D-Link - High-Definition Wi-Fi Video Security Camera - White

Name: D-Link - High-Definition Wi-Fi Video Security Camera - White
Brand: D-Link
SKU: 6363807
Rating: 3.6 (198 reviews)

Model: DCS-2132L

SKU: 6363807

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Key Specs
- Field Of View: 52.9 degrees (The area of a target, measured as an angle from the location of viewing, that can be observed.)
- Night Vision: true
- Number Of Cameras Included: 1
- Camera Power Source: Plug-in, Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 104 degrees fahrenheit (The highest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures more than the maximum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Minimum Operating Temperature: 32 degrees fahrenheit (The lowest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures less than the minimum can result in ineffective operation.)
General
- Product Name: High-Definition Wi-Fi Video Security Camera
- Brand: D-Link
- Model Number: DCS-2132L
Camera
- Field Of View: 52.9 degrees (The area of a target, measured as an angle from the location of viewing, that can be observed.)
- Night Vision: true
- Night Vision Distance: 15 feet
- Number Of Cameras Included: 1
- Image Sensor Type: CMOS (CCD and CMOS are the two main technologies used in image sensors. CCD, the older of the two types, turns analog light signals into digital pixels. This conversion happens without distortion, resulting in high-quality images. Newer CMOS sensors use transistors at each pixel to move electrical charges. CMOS sensors are typically less expensive, but also require more light to create distortion-free images.)
Power
- Camera Power Source: Plug-in, Power over Ethernet (PoE)
- Voltage: 5 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
Compatibility
- Compatibility: Most smartphones
- Operating System Compatibility: Android, Apple iOS
Connectivity
- Camera Connectivity: Wireless (Security system cameras can be set up in several ways. Wired cameras require cables for power and footage transmission, while wire-free cameras don't need cables for either. Wireless cameras still require cables for receiving power but are able to transmit footage via a wireless network.)
Performance
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 104 degrees fahrenheit (The highest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures more than the maximum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Indoor Or Outdoor Use: Indoor (Indicates the appropriate environment product was designed to be used in.)
- Minimum Operating Temperature: 32 degrees fahrenheit (The lowest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures less than the minimum can result in ineffective operation.)
Features
- Auto-On Detection: Motion
Dimension
- Product Height: 4.9 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 4.5 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 4.5 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 1.2 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Display
- Color Display: true
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: Hardware: 1 year limited; software: 90 days limited
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: Hardware: 1 year limited; software: 90 days limited
Other
- UPC: 790069378140

Watch over your home or business with this D-Link Cloud Camera 2200 DCS-2132L surveillance camera that features a 1/4" CMOS image sensor with up to 720p resolution for sharp, clear video. The built-in IR LEDs offer enhanced night vision up to 15'.

1/4" CMOS image sensor: With 720p resolution at up to 30 fps produces sharp, clear video. Passive infrared (PIR) sensor ensures reliable motion detection.
Built-in IR LEDs: Enable enhanced night vision up to 15'.
52.9° diagonal field of view: For optimal viewing.
ePTZ functionality: Lets you pan from -170° to 170° and tilt from -25° to 90° for a wide viewing range. The 4 x 1 digital zoom allows you to see up close.
Supports H.264, MJPEG and MPEG-4 video codec: To simplify video compression and viewing.
Selectable recording resolutions: Include 1280 x 720, 640 x 352, 320 x 176 and 160 x 80. Record video continuously, when motion is detected or according to a weekly schedule to suit your desired preference.
Configurable options: Include image size, quality, frame and bit rate, motion detection windows, shutter speed, brightness, saturation, contrast, mirror, flip, time stamp, text overlays and 3 privacy mask zones for easy customization.
microSD slot: Offers local video storage (card not included).
Wireless 802.11n and Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS): Along with a 10/100 Ethernet LAN port provides a secure network connection. Zero Configuration enables automatic configuration and intelligent syncing with most routers.
Cloud services-enabled remote management: Lets you access and adjust configuration options and save video clips and snapshots to a local hard drive via a Web browser.
mydlink Lite and mydlink Plus mobile apps: Allow you to view your surveillance footage and control the camera from a compatible Apple® iPhone®, iPad® or Android device (additional fees may apply).

Whats Included

D-Link High-Definition Wi-Fi Video Security Camera
Software CD

Q: Does this camera work with a Mac computer without additional equipment?

A: Yes, but you need Mac OS X10.5 or higher with at least Firefox 3.5 or Safari browser to support. I have a MacBook Air from 2010 and it worked.

Q: SD card use

A: We want to thank you for your interest in the product. Please note that you can access the pictures or videos by clicking the "SD Card" tab in the "Setup" settings. To enable recording, you can set schedules or have it triggered by motion detection. For more information please visit www.support.dlink.com.

Q: Does this camera have 2 way audio?

