Manual Video Doorbell
The Hozard Video Doorbell HVD-1 is a smart security doorbell that you pair with an indoor monitor with a screen. Read this manual carefully before you use the device. The instructions are for reference only. The actual operation may vary from device to device.
The product
Indoor monitor (display)
The labels on the drawing of the indoor monitor are listed below as they appear in the manual, with a short description.
| Label on the drawing | Location and description |
|---|---|
| "Display area" | The screen on the front |
| "Mitou" | Small hole at the bottom left of the screen |
| "Work indicator light" | Indicator light to the left of the buttons |
| "Reduce/Flip Down" | The −/▼ button (lower, down) |
| "Add/Flip Up" | The +/▲ button (raise, up) |
| "Menu/Pairing" | The "M" button (menu and pairing) |
| "Intercom button" | The button with the phone symbol (talk button) |
| "Wave switch" | Switch on the side |
| "TYPE-C charging port" | USB-C charging port on the side |
| "reset" | Reset button on the side |
| "TF card slot" | Slot for a TF card on the side |
| "support" | Bracket on the back |
Icons and buttons
| Icon | Meaning |
|---|---|
| The "M" button | A short press opens the menu, a long press starts pairing ("Short press menu / long press pairing") |
| The button with the phone symbol | Long press to talk, short press for sleep mode ("Long press to talk / short press to sleep") |
| The −/▼ button | Lower or less ("Turn down/Reduce") |
| The +/▲ button | Higher or more ("Turn up/Increase") |
| Blue icon with a picture | Photos ("Photo Files") |
| Purple icon with a clapperboard | Videos ("Video File") |
| Red icon with a bell | Choose the ringtone ("Ringtone Selection") |
| Green icon with a gear | Settings ("Set Up") |
| Antenna with signal bars | Connection strength ("Connection signal strength") |
| Speaker with sound waves | Intercom volume ("Intercom volume") |
| "TX" with a battery symbol | Doorbell battery ("Doorbell battery") |
| "RX" with a battery symbol | Monitor power ("Monitor power") |
| Icon with a "W" | Intercom icon ("Intercom icon") |
| "Disconnect" | Not paired or the doorbell is asleep ("Not paired/Doorbell sleeping") |
| "Pairing....21" | Pairing in progress ("Pairing") |
| "Pairing...." with a tick | Pairing successful ("Pairing Successful") |
Installation
The doorbell supports two mounting methods: 3M adhesive tape or screw mounting, on a door or on a smooth wall.
When the battery is low, you can remove the doorbell to charge it. The indoor monitor has a continuous power supply and can stand on a table or hang on the wall.
The device has a built-in lithium battery for emergencies during a power cut. Walls, windows or metal doors weaken the signal. Install the device in an area with a strong signal.
Pairing
- Set the switch on the indoor monitor to "ON".
- Press and hold the M button. The screen then shows "connect...30" (pairing mode).
- At the same time, press and hold the doorbell button. The indicator light starts flashing.
- When the screen shows "Connect..." with a tick, pairing is successful.
Operation and settings
Pairing mode and menu (the "M" button)
- Press and hold the "M" button to enter pairing mode.
- Briefly press the "M" button to open the menu settings.
If you are already in the menu, a short press on "M" takes you back to the previous page.
Main functions (the button with the phone symbol)
When a visitor rings the bell, the indoor monitor wakes up and rings. Press the button with the phone symbol to answer the call. Press and hold that button to use the intercom. Press it again to hang up. The indoor monitor and the doorbell then go into sleep mode.
When the indoor monitor is in standby mode, press and hold the button to turn the monitor on and open the menu.
In the menu, press the button with the phone symbol to confirm a choice.
The −/▼ and +/▲ buttons
In video mode:
- Press −/▼ to lower the intercom volume.
- Press +/▲ to raise the volume.
In the menu:
- Use −/▼ to go to the next menu option or to lower the brightness or volume.
- Use +/▲ to go to the previous menu option or to raise the brightness or volume.
Menu functions
Photos
When the doorbell is used, the indoor monitor takes photos automatically. The system saves the photos, overwrites old photos and keeps the latest ones.
Video recording
This function requires an SD card in the device. When the doorbell is used, video recording starts automatically.
Ringtone setting
You can choose a ding-dong chime.
Settings
- Language: use −/▼ and +/▲ to choose the language and confirm with the button with the phone symbol.
- Brightness: use −/▼ and +/▲ to set the screen brightness.
- Ring volume: use −/▼ and +/▲ to set the volume.
- Version number: shows the firmware version.
- Time setting: use −/▼ and +/▲ to set the time. The button with the phone symbol takes you to the next option. When you are done, press the "M" button to save.
Good to know
- This device is an energy-saving doorbell. When nobody rings, the device switches to standby mode.
- Walls, windows, metal doors and the like weaken the wireless signal. Install the devices in an area with strong signal coverage.
- Pair the doorbell with the indoor monitor before use, and then install it in a suitable spot.
- If the indoor monitor is too close to the doorbell, you may hear an echo. Increase the distance or lower the volume to prevent this.
- The permitted temperature range is between −10°C and +50°C. Do not use the device at temperatures outside this range.
- This device is a precision electronic product. Do not use it in a damp environment or anywhere it could get wet, because moisture can affect how it works.
- For the best image quality, do not place the camera too close to glass, white walls or highly reflective surfaces. This can cause overexposed images close up or dark images further away.
This text comes from the official Hozard manual. The drawings are in the original manual (PDF). Updated on 1 November 2026.