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... 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 countries. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual i Manual Overview D-Link reserves the right to revise this document may not be reproduced, in whole or in...
... 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 countries. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual i Manual Overview D-Link reserves the right to revise this document may not be reproduced, in whole or in...
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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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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 - 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.
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Product Overview Introduction The DCS-8300LH is compatible) • Email account (for your office. The simple installation and intuitive mobile app interface offer you an easy and convenient way to look ... a 137-degree wide-angle lens that allow the camera to check whether your device is a versatile and unique solution for mydlink™ service registration) D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 2 The DCS-8300LH can be accessed from anywhere with event notification features, will help to bring you peace of your family or check in low-light or completely...
Product Overview Introduction The DCS-8300LH is compatible) • Email account (for your office. The simple installation and intuitive mobile app interface offer you an easy and convenient way to look ... a 137-degree wide-angle lens that allow the camera to check whether your device is a versatile and unique solution for mydlink™ service registration) D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 2 The DCS-8300LH can be accessed from anywhere with event notification features, will help to bring you peace of your family or check in low-light or completely...
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D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 3 Section 1 - 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.
D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 3 Section 1 - 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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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 - 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
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Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Status LED Connected to Wi-Fi and mydlink Powering on Ready for set up Upgrading firmware - Section 1 - do not power off D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 5
Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Status LED Connected to Wi-Fi and mydlink Powering on Ready for set up Upgrading firmware - Section 1 - do not power off D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 5
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... power to the device. • Be sure to plug the device into a properly grounded electrical outlet in your camera is not controlled by a wall switch. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 6 Before you Begin Plan the location of the safety and operating instructions before using device: • Do not open the device or attempt to repair...
... power to the device. • Be sure to plug the device into a properly grounded electrical outlet in your camera is not controlled by a wall switch. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 6 Before you Begin Plan the location of the safety and operating instructions before using device: • Do not open the device or attempt to repair...
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...noise. Try to 6 feet) from electrical devices or appliances that the number of your wireless network. Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera lets you view video footage from 1 to 30 meters (3 to be almost 1 meter (3 feet) thick. Keep the ... or business. Position devices so that the number, thickness and location of walls and ceilings between network devices. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 7 At a 2-degree angle it looks over 14 meters (42 feet) thick! each wall or ceiling can reduce your wireless signal. 4.
...noise. Try to 6 feet) from electrical devices or appliances that the number of your wireless network. Section 2 - Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera lets you view video footage from 1 to 30 meters (3 to be almost 1 meter (3 feet) thick. Keep the ... or business. Position devices so that the number, thickness and location of walls and ceilings between network devices. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 7 At a 2-degree angle it looks over 14 meters (42 feet) thick! each wall or ceiling can reduce your wireless signal. 4.
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D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 8 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 existing account. Note: If you are turned on in to send notifications, select Allow. Section 2 - Make sure location services and Bluetooth are asked about allowing the app to access your location or to 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 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 existing account. Note: If you are turned on in to send notifications, select Allow. Section 2 - Make sure location services and Bluetooth are asked about allowing the app to access your location or to 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.
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Installation 3/ After logging in, tap the Menu button in the top-left corner. 4/ Select Add a Device. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the device setup. Section 2 - D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 9
Installation 3/ After logging in, tap the Menu button in the top-left corner. 4/ Select Add a Device. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the device setup. Section 2 - D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 9
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D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 10 You can use a pencil to support the screws first. Installation Mounting the Camera 1/ Rotate the mounting bracket counter-clockwise and remove it from the ...
D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 10 You can use a pencil to support the screws first. Installation Mounting the Camera 1/ Rotate the mounting bracket counter-clockwise and remove it from the ...
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Installation 4/ Place the mounting bracket over the mounting bracket with the holes in the wall. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 11 Make sure to align the holes with the alignment nub pointing left . 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. 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. Section 2 -
Installation 4/ Place the mounting bracket over the mounting bracket with the holes in the wall. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 11 Make sure to align the holes with the alignment nub pointing left . 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. 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. Section 2 -
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...appear different. After setting up your DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera with a mydlink account in the mydlink app, you will be able to remotely access your mydlink account, you will see a live video feed of the app. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 12 After signing into your camera ...through the app. Tap the shortcut link to your camera on the carousel > . Section 3 - mydlink Using the mydlink App Controlling Your Device...
...appear different. After setting up your DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera with a mydlink account in the mydlink app, you will be able to remotely access your mydlink account, you will see a live video feed of the app. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 12 After signing into your camera ...through the app. Tap the shortcut link to your camera on the carousel > . Section 3 - mydlink Using the mydlink App Controlling Your Device...
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... mydlink app, but only one-way at a time. 720p Video Resolution Tap 720p to review various live video options such as microphone and video quality. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 13 Snapshot Options Toggle Tap this button to toggle the Options menu. mydlink Camera Options On the bottom half of the video stream. Audio Tap...
... mydlink app, but only one-way at a time. 720p Video Resolution Tap 720p to review various live video options such as microphone and video quality. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 13 Snapshot Options Toggle Tap this button to toggle the Options menu. mydlink Camera Options On the bottom half of the video stream. Audio Tap...
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OR D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 14 Section 3 - The device page contains several options for you to your camera. 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 Section 3 - The device page contains several options for you to your camera. 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.
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... network this device from the microSD card to enable Privacy Mode. matic updates. 12 14 Current Firmware Version This displays your mydlink account. 15 16 D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 15 Privacy mode will turn off the LED until you 1 wish to use to connect 4 Wi-Fi to mydlink Cloud from here and 10 view...
... network this device from the microSD card to enable Privacy Mode. matic updates. 12 14 Current Firmware Version This displays your mydlink account. 15 16 D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 15 Privacy mode will turn off the LED until you 1 wish to use to connect 4 Wi-Fi to mydlink Cloud from here and 10 view...
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... internet connection Why is within range of a the Wi-Fi network you must register your DCS-8300LH remotely through the Internet? What do I access my DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera remotely through the Internet using the free mydlink app. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 16 You can I do this using the mydlink app, you set it . To reset...
... internet connection Why is within range of a the Wi-Fi network you must register your DCS-8300LH remotely through the Internet? What do I access my DCS-8300LH HD Wi-Fi Camera remotely through the Internet using the free mydlink app. D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 16 You can I do this using the mydlink app, you set it . To reset...
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... a snapshot when the device detects motion/sound • Push Notifications with quick action buttons: • Call up to 2 designated contact numbers • Live view button D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 17 Appendix A - Resolution: 1080p (1920 x 1080) at up to 30 fps • 2T2R supports a maximum data rate of view (16:9): • Horizontal: 137° •...
... a snapshot when the device detects motion/sound • Push Notifications with quick action buttons: • Call up to 2 designated contact numbers • Live view button D-Link DCS-8300LH User Manual 17 Appendix A - Resolution: 1080p (1920 x 1080) at up to 30 fps • 2T2R supports a maximum data rate of view (16:9): • Horizontal: 137° •...
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... °F) • 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
... °F) • 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