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Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Information in this document may become obsolete as our services and websites develop and change. Please refer to the www.mydlink.com website for the most current information. Manual Revisions Revision Date 1.0 November 10, 2014 Description Version A1 with firmware version 1.
Table of Contents Product Overview............................................................... 5 Package Contents.................................................................. 5 System Requirements.......................................................... 6 Introduction............................................................................. 7 Features..................................................................................... 8 Hardware Overview..........................................
DI/DO Specifications........................................................67 Technical Specifications...................................................68 Safety Statements............................................................
Section 1: Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DCS-2230L Full HD Wireless Day/Night Network Camera CAT5 Ethernet cable Power adapter CD-ROM with User Manual and software Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. 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.
Section 1: Product Overview System Requirements Hardware Requirements • A microSD memory card (optional) is required for recording to onboard storage. SDHC Class 6 or above is recommended. Network Requirements • An Ethernet-based cable or DSL modem • IEEE 802.11n/g wireless clients • 10/100 Ethernet • Broadband Internet connection Computer with the following: • Windows® XP/Vista/7/8, Linux-based, or Mac with OS X 10.
Section 1: Product Overview Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-2230L Full HD Wireless Day/Night Network Camera. The DCS-2230L is a versatile surveillance solution for your small office or home. The full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution 2 megapixel progressive scan CMOS sensor lets you capture details like never before – especially important for face recognition. A built-in IR-cut filter and IR LED makes sure you don't miss an event no matter how bright or dark your surroundings are.
Section 1: Product Overview Features Full HD Resolution The DCS-2230L Full HD Wireless Day/Night Network Camera is equipped with a 2 megapixel progressive scan CMOS sensor that provides full HD 1920x1080 resolution, the video stream captures a larger scene and provides more details than an analog CCTV camera – so you can identify criminals more easily in critical surveillance applications.
Section 1: Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View 5 1 6 2 3 7 4 1 Status LED 2 WPS Status LED Indicates the WPS connection status of the camera 3 Infrared LED Used to illuminate the camera's field of view at night 4 PIR Sensor 5 Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area 6 Light Sensor The IR-Cut Removable sensor monitors lighting conditions and switches between color and infrared accordingly 7 Microphone Records audio from the surrounding area D-Link DCS-2230L User Ma
Section 1: Product Overview Rear View 1 4 5 6 2 3 1 Ethernet Port 2 WPS Button Press this button, then press the WPS button for 5 seconds on your router to set up a wireless connection automatically 3 Reset Button Press and hold this button for 10 seconds to reset the camera 4 Power Connector Connects to the included DC 5 V power adapter 5 DI/DO Connector I/O connectors for external devices 6 Adjustment Ring Tighten or loosen the adjustment ring to adjust the camera's position D-Link D
Section 1: Product Overview Side View 1 1 microSD Card Slot D-Link DCS-2230L User Manual Insert a microSD card for Local storage for storing recorded image and video 11
Section 2: Installation Installation Wireless Installation Considerations This D-Link device can connect to your wireless network from anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. However, 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.
Section 2: Installation Zero Configuration Setup If you have a D-Link Cloud Router, you can take advantage of Zero Configuration Setup. Zero Configuration automatically configures your camera's settings for you, and adds it to your mydlink account automatically. This type of setup allows you to set up your camera by simply plugging it in and connecting it to your router.
Section 2: Installation Optional: WPS Wireless Connection Alternatively, if your router supports WPS, you can use the WPS button on the camera to easily create a secure wireless connection to your network. To create a WPS connection: Step 1 Press and hold the WPS button for approximately 5-6 seconds. The blue WPS status LED above the button will blink. Step 2 Within 60 seconds press the WPS button on your router.
Section 2: Installation Check Your mydlink Account From any computer, open a web browser, go to http://www.mydlink.com and log into your account. Once mydlink detects your camera, a New Device Found! notice will appear in the bottom-left corner. Click on the device name to continue. DCS-2230L A summary and confirmation notification will appear with the automatically configured details. Make a note of the details and click OK to add the camera to your account.
Section 2: Installation Zero Configuration is now complete and your camera has been added to your mydlink account. You can now view your camera on the mydlink Live View tab. Your camera is now set up, and you can skip to mydlink on page 23 to learn more about the mydlink features of this camera, or to Configuration on page 24 for advanced configuration of your camera.
