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    1.3MP POE Bullet (IPM-743ES) 
    2MP POE Bullet (IP2M-842E) 
    3MP POE Bullet (IP3M-954E) 
    4MP POE Bullet (IP4M-1025E) 
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    Version 1.0.3 
    Revised May 3rd, 2016  
    						
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    Welcome ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5 
    Important Security Warning .......................................................................................................................................... 5 
    Important Safeguards and Warnings ............................................................................................................................. 6 
    1 Features and Specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 7 
    1.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................................................. 7 
    1.2 Features ............................................................................................................................................................... 7 
    2 Device Overview ......................................................................................................................................................... 8 
    3 Connection & Installation ........................................................................................................................................... 9 
    3.1 Connection Guide ................................................................................................................................................ 9 
    3.2 Installation Guide ................................................................................................................................................. 9 
    4 Camera Access Setup ................................................................................................................................................ 11 
    4.1 Default Username and Password ...................................................................................................................... 11 
    4.2 How to Setup the Camera.................................................................................................................................. 12 
    4.2.1 Setting up Your Camera for the First Time ................................................................................................. 12 
    4.2.1 For Configuring Advanced Settings On Your Camera ................................................................................. 12 
    4.2.3 For Cloud Storage and Playback ................................................................................................................. 12 
    4.2.4 For Quick Web Access To Your Cameras .................................................................................................... 12 
    4.3 Amcrest View App Setup ................................................................................................................................... 13 
    4.4 Desktop Access Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 16 
    4.6 Amcrest Cloud Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 18 
    4.7 Web Access Setup (AmcrestView.com) ............................................................................................................. 19 
    4.8 Remote Web Access Setup ................................................................................................................................ 20 
    4.8.1 UPnP/DDNS Remote Web Access Setup ..................................................................................................... 20 
    4.8.2 Port Forwarding Remote Web Access Setup .............................................................................................. 21 
    4.10 NVR Access ...................................................................................................................................................... 22 
    5 Operation and Interface ........................................................................................................................................... 23 
    5.1 Live ..................................................................................................................................................................... 23  
    						
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    5.2 Setup .................................................................................................................................................................. 25 
    5.2.1 Camera ........................................................................................................................................................ 26 
    5.2.1.1 Configuration ....................................................................................................................................... 26 
    5.2.1.2 Video .................................................................................................................................................... 29 
    5.2.2 Network ...................................................................................................................................................... 33 
    5.2.2.1 TCP/IP .................................................................................................................................................. 33 
    5.2.2.2 Connection ........................................................................................................................................... 35 
    5.2.2.3 PPPoE ................................................................................................................................................... 36 
    5.2.2.4 DDNS .................................................................................................................................................... 37 
    5.2.2.5 IP Filter ................................................................................................................................................. 38 
    5.2.2.6 SMTP (Email) ........................................................................................................................................ 39 
    5.2.2.7 UPnP .................................................................................................................................................... 40 
    5.2.2.8 SNMP ................................................................................................................................................... 41 
    5.2.2.9 Bonjour ................................................................................................................................................ 41 
    5.2.2.10 Multicast ............................................................................................................................................ 42 
    5.2.2.11 WiFi (Not Available on Amcrest POE Bullet Cameras) ....................................................................... 42 
    5.2.2.12 802.1x ................................................................................................................................................ 43 
    5.2.2.13 QoS..................................................................................................................................................... 43 
    5.2.3 Event ........................................................................................................................................................... 44 
    5.2.3.1 Video Detection ................................................................................................................................... 44 
    5.2.3.2 Abnormality ......................................................................................................................................... 46 
    5.2.4 Storage ........................................................................................................................................................ 49 
    5.2.4.1 Schedule .............................................................................................................................................. 49 
    5.2.4.2 Destination .......................................................................................................................................... 52 
    5.2.4.3 Record Control ..................................................................................................................................... 53 
    5.2.5 System ........................................................................................................................................................ 55 
    5.2.5.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 55  
    						
