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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 April 24, 2015 Description DCS-4201 Revision A1 with firmware version 1.
Table of Contents Product Overview.......................................................................... 4 Package Contents.................................................................. 4 Introduction............................................................................. 5 System Requirements.......................................................... 5 Features..................................................................................... 6 Hardware Overview...............................
Section 1: Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DCS-4201 Vigilance HD Wireless 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. Safety Notice: Installation and servicing should be done by certified technicians so as to conform to all local codes and prevent voiding your warranty.
Section 1: Product Overview Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-4201 Vigilance HD Wireless Camera. The DCS-4201 is a versatile and unique solution for your small office. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-4201 is a complete system with a built-in CPU and web server that transmits high quality video images for security and surveillance. The DCS-4201 can be accessed remotely, and controlled from any PC/Notebook over your local network or through the Internet via a web browser.
Section 1: Product Overview Features Simple to Use The DCS-4201 is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software. The DCS-4201 supports both ActiveX mode for Internet Explorer and Java mode for other browsers such as Firefox® and Safari®. Supports a Variety of Platforms Supporting TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols. The DCS-4201 can also be integrated easily into other Internet/Intranet applications because of its standards-based features.
Section 1: Product Overview Hardware Overview Front 4 1 5 2 6 7 3 1 Status LED 2 Infrared LED 3 PIR Sensor 4 Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area 5 Microphone Records audio from the surrounding area 6 Light Sensor The light sensor monitors lighting conditions and switches between day and night vision modes accordingly 7 Speaker D-Link DCS-4201 User Manual Indicates the camera's current status Used to illuminate the camera's field of view at night Passive infrared sensor
Section 1: Product Overview Rear 1 3 4 5 2 1 Ethernet Port Connects to your Ethernet network 2 Reset Button Press and hold this button for 10 seconds to reset the camera 3 Power Connector Connects to the included DC 5 V power adapter 4 DI/DO Connector I/O connectors for external devices 5 Adjustment Ring Tighten or loosen the adjustment ring to adjust the camera's position D-Link DCS-4201 User Manual 8
Section 1: Product Overview Sides 1 1 microSD Card Slot D-Link DCS-4201 User Manual Insert a microSD card for storing recorded images and video locally 9
Section 1: Product Overview 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 Installation Hardware Installation If you wish to set up your camera without using the Camera Setup Wizard, please follow these steps. Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the panel at the rear of the DCS-4201 and attach it to the network.
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 2: Installation Configuration with Wizard Insert the DCS-4201 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. After clicking Setup Wizard, the following window will open. Click Next to continue.
Section 2: Installation Click Yes to accept the License Agreement. Click Next to start the installation process. Note: The installation may take several minutes to finish. Click Finish to complete the installation.
Section 2: Installation Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard SE icon that was created in your Windows Start menu. Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE 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 192.168.0.20 will be displayed. Click the Wizard button to continue. Enter the Admin ID and password.
Section 2: Installation Select DHCP if your camera obtains an IP address automatically from a DHCP server (e.g., router). Select Static IP if you want to manually enter the IP settings for the camera. Click Next to continue. Take a moment to confirm your settings and click Restart.
Section 2: Installation Setup Wizard SE Viewing Camera via Web Browser 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 Link to access the web configuration. The Setup Wizard will automatically open your web browser to the IP address of the camera.
Section 2: Installation Enter admin as the default username and leave the password blank. Click OK to continue. This section displays 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.
Section 3: 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-4201. 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 User name admin and the password you created in the Installation Wizard.
Section 3: 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 microSD card.
Section 3: 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 3: Configuration Setup 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 "Network Setup" on page 27. 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"Motion Detection" on page 39.
Section 3: 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. Select how the camera will connect to the Internet. If your router is connected to a router, or you are unsure how your camera will connect to the Internet, select DHCP Connection.
Section 3: Configuration If you have a Dynamic DNS account and would like the camera to update your IP address automatically, Select Enable DDNS and enter your host information. Click Next to continue. Enter a name for your camera and click Next to continue. 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.
Section 3: 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 3: 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 3: 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 3: 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 Settings: 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 3: 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 Network Camera 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 3: Configuration Enable Bonjour: Enable this to allow other network devices to connect to this camera using Bonjour. Bonjour Name: Enter the name to identify this camera on Bonjour.
Section 3: 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 3: Configuration Dynamic DNS DDNS allows you to access your camera using a domain name instead of an IP address. To do this, you will need to have an account with one of the DDNS services listed in the drop-down box on this page. 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. Host Name: Enter the host name of the DDNS server.
