D-Link DCS-6410 User manual

2D-Link DCS-6410 User Manual
Table of Contents
Product Overview ........................................................ 3
Package Contents ................................................... 3
System Requirements ............................................. 3
Introduction .............................................................. 4
Features .................................................................. 5
Hardware Overview ................................................. 6
Hardware Overview ................................................. 7
Hardware Installation ............................................... 8
Software Installation .............................................. 10
Conguration............................................................. 17
Setup Wizard Conguration................................... 17
Web-based Conguration Utility ............................ 21
Live Video .............................................................. 22
Camera ............................................................ 22
Setup ..................................................................... 23
Wizard.............................................................. 23
Network Setup ................................................. 30
Dynamic DNS .................................................. 32
Image Setup .................................................... 33
Audio and Video .............................................. 34
Motion Detection.............................................. 35
Time and Date .................................................36
Recording ........................................................ 37
Snapshot.......................................................... 38
Digital Output ................................................... 39
RS-485............................................................. 40
Maintenance .......................................................... 41
Device Management........................................ 41
Backup and Restore ........................................42
Firmware Upgrade ........................................... 43
Status .................................................................... 44
Device Info....................................................... 44
Log................................................................... 45
Help ....................................................................... 46
D-ViewCam Installation............................................. 47
Add a Camera .......................................................50
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 55
Networking Basics .................................................... 58
Check your IP address .......................................... 58
Statically Assign an IP address ............................. 59
Technical Specications........................................... 60
Contacting Technical Support ................................. 62
Warranty..................................................................... 63
Registration................................................................ 69
Table of Contents

3D-Link DCS-6410 User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
• D-Link DCS-6410 Fixed Dome Network Camera
• CAT5 Ethernet Cable
• Power Adapter
• Manual and Software on CD
• Quick Install Guide
• Camera Stand
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
• 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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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
The D-Link DCS-6410 Fixed Dome Network Camera with Built-In IR LEDs and PoE support is a powerful surveillance
system that can connect to your network. The DCS-6410 differs from a conventional PC Camera because it is a
standalone system with a built-in CPU and Web server, providing a low-cost solution capable of solving demanding
security and home/ofce monitoring needs. It is designed with aluminum casing for maximum heat dissipation and
better protection. Snapshot enables you to save a snapshot image directly from a Web browser to a local hard drive
without installing any software. With 0.1 lux light sensitivity, the DCS-6410 is capable of capturing video in rooms with
minimal lighting. With the Built-In IR LED Lens, you can customize your surveillance application to enable low light or
night vision video streaming. The DCS-6410 gives you the ability to monitor video and audio in your 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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• Supports a Variety of Protocols: Supporting TCP/IP networking, SMTP e-mail, HTTP and other Internet related
protocols, the DCS-6410 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: The light sensitivity allows you to capture video in rooms with minimal lighting, making it ideal for
use at night time.
• 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.
• 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-6410 allows remote access using Internet
Explorer or other 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, ofces, 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
Ethernet Cable Connector (PoE)
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 ashes through its
cycle twice.
DC Power Connector
The DC power input connector is
located on the DCS-6410 Network
Camera’s back panel and is labeled
12V DC with a single socket to supply
power to the Network Camera.

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Hardware Overview
Microphone Connector
The DCS-6410 Fixed Dome Newtwork 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-6410 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.
DI/DO
The DCS-6410 provides a general I/O
terminal block. The I/O connectors provide
the physical interface to send and receive
digital signals to and from a variety of
external devices.
Video Out
The DCS-6410 provides an Analog RCA Video
port output allowing you to connect to a TV
for local viewing. The DCS-6410 can also be
connected to a VCR to record activities.

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Section 2 - Installation
Hardware Installation
When Mounting to a Ceiling
Find a suitable place to install the camera using the alignment stencil. Place the camera at the desired operating
location and insert the screws through the two holes located at the base of the camera. Use a screwdriver to tighten
and secure.

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Network Deployment
General Connection (without PoE)
Connect the network camera to a switch via an Ethernet cable.
Connect the supplied power cable from the camera to a power outlet.
Connection with a PoE Switch
If using a PoE switch, connect the network camera to the switch via an
Ethernet cable, which will provide both power and data transmission
over a single cable.

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Section 2 - Installation
Turn on the computer and insert the D-Link DCS-6410 Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. The following step-by-step
instructions will be shown in Windows®XP. Similar steps and screens will also be shown for 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:\DCS6410.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-6410.
Click I Agree

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Click Next
Click Install

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Click Close
Before using ffdshow you must congure its properties. From your
computer, click on Start > Programs > ffdshow > Conguration.
At the ffdshow properties window, scroll to the bottom and click
Miscellaneous. Be sure Autodetect is checked, and Error
resilience and Error concealment are set to “none”. Click OK and
close the window.
Click OK

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Configuration
This section will show you how to congure your new D-Link Network Camera using the Setup Wizard.
Setup Wizard Configuration
Click on the icon that has been created in your Windows Start menu.
Click D-Link Setup Wizard SE

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Enter the admin ID and password.
Note: By default, Admin ID is admin and the password is left blank.
Click Next
The Setup Wizard will appear and show the MAC address of your
DCS-6410 and an IP Address (which may or may not be correct,
depending on what you have your DCS-6410 connected to). If you
have a DHCP server on your network, there will be a valid IP Address
displayed here. Click the Wizard button to continue.
Note: A DHCP server is a device that supplies the IP address.

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Select static IP to use the same IP address at each boot up.
Click Next
Select DHCP if you want to obtain a new IP address every time the
camera boots up.
Click Next

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Click Link
Click the button labeled Link to access the web conguration page.
The Setup Wizard will automatically open your web browser with
the IP address of your DCS-6410. For example, the IP address
is: http://192.198.0.20.
Note: Your DCS-6410 may have a different IP Address.
Click Restart
Click Restart to save your settings and reboot the Network Camera.