D-Link DCS-1201 User manual

User Manual
Version 1.00 | 09/14/2015
DCS-1201
HD Covert Network Camera

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Preface

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Table of Contents
Product Overview........................................................ 4
Package Contents................................................................. 4
Introduction............................................................................ 5
System Requirements ......................................................... 5
Features.................................................................................... 6
Hardware Overview............................................................. 7
Back............................................................................................ 7
Front .......................................................................................... 8
Connecting the Camera ...................................................10
Conguring the Camera...................................................12
Mounting the Camera.......................................................15
Conguration ............................................................17
Using the Conguration Interface................................17
Live Video ..............................................................................19
Setup.......................................................................................21
Setup Wizard ....................................................................21
Network Setup.................................................................26
Dynamic DNS ...................................................................29
Image Setup .....................................................................30
Audio and Video..............................................................33
Preset...................................................................................35
Motion Detection ...........................................................37
Tamper Detection...........................................................38
Time and Date..................................................................39
Event Setup.......................................................................40
SD Card...............................................................................48
Advanced...............................................................................49
DI and DO ..........................................................................49
HTTPS..................................................................................50
Access List..........................................................................51
SNMP...................................................................................52
Maintenance.........................................................................54
Device Management .....................................................54
System ................................................................................55
Firmware Upgrade..........................................................56
Status ......................................................................................57
Device Info ........................................................................57
Logs .....................................................................................58
Help......................................................................................59
Technical Specications............................................60
Regulatory Information............................................64

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Section 1: Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Safety Notice: Installation and servicing should be done by certied technicians so as
to conform to all local codes and prevent voiding your warranty.
DCS-1201 HD Covert Network Camera (includes control box and camera)
Flat mounting bracket
Angled mounting bracket
CD-ROM with User Manual and software
Quick Installation Guide
Camera cover

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-1201 HD Covert Network Camera. The DCS-1201 is a professional surveillance
and security solution for small, medium, and large enterprises alike. It provides an excellent way to discreetly keep watch over
an area without sacricing quality or functionality.
The DCS-1201 is a complete system with a built-in CPU and incorporates a web server, allowing it to transmit excellent real-time
HD resolution video for security and outdoor surveillance. It incorporates Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing it to be easily
installed in a variety of locations without the need for supplemental power cabling. It also includes audio in and out jacks,
DI/DO connectors, and a microSD slot, making it an extremely versatile surveillance solution.
The DCS-1201 can be accessed remotely, controlled and congured from any PC/Notebook over your local network or through
the Internet via a web browser. The simple installation and intuitive web-based interface oer easy conguration across the
full range of its advanced feature set, including granular control over multiple video streams with dierent congurations and
multicast video streams which helps you manage your network load.
• Computer with Microsoft Windows® 8, 7, or Vista® (for CD-ROM Setup Wizard), Mac OS, or Linux
• Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 20, or Safari 6 or higher
• Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network with an available 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) port
System Requirements

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Installs Anywhere
This tiny camera can easily be placed in walls or ceilings, or in tight corners, and the 15 meter camera cable gives you a wealth of installation options.
High Quality Footage
The DCS-1201 camera may be small, but it delivers HD video at 720P, giving you a sharp image with the detail you need.
Simple to Maintain
The DCS-1201 is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software. The DCS-1201 can be viewed and managed
through most web browsers, including Internet Explorer®.
Supports a Variety of Platforms
With support for TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols, the DCS-1201 can also be integrated easily into other Internet/
Intranet applications because of its standards-based features. The DCS-1201 works with any 10/100 Ethernet network, making the DCS-1201 easy
to integrate into your existing network environment.
Advanced Event Management
The DCS-1201 can be set up to send e-mail notications with snapshots when an event occurs, such as when motion is detected. Events can be
triggered from several sources, such as motion detection and time based events.
PoE (Power over Ethernet) for Flexible Installation
The DCS-1201 can draw all the power it needs from a PoE switch or PoE injector for a simple and clutter-free installation.
Remote Monitoring Utility
The D-ViewCam application adds enhanced features and functionality for the Network Camera and allows administrators to congure and access
the Network Camera from a remote site via Intranet or Internet. Other features include image monitoring, recording images to a hard drive, viewing
up to 32 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots.
Features

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Hardware Overview
1 DC power connector Connects to an optional 12 V / 1.5 A power adapter (not included).
2 Power terminal Connects to a power source. (Pin +: 8-28 V DC input, Pin -: Ground)
3 LAN status LED Indicates connection to a wired network and trac status.
4 LAN (PoE) port RJ-45 connector for Ethernet which can also be used to power the camera using
Power over Ethernet (PoE).
5 microSD card slot Insert a microSD card for storing recorded images and video locally.
1 2 3 4 5
Back

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6 Audio in jack Connects to a microphone.
7 Audio out jack Connects to a speaker.
8 Status LED Indicates the camera's current status.
9 Camera port Connects to camera cable.
10 DI/DO connectors I/O connectors for external devices.
11 Reset button Press and hold for 10 seconds to reset camera back to the factory default settings.
6 7 8 9 10 11
Front

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15 16 17
12
13
14
12 Camera lens Fixed lens to record video of the surrounding area.
13 Mounting holes Used when mounting camera to a wall or the angled mounting bracket.
14 Camera cable Connects to control box.
15 Camera cover Snaps onto camera when mounted on a wall.
16 Flat mounting bracket Holds camera when doing a discreet wall installation.
17 Angled mounting bracket Allows camera to be mounted on a wall at an angle.

