InstarVision Surveillance Center

Android Software

Add a Camera: P2P Access

Our HD camera line allows you to add the camera by a so-called p2p (Point-to-Point) connection. To establish the p2p connection, choose to add a New p2p Camera, type in the camera's UID, which can be found on the sticker on the camera and the web user interface (720p / 1080p). Or use the QR code scanner to scan your camera's code. Please be aware that the QR code on the sticker contains your camera's default login. The QR code in the webUI is generated dynamically and will contain your UID as well as your personal camera login. If you change your camera´s administrator login or just activated the p2p service, you first have to restart your camera, before you can access it via your UID.

Please be Aware:

P2P does not allow access to image files on the internal SD card. You can only access stored videos.

With INSTAR 720p camera (1080p cameras use an improved P2P version that is not affected!), you will not be able to change the video settings (bitrate, contrast, brightness, etc.).

Add an INSTAR P2P IP Camera

Feature
Description
DDNS or P2PFirst you have to choose to add your camera via its local IP / DDNS address or its P2P UID. For the DDNS Service please Continue Reading Here.
UID[03] You can either search for P2P cameras on your local network (your smartphone has to be connected to your home router´s WiFi network) or scan the QRcode from the P2P menu- it will automatically fill out all the necessary information to add your camera. You can also write down your camera´s UID (User Identification) from the P2P menu and type it in manually.
Camera Name[06] You can choose a name for your camera - the name does not have to be identical with the camera name inside the web user interface. But every camera you add has to have a unique name.
User Name[07] To access your camera you will need to provide the admin username you use to log in to your camera`s web user interface. The default username for all FHD, HD and VGA cameras is admin
Password[08] Provide the password you use to log in to your camera`s web user interface. The default password is instar for HD cameras and no password for VGA cameras. You were asked to change the default password during the initial installation in case of FHD cameras.
Test/Add[09] Afterwards click on Test to check your configuration. Click on Save - Diskette Symbol in the top right - once the test was successful. Go to the Multiview Menu o access your cameras live video stream.
Add your camera using its P2P address
Camera View

Enter the Multiview Menu and click the + button in the top right corner to add your camera.

Add your camera using its P2P address
Add a Camera

Choose Add a New Camera to add your camera via it's UID.

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Add new P2P Camera

To use your cameras P2P service select New p2p Camera.

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QR Code Scanner

It is recommended to use the QRCode Reader to scan the code inside your camera's webUI. Alternatively, search for your camera on the network or type in the UID manually...

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Select Camera Model

Choose p2p camera for static models and PTZ for Pan-Tilt&Zoom camera models.

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Search for Cameras

If you used the Search Function select your camera from the list of found P2P devices on your local network...

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Camera User ID

...Or type in the UID found in your cameras webUI manually.

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Camera Login

Type in the admin password for your camera and click next to proceed.

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Camera Name

Select a name for your camera. Each camera you add has to have a unique name.

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Overview

The overview page allows you to make final changes and add additional information - e.g. your cameras local IP that can be used when you are in the same network as your camera. Note that not all routers allow you to connect via the DDNS address from inside your local network. You might have to disconnect your phone from the local wifi to test the remote access.

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Verification

Verify that all details are correct and click test to let the app test the connection to your camera.