Camera

Where is the camera located on the Skyroam Solis X?

The camera is located on the side of the Skyroam Solis X  

How do I use the camera?

To use the camera feature on Skyroam Solis X:  

1. Connect to Skyroam Solis X WiFi Network
2. Open the Solis App on your smartphone 
3. On the status page, select “Camera” 
4. Preview the photo or video you’d like to capture
5. Click the round orange button on Solis App

*There is no physical button on the Skyroam Solis X, you must use the Solis App to capture 

Do I have to be connected to Skyroam Solis X WiFi to use the camera?

Yes, you have to be connected to the Skyroam Solis WiFi to use the camera. However, you can turn off the data on the status screen in the control center in order to not use up any of your paid data service. 

How do I turn on the camera timer? 

To turn on the camera timer:

1. From the status screen of the Solis App, click on “Camera”
2. In the preview section of the camera to the right of the round orange button there is a timer icon. If you tap on the timer icon, you will see the options to select: 

• 3 seconds
• 5 seconds
• 10 seconds

3. Once selected, continue and capture. 

How do I turn on the camera flash?

To turn on the camera flash:

1. From the status screen of the Solis App, click on “Camera”
2. In the preview section of the camera to the left of the round orange button, there is a flash icon. If you tap on the flash icon, this will enable and disable the flash function. Select which setting you would like. 
3. Once selected, continue and capture.

Can my Skyroam Solis X take video?

Yes, your Skyroam Solis X can take video. 

How do I save photos and videos to my smartphone?

To save photos and videos: 

1. Visit the camera gallery 
2. Select which photos or videos you’d like to save to your smartphone 
3. Once selected, a “Save” icon will appear on the bottom left hand of the screen. Tap on this and select where you want to save the media. 

Why can’t I preview and use my camera with the web account portal a.skyroam.com?

The Skyroam Solis X camera features are only compatible with our Solis App. In order to fully use this feature, the mobile app be needed.

How can I disable the camera? 

To disable all camera features: 

1. Visit the account page on the Solis app
2. Select the Manage Hotspots tab 
3. Select the hotspot you’d like to disable, and tab Camera OFF. The slide bar will then reflect Camera OFF.

What are the camera specifications? 

• Camera Sensor: 8 MP
• Video: 720p
• Field of View: 80° 
• Aperture: f/2.4
• ISO: 100 to 1600