What You'll Need

Step-by-Step Setup

Connect power using the included USB-C cable. Note this is USB-C, not the micro-USB from older Wyze cameras.
Wait for the voice prompt. The camera will say "Ready to connect" within about 30 seconds. The status light will flash yellow.
Open the Wyze app and sign in or create a free account.
Add the camera: Tap "+", then Add Device, select Cameras and Wyze Cam OG.
Scan the QR code. Hold your phone about 6 inches from the lens and wait for the confirmation chime.
Connect to 2.4GHz Wi-Fi. The Cam OG only supports 2.4GHz, so do not select a 5GHz network.
Position the camera. The magnetic base sticks to any metal surface. For non-metal surfaces, use the included mounting plate and screws.

Built-in Spotlight: Toggle manually from live view or set it to activate on motion detection. Not as bright as a floodlight, but enough to light up a porch.
Color Night Vision: The spotlight enables color footage at night instead of the usual black-and-white infrared image.
Detection Settings: Configure motion and sound sensitivity. Set up a detection zone to reduce false notifications.
Local Recording: Insert a microSD card (up to 256GB) for continuous or event-only recording without a subscription.
RTSP Streaming: The Cam OG supports RTSP natively -- enable it under Advanced Settings for a direct video stream URL.

Alexa: Enable the Wyze skill, then say "Alexa, show me [camera name]" on Echo Show or Fire TV.
Google Home: Link your Wyze account to view the feed on Nest Hub displays and Chromecast devices.
Home Assistant: Use the native RTSP stream URL with Home Assistant, Blue Iris, or any other NVR software. No special firmware needed.

Spotlight not turning on: Check that it is enabled in settings. In auto mode, it only activates on motion in low-light conditions.
No audio during two-way talk: Make sure the Wyze app has microphone permissions on your phone (iOS: Settings > Wyze > Microphone).
Wi-Fi connection fails: Only 2.4GHz is supported. If your router combines bands, try moving closer to the router during setup or temporarily disable 5GHz.
Magnetic base not holding: Clean the surface with alcohol first. For outdoor installations, use the screw mount instead.
Video buffering: Check signal strength in the Wyze app under Device Info. Below two bars means you need a Wi-Fi extender.
Factory reset: Hold the setup button for 10 seconds until the light flashes and you hear "Ready to connect."

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