D-Link DCS-950 User Manual
DCS-950 User’s Manual
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 ........................................................................ 10
Security ......................................................................................... 12
Using the Setup Wizard....................................................................... 13
Using the Configuration Menu .............................................................. 19
Home Screen .................................................................................................... 19
Table of Contents
Configuration.................................................................................................... 22
Advanced .................................................................................................... 23
Video ..................................................................................................... 23
Default Level .................................................................................... 23
Custom Level ................................................................................... 23
User ....................................................................................................... 25
LAN ........................................................................................................ 26
PPPoE .................................................................................................... 27
DDNS ..................................................................................................... 28
Tools ........................................................................................................... 29
Admin .................................................................................................... 29
System................................................................................................... 30
Default ................................................................................................... 31
Firmware................................................................................................ 32
Recording .............................................................................................. 33
Trigger ................................................................................................... 34
Motion Detection ................................................................................... 35
Port ........................................................................................................ 36
Status .......................................................................................................... 37
Device Info ............................................................................................ 37
Help ............................................................................................................. 38
Installing the DCS-950 Behind a Router ................................................... 39
Single Camera Installation ................................................................................ 39
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Multiple Camera Installation ............................................................................. 39
Assigning and Opening the HTTP Port on the DCS-950 ................................... 41
Router Setup and Installation........................................................................... 42
Assigning and Opening Virtual Server Ports .................................................... 43
Viewing Your Camera ........................................................................................ 44
IPView Lite Application Installation........................................................ 45
IPView Lite ...................................................................................... 50
How to Change the Password ........................................................................... 50
How to Add a Camera........................................................................................ 51
How to Delete a Camera .................................................................................... 53
How to Change the IP Address ......................................................................... 54
Table of Contents
1) Identify Your Camera on the Network .................................................... 40
2) Assign a Local IP Address for Your Camera .......................................... 40
3) Open the HTTP Port ............................................................................... 41
4) Open Virtual Server Ports To Enable Remote Image Viewing ................. 43
How to Format the Camera View ....................................................................... 55
How to Rotate the Video View ........................................................................... 56
How to take a Snap-Shot with the Camera ........................................................ 57
How to Start Recording .................................................................................... 57
How to Stop Recording..................................................................................... 57
Camera Property Settings................................................................................. 58
General ........................................................................................................ 58
Recording ................................................................................................... 59
Manual Recording ................................................................................. 59
Scheduled Recording ............................................................................ 60
Motion Trigger Recording ..................................................................... 61
Menu Bar .......................................................................................................... 62
File .............................................................................................................. 62
View............................................................................................................. 63
Columns ................................................................................................ 63
List View ................................................................................................ 64
Camera ........................................................................................................ 65
Enable Function..................................................................................... 65
Tools ........................................................................................................... 65
Account ................................................................................................. 66
System Configuration ............................................................................ 66
About .......................................................................................................... 67
IPView Lite Icon Description ............................................................................ 68
Context Sensitive Menu .................................................................................... 69
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Uninstall IPView Application ................................................................ 70
Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................. 72
Internet Camera Features ................................................................................. 72
Internet Camera Installation ............................................................................. 74
How to Ping Your IP Address ................................................................. 76
Time Zone Table ............................................................................... 78
Adjusting the Camera Focus ................................................................. 80
Technical Specifications ..................................................................... 81
Contacting Technical Support ............................................................... 83
Warranty ........................................................................................ 84
Registration .................................................................................... 88
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Package Contents
D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-950
Internet Camera
Cat5 Ethernet Cable
Po wer Adapter (5.0V, 2.5A)
Camera Stand with Mounting Bracket and Screws
CD-ROM with Software and Manual
Quick Installation Guide
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 y our reseller.
