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D-Link SecuriCam
DCS-900W
Internet Camera
Manual
Version 1.20
Building Networks for People
(04/01/04)
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Contents Package Contents ...............................................................3 Introduction ..........................................................................4 Hardware Installation ............................................................9 Security ..............................................................................10 Using the Setup Wizard .....................................................11 DCS-900W Configuration.............................................
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Package Contents Package Contents: • One DCS-900W Internet Camera • One Installation CD-ROM • One 802.11b Antenna • One AC power adapter • One Camera Stand • One Category 5 Ethernet Cable If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements: Local Area Network: 10Base-T Ethernet or 100BaseTX Fast Ethernet Wireless Local Area Network: 802.11b Wireless Router or Access Point Recommended: PC, Mac or Notebook to access the Internet Camera Web Config
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Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-900W Internet Camera! The DCS-900W is a versatile and unique solution for your small office or home. Unlike a PC Camera, the DCS-900W is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU and Web server that trans- mits high quality video images for monitoring. The DCS-900W can be accessed re- motely, and controlled from any PC/Notebook over the Intranet or Internet via a web browser. The simple installation procedure and intuitive web-based inte
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Features & Benefits (continued) Web Configuration Using a standard Web browser, Administrators can configure and manage the Internet Camera directly from its own Web page via the Intranet or Internet. This means you can access your DCS-900W at anytime 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
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Connections Rear Panel view 802.11b Antenna Ethernet Cable Connector Reset Button DC Power Connector 802.11b Antenna The DCS-900W features an 802.11b wireless antenna for 802.11b wireless connectivity to your existing wireless network. The DCS-900W can be used in conjuction with an 802.11b compliant access point or router. EthernetCable Connector The DCS-900W features an RJ-45 connector for connections to 10Base-T Ethernet cabling or 100Base-TX Fast Ethernet cabling (which should be Category 5
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Connections (continued) Bottom Panel view Stand Mount 7
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LEDS LED stands for Light-Emitting Diode. Front view Power LED LAN LED Power LED The Power LED is positioned on the right side of the DCS-900W lens. Steady green confirms that the DCS-900W is powered ON. Note: There are three settings for the Power LED for monitoring purposes: Normal / Off / Dummy. Please refer to the DCS-900W Camera Configuration section on P. 24 for detailed information and usage. LAN LED The LAN LED is positioned on the right side of the DCS-900W’s lens. It is located below
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Hardware Installation Attach the Antenna Locate the antenna included with your DCS-900W and attach it to the antenna connector located on the back of the DCS-900W. Attach the Swivel Stand Locate the stand mount on the bottom of the DCS- 900W and screw on the swivel stand. Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the back panel of the DCS-900W and attach it to the network. Attach the External Power Supply Attach the external power su
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Security To ensure the highest security and prevent unauthorized usage of the DCS-900W, the Administrator has the exclusive privilege to create all users. The DCS-900W 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-900W they will be allowed to view the images transmitted by the DCS-900W. Note:
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Using the Setup Wizard Follow the simple steps below to run the Setup Wizard to guide you quickly through the installation process. Insert the D-Link DCS-900W CD into your CD-ROM drive. Click Install Software Click Install Wizard Click Next 11
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Using the Setup Wizard (continued) Click Yes Click Next Click Finish 12
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Using the Setup Wizard (continued) To run the Setup Wizard, click on Start->Programs->DCS-900W Series Setup Wizard. Your camera’s IP Address will be displayed here if it is valid. Click Wizard to begin You must change the Admin ID and Password immediately to protect your camera against unauthorized access. By default, the Admin ID and Password are blank. To change the Admin ID and Password, select both Change boxes and enter a New ID and New Password. Click Next 13
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Using the Setup Wizard (continued) The IP Address, Subnet Mask of your camera and Gateway 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 The Connection Mode depends on how your camera is connected to your network. Click Infrastructure for use with a router or Adhoc for a peer-to-peer connection. The Network Name, Wireless Channel, and Encryption Keys MUST corres
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Using the Setup Wizard (continued) If you need to make any changes, click Back to modify your camera settings. Otherwise, click Restart to save and apply your settings. Your setup is now complete! Click Link to launch your Web browser and view your images. Click Link 15
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Using the Setup Wizard (continued) If you change any of the default settings in the Setup Wizard, the following screens may appear: This screen appears if the default IP Address of the camera (192.168.0.20) does not correspond with your local area network settings. You must assign an IP address for your camera that corresponds to your network’s IP addressing scheme. Click Yes By default, the Admin ID and Password are blank. If you are running this Setup Wizard for the first time, leave both Admi
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DCS-900W Configuration Web Configuration 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-900W. If you would like to open the configuration page from a Web Browser, enter the IP address that you assigned to your DCS-900W. Note: The PC’s IP address must correspond with the DCS-900W’s IP address in the same segment (i.e. PC=192.168.0.5, Camera=192.168.0.20) for the two devices to communicate. For
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DCS-900W Configuration (continued) Configuration Click on Setup from the Home screen to access the settings required for the DCS- 900W. There will be several options in the Configuration page to choose from to setup your DCS-900W and they are as follows: Advanced • System • Video Tools • Admin • Time • Default Status Help 18
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DCS-900W Configuration (continued) Advanced > System The System menu allows you to configure and set up your DCS-900W for operation. If you already set up your camera using the Setup Wizard, you may view/change your settings here. To access the System menu, click on the Advanced Tab in the menu bar, then the System tab in the left hand bar and the System screen will appear as illustrated below: 19
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DCS-900W Configuration (continued) Advanced > System Camera Name: This field is used for entering a descriptive name for the camera. The default setting for the Camera Name is CS-xxxxxx, where xxxxxx are the last six digits of the MAC Address. The maximum length is 32 characters (Printable ASCII). Location: This field is used for entering a descriptive name for the location used by the DCS- 900W. IP Assignment: Important Information Access to the Internet Camera is gained by assigning a proper I
