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1.Can the D-Link Network Camera be used outdoors?

The Network Camera is not weatherproof. It needs to be equipped with a weatherproof case to be used outdoors and it is not recommended.

2.What is the difference between D-Link D-ViewCam and the traditional surveillance system?

D-Link D-ViewCam records video in MJPEG and MPEG4 formats, stores high quality image data on computer hard disks, and provides easy query and review of the stored video. Traditional surveillance systems use videotape for storage and review, which is hard to managed, time consuming and the recorded video will degrade over a period of time or usage.

3.What is the Lux Factor for my Internet camera?

Lux is a unit of illumination equal to one candle intensity or equal to one lumen per square meter.

Note: Lower LUX value cameras work better in low light.

DCS-900/DCS-900W
2.5Lux @ F1.4

DCS-910/DCS-920
1.0Lux @ F1.9

DCS-950/DCS-950G
0.5 Lux @ F1.4

DCS-2000/DCS-2100+
2.5Lux @ F1.4

DCS-3220/DCS-3220G
1.0Lux @ F2.0

DCS-5300/DCS-5300W/DCS-5300G
1.0Lux @ F2.0

DCS-6620/DCS-6620G
0.05Lux

DCS-5610
1.0Lux @ F1.9

DCS-6110
1.5Lux @ F1.4

DCS-3410
0.3Lux @ F1.6 (typical); 0 Lux (10 meter range with optional IR Lens)

DCS-3415
1.61Lux @ F1.4 1/30s 0.38 Lux F1.4, 1/30s, ICR on

4.Why use the D-Link D-ViewCam Intelligent Solution?

D-Link D-ViewCam is the bundled video surveillance system software that provides advanced security monitoring and device management functions to use with D-Link Internet cameras. This software uses IP technology to provide comprehensive management functions such as system controls, live video feeds and archived recordings. 

5.What Should my D-Link DCS camera box contain?

IP CAMERA PACKAGE CONTENTS:

DCS-1000

DCS-1000, CD, AC Power Adapter, Mounting Bracket, QIG, CD (Manual, QIG, IPView, Setup Wizard), Ethernet Cable

DCS-1000W

DCS-1000W , 2 Antennas, AC Power Adapter, Stand/Mounting Bracket, QIG, Ethernet Cable, CD(Manual, QIG, IPView, Setup Wizard)

DCS-1110

DCS-1110 device, Master CD with manual and software, QIG, 2.0dBm antenna, 5V 2.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket.

DCS-2000

DCS-2000, AC Power Adapter, CD (Drivers, Software, QIG, Manual), Camera Stand and Bracket, Ethernet Cable

DCS-2100+

DCS-2100+, Stand, CD, Manual,QIG, 2 Antennas, Bracket

DCS-2100G

DCS-2100G device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 5V 2A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket.

DCS-2120

DCS-2120 device, Master CD with manual software, QIG, 2.0dBm antenna, 5V 2.0A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket.

DCS-30

Enclosure

DCS-3220

DCS-3220 Device, CD with manual, QIG, 12V 1.5A Switching Power Adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 Cable, Mounting Bracket.

DCS-3220G

DCS-3220G Device, CD with manual, QIG, 12v 1.5A Switching Power Adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 Cable, 2.0 dBm Antenna, Mounting Bracket.

DCS-3420

DCS-3420 Device, Switching power adapter, Bracket, Antenna.

DCS-40

Enclosure, Bracket

DCS-45

Housing, Screws for housing, Cable Glands, Bracket, Screws for bracket

DCS-50

Camera Enclosure, Bracket

DCS-5220

DCS-5220 device, Master CD with Manual and Software, CAT-5 RJ-45 Cable, Mounting Kit, Power Adapter, Antenna, QIG.

DCS-5300

DCS-5300 device, 12V/1.5A Power Adapter, CAT5 Ethernet Cable, QIG, Master CD, A/V Cable, Remote Control, Stand

DCS-5300G

DCS-5300G Device, CD with manual, QIG, 12v 1.5A Switching Power Adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 Cable, 2.0 dBm Antenna, AV Cable, Remote Control, Stand and Mounting Bracket

DCS-5300W

DCS-5300W Camera, 12V/1.5A Power Adapter, CAT5 Ethernet Cable, QIG, Master CD, A/V Cable, Remote Control, Stand

DCS-60

Camera Enclosure, Bracket

DCS-6620

DCS-6620 Device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 12V 1.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket Remote Control

DCS-6620G

DCS-6620G device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 2.0dBm antenna, 12V 1.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket, Remote Control

DCS-70

Camera Enclosure, Bracket

DCS-900

DCS-900 Internet Camera, Software in CD-ROM, QIG, Power Adapter(DC5V), Stand, Ethernet Cable

DCS-900W

DCS-910

DCS-910 device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 2.0dBm antenna, 5V 5.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket

DCS-900W Internet Camera, Power Adapter, QIG, CD-ROM, Ethernet Cable, Antenna, Swivel Stand

DCS-950

DCS-950 Device, Master CD with manual & software, QIG, 5V 2.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket.

DCS-950G

DCS-950G Device, Master CD with manual & software, QIG, 2.0dBm Antenna, 5V 2.5A Switching Power Adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 Cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket.

DCS-G900

DCS-G900 device, Master CD with manual & software, QIG, 2.0dBm antenna, 5V 2.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket.

