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... 37 Router Set-Up and Installation 39 Viewing Your Camera 42 Using the DCS-2100 with an Internet Browser 43 Home Page Screen 44 Connection Type 45 Configuration...46 Advanced ...47 Network 47 DDNS & UPnP 50 Video ...51 Recommendations for Setting Video for the Best Performance: ..... 53 Image Setting 54 Motion Detection 55 D-Link Systems, Inc. 2
... 37 Router Set-Up and Installation 39 Viewing Your Camera 42 Using the DCS-2100 with an Internet Browser 43 Home Page Screen 44 Connection Type 45 Configuration...46 Advanced ...47 Network 47 DDNS & UPnP 50 Video ...51 Recommendations for Setting Video for the Best Performance: ..... 53 Image Setting 54 Motion Detection 55 D-Link Systems, Inc. 2
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DCS-2100 User's Manual Table of Contents Tools ...57 Admin ...57 System 58 Applications 60 Default 62 Status ...63 Device Info 63 Log ...64 Help ...65 Record Snapshots to ... Features of the Monitor Program 79 Traditional Surveillance Features 79 Special Features 79 Application Layout and Functionalities 80 Logging In 81 The Admin Privilege 82 Camera Configurations 82 The Layout of the Configuration 83 Insert ...84 Delete ...85 History 85 Alert and Recording Settings 85 Alert Settings 86 Recording Settings 86...
DCS-2100 User's Manual Table of Contents Tools ...57 Admin ...57 System 58 Applications 60 Default 62 Status ...63 Device Info 63 Log ...64 Help ...65 Record Snapshots to ... Features of the Monitor Program 79 Traditional Surveillance Features 79 Special Features 79 Application Layout and Functionalities 80 Logging In 81 The Admin Privilege 82 Camera Configurations 82 The Layout of the Configuration 83 Insert ...84 Delete ...85 History 85 Alert and Recording Settings 85 Alert Settings 86 Recording Settings 86...
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DCS-2100 User's Manual Table of Contents Connection of the DCS-2100 91 Backup Settings 91 Using the Monitor Program 91 Show the video of a specified channel 93 Removing video from a display window 94 The Layout 95 ... in Continuous mode 106 Secondary Schedule 106 Schedule modes 106 Operation Buttons 106 Playback Program 107 Features of Playback 107 Powerful play control tool 107 D-Link Systems, Inc. 4
DCS-2100 User's Manual Table of Contents Connection of the DCS-2100 91 Backup Settings 91 Using the Monitor Program 91 Show the video of a specified channel 93 Removing video from a display window 94 The Layout 95 ... in Continuous mode 106 Secondary Schedule 106 Schedule modes 106 Operation Buttons 106 Playback Program 107 Features of Playback 107 Powerful play control tool 107 D-Link Systems, Inc. 4
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DCS-2100 User's Manual Table of Contents Convenient display adjustment tool 107 Flexible searching range adjustment tool 107 System control tool 107 Logging In 108 Layout ...108 Main Areas ... Toolbox 116 System Control Toolbox 117 Schedule Video Recording with Motion Detection 118 Frequently Asked Questions 121 Internet Camera Features 121 Internet Camera Installation 121 How to PING Your IP Address 125 Reset and Restore 126 Adjusting the Camera Focus 127 Technical Specifications 128 Contacting Technical Support 131 Time Zone Table 132 Warranty 134 Registration...
DCS-2100 User's Manual Table of Contents Convenient display adjustment tool 107 Flexible searching range adjustment tool 107 System control tool 107 Logging In 108 Layout ...108 Main Areas ... Toolbox 116 System Control Toolbox 117 Schedule Video Recording with Motion Detection 118 Frequently Asked Questions 121 Internet Camera Features 121 Internet Camera Installation 121 How to PING Your IP Address 125 Reset and Restore 126 Adjusting the Camera Focus 127 Technical Specifications 128 Contacting Technical Support 131 Time Zone Table 132 Warranty 134 Registration...
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...: 128Mb VGA Card Resolution: 800x600 or above (Pentium 4 2GHz plus processor with your reseller. DCS-2100 User's Manual Package Contents D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-2100 Internet Camera Cat5 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter (5.0V, 2A) CD-ROM with Software and Manual Quick Installation Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with...
...: 128Mb VGA Card Resolution: 800x600 or above (Pentium 4 2GHz plus processor with your reseller. DCS-2100 User's Manual Package Contents D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-2100 Internet Camera Cat5 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter (5.0V, 2A) CD-ROM with Software and Manual Quick Installation Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with...
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... surveillance system that connects to an Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or broadband Internet connection to a local hard drive without installing any where in the world! DCS-2100 User's Manual Introduction Introduction The D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-2100 Internet Camera is capable of capturing video in rooms with minimal lighting. The DCS-2100 differs from any Web browser to provide remote high-quality video. Simple...
