D-Link DCS-5230 User Manual
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Overview ........................................................ 3
Package Contents ...................................................3
System Requirements ............................................. 3
Introduction ..............................................................4
Hardware Overview ................................................. 5
Front ..................................................................5
Left Panel ........................................................... 6
Right Panel ........................................................ 7
Bottom Panel ..................................................... 8
Rear Panel .........................................................9
Hardware Installation .............................................10
DI/DO Input Specications ....................................... 13
Wireless Installation Considerations ...................... 14
Conguration ............................................................. 15
D-Link Setup Wizard .............................................. 15
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Enabling UPnP for Windows
Setting up a Wireless Connection with WPS .........21
XP .......................... 16
Status ............................................................... 50
Help .................................................................52
D-ViewCam Installation ............................................. 53
Adding a Camera ................................................... 56
Wireless Security.......................................................61
What is WEP? .......................................................61
What is WPA? .......................................................62
Using & Conguring the DCS-5230 with a NAT
Router ....................................................................63
Router Set-Up and Installation ......................... 67
Using & Conguring 3G Compatible Cell Phones . 70
Play from RealPlayer ....................................... 71
Play from PVPlayer .......................................... 76
Troubleshooting ........................................................ 79
Wireless Basics ......................................................... 82
Testing the DCS-5230 ........................................... 22
Viewing Your DCS-5230 ........................................ 23
Using the DCS-5230 with an Internet Browser ......24
Live Video ........................................................ 25
DCS-5230 Conguration .......................................27
Setup ...............................................................27
Maintenance .................................................... 46
Networking Basics .................................................... 87
Check your IP Address ..........................................87
Statically Assign an IP Address .............................88
Technical Specications........................................... 89
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Section 1 - Product Overview
• D-Link DCS-5230 Wireless N PTZ Network Camera
• CAT5 Ethernet Cable
• Power Adapter
• Manual and Software on CD
• Quick Install Guide
• Camera Stand
• Mounting Screws
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage than the one included with
your product will cause damage and void the warranty for this product.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Product Overview
Package Contents
System Requirements
• Windows® 2000 or XP
• At least 256MB of memory (512MB recommended)
• A wireless (802.11n or 802.11g) or Ethernet network
• Internet Explorer 6.x or higher Internet Web Browser
• VGA card resolution: 800x600 or above
• CPU: 1.3GHz or above processor (2.4GHz processor or higher with 512MB memory and a 32MB
video card is required for multiple camera viewing and recording in IP surveillance program)
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Introduction
D-Link’s 1.3 Megapixel DCS-5230 is a 802.11n (draft) wireless ptz network camera designed with home and SOHO
users in mind. The DCS-5230 delivers high quality real-time videos in MPEG-4 and JPEG allowing optimization for
both image quality and bandwidth-efciency.
The 1 Lux CMOS sensor ideal for low-light conditions and a built-in infrared LED for night surveillance allows this camera
to provide 24-hour real-time monitoring. The motorized pan/tilt controls with 16x digital zoom offer precision close up
imaging. A built-in PIR sensor provides effective motion detection capabilities. The WPS button offers a secure and
easy wireless connection setup.
The DCS-5230 features 3G mobile video support, enabling users to view a live video feed from their camera on a
compatible 3G mobile phone or PDA anywhere in a 3G coverage area. This allows users to remotely monitor the
camera without having to use a computer. D-ViewCam, IP video management software is also included to manage up
to 32 cameras simultaneously from your computer, send automated e-mail alerts, and record video to your hard drive
when motion is detected.
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Hardware Overview
Front
Microphone
This built-in microphone can be used capture audio
from sources nearby the camera.
Pyroelectric Infrared (PIR) Sensor
This sensor is used to detect motion based on
temperature variations within the immediate area.
Camera Dome
This clear dome houses the camera lens and
protects the pan/tilt/zoom apparatus.
