Amcrest ASH26-B Security Camera User Manual PDF

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Summary of Content for Amcrest ASH26-B Security Camera User Manual PDF

1080P Wi-Fi Floodlight Camera User Manual

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Model: ASH26

Table of Contents

Legal Statement................................................................................................... 2

Important Safeguards and Warnings.......................................................... 3

Device Introduction............................................................................................ 4

Physical Installation............................................................................................ 6

Amcrest Smart Home App Setup................................................................ 12

Amcrest Smart Home Cloud........................................................................ 19

MicroSD Card Recording.............................................................................. 23

App Settings....................................................................................................... 24

Motion Detection Overview......................................................................... 26

Events Menu....................................................................................................... 41

Account Menu................................................................................................... 42

Adding to An Amcrest NVR/DVR.............................................................. 47

Adding to Amcrest View Pro........................................................................ 48

Adding to Amcrest Surveillance Pro......................................................... 49

Adding to Blue Iris............................................................................................ 50 .

Troubleshooting................................................................................................ 51

Legal Statement

Caution: The user is cautioned that changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does not cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environ- ment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between a radiator or any part of your body.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ( 1 ) This device may not cause harmful interference, and ( 2 ) This device must accept any interference received, including interterence that may cause undesired operation.

About This Document

This document is for reference purposes only. This document may serve as a reference for other product types whose specic operations will not be enumerated. Please operate according to actual product specications. Amcrest reserves rights to revise any information in this document at anytime; and the revised contents will be added to the new version without prior announcement. Some functions of the product may be slightly dierent before and after a revision. This document includes general practice, installation examples, and technical content that may be used for your device. Installation of this device may dier based on specic locations. Working with electricity can be dangerous if proper safety precautions are not taken. If you are not comfortable or inexperienced with the tools or process described in this manual, we highly recommend hiring a licensed electrician to install your device. Amcrest does not assume liabili ty for any damage that result in improper use or installation of your device.

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Important Safeguards and Warnings

1Electrical Safety This device requires a AC100-240V electrical connection to function. Working with electricity can be dangerous unless proper safety precautions are taken. We recommend hiring a licensed electrician to install this product if you are not comfortable or experienced with the tools and procedures needed to install this product. All installation and operation of this device should conform to your local electrical safety codes. We assume no liability or responsibility for any res or electrical shock caused by improper handling or installation.

2Transportation Security Heavy stress, violent vibrations, and excess moisture should not occur during transportation, storage, and installation of the device.

3Installation Handle the device with care. This device operates on either a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi connection only and may require additional wiring. Please note, working with electricity can be dangerous unless proper safety precautions are taken. We recommend hiring a licensed electrician to install this product if you are not comfortable or experienced with the tools and procedures needed to install this product. Additionall, please ensure the installation surface can support at least 3x the weight of the device before installing the device. This device is not waterproof, do not install with areas of high humidity ot moisture.

4. Additional Software This device is designed to be used on the Amcrest Smart Home platform. Since Amcrest Smart Home products operate on a cloud based system, adding the device to any additional software may result in the degradation or loss of certain features.

5Repair Professionals All the examination and repair work should be done by qualied service engineers. We are not liable for any problems caused by unauthorized modications or user-attempted repair. 6Environment The camera should be kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, ammable materials, explo- sive substances, etc. This product should be transported, stored, and used only in the specied envi- ronments as stated above. Do not aim the camera at a strong light source, as it may cause overexpo- sure of the picture, which may aect the longevity of the camera. Ensure that the camera is in a well-ventilated area to prevent overheating. 7. 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 microber cloth.

8. 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.

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Device Introduction

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Device Overview 2000lm Floodlights

MicroSD Card Slot (256GB)

Built-in Microphone

2.8mm Lens

LED Indicator

PIR Sensor

Reset Button

Built-in Speaker

Technical Specications

Image Sensor: 1/2.7 2MP CMOS Resolution: Up to 2MP (1920 x 1080) Night Vision: Up to 33ft

CAMERA

LENS Lens Type: 2.8mm (Fixed) Feild of View: H: 114, V: 66, D: 137

FLOODLIGHT Brightness: 2000lm Color Temp: 3000K

3 Working Modes: Motion-Activated, Manual, Schedule. PIR: Up to 270 Coverage, 33ft distance.

CONSTRUCTION Weatherproof: IP65 Operating Temp: -22F - 122F. Dimensions: 9.3 x 12.5 x 6.8 Weight: 3.97 lbs.

NETWORK

Wi-Fi: (802.11b/g/n), 2.4GHz Only, 100m Open eld

VIDEO Compression: H.265/H.264 Frame Rate (Main Stream): 2MP (1-30fps)

AUDIO Two-Way Talk with Built-in Mic and Speaker

STORAGE MicroSD: Up to 256GB Smart Home Cloud: Optional

MOBILE VIEWING iOS and Android Smartphones

Device Introduction

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Device Features

Inserting a MicroSD card

To insert a microSD card, remove the lid on the top of the camera and locate the microSD card slot. Insert the microSD card into the microSD card slot with the gold pins facing towards the front of the camera.

Press down on the card until you hear a click and release. The microSD card will be secured in the slot. Secure the lid back onto the top of the camera after the microSD has been installed.

A microSD card is required to store events outside of the Amcrest Smart Home Cloud. The camera is compatible up to 256GB and requires a Class 10 or higher microSD card to function. It is highly recommended to ensure the microSD card is properly formatted to FAT32 before proceeding.

1080P Resolution Watch what you love in crystal clear HD 1080p resolution.

Motion Activated Receive instant notications anytime your camera detects motion.

Remote-Activated Siren Scare away unwelcomed visitors with a built-in 110dB security siren.

Wide View Angle Cover more ground with a

114 ultra-wide viewing angle.

Floodlight Modes Switch between oodlight modes, including motion activation, manual, and

schedule.

Two-Way Audio Listen and talk using the

build-in speaker and microphone

Flexible Storage Securly store footage to

the Smart Home Cloud or MicroSD card (256GB)

*MicroSD Not Included

MicroSD Card Slot

256 GB

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Physical Installation

WARNING WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIRING A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN IF YOU ARE NOT COMFORTABLE OR EXPERIENCED WITH THE TOOLS AND PROCESSES DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. PLEASE ENSURE THE CIRCUIT BREAKER IS TURNED OFF AND YOU HAVE REVIEWED THE MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE PROCEEDING.

What's Included

Floodlight Camera Mounting Plate

Mounting Screw

Hook

Wire Nuts Bracket Screws

Screws

This device requires a AC100-240V electrical connection to function. Working with electricity can be dangerous unless proper safety precautions are taken. We recommend hiring a licensed electrician to install this product if you are not comfortable or experienced with the tools and procedures needed to install this product. All installation and operation of this device should conform to your local electrical safety codes. We assume no liability or responsibility for any res or electrical shock caused by improper handling or installation.

