Amcrest IP8M-TD2685EW-AI User manual

4K UltraHD Deterrent Turret Camera
User Manual
Version 1.0.0
October 8th, 2021

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Contents
Overview........................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Connection & Installation ................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Performing a Factory Reset .............................................................................................................................................................. 6
Installation Guide.............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Camera Access.................................................................................................................................................................................. 7
App Setup ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Desktop Access Setup..................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Live.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Playback.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Cloud Storage.................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Setup............................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Camera............................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Video............................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Audio............................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Network.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
TCP/IP ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 23
Connection...................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
DDNS............................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
IP Filter............................................................................................................................................................................................ 25
SMTP (Email)................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
UPnP ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
HTTPS.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Event............................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Video Detection.............................................................................................................................................................................. 27
Audio Detection.............................................................................................................................................................................. 29
Smart Plan....................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Face Detection................................................................................................................................................................................ 30
IVS................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Smart Motion Detection................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Alarm .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Abnormality .................................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Storage............................................................................................................................................................................................ 38
Destination ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Record Control................................................................................................................................................................................ 42
Cloud Storage.................................................................................................................................................................................. 42
System ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 43
General ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Date & Time.................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Manage Users................................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Default Settings .............................................................................................................................................................................. 44
Import/Export................................................................................................................................................................................. 44
Auto Maintain................................................................................................................................................................................. 44
Upgrade .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Information..................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Version............................................................................................................................................................................................ 45
Log .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Online Users.................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Alarm .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
Logout............................................................................................................................................................................................. 46

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Welcome
Thank you for purchasing an Amcrest camera!
In this document can find information about your camera’s features, 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/contact 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
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
•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.
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.

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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 from 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.
Overview
This 4K active UltraHD deterrent turret camera features the latest JS technology which allows the camera to operate
in any web browser without the use of a plugin. The camera provides various functions such as recording, playback,
perimeter protection, as well as face detection and smart motion detection which can be used to reduce false motion
alerts using object filtering. The camera also features a built in 110dB siren, microphone, and white light LED to deter
any unwelcomed visitors.
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. This camera works using a POE connection and interfaces with most networks
through the Ethernet port of your router.
Features
This camera has the following features:
•AI Features
This camera offers the following AI function; Face Detection, IVS (Tripwire/Intrusion) and Smart Motion Detection).
Face detection allow the camera to detect faces up to 28ft away and sends a snapshot of the event using email alerts
or push notifications in the Amcrest View Pro app.
IVS is used for perimeter protection. Use the tripwire and intrusion rules to set a detect area to better monitor a
area. Smart Motion Detection works with the camera’s built-in motion detection capabilities to reduce false alerts
from objects such as trees, animals, or other non-human or vehicular shapes.
•Active Deterrents
This camera features two active deterrents; a built-in 110dB siren and a white light LED. Each feature can be used
with motion detection or other features such as IVS to help provide better security to your home or business.
•Network Access
The camera can be accessed remotely from a wide variety of internet connected devices, including PCs, Mac, iOS,
and Android devices using a P2P connection or IP address. Use the UPnP or other protocols to allow remote and
local connection with a large variety of network hardware.
•Cloud Storage Functionality
Amcrest offers premium cloud storage options to enable long-term storage. Amcrest Cloud also allows the user to
easily locate and view recordings for playback from any internet connected computer or smartphone (iOS/Android).
Device Overview
The image below shows the structure of the camera:

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The images below show the dimensions for the camera. The measurements are in millimeters (mm):
Connection & Installation
This section provides information about the connection and installation of your camera.
MicroSD Card Installation Guide
If using a microSD card, please make sure the microSD card is installed before physical installation of your camera.
To Install a microSD card into your camera, please refer to the step-by-step guide below:
Note: A microSD card with a max of 256GB can be used. Please make sure the microSD card is properly formatted to
FAT32 and is classified as class 10 or above before installing.
1. Locate the reset on bottom of the camera (by the speaker) and use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the hatch.
2. Locate the microSD card slot and insert the microSD card into the slot. Press in to secure the card into the slot.
3. Place the hatch back onto the camera and secure it using a Phillips head screwdriver.

