Installation Guide
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1. Initial Setup OAMCREST i To initiate the setup process click the Setup Wizard button from the main screen 23 02 2013 13 38 28 Mon VIDEO LOSS Celanese Camera VIDEO LOSS 1 General Configuration This is the first page of the setup process Basic settings for the device are configured here 2002 2015 MERA Setup Wizard General configuration Language l Video Standard N Resolution 10 Time Zone CORANA l Menu Date Format DDIM MIYYYY Device Name HVR UID OAMCREST 2 Hard Disk Management On this page a hard drive can be selected and formatted ee EP Li Lani rye 3 4 woe A at f 20 02 2015 MEIJE was Setup Wizard Hard disk management E Label Capacity Format Mount Free Space 0 A58 GB yes yes 446 GB Previous Cancel 2002 2013 11 46 22 Fri Setup Wizard Cess DHCP IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway 192 168 21 IM Auto DNS Static DNS Preferred DNS Server 192 1 Alternate DNS Server Cancel OAMCREST 10 4 Device List This page shows a list of devices on the network Setup Wizard MAC Address lame Channe C4 06 55 2D D7 A6 IPC mode Channels Channel Channel Channelg Disconnect Previous 20022013 MEERA Setup Wizard Email contiguration Enable SSL or TLS SMTP Server smtp gmailcom Other SMTP Port Sender Address Sender Password Recipient Address 1 Recipient Address 2 Recipient Address 3 Atta2. Shutdown gt Reboot Reboot the DVR OAMCREST 15 7 Web Access Setup for PC Local amp Remote Local Access Procedure For purposes of this guide we will outline the most common method for setting up local web access For this method your DVR should be connected to your router and the computer you are using to access the DVR s web interface should be connected to the same router either wirelessly or via a wired connection Login to your DVR open the main menu then go to Network gt General Ensure that the option for DNS is set to Static DNS Write down the IP address that is located in the IP Address field Click the Advanced tab at the top and change the HTTP port to any 4 digit number above 1024 Click the Apply button at the bottom right hand of the page Write down the HTTP port number you inputted in the HTTP port field 7 Open up a web browser and type in the IP address you wrote down and then add a colon mark and add the port number to the end The IP should look something like the following http 192 168 2 135 1111 8 Install the plugins onto your browser 9 Once installed enter in your login credentials and click Log In 10 Save this page as a bookmark so you can quickly access the interface while on the same network aS E Do To view a video on how to setup the 960H DVR for local web access go to http amcrest com videos and view the video titled How to Gain Remote Access to Your 960H DVR
3. This tab allows for recording of the live feed to the computer that is accessing the DVR through the web i Device Settings i Display Channel Settings Channel Settings Output G Recording Channel General Advanced Settings Record Schedule e Search Log Search Date Time a Network Network Status General Mask Setup 2 Advanced i Alarm i Video loss Exception Device PTZ HDD amp System General z System Information Maintenance Shut Down Channel Name Camerat Position Settings Lower Right Position Settings Top Center Device Settings This screen allows for the changing of settings for the DVR and any of the devices connected to it The settings on this screen reflect the settings menu that is on the DVR itself To learn more about the menu options see section 6 in this guide OAMCREST L 9 Amcrest Link Mobile App Setup The Amcrest Link app is available for both Android and iOS There are two versions of the app Amcrest Link and Amcrest Link Pro The Pro version contains some features that the regular version does not For purposes of this guide we will use the Android mobile operating system though both apps have the same interface 1 Download and Install either the Amcrest Link app from the app store 2 Open the app and tap the Add New Device button OR if you already have a device added click the icon in the top left hand corner O 7 A 1 39 A Devi
