Amcrest IP2M-841B-V3 User manual

Amcrest IP2M-841B-V3 / IP2M-841W-V3
2MP ProHD Indoor Wi-Fi Camera User
Manual
Version 1.0.1
Revised March 29th, 2021

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Contents
Welcome..................................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Important Security Warning ....................................................................................................................................................................................3
Important Safeguards and Warnings.......................................................................................................................................................................3
Features and Specifications .....................................................................................................................................................................................4
Overview..................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Features...................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Device Overview......................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Connection & Installation ........................................................................................................................................................................................6
Connection Guide ....................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Installation Guide.....................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Camera Access Setup...............................................................................................................................................................................................7
Default Username and Password ............................................................................................................................................................................7
How to Setup the Camera........................................................................................................................................................................................7
App Setup ................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Amcrest Cloud App Setup........................................................................................................................................................................................8
Amcrest View Pro Setup ........................................................................................................................................................................................11
Desktop Access Setup............................................................................................................................................................................................14
Operation and Interface ........................................................................................................................................................................................16
Live.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................16
Playback.................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
Cloud Storage ........................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Setup......................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
Camera ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................19
Video......................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
Snapshot................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Overlay...................................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Audio .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................27
Network.................................................................................................................................................................................................................28
TCP/IP ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................28
Connection ............................................................................................................................................................................................................30
Event......................................................................................................................................................................................................................37
Video Detection.....................................................................................................................................................................................................37
Audio Detection.....................................................................................................................................................................................................41
Abnormality...........................................................................................................................................................................................................42
Storage...................................................................................................................................................................................................................44
Schedule ................................................................................................................................................................................................................44
Destination ............................................................................................................................................................................................................47
Cloud Storage ........................................................................................................................................................................................................50
System ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................50
General ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................50
Information............................................................................................................................................................................................................55
Alarm .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................56
Logout....................................................................................................................................................................................................................57
FAQs/Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................................................................................................57
Glossary of Terms ..................................................................................................................................................................................................59
FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................................................................................................60
IC Warning Statement ...........................................................................................................................................................................................61
Appendix A: Toxic or Hazardous Materials or Elements........................................................................................................................................61

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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing an Amcrest 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: [phone]
International Callers (Outside of US): [phone]
USA: [phone]
Canada: 437-888-0177
UK: 203-769-2757
Email Amcrest Customer Support su[email protected]
Important Security Warning
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-subscribe
•Never use the default password for your camera. Always ensure that your password
is at least 810 characters long and contains a combination of lowercase characters,
uppercase characters as well as numbers.
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.

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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 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 the components are present. Contact the
retailer that you purchased from, or Amcrest directly if anything is broken or missing in the package.
Features and Specifications
Overview
Amcrest cameras are an excellent digital surveillance product that can be useful to a wide variety of users. This
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 and it synchronizes video by default.
This camera adopts a high-quality design to achieve high levels of reliability and security. It can be configured to
work locally, as well as on a network. The camera works using an Ethernet/Wi-Fi connection and interfaces with
most networks through the Ethernet port of your router.
Features
The camera has the following features:
•Network Access
The camera connects to a wide variety of routers 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
The camera can record video streams to the Amcrest Cloud service 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.

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•Advanced Network Protocol Support
The camera is UPnP compatible, and includes functionality for use with PPPoE, DDNS, and other protocols 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.
Device Overview
The image below is a representation of your device:
Please refer to the following chart for information about the camera and its ports.
Port Number
Function
1
MicroUSB power port (5V, 1.5A)
2
Ethernet network port
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Reset/WPS button/Indicator light (For reset, press and hold for 10 seconds; for WPS, push
once and release)
Please refer to the chart below for information about the camera’s indicator light:
Indicator Light Status
Device Status

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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.
Connection & Installation
This section provides information about the connection and installation of your camera.
Connection Guide
The camera initially should be connected via the following method:
•WiFi Connection
•Ethernet Connection
Installation Guide
To install the camera using the included mounting bracket you will need the following items:
•The 2 included mounting screws.
•The 2 included wall anchors.
•The included mounting bracket.
•A power drill or number 2 Phillips head screwdriver.
•A hammer
•A pen or pencil
To begin the installation process, follow the step by step instructions provided below:
1) Select a surface to mount the camera. Ensure that the installation environment can support at least 3 times the
weight of the camera and near a power outlet.
2) Turn the knob holding the arm and bracket counterclockwise to loosen it and adjust the arm so that you have
more room to work.
3) Place the mounting bracket on the mounting surface and with a pen or pencil mark the designated holes for
your screws.
4) Remove the bracket from the mounting surface and drill the marked holes using a power drill.
5) Insert the included wall anchors into the holes and using a hammer, tap the wall anchors into the holes making
them as flush as possible to the mounting surface.
6) Line the holes of the mounting bracket with the wall anchors and insert the screws. Then, using a Phillips head
screwdriver, or drill, secure the mounting bracket to the mounting surface.