DOWN

FRONT

UP

BOTTOM

TOP

Junction Box (not included) Mounting Plate

Bracket Screws

Mounting Screw

Camera Lock Collar

GND

Assembly

The PIR sensor can detect human-sized objects up to 33 feet away, when mounted 10 feet o the ground with the PIR sensor parallel to the ground.

10ft (3m)

33ft (10m)

Application

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The pattern of the LED indicator is included in the following table.

LED Indicator Status Device Status

Powered o/LED turned o Rebooting after reset

Booting Device malfunction

Waiting for network

Operating properly

Network connection failed

Firmware updating

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Red Light On

Green Light Flashing

Green Light On

Red Light Flashing

Green and Red Light Alternately Flashing

MicroSD Card Slot

Built-in Speaker

Light Sensor

Reset Button

Since we will be working with electrical wiring, it important to shut o the power to your oodlight at the electrical breakers of your home to ensure no power is owing through the system.

TURN OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER

THIS GUIDE IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. WORKING WITH ELECTRICITY CAN BE DANGEROUS UNLESS PROPER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE TAKEN. WE RECOMMEND HIRING A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN IF YOU ARE NOT COMFORTABLE OR EXPERIENCED WITH THE TOOLS AND PROCESSES DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL.

DISCLAIMER

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RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK We strongly suggest you hire a licensed electrician to install the camera. Be sure to disconnect the power at the fuse or circuit breaker before installation. Verify that the supply voltage is correct. Connect xture to a 100 ~240VAC 50/60 Hz power source. Properly ground xture. Always follow code standards when installing wired connection.

WARNING

RISK OF FIRE Do not connect near combustible or ammable surfaces.

Do not connect this light xture to a dimmer switch or timer. Make sure the mounting surface is strong enough to hold at least three times the weight of the device.

Step 2 Attach the included mounting plate to the junction box.

Step 1 Turn the power o at the breaker. Remove any existing hardware from your junction box and disconnect any wires. Inspect the junction box to make sure water cannot get into it.

If you do not have an installed junction box, we highly recommended you hire a licensed electrician to complete the installation of your camera. Be sure to comply with your local codes.WARNING

Installing the Floodlight

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Step 3 Loosen the adjustment knobs located at the base of your oodlights. Then, adjust the angle of the oodlights to make space for the mounting screwhole located between the camera and oodlights.

Step 4 Attach one end of the hook to the mounting plate, and the other end to the edge of the camera so you can free your hands for installation.

Step 5 The copper wire from the camera is the ground (GND) wire. Run the ground wire from the camera through the designated ground screws on the mounting plate. Then connect the ground wire to the reserved ground wire in the junction box. Use the included wire nuts to connect the wires.

Step 6 Connect the power wires. The white wire from the camera is the neutral wire, connect this wire to the reserved neutral wire. The black wire from the camera is the hot (live) wire, connect this wire to the reserved hot wire.

Use the included wire nuts to connect the wires.

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Step 7 Ensure all live wiring is covered. Feed all the wires into the junction box. Secure the camera to the mounting plate using the included mounting screw.

Step 8 Adjust the oodlights and camera lens to the desired angle. Keep the PIR detector parallel to the ground to ensure optimal detection.

Now its time to setup the Amcrest Smart Home App. To connect your Amcrest Floodlight camera to your Android or iOS mobile device, download the Amcrest Smart Home app, then follow the instructions in included the App Setup Guide.

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Amcrest Smart Home App Setup

The Amcrest Smart Home app connects your Amcrest Smart Home device to your Android or iOS mobile device ensuring you are always connected to what matters most.

To get the app, search for Amcrest Smart Home in the Google Play or App Store and download.

Connecting to the App

Open the Amcrest Smart Home app and tap on Register to register an account. Log in and click on Add Device.

Scan the QR Code Scan the QR Code on your device or manually enter the serial number for the device by tapping Manually enter S/N. The serial number can be found on the serial tag located on the camera.

Add Device Setup Method To setup a WiFi connection (recommended) Tap WiFi Setup to continue.

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Type in a password you would like to use and conrm it. Please use a combination of letters, numbers, and symbols between 8 - 32 characters long when setting up a password.

Tap OK to continue.

Choose Your Wi-Fi Network Select your Wi-Fi network from the Wi-Fi network list. Enter the pass- word for your home Wi-Fi network. If you would like to save this pass- word to the app, tap on Save Password

Tap Connect to continue.

The LED on the front of camera will turn solid green when connected. If it does not turn solid, tap on Start Over to try again.

Tap Next to continue

Set the Time and Date Set Time Zone to your current time zone and set DST (Daylight Savings Time) settings if applica- ble.

Tap Next to continue.

Set a Password

Rename your device. A few examples are provided such as, Front Door, Storage Room, Oce, etc.

Tap Save to continue.

Name Your Device

Add Your Device

Tap Start Live View to view the live feed.

Start Live View

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Live View

Devices Menu The devices menu displays all connected devices on your Amcrest Smart Home account as well as direct access event notications, and account settings.

SETTINGS Provides access to settings such as motion detection, deterrent options, rmware 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.

FULL SCREEN View your feed in full screen mode.

SD/HD Set the device to standard or high denition resolution.

SNAPSHOT Manually take a photo.

RECORD Manually record a video.

Tap on the device you would like to access to view the live view screen.

MOTION ALERTS Enable to recieve notications 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.

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Multiview The multiview option is used to view up to 4 devices simultaneously on the live view screen. To access the multiview menu, tap on the Multiview icon located on the live view interface.

Tap on the ( + ) icon to begin adding optional devices to the live view screen.

Select your device from the optional channels menu. The interface can view up to 4 devices simultaneously. Once added, a blue Added display will be shown next to the newly added device.

The added devices can now be viewed simultaneously on the live view screen. To exit multiview, tap on the Single View option located on the live view interface.

Add a Device Select your Device View Your Devices

SIREN Tap this button to manually set o the cameras built in siren.

LIGHT Tap this button to manually turn the oodlights on or o.

Siren/Light The siren and light options located in the live view interface allow you to manually turn the siren or light on or o on the camera. This is useful to manually deter someone from the area or to stop the deterrent if it goes o at unwanted times.

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Full Screen The fullscreen option allows you to view a full screen view of the live feed from your device. When in full screen mode, tap the live view screen to access the live view features for your device. To exit full screen mode, tap on the back arrow ( < ) to revert the live feed back it its original format.

Talk/Listen The talk button allows you to activate the microphone on your smartphone device to talk to your camera. The talk button can be used together with the listen button to enable two way audio.

