D-Link DCS-7517 5 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Network Camera Installation Guide

D-Link DCS-7517 5 Megapixel H.265 Outdoor Network Camera Installation Guide

Quick Installation Guide

This installation guide provides basic instructions for installing the DCS-7517.
For additional information about how to use the camera, please see the User Manual which is available on the CD included in this package or from the D-Link support website.

Package Contents

• DCS-7517 5 megapixel H.265 Outdoor Network Camera
• Ethernet Cable
• Extension Adapter
• Mounting Bracket and Screws
• Manual and Software on CD-ROM
• 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.

Hardware Overview

direct sunlight.
**3| Adjustment Screw| ** Allows for positioning of the top shield.
**4| ****Camera Lens| Varifocal lens to record video of the surrounding area.
****5| Power/Status LED| ** Indicates the camera’s current status.
**6| ****Light Sensor| Measures lighting conditions and switches between day and night mode accordingly.
****7| Quick Release Pin| Allows the camera to be swiveled into position for easy maintenance.
8| Camera Shoe| Adjustable mounting seat for the camera.
****9| ****Ethernet Jack**| Connects to an RJ45 Ethernet port. Can be used with PoE to provide power to the camera.

Optional Cable Harness (not included)

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| Camera Connector| Connects to the DCS-7517. For more details on connecting the A/V cable, refer to the User Manual.
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**11| DI/DO Connector| ** I/O connectors for external devices.
**12| ****Reset Button| Press and hold the button for 10 seconds to reset the camera back to the factory default settings.
****13| 24 V Power Connector| ** Not supported for the DCS-7517.
**14| Power Connector| Power connector for a 12 V DC power adapter (not included).
****15| Audio Out (Green)| ** Connects to a speaker.
**16| Audio In (Red)| ** Connects to a microphone.
**17| BNC Connector| ** Not supported for the DCS-7517.

Internal

18| **SD Card Slot| Insert a microSD card for local storage for storing recorded images and video.
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19| Ethernet Port| Connects to Ethernet cable.
20| Harness Connector| Connects to the optional cable harness (not included).
1. 12V IN2.  GND3. AUD IN4. AUD GND5. AUD OUT| 6. 12V OUT7.  GND8.  RESET9. DI10. DO
21| ****Reset Button**| Press and hold the button for 10 seconds to reset the camera back to the factory default settings.

Connecting the Optional Cable Harness

Remove the back camera cover by turning it counter-clockwise.

Remove the back waterproofing plug from the camera.

Push the camera connector and cable through the hole, and insert the cable’s waterproofing plug.
Make sure the plug is inserted properly to ensure a good seal.

Connect the camera connector to the camera.

Reattach the back camera cover by turning it clockwise.

SD Card Installation

Remove the back camera cover by turning it counter-clockwise.

Insert the microSD card with the contacts facing down, then reattach the back cover. Make sure that the weatherproof seals are secured firmly in place.

Mounting Instructions

Please refer to the User Manual for detailed instructions on how to install and mount the camera.

Connecting the Camera

Connection with a PoE Switch

• Connect the Ethernet cable to your PoE switch or injector. The Ethernet cable will provide the camera with both power and a network connection.
  

If you have the optional cable harness, you can also use the following connection method:

General Connection Using 12 V DC Power Adapter (not included)

• Connect the Ethernet cable to your network.
• Connect your power adapter to the camera’s power connector, then plug in the power adapter.
  

Configuring the Camera

Insert the DCS-7517 CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive to begin the installation. If Autorun is disabled, or if the D-Link Launcher fails to start automatically, click the Start button and type D:\autorun.exe (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive) and press Enter.
Click Setup Wizard and follow the instructions to install the Setup Wizard.

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. Otherwise, the network camera’s default static IP 192.168.0.20 will be displayed. Select your camera, then click the Wizard** button to continue.

Enter the Admin ID and password. When logging in for the first time, the default Admin ID is admin with the password left blank.

Click the checkboxes if you wish to change the admin ID and password for the camera, and enter the new ID and password you wish to use.

Click Next to continue.

Select DHCP if your camera obtains an IP address automatically from a DHCP server such as a 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.

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Viewing Your 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.

The first time you connect to the camera, you will be asked to set a password for the administrator account. After entering a password, click **Save.

** The camera’s live video page will open, and you can now control and configure your camera. For additional information about web configuration, please refer to the user manual, which is available on the D-Link website.

Regulatory Statements (Only for Class A product)

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Non-modification Statement
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Caution
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.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Statement:
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

CE EMI Class A Warning
This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32. In a residential environment this equipment may cause radio interference.

Regulatory Statements (Only for Class B product)

Federal Communication Commission Interference 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Non-modification Statement
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Caution
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.

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Statement:
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

CE EMI CLASS A WARNING

This equipment is compliant with Class A of CISPR 32. In a residential environment this equipment may cause radio interference.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• The following general safety guidelines are provided to help ensure your own personal safety and protect your product from potential damage. Remember to consult the product user instructions for more details.
• Static electricity can be harmful to electronic components. Discharge static electricity from your body (i.e. touching grounded bare metal) before touching the product.
• Do not attempt to service the product and never disassemble the product. For some products with a user replaceable battery, please read and follow the instructions in the user manual.
• Do not spill food or liquid on your product and never push any objects into the openings of your product.
• Do not use this product near water, areas with high humidity, or condensation unless the product is specifically rated for outdoor application.
• Keep the product away from radiators and other heat sources.
• Always unplug the product from mains power before cleaning and use a dry lint free cloth only.

DISPOSING AND RECYCLING YOUR PRODUCT

This symbol on the product or packaging means that according to local laws and regulations this product should be not be disposed of in the household waste but sent for recycling. Please take it to a collection point designated by your local authorities once it has reached the end of its life, some will accept products for free. By recycling the product and its packaging in this manner you help to conserve the environment and protect human health.

GPL Code Statement

This D-Link product includes software code developed by third parties, including software code subject to the GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or GNU Lesser General Public License (“LGPL”). As applicable, the terms of the GPL and LGPL, and information on obtaining access to the GPL code and LGPL code used in this product, are available to view the full GPL Code
Statement at:
https://tsd.dlink.com.tw/GPL
The GPL code and LGPL code used in this product is distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and is subject to the copyrights of one or more authors. For details, see the GPL code and the LGPL code for this product and the terms of the GPL and LGPL.

Written Offer for GPL and LGPL Source Code

Where such specific license terms entitle you to the source code of such software, D-Link will provide upon written request via email and/or traditional paper mail the applicable GPL and LGPLsource code files via CD-ROM for a nominal cost to cover shipping and media charges as allowed under the GPL and LGPL.
Please direct all inquiries to:
Email: GPLCODE@dlink.com
Snail Mail:
Attn: GPLSOURCE REQUEST
D-Link Systems, Inc.
17595 Mt. Herrmann Street
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Additional Information
Additional help and product information is available online at
http://www.dlink.com.
Warranty Information
Please visit : http://warranty.dlink.com/ for warranty information for your region.

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2018/10/05
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