D-Link DCS-3411 User manual

2D-Link DCS-3411/3430 User Manual
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Overview ...................................................3
Package Contents..............................................................3
System Requirements .......................................................3
Introduction.......................................................................4
Features.............................................................................5
Hardware Overview ...........................................................6
Hardware Installation......................................................... 8
Software Installation........................................................10
Configuration ...................................................... 22
Setup Wizard Configuration.............................................22
Web-based Configuration Utility......................................25
Live Video........................................................................26
Camera......................................................................26
Setup...............................................................................27
Wizard.......................................................................27
Internet Connection Setup Wizard.............................27
Motion Detection Setup Wizard.................................31
Network Setup ..........................................................34
Wireless Setup..........................................................36
Dynamic DNS............................................................37
Image Setup..............................................................38
Audio and Video........................................................39
Motion Detection.......................................................41
Time and Date...........................................................42
Recording .................................................................43
How to save video to a shared folder? ......................44
Snapshot...................................................................46
SD Card.....................................................................47
Advanced ICR ........................................................... 48
RS-485......................................................................49
Digital Output............................................................50
Maintenance ....................................................................51
Device Admin............................................................51
System......................................................................52
Firmware Upgrade..................................................... 53
Status .............................................................................. 54
Device Info................................................................54
Logs..........................................................................55
Help.................................................................................56
Troubleshooting ................................................... 57
DI/DO ............................................................... 60
Networking Basics ................................................ 62
Check your IP address..................................................... 62
Statically Assign an IP address........................................ 63
Technical Specifications ......................................... 64

3D-Link DCS-3411/3430 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
• D-Link DCS-3411/3430 Day & Night Network Camera
• CAT5 Ethernet Cable
• Power Adapter
• Manual and Software on CD
• Quick Install Guide
• Camera Stand
• 2 Antennas (DCS-3430 only)
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included
with the package will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
System Requirements
• Windows®XP or Windows Vista®
• At least 256MB of memory (512MB recommended)
• An available Ethernet connection
• Wireless 802.11n network (for DCS-3430 only)
• Internet Explorer 6.x or higher Internet Web Browser
• VGA card resolution: 800x600 or above
• CPU: 1.7GHz or above processor (2.8GHz plus processor with 512MB memory and a 32MB video card is required for
multiple camera viewing and recording using the D-ViewCam software)
Product Overview
Package Contents

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Introduction
The D-Link DCS-3411/3430 Day & Night Network Camera is a powerful surveillance system that can connect to your network. The
DCS-3411/3430 differs from a conventional PC Camera because it is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU and Web server, providing
low-cost solution capable of solving demanding security and home/office monitoring needs. It is designed with an aluminum cast
for maximum heat dissipation and better protection. Snapshot enables you to save a snapshot image directly form a Web browser
to a local hard drive without installing any software. H.264 can reduce the size of video stream around 80% compared with the
Motion JPEG and as much as 50% when compared with MPEG4. Using less network bandwidth and storage space allows the DCS-
3411/3430 to be a very cost effective network camera. With 0.5 lux light sensitivity, the DCS-3411/3430 is capable of capturing video
in rooms with minimal lighting. With optional Day & Night Auto Iris lens, IR LED lens or night vision illuminator, you can customize
your surveillance application to enable low light or night vision video streaming. You can also zoom in using the DCS-3411/3430’s
16x digital zoom feature. The DCS-3411/3430 gives you the ability to monitor video and audio in you home/ofce using an Internet
browser anywhere in the world! Simple installation procedures, along with the built-in Web-based interface offers easy integration
to your network environments.
Note: Use of audio or video equipment for recording the image or voice of a person without their knowledge and consent is prohibited
in certain states or jurisdictions. Nothing herein represents a warranty or representation that the D-Link product provided herein is
suitable for the end-user’s intended use under the applicable laws of his or her state. D-Link disclaims any liability whatsoever for
any end-user use of the D-Link product, which fails to comply with applicable state, local, or federal laws.

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• Multiple Stream Types: Choose between H.264 / MPEG4 / MJPEG depending on the type of application the camera is being used for. When
using H.264 you can reduce the bandwidth and storage needs by up to 80% when compared to MJPEG or by up to 50% when compared
with MPEG4.
• Supports a Variety of Protocols: Supporting TCP/IP networking, SMTP e-mail, HTTP and other Internet related protocols, the DCS-
3411/3430 Network Camera can be integrated easily into other Internet/Intranet applications because of its standards-based features.
• Remote Snapshot Images: Using the Snapshot feature, you save snapshots 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.
• Low Light Recording and 16x Digital Zoom: The DCS-3411/3430’s 0.5 lux light sensitivity allows you to capture video in rooms with minimal
lighting, making it ideal for use at night time. The camera also features 16x digital zoom for closer viewing.
• Optional Day & Night Auto iris lens, IR LED Lens or night vision illuminator2, you can customize your surveillance application to enable low
light or night vision video streaming.
• Web Conguration: Using the Web browser, administrators can congure and manage the Network Camera directly using the web browser
via Intranet or Internet. Up to 10 accounts with different settings can be created and controlled by the administrator.
• Built-in BNC (Bayonet Neil-Concelman) connector is used for professional video connections. It benets users who integrate digital IP
camera into traditional system (CCTV) for both analog and digital video streaming purposes.
• Powerful Surveillance and Remote Monitoring Utility: An administrator is assigned with a pre-dened user ID and password, can modify
the Network Camera settings from a remote site via Intranet or Internet. Administrators are allowed to monitor the video image, record the
video image to a hard drive, and take snapshots.
• Broad Range of Applications: With today’s high-speed Internet, the Network Camera provides the ideal solution for remotely monitoring
live video images over the Intranet and Internet. The DCS-3411/3430 allows remote access using an Internet Explorer or web browser for
live image viewing with audio and allows the administrator to manage and control the Network Camera anywhere and anytime. Apply the
Network Camera to monitor various objects and places such as homes, offices, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, amusement parks and
other varieties of industrial and public monitoring. The Network Camera can also be used for intruder detection with its motion-detection
mode, capture still images and video images for archiving and many more applications.
Features