Package Contents
Minimum System Requirements
Local Area Network: 10Base-T Ethernet or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
Recommended: PC or Notebook to access the Internet Camera
CPU: PentiumIII, 800MHz or above (Pentium 4 2GHz processor with 512MB
memory and a 32Mb video card is required for multiple camera viewing and
recording in IPView Lite)
VGA Card Resolution: 800x600or above
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-950 Internet Camera! The DCS-950 is a
versatile and unique solution for your small office or home. Unlike a PC Camera, the
DCS-950 is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU and Web server that transmits
high quality video images for monitoring. The DCS-950 can be accessed remotely , and
controlled from any PC/Notebook over the Intranet or Internet via a web browser. The
simple installation procedure and intuitive web-based interface offer easy integration
with your Ethernet or Fast Ethernet network. The DCS-950 also comes with remote
monitoring capability for a complete and cost-effective solution.
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Features and Benefits
Simple to Use: The DCS-950 is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU,
requiring no special hardware or software such as PC frame grabber cards . The
DCS-950 supports ActiveX mode for Internet Explorer. All that is required is a
computer with Internet Explorer 6.0 or above.
Supports a V ariety of Platforms: Supporting TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other
Internet related protocols. It can also be integrated easily into other Internet/Intranet
applications because of its standards-based features.
Remote Snapshot Images and Recording: Using the Snapshot and recording
features, you can save snapshots and record video and audio directly from the
Web browser to a local hard drive without installing any software, making it
convenient to instantly capture any moment from a remote location.
Record Directly to a NAS: The DCS-950 allows y ou to record directly to a local
network area storage device without the use of a dedicated PC for storing
recorded video.
Low Light Recording: The DCS-950’ s 0.5 lux light sensitivity allows you to capture
video in rooms with minimal lighting, making it ideal for use at night time.
Features and Benefits
Ethernet or Fast Ethernet Support: The DCS-950 supports traditional wired
transmission, making the DCS-950 easy to integrate into your existing network
environment. The DCS-950 works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or
100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network.
Web Configuration: Using a standard W eb browser , Administrators can configure
and manage the Internet Camera directly from its own W eb page via the Intranet
or Internet. This means you can access your DCS-950 at an ytime from anywhere
in the world!
Remote Monitoring Utility: The IPView Lite application adds enhanced features
and functionality for the Internet Camera and allows administrators to configure
and access the Internet Camera from a remote site via Intranet or Internet. Other
features include image monitoring, recording images to a hard drive, viewing up
to 4 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots.
Broad Range of Applications: With today’s high-speed Internet services, the
Internet Camera can provide the ideal solution for live video images over the
Intranet and Internet for remote monitoring. The Internet Camera allows remote
access from a W eb bro wser f or liv e image viewing and allows the administrator
to manage and control the Internet Camera at anytime, from anywhere in the
world. Many applications exist, including industrial and public monitoring of
homes, offices, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks.
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Hardware Overview
Connections
Reset Button
Reset will be initiated when the reset
button is pressed once and P ow er LED
begins to flash.
Factory Reset will be initiated when the
reset button is pressed continuously for
ten seconds. Release the reset button
and the Power LED will begin to flash
indicating that the DCS-950’s settings
are reverting back to the f actory settings.
The IP address will also return to the
default setting of 192.168.0.20.
Hardware Overview
DC Power Connector
The DC power input connector is labeled
DC 5V with a single jack socket to
supply power to the DCS-950.
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Ethernet Cable Connector
The DCS-950 features an RJ-45
connector for connections to
10Base-T Ethernet cabling or
100Base-TX Fast Ethernet
cabling (which should be
Category 5 UTP cable). The port
supports the NWay protocol,
allowing the DCS-950 to
automatically detect or negotiate
the transmission speed of the
network. The port also suppor ts
MDI/X, which allows the use of
either straight through or crossover cables.
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LEDs
Power LED
The Power LED is positioned on the
right side of the DCS-950 lens. Steady
orange confirms that the DCS-950 is
powered ON.
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Link LED
The Link LED is positioned on the right side of the
DCS-950’s lens . It is located below the P ow er LED .
Steady green confirms a good connection to the
LAN.
Depending on the data traffic, the LED will
begin to flash to indicate that the DCS-950 is
receiving/transceiving from/to the LAN network.
