D-Link DCS-7517 User manual

User Manual
Version 1.00 | 07/02/2015
DCS-7517
5 Megapixel Day & Night Outdoor Network Camera

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Preface
Revision Date Description
1.00 07/02/2015 DCS-7517 Revision A1 with rmware version 1.00

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Table of Contents
Product Overview.............................................................. 5
Package Contents......................................................................... 5
Introduction ................................................................................... 6
System Requirements................................................................. 7
Features............................................................................................ 8
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 9
microSD Card Installation........................................................11
Cable Connectors .......................................................................12
Installation .......................................................................13
Hardware Installation................................................................13
Assembly and Installation ...............................................13
Cable Connections.....................................................................15
General Connection Using the 12 V DC Power
Adapter...................................................................................15
Connection Using Power over Ethernet.....................16
Software Installation .................................................................17
Setup Wizard ........................................................................17
Web-based Conguration Utility..........................................22
Conguration...................................................................24
Live Video ......................................................................................24
Client Setup..................................................................................28
Setup...............................................................................................29
Basic Setup............................................................................29
Advanced Setup..................................................................30
System Overview........................................................................31
Audio and Video..................................................................32
Video Settings..................................................................32
Image Settings.................................................................35
Audio Settings .................................................................37
Day and Night Settings.................................................38
Network..................................................................................39
IP Settings..........................................................................39
Port and Access Name Settings.................................42
Dynamic DNS ...................................................................45
HTTPS..................................................................................46
Access List..........................................................................48
Advanced Settings .........................................................50
Event Management ...........................................................54
Motion Detection ...........................................................54
Tamper Detection...........................................................56
DI and DO ..........................................................................57
Event Settings ..................................................................58
Recording ..............................................................................64
Recording Settings.........................................................64
Local Storage....................................................................66
PTZ Control ...........................................................................68
Digital PTZ.........................................................................68
Lens Control......................................................................69
System ....................................................................................70
User Settings ....................................................................70
Device Settings................................................................71

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Time and Date..................................................................72
Maintenance.....................................................................73
Parameter List ..................................................................74
Logs .....................................................................................75
Appendix A - Technical Specications ...........................76
Technical Specications...........................................................76
Appendix B - Regulatory Information............................79
Regulatory Information............................................................79

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Product OverviewProduct 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-7517 5 Megapixel Day & Night Outdoor Network Camera
CAT5 Ethernet Cable
Power Adapter
CD-ROM with User Manual and Software
Quick Installation Guide
Mounting Plate
Alignment Sticker and Fixings Kit

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Product Overview
Introduction
D-Link DCS-7517 5 Megapixel Day & Night Outdoor Network Camera is a professional surveillance and security solution for small, medium, and
large enterprises alike. Equipped with an industry-leading 5 megapixel progressive scan CMOS sensor and H.264 compression, the DCS-7517
connects to a network to provide professional high-quality live video over the Internet. This camera is capable of capturing video in both dark
and light environments thanks to its built-in IR LEDs and IR-cut removable (ICR) lter. The ICR lter can be manually applied via the web, or set to
automatically adjust based on lighting conditions. This feature allows the camera to capture crisp color images during the daytime and detailed
grayscale images at night or in or low-light conditions.
The DCS-7517 is equipped with a remote focus lens that controls the iris with extreme precision. It's built-in stepping motor maintains the
iris opening at an optimal level at all times, resulting in superior image clarity and depth of eld as well as image quality. Together with WDR
enhancement, you can identify image details in extremely bright as well as dark environments.
The DCS-7517 is equipped with 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-7517 the capability to view up to 30 meters at night. The ability to use Power over Ethernet (PoE) also allows
it to be easily installed in a variety of locations without the need for supplemental power cabling. The built-in microSD card slot can be used as a
local backup by storing important events on an easily retrievable microSD card.
The included D-Link D-ViewCam™ is sophisticated software which allows users to manage up to 32 network cameras, set e-mail alert
notications, create recording schedules, and use motion detection to record directly to a hard drive. D-ViewCam™ also allows users to upload a
oor plan to create a realistic layout of the premises where cameras are located, further simplifying the management process.