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Connecting the Camera
Connect the camera cable to the CAM port on the control box.
Powering the camera through PoE (Class 2):
Connect an Ethernet cable to the LAN(PoE) port on the control box. Connect the
other end of the cable to your PoE switch or PoE injector.
You can power the DCS-1201 three dierent ways: through PoE, through the
power terminal, or through a power adapter.

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Powering the camera through a power adapter (not included):
Connect a 12 V 1.5 A power adapter to the power connector of the control box.
Connect an Ethernet cable to the LAN(PoE) port on the control box. Connect the
other end of the cable to your network.
Powering the camera through the power terminal:
Connect your power source to the power terminal on the control box. The
specications for the power terminal are as shown below.
Pin + : 8-28 V DC input
Pin - : Ground
Connect an Ethernet cable to the LAN(PoE) port on the control box. Connect the
other end of the cable to your network.

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Step 1
Insert the DCS-1201 CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive. Click Setup Wizard
and follow the instructions to install the Setup Wizard.
If the Autorun function on your computer is disabled, or if the D-Link Launcher
fails to start automatically, click the Start button and type D:\autorun.exe (where
D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive) and press Enter.
Step 2
Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in your Windows
Start menu (Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE).
Conguring the Camera

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Step 4
Enter the Admin ID and password. When logging in for the rst time, the default
Admin ID is admin with the password left blank.
Click the checkboxes if you wish to change the admin ID and password for the
camera, and enter the new ID and password you wish to use.
Click Next to continue.
Step 3
The Setup Wizard will appear and display the MAC address and IP address of your
camera(s). If you have a DHCP server on your network, a valid IP Address will be
displayed. If your network does not use a DHCP server, the network camera's
default static IP 192.168.0.20 will be displayed.
Select your camera, then click the Wizard button to continue.

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Step 6
Take a moment to conrm your settings and click Restart.
Step 5
Select DHCP if your camera obtains an IP address automatically from a DHCP
server such as a router. Select Static IP if you want to manually enter the IP
settings for the camera.
Click Next to continue.

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Mounting the Camera
It is highly recommended that you congure and test your camera before mounting it.
Mounting directly on a wall/ceiling
Use the included screws to mount the camera in the desired location, then attach the camera cover.
Covert installation
Drill a hole 9 mm in diameter in the wall/ceiling, which should be no more than 5 mm thick. Peel o the adhesive backing on
the at mounting bracket and attach it to the inside of the wall/ceiling. Insert the camera, and use the screw and washer to
secure the camera in the mounting bracket as shown.

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Mounting using the angled mounting bracket
Attach the angled mounting bracket to the wall/ceiling using the included screw. Attach the camera to the angled mounting
bracket with the included screws as shown. You can adjust the pivot of the angled mounting bracket by using the included
hex wrench.
Mounting the control box
Use 4 screws to attach the mounting plates to the control box, then use 2 screws to mount the control box in the desired location.

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Conguration
Using the Conguration Interface
After completing the Camera Installation Wizard, 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-1201. At the end of the wizard, click Link, or enter the IP
address of your camera into a web browser, such as Firefox. To log in, use the User name admin and the password you created
in the InstallationWizard. If you did not create a password, the default password is blank. After entering your password, click OK.
Step 1
Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in yourWindows Start
menu (Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE).
Step 2
Select the camera and click Link to access the web conguration.
The Setup Wizard will automatically open your web browser to the IP address of
the camera.

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Step 3
Enter admin as the default username and leave the password blank. Click OK to
continue.
Step 4
This section displays your camera’s live video. You can select your video prole
and view or operate the camera.

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Live Video
This section shows your camera’s live video. You may select any of the available icons listed below to operate the camera. You may also select your
language using the drop-down menu on the left side of the screen.
You can zoom in and out on the live video image using your mouse. Right-click to zoom out or left-click to zoom in on the image.
Digital Input
Indicator
This indicator will change color when a digital input signal is
detected.
Motion Trigger
Indicator
This indicator will change color when a trigger event occurs.
Note: The video motion feature for your camera must be
enabled.
Recording
Indicator
When a recording is in progress, this indicator will change
color.
Control Pad
This control pad can be used to electronically pan, tilt, and
zoom (ePTZ) within the camera's predened view area, if one
has been dened.
Auto Pan Starts the automatic panning function. The ROI will pan from
back and forth within the FOV.
Stop Stops the camera ePTZ motion.
Preset Path Starts the camera's motion along the predened path.
You may select a value between 0 and 10. 0 is the slowest and 10 is the
fastest.
This window indicates the total eld of view (FOV) of the camera. The
red box indicates the visible region of interest (ROI).
You may select the interface language using this menu.
ePTZ Speed:
Global View:
Language:

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If any presets have been dened, you can select them here to move the
camera to the selected preset.
Go To:
(Preset List)
Video Prole 1
Video Prole 2
Full screen mode
Take a Snapshot
Record a Video Clip
Set a Storage Folder
Enable/Mute Audio In (from a microphone)
Enable/Mute Audio Out (to a speaker)
Start/Stop Digital Output