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Hardware Installation
Attach the External Po wer Supply
Attach the external power supply to the DC power input connector located on the rear
panel of the DCS-950 and connect it to your local power supply.
confirmed when the orange LED Power Indicator located to the right of the lens on the
DCS-950 is illuminated.
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Note:
Po wer source is
Connect the Ethernet Cable
Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the
back panel of the DCS-950 and attach it to the network. Network Connectivity is
confirmed when the green LED Indicator on the DCS-950 located below the Power
LED is illuminated.
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Attach the Stand and Mounting Bracket
If you would like to mount the camera on a wall, you must first attach the stand and
mounting bracket. First, attach the mounting bracket to the base of the camera using the
screws provided. Next, attach the mounting bracket to the mounting pivot. Select the
stand extension you would like to use (or use both depending on the how far you want
the camera mounted from the wall) and attach it to the other end of the mounting pivot.
Finally attach the wall mount plate to the stand extension. The wall mount plate has
three screw holes that will allow you to mount the camera stand to a wall.
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Security
To ensure the highest security and prevent unauthorized usage of the DCS-950, the
Administrator has the exclusiv e privilege to authorize all users. The DCS-950 supports
multi-level password protection/access that can be restricted by the Administrator for
defined users who have a User Name and User Password.
The Administrator can release a public User Name and Password so that when remote
users access the DCS-950 they will be allowed to view the images transmitted by the
DCS-950.
Note: When the DCS-950 is used for the first time, it is highly recommended that the
Administrator set the Admin ID and Admin Password to constrain user access to the
DCS-950 since the Default settings for the Admin ID and Admin Password are both
“admin.” Once the ID and Password are defined, only the Administrator has access to
the management of the DCS-950. This procedure should be done as soon as possib le.
Security
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Using the Setup Wizard
Follow the simple steps belo w to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quic kly through the
installation process.
Insert the D-Link DCS-950 CD into your CD-ROM drive. Click Install Software.
Using the Setup Wizard
Click Installation Wizard.
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Click Next.
Using the Setup Wizard
Click Yes.
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Click Next.
Using the Setup Wizard
Click Finish.
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To run the Setup Wizard, click on Start->Programs->DCS-950 Series Setup Wizard.
Your camera’s default IP Address will be displa yed on the screen. Click Wizard to begin.
Using the Setup Wizard
By default, the Admin ID and Password are “admin” (lower case). Enter this in both
fields. To change the Admin Password, select the Change box and enter a New
Password. Click Next.
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The IP Address, Subnet Mask of your camera, Gateway, and DNS addresses must
correspond with your network settings for you to access the camera. If you are unsure
of what these settings should be, please check with your network administrator. Click
Next.
Using the Setup Wizard
If you need to make any changes, click Back to modify your camera settings. Otherwise,
click Restart to save and apply your settings. This may tak e a few minutes.
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Your setup is now complete! Wait until the Link LED on the camera begins to flash.
Click Link to launch your Web browser and view your images.
Using the Setup Wizard
Your camera is now displayed in the Web browser.
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Using the Configuration Menu
After completing the Setup Wizard, you are ready to use your camera. The Web
configuration utility is designed to easily access and configure your DCS-950. Clicking
the “Link” button will open up the main configuration page.
If you would like to open the configuration page from a Web Browser , enter the IP address
that you assigned to your DCS-950.
Using the Configuration Menu
Home Screen
When you click on “Link”, the DCS-950 Home screen will appear. Use the following
displayed options to set up and view your Internet Camera:
Wizard
Setup
Audio On
Upside Down
Mirrored
Snap Shot
Logout
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Using the Configuration Menu
Wizard:
Setup:
Audio On:
Upside Down:
Mirrored:
Snapshot:
Home Screen
This page is used to set up the DCS-950 using the Wizard to
walk you through setting up the camera for your network.
This will allow you to change the configuration settings of the
DCS-950.
This will turn on the built-in microphone on the DCS-950 . By
default the audio is turned off.
