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... whole or in part, without obligation to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation. All other countries. Copyright © 2016 by D-Link Corporation. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 2 Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies. Revision...
... whole or in part, without obligation to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation. All other countries. Copyright © 2016 by D-Link Corporation. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 2 Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to notify any person or organization of their respective companies. Revision...
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... 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 Configuration Utility 22 Configuration 24 Live Video 24... 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 D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 3
... 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 Configuration Utility 22 Configuration 24 Live Video 24... 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 D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 3
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Regulatory Information 79 Regulatory Information 79 D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 4 Time and Date 72 Maintenance 73 Parameter List 74 Logs 75 Appendix A - Technical Specifications 76 Technical Specifications 76 Appendix B -
Regulatory Information 79 Regulatory Information 79 D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 4 Time and Date 72 Maintenance 73 Parameter List 74 Logs 75 Appendix A - Technical Specifications 76 Technical Specifications 76 Appendix B -
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Product Overview Package Contents DCS-7517 5 Megapixel Day & Night Outdoor Network Camera CAT5 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter* CD-ROM with your product will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 5 If any of the above items are missing, please contact your region, a power adapter may not be included. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with User Manual and Software Mounting Plate Alignment Sticker and Fixings Kit Quick Installation Guide *Depending on your reseller.
Product Overview Package Contents DCS-7517 5 Megapixel Day & Night Outdoor Network Camera CAT5 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter* CD-ROM with your product will cause damage and void the warranty for this product. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 5 If any of the above items are missing, please contact your region, a power adapter may not be included. Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with User Manual and Software Mounting Plate Alignment Sticker and Fixings Kit Quick Installation Guide *Depending on your reseller.
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...lighting conditions. Equipped with WDR enhancement, you can be manually applied via the web, or set e-mail alert notifications, create recording schedules, and use Power over the Internet. The DCS-7517 is equipped with extreme precision. The built-in microSD card...realistic layout of locations without the need for supplemental power cabling. The included D-Link D-ViewCam™ is capable of field as well as image quality. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 6 Product Overview Introduction D-Link DCS-7517 5 Megapixel Day & Night Outdoor Network Camera is equipped with a remote focus...
...lighting conditions. Equipped with WDR enhancement, you can be manually applied via the web, or set e-mail alert notifications, create recording schedules, and use Power over the Internet. The DCS-7517 is equipped with extreme precision. The built-in microSD card...realistic layout of locations without the need for supplemental power cabling. The included D-Link D-ViewCam™ is capable of field as well as image quality. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 6 Product Overview Introduction D-Link DCS-7517 5 Megapixel Day & Night Outdoor Network Camera is equipped with a remote focus...
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Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based network DCS-7517 Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Computer with the following: • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Browser Requirements: ... 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) D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 7
Product Overview System Requirements Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based network DCS-7517 Web-based Configuration Utility Requirements Computer with the following: • Windows®, Macintosh, or Linux-based operating system • An installed Ethernet adapter Browser Requirements: ... 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) D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 7
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...been redirected, de-focused, blocked, or spray-painted, and can always maintain a sharp and clear image. Flexible Connectivity The DCS-7517 includes input and output ports for the Network Camera and allows administrators to configure and access the Network Camera from a remote...lighting conditions, resulting in images with better contrast, clarity, resolution and depth of contrast even when a subject is backlit. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 8 Weatherproof with the right amount of field with improved image sharpness and increased image usability for tamper-prone locations such as...
...been redirected, de-focused, blocked, or spray-painted, and can always maintain a sharp and clear image. Flexible Connectivity The DCS-7517 includes input and output ports for the Network Camera and allows administrators to configure and access the Network Camera from a remote...lighting conditions, resulting in images with better contrast, clarity, resolution and depth of contrast even when a subject is backlit. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 8 Weatherproof with the right amount of field with improved image sharpness and increased image usability for tamper-prone locations such as...
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D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 9 Flashing Green: The camera is transmitting data across the network. 4 Camera Lens Varifocal lens to remove/change the camera's microSD card. Red: The camera is ...
D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 9 Flashing Green: The camera is transmitting data across the network. 4 Camera Lens Varifocal lens to remove/change the camera's microSD card. Red: The camera is ...
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D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 10 Product Overview Hardware Overview 4 2 1 3 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.
D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 10 Product Overview Hardware Overview 4 2 1 3 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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Product Overview 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 slot. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 11 Note: Make sure that the weatherproof seals are secured firmly in place when reattaching the microSD card cover. To eject, push the microSD card into the camera with the gold contacts oriented towards the base of the camera.