DCS-920

DCS-920 device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 2.0dBm antenna, 5V 5.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket

DCS-910

DCS-910 device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 2.0dBm antenna, 5V 5.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket

DCS-5610

DCS-5610 device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 12V 1.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket

DCS-6110

DCS-6110 device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 12V 1.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Dome Enclosure, Ring Enclosure, Screwdriver, Screws and I/O Connector

DCS-3410

DCS-3410 device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 12V 1.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket

DCS-3415

DCS-3415 device, Master CD with manual, software, QIG, 12V 1.5A switching power adapter, Cat.5 RJ-45 cable, Stand and Mounting Bracket

Tags: camera, DCS-920, DDNS

Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Service) is a method of keeping a domain name linked to a changing (dynamic) IP address. With most Cable and DSL connections, you are assigned a dynamic IP address and that address is used only for the duration of that specific connection. To properly configure the DDNS feature follow the steps below:

Step 1: Open a web browser and type the IP address of the D-Link DI-624M in the address bar (default is 192.168.0.1). Press Enter.

Step 2: The default username is admin (all lower case) and the default password is blank (nothing). Click OK.

Step 3: Click the Tools tab at the top and then click DDNS on the left side.

Step 4: Next to DDNS select enabled and configure the following:

• Server Address – Select your DDNS service provider.

• Host Name – Enter the domain name that you registered with your DDNS service provider (IE mydomain.dyndns.org)
• User Name – Enter the username for your DDNS account
• Password – Enter the password for your DDNS account

Step 5: Click Apply and then Continue to save the changes.

Read More: How to configure DDNS on D-Link DGL-4100 or DGL-4300 gaming router?

Tags: DDNS, DI-624M

DDNS(Dynamic DNS) will allow you to access your public IP address by domain name. The DDNS feature updates your public IP address with the DDNS provider each time it renews.

Step 1 Register with one of the following DDNS providers. If you already have an account with a DDNS provider listed below, skip to Step 2.

ChangeIP.com

DynDNS.org

EuroDynDNS.org

hn.org

no-ip.com

ods.org

ovh.com

regfish.com

tzo.com

Step 2: Open a web browser and type the IP address of the D-Link gaming router in the address bar (default is 192.168.0.1). Press Enter.

Step 3: The default password is blank (nothing). Click Log In.

Step 4 Click Tools at the top and then click Dynamic DNS on the left side.

Step 5: Select the Dynamic DNS Enabled checkbox and configure the following:

• Server Address – Select the DDNS provider that you registered with
• Host Name – Enter the domain name that you registered (i.e. mydomain.provider.org)
• Username or Key – Enter the username for your DDNS account
• Password or Key – Enter the password for your DDNS account
• Verify Password or Key – Confirm the password for your DDNS account
• Timeout – Enter the timeout (in hours) in which the gaming router will update your DDNS account if your IP address has not changed

Step 6: Click Save Settings at the top to apply the DDNS settings.

Tags: DDNS, DGL-4100, DGL-4300, gaming router

This FAQ is for the D-Link DCS-2000, DCS-2100, DCS-2100G, DCS-2100+, DCS-3220, DCS-3220G, DCS-3420, DCS-5300, DCS-5300G, DCS-5300W, DCS-6620, DCS-6620G cameras.

Dynamic DNS (DDNS) allows remote administration of the camera using a domain name in situations where a static IP address is not available. Each time a new dynamic IP address is pulled, the camera updates the IP address with the DDNS service provider.

Step 1: Register with one of the following DDNS providers:

DynDNS.org
TZO.com
dhs.org
Write down the URL and login information you obtained after registering with one of the above DDNS providers.

Step 2: Log into the web-based configuration of the camera.

Step 3: Click Configuration to the left.

Step 4: Click the Advanced tab and then click DDNS&UPnP to the left.

Step 5: Click the Enable DDNS checkbox.

Step 6: Select the provider that you registered with from the drop-down list next to Provider.

Step 7: Using the information you obtained in Step 1 enter the domain name that you created (i.e. mycamera.dyndns.org) in the field by Host Name. Enter your login information for the account in the Username/Email and Password/Key fields.

Step 8: Click Apply and then Continue to save the new settings.

Tags: camera, DCS-5300, DDNS

Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Service) is a method of keeping a domain name linked to a changing (dynamic) IP address. With most Cable and DSL connections, you are assigned a dynamic IP address and that address is used only for the duration of that specific connection. To properly configure the DDNS feature follow the steps below:

Step 1: Open a web browser and type the IP address of the DI-LB604 into the address bar (default is 192.168.0.1).

Step 2: The default username is admin (all lower case) and the default password is blank (nothing). Click on OK.

Step 3: Click on the Tools tab at the top and then click on DDNS on the lefthand side.

Step 4: For service, select your DDNS service provider from the drop-down and configure the following:

• Server Name – The name of the DDNS server.
• User Name – Enter the username for your DDNS account.
• Password – The password for your DDNS account.
• Verify Password – Re-enter the password to prevent any typing errors.
• Domain Name – The complete hostname to be updated.

Additional Settings:

• Enable Wildcard: If enabled, all subdomains of your domain name map to your current IP address. If disabled, no subdomains of your domain name have an IP address.
• Enable Backup MX: If enabled, all subdomains of your domain name map to your current IP address. If disabled, no subdomains of your domain name have an IP address.
• Mail Exchanger: Define mail exchanger for the domain name. If omitted, the mail exchanger will be set to the domain name.

WAN Port Binding: If bound on the WAN port, the domain name will be mapped to the IP address of the WAN port.

Step 5: Click on Apply to save your settings.

Tags: DDNS, DI-LB604, DNS Service