Uniden Guardian G955om
Uniden Guardian G955om
Uniden Guardian G955om
Uniden surveillance products are not manufactured and/or sold with the intent to be used for illegal purposes. Uniden expects consumer’s use of these
products to be in compliance with all local, state and federal law. For further information on video surveillance and audio recording legal requirements,
please consult your local, state and federal law.
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Cameras................................................................................................... 57
MANAGING RECORDED FILES.............................................................. 57
Copying Files from the microSD Card to the Computer........ 58
SOLVING PROBLEMS................................................................ 59
SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................... 61
IMPORTANT INFORMATION.................................................... 63
Lithium-Polymer Battery Warning.......................................... 63
Recycling and Disposal Information.................................... 63
Compliance Information.......................................................... 63
FCC Part 15 Compliance Statement.............................................. 63
RF Exposure Information................................................................... 64
IC Compliance Information...................................................... 64
Radio Equipment Notice................................................................... 64
CE Compliance Information..................................................... 64
One-Year Limited Warranty..................................................... 65
GETTING STARTED
USING THIS MANUAL
This manual is set up in six main sections:
•• Getting Started. This section describes your hardware and how to physically set it up.
•• Uniden Guardian™ Software Operations Overview. This section lists basic operations in an
abbreviated format. It references screen details in the third section.
•• Uniden Guardian Screen Descriptions. Here you will find detailed descriptions of each screen
and how it is used.
•• Remote Access. This section tells you how to connect your surveillance system to the internet
and access it from your PC or other devices.
•• Maintaining Your System
•• Solving Problems
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WHAT’S INCLUDED
You should have the following items:
Not Shown: Mounting screws, Ethernet cable, 2 extension cords, and microSD™ card and adapter.
If any items are missing or damaged, contact our Customer Care Line immediately.
Never use damaged products!
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GETTING TO KNOW THE G955 SYSTEM
G955 Monitor
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3
7 9
4
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No. What it is
1 Monitor Antenna: Sends & receives signals to or from the camera.
2 Power: Turns the monitor on and off.
3 microSD Card Slot: Insert microSD card to record video.
4 Reset button: If the monitor screen freezes, use a blunt object like an
unbent paper clip to press RESET and reset the monitor. The monitor turns
off. Press POWER to turn it back on again.
5 DC 5V: Connects the DC 5V power adapter to the monitor.
6 Rubber feet: Prevents the monitor from sliding when using the stand.
7 Internet jack: Connects the G955 to the internet through the Ethernet
cable.
8 Stand: Pull out to create stable base for the monitor.
9 Speaker: Broadcasts sounds from the camera.
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G955 Camera (GC45)
Front view Back view
Antenna
connector
Power
Power status
pigtail
Pair button
Light sensor
Power jack
Ethernet
Connector
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SETTING UP THE EQUIPMENT
Set Up the Monitor
1. Flip out the stand on the back of the monitor, and extend the antenna. Connect an AC adapter
to the power input on the side of the monitor.
Connect the other end of the adapter to a 120 volt AC (standard indoor) power outlet.
2. Press and hold the Power button on the top of the monitor for 3 - 4 seconds to power it up.
3. The monitor displays the Uniden Welcome screen for a few seconds and then transitions to the
LIVE view.
The screen remains dark until the cameras are powered up.
Mount the Camera Stand
General Guidelines
The Uniden Guardian GC45 cameras included with your monitor are weatherproof and have an
IP66 rating. Water can be sprayed on them and they will still work; however, the cameras cannot be
submerged.
Although the cameras can be exposed directly to the rain, it is recommended that, if they are used
outdoors, they be mounted under some type of cover like a patio overhang or eave. As rainwater
drops start to dry on the camera glass, it can create spots that will reflect the light from the infrared
LEDs used for night vision, thus causing lower quality video.
Also, as dust, grime, and cobwebs accumulate on the camera glass, they can reflect light from the
infrared LED and might lower video quality. Periodically clean the lens glass with a soft cloth.
Placement Considerations
Consider the following when placing cameras:
•• The clearest line-of-sight between the camera and monitor is best.
—— Walls, especially brick and concrete, shorten the transmission distance.
—— Placement next to windows allows better transmission.
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•• Optimized motion detection range is 6 - 18 feet for the GC45 camera. The farther away an object
is, the less accurate the motion detection.
•• Avoid having a direct light source in the view of the camera, including street lights, ceiling or
floor lamps, spotlights in the driveway, etc.
•• Rainfall, pool water ripples/reflections, tree/shrub leaves blowing in the wind - and the shadows
they create - can generate motion detection false alarms.
