D-Link DCS-6511 Quick Installation Manual
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This document will guide you through the basic
installation process for your new D-Link Network
Camera.
DCS-6511
Quick Installation Guide
HD Day & Night Vandal-Proof Fixed Dome Network Camera
D-Link DCS-6511 Quick Install Guide
System Requirements
Package Contents
Installation Steps
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
This installation guide provides basic instructions for installing
the DCS-6511 Network Camera on your network. For additional
information about how to use the camera, please see the User’s
Manual which is available on the CD included in this package or from
the D-Link support website.
DCS-6511 Quick Install Guide
1. Verify the package contents against the list below.
2. Hardware Overview
3. SD Card Installation
4. Hardware Installation
5. Configuration with Wizard
6. Adjusting the lens 3-axis Mount
� DCS-6511 Network Camera
� Manual and Software on CD-ROM
� Quick Install Guide
� Power Adapter
� AV & Power Cables
� Security Wrench
� CAT-5 Ethernet Cable
� Extension Adapter
� Cable Cover
� Mounting Bracket and Screws
� Rubber Plug
Safety Notice:
Installation and servicing should be done by certified technicians so as
to conform to all local codes and prevent voiding your warranty.
D-Link DCS-6511 Quick Install Guide
Hardware Overview
Hardware Overview
Power Connector
Connects to 12 V DC power
24 V Power Connector
Connects to 24 V AC power
Ethernet Jack
RJ-45 connector for Ethernet which can
also be used to power the camera using
Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Audio In
Connects to a microphone
DI/DO Wiring, 12V DC output
I/O connectors for external devices
Install the SD Card
Push the SD card into the camera with the
gold contacts oriented towards the base
of the camera. To eject the SD card, push
the SD card into the slot.
SD Card Installation
Disassemble the Camera
Open the camera enclosure by loosening
the 4 screws. Lift the dome off the base of
the camera.
Audio Out
Connects to speakers
D-Link DCS-6511 Quick Install Guide
Hardware Overview
Standard Mounting Instructions
Mounting Installation
Please see the User Manual for detailed instructions regarding installation
and mounting the camera using a mounting bracket.
Style 1 - Concealed Cable Installation
� Height: 23 mm (0.9 inches)
� Diameter: 183 mm (7.2 inches)
� Weight: 400 g (0.9 lbs)
Figure 2.1
Figure 2.2
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Hardware Installation
Style 2 - Exposed Cable Installation
� Height: 23 mm (0.9 inches)
� Diameter: 183 mm (7.2 inches)
� Weight: 400 g (0.9 lbs)
Figure 2.3
Figure 2.4
Figure 2.5
Figure 2.6
D-Link DCS-6511 Quick Install Guide
Hardware Installation
Pendant Mount (DCS-34-2)
� Height: 201 mm (7.9 inches)
� Diameter: 150 mm (5.9 inches)
� Weight: 665 g (1.45 lbs)
Pendant
Bracket
Rubber
Seal
Figure 3.2
Figure 3.3
Figure 3.1
Bracket
Cap
Figure 3.4
Mounting Plate
D-Link DCS-6511 Quick Install Guide
Hardware Installation
Bent Mount (DCS-34-3)
� Height: 253 mm (9.96 inches)
� Diameter: 150 mm (5.9 inches)
� Weight: 770 g (1.7 lbs)
Bracket Cap
Bent
Bracket
Figure 4.4
Dome
Camera
Bent
Bracket
Figure 4.3
Figure 4.1
Bracket
Cap
Mounting
Plate
Figure 4.2
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Software Installation
Connection with a PoE Hub
If you are using a PoE hub, connect the IP camera to the hub via an
Ethernet cable, which will provide the transmission of both power and
data over a single cable.
General Connection Using 24 V AC Power Wiring
1. Connect the network camera to a hub via an Ethernet cable.
2. Connect the supplied power cable from the camera to a power
source such as your building's emergency power.
General Connection Using 12 V DC Power Adapter
1. Connect the network camera to a hub via an Ethernet cable.
2. Connect the supplied power cable from the camera to a power
outlet.
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Configuration
Configuration with Wizard
Click Setup Wizard to begin the
installation.
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, click Start > Run. Type
D:\autorun.exe, where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM
drive.
After clicking Setup Wizard, the
following window will open.
Click Next to continue.
Click Yes to accept the License
Agreement.
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Configuration
Click Finish to complete the
installation.
To start the installation process,
click Next.
Note: The installation may take
several minutes to finish.
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. If your network does not use a
DHCP server, the network camera's default
static IP 192.168.0.20 will be displayed.
Click the Wizard button to continue.
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Configuration
Take a moment to confirm your settings
and click Restart.
Select DHCP if your camera obtains an
IP address automatically when it boots
up. Select static IP if the camera will
use the same IP address each time it is
started.
Click Next, to proceed to the next page.
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 Next, to proceed to the next page.
Click on the D-Link Setup Wizard
SE icon that was created in your
Windows Start menu.
Start > D-Link > Setup Wizard SE
D-Link DCS-6511 Quick Install Guide
Configuration
Viewing Camera via Web Browser
This section shows your camera’s
live video. You can select your video
profile and view or operate the
camera. For additional information
about web configuration, please
refer to the user manual included on
the CD-ROM or the D-Link website.
Enter admin as the default username
and leave the password blank. Click
OK to continue.
Select the camera and click the button
labeled "Link" to access the web
configuration.
The Setup Wizard will automatically
open your web browser to the IP
address of the camera.
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Adjusting the Lens
Adjusting the lens 3-axis Mount
Adjust the Viewing Angle of the
3-axis Mechanism
Turn the lens module left and
right until the desired position is
achieved; tighten the pan screw once
completed.
Loosen the tilt screws on both sides of
the camera, and turn the lens module
up and down until the desired
position is achieved; tighten the tilt
screws once completed.
Turn the lens to adjust the IP camera’s
image until the desired orientation
is achieved, tighten the image
adjustment screw once completed.
D-Link DCS-6511 Quick Install Guide
Technical Support
D-Link’s website contains the latest user documentation and software
updates for D-Link products.
U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical Support
through our website or by phone.
United States
Telephone
(877) 354-6555
World Wide Web
http://support.dlink.com
Canada
Telephone
(877) 354-6560
World Wide Web
http://support.dlink.ca
Version 1.0
November 11, 2010
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