D-Link Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera User Manual
- June 7, 2024
- D-Link
Table of Contents
DCS-8000LH
Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera
Manual Overview
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**Manual Revisions
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| Revision | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1.01 | January 20, 2020 | Initial release |
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Product Overview
Package Contents
If any of the above items
are missing, please contact your reseller.
Note : Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one
included with your product will cause damage and void the warranty for this
product.
Introduction
The DCS-8000LH Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera is a compact wireless network camera suitable for day and night time environments. It features built-in night vision, motion and sound detection, and a free mobile app — so you can feel at ease when you’re away from home. Despite its small size, the DCS-8000LH has all the features you need for monitoring your home. Built-in motion and sound detection will automatically send alert notifications to your mobile device. Night-time monitoring is possible with the built-in infrared LED which allows for night-time viewing of up to 16 feet, so you can relax knowing you have 24/7 monitoring of your home or small office.
System Requirements
Network Requirements| • 802.11n/g wireless network
• An Internet connection
• A router connected to your broadband modem
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mydlink™ App Requirements| • iPhone, iPad, Android smartphone or tablet
(please refer to the mobile app’s store page to check whether your device is
compatible)
• Email account (for mydlink™ service registration)
Hardware Overview
Front
1| Infrared LEDs| Illuminate the camera’s field of view in low-light
environments.
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2| Microphone| Picks up sound near your camera.
3| Camera Lens| Records video of the surrounding area
4| Light Sensor| The IR-Cut removable sensor monitors lighting conditions and
switches between
color and infrared accordingly.
5| Status LED| Refer LED Behavior on page 5 for more information.
Back
1| micro USB Power Port| Attach your microUSB power adapter to this port to
supply power to the device.
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2| Reset Button| Hold the recessed button down for at least 10 seconds to
reset the camera to factory default settings.
LED Behavior
Status LED| 
| Booting up
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| Ready for set up
| Firmware being upgraded – do not power off
| Connected to Wi-Fi
| Live streaming data being transferred
Installation
Safety
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before using the
device:
• Do not open the device or attempt to repair it.
• Do not submerge the device in liquid or attempt to clean it with liquids or
solvents. To clean the device, disconnect it from the power outlet and use a
damp towel to gently wipe it down.
Before you Begin
Plan the location of your camera:
• Verify that your camera is electrically rated to operate with the power
available in your location.
• Connect the camera’s power adapter into an electrical outlet that is not
controlled by a wall switch. This will help avoid accidentally turning off
power to the device.
• Be sure to plug the device into a properly grounded electrical outlet in
order to help prevent electrical shock.
• Make sure that the device is firmly mounted.
Wireless Installation Considerations
The DCS-8000LH Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera lets you view video footage from virtually
anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. Keep in mind
that 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. The key to maximizing wireless
range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the camera and wireless
access point to a minimum – each wall or ceiling can reduce your camera’s
range from 1 to 30 meters (3 to 90 feet). Position your devices so that the
number of walls or ceilings is minimized.
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 0.5
meters (1.5 feet) thick, at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 1 meter (3
feet) thick. At a 2-degree angle, it looks over 14 meters (42 feet) thick!
Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or
ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception. 3. Building materials
make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may have a negative
effect on range. Try to position access points, wireless routers, and cameras
so that the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials and
objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (fish
tanks), mirrors, file cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade your wireless
signal. 4. Keep your product away at least 1 to 2 meters (3 to 6 feet) from
electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.
mydlink App Camera Setup
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Download my dlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
Note : Ensure that your device is wirelessly connected to the network that the DCS-8000LH will be in.
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Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in to your existing account.
Note : If you are asked about allowing the app to access your location or to send notifications, select Allow. Make sure location services and Bluetooth are turned on in your phone’s settings.
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After logging in, tap the Menu button in the top-left corner.
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Select Add a Device.
Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the device setup.
Mounting the Camera
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Position the baseplate on the wall. Keep it in the same place while using a pencil to mark the two holes.
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Drill two 25 mm deep holes with a 6 mm drill bit over the pencil marks. If necessary, hammer in the plastic wall anchors to support the screws.
