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Package Contents

Package Contents

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D-Link SECURICAM Network DCS-2100 Internet Camera

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Cat5 Ethernet Cable

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Power Adapter (5.0V, 2A)

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CD-ROM with Software and Manual

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Quick Installation Guide

Minimum System Requirements

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Internet Explorer 6.x or higher Internet Web Browser

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CPU: Pentium III, 800MHz or above

(Pentium 4 2GHz plus processor with 512Mb memory and a 32Mb video card is

required for multiple camera viewing and recording in IP Surveillance)

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Memory Size: 128Mb

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VGA Card Resolution: 800x600 or above

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.

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Introduction

The D-Link SECURICAM Network

DCS-2100

Internet Camera is full featured

surveillance system that connects to an Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, or broadband Internet

connection to provide remote high-quality video. The

DCS-2100

differs from a

conventional PC Camera because it is a standalone system with a built-in CPU and

Web server, providing a low-cost solution capable of solving demanding security and

home/office monitoring needs. Snapshot enables you to save a snapshot image

directly

from any Web browser to a local hard drive without installing any software. With 1.0 lux

light sensitivity, the

DCS-2100

is capable of capturing video in rooms with minimal

lighting. You can also zoom in on all the action with the

DCS-2100

’s 4x digital zoom

1

feature. The

DCS-2100

gives you the ability to monitor your home/office using an Internet

browser from any where in the world! Simple installation procedures, along with the

built-in Web-based interface offers easy integration to your network environments.

1

4x digital zoom enlarges an image by magnifying the pixels in a selected portion of the image by 4 times.

Introduction

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Features and Benefits

Features and Benefits

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Supports a Variety of Platforms:

Supporting TCP/IP networking, SMTP e-mail,

HTTP and other Internet related protocols, the

DCS-2100

Internet Camera can

be integrated easily into other Internet/Intranet applications because of its

standards-based features.

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Remote Snapshot Images: Using the Snapshot feature, you save snapshots

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.

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Low Light Recording and 4x Digital Zoom: The

DCS-2100

’s 1.0 lux light sensitivity

allows you to capture video in rooms with minimal lighting, making it ideal for

use at night time. The camera also features 4x digital zoom for closer viewing.

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Web Configuration:

Using the Internet Explorer Web browser, administrators can

configure and manage the Internet Camera directly from its own Web page via

the Intranet or the Internet. Up to 20 user names and passwords are permitted,

with privilege settings controlled by the administrator.

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Powerful Surveillance and Remote Monitoring Utility:

The powerful IP surveillance

software application assigns an administrator with a pre-defined user ID and

password who can modify the Internet Camera settings from a remote site via an

Intranet or the Internet. Administrators are allowed to monitor the image, record

the image to a hard drive, and take snapshots.

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Broad Range of Applications: With today’s high-speed Internet, the Internet

Camera provides the ideal solution for live video images over the Intranet and

Internet for remote monitoring. The

DCS-2100

allows remote access from an

Internet Explorer Web browser for live image viewing and allows the administrator

to manage and control the Internet Camera anywhere and any time. Apply the

Internet Camera to monitor various objects and places such as homes, offices,

banks, hospitals, child-care centers, amusement parks and other varieties of

industrial and public monitoring. The Internet Camera can also be used for intruder

detection with its motion-detection mode, capture still images and video images

for archiving and many more applications. The wireless capability means you

can place the camera where it is inconvenient to install network cables.

Note: Use of audio or video equipment for recording the image or voice of a person without their knowledge

and consent is prohibited in certain states or jurisdictions. Nothing herein represents a warranty or

representation that the D-Link product provided herein is suitable for the end-user’s intended use under the

applicable laws of his or her state. D-Link disclaims any liability whatsoever for any end-user use of the D-

Link product, which fails to comply with applicable state, local, or federal laws.

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Hardware Overview

Hardware Overview

Connections

Ethernet Cable Connector

The

DCS-2100

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-2100

to automatically detect or negotiate

the transmission speed of the network.

Reset Button

Reset will be initiated when the

reset button is pressed once and

Power LED begins to flash.

Factory Reset will be initiated

when the reset button is pressed

continuously for ten seconds or

when the Power LED begins to

light up. Release the reset button

and the Power LED will begin to

flash

indicating

that

the

DCS-2100’s

settings

are

reverting back to the factory

settings.

DC Power Connector

The DC power input connector is

labeled

DC 5V

with a single jack

socket to supply power to the

DCS-2100

.

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Hardware Overview

LEDs

Power LED

The power LED is position in the

center of the camera below the

Internet Camera Lens. As soon as

the power adapter is connected to

the camera, the power LED will flash

red and blue several times,

indicating that the

DCS-2100

is

conducting a self-test. Upon passing

the self test, the LED will turn blue

indicating a good connection to an

Ethernet port, or red indicating that

no connection has been made.