You can mount the camera with the stand on the bottom (on a wall or table-top) or on the top (on
the ceiling). When you are positioning the camera, you might want to bring the monitor along; it’s
much easier to get the camera into the right position when you have the display handy.
1. Hold the base of the camera stand where you want to mount it and mark the location of the
screw holes.
2. Use the included screws and anchors to attach the base to the wall or ceiling.
3. Before attaching the camera, tug gently on the stand to make sure it is securely in place.
Attach the Camera
Attach the camera
Tighten the brace against 1 to the mounting
1. For each camera, 2 the camera to screw and turn it
attach the camera secure it to the desired
in place. direction.
bracket to the
mounting screw.
You can attach the
stand to the top or
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Loosen the
the bottom of the wingnut to
camera as needed. unlock the Adjust the post to
Tighten it a few mounting 4 the correct angle,
post. then tighten the
turns, then turn wingnut to lock the
the camera to face post into place.
the direction you
want.
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2. Tighten the camera brace up against the camera to secure it into place.
3. Unlock the mounting post by turning the wingnut to the left a few turns.
4. Set the mounting post to the correct angle, then tighten the wingnut until the post is locked
into place.
5. Attach the antenna to the rear of the camera.
6. Connect one end of an AC adapter to the camera’s Antenna
power pigtail and plug the other end into a 120 volt
AC (standard indoor) power outlet. (If necessary,
connect the extension cord to the camera’s pigtail
and connect the AC adapter to the extension cord.)
Be sure the power plug and the connector are
tightly twisted together to avoid water leaking in.
7. Make sure the Power status light turns on. If it
doesn’t, try reconnecting the AC adapter, and make
sure the power outlet isn’t controlled by a wall
switch.
8. You should now have video on your Live screen.
Camera Settings
•• Brightness (“Uniden Guardian Settings Screen” on page 21)
•• Motion Detection (“Uniden Guardian Settings Screen” on page 21)
•• Schedule Recordings (“Schedule Record” on page 28)
System Settings
•• Power Saving (“Power Saving” on page 34)
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•• Screen Auto Lock (“Screen Auto Lock” on page 35)
•• Time (“Time” on page 36)
•• Security code (“Security Code” on page 31)
•• Language (default language is English; “Language” on page 40)
Recording Settings
•• Motion Detection (“Motion Detection” on page 25)
•• Schedule Recordings (“Schedule Record” on page 28)
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UNIDEN GUARDIAN SOFTWARE OPERATION OVERVIEW
Your monitor’s Uniden Guardian software operates through a series of screens that let you choose
groups of operations. For example, when you tap on the camera icon in the Pop-up menus, you
can set how you want the main viewing screen - called the Live screen - to display images from the
paired cameras. You can scan between cameras, show all cameras on a single screen (Quad view),
or only display a specific camera.
The Live screen lets you view the camera transmissions. It also lets you set up your screen display
and make adjustments to it. Icons on the screen itself let you monitor power and camera status.
The Uniden Guardian system always defaults to the Live screen in Quad mode after being
idle for 2 minutes while in any other system screen. This default ensures that the system is
ready to record video even if you forget to return to the Live screen. The system can only
start a recording while in Live screen mode.
Live Screen
microSD Battery Internet Camera number/
connection Record Signal strength
card status status
status status
Motion
status
Pop up
menu tab
Pop up
menus
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What the Icons Mean
Icon What it does
Camera Mode Select how you want the Live screen to display camera input:
• Scan between cameras (5 seconds)
• Quad view (all paired cameras display)
• Full view (1 camera displays on full screen)
Volume
Uniden Guardian
System Settings
Access the Uniden Guardian Software Operation screens or view recorded
events.
MICROSD Capacity
Indicates memory capacity remaining.
Battery Capacity
Displays battery capacity. This graphic shows battery at nearly full.
Internet /
INtranet Status
Appears in Live view. Indicates connection to the internet/intranet is in
progress.
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Icon What it does
Camera Number
Displays the camera number and signal strength through the status lines to
the left of the number.
Motion
Scheduled
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Icon What it does
NO microSD CARD
INDICATOR
Displays red when the microSD card is not present or is damaged.
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Using Your System
Recording Live Video
1. On the Live screen, tap for the camera to begin recording. The icon blinks while recording.
2. Tap it again to stop recording. The icon stops blinking.
You can record from all cameras at the same time.