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Performing a Factory Reset
Performing a factory reset on your camera will revert the camera back to its original factory default settings. To
perform a physical factory reset, make sure the device is powered on and follow the instructions provided below.
Please note, you will need a Phillips head screwdriver to complete the reset.
Step 1: Locate the hatch on the bottom of the camera. Using a Phillips head
screwdriver, remove the 2 screws to open the hatch.
Step 2: Locate the reset button above the microSD slot. Press and hold the
reset button for 30-45 seconds and allow the camera to reset. If you are
unable to press and hold the reset button you can use the included wrench
or similar object to hold the button down.
Step 3: Once the reset is complete place the hatch back onto the camera
and secure it to the camera using a Phillips head screwdriver. The camera
has now been factory reset and reverted to its original factory settings. This
includes usernames, passwords, and other settings. The default username
and password will always be admin.
Dongle Wire Connections
The camera offers additional dongle wire connections which allow the user to attach an external RCA microphone,
speaker, connect a 12V DC power adapter (do not use if using PoE) or external alarm. For more details pertaining to
these connections please refer to the table below.
Connection
Parameter
Power
If the camera is not being powered using PoE a 12V DC, 2.0A power supply can be used to power
the device. Please refer to the specs sheet for more details on power consumption.
Ethernet Port
Used to provide PoE power and data from a PoE switch or similar network.
Audio In
Connect a mono RCA microphone to this port to provide additional audio in capabilities.
Audio Out
Connect a mono RCA speaker to this port to provide additional audio out capabilities.
Alarm
Use these connections to set an external alarm to the device.
Brown: Alarm Out
Green: Alarm Out Ground
Blue: Alarm In
Gray: Alarm In Ground
For more information on how to setup an external alarm, please refer to the user manual for
your specific alarm system.
Installation Guide
To install the camera on a ceiling or wall, please reference the below diagram as well as the steps:
Note: Prior to installation, please ensure that the installation environment can support at least 3x the weight of the
camera and bracket.

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Note: Due to certain hardware limitations within your camera it is important to note that these devices will not be
able to automatically/remotely pan/tilt or pivot in either the app or via the web UI on a computer. For this reason,
it is imperative to make sure to mount the cameras properly and position them as efficiently as you can to the areas
you wish to monitor. All positioning actions to the camera will have to be performed manually.
To install the camera onto a wall, follow the steps below:
1. Place the installation sticker onto the mounting surface.
2. Drill bottom holes according to the installation position map and insert the included wall anchors into the holes. If
running wires through a wall/ceiling a 1” paddle bit can be used to drill the center portion of the sticker.
3. Use the included torx wrench to remove the security screw on the front of the casing. This will disassemble the
camera from its case.
4. Align the holes on the bottom installation bracket to the wall anchors on your mounting surface. Run the wiring
through the newly drilled hole or on the side of the camera keeping the camera and mounting bracket level with the
mounting surface.
5. Use a Phillips head screwdriver (not included) to secure the bottom bracket and camera to the mounting surface.
6. Place the top portion of the casing over the camera and installation bracket and use the included torx wrench to
tighten the security screw back onto the casing. Do not overtighten the security screw as it may not properly be
secured if overtightened.
Camera Access
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.com/downloads)
•Amcrest Cloud

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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 have provided multiple ways to set up,
view, and operate your camera. Please follow the instructions on this page to set up your camera in the way that
works best for you.
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 will 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.
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
into 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. Confirm and adjust any needed settings for your
camera. When all settings have been confirmed, tap
Finish. For more information on how to setup your
camera on cloud please visit amcrest.com/support
Amcrest View Pro Setup
To add your PoE camera to the Amcrest View Pro app follow these steps:
The following steps will continue the app setup process for an Android phone and, though the iPhone version of the
app has slightly different steps, most of this process is identical and easy.
Download and install the Amcrest View Pro app for the App Store or Google Play Store.
Open the app on your mobile device and allow the app to load.

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3. Tap “Start”.
4. Tap “POE Camera”.
5. Tap “P2P Connection”.
Note: IP/Domain/DDNS can be used to establish a
DDNS connection. For more information on how to
setup a DDNS connection, visit amcrest.com/support
6. Scan the QR code. The QR code can be found on the
serial tag along with a scannable barcode.

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7. Create a name for the device and enter a username
and password. The default username and password
will be admin. Tap Start Live View.
8. Update the default password for the device and tap
“Start Live View” to view the device.
Desktop Access Setup
This camera features the latest in Java script technology which allows you to access your camera using a wide variety
of web browsers including, Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or other mainstream browsers using your PC or Mac.
Please note, for an optimal experience with a web browser it is highly recommended to use Internet Explorer or IE
mode on Edge as some features may still require the use of a plugin. 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: amcrest.com/downloads
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.
Click OK when and allow the stream to load.

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Operation and Interface
This section will show you the basic operation and interfaces of the web user interface for your camera.
Live
By default, the interface opens on the Live tab. The live view tab allows the user to see a live video feed from the
camera. The live view tab has five main sections:
Section 1: These options allow the user quick access to the live view screen, playback, as well as to the Amcrest
Cloud.
Section 2: This section allows the user to switch between Main Stream and Sub stream resolutions. Please note, if
the computer has reached its limitation the UI will automatically switch to substream to compensate.
Section 3: This is the live view feed from the camera.
Section 4: This section allows the user to access setup options, alarm, and logout the interface.
Section 5: This section allows the user to perform different camera functions while in live mode. Please note, more
options in this section will be available on internet explorer however if using other web browsers, the following
options will apply.
Button
Function Name
Function Description
Alarm
Manually enable/disable external alarm (relay-out) alerts.
White Light
Manually enable/disable the white light LED deterrent.
Siren
Manually enable/disable the siren deterrent.