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    5.2.5.2 Manage Users ...................................................................................................................................... 57 
    5.2.5.2 Restore Factory Settings ...................................................................................................................... 58 
    5.2.5.4 Import/Export ...................................................................................................................................... 58 
    5.2.5.5 Auto Maintain ...................................................................................................................................... 59 
    5.2.5.6 Upgrade ............................................................................................................................................... 59 
    5.2.6 Information ................................................................................................................................................. 60 
    5.2.6.1 Version ................................................................................................................................................. 60 
    5.2.6.2 Log ....................................................................................................................................................... 60 
    5.2.6.3 Online Users ......................................................................................................................................... 61 
    5.3 Alarm ................................................................................................................................................................. 61 
    5.4 Logout ................................................................................................................................................................ 61 
    6. FAQs/Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................. 62 
    Glossary of Terms ........................................................................................................................................................ 67 
    Appendix A: Toxic or Hazardous Materials or Elements .............................................................................................. 69 
       
    						
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    Welcome 
    Thank you for purchasing our Amcrest POE Bullet Cameras! 
    This user manual is designed to be a reference tool for the installation and operation of your camera. 
    Here you can find information about the camera’s features and functions, as well as information to aid in 
    troubleshooting. 
     
    Many of the setup and installation sections below have corresponding videos on YouTube  
    To access the setup videos, please go to http://amcrest.com/videos 
     
     
    For access to the quick start guide and other support information, go to http://amcrest.com/support 
    To contact Amcrest support, please do one of the following: 
     
     Visit http://amcrest.com/contacts and use the email form 
     Call Amcrest Support using one of the following numbers 
    Toll Free: (888) 212-7538 
    International Callers (Outside of US): +1-713-893-8956 
    USA: (888) 212-7538 
    Canada: 437-888-0177 
    UK: 203-769-2757 
     Email Amcrest Customer Support [email protected] 
     
     
    Important Security Warning 
    In order to keep your Amcrest camera secure and prevent unauthorized access, please make sure to follow the 
    steps below: 
     
     Always make sure that your camera has the latest firmware as listed on   
    www.amcrest.com/firmware 
     Never use the default password for your camera. Always ensure that your 
    password is at least 8-10 characters long and contains a combination of lowercase 
    characters, uppercase characters as well as numbers.   
    						
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    Important Safeguards and Warnings  
     
    1.Electrical Safety 
    All installation and operation should conform to your local electrical safety codes.  
    The product must be grounded to reduce the risk of electric shock. 
    We assume no liability or responsibility for any fires or electrical shock caused by improper handling or installation.  
     
    2.Transportation Security 
    Heavy stress, violent vibrations, and excess moisture should not occur during transportation, storage, and 
    installation of the device. 
     
    3.Installation 
    Handle the device with care. Keep the device right side up. 
    Do not apply power to the camera before completing installation.  
    Do not place objects on top of the camera. 
     
    4.Repair Professionals  
    All the examination and repair work should be done by qualified service engineers.   
    We are not liable for any problems caused by unauthorized modifications or user-attempted repair. 
     
    5.Environment 
    The camera should be kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, flammable materials, explosive 
    substances, etc. 
    This product should be transported, stored, and used only in the specified environments as stated above. 
    Do not aim the camera at a strong light source, as it may cause overexposure of the picture, and may affect the 
    longevity of the camera’s sensors. 
    Ensure that the camera is in a well ventilated area to prevent overheating. 
     
    6. Operation and Maintenance 
    Do not touch the camera sensor or lens directly.  
    To clean dust or dirt off of the lens, use an air blower or a microfiber cloth. 
     
    7.  Accessories 
    Be sure to use only the accessories recommended by manufacturer. 
    Before installation, please open the package and check to ensure that all of the components are present. 
    Contact the retailer that you purchased from, or Amcrest directly if anything is broken or missing in the package. 
       