Playing Back Recorded Video
From the pop-up menu, tap the This screen should display.
following icons as they appear
on the screens:
1. Tap on the highlighted day containing the recording you want to view or on a specific camera
to only view that camera’s recordings. The Record List screen displays those recordings listed in
a folder.
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If you tap on a day that is not highlighted, a folder displays with no recordings listed.
2. Tap on the recording you want to view. It begins playing. Control icons display across the
bottom of the screen.
3. Tap on any area of the screen that does not have control icons to bring up the playback
progress bar. Tap any area again to close it.
While playback progress is visible, you can fast forward/rewind by dragging the playback bar
forwards or backwards.
On the playback progress bar, tap the double arrow to skip forward or backwards about 10
seconds. Tap the arrow and bar to skip to the next or previous video.
4. When playback ends, tap to return to the Record List.
Deleting Recorded Files
You can delete a single recorded file or a folder containing all recorded files for a specific day.
1. On the Record List screen (see previous Record List screen), tap the day with recorded files you
want to delete. The list of recorded files displays.
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2. Tap the X on the right-hand side of the entry. If you are
deleting a folder, a confirmation screen displays. If you
are deleting a single recorded file, that file deletes
without a confirmation required.
Adding New Cameras
Your monitor supports a total of four active cameras at
a time. When you add a camera, you have to pair it to
the monitor (that is, you have to “introduce” the camera and monitor to each other so they can
communicate).
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Troubleshooting Camera Pairing
Consult the following table for camera pairing troubleshooting suggestions:
If... Try...
• making sure the camera is plugged in and the red LED is on.
• making sure that the camera’s antenna is attached and the
the camera’s signal status icon
monitor’s antenna is extended.
shows no bars
• making sure the camera is paired to the correct channel.
• re-pairing the camera and monitor.
the camera’s signal status icon
shows one or two bars or the See “General Guidelines” on page 9 to improve video quality.
video quality is poor
• making sure the camera is plugged in and the red LED is on.
the camera won’t pair with the
• pressing and releasing the pairing button quickly. Do not press
monitor
and hold the pairing button.
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UNIDEN GUARDIAN SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS
Overview
This section describes the Uniden Guardian screens in detail. It provides a path to the screen being
viewed.
The Uniden Guardian Settings screen highlights the Camera Setup option as the default.
Main Screen Sub Screens What it Does
Camera Setup Pairing Pairs new cameras to the monitor.
Camera on Makes the cameras visible to the monitor.
Brightness Brightens or darkens the video of that camera.
Recorder Setup Motion Detection Records when something moves in front of the
camera. Continues recording for 2 minutes. Motion
detection is on by default.
Email Alert Sends email notification to user’s PC and/or mobile
device when Motion detection senses motion in front
of the camera.
Schedule Record Set up a schedule for pre-determined recording times
and lengths.
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Main Screen Sub Screens What it Does
Network Setup Internet Setup Select the type of internet connection to be used.
(DHCP is most common.)
Security Code Set a security code for remote access.
Network Information Displays information about your network and the
monitor’s unique DID number.
Alarm Setup Period Set a length of time for the alarm to sound.
Melody Select a melody to play for the alarm.
System Setup Power Saving Temporarily turns off the LCD after the system is idle
for 2 minutes to conserve power.
Screen Auto Lock Locks the screen from further activity until the screen
is unlocked.
Time • Clock Alarm. Set an alarm.
• Time Setting. Set the current time (including
Daylight Savings Time).
• Time Zone. Set the time zone for your G955 system.
Storage • Formats/erases all the data on the microSD card.
Management • Permits new records to overwrite old records when
the microSD card is full.
System Upgrade Upgrades the monitor firmware.
Language Changes default language setting for the monitor
(English, French or Spanish).
Quick Tips NA Provides a list of 10 common questions.
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Camera Setup Screen
Pairing
Your cameras are paired to the monitor at the factory to
channels 1 and 2. When you add a new camera to your
system, you have to “introduce” the camera and monitor
to each other so they can communicate.
1. Tap the camera image you want to pair. A processing icon displays for a 60 second countdown.
2. Press and release the Pairing button on that camera’s power cord. The 60 second countdown
will end when the pairing process is complete.
3. The system will automatically adjust the Camera On screen.
You can also use this procedure to move a camera from one channel to a different channel.
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Camera On
When you add a camera to your system, pair up the camera with the monitor and the system will
automatically turn it on. An X indicates a camera that is turned off; a check mark indicates the
camera is turned on.
