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4.1 Default Username and Password
To login to the system for the first time, use one of the following default username/password combinations. Once
you’ve successfully logged in, it is highly recommended to change the password for security reasons.
Username: admin
Password: admin
Note: Logging in for the first time will prompt the user to change the password to the admin account.
4.2 Camera setup methods
To make your experience with the Amcrest camera easy and simple, we've provided multiple ways to set up, view,
and operate your camera depending on your needs. Please follow the instructions on this page to set up your
camera in the way that works best for you.
4.2.1. Setting Up Your Camera on a Mobile Device
If setting up your camera for the first time, please follow the instructions
as outlined in section 4.3. App Setup. This section will walk you through
how to setup your camera on the Amcrest Cloud as well as the Amcrest
View Pro app. This will allow you to view your camera from your mobile device, anywhere, anytime.
4.2.2. Accessing your camera using multiple mobile devices
If you followed the app setup instructions in section 4.3.1 to initially set up your camera and would like to add the
camera to another smartphone or tablet, follow the instructions as outlined on section 4.3.3 using your other
devices.
4.2.3. Configuring advanced settings on your camera
If you would like to configure your camera to enable advanced features such as motion detection, e-mail alerts,
FTP, image adjustments, scheduling, and more, please follow the instructions as outlined on section 4.4 (Desktop
access setup).
4.2.3. Using Amcrest Cloud for remote viewing.
Amcrest Cloud is our optional cloud storage and playback service which allows you to access recorded footage
from any device. Amcrest Cloud offers both motion detection and continuous storage plans to fit your needs. For
more information on the Amcrest Cloud, please visit: https://amcrest.com/cloud/
4.2.4. Using plug-and-play for remote web access
AmcrestView.com is a web portal that allows you to view your cameras and recordings quickly and easily from
anywhere in the world using a web browser. Use AmcrestView.com if you need to simply check-in at a moment's
notice. If you would like to use AmcrestView.com, please follow the instructions outlined on section 4.7 (Remote
web access setup).
4.3. App Setup
Amcrest cameras can be used on your mobile device using the following apps:
• Amcrest Cloud
• Amcrest View Pro