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......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 3
......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 3
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Table of Contents Wireless Security...44 What is WEP?...44 What is WPA?...45 Configuring the DCS-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 4
Table of Contents Wireless Security...44 What is WEP?...44 What is WPA?...45 Configuring the DCS-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 4
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System Requirements • Computer with Microsoft Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP (for this product. 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 ... • Internet Explorer 7 or above , Firefox 3.5 or above, Safari 4 and Chrome 8.0 or above • Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n/g wireless network D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 5
System Requirements • Computer with Microsoft Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP (for this product. 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 ... • Internet Explorer 7 or above , Firefox 3.5 or above, Safari 4 and Chrome 8.0 or above • Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n/g wireless network D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 5
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... detection features for a complete and cost effective home security solution. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 6 Product Overview Introduction Congratulations on your local network or through the Internet via a web browser. Section 1 - The DCS-942L is a complete system with a built-in CPU and web server ...that transmits high quality video images for your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11n/g wireless network. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-942L is a versatile and unique solution for security...
... detection features for a complete and cost effective home security solution. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 6 Product Overview Introduction Congratulations on your local network or through the Internet via a web browser. Section 1 - The DCS-942L is a complete system with a built-in CPU and web server ...that transmits high quality video images for your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11n/g wireless network. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-942L is a versatile and unique solution for security...
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.... Remote Monitoring Utility The D-ViewCam application adds enhanced features and functionality for other browsers such as PC frame grabber cards. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 7 Broad Range of up to integrate into other Internet related protocols. Other features include image monitoring, recording images to..., and other Internet/Intranet applications because of homes, offices, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks. The DCS-942L can access your existing network environment. This means you to view and connect to configure and access the Network Camera from ...
.... Remote Monitoring Utility The D-ViewCam application adds enhanced features and functionality for other browsers such as PC frame grabber cards. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 7 Broad Range of up to integrate into other Internet related protocols. Other features include image monitoring, recording images to..., and other Internet/Intranet applications because of homes, offices, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks. The DCS-942L can access your existing network environment. This means you to view and connect to configure and access the Network Camera from ...
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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 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 Section 1 -
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Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View Micro SD card slot D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 9 Section 1 -
Product Overview Hardware Overview Side View Micro SD card slot D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 9 Section 1 -
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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 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 Section 1 -
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D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 11 Installation Attach the External Power Supply Attach the external power supply to the DC Power receptor located on the rear panel of the DCS-942L and attach it to your wall outlet or power strip. Section 2 - Power is confirmed when the green LED Power Indicator located back on the top panel at the rear of the DCS-942L and connect it to the network cable connector located on the DCS-942L is illuminated. Installation Hardware Installation Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network.
D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 11 Installation Attach the External Power Supply Attach the external power supply to the DC Power receptor located on the rear panel of the DCS-942L and attach it to your wall outlet or power strip. Section 2 - Power is confirmed when the green LED Power Indicator located back on the top panel at the rear of the DCS-942L and connect it to the network cable connector located on the DCS-942L is illuminated. Installation Hardware Installation Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network.
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... a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Keep your devices so that is to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 12 Be aware of walls and ceilings between network devices. Position your product at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters away from 3-90 feet (1-30... at a 45-degree angle appears to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Try to position your wireless network. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link Wireless Network Camera lets you are using a wireless connection from your Network Camera) - Section 2 -
... a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Keep your devices so that is to be almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 12 Be aware of walls and ceilings between network devices. Position your product at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters away from 3-90 feet (1-30... at a 45-degree angle appears to follow these basic guidelines: 1. Try to position your wireless network. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link Wireless Network Camera lets you are using a wireless connection from your Network Camera) - Section 2 -
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D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 13 Installation Camera Installation Wizard Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer's CD drive to configuring your hardware to start the autorun program. Simply click Start to go through the installation process from connecting your camera. The CD-ROM will guide you through the Installation Wizard, which will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Section 2 -
D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 13 Installation Camera Installation Wizard Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer's CD drive to configuring your hardware to start the autorun program. Simply click Start to go through the installation process from connecting your camera. The CD-ROM will guide you through the Installation Wizard, which will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Section 2 -
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... DCS-942L will automatically create a wireless connection to activate the WPS feature. On some routers, you may need to log in to the camera using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Push Button Setup Alternatively, you may create a connection to the web interface and click on an on your router. Section 2 - WPS Button D-Link DCS-942L...