    						
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    1 Features and Specifications 
    1. 1 O ve rvie w 
    Amcrest POE Bullet Cameras are an excellent digital surveillance product that can be useful to a wide variety of 
    users. The camera connects to any router, and uses an internet connection to allow the user to access all of its 
    functionality from many internet connected devices. It’s easy to use and can be set up in a relatively small amount 
    of time. It has various functions such as recording, playback, and monitoring functionality. 
    These POE cameras adopt a high-quality design in order to achieve high levels of reliability and security. It can be 
    configured to work locally, as well as on a network. 
    1. 2 F eature s 
    Amcrest POE Bullet Cameras has the following features: 
     Network Access 
    Our POE cameras connect to a wide variety of routers in order to connect to the internet. Once setup, the 
    camera can be accessed remotely from a wide variety of internet connected devices, including PCs, 
    iPhones, iPads, Android tablets, and Android phones. 
     
     Cloud Storage Functionality 
    Our POE cameras are able to record video streams to the Amcrest Cloud service in order to enable long-
    term storage for recordings. Amcrest Cloud also allows the user to easily find and download recorded 
    video for playback from any internet connected PC or Mac computer. 
     
     Advanced Playback Function 
    This device supports real-time recording and can support search, fast forwarded playback, recorded 
    searches, and downloading of videos and screenshots. Amcrest POE Bullet Cameras can also playback in 
    slow motion, backwards, and frame by frame as needed. When recording, Amcrest POE Bullet Cameras 
    shows a date/time overlay to ensure accurate viewing of events when they occurred. Lastly, Amcrest POE 
    Bullet Cameras can support video enlargement of certain zones within a stream. 
     
     Advanced Network Protocol Support 
    Amcrest POE Bullet Cameras are UPnP compatible, and also includes functionality for use with PPPoE, 
    DDNS, and other protocols in order to allow remote and local connection with a large variety of network 
    hardware. 
     
    Note: There may be slight differences in functionality due to the existence of different product series. 
       
    						
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    2 Device Overview 
    Please refer to the following chart for information about the camera and its ports. 
    No. Port Name  Function Connection  
     
    Note 
     
    1 POE LAN Network port  Ethernet port  Used to connect the camera using a standard Ethernet cable. The 
    cable must be hooked up to a POE port to power the camera. 
    3 Reset WPS/Reset port  Power Touching the ends of the wire together for more than 5 seconds 
    resets the device to factory default settings. 
     
    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 Amcrest POE Bullet Cameras. 
    3. 1  Connectio n  Gui de 
    The camera initially should be connected via the following method: 
     
     
    In addition to connecting the camera to a computer, the camera can also be connected to a power source, by 
    connecting the power cable to both a power outlet, and the camera.  
    Note: If the camera is using a PoE (Power over Ethernet) connection, DO NOT connect the camera to a power 
    source, otherwise this can result in a major malfunction. 
    3. 2  Installatio n  Gui de 
    Follow the steps and use the diagram in this section to install the POE cameras.  
    Note: Prior to installation ensure that the installation environment can support at least 3 times the weight of the 
    camera.    
    						
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    1. Stick the installation sticker on the designated surface where the device will be installed (wall or ceiling). 
    2. Drill 3 holes through the holes on the installation sticker. 
    3. Open the accessories bag and take out the expansion bolt, and insert it into the holes. 
    4. Open accessories bag and take out the screws. Tighten the 3 screws to fix the device on the installation 
    surface (wall or ceiling).  
    5. Loosen the sunshade screw to move it around to the desired position, then tighten the screw to lock it into 
    place.  
    6. Plug in the camera to power it, using either an Ethernet or power cable.  
    7. Using a Philip’s head screwdriver, (not included) loosen the adjusting screw near the base of the camera. This 
    allows the camera to be rotated, as well as pivoted within the ball joint. 
    8. Adjust the device to the desired position. 
    9. Using a Philip’s head screwdriver, (not included) tighten the adjusting screw near the base of the camera to 
    lock the camera in position. 
    Note: The process for mounting the eyeball camera is similar, but some of the steps may vary   
    						
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