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  • Page 1 Version 3.00 | 03/15/2017 User Manual Full HD WDR Day & Night Vandal-Proof Dome Network Camera DCS-6511...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Viewing Your Camera via a Web Browser ......20 Tamper ................58 Live Video ..............21 Advanced Setup ............59 Setup Wizard ..............23 Advanced ................59 Network Setup Wizard ............24 UPnP ..................59 Motion Detection Setup Wizard ........26 DDNS ...................60 Settings ..............29 SNMP ...................61 Network Settings ..............29 802.1x ..................63 D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 4 Time Settings ..............72 Auto Time Config ............73 Set Date and Time ............74 Administration Settings ...........75 Admin Password .............75 User Accounts ..............76 User List ................77 System Log ................78 DI/DO Specifications ............79 Technical Specifications ..........80 Regulatory Information ..........83 D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 5: Product Overview

    Side Cover Screws CD-ROM with User Manual and software Alignment Sticker Extension Adapter Mounting Plate Security Wrench Quick Installation Guide CAT 5 Ethernet Cable If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    The DCS-6511 is equipped with a P-Iris lens that controls the iris with extreme precision. Its built-in stepper motor maintains the iris opening at an optimal level at all times, resulting in superior image clarity, image quality, and depth of field. Together with WDR enhancement, users can identify image details in extremely bright or dark environments.

  • Page 7: Features

    Automatic Thermostat Temperature Regulation The DCS-6511 monitors and automatically regulates its temperature to ensure it can perform at its optimal ability. It balances fan use for a built- in heater based on a range of preset thermostatic settings. This gives the DCS-6511 the ability to perform in the most demanding environments.

  • Page 8: Hardware Overview

    Connects to an RJ45 Ethernet port. Can be used with PoE to provide power to the camera. Allow cables to exit the camera from the back or side. Cable Channels Cable Harness Port Connects to the optional cable harness for DI/DO, audio, and power connectors. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 9: Optional Cable Harness (Not Included)

    Section 1: Product Overview Optional Cable Harness (not included) Connects to the DCS-6511. For more details on connecting the A/V cable, refer to the User Cable Harness Connector Manual. I/O connectors for external devices. DI/DO Connector (12 V DC output not supported for the DCS-6511) Press and hold the button for 10 seconds to reset the camera back to the factory default settings.

  • Page 10: Installation

    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. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 11 For bottom cable exit: Attach the protective side cover via the provided screws. Connect the camera connector to the camera. Reattach the camera cover using the security wrench to tighten the 3 screws, and reattach the sun shield. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 12: Microsd Card Installation

    Insert the microSD card with the gold contacts facing the outside of the camera. To eject the microSD card, push the card into the slot. Reattach the camera cover using the security wrench to tighten the three screws, and reattach the sun shield. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 13: Mounting The Camera On The Ceiling

    Adjusting the Camera's Lens Adjust the Camera’s Lens gimbal; Turn the lens module left and right, up and down and the orientation until the desired position is achieved. Tighten the pan, tile and the adjustment screw once completed. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 14: Installing The Pendant Mount (Optional)

    Attach the bracket cap to the bottom of the pendant bracket by rotating the cap counterclockwise to tighten it into place. Insert the screw into the base of the pendant bracket at the top of the bracket cap to secure the bracket cap into place. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 15 Thread an Ethernet cable and the power cable through the pendant bracket. Place the camera body onto the bracket cap and attach the dome to the base of the camera using the three long screws and the security screw. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Installing The Right-Angle Mount (Optional)

    Thread an Ethernet cable and the power cable through the pendant bracket. Place the camera body onto the bracket cap and attach the dome to the base of the camera using the three long screws and the security screw. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 17: Connecting The Camera

    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) ƒ Connect the Ethernet cable to your network. ƒ Connect your power adapter to the camera's power connector, then plug in the power adapter. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 18: Configuring The Camera

    Configuring the Camera Insert the DCS-6511 CD into your computer's CD-ROM drive to begin the installation. If the Autorun function on your computer is disabled, or if the D-Link Launcher fails to start automatically, run D:\autorun.exe, where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive.
  • Page 19 Section 2: Installation To start the installation process, click Next. Note: The installation may take several minutes to finish. Click Finish to complete the installation. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 20: Viewing Your Camera Via A Web Browser

    Section 2: Installation Viewing Your Camera via a 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.