Infrared LEDs
LEDs enclosed in the dome illuminate the camera’s
eld of vision during low-light operation.
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Left Panel
Power/Link LED
The Power LED will illuminate red when the power is turned on. The
light will remain red until the it has been initialized. The Link LED will
illuminate green once a connection is established.
WPS LED
The WPS LED will blink blue when initializing a connection, and
illuminate with solid blue once the connection has been established.
MicroSD Slot
Insert a standard MicroSD card into this slot for image storage.
WPS Button
Press this button to establish a WPS connection.
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Right Panel
Audio Out
Connect a 3.5mm audio cable for output to a speaker.
Digital I/O Connector
Connect a digital I/O device to this pin block.
Ethernet Cable Connector
The DCS-5230 features a RJ-45 connector for connections to 10Base-T
Ethernet cabling or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet cabling. The port
supports the NWay protocol, allowing the DCS-5230 to automatically
detect or negotiate the transmission speed of the network.
DC Power Connector
The DC Power input connector is labeled DC 12V with a single jack
socket to supply power to the DCS-5230.
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Bottom Panel
Reset Button
Depress this button with a straightened paper clip
for about 20 seconds to reset the camera to factory
default settings.
Mounting Socket
The silver mounting stand can be connected here if needed.
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Rear Panel
Mounting Slots
These slots can be used to mount the camera against
a wall using protruding bolts, nails, or screws.
Mounting Stand
This stand can be mounted atop or on the bottom of the
enclosure depending on the camera’s orientation.
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Hardware Installation
Standard Orientation
Attach the silver mounting stand above the dome of the camera.
Tighten the nut on the top of the mounting stand using a coin or a screwdriver.
Inverted Orientation
Set the mounting onto a at surface. Slide the camera down vertically onto the stand.
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Cable Installation
Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port located on the camera’s back panel
and attach it to the network.
Note: An Ethernet cable is required during initial setup. Once your wireless configuration
has been set up, you may disconnect the Ethernet cable and begin communicating
wirelessly with your DCS-5230.
Attach the external power supply to the DC power input connector located on the
camera’s side panel, and connect the adapter to an AC power outlet.
Connect the 3.5mm audio connector from a speaker to the Audio Out port.
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MicroSD Card Installation
Locate the MicroSD slot on the side of the camera.
Push a MicroSD card into the slot until it clicks into place.
Note: To remove a MicroSD card, gently push the card in and it will eject.
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DI/DO Input Specifications
DO (Digital Output):
Normal: Open circuit
Trigger: Short circuit
After powering on or rebooting the DCS-5230,
the camera will be in Normal mode by default.
DI (Digital Input):
Normal: No current
Trigger: 12V current
Camera External Device
As the Digital Input signal is controlled by an external device, we recommend that you set your device to feed no current
normally, and feed a 12V current only to trigger a DI event on the DCS-5230.
Example use of DI/DO:
You can connect a motion sensor to the DI port, signaling the camera to take a snapshot and to trigger an alarm
connected to the DO port.
DI: Receives signals from an outside sensor. Connect any external security device to the DI port.
DO: Triggers an output device such as a buzzer or alarm.
Note: External device ports connected to the DI or DO port must provide 12V power.
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Wireless Installation Considerations
The DCS-5230 can be accessed using a wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your
wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the quantity, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects
that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Ranges vary depending on the types of materials and
background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or ofce. The key to maximizing the wireless range is to follow
these basic guidelines:
1. Minimize the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link router and other network devices. Each
wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3 to 90 feet (1 to 30 meters).
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (0.5 meters), at a
45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet
(14 meters) thick. Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead
of at an angle) for better reception.
3. Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through open
doorways and drywall. Materials such as glass, metal, brick, insulation, concrete and water can affect
wireless performance. Large objects such as sh tanks, mirrors, le cabinets, metal doors and aluminum
studs may also have a negative effect on range.
