D-Link DCS-4701E User manual

User Manual
Version 1.00 | 04/21/2015
DCS-4701E
Vigilance HD Outdoor PoE Mini Bullet Camera

2D-Link DCS-4701E User Manual
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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
Front and Back................................................................... 7
Sides ...................................................................................... 8
Mounting the Camera......................................................... 9
Waterproong Your Installation ................................11
Software Installation......................................................14
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
Video ...................................................................................32
Preset...................................................................................34
Motion Detection ...........................................................36
Time and Date..................................................................37
Event Setup.......................................................................38
Advanced...............................................................................45
ICR and IR...........................................................................45
HTTPS..................................................................................46
Access List..........................................................................47
SNMP...................................................................................48
Maintenance.........................................................................50
Device Management .....................................................50
System ................................................................................51
Firmware Upgrade..........................................................52
Status ......................................................................................53
Device Info ........................................................................53
Logs .....................................................................................54
Help......................................................................................55
Technical Specications...........................................................56

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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-4701E Vigilance HD Outdoor PoE Mini Bullet Camera
Rubber Power Connector Plug
Mounting Kit
CD-ROM with User Manual and software
Quick Installation Guide
Cable Waterproong Connector

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Section 1: Product Overview
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-4701E Vigilance HD Outdoor PoE Mini Bullet Camera. The DCS-4701E is a
professional surveillance and security solution for small, medium, and large enterprises alike. The DCS-4701E uses an HD
progressive scan CMOS sensor; the professional sensor results in low noise and high sensitivity capabilities ideal for surveillance
applications.
The DCS-4701E is a complete system with a built-in CPU and incorporates a web server, allowing it to transmit excellent real-
time Full HD resolution video for security and outdoor surveillance.
The DCS-4701E 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.
The DCS-4701E has an IP66 certied weatherproof housing designed for both indoor and outdoor applications. The built-in
removable IR-cut lter and IR LEDs give the DCS-4701E the capability to view up to 30M at night.The DCS-4701E also incorporates
Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing it to be easily installed in a variety of locations without the need for supplemental power
cabling. The combination of IP66 weatherproof housing, IR-Cut Filter, IR LEDs, and PoE make the DCS-4701E an ideal solution
for a dependable and cost-eective 24 hour surveillance solution with easy clutter-free installation.
• Computer with Microsoft Windows® 8, 7, or Vista® (for CD-ROM Setup Wizard), Mac OS or Linux
• Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 20, Chrome 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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Simple to Maintain
The DCS-4701E is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software.The DCS-4701E can be viewed and managed
through most web browsers, including Internet Explorer®, Chrome®, Firefox®, and Safari®.
Supports a Variety of Platforms
With support for TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols, the DCS-4701E can also be integrated easily into other Internet/
Intranet applications because of its standards-based features. The DCS-4701E works with any 10/100 Ethernet network, making the DCS-4701E
easy to integrate into your existing network environment.
Advanced Event Management
The DCS-4701E 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.
IR LEDs for Day and Night Functionality
The built-in infrared LEDs enable night time viewing of up to 30 meters.
IP66 Weatherproof Housing
The DCS-4701E uses an IP66 weatherproof housing, allowing you to rest assured that in the toughest of conditions, it will continue to provide
round-the-clock surveillance.
PoE (Power over Ethernet) for Flexible Installation
The DCS-4701E 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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Front and Back
Hardware Overview
1 Camera Lens Fixed lens to record video of the surrounding area
2 IR LEDs Infrared LEDs illuminate the camera's eld of view at night
3 Grounding Screw Can be attached to a grounding wire if desired
4 Reset Button Press and hold for 10 seconds to reset camera back to the factory default settings
5 Adjustment Ring Loosen to adjust camera angle and tighten to lock camera angle
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Sides
1 Ethernet Jack RJ-45 connector for Ethernet, can also be used to power the camera using
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
2 Power Connector Connects to an optional 12 V / 1.5 A power adapter (not included)
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Mounting the Camera
It is highly recommended that you congure and test your camera before mounting it.
Step 1
Place the mounting sticker where you want to position the camera. Make sure
the camera base will be positioned so that the cable channel is on the bottom.
Use a 6 mm drill bit to make the required holes approximately
25 mm deep, then insert the wall anchors into the holes.
If you are running the camera cables through the wall, drill
a hole in the center and pull the cables through the hole.
Step 2
Use the screws provided to mount the camera to the wall.
If you are running the camera cables out the side of the camera, guide the camera
cables through the cable channel on the base.

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Step 3
Connect the power and Ethernet cables, or just the Ethernet cable if you are using
a PoE connection.
Step 4
To adjust the camera's angle, turn the adjustment ring counterclockwise to loosen
it, then move the camera to the desired position and angle. When you are nished,
turn the adjustment ring clockwise to tighten it.
If you need to waterproof your installation, please continue to the next page.

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Waterproong Your Installation
Step 1
Place the washer around the base of the Ethernet connector as shown.
To waterproof your camera installation, follow the instructions below. Round Ethernet cable, a crimping tool, and RJ-45 plugs
are required for this procedure.
Step 2
Thread bare Ethernet cable through the waterproof connector as shown, then
crimp an RJ-45 plug onto the cable.

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Step 4
Screw the back part of the waterproof connector clockwise until there is a tight
seal around the Ethernet cable.
Step 3
Connect the RJ-45 plug into the Ethernet connector, then screw the waterproof
connector to the Ethernet connector by turning it about a half-turn clockwise.
If you are using PoE to power your camera, use the included rubber power
connector plug to the power connector.

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If you are using a power adapter(not included) to power your camera, wind
waterproof tape around the connection in an overlapping manner to cover it.

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Step 1
Insert the DCS-4701E CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive to begin the
installation.
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).
Software Installation

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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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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-4701E. At the end of the wizard, click Link, or enter the
IP address of your camera into a web browser, such as Mozilla Firefox. To log in, use the User name admin and the password
you created in the Installation Wizard. 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.
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.

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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
Video Prole 3
Full screen mode
Take a Snapshot
Record a Video Clip
Set a Storage Folder
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: