D-Link DCS-2136L User manual

User Manual
Wireless AC Day/Night Camera with Color Night Vision
Version 1.0 | 2013/08/15
DCS-2136L

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Manual Revisions
Revision Date Description
1.0 August 15, 2013 DCS-2136L Revision A1 with rmware version 1.00
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Manual Overview

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Table of Contents
Product Overview ...................................................................... 5
Package Contents ................................................................. 5
Introduction ............................................................................ 7
Features .................................................................................... 8
Hardware Overview ............................................................. 9
Front ...................................................................................... 9
Rear ......................................................................................10
Sides ....................................................................................11
Zero Conguration Setup ................................................13
Camera Setup Wizard ........................................................17
Windows Users ................................................................17
Mac Users ...........................................................................18
Manual Hardware Installation ........................................19
Installation ..................................................................................20
Wireless Installation Considerations ............................20
WPS - Push Button Setup .................................................21
mydlink .........................................................................................22
Conguration .............................................................................23
Conguration Utility ..........................................................23
Live Video ..............................................................................24
Setup .......................................................................................26
Setup Wizard ....................................................................26
Network Setup .................................................................32
Wireless Setup ..................................................................35
Dynamic DNS ...................................................................36
Image Setup .....................................................................37
Audio and Video ..............................................................39
Preset ...................................................................................41
Motion Detection ...........................................................43
Time and Date ..................................................................44
Event Setup .......................................................................45
SD Card ...............................................................................53
Advanced ...............................................................................54
Digital Input/Output ......................................................54
ICR and White LED Light ...............................................55
HTTPS ..................................................................................56
Access List ..........................................................................57
Maintenance .........................................................................58
Device Management .....................................................58
System ................................................................................59
Firmware Upgrade ..........................................................60
Status ......................................................................................61
Device Info ........................................................................61
Logs .....................................................................................62
Help......................................................................................63
DI/DO Specications ...............................................................64
Technical Specications ........................................................65
Safety Statements....................................................................68

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Product Overview
Package Contents
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
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.
DCS-2136L Wireless AC Day/Night Camera with Color Night Vision
CAT5 Ethernet cable
Power adapter
CD-ROM with User Manual and software
Quick Installation Guide

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System Requirements
Network Requirements • 10/100 Ethernet network or an 802.11ac/n/g/b wireless network
CD Setup Wizard Requirements
Computer with the following:
• A PC with a wired connection to your router
• Windows® 8 (32/64bit), Windows® 7 (32/64bit), XP (32/64bit),Vista® (32/64bit), Mac
OS®X 10.5 or above
• An Internet connection
• A router connected to your broadband modem
Web-based Conguration Utility
Requirements
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher
• Firefox 12 or higher
• Safari 4 or higher
• Chrome 20 or higher
Note: Make sure you have the latest version of Java installed.
Visit www.java.com to download the latest version.
mydlink Website Requirements
• Broadband Internet connection
• Computer with:
• Internet Explorer 7 or higher (ActiveX)
• Firefox 12 or higher
• Safari 4 or higher
• Chrome 20 or higher

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-2136L Wireless AC Day/Night Camera with Color Night Vision. The DCS-2136L is
a versatile and unique solution for your small oce or home. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-2136L is a complete system
with a built-in CPU and web server that transmits high quality video images for security and surveillance. The DCS-2136L
can be accessed remotely, and controlled 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 integration with your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet
or 802.11ac/n/g wireless network. The DCS-2136L also comes with remote monitoring and motion detection features for a
complete and cost-eective home security solution.

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Simple to Use
The DCS-2136L is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software. The DCS-2136L supports both ActiveX mode
for Internet Explorer and Java mode for other browsers such as Chrome®, Firefox®, and Safari®.
Supports a Variety of Platforms
Supports TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols. The DCS-2136L can also be integrated easily into other Internet/Intranet
applications because of its standards-based features.
Web Conguration
Using a standard Web browser, administrators can congure and manage the DCS-2136L directly from its own Web page via Intranet or Internet.
This means you can access your DCS-2136L anytime, anywhere in the world.
All-Day Surveillance with low light color image capability
A built-in white light LED lets you monitor an area 24 hours a day with full color images, even in areas with low light or complete darkness. Combined
with the passive IR sensor which can be used to trigger the white light LED, the DCS-2136L is a versatile surveillance and security monitoring device.
Broad Range of Applications
With today’s high-speed Internet services, the DCS-2136L can provide the ideal solution for delivering live video images over the Intranet and
Internet for remote monitoring. The DCS-2136L allows remote access using a Web browser for live image viewing, and allows the administrator to
manage and control the DCS-2136L anytime, anywhere in the world. Many applications exist, including industrial and public monitoring of homes,
oces, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks.
802.11ac Wireless or Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Support
The DCS-2136L oers wireless 802.11ac and Ethernet/Fast Ethernet connectivity, making the DCS-2136L easy to integrate into your existing network
environment. The DCS-2136L works with 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet based networks for traditional wired environments, and works with 802.11ac
routers or access points for added exibility. The Site Survey feature also allows you to view and connect to any available wireless networks.
Remote Monitoring Utility
The D-ViewCam application adds enhanced features and functionality for the DCS-2136L and allows administrators to congure and access the
DCS-2136L 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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Front
Hardware Overview
1 Power/Link LED Indicates the camera's current status
2 WPS Status LED Indicates the WPS connection status of the camera
3 White Light LED Used to illuminate the camera's eld of view at night
4 PIR Sensor Passive Infrared sensor for motion detection
5 Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area
6 Microphone Records audio from the surrounding area
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Rear
1 Ethernet Port RJ45 connector for Ethernet
2 Speaker Audio output
3 WPS Button Press this button, then press the WPS button for 5 seconds on your router to set up
a wireless connection automatically
4 Reset Button Press and hold this button for 10 seconds to reset the camera
5 Power Connector Connects to the included DC 5 V power adapter
6 DI/DO Connector I/O connectors for external devices
7 Adjustment Ring Tighten or loosen the adjustment ring to adjust the camera's position
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Sides
1 Micro SD Card Slot Insert a MicroSD card for Local storage for storing recorded image and video
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There are three ways to set up your camera:
Zero Conguration Setup: If you have a mydlink-enabled router, this is the easiest way to set up your camera.
Refer to page 12.
Camera Setup Wizard: If you do not have a mydlink-enabled router, use the Camera Installation Wizard to guide
you through setup and initial conguration of your camera. Refer to page 16.
Manual Hardware Installation: This section shows you how to manually set up your camera, though in order to
use the mydlink features of your camera, you will still need to run the Camera Installation Wizard. Refer to page 18.
Software Installation