4. information on the rear panel ports 4 VGAportt 5 eSATAport 6 HDMiport 7 Ethernetport 8 USB port 9 PTC control port 10 12VDC Powerin S S S o 4 Hardware Setup Before setting up the 960H DVR you will probably need the following items The items are not included e A computer monitor or TV with either an HDMI or VGA input e A power strip with room for 4 large power plugs Note It is recommended to connect all components of the system as shown below BEFORE mounting any of the cameras This is to ensure all components are working If any components are not functioning please contact Amcrest Support To set up the DVR hardware there are 7 major steps 1 Connecting a monitor to the DVR The DVR is compatible with any monitor that uses a VGA or HDMI connection For purposes of this guide we will use a VGA connection MAMCREST 4 ww 2 Connect a USB mouse to the front of the DVR Ue av A QAMCREST Ge y le 3 Connect an Ethernet cable to your router and then connect the other end of the cable to the DVR 4 Connect the camera video extension cable to the camera s video cable and connect the camera power extension cable to the camera s power cable K2 w 4 U zZ lt w an A MAMCREST 5 oad 5 Connect the camera cable to any of the video input ports IN 6 Connect the camera power extension cable to one of the camera power cables and then connec
5. of their respective owners If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at or call us at 888 212 7538 OAMCREST 23
6. with Universal Plug and Play For detailed operation information about web access please refer to the User Manual included in the packaged CD or the paper copy of the User Manual included with the system OAMCREST 16 Remote Access Procedure For the purposes of this guide we will outline the UPnP Universal Plug and Play method for setting up remote web access For this method your DVR should still be connected to your router and your computer should also be on the same network as your router but only for the initial setup Afterwards to enable remote access the computer should be connected to a network that other than the one connected to the DVR 1 Login to your DVR open the main menu then go to Network gt Advanced 2 Ensure that the checkbox next to UPNP enable is checked it should be checked by default 3 Find where it says Server Port and you should notice that the port number is set to 9000 You want to change this to 9999 4 Find where it says HTTP Port and you should notice that the port number is set to 80 Change this number to 8888 5 Once you have completed steps 4 and 5 please click the Apply button down below to save your settings When it asks you to confirm click OK 6 On a computer open a web browser then go to Google com and search what is my ip Google will return your Public IP Address at the top of the first search results page you will not need t
7. Q AMCREST Amcrest 960H DVR Quick Start Guide Welcome Thank you for purchasing our Amcrest 960H DVR This quick start guide will help you become familiar with our DVR in a very short time Before installation and operation please read the below safeguards and warnings carefully Many of the setup sections below have corresponding videos on YouTube You Tube To access the setup videos please go to http amcrest com videos If you are still have further questions after reading this guide please contact our support team by emailing support amcrest com or by calling 888 212 7538 Important Safeguards and Warnings All installations and operations here should conform to your local electrical safety codes We assume no liability or responsibility for any of the fires or electrical shocks caused by improper handling or installation Weare not liable for any problems caused by unauthorized modifications or attempted repair Improper battery use may result in fire explosion or personal injury When replacing the battery please make sure you are using the same model 1 Check Hardware When you receive the DVR system in the packaging unpack it and check all sides of the DVR for any physical damage The protective materials used in the packaging of the DVR can protect most accidental damage during transportation but to ensure that your equipment is operating as expected it is recommended to inspect the product before proceedi
8. X Channel02 Jt Channel03 Zoom Channel04 4 Channel05 lt a gt T Fous lt 7 Channel06 oe NZA 47 Channel07 e 7 Channel08 I i 5 n ral Camernd ey ee Channel05 Channel06 Basic Settings zs Camern4 ChannelO Channel08 CPU loading Preview This tab shows live playback of any connected cameras Ensure that the small icon on the left of each camera s name on the left hand list has a blue arrow icon present otherwise the live video feed will not show Preview Playback Local Settings Device Settings Befcrancioy Y Channeld2 Channeld3 Channel04 J Channel05 Y Channeld6 E Channel07 Channelds 00 00 02 00 04 00 06 00 08 00 10 00 14 00 16 00 20 00 March 2015 c e Mon Tue Wed Thu i 22 23 24 25 26 27 5 12 19 26 2 Playback This tab allows for playback of recorded video Select the date from the menu on the right and then click on the timeline at the bottom of the screen to select a playback starting location Once the starting point has been selected hit the play button to begin playback OAMCREST 18 Preview Playback Local Settings Device Settings Record Path C RecordFile Download Path C DownloadFile Capture Path C Capture The maxsize of file oss siz UnitMB Range 30MB 2048MB insumficient disk space tips 2048 unte Video folder size limit 0 Unit GB shall not be less than the maximum size of a single file Convert to AVI Local Settings
