Quick Install Guide
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... using your water sensor. Continue to follow the onscreen instructions to . Continue to start the setup wizard. Tap Yes to the bottom of the DCH-S161. Note: This product is connected Connect the sensor cable to scan the setup code on the tab. OR Model: DCH-S161 SN: LLPP1XXXXX Wi-Fi Name(SSID): DCH-S161-XXXX Wi-Fi Password: XXXXXXX PIN Code: XXXXXX mydlink No.: XXXXXXX Scan the QR code above to download...
... using your water sensor. Continue to follow the onscreen instructions to . Continue to start the setup wizard. Tap Yes to the bottom of the DCH-S161. Note: This product is connected Connect the sensor cable to scan the setup code on the tab. OR Model: DCH-S161 SN: LLPP1XXXXX Wi-Fi Name(SSID): DCH-S161-XXXX Wi-Fi Password: XXXXXXX PIN Code: XXXXXX mydlink No.: XXXXXXX Scan the QR code above to download...
Quick Install Guide
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... Water Sensor Quick Start Guide DCH-S161 The LED will sound again. Please refer to the mobile app's store page to check whether your device is connecting to register for mydlink service) • The mydlink™ app is not working . • your router's wireless is turned on. • the AA batteries are registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its Wi-Fi connection. The device...
... Water Sensor Quick Start Guide DCH-S161 The LED will sound again. Please refer to the mobile app's store page to check whether your device is connecting to register for mydlink service) • The mydlink™ app is not working . • your router's wireless is turned on. • the AA batteries are registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its Wi-Fi connection. The device...
User Manual
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview 1 Package Contents 1 Introduction 2 System Requirements 2 Hardware Overview 3 LED Behavior 4 Siren Behavior 5 Safety 6 Before you Begin 6 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Technical Specifications 22 Regulatory Information 23 Getting Started 8 Mounting the Water Sensor 8 Installation 10 Powering The Water Sensor 10 mydlink™ App 11 The Google Assistant Installation 13 Using the mydlink App 17 Controlling Your Sensor 17 Sensor 18 Firmware Upgrade 20 Troubleshooting 21 D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual ii
Table of Contents Table of Contents Product Overview 1 Package Contents 1 Introduction 2 System Requirements 2 Hardware Overview 3 LED Behavior 4 Siren Behavior 5 Safety 6 Before you Begin 6 Wireless Installation Considerations 7 Technical Specifications 22 Regulatory Information 23 Getting Started 8 Mounting the Water Sensor 8 Installation 10 Powering The Water Sensor 10 mydlink™ App 11 The Google Assistant Installation 13 Using the mydlink App 17 Controlling Your Sensor 17 Sensor 18 Firmware Upgrade 20 Troubleshooting 21 D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual ii
User Manual
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Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with your reseller. Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DCH-S161 Wi-Fi Water Sensor Water-sensing probe 2 x AA batteries Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your product will cause damage and void the warranty. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 1
Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with your reseller. Section 1 - Product Overview Product Overview Package Contents DCH-S161 Wi-Fi Water Sensor Water-sensing probe 2 x AA batteries Quick Installation Guide If any of the above items are missing, please contact your product will cause damage and void the warranty. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 1
User Manual
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... Internet connection • A router connected to your home safe. Product Overview Introduction The mydlink™ DCH-S161 is a wireless water sensor that helps keep tabs on your broadband modem • An 802.11n/g Wi-Fi enabled router. Push notifications to your home on the go. If the water sensor is compatible) • Email account (for mydlink service registration) D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 2
... Internet connection • A router connected to your home safe. Product Overview Introduction The mydlink™ DCH-S161 is a wireless water sensor that helps keep tabs on your broadband modem • An 802.11n/g Wi-Fi enabled router. Push notifications to your home on the go. If the water sensor is compatible) • Email account (for mydlink service registration) D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 2
User Manual
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... Probe Port Where to plug in the cable for the water-sensing probe. See LED Behavior on page 4. 3 Reset Button Press this button to factory default settings. Section 1 - Press to detect water. 2 Action Button / LED Press this recessed button down from the top and pull out the battery cover from sleep mode. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 3 The LED will flash red once. 4 Siren Speaker for the 90 decibel siren. 5 Battery Compartment...
... Probe Port Where to plug in the cable for the water-sensing probe. See LED Behavior on page 4. 3 Reset Button Press this button to factory default settings. Section 1 - Press to detect water. 2 Action Button / LED Press this recessed button down from the top and pull out the battery cover from sleep mode. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 3 The LED will flash red once. 4 Siren Speaker for the 90 decibel siren. 5 Battery Compartment...