  • Page 21: Live Video

    Click it again to stop recording. If you Clip close the browser window, the recording will stop. Click this and use the slider to adjust the volume or mute audio Audio In Volume coming in from a microphone connected to the camera. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 22 Alarm received. Record Status This will turn red when the camera is recording. Click this to open a window that describes the Live Video Help controls. Logout Click this to log out of the web interface. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 23: Setup Wizard

    Click on this button to start the Network Setup Wizard. Refer to Network Network Setup Setup Wizard on page 24. Wizard: Motion Click on this button to start the Motion Detection Setup Wizard. Refer to Appendix C: Regulatory Information on page <MP>. Detection Setup Wizard: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 24: Network Setup Wizard

    Enter the correct configuration information and click Next to continue. If you are using PPPoE, select PPPoE and enter your user name and password. Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 25 Configure the correct time to ensure that all events will be triggered as scheduled. Click Next to continue. Confirm the settings are correct and click Apply to save them. The settings will be saved to the DCS-6511 and the camera will restart. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 26: Motion Detection Setup Wizard

    Please refer to Tamper on page 58 for more information about how to configure motion detection. Step 2 This step allows you to enable motion detection based on a customized schedule. Specify the day and hours. You may also choose to always record whenever motion is detected. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 27 Step 3 This step allows you to specify where to send the snapshot/video clip/system log when motion is detected. Select E-mail, FTP, Network Storage, or SD Card, and enter the relevant information. Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 28 Section 3: Configuration Step 4 You have completed the Motion Detection Wizard. Please verify your settings and click Finish to save them. Please wait a few moments while the camera saves your settings and restarts. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 29: Settings

    Invalid gateway settings may cause the failure of transmissions to a different subnet. Primary DNS: Enter the primary domain name server for translating domain names to IP addresses. Secondary Enter the secondary domain name server for translating domain names to DNS: IP addresses. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 30: Ipv6

    User Name / Enter the username and password for your PPPoE account. Re-enter your Password: password in the Confirm Password field. You may obtain this information from your ISP. PPPoE Status: This shows your current PPPoE connection status. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 31: Http And Https

    Use this section to configure the HTTP and HTTPS access settings for your camera. After making any changes, click the Save button to save your changes. HTTP HTTP Port: The default port number is 80. Access Name The default name is video#.mjpg, where # is the number of the stream. for Stream 1~3: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 32 ƒ Create a certificate request and install Status: Displays the status of the certificate. Note: The certificate cannot be removed while the HTTPS is still enabled. To remove the certificate, you must first uncheck HTTPS secure connection. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 33: Rtsp And Multicast

    Multicast Multicast for The DCS-6511 allows you to multicast each of the available streams via a Stream 1/2/3: group address and specify the TTL value for each stream. Enter the port and TTL settings you wish to use if you do not want to use the defaults.

  • Page 34: Bonjour

    Use this section to enable Bonjour, which allows your camera to be accessed more easily on your network. After making any changes, click the Save button to save your changes. Bonjour: Enable this to enable Bonjour support. Bonjour Name: Enter a name to identify this camera on Bonjour. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 35: Camera Settings

    Create a unique name for your camera that will be added to the file name Name: prefix when creating a snapshot or a video clip. Indicator LED: You may specify whether or not to illuminate the status LED on the camera. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 36: Image And Audio Settings

