Beans View is a brand of smart cameras that connect directly to your phone. These cameras have a unique design and come in a variety of colors to fit into your space. For example, the Beans View D210 camera is available in four colors: green, yellow, white, and pink. Once connected to your phone, you can view a live camera view, playback, use camera features, and perform minor adjustments.
This article I wrote will explain how to properly connect the Beans View camera to your phone.
Download the Beans View Camera App
This camera can connect to your phone using a dedicated Beans View camera app. The app can be downloaded and installed on your phone. Applications are available for Android and iOS/iPhone phones.
Please select the application according to the cellphone you are using:
Creating an Account in the Beans View App
To use the Beans View app, you must create an account.
There are two methods for creating an account: using an email address or a mobile phone number. You can choose either one.
Open the application.
On the app login page, tap the Register Account button. Enter your email address and password. Tap Continue.
Enter the verification code as it appears on the screen.
Tap Apply.
The next step, check your email inbox, enter the verification code sent by the Beans View application and the account has been successfully created.
Connect the Camera to a Power Source
Connect the power cable to the camera, then connect the power adapter to an outlet or to a power source.
Make sure the camera is turned on properly.
Prepare the WiFi Network to be Used
The Beans View camera is a smart camera that connects directly to your phone and the on-site Wi-Fi network. To use this camera, ensure you have a Wi-Fi network ready to use. The Wi-Fi network used by this camera can be sourced from various internet service providers.
You also have to make sure that the available WiFi network is 2.4 GHz.
Connecting the Camera to the App
Once the camera is turned on, check for the blue indicator LED to flash. This indicates the camera is ready to connect to a Wi-Fi network. If the LED is red, you can reset the camera first.
Log in to your Beans View account.
On the dashboard, tap the + button to add a new camera to the app. Scan the QR code on the label. Then follow the steps that appear on the screen, such as checking several functions and entering the WiFi password.
Connect your phone to the camera Hotspot.
Then give the camera a name, the results are like the rear camera of the house, the terrace of the house, the children’s room and so on according to the location where the camera is installed. Click Next.
Done, the camera is now connected to your phone.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
If the camera is offline, will the video recording continue?
If the camera is powered on but disconnected to the Internet, then video recording on microSD card will continue but cloud recording will stop. If the camera is powered off, both video recordings will stop.
What if I forget my password?
Please go to the Beans View app > login page, tap on “Forgot password?” > Enter your account’s email address or phone number. (Send)> Input the verification code > Reset your password.
Why can’t I receive my verification code?
- If you registered the account via email, please check your junk mail. If you still can’t receive the verification code, you might have email filter/block restricting this email, please check with your email provider.
- If you registered an account via mobile number, please confirm whether your mobile can receive SMS short codes or not.
- If you still haven’t received the verification code, please provide your number, your country, time of request to the support center at support@beansview.com or contact your regional support team.
How to solve Wi-Fi configuration failed?
Please check the following settings:
- Ensure that your mobile phone is connected to the Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi network is working properly.
- Check the network condition:
- Make sure your network has no firewall or other limits.
- Ensure the router can distribute IP address to your device or disable the static IP setting (DHCP is enabled by default on all Beans View devices).
- Reset your camera; ensure that your device is in ready mode or Wi-Fi configuration mode > then use the Beans View app for device Wi-Fi configuration.
How to get the device verification code (6 capital letters)?
Please note that for most Beans View devices, usually there are two ways to get the 6 capital letters device verification code:
- For most of the models, you can find it on the device sticker/label of the Beans View device.
- Alternatively, you can also find the verification code in Device Settings > Device Information > Verification Code.
Final Thoughts
Beans View is a smart camera that connects directly to a mobile app and a Wi-Fi network. The manufacturer doesn’t provide a recorder like an NVR or DVR. Images from the camera are processed and stored on a memory card installed in the camera. Most Beans View camera models support memory cards up to 512 GB in capacity. Recording modes include motion mode and 24/7 recording. Once connected to your phone, you can see the live view of the camera from anywhere.
That concludes the complete guide on connecting your Beans View camera to your phone using the app. We hope this guide has been helpful.