D-Link Storage

Provides an overview of the Surveillance Center Addon's capabilities and its role on the NAS.

Details the minimum hardware and software requirements for the computer used to configure and use the ShareCenter.

Specifies the requirements for hard drives and RAID configurations for data storage.

Describes the automated process for installing IP cameras into the surveillance system.

Details support for multiple video formats and channel capacity for recording.

Explains the capability to record synchronized audio alongside video streams.

Describes the automatic overwriting or recycling of older recordings to manage storage space.

Highlights the ability to monitor up to four live video feeds simultaneously.

Details the capacity to review recordings from up to four channels at once.

Explains the options for initiating recordings manually or based on a set schedule.

Describes the integration of an E-map for visualizing camera locations.

Outlines the functionality to back up recorded video footage to the NAS.

Guides the user on selecting compatible hard drives for the ShareCenter system.

Lists the specific D-Link IP camera models supported by the Surveillance Center.

Specifies the network infrastructure requirements, particularly Gigabit Ethernet support.

Recommends using a UPS for protecting the system against power interruptions and surges.

Instructs on navigating to the Application Management section to find Add-Ons.

Guides the user to select the Surveillance Center software file from their computer.

Details clicking 'Apply' to install the software and confirmation of successful installation.

Explains how to activate the Surveillance Center by clicking the green Play button.

Instructs to click the Applications tab to view the enabled Surveillance Center add-on.

Guides to double-click the Surveillance Center to view its details and launch the interface.

Details the installation of a necessary plugin for Internet Explorer to use the Surveillance Center.

Explains how the software automatically detects connected cameras, recognizing IP address and model.

Guides to the Camera Setup section to view and manage connected cameras.

Presents the two methods for adding cameras: using the wizard or directly via the camera list.

Introduces the camera setup wizard and lists the steps involved in adding a camera.

Explains that the wizard scans the network to find available cameras for selection.

Details entering login credentials, port number, and renaming the camera.

Describes using the 'Test Camera' button to verify image quality and positioning.

Explains the options for recording: No Record, Record by Schedule, or Manual Record.

Guides on setting up schedules by clicking on function colors in the graph for specific days and times.

Details the default setting where the NAS retains the last 7 days of recordings, overwriting older ones.

Instructs to use the 'Estimate Required Space' button to calculate needed storage based on settings.

Guides to the Camera Setup section for manual camera addition.

Explains clicking 'Search' to find compatible cameras on the local network.

Instructs to select a detected camera using its radio button and click 'Add To'.

Describes the prompt to choose a camera slot (1-4) for the newly added camera.

Allows modification of camera name, address, and port if needed.

Details entering camera login credentials and selecting the video format.

Instructs to click 'Save Settings' to finalize the manual camera configuration.

Explains the Auto Install feature for automatically adding new cameras upon accessing the Live Video page.

Details checking the 'Enable Auto Install' option to automatically install new cameras.

Guides to the 'Audio and Video' section for adjusting camera settings.

Explains selecting or editing pre-configured video profiles to suit specific needs.

Details selecting video formats like JPEG, MPEG-4, or H.264, noting their quality differences.

Explains frame rate as frames per second, affecting video smoothness and file size.

Describes resolution as the number of pixels, impacting file size and detail.

Explains the quality setting, often linked to Motion JPEG, as a guide to output video quality.

Defines bitrate as kilobits per second, affecting output file size.

Details using a checkbox to enable or disable audio recording.

Guides to the Event Setup section to configure notification settings.

Details configuring mail server settings for email notifications.

Explains enabling SMS notifications and selecting a service provider.

Details entering the SMS URL, phone number, and testing the SMS function.

Allows selection of notification methods (Email, SMS, Web Page) for various events.

Guides to the 'Advanced' button to access detailed Email and SMS settings.

Explains uploading a map image and plotting camera locations on it.

Lists the image file formats supported for E-map uploads.

Describes dragging cameras from the list onto the uploaded map image.

Details configuring backups for IP camera recordings, including folder, date, and camera selection.

