Why Recalibrate Your Wyze Cam Pan
- Over time, your Wyze Cam Pan might lose its alignment due to manual adjustments or firmware updates. This can lead to inaccurate positioning when using the tilt and pan functions.
- Recalibrating helps to ensure smooth and precise movements, enhancing the camera's effectiveness in monitoring your space.
Preparing for Recalibration
- Ensure your Wyze Cam Pan is connected to power and has a stable internet connection.
- Make sure the Wyze app is installed on your smartphone and that you are logged in with the correct account.
- Close any other apps that may disturb the calibration process.
Steps to Recalibrate Wyze Cam Pan
- Open the Wyze app on your smartphone and navigate to the home screen.
- Select your Wyze Cam Pan from the list of devices.
- Tap on the gear icon in the top right corner to access the camera settings.
- Scroll down and tap on "Advanced Settings."
- Under Advanced Settings, find and tap on "Motor Controls."
- Select the "Recalibrate" option. This will initiate the recalibration process. Your camera will start moving to recalibrate itself.
- Wait for the process to complete. This may take a few moments, during which the camera will adjust its pan and tilt to find the correct angles.
Testing and Verification
- After recalibration, use the pan and tilt controls in the Wyze app to ensure that the camera responds accurately to your commands.
- If the camera still seems uncalibrated, you may need to repeat the recalibration process.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- If the camera does not recalibrate properly, make sure it is on a flat, stable surface and that there are no obstructions around it.
- Ensure that you have the latest firmware installed by checking for updates in the Wyze app.
- If issues persist, try power cycling the camera by unplugging it, waiting 10 seconds, and plugging it back in before trying to recalibrate again.
Maintaining Proper Functionality
- Recalibrate your Wyze Cam Pan periodically or whenever you notice misalignment.
- Avoid frequent manual adjustments as this can disrupt the camera's alignment.
By following these steps, you should be able to recalibrate your Wyze Cam Pan successfully, ensuring it provides optimal coverage and security monitoring.
