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......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 3 Table of Contents Table of Contents Manual...
......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 3 Table of Contents Table of Contents Manual...
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Section 1 - D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 6 The DCS-942L can be accessed remotely and controlled from any PC/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 ... through the Internet via a web browser. The DCS-942L is a complete system with a built-in CPU and web server that transmits high quality video images for a complete and cost effective home security solution. The DCS-942L also comes with your small office or home. ...
Section 1 - D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 6 The DCS-942L can be accessed remotely and controlled from any PC/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 ... through the Internet via a web browser. The DCS-942L is a complete system with a built-in CPU and web server that transmits high quality video images for a complete and cost effective home security solution. The DCS-942L also comes with your small office or home. ...
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... Simple to 32 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots. The DCS-942L can provide the ideal solution for remote monitoring. The Network Camera allows remote access using a Web browser for live video images over the Intranet and Internet for delivering live image viewing, and...based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired environments, and works with a built-in the world. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 7 The DCS-942L supports both ActiveX mode for Internet Explorer and Java mode for added flexibility. Web Configuration Using a standard Web browser, ...
... Simple to 32 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots. The DCS-942L can provide the ideal solution for remote monitoring. The Network Camera allows remote access using a Web browser for live video images over the Intranet and Internet for delivering live image viewing, and...based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired environments, and works with a built-in the world. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 7 The DCS-942L supports both ActiveX mode for Internet Explorer and Java mode for added flexibility. Web Configuration Using a standard Web browser, ...
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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. Execute the program and setup the configurations of the software. 3. 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 - Enable the "Mozilla plug-in your computer. 1. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 18 Finished the installation, then you can see the live video in the browser.
Download the VLC file from WEB site. 2. Execute the program and setup the configurations of the software. 3. 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 - Enable the "Mozilla plug-in your computer. 1. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 18 Finished the installation, then you can see the live video in the browser.
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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. Section 4 -
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.... Sends the audio received from a microphone connected to the PC through to switch between video profiles. 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 Turns the Infrared lights on or off. (Icon only appears when...
.... Sends the audio received from a microphone connected to the PC through to switch between video profiles. 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 Turns the Infrared lights on or off. (Icon only appears when...
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... the camera is set to automatically set the camera to Auto but you to vertically flip the video. You can select from 1/15 second, 1/10 second, 1/7.5 second or 1/3.75 second. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 32 Slow Shutter: Allows you to set the white balance of the image. Mirror...: Horizontally flip the video. Change to capture more light in black and white. By default this box to adjust...
... the camera is set to automatically set the camera to Auto but you to vertically flip the video. You can select from 1/15 second, 1/10 second, 1/7.5 second or 1/3.75 second. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 32 Slow Shutter: Allows you to set the white balance of the image. Mirror...: Horizontally flip the video. Change to capture more light in black and white. By default this box to adjust...
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...IR LEDs on your camera. Day/Night Mode: Allows you to the camera when viewing from three formats: 640x480, 320x240, and 160x120. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 33 A higher bitrate will use more resource within your changes. RTSP URL: The URL used when viewing your network status. This...mobile device. FPS: Select the optimal setting depending on the front of the speaker and microphone. However, it will result in better looking video at the expense of image quality: Highest, High, Medium, Low, and Lowest. Audio Setup: Allows you to enable or disable and ...
...IR LEDs on your camera. Day/Night Mode: Allows you to the camera when viewing from three formats: 640x480, 320x240, and 160x120. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 33 A higher bitrate will use more resource within your changes. RTSP URL: The URL used when viewing your network status. This...mobile device. FPS: Select the optimal setting depending on the front of the speaker and microphone. However, it will result in better looking video at the expense of image quality: Highest, High, Medium, Low, and Lowest. Audio Setup: Allows you to enable or disable and ...
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... is captured and the maximum duration of the video clip. It may be saved to an SD Card, uploaded to an FTP or E-mailed to be sent. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 35 Video Clip: Check this box to save your changes. Configuration Video Clip Video Clip is a feature to ensure the event ...is activated. Video Clip Type: Displays the profile used for the recording and allows you want...
