Shelly camera

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Device identification

  • Device name: Shelly Camera

  • Device model: S1CM-0DXW00

  • Device SSID: ShellyCamera-XXXXXXXXXXXX

  • Device Bluetooth ID: 0x5000

Short description

Shelly Camera is a compact Wi-Fi camera that delivers clear 1080p Full HD video and black-and-white night vision, helping you keep an eye on your home day and night. It combines reliable local control with cloud-based AI object recognition for smarter, more useful monitoring.

With motion detection, up to 10 customizable motion zones, and instant notifications, Shelly Camera lets you know when movement is detected so you can respond quickly. Privacy (blackout) zones keep selected areas out of view, while Privacy Mode disables video recording, the microphone, and the speaker whenever you want complete privacy. The built-in microphone and speaker also let you listen and talk through the camera.

Shelly Camera connects through dual-band Wi-Fi and supports Bluetooth for easy setup. It works with Shelly Cloud, Home Assistant, Frigate NVR, and other popular smart-home platforms, while its built-in web interface provides direct local control. Advanced users can also create custom automations using scripting, MQTT, and WebSocket.

Main features

  • Dual-band Wi‑Fi connectivity with Bluetooth support

  • Full HD 1080p video quality with live viewing

  • Black-and-white night vision for monitoring in low-light conditions

  • Motion detection with up to 10 customizable motion zones

  • Instant alerts and notifications when movement is detected

  • Cloud-based AI object recognition for smarter monitoring

  • Built-in microphone and speaker for two-way communication

  • Privacy tools with privacy (blackout) zones and a Privacy Mode that stops the camera from working

  • Privacy (blackout) zones and a dedicated Privacy Mode that disables video recording, the microphone, and the speaker

  • Local storage on a microSD card, downloadable recordings, and optional EU-based Shelly Cloud storage

  • Powered via USB‑C (5 V, 1 A)


Use cases

  • Home security monitoring
    Keep an eye on your home while you’re away. Shelly Camera records motion events, sends instant alerts with preview images, and stores footage locally or in the cloud for quick review anytime.

  • Baby or pet monitoring
    Check in on your baby or pet remotely through the Shelly App. The built-in microphone lets you listen in, while motion alerts notify you when there’s movement in the room.

  • Office and small business surveillance
    Monitor offices, shops, or storage areas discreetly. Define up to 10 motion zones to focus on key entry points and receive instant notifications of suspicious activity.

  • Vacation home protection
    Set up the camera in your second home and use privacy mode when you’re there. When you leave, enable motion-triggered recording and receive alerts directly to your phone.

  • Integration in smart home automations
    Combine Shelly Camera with other Shelly devices. For example, trigger lights to turn on automatically when motion is detected, or pause recording when your security system is disarmed.

  • Elderly care monitoring
    Place Shelly Camera in a common area to discreetly check on elderly family members. Motion notifications can alert you to unusual inactivity or movement, helping ensure their safety without invading privacy.

  • Garage or indoor entrance monitoring
    Install the camera near entryways or inside garages to capture movement and receive alerts when someone enters, perfect for tracking arrivals, deliveries, or unexpected visitors.

  • Discreet placement for a clean interior look
    Shelly Camera’s compact design makes it easy to position neatly in any room without disrupting the décor. Ideal for users who want reliable monitoring while keeping their space tidy and uncluttered.


Main applications

  • Residential

  • MDU (Multi Dwelling Units - apartments, condominiums, hotels, etc.)

  • Light commercial (small office buildings, small retail/restaurant/gas station, etc.)

  • Government/municipal

  • University/college

Integrations

Amazon Alexa supported capabilities

  • Camera Stream Controller

Google Smart Home supported traits

  • Camera Stream

Samsung SmartThings supported capabilities

  • Video Camera

  • Video Stream

Detailed inputs and outputs description

  • USB-C

Connectivity

  • Wi-Fi

  • Bluetooth

User interface

Inputs

  • Side button

    • Single press:
      Toggle Privacy Mode (camera streaming and recording On/Off).