9. ces Preview Playback N MyDevice gt OW MyDevice Ch 1 openii Device Ch 2 opening Add New Device MyDevice Ch 3 opening MyDevice Ch 4 opening a t G amp G D Capture PTZ Play All Play m Ha K ie BT V 35 S Local Screens Stream Record lt 0 lt 3 Goto your DVR and open the main menu 4 From the main menu go to Settings gt System Information MAMCREST 20 ww 5 On the phone tap the QR code button in the UID field iL gt 1 25 Device Setting Device Name MyDevice Connection P2P gt UID User Name admin Password Start Preview 6 Point the phone s camera at the QR code displaying on the DVR s screen Make sure the QR code fits inside of the clear box in the center of your phone screen Your phone will vibrate and take you back to the previous page when the scan is successful OAMCREST al 7 Enter in the login details as needed Device Setting Device Name MyDevice Connection P2P UID M6WSTT5VJ7Z3913D4PE1 User Name sonin a Password s Start Preview Click the Start Preview button Device Name MyDevice Connection P2P gt UID M6WSTT5VJ7Z3913D4PE1 UserName admin Password Start Preview To view a video on how to setup the Amcrest 960H DVR for remote access on a smartphone or tablet go to hitp amcrest com videos and view the video titled How to S
10. ch Picture MEVA 5 min OAMCREST 6 UID This page displays the device UID i 20022013 PARIN IMi Setup Wizard Send UID Manual Record 4 E g DDNS Configuration This page allows for configuration of DDNS settings to enable remote access of the DVR v 200212015 MEEA DDNS configuration DDNS DDNS Type Device Domain Name User Name Password Contirm Password Manual Record Fm OAMCREST 8 System Time Configuration This page allows for configuration of date and time settings on the DVR Setup Wizard System time configuration NTP Synchronize Every NTP Server NTP Port System Time Minutes 60 65535 Previous Cancel DST Configuration This page allows for configuration of settings that handle Daylight Savings Time on the DVR v Setup Wizard DST configuration Enable Offset mi Start Time ad Time Ma oo o y Oct nd sti y The last OAMCREST 10 Account Configuration This page allows for the configuration of the administrative account s password settings 7 3 BE pit Setup Wizard Account configuration User Name admin Password Confirm Password Enable Password Display wizard when booting up Previous Finish OAMCREST Cancel 14 6 DVR Interface Guide Below are short descriptions for each of the menu items on the main menu IP Channel Manage the IP addresses of the device Display gt Camera Review or edit display s
11. ettings for each camera Display gt Output Review or edit display resolution settings Recording gt Encode Review or edit recording settings specific to each camera Recording gt Option Review or edit recording settings Recording gt Schedule Review or edit settings that trigger recording events Search gt Playback Playback recorded video Search gt Backup Backup recorded video Search gt Event Playback events Search gt Log Search Search the log for alarms exceptions or operation events Network gt General Review or edit network settings for the DVR Network gt Advanced Review or edit advanced network settings for the DVR Network gt Network Status Monitor network status for the DVR Alarm gt Motion Set alarms based on motion events Alarm gt Video Loss Set alarms based on video loss events Alarm gt Exception Set alarms based on exception events Device gt HDD View HDD status or clear HDD Device gt S M A R T View device statistics based on each HDD Device gt PTZ Configure PTZ information for each PTZ enabled camera System gt General View or edit general DVR information system gt User Add delete or modify users for the DVR System gt System Information View general information about the DVR system gt Maintenance View or edit maintenance settings for the DVR Shutdown gt Lock Lock the DVR to prevent unauthorized access Shutdown gt Shutdown Shutdown the DVR
12. etup Amcrest 960H DVR for Remote Access on Smartphone Tablet OAMCREST z 10 Amcrest Link App Interface Once the app is setup to work with your DVR it should look like the image below on the left To cycle between the preview or playback functions click either of the buttons for them on the top of the screen a gt h ane ack Preview On is 0343 2015 14 27 59 TUE 03 03 2015 14 27 59 TUE MyDevice Ch 1 opened E umm ji Te 00 00 0000 00 00 00 00 00 0000 00 00 00 00 00 0000 00 00 00 I No Playback file Clicking the Devices Icon The down arrow in a circle on the top left hand corner will open the device list to allow selection of a specific connected device Clicking the Selection Icon The two video cameras stacked on top of each other will open the selection screen to either select which camera to preview or to select what to playback a v ee p Capture PTZ Close All Close H Q K Screens Stream Record Sound lt o Note Fora detailed operational introduction please refer to our CD included in your package for the electronic version of the User Manual To view setup videos for many of the steps outlined in this guide go to This quick start guide 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
