Table of Contents Product Overview......................................................... 4 Package Contents.................................................... 4 Installation..................................................................... 5 Hardware Overview.................................................. 5 Camera Enclosure Disassembly and SD Card Installation................................................................ 6 Hardware Reset........................................................
Preface D-Link reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in the contents hereof without obligation to notify any person or organization of such revisions or changes. Manual Revisions Revision Date Description 1.0 September 30, 2010 2.0 June 20, 2011 DCS-6511 Revision A1 with firmware version 1.
Product Overview Package Contents DCS-6511 Network Camera Power Adapter Security Wrench A/V & Power Cables Manual and Wizard on CD-ROM Quick Installation Guide CAT-5 Ethernet Cable Extension Adapter Mounting Bracket and Screws Cable Cover Rubber Plug If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Installation Hardware Overview Infrared LEDs Used to illuminate the camera's field of view at night Camera Lens Motorized varifocal autofocus lens D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual 5
Installation Camera Enclosure Disassembly and SD Card Installation Disassemble the Camera Open the camera enclosure by removing the 3 standard screws using a screwdriver. Remove the 4th screw using the provided security wrench. Lift the dome off of the base of the camera. Figure A. Install the SD Card Push the SD card into the camera with the gold contacts oriented towards the base of the camera. To eject the SD card, push the SD card into the slot. Figure B.
Installation Hardware Reset Resetting the Camera If the camera is malfunctioning, you may use the hardware reset button located on the underside of the camera apparatus to reset the camera to factory default settings. Press and hold the reset button for approximately 10 seconds to reset the camera. Reset Button Resets camera to factory default settings Figure C.
Installation Preparing for Installation A. Depending on how you choose to mount the camera, you may need to change the orientation of the cable. For instance, when using the Surface Mounting Bracket, the cables may need to exit through the side of the camera base rather than the top. Changing Cable Orientation: 1. Disassemble the camera enclosure. (See Figure A. on page 6.) 2. Loosen, but do not remove, the two screws that secure the camera bracket to the base of the enclosure using a screwdriver.
Installation 4. Lift the camera bracket up and off from the camera base. (Figure 1.3) 5. Disconnect the cables from the connectors at the base of the camera. 6. Place the cable into the new hole and reconnect the cables to the cable connectors at the base of the camera. (Figure 1.4) 7. Replace the chrome plug and tighten it into place. 8. Replace the chrome nut and tighten it into place B. Replace the dome enclosure over the IP camera and tighten the 4 screws. Figure 1.
Installation 24 V Power Connector Connects to 24 V AC power 12 V Power Connector Connects to 12 V DC Power adapter Figure 1.
Installation Adjusting the Viewing Angle Adjust the Viewing Angle of the 3-Axis Mechanism Turn the lens module left and right until the desired position is achieved; tighten the pan screw once completed. Loosen the tilt screws on both sides of the camera, and turn the lens module up and down until the desired position is achieved; tighten the tilt screws once completed. Turn the lens to adjust the IP camera’s image until the desired orientation is achieved.
Installation Standard Mounting Instructions Style 1 - Concealed Cable Installation 1. Disassemble the camera enclosure (see page 6). 2. Thread the cables through the waterproof plugs at the bottom of the base of the camera. Attach the cables to the corresponding cable connectors. (Figure 2.1) 3. Locate a suitable position on the ceiling for the mounting plate to be installed. 4. Use the mounting template to mark the holes for installation. 5. Cut an access hole in the ceiling for the cables. 6.
Installation 8. Connect the Ethernet cable and the power cable, threading them through the hole in the ceiling. (Figure 2.2) 9. Push the dome body up over the base of the camera. 10. Attach the dome to the base of the camera using the 3 long screws and the provided security screw. Figure 2.
Installation Style 2 - Exposed Cable Installation 1. Disassemble the camera enclosure (see page 6). 2. Remove the small screw to release the faceplate on the side of the base of the camera. (Figure 2.3) 3. Thread the cables through the waterproof plugs on the side of the base of the camera. Attach the cables to the corresponding cable connectors. (See page 10.) 4. Attach the dual-holed plate to the base of the camera. (Figure 2.4) Figure 2.3 Figure 2.
