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... as our services and websites develop and change. Revision 1.00 Manual Revisions Date 09/24/2015 Description DCS-1201 Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein are...
... as our services and websites develop and change. Revision 1.00 Manual Revisions Date 09/24/2015 Description DCS-1201 Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other company or product names mentioned herein are...
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... Maintenance 54 Device Management 54 System 55 Firmware Upgrade 56 Status 57 Device Info 57 Logs 58 Help 59 Technical Specifications 60 Regulatory Information 64 D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 3
... Maintenance 54 Device Management 54 System 55 Firmware Upgrade 56 Status 57 Device Info 57 Logs 58 Help 59 Technical Specifications 60 Regulatory Information 64 D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 3
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D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 4 Section 1: Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DCS-1201 HD Covert Network Camera (includes control box and camera) Camera cover Flat mounting bracket Angled mounting bracket CD-ROM with User Manual and software Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your warranty. Safety Notice: Installation and servicing should be done by certified technicians so as to conform to all local codes and prevent voiding your reseller.
D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 4 Section 1: Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DCS-1201 HD Covert Network Camera (includes control box and camera) Camera cover Flat mounting bracket Angled mounting bracket CD-ROM with User Manual and software Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your warranty. Safety Notice: Installation and servicing should be done by certified technicians so as to conform to all local codes and prevent voiding your reseller.
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It provides an excellent way to discreetly keep watch over Ethernet (PoE) port D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 5 It also includes audio in and out jacks, DI/DO connectors, and a microSD slot, making it to transmit excellent real-time...on your network load. It incorporates Power over multiple video streams with a built-in a variety of locations without sacrificing quality or functionality. The DCS-1201 is a complete system with different configurations and multicast video streams which helps you manage your purchase of its advanced feature set, including granular control ...
It provides an excellent way to discreetly keep watch over Ethernet (PoE) port D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 5 It also includes audio in and out jacks, DI/DO connectors, and a microSD slot, making it to transmit excellent real-time...on your network load. It incorporates Power over multiple video streams with a built-in a variety of locations without sacrificing quality or functionality. The DCS-1201 is a complete system with different configurations and multicast video streams which helps you manage your purchase of its advanced feature set, including granular control ...
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... Monitoring Utility The D-ViewCam application adds enhanced features and functionality for a simple and clutter-free installation. High Quality Footage The DCS-1201 camera may be set up to configure and access the Network Camera from several sources, such as when motion is a stand... HTTP, and other Internet/Intranet applications because of installation options. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 6 The DCS-1201 can be placed in walls or ceilings, or in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software. The DCS-1201 works with the detail you a wealth of its standards-based features....
... Monitoring Utility The D-ViewCam application adds enhanced features and functionality for a simple and clutter-free installation. High Quality Footage The DCS-1201 camera may be set up to configure and access the Network Camera from several sources, such as when motion is a stand... HTTP, and other Internet/Intranet applications because of installation options. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 6 The DCS-1201 can be placed in walls or ceilings, or in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software. The DCS-1201 works with the detail you a wealth of its standards-based features....
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D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 7 Section 1: Product Overview Hardware Overview Back 12345 1 DC power connector Connects to an optional 12 V / 1.5 A power adapter (not included). 2 Power terminal Connects to a power source. (Pin +: 8-28 V DC input, Pin -: Ground) 3 LAN status LED Indicates connection to a wired network and traffic status. 4 LAN (PoE) port RJ-45 connector for Ethernet which can also be used to power the camera using Power over Ethernet (PoE). 5 microSD card slot Insert a microSD card for storing recorded images and video locally.
D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 7 Section 1: Product Overview Hardware Overview Back 12345 1 DC power connector Connects to an optional 12 V / 1.5 A power adapter (not included). 2 Power terminal Connects to a power source. (Pin +: 8-28 V DC input, Pin -: Ground) 3 LAN status LED Indicates connection to a wired network and traffic status. 4 LAN (PoE) port RJ-45 connector for Ethernet which can also be used to power the camera using Power over Ethernet (PoE). 5 microSD card slot Insert a microSD card for storing recorded images and video locally.