Tap the talk button to activate the microphone on your smartphone. You will hear audio from the device on your smartphone.

Tap on the listen button to activate the speaker on your device. This will enable two way audio when activated with the talk button.

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HD/SD The HD/SD button will set the live feed for your device in standard denition or high denition. High denition will set your device to the highest possible resolution, standard denition will revert the live view resolution to its original factory resolution.

Tap the HD button to set the live view of your device to high deni- tion.

Tap on the SD button to revert the live view of your device back to standard denition.

Manual Snapshot The manual snapshot button allows you to manually take snapshots of the live feed. All manual snapshots will be stored in the My Saved Files folder located in the Account section of the Amcrest Smart Home app.

Tap on the Snapshot button to manually take a snapshot of the live view screen.

Take a Snapshot To view the snapshot, use the back arrow ( < ) to access the devices menu. Tap on Account and access the My Saved Files folder.

My Saved Files View your Photo Tap on the snapshot folder icon ( ) to access snapshots. Tap on the photo you want to view in the interface.

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Take a Video Tap on the Record button to manually take a video of the live view screen.

To stop the recording, tap the record button again.

To view the snapshot, use the back arrow ( < ) to access the devices menu. Tap on Account and access the My Saved Files folder.

My Saved Files View your Video The interface will default to the video folder. Tap on the le you would like to view in the interface.

Manual Record The manual record button allows you to manually take video of the live feed. All manual recordings will be stored in the My Saved Files folder located in the Account section of the Amcrest Smart Home app.

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Amcrest Smart Home Cloud

The Amcrest Smart Home Cloud is an optional premium cloud storage service that oers a wide range of storage options for cloud users who wish to have secure cloud based options for their recordings. This is dierent from Amcrest Cloud service as the Amcrest Smart Home cloud is exclusive to Amcrest Smart Home devices and will not be compatible with other traditional or legacy Amcrest IP cameras or devices.

All cloud plans are available for purchase in the Amcrest Smart Home app once an account and device has been properly setup. An Amcrest Smart Home cloud subscription will be active for exactly 30 days starting from the minute you subscribed and are based o motion detection recordings only. To keep a cloud subscription active it is recommended to select "Auto Renewal" when checking out. For more infor- mation on how to activate an Amcrest Smart Home Cloud storage plan, please refer to the information provided below.

Note: Any plan changes made to your account will only take place at the end of your current billing cycle.

Log into your Amcrest Smart Home app and select the device you wish to activate.

On the live view screen tap on Cloud Record- ings.

Tap on Activate Cloud Storage.

Select a Cloud Storage plan from the list of cloud plans and tap Buy.

Enter your billing infor- mation into the billing form. All plans will require a credit card to process the request.

After you have pur- chased your Amcrest Smart Home cloud plan you will be able to store and view your record- ings all from the Cloud Recordings menu.

Access Your Account Activate Cloud Storage Choose Your Plan View Cloud Plan

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Amcrest Smart Home Cloud Plans Explained Amcrest oers a wide range of options for cloud users who wish to have secure cloud based options for their recordings. These include our free 1 year cloud plan which oers 3 days of motion detection storage with a 12 second record time and 7 minute cool down to a 30 day motion detection storage plan that oers unlimited recorded as well as no cool down.

All cloud plans are available for purchase in the Amcrest Smart Home app once an account and device has been properly setup. An Amcrest Smart Home cloud subscription will be active for exactly 30 days starting from the minute you subscribed. To keep a cloud subscription active it is recommended to select "Auto Renewal" when checking out.

What is Cloud Storage Time? Every Amcrest Smart Home cloud subscription is based on a 30 day cycle. Dierent plan times (7 day, 14 days, etc.) represent how long new recordings are stored and accessed from the cloud. For example, if you select a 7 day storage plan, you will only have access to the last 7 days of recordings. Any recordings from 8 days ago will have been automatically over-written and therefore in accessible.

How Does the 1 Year Free Cloud Plan Work? Amcrest Smart Home oers a 1 year free trial plan which allows you to try the Amcrest Smart Home cloud free for 1 year. The free trial plan oers, 3 days of motion detection storage with 12 seconds of record time per event as well as a 7 minute cool down in between events. A credit card is still required for the free trial plan as after 1 year the plan will expire which will default your account to a paid, 3 day motion detection storage plan. The 3 day motion recording plan cost is $1.99 per month and oers the same 12 second record time and 7 second cool down.

Other Amcrest Smart Home Cloud Storage Options On top of the 1 year free trial plan, Amcrest Smart Home also oers several paid storage options as well.

3 Days Motion Detection Storage - This is the default plan that is placed on your account if you have signed up for a free 1 year cloud storage plan and it has expired. It is $1.99/month and oers 3 days of cloud storage with a 12 second record time and 7 minute cool down in between recordings.

7 Days Motion Detection Storage - This is a cloud storage plan that will store motion recordings for 7 days. It is $4.99/month and oers no recording limits or cool down periods.

14 Days Motion Detection Storage - This is a cloud storage plan that will store motion recordings for 14 days. It is $7.99/month and oers no recording limits or cool down periods.

30 Days Motion Detection Storage - This is a cloud storage plan that will store motion recordings for 30 days. It is $12.99/month and oers no recording limits or cool down periods.

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Downloading Recordings Due to the current capabilities of the app recordings can only be downloaded via the Cloud Recordings download interface. All recordings retained on a microSD card will have to be downloaded via a microSD card adapter (sold separately) on a computer. For more information on microSD card recordings, please refer to the microSD card section of this manual.

Tap the download icon located at the bottom of the menu ( ). The recording will begin to download to your smartphone.

A blue check mark ( ) will appear next to the download icon once the recording has nished downloading.

Download

Log into your Amcrest Smart Home app and select the device you wish to activate.

On the live view screen tap on Cloud Record- ings.

Select the recording you wish to download from the le list.

Access Your Account Access File List Choose Your Clip

Playback/Download Cloud Recordings

Note: You can also share your recordings directly to other services on your smartphone via the share icon ( ) located in the middle of the download menu.

The le list will display all cloud recordings. to playback a cloud recording, select the clip from the time line. Tap the date to choose recordings on dierent dates. Tap on the File List icon ( ) located in the Cloud playback inter- face.

Changing Cloud Plans Any changes made to your current Amcrest Smart Home cloud plan will take eect on the next billing cycle. Every Amcrest Smart Home cloud subscription is based on a 30 day cycle. All Amcrest Smart Home Cloud plan changes are made via the Amcrest Smart Home app For more information on how to change your Amcrest Smart Home Cloud plan, please refer to the information provided.