... DCS-942L will automatically create a wireless connection to activate the WPS feature. On some routers, you may need to log in to the camera using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Push Button Setup Alternatively, you may create a connection to the web interface and click on an on your router. Section 2 - WPS Button D-Link DCS-942L...
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Section 3 - You will see a screen similar to remotely access your DCS-942L camera with a mydlink account in the Camera Installation Wizard. mydlink Portal mydlink Portal After registering your camera from the www.mydlink.com website. After signing in to your mydlink account, you will be able to the following: D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 15
Section 3 - You will see a screen similar to remotely access your DCS-942L camera with a mydlink account in the Camera Installation Wizard. mydlink Portal mydlink Portal After registering your camera from the www.mydlink.com website. After signing in to your mydlink account, you will be able to the following: D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 15
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You will need to enter your new camera password to make sure that your camera is offline and currently cannot be accessed remotely. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 16 mydlink Portal Camera Status Here, you still cannot access your camera, reset your camera and run the Camera Installation Wizard again from ...
You will need to enter your new camera password to make sure that your camera is offline and currently cannot be accessed remotely. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 16 mydlink Portal Camera Status Here, you still cannot access your camera, reset your camera and run the Camera Installation Wizard again from ...
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If the camera is available, a Live Video feed 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. Section 3 - D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 17 Video will be selected by default. mydlink Portal Live Video In the main part of the screen, the Live Video tab will be displayed.
If the camera is available, a Live Video feed 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. Section 3 - D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 17 Video will be selected by default. mydlink Portal Live Video In the main part of the screen, the Live Video tab will be displayed.
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Download the VLC file from WEB site. 2. Finished the installation, then you can see the live video in order to install the components. 4. Enable the "Mozilla plug-in" to have all functions working properly, make sure VLC Mozilla plug-in and Java JRE are both installed in your computer. 1. Section 3 - Execute the program and setup the configurations of the software. 3. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 18 mydlink Portal NOTE: If using non-IE browsers to view the camera web manager, in the browser.
Download the VLC file from WEB site. 2. Finished the installation, then you can see the live video in order to install the components. 4. Enable the "Mozilla plug-in" to have all functions working properly, make sure VLC Mozilla plug-in and Java JRE are both installed in your computer. 1. Section 3 - Execute the program and setup the configurations of the software. 3. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 18 mydlink Portal NOTE: If using non-IE browsers to view the camera web manager, in the browser.
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...On: Displays the time and date that you can give to your device to help you can change your camera's configuration interface. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 19 Clicking on the Show Password checkbox will open the Maintenance > Admin page where you to log in to mydlink. Clicking... address of your camera. Model Name: Displays the model name of your device. Camera Password: Displays the current password for you with links to various support websites and downloads related to your camera's configuration interface. Support: This section provides you to log in to your Device...
...On: Displays the time and date that you can give to your device to help you can change your camera's configuration interface. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 19 Clicking on the Show Password checkbox will open the Maintenance > Admin page where you to log in to mydlink. Clicking... address of your camera. Model Name: Displays the model name of your device. Camera Password: Displays the current password for you with links to various support websites and downloads related to your camera's configuration interface. Support: This section provides you to log in to your Device...
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... Installation Wizard. At the end of the wizard, click Go To Camera, or enter the IP address of your DCS-942L. Section 4 - The camera's built-in Web configuration utility is blank. Configuration D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 20 After entering your camera. Configuration Using the Configuration Menu After completing the Camera Installation Wizard, you did...
... Installation Wizard. At the end of the wizard, click Go To Camera, or enter the IP address of your DCS-942L. Section 4 - The camera's built-in Web configuration utility is blank. Configuration D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 20 After entering your camera. Configuration Using the Configuration Menu After completing the Camera Installation Wizard, you did...
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D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 21 Live Video A Live Video from Sun's web site (http://www.java.com). The Java application can be downloaded free from the camera is displayed upon logging into the camera's web interface. Configuration Please make sure that you have the latest version of Java application installed on your computer to ensure proper operation when viewing the video in Java mode. Section 4 -
D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 21 Live Video A Live Video from Sun's web site (http://www.java.com). The Java application can be downloaded free from the camera is displayed upon logging into the camera's web interface. Configuration Please make sure that you have the latest version of Java application installed on your computer to ensure proper operation when viewing the video in Java mode. Section 4 -
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... of the video. 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 22 Configuration Icon Button Name Profile buttons Function Use these buttons to the camera. Makes the video occupy the entire of the browser...
... of the video. 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 22 Configuration Icon Button Name Profile buttons Function Use these buttons to the camera. Makes the video occupy the entire of the browser...