O-KAM Pro Help CenterDark Night Image and Installation Precautions
Troubleshoot dark night images and learn proper installation practices
Dark Night Image and Installation Precautions
If your camera's night vision image appears dark or unclear, this guide will help you troubleshoot the issue and ensure proper installation.
Common Cause
The device may not have night vision function enabled. Click Live Preview > More > Night Vision on the App and select Black and White Night Vision or Smart Night Vision. If your camera supports Full Color Night Vision, you can also try switching to Full Color Night Vision.
Installation Precautions
If the image is still relatively dark after enabling the night vision function, it is usually caused by the incorrect installation. To ensure better night vision, the following precautions should be taken during installation.
Avoid Direct Light, Close Occlusion, and Too Open Space
Installation Guidelines
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Do not install in a backlight scene, avoid direct exposure, such as sunlight, light signs, counters, etc.
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The installation should avoid close occlusion, especially reflective objects such as tiles and white walls.
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Avoid excessively empty scenes such as the device being directly exposed to the water surface.
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Full color night vision mode and smart night vision mode are not recommended for indoor use.
Comparison Examples
Correct Installation
Comparison of night vision effects of correct installation:
Comparison of night vision effects with correct installation
Incorrect Installation Examples
The following scenarios will result in poor night vision quality.
Comparison of night vision effects of incorrect installation:
Examples of poor night vision due to incorrect installation
Quick Troubleshooting
- Check night vision is enabled in Live Preview > More > Night Vision
- Verify installation location - avoid reflective surfaces and water
- Adjust camera angle - point away from direct light sources
- Consider repositioning if the environment has too many reflective objects