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Hardware Overview
Microphone Connector
The DCS-3411/3430 Day & Night Network
Camera has an internal microphone built-in.
However, you have the option of using an
external microphone by plugging it into the
microphone connector.
Audio Out Connector
The DCS-3411/3430 provides an Audio
Out connector to be used for 2-way audio.
Speakers (not included) may be connected
to the camera to provide audio for 2-way
communication.
BNC
The BNC connector is used for professional video
connections. It benefits users who integrate digital
IP camera into traditional system (CCTV) for both
analog and digital video streaming purposes.
Ethernet Cable Connector (PoE only with 3411)
The Network Camera’s back panel features an RJ-45 connector
for connections to 10Base-T Ethernet cabling or 100Base-TX Fast
Ethernet cabling. This network port supports the NWay protocol,
allowing the Network Camera to automatically detect or negotiate
the transmission speed of the network.
Reset Button
Reset will be initiated when the reset
button is pressed once and held until
the Power LED flashes through its
cycle twice.
Iris Level
Used only when the DC-Iris lens
is connected to the camera. When
adjusting the Iris level, you can
determine the brightness of the video
images.

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Hardware Overview
Link LED
Once a connection has been established via Ethernet
port, the LINK LED will turn solid green. If trafc is
passing to the camera the LINK LED will blink. If no
Ethernet connection is detected the LINK LED will not
light up.
I/O Connector
The DCS-3411/3430 provides a terminal block with three
pairs of connectors situated on the back panel. Two pairs
are for input and the other is for output. The I/O connectors
provide the physical interface to send and receive digital
signals to and from a variety of external devices.
Power LED
The power LED is on the back of the camera.
As soon as the power adapter is connected
to the camera, the LED will turn red. Once
a connection has been established via
Ethernet port, the LINK LED will turn solid
green. If traffic is passing to the camera
the LINK LED will blink. If no Ethernet
connection is detected the LINK LED will
not light up.
DC Power Connector
The DC power input connector is located
on the DCS-3411/3430 Network Camera’s
back panel and is labeled 12V DC with a
single socket to supply power to the Network
Camera.
Antenna Connectors (DCS-3430)
Connects to the wireless antennas.

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Hardware Installation
Connect the Ethernet Cable
Connect an Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the Network Camera’s back
panel and attach it to the network.
Attach the External Power Supply
Attach the external power supply to the DC power input connector located on the Network Camera’s
back panel (labeled DC 12V) and connect it to an AC power outlet.
Note: When you have a proper connection, the LED will turn red. The light may cycle on and off
and your computer may show an intermittent loss of connectivity, this is normal until you have
configured your Network Camera.
Connect Using Power-Over-Ethernet
Once you connect an Ethernet cable to your PoE switch or adapter, the Power LED on the DCS-3411/3430 will turn red to indicate a
proper connection.
Attach the Antennas (DCS-3430 only)
Locate the antennas included with your DCS-3430, and attach them to the antenna connectors
located on the back of the DCS-3430.

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The Network Camera comes with a camera stand with a swivel ball screw head that can be attached to the Network Camera bottom
socket cavity. Attach the camera stand to the Network Camera and station it for your application. There are holes located in the base
of the camera stand allowing the Network Camera to be mounted to the ceiling, or any wall securely.
Socket for camera stand

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Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DCS-3411/3430 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow
are shown in Windows®XP. The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows operating systems.
If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, click Windows Start > Run. In the Run command box type
“D:\DCS-3411_3430.exe”, where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM. If it does start, proceed to the next screen.
Software Installation
Click Setup Wizard

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Click Next to continue.
Click Yes to accept the License Agreement.
Click Next
Click Yes

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To start the installation click Next.
Note: The installation may take several minutes to complete.
Click Next

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Click Finish to complete the installation.
Click Finish

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Click ffdshow
Now, click on ffdshow from the autorun screen. This will install the proper codecs that will allow you to playback video taken by the
DCS-3411/3430.
Click I Agree

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Select Language, and then click OK.
Click OK
Click Next

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Click Next
Click Next

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Click Next
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Click Next
Click Next

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Click Next
Select the speaker from your PC, and then click Next.
Click Install

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Installing
Click Finish