4. Keep your product at least 3 to 6 feet (1-2 meters) away from electrical devices or appliances that
generate RF noise.
5. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones, make sure that the 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from
your wireless device as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use. In some
cases, cordless phones, X-10 wireless devices, and electronic equipment such as ceiling fans, uorescent
lights, and home security systems may dramatically degrade wireless connectivity.
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Configuration
Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link DCS-5230 Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions
will help you to search and setup your IP camera smoothly and quickly.
If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer, click Windows® Start > Run. In the Run
command box type “D:\DCS-5230.exe”, where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM. If it does start, proceed
to the next screen.
D-Link Setup Wizard
DCC will show the MAC address and IP address of your DCS-5230. If you have a DHCP* server on your network,
there will be a valid IP Address displayed at the end of DCC process. You can begin to use the IP camera now.
*A DHCP server is a device that supplies IP Addresses to its clients that are on the same network.
Click Start
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Enabling UPnP for Windows® XP
UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) is a networking architecture that provides
compatibility among networking equipment, software, and peripherals. The
DCS-5230 is an UPnP enabled Internet camera. If your operating system is
UPnP enabled, the device will be easier to congure. If you do not want to use
the UPnP functionality, it can be disabled by unchecking the Enabled UPnP
checkbox on the Advanced > Network page (see page 29). Use the following
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steps to enable UPnP settings only if you are running Windows
running Windows® 98/2000, UPnP is not available.
Go to Start > Settings. Click Control Panel.
XP. If you are
Click Add or Remove Programs
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Click Add/Remove Windows Components
The following screen will appear.
Select Networking Services.
Click Details
Select Universal Plug and Play.
Click OK
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Click Next
Please wait while Setup congures the components.
Click Finish
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To view your DCS-5230 Internet Camera in an Internet browser, go
to your Desktop and click My Network Places.
Click DCS-5230 (192.168.0.120).
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After you click on the DCS-5230 icon, your Internet browser will automatically be opened to the IP Address of the
DCS-5230, in this example it is: http://192.168.0.120. Your DCS-5230 may have a different IP Address.
http://192.168.0.120/eng/index.cgi
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Setting up a Wireless Connection with WPS
If your wireless access point or router supports push-button Wireless Protected Setup
(WPS), you can quickly congure your wireless network and camera without using the
camera’s web interface.
After plugging the power adapter to your camera and the front status LED lights up, hold
down the WPS button on the back of the camera for 3 seconds. After pressing the button,
it should start ashing blue.
Now press the WPS button on your router or access point within 1 minute to activate WPS
and allow your devices to automatically congure a wireless connection. After WPS is
successfully activated, the WPS LED on your camera will stop ashing, and will light up
solid blue, then reboot.
Note: On some routers/access points, you may need to enter the web interface to activate
WPS. Consult your product’s user manual for further assistance.
WPS Button
Press this button to establish a WPS connection.
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Testing the DCS-5230
Open your Internet browser and type in the IP address of the DCS-5230. In this example, the address is: http://192.168.0.120
(your DCS-5230 may have a different IP address based on what you used in the DCC program).
The window in the center of your browser is the camera image window. You should now see a video image and hear the
audio over your computer speakers from the DCS-5230. If you are having problems, please consult the Troubleshooting
section of this manual (page 79).
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Viewing Your DCS-5230
After all the router settings have been entered correctly, a PC user inside or outside your network will have access to
the camera through the Internet Explorer Web browser. To access the camera from the Internet, type the IP Address
of the router given to you by your ISP, followed by a colon, and the port number that you gave your camera (e.g.,
http://70.42.15.9:83). It is not necessary to enter the colon and port number if you are using the default Web server
port 80. To access from a computer on your local (home) network, simply enter the local IP Address of the Camera
followed by a colon and the port number (e.g., 192.168.0.120:83).