Section 2: Installation Camera Setup Wizard Windows Users Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive to start the autorun program. Simply click Set up your Cloud Camera to go through the Setup Wizard, which will guide you step-by-step through the installation process from connecting your hardware to configuring your camera and registering it with your mydlink account.
Section 2: Installation Mac Users Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s CD drive. On the desktop, open your CD drive and double-click on the SetupWizard file. Within 20-30 seconds, the Setup Wizard will open, which will guide you step-by-step through the installation process from connecting your hardware to configuring your camera and registering it with your mydlink account.
Section 2: Installation Confirm your camera login details and IP address details and click Done. Your DCS-2230L camera is now set up. Log on to your mydlink account and explore the exciting benefits available to you. DCS-2230L Your camera is now set up, and you can skip to mydlink on page 23 to learn more about the mydlink features of this camera, or go to Configuration on page 24 for advanced configuration of your camera.
Section 2: Installation Manual Hardware Installation If you wish to set up your camera without using the Camera Setup Wizard, please follow these steps. Note: In order to use the mydlink features of this product, you will need to go through the Camera Setup Wizard. Connect the Ethernet Cable If using an Ethernet connection: Connect the included Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port located on the back of the DCS-2230L and connect it to your router.
Section 2: Installation WPS - Push Button Setup If your router supports WPS, you can use the WPS button on the camera to easily create a secure wireless connection to your network. To create a WPS connection: Step 1 Press and hold the WPS button for approximately 5-6 seconds. The blue WPS status LED above the button will blink. Step 2 Within 60 seconds press the WPS button on your router.
Section 2: Installation Mount the Camera Please refer to the steps below to assist you with mounting the camera. We suggest that you configure the camera before mounting. 1. Place the mounting base where you want to position the camera and use a pencil to mark the holes. 2. Depending on the material of the wall or ceiling, use proper tools to drill two holes or screws where you marked. If the wall is made out of concrete, drill the holes first, insert the plastic anchors and then the screws.
Section 3: mydlink mydlink After registering your DCS-2230L camera with a mydlink account in the Camera Installation Wizard. You will be able to remotely access your camera from the www.mydlink.com website.
Section 4: Configuration Configuration Using the Configuration Interface After completing the Camera Installation Wizard, you are ready to use your camera. The camera’s built-in web configuration utility is designed to allow you to easily access and configure your DCS-2230L. At the end of the wizard, enter the IP address of your camera into a web browser, such as Mozilla Firefox. To log in, use the username admin and the password you created in the Installation Wizard.
Section 4: Configuration Live Video This section shows your camera’s live video. You may select any of the available icons listed below to operate the camera. You may also select your language using the drop-down menu on the left side of the screen. You can zoom in and out on the live video image using your mouse. Right-click to zoom out or left-click to zoom in on the image. SD Status: This option displays the status of the SD card.
Section 4: Configuration Global View: This window indicates the total field of view (FOV) of the camera. The red box indicates the visible region of interest (ROI). Language: You may select the interface language using this menu.
Section 4: Configuration Setup Setup Wizard To configure your DCS-2230L, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard. Alternatively, you may click Manual Internet Connection Setup to manually configure your DCS-2230L and skip to Network Setup on page 33. To quickly configure your DCS-2230L’s motion detection settings, click Motion Detection Setup Wizard. If you want to enter your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Motion Detection Setup and skip to Motion Detection on page 44.
Section 4: Configuration Internet Connection Setup Wizard This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your new D-Link Camera and connect the camera to the Internet. Click Next to continue. Note: Select DHCP if you are unsure of which settings to choose. Click Next to continue.
Section 4: Configuration Select Static IP if your Internet Service Provider has provided you with connection settings, or if you wish to set a static address within your home network. Enter the correct configuration information and click Next to continue. If you are using PPPoE, select Enable PPPoE and enter your User Name and Password, otherwise click Next to continue.
Section 4: Configuration Configure the correct time to ensure that all events will be triggered as scheduled. Click Next to continue. If you have selected DHCP, you will see a summary of your settings, including the camera's IP address. Please write down all of this information as you will need it in order to access your camera. Click Apply to save your settings.