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Camera Access Setup
This section will provide information on how to setup and access your camera through the following methods:
•Local PC (Web User Interface (Web UI), Amcrest Surveillance Pro, etc.)
•Amcrest View Pro app
•Amcrest Surveillance Pro
•Amcrest Cloud
Default Username and Password
To login to the system for the first time, use one of the following default username/password combinations. Once
you have successfully logged in, it is highly recommended to change the password for security reasons.
Username: admin
Password: admin
How to Setup the Camera
To make your experience with your Amcrest camera easy and simple, we've 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.
Setting up Your Camera for the First Time
If you are setting up your camera for the first time, or you are setting up your camera for mobile viewing. Using
the Amcrest Cloud app or Amcrest View app on your smartphone or tablet, you can view your camera live from
anywhere, and access features such as taking snapshots, creating recordings, and more.
For Configuring Advanced Settings on Your Camera
If you would like to configure your camera to enable advanced features such as motion direction, e-mail alerts,
FTP, image adjustments, scheduling and more.
For Cloud Storage and Playback
Amcrest Cloud is our optional premium cloud storage solution which allows you to access recorded footage from
any device. We offer free storage plans as well as continuous recording and motion detection storage plans. For
more information on Amcrest Cloud please visit amcrest.com/cloud
For Quick Web Access to Your Cameras
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 moment's
notice. If you would like to use AmcrestView.com.

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App Setup
Amcrest cameras can be used on your mobile device using the following apps:
•Amcrest Cloud
•Amcrest View Pro
Both apps are free and available in the App Store and Google Play store. Please note, each app requires an iOS 6.0
or later version. Android will require a 3.0 or later version OS to run these apps.
For purposes of this guide, we will use iOS, though both apps. The App Interface may differ slightly from the
screenshots below as updates are released. Below, you'll find instructions on how to set up your camera up on the
Amcrest cloud app as well as the Amcrest View Pro app.
Amcrest Cloud App Setup
Amcrest Cloud allows you to access your device from anywhere in the world. Please note, you will need an Amcrest
Cloud account to proceed with Amcrest Cloud app setup. You can register for a cloud account in the Amcrest Cloud
app or from the Amcrest Cloud website at amcrestcloud.com
•Please make sure your camera is plugged into a power source and your Ethernet cable is connected from the
camera to your router.
•Make sure your camera and mobile device are on the same network during setup.
•To ensure the camera connects to the cloud, a reboot of your camera is recommended. To add your camera
onto the Amcrest Cloud app, follow these steps:
1. Download and open the Amcrest Cloud app from the App Store or Play Store
Note: Connect your mobile device to the same network that your camera is on.
2. Register for an Amcrest Cloud account. To register click on Sign Up and fill out the form to complete registration.

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3. Tap on Add Camera
4. Give your camera a name (Ex. Garage, Living Room,
Kitchen, etc.) and tap Next to continue.
5. Scan the QR code on the
back/side/bottom of the camera or manually enter the
camera’s serial number in the Enter camera S/N (serial
number field.
Press Next to continue.
6. If you are adding a new camera that does not have a
set password the app will automatically detect that a
new camera is being added. Tap OK to proceed.

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7. Set a new password for your camera. The password
must be between 8 to 32 characters long and contain
only letters and numbers. When you have finished
setting the password for your camera, enter the
password again in the Confirm Camera Password
section. Tap Next to continue.
8. If you are connecting a WiFi camera to the Amcrest
Cloud and would like to enable WiFi via the Ethernet
WiFi Setup method, tap Setup Camera WiFi.
Additionally, if you would like to skip the WiFi process
and have your WiFi camera running solely as a wired
device, tap on Skip WiFi Setup.
9. If you wish to enable WiFi on your WiFi camera, tap
Scan to scan and select your WiFi network from the
WiFi Network List. Enter the password for your WiFi
network onto the Password field. When the WiFi
password has been entered, tap Next to continue.
10. Confirm and adjust any needed settings for your
camera. When all settings have been confirmed, tap
Finish.

