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Table of Contents Product Overview.......................................................................... 5 Package Contents.................................................................. 5 Introduction............................................................................. 6 System Requirements.......................................................... 6 Features..................................................................................... 7 Hardware Overview...............................
System Log.........................................................................64 Technical Specifications............................................................65 Connection Panel Pin Definition................................
Section 1: Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DCS-6915 Speed Dome Network Camera Waterproof Collar CD-ROM with User Manual and software Power Adapter Power Cable Lubricant Quick Installation Guide Cap Screws Screwdriver Mini Pendant 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 Introduction The DCS-6915 20X Full HD High Speed Dome Network Camera is a high-definition professional surveillance and security solution suitable for small, medium, and large enterprises. The DCS-6915 features a 3 megapixel sensor capable of Full HD 1080P resolution, allowing for very clear surveillance footage to be taken. The powerful 20X optical zoom and 10X digital zoom ensure that you can see even the smallest details with ease.
Section 1: Product Overview Features 360 Degree Full HD Surveillance The DCS-6915 provides superb 360 degree Full HD industry standard 16:9 wide screen video for IP surveillance. The pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) controls enable comprehensive wide area surveillance with proportional tilt control making it easy to precisely adjust the camera’s view as the panning speed is automatically slowed to improve camera tracking and control.
Section 1: Product Overview Hardware Overview Mounting Point This part of the cap is used to mount the dome camera enclosure. Mounting Point Cap Cap This cap covers the Connection Panel. Optical Cover This clear dome protects the camera apparatus. Optical Cover Connections Panel Reset The reset button can be used to reset the system or restore the factory default settings. To reset, simply press and hold the button for 10 seconds. Alarm I/O Power Socket This 3 pin socket accepts the power cable.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Assembly and Installation Manual Hardware Installation Step 1 Unpack the DCS-6915 and remove the dome camera unit. Step 2 Remove the protective cover and PE sheet.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Step 3 Apply some lubricant on the cover’s waterproof seal to make the installation process smoother. Attach the optical cover to the camera body. The small protrusions on the cover must align with the four holes on the camera body. Step 4 Gently press down the dome cover with two hands on the side of it. Warning: DO NOT press down on the optical cover. This might cause damage to the camera.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Step 5 Screw the dome cover and body together. Step 6 Insert the power connector into the opening on the cap.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Step 7 Connect the 3-pin connector to the slot on the camera enclosure. The connector will lock into place. Step 8 Connect the power cable to the power adapter.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Step 9 Connect one end of the CAT 5 Ethernet cable to the RJ-45 connector of the camera enclosure, and the other end of the cable to your network. Step 10 Insert a MicroSD card for local storage of recorded images and video. Step 11 Plug the power cable into a wall outlet.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Standard or Mini Pendant Mount Follow the steps below to mount the camera enclosure with the pendant mount. 1. Make a cable entry hole on the wall to recess the cables. Alternatively, cables can be threaded through the cable entry hole on the mounting plate. Sponge 2. To prevent insects from entering the pendant mount, you may block the cable entry hole with the supplied sponge in two different ways. 3.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Ceiling Mounting - Straight Tube Follow the steps below to mount the camera enclosure with the straight tube. 1. Ensure that the ceiling can support the weight of the camera enclosure and straight tube. 2. Make a cable entry hole on the ceiling. 3. Affix the straight tube to the ceiling with screws and screw anchors (not supplied). 4. Attach the waterproof collar to the straight tube. 5. Thread the cables through the straight tube and the cap. 6.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Software Installation Step 1 Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive to start the autorun program. The CD-ROM will open the Camera Installation Wizard. The Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation process to configuring your camera. Note: If the autorun program does not automatically start on your computer, go to Windows, click Start > Run. In the Run command box type D:\DCS6915.exe, where D: represents your CD-ROM drive.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Step 4 By default the Admin ID is "admin" and the password is blank. It is recommended that you create and confirm a password for your device. Click Next to continue. Step 5 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. Note: Select DHCP if you are unsure of which settings to choose.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Step 6 Confirm your camera login details and IP address details and click Restart. The LED on the front of the DCS‑6915 will blink, then turn solid green once it successfully connects to your network. Step 7 Your DCS‑6915 camera is now set up, Click Exit to exit the wizard and can skip to "Advanced Configuration" on page 20 for advanced configuration of your camera.