    If the Exposure Mode is set to one of the Customize modes, you can change the minimum and maximum shutter speeds. Auto Iris: Selecting this option will allow the camera to automatically determine the optimal iris adjustment. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 37 Specify a value from 0 to 10 to specify how much WDR adjustment to apply to the image, or select None. Reset: Click this button to reset the image to factory default settings. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 38 Audio In Gain This setting controls the amount of gain applied to incoming audio to Level: increase its volume. This setting controls the amount of gain applied to outgoing audio to Audio Out increase its volume. Volume Level: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 39 Schedule Set Day/Night mode using a schedule. The camera will enter Day mode at Mode: the starting time and return to Night mode at the ending time. Disable IR-LED: The IR light will always be off. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 40 This will allow some information to appear in the top-left corner of the camera's video. Label: Enter a label for the camera, which will be shown on the OSD when it is enabled. Show Time: Select this option to enable the time-stamp display on the video screen. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 41: Video Stream

    ƒ CBR - Constant Bit Rate will use a fixed bit rate that you set. ƒ CVBR - Constrained Variable Bit Rate works like VBR, but lets you set a maximum bit rate. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 42 If the Rate Control is set to CVBR, you can set the maximum bit rate this video profile can use. Fixed Quality: Select the image quality level for the camera to try to maintain. High quality levels will result in increased bit rates and use more bandwidth. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 43: Preset Point

    You can also set how many seconds the camera will stay at each position by setting the Dwell Time for each preset. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 44: Recording Management

    Event Management The DCS-6511 has a versatile 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 FTP server or e-mail address. You can also configure the camera to take regular video recordings according to a schedule you define.
  • Page 45 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 the name if an item to edit it. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 46 If you want to use a network storage device for your server, select this and Storage: enter its settings here. SD Card: If you want to use an inserted microSD card for your server, select this. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 47 9 images are generated after a trigger is activated. 1 pic. 2 pic. 3 pic. 4 pic. 5 pic. 6 pic. 7 pic. 8 pic. 9 pic. The moment the trigger is activated. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 48 This is the prefix that will be added to the filename of saved video clips. Prefix: System log: Select this option to set the media type to system logs. This will save the event to the camera system log, but will not record any snapshots or video. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 49 Selecting this will trigger an event when the camera's connection to the network is lost. Face Detection: Selecting this will trigger an event when a face is detected. For more details, refer to Face on page 57 D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 50 Select the Server to use, then choose the Media you want to save to it. Please note that you need to set up your Server and Media entries first. You can also send a signal on the digital output of the DI/DO port. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 51 Size of Each If this is selected, files will be separated based on the file size you specify. File for Recording: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 52 If this is selected, files will be separated based on the maximum length you Each File for specify. Recording: File Name The prefix name will be added to the file name of the recording file(s). Prefix: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 53: Sd Card

    Click this button to automatically format the microSD card and create the Video and Picture folders. Deleting Files To delete files and folders, click on the checkbox next to the files or folders and Folders: you want to delete, then click the OK button. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 54: Privacy Mask

    Save to save your changes. To modify an existing privacy mask window, click on the button next to the window's number, then move and resize it as you wish. You can delete the window by clicking the Delete button. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 55: Motion

    Low sensitivities may be useful when monitoring an area that has flickering lights or a window to the outside in view. High sensitivities may be useful when monitoring an area that rarely changes, such as a storeroom or warehouse. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 56 Save to save your changes. To modify an existing motion detection window, click on the button next to the window's number, then move and resize it as you wish. You can delete the window by clicking the Delete button. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 57: Face

    Save to save your changes. To modify an existing face detection window, click on the button next to the window's number, then move and resize it as you wish. You can delete the window by clicking the Delete button. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 58: Tamper

    Enable this to use tamper detection. Detection: Trigger Enter the tamper trigger duration in seconds. The tamper alarm will be Duration: triggered only when there is a substantial change in the camera's view for longer than the trigger duration specified. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 59: Advanced Setup

    UPnP capable network. Forwarding: Forwarding If UPnP Port Forwarding is enabled, you can set which port to use for Port: forwarding. Forwarding If UPnP Port Forwarding is enabled, this will show the UPnP Port Forwarding Status: status. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 60: Ddns

