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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. Manual Revisions Revision Date Description 1.00 04/22/2016 DCS-2530L Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 1.01 09/23/2016 Update technical specifications 1.02 11/08/2016 Updated for firmware 1.00.21 1.
Table of Contents Product Overview............................................................... 4 Package Contents.......................................................................... 4 System Requirements.................................................................. 4 Introduction.................................................................................... 5 Features............................................................................................. 5 Hardware Overview...........
Section 1: Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents • • • • • DCS-2530L Full HD 180-Degree Wi-Fi Network Camera Power Adapter Mounting Kit Quick Installation Guide Quick Install Card 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. If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. System Requirements • 802.
Section 1: Product Overview Introduction The DCS-2530L Full HD 180-Degree Wi-Fi Network Camera boasts an ultra-wide 180° horizontal lens that easily captures your entire room, wall-towall, in high-quality 1080p. Its rotatable head makes ceiling installations easy, and the built-in night vision and handy mobile app empower you with knowing exactly what is happening, day or night.
Section 1: Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Microphone Light Sensor IR LEDs (behind cover) Camera Lens Signal Locator LED Solid Green: Best wireless signal Solid Orange: Good wireless signal Blinking Orange: Poor wireless signal Camera Stand D-Link DCS-2530L User Manual 6
Section 1: Product Overview Rear View microSD Slot WPS Button Power/Status LED Solid Green: Successfully connected Blinking Green: WPS process in progress Reset Button MicroUSB Connector (for power) Solid Red: Camera is booting, or firmware upgrade is in progress D-Link DCS-2530L User Manual 7
Section 2: Installation Installation There are two ways to set up your camera: mydlink Lite Mobile App: You can use the mydlink Lite mobile app to guide you through setup and initial configuration of your camera. Refer to "Mobile App Setup" on page 10. Zero Configuration Setup: If you have a mydlink-enabled router (D-Link Wi-Fi router), this is the easiest way to set up your camera. Refer to "Zero Configuration Setup" on page 11.
Section 2: Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The DCS-2530L connects to your network using a wireless connection 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 Mobile App Setup You can configure your camera through the mydlink Lite mobile app. On your mobile device, download mydlink Lite by searching for mydlink Lite in the iTunes App Store, Google Play, or the Windows Store. Launch the mydlink Lite app and create a new account or sign in to your existing account. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your camera.
Section 2: Installation Zero Configuration Setup If you have a mydlink-enabled Wi-FI Router, you can take advantage of Zero Configuration Setup. Zero Configuration automatically configures your camera’s settings for you, and adds the camera to your mydlink account automatically. This type of setup allows you to set up your camera by simply plugging it in and connecting it to your router.
Section 2: Installation Check Your mydlink Account From any computer with an Internet connection, open a web browser and login to your mydlink account. The mydlink page will check for new devices and display a New device Found! popup notification in the bottom left corner. Click the notification to continue. DCS-2530L A summary and confirmation notification will appear with the automatically configured details. Make a note of the details and click Yes to add the camera to your account.
Section 2: Installation Zero Configuration will navigate to the mydlink Live View tab for your camera where you will see a screen similar to the following. Your camera is now set up, and you can skip to "mydlink" on page 16 to learn more about the mydlink features of this camera, or to "Configuration" on page 20 for advanced configuration of your camera. Note: If you see a white haze when viewing in night vision mode, the night vision light on the camera may be reflecting off a nearby surface.
Section 2: Installation Mounting the Camera To mount your camera on a wall or ceiling, please follow the steps below. It is recommended that you configure the camera before mounting. Step 1 Rotate the baseplate counter-clockwise and remove it. 1 Step 2 Place the baseplate where you want to position the camera and use a pencil to mark the holes. You can use the lower holes for a removable installation, or the top holes for a fixed one. Make sure that the arrow on the baseplate is pointing up.
Section 2: Installation Step 4 Place the baseplate over the holes that are in the wall. Make sure to align the baseplate holes with the holes in the wall. Use the supplied screws to attach the baseplate to the surface of the wall. Step 5 Place the camera over the baseplate with the alignment nub pointing left, then attach the camera by rotating it until the alignment nub points up. Step 6 Adjust the angle and rotation of the camera as desired.
Section 2: Installation mydlink After registering your camera with a mydlink account, you will be able to remotely access your camera from the www.mydlink.com website.
Section 2: Installation Using the DCS-2530L with Google Home You can use your voice to control your DCS-2530L with your Google Home Smart Speaker and Google Assistant. Before proceeding, make sure you have: 1. Installed your DCS-2530L and registered for a mydlink account using mydlink Lite. For more details, please see Mobile App Setup on page 10. 2. Make sure your mobile device, DCS-2530L, and Google Home Smart Speaker are all connected to the same wireless network.
Section 2: Installation 4. On the Add devices page, tap mydlink Smart to bring up the mydlink sign in page. Enter your account E-mail and Password and tap Sign in. 5. After logging in, your DCS-2530L will show up in the Devices tab under Home control. DCS-2530L 6. You can also give your DCS-2530L a friendly name for use with voice commands under device details.
