ADC-V721/V722 Outdoor Video Camera Guide

Summary: The ADC-V721 and ADC-V722 are outdoor HD 1080p cameras (1920 × 1080) with an 88° horizontal & vertical field of view, 40 ft infrared night vision, and Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n connectivity. Although discontinued, they remain supported on your Brinks Home™ account. This guide covers specifications, features, common terms, factory default, Wi-Fi setup (WPS & AP), signal strength, Ethernet setup, adding via desktop and mobile apps, optional accessories, expanded troubleshooting, a detailed LED status reference, further assistance, and additional resources.

Table of Contents

Specifications

  • Video Resolution: 1920 × 1080 pixels
  • Field of View: 88° horizontal & vertical
  • Night Vision: Infrared up to 40 ft
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
  • Operating Temp: –4 °F to 122 °F (–20 °C to 50 °C)

Features

  • HD 1080p video streaming
  • IP66 rated: waterproof & dust-tight
  • Infrared night vision
  • Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
  • Adjustable compression: high/medium/low
  • Brinks Home™ Mobile App integration

Common Terms

AP Mode
The camera broadcasts its own SSID (“Alarm (xx:xx:xx)”) so you can configure your home Wi-Fi via a browser.
WPS
Wi-Fi Protected Setup: hold the camera’s back button to enter pairing mode, then press your router’s WPS button within 2 minutes.
WDR
Wide Dynamic Range—balances bright and dark areas for clearer images.
IP66
Ingress Protection rating: dust-tight and protected against powerful water jets.

Factory Default

Warning: Resetting erases all settings. You must re-add the camera to your account afterward.

  1. Press and hold the back button for 15 seconds until the LED alternates red & green.
  2. Release: camera reboots and enters AP mode (red/green flash).

Factory reset LED flash
Red & green flash → factory reset

Wi-Fi Setup via WPS Enrollment

  1. Press and hold the back button for 5 seconds until the LED flashes blue.
  2. Press your router’s WPS button (or enable WPS in router settings).
  3. Within 2 minutes, the LED turns:
    • Solid green if pairing succeeds.
    • Solid red if pairing fails.

WPS mode LED flash
Blue flash → WPS mode

Wi-Fi Setup via Access Point

  1. Hold the back button for 6 seconds until the LED flashes white.
  2. On your smartphone, open Wi-Fi settings and connect to Alarm (xx:xx:xx).
  3. Open a browser to 192.168.1.1 and select language if prompted.
  4. Click Scan for Wi-Fi Networks, choose your home SSID, then enter its password under Security key.
  5. Click Save, then OK. LED turns:
    • Solid green if setup succeeds.
    • Solid red if setup fails.

AP mode LED flash
White flash → AP mode

Signal Strength

  1. Open the Brinks Home™ Mobile App.
  2. Tap Video.
  3. Tap the Settings gear icon.
  4. Select your ADC-V721/722 camera.
  5. View the Signal Strength percentage.
Signal (%) Status Action
79–100% Excellent No action needed.
66–78% Good Monitor performance; reposition if needed.
0–65% Poor Move router closer, add extender, or contact us at 469-513-8685.

Ethernet Setup

Connect the camera’s LAN port to your router using an Ethernet cable, then power on the camera. It will automatically configure network settings.

Add Camera via Brinks Home™ Desktop App

Prerequisite: Camera must be on your network.

  1. Log in at Alarm.com and click Video.
  2. Click the gear Settings icon.
  3. Scroll down and click Add Video Device.
  4. Select ADC-V721/722, name it, then click Install.
  5. Wait a few minutes, then click Live View.

Add Camera via Brinks Home™ Mobile App

Prerequisite: Camera must be on your network.

  1. Open the Brinks Home™ Mobile App.
  2. Tap Video at the bottom.
  3. Tap the gear Settings icon.
  4. Select Add Device.
  5. Choose ADC-V721/722 or scan the QR code/enter serial.
  6. Name the camera and follow prompts.
  7. Tap Live to confirm feed.

Brinks Home Mobile App – Video View
Mobile App: Video Section

Optional Accessories

  • Wi-Fi Extender
  • SD Card Module
  • Weatherproof Housing
  • Surge Protector

Troubleshooting

No Video Feed

  1. Confirm power: test outlet and adapter continuity.
  2. Inspect wiring: tighten screws under transformer terminals.
  3. Power-cycle camera: unplug 30 s, replug, wait for reboot.
  4. Check signal: if <65%, move router closer or add extender.

Poor Video Quality

  1. Test upload speed—aim ≥2 Mbps.
  2. Set compression to “High” in Video → Settings.
  3. Clean lens; avoid direct sunlight glare.

Wi-Fi Setup Failures

  1. Re-enter SSID/password exactly.
  2. Use AP Mode: follow AP steps above.
  3. Use WPS Mode: follow WPS steps above.
  4. Factory reset and retry.

App Doesn’t Show Camera

  1. Log out/in of Brinks Home™ App.
  2. Verify under Video → Settings → Video Device.
  3. Add again via Desktop Portal if needed.

LED Status Reference

Pattern Status Recommended Action
Off No power
  1. Test outlet and adapter with another device.
  2. Inspect and tighten transformer wires.
  3. Power-cycle breaker if needed.
Flashing Red Booting up
  1. Wait 1–2 minutes.
  2. Do not unplug or press buttons.
Flashing Green Connecting to network
  1. Ensure router is on and nearby.
  2. Retry WPS or AP mode if stalled.
Solid Green Connected online
  1. Open Video → Live View in app or portal.
  2. Power-cycle if feed blank.
Solid Red Network unreachable
  1. Re-enter SSID/password exactly.
  2. Use AP or WPS modes from above.
  3. Consider an extender or reposition router.
Flashing Red/Green Factory reset
  1. Wait 2–3 minutes to complete reset.
  2. Then follow factory default steps above.

Further Assistance

Need help? Contact us.

For complete details, refer to the ADC-V722W Outdoor Camera Manual (PDF).