Section 4: Configuration Motion Detection Setup Wizard This wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to configure your camera's motion detection functions. Click Next to continue. Step 1 This step will allow you to enable or disable motion detection, specify the detection sensitivity, and adjust the camera’s ability to detect movement. You may specify whether the camera should capture a snapshot or a video clip when motion is detected.
Section 4: Configuration Step 3 This step allows you to specify how you will receive event notifications from your camera. You may choose not to receive notifications, or to receive notifications via e-mail or FTP. Please enter the relevant information for your e-mail or FTP account. Click Next to continue. Step 4 You have completed the Motion Detection Wizard. Please verify your settings and click Apply to save them. Please wait a few moments while the camera saves your settings and restarts.
Section 4: Configuration Network Setup Use this section to configure the network connections for your camera. All relevant information must be entered accurately. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. LAN Settings: This section lets you configure settings for your local area network. DHCP: Select this connection if you have a DHCP server running on your network and would like your camera to obtain an IP address automatically.
Section 4: Configuration Enable UPnP Presentation: Enabling this setting allows your camera to be configured as a UPnP device on your network. Enable UPnP Port Forwarding: Enabling this setting allows the camera to add port forwarding entries into the router automatically on a UPnP capable network. Enable PPPoE: Enable this setting if your network uses PPPoE. User Name / Password: Enter the username and password for your PPPoE account. Re-enter your password in the Confirm Password field.
Section 4: Configuration Enable CoS: Enabling the Class of Service setting implements a best-effort policy without making any bandwidth reservations. Enable QoS: Enabling QoS allows you to specify a traffic priority policy to ensure a consistent Quality of Service during busy periods. If the DCS-2230L is connected to a router that itself implements QoS, the router's settings will override the QoS settings of the camera. Enable IPV6: Enable the IPv6 setting to use the IPv6 protocol.
Section 4: Configuration Wireless Setup This section allows you to set up and configure the wireless settings on your camera. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Site Survey: Click the Rescan button to scan for available wireless networks. After scanning, you can use the drop-down box to select an available wireless network. The related information (SSID, Wireless Mode, Channel, Authentication, Encryption) will be automatically filled in for you.
Section 4: Configuration Dynamic DNS DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name Server) will hold a DNS host name and synchronize the public IP address of the modem when it has been modified. A user name and password are required when using the DDNS service. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Enable DDNS: Select this checkbox to enable the DDNS function. Server Address: Select your Dynamic DNS provider from the pull down menu or enter the server address manually.
Section 4: Configuration Image Setup In this section, you may configure the video image settings for your camera. A preview of the image will be shown in Live Video. Enable Privacy Mask: The Privacy Mask setting allows you to specify up to 3 rectangular areas on the camera's image to be blocked/ excluded from recordings and snapshots. You may click and drag the mouse cursor over the camera image to draw a mask area.
Section 4: Configuration Exposure Mode: Changes the exposure mode. Use the drop-down box to set the camera for Indoor, Outdoor, or Night environments, or to Moving to capture moving objects. The Low Noise option will focus on creating a highquality picture without noise. You can also create 3 different custom exposure modes. The Max Gain setting will allow you to control the maximum amount of gain to apply to brighten the picture.
Section 4: Configuration Audio and Video You may configure up to 2 video profiles with different settings for your camera. Hence, you may set up different profiles for your computer and mobile display. In addition, you may also configure the two-way audio settings for your camera. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Aspect ratio: Set the aspect ratio of the video to 4:3 standard or 16:9 widescreen. Mode: Set the video codec to be used to MJPEG or H.264.
Section 4: Configuration Video Quality: This limits the maximum frame rate, which can be combined with the "Fixed quality" option to optimize the bandwidth utilization and video quality. If fixed bandwidth utilization is desired regardless of the video quality, choose "Constant bit rate" and select the desired bandwidth. Constant bit rate: The bps will affect the bit rate of the video recorded by the camera. Higher bit rates result in higher video quality.
Section 4: Configuration Preset This screen allows you to set preset points for the ePTZ function of the camera, which allows you to look around the camera's viewable area by using a zoomed view. Presets allow you to quickly go to and view a specific part of the area your camera is covering, and you can create preset sequences, which will automatically change the camera's view between the different presets according to a defined order and timing you can set.