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Note: For Android 8.0 and above users, you will have to enable location permissions to be able to scan for your
WiFi network.
For more information about the Amcrest Cloud app and its features, visit amcrest.com/support
Amcrest View Pro Setup
•Make sure your camera is plugged into a power source and your Ethernet cable is connected from the camera to
your router.
•Make sure your camera and mobile device are on the same network during setup.
1. Download and open the Amcrest View Pro app from the App Store or Play Store.
2. Open the app and tap on the + symbol in the middle
of the screen to begin adding your WiFi device.
3. Tap on Add Device to add a new device to your app.

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4. Tap on WiFi Camera
5. Select your connection type, in this case, select the left
tab Set Up A New Camera On WiFi or Connect New Device
(on Android) to begin adding the device to the app. Tap
Ethernet WiFi Setup to continue.
6. Ensure an Ethernet cable is connected from the
router to the camera and the included power adapter
is connected to the device. Allow the device to
initialize (if applicable) and press Next to continue.
7. Ensure your smartphone or tablet is connected to
the same WiFi network as your camera. Tap Next to
continue.

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8. Scan the QR code on the
back/side/bottom of the camera or manually enter
the camera’s serial number into the Enter camera S/N
(serial number) field. Press Next to continue.
9. Give the camera a name (e.g. Garage, Kitchen,
Living Room, etc.) and provide the username and
password for your camera. The default username and
will be admin. Tap Next to continue.
Note: You can tap on the icon to verify the
password.
Note: Android users, tap on Scan QR Code to access the QR code reader.
10. Enter the WiFi Password for your WiFi network in the
Network SSID field. Press Next to continue.
11. Tap Start Live View.

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Note: For Android 8.0 and above users, you will need to enable location permissions to be able to locate and scan
for your WiFi network. For more information on how to locate an SSID visit: amcrest.com/androidP
12. The app will prompt you to change the password
for your camera. Enter a password between 8 and 32
characters and confirm the password. Press OK to
continue.
13. Your camera is not set up and ready for use on the
Amcrest View Pro app.
For more information about Amcrest View Pro and its functionalities visit amcrest.com/support
For more information on alternative setup methods for your camera in the Amcrest View Pro app visit the
following links:
IP/Domain/DDNS App Setup: Used to establish a connection without using P2P. For more information on this
setup method visit, amcrest.com/IPDomainDDNSsetup
WiFi Configuration Setup: Used as a secondary option for establishing a WiFi connection to a WiFi camera. For
more information on this setup method visit, amcrest.com/wificonfig
P2P Setup: Used for setting up already connected devices to the Amcrest View Pro app. For more information on
this setup method visit, amcrest.com/p2psetup
Desktop Access Setup
This camera features the latest in JS technology which allows you to access your camera via a wide variety of web
browsers including, Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari and other mainstream web browser via your PC or Mac
computer. For more information on how to access your camera from your computer please refer to the
information below.
To access your camera from your computer you will need to first locate the camera’s IP address. To locate the
camera’s IP address is it highly recommended to download our free Amcrest IP Config Tool software. The Amcrest
IP Config Tool can be downloaded at the following web page: amcerest.com/downloads

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In the All Downloads menu, click on IP Config Software to begin the free download. Once the download has
completed installing, locate the IP address associated with the device you would like to view in the browser.
Open the web browser and enter this IP address into browser. Press enter to access the web user interface.
In the web user interface, enter the login credentials for your device. If this is the first time accessing the device,
the username and password will both be admin. Click on Login.
If this is the first-time logging into your device, you will be prompted to modify the password for your device. To
modify the password, enter the new password you would like to use in the New Password field and confirm. The
password used should be between 8 and 32 characters long with a combination of letters and numbers.

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Click OK when and allow the stream to load.
Operation and Interface
This section will show you the basic operation and interfaces of the web user interface for your camera.
Live
This section of the manual details the camera’s interface, as well as all the operations the camera can perform.
The live view tab allows the user to see a live video feed from the camera. The live view tab has five main sections:

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Section 1: This bar allows the user to switch between mainstream and substream resolutions.
Section 2: The functions bar allows the user to perform different camera functions while in live mode. See the
table below for an explanation of the different functions available:
Button
Function Name
Function Description
Snapshot
Click this button to take a screenshot of the live feed.
Audio
Click this button to enable or disable audio output from the camera.
This feature allows the user to listen in on the audio the camera’s
microphone is picking up.
Section 3: This is the live feed from your camera.
Section 4: This section of the Live tab shows the PTZ functionality of the camera. Use the directional arrows to
pan/tilt your camera
Section 5: This button allows the user to show or hide the pan tilt control panel on the live view screen.
Please note, due to hardware limitations, the IP2M-841-V3 does not have zoom capabilities.
Playback
The Playback tab allows the user to playback the camera’s recorded video. Below is a screenshot of the Playback
tab:
This is the interface for the playback menu. There are 5 main sections:
1. File Menu: This panel allows the user to select a file type and data source.

