D-Link DCS-2530L User manual

User Manual
Version 1.02 | 10/04/2016
DCS-2530L
Full HD 180-Degree Wi-Fi Network Camera

2D-Link DCS-2530L User Manual
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Manual Revisions
Revision Date Description
1.00 04/22/2016 DCS-2530L Revision A1 with rmware version 1.00
1.01 09/23/2016 update technical specications
1.02 10/04/2016 Updated for rmware 1.00.21
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Preface

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Table of Contents
Product Overview..............................................................4
Package Contents.........................................................................4
System Requirements................................................................. 4
Introduction ................................................................................... 5
Features............................................................................................5
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 6
Front View................................................................................ 6
Rear View .................................................................................7
Installation.........................................................................8
Wireless Installation Considerations...................................... 9
Mobile App Setup ......................................................................10
Zero Conguration Setup........................................................11
Mounting the Camera...............................................................14
mydlink...........................................................................................16
Conguration...................................................................17
Accessing the Web Conguration Utility...........................17
Live Video ......................................................................................18
Setup...............................................................................................20
Setup Wizard ........................................................................20
Network Setup.....................................................................25
Wireless Setup......................................................................28
Dynamic DNS .......................................................................29
Image Setup .........................................................................30
Audio and Video..................................................................32
Motion Detection ...............................................................33
Sound Detection.................................................................34
Time and Date......................................................................35
Event Setup...........................................................................36
SD Card...................................................................................44
Advanced ......................................................................................45
ICR and IR...............................................................................45
HTTPS......................................................................................46
Access List..............................................................................47
Maintenance ................................................................................48
Admin .....................................................................................48
System ....................................................................................49
Firmware Upgrade..............................................................50
Status ..............................................................................................51
Device Info ............................................................................51
Log ...........................................................................................52
Help .................................................................................................53
Technical Specications..................................................54
Regulatory Information ..................................................56

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Section 1: Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
System Requirements
• 802.11n/g router (a D-Link Cloud Router is recommended)
• A broadband Internet connection
• iPhone, iPad, Android, or Windows smartphone or tablet (please refer to the mobile app’s store page to check whether your
device is compatible)
• DCS-2530L Full HD 180-Degree Wi-Fi Network Camera
• Power Adapter
• Mounting Kit
• Quick Installation Guide
• Quick Install Card
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage than the one included with your product
will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

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Introduction
The DCS-2530L Full HD 180-Degree Wi-Fi Network Camera boasts a horizon-wide 180° lens that easily captures your entire room, wall-to-wall, in
high-quality 1080p. Its rotatable head makes ceiling installations easy, and the built-in night vision and handy mobile app empower you with
knowing exactly what is happening, day or night.
180°Wide Angle Lens
The DCS-2530L provides whole-room coverage with a 180°wide angle lens, eliminating the need for multiple cameras to cover a single room.
Built-in dewarping technology automatically corrects the image for you.
1080p Full HD Video
The 1080p Full HD sensor provides crisp detail and clarity for high-quality snapshots and video.
Comprehensive Day/Night Surveillance
The built-in infrared LEDs enable night time viewing of up to 16 feet (5 meters), and the PIR sensor detects nearby motion even in complete darkness.
The microSD card slot allows the camera to record snapshots and video directly to onboard storage for a complete surveillance solution.
Wireless N Connectivity
The DCS-2530L uses high-speed Wireless N to connect to your wireless router, and is compatible with 802.11n/g.
Web Conguration
Using a standard web browser, you can congure and manage the DCS-2530L through the mydlink website, so you can access your DCS-2530L
anytime, anywhere in the world.
Features

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Hardware Overview
Front View
Camera Lens
Microphone
IR LEDs (behind cover)
Light Sensor
Camera Stand
Signal Locator LED
Solid Green: Best wireless signal
Solid Orange: Good wireless signal
Blinking Orange: Poor wireless signal

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Rear View
microSD Slot
MicroUSB Connector
(for power)
Reset Button
WPS Button
Power/Status LED
Solid Green: Successfully connected
Blinking Green: WPS process in progress
Solid Red: Camera is booting, or rmware
upgrade is in progress

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Installation
There are two ways to set up your camera:
mydlink Lite Mobile App: You can use the mydlink Lite mobile app to guide you through setup and initial conguration of your
camera. Refer to "Mobile App Setup" on page 10.
Zero Conguration Setup: If you have a mydlink-enabled router (D-Link Cloud Router), this is the easiest way to set up your
camera. Refer to "Zero Conguration Setup" on page 11.