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Zero Conguration Setup
If you have a D-Link Cloud Router, you can take advantage of Zero Conguration. Zero Conguration automatically congures
your camera's settings for you, and adds it 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 Conguration will automatically congure your
DCS-2136L and automatically add the camera to your mydlink account. You can now remotely access your camera from the
mydlink.com website to manage and monitor your DCS-2136L.
Connect the Ethernet Cable
If using an Ethernet connection: Connect the included Ethernet cable to the
Ethernet port located on the back of the DCS-2136L and connect it to your router.
Attach the External Power Supply
Attach the external power supply to the DC Power receptor located on the rear
panel of the DCS-2136L and connect it to your wall outlet or power strip.

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To create a WPS connection:
Step 1
Press and hold the WPS button for approximately 5-6 seconds. The
blue WPS status LED above the button will blink.
Step 2
Within 60 seconds press the WPS button on your router. On some
routers, you may need to log in to the web interface and click on
an on-screen button to activate the WPS feature. If you are not sure
where the WPS button is on your router, please refer to your router’s
User Manual.
The DCS-2136L will automatically create a wireless connection to
your router. While connecting, the status LED will ash. When the
connection process is complete, the status LED will turn solid.
Note: If your router does not support WPS, you can still use the wired
connection method on the previous page. After Zero Conguration
setup is complete, your router's wireless settings will be automatically
transferred to the camera.
Optional: WPS Wireless Connection
Alternatively, if your router supports WPS, you can use the WPS
button on the camera to easily create a secure wireless connection
to your network.
WPS Button

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A summary and confirmation notification will appear with the
automatically congured details. Make a note of the details and click
OK to add the camera to your account.
Check Your mydlink Account
From any computer, open a web browser, go to http://www.mydlink.
com and log into your account. Once mydlink detects your camera,
a New Device Found! notice will appear in the bottom-left corner.
Click on the device name to continue.

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Zero Conguration is now complete and your camera has been
added to your mydlink account. You can now view your camera on
the mydlink Live View tab.
If you wish to connect your camera to your router wirelessly, you
can simply disconnect the Ethernet cable and move the camera
to its intended location; your router's wireless settings have been
automatically transferred to the camera, and no further conguration
is required.
Your camera is now set up, and you can skip to "mydlink" on page
21 to learn more about the mydlink features of this camera, or to
"Conguration" on page 22 for advanced conguration of your camera.

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Camera Setup Wizard
Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive to start the autorun program. If the autorun
program does not open, go to My Computer, browse to your CD drive, and double-click on the autorun.exe le.
Once the wizard has started simply click Set up your Cloud Camera to go through the Setup Wizard, which will
guide you step-by-step through the installation process from connecting your hardware to conguring your
camera and registering it with your mydlink account.
If you do not have a mydlink-enabled Cloud Router, you can use the Camera Setup Wizard to guide you through the process
of adding your camera to the mydlink service.
Windows Users

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Mac Users
Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive. On the desktop, open your
CD drive and double-click on the SetupWizard le.
After about 20-30 seconds, the Setup Wizard will open, which will guide you step-by-step through the installation process
from connecting your hardware to conguring your camera and registering it with your mydlink account.

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Connect the Ethernet Cable
Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on
the panel at the rear of the DCS-2136L and attach it to the network.
Attach the External Power Supply
Attach the external power supply to the DC Power receptor located on the rear
panel of the DCS-2136L and connect it to your wall outlet or power strip.
Manual Hardware Installation
If you wish to set up your camera without using the Camera Setup Wizard, please follow these steps.
Note: In order to use the mydlink features of this product, you will need to go through the Camera Setup Wizard.

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This D-Link device can connect to your wireless network 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 DCS-2136L) - 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 2.4GHz cordless phones or other radio frequency sources (such as microwave ovens), your wireless connection may degrade
dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz 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.
Installation
Wireless Installation Considerations

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To create a WPS connection:
Step 1
Press and hold the WPS button for approximately 5-6 seconds. The
blue WPS status LED above the button will blink.
Step 2
Within 60 seconds press the WPS button on your router. On some
routers, you may need to log in to the web interface and click on
an on-screen button to activate the WPS feature. If you are not sure
where the WPS button is on your router, please refer to your router’s
User Manual.
The DCS-2136L will automatically create a wireless connection to
your router. While connecting, the status LED will ash. When the
connection process is complete, the status LED will turn solid.
WPS - Push Button Setup
If your router supports WPS, you can use the WPS button on the camera to easily create a secure wireless connection to your
network.
WPS Button