ADC-V723: Optimize Night Vision & Reduce IR Reflection

The ADC-V723 outdoor camera features a wide 117° field of view—about 30% greater than earlier Alarm.com models (e.g., ADC-V722, ADC-V726). To evenly illuminate this wide scene in low light, the camera uses a broad IR LED array. In certain placements, nearby bright or reflective surfaces can bounce IR back toward the lens, creating an over-bright or washed low-light image.

Why IR Reflection Happens

Infrared light can reflect off light-colored walls, fascia, gutters, soffits, or other close objects that fall within the IR array’s spread. When this reflected light reaches the lens, it can cause glow, haze, or reduced contrast at night.

Best Practices to Improve Night Vision

Keep reflective items out of view: Avoid pointing the camera toward bright, light-colored walls, siding, gutters, or shiny surfaces.
Avoid inside corners: If placement near a corner is unavoidable, maintain at least 3 ft of clearance from walls/obstructions.
Offset the camera slightly: Nudge the aim so the nearest wall is just outside the frame, minimizing direct IR bounce-back.
Mount with a forward view: Favor vistas over open areas (driveways, yards) rather than tight alcoves or soffit pockets.
Mind the surroundings: Trim foliage and remove glossy objects near the lens that can reflect IR.
Verify at night: After mounting, check the live view in darkness and fine-tune the angle to reduce glow/hotspots.

Quick Placement Checklist

Keep nearest surface > 3 ft from lens.
Exclude bright/reflective surfaces from the frame.
Test night view and re-aim as needed.

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FAQs

Why does my night image look washed out?

IR light is likely reflecting from a nearby bright or reflective surface back into the lens. Re-aim to keep those surfaces out of frame.

How far should the camera be from a wall or soffit?

Maintain at least 3 ft of clearance from obstructions when mounting near corners or close surfaces.

Is the wider FOV causing the issue?

The 117° FOV requires wider IR illumination. Reflection isn’t caused by FOV alone—it’s the combination of wide IR spread and nearby reflective objects.