    Timeout: You can set up how often the camera notifies the DDNS server of its current global IP address by entering a whole number in hours. Status: This shows the current status of your DDNS updates. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 61: Snmp

    Enter the authentication password used for your read/write SNMP server. Password: Encryption Enter the encryption password used for your read/write SNMP server. Password: Read Only Enter a name for the read-only community of your read-only SNMP server. Security Name D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 62 Enter the type of authentication used by your read-only SNMP server. Type: Authentication Enter the authentication password used for your read-only SNMP server. Password: Encryption Enter the encryption password used for your read-only SNMP server. Password: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 63 Click Browse... and select your CA certificate file on your computer, then click the Upload button to upload it to the camera. Status: This will show information about the current CA certificate that was uploaded to the camera. To remove the CA certificate, click the Delete button. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 64: Cos And Qos

    QoS, the router's settings will override the QoS settings of the camera. To use CoS, enable it and set the priority for your Live Video, Live Audio, Event/Alarm, and Management camera traffic. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 65: Access List

    Section 3: Configuration Access List Here you can define which IP addresses are allowed to view your DCS-6511. You can set up to 7 IP address ranges for both the allow and deny lists. Allow List: The section lets you define what IP addresses have access rights to the camera.

  • Page 66: System Configuration

    You may save your current camera configuration as a file on your computer. Hard Drive: Load From Locate a pre-saved configuration by clicking Browse and then restore the Local Hard pre-defined settings to your camera by clicking Upload. Drive: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 67: Factory Reset

    Enabling this option will allow you to keep your network settings when Setting: resetting your camera to the factory defaults. Restore You may reset your camera and restore the factory settings by clicking to Factory Restore. Default: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 68: Reboot Device

    This will restart your camera. Schedule If you want your camera to reboot on a regular schedule, enable this Reboot: option, then select the days and time you want the camera to reboot on and click the Save button. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 69: Firmware Update

    Section 3: Configuration Firmware Update Here you can update the camera's firmware. The current version of the firmware is shown next to the D-Link logo at the top of the page. File Path: To update the firmware, select a firmware file to use from your hard drive by clicking Browse..., then click the Upload button.

  • Page 70: Di And Do

    Therefore events are triggered when the device status changes to "Open." ƒ N.O. stands for Normally Open. This means that the normal state of the circuit is open. Therefore events are triggered when the device status changes to "Closed." D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 71: System Options

    Section 3: Configuration System Options Device Info This page displays detailed information about your camera, the services running on your camera, and active video streams. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 72: System Time

    Enter the offset that should be used when Daylight Saving is being used. Start Time: Set the date and time that Daylight Saving should start. End Time: Set the date and time that Daylight Saving should end. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 73: Auto Time Config

    This section lets you set your camera's date and time automatically by using an NTP server. NTP Server: Enable this option to set your camera's time using an NTP server, then select an NTP server to use from the drop-down box. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 74: Set Date And Time

    This section lets you manually set your camera's date and time. If you have NTP Server enabled in Auto Time Config, you will need to disable it before setting the date and time manually. Set Date and Enable this option to set your camera's time using an NTP server, then Time Manually: select an NTP server to use from the drop-down box. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 75: Administration Settings

    Section 3: Configuration Administration Settings Admin Password Here, you may modify the administrator’s password for your camera. New Password Set a new password for the administrator’s account. / Retype Password: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 76: User Accounts

    Here, you may add user accounts for accessing the camera. User accounts are allowed to access the Live Video page, but cannot access any of the camera's configuration pages. User Name: Enter a user name for the user you wish to create. New Password Enter a password for the user you wish to create. / Retype Password: D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 77: User List

    If you want to change a user's password, select a user from the drop-down box, enter the new password, then click the Modify button. If you want to remove a user from the user list, select a user from the drop- down box, then click the Delete button. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 78: System Log