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Access Your Account Access Plan Details Change Current Plan

Update Cloud Plan Choose a New Plan Conrm Payment

Open the Amcrest Smart Home app and log into your account.

Tap on the Account tab.

Tap on My Plans.

Note: The My Plans menu will display all past and present Amcrest Smart Home Cloud plans, unpaid, paid as well as cancelled plans. You can lter this via the "Unpaid", "Paid", and "Cancelled tabs.

Select your current plan from the My Plans menu.

Then tap on Change Plan.

Read the provided information on the screen and tap "Change Plan" to continue.

Select which plan you would like to change to from the Amcrest Smart Home cloud plans provided. Tap Buy to continue.

Choose whether you would like to auto renew your payment. Tap Con- rm Payment to continue.

Note: Enter your name, and billing information into the app. This will be the billing information used for the new plan you have selected. Tap Pay to complete the process.

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MicroSD Card Recordings

This device is capable of providing local storage via an external microSD card (sold separately). Please ensure you are using a class 10 or above microSD card that does not exceed the storage limitation of your device. The microSD card must be formatted to FAT32. This may have to be done manually as most pro- grams do not format to this allocation automatically.

When a microSD card is inserted into the device, all motion based recordings will be stored to it. Addition- ally, if you have a Amcrest Smart Home Cloud account, recordings will be stored both on the cloud and microSD card.

Playback MicroSD Card Recordings

Log into your account in the app and select your device.

On the live view screen, tap on the "MicroSD Card" menu located at the bottom right of the screen.

Access MicroSD Menu In the MicroSD card menu you will notice a list of recordings. Recordings can be accessed and viewed based on the date the motion occurred and can be found by tapping on the calendar menu in the app.

Tap on a le to view the recording.

Select Your Recording

Note: Recordings stored on a microSD card cannot be downloaded to your smartphone via the app. To download the recordings, remove the microSD card from the device and use a SD card adapter to view them on a computer.

Viewing a Recording All motion detection recordings will occur back to back in the interface which allows the device to capture all events without the use of a cool down period.

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App Settings

The settings menu for your device allows you to congure specic settings such as device information, motion detection, time zone, Wi-Fi and other related settings. All settings are based on the capbilities of the device and may dier between certain models. Please refer to the information below for more information on the settings available for your device.

Accessing the Settings Menu The settings menu for your device can be accessed via the live view menu. Tap on the settings icon ( ) to display the settings menu. The settings menu for your device is displayed below.

Device Information - This menu allows you to update the thumbnail image, name, and password for your device. The model number, serial number and other useful information can be accessed via this menu. Motion Detection - This menu allows you to customize, adjust, and set motion detection schedules for your device. When motion detection is enabled your device will record video whenever motion is detected. Night Vision - This menu allows you to turn the IR light on the camera o, force it on, or have it automatically turn on once the camera has reached a specic light environment. Continuous Recording Schedule- This menu allows you to set your device to continously record video to a microSD card. Note: Once the microSD card is full, old footage will be overwritten on the card. Storage Status - Displays any current cloud or microSD card storage options applicable for your device. This option also allows you to format a microSD card right from your device. Floodlight Setting - This menu allows you to adjust ood light modes, enable/disable the light sensor, motion zones, and light duration. Time Zone - This menu allows you to adjust and set any time zone related information for your device. Enable DST (daylight savings time) settings for your device if needed. Share Device - This menu allows you to share your device with other people with established Amcrest Smart Home accounts. You can share up to a max of 6 people. Firmware Update - This menu allows you to update the rmware for your device. If a rmware update is available, a red dot will be displayed in this eld.

Wi-Fi Settings - This menu allows you to change Wi-Fi networks for your device. New Location Setup - Provides information on how to setup your device in a new location. Restore Default Settings - Restores your device to its original default settings. Reboot - This option allows you to restart your device from the Amcrest Smart Home app. Video Settings - This menu provides access to general video settings related to your device. Email Alerts - This menu allows you to setup email notications which will allow you to receive an email if an event is detected by your camera. Delete Device - This option unbounds your device from your Amcrest Smart Home account.

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Device Information This menu allows you to update the thumbnail image, name, and password for your device. The model number, serial number and other useful information can be accessed via this menu.

Tap on Device Thumbnail to update the thumbnail image for your device.

The thumbnail can be default, a manually taken snapshot, or uploaded from your smart- phone.

Tap on Device Name to edit the name of your device. Tap on the Save icon ( ) when nished. To exit, tap on the back arrow ( < ) to exit the interface.

Tap on Password to modify the password for your device. This is not the password for your Amcrest Smart Home account, it is the password to access your device. Tap on the Save icon ( ) when nished. To exit, tap on the back arrow ( < ) to exit the interface.

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Motion Detection Overview

Amcrest Smart Home devices allow you to view motion detection recordings locally, using a microSD card (sold separately) or via Amcrest Smart Home cloud which is a cloud based service where you can remotely view and store motion detection recordings.

By default, motion detection is automatically enabled on all Amcrest Smart Home devices. All motion detection settings are adjustable using the Amcrest Smart Home app. Having motion detection enabled allows your device to record video clips whenever motion is detected. If you are accessing recordings locally using a microSD card, a microSD card must be inserted in your device before use.

Note: If storing motion detection events locally on a microSD card, please make sure the microSD card is class 10 or above and properly formatted to FAT32. This device is compatible up to 128GB.

Motion Detection Settings All motion detection settings for your device will be adjusted through the Amcrest Smart Home app. This device has a maximum motion detection distance of up to 33 feet, day or night. Its built-in motion and PIR sensors allows the camera to cover more distance and provides more accuracy when detecting motion. For more information on accessing the motion detection settings, please refer to the information provided below:

To access the motion detection settings, open the Amcrest Smart Home app and access the live view screen for your device.

Tap on the settings icon ( ) and select Motion Detection.

The motion detection settings for your device will be displayed in this menu which will allow you to adjust and control motion settings such as, motion schedules, sensi- tivity, regions as well as enable Email notications and snapshots. The Motion Detection toggle switch must be enabled for motion detection to work.

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Motion Schedules A motion schedule allows you to set the device to begin recording motion detection events at a designated time. This is useful if you would like the device to only start detecting motion during specic times of the day. If you would like the device to record motion 24/7 you can leave the schedule as default. However, for more information on how to set a motion schedule, please refer to the information provided below.

Log into your Amcrest Smart Home app and access the Motion Detection menu.

Tap on Motion Schedule.

Tap on the day of the week you wish to modify. If you are setting a schedule for multiple days of the week this can be done later in the interface.

Tap on "Add Schedule".

Siren Activation The siren activation toggle switch will activate the built-in siren on the camera every time a motion event occurs. Please note, the siren is extremely loud, handle with care.

