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How to connect the OrCam Read to WiFi and download software updates

Connect to WiFi (software updates)

Please note that your device needs to be connected to the wall charger to connect to WiFi. 

 

 

  1. Open your internet browser and go to: https://www.orcam.com/en/wifiset/
  2. Enter your network name and password
  3. Click on "Generate QR Code"
  4. Use your OrCam device to take a picture of the QR code
    1. ​​​​​​​On your OrCam Read, use the arrow/pointer laser mode to take a picture of the QR code. 
  5. Your device will now connect to the WiFi, and will reconnect automatically every time you connect your device to the wall charger, provided it is within range of the WiFi network.
  6. If there are any software updates available your device will automatically download them. 

     

Connecting to WiFi is not required to operate the Read devices. The reasons to connect your device to WiFi are:

  1. To ensure you have the latest software updates.
  2. To connect to the on screen magnifier on the Read 3 and Read 5.
 

 

Please note that OrCam devices only support 2.4 Ghz WiFi. OrCam devices currently do not support 5 Ghz WiFi. Please contact your internet service provider for details about your WiFi network frequency. 

 

 

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