Amcrest IP8M-VT2779EW User Manual

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4K (8MP) UltraHD Motorized Lens Camera

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Version 1.0.0

May 3

, 2021

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Page 1 IP8M-VT2779EW/IP8M-VT2779EB 4K (8MP) UltraHD Motorized Lens Camera User Manual Version 1.0.0 May 3 , 2021...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
System ................................. 43 Information ................................. 46 Alarm ................................... 47 Logout ................................. 47 Remote Web Access Setup ..........................48 Amcrest Cloud Desktop Setup..........................50 Web Access Setup (AmcrestView.com) ......................50 FAQs/Troubleshooting ............................51 FCC Statement ..............................53 IC Warning Statement ............................53...
Page 3: Welcome
To access the setup videos, please go to http://amcrest.com/videos For access to the quick start guide and other support information, go to http://amcrest.com/support To contact Amcrest support, please do one of the following: Visit http://amcrest.com/contacts and use the email form.
Page 4: Features And Specifications
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.
Page 5: Device Overview
• 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). • Advanced Network Protocol Support This camera is UPnP compatible, and includes functionality for use with DDNS, and other protocols to allow remote and local connection with a large variety of network hardware.
Page 6: Performing A Factory Reset
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 hatch on top of the camera and use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the hatch.
Page 7: Camera Access Setup
Note: Prior to installation, please ensure that the installation environment can support at least 3x the weight of the camera and bracket. 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.
Page 8: Default Username And Password
If you are setting up your camera for the first time, or you are setting up your camera for mobile viewing. Using the Amcrest Cloud app or Amcrest View app on your smartphone or tablet, you can view your camera live from anywhere, and access features such as taking snapshots, creating recordings, and more.
Page 9 1. Download and open the Amcrest Cloud app from the App Store or Play Store. Note: Connect your mobile device to the same network that your camera is on. 2. Register for an Amcrest Cloud account. To register click on Sign Up and fill out the form to complete registration.
Page 10 3. Tap on Add Camera 4. Give your camera a name (Ex. Garage, Living Room, Kitchen, etc.) and tap Next to continue. 6. If you are adding a new camera that does not have a 5. Scan the QR code on the back/side/bottom of set password the app will automatically detect that a the camera or manually enter the camera’s serial...
Page 11 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.
Page 12 6. Scan the QR code. The QR code can be found on the serial tag along with a scannable barcode. 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...
Page 13: Desktop Access Setup
To access your camera from your computer you will need to first locate the camera’s IP address. To locate the camera’s IP address is it highly recommended to download our free Amcrest IP Config Tool software. The Amcrest IP Config Tool can be downloaded at the following web page: amcerest.com/downloads...
Page 14: Operation And Interface
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.
Page 15: Playback
To download a recording, press the button. 4. Playback Bar: These options allow the user to play, stop, and adjust the audio levels of a recording. Cloud Storage The Cloud Storage tab allows the user quick access to the Amcrest Cloud website.
Page 16: Setup
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...
Page 17 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 Normal.
Page 18 • 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. •...
Page 19: Day & Night
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.
Page 20: Profile Management
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: Profile Management: This set of radio buttons allow the user to set what basis the profile...
Page 21 • Auto Focus: Allows the user the ability to automatically zoom and focus the lens on an object. The auto focus will function to provide optimal viewing based on distance and clarity. To restore the settings in the zoom and focus menu, click on the Restore All button. To refresh the menu screen, click Refresh.
Page 22 • 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.
Page 23 • Channel Title: This radio button allows the channel title to be modified. • Time: Clicking the Display Weekdays checkbox will show the weekday at the end of the timestamp. • Logo Overlay: This radio button is used to enable or disable the Amcrest logo on the live view screen.