To manually disable the siren, use the siren button located on the live view screen. To turn o siren activation completely, press the siren activation toggle switch located in the Motion Detection menu to deactivate.

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Tap on End Time and use the scroll option to select a time you want the motion schedule to stop. Tap on the

Note: Motion schedules cannot overlap.

Tap on Repeat to choose which days of the week you would like the motion sched- ule to apply.

Tap on Start Time and use the scroll option to select a time you want the motion schedule to start.

A blue check mark will be displayed next to the active days.

Tap the back arrow ( < ) to exit.

Tap on the Save button to save your motion schedule. The motion schedule is now applied to your device.

Tap the back arrow ( < ) to exit.

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Set Regions Setting motion detection regions allows you to customize activity zones for motion detection areas. This helps to block out and avoid false motion events and is useful for blocking out areas such as trees, bushes, or other areas to help increase the eciency if your cameras motion detection abilities.

To set a motion detection region, tap on "Clear Zone". Use you nger to highlight the area(s) on the screen that you would like to block motion detection events. Tap on "Save Zone" to save the motion detection region. Tap on the back arrow ( < ) to exit.

Motion Sensitivity Motion sensitivity allows you to adjust how sensitive the motion detection will be for your camera. The oodlight camera uses PIR as well as motion detection sensors to detect motion. This is based on a minimum and maximum value ranging between 1, having the least amount of sensitivity, and 5 being the max. The default sensitivity level will be 3. This is the optimal sensitivity level as it can reduce the level of false motion events while still providing the most accurate detection of your events.

The lower the sensitivity value is on your camera the more activity the sensors need to retain an event or send a push notication.

It is highly recommended to leave the sensitivity at 3 however, if you make any adjustements be sure to tap on the blue check mark ( ) to save the motion sensitivity setting.

Note: Sensitivity settings 1-3 uses motion and infrared detection to reduce false motion alarms. Sensativity settings 4 and 5 will use ONLY MOTION detection, detecting any and all movement. Please note, if you are using settings 4 and 5 the light might not always come on for every Motion event since the light uses only infrared detection.

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Activating Smart Notications Smart notications are push notications that are sent to your phone which let you know a motion or other event has been detected. These options are enabled by default however can be enabled or disabled by the user. For more information on Smart notications, please refer to the information provided.

Email Notications/Snapshots The Email notications and Email snapshot toggle switches are designed to enable or disable the ability for the device to send notications of motion events and snapshots to an Email address.

By default, these options will be enabled. If they are disabled, the camera will not be able to send email alerts even if your Email credentials are entered in the app.

Smart Notications can be turned on or o using the Amcrest Smart Home app. These settings are account based and not neces- sarily based per device.

To turn smart notications on or o, log into your Amcrest Smart app and tap on the Account menu.

In the account menu, scroll down to the "Push Notication" menu. You will notice 2 toggle switches, one for your devices and one for shared devices.

If you would like to turn o motion detection events you can based on device in the Devices menu. To turn o motion events per device toggle the "running man" icon ( ) to the o position.

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Continuous Recording Schedules A continuous recording schedule allows you to set a specic time of day or date in which you would like your camera to record video. Once a continuous recording schedule is created the camera will being actively recording video based upon the dates and times specied in your schedule. This feature is not on by default and will need to be set manually in the app by the user.

Log into your Amcrest Smart Home app and select your device. Tap on the Settings menu ( ) and select Continuous Recording Schedule.

Note: A continuous recording schedule is only available if a microSD card is inserted in your camera.

Tap on Add Schedule. Tap on Start Time and use the scroll option to select a time you want the continuous schedule to start. In this example we are using 0600 (6am).

Tap on End Time and use the scroll option to select a time you want the continuous schedule to end. In this example we are using 1700 (5pm).

Night Vision The camera has a built-in IR LED which allows the camera to monitor in dark environments. The night vision menu allows the user to adjust the settings for the IR LED.

Tap the Night Vision option to access the night vision options menu. By default, the camera will be set to Auto which allows the IR LED to turn on automatically once the light balance has reached a certain threshold. To turn the IR LED on and have it on at all times, press the ForceOn option. If you would like to disable the IR LED, press the O option.

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Storage Status The storage status menu displays any current cloud or microSD card storage options applicable for your device. This option also allows you view current cloud subscriptions applicable to your device as well as format a microSD card right from your smartphone.

To access the Storage Status menu, tap on the settings icon ( ) on the live view screen.

Tap on the Storage Status option located in the settings menu.

The microSD card storage capacity will be displayed in this menu. If no microSD card is being read by the device the status will be Disabled To format the microSD card, tap on Format Storage Device.

To access cloud storage details, tap on Cloud Storage. Then tap on Active Cloud Service.

This menu allows you to change a cloud plan, update payment information, or cancel a subscription.

Tap on Repeat to choose which days of the week you would like the continuous schedule to apply.

A blue check mark will be displayed next to the active days.

Tap the back arrow ( < ) to exit.

Tap on Save. The continuous recording schedule is now applied to your device.

Tap the back arrow ( < ) to exit.

Floodlight Setting The oodlight setting menu allows the user to adjust oodlight modes. Floodlight settings help to control and modify the oodlight options built-in on your device.

Mode: Allows the user to adjust oodlight setting modes. Motion Activated- The light will turn on when motion is detected, based on Motion Zones set by the user. This option is on by default. Manual - The light can only be turned on manually by the user by using the Light button in the live view menu. Please note, the light will remain on based on the light duration set in this menu. Schedule - The light will automatically turn on and o based on a set schedule. Tap Edit Schedule to customize a oodlight schedule. Light Sensor: The light sensor prevents the light from turning on if there is already enough light in the surrounding area. By turning this option o, the light will always turn on when motion is detected by the infrared sensor. Motion Zones: The motion zones menu allows the user to adjust PIR motion zones. There are 3 separate zones which can be adjusted between 0 and 100 percent. The lower the percentage the closer the person would have to be to set o the oodlight. Light Duration: The default duration of the oodlight is 5 minutes. This means the oodlight will remain on once a motion is detected for 5 minutes. Use the light duration menu to set a dierent duration. You can choose from 1 minute, 5 minutes, 10 minutes, or 20 minutes. Click OK to set the light duration on your device.

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Manual Mode Setting the camera in manual mode allows the oodlight to only be turned on manually by the user using the Light option located in the live view menu. The light will remain on, unless manually turned o by the user, for the amounted light duration.

Mode: Allows the user to swtich between diernet oodlight setting modes, (Motion Activated, Manual, Schedule). Light Duration: Allows the user to set how long the light will remain on after it has been activated. The light duration can be set for 30 minutes, 1, 2, 4, or 8 hours. The light duration can also be set to No Limit which allows the device to remain on unless manually turned o by the user.