Section 2: Installation Using voice commands to control your DCS-2530L: To enable live video streaming, you can give the voice command “Hey Google, turn [nickname of camera] On”. To disable live streaming, open the mydlink Lite app and check Privacy Mode. Note: When live streaming is On, the Privacy Mode setting will be Off. Conversely when live streaming is Off, the Privacy Mode setting will be On.
Section 3: Configuration Configuration Accessing the Web Configuration Utility 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-2530L. At the end of the wizard, click Go To Camera, or enter the IP address of your camera into a web browser, such as Internet Explorer®. To log in, use the user name admin and the password you created in the Installation Wizard.
Section 3: Configuration Live Video The Live Video page lets you view the live video stream from your camera. Please make sure that you have the latest version of Java installed on your computer to ensure proper operation when viewing the video in Java mode. The Java application can be downloaded free from http://www.java.com.
Section 3: Configuration Icon Button Name Function Event Trigger Indicator This indicator will change color when a trigger event occurs, such as when motion or sound is detected. Recording Indicator When a recording is in progress, this indicator will change color. Profile buttons Use these buttons to switch between video profiles. Refer to "Audio and Video" on page 35 for more information on setting up profiles. Full Screen button Switches to a full screen view of the camera video.
Section 3: Configuration Setup Setup Wizard This section allows you to begin setup wizards which will guide you through the process of getting your camera’s various functions configured. If you comfortable with adjusting the settings manually, you may skip the wizards and adjust settings manually as needed. Internet You may choose to configure your camera's Internet connection by Connection Setup using the Internet Connection Setup Wizard that includes step-by-step Wizard: instructions.
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 camera is connected to a router, or you are unsure how your camera will connect to the Internet, select DHCP.
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. Please enter the relevant information for your e-mail 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 Enabling this setting allows your camera to be configured as a UPnP Presentation: device on your network. Enable UPnP Port Enabling this setting allows the camera to add port forwarding entries Forwarding: into the router automatically on a UPnP capable network. Enable PPPoE: Enable this setting if your network uses PPPoE. User Name / Enter the username and password for your PPPoE account. Re-enter your Password: password in the Confirm Password field.
Section 3: Configuration Enable QoS: Enabling QoS allows you to specify the Quality of Service for different types of traffic so you can prioritize their transmission on your network. QoS helps provide prioritization for Layer 3 traffic. If the camera is connected to a router that itself implements QoS, the router's settings will override the QoS settings of the camera. Enable IPv6: Select Enable IPv6 to automatically get an IPv6 address from your router.
Section 3: Configuration Wireless Setup This section allows you to set up and configure the wireless settings on your camera. Site Survey: The drop-down menu lists all the wireless networks that the camera was able to detect. Click Rescan to scan for wireless networks again. SSID: Type in an SSID name to connect the camera to a wireless network. Wireless Mode: This shows the current wireless mode being used by the camera.
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 drop-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 can configure the video image settings for your camera. Enable Privacy Mask The Privacy Mask setting allows you to specify up to 3 rectangular areas Setting: 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 Shutter: If you selected a custom exposure mode, this setting will appear. You can set the minimum and maximum shutter speed (in seconds). Lower shutter speeds will provide brighter images and are suitable for lowlight conditions, but moving objects will appear blurry. Higher shutter speeds will provide a clearer picture, but will require more available light. Additionally, if you are using fluorescent lighting, high shutter speeds may cause the video to flicker.
Section 3: Configuration Audio and Video You may configure up to three video profiles with different settings for your camera. Hence, you may set up different profiles for your computer and mobile display. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Mode: Set the video codec to be used to JPEG or H.264. Frame size: Frame size determines the total capture resolution the camera will use when viewing and recording video.
Section 3: Configuration Motion Detection Motion detection enables the camera to monitor the video feed for movement. Here, you can specify what part of the image to monitor for motion and adjust the sensitivity settings that 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.
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. If this option is selected, the trigger by option under Video Clip, Snapshot, or SD Recording should also be selected. For more details, refer to "Event Setup" on page 39. Sound Detection: Select this box to enable the sound detection feature of your camera.
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 Select this to enable Daylight Saving Time. Saving: Auto Daylight Select this option to allow your camera to configure the Daylight Saving Saving: settings automatically.
Section 3: Configuration Event Setup The DCS-2530L has a comprehensive Event system that lets you configure the camera to perform certain actions when an event occurs. For example, when motion is detected, you can have snapshots sent to an e-mail address. You can also configure the camera to take regular video recordings according to a schedule you define. Detailed information for the following steps can be found at Add Server on page 38, Add Media on page 39, and Add Event on page 41.
Section 3: Configuration The Event Setup page includes four different sections. • Server • Media • Event • Recording 1. To add a new server, media, event, or recording item, click Add. A screen will appear and allow you to update the fields accordingly. 2. To delete the selected item from the server, media, event, or recording drop-down menus, click the Delete button next to it. 3. Click on an item to edit it. Add Server You can configure up to five servers (destinations) to save snapshots and/or video to.