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Product Overview
System Requirements
Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based network
DCS-7517
Web-based Conguration
Utility Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system
• An installed Ethernet adapter
Browser Requirements:
• Internet Explorer® 8 and higher
• Mozilla Firefox 19.0 and higher
• Google™ Chrome 25.0 and higher
• Apple Safari 5 and higher
D-ViewCam Conguration
Utility Requirements
Computer with the following:
• Microsoft Windows®8, 7, or Vista.
• At least 256 MB of memory (512 MB recommended)
• VGA card resolution: SVGA or XGA (1024x768 or above)
• CPU: 1.7 GHz or above (2.8 GHz processor or faster with 512
MB memory and a 32 MB video card is required for multiple
camera viewing and recording in D-ViewCam)

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Features
Remote Focus Lens
The DCS-7517 allows quick and accurate remote focusing of the lens via the easy-to-use web conguration interface, which ensures that wherever
you are, you can always maintain a sharp and clear image.
DC-iris
The DC-iris lens in the DCS-7517 solves the long-standing problem of capturing sharp images in varying light conditions.The the DCS-7517 optimizes
the iris opening under all lighting conditions, resulting in images with better contrast, clarity, resolution and depth of eld with improved image
sharpness and increased image usability for network video surveillance.
Flexible Connectivity
The DCS-7517 includes input and output ports for connectivity to external devices such as IR sensors, switches, and alarm relays. The DCS-7517
also incorporates Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing it to be easily installed in a variety of locations without the need for supplemental power
cabling.
High-Quality Video at HD Resolution
The DCS-7517 provides real-time video feeds at up to 15 fps with 2560x1920 resolution and 30 fps with Full HD resolution. H.264 encoding
ensures that images remain crisp, clear, and vivid without taking up too much network bandwidth.
Wide Dynamic Range
Wide Dynamic Range technology neutralizes imperfect lighting, providing clear images with the right amount of contrast even when a subject is
backlit.
Weatherproof with Tamper Detection
Designed to be mounted outdoors, the DCS-7517 includes an IP66 certied enclosure which protects against the elements. Anti-tamper features
make this camera suitable for tamper-prone locations such as transportation hubs, schools, or correctional facilities. The electronic tamper
detection system can sense whenever the camera has been redirected, de-focused, blocked, or spray-painted, and can respond promptly with a
visible or audible alarm.
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.

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Hardware Overview
1 Weatherproof Casing The camera is housed in an IP66 certied weatherproof casing, which protects it against rain and dust.
2 IR LEDs Infrared LEDs illuminate the camera's eld of view at night.
3 Power/Status LED
Red: The camera is receiving power but does not have a network connection.
Green: The camera is receiving power and has a network connection.
Flashing Green: The camera is transmitting data across the network.
4 Camera Lens Varifocal lens to record video of the surrounding area.
5 Light Sensor The light sensor measures the lighting conditions and switches between color and infrared accordingly.
6 microSD Card Cover Unscrew to remove/change the camera's microSD card.
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1 Sunshield Shields the camera sensor from direct sunlight.
2 Adjustment Screw Allows repositioning of the sunshield.
3 Camera Shoe Adjustable mounting seat.
4 Wire in Bracket Assembles tightly and protects the cables from outdoor wear and tear.
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microSD Card Installation
Open the microSD Card Cover
Unscrew the microSD card cover and pull it down to open it.
Install the microSD Card
Push the microSD card into the camera with the gold contacts oriented towards the base of the camera. To eject, push the microSD card into
the slot.
Note: Make sure that the weatherproof seals are secured rmly in place when reattaching the microSD card cover.

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Cable Connectors
1 Power Connector Power connector for the provided 12V DC power adapter.
2 Audio In (Red) Connects to a microphone.
3 Audio Out (Green) Connects to a speaker.
4 BNC Connector The BNC connector is recommended for use with handheld monitors to
check the camera's eld of view during installation.
5 Reset Button Press and hold the recessed button for 10 seconds to reset the camera back to
the factory default settings.
6 DI/DO Connector I/O connectors for external devices.
7 Ethernet Jack Connects to an RJ45 Ethernet port. Can be used with PoE to provide power to
the camera.
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Alignment sticker
Hardware Installation
Assembly and Installation
It is highly recommended that you congure and test your camera before mounting it.
Step 1
Place the alignment 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.
Step 2
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 3
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.
Step 4
Connect the power and Ethernet cables, or just the Ethernet cable if you are using a PoE connection.

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If the cable bundle is not required, it can be detached from the camera, and the socket sealed with a weatherproof cable cover.
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.

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Cable Connections
Step 1
Connect the network camera to a switch via an Ethernet cable.
Step 2
Connect the supplied power adapter to the camera's power connector, then plug the adapter into a power outlet.
General Connection Using the 12 V DC Power Adapter

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Step 1
If you are using a PoE switch, connect the IP camera to the PoE switch via an Ethernet cable, which will provide transmission
of both power and data over a single cable.
Connection Using Power over Ethernet

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Software Installation
Insert the DCS-7517 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.
Click Setup Wizard to begin the installation.
After clicking Setup Wizard, the window on the right will open.
Click Next to continue.
Setup Wizard

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Click Yes to accept the License Agreement.
Click Next to start the installation process.
Note: The installation may take several minutes to nish.

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Click Finish to complete the installation.
Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in your Windows Start
menu.
Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE

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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 Next to continue.
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 address (192.168.0.20) will be displayed.
Select your camera and then click the Wizard button to continue.