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Contents Thank you for purchasing an Amcrest Deterrent Camera! This camera is designed to provide added security as well as peace of mind to your life and connect you with what matters most from anywhere using your smartphone, tablet or computer. This guide is designed as a reference tool for the installation and operation of your camera. Here you can find information about installation, features and functions, as well as information to aid in troubleshooting.
01 Set Up the Camera The Amcrest Smart Home app connects your Amcrest camera to your Android or iOS mobile device ensuring you are always connected to what matters most. Connecting to the Smart Home App Plug the camera into a power source and allow it to boot. When it is ready to connect, a blinking green LED can be seen on the front of the camera. Open the Amcrest Smart Home app and tap on “Register” to register an account. After registering an account, log into the app and tap on “Add Device”.
Scan QR Code Before You Start Scan the QR code located on the serial tag found on the power cable of the camera. If you are unable to scan the QR code you can manually enter the serial number by tapping “Manually enter SN”. The serial number can also be found on the serial tag. Locate the indicator light on the front of the camera and ensure the LED is still flashing green. This indicates the camera is ready to connect to the app. Tap “Next” to allow the device to connect to its hotspot.
Create a Password Choose Your Wi-Fi Network The app will automatically connect to the hotspot for your camera and you will be taken to a password setup screen. The password set in this screen will be the password for your camera. Enter a password with a minimum of 8 characters, using a combination of lowercase/uppercase letters and numbers and confirm. A recovery email can also be entered in case you forget the password for your camera.
Connecting To Your Wi-Fi Network The camera will now begin connecting to the Wi-Fi network. Once connected, the LED indicator on the front of the camera will turn solid green and a audible prompt will sound letting you know the device has successfully connected to your network. This may take a few moments. If the LED indicator continues to blink or the device is reporting “Wi-Fi password is incorrect”, tap on “Start Over” to repeat the process.
Give Your Camera a Name Start Using Your Camera Rename your camera. A few examples are provided such as; Front Door, Back Door, Office, and can be selected if needed. The camera has now been successfully connected! Tap on “Start Live View” to begin using your device. After you have named your device, tap on the save ( ) icon to continue.
02 Physical Installation The physical installation of your camera will involve the following items. SCREWDRIVER - A Phillips head screwdriver will be needed to mount your camera. DRILL - A drill may be required if installing the camera on concrete, stucco, or a brick mounting surface. INSTALLATION POSITION MAP - This will be included in the box and will provide a template for the physical installation of your camera. PRY BAR - This is a small plastic bar that is included with your camera.
Inserting a MicroSD Card A microSD card is required to store events outside of the Amcrest Smart Home Cloud. The camera is compatible for up to 128GB and requires a Class 10 or higher microSD card to function. To insert a microSD card, use the included pry bar to open the top of the camera. Locate the microSD card slot and insert a microSD card, gold pins up, and press in to secure.
MOTION ALERTS Enable to recieve notifications when a movement is detected. DEVICES Displays connected devices in the app. EVENTS Provides quick access to motion events and alerts. ACCOUNT Access to manage account settings and information. Tap on the device you would like to access to view the live view screen. Getting To Know the App The live view screen allows you to actively view your camera as well as access specific features such as two-way audio and to access cloud or microSD card recordings.
SETTINGS Provides access to settings such as motion detection, deterrent options, firmware updates, etc. MULTIVIEW View multiple devices on one screen. TALK Enables the microphone for two way communication LISTEN Enables the speaker for two way communication. PAN/TILT Not applicable on your deterrent camera. FULL SCREEN View your feed in full screen mode. SD/HD Set the device to standard or high definition resolution. SNAPSHOT Manually take a photo. RECORD Manually record a video.
Amcrest Smart Home Cloud Recording This is an optional feature that saves recordings of each event the camera captures. You can access the events from the cloud by registering for a Amcrest Smart Home cloud plan. Learn more at: amcrest.com/smarthomecloud www.amcrest.com/smarthomecloud Motion Detection Zones To setup motion alerts you must set up motion zones. These are areas or “zones” that the camera uses to determine when a motion detection is detected and can range from 0 to 100%.
Event Notifications If your phone is off when the camera captures a motion event you will receive a push notification on your phone. If your phone has a passcode, you will need to enter it to access and view the event. 04 Troubleshooting I Can’t Find the Camera’s Hotspot on my Device. If the app is unable to connect to the hotspot for your device, there are a few steps you can take to resolve the issue. Go to the settings in your mobile device and turn off your Wi-Fi connection.
2 3 Reset the modem on your Wi-Fi network. Unplug it and wait for about 40 seconds, then plug it back in and continue the setup process. I’m Unable to Access My Camera. How Do I Perform a Factory Reset? Perform a hard factory reset by holding down the reset button on the top of the camera for 15 seconds. Wait 30 seconds, then repeat the setup process. A factory reset of the camera will revert the camera back its original factory settings.
I’m Having Trouble Receiving Email Alerts I Can’t Turn Off the Deterrents After an Event is Detected The Amcrest Smart Home app allows email alerts to be sent to your email address if an event is detected by yout camera. If you are havng trouble recieving email alerts, tap on the settings ( ) icon in the upper right corner of the live view screen and tap on Motion Detection. In the motion detection menu, make sure the Email Notification and Email Snapshot toggle switches are enabled.
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