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Section 1: Product Overview Front 6 7 8 9 10 11 6 Audio in jack Connects to a microphone. 7 Audio out jack Connects to a speaker. 8 Status LED Indicates the camera's current status. 9 Camera port Connects to camera cable. 10 DI/DO connectors I/O connectors for external devices. 11 Reset button Press and hold for 10 seconds to reset camera back to the factory default settings. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 8
Section 1: Product Overview Front 6 7 8 9 10 11 6 Audio in jack Connects to a microphone. 7 Audio out jack Connects to a speaker. 8 Status LED Indicates the camera's current status. 9 Camera port Connects to camera cable. 10 DI/DO connectors I/O connectors for external devices. 11 Reset button Press and hold for 10 seconds to reset camera back to the factory default settings. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 8
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D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 9 Section 1: Product Overview 12 13 14 15 16 17 12 Camera lens Fixed lens to record video of the surrounding area. 13 Mounting holes Used when mounting camera to a wall or the angled mounting bracket. 14 Camera cable Connects to control box. 15 Camera cover Snaps onto camera when mounted on a wall. 16 Flat mounting bracket Holds camera when doing a discreet wall installation. 17 Angled mounting bracket Allows camera to be mounted on a wall at an angle.
D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 9 Section 1: Product Overview 12 13 14 15 16 17 12 Camera lens Fixed lens to record video of the surrounding area. 13 Mounting holes Used when mounting camera to a wall or the angled mounting bracket. 14 Camera cable Connects to control box. 15 Camera cover Snaps onto camera when mounted on a wall. 16 Flat mounting bracket Holds camera when doing a discreet wall installation. 17 Angled mounting bracket Allows camera to be mounted on a wall at an angle.
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D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 10 Powering the camera through a power adapter. You can power the DCS-1201 three different ways: through PoE, through the power terminal, or through PoE (Class 2): Connect an Ethernet cable to the LAN (PoE) port on the control box. Connect the other end of the cable to your PoE switch or PoE injector. Section 2: Installation Connecting the Camera Connect the camera cable to the CAM port on the control box.
D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 10 Powering the camera through a power adapter. You can power the DCS-1201 three different ways: through PoE, through the power terminal, or through PoE (Class 2): Connect an Ethernet cable to the LAN (PoE) port on the control box. Connect the other end of the cable to your PoE switch or PoE injector. Section 2: Installation Connecting the Camera Connect the camera cable to the CAM port on the control box.
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... Pin - : Ground Connect an Ethernet cable to your network. Connect the other end of the cable to the LAN (PoE) port on the control box. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 11 Connect the other end of the cable to the power terminal on the control box. Section 2: Installation Powering the camera through a power...
... Pin - : Ground Connect an Ethernet cable to your network. Connect the other end of the cable to the LAN (PoE) port on the control box. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 11 Connect the other end of the cable to the power terminal on the control box. Section 2: Installation Powering the camera through a power...
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D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 12 If the Autorun function on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in your computer is disabled, or if the D-Link Launcher fails to install the Setup Wizard. Step 2 Click on your Windows Start menu (Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE). Click Setup Wizard and follow the instructions to start...
D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 12 If the Autorun function on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in your computer is disabled, or if the D-Link Launcher fails to install the Setup Wizard. Step 2 Click on your Windows Start menu (Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE). Click Setup Wizard and follow the instructions to start...
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.... Section 2: Installation Step 3 The Setup Wizard will appear and display the MAC address and IP address of your network does not use . If your camera(s). D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 13 Select your network, a valid IP Address will be displayed. Step 4 Enter the Admin ID and password. If you wish to continue.
.... Section 2: Installation Step 3 The Setup Wizard will appear and display the MAC address and IP address of your network does not use . If your camera(s). D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 13 Select your network, a valid IP Address will be displayed. Step 4 Enter the Admin ID and password. If you wish to continue.
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Select Static IP if you want to continue. Click Next to manually enter the IP settings for the camera. Step 6 Take a moment to confirm your camera obtains an IP address automatically from a DHCP server such as a router. Section 2: Installation Step 5 Select DHCP if your settings and click Restart. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 14
Select Static IP if you want to continue. Click Next to manually enter the IP settings for the camera. Step 6 Take a moment to confirm your camera obtains an IP address automatically from a DHCP server such as a router. Section 2: Installation Step 5 Select DHCP if your settings and click Restart. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 14
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Insert the camera, and use the screw and washer to secure the camera in the wall/ceiling, which should be no more than 5 mm thick. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 15 Covert installation Drill a hole 9 mm in diameter in the mounting bracket as shown. Mounting directly on the flat mounting bracket and attach ...
