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    obsolete as our services and websites develop and change. Please refer to the www.mydlink.com website for the most current information. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date July 21, 2011 Description DCS-942L Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks
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    Wizard...24 Network...28 Wireless...30 DDNS ...31 Image Setup...32 Audio and Video...33 Time and Date...34 Video Clip...35 Snapshot...36 Motion Detect...37 SD Card...38 Maintenance...39 Admin...39 System...40 Firmware Upgrade...41 Status...42 Device Info...42 Log...43 D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    -942L with a Router...46 Troubleshooting...52 Wireless Basics...55 Wireless Modes...59 Networking Basics...60 Check your IP address...60 Statically Assign an IP Address...61 Technical Specifications...62 Contacting Technical Support...64 Warranty...65 Registration...71 D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    Section 1 - Product Overview Product PackageOverview Contents DCS-942L Enhanced Wireless N Day & Night Home Network Camera Camera Stand and Mounting Kit Camera CAT5 Ethernet Cable Power Adapter Manual and Software on CD Quick Install Guide Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage
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    installation and intuitive web-based interface offer easy integration with your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11n/g wireless network. The DCS-942L also comes with remote monitoring and motion detection features for a complete and cost effective home security solution. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    Intranet or Internet. This means you can access your DCS-942L anytime, anywhere in the world. Broad Range of Applications With today's high-speed Internet services, the Network Camera can provide the ideal solution for delivering live video images over the Intranet and Internet for remote monitoring
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    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Passive Infrared Sensor (PIR) for motion detection IR Sensor IR LED Camera Lens Microphone D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 8
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    Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View Micro SD card slot D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 9
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    Section 1 - Product Overview Rear View Headphone/ Speaker Jack Power Receptor Ethernet Port Power LED Reset WPS LED WPS Button Camera Stand D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 10
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    Power Supply Attach the external power supply to the DC Power receptor located on the rear panel of the DCS-942L and connect it to your wall outlet or power strip. Power is confirmed when the green LED Power Indicator located back on the DCS-942L is illuminated. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 11
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    frequency sources (such as microwave ovens), your wireless connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 12
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    's CD drive to start the autorun program. The CD-ROM will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Simply click Start to go through the Installation Wizard, which will guide you through the installation process from connecting your hardware to configuring your camera. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 13
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    . If you are not sure where the WPS button is on your router, please refer to your router's User Manual. The DCS-942L will automatically create a wireless connection to your router. While connecting, the green LED will flash and your camera will reboot. WPS Button D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 14
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    registering your DCS-942L camera with a mydlink account in the Camera Installation Wizard. You will be able to remotely access your camera from the www.mydlink.com website. After signing in to your mydlink account, you will see a screen similar to the following: D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 15
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    's cable connections and make sure they are secure. • Check to make sure that the LED on your camera is lit solid green. If you still cannot access your camera, reset your camera and run the Camera Installation Wizard again from the CD-ROM included in your package. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 16
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    by default. If the camera is available, a Live Video feed will be displayed. Video will be shown at VGA resolution (640x480) if viewing your camera from a PC on the same local network, or at QVGA resolution (320x240) if viewing your camera from a PC on a remote network. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    in your computer. 1. Download the VLC file from WEB site. 2. Execute the program and setup the configurations of the software. 3. Enable the "Mozilla plug-in" to install the components. 4. Finished the installation, then you can see the live video in the browser. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 18
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    your device. MAC Address: Displays the MAC address of your device. Device activated On: Displays the time and date that your device was added to mydlink. Support: This section provides you with links to various support websites and downloads related to your product. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 19
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    enter the IP address of your camera into a web browser. To log in, use the User name admin and the password you created in the Installation Wizard. If you did not create a password, the default password is blank. After entering your password, click OK. Configuration D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 20
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    installed on your computer to ensure proper operation when viewing the video in Java mode. The Java application can be downloaded free from Sun's web site (http://www.java.com). Live Video A Live Video from the camera is displayed upon logging into the camera's web interface. D-Link DCS-942L
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    camera. Turns the Infrared lights on or off. (Icon only appears when you set to manual IR) Zooms in or out of the picture. Full Screen button Snapshot button Video recording button Storage folder button Listen button Talk button IR LED On/Off button Zoom buttons D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    to configure your network by using the Internet Connection Setup Wizard that includes step-by-step instructions. Alternatively, if you prefer to have finer control over settings, you can manually configure your connection using the Manual Internet Connection Setup. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 23
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    gateway settings may cause the failure of transmissions to a different subnet. Optional Primary DNS: Primary domain name server that translates names to IP addresses. Optional Secondary DNS: Secondary domain name server to backup the Primary DNS. Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    mail address used to connect to the DDNS. Password: Enter your password used to connect to the DDNS server. Timeout: You can setup how often the camera notifies the DDNS server of its current global IP address by entering a whole number in hours. Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    saving, check the Enable Daylight Saving box and select Auto Daylight Saving to have DST set automatically or select Set date and time manually to enable drop-down menus so that you can set the start and end time of daylight saving yourself. Click Next to continue. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 26
