D-Link DCS-900W Introduction, Features & Benefits, Simple to Use, Supports a Variety of Platforms

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-900W Internet Camera! The DCS-900W is a versatile and unique solution for your small office or home. Unlike a PC Camera, the DCS-900W is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU and Web server that trans- mits high quality video images for monitoring. The DCS-900W can be accessed re- motely, and controlled from any PC/Notebook over the Intranet or Internet via a web browser. The simple installation procedure and intuitive web-based interface offer easy integration with your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11b wireless network. The DCS- 900W also comes with remote monitoring capability for a complete and cost-effective home security solution.

Features & Benefits

Simple to Use

The DCS-900W is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software such as PC frame grabber cards. The DCS-900W supports both ActiveX mode for Internet Explorer and Java mode for Internet Explorer and Netscape Navigator. All that is required is a computer with current Web browser software.

Supports a Variety of Platforms

Supporting TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols, the DCS- 900W can be utilized in a mixed operating system environment such as Windows, Unix, and Macintosh. It can also be integrated easily into other Internet/Intranet applications because of its standards-based features.

802.11b Wireless or Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Support

The DCS-900W offers both 802.11b wireless and Ethernet/Fast Ethernet connectivity, making the DCS-900W easy to integrate into your existing network environment. The DCS-900W works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired environments and works with 802.11b routers or access points for added flexibility.

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Contents LinkSecuriCam VersionContents Package Contents Features & Benefits 802.11b Wireless or Ethernet/Fast Ethernet SupportIntroduction Simple to UseRemote Monitoring Utility Web ConfigurationBroad Range of Applications EthernetCable Connector DC Power ConnectorReset Button ConnectionsBottom Panel view Power LED LedsHardware Installation Attach the AntennaSecurity Using the Setup Wizard Using the Setup Wizard Click Wizard to begin Using the Setup Wizard Click Link Click Yes DCS-900W Configuration Web ConfigurationDCS-900W Configuration AdvancedTools Status HelpAdvanced System Camera Name LocationIP Assignment Manually AssignAssign Automatically Using DNS IP Address Dynamic DNS Wireless Interface Ascii input formatLED Control HEX input formatLoading ActiveX From Open Second PortApply/Cancel Single Camera Installation Installing the DCS-900W Behind a RouterIdentify Your Camera on the Network Assign a Local IP Address for Your CameraAssigning and opening second port in the DCS-900W For Installing Multiple CamerasOpen Second Port Router SET-UP and Installation Open Virtual Server Ports To Enable Remote Image Viewing Assigning and Opening Virtual Server PortsViewing Your Camera Advanced Video Password with a Tools AdminLight Frequency User Password Add UserUser Name Important InformationDateTime Tools TimeIP Address Protocol TimeZoneFactory Reset Tools DefaultStatus Completing Your Camera Configuration ActiveXJava IPView Lite Application Installation IPView Lite Application Installation Click Continue Anyway IPViewLite IPView Lite Application Installation IPView Lite IPView LiteChange Password How to Change the PasswordIPView Lite How to Change the IP Address Changing the IP AddressIPView Lite How to Add a Camera IPView Lite How to Delete a Camera How to Add/Delete a CameraIPView Lite- Getting Started How to Format the Camera view How to Rotate the Video view How to take a Snap-Shot with the CameraHow to Start Recording How to Stop RecordingCamera Property Settings General GeneralCamera Property Settings IP Assignment IP AssignmentCamera Property Settings DNS DNSCamera Property Settings Wireless WirelessMisc Camera Property Settings Misc, ImageImage Camera Property Settings Users UsersCamera Property Settings Date/Time Date/TimeCamera Property Settings Information InformationUpgrade Firmware Camera Property Settings ToolsTools Recording Options Camera Property Settings RecordingManual Recording Scheduled Recording IPView Lite Getting Started Motion Trigger RecordingFile Options File PathMenu Bar Menu Bar View List View Enable Function Menu Bar Camera, ToolsMenu Bar Tools System ConfigurationAccount IPView Lite Networking Configuration Menu Bar AboutIPView Lite Icon Description Context Sensitive Menu Uninstall IPView Lite Application Uninstall IPView Application Internet Camera Features What is a Wireless Internet Camera?What algorithm is used to compress the digital image? Can I capture still images from the Internet Camera?Frequently Asked Questions TroubleshootingInternet Camera Installation Cannot access the Internet Camera from a web browserWhy does the Power LED not light up constantly? Why does the LAN LED not light up properly?Noisy images occur. How can I solve the problem? Appendix B There are no images available through the web browser?How to Ping your IP Address Time Zone Table Time Zone Table Installation Xplug Control InstallationConfiguration Installation of the X-Plug to a Local PC Click Next Click Yes Adjusting the Camera Focus Camera LensAdjusting the Camera Focus Technical Specifications Video specificationImage Video Setting System HardwareTechnical Specifications EMI & SafetyWeb Configuration Requirements Communication SupportTech Support for customers within the United States Contacting Technical SupportTech Support for customers within Canada Warranty and Registration Warranty and Registration Warranty and Registration