Applies to: All Foscam cameras.
Overview: This article discusses the process of performing a hard reset on a camera. At times, a user may encounter a situation when the password is forgotten for a specific camera or need to reset the settings and start from the beginning. This procedure restores the camera to the settings that were set at the factory.
To reset a camera, locate the reset button and press it for approximately 30 seconds. At the end of that time the camera will reboot itself and the factory settings will be restored. Some models require only a 10-15 second timeframe. If the camera announces “Reset successful” before the 30 second timeframe passes release the reset button.
After the reset the username will be “admin” and leave the password field blank. After the first login to the camera you will be prompted to enter a new username and password.
Reset button location:
1. On Indoor PT cameras the Reset button is located either on the bottom of the camera in a little hole or is on the side of the body. Use the end of a paperclip to press the button.
2. On Indoor Cube cameras the Reset button is located on the back of the unit.
3. On Indoor Dome cameras the Reset button is located on the tail cable coming out of the back of the camera.
4. On Outdoor Bullet style cameras the Reset button is located on the tail cable coming out of the back of the camera.
5. On Outdoor PT cameras the Reset button is located on the tail cable coming out of the back of the camera.
6. On the Fosbaby series of the cameras the Reset button is located on the body of the camera.
Technical Note: If after pressing the reset button for 30 seconds the camera does not successfully reset attempt to power cycle the unit off and on again. Repeat the procedure of pressing the Reset button for 30 seconds. The camera should successfully reset now. If it does not contact our Technical Support department at 1-844-344-1113 (US) for troubleshooting instructions.