If you are following this manual in the order it is presented,
you should now have an operating DCS-5230 Internet Camera
congured with the Installer program. This section of the
manual will cover how to use the Internet Camera in two
methods:
Using the DCS-5230 with an Internet browser and •
accessing the screens to control and monitor the
camera.
Using IP surveillance software with the DCS-5230.•
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Using the DCS-5230 with an Internet Browser
Open your Internet Explorer Web browser and enter the IP address for your Internet Camera (http://192.168.0.120).
In the example, this address is 192.168.0.120. Your address may differ.
If a window appears asking to install a Verisign certicate for authentication click Yes. This allows the proprietary
MPEG4 video stream to be recognized by Internet Explorer.
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Live Video
The live image feed from the DCS-5230 should be visible from the device’s Live Video page on your web browser.
Client Setup:
Logout:
P/T/Z Action Pad:
Go To:
Pan/Tilt Speed:
Pan:
Stop:
Click on the Client Setup button to change
settings related to the camera connection.
Click on the Logout button to logout from the
camera server and close the browser.
Use the Pan / Tilt / Zoom Action Pad to
control the camera’s pan or tilt. The large tree
icon controls the zoom in function. The small
tree icon on the right side controls the zoom
out function. The Home button can move the
camera to the preset home position.
Select from the preset drop-down list to
quickly move the camera to the desired
preset position. (Please refer to “camera
control” setup for the preset list function).
This setting can change the camera’s Pan/
Tilt speed.
Press this button and the camera will pan from
left-most position to the right-most position
and then return to its original position.
This will stop pan and patrol.
Patrol:
Click this button to quickly move the camera to the desired patrol setup according to preset positions. (Please
refer to “camera control” setup for the preset list function).
The bottom of this page contains several icons which can be used to control the camera’s main functions.
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Video Profile:
Full Screen:
Snapshot:
Record Video:
Set Path:
Start/Stop Audio:
You can change between your different viewing proles, which you can set up in SETUP > Audio and Video.
This allows you to view the video in full screen mode. To exit full screen mode, press the ESC key on your
keyboard.
Click it to capture a snapshot image. The image will pop up in a new window. Then you may save this image
to a local hard drive.
Click this button will start or stop recording video to the le path specied with the Set Path button (to the
right).
You can change the folder your manual recordings will be saved to.
This button toggles the built-in microphone on and off, allowing you to hear audio from the area surrounding
your camera. Audio is on by default.
Start/Stop Talking:
Start/Stop Digital Output:
This will toggle audio to a speaker (not included) connected to the camera's Audio Out port. This can be used
to communicate with others near the camera.
This button will toggle the digital output on or off.
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DCS-5230 Configuration
There are 5 tabs across the top of the Conguration
screen. The LIVE VIDEO page is used for viewing
live video and audio.
The SETUP page is used for basic setup of the
DCS-5230.
The MAINTENANCE page is used for server system
maintenance.
The STATUS page will show the camera’s status
and logs.
Setup
The HELP page contains useful information about
the setup and features of the DCS-5230.
The Setup page provides the following conguration options: Wizard, Network Setup, Wireless Setup, Dynamic DNS,
Image Setup, Audio and Video, Mail and FTP, Motion Detection, Time and Date, Schedule, Access List, Camera
Control, and Logout.
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Wizard
The setup wizards guide you through initial setup of your IP camera.
You can use the Internet Connection Setup Wizard for initial network
setup, and you can use the Motion Detection Setup Wizard to set up
motion detection and snapshots. Simply follow the instructions given
in each step of the wizard to quickly set up your camera.
Alternatively, you can manually set up your Internet connection by
clicking Manual Internet Connection Setup, and you can manually
set up motion detection options by clicking on Manual Motion
Detection Setup. You can also see these settings by clicking on their
categories on the left side (Network Setup/ Wireless Setup/ Motion
Detection/ Snapshot).
Note: If the camera is set to SXGA mode in Audio and Video, Motion
Detection and Motion Triggered Snapshots are disabled.
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