cam v3.
- With your camera plugged into an outlet, tap Next in the app.
- Pull the base from your camera and single-press SETUP under the camera until it says “ready to connect”.
- In the app, check the box next to I heard, “Ready to connect”.
- Tap Next.
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Select your 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network and enter your network password. Tap Next.
- Tap the icon in the password field to display the password to ensure it was entered correctly.
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Scan the QR code on the Wyze app.
- Hold your camera up to your phone screen with the QR code displaying. It will say “QR code scanned, please wait” then “setup completed”.
- In the app, check the box next to I heard, “QR code scanned”.
- Tap Next. You’re set up, it’s time to name your device.
- Name your Wyze Cam v3 using the text field, or by choosing a suggestion.
- Tap Finish when done.
- You may have a prompt for a free trial of Cam Plus. Tap Continue.
- Set up some automations on the Things to Try* page, or tap Skip.
- You’re all set. Enjoy your new Wyze device!
Things to Try: Tap Add your device to a group, Share this device, Automate your device, or Skip. These are quick ways to set up a few automations before you finish setup. When you complete a task, it'll display a green checkmark ✅. You can move on from this page by tapping Skip.
Additional Notes:
- Most Wyze devices only work on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks. If you are connected to a 5 GHz network, switch to a 2.4 GHz network before setting up your device.
Having trouble scanning your QR code? A few tips to help:
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- Hold your camera 6-10 inches away from your phone screen.
- Slowly move the QR code on the screen away from the camera, then closer.
- Tilt your phone screen slightly in case there's a glare.
- Turn your phone upside down.
- If you're on iOS, turn off "Invert Colors".
- Make sure the QR code isn't distorted.
- If you have an older device, the screen may be too small. Try a different device.
- If your screen is cracked or scratched, the code may be distorted. Try a different device.
- If you're using a beta version of the Wyze app, make sure the cursor is not on the QR code.