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 the media 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 page 35 for more information on video profiles. Send pre-event Set the number of pre-event images to take.
Section 3: Configuration File name prefix: Enter the prefix to add to the saved file name. SNAPSHOTS20080104_100341 File name prefix Date and time suffix The format is: YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS Add date and time Check this to add the date and time the snapshot was recorded as a file suffix to file name: name suffix. Video clip: Select this option to set the media type to video clips. Source: Set the video profile to use as the media source.
Section 3: Configuration Add Event Create and schedule up to three 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: Specify the delay time before allowing this event to be triggered again.
Section 3: Configuration 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.
Section 3: Configuration Add Recording Here you can configure and schedule a regular video recording. After making any changes, click the Save Settings button to save your changes. Recording entry Enter a name for the recording. name: Enable this Select this to enable this recording. recording: Priority: Set the priority for this recording. A recording with a higher priority will be the one used if two recordings will happen at the same time. Source: Select the video profile to use as the recording source.
Section 3: Configuration Size of each file for If this is selected, files will be separated based on the file size you specify. recording: Time of each file for If this is selected, files will be separated based on the maximum length recording: you specify. File Name Prefix: The prefix name will be added to 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. Video is stored in the Video folder, and snapshots are stored in the Picture folder. You can playback video and view snapshots by clicking on the appropriate folder, then clicking on the file you want to view. Files Per Page: Use the drop-down menu to specify how many files to show per page. To change pages, use the drop-down menu on the right.
Section 3: Configuration Advanced 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 drop-down 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 Enable HTTPS connections. You will need to create a certificate using Secure Connection: the settings below. Create Certificate 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-2530L. Allow list: The list of IP addresses that have access rights to the camera. Note: When adding entries to the Allow list, make sure the first entry includes the IP address of the computer or device you are using to access the camera. Otherwise, you may be blocked from accessing the camera after adding the entry to the Allow list.
Section 3: Configuration Maintenance Admin You may modify the name and administrator’s password of your camera, as well as add and manage the user accounts for accessing the camera. You may also use this section to create a unique name and configure the OSD settings for your camera. Admin Password Set a new password for the administrator’s account. Setting: Add User Account: Add a new user account. User Name: Enter the user name for the new account. New Password: Enter the password for the new account.
Section 3: Configuration System In this section, you may backup, restore and reset the camera configuration, or reboot the camera. Save To Local Hard You may save your current camera configuration as a file on your Drive: computer. Load From Local Locate a pre-saved configuration by clicking Browse and then restore Hard Drive: 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-2530L, 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 Log 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: Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Camera Camera Hardware Profile • 1/3” Megapixel progressive CMOS sensor • Minimum illumination: • Color mode: 0.5 lux • B/W mode (LEDs off): 0.1 lux • B/W mode (LEDs on): 0 lux • Minimum object distance 30 cm • Lens focal length: 1.7 mm • Aperture: F2.
Appendix A: Technical Specifications Remote Management • Configuration interface accessible via web browser Mobile Support • mydlink Lite app for iPhone, iPad or Android smartphone or tablet General Dimensions • 109.6 x 66.0 x 66.0 mm (4.3 x 2.4 x 2.4 inches) ± 5% Weight • 105 grams (3.7 ounces) ± 5% Power Adapter • Input: 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption • 4.
Appendix B: Technical Support Contacting Technical Support U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link technical support through our web site or by phone. Before you contact technical support, please have the following ready: • Model number of the product (e.g. DCS-2530L) • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the camera (e.g. rev A1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the camera).
Appendix C: Warranty Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein, D-Link Systems, Inc. (“D-Link”) provides this Limited Warranty: • Only to the person or entity that originally purchased the product from D-Link or its authorized reseller or distributor, and • Only for products purchased and delivered within the fifty states of the United States, the District of Columbia, U.S. Possessions or Protectorates, U.S. Military Installations, or addresses with an APO or FPO.
Appendix C: Warranty Limited Software Warranty: D-Link warrants that the software portion of the product (“Software”) will substantially conform to D-Link’s then current functional specifications for the Software, as set forth in the applicable documentation, from the date of original retail purchase of the Software for a period of ninety (90) days (“Software Warranty Period”), provided that the Software is properly installed on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation.
Appendix C: Warranty • After an RMA number is issued, the defective product must be packaged securely in the original or other suitable shipping package to ensure that it will not be damaged in transit, and the RMA number must be prominently marked on the outside of the package. Do not include any manuals or accessories in the shipping package. D-Link will only replace the defective portion of the product and will not ship back any accessories.
Appendix C: Warranty IF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED IN ANY TERRITORY WHERE A PRODUCT IS SOLD, THE DURATION OF SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY COVERED UNDER THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED HEREIN, THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY, SELECTION AND PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT IS WITH THE PURCHASER OF THE PRODUCT.
Appendix C: Warranty FCC Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communication.
Appendix D: Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.
