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... 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 or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. All rights reserved. Manual Overview D-Link reserves the right to revise this document may not be reproduced, in whole...
... 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 or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. All rights reserved. Manual Overview D-Link reserves the right to revise this document may not be reproduced, in whole...
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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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... with Microsoft Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP (for this product. System Requirements • Computer with 1.3GHz or above; 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... voltage than the one included with your reseller. If any of the above • Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n/g wireless network D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 5
... with Microsoft Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP (for this product. System Requirements • Computer with 1.3GHz or above; 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... voltage than the one included with your reseller. If any of the above • Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n/g wireless network D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 5
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...Notebook over your purchase of the DCS-942L Enhanced Wireless N Day & Night Home Network Camera. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-942L is a versatile and unique solution for your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11n/g wireless network. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 6 Product Overview ...Introduction Congratulations on your local network or through the Internet via a web browser. The DCS-942L is a complete system with your small office or home. Section ...
...Notebook over your purchase of the DCS-942L Enhanced Wireless N Day & Night Home Network Camera. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-942L is a versatile and unique solution for your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11n/g wireless network. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 6 Product Overview ...Introduction Congratulations on your local network or through the Internet via a web browser. The DCS-942L is a complete system with your small office or home. Section ...
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...industrial and public monitoring of Applications With today's high-speed Internet services, the Network Camera can access your existing network environment. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 7 Product Overview Features Simple to 32 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots. Supports a Variety of its own...functionality for live video images over the Intranet and Internet for other Internet related protocols. IR LED for added flexibility. The DCS-942L works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired environments, and works with a...
...industrial and public monitoring of Applications With today's high-speed Internet services, the Network Camera can access your existing network environment. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 7 Product Overview Features Simple to 32 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots. Supports a Variety of its own...functionality for live video images over the Intranet and Internet for other Internet related protocols. IR LED for added flexibility. The DCS-942L works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired environments, and works with a...
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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 the network. 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 your wall outlet or power strip. Installation Hardware Installation Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the DCS-942L is illuminated. Section 2 -
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 the network. 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 your wall outlet or power strip. Installation Hardware Installation Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the DCS-942L is illuminated. Section 2 -
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Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link Wireless Network Camera lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters). 2. However, the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other ... the wireless signal. At a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Materials and objects such as microwave ovens), your home or business. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 12 Building Materials make a difference. The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3.
Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The D-Link Wireless Network Camera lets you are using a wireless connection from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters). 2. However, the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other ... the wireless signal. At a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Materials and objects such as microwave ovens), your home or business. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 12 Building Materials make a difference. The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3.
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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. The CD-ROM will guide you through the Installation Wizard, which will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Simply click Start to go through the installation process from connecting your camera. 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. The CD-ROM will guide you through the Installation Wizard, which will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Simply click Start to go through the installation process from connecting your camera. Section 2 -
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.... The WPS button is on -screen button to the camera using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). The DCS-942L will reboot. The blue WPS status LED above the button will blink. Installation WPS - WPS Button D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 14 Push Button Setup Alternatively, you are not sure where the WPS button is usually...
.... The WPS button is on -screen button to the camera using Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). The DCS-942L will reboot. The blue WPS status LED above the button will blink. Installation WPS - WPS Button D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 14 Push Button Setup Alternatively, you are not sure where the WPS button is usually...
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You will see a screen similar to remotely access your DCS-942L camera with a mydlink account in the Camera Installation Wizard. After signing in to your mydlink account, you will be able to the following: D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 15 Section 3 - mydlink Portal mydlink Portal After registering your camera from the www.mydlink.com website.
You will see a screen similar to remotely access your DCS-942L camera with a mydlink account in the Camera Installation Wizard. After signing in to your mydlink account, you will be able to the following: D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 15 Section 3 - mydlink Portal mydlink Portal After registering your camera from the www.mydlink.com website.
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... to access your camera is online and ready to make sure they are secure. • Check to use. Your online status may 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...
... to access your camera is online and ready to make sure they are secure. • Check to use. Your online status may 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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Section 3 - If the camera is available, a Live Video feed will be selected by default. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 17 mydlink Portal Live Video In the main part of the screen, the Live Video tab 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. Video will be displayed.
Section 3 - If the camera is available, a Live Video feed will be selected by default. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 17 mydlink Portal Live Video In the main part of the screen, the Live Video tab 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. Video will be displayed.
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Enable the "Mozilla plug-in your computer. 1. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 18 mydlink Portal NOTE: If using non-IE browsers to view the camera web manager, in order to have all functions working properly, make sure VLC Mozilla plug-in and Java JRE are both installed in " to install the components. 4. Section 3 - Finished the installation, then you can see the live video in the browser. Execute the program and setup the configurations of the software. 3. Download the VLC file from WEB site. 2.
Enable the "Mozilla plug-in your computer. 1. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 18 mydlink Portal NOTE: If using non-IE browsers to view the camera web manager, in order to have all functions working properly, make sure VLC Mozilla plug-in and Java JRE are both installed in " to install the components. 4. Section 3 - Finished the installation, then you can see the live video in the browser. Execute the program and setup the configurations of the software. 3. Download the VLC file from WEB site. 2.
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...Clicking on the Password will open a window for your camera's configuration interface. Then, it will open a window for you with links to various support websites and downloads related to your camera's configuration interface. Camera Password: Displays the current password for you can change... camera's configuration interface. Device Name: The Device Name is a unique name that your device was added to your Password. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 19 mydlink Portal Camera Info The Camera Info tab displays various details about your device. mydlink No.: Displays the mydlink...
...Clicking on the Password will open a window for your camera's configuration interface. Then, it will open a window for you with links to various support websites and downloads related to your camera's configuration interface. Camera Password: Displays the current password for you can change... camera's configuration interface. Device Name: The Device Name is a unique name that your device was added to your Password. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 19 mydlink Portal Camera Info The Camera Info tab displays various details about your device. mydlink No.: Displays the mydlink...
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Configuration D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 20 To log in, use your DCS-942L. After entering your camera into a web browser. Configuration Using the Configuration Menu After completing the Camera Installation Wizard, you to use the User name admin ...
Configuration D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 20 To log in, use your DCS-942L. After entering your camera into a web browser. Configuration Using the Configuration Menu After completing the Camera Installation Wizard, you to use the User name admin ...
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Section 4 - The Java application can be downloaded free from the camera is displayed upon logging into the camera's web interface. Live Video A Live Video from Sun's web site (http://www.java.com). D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 21 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 - The Java application can be downloaded free from the camera is displayed upon logging into the camera's web interface. Live Video A Live Video from Sun's web site (http://www.java.com). D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 21 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.
