D-Link DCS-5030L User manual

User Manual
HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Day/Night Camera
DCS-5030L
Version 1.00 | June 22, 2016

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Manual Overview

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Overview.............................................................. 4
Package Contents......................................................................... 4
System Requirements................................................................. 5
Introduction ................................................................................... 6
Features............................................................................................ 7
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 8
Front View................................................................................ 8
Rear View ................................................................................. 9
Installation .......................................................................10
Mobile App Setup ......................................................................11
Zero Conguration Setup........................................................12
Wireless Installation Considerations....................................13
Mounting the Camera...............................................................14
mydlink...........................................................................................16
Conguration...................................................................17
Using the Web Conguration Interface..............................17
Live Video ......................................................................................18
Setup...............................................................................................20
Internet Connection Setup Wizard...............................21
Network Setup.....................................................................23
Wireless Setup......................................................................25
Dynamic DNS (DDNS) .......................................................26
Image Setup .........................................................................27
Video .......................................................................................28
Audio.......................................................................................29
Motion Detection ...............................................................30
Sound Detection.................................................................31
Mail ..........................................................................................32
FTP............................................................................................35
Time and Date......................................................................38
Day/Night Mode .................................................................39
Camera Control ...................................................................40
SD Recording........................................................................41
SD Management .................................................................43
Maintenance ................................................................................44
Admin .....................................................................................44
System ....................................................................................46
Firmware Upgrade..............................................................47
Status ..............................................................................................48
Device Info ............................................................................48
Active User ............................................................................49
Help .........................................................................................50
Troubleshooting ..............................................................51
Technical Specications ..................................................54
Product Disposal and Recycling.....................................56
Contacting Technical Support ........................................57
Warranty...........................................................................58
Registration .....................................................................63

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Section 1 - 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-5030L HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Day/Night Camera
CAT5 Ethernet Cable Quick Install Card
Micro-USB Power Adapter
Camera Base and Mounting Kit Quick Install Guide

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System Requirements
Network Requirements
• 10/100 Ethernet network or a 802.11n/g wireless network
• An Internet connection
• A router connected to your broadband modem
Web-based Conguration Utility
Requirements
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer 8 or higher
• Firefox 12 or higher
• Safari 6 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 8 or higher (ActiveX)
• Firefox 12 or higher
• Safari 6 or higher
• Chrome 12 or higher

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
The DCS-5030L HD Pan & Tilt Wi-Fi Day/Night Camera provides a range of features to help you eectively monitor large areas of your
home or small oce at all hours of the day. The pan/tilt function allows the camera to patrol a wide area, while the built-in IR LEDs
provide around the clock surveillance regardless of the lighting conditions. Extra details are captures in 720p high denition resolution
and H.264 compression saves space without sacricing performance.Wireless connectivity means there is no need for additional cabling
and Micro-USB input lets you power the device using universal cables and power adapters, making setup quick and hassle-free.
Peace of Mind with 24/7 Monitoring of any Environment
The DCS-5030L is a standalone surveillance camera that requires no special hardware or software, and can run independently even
without a PC. Send e-mail notications with snapshots or video clips whenever motion or sound is detected using just the DCS-5030L
and an Internet connection.You can select areas of the video image to monitor for motion, allowing you to eectively monitor areas such
as entry ways.You can also set volume thresholds to determine the sound level required to trigger a notication, great for detecting the
sound of an intruder or vehicle, or the cry of a baby. Night time monitoring is also possible thanks to built-in infrared LEDs which allow
for night time viewing of up to 5 meters, enabling round-the-clock monitoring of your home or small oce.
Access Anywhere with mydlink® Lite
Enhanced with the mydlink Lite app, the DCS-5030L makes it easier and more convenient for you to keep an eye on your family, home
or oce, no matter where you are . You can view your camera’s live video through the mydlink website, and also through an optional
downloadable mydlink Lite app for your iPhone, iPad, Android device, or Windows phone. With the mydlink Lite app, you can quickly
and easily view your camera feed from anywhere using a Wi-Fi or 3G/4G connection, giving you peace of mind, anywhere, anytime.
Sharp Image Monitoring from Dierent Angles
By providing you with sharp, responsive pan/tilt movement and digital zoom, the camera gives you full control.You can quickly scan a
wide area from a variety of angles, and 4x digital zoom lets you zoom in on specic areas for more detail.The DCS-5030L can also be set
to move to specic preset positions, allowing the camera to focus on particular areas of interest within the surveillance area.
Increased Range with Wireless NTechnology
Place the DCS-5030L anywhere in your home or small oce thanks to the latest Wireless N technology. With 802.11n, you can free
yourself from the hassle of running cables to a far location, so you can eortlessly extend the range where your camera will be installed
and start taking advantage of the increased data transfer speeds provided by Wireless N.

