Bird House with IP Camera

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Reasonably Simple Setup with No Supports Needed: Print A: 1 Birdhouse Top B: 1 Birdhouse Bottom (features a 1-1/2" hole for various birds), also includes a 1/4" hole for a perch, if desired C: 1 Birdhouse Hole (1-1/8" hole for Wrens) (use plug to cover perch hole for a Wren house) D: 1 Birdhouse Plug (optional, use when painting birdhouse) Buy: 1 Camera with 64mm Outside Diameter (or modify top hole to fit specific camera size) Two cameras meet the 64mm outside diameter requirement; consider purchasing on sale for reduced price: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07DYS149B https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01G1U4MVA Optional: Look for a WiFi camera to avoid running Ethernet cables, but ensure easy installation To Assemble: Print all parts Remove front of camera (1 Phillips screw) and refocus lens for near-distance focusing; hot melt glue holds lens in place Carefully unscrew lens about 3/4 turn using pliers; ruler helps test focus distance between 2" and 8" With front removed, insert camera through Birdhouse Top and reattach; if painting, cover lens with blue painter's tape Glue top, bottom, and hole in place using hot melt glue Check camera orientation by plugging it in and adjusting placement (refer to third picture for reference) Secure camera position using hot melt glue; add a ring of glue around the camera and Birdhouse Top If painting, insert plug into hole, paint, remove plug, and remove painter's tape Material: PLA+ Location: Under an eave for shade and protection from elements.