Installation 5. Place the plastic cable cover onto the dual-holed plate and attach it using the screw. (Figure 2.5) 6. Locate a suitable position on the ceiling for the mounting plate to be installed. 7. Use the mounting template to mark the holes for installation. 8. Drill 4 separate 6 mm holes corresponding to the holes in the mounting template and insert the plastic anchors into these holes. 9. Attach the surface bracket to the ceiling using the screws provided. Figure 2.5 10.
Installation Pendant Mount (DCS-34-2) Bracket Cap 1. Attach the mounting plate to the bracket cap using the three screws as shown in Figure 3.1. 2. Locate a suitable position on the ceiling for a 34 mm (+2 / –0 mm) hole to be cut. A template is included to aid in marking the mounting hole. 3. Cut the hole in the ceiling according to the template. Mounting Plate 4. Drill 4 separate 6 mm holes corresponding to the holes in the mounting template and insert the plastic anchors into these holes. 5.
Installation 9. Connect the Ethernet cable and the power cable and thread them through the pendant bracket. 10. Place the dome body onto the base of the camera. (Figure 3.3) 11. Attach the dome to the base of the camera using the 3 long screws and the provided security screw. Figure 3.3 Figure 3.
Installation Bent Mount (DCS-34-3) Bracket Cap 1. Attach the mounting plate to the bracket cap using the three screws as shown in Figure 4.1. 2. Locate a suitable position on the ceiling for a 34 mm (+2 / –0 mm) hole to be cut. A template is included to aid in marking the mounting hole. 3. Cut the hole in the ceiling according to the template Mounting Plate 4. Drill 4 separate 6 mm holes corresponding to the holes in the mounting template and insert the plastic anchors into these holes. 5.
Installation 10. Place the dome body onto the base of the camera. (Figure 4.3) 11. Attach the dome to the base of the camera using the 3 long screws and the provided security screw. Bent Bracket Dome Camera Figure 4.3 Figure 4.
Installation Network and Power Connections General Connection Using 12 V DC Power Adapter 1. Connect the network camera to a hub via an Ethernet cable. 2. Connect the supplied power cable from the camera to a power outlet. General Connection Using 24 V AC Power Wiring 1. Connect the network camera to a hub via an Ethernet cable. 2. Connect the supplied power cable from the camera to a power source such as your building's emergency power.
Configuration Configuration with Wizard Insert the DCS-6511 CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive to begin the installation. If the Autorun function on your computer is disabled, or if the D-Link Launcher fails to start automatically, click Start > Run. Type D:\autorun.exe, where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive. Click Setup Wizard to begin the installation. Click Next to continue.
Configuration Click Yes to accept the License Agreement. To start the installation process, click Next. Note: The installation may take several minutes to finish.
Configuration Click Finish to complete the installation. Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in your Windows Start menu.
Configuration The Setup Wizard will appear and display the MAC address and IP address of your camera(s). If you have a DHCP server on your network, a valid IP Address will be displayed. If your network does not use a DHCP server, the network camera's default static IP address 192.168.0.20 will be displayed. Click the Wizard button to continue. Enter the Admin ID and password. When logging in for the first time, the default Admin ID is admin with the password left blank.
Configuration Select DHCP if your camera obtains an IP address automatically when it boots up. Select Static IP if the camera will use the same IP address each time it is started. Click Next, to proceed to the next page. Take a moment to confirm your settings and click Restart.
Configuration Web-based Configuration Utility This section explains how to configure your new D-Link Network Camera using the Web-based Configuration Utility. Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in your Windows Start menu. Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE Select the camera and click the button labeled "Link" to access the web configuration. The Setup Wizard will automatically open your web browser to the IP address of the camera.
Configuration Enter admin as the default username and leave the password blank. Click OK to continue. This section shows your camera’s live video. You can select your video profile and view or operate the camera. For additional information about web configuration, please refer to the user manual included on the CD-ROM or the D-Link website.