A: yes, but slow

Q: SD Recording questions

A: We thank you for your comments and questions. Please note that the recommended maximum capacity of an SD card used in the DCS-2132L is 32GB and the MicroSD slot is easily located and accessible on the right side of the DCS-2132L. The number of hours of pictures and video that can be recorded to the SD card on the DCS-2132L is directly dependent upon the audio and video configuration settings configured with the DCS-2132L used to record as some of these settings will utilize more data to record than others. An example of some of these configuration settings are Aspect Ratio, Mode, Frame Size, Maximum Frame Rate, Video Quality, Constant Bit Rate and Fixed Quality. You may also download and install our D-ViewCam application to setup to view this camera and or record from this camera to an FTP server of your choosing. If you need further information please visit www.support.dlink.com. Thank you for choosing D-Link.

Q: Can it be powered by 220V power or by batteries? What type of WiFi speed is recommended?

A: Can be powered by 220, cause the power adaptor is 110-220. It's working at 220 at my home, in Brazil. Won't work with batteries.

Q: I have a vacation house with a DSL router but no computer - does this camera allow me to access just using your cloud?

A: We use D-Link DSC-942L aka Cloud 1200. Do not need any computer in your house just hard wire network or WiFi and 24/7 Internet if you want immediate notices. The cam can record all by itself and you retrieve later so with enough memory and electric power it could record events with no network and later you could retrieve the images or video clips.

Q: Adding a second device..

A: Yes, works very well, if they are different models, you need to run the appropriate set-up for each one.

Q: How do I record for longer than 4 seconds?

A: undefined

Customers are saying

Customers praise the High-Definition Wi-Fi Video Security Camera's impressive picture quality and ease of use, especially for beginners. Many also appreciate its effective night vision capabilities and the option for local storage via microSD card. However, some users experienced challenges with the setup process and motion detection features, while others found the software and compatibility with certain routers to be less than ideal.

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Sadly this is a good camera
Sadly, this seems to be one of the better security cameras I've found. I say sadly because a basic cell phone camera takes better pics and video than this, even in low light conditions. 720p here just means that you get more of the grainy pixels than from an 480p camera. I uploaded full res pics to show this, but it seems you can only see a downscaled version that hides a lot of grain. Also, the unit switched to infrared mode if a cloud passes over the house, so expect black and white video if you don't leave all the lights on. The software needs a lot of work, too. The "nice" setup method can work, but test thoroughly as it's easy to miss the correct sequence and have it not work or lose all settings. For actual recording, it only records to the SD card in the camera itself if you use the regular setup tools, so if the camera is stolen you get no video. The advanced setup looks like it could record to a server but only with a very manual config. For motion detect, it false triggers all day long, but then misses a lot of recording when there's real action. There are no settings for time to record before or after a trigger event. Live feedback for tuning sensitivity would be quite helpful. For reviewing the video, just take the SD card out of the camera. The file access via IP is terrible if it works at all. The remote access does work well. I will probably buy a third one soon if I don't find a better option. This market still seems untapped by a good solution. I much prefer this to not having one.
Posted 12 years ago by NeedToCatchAThiefOrTwo
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good HD quality daytime picture
This is one of four different cameras I purchased to try out for basic home monitoring. Picture quality during daytime is very good when sufficient lighting. Night vision is only adequate. The camera can be set to record to a memory card when there is movement. Camera is slow to respond when there is initial movement so you will end up missing the first few seconds. Setup was slow and at times frustrating. For being a wireless camera, the camera cannot be installed without first having to connect to router via cable. Once setup is complete, the camera can be used wirelessly. I use the DlinkLite app on both an Iphone 5S and an Amazone Fire HD. The Amazon app is far more user friendly, as reviewing video and deleting from the installed memory card is much easier. The iphone app is very cumbersome, especially when trying to delete video. Overall, am satisfied with the purchase. Like the smaller size of the DCS-2132L and HD quality, although apps and setup are still not great. Also tested the DLink DCS-5020L and DCS-5222L, which I ended up returning.
Posted 10 years ago by AE67
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Decent camera with some nice features
This is a decent camera with some pretty nice features for the price. The picture quality is good and the ability to have local storage on the camera with a MicroSD card is a nice option. The night vision is actually quite good as well. I found that the long power cable comes in handy and puts less restrictions on mounting options. Remote viewing via the myDlink website works very well with minimal setup required. The motion detection is great, I just wish I could record longer video clips with it. It's a bit cumbersome to get the data off of the SD card for review. I've found it a lot faster to actually remove the card and access it directly using a card reader than to use the camera's web interface. Another issue for some might be the loud CLICK noise it makes when switching to and from night vision mode. In all it is a great little camera that I have been using 24/7 for the past several weeks. It's been solid and I haven't had to mess with it since the initial install.
Posted 12 years ago by jko128