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Snapshot
Take a snapshot of an event.
Audio
Enable/disable audio from the microphone.
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.
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.
5. Record Type: Filter and view different record types such as continuous recordings (General), motion detection
recordings (Event), alarm events (Alarm), manual recordings (Manual).
Cloud Storage
The Cloud Storage tab allows the user quick access to the Amcrest Cloud website.

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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.
3. Menu Tab: These tabs open menu options such as camera configuration and profile management.
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 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
General (automatically adjust between day and night profiles).
•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

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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 overexpose. 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 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. The camera can only clip the image 0° or 180°.
Exposure
This menu allows the user to select the exposure type for the video feed.
•Profile: This dropdown box allows the user to select which profile to modify. The 3 options are Day, Night, and
General (automatically adjust between day and night profiles).
•Anti-Flicker: These options 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.
Auto: Default exposure settings. Automatically adjust exposure to increase the
gainFirst - This setting will maximize the gain for the ideal exposure. Low Noise Basically turns up the ISO
to the best setting without sacrificing exposure timing.
Shutter Priority - This setting will maximize the fastest shutter speed and will sacrifice the gain in return.
Manual - This setting lets you select your shutter speed and have the gain adjust automatically. Selecting
customized range will let you both the shutter speed an adjust the gain manually.
•Exposure Comp: Use this slider to adjust the exposure composition. This will make the camera either more or less
sensitive to light. The default value is 50, however it can be adjusted from 0 to 100.
•3D NR: Enable/disable 3D noise reduction.
•3D NR Level: This slider allows the user to specify the 3D Noise Reduction level. The value ranges from 1-100.
To reset to default settings, click the Reset Defaults button. To refresh the screen, click on Refresh. To save the
settings, click the Save button.

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BLC Mode
This menu allows the user to select Back Light Compensation. The values are Off, BLC (Auto), WDR, and HLC. This
feature should only be used in black lit environments.
•Profile: This dropdown box allows the user to select which profile to modify. The 3 options are Day, Night, and
General (automatically adjust between day and night profiles).
•Mode: Use this dropdown menu to select between different BLC presets .
BLC: Optimizes the camera to increase light exposure for darkened areas. This makes objects appear more
naturally lit and increases detail. Please note that using BLC will make bright outdoor areas appear
more lit, almost completely white,
HLC: Automatically detects strong light sources and reduces light exposure, greatly improving the clarity of
bright areas.
WDR: Clearly displays both the foreground subjects and the background in balanced detail. The camera
simultaneous captures the scene twice with two different image sensors, each one at a different
exposure level, then merging the images to output one balanced image.
SSA: Automatically lower the brightness of high brightness area and increase the brightness of low
brightness area according to the environmental brightness and try to make it clear to see what is in the
picture.
To reset to default settings, click the Reset Defaults button. To refresh the screen, click on Refresh. To save the
settings, click the Save button.
WB
This dropdown box allows the user to select the white balance for the video feed. The different options are Auto,
Sunny, Night, Outdoor, Customized and Regional Custom.
•Profile: This dropdown box allows the user to select which profile to modify. The 3 options are Day, Night, and
General (automatically adjust between day and night profiles).
•Mode: This dropdown menu allows the user to choose white balance presets such as, auto, sunny, night, outdoor,
customized, and regional customized options.
Auto: Default white balance setting.
Sunny: Adjust the white balance image to optimal settings in a sunny environment.
Night: Adjust the white balance image to optimal settings in a nighttime environment.
Outdoor: Adjust the white balance image to optimal settings in an outdoor environment.
Customized: Manually adjust the red and blue values of the image.
Regional Custom: Allows the user to select an area (region) on the live view screen in which white balance
will be most applicable
To reset to default settings, click the Reset Defaults button. To refresh the screen, click on Refresh. To save the
settings, click the Save button.
Day & Night
Day & Night profiles are used to determine when black and white mode is turned on in a dark environment.
•Profile: This dropdown box allows the user to select which profile to modify. The 3 options are Day, Night, and
General (automatically adjust between day and night profiles).

