D-Link DCS-6045L User manual

Version 1.0 | 06/30/2014
User Manual
DCS-6045L/DCS-6045LKT
PowerLine HD Day/Night Cloud Camera
PowerLine HD Day/Night Cloud Camera kit

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Manual Overview

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Table of Contents
Product Overview.............................................................. 4
Package Contents......................................................................... 4
System Requirements................................................................. 4
Introduction ................................................................................... 5
Features............................................................................................ 6
DCS-6045L Hardware Overview.............................................. 7
Front View................................................................................ 7
Rear View ................................................................................. 8
DHP-308AV Hardware Overview............................................. 9
Front View................................................................................ 9
Rear View ...............................................................................10
Rear View ...............................................................................11
Installation .......................................................................14
Zero Conguration Setup........................................................15
Camera Installation Wizard .....................................................18
Windows Users ....................................................................18
Mac Users...............................................................................19
PLC - Push Button Setup ..........................................................20
Manual Hardware Installation................................................21
Mounting The Camera..............................................................22
mydlink...........................................................................................24
Conguration...................................................................25
Using the Web Conguration Interface..............................25
Live Video ......................................................................................26
Setup...............................................................................................27
Wizard.....................................................................................27
Internet Connection Setup Wizard........................28
Network Setup..............................................................30
DDNS ......................................................................................31
Image Setup .........................................................................32
Audio and Video..................................................................33
Time and Date......................................................................34
Mail ..........................................................................................35
FTP............................................................................................37
SD Recording........................................................................39
Motion Detection ...............................................................41
Sound Detection.................................................................42
SD Management .................................................................43
Maintenance ................................................................................44
Admin .....................................................................................44
System ....................................................................................45
Firmware Upgrade..............................................................46
Status ..............................................................................................47
Device Info ............................................................................47
Active User ............................................................................48
Troubleshooting ..............................................................49
Technical Specications..................................................52
Table of Contents

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Section 1 - Product Overview
• DCS-6045L PowerLine HD Day/Night Cloud Camera
• Mounting Kit with Screws
• Power Cord
• Quick Install Guide
• Manual and Software on CD
• DHP-308AV (Only included with the DCS-6045LKT Starter Kit)
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.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
System Requirements
• Computer with Microsoft Windows® 8/7/Vista/XP, or Mac with OS X 10.6 or higher
• PC with 1.3 GHz or above and at least 128 MB RAM
• Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 12, Safari 6, or Chrome 20 or higher version with Java installed and enabled
• Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network
Product Overview
Package Contents

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-6045L PowerLine HD Day/Night Cloud Camera.The DCS-6045L is a versatile and
unique solution for your small oce or home. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-6045L does away with traditional wired or
wireless connections and instead uses your existing electrical wiring. The DCS-6045L plugs directly into a power outlet, and
does not require any additional cables. Designed to be used with any D-Link PowerLine adapter, which turns every power outlet
into a possible network connection to access digital media devices, game consoles, print servers, computers, and network
storage devices throughout your home. A complete system with a built-in CPU and web server, the DCS-6045L transmits high
quality video images for round-the-clock security and surveillance.The IR LED provides around the clock surveillance regardless
of the lighting conditions.
The DCS-6045L 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-6045L and an Internet connection. You can customize areas of the video to monitor for motion to keep watch over
entry ways, and you can set volume limits to detect when a loud sound is picked up by the camera. Night time monitoring is
possible with the built-in infrared LEDs which allow for night time viewing of up to 6 meters (19.6 feet), enabling round-the-
clock monitoring of a home or small oce.
Built mydlink™ support DCS-6045L makes it easier and more convenient for you to look after your family, home, or oce
environment. With a mydlink service enabled camera, you can stay connected to everything you love from anywhere, anytime.
The mydlink service can be accessed using a web browser, and there is also an optional downloadable mydlink app that allows
users to have a better experience on their mobile devices. With the mydlink app, you can quickly and easily view your camera
feed from anywhere using a Wi-Fi, 3G, or 4G connection.

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Easy to Use and mydlink-Enabled for Easy Access and Management
The DCS-6045L is a standalone surveillance camera that requires no special hardware or software, and can run independently even without a PC.
This camera is also mydlink-enabled, which means you can view and manage your camera through the mydlink website, or through the mydlink
mobile app for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Android.
Data Transmission Over Electrical Wiring
The DCS-6045L plugs directly into a power outlet, and does not require any additional cables. Designed to be used with any D-Link PowerLine
adapter, which turns every power outlet into a possible network connection to access digital media devices, game consoles, print servers, computers,
and network storage devices throughout your home.
IR LEDs for Day and Night functionality
The built-in infrared LEDs enable night time viewing of up to 6 meters (19.6 feet).
H.264 Codec for Smooth, Space-Ecient Video
This camera supports use of the H.264 video codec, which gives you high-quality video with reduced bandwidth requirements. This means that
you can enjoy smoother, more reliable video streaming over the Internet, and less disk space is required to save recordings.
Motion and Sound Triggered Notications and Recordings
The DCS-6045L can send e-mail notications with snapshots or video clips whenever motion or sound is detected. You can customize areas of the
video to monitor for motion to keep watch over entry ways, and you can set volume limits to detect when a loud sound is picked up by the camera.
Supports a Variety of Platforms
Supports TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols. The DCS-6045L can also be integrated easily into other Internet/Intranet
applications because of its standards-based features.
Remote Monitoring Utility
This camera also includes the D-ViewCam software, which adds enhanced features and functionality that helps you create a full surveillance system
for up to 32 cameras.With D-ViewCam, you can view multiple cameras at the same time, record video, and set up scheduled and triggered recordings.
Features