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Wireless Installation Considerations
The DCS-2530L connects to your network using a wireless connection from anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. However,
the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.Typical ranges
vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing wireless
range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Minimize the number of walls and ceilings between your adapter and other network devices (such as your Network Camera) - each
wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters).
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be
almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Position your devices so that the signal
will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
3. Building materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may weaken the wireless signal. Try to position your
access points, wireless routers, and other networking devices where the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials
and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh tanks), mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade
your wireless signal.
4. Keep your product at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters away from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.
5. If you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or other radio frequency sources (such as microwave ovens), your wireless connection
may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4 GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as
possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.

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Mobile App Setup
You can congure your camera through the mydlink Lite mobile app. On your mobile device, download mydlink Lite by searching for mydlink Lite
in the iTunes App Store, Google Play, or the Windows Store.
Launch the mydlink Lite app and create a new account or sign in to your existing account. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your camera.
When you are asked to scan a QR code, use the code on the Quick Install Card in your package, or on the label attached to your device.
Congratulations, your DCS-2530L is now ready to use! Be sure to check the mydlink.com website periodically for the latest rmware updates to
keep your product secure and up to date with the latest features.

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Zero Conguration Setup
If you have a mydlink-enabled Cloud Router, you can take advantage of Zero Conguration Setup. Zero Conguration automatically congures
your camera’s settings for you, and adds the camera to your mydlink account automatically. This type of setup allows you to set up your camera by
simply plugging it in and connecting it to your router.
Connect your camera to your mydlink-enabled Cloud Router and Zero Configuration will automatically configure your DCS-2530L and
add the camera to your mydlink account. After the short time it takes to do this you can remotely access your camera from the website
(http://www.mydlink.com) to manage and monitor your DCS-2530L.
Plug in the External Power Adapter
Connect the power adapter to the microUSB port on the back of the camera. Plug the power
adapter in to a wall outlet.
Press the WPS button on your camera
Press and hold the WPS button for three seconds. The blue WPS status LED will start blinking.
Press the WPS button on your Cloud Router
Press the WPS button on your router within 60 seconds. The WPS button is usually on the
side or back of your Cloud Router. The DCS-2530L will automatically create a secure wireless
connection to your router and reboot.When it has successfully connected, the Power LED will
be lit green and the Direct LED will be turned o.

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DCS-2530L
Check Your mydlink Account
From any computer with an Internet connection, open a web browser and login to your mydlink
account.The mydlink page will check for new devices and display a New device Found! pop-
up notication in the bottom-left corner. Click the notication to continue.
A summary and conrmation notication will appear with the automatically congured details.
Make a note of the details and click Yes to add the camera to your account.
DCS-2530L

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Zero Conguration will navigate to the mydlink Live View tab for your camera where you will
see a screen similar to the following.
Your camera is now set up, and you can skip to "mydlink" on page 16 to learn more about
the mydlink features of this camera, or to "Configuration" on page 17 for advanced
conguration of your camera.
Note: If you see a white haze when viewing in night vision mode, the night vision light on
the camera may be reecting o a nearby surface. Try repositioning and aiming the camera.