From the pop-up menu, tap the This screen should display:
following icons as they appear
on the screens:
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Brightness
From the pop-up menu, tap the This screen should display:
following icons as they appear
on the screens:
Tap the camera whose brightness level you want to change. The default brightness is 0, and the
range is from -2 through 2. Tap on the camera to
cycle through a range of settings.
Motion Detection
From the pop-up menu, tap the This screen should display:
following icons as they appear
on the screens:
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1. Each camera’s motion detection sensitivity can be set independently. You can set the motion
detection level to Off, Low, or High. Tap on the camera to cycle through these choices.
2. Tap to return to the main Recorder Setup screen.
The Motion Detection default setting for the cameras included in this system is set to Low.
The system records for 2 minutes when motion is detected.
Email Alert
The Uniden Guardian system can notify you when it detects motion from any camera by sending
you an e-mail alert. The e-mail alert contains information such as the time that motion was
detected and by which camera. In order to enable the Uniden Guardian system, you must enter
both incoming and outgoing email addresses.
Uniden recommends you use Gmail to set up as the outgoing email server.
The outgoing email server (SMTP server) is responsible for sending out the email notification to tell
users when the Uniden Guardian system detects motion from any camera (Motion Detection must
be activated).
The incoming mail server (Email To) receives the email notification sent from the SMTP server. The
user must be able to receive email on a Windows PC or on mobile devices (such as an iPhone, iPad,
or Android smartphone or tablet) to receive e-mail alerts from the Uniden Guardian system.
When you receive an email alert, you can view live video from your Windows PC, an iPhone, iPad,
Android smartphone or Android tablet through apps. Free apps are available through the Apple
App store or the Android Market.
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From the pop-up menu, tap the This screen should display:
following icons as they appear
on the screens:
3. Enter your outgoing e-mail SMTP server. You can switch the keyboard from alphabetical
characters to numbers/symbols and back again by tapping the field to the left of the space bar.
Tap Enter. The Email Alert screen displays again.
4. Repeat the previous step for the Password field. Tap Enter.
The password entered here must be the same password as the password for the outgoing
email account.
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5. Repeat Step 3 for the Email To field. Only one incoming email account will be accepted by the
Uniden Guardian system. The incoming email account can be different from the outgoing
email account.
6. Tap OK to save the settings, then tap to return to the previous screen.
If you are using Gmail as the outgoing SMTP server, check SSL/TLS and use the data in the following
table:
For Gmail
SMTP Server smtp.gmail.com Enter this.
SMTP Port 465 Enter this.
Username [email protected] Enter your gmail address in full,
including @gmail.com.
Password XXXXXXXXXX Enter the password for this
gmail account.
Email to [email protected] Enter the email address where
you want the alerts sent.
Schedule Record
You can schedule up to 5 recording sessions. You are limited to the size of the microSD card for
how long a total recording time you have. These recording sessions must begin and end within a
single 24-hour period. They cannot cross into the next day.
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From the pop-up menu, tap the This screen should display:
following icons as they appear
on the screens:
1. Tap the camera number you want to record (1 - 4). You can select up to all 4 cameras to record.
2. Set the recording start time. Tap the hour and number boxes separately and use the UP and
DOWN arrows to scroll through the times.
3. Tap the AM/PM block to toggle between them.
4. Tap on the blank Date box. The Recorder Setup
calendar screen displays.
5. Tap on the date you want the recording.
The previous screen displays.
6. Set up the recording and then tap SAVE. You can select
another recording session to schedule, return the
previous screen, or return to the Live screen.
Scheduled recordings are broken up into 15 minute file sizes. For example, if you record a 50
minute event, you will have three 15-minute recordings plus one 5-minute recording.
Clear a Scheduled Recording
1. Access the Schedule Record screen.
2. Tap recording you want to clear (1-5). The screen displays the settings for that schedule.
3. Tap CLEAR. The screen resets to the default values for that recording slot.
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Network Setup Screen
The Network Setup screen allows you to select your internet connection type and security code. You
can also display the system default configuration.
From the pop-up menu, tap the following icons This screen should display:
as they appear on the screens:
Internet Setup
1. Tap Internet Setup to display the Internet Setup
screen.
2. Tap on your selection and fill in the fields
requested. Tap OK.
Selection Fields
Static IP • IP Address
• Subnet Mask
• Default Gateway
• DNS Server
DHCP None
3. Tap OK at the system reboot prompt. The Network Setup screen displays.
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DCHP is the most common connection. Your router will automatically assign an IP address
to your Uniden Guardian system. Static IP is for those that have the ability to specify an IP
address for the Uniden Guardian system.
Security Code
Set up your security code to limit who can have access to the system from a remote location.