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DCS-6045L Hardware Overview
Front View
Camera Lens
Microphone
IR LED
Light Sensor
Power LED PLC LED Link LED

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Rear View
Power Connector
MicroSD Slot
Power On/O Switch
Reset Button PLC Sync Button

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DHP-308AV Hardware Overview
Front View
Power LED
PLC Link LED
Network Connectivity LED

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Rear View
Power Plug

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Rear View
PLC Sync ButtonLAN Port

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PowerLine Installation Considerations
Plan the location of your PowerLine devices:
1. Connect PowerLine devices to electrical outlets that are not controlled by a wall
switch to avoid accidentally turning o power to the device.
2. Do not connect the PowerLine devices to an extension cord, surge protector, or
power strip as this might prevent it from working correctly, or reduce the network
performance.
3. Avoid using the PowerLine devices in an electrical outlet that is located near an
appliance that uses a lot of power, such as a washer or dryer, or a refrigerator.
This may prevent the adapter from working correctly, or negatively impact network performance.
4. Verify that your PowerLine devices are electrically rated to operate with the power available in your location.
5. To help prevent against electrical shock, be sure to plug the power cables into properly grounded electrical outlets.
6. The PowerLine device is equipped with a three-pronged plug to help ensure proper grounding. Do not use adapter
plugs or remove the grounding prong from the cable.

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Important safety instructions
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before using your device:
1. Do not open the device or attempt to repair or service the device.
2. Only use the included power adapter to power your device.
3. Ensure that the device is plugged into the wall in a vertical position, with the ports facing down.
4. The AC socket-outlet of equipment was intended to be connected with AC power supply cord only, and no any direct
plug-in equipment can be plugged.
5. Use the device in a dry location, and avoid placing it in humid environments.
6. Do not submerge the device in liquid or attempt to clean it with liquids or solvents. To clean the device, disconnect it
from the power outlet and use a damp towel.
7. Keep the device out of direct sunlight.
8. Do not cover or block the vents on the device.
9. Make sure that the device has adequate room for ventilation.
10. Avoid placing the device near a heater or radiator.
11. The device should be located only where sucient ventilation can be ensured.

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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 15.
Camera Installation 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 18.
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 21.
Installation

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If you have a mydlink-enabled 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-6045L
and automatically add the camera to your mydlink account. After the short time it takes to do this you can remotely access
your camera from the www.mydlink.com website to manage and monitor your DCS-6045L.
Zero Conguration Setup
Connect the PowerLine Adapter
Plug in the PowerLine adapter to a wall outlet. Connect an Ethernet cable
from the PowerLine adapter to your existing network.
Connect the Camera
Plug in the camera power cord into the DCS-6045L. Move the power switch
to the ON position and wait for the PWR, PLC, and LNK to turn green. If you
have an existing PowerLine adapter, you will need to press and hold the PLC
button on the camera for 5 seconds. After the PLC LED on the camera begins
blinking, press the PLC button on your existing PowerLine adapter within the
next 60 seconds. Green
DHP-308AV
RouterInternet

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A summary and conrmation notication will appear with the automatically
congured details. Make a note of the details and click Yes to add the camera
to your account.
Check Your mydlink Account
Open a web browser and login to your mydlink account.The mydlink page will
check for new devices and display a New Device Found! pop-up notication
in the bottom-left corner. Click the notication to continue.
DCS-6045L

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Zero Conguration will navigate to the mydlink Live View tab for your camera
where you will see a screen similar to the following.
Your camera is now set up, and you can skip to“mydlink”on page 24 to learn
more about the mydlink features of this camera, or to“Conguration”on page
25 for advanced conguration of your camera.
DCS-6045L

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Camera Installation Wizard
Windows Users
Note: If the autorun program does not open, go to My Computer, browse to your CD drive,
and double-click on the autorun.exe le.
Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive to start the autorun program.
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.

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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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To create a PLC connection:
Step 1
Make sure the camera is plugged in, then press and hold the PLC button for
three seconds. The green PLC status LED will start blinking.
Step 2
Press the PLC button on your PowerLine adapter within 60 seconds. The PLC
button is usually on the front or side. If you are not sure where the PLC button
is on your adapter, please refer to your adapter User Manual.
The DCS-6045L will automatically create a secure connection to your
PowerLine adapter. While connecting, the green LED will ash and your
camera will reboot.
PLC - Push Button Setup
PLC Sync Button
Alternatively, you may create a secure connection using the PLC Sync Button on the back of the camera.
PLC Sync Button