From d17649560a8eb9a9aada25b84c4df2d2406265bc Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: David Newgas Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2024 01:39:49 -0700 Subject: [PATCH] Add explicit setup step for opening HTTP/HTTPS port on reolink devices (#33306) --- source/_integrations/reolink.markdown | 24 +++++++++++++++--------- 1 file changed, 15 insertions(+), 9 deletions(-) diff --git a/source/_integrations/reolink.markdown b/source/_integrations/reolink.markdown index e9d9ac250fa..bc1b3551a58 100644 --- a/source/_integrations/reolink.markdown +++ b/source/_integrations/reolink.markdown @@ -303,17 +303,16 @@ However, these cameras can work with this integration through an NVR in which th ## Initial setup +### 1. Initializing and configuring camera credentials. + A brand new Reolink camera first needs to be connected to the network and initialized. During initialization, the credentials for the camera need to be set. -There are several ways to achieve this. +There are several ways to achieve this: -### Connecting Reolink via app/client +#### Connecting Reolink via app/client -The recommended way is to use the [Reolink mobile app, Windows, or Mac client](https://reolink.com/software-and-manual/). +The recommended way is to use the [Reolink mobile app, Windows, or Mac client](https://reolink.com/software-and-manual/), and follow the on-screen instructions. -1. Follow the on-screen instructions. -2. In Home Assistant, use the credentials you just configured in the Reolink app/client. - -### Connecting Reolink via a web browser +#### Connecting Reolink via a web browser When your camera has a LAN port (most Wi-Fi cameras also have a LAN port): @@ -324,9 +323,8 @@ When your camera has a LAN port (most Wi-Fi cameras also have a LAN port): - Go to **settings** (gear icon) > **Network** and fill in your Wi-Fi SSID and password. - If you have both a 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz network, check your camera's user guide to see which operating frequency is supported. - After that you can disconnect the LAN cable and the camera will automatically switch to the Wi-Fi connection. - 5. Now set up the Reolink Home Assistant integration using the credentials you just specified. -### QR code +#### QR code You can also connect a Wi-Fi camera using a self-made QR code. Once connected, follow the instructions under **Web browser**. Create a QR code using ISO-8859-1 character encoding (not UTF-8) with the following XML string: @@ -339,6 +337,14 @@ Normally, the digits are printed directly under the QR code. Alternatively, you Then power up the camera while pointing it at the QR code. It takes about a minute to initialize, read the QR code, and connect to your Wi-Fi. +### 2. Enabling HTTP/HTTPS ports + +Test if you can access the camera by its IP address in your browser `https://`. If you cannot, in the [windows or Mac](https://reolink.com/software-and-manual/) client ensure at least one of the HTTP/HTTPS ports are enabled under **Settings** > **Network** > **Advanced** > **Port Settings**. See [additional instructions](https://support.reolink.com/hc/en-us/articles/900004435763-How-to-Set-up-Reolink-Ports-Settings-via-Reolink-Client-New-Client-) on the Reolink site. + +### 3. Add integration in Home Assistant + +Set up the Reolink integration in Home Assistant using the credentials you set in step 1. + ## Showing the camera in the dashboard 1. One way to show the camera in the dashboard is by using the picture glance card.