ADC-VDB105/106 Doorbell Camera Guide
Summary: The ADC-VDB105b is a wireless video doorbell featuring a 180° full-color view, infrared night vision, two-way omni-directional audio, and motion detection up to 8 ft. It offers a slim, weather-resistant design with a 3–5-year battery life and integrates seamlessly with the Brinks Home™ Mobile App. This guide covers specifications, features, factory reset, installation video, adding via desktop and mobile apps, troubleshooting, and LED status reference.
Table of Contents
- Specifications
- Features
- Factory Default
- Installation Video
- Add Camera via Desktop App
- Add Camera via Mobile App
- Troubleshooting
- LED Status Reference
Specifications
- View: 180° full-color auto-scaling
- Night Vision: full-color and infrared up to 15 ft
- Audio: omni-directional two-way microphone
- Motion Detection: up to 8 ft range
- Battery Life: 3–5 years (9540 mAh nominal capacity)
- Dimensions: 1.4 in W × 4.8 in H
- Operating Temp: –40 °F to 140 °F (–40 °C to 60 °C); water-resistant, 0–100% condensing
Front view of ADC-VDB105b
Features
- Unlock your door directly from the app when the doorbell rings.
- View live video or record clips when pressed or on motion detection.
- Two-way audio conversation through the doorbell.
- Motion alerts up to 8 ft, even without button press.
- Night vision for clear images in low light.
- Silent mode disables indoor chime; receive mobile notifications instead.
- Integrate with smart lighting to turn on porch lights at night upon motion.
- Works with the Brinks Home™ Mobile App.
Factory Default
Warning: This erases all settings. You must delete and re-add the camera in Alarm.com after reset.
- Press and hold the main button for approximately 75 seconds until the LED alternates green and red.
- Release the button. The camera will reboot and reset to factory default.
Hold until LED flashes green/red → factory reset
Installation Video
Add Camera via Brinks Home™ Desktop App
Prerequisite: Camera must be online (solid green LED).
- Log in at Alarm.com and click Video.
- Click the gear Settings icon (top-right).
- Scroll to Add Video Device and click it.
- Select “Video Doorbell (ADC-VDB105b)”, name it (e.g. “Front Door”), then click Install.
- After several minutes, click Live View to confirm the feed.
Add Camera via Brinks Home™ Mobile App
Prerequisite: Camera must be online (solid green LED).
- Open the Brinks Home™ Mobile App and tap Video.
- Tap the gear Settings icon (top-right).
- Select Add Video Device.
- Choose “Video Doorbell (ADC-VDB105b)” or scan the QR/enter serial number.
- Name your camera and follow on-screen prompts.
- Tap Live to verify the feed.
Mobile App: Video Section
Troubleshooting
- No Video Feed:
- Verify battery level; recharge if LED is flashing red/blue.
- Perform a power cycle: press and hold the reset button (pinhole) for 30 seconds, then release.
- Wi-Fi Connection Issues:
- Move router closer or add an extender for better signal.
- Confirm SSID/password in the app.
- Use AP mode to reconfigure the network if needed.
- Motion/Alerts Not Received:
- Check motion detection settings and notification permissions in the app and on your phone.
- Device Offline/Intermittent:
- Ensure operating temperature is within –40 °F to 140 °F.
- Recharge battery if LED indicates low power.
LED Status Reference
Pattern | Status | Recommended Action |
---|---|---|
Off | Standby / powered off | Charge or install battery pack; verify camera is awake. |
Flashing Red | Power supply issue | Recharge battery; replace if fault persists. |
Flashing Green | Entering troubleshooting mode | Wait for diagnostics; check app for errors. |
Solid Green | Connected online | Access live video; no further action. |
Flashing Blue | Power cycling | Wait for camera to reboot (~1 min). |
Flashing Blue/Green | Connecting to Wi-Fi / waiting for server | Ensure router is online; wait for solid green. |
Flashing Blue/Yellow | Firmware update in progress | Do not interrupt; complete update (~5 min). |
Flashing Orange | No Wi-Fi connection | Verify SSID/password; move router closer or reconfigure in AP mode. |
Flashing Red/Blue | Battery charging | Allow charging until LED turns solid green. |
Flashing Red/Green | Wi-Fi AP mode (factory default) | Connect to “ADC-VDB105b (XX:YY:ZZ)” via 192.168.1.1. |
Flashing Yellow | Factory reset in progress | Allow reset to complete (~2 min). |
Solid White | Call mode initiated | Answer call in the Brinks Home™ App. |
Solid Yellow | Booting up | Wait for camera initialization (~1 min). |
For full details, refer to the ADC-VDB105/ADC-VDB106 Video Doorbell Camera Manual.