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DCS-950 User's Manual Table of Contents Table Of Contents Package Contents 5 Minimum System Requirements 5 Introduction 6 Features and Benefits 7 Hardware Overview 8 Connections ...8 LEDs ...9 Hardware Installation ......33 System ...34 Default ...35 Firmware 36 Recording 37 Trigger ...38 Motion Detection 39 Port ...40 Status ...41 Device Info 41 Help ...42 Installing the DCS-950 Behind a Router 43 Single Camera Installation 43 Multiple Camera Installation 43 D-Link Systems, Inc. 2
DCS-950 User's Manual Table of Contents Table Of Contents Package Contents 5 Minimum System Requirements 5 Introduction 6 Features and Benefits 7 Hardware Overview 8 Connections ...8 LEDs ...9 Hardware Installation ......33 System ...34 Default ...35 Firmware 36 Recording 37 Trigger ...38 Motion Detection 39 Port ...40 Status ...41 Device Info 41 Help ...42 Installing the DCS-950 Behind a Router 43 Single Camera Installation 43 Multiple Camera Installation 43 D-Link Systems, Inc. 2
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...Camera on the Network 44 2) Assign a Local IP Address for Your Camera 44 Assigning and Opening the HTTP Port on the DCS-950...Camera 48 IPView Lite Application Installation 49 IPView Lite 54 How to Change the Password 54 How to Add a Camera 55 How to Delete a Camera... 57 How to Change the IP Address 58 How to Format the Camera View 59 How to Rotate the Video View 60 How to take a Snap-Shot with the Camera... 61 How to Start Recording 61 How to Stop Recording 61 Camera ......67 Columns 67 List View 68 Camera ...69 Enable Function 69 Tools ...69...
...Camera on the Network 44 2) Assign a Local IP Address for Your Camera 44 Assigning and Opening the HTTP Port on the DCS-950...Camera 48 IPView Lite Application Installation 49 IPView Lite 54 How to Change the Password 54 How to Add a Camera 55 How to Delete a Camera... 57 How to Change the IP Address 58 How to Format the Camera View 59 How to Rotate the Video View 60 How to take a Snap-Shot with the Camera... 61 How to Start Recording 61 How to Stop Recording 61 Camera ......67 Columns 67 List View 68 Camera ...69 Enable Function 69 Tools ...69...
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DCS-950 User's Manual Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions 76 Internet Camera Features 76 Internet Camera Installation 78 How to Ping Your IP Address 80 Time Zone Table 82 Adjusting the Camera Focus 84 Technical Specifications 85 Contacting Technical Support 87 Warranty 88 Registration 92 D-Link Systems, Inc. 4
DCS-950 User's Manual Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions 76 Internet Camera Features 76 Internet Camera Installation 78 How to Ping Your IP Address 80 Time Zone Table 82 Adjusting the Camera Focus 84 Technical Specifications 85 Contacting Technical Support 87 Warranty 88 Registration 92 D-Link Systems, Inc. 4
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... recording in IPView Lite) VGA Card Resolution: 800x600or above (Pentium 4 2GHz processor with your reseller. DCS-950 User's Manual Package Contents D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-950 Internet Camera Cat5 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter (5.0V, 2.5A) Camera Stand with Mounting Bracket and Screws CD-ROM with Software and Manual Quick Installation Guide...
... recording in IPView Lite) VGA Card Resolution: 800x600or above (Pentium 4 2GHz processor with your reseller. DCS-950 User's Manual Package Contents D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-950 Internet Camera Cat5 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter (5.0V, 2.5A) Camera Stand with Mounting Bracket and Screws CD-ROM with Software and Manual Quick Installation Guide...
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... your Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. The DCS-950 can be accessed remotely, and controlled from any PC/Notebook over the Intranet or Internet via a web browser. D-Link Systems, Inc. 6 The simple installation procedure and intuitive web-based interface offer easy integration with your small of the DCS-950 Internet Camera! The DCS-950 is a stand-alone system with...
... your Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. The DCS-950 can be accessed remotely, and controlled from any PC/Notebook over the Intranet or Internet via a web browser. D-Link Systems, Inc. 6 The simple installation procedure and intuitive web-based interface offer easy integration with your small of the DCS-950 Internet Camera! The DCS-950 is a stand-alone system with...
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D-Link Systems, Inc. 7 The Internet Camera allows remote access from a Web browser for remote monitoring. The DCS-950 works with minimal lighting, making it ideal for use at night time. Ethernet or Fast Ethernet Support: The DCS-950 supports traditional wired transmission, making it... into your DCS-950 at anytime, from a remote site via Intranet or Internet. Many applications exist, including industrial and public monitoring of homes, of Applications: With today's high-speed Internet services, the Internet Camera can access your existing network environment. All...
D-Link Systems, Inc. 7 The Internet Camera allows remote access from a Web browser for remote monitoring. The DCS-950 works with minimal lighting, making it ideal for use at night time. Ethernet or Fast Ethernet Support: The DCS-950 supports traditional wired transmission, making it... into your DCS-950 at anytime, from a remote site via Intranet or Internet. Many applications exist, including industrial and public monitoring of homes, of Applications: With today's high-speed Internet services, the Internet Camera can access your existing network environment. All...