Section 4: Configuration Preset List: To add a preset to the sequence, select it from the dropdown box at the bottom of this window, set the Dwell time to determine how long the camera view will stay at that preset, then click the Add button. The preset name will appear in the list, followed by the dwell time to view that preset for. You can rearrange your presets in the sequence by selecting a preset in the sequence, then clicking the arrow buttons to move it higher or lower in the current sequence.
Section 4: Configuration Motion Detection Enabling Video Motion will allow your camera to use the motion detection feature. You may draw a finite motion area that will be used for monitoring. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Enable Video Motion: Select this box to enable the motion detection feature of your camera. Enable PIR: Select this box to enable Passive Infrared detection.
Section 4: Configuration Time and Date This section allows you to automatically or manually configure, update, and maintain the internal system clock for your camera. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Time Zone: Select your time zone from the drop-down menu. Enable Daylight Saving: Select this to enable Daylight Saving Time. Auto Daylight Saving: Select this option to allow your camera to configure the Daylight Saving settings automatically.
Section 4: Configuration Event Setup In a typical application, when motion is detected, the DCS-2230L sends images to a FTP server or via e-mail as notifications. As shown in the illustration below, an event can be triggered by many sources, such as motion detection or external digital input devices. When an event is triggered, a specified action will be performed. You can configure the DCS-2230L to send snapshots or videos to your e-mail address or FTP site. Event Condition Action ex.
Section 4: Configuration The Event Setup page includes 4 different sections: • Server • Media • Event • Recording 1. To add a new item - "event, server or media," click Add. A screen will appear and allow you to update the fields accordingly. 2. To delete the selected item from the pull-down menu of event, server or media, click Delete. 3. Click on the item name to pop up a window for modifying.
Section 4: Configuration Add Server You can configure up to 5 servers to save snapshots and/or video to. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. You can click Test to test your configurations. Server Name: Enter the unique name of your server. E-mail: Enter the configuration for the target e-mail server account. FTP: Enter the configuration for the target FTP server account. Network Storage: Specify a network storage device.
Section 4: Configuration Add Media There are three types of media, Snapshot, Video Clip, and System Log. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Media Name: Enter a unique name for media type you want to create. Snapshot: Select this option to set the media type to snapshots. Source: Set the video profile to use as the media source. Refer to Audio and Video on Audio and Video on page 40 for more information on video profiles.
Section 4: Configuration Video clip: Select this option to set the media type to video clips. Source: Set the video profile to use as the media source. Refer to Audio and Video on page 40 for more information on video profiles. Pre-event recording: This sets how many seconds to record before the main event video clip starts. You can record up to 4 seconds of pre-event video. Maximum duration: Set the maximum length of video to record for your video clips.
Section 4: Configuration Add Event Create and schedule up to 3 events with their own settings here. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Event name: Enter a name for the event. Enable this event: Select this box to activate this event. Priority: Set the priority for this event. The event with higher priority will be executed first. Delay: Select the delay time before checking the next event.
Section 4: Configuration Trigger D/O: Select to trigger the digital output for a specific number of seconds when an event occurs. Server: Specify the location where the event information should be saved to.
Section 4: Configuration Add Recording Here you can configure and schedule the recording settings. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Recording entry name: The unique name of the entry. Enable this recording: Select this to enable the recording function. Priority: Set the priority for this entry. The entry with a higher priority value will be executed first. Source: The source of the stream. Recording schedule: Schedule the recording entry via days and times.
Section 4: Configuration Size of each file for recording: If this is selected, files will be separated based on the file size you specify. Time of each file for recording: If this is selected, files will be separated based on the maximum length you specify. File Name Prefix: The prefix name will be added on the file name of the recording file(s).
Section 4: Configuration SD Card Here you may browse and manage the recorded files which are stored on the SD card. Format SD Card: Click this icon to automatically format the SD card and create "picture" & "video" folders. View Recorded Picture: If the picture files are stored on the SD card, click on the picture folder and choose the picture file you would like to view.
