D-Link DCS-8000LH User manual

DCS-8000LH
User Manual
Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera
Hardware: A3
Manual Version: 1.00
11/21/2019

iD-Link DCS-8000LH User Manual
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iiD-Link DCS-8000LH User Manual
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Overview..............................................................1
Package Contents.........................................................................1
Introduction ...................................................................................2
System Requirements.................................................................2
Hardware Overview.....................................................................3
Front ..........................................................................................3
Back............................................................................................4
LED Behavior ..........................................................................5
Installation.........................................................................6
Safety ................................................................................................6
Before you Begin...........................................................................6
Wireless Installation Considerations...................................... 7
mydlink App Camera Setup...................................................... 8
Mounting the Camera...............................................................10
Using the mydlink App....................................................12
Controlling Your Device ...........................................................12
Camera Options ..........................................................................13
Device.............................................................................................14
Troubleshooting..............................................................16
Technical Specications..................................................17
Regulatory Information ..................................................19

1D-Link DCS-8000LH User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
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 rating than the one included with your product will cause damage and void
the warranty for this product.
DCS-8000LH || Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera 2 x Screws
2 x Wall Anchors
Baseplate Camera Mount
Power Adapter Quick Installation Guide

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
The DCS-8000LH Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera is a compact wireless network camera suitable for day and night time environments.
It features built-in night vision, motion and sound detection, and a free mobile app — so you can feel at ease when you’re
away from home. Despite its small size, the DCS-8000LH has all the features you need for monitoring your home. Built-in
motion and sound detection will automatically send alert notications to your mobile device. Night-time monitoring is
possible with the built-in infrared LED which allows for night-time viewing of up to 16 feet, so you can relax knowing you
have 24/7 monitoring of your home or small oce.
System Requirements
Network Requirements
• 802.11n/g wireless network
• An Internet connection
• A router connected to your broadband modem
mydlink™ App Requirements
• iPhone, iPad, Android smartphone or tablet (please refer to the mobile
app's store page to check whether your device is compatible)
• Email account (for mydlink™ service registration)

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Front
1 Infrared LEDs Illuminate the camera’s eld of view in low light environments.
2 Microphone Picks up sound near your camera.
3 Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area.
4 Light Sensor The IR-Cut removable sensor monitors lighting conditions and switches between
color and infrared accordingly.
5 Status LED Refer LED Behavior on page 5 for more information.
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Back
1 microUSB Power Port Attach your microUSB power adapter to this port to supply power to the device.
2 Reset Button Hold the recessed button down for at least 10 seconds to reset the camera to factory
default settings.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
LED Behavior
Status LED
Status LED
Booting up
Ready for set up
Firmware being upgraded - do not power o
Connected to Wi-Fi and mydlink
Live streaming data being transferred

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Section 2 - Installation
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before using device:
• Do not open the device or attempt to repair it.
• 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 to gently wipe it down.
Before you Begin
Plan the location of your camera:
• Verify that your camera is electrically rated to operate with the power available in your location.
• Connect the camera’s power adapter into an electrical outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch. This will help avoid
accidentally turning o power to the device.
• Be sure to plug the device into a properly grounded electrical outlet in order to help prevent against electrical shock.
• Make sure that the device is rmly mounted.
Installation
Safety

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Section 2 - Installation
Wireless Installation Considerations
The DCS-8000LH Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera lets you view video footage from virtually anywhere within the operating range
of your wireless network. Keep in mind that 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. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the camera and wireless access point to a minimum - each wall or ceiling
can reduce your camera’s range from 1 to 30 meters (3 to 90 feet). Position your devices so that the number of walls or
ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 0.5 meters (1.5 feet) thick, at a 45-degree angle
appears to be almost 1 meter (3 feet) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 14 meters (42 feet) thick! Position 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 have a negative eect on range. Try
to position access points, wireless routers, and cameras so that 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 away at least 1 to 2 meters (3 to 6 feet) from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.

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Section 2 - Installation
mydlink App Camera Setup
Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in to your
existing account.
Note: If you are asked about allowing the app to access your location or to send
notications, select Allow. Make sure location services and Bluetooth are turned
on in your phone’s settings.
2/
Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play
(Android).
Note: Ensure that your device is wirelessly connected to the network that the
DCS-8000LH will be in.
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After logging in, tap the Menu button in the top-left corner.
3/
Select Add a Device.
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the device setup.
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Section 2 - Installation
Position the baseplate on the wall. Keep it in the same place while
using a pencil to mark the two holes.
Mounting the Camera
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Drill two 25 mm deep holes with a 6 mm drill bit over the pencil
marks. If necessary, hammer in the plastic wall anchors to support
the screws.
2/
Place the baseplate on the wall where you can see both holes
through the baseplate. Screw the screws into the wall to secure the
baseplate.
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Section 2 - Installation
Place the camera into the mount, ensuring that the power port
in the back is exposed. Plug the USB power cable into the camera
ensuring it is plugged in all the way.
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Align the slash markings on the camera mount and baseplate. Press
the camera mount onto the baseplate.
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Twist the camera mount slightly to the right to lock it onto the
baseplate. Adjust the camera angle, then tighten the screw on the
left to lock it in place.
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Section 3 - mydlink
Using the mydlink App
Controlling Your Device
After setting up your DCS-8000LH Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera with a mydlink
account in the mydlink app, you will be able to remotely access your camera
through the app. After signing into your mydlink account, you will see a
screen similar to the one on the right.
If you have previously checked the Add to shortcut option while installing
the camera, you will see a quick link to your camera directly on the home
screen. Tap the shortcut link to your camera on the home screen and by
default you will see a live video feed of your camera on the top half of the
app.
To access the settings for your DCS-8000LH
Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera, tap > Devices > Camera > navigate to
your camera on the carousel > .
Note: Screenshots are representative only. The mydlink app is constantly being updated
and so may appear dierent.

