D-Link DCS-6815 User manual

2D-Link DCS-6815/6817/6818 User Manual
Table of Contents
Product Overview ........................................................ 4
Package Contents ................................................... 4
System Requirements ............................................. 4
Introduction .............................................................. 5
Features .................................................................. 5
Warnings ................................................................. 6
Hardware Installation .................................................. 7
Basic Hardware Setup............................................. 7
Resetting the Camera............................................ 13
Standard or Mini Pendant Mount........................... 14
Ceiling Mounting - Straight Tube ...........................15
Conguration............................................................. 16
Installation Wizard ................................................. 16
Access the DCS-6815/6817/6818 with an Internet
Browser ................................................................. 17
D-ViewCam Device Pack Setup ............................18
Live Video .............................................................. 19
Setup ..................................................................... 22
Internet Connection Setup Wizard......................... 22
Motion Detection Setup Wizard .......................25
Network Setup ................................................. 27
Dynamic DNS .................................................. 29
Image Setup .................................................... 30
Audio and Video .............................................. 32
PTZ Setup........................................................ 33
Preset .............................................................. 35
Motion Detection.............................................. 37
Time and Date .................................................38
Event Setup ..................................................... 39
Application .................................................... 40
Add Server.................................................... 41
Add Media..................................................... 42
Add Event ..................................................... 45
Recording ..................................................... 46
Advanced............................................................... 47
DI and DO (Digital Input/Output)......................47
ICR................................................................... 48
HTTPS ............................................................. 49
Access List....................................................... 50
Maintenance .......................................................... 51
Admin............................................................... 51
Backup and Restore ........................................52
Firmware Upgrade ........................................... 53
Status .................................................................... 54
Device Info....................................................... 54
Logs ................................................................. 55
Help ....................................................................... 56
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DI/DO Conguration.................................................. 57
DI/DO Pin Block Specications ............................. 57
Digital Input Diagram .............................................58
Digital Output Diagram .......................................... 59
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 60
Technical Specications........................................... 61

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Section 1 - Product Overview
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Product Overview
Package Contents
• DCS-6815/6817/6818 High Speed Dome Network Camera
• Data Cable for Video, Alarm, and Power (AC 24V)
• Power Adapter
• Power Cable
• Waterproof Collar
• Optical Cover
• Manual and Software on CD
• Quick Installation Guide
• Screws
• Lubricant
System Requirements
• CPU: Pentium 4 1.4GHz or above
• Hard Disk: 40GB or above
• Memory: 256MB or above
• Browser: Internet Explorer 6.0 or above
• Video Resolution: SVGA or XGA (1024x768 or above)

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
The DCS-6815/6817/6818 High Speed High Speed Dome Network Camera is a professional IP surveillance solution
which connect to your network to provide high-quality live video over the Internet. The camera apparatus supports
precise high-speed pan/tilt/zoom functionality for extensive monitoring, and object tracking. The inconspicuous dome
enclosure can be mounted in a variety of positions based on your needs.
Features
Real-time H.264 / MPEG-4 / MJPEG Compression
The IP speed Dome Camera supports three selectable compression codecs (H.264/MPEG-4/MJPEG).
Up to 30fps at D1 Resolution
The IP speed Dome Camera supports up to 30fps (NTSC) or 25fps (PAL) at D1 resolution.
Motion Detection
Users can specify a detection area and adjust motion detection sensitivity.
Supports Multiple Connections
The IP speed Dome Camera allows multiple users to log in via the IE browser. Maximum 10 accounts can be set for
one camera.
Upgrade from Internet
Users can upgrade to the latest software version via the Internet.