Section 4: Configuration Advanced Digital Input/Output This screen allows you to control the behavior of digital input and digital output devices. The I/O connector provides the physical interface for digital output (DO) and digital input (DI) that is used for connecting a variety of external alarm devices such as IR sensors and alarm relays. The digital input is used for connecting external alarm devices and once triggered images will be taken and e-mailed.
Section 4: Configuration ICR and IR Here you can configure the ICR and IR settings. An IR(Infrared) Cut-Removable(ICR) filter can be disengaged for increased sensitivity in low light environments. Automatic: The Day/Night mode is set automatically. Generally, the camera uses Day mode and switches to Night mode when needed. Day Mode: Day mode enables the IR Cut Filter. Night Mode: Night mode disables the IR Cut Filter. Schedule Mode: Set up the Day/Night mode using a schedule.
Section 4: Configuration HTTPS This page allows you to install and activate an SSL certificate for secure HTTPS access to your camera. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Enable HTTPS Secure Connection: Enable the HTTPS service. Create Certificate Method: Choose the way the certificate should be created.
Section 4: Configuration Access List Here you can set access permissions for users to view your DCS-2230L. Allow list: The list of IP addresses that have the right to access the camera. Start IP address: The starting IP Address of the devices (such as a computer) that have permission to access the video of the camera. Note: A total of seven lists can be configured for both columns.
Section 4: Configuration SNMP The Simple Network Management Protocol is an application layer protocol that facilitates the exchange of management information between network devices. It helps network administrators to remotely manage network devices and find, solve network problems with ease. Enable SNMPv1, SNMPv2c: Select this to enable SNMPv1 and 2. Read/Write Community: Enter a name for the read community of your SNMP server. Read Only Community: Enter a name for the write community of your SNMP server.
Section 4: Configuration Maintenance Admin You may modify the name and administrator’s password of your camera, as well as add and manage the user accounts for accessing the camera. You may also use this section to create a unique name and configure the OSD settings for your camera. Admin Password Setting: Set a new password for the administrator’s account. Retype it and click Save for it to take effect. Add User Account: Add new user account. Click Add to save the account.
Section 4: Configuration System In this section, you may backup, restore and reset the camera configuration, or reboot the camera. Save To Local Hard Drive: You may save your current camera configuration as a file on your computer. Load From Local Hard Drive: Locate a pre-saved configuration by clicking Browse and then restore the pre-defined settings to your camera by clicking Load Configuration.
Section 4: Configuration Firmware Upgrade The camera's current firmware version will be displayed on this screen. You may visit the D-Link Support Website to check for the latest available firmware version. To upgrade the firmware on your DCS-2230L, please download and save the latest firmware version from the D-Link Support Page to your local hard drive. Locate the file on your local hard drive by clicking the Browse button. Select the file and click the Upload button to start upgrading the firmware.
Section 4: Configuration Status Device Info This page displays detailed information about your device and network connection.
Section 4: Configuration Logs This page displays the log information of your camera. You may download the information by clicking Download. You may also click Clear to delete the saved log information.
Section 4: Configuration Help This page provides helpful information regarding camera operation.
Appendix A: DI/DO Specifications DI/DO Specifications Pin 1 Pin 4 Pin 2 PIN Pin 3 NOTE FUNCTION 1 Digital Out (DO) Uses an open-drain NFET transistor with the source connected to GND in camera. If used with an external relay, a diode must be connected in parallel with the load for protection against voltage transients. Max loading is 100 mA. 2 Digital In (DI) A switch from DI to DC 5 V, activated by setting NO. or NC. 3 DC 5V OUTPUT DC 5 V Output / Max.
Appendix B: Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Camera Network Camera Hardware Profile 1/2.7” 2 Megapixel CMOS sensor 5 meter IR illumination distance Minimum illumination: 0 lux with IR LED on Built-in Infrared-Cut Removable (ICR) Filter module Built-in PIR sensor (5 meter) Built-in microphone and speaker 10x digital zoom Focal length: 2.8 mm Aperture: F1.
Appendix B: Technical Specifications System System Management Requirements for Web Interface General Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8/7 (32/64-bit)/Vista (32/64-bit)/XP, Mac OS X 10.
Appendix B: Technical Specifications Dimensions • D-Link DCS-2230L User Manual 70
Appendix C: Safety Statements Safety Statements CE Mark Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. FCC Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Appendix C: Safety Statements IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