    Section 3: Configuration System 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. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 79: Di/Do Specifications

    Appendix A: DI/DO Specifications DI/DO Specifications           DI/DO Specifications                                                                 DC12V output current maximum to 100mA                                                12V                                                                                      GND                                                                                              Reed switch                                                DI                                                                                                                                   Alarm                                                DO D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 80: Technical Specifications

    • QoS • NTP client (D-Link) • CoS • DNS client • Multicast • DDNS client (D-Link) • ONVIF compliant • SMTP client • Bonjour • FTP client • 802.1x • HTTP / HTTPS • SNMP D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 81 • Operating: -40 to 50 °C (-40 to 122 °F) • Storage: -20 to 70° C (-4° to 158° F) Humidity • Operating: 20% to 80% non-condensing • Storage: 5% to 95% non-condensing Certifications • CE • FCC • CE LVD • C-Tick D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 82 Appendix B: Technical Specifications Dimensions D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...

  • Page 83: Regulatory Information

    (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 84 • Halten Sie das Produkt von Heizkörpern und anderen Quellen fern, die Wärme erzeugen. • Trennen Sie das Produkt immer von der Stromzufuhr, bevor Sie es reinigen und verwenden Sie dazu ausschließlich ein trockenes fusselfreies Tuch. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 85 • Mantenga el producto alejado de los radiadores y de otras fuentes de calor. • Desenchufe siempre el producto de la alimentación de red antes de limpiarlo y utilice solo un paño seco sin pelusa. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 86 • Houd het product uit de buurt van radiators en andere warmtebronnen. • U dient het product steeds los te koppelen van de stroom voordat u het reinigt en gebruik uitsluitend een droge pluisvrije doek. D-Link DCS-6511 User Manual...
  • Page 87 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.
  • Page 88 D-Link et l’environnement Chez D-Link, nous sommes conscients de l'impact de nos opérations et produits sur l'environnement et nous engageons à le réduire. Pour limiter cet impact, D-Link conçoit et fabrique ses produits de manière aussi écologique que possible, en utilisant des matériaux recyclables et faiblement toxiques, tant dans ses produits que ses emballages.
  • Page 89 D-Link zijn producten zo milieuvriendelijk mogelijk, door het gebruik van recycleerbare producten met lage toxiciteit in product en verpakking. D-Link raadt aan om steeds uw D-Link producten uit te schakelen of uit de stekker te halen wanneer u ze niet gebruikt. Door dit te doen bespaart u energie en beperkt u de CO2-emissies.
  • Page 90 D-Link a životní prostředí Ve společnosti D-Link jsme si vědomi vlivu našich provozů a výrobků na životní prostředí a snažíme se o minimalizaci těchto vlivů. Proto své výrobky navrhujeme a vyrábíme tak, aby byly co nejekologičtější, a ve výrobcích i obalech používáme recyklovatelné a nízkotoxické materiály.
  • Page 91 D-Link produkter som er så miljøvennlig som mulig, ved å bruke resirkulerbare, lav-toksiske materialer både i produktene og forpakningen. D-Link anbefaler at du alltid slår av eller frakobler D-Link-produkter når de ikke er i bruk. Ved å gjøre dette hjelper du å spare energi og å redusere CO2-utslipp.
  • Page 92 D-Link sine produkter, så de er så miljøvenlige som muligt, ved at bruge genanvendelige materialer med lavt giftighedsniveau i både produkter og emballage. D-Link anbefaler, at du altid slukker eller frakobler dine D-Link-produkter, når de ikke er i brug. Ved at gøre det bidrager du til at spare energi og reducere CO2-udledningerne.
  • Page 93 D-Link och miljön På D-Link förstår vi och är fast beslutna att minska den påverkan våra verksamheter och produkter kan ha på miljön. För att minska denna påverkan utformar och bygger D-Link sina produkter för att de ska vara så miljövänliga som möjligt, genom att använda återvinningsbara material med låg gifthalt i både produkter och förpackningar.

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