This will flip the image vertically. This feature can be used if
you choose to mount the DCS-950 upside down on the ceiling.
This will flip the image horizontally in such a way that your left
side will be on the left side of the screen and vice versa.
Click to capture a snapshot image. The image will pop up in a
new window. This image can be saved to a local hard drive.
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Using the Configuration Menu
Logout:
Nightshot:
Brightness:
On-line User:
File Path:
Start Video
Recording:
Click to log out of the DCS-950. If you would like to view or
configure the camera, you will must log in again.
Select this if the camera is operating under low light conditions.
In this setting the DCS-950 will be able to view at 0.5 Lux.
There are 5 settings each for more brightness and less
brightness from 0. After selecting your setting, please wait a
few seconds f or the camer a to adjust accordingly.
The DCS-950 will be able to detect simultaneous users
connected to it and indicate the amount with a digital readout.
The DCS-950 is able to record video from the Web Browser
into a local hard drive of the PC that is viewing it. This path can
be specified (for example, c:\dcs950\myrecording).
Clicking this button will start recording video and audio
immediately to the file path specified above.
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Configuration
Click on Setup from the Home screen to access the settings required for the DCS-950.
There will be several options in the Configuration page to choose from to setup your
DCS-950 and they are as follows:
Advanced
Video
User
LAN
PPPoE
DDNS
Tools
Admin
Time
Using the Configuration Menu
System
Firmware
Recording
Trigger
Status
Device Info
Help
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Advanced
The Advanced tab provides the following configuration options: Video, User, LAN,
PPPoE, and DDNS.
Video
Using the Configuration Menu
Default Level
Quality:
Capture
Resolution:
Custom Level
Capture
Resolution:
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Advanced > Video
Select the viewing video quality. By default the quality is set to
High.
This is the size of the video display. By default the capture
resolution is set to VGA (640x480).
This is the size of the video display. By default the capture
resolution is set to VGA (640x480).
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Using the Configuration Menu
MPEG Sequence
Mode:
Frame Rate:
Bit Rate:
Camera Name:
I-frame and P-frame mode and I-frame and BP-frames are
selectable. This determines how many repeated P frames will
appear after one I frame. A large “K ey frame interval” can reduce
the bit rate, but can cause image to be corrupted longer if there
is packet loss while transmitting. The video quality may be poor
due to the sending of maximum frame rate within the limited
bandwidth when images are moving rapidly. Consequently, to
ensure detailed video quality (quantization rate) regardless of
the network, it will utilize more bandwidth to send the maximum
frames when images change drastically.
This is the refresh frame rate. By default the frame rate is set to
15 frames per second (fps).
The higher the bit-rate the better the picture quality, but at the
same time the file size will also be larger. For low bandwidth
network a lower bit rate than 352k is advised
The camera name will display as the title of the window within
the Windo ws operating system. This name will also appear on
the log-in screen (once a password has been set).
Motion Detection:
Select to enable or disable motion detection. By default, motion
detection is disabled.
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User
Using the Configuration Menu
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User Name:
Password:
User List:
Advanced > User
Enter the user name in this field. A maximum of 32 user names
are allowed, however each user name must be different. Each
user name can be used as a group. For example, if the
Username is Guest and the User Password is Guest, any one
can access the DCS-950 using this information. The maximum
length for the User Name is 16 characters (Printable ASCII).
Enter the user’s password you want to assign to the specific
Username. The maximum password length is 16 characters
(Printable ASCII).
The User List displays all the user names that have access to
the DCS-950. To delete a user, click on the corresponding trash
can icon.
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LAN
Using the Configuration Menu
LAN Settings:
Advanced > LAN
If you are using a LAN connection, select either Static IP or
DHCP Client. If manually assigning a Static IP, enter your IP
Address, IP Subnet Mask, Gateway IP Address, and DNS into
the fields provided.
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PPPoE
Using the Configuration Menu
PPPoE:
Advanced > PPPoE
If you are using a PPP oE connection, clic k the Yes button and
enter the User Name and Password for your PPPoE account.
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