Section 2: Assembly and Installation Viewing Your Internet Camera 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 DCS-6915, in this example it is http://192.198.0.20. Your camera may have a different IP Address. Enter admin as the default username and leave the password blank. Click OK to continue.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Advanced Configuration Live Video When you connect to the camera's web interface you will see the following page. This is the Live Video page which will allow you to view the camera's video feed and control basic camera functions using the icons on the screen. Please refer to the tables on the following pages for detailed information about the icons on this screen.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration D-Link Logo Click this logo to visit the D-Link website. Securicam Logo Client Settings Setup Setup the stream transmission mode and saving options on the local computer. Click on the setup icon on the main page to enter the camera setting pages. Note that only Administrators can access the setup page. To simplify the setting procedure, two types of user interfaces are available: Advanced Setup for professional users and Standard Setup for entry-level users.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration PTZ Control Panel Home: Move the camera to the preset home position. Direction: Control the camera’s pan or tilt directions (up/down/left/right). Pan Tilt Direction Zoom Patrol Auto Pan Go Preset Speed Control Zoom in/out to magnify or shrink the digital image. Zoom In: Magnify image. Zoom Out: Diminish image. Auto Focus: Set the camera to automatically determine correct focus. Manual Focus: The user determines the focal area.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Camera Control Snapshot Recording Recording Folder Microphone Level Microphone Mute Speaker Volumn Speaker Mute Full Screen Zoom ratio Click this button to capture and save still images. The captured images will be displayed in a pop-up window. Right-click the image and choose Save Picture As to save it in JPEG (*.jpg) or BMP (*.bmp) format. Click this button to record video clips to your computer. When you exit the web browser, video recording stops accordingly.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Client Settings Clicking the Client Settings button will bring you to the following screen which allows you to configure the basic protocol options for your camera. H.264 Media Options Video and Audio can be viewed at the same time or separately. H.264 Protocol Options For additional information about streaming options please see page 41. UDP Unicast: Stream to a single computer. UDP Multicast: Stream to multiple computers using multicast streaming.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Setup The DCS-6915 includes basic and advanced setup screens. Both screens include a tree view with multiple setup options. This manual includes detailed explanations for all advanced setup screens. Standard Setup Click the setup button to enter the setup screen. Click on the basic button to enter the setup screen. Please click the [+] next to each folder to view the options.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Advanced Setup Click the setup button to enter the setup screen. Click on the advanced button to enter the setup screen. Please click the [+] next to each folder to view the options.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration System Overview The system overview page contains a summary of the camera's current settings. For more information about adjusting these settings, please consult the subsequent instructions found in this manual.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Audio and Video Video Settings This page allows you to set up 4 video streams to be displayed on a computer, mobile device, or storage system. Each stream has independent options for proper compression type, frame size, frame rate to optimize the bandwidth utilization and video quality. Sensor Setting: Click Sensor Setting to open the Sensor Setting page. On this page, you can set the maximum exposure time, exposure level, and AGC (Auto Gain Control) setting.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Stream 1-3: Users can define the "Region of Interest" (viewing region) and the "Output Frame Rate" (size of the live view window). Stream 4: This is global view stream which captures the full view of the video. Users can also define the "Output Frame Rate" (size of the live view window).
