Amcrest IP2M-841B review
Amcrest IP2M-841B: Indoor Surveillance Camera With Full HD Resolution and Two-Way Communication
People interested in a well-built wireless surveillance camera should try their hands on the Amcrest IP2m 841B. This device has many features like all-day recording, intuitive playback controls, excellent image quality, etc. The two-way communication channel will be a welcome addition if you want to talk to your family on the other end while keeping an eye on them.
This camera is excellent for indoor use, and the IP connectivity ensures you have remote access to its controls. These access routes let you pan, tilt, or zoom the camera, pause and play recordings, and store footage on the microSD. You can do that through the phone app or web browser.
The best part is that this device fits these features in a small form. Add that to the modern-looking design, and you have a device you can choose to install discreetly or proudly display in the corner of your home or office. So, when it comes to versatile security cameras, there aren’t many choices better than the IP2m-841B, and I will explain more.
Video production
With this camera, you get a 2-megapixel sensor shooting full HD videos at 30FPS. You can expect crystal-clear videos from its 1/2.7-inch 2 Megapixel progressive scan CMOS. I was impressed when I recorded indoor shots, as the lens absorbs enough light from the surrounding.
The Amcrest IP2m 841B may struggle in low light conditions, which is where the night vision feature helps. The IR LED reduces the natural graining, especially for subjects within 32.81 feet. You also get a 90-degree view angle, thanks to the lens’s 4mm focal length.
Record at least 4Mbps bitrate for the best quality to get H.264 or MPEG-4 videos. Throw in motion detection alerts and SD card support, and you would agree that this camera is an excellent piece of hardware. The only gripe I have with it during video production is the lack of zoom within the web UI.
Connection types
The Amcrest IP2m-841B uses Ethernet cables for connections to computers and routers. It also has a power cable for supplying power. Because of the indoor use and the manufacturer’s interest in building a device you can use discreetly, no other wires are needed in the connection.
You can create a secure SSL/HTTPS connection by connecting the IP2m 841B to your router using WiFi. This connection will let you change the IP address and set up the camera.
Setup
You can run the Amcrest IP2m-841B setup in three ways: Local and Remote Viewing, P2P setup, and Amcrest Cloud setup. First, supply power to the unit through the power cord. After the device is on, connect your Ethernet cable and WiFi and change its IP address to your subnet.
After this Amcrest IP2m-841B reset, install the camera app on your phone, log in to the web portal, and input your WiFi password. Once connected, link the camera through the Amcrest View Lite app. If you don’t have an Ethernet cable, install the phone app and scan the QR code on the camera to add it.
For P2P setup, add your camera to the app using its QR code, then link the camera with your router. And for Amcrest Cloud setup, use the Ethernet cable or WiFi to connect your device to your home network and add the camera to your cloud account. After these setup routes, you can use your Amcrest cameras’ in-built WiFi.
Conclusion
To wrap up this Amcrest IP2m-841B review, we can state that the features you get with the camera guarantee a pleasant experience for any wireless security camera. With dual-comm audio, full HD resolution, near-wireless setup, and SD support, there’s not much else you can want from a camera in its category. So if you are considering buying this product, go ahead.