Configuration D-ViewCam Setup Wizard D-ViewCam software is included for the administrator to manage multiple D-Link IP cameras remotely. You may use the software to configure all the advanced settings for your cameras. D-ViewCam is a comprehensive management tool for IP surveillance. Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Click "Install D-ViewCam Software" from menu, and select "D-ViewCam" to install the VMS software. Follow the Installation Wizard to install D-ViewCam.
Configuration Click Finish to complete the installation. To start D-ViewCam, select Start > All Programs > D-Link D-ViewCam > Main Console. For more detail operation of using D-ViewCam software, please refer to D-ViewCam Manual.
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. Digital Input Indicator Motion Trigger Indicator This indicator will change color when a digital input signal is detected. This indicator will change color when a trigger event occurs. Recording Indicator Note: The video motion feature for your camera must be enabled.
Configuration Go To: If any presets have been defined, selecting a preset (Preset List) from this list will display it. SD Status: This option displays the status of the SD card. If no SD card has been inserted, this screen will display the message "Card Invalid." IO Status: This option displays the status of your I/O device if a device has been connected. PTZ Control: This camera uses electronic pan/tilt/zoom (ePTZ) to select and view areas of interest in the field of view.
Configuration Setup Wizard To configure your Network Camera, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard. Alternatively, you may click Manual Internet Connection Setup to manually configure your Network Camera and skip to page 22. To quickly configure your Network Camera’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 page 27.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Configuration Network Setup Use this section to configure the network connections for your camera. All relevant information must be entered accurately. LAN Settings: 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. Static IP Address: You may obtain a static or fixed IP address and other network information from your network administrator for your camera.
Configuration Enable PPPoE: Enable this setting if your network uses PPPoE. User Name: The unique name of your account. You may obtain this information from your ISP. Password: The password to your account. You may obtain this information from your ISP. HTTP Port: The default port number is 80. Access Name for Stream 1~3: The default name is video#.mjpg, where # is the number of the stream. HTTPS Port: You may use a PC with a secure browser to connect to the HTTPS port of the camera.
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. Enable DDNS: Select this checkbox to enable the DDNS function. Server Address: Select your Dynamic DNS provider from the dropdown menu or enter the server address manually. Host Name: Enter the host name of the DDNS server.
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.
Configuration Sharpness: Specify a value from 0 to 8 for image edge enhancement. WDR Level: Adjust the wide dynamic range level from 0 to 8; higher settings are better for high-contrast environments. Reset Default: Click this button to reset the image to factory default settings.
Configuration Audio and Video You may configure 3 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. Higher frame size, frame rate and bit rate rate gives better video quality. At the same time, it requires more network bandwidth.
Configuration Video Quality: This limits the maximal refresh 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.
Configuration Lens Control The red rectangular frame can be moved within the live image of this setting page. The camera will automatically adjust the focus based on the region of interest indicated by the red frame. Focus Mode: You may select Auto to allow the camera to automatically adjust the focus. You may select Manual focus to adjust the focus using the focus slider. Lens Zoom Speed: Select a speed between 1 and 10 for the camera's optical zoom feature.
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. Enable Video Motion: Select this box to enable the motion detection feature of your camera. Sensitivity: Specifies the measurable difference between two sequential images that would indicate motion. Please enter a value between 0 and 100.
Configuration Time and Date This section allows you to automatically or manually configure, update, and maintain the internal system clock for your camera. 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.
Configuration Event Setup The Event Setup page includes four different sections. • Event • Server • Media • 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 drop-down menu of event, server or media, click Delete. 3. Click on the item name to pop up a window for modifying. Note: You can add up to four events, five servers, and five media fields.
Configuration Application In a typical application, when motion is detected, the DCS-6511 Network Camera 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 Network Camera to send snapshots or videos to your e-mail address or FTP site. Action Event Condition ex.
Configuration Add Server Configure up to 5 servers to store media. 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. Only one network storage device is supported. SD Card: Use the camera's onboard SD card storage.