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Camera
• High quality CMOS sensor for crystal clear images
• Pan and Tilt functions to cover a large area
• Built-in IR LEDs to capture video in low-light environments
Wireless N Connectivity
• Wireless 802.11n gives increased speed, range, and reliability
• Place anywhere without the need for additional network cabling
Sound and Video
• Real-time H.264 and MJPEG compression for reduced video le size
• Sound and motion detection
Remote and Mobile Access
• Support for mydlink Lite lets you manage your camera from anywhere with Internet access
• Remote video monitoring via the mydlink website
Ease Of Use
• Supports WPS for simple, secure wireless setup
• Send snapshots or video clips to an FTP site or through E-mail
Features

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Hardware Overview
Front View
1 Light Sensor The IR-Cut Removable sensor monitors lighting conditions and switches between
color and infrared accordingly.
2 Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area.
3 Manual Focus Bezel Manually adjust the focus of the lens for your required view.
4 WPS LED Indicates the WPS connection status of the camera.
5 Microphone Records audio from the surrounding area.
6 Infrared LEDs Illuminate the camera’s eld of view in low light environments.
7Power and Link LED Indicates the camera’s current status.
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Rear View
1 WPS Button Press this button, then press the WPS button for 5 seconds on your router to set
up a wireless connection automatically.
2 Ethernet Port RJ-45 connector for Ethernet.
3 Reset Button Press and hold this button for 10 seconds to reset the camera.
4 Micro-USB Port Connect a Micro-USB cable here to power on the camera.
5 microSD Port Insert a microSD card to record to the card.
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There are two ways to set up your camera:
• Mobile App Setup: You can set up your DCS-5030L with the free mydlink Lite app. Refer to Mobile App Setup
on page 11.
• Zero Conguration Setup: If you have a mydlink-enabled router (D-Link cloud router), this is the easiest way to
set up your camera. Refer to Zero Conguration Setup on page 12.
Installation

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Mobile App Setup
Launch the mydlink Lite app, then create a new account or log in to your existing account.
Download the free mydlink Lite app on your smartphone or tablet by scanning the QR code below, or by searching
for mydlink Lite in the app store for your device.
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2
3The app will guide you through the rest of the conguration process.
System Requirements: Refer to the mydlink Lite app page on Apple App
Store, Google Play, or Windows Phone Store.
You can congure your camera through the mydlink Lite mobile app. Search for the free mydlink Lite app on the App Store, Google
Play, or Windows Phone Store and download it to your smartphone or tablet. You can also use a QR code reading app to scan the
corresponding code for your device below.

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Zero Conguration Setup
Step 1:
Attach the power supply to the power input on the camera and connect it to a wall outlet or power strip. Power is conrmed
when the Status LED is lit.
Step 2:
Press and hold the WPS button on the camera for ve seconds. The Status LED will start to blink green.
Then, press the WPS button on your router within two minutes.
Your router will automatically assign your network settings to your camera.
Note: The Zero Conguration Setup will only work with a registered D-Link Cloud Router and an active mydlink account.
WPS Button
Step 3:
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 right corner. Click on the camera from the New Devices list and
then click Yes to add your camera.
Your setup is complete!

