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Amcrest IP2M-841 ProHD User Manual

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    2 Device Overview 
    The diagram below shows the camera’s profile and rear panel.  
    						
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    Please refer to the following chart for information about the camera and its ports. 
    Port Number Function 
    1 Power port 
    2 Audio input/output ports  
    3 SD Card slot 
    4 Alarm input/output ports   
    5 Reset/WPS  button/Indicator  light  (For  reset,  press  and  hold  for  10  seconds; 
    for WPS, push once and release) 
    6 Network port 
    Please refer to the chart below for information about the camera’s indicator light: 
    Indicator Light Status  Device Status 
    Red Light is blinking quickly. The device is activating. 
    Green Light is blinking. The device is ready to connect or is connecting to the network. 
    Red light is solid and steady. The device failed to connect to the network.  
    Green Light is solid and steady. The device is connected to the network and is functioning normally. 
    Red Light is blinking slowly.  The device is upgrading itself. 
     
    The images below show the dimensions for the camera. The measurements are in millimeters (mm):    
    						
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    3 Connection & Installation 
    This section provides information about the connection and installation of the Amcrest ProHD/HDSeries network 
    camera. 
    3.1 Connection Guide 
    The camera initially should be connected via the following method: 
     
    In addition to connecting the camera to a computer, the camera should also be connected to a power source, by 
    connecting the included power cable to both a power outlet, and the camera.  
    						
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    3.2 Installation Guide 
    The camera has a standard camera tripod screw hole (1/4-20 UNC thread) for use in mounting the camera onto a 
    stable surface.  
    Note: Prior to installation ensure that the installation environment can support at least 3 times the weight of the 
    camera.   
    						
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    4 Camera Access Setup 
    This section of the guide will provide the user with information on how to setup access to the camera through any 
    of the following methods. 
    4.1 Default Username and Password 
    To login to the system for the first time, use one of the following default username/password combinations. Once 
    you’ve successfully logged in, it is highly recommended to change the password for security reasons. 
    Username: admin  
    Password: admin 
    Note: Logging in for the first time will prompt the user to change the password to the admin account. 
       
    						
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    4.2 Camera setup methods 
    To make your experience with the Amcrest WiFi camera easy and simple, weve provided multiple ways to set up, 
    view, and operate your camera depending on your needs. Please follow the instructions on this page to set up your 
    camera in the way that works best for you. 
    4.2.1 Setting up your camera for the first time 
    If setting up your camera for the first time, please follow the instructions as outlined in section 4.3.1. Using the 
    Amcrest View app on your smartphone or tablet, you can view your camera live from anywhere, and access 
    features such as pan/tilt/zoom, recording, taking snapshots, two-way audio, and more. 
    4.2.2 Accessing your camera using multiple mobile devices 
    If you followed the app setup instructions in section 4.3.1 to initially set up your camera and would like to add the 
    camera to another smartphone or tablet, follow the instructions as outlined on section 4.3.3 using your other 
    devices. 
    4.2.3 Configuring advanced settings on your camera 
    If you would like to configure your camera to enable advanced features such as motion detection, e-mail alerts, 
    FTP, image adjustments, scheduling, and more, please follow the instructions as outlined on section 4.4 (Desktop 
    access setup). 
    4.2.4 Using Amcrest Cloud for remote viewing, storage, and playback 
    Amcrest Cloud is our optional cloud storage and playback service which allows you to access recorded footage 
    from any device. We offer 4 hours of free storage for your first camera. Please follow the instructions as outlined 
    on section 4.5 (Amcrest Cloud setup) to sign up for our Amcrest Cloud service and get 4 hours of free storage. 
    4.2.5 Using plug-and-play for remote web access 
    AmcrestView.com is a web portal that allows you to view your cameras and recordings quickly and easily from 
    anywhere in the world using a web browser. Use AmcrestView.com if you need to simply check-in at a moments 
    notice. If you would like to use AmcrestView.com, please follow the instructions outlined on section 4.7 (Remote 
    web access setup).  
    						
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    4.3 Amcrest View App Setup 
    Amcrest IP2M-841/IPM-721 cameras enable access through the use of the Amcrest View app on either iOS or 
    Android mobile operating systems. There are two versions of the app, Amcrest View Lite, and Amcrest View Pro. 
    Amcrest View (Lite or Pro) on the App Store or Play Store. The Pro version contains features such as push 
    notifications, sharing video and image files, exporting video in MP4 format, and exporting image files to your 
    phone. The Amcrest Pro version of the app is now free to download from the Play Store and App Store. 
    For purposes of this guide, we will use iOS, though both apps have the same interface. The App Interface may 
    differ slightly from the screenshots below as updates are released. Below, youll find instructions on how to set up 
    your camera, as well as instructions on how to configure different settings on your camera such as motion 
    detection and email alerts. Every major app setup method will be covered in the following sections.   
    4.3.1 WiFi Configuration setup 
    Plug in your camera and follow the steps below to get your camera up and running. Please wait 30 seconds after 
    plugging in the camera to allow it to initialize. The LED on the back will blink green when ready. 
    1. Download and open the Amcrest View Pro app from the App Store or Play Store.  
     
     
     
     
     
    Note: After installing the app, and before starting the app setup process, 
    please make sure your phone is connected to the WiFi network you will be 
    connecting your camera to. 
     
    2. From the home screen, tap the icon in the top-right corner to open the 
    Device List.  
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
      
    						
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    3. Tap the Add Device button. 4. Tap WiFi Camera.  
    						
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