Insert the camera, and use the screw and washer to secure the camera in the wall/ceiling, which should be no more than 5 mm thick. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 15 Covert installation Drill a hole 9 mm in diameter in the mounting bracket as shown. Mounting directly on the flat mounting bracket and attach ...
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Mounting the control box Use 4 screws to attach the mounting plates to the control box, then use 2 screws to the angled mounting bracket with the included screws as shown. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 16 Section 2: Installation Mounting using the angled mounting bracket Attach the angled mounting bracket to the wall/ceiling using the included hex wrench. You can adjust the pivot of the angled mounting bracket by using the included screw. Attach the camera to mount the control box in the desired location.
Mounting the control box Use 4 screws to attach the mounting plates to the control box, then use 2 screws to the angled mounting bracket with the included screws as shown. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 16 Section 2: Installation Mounting using the angled mounting bracket Attach the angled mounting bracket to the wall/ceiling using the included hex wrench. You can adjust the pivot of the angled mounting bracket by using the included screw. Attach the camera to mount the control box in the desired location.
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... use your camera. After entering your Windows Start menu (Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE). At the end of the wizard, click Link, or enter the IP address of the camera. Step 1 Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in Web configuration utility is blank... After completing the Setup Wizard, you did not create a password, the default password is designed to easily access and configure your DCS-1201. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 17 The Setup Wizard will automatically open your web browser to access the web configuration. To log in the Installation Wizard...
... use your camera. After entering your Windows Start menu (Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE). At the end of the wizard, click Link, or enter the IP address of the camera. Step 1 Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in Web configuration utility is blank... After completing the Setup Wizard, you did not create a password, the default password is designed to easily access and configure your DCS-1201. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 17 The Setup Wizard will automatically open your web browser to access the web configuration. To log in the Installation Wizard...
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Step 4 This section displays your video profile and view or operate the camera. You can select your camera's live video. Section 3: Configuration Step 3 Enter admin as the default username and leave the password blank. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 18 Click OK to continue.
Step 4 This section displays your video profile and view or operate the camera. You can select your camera's live video. Section 3: Configuration Step 3 Enter admin as the default username and leave the password blank. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 18 Click OK to continue.
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... this indicator will change color. Starts the automatic panning function. The red box indicates the visible region of the screen. Stops the camera ePTZ motion. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 19 Digital Input Indicator Motion Trigger Indicator Recording Indicator Control Pad Auto Pan Stop This indicator will pan from back and forth within...
... this indicator will change color. Starts the automatic panning function. The red box indicates the visible region of the screen. Stops the camera ePTZ motion. D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 19 Digital Input Indicator Motion Trigger Indicator Recording Indicator Control Pad Auto Pan Stop This indicator will pan from back and forth within...
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D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 20 Section 3: Configuration Video Profile 1 Video Profile 2 Full screen mode Take a Snapshot Record a Video Clip Set a Storage Folder Enable/Mute Audio In (from a microphone) Enable/Mute Audio Out (to a speaker) Start/Stop Digital Output Go To: If any presets have been defined, you can select them here to move the (Preset List) camera to the selected preset.
D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 20 Section 3: Configuration Video Profile 1 Video Profile 2 Full screen mode Take a Snapshot Record a Video Clip Set a Storage Folder Enable/Mute Audio In (from a microphone) Enable/Mute Audio Out (to a speaker) Start/Stop Digital Output Go To: If any presets have been defined, you can select them here to move the (Preset List) camera to the selected preset.
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D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 21 If you may click Manual Internet Connection Setup to manually configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Motion Detection Setup and skip to "Network Setup" on page 37. Section 3: Configuration Setup Setup Wizard To configure your Network Camera's motion detection settings, click Motion Detection Setup Wizard. To quickly configure your Network Camera, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard. Alternatively, you want to enter your Network Camera and skip to "Motion Detection" on page 26.
D-Link DCS-1201 User Manual 21 If you may click Manual Internet Connection Setup to manually configure your settings without running the wizard, click Manual Motion Detection Setup and skip to "Network Setup" on page 37. Section 3: Configuration Setup Setup Wizard To configure your Network Camera's motion detection settings, click Motion Detection Setup Wizard. To quickly configure your Network Camera, click Internet Connection Setup Wizard. Alternatively, you want to enter your Network Camera and skip to "Motion Detection" on page 26.