Explains how created backups appear in the Archive section for playback list management or deletion.

Allows modification of ports for Live Video, Playback, and Config servers, useful for network restrictions.

Displays a list of network cameras with their connection status, recording status, frame rate, and bit rate.

Provides a history of significant events within the Surveillance Center software.

Details filtering log entries by type, camera, or date for easier analysis.

Displays the live video feeds from connected cameras.

Allows access to view recorded video footage.

Provides access to various configuration settings.

Shows the current status of the system and connected cameras.

Identifies the display area for the first live video feed.

Identifies the display area for the second live video feed.

Indicates the status display for each connected camera.

Controls how camera feeds are displayed (e.g., single, split view).

Buttons for accessing E-map view and taking snapshots.

Controls audio output from cameras.

Enables control over PTZ cameras.

Configures automated patrol patterns for PTZ cameras.

Displays key information about the currently selected camera.

Buttons to start or stop camera operation.

Buttons for manual recording and accessing camera settings.

Icons indicating camera status, allowing double-click to toggle.

Icons to switch between single camera view or up to 4 network cameras.

Button to mute camera sound and slider for volume adjustment.

Controls for directing PTZ cameras.

Button to switch between live camera view and the E-map display.

Button to capture a snapshot of the current camera frame.

Instructs to click a button to enter the single camera viewing mode.

Guides on switching back to split camera mode from single camera mode.

Explains how to enter full-screen camera mode for an expanded view.

Notes that full-screen mode is achievable from both split level and single camera modes.

Details how enabling digital zoom allows users to zoom in/out on image areas.

Explains using the mouse to drag a box for detailed viewing within the zoomed image.

Describes using the mouse wheel for precise zoom level adjustments.

Guides to accessing the E-map view from the Live Video screen.

Instructs to use the 'E-map Upload' button to add map images to the system.

Guides to accessing the snapshot feature from the Live Video screen.

Explains that clicking the button captures the current live video frame.

Details copying the captured snapshot to the clipboard for pasting elsewhere.

Instructs to save the captured snapshot to the disk using the 'Save Image' button.

Explains how the camera icon changes on the E-map when motion is detected.

Guides to click the red camera icon on the E-map to play recorded events triggered by motion or alarms.

Notes that patrol settings depend on the specific D-Link PTZ camera model being used.

Guides to click the Patrol icon to access and configure patrol settings.

Instructs to scroll down and click 'Set Patrol' to open the Patrol Setup window.

Guides to click the Preset Point icon to manage preset camera positions.

Explains selecting options from the drop-down list to clear or add preset points.

Details entering a preset name in the PTZ Preset Point box and confirming with OK.

Guides to click the 'Go to Preset Point' icon to direct the camera to predefined points.

Guides to access settings from the Live Video window by clicking the Settings button.

Explains options for displaying recordings in calendar or list format.

Allows selection of where to save snapshots and their format.

Guides to access settings from the Live Video window by clicking the Settings button.

Details enabling the On Screen Display (OSD) overlay feature.

Allows adjustment of font type, size, and color for the OSD text.

Enables selection of background color and transparency level for the OSD.

Allows selection of information like camera name, date, and time for the OSD.

Explains that the Playback screen is used to view recorded video footage from cameras.

Guides to use a button to initiate playback of a video recording.

Icons for switching between single camera view or up to 4 network cameras.

Points to the Settings button for accessing display and image capture settings.

Describes the mute button for controlling camera audio and a slider for volume.

Explains the function of enabling digital zoom on the selected camera.

Details playback controls for playing, stopping, pausing, or skipping video recordings.

Guides to click 'Open Recording' on the Playback screen to view recorded footage.

Explains viewing recordings via a calendar month or a list by date.

Describes using an icon to select the current date and browse calendar months.

Details options within the Playback List drop-down menu, such as Current Recording and Historic Recording.

Allows narrowing down recordings by specifying a date and time period.

Explains the timeline visualization showing different recording types and times.

Guides to the Backup Setup screen from the Record Information page.

Instructs to click the Play button to play the selected recording on the main playback screen.