Section 3: 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 Setting: 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 3: 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 3: Configuration Audio and Video You may configure up to 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. 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 3: Configuration 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. Fixed quality: Select the image quality level for the camera to try to maintain. High quality levels will result in increased bit rates. Audio in off: Selecting this checkbox will mute incoming audio. Audio in gain level: This setting controls the amount of gain applied to incoming audio to increase its volume.
Section 3: 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 3: 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 3: Configuration Motion Detection Motion detection enables the camera to monitor the video feed for movement. Here, you can adjust the sensitivity and percentage settings, which work together to determine whether motion is detected by the camera or not. 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 3: Configuration Draw Motion Area: Use your mouse to click and drag on the area that you would like to monitor for motion. Erase Motion Area: To erase a motion detection area, simply click on the red square that you wish to remove. Right clicking on the camera image brings up the following menu options: Select All: Draws a motion detection area over the entire screen. Clear All: Clears any motion detection areas that have been drawn.
Section 3: Configuration Sound Detection Sound detection enables the camera to monitor the environment for loud sounds. You may set the volume threshold used to determine whether sound was detected or not. Enable Sound Detection: Check this box to enable the sound detection feature of your camera. Detection Level: Specifies the measurable level that would indicate sound. Please enter a value between 50 and 90, the higher the number the more sensitive the camera will be to sound.
Section 3: 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 3: Configuration Event Setup In a typical application, when motion is detected, the DCS-4201 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.
Section 3: 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 3: 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. 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.
Section 3: 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 35 for more information on video profiles.
Section 3: 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 51 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 3: Configuration Add Event Create and schedule up to 2 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 3: Configuration Time: Select Always or enter the time interval. Action: If you have created Server and Media entries, you will see them appear here. Select which Server you want to send to and which Media you want the camera to send. Trigger D/O: Select to trigger the digital output for a specific number of seconds when an event occurs.
Section 3: 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: Scheduling the recording entry.
Section 3: 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 3: Configuration SD Card Here you may browse and manage the recorded files which are stored on the microSD card. Format SD Card: Click this icon to automatically format the microSD card and create "picture" & "video" folders. View Recorded Picture: If the picture files are stored on the microSD card, click on the picture folder and choose the picture file you would like to view.
Section 3: 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 3: Configuration ICR and IR Here you can configure the ICR and IR settings. The IR(Infrared) Cut-Removable(ICR) filter can be disengaged for increased sensitivity in low light environments. Automatic: The Day/Night mode is set automatically. You can use the Sensitivity dropdown box to set when the camera will switch to Night mode. The text box to the right shows what lighting conditions are currently being detected by the camera for reference.
Section 3: Configuration HTTPS This page allows you to install and activate an HTTPS certificate for secure 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 3: Configuration Access List Here you can set access permissions for users to view your DCS-4201. 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.
Section 3: 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 a unique name and configure the OSD settings for your camera. Admin Password Setting: Set a new password for the administrator’s account. Add User Account: Add a new user account. User Name: Enter the user name for the new account.
Section 3: Configuration System In this section, you may back up, 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. 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.
Section 3: 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-4201, 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 3: Configuration Status Device Info This page displays detailed information about your device and network connection.
Section 3: 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 3: 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 DC5V OUTPUT DC 5 V Output / Max.
Appendix B: Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Camera Network Camera Hardware Profile 1/4” Megapixel progressive CMOS sensor 10 meter IR illumination distance Minimum illumination: 0 lux with IR LED on Built-in Infrared-Cut Removable (ICR) Filter module Built-in PIR sensor Built-in microphone and speaker 10x digital zoom Focal length: 1.8 mm Aperture: F2.4 Angle of view: (H) 97.6° (V) 69.2° (D) 108.
Appendix B: Technical Specifications System System Management Requirements for Web Interface General Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8/7/Vista Browser: Internet Explorer, Firefox Event Management Motion detection Event notification and uploading of snapshots/video clips via e-mail or FTP Supports multiple SMTP and FTP servers Multiple event notifications Multiple recording methods for easy backup Remote Management Take snapshots/video clips and save to local hard drive
For Model: DCS-4201 FCC Statement Part 15 General This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Note: The country code selection is for non-US model only and is not available to all US model. Per FCC regulation, all WiFi product marketed in US must fixed to US operation channels only. MPE or SAR Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
