Quick Start

Product Overview

The NE100 series is a high-performance smart camera product line designed for IoT applications, with the NE101 standard firmware providing core functions such as timed capture and data reporting. This guide will help you quickly master the usage of the product.

Hardware Preparation

Hardware Components

• Complete Device: Includes full enclosure and battery compartment
• Development Board: Exposed PCB board for easy debugging and development
• Accessory Pack: Includes USB data cable, mounting bracket, etc.

For detailed hardware descriptions, please refer to:

• Hardware Components Overview
• Hardware Connection Guide

Operating Guide

Device Installation

Complete Device Mode (Factory Configuration)

Usage Points:

1. Open the back cover to install the battery (pay attention to the polarity)
2. Waterproof design, suitable for outdoor installation
3. Standard 1/4 screw hole, compatible with most brackets

Development Board Mode (Debugging)

Usage Points:

1. Power via Type-C interface (5V/1A or above)
2. Interface designed to prevent incorrect connections
3. Reserved debugging serial port (115200 bps)

Safety Tips: Ensure correct battery installation in complete device mode; avoid short-circuit risks in development board mode

Quick Start Process

1. Powering the Device

   • Complete Device: Automatically starts after battery installation
   • Development Board: Connect USB power

2. Status Confirmation

   • Power indicator lights up for 1 second indicating successful start
   • System initialization takes approximately 1 minute

3. Entering Configuration Mode

   • Short press the function key (about 0.5 seconds)
   • Device hotspot name displays as NE101_XXXXXX

4. Connecting to Management Interface

   • Connect your phone/computer to the device WiFi
   • Access http://192.168.1.1

Core Function Configuration

Image Capture Settings

Key Parameters:

• Flash Mode:

  • Intelligent Auto (default)
  • Timed On
  • Forced Off

• Image Adjustment:

  • Brightness grading adjustment (0-90 levels)
  • Three-axis adjustment (brightness/contrast/saturation)
  • Image mirroring function

Capture Plan Configuration

Working Modes:

1. Timed Capture: Set specific time points
2. Interval Shooting: Set cycle period (5 minutes - 24 hours)
3. External Trigger Mode: Trigger via Alarm-In signal
4. Manual Mode: Capture triggered by button press

Network and Data

Network Test (Serial Connection):

# Example of executing ping test via serial port
ping www.example.com -c 4

Data Reporting:

1. Configure MQTT server parameters
2. Verify data stream using MQTTX tool
3. Check reporting status

Function Verification Process

1. Enter sleep mode (auto wake-up after 5 minutes)
2. Trigger capture task (timed/manual/external trigger)
3. Confirm image quality (resolution/exposure/focus)
4. Verify data upload (server reception confirmation)

Detailed Device Working Modes

Mode	Trigger Condition	Duration	Main Function
Initialization	Auto on power-up	~1 minute	System self-check, time synchronization
Configuration	Button trigger	1-5 minutes	Parameter setting, status check
Working	Plan trigger	As needed	Image capture, data reporting
Sleep	Auto entry	As planned	Low-power standby

Advanced Functions

Device Maintenance

• Hardware Reset: Short press reset button to restart
• Device Information: View MAC address/firmware version
• Wireless Upgrade: Supports OTA firmware updates

Technical Support: It is recommended to complete a full function test during the first use.