1. Tap Security Code to display the Security Code screen.
2. If you have not entered a security code, you can enter it here. If you have previously entered a
security code, your current security code displays.
The default security code is set to 123456. We recommend that you change this code to
something you will remember. You will need the code to access your video from a remote
device such as a smart phone or PC.
3. Tap on the Change Code field. A keyboard screen displays.
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4. Enter your security code. You can switch the keyboard from alphabetical characters to
numbers/symbols and back by tapping the field to the left of the space bar. Tap ENTER. The
Security Code screen displays again.
You must enter a security code to monitor your video from a PC or other device.
5. Tap OK on the system reboot prompt. The Network Setup screen displays.
6. Turn your Uniden Guardian monitor off then back on for the security code change to take
effect.
Network Information Screen
1. Tap Network Information to display the Network Information screen.
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Alarm Setup Screen
From the Alarm Setup screen, you can:
•• Set the length of time the alarm sounds.
•• Select a melody for the alarm.
Period
This selection allows you to select the length of time the alarm will sound for the alarm clock.
1. Tap Period. The Change Siren Duration screen displays.
2. Tap the duration you want the siren to last (2, 10, or 30 seconds) or tap None to turn sirens off.
3. Tap to return to the previous screen.
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Melody
This selection allows you to select a melody for the siren.
1. Tap Melody. The Change Siren Melody screen displays.
2. A check mark appears on the melody you tap and the monitor briefly plays a sample of the
selected melody.
3. Tap to return to the previous screen.
Power Saving
When you turn on Power Saving mode, the monitor goes into sleep mode (LCD turns off) after it is
idle for 2 minutes. Press the Power button once to reactivate the monitor (Default = Disable).
If a motion detection event or scheduled recording begins, the LCD turns back on.
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1. Tap Power Saving, then Enable to activate Power Saving mode (Default = Disable).
Clock Alarm
This feature operates as an independent alarm clock. It does not affect the operation of live video or
recording video.
2. Tap on each field to set it. The UP/DOWN arrows shift to that field. Use UP/DOWN to set the field.
3. Tap on AM/PM to toggle between the two.
4. Tap Daylight Saving to set Daylight Savings time.
5. Tap SAVE when you are finished.
It is important to set the correct time to ensure that the recorded video files and the
scheduled record times are correct.
Time Zone
Time Zone allows you to set the time zone your monitor is in. This is especially useful if you are
using the app in another time zone and you want to remotely access your recorded files. You can
set a filter for how far back you want to view files (the past hour, past 6 hours, etc - see page 52). Your
system will know that your request refers to the time zone the monitor is in. [Default = (GMT-6:00)
Central Time (USA & Canada)]
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1. Tap to display the Time Zone screen.
2. Scroll through the time zone lists to find your time zone. Tap on that time zone when you find
it.
3. Tap SAVE when you are finished. The Time Zone screen displays.
Storage Management
Storage Management lets you reformat your microSD card (erasing all records) or allow new video
records to copy over older records when the microSD card is full. Overwrite erases the oldest record
to free space for the new file. More than one record may be erased depending on the new file’s size.
The Uniden Guardian System supports up to a 32 GB microSD Card.
From the pop-up menu, tap the This screen should display:
following icons as they appear
on the screens:
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1. Tap Storage Management on the System Setup screen. The
Storage Management screen displays.
2. You can tap either Format or Overwite from this screen.
Format
Formatting the microSD card erases all data. If there are files
you need to keep, transfer those files from the microSD card to
your computer. See page 57 for details.
1. Tap the Format portion of the Storage Management screen. A confirmation screen displays,
asking if you wish to continue.
2. Tap OK.
Reformat your microSD card every 4 - 6 weeks for optimum performance.
Overwrite
Overwrite lets the system delete the oldest records in order to record new records when the
microSD card is full. It might be necessary to delete more than one record to save the new record,
depending on size.
1. Tap the Overwrite portion of the Storage Management screen.
2. A checkmark displays to indicate that the oldest files will be overwritten. If you turn off this
feature, an X displays and the system displays an out of space message when you ty to record
files and the microSD card is full.
System Upgrade
To upgrade the Uniden Guardian firmware, you will need to download the file from the Uniden
Video portal site (www.unidenvideo.com) or from the Uniden website (www.uniden.com) to your
computer. This file must then be transferred to the root directory of the microSD card used in your
Uniden Guardian system.
