D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-950 User manual

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Table of Contents
Table Of Contents
Package Contents ............................................................................... 5
Minimum System Requirements .............................................................. 5
Introduction ...................................................................................... 6
Features and Benefits .......................................................................... 7
Hardware Overview ............................................................................. 8
Connections .........................................................................................................8
LEDs .....................................................................................................................9
Hardware Installation .......................................................................... 10
Security .......................................................................................... 12
Using the Setup Wizard ....................................................................... 13
Using the Configuration Menu ................................................................ 23
Home Screen ......................................................................................................23
Configuration .....................................................................................................26
Advanced ......................................................................................................27
Video .......................................................................................................27
Default Level ......................................................................................27
Custom Level .....................................................................................27
User ........................................................................................................29
LAN .........................................................................................................30
PPPoE .....................................................................................................31
DDNS ......................................................................................................32
Tools .............................................................................................................33
Admin ......................................................................................................33
System ....................................................................................................34
Default .....................................................................................................35
Firmware .................................................................................................36
Recording ................................................................................................37
Trigger .....................................................................................................38
Motion Detection .....................................................................................39
Port .........................................................................................................40
Status ...........................................................................................................41
Device Info ..............................................................................................41
Help ..............................................................................................................42
Installing the DCS-950 Behind a Router .................................................... 43
Single Camera Installation ..................................................................................43
Multiple Camera Installation ...............................................................................43

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1) Identify Your Camera on the Network ......................................................44
2) Assign a Local IP Address for Your Camera ............................................44
Assigning and Opening the HTTP Port on the DCS-950 .....................................45
3) Open the HTTP Port ................................................................................45
Router Setup and Installation .............................................................................46
Assigning and Opening Virtual Server Ports ......................................................47
4) Open Virtual Server Ports To Enable Remote Image Viewing ...................47
Viewing Your Camera .........................................................................................48
IPView Lite Application Installation ......................................................... 49
IPView Lite ...................................................................................... 54
How to Change the Password ............................................................................54
How to Add a Camera .........................................................................................55
How to Delete a Camera .....................................................................................57
How to Change the IP Address ...........................................................................58
How to Format the Camera View ........................................................................59
How to Rotate the Video View ............................................................................60
How to take a Snap-Shot with the Camera .........................................................61
How to Start Recording ......................................................................................61
How to Stop Recording .....................................................................................61
Camera Property Settings ..................................................................................62
General .........................................................................................................62
Recording .....................................................................................................63
Manual Recording ...................................................................................63
Scheduled Recording ..............................................................................64
Motion Trigger Recording .......................................................................65
Menu Bar ............................................................................................................66
File ................................................................................................................66
View ..............................................................................................................67
Columns ..................................................................................................67
List View .................................................................................................68
Camera .........................................................................................................69
Enable Function .......................................................................................69
Tools .............................................................................................................69
Account ...................................................................................................70
System Configuration ..............................................................................70
About ............................................................................................................71
IPView Lite Icon Description ..............................................................................72
Context Sensitive Menu ......................................................................................73
Uninstall IPView Application ................................................................ 74

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Frequently Asked Questions .................................................................. 76
Internet Camera Features ...................................................................................76
Internet Camera Installation ...............................................................................78
How to Ping Your IP Address .............................................................................80
Time Zone Table ................................................................................ 82
Adjusting the Camera Focus .................................................................. 84
Technical Specifications ...................................................................... 85
Contacting Technical Support ................................................................ 87
Warranty ......................................................................................... 88
Registration .................................................................................... 92

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Package Contents
Package Contents
 D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-950
Internet Camera
 Cat5 Ethernet Cable
 Power Adapter (5.0V, 2.5A)
 Camera Stand with Mounting Bracket and Screws
 CD-ROM with Software and Manual
 Quick Installation Guide
Note: Using a power supply with a different 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.
Minimum System Requirements
 Local Area Network: 10Base-T Ethernet or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
 Recommended: PC or Notebook to access the Internet Camera
 CPU: PentiumIII, 800MHz or above (Pentium 4 2GHz processor with 512MB
memory and a 32Mb video card is required for multiple camera viewing and
recording in IPView Lite)
 VGA Card Resolution: 800x600or above

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Introduction
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-950 Internet Camera! The DCS-950 is
a versatile and unique solution for your small office or home. Unlike a PC Camera, the
DCS-950 is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU and Web server that transmits
high quality video images for monitoring. The DCS-950 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-950 also comes with remote
monitoring capability for a complete and cost-effective solution.