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    Section 4 - Configuration A summary of the options you selected is displayed for confirmation. Click Apply to complete the Setup. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 27
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    to IP addresses. Optional Secondary DNS: Secondary domain name server to backup the Primary DNS. PPPoE Settings: If you are using a PPPoE connection, enable it and enter the User Name and Password for your PPPoE account. You can get this information from your Internet service provider (ISP). D-Link
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    . The default port is 554. Enable this setting to configure your camera as a UPnP device in the network. Apple: Checking the Bonjour box will allow the camera to be discoverable on the network and visible to Apple devices. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 29
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    by other wireless devices within your network. When there is an interference from the wireless networks that overlap with one another, you may change the channel to obtain maximum performance for your connection. Click the Save Settings button to save your changes. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 30
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    your username or e-mail address used to connect to the DDNS. Password: Enter your password used to connect to the DDNS server. Timeout: You can setup how often the camera notifies the DDNS server of its current global IP address by entering a whole number in hours. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 31
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    video. If the camera is installed upside down, Flip Image and Mirror should both be checked. Frequency: Adjusts the video output. By default this is set to Auto but you may override the setting by manually . Change to the image settings are effective immediately. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 32
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    viewing from QuickTime or a mobile device. Day/Night Mode: Allows you to control the IR LEDs on the front of the camera. Audio Setup: Allows you to enable or disable and adjust the volume level of the speaker and microphone. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 33
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    your Server: camera with an Internet time server. Choose the one that is closest to your camera. Set the Date and Select this to set the time manually. Time Manually: Copy your Click to synchronize the time information from Computer's Time your PC. Settings: D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 34
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    event to ensure the event is captured and the maximum duration of the video clip. Target: Select where you want the video clip to be sent. It may be saved to an SD Card, uploaded to an FTP or E-mailed to an e-mail address. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 35
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    camera via FTP , E-Mail or SD Card when a trigger is activated. Snapshot: Check this box to enable the Snapshot function. Trigger By: Select whether the event is triggered by Motion, Schedule or if the video an e-mail address. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 36
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    to remove the blocks and stop the camera from monitoring that area of the picture. Clear: Clears all motion detection areas from the picture. Refresh Image: Updates the image with a new one at the time the button is pressed. Click Save Settings to save your changes. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 37
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    the inserted SD card is displayed. By selecting the check box, you can selectively delete video or images. If you want to erase the SD card or if it is a new one, click Format SD Card. Note: Format SD Card will erase all the contents of the SD card. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 38
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    camera. Admin Password Setting: To change your password, enter your current password and then enter the new one in the New Password and Confirm New Password fields. Add User Account: Create a new user for accessing the video . It can also be set to flicker on and off. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 39
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    Section 4 - Configuration System This section allows you to save and restore your configuration, restore the factory settings, and/or restart the camera. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 40
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    the firmware on your DCS-942L, please download and save the latest firmware version from the D-Link Support Page to your local hard drive. Locate the file on your local hard drive by using the Browse button. Then, click the "Upload" button to start the firmware upgrade. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    Section 4 - Configuration Device Info This section displays detailed information about your device and network settings. Status D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 42
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    Section 4 - Configuration Log The system log records camera events that have occurred. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 43
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    the RC4 encryption algorithm. WEP provides security by encrypting data over your wireless network so that it is protected as it is transmitted from one wireless device to another. To gain access to a WEP network, you be defined so that you can change keys easily. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 44
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    or key to authenticate your wireless connection. The key is an alpha-numeric password between 8 and 63 characters long. The password can include symbols (!?*&_) and spaces. This key must be the exact same key entered on your wireless router or access point. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 45
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    Cable • A Wired or Wireless router such as the D-Link DIR-655 Wireless Router • Ethernet based PC for system configuration Setting up the DCS-942L for Use Behind a Router Installing a DCS-942L Network Camera on your network is an easy 4-step procedure: 1. Assign a local IP address to your network
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    a Local IP Address to Your Camera Run the setup wizard from the CD included with the DCS-942L. Follow the steps in the Quick Install Guide to configure the DCS-942L. The camera will be assigned a local IP Address that allows it to be recognized by the router. Write down this IP Address for future
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    The Setup > Network page displays the port settings for your camera. If necessary, these ports can be changed if they are already in use by other devices (e.g. in a multiple camera environment). Note: Both the HTTP port and RTSP port are required to be opened for the DCS-942L. D-Link DCS-942L User
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    your router (as shown on the next page). The WAN IP Address will be listed. This will be the address that you will need to type in your Web browser to view your camera over the Internet. Your WAN IP Address will be listed on the router's Status > Device Info page. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 49
