D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-900 User manual

DCS-900
Internet Camera
Building Networks for People
(10/04/04)
Manual
Version 1.50

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Contents
Package Contents ...............................................................3
Introduction ..........................................................................4
Hardware Installation............................................................9
Security ..............................................................................10
Using the Setup Wizard .....................................................11
DCS-900 Configuration .....................................................16
Installing the DCS-900 Behind a Router............................23
IPView Lite Application Installation ....................................37
IPView Lite.........................................................................42
Uninstall IPView Lite Application........................................72
Appendix (FAQ, Troubleshooting, How to Ping your IP
Address, Time Zone Table, Active X Installation). ........74
Technical Specifications ....................................................87
Contacting Technical Support............................................89
Warranty ...................................... .................................... ...90
Registration........................................................................93

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Package Contents
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
•OneDCS-900Internet Camera
•OneInstallationCD-ROM
•OneAC power adapter
•One Camera Stand
•One Category 5 Ethernet Cable
Local Area Network: 10Base-T Ethernet or 100BaseTX Fast Ethernet
Recommended: PC, Mac or Notebook to access the Internet Camera
Web Configuration
• JavaEnabledand Compliant Web Browser(recommended)
•CPU: Pentium III, 450MHz or above
•Memory Size: 128MB recommended
• VGAcard resolution: 800x600or above
IPView Lite Configuration
• Windows XP, Me, 2000, 98SE
•CPU: Pentium III, 850MHz or above
•Memory Size: 128MB (256MB recommended)
•VGA card resolution: 800 x 600 or above
System Requirements:

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Introduction
Congratulationson your purchase ofthe DCS-900 InternetCamera! The DCS-900 is a
versatile and unique solution for your small office or home. Unlike a PC Camera, the
DCS-900 is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU and Web server that transmits
highquality videoimages for monitoring.The DCS-900 can be accessed remotely, and
controlled from any PC/Notebook over the Intranet or Internet via a web browser. The
simple installation procedure and intuitive web-based interface offer easy integration
with your Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. The DCS-900 also comes with remote
monitoringcapability for a complete andcost-effective solution.
Features & Benefits
Simple to Use
TheDCS-900isastand-alonesystemwithabuilt-in CPU, requiring no special hardware
orsoftwaresuchasPC frame grabber cards.TheDCS-900supportsbothActiveX mode
forInternet ExplorerandJavamodefor InternetExplorerandNetscapeNavigator.Allthat
is required is a computer with current Web browser software.
Supports a Variety of Platforms
SupportingTCP/IPnetworking,HTTP,andotherInternet related protocols, the DCS-900
can be utilized in a mixed operating system environment such as Windows, Unix, and
Macintosh.ItcanalsobeintegratedeasilyintootherInternet/Intranetapplicationsbecause
ofits standards-based features.
Ethernet or Fast Ethernet Support
The DCS-900 supports traditional wired transmission, making the DCS-900 easy to
integrate into your existing network environment. The DCS-900 works with a 10Mbps
Ethernetbased networkor 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network.

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Features & Benefits (continued)
Web Configuration
Using a standard Web browser,Administrators can configure and manage the Internet
Cameradirectly from itsown Web pagevia the Intranetor Internet. Thismeansyou can
accessyour DCS-900 at anytime from anywhere in the world!
Remote Monitoring Utility
The IPView Lite application adds enhanced features and functionality for the Internet
Cameraand allowsadministrators toconfigure andaccess theInternet Camera from a
remotesite via Intranet or Internet. Other features include image monitoring, recording
images to a hard drive, viewing up to 4 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots.
Broad Range of Applications
With today’s high-speed Internet services, the Internet Camera can provide the ideal
solution for live video images over the Intranet and Internet for remote monitoring. The
Internet Camera allows remote access from a Web browser for live image viewing and
allows the administrator to manage and control the Internet Camera at anytime, from
anywherein the world. Many applications exist, includingindustrialandpublicmonitoring
of homes, offices, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks.

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Network Cable Connector
TheDCS-900 featuresanRJ-45connectorforconnections to 10Base-TEthernetcabling
or100Base-TXFastEthernetcabling (which should be Category5UTPcable).The port
supportsthe NWay protocol,allowing theDCS-900 to automaticallydetect or negotiate
the transmission speed of the network.
DC Power Connector
The DC power input connector is labeled DC 5V with a single jack socket to supply
powertothe DCS-900.
Reset Button
Reset will be initiated when the reset button is pressed once and Power LED begins to
flash.
Factory Reset will be initiated when the reset button is pressed continuously for three
seconds or when the Power LED begins to light up. Release the reset button and the
Power LED will begin to flash indicating that the DCS-900’s settings are reverting back
tothefactorysettings.TheIPaddresswillalsoreturntothedefaultsettingof192.168.0.20.
Connections
Rear Panel view
Ethernet Cable
Connector
ResetButton
DCPowerConnector

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Connections (continued)
Bottom Panel view
Stand Connector

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LEDS
LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode.
Power LED
ThePowerLEDispositionedontherightsideoftheDCS-900lens.Steadygreenconfirms
thatthe DCS-900is poweredON.
Note:
There are three settings for the Power LED for monitoring purposes: Normal / Off /
Dummy. Please refer to the DCS-900 Camera Configuration section for detailed
informationandusage.
LAN LED
The LAN LED is positioned on the right side of the DCS-900’s lens. It is located below
thePower LED.
Steady orange confirms a good connection to the LAN.
Dependingonthe data traffic,the LED will beginto flash to indicatethat the DCS-900 is
receiving/transceivingfrom/totheLAN network.
Front view
Power LED
LANLED

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Hardware Installation
Connect the Ethernet Cable
Connectthe includedEthernet cable to the network
cable connector located on the back panel of the
DCS-900 and attach it to the network. Network
Connectivityisconfirmedwhentheorange LED
Indicatoronthe DCS-900 located belowthePowerLED
is illuminated.
Attach the External Power Supply
Attach the external power supply to the DC power input
connectorlocated on therear panel ofthe
DCS-900 and connect it to your local power supply.
Note:Power source is confirmedwhen the green LED
Power Indicator located to the right of the lens on the
DCS-900isilluminated.
Attach the Swivel Stand
Locate the stand connector on the bottom panel of the
DCS-900and screw on the swivel stand to the base of
theDCS-900.

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Security
To ensure the highest security and prevent unauthorized usage of the DCS-900, the
Administrator has the exclusive privilege to authorize all users. The DCS-900 supports
multi-level password protection/access that can be restricted by the Administrator for
defined userswho have a User Name and User Password.
TheAdministrator can release apublicUser Name and Password so thatwhen remote
users access the DCS-900 they will be allowed to view the images transmitted by the
DCS-900.
Note:
WhentheDCS-900 isusedforthefirsttime,itishighlyrecommendedthattheAdministrator
settheAdmin ID and Admin Password to constrainuser access tothe DCS-900since
theDefault settingsareNullString(no password).Once the IDandPasswordaredefined,
onlytheAdministrator has access to the management of the DCS-900.This procedure
should be done as soon as possible since the security features of the DCS-900 will not
be enabled until the Admin ID and Admin Password are defined.