DCS-6100LH Compact Full HD Wi-Fi Camera

User Manual
02/18/2021
Hardware: A1
Manual Version: 1.01
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1.01 February 18, 2021 Initial release

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents
Product Overview............................................................... 1
Package Contents.......................................................................... 1
Introduction.................................................................................... 2
System Requirements.................................................................. 2
Hardware Overview...................................................................... 3
Front........................................................................................... 3
Back............................................................................................ 4
LED Behavior........................................................................... 5

Installation.......................................................................... 6
Safety................................................................................................. 6
Before You Begin............................................................................ 6
Wireless Installation Considerations....................................... 7
mydlink App Camera Setup....................................................... 8
Mounting the Camera...............................................................10

Using the mydlink App.....................................................12

Controlling Your Device............................................................12
Device Settings.............................................................................13

Troubleshooting...............................................................15

Technical Specifications...................................................16

Regulatory Information...................................................18

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Section 1 - Product Overview

Product Overview
Package Contents

Compact Full HD Wi-Fi Camera Alignment Sticker

Mounting Hardware Quick Installation Guide

MicroUSB Power Adapter

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.

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Introduction
Sleek and discreet, the Compact Full HD Wi-Fi Camera blends enhanced smart home surveillance features with stylish,
subtle design. IR night vision together with sound and motion detection alerts you instantly when something unexpected
happens, giving you extra peace of mind with the latest in home security cameras.

System Requirements
• 802.11n/g wireless network
Network Requirements • An Internet connection
• A router connected to your broadband modem
• iOS or Android device (please refer to the mobile app's store page to
mydlink™ App Requirements check whether your device is compatible)
• Email account (for mydlink service registration)

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Hardware Overview
Front

IR LEDs

Camera Lens

Status LED

Microphone

IR LEDs IR LEDs illuminate the device's field of view in low-light environments.

Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area.
Status LED See LED Behavior on page 5 for more information.
Microphone Picks up sound near your camera.

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Back

Reset

Power Connector

Reset Button Hold the recessed button down to reset the camera to factory default settings.
Power Connector Attach your power adapter to this port to supply power to the device.

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LED Behavior

Status LED

Connected to the network and mydlink.

Booting up.

Wi-Fi connection lost.

Status LED

Ready for set up.

Firmware being updated - do not power off.

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Installation
Safety
Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before using 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 against electrical shock.
• Make sure that the device is firmly mounted.

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Wireless Installation Considerations

The DCS-6100LH Compact Full 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.

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mydlink App Camera Setup

1 / Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play
(Android) by scanning the QR code.

Note: Ensure that your device is wirelessly connected to the network that the
DCS-6100LH will be in.

2 / 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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3 / After logging in, tap the Menu button in the top-left corner.

4 / Select Add a Device.

Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the device setup.

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Mounting the Camera

1 / Stick the alignment sticker where you would like to place the
camera.

2 / Use a 8 mm drill bit to drill two 25 mm deep holes as indicated on

the alignment sticker.

3 / Hammer in the plastic wall anchors to support the screws.

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4 / Twist the screws into the anchors, leaving the top exposed. Do not over- 4.0 - 4.5 mm
tighten the screws.

5 / Align the mounting holes on the bottom of the camera with the screws.
Slide the camera down to lock it into place.

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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-6100LH Compact Full 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.

To access the device control options, tap to watch the live view, then tap
again to access the control page. The following controls are available:

Audio Tap to disable audio. Tap to enable audio.

Snapshot Tap to take a snapshot of the video stream.
Recording Tap to enable video stream recording.

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Device Settings
To access the Device Settings page:

1. Tap .
2. Tap Device Settings.
3. Tap the device you want to access the settings for.

The device page contains several options for you to configure your camera.

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1 Device Name Tap to change the device’s name.

2 Privacy Mode Tap to enable. Privacy mode will disable the camera feed.

3 Motion Settings Tap to set the Motion area and sensitivity settings. 1

Tap to change the video clips storage location from the microSD card to the
cloud. You can also subscribe to mydlink Cloud from here and view your
4 Storage
current subscription plan. Storage using SD card can only be selected if the 2
camera supports it.
3
Tap to enable or disable picking up sound near your camera in live view
5 Camera Microphone
and recordings. 4
6 Night Vision Tap to change night vision detection to On, Off or Auto.
5
Reduces flicker in the video. Tap 50 Hz or 60 Hz depending on the frequency
7 Anti-Flicker
of your lights. 6

8 Invert Image Enable this to invert the camera view. 7

9 Status LED Disabling this will turn off the LED until you turn it back on.
8
Tap here to add, remove, or edit designated contacts that appear in the
10 Designated Contact
rich notification. 9
Tap to see the current wireless network. Note: Tap Remove Device
11 Wi-Fi
or press the reset button if you want to change wireless networks.
10
12 Time Zone Select the time zone to calibrate your device to.
This displays the installed version of the firmware on your device. Tap to enter
13 Firmware the update settings. You can choose the most suitable time for automatic
updates. 11

14 MAC ID Identifies the device for support issues. 12

15 Remove Device Tap this button to disconnect this device from your mydlink account. 13

14

15

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Troubleshooting
What do I do if my device is not working properly?

Reset the device and reinstall it. To reset your device, use a paper clip to press and hold the recessed 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 has Wi-Fi enabled
• your mydlink device is in range of your Wi-Fi network

How can I use voice commands to control my device?

The device will work with both Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant. For setup instructions on these services, visit the
following websites:

Alexa: dlink.com/en/alexa
The Google Assistant: dlink.com/en/google-assistant

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Appendix A - Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications
General

Video Compression H.264

Max. Resolution 2 Megapixel (Full HD)

Max. Frame 1080p (1920 x 1080)

Image Sensor 1/3” Progressive CMOS sensor

Day & Night - IR LED 5 m (16 ft)

Focal Length 3.3 mm

Aperture F2.4

Angle of View (H) 90° (V) 60° (D) 110°

Mechanical PTZ No

Audio Built-in microphone

Audio Codec MPEG-2 AAC LC

Functionality

Wireless IEEE Standard 802.11n/g wireless

Wi-Fi Operation Band 2.4 GHz

Security Protocol WPA3TM

Network Protocols IPv4, Bonjour (mDNS and DNS-SD), RTSP, SRTP, RTP/SRTP, HTTPS

Software

Device Management mydlink app (iOS and Android), mydlink Portal

Features Motion detection, Sound detection

Recording mydlink Cloud Recording

Notifications Push notifications with a snapshot and quick action buttons (2 designated contact numbers and live view)

Voice Assistants Amazon Alexa, the Google Assistant

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General

Power Input 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power Output 5 V DC 1.0 A

Max. Power Consumption 4 W ± 5%

Cable Length 1.5 m (4.9 ft)

Indoor / Outdoor For indoor use

Operating Temperature 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)

Storage Temperature -20 to 70˚ C (-4 to 158 °F)

Operating Humidity Max. 90% non-condensing

Storage Humidity Max. 90% non-condensing

Weight 65 g ± 5 g (2.3 oz ± 0.2 g)

Dimensions 57.5 x 26.4 x 104 mm (2.3 x 1.0 x 4.1 in)

26.4mm 50mm

67mm

102.8mm

14.7mm

57.5mm

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Appendix B - Regulatory Information

Regulatory Information
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 or more 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.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This device complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and it also complies with Part 15 of the FCC
RF Rules. This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter
must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and consider removing the no-
collocation statement.
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.

Caution:
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.

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