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Video Quality Setting for Stream 1 - 4 Compression Type: The compression level affects the amount of bandwidth and storage required. Lower compression uses more bandwidth and storage but delivers better image quality. Of the three options, H.264 consumes much less network bandwidth compared to MPEG4 and JPEG. Frame Size: Select proper frame size for different viewing devices, bigger frame size requires more bandwidth and storage usage.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Image Settings This page allows you to tune the white balance, brightness, saturation, contrast, and sharpness settings for the video. Color: Select either a Color or B/W (black and white, monochrome) video display. Power Line Frequency: Select either 50 or 60 Hz depending on your region. Flip: Flip: Users can track an object continuously when it passes through under the dome camera with setting flip to mechanical mode (M.E.) or digital flip mode (Image). • M.E. mode: M.E.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration 1. Set the White balance to Auto and click Save. 2. Place a sheet of white paper in front of the lens, then allow the camera to adjust the color temperature automatically. 3. Select Fixed to confirm the setting while the white balance is being measured. 4. Click Save to enable the new setting. Overlay Title and Time Stamp on Video: Select this option to place the video title and time on the video streams.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Privacy Mask: In this page, you can block out certain sensitive zones for privacy concerns. Mask Setting Switch: Choose On or Off to enable/disable privacy mask. Transparency: Choose On to let the mask be transparent. Color: Black/White/Red/Green Blue/Cyan/Yellow/Magenta are available colors for the mask. Mask [1-16]: Upto 16 masks can be set. Hsize [1 - 80]: The horizontal length of the mask. The mask center is at the center of current live view.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Audio Settings Mute: Select to mute audio. Note: • If the switch on the Control board is switched off (disabled audio) then this option will be disabled. External microphone input: Sets microphone input gain between 1 and 6. Note: The higher the setting, the louder the sound. Output Gain: Set the audio input/output gain levels for sound amplification. The audio gain values are adjustable from 1 to 6. The sound will be turned off if the audio gain is set to “Mute”.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Day and Night Settings IR Cut Filter: The IR-Cut Removable (ICR) filter mechanically switches between two different sensor filters. It provides the best light conditions both during the day and night. The following options are: • Auto Mode: The camera automatically switches between day and night mode by judging the level of ambient light. This mode is accessible only when the exposure mode is set to Auto.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Network LAN IP Settings Get IP address automatically (DHCP): The camera’s default setting is . Please refer to User’s Manual for login with the default IP address. If select , after the IP Camera restarts, users can search it through the installer program: DeviceSearch.exe, which can be found in “DeviceSearch” folder in the supplied CD.
Section 3: Advanced 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. PPPoE For PPPoE users, enter the PPPoE Username, Password and Confirm Password into the fields, and click on the Save button to complete the setting.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Port and Access Name Settings HTTPS By default, the HTTPS port is set to 443. It can also be assigned to another port number between 1025 and 65535. To use HTTPS on the Network Camera, a HTTPS certificate must be installed. The HTTPS certificate can be obtained by either creating and sending a certificate request to a Certificate Authority (CA) or creating a self-signed HTTPS certificate, as described below. HTTP: The default web server port is 80.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Dynamic DNS This section explains how to configure the dynamic domain name service for the camera. DDNS is a service that allows your camera, especially when assigned with a dynamic IP address, to have a fixed host and domain name. Enable DDNS: Select this option to enable the DDNS setting. Server Name: Select a DDNS server name from the provider drop-down list. With a Dynamic DNS account, the camera automatically updates your IP address.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration HTTPS This section explains how to enable authentication and encrypted communication over SSL (Secure Socket Layer). It helps protect streaming data transmission over the Internet on higher security level. Enable HTTPS Select this item to enable HTTPS communication, then select a connection option: "HTTP & HTTPS" or "HTTPS only". Note: You must create and install a certificate first in the "Create and Install Certificate Method" section before clicking the Save button.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Create Certificate Request and Install Select this option to create a certificate from a certificate authority. 1. Click Create to open the Create Certificate page, then click Save to generate the certificate. 2. If you see the information bar, click OK and click on the Information bar at the top of the page to allow pop-up. 3. The pop-up window shows an example of a certificate request. 4. Look for a trusted certificate authority that issues digital certificates.