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Place the base plate on the wall where you can see both holes through the baseplate. Screw the screws into the wall to secure the baseplate.
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Place the camera into the mount, ensuring that the power port in the back is exposed. Plug the USB power cable into the camera ensuring it is plugged in all the way.
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Align the slash markings on the camera mount and baseplate. Press the camera mount onto the baseplate.
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Twist the camera mount slightly to the right to lock it onto the baseplate. Adjust the camera angle, then tighten the screw on the left to lock it in place.
Using the mydlink App
Controlling Your Device
Note: Screenshots are representative only. The mydlink app is constantly
being updated and so may appear different.
After setting up your DCS-8000LH Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera with a mydlink account
in the mydlink app, you will be able to remotely access your camera through
the app. After signing into your mydlink account, you will see a screen
similar to the one on the right.
If you have previously checked the Add to shortcut option while installing the
camera, you will see a quick link to your camera directly on the home screen.
Tap the shortcut link to your camera on the home screen and by default you
will see a live video feed of your camera on the top half of the app.
To access the settings for your DCS-8000LH
Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera, tap > Devices > Camera > navigate to your camera on
the carousel > =
Camera Options
On the bottom half of the app you will see control options for your camera.
| Snapshot| Tap this button to take a snapshot of the video stream.
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| Options Toggle| Tap this icon to review various live video options such as
microphone and video quality.
| Recording| Tap this button to enable video stream recording.
Tap to toggle the Options menu.
| Audio| Tap to disable audio. Tap to enable audio.
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720p| Video Resolution| Shows that the camera is outputting a resolution
video.
Device
To access the device page, either:
• From the home page, tap > Devices > Camera > navigate to your camera on the
carousel >
or
• In the camera control page, tap the button.
The device page contains several options for you to configure your camera.
Section 3 – mydlink
| 1 | Device Photo | Tap to add a customized photo of this device. |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Device Name | Tap to change the device’s name. |
| 3 | Device Location | Tap to change or add a new location for this |
device.
4| Wi-Fi| Tap to change the wireless network this device will use
to connect to the Internet
Note: The network must be the same as all the other mydlink devices that you wish to use the same account for.
5| Designated Contact| Tap to add, remove, or edit designated
contacts that appear in the rich notification.
6| Camera
Microphone| Tap to enable or disable the device’s microphone.
7| Motion Setting| Tap to further configure sensitivity and the active
area of motion detection.
8| Night Vision| Tap to change night vision detection to On,
Off or Auto.
9| Anti-Flicker| Reduces flicker in the video. Tap 50Hz or 60Hz
depending on the frequency of your lights.
10| Camera LED| Disabling this will turn off the LED until you turn
it back on.
11| Privacy Mode| Tap to enable Privacy Mode. Privacy mode will disable
the camera feed.
12| Invert Image| Enable this to invert the camera view.
13| Storage| Tap to view the storage location and your current
subscription plan.
14| Firmware Update| Shows time of auto firmware upgrade. Tap to
enter the firmware upgrade settings. You can choose the most suitable time for
automatic updates.
15| Current Firmware
Version| This displays your devices’ firmware version.
16| Device ID| Identifies the device for support issues.
17| Remove Device| Tap this button to disconnect this device from
your mydlink account.
Troubleshooting
How can I access my DCS-8000LH Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera remotely through the
Internet?
In order to use your DCS-8000LH remotely through the Internet using the
mydlink app, you must register your camera with a mydlink account. You can do
this using the free mydlink app. Please go to Using the mydlink App on page 12
for more information.
What do I do if my device is not working properly?
Reset the device and reinstall it. To reset your device, press and hold the
Reset button until the LED turns solid red.
During installation, ensure that:
• your router is connected to the Internet and has Wi-Fi enabled
• your mobile device is connected to your router’s Wi-Fi and has Bluetooth
enabled
• your mydlink device is in range of your Wi-Fi network
Why is there a white haze when viewing in night vision mode?
When viewing in night vision mode, the IR lights on your camera may be
reflecting off a nearby surface. Try repositioning your camera to avoid glare
from IR LEDs.