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To attach the mounting bracket to the Camera, simply attach the Camera's base to the wall. D-Link Systems, Inc. 11 DCS-950 User's Manual Hardware Installation Attach the Mounting Bracket If you would like to mount the camera on a wall, locate the necessary screws and continue with securing the bracket to the bracket (see illustration below).
To attach the mounting bracket to the Camera, simply attach the Camera's base to the wall. D-Link Systems, Inc. 11 DCS-950 User's Manual Hardware Installation Attach the Mounting Bracket If you would like to mount the camera on a wall, locate the necessary screws and continue with securing the bracket to the bracket (see illustration below).
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D-Link Systems, Inc. 19 Using the Setup Wizard To run the Setup Wizard, click on the screen. Your camera's default IP Address will be displayed on Start->Programs->DCS-950 Series Setup Wizard. Click Wizard to begin. DCS-950 User's Manual Click Finish.
D-Link Systems, Inc. 19 Using the Setup Wizard To run the Setup Wizard, click on the screen. Your camera's default IP Address will be displayed on Start->Programs->DCS-950 Series Setup Wizard. Click Wizard to begin. DCS-950 User's Manual Click Finish.
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D-Link Systems, Inc. 20 DCS-950 User's Manual Using the Setup Wizard By default, the Admin ID and Password are unsure of your camera, Gateway, and DNS addresses must correspond with your network settings for you are "admin" (lower case). The IP Address, Subnet Mask of what these settings should be, please check with your network administrator. If you to access the camera. Enter this in both fields. Click Next. Click Next. To change the Admin Password, select the Change box and enter a New Password.
D-Link Systems, Inc. 20 DCS-950 User's Manual Using the Setup Wizard By default, the Admin ID and Password are unsure of your camera, Gateway, and DNS addresses must correspond with your network settings for you are "admin" (lower case). The IP Address, Subnet Mask of what these settings should be, please check with your network administrator. If you to access the camera. Enter this in both fields. Click Next. Click Next. To change the Admin Password, select the Change box and enter a New Password.
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Otherwise, click Restart to save and apply your camera settings. Your setup is now complete! This may take a few minutes. Wait until the Link LED on the camera begins to launch your Web browser and view your images. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21 DCS-950 User's Manual Using the Setup Wizard If you need to make any changes, click Back to modify your settings. Click Link to flash.
Otherwise, click Restart to save and apply your camera settings. Your setup is now complete! This may take a few minutes. Wait until the Link LED on the camera begins to launch your Web browser and view your images. D-Link Systems, Inc. 21 DCS-950 User's Manual Using the Setup Wizard If you need to make any changes, click Back to modify your settings. Click Link to flash.
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Using the Setup Wizard D-Link Systems, Inc. 22 DCS-950 User's Manual Your camera is now displayed in the Web browser.
Using the Setup Wizard D-Link Systems, Inc. 22 DCS-950 User's Manual Your camera is now displayed in the Web browser.
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.... Home Screen When you assigned to your camera. If you would like to open the configuration page from a Web Browser, enter the IP address that you click on "Link", the DCS-950 Home screen will open up and view your DCS-950. DCS-950 User's Manual Using the Configuration ...Menu Using the Configuration Menu After completing the Setup Wizard, you are ready to use your DCS-950.
.... Home Screen When you assigned to your camera. If you would like to open the configuration page from a Web Browser, enter the IP address that you click on "Link", the DCS-950 Home screen will open up and view your DCS-950. DCS-950 User's Manual Using the Configuration ...Menu Using the Configuration Menu After completing the Setup Wizard, you are ready to use your DCS-950.
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...ceiling. This will flip the image horizontally in a new window. This will pop up the camera for your left side of the DCS-950. Click to mount the DCS-950 upside down on the DCS-950 . This image can be saved to a local hard drive. 24 The image will flip ... to walk you through setting up in such a way that your network. This will allow you choose to capture a snapshot image. DCS-950 User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Wizard: Setup: Audio On: Upside Down: Mirrored: Snapshot: D-Link Systems, Inc. Home Screen This page is turned off.
...ceiling. This will flip the image horizontally in a new window. This will pop up the camera for your left side of the DCS-950. Click to mount the DCS-950 upside down on the DCS-950 . This image can be saved to a local hard drive. 24 The image will flip ... to walk you through setting up in such a way that your network. This will allow you choose to capture a snapshot image. DCS-950 User's Manual Using the Configuration Menu Wizard: Setup: Audio On: Upside Down: Mirrored: Snapshot: D-Link Systems, Inc. Home Screen This page is turned off.
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... please wait a few seconds for the camera to view or configure the camera, you will be able to view at 0.5 Lux. The DCS-950 is able to record video from 0. Clicking this setting the DCS-950 will must log in again. The DCS-950 will start recording video and audio immediately to...amount with a digital readout. D-Link Systems, Inc. 25 In this button will be specified (for more brightness and less brightness from the Web Browser into a local hard drive of the DCS-950. If you would like to adjust accordingly. Select this if the camera is operating under low light ...
