D-Link DCS-8300LHV2 User manual

DCS-8300LHV2
User Manual
Full HD Wi-Fi Camera
Hardware: A1
Manual Version: 1.00
12/07/2020

iD-Link DCS-8300LHV2 User Manual
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Manual Overview
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Manual Revisions
Revision Date Description
1.00 12/07/2020 Initial release

iiD-Link DCS-8300LHV2 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
Device Placement.......................................................................10
Mounting the Camera...............................................................11
Using the mydlink App....................................................14
Controlling Your Device ...........................................................14
Device Settings............................................................................15
Troubleshooting..............................................................17
Technical Specications..................................................18
Regulatory Information ..................................................20

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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.
Full HD Wi-Fi Camera
Mounting Hardware Quick Installation Guide
MicroUSB Power Adapter

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
No more struggles to nd the perfect angle, the DCS-8300LHV2 lets you adjust your camera a full 360-degrees. With vivid
Full HD 1080p resolution @ 30 frames per second, you’ll never miss a moment, and what’s more – built-in AI-based Person
Detection cleverly identies human motion, so you only get alerts when it matters most. Enhanced sound and motion
detection help with the heavy lifting and with built-in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology - it’s one of our easiest
cameras to set up yet!
System Requirements
Network Requirements
• 802.11n/g wireless network
• An Internet connection
• A router connected to your broadband modem
mydlink™ App Requirements
• iOS or Android device (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
Light Sensor The IR-Cut removable sensor monitors lighting conditions and switches between color
and infrared accordingly.
Status LED See LED Behavior on page 5 for more information.
IR LEDs IR LEDs illuminate the device's eld of view in low-light environments.
Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area.
Microphone Picks up sound near your camera.
microSD Card Slot microSD card slot, supports up to 256 GB.
Light Sensor
Status LED
Microphone
Camera Lens
microSD Card Slot
360° Rotating Stand
IR LEDs

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Back
Speaker Provides audio playback for the two-way audio feature.
Reset Button Hold the recessed button down to reset the camera to factory default settings.
Power Connector Attach your power adapter to this port to supply power to the device.
Reset Button
Power Connector
Speaker

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LED Behavior
Status LED
Connected to the network and mydlink.
Booting up.
Ready for set up.
Firmware being updated - do not power o.
Status LED

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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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Wireless Installation Considerations
The DCS-8300LHV2 Full 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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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) by scanning the QR code.
Note: Ensure that your device is wirelessly connected to the network that the
DCS-8300LHV2 will be in.
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Power on the device and wait for the Status LED to ash orange.
Note: Make sure that your mobile device’s Bluetooth is on.
3/
Place your device next to your mobile device. A prompt will appear -
tap Add Device, then follow the app instructions.
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Device Placement
To get the most out of your camera’s view and features, please take the following placement guidelines into consideration.
Height: Place the camera 1.5 - 2 meters (4 to 6.5 feet) from the ground.
Person Detection: Person Detection works best when the subject is between 2 to 5 meters (6.5 - 16 feet) away from the
camera.
1.5 - 2 m
(4 - 6.5 ft)
Ideal Viewing Distance: 2 - 5 m (6.5 - 16 ft)
2 m (6.5 ft)

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Turn the mounting bracket counterclockwise to release it from the
device.
Mounting the Camera
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The device can be mounted on a wall or on the ceiling.
Align the mounting bracket so that the arrow is pointing up. Use a
pencil to make marks in the two holes.
2/
Use a 6 mm drill bit to drill two 26 mm deep holes over the pencil
marks.
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Hammer in the plastic anchors to support the screws.
Align the mounting bracket’s holes over the plastic anchors. Drive the
screws into the anchors to secure the mounting bracket.
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Align the camera using the grey dots, then twist the camera clockwise
onto the mounting bracket until it securely locks into place.
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Adjust your camera via its tilt and rotation options until you’re satised
with the viewpoint.
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Section 3 - mydlink
Using the mydlink App
Controlling Your Device
After setting up your DCS-8300LHV2 Full 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.
To access the device control options, tap to watch the live view, then tap
again to access the control page. The following controls are available:
Audio Tap to disable audio. Tap to enable audio.
Snapshot Tap to take a snapshot of the video stream.
Recording Tap to enable video stream recording.
Two Way Talk Tap to send your voice to the camera's built-in
speaker.
Video Resolution Tap to use 720p resolution video. Tap to use
1080p resolution video.
Note: Screenshots are representative only. The mydlink app is constantly being updated
and so may appear dierent.

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Device Settings
To access the Device Settings page:
1. Tap .
2. Tap Device Settings.
3. Tap the device you want to access the settings for.
The device page contains several options for you to congure your camera.

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1 Device Name Tap to change the device’s name.
2 Privacy Mode Tap to enable. Privacy mode will disable the camera feed.
3Motion and Person
Detection Tap to set the Motion and Person Detection area and sensitivity settings.
4 Storage
Tap to change the video clips storage location from the microSD card to the
cloud. You can also subscribe to mydlink Cloud from here and view your
current subscription plan.
5 Camera Microphone Tap to enable or disable picking up sound near your camera in live view
and recordings.
6Night Vision Tap to change night vision detection to On, O or Auto.
7 Anti-Flicker Reduces icker in the video.Tap 50 Hz or 60 Hz depending on the frequency
of your lights.
8 Status LED Disabling this will turn o the LED until you turn it back on.
9 Designated Contact Tap here to add, remove, or edit designated contacts that appear in the
rich notication.
10 Wi-Fi Tap to see the current wireless network. Note: Tap Remove Device
or press the reset button if you want to change wireless networks.
11 Time Zone Select the time zone to calibrate your device to.
12 Firmware
This displays the installed version of the rmware on your device.Tap to enter
the update settings. You can choose the most suitable time for automatic
updates.
13 MAC ID Identies the device for support issues.
14 Remove Device Tap this button to disconnect this device from your mydlink account.
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Section 4 - Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
What do I do if my device is not working properly?
Reset the device and reinstall it. To reset your device, use a paper clip to press and hold the recessed 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 has Bluetooth enabled
• your mydlink device is in range of your Wi-Fi network
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: dlink.com/en/alexa
The Google Assistant: dlink.com/en/google-assistant
Why is my microSD card not working/not supported?
The microSD card must be formatted with the correct le system (FAT32) before it can be used with this product. This can be
done in the mydlink app by selecting the Format function in the storage menu under the Device Settings.
What is my username and password for setting up my device with an ONVIF system?
To connect your device to an ONVIF system, enter“admin”as the username and use the PIN code of your mydlink device as
the password. You can nd the PIN code on your device’s label.