Configuration Add Media There are three types of media, Snapshot, Video Clip and System Log. Media Name: Enter a unique name for media. Snapshot: Select this option to enable snapshots. Source: The stream source: Profile 1, Profile 2 or Profile 3. Send pre-event image(s) [0~4]: The number of pre-event images. Send post-event image(s) [0~7]: The number of post-event images. File name prefix: The prefix name will be added on the file name.
Configuration Send post-event image (s) [0~7) Specify to capture the number of images after a trigger is activated. A maximum of seven images can be generated. For example: If both the Send pre-event images and Send post-event images are set to four, a total of 9 images are generated after a trigger is activated. 1 pic. 2 pic. 3 pic. 4 pic. 5 pic. 6 pic. 7 pic. 8 pic. 9 pic. The moment the trigger is activated.
Configuration If the Pre-event recording is set to five seconds and the Maximum duration is set to ten seconds, the Network Camera continues to record for another four seconds after a trigger is activated. 1 sec. 2 sec. 3 sec. 4 sec. 5 sec. 6 sec. 7 sec. 8 sec. 9 sec. 10 sec. The moment the trigger is activated. File name prefix Enter the text that will be added at the beginning of the file name.
Configuration Add Event Create and schedule up to three events with their own settings here. 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. It is being used for both events of motion detection and digital input trigger. Trigger: Specify the input type that triggers the event.
Configuration Add Recording Here you can configure and schedule the recording settings. 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: Scheduling the recording entry. Recording settings: Configuring the setting for the recording.
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. Playback Recorded Video: If video files are stored on the SD card, click on the video folder and choose the video file you would like to view.
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 diversity 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.
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.
Configuration HTTPS This page allows you to install and activate an HTTPS certificate for secure access to your camera. Enable HTTPS Secure Connection: Enable the HTTPS service. Create Certificate Method: Choose the way the certificate should be created. Three options are available: Create a self-signed certificate automatically Create a self-signed certificate manually Create a certificate request and install Status: Displays the status of the certificate.
Configuration Access List Here you can set access permissions for users to view your DCS-6511. Allow list: The list of IP addresses that have the access right to 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. Click Add to save the changes made. Note: A total of seven lists can be configured for both columns.
Configuration Maintenance Device Management 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 the unique name and configure the OSD setting for your camera. Admin Password Setting: Set a new password for the administrator’s account. Add User Account: Add new user account. User Name: The user name for the new account. Password: The password for the new account.
Configuration Backup and Restore In this section, you may backup, restore and reset the camera configuration, or reboot the camera. Save To Local Hard Drive: You may save and document your current settings into your computer. Local 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.
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-6511, 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.
Configuration Status Device Info This page displays detailed information about your device and network connection.
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.
Configuration Help This page provides helpful information regarding camera operation.
Appendix DI/DO Schematics D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual 66
Appendix Technical Specifications General Specification 1/3” Megapixel WDR Progressive Scan CMOS WDR SN ratio: 100 dB Motorized varifocal autofocus lens 3.3 ~ 12 mm, F1.4 ~ F360C View Angle Vertical 63.6° (W) ~ 17.9° (T) Horizontal 89.8° (W) ~ 23.9° (T) Diagonal 125.7° (W) ~ 29.9° (T) IR LED 20 meter illumination distance with 12 LEDs and light sensor Minimum illumination: Color: 0.2 lux @ F1.4 B/W: 0.02 lux @ F1.
Appendix WEIGHT 1030.5 g Dimensions Standard Mounting Bracket Height: 23 mm (0.9 inches) Diameter: 183 mm (7.2 inches) Weight: 400 g (0.9 lbs) OPERATING Temperature -40 to 50 ˚C (-40 to 122 ˚F) Storage Temperature -20 to 70 ˚C (-4 to 158 ˚F) Relative Humidity 20% to 80% non-condensing Certifications FCC IC C-Tick CE LVD Mounting Accessories (Not included with Camera) DCS-34-2 Height: 201 mm (7.9 inches) Diameter: 150 mm (5.9 inches) Weight: 665 g (1.