User Manual
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Updating firmware. Section 1 - The device is on the Action Button. It will turn off after 20 seconds and enter sleep mode. The device has lost its Wi-Fi connection. Ready for setup. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 4 Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Note: The Status LED is connecting to a Wi-Fi network. The LED will still function normally. The device is booting up or has been reset successfully. Green Red Orange Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Solid Blinking The device has been successfully connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Updating firmware. Section 1 - The device is on the Action Button. It will turn off after 20 seconds and enter sleep mode. The device has lost its Wi-Fi connection. Ready for setup. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 4 Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Note: The Status LED is connecting to a Wi-Fi network. The LED will still function normally. The device is booting up or has been reset successfully. Green Red Orange Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Solid Blinking The device has been successfully connected to a Wi-Fi network.
User Manual
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... of the safety and operating instructions before mounting. 2. Only the water-sensing probe can be in liquid or attempt to repair or service it with water. 3. Only place the main device in a location that has a consistent and adequate Wi-Fi signal. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 6 Insert batteries before using your water sensor: 1. Installation Safety Please read all of the battery cover, do not open...
... of the safety and operating instructions before mounting. 2. Only the water-sensing probe can be in liquid or attempt to repair or service it with water. 3. Only place the main device in a location that has a consistent and adequate Wi-Fi signal. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 6 Insert batteries before using your water sensor: 1. Installation Safety Please read all of the battery cover, do not open...
User Manual
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... studs may limit the range. If placing a camera indoors, try to 6 feet) from virtually anywhere. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The mydlink Wi-Fi Water Sensor lets you monitor for water in various locations from electrical devices or appliances that the number, thickness and location of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in mind that generate RF noise. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 7
... studs may limit the range. If placing a camera indoors, try to 6 feet) from virtually anywhere. Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The mydlink Wi-Fi Water Sensor lets you monitor for water in various locations from electrical devices or appliances that the number, thickness and location of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in mind that generate RF noise. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 7
User Manual
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...: You can extend the cable length by using a 3.5 mm (0.125 in) stereo audio extension cable. For a plaster, drywall, or 2 concrete wall, insert plastic anchors to leave enough clearance between the screw head and the wall. 3 D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 8 Step 3 Twist the screws into the wall or anchors, making sure to support the screws first. Installation Getting Started To mount your water on...
...: You can extend the cable length by using a 3.5 mm (0.125 in) stereo audio extension cable. For a plaster, drywall, or 2 concrete wall, insert plastic anchors to leave enough clearance between the screw head and the wall. 3 D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 8 Step 3 Twist the screws into the wall or anchors, making sure to support the screws first. Installation Getting Started To mount your water on...
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Note: If you are turned on in to set up your existing account. Step 1: Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android). Section 2 - Note: Please ensure that your device is connected to access your phone's settings. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 11 Make sure location services are asked about allowing the app to the internet. Step 2: Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in your location, select Allow. Installation mydlink™ App Please follow the instructions below to your Wi-Fi Water Sensor.
Note: If you are turned on in to set up your existing account. Step 1: Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android). Section 2 - Note: Please ensure that your device is connected to access your phone's settings. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 11 Make sure location services are asked about allowing the app to the internet. Step 2: Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in your location, select Allow. Installation mydlink™ App Please follow the instructions below to your Wi-Fi Water Sensor.
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... sensor with the latest features. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 12 Step 4: When you selected No: Select the DCH-S161 sensor from the list, then press Next. If you are asked to use! Installation Step 3: After logging in, tap the Menu icon in the top-left corner, select Add New Device and follow the on the action button flash red once to follow the on...
... sensor with the latest features. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 12 Step 4: When you selected No: Select the DCH-S161 sensor from the list, then press Next. If you are asked to use! Installation Step 3: After logging in, tap the Menu icon in the top-left corner, select Add New Device and follow the on the action button flash red once to follow the on...
User Manual
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... connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your water sensor. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 13 Note: Please ensure that your Google Assistant. Installation The Google Assistant Installation Please follow the instructions below to add your Wi-Fi Water Sensor to your device is connected to the internet and is consistently being updated and screenshots are subject to add a new device. Step 1: Download...
... connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your water sensor. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 13 Note: Please ensure that your Google Assistant. Installation The Google Assistant Installation Please follow the instructions below to add your Wi-Fi Water Sensor to your device is connected to the internet and is consistently being updated and screenshots are subject to add a new device. Step 1: Download...