... surveillance system that connects to an Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or broadband Internet connection to a local hard drive without installing any where in the world! DCS-2100 User's Manual Introduction Introduction The D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-2100 Internet Camera is capable of capturing video in rooms with minimal lighting. The DCS-2100 differs from any Web browser to provide remote high-quality video. Simple...
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... state, local, or federal laws. D-Link disclaims any liability whatsoever for use at night time. DCS-2100 User's Manual Features and Benefits Features and Benefits Supports a Variety of Platforms: Supporting TCP/IP networking, SMTP e-mail, HTTP and other Internet/Intranet applications because of its standards-based ...software application assigns an administrator with a pre-defined user ID and password who can modify the Internet Camera settings from an Internet Explorer Web browser for the end-user's intended use under the applicable laws of Applications: With today's high-speed...
... state, local, or federal laws. D-Link disclaims any liability whatsoever for use at night time. DCS-2100 User's Manual Features and Benefits Features and Benefits Supports a Variety of Platforms: Supporting TCP/IP networking, SMTP e-mail, HTTP and other Internet/Intranet applications because of its standards-based ...software application assigns an administrator with a pre-defined user ID and password who can modify the Internet Camera settings from an Internet Explorer Web browser for the end-user's intended use under the applicable laws of Applications: With today's high-speed...
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... detect or negotiate the transmission speed of the network. Ethernet Cable Connector The DCS-2100 features an RJ-45 connector for ten seconds or when the Power LED begins to the DCS-2100. DCS-2100 User's Manual Hardware Overview Connections Hardware Overview DC Power Connector The DC power input connector is labeled DC 5V with a single jack socket to supply power...
... detect or negotiate the transmission speed of the network. Ethernet Cable Connector The DCS-2100 features an RJ-45 connector for ten seconds or when the Power LED begins to the DCS-2100. DCS-2100 User's Manual Hardware Overview Connections Hardware Overview DC Power Connector The DC power input connector is labeled DC 5V with a single jack socket to supply power...
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Upon passing the self test, the LED will flash red and blue several times, indicating that no connection has been made. DCS-2100 User's Manual LEDs Power LED The power LED is connected to the camera, the power LED will turn blue indicating a good connection to an Ethernet port, or red indicating that the DCS-2100 is conducting a self-test. Hardware Overview D-Link Systems, Inc. 10 As soon as the power adapter is position in the center of the camera below the Internet Camera Lens.
Upon passing the self test, the LED will flash red and blue several times, indicating that no connection has been made. DCS-2100 User's Manual LEDs Power LED The power LED is connected to the camera, the power LED will turn blue indicating a good connection to an Ethernet port, or red indicating that the DCS-2100 is conducting a self-test. Hardware Overview D-Link Systems, Inc. 10 As soon as the power adapter is position in the center of the camera below the Internet Camera Lens.
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Attach the external power supply Attach the external power supply to the DC power input connector located on the Internet Camera's bottom panel and attach it to your wall outlet. D-Link Systems, Inc. 11 DCS-2100 User's Manual Hardware Installation Hardware Installation Connect to a Network If you have a proper connection, the LED will light up. When you are connecting the DCS-2100 to an Ethernet network, connect an Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the Internet Camera's bottom panel (labeled 5VDC) and connect it to the network.
Attach the external power supply Attach the external power supply to the DC power input connector located on the Internet Camera's bottom panel and attach it to your wall outlet. D-Link Systems, Inc. 11 DCS-2100 User's Manual Hardware Installation Hardware Installation Connect to a Network If you have a proper connection, the LED will light up. When you are connecting the DCS-2100 to an Ethernet network, connect an Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the Internet Camera's bottom panel (labeled 5VDC) and connect it to the network.
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...the DCS-2100 Internet Camera, it is included with the DCS-2100 Internet Camera. If the CD does not start up automatically (this function may be able to your network. However, it is completed, you will be disabled in Web server. D-Link Systems, Inc. 12 The DCS-2100 ... surveillance software. From your Internet Explorer Web browser you to configure the Internet Camera to access the video and sound from the CD. DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard Installation Wizard After you have an operating and controllable Internet Camera. After the Installation Wizard...
...the DCS-2100 Internet Camera, it is included with the DCS-2100 Internet Camera. If the CD does not start up automatically (this function may be able to your network. However, it is completed, you will be disabled in Web server. D-Link Systems, Inc. 12 The DCS-2100 ... surveillance software. From your Internet Explorer Web browser you to configure the Internet Camera to access the video and sound from the CD. DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard Installation Wizard After you have an operating and controllable Internet Camera. After the Installation Wizard...
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D-Link Systems, Inc. 13 Installation Wizard Please wait while the InstallShield Wizard prepares to install. DCS-2100 User's Manual Click Installation Wizard.
D-Link Systems, Inc. 13 Installation Wizard Please wait while the InstallShield Wizard prepares to install. DCS-2100 User's Manual Click Installation Wizard.
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Installation Wizard The InstallShield will install in the following folder. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc. 14 DCS-2100 User's Manual Click Next. To install into a different folder, click Browse and select another folder.