How can I use voice commands to control my device?
The device will work with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. For setup
instructions on these services, visit the following websites:
Alexa: https://www.dlink.com/en/alexa
The Google Assistant: https://www.dlink.com/en/google-assistant
Technical Specifications
Camara| |
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Hardware Profile| · 1/4″progressive CMOS sensor
· Minimum illumination:
· B,W (Night Mode), IR LEDs on: 0 lux
· Minimum object distance: 50 cm
· Lens focal length: 2.39 mm
· Aperture: F2.4
· 16ft (S m) IR illumination distance| · Angle of view (16:9):
· Horizontal: 112°
· Vertical: 54°
· Diagonal:120′
· Built-in Infrared-Cut Removable (ICR) Filter
· Built-in microphone
· Optional wall mount
Image Features| · Time stamp and text overlays
· Configurable sound detection level| · Configurable motion detection
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video compression| · 11.264 format compression| · JPEG for still images
Video Resolution| · 720p (1280 x 720) at up to 30 fps|
Audio Support| · MPEG-2 AAC LC|
Network| |
Connectivity| · 802.11b/g/n wireless with WPANVPA2 encryption
· Operates on 2.4 GHz band
· Bluetooth 4.0| · Single-band 1T1R mode supports a maximum data rate of
72.2 Mbps (PHY rate) using 20 MHz bandwidth
Network Protocols| · lPv4, ARP, TCP U DP, ICMP
· NTP client (D-Link)| · Bonjour
System Integration| |
Event Management| · Motion detection
· Sound detection
· Cloud recording| · Manually taken snapshots & video clips are saved to
mobile device
· Push notification
Mobile Support| · mydlink app for i Phone, iPad, iPod touch, and Android
devices|
Appendix A – Technical Specifications
Physical
Environment
| For indoor use only|
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Weight| 204 oz (57.7 g) ± 5%|
Power Adapter| Input:100 to 240V AC, 50/60 Hz| Output 5VDC 1 A (Micro-USB)
Power Consumption| Maximum: 4W ±5%|
Temperature| Operating: 32 to 104 ‘F(0 to 401C)| Storage -4 to 158 •F (-20to
70’Q
Humidity| Operating: 20% to 80% non-condensing|
Certifications| CE
CE LVD
RCM
| ICES
FCC Class I3
NCC
Dimensions (LxWx H)| 1.46 x 152 x3.74 in (37 x 385x95mm)|
Diagram| 
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DCS-8000LH| Mini HD Wi-Fi Camera
Regulatory Information
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. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter except in
accordance with FCC multi-transmitter product procedures. For product
available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated.
Selection of other channels is not possible.
Note
The country code selection is for non-USA models only and is not available to
all USA models. Per FCC regulations, all WiFi product marketed in the USA must
be fixed to USA operational channels only.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
a minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Statement:
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Statement:
This device complies with ISED licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
| Frequency Band(s)
Frequenzband
Fréquence bande(s)
Bandas de Frecuencia
Frequenza/e
Frequentie(s)| Max. Output Power (EIRP)
Max. Output Power
Consommation d’énergie max.
Potencia máxima de Salida
Potenza max. Output
Max. Output Power
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2.4 G| 2.4 – 2.4835 GHz| 100 mW
Disposing and Recycling Your Product
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D-Link and the Environment
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operations and products may have on the environment. To minimize this impact
D-Link designs and builds its products to be as environmentally friendly as
possible, by using recyclable, low toxic materials in both products and
packaging. D-Link recommends that you always switch off or unplug your D-Link
products when they are not in use. By doing so you will help to save energy
and reduce CO2 emissions. To learn more about our environmentally responsible
products and packaging please visit www.dlinkgreen.com.
References
- Smart Home, SMB and Enterprise solutions | D-Link
- ESG - D-Link Company
- Smart Home, SMB and Enterprise solutions | D-Link
- ESG - D-Link Company
- mydlink
- Amazon Alexa | D-Link
- Google Assistant | D-Link
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