Amcrest IP2M-841 ProHD User Manual

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Note: Move the camera or the phone to ensure that 
the entire QR code is visible and focused in the frame. 
In case the QR code cannot be scanned, please tap 
Enter S/N Manually to enter in the camera’s serial 
number. 
5. Tap WiFi Configuration Setup. 6. Scan the QR code from the sticker on your 
camera.   
						

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Note: The default username is admin and the default 
password is admin.  
						

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7. Double check to ensure that your S/N (Serial 
Number) is entered correctly, then tap Next. 
8. Give your camera a name, then enter in the 
camera’s username and password. Once 
you’ve filled out all of the fields, tap Next. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Note: Most Amcrest cameras can only connect to 2.4 
GHz WiFi networks, so please ensure that your phone is 
connected to a compatible network. Otherwise, 
perform the Ethernet WiFi Setup method in section 
4.3.2. 
 
9. Enter your WiFi password, then tap Next.  10. Your camera is almost ready. Tap the Start 
Live Preview button to proceed with 
changing your password.  
						

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Note: Once the password is changed here, it will take 
effect immediately. If you forget your password, you 
can always hard reset the camera using the steps 
detailed in the FAQs section of this guide. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Note: To connect your camera to additional 
smartphones and tablets, please use the P2P Setup 
method as outlined on section 4.3.3. 
 
11. To ensure the security of your camera, you 
will be asked to change the password for 
your camera’s default username (admin). 
Please select a password that is at least 8 
characters long and one that uses a 
combination of uppercase letters, lowercase 
letters, and numbers. Then, tap Change 
Password. 
12. Your camera is now ready to go! Tap the 
Start Live Preview button to get started! 
 
  
						

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Still not working? 
If you have a dual band router, and your camera does not connect to your WiFi network after following the WiFi 
Configuration method below, please use the Ethernet WiFi Setup method as detailed in section 4.3.2. 
 
Tip: To better understand the Apps interface and features, please visit the Help Center within the app. To access 
the Help Center, tap the menu icon on the top left hand side, tap Help, then select which screen youd like more 
information about. For additional assistance, please contact us at www.amcrest.com or give us a call at 1-888-212-
7538. Step by step video tutorials available at www.amcrest.com/videos 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
4.3.2 Ethernet WiFi Setup 
The Ethernet WiFi Setup process is a useful and stable setup method that uses a temporary Ethernet (hardwired) 
connection to your camera. By the end of the process, your camera will be working on WiFi and will not need a 
cable. 
If the WiFi Configuration setup method (see section 4.3.1 WiFi Configuration setup) does not work, this is a great 
“backup” method. Alternatively, this method can also be used as an initial setup method, if preferred. It will take a 
few more steps but still ends with your camera being added to WiFi for wireless use.  
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. 
1. Download and open the Amcrest View Pro app from the App Store or Play Store. 
 
 
  
						

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2. From the home screen, tap the icon in the top-
right corner to open the Device List.  
3. Tap the Add Device button.  
 
 
 
 
  
						

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4. Tap WiFi Camera.  5. Tap Ethernet WiFi Setup. 
   
						

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6. Plug your camera into your router via an Ethernet 
cable. Don’t worry, once the camera is set up, the 
camera can be unplugged and moved to a 
different location. Tap Next when finished.  
7. Ensure your mobile phone is connected to the 
WiFi network that you will be connecting your 
camera to, then tap Next. 
 
  
						

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Note: Move the camera or the phone to ensure that 
the entire QR code is visible and focused in the frame. 
In case the QR code cannot be scanned, please tap 
Enter S/N Manually to enter in the camera’s serial 
number. 
 
8. Scan the QR code [QR code icon] from the sticker 9. Double check to ensure that your S/N (Serial  
						

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on your camera.  Number) is entered correctly. Then, tap Next.