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... obsolete as our services and websites develop and change. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual i All other countries. Manual Revisions Revision 1.00 1.01 Date August 16, 2018 October 2, 2019 Initial release Manual updates Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other...
... obsolete as our services and websites develop and change. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual i All other countries. Manual Revisions Revision 1.00 1.01 Date August 16, 2018 October 2, 2019 Initial release Manual updates Description Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other...
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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 Specifications 17 Regulatory Information 19 D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual ii
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 Specifications 17 Regulatory Information 19 D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual ii
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Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with your reseller. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 1 Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DCS-8300LH || HD Wi-Fi Camera Mounting Kit Power Adapter Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your product will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Section 1 -
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with your reseller. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 1 Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DCS-8300LH || HD Wi-Fi Camera Mounting Kit Power Adapter Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your product will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. Section 1 -
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...wide-angle lens that allow the camera to look after your family or check in on your small office or home. Product Overview Introduction The DCS-8300LH is compatible) • Email account (for your office. System Requirements Network Requirements mydlink™ App Requirements • 802.11n/g wireless ...of your entire room, wall-to check whether your device is a versatile and unique solution for mydlink™ service registration) D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 2 Motion and sound level detection, built-in IR LEDs that easily captures your home and office. Section 1 -
...wide-angle lens that allow the camera to look after your family or check in on your small office or home. Product Overview Introduction The DCS-8300LH is compatible) • Email account (for your office. System Requirements Network Requirements mydlink™ App Requirements • 802.11n/g wireless ...of your entire room, wall-to check whether your device is a versatile and unique solution for mydlink™ service registration) D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 2 Motion and sound level detection, built-in IR LEDs that easily captures your home and office. Section 1 -
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Section 1 - D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 3 Product Overview Hardware Overview Front 1 2 3 4 5 1 Microphone Picks up sound near your camera. 2 Light Sensor The IR-Cut removable sensor monitors lighting conditions and switches between color and infrared accordingly. 3 Infrared LEDs Illuminate the camera's field of view in low light environments. 4 Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area. 5 Camera Stand Use to mount the camera on a flat surface.
Section 1 - D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 3 Product Overview Hardware Overview Front 1 2 3 4 5 1 Microphone Picks up sound near your camera. 2 Light Sensor The IR-Cut removable sensor monitors lighting conditions and switches between color and infrared accordingly. 3 Infrared LEDs Illuminate the camera's field of view in low light environments. 4 Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area. 5 Camera Stand Use to mount the camera on a flat surface.
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Product Overview Back 2 1 3 4 5 1 Speaker Provides audio playback for the two-way audio feature. 2 microSD Card Slot Where a microSD card can be inserted. 3 Reset Button Hold the recessed button down for at least 10 seconds to reset the camera to factory default settings. 4 Status LED Refer to LED Behavior on page 5 for more information. 5 microUSB Connector microUSB connector for the supplied power adaptor (for power only) located on the bottom D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 4 Section 1 -
Product Overview Back 2 1 3 4 5 1 Speaker Provides audio playback for the two-way audio feature. 2 microSD Card Slot Where a microSD card can be inserted. 3 Reset Button Hold the recessed button down for at least 10 seconds to reset the camera to factory default settings. 4 Status LED Refer to LED Behavior on page 5 for more information. 5 microUSB Connector microUSB connector for the supplied power adaptor (for power only) located on the bottom D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 4 Section 1 -
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Section 1 - Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Status LED Connected to Wi-Fi and mydlink Powering on Ready for set up Upgrading firmware - do not power off D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 5
Section 1 - Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Status LED Connected to Wi-Fi and mydlink Powering on Ready for set up Upgrading firmware - do not power off D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 5
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... a wall switch. Installation Installation Safety Please read all of your camera: • Verify that the device is electrically rated to operate with liquids or solvents. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 6
... a wall switch. Installation Installation Safety Please read all of your camera: • Verify that the device is electrically rated to operate with liquids or solvents. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 6
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...reduce your wireless signal. 4. A wall that generate RF noise. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 14 meters (42 feet) thick! D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 7 Keep the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in mind that the signal will degrade your camera's range from...devices so that the number, thickness and location of your home or business. Keep in your wireless network. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera lets you view video footage from 1 to 30 meters (3 to a minimum - Be aware of the direct line...
...reduce your wireless signal. 4. A wall that generate RF noise. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 14 meters (42 feet) thick! D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 7 Keep the number of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in mind that the signal will degrade your camera's range from...devices so that the number, thickness and location of your home or business. Keep in your wireless network. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera lets you view video footage from 1 to 30 meters (3 to a minimum - Be aware of the direct line...
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Note: If you are turned on in to your location or to access your existing account. Make sure location services and Bluetooth are asked about allowing the app to send notifications, select Allow. Note: Ensure that your device is wirelessly connected to the network that the DCS-8300LH will be in. 2/ Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in your phone's settings. Installation mydlink App Camera Setup 1/ Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android) by scanning the QR code. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 8 Section 2 -
Note: If you are turned on in to your location or to access your existing account. Make sure location services and Bluetooth are asked about allowing the app to send notifications, select Allow. Note: Ensure that your device is wirelessly connected to the network that the DCS-8300LH will be in. 2/ Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in your phone's settings. Installation mydlink App Camera Setup 1/ Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android) by scanning the QR code. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 8 Section 2 -
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D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 9 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the device setup. Installation 3/ After logging in, tap the Menu button in the top-left corner. 4/ Select Add a Device. Section 2 -
D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 9 Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the device setup. Installation 3/ After logging in, tap the Menu button in the top-left corner. 4/ Select Add a Device. Section 2 -
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D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 10 Section 2 - You can use a pencil to support the screws first. For a plaster, drywall, or concrete wall, insert the plastic anchors to mark ...
