How to Add an Amcrest Camera to a HITOSINO/HIKVISION PoE NVR via ONVIF
Are you trying to integrate leading brands like Amcrest and Hikvision into a single surveillance system but facing challenges? You're not alone! Today, we will guide you through the steps to connect an Amcrest camera to a HIKVISION/ HITOSINO PoE NVR using the ONVIF protocol. This step-by-step tutorial will help you achieve seamless interoperability, ensuring your security system functions smoothly and efficiently. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to video surveillance, we're here to support you every step of the way. Let's get started and improve your surveillance setup effectively!
Simply Understanding the ONVIF Protocol
ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) is a global, open industry forum designed to standardize IP-based security devices, enabling seamless interoperability between different brands. Learn more about ONVIF.
Preparation
Before connecting your Amcrest camera to the HITOSINO PoE NVR via ONVIF, ensure the following:
- Reset the Amcrest camera to its factory default settings.
- Install the ConfigTool software on your computer.
- Have the username and password for your HITOSINO NVR ready.
- Ensure ONVIF is enabled on the Amcrest camera, which is typically enabled by default.
Setup Guide
Now, let's start setting up your system step by step.
Step 1. Adjust Your PoE IP System Connection
To set up your Amcrest camera on your computer, slightly modify the system connection by changing the network cable from the NVR’s LAN port to a PoE port. This adjustment ensures that the camera, computer, and router are on the same LAN, allowing direct access and management of the camera from your computer.
1.Regular Connection:
2. Adjusted Connection: switch the cable from the NVR’s LAN port to one of its PoE ports.
Step 2. Modify the IP Address of Your Amcrest PoE Camera
This is a vital step for achieving a successful setup. Accurately setting the IP address can be challenging, even for experienced users. During setup, please keep in mind that the network camera's IP address must be on the same LAN as the PoE NVR’s built-in IP address to allow for proper communication and data transfer.
1. Launch ConfigTool: Run ConfigTool on your computer. If you don’t see the Amcrest device, click refresh. If the Notice window pops up, check 'Don't prompt again' and click OK.
The default password for the Amcrest camera is "admin" If you have never changed your password, you can skip this step. If you have changed the password, please go to Search Settings and enter the revised password to modify its IP address. Please refer to the image below:
2. Set IP Address: Click on Edit of the camera, input valid IP addresses in the circled areas, and then click OK.
As you may know, for HITOSINO/HIKVISION PoE NVRs, the built-in IP address is 192.168.254.x. Therefore, to ensure the Amcrest camera can properly communicate with the Hikvision/HITOSINO PoE NVR, the IP address of the third-party Amcrest camera must be changed to 192.168.254.x, where 'x' can be any number from 2 to 254, but must not conflict with your existing network devices. Additionally, set the subnet mask to 255.255.255.0 and the gateway to 192.168.254.1, making sure the fourth digit is 1. For detailed information on IP address setup, check our tutorial.
A green check mark shows the IP address was changed successfully.
The following steps will be performed on the monitor of your security system.
Step 3. Add Your Amcrest Camera to HITOSINO/HIKVISION PoE NVR
1. Unbind PoE Port: Go to Configuration > Camera > PoE Binding Configuration, uncheck the channel occupied by the Amcrest camera, and click Apply.
2. Add Amcrest Camera: Navigate to the IP Channel, select the Amcrest camera from the Online Device List, and refresh if it doesn’t appear.
3. Edit Ancrest Camera Settings: Click Edit on the Amcrest camera from the Added Device List, input the password, and click OK.
Once all settings are correctly applied, a green check mark will appear, indicating a successful connection.
There are multiple ways to set up your system using ONVIF, and we understand each experience is unique. If you still encounter issues with connections, please don’t hesitate to contact us at support@hitosino.com. We are always here to help you. For additional resources, check out our FAQ and support center.
Additional Resources:
Video Tutorials：
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Compatible product models are listed in the table below.
| ASIN | HITOSINO NVR | Hikvision Model Number | Compatible Products for Frontend/Backend |
| B0CKYZ1TFQ | NVR-N608-Q1/8P-2TB | DS-7608NI-Q1/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0CJWWFZGB | NVR-N608-Q1/8P-2TB | DS-7608NI-Q1/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0CYCB4YJM | NVR-NI616-K2/16P | DS-7616NXI-K2/16P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0C5MHXQCY | NVR-N608-Q1/8P-2TB | DS-7608NI-Q1/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0B5ZW164L | NVR-N608-Q1/8P-2TB | DS-7608NI-Q1/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0B8VMVBQT | NVR-N608-Q1/8P-2TB | DS-7608NI-Q1/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0CYSM3KCD | NVR-NI632-K2/16P | DS-7632NXI-K2/16P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0B8VPDFJZ | NVR-N608-Q1/8P-2TB | DS-7608NI-Q1/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0BPXTCHX2 | NVR-N608-Q1/8P | DS-7608NI-Q1/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0D266YZ4F | NVR-N608-Q1/8P-2TB | DS-7608NI-Q1/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0CC9CCTFZ | NVR-N616-Q2/16P-N | DS-7616NI-Q2/16P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0CR9VGLDQ | NVR-N608-Q1/8P-2TB-2N | DS-7608NI-Q1/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
| B0CWNRK6N7 | NVR-N608-Q2/8P-N | DS-7608NI-Q2/8P | All Amcrest Cameras, our Video Camera Model: IP5M-T1179E |
The setup process is identical for all Amcrest cameras with HITOSINO or Hikvision PoE NVRs. However, to ensure full functionality, it's advisable to use cameras and NVRs from the same brand within a single system.