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Schedule Mode Schedule mode allows the user to create a oodlight schedule that will only allow the oodlight to turn on and o based on a specic schedule set by the user.

Tap on Edit Schedule to begin setting a ood light schedule.

Setting a Floodlight Schedule

Select a day from the Edit Schedule menu.

Time periods cannot overlap. Select any schedules and Delete them.

Tap on +Add Schedule

Set a start and end time for your schedule and click Save. The schedule will be represent- ed in the interface. Tap on the (<) button to exit.

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Time Zone This menu allows you to adjust and set any time zone related information for your device. Enable DST (daylight savings time) settings for your device if needed.

To change the time zone for your device tap on Time Zone and select your time zone from the provided list.

Tap the back arrow ( < ) to return to the previous menu

Daylight savings time (DST) should be enabled by default however, if you would like to enable/disable it use the provided DST toggle switch.

Tap the Save ( ) icon to save your time zone settings.

Share Device Device sharing allows you to add specic Amcrest Smart Home users to share the live feed of your added device. When you add a shared user, the shared user will have access to your camera and features such as live viewing, recording, playback, and two-way audio.

Note: The maximum users allowed on a shared account is 6 users.

To access the Share Device menu, tap on the settings icon ( ) on the live view screen.

Tap on the Share Device option located in the settings menu.

Tap on, "Add a Shared User".

Enter a registered Amcrest Smart Home account email you would like to share your device with. Once you have entered the email press the Save icon ( ).

Tap OK to add the shared user.

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Removing a Shared Device Removing a shared device from your account will revoke sharing permissions for added shared users. You can remove a shared user in the Shared Device menu.

Access the Shared Device menu and locate the shared user on your device.

Tap Remove to remove the shared user.

To access the Firmware Update opton, tap on the settings icon ( ) on the live view screen.

Locate the Firmware Update option.

If a rmware update is available there will be a red identier prompting you that a rmware upgrade is ready.

Tap on the "Firmware Update" tab to proceed with the update if it is available.

Firmware Update This menu allows you to update the rmware for your device. If a rmware update is available, a red dot will be displayed in this eld. It is highly recommended to keep the rmware for your device up to date at all times.

you will notice the current version of rmware that is on your camera, and the latest rmware le that will be downloaded to your camera. To proceed with the update, please click on "Update". Tap Cloud Upgrade. and allow the device to update.

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Wi-Fi Settings This menu allows you to change Wi-Fi networks for your device. Please note, this device is not a dual band device, please make sure to connect to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network.

To access the Wi-Fi Settings menu, tap on the settings icon ( ) on the live view screen.

Tap on the Wi-Fi Settings option and select your Wi-Fi network from the Wi-Fi list. Enter the Wi-Fi password for your network and tap the save icon ( ) to save the new Wi-Fi network to your device.

New Location Setup The new location tab provides detailed information on how to setup your device in a new location. For more information on new location setup, please refer to the information below.

If you are setting up your device in a new location, or on another network, it is you will need to rst remove the device from your Amcrest Smart Home account, perform a factory reset, and add as a new device.

To remove the device from your account, press the Delete Device option to remove the camera from your account, then proceed with a factory reset. For more information on how to perform a factory reset on your device, please refer to the factory reset portion of this manual.

Restore Default Settings The restore default settings option will reset all settings on your device back to its original factory settings. This will not perform a full factory reset as your username and password for the device will remain the same.

To access the Restore Default Settings option, tap on the settings icon ( ) on the live view screen.

Scroll down and tap on the Restore Default Settings option. Tao on Yes to restore all settings on your camera to default. To cancel the process, press No.

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Reboot The reboot option allows you to reboot your device from the Amcrest Smart Home app.

To access the Reboot option, tap on the settings icon ( ) on the live view screen.

Tap on the Reboot option and tap Yes to continue. The reboot process will take up to 3 - 5 minutes to complete. Allow the device to reboot before access- ing the live feed or other related options.

Video Settings The video settings menu provides quick access to general settings for your device. These options include; video quality, adjusting brightness, contrast, color, etc, rotating/ipping the image, enabling IR LEDs for night vision, and indicator lights. For more information on the features listed in this menu please refer to the information provided below.

HD/SD Allows you to change resolution of the camera from standard denition to high denition.

Adjust Allows you to adjust the brightness, contrast, color, and saturation levels of the camera feed. Use the Reset icon to restore the settings back to its original, default color settings. Rotate Allows you to rotate and ip the image. This option is useful if you have mounted your camera is a specic position that requires it to be ipped or rotated. Night Allows you to turn the IR LEDs on the front of the camera on or o. This is useful if you want to enable or disable night vision on your camera.

Indicator Allows you to turn the indicator LED on the device on or o. This is useful if you do not want the indicator LED visible while the camera is powered on.

Speaker Allows you to adjust the volume of the speaker on the camera.

Mic Allows you to adjust the volume of the microphone on the camera.

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Email Alerts Email Setup will be dependent on your specic email provider. In this example we will be using Gmail. Please also make sure that the Email Notication and Email Snapshot toggle switches are enabled in the motion detection menu.

For more information on how to setup email alerts using the Amcrest Smart Home app, refer to the information provided below.

Log into your Amcrest Smart Home app and select your device. Tap on the Settings menu ( ) and select Motion Detection. Ensure the Email Notication and Email Snapshot toggle switches are enabled. Use the back arrw ( < ) to exit

Scroll down and tap on Email Alerts.

In the Email Alerts menu, tap on Email Provider and select your email provider from the drop down down list.

In the Email eld, enter your email address and enter the password for that email address in the password eld. The email you entered will automatically be added into the Sender eld.

Enter the recipient's email address into the Recipients Email menu. Make sure to tap the (+) icon to successfully add the email address into the Recipients Email menu.

Tap on the Save option to save your conguration. Tap on the Email Test button to test the email connection. Note: Check you email and make sure the Email Test noti- cation went through properly before proceeding.

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Delete Device The delete device option allows you to unbound and remove the device from your Amcrest Smarthome account. This option is useful if performing a factory reset on the device or setting up the device in a new location.

To access the Delete Device option for your device, tap on the settings icon ( ) on the live view screen.

Scroll down to the bottom of the settings menu and tap on the Delete Device option. A prompt will appear asking if you are sure you would like to delete the device. If any cloud recordings are present on your accont for this device you can choose to keep the recordings stored or remove them once the device is deleted.

By default, cloud recordings will be stored after the device is deleted however, you can uncheck this option to delete cloud recordings for this device.

Tap on Delete to delete the device from your account.

Device Indicator The Device Indicator toggle switch enables and disables the status LED on the front of the camera. The status LED indicates the current connectivity of the camera.