    • Press and hold for 5 s:
      Enable Wi-Fi AP mode.
      Note: This disconnects the device from your Wi-Fi network.

    • Press and hold for 10 s:
      Perform factory reset (available 30 seconds after powering on the device).

  • Back switch button

    • Switch On:
      Camera powered on and operational.

    • Switch Off:
      Camera completely powered off (no streaming, recording, or network activity).

Outputs

  • LED indication

    • LED constantly on:
      Camera streaming/recording is active.

    • LED flashing slowly:
      Connecting/reconnecting to Wi-Fi
      (1 s ON / 3 s OFF).

    • LED flashing steadily:
      Wi-Fi AP (Access Point) mode active.
      (1 s ON / 1 s OFF)

    • LED flashing rapidly:
      Firmware update (OTA) in progress
      (0.5 s ON / 0.5 s OFF).

    • LED off:
      Camera powered off or LED indication disabled.

  • Speaker

    • Rising Chime:
      Camera is powered on

    • Rising two-tone:
      Privacy Mode enabled

    • Falling two-one:
      Privacy Mode disabled

    • Repeated rising ping:
      Wi-Fi AP mode enabled

    • Descending chime
      Factory reset performed


Specifications

Quantity

Value

Physical

Size (HxWxD):

60x53x53 mm / 2.36x2.09x2.09 inch

Weight:

60 g / 2.12 oz

Mounting:

  • Flat surface - freestanding on integrated base.

  • Wall - magnetic base with included adhesive metal plate.

  • Ceiling - magnetic base with included adhesive metal plate.

Pan/Tilt control:

Manually adjustable pan and tilt

Shell material:

Plastic

Shell color:

  • Black

  • White

Environmental

Ambient working temperature:

-20°C to 40°C / 5°F to 105°F

Humidity:

30% to 70% RH

Max. altitude:

2000 m / 6562 ft

Electrical

Power supply:

5 VDC via USB-C, 1 A

Sensors, meters

Data export:

MP4 via Embedded Web

Microphone:

Yes

Speaker:

Yes

Camera specific

Video resolution

1920 x 1080

Field of view:

110° horizontal / 70° vertical

Night vision:

Black and white

Audio:

Two-way audio

Motion detection:

Camera-based video analysis

Camera zones:

Up to 10 motion/privacy zones

Streaming options:

  • Local streaming

  • Cloud streaming

Streaming protocols:

  • WebRTC - peer-to-peer live viewing

  • RTSP - local streaming to compatible DVR/NVR systems

Capture formats:

  • Video

  • Photo

Recording modes:

  • Automatic - motion-triggered

  • Manual - start/stop

Recording destination:

  • Local

  • Cloud

  • Local and Cloud

Local storage:

microSD card, up to 512 GB (not included), FAT32-formatted

Recording duration:

  • Without a microSD card: Network-dependent

    • 720p: Approximately 20 s on slower connections; longer on faster connections

    • 1080p: Approximately 10 s on slower connections; longer on faster connections

  • With a microSD card: Limited by available storage capacity

Radio

Wi-Fi

Protocol:

802.11 b/g/n

RF band:

  • 2401 - 2483 МHz

  • 5150 - 5850 MHz

Max. RF power:

< 20 dBm

Range:

Up to 30 m / 100 ft indoors and 50 m / 160 ft outdoors
(Depends on local conditions)

Bluetooth

Protocol:

4.2

RF band:

2400 - 2483.5 MHz

Max. RF power:

< 20 dBm

Range:

Up to 10 m / 33 ft indoors and 30 m / 100 ft outdoors
(Depends on local conditions)

Microcontroller unit

CPU:

Ingenic T23N

Firmware capabilities

Schedules:

20

Webhooks (URL actions):

20 with 5 URLs per hook

Scripting:

Yes

MQTT:

Yes

Encryption:

Yes

Components and APIs

Compliance

Printed user guide