1. Introducció
The Imou Cruiser is an advanced outdoor security camera designed to provide comprehensive surveillance with its 4MP QHD resolution, pan/tilt capabilities, and intelligent features. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your Imou Cruiser camera to ensure optimal performance and security for your property.

Figure 1.1: Imou Cruiser Security Camera
The Imou Cruiser is a sleek, black and white outdoor security camera featuring two prominent antennas for enhanced Wi-Fi connectivity. It is designed for wall mounting and offers a wide field of view for comprehensive surveillance.
2. Configuració
2.1. Què hi ha a la caixa
- 1x Imou Cruiser Camera
- 1 x suport de muntatge
- 1x Plantilla de muntatge
- 1x Guia d’inici ràpid
- 1x Power Adapter (with 3-meter waterproof power cord)
2.2. Instal·lació física
The Imou Cruiser is designed for wall mounting. Use the provided mounting template to mark drill holes. Secure the mounting bracket to the desired outdoor location, ensuring it is within Wi-Fi range and has access to a power outlet. The camera is IP66 weatherproof, suitable for various outdoor conditions.

Figure 2.1: Camera Installation Overview
This image illustrates the Imou Cruiser camera mounted on an exterior wall, demonstrating its typical installation position for outdoor surveillance. The camera is white with black accents, featuring two adjustable antennas.
2.3. Connexió d'alimentació
Connect the power adapter to the camera's power input. The camera comes with a 3-meter waterproof power cord, allowing for flexible placement while ensuring protection against outdoor elements.
2.4. App Installation and Wi-Fi Setup
Download the 'Imou Life' app from your smartphone's app store (iOS or Android). Follow the in-app instructions to create an account and add your new Imou Cruiser camera. The app will guide you through connecting the camera to your 2.4G Wi-Fi network.
Video 2.1: How to connect the Cruiser to Wi-Fi
This video provides a step-by-step guide on connecting your Imou Cruiser camera to your home Wi-Fi network using the Imou Life application. It demonstrates the process of pairing the device and establishing a stable connection for remote access and control.
3. Característiques operatives
3.1. 360° Coverage & Pan/Tilt
The Imou Cruiser offers extensive coverage with its 355° horizontal pan and 90° vertical tilt rotation range. This allows you to remotely adjust the camera's viewing angle via the Imou Life app, ensuring no blind spots in your surveillance area.

Figura 3.1: Funcionalitat de panoràmica i inclinació
This image visually demonstrates the 355° horizontal and 90° vertical rotation capabilities of the Imou Cruiser camera, highlighting its ability to cover a wide area. It shows the camera mounted on a house, with arrows indicating its extensive range of motion.
3.2. 4MP QHD & Full Color Night Vision
Equipped with 4MP QHD glass optics, the camera delivers crisp and clear images. Its two built-in spotlights enable full-color night vision, providing detailed and vibrant footage even in low-light conditions. You can switch between different night vision modes (IR, Color, Smart) via the app.

Figure 3.2: Image Quality Comparison (4MP vs 1080P)
This comparison image highlights the superior clarity and detail of 4MP QHD resolution compared to standard 1080P, showcasing the enhanced visual quality provided by the Imou Cruiser camera for identifying objects and details.

Figure 3.3: Full Color Night Vision in Action
This image demonstrates the camera's ability to capture full-color video at night, contrasting with traditional black and white infrared night vision. It shows a vibrant night scene, indicating the effectiveness of the built-in spotlights for clear, colorful nighttime surveillance.
Video 3.1: Smart Pan & Tilt Outdoor Camera for Your Home
This video showcases the smart pan and tilt features of the Imou Cruiser, demonstrating its ability to automatically track motion and provide comprehensive outdoor coverage for home security. It highlights the camera's versatility in monitoring large areas.
3.3. Smart Human Motion Tracking
Advanced AI algorithms distinguish human motion from other movements, reducing false alarms. The camera automatically tracks the detected human subject, records real-time video, and sends instant alerts to your smartphone.
3.4. Floodlight and Sound Alarm
Upon human motion detection, the camera activates its mini floodlight and security siren. This deters intruders, records the scene in full color, and sends immediate alerts to your smartphone, enhancing proactive security.