D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 10 Section 2 - You can use a pencil to support the screws first. For a plaster, drywall, or concrete wall, insert the plastic anchors to mark ...
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You can also rotate the camera about 45° to the surface of the wall. 5/ Place the camera over the holes that are in the wall. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 11 Section 2 - Make sure to align the holes with the alignment nub pointing left . Use the supplied screws to attach the mounting bracket to the right or left , then attach the camera by rotating it until the alignment nub points up. 6/ Adjust the angle and rotation of the camera as desired. Installation 4/ Place the mounting bracket over the mounting bracket with the holes in the wall.
You can also rotate the camera about 45° to the surface of the wall. 5/ Place the camera over the holes that are in the wall. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 11 Section 2 - Make sure to align the holes with the alignment nub pointing left . Use the supplied screws to attach the mounting bracket to the right or left , then attach the camera by rotating it until the alignment nub points up. 6/ Adjust the angle and rotation of the camera as desired. Installation 4/ Place the mounting bracket over the mounting bracket with the holes in the wall.
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mydlink Using the mydlink App Controlling Your Device Note: Screenshots are representative only. Tap the shortcut link to remotely access your camera through the app. After setting up your DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera with a mydlink account in the mydlink app, you will be able to your...into your mydlink account, you will see a quick link to your camera on the home screen. Section 3 - If you have previously checked the Add to shortcut option while installing the camera, you will see a screen similar to your camera directly on the carousel > . D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 12
mydlink Using the mydlink App Controlling Your Device Note: Screenshots are representative only. Tap the shortcut link to remotely access your camera through the app. After setting up your DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera with a mydlink account in the mydlink app, you will be able to your...into your mydlink account, you will see a quick link to your camera on the home screen. Section 3 - If you have previously checked the Add to shortcut option while installing the camera, you will see a screen similar to your camera directly on the carousel > . D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 12
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...to toggle the Options menu. it lets you will see control options for your voice to enable video stream recording. Tap to enable audio. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 13 Tap this button to the camera's built-in speaker. Tap 1080p to disable audio. Audio Tap to use 720p resolution video.... Snapshot Options Toggle Tap this button to take a snapshot of the app you hear and speak from the DCS-8300LH's microphone and speaker via the mydlink app, but only one-way at a time. 720p Video Resolution Tap 720p to send your camera. Hold...
...to toggle the Options menu. it lets you will see control options for your voice to enable video stream recording. Tap to enable audio. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 13 Tap this button to the camera's built-in speaker. Tap 1080p to disable audio. Audio Tap to use 720p resolution video.... Snapshot Options Toggle Tap this button to take a snapshot of the app you hear and speak from the DCS-8300LH's microphone and speaker via the mydlink app, but only one-way at a time. 720p Video Resolution Tap 720p to send your camera. Hold...
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mydlink To access the device page, either: Device • From the home page, tap > Devices > Camera > navigate to configure your camera on the carousel > or • In the camera control page, tap the button. OR D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 14 The device page contains several options for you to your camera. Section 3 -
mydlink To access the device page, either: Device • From the home page, tap > Devices > Camera > navigate to configure your camera on the carousel > or • In the camera control page, tap the button. OR D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 14 The device page contains several options for you to your camera. Section 3 -
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... Tap to change the device's name. 3 Device Location Tap to change video clips storage location from here and 10 view your mydlink account. 15 16 D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 15 Tap 50Hz or 60Hz depending on . 11 Privacy Mode Tap to mydlink Cloud from the microSD card to change or add a new...
... Tap to change the device's name. 3 Device Location Tap to change video clips storage location from here and 10 view your mydlink account. 15 16 D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 15 Tap 50Hz or 60Hz depending on . 11 Privacy Mode Tap to mydlink Cloud from the microSD card to change or add a new...
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... installation, ensure that network has a working internet connection Why is not working properly? Section 4 - D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 16 When viewing in night vision mode? Try repositioning your DCS-8300LH remotely through the Internet? You can I do I access my DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera remotely through the Internet using the free mydlink app. Reset the...
... installation, ensure that network has a working internet connection Why is not working properly? Section 4 - D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 16 When viewing in night vision mode? Try repositioning your DCS-8300LH remotely through the Internet? You can I do I access my DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera remotely through the Internet using the free mydlink app. Reset the...
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... format compression • MPEG-2 AAC LC • 802.11n/g wireless with quick action buttons: • Call up to 2 designated contact numbers • Live view button D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 17 Resolution: 1080p (1920 x 1080) at up to 30 fps • 2T2R supports a maximum data rate of • 150 Mbps (PHY rate) using...
... format compression • MPEG-2 AAC LC • 802.11n/g wireless with quick action buttons: • Call up to 2 designated contact numbers • Live view button D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 17 Resolution: 1080p (1920 x 1080) at up to 30 fps • 2T2R supports a maximum data rate of • 150 Mbps (PHY rate) using...
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...; Operating: 20% to 80% non-condensing • CE • LVD • RCM • 66 x 66 x 109.6 mm (2.6 x 2.6 x 4.31 in) • Output: 5 V DC 1.2A (Micro-USB) • Storage: -20 to 70 °C (-4 to 158 °F) • Storage: 5% to 95% non-condensing • FCC Class B • IC • NCC/BSMI D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 18
...; Operating: 20% to 80% non-condensing • CE • LVD • RCM • 66 x 66 x 109.6 mm (2.6 x 2.6 x 4.31 in) • Output: 5 V DC 1.2A (Micro-USB) • Storage: -20 to 70 °C (-4 to 158 °F) • Storage: 5% to 95% non-condensing • FCC Class B • IC • NCC/BSMI D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 18