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Warnings
Handle the camera with care.
Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking, shaking, or otherwise disturbing the enclosure. Improper handling or storage
may damage the camera.
Install electrical wiring carefully.
Consult a qualied electrician regarding camera installation. Please note that the camera’s electrical input tolerance is AC
24V ± 10%. Ensure that the AC adapter’s power cable is grounded appropriately to protect against power surges.
Do not disassemble the camera.
To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or covers. Consult D-Link regarding service if necessary.
Do not block the cooling holes on the bracket.
This camera has a cooling fan inside. Blocking the cooling holes will lead to overheating and may cause damage.
Do not operate the camera beyond the specied temperature, humidity or power source ratings.
Use the camera under conditions where the temperature is between -40° ~ 50° C (-40° ~ 122° F), and relative humidity
is below 80%.
Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the camera body.
Use a dry cloth to clean the camera when it is dirty. A mild detergent can be used if necessary.
Never aim the camera towards the sun.
Never aim the camera at the sun or other extremely bright light sources, even when the camera is not in use. Doing
so may cause damage to the camera’s sensors.

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STEP 1
Unpack the DCS-6815/6817/6818 and remove the dome camera unit.
STEP 2
Rotate the cap and remove it from the camera body.
Basic Hardware Setup
Hardware Installation

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STEP 3
Remove the protective cover and PE sheet.
STEP 4
Apply some lubricant on the cover’s waterproof seal to make the
installation process smoother. Attach the optical cover to the camera
body.
The small protrusions on the cover must align with the four holes on
the camera body.

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STEP 5
Gently press down the dome cover with two hands on the side of it.
Warning: DO NOT press down on the cover, as shown in the gure;
this might cause damage to the camera.
STEP 6
Screw the dome cover and body together.
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STEP 7
Insert the data cable into the opening on the cap.
STEP 8
Connect the 22-pin connector to the slot on the camera enclosure.
The connector will lock into place.

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STEP 9
Connect the power cable to the power adapter.
STEP 10
Connect the power adapter's 3-pin connector to the camera's 3-pin
power connector.

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STEP 11
Connect one end of the CAT 5 Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector
of the camera enclosure, and the other end of the cable to your
network.
STEP 12
Plug the power cable into a wall outlet.
Important Notice:
The DCS-6815/6817/6818 can operate at temperatures between
-40° and 50° C. However, the power adapter is only designed to
operate between 0° and 40° C. For locations which will experience
temperatures outside of this range, the camera may need to draw
power from a difference source, such as a building's emergency/
backup power system.

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Mechanical Reset
If the mechanical PTZ controls ever stop responding or seem to be
locked up, you may reset the mechanical portion of the camera using the
communication pin array at the base of the device.
1. Use a small tool to move switch 5 to the “off” position.
2. Plug the camera in for one minute and allow the device to initialize.
3. Return the pin back to its original “on” position.
4. Plug in the camera, and the device should successfully initialize.
Digital Reset
If the camera’s web user interface ever becomes unresponsive, or if the
administrator password is forgotten, it may become necessary to reset
the device rmware to its original factory settings.
1. Press and hold the green button on the base of the camera for 10
seconds.
2. Allow a few minutes for the camera to re-initialize factory default
settings.
Resetting the Camera
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
The DCS-6815/6817/6818 contains both digital and mechanical components. Thus, if any problems are experienced
with the camera, there are two different reset options depending on the type of problem.

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Standard or Mini Pendant Mount
Follow the steps below to mount the camera enclosure with the
pendant mount.
1. Make a cable entry hole on the wall to recess the cables.
Alternatively, cables can be threaded through the cable entry hole
on the mounting plate.
2. To prevent insects from entering the pendant mount, you may
block the cable entry hole with the supplied sponge in two different
ways. (See gures 1 and 2.)
3. Thread the cables through the pendant mount and afx the pendant
mount on the wall with screws and screw anchors (not supplied).
4. Attach the waterproof collar to the pendant mount.
5. Thread the cables through the cap and afx it to the pendant mount
with the supplied screws and washers.
6. Connect the cables to the camera enclosure. Attach the camera
enclosure to the mount and afx it with the supplied bolt.
Note: After threading the cables, please block the cable entry hole with
the supplied sponges to prevent insects from entering the tube.
Figure 2
Figure 1
Sponge
Sponge

