Install Nest Cam Outdoor - Google Help
Nest Cam Outdoor’s versatile mounting magnet helps you point your camera exactly where you want. The back of Nest Cam Outdoor attaches magnetically to the double-sided magnet mount. This lets you mount your camera two ways: you can stick the camera and its mounting magnet to a magnetic surface like a galvanized steel gutter, or you can ...
Set up and connect Nest camera - Google Help
Depending on which camera model you have, use either the Google Home app or Nest app to set it up. Download the one you need from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. Use the Google Home app to set up the following Nest cameras: Nest Cam (wired) Nest Cam with Floodlight; Nest Cam (battery) Use the Nest app to set up the following Nest ...
Technical specs for Nest cameras and doorbells - Google Help
Nest Cam Outdoor camera Mounting magnet Camera wall plate Power adapter Adapter wall plate Nest screws Wall anchors Cable clips Installation Guide Welcome Guide: Size and weight. Mass: 11.0 oz (313 g) Height: 2.8 in (7.2 cm) Width: 2.8 in (7.2 cm) Depth: 3.5 in (8.9 cm) Total cable length: 25 ft (7.5 m) Installation options
Using Nest cameras and doorbells indoors and outdoors
Nest Cam IQ Outdoor; Nest Cam Outdoor; Nest doorbell battery; Nest doorbell wired; These are Nest’s only cameras designed for outdoor installation and use. They were not designed with indoor use in mind. If you do use an outdoor camera inside your home, you may run into some issues with installation and performance.
Install Nest Cam IQ Outdoor - Google Help
Nest Cam IQ Outdoor is designed to be plugged into an indoor power outlet, so you’ll need to plan how you’ll run the cable through the wall to inside your home. Note: If you’ve purchased the Google Nest Weatherproof Power Adapter (available at the Google Store in select countries), you don’t need to worry about plugging in the power ...
Tips for camera placement - Google Nest Help
If your goal is to record an outdoor space, install one of our outdoor cameras to get the best quality video. They are designed to work outside and withstand the elements. If you prefer to use an indoor camera, here are some tips for pointing it out a window: Mount the camera so that the lens is flush against the glass to reduce reflections and ...
Get started with your Nest camera - Google Help
With Google Nest cameras, you can watch 24/7 live video of your home, get activity alerts sent to your phone when something happens, save video clips, and more. This article will help you get started with some of your Nest Cam’s most popular features. For Nest doorbells, follow how to get started using your video doorbell.
Internet bandwidth and speed requirements for Nest cameras
Some Nest cameras stream video and use bandwidth whenever it's turned on. However, newer Nest cameras and doorbells like the Nest Cam (wired), Nest Cam (battery), or Nest Doorbell (battery) only stream video when someone's watching the live stream or when your camera is recording detected events, so its data consumption will probably be lower ...
Night vision - Google Nest Help
When night vision is set to Auto, Nest cameras will wait to switch between normal and night modes only when the light gradually changes. For instance, at dusk or dawn, when the lighting is marginal. Some cameras will flip back and forth between normal and night modes, making the video too light or too dark. Night vision basics
How Nest cameras detect sound and motion - Google Nest Help
Google Nest cameras and doorbells, and Nest Hub Max look for motion and listen for relevant sounds. When you add a Nest Aware subscription, your camera uses advanced algorithms to pick out different kinds of activity. This makes the alerts you receive on your phone, tablet, or email even more helpful.