Product Overview 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 slot. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 11 Note: Make sure that the weatherproof seals are secured firmly in place when reattaching the microSD card cover. To eject, push the microSD card into the camera with the gold contacts oriented towards the base of the camera.
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... Out (Green) Connects to a speaker. 4 BNC Connector The BNC connector is recommended for use with PoE to provide power to an RJ45 Ethernet port. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 12 Can be used with handheld monitors to check the camera's field of view during installation. 5 Reset Button Press and hold the recessed button for...
... Out (Green) Connects to a speaker. 4 BNC Connector The BNC connector is recommended for use with PoE to provide power to an RJ45 Ethernet port. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 12 Can be used with handheld monitors to check the camera's field of view during installation. 5 Reset Button Press and hold the recessed button for...
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... camera base will be positioned so that the cable channel is highly recommended that you configure and test your camera before mounting it. Alignment sticker D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 13 If you want to position the camera. Step 1 Place the alignment sticker where you are running the camera cables out the side of...
... camera base will be positioned so that the cable channel is highly recommended that you configure and test your camera before mounting it. Alignment sticker D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 13 If you want to position the camera. Step 1 Place the alignment sticker where you are running the camera cables out the side of...
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D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 14 To adjust the camera's angle, turn the adjustment ring clockwise to tighten it , then move the camera to loosen it . When you are finished, turn the adjustment ring counterclockwise to the desired position and angle. Installation If the cable bundle is not required, it can be detached from the camera, and the socket sealed with a weatherproof cable cover.
D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 14 To adjust the camera's angle, turn the adjustment ring clockwise to tighten it , then move the camera to loosen it . When you are finished, turn the adjustment ring counterclockwise to the desired position and angle. Installation If the cable bundle is not required, it can be detached from the camera, and the socket sealed with a weatherproof cable cover.
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Step 2 Connect the supplied power adapter to a switch via an Ethernet cable. Installation Cable Connections General Connection Using the 12 V DC Power Adapter Step 1 Connect the network camera to the camera's power connector, then plug the adapter into a power outlet. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 15
Step 2 Connect the supplied power adapter to a switch via an Ethernet cable. Installation Cable Connections General Connection Using the 12 V DC Power Adapter Step 1 Connect the network camera to the camera's power connector, then plug the adapter into a power outlet. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 15
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Installation Connection Using Power over Ethernet 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. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 16
Installation Connection Using Power over Ethernet 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. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 16
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Click Next to begin the installation. Installation Software Installation Setup Wizard Insert the DCS-7517 CD into your CDROM drive) and press Enter. If the Autorun function on the right will open. Click Setup Wizard to continue. After clicking Setup Wizard, the window 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 computer's CD-ROM drive to begin the installation. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 17
Click Next to begin the installation. Installation Software Installation Setup Wizard Insert the DCS-7517 CD into your CDROM drive) and press Enter. If the Autorun function on the right will open. Click Setup Wizard to continue. After clicking Setup Wizard, the window 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 computer's CD-ROM drive to begin the installation. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 17
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Installation Click Yes to start the installation process. Click Next to accept the License Agreement. Note: The installation may take several minutes to finish. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 18
Installation Click Yes to start the installation process. Click Next to accept the License Agreement. Note: The installation may take several minutes to finish. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 18
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Installation Click Finish to complete the installation. Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 19 Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in your Windows Start menu.
Installation Click Finish to complete the installation. Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 19 Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in your Windows Start menu.
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When logging in for the first time, the default Admin ID is admin with the password left blank. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 20 If you have a DHCP server on your network, a valid IP Address will be displayed. Enter the Admin ID and password. Select your camera(s). Installation The Setup Wizard 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 appear and display the MAC address and IP address of your camera and then click the Wizard button to continue. Click Next to continue.
When logging in for the first time, the default Admin ID is admin with the password left blank. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 20 If you have a DHCP server on your network, a valid IP Address will be displayed. Enter the Admin ID and password. Select your camera(s). Installation The Setup Wizard 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 appear and display the MAC address and IP address of your camera and then click the Wizard button to continue. Click Next to continue.
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Installation Select DHCP if your settings and click Restart. Take a moment to manually enter the IP settings for the camera. Select Static IP if you want to confirm your camera obtains an IP address automatically from a DHCP server such as a router. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 21 Click Next to continue.
Installation Select DHCP if your settings and click Restart. Take a moment to manually enter the IP settings for the camera. Select Static IP if you want to confirm your camera obtains an IP address automatically from a DHCP server such as a router. D-Link DCS-7517 User Manual 21 Click Next to continue.