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•Mode: This dropdown box allows the user to select different Day & Night balance modes. The 3 options are Auto,
Color, and B&W.
Auto - Uses D&N Sensitivity setting to change between color mode and infrared and black and white mode.
Color - Preset which allows the camera to compensate color in day or night profiles.
B&W - Sets the picture to black and white, however when illumination is too dark it switches on IR mode.
•Sensitivity: This option allows the user to change the Day/Night Sensitivity of the camera. The three options are Low,
Middle, and High. The higher the sensitivity, the quicker the camera will change into another mode depending on
the light levels.
•Delay: This dropdown box allows the user to set a delay in seconds for how long it takes to switch between Day and
Night modes. The values range from the default value is 6 seconds, however it can range from 2 seconds to 10
seconds.
To reset to default settings, click the Reset Defaults button. To refresh the screen, click on Refresh. To save the
settings, click the Save button.
IR Light
This menu allows the user to select whether the IR lights for night vision are on or off for the selected profile.
•Profile: This dropdown box allows the user to select which profile to modify. The 3 options are Day, Night, and
General (automatically adjust between day and night profiles).
•Mode: This dropdown box allows the user to select whether to turn the IR light on or off.
Auto: Automatically turn the IRs on or off based on the amount of light detected by the camera.
Manual: Manually turn the IRs on or off.
Off: Turn off the IRs completely.
To reset to default settings, click the Reset Defaults button. To refresh the screen, click on Refresh. To save the
settings, click the Save button.
Profile Management
Below is a screenshot that shows the Profile Management tab in the Configuration menu item:
Below is an explanation for each of the fields on the Profile Management tab in the Configuration menu item:

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Profile Management: This set of radio buttons allow the user to set what basis the profile management settings run
on. There are 4 options: General, Full Time, Schedule, and Day/Night. General means that the system can
automatically alternate between night and day based on the profiles for each.
Full Time means that the system sticks to one profile the entire time it is running. Schedule allows the user to dictate
which times of the day are designated for the day profile and the night profile. Day/Night means that the system
maintains one profile (Day or Night) for each mode set by the user.
To reset to default settings, click the Reset Defaults button. To refresh the page, click the Refresh button. To save
the settings, click the Save button.
Video
This section allows the user to change video settings for the camera’s video feed. There are 4 tabs in this menu item:
Video, Snapshot, Overlay, and Path.
Below is a screenshot that shows the Video tab in the Video menu item:
Below is an explanation for each of the fields on the Video tab in the Video menu item:
•Encode Mode: This dropdown box allows the user to select a compression protocol. The system supports H.264 and
MJPEG video compression protocols.
•Resolution: This dropdown box allows the user to set the resolution. The system supports various resolutions, and
they can be selected from this dropdown list.
•Frame Rate (FPS): This dropdown box allows the user to select a frame rate. Frame rate settings are measured in
frames per second (FPS) and can range from 1f/s to 25f/s in PAL mode and 1f/s to 30f/s in NTSC mode. Please note,
if the AI features on the camera are enabled, the camera will default to 20fps, if the AI features are disabled the
camera can max at 30 fps.
•Bit Rate Type: This dropdown box allows the user to select a bit rate type. The system supports two bit rate types:
CBR and VBR. In VBR mode, video quality can be set.

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•Reference Bit Rate: This is the recommended bit rate value according to the resolution and frame rate selected.
•Bit Rate: This dropdown box allows the user to select a bit rate.
•Frame Interval: This field allows the user to set the P frame amount between two I frames. The value ranges from 1
to 150 seconds. Default value is 50. Recommended value is frame rate *2.
•Watermark Settings: This function allows the user to verify if the video has been tampered with.
•Watermark Character: This field allows the user to set the watermark’s text. The default string is Digital CCTV. The
maximum length is 85 characters. This string can only include numbers, characters, and underscores.
Sub Stream is a lower quality stream that allows the feed to take up less resources and bandwidth when streaming.
The Mainstream and the Sub Stream have the same fields. Sub Stream can be enabled by checking the box next to
Enable.
To reset to default settings, click the Reset Defaults button. To refresh the page, click the Refresh button. To save
the settings, click the Save button.
Snapshot
Below is a screenshot that shows the Snapshot tab in the Video menu item:
Below is an explanation for each of the fields on the Snapshot tab in the Video menu item:
•Snapshot Type: This dropdown box allows the user to select a snapshot mode. There are two snapshot modes:
General: Snapshots are taken as scheduled.
Event: Snapshots occur when a motion detection alarm or tampering alarm is triggered
•Image Size: This dropdown box shows the image size. By default, the screenshot size is the same size as the video
feed’s resolution.
•Quality: This dropdown box allows the user to select image quality. Quality is adjusted on a scale of
1-6.
•Interval: This is to set snapshot frequency. The value ranges from 1 to 7 seconds. The maximum setting for a
customized interval is 3600s/picture.
To reset to default settings, click the Reset Defaults button. To refresh the page, click the Refresh button. To save
the settings, click the Save button.