User Manual
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... app before you added it to your D-Link account credentials used for the sake of consistency please make sure you have the desired name in the mydlink app's setup process. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 15 This is the name that your Google Assistant will display for your water sensor will announce in audio alerts, as well as what you...
... app before you added it to your D-Link account credentials used for the sake of consistency please make sure you have the desired name in the mydlink app's setup process. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 15 This is the name that your Google Assistant will display for your water sensor will announce in audio alerts, as well as what you...
User Manual
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... constantly updating and so may appear different. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 17 You can select the specific sensor in to your sensor settings through the app. Note: Screenshots are representative only. After signing in the carousel by tapping the Menu icon in the mydlink app, you will be able to remotely access your mydlink account, you will see a quick link to...
... constantly updating and so may appear different. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 17 You can select the specific sensor in to your sensor settings through the app. Note: Screenshots are representative only. After signing in the carousel by tapping the Menu icon in the mydlink app, you will be able to remotely access your mydlink account, you will see a quick link to...
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The device must be factory reset and setup again in order to 5 6 5 Upgrade Time enter the firmware upgrade settings. Tap to choose a different Wi-Fi network. Shows time of this device. 2 Device Name Tap to change the device's name. 2 3 Device Location Tap to change or add a new location for this device from your sensor. 1 D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 1 Device Photo Tap to add a customized photo of auto firmware upgrade. Section 3 - Usage...
The device must be factory reset and setup again in order to 5 6 5 Upgrade Time enter the firmware upgrade settings. Tap to choose a different Wi-Fi network. Shows time of this device. 2 Device Name Tap to change the device's name. 2 3 Device Location Tap to change or add a new location for this device from your sensor. 1 D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 1 Device Photo Tap to add a customized photo of auto firmware upgrade. Section 3 - Usage...
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Section 3 - Note: It's recommended you enable Auto-Upgrade to make sure you have the 1 most up-to-date security updates. 2 2 Upgrade Time Tap to change the time for a specific device in this section. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 20 Tap to be downloaded and installed. 3 3 Upgrade Reminder Tap an option below if you want to enable/disable automatic Over-The-Air 1 Auto-Upgrade firmware updates. Usage Firmware Upgrade You can update the firmware for automatic firmware updates to be notified of an upcoming automatic firmware update.
Section 3 - Note: It's recommended you enable Auto-Upgrade to make sure you have the 1 most up-to-date security updates. 2 2 Upgrade Time Tap to change the time for a specific device in this section. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 20 Tap to be downloaded and installed. 3 3 Upgrade Reminder Tap an option below if you want to enable/disable automatic Over-The-Air 1 Auto-Upgrade firmware updates. Usage Firmware Upgrade You can update the firmware for automatic firmware updates to be notified of an upcoming automatic firmware update.
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.... 3. In order to the mydlink app? D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 21 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 1. Note: You can update your existing devices will show up for a new mydlink account when transferring to see your sensor with a mydlink account. Do I access my sensor remotely through the Internet using your existing mydlink account and all your device's firmware using the free mydlink app. 2. You can I have to...
.... 3. In order to the mydlink app? D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 21 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 1. Note: You can update your existing devices will show up for a new mydlink account when transferring to see your sensor with a mydlink account. Do I access my sensor remotely through the Internet using your existing mydlink account and all your device's firmware using the free mydlink app. 2. You can I have to...
User Manual
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... may cause undesired operation. Operation is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 23 Note The country code selection is connected. -- These limits are designed to radio communications. For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in conjunction with the limits for help. Connect the equipment...
... may cause undesired operation. Operation is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a residential installation. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 23 Note The country code selection is connected. -- These limits are designed to radio communications. For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in conjunction with the limits for help. Connect the equipment...
Datasheet
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... other connected home devices whenever the DCH-S161 detects water. You can install the probe anywhere and it will blink to Set Up The DCH-S161 can be set up to 1.5 years on the water sensor. Access Anywhere Using the Mobile App When water is triggered, a 90 dB alarm will sound and an LED will help you detect water leaks before it turns into...
... other connected home devices whenever the DCH-S161 detects water. You can install the probe anywhere and it will blink to Set Up The DCH-S161 can be set up to 1.5 years on the water sensor. Access Anywhere Using the Mobile App When water is triggered, a 90 dB alarm will sound and an LED will help you detect water leaks before it turns into...