User Manual
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Email Amcrest Customer Support support@amcrest.com 
Amcrest Cloud Desktop Setup  
Amcrest cameras can sync with Amcrest Cloud; a service that stores recorded video streams to enable long-term 
storage. Amcrest Cloud also allows the user to easily find view recorded video for playback from any internet 
connected PC or Mac computer. 
For more information on how to setup your camera on Amcrest Cloud please follow the steps provided below: 
1.  Connect the camera to power and wait 30 seconds for the camera to start-up and initialize.  
2.  Using a web browser on your PC or Mac, visit www.amcrest.com/cloud and register for a cloud account. Once 
registered, click the “Add Camera” button. Select “Amcrest”, give the camera a name, and enter the camera’s SN 
(located on the bottom of the camera), then click “Next”.   
3.  On the settings page, you can adjust optional preferences for your camera. Once settings have been adjusted, click 
“Finish”. Your camera is now successfully set up for cloud access and storage.  
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 
5.  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 http://www.amcrest.com/videos   
Web Access Setup (AmcrestView.com)  
1.  Connect the camera to power and wait 30 seconds for the camera to start-up and initialize. 
2.  Using Internet Explorer or Safari, go to www.AmcrestView.com and register an account. You will be required to 
activate your account by e-mail (double-check your spam folder).  
3.  Once activated, download and install the plugin for your web browser. The installation of the plugin will require all 
web browsers to close.   
4.  Log in to your account. To add a camera, click the “Add Device” button. Give the camera a name, enter the UID 
(found on the bottom of your camera), then enter the login details for the camera. The default username and 
password for the camera is admin.   
5.  Once added, the camera should appear in the device list. Click the   icon next to the camera’s UID to open the 
live viewing. 
6.  The device is now successfully setup for live viewing! 
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.  
Below are a few possible reasons why this may be occurring: 
•  The power input is not correct voltage. 
•  The power cable connection is not secured correctly.   
•  The firmware was upgraded incorrectly. 