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Mounting the Camera
To mount your camera on a wall or ceiling, please follow the steps below. It is recommended that you congure the camera before mounting.
Step 1
Rotate the baseplate counter-clockwise and remove it. 1
Step 2
Place the baseplate where you want to position the camera and use a pencil to mark the holes.
You can use the lower holes for a removable installation, or the top holes for a xed one. Make
sure that the arrow on the baseplate is pointing up.
2
Step 3
Depending on the material of the wall or ceiling, use proper tools to drill holes 25 mm deep
with a 6 mm drill bit where you marked. If the wall is made out of concrete, drill the holes rst,
then insert the plastic anchors to support the screws.
3

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Step 4
Place the baseplate over the holes that are in the wall. Make sure to align the baseplate holes
with the holes in the wall. Use the supplied screws to attach the baseplate to the surface of
the wall.
4
Step 6
Adjust the angle and rotation of the camera as desired.You can also rotate the camera on the
baseplate about 45° to the right or left. 6
Step 5
Place the camera over the baseplate with the alignment nub pointing left, then attach the
camera by rotating it until the alignment nub points up. 5

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mydlink
After registering your camera with a mydlink account, you will be able to remotely access your camera from the www.mydlink.com website. After
signing in to your mydlink account, you will see a screen similar to the following:
For more details on using your camera with mydlink, go to the Support section of the mydlink website and check the User Manual section for
your product to nd the latest instruction guide for your camera’s mydlink features.

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Section 3: Conguration
Conguration
Accessing the Web Conguration Utility
After completing the Camera InstallationWizard, you are ready to use your camera.The camera’s
built-in Web conguration utility is designed to allow you to easily access and congure your
DCS-2530L. At the end of the wizard, click GoTo Camera, or enter the IP address of your camera
into a web browser, such as Internet Explorer®. To log in, use the User name admin and the
password you created in the Installation Wizard. If you did not create a password, the default
password is blank. After entering your password, click OK.
Note: If you are directly connecting your PC to the camera, or if you are using the camera on
a closed network, the default IP is 192.168.0.20.
Please make sure that you have the latest version of Java application installed on your computer
to ensure proper operation when viewing the video in Java mode. The Java application can
be downloaded at no cost from Sun’s web site (http://www.java.com).
When you connect to the home page of your camera, you may be prompted to download
ActiveX. If you want to use ActiveX to view your video images instead of Java, then you must
download ActiveX.

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Live Video
The Live Video page lets you view the live video stream from your camera.
Please make sure that you have the latest version of Java installed on your computer to ensure proper operation when viewing the video in Java
mode. The Java application can be downloaded free from Sun’s web site (http://www.java.com).

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Icon Button Name Function
Event Trigger Indicator This indicator will change color when a trigger event occurs,
such as when motion or sound is detected.
Recording Indicator When a recording is in progress, this indicator will change
color.
Prole buttons Use these buttons to switch between video proles. Refer to
"Audio and Video" on page 32 for more information on
setting up proles.
Full Screen button Switches to a full screen view of the camera video.
Snapshot button Takes a snapshot of the image currently displayed on the
screen and saves it to the hard drive in the folder specied
using the Storage folder button.
Video recording button Triggers the camera’s recording function. This will record the
video displayed on the screen and saves it to the hard drive in
the folder specied using the Storage folder button.
Storage folder button Sets the storage folder for snapshots and video recordings.
Listen button Sends the audio received from the camera’s microphone
through to the PC’s speakers.

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Setup
Setup Wizard
You may choose to congure your camera's Internet connection by
using the Internet Connection Setup Wizard that includes step-by-step
instructions. Please refer to "Internet Connection Setup Wizard" on
page 21 for more details.
If you would rather manually set up the camera's Internet connection,
you can refer to "Network Setup" on page 25 which provides more
details on the information required.
You may choose to congure motion detection by using the Motion
Detection Setup Wizard that includes step-by-step instructions. Please
refer to "Motion Detection Setup Wizard" on page 23 for more
details.
If you would rather manually set up the camera’s motion detection
features, you can refer to "Motion Detection" on page 33 which
provides more details on the information required.
Internet
Connection Setup
Wizard:
Manual Internet
Connection Setup:
Motion Detection
Setup Wizard:
Manual Motion
Detection Setup:
This section allows you to begin setup wizards which will guide you through the process of getting your camera’s various functions congured. If
you comfortable with adjusting the settings manually, you may skip the wizards and adjust settings manually as needed.