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Access List This section explains how to control access permissions by verifying the connecting client PC’s IP address. Enable access list filtering: Access to the IP Camera can be restricted by denying/allowing specific IP addresses. Check the box to enable the IP Filter function. Once enabled, the listed IP addresses (IPv4) will be allowed/denied access to the IP Camera.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Advanced Settings SNMP With Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support, the IP Camera can be monitored and managed remotely by the network management system. Enable SNMP v1/ v2: Select the version of SNMP to use by checking the box. Read Community: Specify the community name that has read-only access to all supported SNMP objects. The default value is “public”.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration QoS: QoS allows providing differentiated service levels for different types of traffic packets, which guarantees delivery of priority services especially when network congestion occurs. Adapting the Differentiated Services (DiffServ) model, traffic flows are classified and marked with DSCP (DiffServ Codepoint) values, and thus receive the corresponding forwarding treatment from DiffServ capable routers. DSCP Settings: The DSCP value range is from 0 to 63.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Event Management Motion Detection Motion can be detected by measuring change in speed or vector of an object or objects in the field of view. Enable Motion Detection: Select this option to turn on the motion detection feature. Sensitivity: Set the measurable difference between two sequential images that would indicate motion. Detection Level: Set the amount of motion in the window being monitored that is required to trigger a motion detected alert.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration DI and DO 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 3: Advanced Configuration Event Settings This section explains how to configure the camera to respond to particular situations (an event). A typical application is that when a motion is detected, the camera sends buffered images to an FTP server or e-mail address as notifications. Sever Settings Click Add Server on the Event Settings page to open the Server Setting page. On this page, you can specify where the notification messages are sent when a trigger is activated.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration • User name: Enter the login name of the FTP account. • Password: Enter the password of the FTP account. • FTP folder name: Enter the folder where the media file will be placed. If the folder name does not exist, the camera will create one on the FTP server. • Passive mode: Most firewalls do not accept new connections initiated from external requests.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Video clip: Select to send video clips when a trigger is activated. Source: Select a source of video clip. Pre-event recording: The camera has a buffer area. It temporarily holds data up to a certain limit. Enter a number to decide the duration of recording before a trigger is activated. Up to 4 seconds can be set. Maximum duration: Specify the maximum recording duration in seconds. Up to 20 seconds can be set.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Event Settings In the Event Settings column, click Add to open the Event Settings page. On this page, you can arrange three elements -- Trigger, Schedule, and Action to set an event. A total of 3 event settings can be configured. Event name: Enter a name for the event. Enable this event: Select to activate this event. Trigger This is the cause or stimulus which defines when to trigger the camera.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Event Schedule Specify the period for the event 1. Select the days of the week. 2. Select the recording schedule in 24-hr time format. Action Define the actions to be performed by the camera when a trigger is activated. To set an event with recorded video or snapshots, it is necessary to configure the server and media setting so that the camera will know what action to take (i.e. the server to send the media files to) when a trigger is activated.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Recording Recording Settings Click Add to open the recording setting page. Schedule: Use this section to pre-determine a schedule for recording. Recording Schedule: Specify the recording duration. 1. Select the days of the week. 2. Select the recording start and end times in 24-hr time format. Destination: The MicroSD Card recording schedule supports up to ten sets of time frames. Click Save to enable the setting and click Close to exit the page.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Local Storage This section explains how to manage the local storage on the Network Camera. Here you can view SD card status, search for recorded files to playback or download. SD Card Management SD card status: This displays the status and reserved space on your SD card. Note: The SD card must be formatted before using for the first time. Enable cyclic storage: Check this item if you want to enable cyclical recording.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration PTZ Control Preset Point A total of 256 Preset Points can be programmed for the Network Camera. Preset Setting: To setup a Preset Point, please first move the cursor to the live view pane. Then left click and drag the red pointer with PTZ controls to a desired position and adjust the fine zoom/ focus ratio.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Cruise Line The Network Camera supports up to eight Cruise Paths. Cruise Setting: A Cruise path is a stored route defined through manual adjustment of pan, tilt, and zoom. Up to eight Cruise paths may be defined. Select the cruise path from the drop‑down menu that you would like to set. Click the Record Start Set button to begin recording a path. Use the navigation pad or mouse to define a path within the live video window.