Installation Wizard The InstallShield will install in the following folder. Click Next. D-Link Systems, Inc. 14 DCS-2100 User's Manual Click Next. To install into a different folder, click Browse and select another folder.
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D-Link Systems, Inc. 15 You may type a new folder name, or select one from the existing folders list. Click Next. DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard Select the Program folder that Setup will add program icons to. Please wait while the Installation Wizard is installed.
D-Link Systems, Inc. 15 You may type a new folder name, or select one from the existing folders list. Click Next. DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard Select the Program folder that Setup will add program icons to. Please wait while the Installation Wizard is installed.
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Click Finish. D-Link Systems, Inc. 16 The opening Installation Wizard screen will be correct depending on what you have your desktop. If you have a DHCP* server on your network, there will appear and show a MAC address of the DCS-2100 and an IP Address (which may or may not be a ...column. *A DHCP server is now complete. Installation Wizard To access the Installation Wizard screen, click on the Installation Wizard Icon on your DCS-2100 connected to its clients that supplies IP Addresses to ). DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation is a device that are on the same network.
Click Finish. D-Link Systems, Inc. 16 The opening Installation Wizard screen will be correct depending on what you have your desktop. If you have a DHCP* server on your network, there will appear and show a MAC address of the DCS-2100 and an IP Address (which may or may not be a ...column. *A DHCP server is now complete. Installation Wizard To access the Installation Wizard screen, click on the Installation Wizard Icon on your DCS-2100 connected to its clients that supplies IP Addresses to ). DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation is a device that are on the same network.
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... in the reset button until a second cycle of the Internet Camera may be required if the Installation Wizard cannot find the camera. D-Link Systems, Inc. 17 The LED on the back of the camera (see page 126 for the location of the camera will take approximately 5-7 seconds. DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard IMPORTANT: A hardware reset of blinking red...
... in the reset button until a second cycle of the Internet Camera may be required if the Installation Wizard cannot find the camera. D-Link Systems, Inc. 17 The LED on the back of the camera (see page 126 for the location of the camera will take approximately 5-7 seconds. DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard IMPORTANT: A hardware reset of blinking red...
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The camera is now automatically configured with an IP address consistent to the device it is connected to Selected Devices button. D-Link Systems, Inc. 18 For more information regarding the functions of this step in the installation until you see the following section titled "Installation Wizard Screen." DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard The Installation Wizard will now show a MAC address for the DCS-2100 and an IP address. This IP address may not be correct at this screen, see "Yes" under the assigned column. Select the MAC address. Click on the Link to .
The camera is now automatically configured with an IP address consistent to the device it is connected to Selected Devices button. D-Link Systems, Inc. 18 For more information regarding the functions of this step in the installation until you see the following section titled "Installation Wizard Screen." DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard The Installation Wizard will now show a MAC address for the DCS-2100 and an IP address. This IP address may not be correct at this screen, see "Yes" under the assigned column. Select the MAC address. Click on the Link to .
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DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard After you click on the Link to Selected Devices button, Installation Wizard will automatically open your Internet browser to the IP Address of the DCS-2100 in this example it is: http://192.168.0.120. D-Link Systems, Inc. 19 Your DCS-2100 may have a different IP Address.
DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard After you click on the Link to Selected Devices button, Installation Wizard will automatically open your Internet browser to the IP Address of the DCS-2100 in this example it is: http://192.168.0.120. D-Link Systems, Inc. 19 Your DCS-2100 may have a different IP Address.
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DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard At this point we highly recommend that you begin to close the page. You can also continue to the section titled "Installing IP surveillance Software" (page 31) to install the IP surveillance software before you click on Configuration, Tools, Admin, and enter in a password for security purposes. Enter the administrative password. Click Save and then the "X" at the top right-hand corner of your camera! D-Link Systems, Inc. 20 You have now completed the Setup Wizard and are ready to use your browser to use the DCS-2100.
DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard At this point we highly recommend that you begin to close the page. You can also continue to the section titled "Installing IP surveillance Software" (page 31) to install the IP surveillance software before you click on Configuration, Tools, Admin, and enter in a password for security purposes. Enter the administrative password. Click Save and then the "X" at the top right-hand corner of your camera! D-Link Systems, Inc. 20 You have now completed the Setup Wizard and are ready to use your browser to use the DCS-2100.
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... appear, prompting you to remove the selected camera(s) from the network. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21 A window will appear, prompting you to the network. Click to uncheck all selected devices to the network. Click to the network. Click to manually add a camera to enter the camera's IP address or domain name. DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard Screen Installation Wizard Screen The following...
... appear, prompting you to remove the selected camera(s) from the network. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21 A window will appear, prompting you to the network. Click to uncheck all selected devices to the network. Click to the network. Click to manually add a camera to enter the camera's IP address or domain name. DCS-2100 User's Manual Installation Wizard Screen Installation Wizard Screen The following...