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Section 3 - mydlink
Camera Options
On the bottom half of the app you will see control options for your camera.
Snapshot Tap this button to take a snapshot of the video
stream.
Options Toggle Tap this icon to review various live video options
such as microphone and video quality.
Recording Tap this button to enable video stream recording.
Tap to toggle the Options menu.
Audio Tap to disable audio. Tap to enable audio.
720p Video Resolution Shows that the camera is outputting a 720p
resolution video.

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Section 3 - mydlink
Device
To access the device page, either:
• From the home page, tap > Devices > Camera > navigate to your camera on the carousel >
or
• In the camera control page, tap the button.
The device page contains several options for you to congure your camera.
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1 Device Photo Tap to add a customized photo of this device.
2 Device Name Tap to change the device’s name.
3 Device Location Tap to change or add a new location for this device.
4 Wi-Fi
Tap to change the wireless network this device will use to connect
to the Internet.
Note: The network must be the same as all your other mydlink devices that you
wish to use the same account for.
5 Designated Contact Tap to add, remove, or edit designated contacts that appear in the
rich notication.
6Camera
Microphone Tap to enable or disable the device's microphone.
7 Motion Setting Tap to further congure sensitivity and the active area of motion
detection.
8Night Vision Tap to change night vision detection to On, O or Auto.
9 Anti-Flicker Reduces icker in the video. Tap 50Hz or 60Hz depending on the
frequency of your lights.
10 Camera LED Disabling this will turn o the LED until you turn it back on.
11 Privacy Mode Tap to enable Privacy Mode. Privacy mode will disable the camera
feed.
12 Invert Image Enable this to invert the camera view.
13 Storage Tap to view the storage location and your current subscription plan.
14 Firmware Update
Shows time of auto rmware upgrade. Tap to enter the rmware
upgrade settings. You can choose the most suitable time for
automatic updates.
15 Current Firmware
Version This displays your devices’rmware version.
16 Device ID Identies the device for support issues.
17 Remove Device Tap this button to disconnect this device from your mydlink account.
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Section 4 - Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
How can I access my DCS-8000LH Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera remotely through the Internet?
In order to use your DCS-8000LH remotely through the Internet using the mydlink app, you must register your camera with
a mydlink account. You can do this using the free mydlink app. Please go to Using the mydlink App on page 12 for more
information.
What do I do if my device is not working properly?
Reset the device and reinstall it. To reset your device, press and hold the Reset button until the LED turns solid red.
During installation, ensure that:
• your router is connected to the Internet and has Wi-Fi enabled
• your mobile device is connected to your router's Wi-Fi and has Bluetooth enabled
• your mydlink device is in range of your Wi-Fi network
Why is there a white haze when viewing in night vision mode?
When viewing in night vision mode, the IR lights on your camera may be reecting o a nearby surface. Try repositioning
your camera to avoid glare from IR LEDs.
How can I use voice commands to control my device?
The device will work with both Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant. For setup instructions on these services, visit the
following websites:
Alexa: https://www.dlink.com/en/alexa
The Google Assistant: https://www.dlink.com/en/google-assistant

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Appendix A - Technical Specications
Technical Specications
Camera
Hardware Profile • 1/4”progressive CMOS sensor
• Minimum illumination:
• B/W (Night Mode), IR LEDs on: 0 lux
• Minimum object distance: 50 cm
• Lens focal length: 2.39 mm
• Aperture: F2.4
• 16 ft (5 m) IR illumination distance
• Angle of view (16:9):
• Horizontal: 112°
• Vertical: 54°
• Diagonal: 120°
• Built-in Infrared-Cut Removable (ICR) Filter
• Built-in microphone
• Optional wall mount
Image Features • Time stamp and text overlays
• Configurable sound detection level
• Configurable motion detection windows
Video Compression • H.264 format compression • JPEG for still images
Video Resolution • 720p (1280 x 720) at up to 30 fps
Audio Support • MPEG-2 AAC LC
Network
Connectivity • 802.11b/g/n wireless with WPA/WPA2 encryption
• Operates on 2.4 GHz band
• Bluetooth 4.0
• Single-band 1T1R mode supports a maximum data rate of 72.2
Mbps (PHY rate) using 20 MHz bandwidth
Network Protocols • IPv4, ARP, TCP, UDP, ICMP
• NTP client (D-Link)
• Bonjour
System Integration
Event Management • Motion detection
• Sound detection
• Cloud recording
• Manually taken snapshots & video clips are saved to mobile device
• Push notification
Mobile Support • mydlink
®
app for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Android devices