Page 24 TCP/IP TCP/IP stands for Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol and it is the language/protocol that allows communication between internet connected devices, whether on a local network, or a on the Internet at large. This screen allows for TCP/IP settings to be modified for the camera to establish a connection to the network.
Page 25 • Enable: This checkbox allows the user to enable the P2P feature for the camera. This feature must be enabled for the camera to connect to a smartphone or tablet via the Amcrest View app. It is enabled by default.
Page 26 For purposes of this guide, AmcrestDDNS will be used. AmcrestDDNS is a free DDNS service provided by Amcrest, and it must be renewed every year. A renewal reminder email will be sent to the email entered in the username...
Page 27 Below is a screenshot of the DDNS settings screen, configured to AmcrestDDNS: 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. IP Filter This screen allows for the filtering of IP addresses, either blocking them, or granting them access to the camera.
Page 28 • Authentication: This dropdown box allows the user to select an encryption type. There are two types of email encryption protocols that are available. • SSL: Secure Socket Layer • TLS: Transport Layer Security • Subject: This field allows the user to define the subject line of the email that is sent to the receivers. •...
Page 29: Event
The second column shows the name of the services. To edit this, double click on the service line item. The third column shows the name of the protocol used by that service. To edit this, click the pencil button in the modify column for that line item. The fourth column shows the Internal Port used by that service to establish communication from the router to the camera.
Page 30 Click and drag to set motion detection for certain days of the week. Also, periods of motion detection can be set for each day and enabled using the period settings on the bottom half of the screen. There are a total of 6 periods that can be set. •...
Page 31: Video Tampering
Sensitivity is the amount of change required to increase the motion detected by a percentage. The lower the sensitivity, the more movement is required to trigger an alarm. Threshold is the level that the motion detection needs to reach to trigger an alarm. The lower the threshold, the more likely that motion will trigger an alarm.
Page 32: Smart Plan
All IVS rules can only be set and/or modified using the web user interface. They cannot be set using the Amcrest View Pro app or any other platforms associated with your device. For more information on setting IVS rule, refer to the information below.
Page 33 Below is a description of the features in this menu: No.: Provides the order in which the IVS rules will be displayed in the menu. Name: Allows the user to customize a name for their rule. Double click the name in the Rule column to modify.
Page 34 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. Setting a Tripwire 1. Select Tripwire from the Rule Type drop down menu. Set a name for the rule by double clicking the mouse over the Name of the rule.
Page 35 Intrusion Intrusion allows the camera to trigger an event if an object, such as a human or vehicle, appears or crosses a set intrusion area set by the user. Below is a screenshot of the Intrusion menu: Below is a description of the features in this menu: No.: Provides the order in which the IVS rules will be displayed in the menu.
Page 36 Snapshot: This checkbox allows a snapshot of the IVS event to be sent via Email when triggered. Draw Rule: This option allows the user to use their mouse to customize (draw) a rule/area on the screen. This will be the area or line in which an IVS rule will be triggered. Clear: This option is used to clear the drawn rule set on the live monitor screen.
Page 37 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. Abnormality This menu allows the user to adjust abnormality event settings. This menu has 3 tabs: SD Card, Network, and Illegal Access.
Page 38: Illegal Access
Below is an explanation of the fields on the Network settings tab: • Event Type: This dropdown box allows the user to select which Network abnormality to set event triggers for. The 2 options are Disconnection and IP Conflict. • Enable: This checkbox enables the Network abnormality trigger for the camera.
Page 39: Record Schedule
Schedule The schedule menu manages the recording schedule for the camera. This menu has 3 tabs: Record Schedule, Snapshot Schedule, and Holiday Schedule. Record Schedule This tab is where video recording settings are configured. Below is a screenshot of the Record Schedule settings screen: Below is an explanation of the fields on the Record Schedule settings tab: Record Type: These checkboxes allow the user to select which recording type they want to configure...
Page 40: Snapshot Schedule