The device indicator is enabled by default. To disable the LED, tap on the toggle switch to disable the LED.

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Events Menu

The events menu provides quick access to system and device related security and system alerts. The security alerts menu provides information on how many push notications were sent, per device, per day and provides a way to view each notication that was sent within a 7 day period. The system notication menu retains notications provided by the developer. This can range from system maintenance messages to rmware update reminders for your device. For more information on the information provided in the events menu, please refer to the information provided below.

Security Alert The security alerts menu provides information on how many push notications were sent, per device, per day and provides a way to view each notication that was sent within a 7 day period.

To access the events menu, log into your account and tap on the Events tab at the bottom of the screen. Select your device from the interface.

A list of events will be displayed. Use the calendar to select which days worth of events you would like to view.

Tap the play button to play the event. Tap Go to Live View to view the live feed. Tap the full screen icon ( ) to view a fullscreen view of the event. Tap the share button ( ) to share the event. Tap the down- load button ( ) to download the event to your smartphone.

System Alerts The system notication menu retains notications provided by the developer. This can range from system maintenance messages to rmware update reminders for your device.

To access the system alerts menu, access the events menu and tap on System Alerts. All system alert information will be displayed in this menu.

Tap on a system alert to view the information provided in the alert.

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Account Menu The accounts menu allows to view and update general account information as well as customize and adjust specic settings for your device. For more information on the options available in the account menu, please refer to the information provided below.

The Manage Account menu allows you to edit a prole picture, update the name on your account, password, as well as the Email address used for your account. To exit the manage account menu, tap on the back arrow ( < ).

The My Plans menu allows you to view all unpaid, paid, and cancelled cloud storage plans transactions associated with your Amcrest Smart Home account. To exit the my plans menu, tap on the back arrow ( < ).

To access the Account menu, open the Amcrest Smart Home app and log into your account. Tap on the Account menu option located at the bottom of the interface.

All account based options for your account will be displayed in this menu. Use your nger to scroll up and down the menu for more options.

The My Devices menu allows you to view all connected devices as well as add devices to your Amcrest Smart Home account. To add a device, tap on the ( + ) icon and follow the in app instructions. Tap on a already connected device to access and adjust device settings.

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The Cloud Downloads menu allows you to view, delete, or download cloud recordings that were downloaded from the cloud recordings interface. Tap on a clip to view the recording, use the trash can icon to delete it, tap on the download button to download the recording to your mobile device.

The My Saved Files menu allows you to view, delete, rename, share, and export manually recorded snap- shots or videos. Use the video/snapshot icons to view the manually recorded les. Tap the share icon ( ) or export icon to export the le.

The Amazon Alexa option provides a step by step break- down on how to add your Amcrest Smart Home device into Alexa. This is possible by implementing the Amcrest Smart Home skill into your device. Please refer to the information in this menu for a detailed descrip- tion of the process.

Amcrest Smart Home cloud provides a 7-day no ques- tions asked, money back guarantee. There are no refunds after 7 days of the charge date.

For more any inquiry on cloud billing , please visit:

https://amcrest.com/bill- ng-support

The Billing Support tab points you directly to the Amcrest Smart Home Cloud billing form. Use this form for any questions regarding cloud billing or other related billing ques- tions for your Amcrest Smart Home cloud account.

The Support tab points you directly to Amcrest knowledge base. Use the knowledge base to access important support articles and online documenta- tion for your device.

To access the support knowl- edge base directly, please visit:

https://amcrest.com/support

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The Leave Feedback allows you to leave feedback to improve the overall experience of the Amcrest Smart Home app. We take this feedback serious- ly and are always looking for new ways to improve your experience.

The About tab allows you to view the current app version you are using as well as a link to our privacy policy.

Push Notications The push notication toggle switches located in the account menu enable and disable push notications for every device connected to your Amcrest Smart Home account. A push notication schedule can also be setup to allow the app only to send push notications during a specic time during the day.

The push notication toggle switches will be enabled by default allowing the app to send push notications to your mobile device once an event has been detected. Please note, the my devices toggle switch will disable or enable push notications for your account, the shared devices toggle switch will only enable or disable push notications for any sharedusers on your Amcrest Smart Home account.

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Setting a Push Notication Schedule A push notication schedule can be setup which will allow the app only to send push notications to your device or a shared users device during a specic time during the day. For more information on how to setup a push notication schedule, please refer to the information provided below.

In the account menu, tap on the Schedule option in the Push Notication menu to display the push notication schedule menu.

Tap on Start Time and select a time you would like your schedule to start. In this example we are setting it to 0600 (6am).

Tap on Finish Time and select a time you would like your schedule to end. In this example we will be settting the end time to be 1700(5pm). Tap on the Save icon ( ) to save the push notica- tion schedule to your account.

Doorbell Tones (Not Applicable)

In the account menu, tap on Doorbell Tones. This menu allows you to change motion detection and call tones if you have an Amcrest Wi-Fi Video doorbell.

Tap on Motion Detection to change the tone of a motion detection notica- tion. There are 4 tones to choose from, select a tone to save it to your account.

Tap on Call Notication to change the tone of a call notication. There are 4 tones to choose from, select a tone to save it to your account.

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Fingerprint Verication The ngerprint verication option allows you to set a ngerprint authentication that will allow you to log into your Amcrest Smart Home app using your ngerprint. Please note, this option will only be applicable to smartphone devices that have ngerprint capabilities.

In the accounts menu, tap on the Fingerprint Verication toggle switch to enable or disable this feature. A ngerprint must be enabled rst on your smartphone before this option can be enabled.

Once you have authenticated your ngerprint on your phone, tap on the ngerprint verication toggle switch and verify your ngerprint to enable this funtion. Force close the app and then use your ngerprint to log into your Amcrest Smart Home account.

Clear Cache The clear cache option allows you to remove cache from the app which helps to increase the eciency of your overall app experience.

In the account menu, tap on the Clear Cache option. A prompt will appear asking you if you would like to clear cache.

Tap on OK to remove the cache from the app.

Data Sharing The data sharing menu allows you enable or disable the ability to share data analytics for your account.

Toggle the Share Data Analytics on or o to enable or disable the ability to share data analytics. This option is on by default and is highly recommended to stay on to increase the eciency of your experience with the app.

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Adding to Amcrest NVR/DVR

Most Amcrest Smart Home devices, excluding Smart Home battery cameras, can connect to both an Amcrest DVR and Amcrest NVR. This is possible by obtaining the IP address of your device from your network and adding it directly into your DVR or NVR. The DVR or NVR must be connected to the same network as the Amcrest Smart Home device for this to work.

The device you are adding must be added to the Amcrest Smart Home app rst before adding it to your device.

