ORION is a security camera brand that’s better known in Australia, so it’s more popular there than in other countries. Personally, I see ORION as a local Australian security camera brand. It’s kind of like Bardi in Indonesia. Bardi is quite popular as a security camera brand in Indonesia, but it’s not as well known in other countries. You can monitor the cameras live and watch playback through the app. ORION also offers cameras for both indoor and outdoor use.
In this article, I’ll walk you through how to connect your ORION camera to Wi-Fi and your phone, step by step.
ORION Security Camera, Connects to WiFi and Your Phone, Easy to Install
These days, installing a security camera is easier than ever.
These days, setting up a home security camera is easier than ever. With Wi-Fi cameras, you don’t need to go through the hassle of hiring a technician. For example, with an ORION security camera, you simply plug it into a nearby power outlet, connect it to your Wi-Fi network, and you’re good to go.
Wi-Fi cameras like ORION don’t require a separate monitor. You can view the live feed and watch recordings directly through the app.
How I Connected My ORION Security Camera to My WiFi Network and Phone
The ORION camera relies on a Wi-Fi connection, so it’s best not to install it too far from your router. In my experience, keeping the camera around 10 to 15 meters from the router works best. If you place it too far away, the camera may have trouble connecting to the Wi-Fi.
How to connect your ORION camera to Wi-Fi and your phone.
Step 1: Download the App
You need an app to set up the ORION Wi-Fi camera. The app for the ORION camera is Grid Connect.
You can download the app from the Play Store and the App Store.
Grid Connect isn’t just for the ORION camera app—it can also be used with other ORION products, such as door locks, doorbells, and more.
Step 2: Create an Account in the App
To use the Grid Connect app, you’ll need to create an account first. The process is quick and easy. If you already have an email address, it should take less than 10 minutes to set up your Grid Connect account.
Open the app.
Click the “Create New Account” button and click “Agree.”
Select a region.
Enter your email address in the “Email” field.
Click Next.
Enter the verification code that Grid Connect sent to the email address you used to create your account. Below that, create a password that you’ll use to log in to the Grid Connect app.
Click Next.
And you have successfully created an account on the Grid Connect app.
Step 3: Connecting the Camera to Wi-Fi and Your Phone
Now, turn on your ORION Wi-Fi camera. Depending on the model, the camera may come with a power adapter and USB cable. For this guide, I’m using the ORION indoor model, specifically the Orion Grid Connect Smart 2K Pan and Tilt Security Camera. Once the camera is powered on, make sure the indicator LED is flashing rapidly. This means the camera is ready to connect to your Wi-Fi network.
I logged in to the ORION app.
To add a new camera to the Grid Connect app, tap Add Device.
Select Security.
Click “Ready to Pair”
Enter the Wi-Fi name and password. Click Next. Oh, by the way, please note that when connecting the camera to Wi-Fi, make sure your phone is connected to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. The ORION camera does not support 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks.
Point the QR code displayed on your phone at the front of the camera. If you hear a “Tung Tung Tung” sound, the QR code has connected successfully.
The pairing process will begin. Please wait until it reaches 100 percent.
Enter a name for the camera and click Done. After that, the ORION camera’s live view will appear on your phone.
I’ve Followed the Instructions Above, But the Camera Won’t Connect to WiFi
As I explained above, when connecting the camera to Wi-Fi, make sure your phone is connected to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network. If your phone is connected to a 5 GHz network, the camera will not connect because the ORION camera does not support 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks.
My recommendation is that you reset the camera before the pairing process.
Final Thoughts
This guide I’ve written can be used for all ORION camera models that connect to WiFi.
If you’re having trouble connecting the camera to Wi-Fi, check to make sure the Wi-Fi network you’re using is on the 2.4 GHz band. The red indicator light should be flashing. However, a common issue that occurs when the camera fails to connect to Wi-Fi is that the phone is connected to a 5 GHz Wi-Fi network, and the ORION camera does not support that frequency.
I hope this guide I’ve written will be helpful. If you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the comments section.