13. ng further On the DVR unit check specifically that the label on the bottom of the DVR is not damaged The serial number of the unit is often needed to provide support Please check that all required items for your DVR are present and accounted for To check what is included with your purchase go to http amcrest com amcrest amdv960h4 4b 4 channel 960h video security system 4 x 800 plus tvl bullet cameras html and scroll down and click the What s Included tab If any item is missing please contact us as soon as possible so we can send you the missing component OAMCREST 2 Front Panel rer OAMCREST 1 23 5 Please refer to the following chart for information on the front panel buttons rete USB port To connect USB storage devices or USB mouse POWER POWER indicator light turns on when the DVR is powered on HDD indicator lights up when the hard drive is active and 3 HDD flashes rapidly when recording IED a Play Pause button is used for playback control ca b ALL button is used to live view all the channels Function Buttons Menu c Menu button is used to toggle the main menu d Select button is used to confirm selection in any of the menu modes DIRECTION buttons are used to navigate between different Direction Arrows fields and items in menus In Preview mode these buttons can be used to cycle through channels OAMCREST 3 Rear Panel Please refer to the following chart for
14. o click anything after hitting Enter to see this Write this number down and have it ready for the next step 7 Open up a new tab or browser window and type your Public IP address into the browser window and then add a colon and your HTTP port number It should look something like this http 55 555 5 555 8888 8 Install the plugins onto your browser 9 Once installed enter in your login credentials and click Log In 10 Save this page as a bookmark and you can try it out when you are on another network away from the location of the DVR Note Remote access does not work when connected to the same network as the DVR whether it be wirelessly or through a wired connection Local setup will have to be configured separately to enable local access Please see the steps on the previous page for information on how to do this To view a video on how to setup the 960H DVR for remote web access go to http amcrest com videos and view the video titled How to Gain Remote Access to Your 960H DVR with Universal Plug and Play For detailed operation information about web access please refer to the User Manual included in the packaged CD or the paper copy of the User Manual included with the system OAMCREST 17 8 Web Interface The web interface has 4 main tabs near the top of the browser window Preview Playback Local Settings Device Settings A Dank OG Cae E H Bj Y 04 0372015 14 38 51 WED 04 03 2015 14 33 51 WED
15. t the camera power cable to the AC adapter Then plug the adapter into an electrical socket Z MAMCREST 6 ww 7 Connect the DVR power cable into the back of the DVR and then plug in the DVR power adapter into an electrical socket tE eSATA OAMCREST l 5 Software Setup After turning the system on the default video display shows multiple windows To bring up the login screen left click the mouse or hit enter on the keyboard The login screen should look like this VIDEO LOSS System Login User Name admin j Camera VIDEO LOSS VIDEO Loss Cameras To login to the system for the first time use the administrator account information below Upon login for the first time it is highly recommended to change your password for security reasons Username admin Password 12345 administrator local and network By default your DVR comes with one user account the Administrator account The Administrator user name is admin and the password is 12345 The default password for Administrator should be changed right away for security reasons The Administrator has the authority to add delete and configure parameters for many of the system functions Note If three failed logins are attempted within a 30 minute time period the system will set off an alarm After five login failures the account will be locked To view a video on how to setup the 960H DVR go to and view the video titled Amcrest 960H DRV
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