The EZVIZ H8c 4G camera relies on a cellular network. As a result, its setup is slightly different from that of EZVIZ cameras that use a Wi-Fi network. EZVIZ 4G cameras generally do not support direct connection to a Wi-Fi network, unless the camera has an RJ45 port that can be used to connect directly to an internet router.
In this guide, I’ll explain how to set up the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera and connect it to your phone.
Please Note Before Purchasing: The EZVIZ H8c 4G Cannot Be Connected to Wi-Fi
Many people have asked me about the 4G connection on the EZVIZ H8c camera.
Usually, the people asking this question have already purchased this camera and are confused about how to connect it to their phone. They assume that the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera can connect to a Wi-Fi network like other EZVIZ cameras, but after trying, they find there’s no option to enter a Wi-Fi name. They don’t realize that this camera can only connect via a cellular network or a direct cable connection.
The 4G SIM card used isn’t just any card; typically, the 4G SIM cards that can be used are specified by the manufacturer.
How to Set Up and Connect the EZVIZ H8c 4G Using a Telkomsel SIM Card
In this guide, I’m using a Telkomsel SIM card as my cellular network. In my area, this is the only SIM card that can be used to connect the EZVIZ camera to the internet. You can follow the steps I’ve outlined below to set up your EZVIZ H8c 4G camera and connect it to your phone.
Setting Up a SIM Card
Insert the 4G SIM card into the camera
Connect the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera to a power source. Ensure the camera powers on normally, and you hear “Platform Registration Successful,” and the indicator LED flashes blue, indicating the SIM card is connected.
If the SIM card does not provide direct internet access, please configure the APN first.
Connecting the EZVIZ H8c 4G Camera to the App
Open the EZVIZ app.
Log in to the app using your registered account. If you’re already logged in, you’ll be redirected to the dashboard page when you open the EZVIZ app.
Tap the “+” sign in the top right corner.
Then select Scan QR Code.
Point the camera at the QR code printed on the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera.
Tap the Add button.
Then, on the Device Added Successfully page, tap the Next button. Alternatively, you can set the Time Zone and Date Format first. Date and time adjustments can also be made later on the camera settings page.
Next, you’ll be directed to the Change Encryption Password page.
This step is usually unnecessary and we leave the encryption password at the default value printed on the camera label. Simply tap the back arrow in the upper left corner.
Then, you can name the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera that’s connected to the app. Tap the Done button to complete the process of adding the device.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What 4G SIM cards are compatible with the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera?
In my current area, the only SIM card that works is Telkomsel. You can find out which cards are compatible by contacting EZVIZ technical support.
Is the Blue LED on the Camera Not Turning On?
This usually happens because the SIM card is not supported.
Can the EZVIZ H8c 4G Camera Connect to a Wi-Fi Network?
No, this camera relies solely on a cellular internet connection. Another option is to connect the camera to a router using an Ethernet cable.
Conclusion
Now you have successfully added the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera to the EZVIZ app. On the dashboard page, you will see the added devices and can directly open the live camera view from your smartphone from anywhere as long as the camera is connected to the internet network. Please note, not all EZVIZ H8c 4G serial numbers support all carrier cards. It is best to ask the seller for an explanation before purchasing.
If the indicator light on the camera does not flash blue (flashes red), then the camera does not support the SIM card being used.
That concludes the complete guide on connecting the EZVIZ H8c 4G camera to the EZVIZ app. We hope this information is helpful, and if you have any questions, please leave them in the comments section.