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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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3. Tap the Add Device button. 4. Tap WiFi Camera.