Figure 3.4: Active Deterrence with Floodlight and Siren
This image depicts the Imou Cruiser's active deterrence features, showing a built-in spotlight illuminating a detected human figure and a siren icon, indicating the camera's ability to activate an alarm to ward off potential threats.
3.5. Xerrada bidireccional
Communicate directly with visitors or deter unwanted guests using the built-in speaker and microphone for two-way audio. This feature allows for real-time interaction through the Imou Life app.

Figure 3.5: Two-Way Communication
This image illustrates the two-way talk functionality, showing a person speaking into a smartphone and a child on a scooter outside a house, with speech bubbles indicating real-time audio communication through the camera.
3.6. Recording & Storage
The Imou Cruiser supports multiple storage options: local storage via a Micro SD card (up to 256GB), Network Video Recorder (NVR), or secure cloud storage. This ensures continuous recording and easy access to your video history.

Figure 3.6: Video Recording Timeline and Storage
This graphic displays a video playback timeline with thumbnails, indicating recorded events over several days. It also highlights the available storage options: SD Card, Cloud Storage, and NVR, providing flexibility for video retention.
4. Manteniment
4.1. Resistència a la intempèrie
The camera boasts an IP66 weatherproof and dustproof design, allowing it to operate reliably in various external weather conditions, from extreme cold (-30°C) to heat (60°C), ensuring year-round surveillance.
4.2. Neteja
Per mantenir una nitidesa òptima de la imatge, netegeu periòdicament la lent de la càmera amb un drap suau i sec.amp cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could damage the lens or casing.
4.3. Actualitzacions de firmware
Comproveu i instal·leu regularment si hi ha actualitzacions de firmware a través de l'aplicació Imou Life. Les actualitzacions sovint inclouen millores de rendiment, noves funcions i millores de seguretat.
5. Solució De Problemes
- Sense energia: Ensure the power adapter is securely connected to the camera and a working power outlet. Check the power cord for any damage.
- Desconnexió Wi-Fi: Verify your Wi-Fi network is active and the camera is within range. Restart your router and the camera. If issues persist, try re-pairing the camera with the Imou Life app.
- Mala qualitat d'imatge: Check the lens for dirt or obstructions. Ensure adequate lighting, especially for full-color night vision. Verify your internet connection speed.
- Falses alarmes: Adjust the motion detection sensitivity settings in the Imou Life app. Utilize the human motion detection feature to filter out non-human movements.
- Problemes de conversa bidireccional: Ensure your smartphone's microphone is enabled for the Imou Life app. Check the camera's microphone and speaker settings in the app.
6. Especificacions
| Característica | Especificació |
|---|---|
| Número de model | IPC-S42FN |
| Resolució de captura de vídeo | 4 MP (2.5K QHD) |
| Resolució de vídeo efectiva | 4 MP |
| Tecnologia de connectivitat | Sense fil (Wi-Fi) |
| Protocol de connectivitat | Wi-Fi |
| Tecnologia de comunicació sense fils | Wi-Fi |
| Tipus de controlador | App Control, Amazon Alexa |
| Ús interior/exterior | A l'aire lliure |
| Classificació de protecció internacional | IP66 |
| Pan/Tilt Field Of View | 360 graus (355° horitzontal, 90° vertical) |
| Gamma de visió nocturna | 30 metres |
| Tecnologia de poca llum | Color nocturn |
| Tipus d'alerta | Àudio i moviment |
| Àudio bidireccional | Sí |
| Font d'alimentació | Battery Powered (Note: Product specifications indicate 12 Volts, 12 watts, and no batteries required, implying wired power) |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Wattage | 12 watts |
| Dimensions de l'article (L x A x A) | 5.45 x 4.79 x 10.14 polzades |
| Pes de l'article | 2.27 lliures |
| UPC | 689323943425 |
7. Garantia i Suport
Imou is committed to protecting your privacy and complies with GDPR Data Protection Regulation. The company adopts advanced TLS encryption technology to protect your data. Only you have access to the data stored on the Micro SD card, NVR, or cloud.
For warranty information, technical support, or service inquiries, please refer to the official Imou weblloc web o poseu-vos en contacte amb els seus canals d'atenció al client. Conserveu el rebut de compra per a reclamacions de garantia.





