Yes. Canary Flex has an IP65 rating, which means it can function, rain or shine
. If you plan to use Canary Flex outside while connected to power, you can plug your device into a weatherproof, covered outlet if you see a green dot on the bottom of the power adapter.
Can you use Canary without membership?
Canary, a connected home security camera company, announced changes to its free service last week that went into effect on Tuesday. Under the new terms,
non-paying users will no longer be able to freely access night mode on their cameras nor will they be able to record video for later viewing
.
Does Canary work without Wi-Fi?
Do I need an internet connection to use Canary Pro? Yes.
Canary Pro must be connected to the internet either via Wi-Fi (2.4GHz) or wired Ethernet (cable not included)
.
Does Canary Flex have a siren?
Note: Canary Flex and Canary View
does not include a built-in siren
, however members of our Professional Monitoring have access to the Audio Alerts feature, enabling a siren sound to be emitted.
How do you charge a Canary Flex?
Plug in your device. After about 30 seconds (time for the Canary Flex to start up) keep the device plugged in and hold down the button on the back of the device for 5 seconds until you hear the shutdown sound. The LED on the front of your Canary Flex will turn on automatically indicating that charging is in progress.
How do I turn off my canary night vision?
- Open the Canary app.
- Tap the three bars on the top right.
- Tap Settings.
- Tap Modes.
- Tap Night mode.
- Make sure Schedule night mode is set to the off position (gray).
How many Canary cameras can you have?
Is there a limit to how many Canary devices I can have in a single location? If you are enrolled in Canary Premium Service,
there is no limit to the amount of devices you can have in a single location
. If you are enrolled in the included Free Access, you can have up to 4 devices.
Can I use my Canary as a Webcam?
Starting today,
all Canary users with Premium Service can now use the Web app to to stream live video and view recorded events from a desktop or mobile browser
.
Can Canary record continuously?
Canary will begin recording an event when motion is first detected, and
continue to record all motion throughout a ten minute window
.
How long do Canary Flex batteries last?
A single charge allows the camera to go wire-free due to its extended life rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. The Canary Flex Camera typically has a battery life of
2 to 3 months
under normal use.
How much is Canary membership?
We recommend subscribing to the Canary membership services for
$9.99 per month
(or save money by buying a year for $99). By subscribing, you get unlimited video downloads, two-way talk, desktop streaming, and 30 days of full-length video history.
How much is the canary subscription?
Only
$9.99/month
Stream live HD video and audio from your Canary device to your phone. Full-length videos begin when motion is detected and last until the motion ends.
Does Canary Flex have night vision?
Canary Pro and Canary Flex come equipped with automatic night vision
. Canary uses an ambient light sensor (ALS) to detect light levels. When there is insufficient light to record clearly, your device will automatically use night vision.
Is Canary Flex waterproof?
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What does it mean to call someone a Canary?
someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police
. synonyms: fink, sneak, sneaker, snitch, snitcher, stool pigeon, stoolie, stoolpigeon. type of: betrayer, blabber, informer, rat, squealer.
Why is my Canary Flex Green?
Solid green indicates a fully charged battery
. No internet connection or unable to connect to Canary Cloud. Trying to connect to a Wi-Fi network. Canary Flex is connected and recording motion, asleep and not recording motion, set to private, or off.
Why is my Canary Flex offline?
If you see a message on your Canary apps home screen that states “Canary is offline”
your device could be powered off, your ISP could be down, the camera may not be connected to the internet or the Canary cloud may have a temporary service outage
. When operating unplugged, Canary Flex uses a low-power standby state.
How do I turn off my Canary Flex?
To turn off Canary Flex,
hold down the back button for five seconds until you hear the shutdown sound and the LED ring turns off
. To turn on Canary Flex, hold down the back button for one second until the LED ring is white and spinning, then release.
Can Canaries see in the dark?
Most of us believe that a full spectrum bulb will give our birds UV, but some say that it isn't very effective. They point out that the bulb itself is made of light-blocking glass!
It is possible that your canary can see more than you, except in the night.
Why is my Canary camera red?
A red, pink, or purple tint to your Canary's video feed means that
the infrared filter has gotten stuck in place in front of the camera lens
.
What does dim LED lights on Canary mean?
One of the most requested features was to be able to dim the lights on the Canary devices. On all devices but the Flex, this is now an option. Dimming the LED lights will
make the device less prominent during nighttime use
.
How do you add a Canary Flex?
- From the Home Screen tap the 3 lines in the top right corner.
- In the menu, scroll down to “Take Action”, tap on “Add a device”.
- Select the location you are setting the device up on, then tap “Next”.
- Select the type of Canary you are setting up.
What is a location Canary?
Canary can
use your phone's location to automatically switch between Away, Home, and Night modes when you arrive or leave your device's location
. Location services use a combination of technologies: Cellular signal, Wi-Fi, and GPS.
Does the canary camera record?
By default, all locations are set to not record in Home mode, with Watch Live on
. Unless your location has Canary Premium Service, you will not be able to customize device behavior in Home mode. Even though video won't be recorded, you can still Watch Live as long as that function is turned on.
How do I know if my Canary camera is on?
A solid white light if your device is online typically indicates that your Canary is recording
. If your camera shows as offline then the device is stuck in the boot up stage, much like a solid red light. This typically occurs shortly after connecting your Canary to power.
How many Canary devices can I have?
If you are on Basic Service, you can have
up to 4 devices on a single location
. Note: To learn more about Premium Service benefits, visit Canary Premium Service FAQ.
What is Canary self monitoring?
Canary is
the all-in-one home security system that you control from your phone
. It has HD video and audio, a built-in siren, and sensors for temperature, humidity and air quality. Canary lets you see what's happening at home and take action.