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From the pop-up menu, tap the This screen should display:
following icons as they appear
on the screens:
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From the pop up menu, tap the This screen should display:
following icons as they appear
on the screens:
1. Select a language to change to that language. The Restore Default Settings screen displays.
2. Tap OK to continue with the language reset. The system will reboot in about 5 seconds. If you
do not want to reset the language, tap CANCEL and return to the previous screen.
Changing the language will reboot the system and ask you to recalibrate the touch screen.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
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REMOTE ACCESS
OVERVIEW
Uniden Guardian lets you view live video from your Windows® PC, an iPhone®, iPad®, or AndroidTM
smartphone or tablet. Free apps are available through the Apple App Store or the Android Market.
This system uses P2P remote access technology and does not require configuring your router, port
forwarding or a remote DDNS service.
You must set up a free portal account to remotely view your system. Multiple users can access live
video at the same time as long as they have the DID code and security code.
The number of remote viewers is determined by the amount of “available upload
bandwidth” on your home network. Each remote viewer requires ~350kbps of bandwidth
on the network.
System Requirements
•• Microsoft® Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7
•• Internet Explorer® 8 or greater
•• iPhone® or
•• iPad® or
•• AndroidTM smartphone or tablet
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3. Place the monitor the maximum distance away from your router.
4. Turn on the monitor. A screen asks if you want to connect to the internet.
5. Tap Connect. The Internet Connection Status Indicator appears on the upper left of the LIVE
screen indicating that the system is connected to the internet.
While the system is connected to the internet:
►► The LIVE screen display rate may reduce to 2 - 3 frames per second.
►► The touch screen’s control operation will be limited. To return to full control of the touch
screen, disconnect from the internet.
6. When you connect remotely to the monitor, the Internet Connection Status Indicator shows
that remote view is in progress.
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2. Fill out this page and click Submit. The Legal Agreement displays.
3. Read and agree to the Legal Agreement. The Account Setup screen displays.
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5. Enter a Password (2). 3
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11. Provide a Device Nickname (1).
12. Select your retailer from the
list (2).
Enter the DID Code
After selecting your Uniden Guardian
system, you must enter the DID code.
This DID code can be found on the back of
your monitor. It is the characters underneath
the barcode. You also can find the DID code
on the Network Information screen.
1. Click the radio button by your 3
system (3).
2. Enter the DID code in all capital letters (4). 4
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1. Enter your own unique security code (1).
App Operation
When you open the app on your Android smartphone or tablet, the Globe screen displays. It also
shows the following icons:
Tap to add an additional Uniden Guardian system. The app takes you
back to the same screen you used to add your current system (see
page 47).
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1. Launch the Uniden Guardian 2 app and select your G955 system.
The main screen displays.
2. Tap the icon. The Edit System, Delete System, and View Recorded
Files icons display.
3. Tap View Recorded Files. A list of recorded files (Event List) displays.
You also have the following options available:
●● Across the bottom of screen is a camera selection field with a
drop-down menu; you can select which camera’s Event List you
want to view.
●● Tap the pencil icon to select recorded files to delete. Tap the
box on the right side of the entry to select it for deletion.
●● You can set a filter to display all files recorded within the past
hour, past 6 hours, etc. Tap Search (magnifying glass icon) to
display the filter selections. Select a filter and then tap Yes. The Event List displays again,
filtered accordingly.
When you set a filter, be sure the Time Zone feature is set accurately in the monitor to reflect
the current time zone for the system, not the time zone where you are. See page 36.
4. Tap on a file to play it. Two icons display on the screen:
Pause icon. Tap to pause playback. Tap again to resume playback.
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Snapshot icon. Tap to take a picture. Pictures are
saved to your phone.
iOS®
Establishing Your G955 System on the App.
In a similar fashion to the Android smart phone or tablet, you can use the Apple® iPhone® smart
phone or iPad® tablet with your Uniden Guardian system to remotely connect to and view camera
videos.
Follow these steps to establish your G955 system on the app.
1. From your iPhone® or iPad®, go to the Apple App Store
and search for Uniden Guardian 2. Download and install
this app to your device.
2. Launch the app; tap Press to add cameras to add your
system information to the app.
Enter a name for your G955 system in the System Name field.
Enter the same DID code from your Uniden Guardian
monitor in the DID field.
If your phone is connected via WiFi to the same network as
the Guardian system, tap Search. The app will look on your
network and find your Uniden Guardian system’s DID code.
Enter the security code.
Tap Save.
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3. The Uniden Guardian 2 system Main screen displays. A globe displays for each system you
connect to the Uniden Guardian 2 app.
If only one system is connected, the app will display the globe screen momentarily and then
display the last image from that system.