... please wait a few seconds for the camera to view or configure the camera, you will be able to view at 0.5 Lux. The DCS-950 is able to record video from 0. Clicking this setting the DCS-950 will must log in again. The DCS-950 will start recording video and audio immediately to...amount with a digital readout. D-Link Systems, Inc. 25 In this button will be specified (for more brightness and less brightness from the Web Browser into a local hard drive of the DCS-950. If you would like to adjust accordingly. Select this if the camera is operating under low light ...
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...the sending of the window within the limited bandwidth when images are selectable. By default the frame rate is disabled. For low bandwidth network a lower bit rate than 352k is the refresh frame rate. This name will display as the title of maximum frame rate within ... drastically. This determines how many repeated P frames will utilize more bandwidth to 15 frames per second (fps). D-Link Systems, Inc. 28 DCS-950 User's Manual MPEG Sequence Mode: Frame Rate: Bit Rate: Camera Name: Motion Detection: Using the Configuration Menu I-frame and P-frame mode and I frame. A large...
...the sending of the window within the limited bandwidth when images are selectable. By default the frame rate is disabled. For low bandwidth network a lower bit rate than 352k is the refresh frame rate. This name will display as the title of maximum frame rate within ... drastically. This determines how many repeated P frames will utilize more bandwidth to 15 frames per second (fps). D-Link Systems, Inc. 28 DCS-950 User's Manual MPEG Sequence Mode: Frame Rate: Bit Rate: Camera Name: Motion Detection: Using the Configuration Menu I-frame and P-frame mode and I frame. A large...
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... Time to default time servers. This is optional. The current camera date. Enter the IP address or domain name of the camera with computer time: Set the Time: Time Zone: Daylight Saving Time: D-Link Systems, Inc. Used to adjust for local settings. DCS-950 User's Manual System Using the Configuration Menu Time: Date...
... Time to default time servers. This is optional. The current camera date. Enter the IP address or domain name of the camera with computer time: Set the Time: Time Zone: Daylight Saving Time: D-Link Systems, Inc. Used to adjust for local settings. DCS-950 User's Manual System Using the Configuration Menu Time: Date...
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D-Link Systems, Inc. 35 DCS-950 User's Manual Default Using the Configuration Menu Restart: Default: Tools > Default Click the Restart button to the initial status when shipped from the factory. Click the Restore button to restore factory default settings.This means that any changes made will be lost and the system will be reset to restart the camera system.
D-Link Systems, Inc. 35 DCS-950 User's Manual Default Using the Configuration Menu Restart: Default: Tools > Default Click the Restart button to the initial status when shipped from the factory. Click the Restore button to restore factory default settings.This means that any changes made will be lost and the system will be reset to restart the camera system.
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...Click to 80.You may change the port number if using multiple cameras. 40 The graphic bars will increase or decrease depending on the image variation. Web Port: D-Link Systems, Inc. By default the port is the port that window. DCS-950 User's Manual Save: Open MSD: Port Using the Confi...;guration Menu Saves the related settings of motion detected in each motion window. The MSD window allows you to monitor the amount of that allows the user to connect to the camera's user interface.
...Click to 80.You may change the port number if using multiple cameras. 40 The graphic bars will increase or decrease depending on the image variation. Web Port: D-Link Systems, Inc. By default the port is the port that window. DCS-950 User's Manual Save: Open MSD: Port Using the Confi...;guration Menu Saves the related settings of motion detected in each motion window. The MSD window allows you to monitor the amount of that allows the user to connect to the camera's user interface.
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...port is the port used to open up your router/gateway for use with your camera for Port Mapping; You may change the port number if using multiple cameras. Device Info Status > Device Info D-Link Systems, Inc. 41 By default the port is the port that allows the ...user to connect to the next section on your camera via the Internet. this will enable remote viewing of your router, the Web server (HTTP) port. DCS-950 User's...
...port is the port used to open up your router/gateway for use with your camera for Port Mapping; You may change the port number if using multiple cameras. Device Info Status > Device Info D-Link Systems, Inc. 41 By default the port is the port that allows the ...user to connect to the next section on your camera via the Internet. this will enable remote viewing of your router, the Web server (HTTP) port. DCS-950 User's...
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DCS-950 User's Manual Installing the DCS-950 Behind a Router Installing the DCS-950 Behind a Router Single Camera Installation If you are installing a single camera on your network the installation is an easy 4-step procedure: 1) Identify Your Camera on the Network 2) Assign a Local IP Address for Your Camera 3) Determine Your Router's WAN IP Address (Enable Remote Viewing) 4) Open Virtual Server Ports for Your...
DCS-950 User's Manual Installing the DCS-950 Behind a Router Installing the DCS-950 Behind a Router Single Camera Installation If you are installing a single camera on your network the installation is an easy 4-step procedure: 1) Identify Your Camera on the Network 2) Assign a Local IP Address for Your Camera 3) Determine Your Router's WAN IP Address (Enable Remote Viewing) 4) Open Virtual Server Ports for Your...