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Features and Benefits
Features and Benefits
 Simple to Use: The DCS-950 is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU,
requiring no special hardware or software such as PC frame grabber cards. The
DCS-950 supports ActiveX mode for Internet Explorer. All that is required is a
computer with Internet Explorer 6.0 or above.
 Supports a Variety of Platforms: Supporting TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other
Internet related protocols. It can also be integrated easily into other Internet/
Intranet applications because of its standards-based features.
 Remote Snapshot Images and Recording: Using the Snapshot and recording
features, you can save snapshots and record video and audio directly from the
Web browser to a local hard drive without installing any software, making it
convenient to instantly capture any moment from a remote location.
 Record Directly to a NAS: The DCS-950 allows you to record directly to a local
network area storage device without the use of a dedicated PC for storing
recorded video.
 Low Light Recording: The DCS-950’s 0.5 lux light sensitivity allows you to capture
video in rooms with minimal lighting, making it ideal for use at night time.
 Ethernet or Fast Ethernet Support: The DCS-950 supports traditional wired
transmission, making the DCS-950 easy to integrate into your existing network
environment. The DCS-950 works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or
100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network.
 Web Configuration: Using a standard Web browser, Administrators can configure
and manage the Internet Camera directly from its own Web page via the Intranet
or Internet. This means you can access your DCS-950 at anytime from anywhere
in the world!
 Remote Monitoring Utility: The IPView Lite application adds enhanced features
and functionality for the Internet Camera and allows administrators to configure
and access the Internet Camera from a remote site 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 anywhere in the
world. Many applications exist, including industrial and public monitoring of
homes, offices, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks.

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Hardware Overview
Hardware Overview
Connections
Ethernet Cable Connector
The DCS-950 features an RJ-45
connector for connections to 10Base-
T Ethernet cabling or 100Base-TX
Fast Ethernet cabling (which should
be Category 5 UTP cable). The port
supports the NWay protocol, allowing
the DCS-950 to automatically detect
or negotiate the transmission speed
of the network. The port also supports
MDI/X, which allows the use of
either straight through or cross-over
cables.
DC Power Connector
The DC power input connector is labeled
DC 5V with a single jack socket to supply
power to the DCS-950.
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 ten seconds. Release the reset
button and the Power LED will begin
to flash indicating that the DCS-950’s
settings are reverting back to the factory
settings. The IP address will also return
to the default setting of 192.168.0.20.

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LEDs
Power LED
The Power LED is positioned on the
right side of the DCS-950 lens. Steady
orange confirms that the DCS-950 is
powered ON.
Link LED
The Link LED is positioned on the right side of
the DCS-950’s lens. It is located below the Power
LED. Steady green confirms a good connection to
the LAN. Depending on the data traffic, the LED
will begin to flash to indicate that the DCS-950 is
receiving/transceiving from/to the LAN network.

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Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation
Connect the Ethernet Cable
Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the
back panel of the DCS-950 and attach it to the network. Network Connectivity is
confirmed when the green LED Indicator on the DCS-950 located below the Power
LED is illuminated.
Attach the External Power Supply
Attach the external power supply to the DC power input connector located on the rear
panel of the DCS-950 and connect it to your local power supply. Note: Power source
is confirmed when the orange LED Power Indicator located to the right of the lens on
the DCS-950 is illuminated.

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Attach the Mounting Bracket
If you would like to mount the camera on a wall, locate the necessary screws and
continue with securing the bracket to the wall. To attach the mounting bracket to the
Camera, simply attach the Camera’s base to the bracket (see illustration below).

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Security
Security
To ensure the highest security and prevent unauthorized usage of the DCS-950, the
Administrator has the exclusive privilege to authorize all users. The DCS-950 supports
multi-level password protection/access that can be restricted by the Administrator for
defined users who have a User Name and User Password.
The Administrator can release a public User Name and Password so that when remote
users access the DCS-950 they will be allowed to view the images transmitted by the
DCS-950.
Note: When the DCS-950 is used for the first time, it is highly recommended that the
Administrator set the Admin ID and Admin Password to constrain user access to the
DCS-950 since the Default settings for the Admin ID and Admin Password are both
“admin.” Once the ID and Password are defined, only the Administrator has access to the
management of the DCS-950. This procedure should be done as soon as possible.

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Using the Setup Wizard
Using the Setup Wizard
Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through
the installation process.
Insert the D-Link DCS-950 CD into your CD-ROM drive. Click Install Software.
Click Installation Wizard.

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Using the Setup Wizard
Click Next.
Click Yes.

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Using the Setup Wizard
Click Next.
Click Finish.

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Using the Setup Wizard
Select a language and click OK.
Click Next.

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Using the Setup Wizard
Click I Agree.
Click Next.

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Using the Setup Wizard
Click Install.
Click Next.

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Using the Setup Wizard
Click Finish.
To run the Setup Wizard, click on Start->Programs->DCS-950 Series Setup Wizard.
Your camera’s default IP Address will be displayed on the screen. Click Wizard to
begin.

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Using the Setup Wizard
By default, the Admin ID and Password are “admin” (lower case). Enter this in both
fields. To change the Admin Password, select the Change box and enter a New
Password. Click Next.
The IP Address, Subnet Mask of your camera, Gateway, and DNS addresses must
correspond with your network settings for you to access the camera. If you are unsure
of what these settings should be, please check with your network administrator. Click
Next.