4. If you have more than one system on the app, tap your desired system’s globe to view live
video from that system.
App Operation
When you open the app on your iPhone or iPad, the Globe screen displays. It also shows the
following icons:
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Tap to add an additional Uniden Guardian system. The app takes you
back to the same screen you used to add your current system (see
page 51).
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To Enable Event Notification
You can set your smartphone or device to notify you when there is a new recorded file.
1. Tap Settings on your device.
2. Tap Notifications. A list of apps displays.
3. Tap Uniden Guardian 2.
4. The Uniden Guardian 2 setting screen displays. Turn the notification ON or OFF as desired.
To View Recorded Files from Your Mobile Device
Before you can view recorded files from your mobile device, you must connect the G955 to the
internet (see page 42).
1. Launch the Uniden Guardian 2 app and select your G955 system. The
Main screen displays.
2. Tap . The Edit System, Delete System, and View Recorded
Files icons display.
3. Tap View Recorded Files. A list of recorded files (Event List) displays.
You also have the following options available:
●● At the top of the screen is a camera selection field with a drop-
down menu; you can select which camera’s Event List you want
to view.
●● Tap Delete All to delete all recorded files displayed. Tap Delete
One and tap the file to delete. Red and white status buttons
display on the left side of the file name and a Delete button
displays on the right. Tap Delete to delete the file.
●● You can set a filter to display all files recorded within the
past hour, past 6 hours, etc. Tap on Search to display the
filter selections. Select a filter and then tap Close. The Event List displays again, filtered
accordingly.
When you set a filter, be sure the Time Zone feature is set in the monitor to accurately reflect
the current time zone for the system, not the time zone where you are. See page 36.
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4. Tap on a file to play it. Two icons display on the screen:
Pause icon. Tap to pause playback. Tap again to resume
playback.
TO DELETE FILES
1. Tap the Delete All or Delete One button on the bottom of the
list of files.
2. If you tap DELETE ALL, a confirmation message display. Tap
Yes or No.
If you tap DELETE ONE, the Event List displays again with red
and white circles. Tap the circle on the file you want to delete
and then tap DELETE.
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To Take Snapshots and Record from Live View
From the Live view, three icons display on this screen - Snapshot, Record, and Return.
Snapshot icon. Tap to take a picture. The picture is
saved to your phone.
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MAINTAINING YOUR SYSTEM
Upgrading your Uniden Guardian Firmware
Check your system firmware version on the Network Information screen.
Go to www.unidenvideo.com to check the current firmware level. Compare it to your system
firmware level. If you need to update your Uniden Guardian firmware, download the most current
firmware version to your system’s microSD card and then upload that firmware to the monitor.
1. Eject the microSD card from the monitor.
2. Insert the microSD card into your PC (use the included adapter).
3. Go to www.unidenvideo.com.
4. Copy the current firmware to the microSD card.
5. Remove the microSD card, take it out of the adapter, and reinsert it into the monitor.
6. Upgrade the firmware (see “System Upgrade” on page 39).
Cameras
When dust and grime builds up on the camera lens and glass, it affects night vision capability. The
infrared light reflects off of the dust and grime, limiting the camera’s “vision.” Use a microfiber cloth
to regularly clean the cameras or when night vision video is cloudy or unclear.
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SOLVING PROBLEMS
If you have any trouble with your system, try these simple steps. If you are still having a problem
with your camera, check the manual that came with your camera. If you still have a question, call
our Customer Care Line; see “Customer Care” on page 2.
If… Try..
The motion sensor won’t • Increasing the sensitivity of the motion sensor (see page 20).
respond to movement. • Checking the settings on the Record screen (see page 18).
The motion sensor goes off • Decreasing the sensitivity of the motion sensor (see page 20).
when there’s nothing there. • Refer to “Placement Considerations” on page 9.
• The video files play with a Quicktime® player. Download this free
I can’t play my video clips player from www.apple.com.
in another program. • Video will play in players such as Windows Media® Player if an
H.264 CODEC plug-in is installed.
I schedule a recording,
• Ensure that the system time is set to the current time.
save the schedule, and the
• Make sure that the microSD card is inserted into the monitor and
recording does not happen
there is still memory available on that card.
at the scheduled time.
• making sure the camera is plugged in and the red LED is on.
• making sure the camera is paired to the correct channel.
The camera’s signal status • re-pairing the camera and monitor.
icon shows no bars. • moving the camera closer to the monitor; it might be out of range.
• make sure the camera setting is turned on in Camera Setup (see
“Camera On” on page 24).