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2. Calendar: This panel allows the user to pick a date that they would like to playback video from. When a date has
recorded footage available, it is green. The current date is blue, unless it has recorded footage, then it’s a lighter
green.
3. File List: This button allows the user to open or download a recording from a list of all recorded video for a specific
date range. To download a recording, press the button.
4. Playback Bar: These options allow the user to play, stop, and adjust the audio levels of a recording.
Cloud Storage
The Cloud Storage tab allows the user quick access to the Amcrest Cloud website.
At this website (amcrestcloud.com) users can register for new accounts as well as view or modify existing accounts.
For more information on Amcrest Cloud visit: amcrest.com/cloud
Setup
The Setup tab allows the user to change different camera settings. Below is a screenshot of the setup tab:
There are 3 main sections to note in the Setup tab:
1. Menu Bar: The menu bar is composed of menu sections, which when clicked display any menu items that fall
under their category.
2. Menu Items: These menu items each open a different menu that allows the user to change specific settings for
the camera.

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3. Menu Tab: These tabs open menu options for certain menu items.
Camera
This menu section allows the user to change different camera settings for video and to manage image profiles.
Configuration
This menu allows the user to configure image profiles for normal, day, and night usage. Below is a screenshot that
shows the Configuration tab in the Configuration menu item:
Below is an explanation for each of the fields on the Configuration tab in the Configuration menu item:
Picture
•Profile: This dropdown box allows the user to select which profile to modify. The 3 options are Day, Night, and
Normal.
•Brightness: This slider is used to adjust playback and recorded video window brightness. The value ranges from 0
to 100. The default value is 50. The larger the number, the brighter the video is. When you input the value here,
the bright section and the dark section of the video will be adjusted accordingly. You can use this function when
the whole video is too dark or too bright. Please note the video may become hazy if the value is too high. The
recommended value ranges from 40 to 60.
•Contrast: This slider is used to adjust playback and recorded video window contrast. The value ranges from 0 to
100. The default value is 50. The larger the number is, the higher the contrast is. You can use this function when
the whole video brightness is OK but the contrast is not correct. Please note the video may become hazy if the
value is too low. If this value is too high, the dark section may lack brightness while the bright section may over
expose. The recommended value ranges from 40 to 60.
•Saturation: This slider is used to adjust playback and recorded video window saturation. The value ranges from 0
to 100. The default value is 50. The larger the number, the stronger the color is. This value has no effect on the
general brightness of the whole video. The video color may become too strong if the value is too high. For the grey

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part of the video, distortion may occur if the white balance is not accurate. Please note the video may not be clear
if the value is too low. The recommended value ranges from 40 to 60.
•Sharpness: This slider is used to adjust the sharpness of the video. The value ranges from 0 to 100. The larger the
value is, the clearer the edges are and vice versa. Note: The higher the value, the higher likelihood of picture noise
occurring. The default value is 50 and the recommended value ranges from 40 to 60.
•Gamma: This slider is used to adjust the gamma of the video. The larger the number, the brighter the video is.
The default value is 50 and the recommended value ranges from 40 to 60.
•Mirror: This radio button allows the user to turn the mirroring feature on or off. Turning mirroring on will mirror
the picture.
•Flip: This dropdown box allows the user to flip the video feed picture. Flipping the picture is recommended only if
the camera is mounted upside down.
Exposure
This dropdown box allows the user to select the exposure type for the video feed. The options are Auto, Low Noise,
Low Motion Blur, and Manual. When low noise is selected, an additional option to specify a gain range appears
below this box.
When low motion blur is selected, an additional option to specify shutter speed appears below this box. When
manual is selected, additional options to specify a shutter speed and a gain range appear below this box.
Below is a screenshot of the exposure menu:
•Profile: This dropdown box allows the user to select which profile to modify. The 3 options are Day, Night, and
Normal.
•Anti-Flicker: These radio buttons allow the user to select what type of anti-flicker technology should be used for
the video feed. The three options are 50 Hz, 60 Hz, and Outdoor. The desired option should offset any flickering
effect caused by the electrical current used in the specific area.
•Mode: This dropdown menu allows the user to modify certain exposure settings related to the device such as, gain
priority, shutter priority or setting a manual gain setting.