Amcrest 12MP POE Fisheye Camera Quick Start Guide

Quick guide from the manual

This document provides essential steps for the physical installation and initial software setup of the Amcrest 12MP POE Fisheye Camera. Before beginning, ensure the camera is powered via a POE+ switch or a 12V DC power adapter and that your computer or mobile device is on the same network.

Physical installation

The camera includes an installation plate, sticker, screws, wall anchors, and a torx wrench. Follow these steps to mount the device:

1. Use the installation sticker to mark and drill holes on the mounting surface.
2. Insert wall anchors into the drilled holes.
3. Align the installation plate with the holes and secure it using a Phillips head screwdriver.
4. Connect the necessary wiring (Ethernet, etc.) to the camera.
5. Align the camera screws with the installation plate, twist to secure, and lock in place using the included torx wrench.

MicroSD card installation

The camera supports microSD cards up to 256GB for local storage.

1. Locate the hatch on the bottom of the camera and remove it using a Phillips head screwdriver.
2. Open the microSD card clasp, insert the card into the slot, and slide the clasp back to secure it.
3. Reattach the hatch to the camera.

Device initialization

Before accessing the camera on other platforms, it must be initialized:

• Download and install the Amcrest IP Config tool on your computer.
• Locate the camera's IP address and enter it into a web browser.
• Set the region, date, time, and a password (8-32 characters, including letters, numbers, and symbols).

Setup with Amcrest View Pro

Ensure the camera is initialized before proceeding:

1. Download the Amcrest View Pro app from the App Store or Google Play.
2. Tap the Start button and select PoE Camera.
3. Choose P2P Connection.
4. Scan the QR code on the camera or manually enter the serial number.
5. Assign a name to the camera and enter the credentials to start live view.

Troubleshooting

For AI features like people counting or intrusion detection, note that these rules cannot be enabled simultaneously. To view AI recordings, a class 10 or above microSD card formatted to FAT32 is required.