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Auto Pan Auto Pan scans an area horizontally from left to right or right to left. Up to 4 Auto Pan paths may be defined. Auto Pan Setting: Select from the drop-down menu the path that you would like to set. Use the navigation pad to move the camera view to the desired start point and click Set Start Point. Enter the speed ratio into the Speed field; the speed ratio ranges from 0 low to 3 fast.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Sequence Line The Network Camera supports eight Sequence Lines; each Sequence Line consists of up to 64 Preset Points. Note: Before setting this function, users must pre-define at least two Preset Points. Sequence Setting Click on the Edit button in Sequence Setting section to enter the Sequence setting menu. Sequence Line: Select the number of the Sequence Line to be set from the drop-down list in the top of the Sequence setting menu. Sequential Preset Points Setting: 1.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Home Function Use this page to define the position for the Home button on the PTZ control pad. Home Setting Switch on/off: Enable or disable the home setting. Time The time here represents the duration of camera idle time previous to running a Preset Point / Cruise Line / Auto Pan Path / Sequence Line. When the Home function is activated, the Dome Camera will start to count down when it idles, and then execute the predefined action as time expires.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Advanced Settings Miscellaneous Digital Zoom: Set the digital zoom feature to On or Off Speed by zoom: Adjust the pan/tilt speed automatically by internal algorithm when zooming. The larger zoom ratio leads to the lower rotating speed. Auto Calibration: With the Auto Calibration function, the IP Camera calibrates when the deviation of dome pivot is detected. Click on button to save the setting.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration System User Settings This section explains how to enable password protection and create multiple accounts. Admin Password Setup: The administrator account name is “admin”. The admin account is permanent and cannot be deleted. The default password is blank. Add user account: Add a new user account. Username: Enter a username for the new account. Password: Enter a password for the new account. Privilege: Select the access rights for the new user.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Device Settings Use this page to set a name for the device. The name chose will appear on the OSD overlay. Enter a name for the camera and click Set to store the chosen name.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Time and Date Host Name: This name is for camera identification. If the alarm function is enabled and is set to send and alarm message by E-Mail or FTP, the host name entered here will display in the alarm message. Time Zone: Select the time zone you are in from the drop-down menu. Enable Daylight Saving Time: To enable DST, select the Enable checkmark box and specify a time offset and DST duration as required. The format for time offset is [hh:mm:ss]; eg.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Maintenance Reboot: Click on the Reboot button, and the system will restart without changing current settings. Restore to Default: Click on the Default button to recall the factory default settings. The system will restart in 30 seconds. Note: The Network Camera IP address will be restored to default. Export Files: Users can save the system settings by exporting the configuration file .bin to a specified location for future use.
Section 3: Advanced Configuration Parameter List The Parameter list contains useful information about the current configuration of the camera which is useful for trouble shooting and diagnostics purposes. System Log The content of the file provides useful information about configuration and connections after system boot-up which is useful for trouble shooting and diagnostics purposes.
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Camera Camera Hardware Profile • • • • • Sony Exmor 1/2.8” progressive 3 Megapixel CMOS sensor Minimum illumination 0.1 lux (Color); 0.01 Lux (B/W) Built-in Infrared-Cut Removable (ICR) Filter Electronic shutter 1 to 1/10,000 sec. Variable 20x optical zoom, 10x digital zoom • Focal length 4.7 to 94 mm • Angle of View • (D) 64.42° to 4.65° • (H) 52.27° to 4.07° • (V) 33.4° to 2.
Appendix A: Technical Specifications System Management System Requirements for Web Interface • Microsoft Windows 8/7/Vista/XP/2000 • Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari Event Management • Motion detection • Event notification and upload snapshots/video clips via SMTP or FTP • Multiple event notification • Multiple recording methods for easy backup • Supports multiple SMTP and FTP servers Remote Management • Configuration accessible via web browser • Take snapshots/video clips and save to l
Appendix A: Technical Specifications 282.11 mm Dimensions 191.
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Optional Accessories DCS-32-1 Long Straight Tube, 500 mm, 50 mm diameter, 1.5 kg DCS-32-2 Short Straight Tube, 250 mm, 45 mm diameter, 1 kg DCS-32-3 Standard Pendant Mount, 348 x 104 x 138.6 mm, 1.5 kg DCS-32-4 Mini Pendant Mount, 204 x 124 x 135.2 mm, 1.
Appendix A: Technical Diagrams Connection Panel Pin Definition Power Socket:This is 3 pin socket accepts the power cable. Alarm I/O:Support two digital alarm outputs and four digital alarm inputs. Audio I/O:Support one audio input and one audio ouput.