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    ) for RTSP and both (TCP and UDP) for 5556 - 5559 ports. 5. If you are using the default camera port settings, enter 80 into the Public and Private Port section, click Apply. 6. Scheduling should be set to Always so that the camera images can be accessed at any time. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 50
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    are the same, so refer to your user manual for specific instructions on how to open ports. Enter valid ports in the Virtual Server section of your router. Please make sure to check the box next to the camera name on the Virtual Server List to enable your settings. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 51
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    the Camera Installation Wizard included on the Installation CD that came in your package. You can also download the wizard from the following websites: 1.Select the language 3.Support page for selecting Camera to download the online wizard 2.Click into the support page D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    .com This URL will open a webpage where you will be asked to log in by entering your camera's password. After entering your password, your camera's Live View window will open, and you will be able to configure your camera as well. 4. Why does the LED not light up? D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 53
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    a more shaded area immediately as prolonged exposure to bright lights will damage the CMOS sensor. 8. The camera is producing noisy images. How can I solve the problem? The video images might be noisy if the Network Camera is used in a very low light environment. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 54
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    settings on your browser to allow the ActiveX plug-in to be installed. If you are using Internet Explorer with a version number lower than 7, then you will need to upgrade your Web browser software in order to view the streaming video transmitted by the Network Camera. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    users. Under many circumstances, it may be desirable for mobile network devices to link to a conventional Ethernet LAN in order to use servers, printers or an Internet connection supplied through the wired LAN. A Wireless Router is a device used to provide this link. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 56
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    D-Link Wireless? D-Link is the worldwide leader and award winning designer, developer, and manufacturer of networking products. D-Link delivers the performance you need at a price you can afford. D-Link campuses, airports, golf courses, and many other outdoor venues. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 57
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    in recent years that almost everyone is using it, whether it's for home, office, business, D-Link has a wireless solution for it. Home • Gives everyone at home broadband access • Surf the Web, check printer with multiple computers • No need to dedicate office space D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 58
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    on same frequency. Security Don't let you next-door neighbors or intruders connect to your wireless network. Secure your wireless network by turning on the WPA or WEP security feature on the router. Refer to product manual for detail information on how to set it up. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 59
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    Point or wireless router. All the wireless devices, or clients, will connect to the wireless router or access point. An Ad-Hoc network contains only clients, such as laptops with wireless cardbus adapters. All the adapters must be in Ad-Hoc mode to communicate. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 60
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    B - Networking Basics Networking Basics Check your IP address After you install your new D-Link adapter, by default, the TCP/IP settings should be set to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server (i.e. wireless router) automatically. To verify your IP address, please follow the steps below. Click on
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    . Set Default Gateway the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). Set Primary DNS the same as the LAN IP address of your router (192.168.0.1). The Secondary DNS is not needed or you may enter a DNS server from your ISP. Step 5 Click OK twice to save your settings. D-Link DCS-942L
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    • VGA 1/5 inch CMOS Sensor BUILT-IN NETWORK INTERFACE • 10/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet • 802.11g/n WLAN WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY • 802.11g/n Wireless with WEP/WPA/WPA2 security WIRELESS TRANSMIT OUTPUT POWER • 16 dbm for 11b, 12 dbm for 11g, 12 dbm for 11n (typical) D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 63
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    to 20,000 Hz • S/N ratio: over 58 dB AUDIO • ADPCM SD card slot • Micro SD card PIR V DC, 1.2 A • External AC-to-DC switching power adapter DIMENSIONS (W x D x H) • Including the bracket and stand: 65.8 x 65 x 126 mm • Camera only: B • IC • C-Tick • CE D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 64
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    of the product (e.g. DCS-942L) • Hardware Revision (located on the label on the bottom of the Network Camera (e.g. rev A1)) • Serial Number (s/n number located on the label on the bottom of the Network Camera). You can find software updates and user documentation on the D-Link website as well as
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    the defective Hardware will be refunded by D-Link upon return to D-Link of the defective Hardware. All Hardware or part thereof that is replaced by D-Link, or for which the purchase price is refunded, shall become the property of D-Link upon replacement or refund. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 66
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    Software is properly installed on approved hardware and operated as contemplated in its documentation. D-Link further warrants that, during the Software Warranty Period, the magnetic media on which D-Link delivers the Software ) or https://rma.dlink.ca (Canada only). D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 67
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    or services provided by anyone other than D-Link; and Products that have been purchased from inventory clearance or liquidation sales or other sales in which D-Link, the sellers, or the liquidators expressly disclaim their warranty obligation pertaining to the product. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 68
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    only an Authorized D-Link Service Office. Improper or LINK UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE PURCHASE PRICE Link is a registered trademark of D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. Other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual
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    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 in 5.15 ~ 5.25GHz frequency range, then it is restricted in indoor environment only. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 70
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    exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated are firmware programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is Industry Canada. The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 71
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    Appendix E - Registration Registration Product registration is entirely voluntary and failure to complete or return this form will not diminish your warranty rights. Version 1.0 July 21, 2011 D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 72
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