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Wireless Installation Considerations
Your D-Link Wireless Camera lets you access your network using a wireless connection 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
Network Camera) - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range by 1-30 meters (3-90 feet).
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is half a meter thick (1.5 feet), at a 45-degree
angle appears to be almost 1 meter (3 feet) thick. At a 2-degree angle, it can appear over 14 meters (42 feet)
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 or 1-2 meters (3-6 feet ) away from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF
noise.
5. If you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or other radio frequency sources (such as microwave ovens), your
wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4 GHz 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.

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Mounting the Camera
To mount your camera on a wall or ceiling, please follow the steps below:
Step 2
Use appropriate tools to drill two holes the same diameter as the plastic
anchors. After drilling the holes, insert the plastic anchors to support the
screws.
Step 3
If desired, the power and Ethernet cables can be concealed behind the
mounting bracket. Run the cables through the back of the mounting bracket,
securing them with the built-in guides. Be sure to leave enough cable length
protruding from the top to allow connection to the camera.
Step 1
Place the mounting bracket where you want to position the camera and use a
pencil to mark the holes.
It is recommended to congure the camera before mounting.
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Step 5
Using the supplied thumbscrew, fasten the camera to the mounting bracket.
Connect the power and Ethernet cables to the camera.
Step 6
Adjust the angle of the arm on the mounting bracket as required. Tighten the
thumbscrew to lock the arm in place.
Step 4
Fasten the mounting bracket to the wall using the screws provided.
Do not overtighten the screws as this may crack the mounting bracket.
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mydlink
After registering your DCS-5030L camera with a mydlink account, you will be able to remotely access your camera from the www.
mydlink.com website. After signing in to your mydlink account, you will see a screen similar to the following:

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Conguration
Using the Web Conguration Interface
After completing the Camera InstallationWizard, your camera is ready to use. The camera’s built-in web conguration interface is
designed to allow you to easily access and congure your DCS-5030L. There are two ways in which you can access your camera’s
web conguration interface:
• Log in to your mydlink account to access your camera’s conguration interface.
• You can also access the interface locally by entering the IP address of your camera into a web browser, such as Internet Explorer®.
To log in, enter admin for the user name and then enter the password you created in the Installation Wizard. If you did not
create a password, leave the password eld blank. After entering your password, click OK.
Note: If you are directly connecting your camera to your PC, or if you are using the camera on a closed network, the default IP is
192.168.0.20. If the camera is connected to a router or network, a dierent IP address may have been assigned.
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Live Video
Video
Compression
Format:
Pan/Tilt
Wheel:
Go To:
Pan Step:
Tilt Step:
Language:
Zoom:
Audio:
Click the H.264 or MJPEG radio button to choose which
stream to view.
Click on the directional arrows on the pan/tilt wheel to
manually control the pan and tilt functions of the camera.
At any time, you can click the home button in the center of
the wheel to return the camera to its home position.
Select one of the preset locations from the drop-down menu
to move the camera to that position. Preset positions can be
set by going to Setup > Camera Control section.
Select the increment of movement for each press of a pan
(up/down) arrow on the pan/tilt wheel.
Select the increment of movement for each press of a tilt
(left/right) arrow on the pan/tilt wheel.
You can select the desired language for the web interface
from this drop-down menu.
Click on these buttons to adjust the level of digital zoom
applied to the image
Click on these buttons to turn audio playback on or o.
The Live Video screen shows you the live video feed from your camera. For information on how to congure your Live Video
streams, refer to Video on page 28.

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If you have set the night mode to manual, the night mode
feature can be toggled using these buttons.
Note: If the live image is blurry or out of focus, you can
manually adjust the focus by rotating the manual focus bezel
surrounding the camera lens.
Night Mode:

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Setup
You may choose to configure your Internet connection by using the
Internet Connection Setup Wizard that includes step-by-step instructions.
Otherwise, you may manually congure your connection using the Manual
Internet Connection Setup.
Note: To register your camera with mydlink and enable its mydlink-
related features, you will need to use the mydlink Lite app or use the zero
conguration method to congure your camera. Refer to page 10.