The camera’s signal status
See “General Guidelines” on page 9 for tips on improving video
icon shows one or two bars
quality.
or the video quality is poor.
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If… Try..
• making sure the camera is plugged in and the red LED is on.
The camera won’t pair with
• pressing and releasing the pairing button quickly. Do not press and
the monitor.
hold the pairing button.
When I power up my
• Verify that the cameras are turned on (see page 24).
monitor and cameras for
• If the Power Saving feature has been turned on, the monitor’s LCD
the first time, they seem
screen will power off. Tap the Power button to turn the LCD back
to be on but there is no
on.
picture on the screen.
I have my regular Live
Tap the Power button on top of the monitor. Screen lock may be on
screen but there are no
and tapping the Power button will unlock the screen.
icons.
The monitor picture has Using a blunt object like an unbent paper clip to press RESET and
frozen. reset the monitor. The monitor turns off. Press POWER to turn it back
on.
I cannot remotely access • Verify that the monitor is connected to the internet.
my recorded files. • Verify that the time zone is set correctly for the monitor.
If you are away from your system, you will need someone to
verify these items for you.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Radio Frequency Transceiver
RF Frequency 2.4 GHz
Modulation GFSK
Spread spectrum Frequency Hopping
Anti Interference Clean Channel Dynamic Select
Selectable camera channel 4
Data rate 2 Mbps
Transmitting range 500 feet (152 meters) in an open area (line of sight)
Image Specification
Output Image resolution 480 X 272, 320 x 240 (QVGA)
Image processing H.264
Exposure Auto
White balance Auto
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System Specifications Camera Monitor
Power consumption 650 mA max
20 IR LEDs, 1 Low
Low light solution N/A
light sensor
Low light sensitivity 1-8 lux N/A
OV7725 1/4” Color
Picture sensor N/A
CMOS
Lens F3.6mm H:55 V:44 N/A
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Lithium-Polymer Battery Warning
•• This equipment contains a rechargeable lithium-polymer battery.
•• Do not charge the battery in temperatures below 32° F (0° C) or higher than 113° F (45° C).
•• Do not open or mutilate the battery.
•• The rechargeable batteries contained in this equipment may explode if disposed of in a fire.
•• Do not short-circuit the battery.
•• Do not charge the rechargeable battery pack used in this equipment with any charger other
than the one designed to charge this battery pack as specified in the owner’s manual. Using
another charger may damage the battery pack or cause the battery pack to explode.
CAUTION! Rechargeable Batteries Must Be Recycled or Disposed of Properly.
Compliance Information
FCC Part 15 Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjected to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC rules and ETSI (EN) 300328. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in residential installations. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
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radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause interference to radio or television equipment reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•• Move the equipment away from the monitor.
•• Plug the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the monitor is connected.
•• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.
CAUTION! Any changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
RF Exposure Information
The antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm
(7.9”) from all persons and must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
IC Compliance Information
Radio Equipment Notice
The term “IC:” before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device. “Privacy of communications may not be ensured when using this device”.
CE Compliance Information
Products with CE Marking comply with EMC Directive (2004/108/EC); Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC);
R&TTE(1999/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives
implies conformity to the following European Norms:
•• EMC: EN 301 489
•• LVD: EN 60950
•• Radio: EN 300 328
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One-Year Limited Warranty
Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.
WARRANTOR: Uniden America Corporation (“Uniden”) ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one
year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials & craftsmanship
with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.
WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate & be of no further effect 12 months
after the date of original retail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is (A) damaged or not maintained as
reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any
configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other than
an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any
conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or
programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s manual for this product.
STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to this warranty at any time while
this warranty is in effect, warrantor will either, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit & return it to
you without charge for parts, service, or any other cost (except shipping & handling) incurred by warrantor
or its representatives in connection with the performance of this warranty. Warrantor, at its option, may
replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit.
THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THE SOLE & ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE
PRODUCT & IS IN LIEU OF & EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER
EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES
NOT COVER OR PROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so
the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, & you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. This warranty is void outside the United States of America & Canada.
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PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in the
owner’s manual you are certain that the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully (preferably in its
original packaging). Disconnect the battery from the Product & separately secure the battery in its own
separate packaging within the shipping carton. The Product should include all parts & accessories originally
packaged with the Product. Include evidence of original purchase & a note describing the defect that has
caused you to return it. The Product should be shipped freight prepaid, by traceable means, to warrantor at:
Uniden America Service
743 Henrietta Creek Rd.
Roanoke, TX 76262
(800) 297-1023, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Central, Monday through Friday
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