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Ceiling Mounting - Straight Tube
Follow the steps below to mount the camera enclosure with the
straight tube.
1. Ensure that the ceiling can support the weight of the camera
enclosure and straight tube.
2. Make a cable entry hole on the ceiling.
3. Afx the straight tube to the ceiling with screws and screw anchors
(not supplied).
4. Attach the waterproof collar to the straight tube.
5. Thread the cables through the straight tube and the cap.
6. Afx the cap to the straight tube with the supplied screws and
washers. Attach the waterproof collar around the junction of the
straight tube and cap.
7. Connect the cables to the camera enclosure. Attach the camera
enclosure to the cap and afx it with the supplied bolt.
Note: After threading the cables, please block the cable entry hole with
the supplied sponges to prevent insects from entering the tube.

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Installation Wizard
Conguration
Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DCS-6815/6817/6818 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step
instructions will help you to search and setup your IP camera smoothly and quickly.
If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, click Windows®Start > Run. In the Run
command box type “D:\autorun.exe”, where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM. If it does start, proceed to
the next screen.

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Open your Internet Explorer Web browser and enter the IP address for your Internet Camera (http://192.168.0.20).
In the example, this address is 192.168.0.20. Your address may differ depending on your network setup.
If a window appears asking to install a Verisign certicate for authentication click Yes. This allows the proprietary
MPEG4 video stream to be recognized by Internet Explorer.
Access the DCS-6815/6817/6818 with an
Internet Browser

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D-ViewCam Device Pack Setup
D-ViewCam software is included for the administrator to manage multiple D-Link IP cameras remotely. You may use the software to
congure all the advanced settings for your cameras. D-ViewCam is a comprehensive management tool for IP surveillance.
Device Pack Installation
Users who already have D-ViewCam v3.11 or higher installed must
rst install the Device Pack included on the DCS-6815/6817/6818
CD-ROM to use the DCS-6815/6817/6818 camera with
D-ViewCam. Upgrading D-ViewCam to the latest device pack will
ensure that the new camera is recognized by the software. Users
running D-ViewCam v3.2 do not need to install this device pack.
For more information about D-ViewCam, please refer to the
documentation on the D-ViewCam CD-ROM.

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This page displays live video and allows you to adjust and save camera images.
Live Video
The date, time, and camera name are displayed at the
top left corner of the live video display.
These indicators blink when digital input is received.
This indicator blinks when motion is detected.
This indicator blinks when the camera is recording.
The navigation pad is used to carry out pan, tilt, and
zoom functions. The camera can be aimed and the image
adjusted using this pad.
Note: The Home position of the dome camera not
congured by default. Please see page 35 for information
about how to congure the home position.
There are 16 speeds for pan control. 1 is the slowest and
16 is the fastest.
There are 16 speeds for pan control. 1 is the slowest and
16 is the fastest.
On-screen
Display (OSD):
Digital Input
Indicators (1-8):
Motion Trigger
Indicator:
Recording
Indicator:
Navigation Pad:
(Up/Down/Left/
Right/Home
Zoom In/Zoom Out)
Pan Speed:
Tilt Speed:

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Starts a pre-dened AutoPan movement. Select the
number corresponding a predened path.
Starts a pre-dened sequence movement. Select the
number corresponding a predened path.
Starts a pre-dened cruise movement. Select the number
corresponding a predened path.
Click this button to enable automatic focus.
Click this button to manually focus the camera image.
Use these controls to focus the camera image.
You may select English or Traditional Chinese.
Loads the live camera image in fullscreen.
Saves a snapshot of the image to the specied location.
Begins recording to the specied location. Pressing this
button a second time will stop the recording.
Designates a folder where snapshots and video will be
saved.
Sends a signal to the attached digital device.
AutoPan:
Sequence:
Cruise:
Autofocus
(AF):
Manual
Focus (MF):
Focus:
Language:
Fullscreen:
Snapshot:
Start/Stop
Recording:
Set Storage
Folder:
Start/Stop
Digital Output: