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• 3G Compatibility: Offers customers the ability to view live video streams from a compatible 3G cell phone. The

live camera feed can be pulled from a 3G cellular network by using a compatible cell phone with a 3G video

player.

• Supports a Variety of Platforms: Supporting TCP/IP networking, SMTP e-mail, HTTP and other Internet related

protocols, the DCS-5220 Internet Camera can be integrated into other Internet/Intranet applications because

of its standards-based features.

• Remote Snapshot Images/ Video Clip: You can save snapshots/video clips directly from the Web browser to a

local hard drive without installing any additional software, making it convenient to instantly capture any moment

from a remote location.

• Low Light Recording and 4x Digital Zoom: The DCS-5220’s 0.5 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.

• 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.

• Powerful Surveillance and Remote Monitoring Utility: The powerful IP surveillance software allows an administrator

to modify the Internet Camera settings from a remote site via the Intranet or the Internet. Administrators are

capable of monitoring live video feeds as well as recording video and taking snapshots.

•Variety Data Archive: Record video clips directly onto a Network Attached Storage (NAS) or to a network-based

computer. The DCS-5220 allows you to schedule both recorded video and snapshots to be uploaded onto an

FTP server or sent via e-mail.

• 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-5220 allows remote access

from an Internet Explorer Web browser for live image viewing with audio 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

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

Features

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Antenna Connector

One antenna is included with the DCS-5220. It is fastened onto the antenna connector located on

the back panel, which is used to provide a connection with a wireless network.

Power LED

As soon as the power adapter is connected to the camera, the red LED and the green LED light will both appear

steady on. As the camera is booting, a flashing red LED and steady green LED light will appear next.

The red LED will be turned off during self-test. Upon passing the self-test, a steady red LED and flashing

green LED light will appear, indicating a good connection to the Ethernet port.

Microphone

The DCS-5220 Internet Camera has a built-in internal

microphone.

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Ethernet Cable Connector

The DCS-5220 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-5220 to automatically detect or negotiate

the transmission speed of the network.

Reset Button

When the reset button is pressed, the power and activity LED light will both

appear steady on. While pressing the reset button both LEDs will begin to

flash, indicating that the DCS-5220’s settings are now restored to factory

default. Release the reset button.

DC Power Connector

The DC Power input connector is labeled DC 12V with a single jack

socket to supply power to the DCS-5220.

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Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector located on the Internet Camera’s

back panel and attach it to the network.

Note:

It is required that an Ethernet cable is used during initial setup. Once your wireless

configuration is set, you may disconnect the Ethernet cable and begin communicating

wirelessly with your DCS-5220.

Attach the external power supply to the DC power input connector located on the

Internet Camera’s back panel (labeled DC 12V) and connect it to an AC power

outlet.

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Wireless Installation Considerations

The D-Link Wireless PT Internet Camera lets you access your network using a wireless connection from virtually

anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness and

location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. Typical

ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business.

The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:

1

. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the D-Link adapter and other network devices to a

minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position

your devices so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

2

. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.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

. Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative effect on

range. Try to position access points, wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through

drywall or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water

(fish tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless signal.

4

. Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical devices or appliances that

generate RF noise.

5

. If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products such as ceiling fans, lights, and

home security systems), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make

sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits

a signal even if the phone in not in use.