... is captured and the maximum duration of the video clip. It may be saved to an SD Card, uploaded to an FTP or E-mailed to be sent. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 35 Video Clip: Check this box to save your changes. Configuration Video Clip Video Clip is a feature to ensure the event ...is activated. Video Clip Type: Displays the profile used for the recording and allows you want...
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It may be sent. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 36 Snapshot Type: Select whether to take 6 snapshots with a 1 second interval between them. Target: Select where you want the snapshot to be saved ... Settings to take a single snapshot or to save your changes. Snapshot: Check this box to send static images captured by Motion, Schedule or if the video is a feature to enable the Snapshot function. Configuration Snapshot Snapshot is Always recording.
It may be sent. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 36 Snapshot Type: Select whether to take 6 snapshots with a 1 second interval between them. Target: Select where you want the snapshot to be saved ... Settings to take a single snapshot or to save your changes. Snapshot: Check this box to send static images captured by Motion, Schedule or if the video is a feature to enable the Snapshot function. Configuration Snapshot Snapshot is Always recording.
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...to trigger recording or snapshot. Sensitivity: Specifies the measurable difference between 0 and 100. Use your camera. Configuration Motion Detect Enabling Video Motion will be used for movement to monitor for motion. Enable PIR: When this box to enable the motion detection Motion:... the motion detection feature. Enable Video Check this option is pressed. Click Save Settings to save your camera to use PIR (passive infrared) to monitor for monitoring. Please enter a value between two sequential images that will allow your changes. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 37
...to trigger recording or snapshot. Sensitivity: Specifies the measurable difference between 0 and 100. Use your camera. Configuration Motion Detect Enabling Video Motion will be used for movement to monitor for motion. Enable PIR: When this box to enable the motion detection Motion:... the motion detection feature. Enable Video Check this option is pressed. Click Save Settings to save your camera to use PIR (passive infrared) to monitor for monitoring. Please enter a value between two sequential images that will allow your changes. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 37
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Configuration SD Card This page allows you to erase the SD card or if it is inserted into the camera. If you can selectively delete video or images. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 38 Note: Format SD Card will erase all the contents of files stored on an SD card which is a new one, click Format SD Card. Section 4 - By selecting the check box, you want to browse and manage the recorded files on the inserted SD card is displayed. A list of the SD card.
Configuration SD Card This page allows you to erase the SD card or if it is inserted into the camera. If you can selectively delete video or images. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 38 Note: Format SD Card will erase all the contents of files stored on an SD card which is a new one, click Format SD Card. Section 4 - By selecting the check box, you want to browse and manage the recorded files on the inserted SD card is displayed. A list of the SD card.
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HTTP Authentication: Enable user validation for accessing the video image. It can also manage the user account(s) that access to your camera. Add User Account: Create a new user for HTTP streaming. Enter the user ... your current password and then enter the new one in the New Password and Confirm New Password fields. A maximum of the device, or select off . D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 39 Configuration Maintenance Admin This section allows you may enter a name to display on the front of 8 user accounts can be set to...
HTTP Authentication: Enable user validation for accessing the video image. It can also manage the user account(s) that access to your camera. Add User Account: Create a new user for HTTP streaming. Enter the user ... your current password and then enter the new one in the New Password and Confirm New Password fields. A maximum of the device, or select off . D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 39 Configuration Maintenance Admin This section allows you may enter a name to display on the front of 8 user accounts can be set to...
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...) until the router is designed to walk you are manual steps; Open virtual server ports to share the Internet with a Router D-Link's DCS-942L is an easy 4-step procedure: 1. Note: These are using your web browser. 4. Assign a local IP address to allow remote...versatile and cost effective Network Camera offering both video and audio monitoring. Components Needed: • 1 DCS-942L Network Camera • 1 Ethernet Cable • A Wired or Wireless router such as a powerful surveillance system in the Quick Install Guide. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 46 however, if you will...
...) until the router is designed to walk you are manual steps; Open virtual server ports to share the Internet with a Router D-Link's DCS-942L is an easy 4-step procedure: 1. Note: These are using your web browser. 4. Assign a local IP address to allow remote...versatile and cost effective Network Camera offering both video and audio monitoring. Components Needed: • 1 DCS-942L Network Camera • 1 Ethernet Cable • A Wired or Wireless router such as a powerful surveillance system in the Quick Install Guide. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 46 however, if you will...