Adding to An Amcrest NVR

Log into your Amcrest NVR and click on Camera. Then, click on Device Search to locate the IP address for your device that should be connected to the same network as your NVR.

A list of all connected devices will appear. Select the device from the list by clicking on the checkbox next to the device. Click Add to add the device into the Added Devices menu.

The status of the device should be green indicating the device has been successfully added. If it is red, click on Modify and ensure the password for the device is correct. When it has been added, the device will be ready to view on your NVR.

Adding to An Amcrest DVR

Log into your Amcrest DVR and click on Camera located under Management. Click on Channel Type in the camera menu and check the IP eld. Please note, you can mix and match analog and IP channels if needed. Click Save and allow the DVR to reset

Note: You can only select channels from the bottom up in the IP eld and can be switched back to Auto from the top down in the Auto eld.

Log back into your DVR and navigate back to the Camera menu. Click on Registration to access the registration menu and click on Device Search.

Locate and click on the device you are adding to your DVR. Click Add to add the device to the DVR. If the status is red, click on Edit and ensure the pass- word for the device is correct. When it has been added, the device will be ready to view on your DVR.

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Adding to Amcrest View Pro Amcrest Smart Home devices such as the Amcrest Deterrent camera are capable of connecting to both the Amcrest Smart Home app as well as the Amcrest View Pro app.

However, since Amcrest Smart Home devices function primarily on a cloud based platform setting up an Amcrest Smart Home device to the Amcrest View Pro app will result in only live view being available and must be set up rst using the Amcrest Smart Home app. If you would like to view your Amcrest Smart Home devices using the Amcrest View Pro app, please refer to the information provided below.

Adding to Amcrest View Pro

Tap on the Settings menu and select Device Manager. Tap on Add Device.

Tap on Search Device. Select your Amcrest Smart Home device from the Device List. Tap on Connection Type.

Enter a name for your device and the password. Tap Start Live View.

Tap on P2P. Your Amcrest Smart Home device has now been added to your Amcrest View Pro app.

Note: Live view features such as, microphone, speaker, etc will be available in the Amcrest View Pro app. Other features such as playback, conguration, etc will not be available. To access and use these settings, please use the Amcrest Smart Home app.

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Adding to Amcrest Surveillance Pro

Amcrest Smart Home devices, such as the Amcrest Deterrent camera, can be added into Amcrest Surveil- lance Pro software. Amcrest Surveillance Pro is a free software, provided by Amcrest, which allows you to access all your Amcrest devices in one central location on your PC or Mac computer. For more informa- tion on how to download this free software please visit: amcrest.com/downloads

The device must be set up rst using the Amcrest Smart Home app before adding it to any additional software. The camera and the computer you are using must be on the same network during setup. For more information on adding your camera into Amcrest Surveillance Pro, please refer to the information provided below.

Open and log into your Amcrest Surveillance Pro software.

Click on the Add button to begin adding your device.

Use the Amcrest IP Cong tool to locate the IP address for your device from the network.

To download the Amcrest IP cong tool, please go to amcrest.com/downloads

Enter a name for your camera and use the IP/Domain protocol. Enter the IP address then enter the username and password for your camera. Click OK to continue.

The status of the device will be displayed as green in the status menu.

Navigate to the Live View option and locate the newly added device in the assigned Group menu. Double click the camera to view the live feed.

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Adding to Blue Iris

Amcrest Smart Home devices such as the Amcrest Deterrent camera can connect the Amcrest Smart Home app as well as to Blue Iris. This is possible by obtaining the IP address of your device from your network and adding it directly to the software.

The device must be set up rst using the Amcrest Smart Home app before adding it into any additional software. Please note: The device and the computer you are using must be on the same network during setup. For more information on how to setup your device to Blue Iris, please refer to the information provided below.

Open the Blue Iris Software and click on the ( + ) icon to add a camera.

Enter a Full name and Short name for your device. Make sure to also click on the "Enable audio" check box to enable audio.

Use the Amcrest IP Cong tool to locate the IP address for your device from the network.

To download the Amcrest IP cong tool, please go to amcrest.com/downloads

Enter the IP Address for your camera in the Address eld of the Network IP camera conguration menu. Enter the username and password as well you setup for your device in the Amcrest Smart Home app. Click OK.

Note: Leave the Make as Generic/ONVIF and the Model as RTSP H.264/H.265/MJPG/MPEG4.

Click OK. Your device is now ready to be viewed in the Blue Iris software.

Unable to Locate an SSID? If you are having issues obtaining an SSID when adding your device into the Amcrest Smart Home app there may be a miscommunication happening between the app and your mobile device. This appears to be a more common situation among iOS users and we are currently working with Apple to device a solution. There is an easy x you can use to resolve the issue. For more information on how to resolve this issue, please refer to the information provided below.

If the SSID for your Wi-Fi network is not pulling up in the app when attempting to add your Amcrest Smart Home device, close the app completely then power your mobile device o and back on again allowing it to restart.

Once your mobile device has nished restarting, ensure your mobile device is connected to the proper Wi-Fi network, open the Amcrest Smart Home app and continue to add your device as normal. The SSID for your network should populate allowing you to complete the setup process.

How Do I Verify/Update Firmware? All rmware verication and updates will be available using the Amcrest Smart Home app. For more infor- mation on how to verify/update the rmware for your camera, please refer to the information provided below.

Log into your Amcrest Smart Home account and select your device from the Devices menu. Once you are logged in, tap on the settings ( ) icon. In the settings menu, locate the "Firmware Update" tab. If a rmware update is necessary there will be a red indication identier prompting you that a rmware upgrade is ready. If there is not a red dot, you are operating on the most up to date rmware. Note: If you need to update the rmware, tap on the "Firmware Update" tab to proceed with the update. In the rmware update menu, you will notice the current version of rmware that is on your camera, and the latest rmware le that will be downloaded to your camera. To proceed with the update, please click on "Update". You will then be promoted to upgrade the rmware. Tap Cloud Upgrade to begin. If you wish to cancel to process tap Cancel. The rmware le will begin to download from that point. Please wait for the download and upload of the le to complete its processes. Once the process is complete, there see a prompt letting you know that the rmware has successfully updated, and the current version is now updated on your device.

How Do I Download Recordings? Due to the current capabilities of the app recordings can only be downloaded via the Cloud Recordings download interface. All recordings retained on a microSD card will have to be downloaded via a microSD card adapter (sold separately) on a computer. For more information on downloading cloud recordings, please refer to the information below.

Log into your Amcrest Smart Home account and select your device from the Devices menu. Tap on Cloud Recordings. Tap on the File List icon located in the Cloud playback interface. Select the recording you wish to download from the le list. Tap the download icon to download the recording.

Manualsnet FAQs

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