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 reset, Wi-Fi setup (WPS & AP), adding via desktop and mobile apps, expanded troubleshooting, and a detailed LED status reference.
Table of Contents
- Specifications
- Features
- Common Terms
- Factory Default
- Wi-Fi Setup via WPS
- Wi-Fi Setup via AP Mode
- Add Camera via Desktop App
- Add Camera via Mobile App
- Troubleshooting
- LED Status Reference
- Additional Resources
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 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: Resets all settings. You must re-add the camera to your account afterward.
- Press and hold the back button for 15 seconds until the LED alternates red & green.
- Release: camera reboots and enters AP mode (red/green flash).
Red & green flash → factory reset
Wi-Fi Setup via WPS Enrollment
- Press and hold the back button for 5 seconds until the LED flashes blue.
- Press your router’s WPS button (or enable WPS in router settings).
- Within 2 minutes, the LED turns:
- Solid green if pairing succeeds.
- Solid red if pairing fails.
Blue flash → WPS mode
Press router’s WPS
Solid green → paired
Wi-Fi Setup via Access Point
- Hold the back button for 6 seconds until the LED flashes white.
- On your smartphone, open Wi-Fi settings and connect to Alarm (xx:xx:xx).
- Open a browser to 192.168.1.1 and select Language if prompted.
- Click Scan for Wi-Fi Networks, choose your home SSID, then enter its password under Security key.
- Click Save, then OK. LED turns:
- Solid green if setup succeeds.
- Solid red if setup fails.
White flash → AP mode
Add Camera via Brinks Home™ Desktop App
Prerequisite: Camera must be connected to your Wi-Fi network.
- Log in at Alarm.com and click Video.
- Click the gear Settings icon in the top-right.
- Scroll down and click Add Video Device.
- Select ADC-V721/722, name it, then click Install.
- Wait a few minutes, then click Live View to verify the feed.
Add Camera via Brinks Home™ Mobile App
Prerequisite: Camera must be connected to your Wi-Fi network.
- Open the Brinks Home™ Mobile App (iOS or Android).
- Tap the Video icon at the bottom.
- Tap the gear Settings icon in the top-right.
- Select Add Device.
- Choose ADC-V721/722 or scan the QR code/enter serial.
- Name the camera and follow on-screen prompts.
- Tap Live to confirm the video feed.
Mobile App: Video Section
Troubleshooting
- No Video Feed:
- Ensure the camera’s power adapter is plugged in and the outlet is live.
- Verify the cable/wiring and breaker for continuous 12 VDC (or appropriate voltage).
- Poor Video Quality:
- Check your internet bandwidth and adjust camera compression level (high/medium/low).
- Ensure the camera lens is clean and unobstructed.
- Wi-Fi Setup Failures:
- Double-check your SSID and password (case-sensitive).
- Move the camera closer to the router or switch to AP mode if WPS continues to fail.
- No Night Vision:
- Ensure the camera is in a low-light environment (night vision only works in darkness).
- Check that the IR LEDs are not covered or obstructed.
- App Doesn’t Show Camera:
- Re-login to the Brinks Home™ App.
- Verify the camera is listed under Video → Settings → Video Device.
LED Status Reference
Pattern | Status | Recommended Action |
---|---|---|
Off | No power | Verify power adapter is plugged in and outlet is live. |
Flashing Red | Booting up | Wait 1–2 minutes for initialization to complete. |
Flashing Green | Attempting local network connect | Ensure your router is on and within range; retry setup if prolonged. |
Solid Green | Connected to Alarm.com | Camera is online—view live feed in the app. |
Flashing Blue | WPS pairing mode | Press router’s WPS button within 2 minutes or retry WPS mode. |
Flashing White | AP mode ready | Connect to “Alarm” SSID and configure via 192.168.1.1. |
Solid Red | Local/Internet unreachable | Verify SSID/password, network settings; retry setup. |
Flashing Red/Green | Factory reset in progress | Allow 1–2 minutes; do not interrupt the process. |
For complete details, refer to the ADC-V722W Outdoor Camera Manual (PDF).