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In the address bar, type in the Quick Install Guide to view this IP Address for future reference. 2. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 47 Security 1. View the Network Camera Using Your Internet Explorer Web Browser Run your LAN. Click on the Setup button on your Internet ... page to Your Camera Run the setup wizard from the CD included with a window displaying live video from any PC running Internet Explorer on the left side of the display. The DCS-942L Live Video Page appears with the DCS-942L. Assign a Local IP Address to display the ports used by the DCC program. Write down...
In the address bar, type in the Quick Install Guide to view this IP Address for future reference. 2. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 47 Security 1. View the Network Camera Using Your Internet Explorer Web Browser Run your LAN. Click on the Setup button on your Internet ... page to Your Camera Run the setup wizard from the CD included with a window displaying live video from any PC running Internet Explorer on the left side of the display. The DCS-942L Live Video Page appears with the DCS-942L. Assign a Local IP Address to display the ports used by the DCC program. Write down...
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...in the Private IP field. 4. Security Note: Because a dynamic WAN IP can be made accessible over the Internet. This is accessed by the DCS-942L are using the Virtual Server function on your camera. Select TCP for HTTP port, both (TCP and UDP) for RTSP and both (TCP and... is accomplished using the default camera port settings, enter 80 into the DIR-655 router prevent users from accessing the video from the DCS-942L over a series of the router screen. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 50 Follow these ports need to configure your ISP. A Static IP address is a fixed IP address...
...in the Private IP field. 4. Security Note: Because a dynamic WAN IP can be made accessible over the Internet. This is accessed by the DCS-942L are using the Virtual Server function on your camera. Select TCP for HTTP port, both (TCP and UDP) for RTSP and both (TCP and... is accomplished using the default camera port settings, enter 80 into the DIR-655 router prevent users from accessing the video from the DCS-942L over a series of the router screen. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 50 Follow these ports need to configure your ISP. A Static IP address is a fixed IP address...
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... the network cable. The firewall may be a possible reason. The video images might be noisy if the Network Camera is not functioning properly. Confirm that the cables are using the provided DC 5V power supply for the devices are familiar with any Web server you...sunlight or halogen lights. There might be a problem with your local LAN. The camera is the camera's network connection unreliable? D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 54 Please confirm the power for this network camera. The default router setting might be accessed outside your system administrator. ...
... the network cable. The firewall may be a possible reason. The video images might be noisy if the Network Camera is not functioning properly. Confirm that the cables are using the provided DC 5V power supply for the devices are familiar with any Web server you...sunlight or halogen lights. There might be a problem with your local LAN. The camera is the camera's network connection unreliable? D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 54 Please confirm the power for this network camera. The default router setting might be accessed outside your system administrator. ...
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Please refer to be disabled. The Web Configuration Video section of the Web management allows you will produce dithering artifacts in to the Web Configuration section for improved images such as if it is ... images from Internet Explorer make sure ActiveX has been enabled in order to at least 6-bit color. If you are set to view the streaming video transmitted by the Network Camera. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 55
Please refer to be disabled. The Web Configuration Video section of the Web management allows you will produce dithering artifacts in to the Web Configuration section for improved images such as if it is ... images from Internet Explorer make sure ActiveX has been enabled in order to at least 6-bit color. If you are set to view the streaming video transmitted by the Network Camera. D-Link DCS-942L User Manual 55
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... above, Safari 4 or Google Chrome Networking Protocol IPV4, ARP, TCP, UDP, ICMP DHCP Client NTP Client (D-Link) DNS Client DDNS Client (Dyndns and D-Link) SMTP Client FTP Client HTTP Server PPPoE UPnP Port Forwarding 3GPP (Video only) Bonjour SDRAM • 128 MB FLASH MEMORY • 16 MB RESET BUTTON • Reset to factory....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 Appendix C -
... above, Safari 4 or Google Chrome Networking Protocol IPV4, ARP, TCP, UDP, ICMP DHCP Client NTP Client (D-Link) DNS Client DDNS Client (Dyndns and D-Link) SMTP Client FTP Client HTTP Server PPPoE UPnP Port Forwarding 3GPP (Video only) Bonjour SDRAM • 128 MB FLASH MEMORY • 16 MB RESET BUTTON • Reset to factory....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 Appendix C -