Snapshot Schedule This tab is where snapshot recording settings are configured. Below is a screenshot of the Snapshot Schedule settings screen: Below is an explanation of the fields on the Snapshot Schedule settings tab: Record Type: These checkboxes allow the user to select which snapshot type they want to configure on the schedule.
Page 41: Destination
Below is an explanation of the fields on the Holiday Schedule settings tab: Record: This checkbox is referring to video recording. Snapshot: This checkbox is referring to snapshot recording. Calendar: This calendar allows the user to select days to designate as holidays. Once a day is designated, it can be customized to stop recording or snapshots for that day by using the Record and Snapshot checkboxes.
Page 42: Record Control
This tab is where the user can change FTP settings. Below is an explanation of the fields on the FTP settings tab: • Enable: This checkbox allows the user to enable FTP uploading for the camera’s recorded media. • Server Address: This field allows the user to designate a DDNS address for the FTP server. •...
Page 43: System
To save the settings, click the Save button. Cloud Storage This menu redirects the user to the Amcrest Cloud web site. At this website (amcrestcloud.com) users can register for new accounts as well as view or modify existing accounts.
Page 44: Manage Users
• Current Time: This field allows the user to enter in the date and time manually. Clicking the PC Sync button allows the camera to sync with a Network Time Protocol (NTP) server. • Enable DST: This checkbox allows the user to enable daylight savings time for the camera. •...
Page 45: Auto Maintain
This menu allows the user to upgrade the camera’s firmware. To upgrade the firmware for your camera, follow the steps provided below: • Go to amcrest.com/firmware-subscribe • Search for the model number of your camera and download the latest firmware file. •...
Page 46: Information
Note: When upgrading the camera’s firmware, do not disconnect the internet or power from the camera. Information This menu section allows the user to view information about the camera for reference purposes. Version This screen allows the user to see various information about the camera’s software versions, as well as other information.
Page 47: Alarm
Click Refresh to refresh this table. Alarm This screen is where the alarm log is kept. Below is a screenshot of the alarm screen: The table on the right shows the alarm log and all the alarm instances that have occurred. The checkboxes allow the user to narrow down which alarms they want to see in the alarm log.
Page 48: Upnp/Ddns Remote Web Access Setup
6. Click the Connections menu item on the left-hand menu and ensure that the HTTP port has changed. 7. Click the DDNS menu item on the left-hand menu, pick Amcrest DDNS from the drop-down box, click the checkbox next to Server Type, and then click the Save button on the bottom right.
Page 49: Port Forwarding Remote Web Access Setup
Port Forwarding Remote Web Access Setup Port Forwarding is an alternative method to setting up remote access for Amcrest cameras. This method should only be used if the UPnP/DDNS Remote Access method did not work. Below is a step-by-step walkthrough that details how to setup the camera for Remote Web Access using Port Forwarding: 1.
Page 50: Amcrest Cloud Desktop Setup
4. View your camera live or watch recorded clips using the menu button on the top of the page. You can also use the Amcrest Cloud app on iOS and Android to add more cameras, play recordings, and view your camera live, from anywhere. For more information visit amcrest.com/support...
Page 51: Faqs/Troubleshooting
6. The device is now successfully setup for live viewing and playback! For additional assistance, please contact us at www.amcrest.com or give us a call at 1-888-212-7538. Step by step video tutorials available at www.amcrest.com/videos FAQs/Troubleshooting 1. The camera does not boot up properly.
Page 52 • Web access may be setup incorrectly. • The username or password may be incorrect. 7. Web Access live view is only displaying a static picture. Below are a few possible reasons why this may be occurring: • The network speed is not enough to transfer video data via web access. •...
Page 53: Fcc Statement
FCC Statement 1. 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 interference that may cause undesired operation. 2.
Page 54: Appendix A: Toxic Or Hazardous Materials Or Elements
This user manual is for reference only. Slight differences may be found in the user interface. • All the designs and software here are subject to change without prior written notice. • All trademarks and registered trademarks mentioned are the properties of their respective owners. To contact Amcrest support, please do one of the following:...
Page 55 Visit http://amcrest.com/contacts and use the email form Call Amcrest Support using one of the following numbers: Toll Free US: (888) 212-7538 International Callers (Outside of US): +1-713-893-8956 USA: 713-893-8956 Canada: 437-888-0177 UK: 203-769-2757 Email Amcrest Customer Support support@amcrest.com © Copyright Amcrest...

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