Web Operation - Amcrest A2 User Manual

Camera Registration: This option allows the user to register additional devices to the NVR.
Manual: Allows the user to access record and alarm output options.
Preview Mode: Allows the user to switch between a general mode and AI mode (applicable only to AI
connected cameras.
Auto Focus: Click this option to auto focus the selected device.

Web Operation

This device features the latest in JavaScript technology which allows you to access your device via a wide
variety of web browsers including, Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari and other mainstream web browser via
your PC or Mac computer. However, as a primary means of accessing the web user interface for your
Amcrest device in a web browser, we highly recommend using Internet Explorer to access your device's
web user interface as most modern browsers may provide certain limitations when accessing your device
via a web browser.
There are 2 ways to access your NVR from a computer, locally or remotely.
Local Access: Logging into your NVR's web interface from a computer or laptop connected to the same
network as your NVR (home, office, etc.).
Remote Access: Logging into your NVR's web interface from a computer or laptop connected to a network
outside of your home or business network (coffee shop, work computer, etc.)
Local access is preferred by those who do not want to make their NVR accessible from outside their
network. However, there are several options available for remote access that use standardized and secure
network protocols including SSL, TLS, DDNS, etc. Most other users require remote network access by way
of their smartphones, tablets, laptops, or computers.
The following section will cover both means of access (local and remote). Keep in mind that any user can
have both local and remote access simultaneously if they so choose.
The following must be considered before accessing the web user interface:
You must access the NVR's web interface with its IP address.
You must install the Amcrest web browser plugin If using Internet Explorer (Recommended)
The NVR can be accessed using Chrome and other browsers, however, some features, may be
compromised.
Note: If you prefer not to use a web browser plugin to access your NVR you can use our free Amcrest
Surveillance Pro software to access your device from a computer. To download the software please visit:
https://amcrest.com/downloads
If using a web browser, there are 2 ways to access the NVR's IP address:
(1) Amcrest IP Config
(2) Built-in interface
Amcrest IP Config Tool Method
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