Amcrest Camera Setup for Dashboard Use

Amcrest Camera Setup:

1. Download the Amcrest app  
   - Install the Amcrest App on your iPhone or Android.

2. App setup (Smart Home Series)  
   After installing the app, follow the steps below.

3. Power on the camera  
   - Plug the camera into a power source.  
   - Wait approximately 30 seconds for it to initialize.  
   - The LED indicator should begin blinking green.

4. Add the device in the app  
   - Log into the Amcrest app.  
   - Tap the menu/add icon and select “Add Device.”  
   - If you do not already have an Amcrest account, you will be prompted to create one.

5. Scan the QR code  
   - Use your phone to scan the QR code on the camera’s serial tag.  
   - The QR code is typically located near the USB dongle, on the camera’s box, and/or on the back of the camera.  
   - If scanning fails, tap “Manually enter S/N” and enter the serial number.

6. Configure Wi‑Fi  
   - Tap “WiFi Setup” or “WiFi Configuration Setup.”

7. Connect to the camera hotspot  
   - The app will automatically connect to the camera’s temporary Wi‑Fi hotspot.  
   - On some Android devices, you may need to manually connect by adding the device using its serial number.  
   - If prompted, grant any required permissions and enter the default hotspot password (commonly: admin).

8. Set the camera password  
   - Create a new, secure password for the camera login.

9. Connect to the hub Wi‑Fi  
   - Select your hub’s Wi‑Fi network from the list and enter its password.  
   - The Wi‑Fi password will be provided by Smart Living Systems (SLS).

10. Finalize setup  
   - The camera’s LED will turn solid green once it is successfully connected.  
   - Assign a clear name to the camera (for example: home/location/area).  
   - Set the correct time zone.  
   - Tap “Start Live View” to complete setup.