Camera Device

Device Category: camera

The Camera device represents a surveillance or monitoring system designed for video and image capturing, with additional features for environmental monitoring and interaction.

Required Channels

These channels are mandatory for the functionality of the camera:

Channel	Description	Multiple	Details
`camera`	Provides video and image data streams from surveillance or monitoring cameras. This channel supports configuration and control of camera devices, such as surveillance cameras or babysitting monitors.	No	See details
`device_information`	Provides metadata about the device, including manufacturer details, model information, and operational statuses.	No	See details

Optional Channels

These channels are optional and provide additional features:

Channel	Description	Multiple	Details
`battery`	Reports the status of a device’s battery, including level, charging state, and operational health.	No	See details
`contact`	Tracks the open or closed state of a contact point, such as a door, window, or cabinet.	No	See details
`humidity`	Measures the relative humidity in the environment, reported as a percentage.	No	See details
`light`	Controls lighting devices, supporting brightness, color temperature, and color adjustments.	No	See details
`microphone`	Represents audio input devices, reporting activity or capturing sound.	No	See details
`motion`	Detects motion in an area to trigger alerts or automate responses.	No	See details
`speaker`	Controls speaker devices, including volume, mute state, and audio output modes.	No	See details
`temperature`	Measures the current temperature in an environment, reported in degrees Celsius.	No	See details

Use Case Scenarios

Video Surveillance:
- Access live video streams and capture images using the camera channel. Use for security monitoring or baby monitoring applications.
Motion Detection:
- Detect movement in the camera’s field of view to trigger alerts or start recording.
Two-Way Communication:
- Use microphone and speaker channels for audio communication through the camera.

Developer Notes

The camera channel is required for video/image functionality.
Motion detection helps reduce bandwidth and storage usage.
Light channel can control built-in IR or status LEDs.