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...countries. Copyright © 2018 by D-Link Corporation, Inc. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual i Information in this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation, Inc. Manual Overview D-Link reserves the right to revise this document... information. Manual Revisions Revision 1.10 Date January 29, 2019 Description Added the Google Assistant information Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. This publication may become obsolete as our...
...countries. Copyright © 2018 by D-Link Corporation, Inc. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual i Information in this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation, Inc. Manual Overview D-Link reserves the right to revise this document... information. Manual Revisions Revision 1.10 Date January 29, 2019 Description Added the Google Assistant information Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of such revisions or changes. This publication may become obsolete as our...
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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
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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 Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with your reseller.
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If the water sensor is compatible) • Email account (for mydlink service registration) D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 2 Push notifications to your home safe. System Requirements Network Requirements • Broadband Internet connection • A router connected to your mobile device let...router. You can install the probe anywhere and it will blink to check whether your home on the go. Product Overview Introduction The mydlink™ DCH-S161 is a wireless water sensor that helps keep tabs on your device is triggered, a 90 dB alarm will sound and an LED will help ...
If the water sensor is compatible) • Email account (for mydlink service registration) D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 2 Push notifications to your home safe. System Requirements Network Requirements • Broadband Internet connection • A router connected to your mobile device let...router. You can install the probe anywhere and it will blink to check whether your home on the go. Product Overview Introduction The mydlink™ DCH-S161 is a wireless water sensor that helps keep tabs on your device is triggered, a 90 dB alarm will sound and an LED will help ...
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Press to mount the device. 7 Battery Cover Release Tab Press down from the top and pull out the battery cover from sleep mode. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 3 Press to wake up device from here. 8 Water-Sensing Probe Port Where to plug in the location where you would like the sensor ...
Press to mount the device. 7 Battery Cover Release Tab Press down from the top and pull out the battery cover from sleep mode. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 3 Press to wake up device from here. 8 Water-Sensing Probe Port Where to plug in the location where you would like the sensor ...
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Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Note: The Status LED is booting up or has been reset successfully. Updating firmware. The LED will still function normally. The device has lost its Wi-Fi connection. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 4 Section 1 - It will turn off after 20 seconds and enter sleep mode. The device is on the Action Button. Ready for setup. The device is connecting to a Wi-Fi network. Green Red Orange Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Solid Blinking The device has been successfully connected to a Wi-Fi network.
Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Note: The Status LED is booting up or has been reset successfully. Updating firmware. The LED will still function normally. The device has lost its Wi-Fi connection. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 4 Section 1 - It will turn off after 20 seconds and enter sleep mode. The device is on the Action Button. Ready for setup. The device is connecting to a Wi-Fi network. Green Red Orange Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Solid Blinking The device has been successfully connected to a Wi-Fi network.
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D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 5 Beeping will occur for one minute. Product Overview Siren Behavior Action Button Note: Press the Action Button to immediately silence the siren. Siren Beeping every 3 seconds Water detected. Section 1 -
D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 5 Beeping will occur for one minute. Product Overview Siren Behavior Action Button Note: Press the Action Button to immediately silence the siren. Siren Beeping every 3 seconds Water detected. Section 1 -
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Do not submerge the main device in contact with liquids or solvents. Make sure the water sensor is placed in a dry location. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 6 Besides the removal of the battery cover, do not open the device or attempt to clean it . 2. Only the water-sensing probe can ...
Do not submerge the main device in contact with liquids or solvents. Make sure the water sensor is placed in a dry location. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 6 Besides the removal of the battery cover, do not open the device or attempt to clean it . 2. Only the water-sensing probe can ...
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... ranges vary depending on the types of surrounding buildings, foliage, or other nearby objects that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 7 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The mydlink Wi-Fi Water Sensor lets you monitor for water in your home or business area. Materials and...
... ranges vary depending on the types of surrounding buildings, foliage, or other nearby objects that the wireless signals must pass through drywall or open doorways. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 7 Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The mydlink Wi-Fi Water Sensor lets you monitor for water in your home or business area. Materials and...
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... detect the presence of water. 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 Note: You can extend the cable length by using a 3.5 mm (0.125 in) stereo audio extension cable. Step 3 Twist the screws into the wall...
... detect the presence of water. 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 Note: You can extend the cable length by using a 3.5 mm (0.125 in) stereo audio extension cable. Step 3 Twist the screws into the wall...
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Adjust the position as desired. Section 2 - Step 5 Assure that the water sensing probe is plugged in securely to lock it into place. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 9 Installation Step 4 Align the screws with the largest holes on the bottom of the water sensor. Slide the sensor down 4 to the port on the back of main 5 sensor unit.
Adjust the position as desired. Section 2 - Step 5 Assure that the water sensing probe is plugged in securely to lock it into place. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 9 Installation Step 4 Align the screws with the largest holes on the bottom of the water sensor. Slide the sensor down 4 to the port on the back of main 5 sensor unit.
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Insert the two AA batteries and reattach the battery cover. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 10 Installation Installation Powering the Water Sensor Remove the battery cover by gently pressing down on the tab. Section 2 -
Insert the two AA batteries and reattach the battery cover. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 10 Installation Installation Powering the Water Sensor Remove the battery cover by gently pressing down on the tab. Section 2 -
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Note: Please ensure that your existing account. Step 2: Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in your location, select Allow. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 11 Make sure location services are asked about allowing the app to set up your Wi-Fi Water Sensor. Section 2 - Step 1: Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android). Note: If you are turned on in to your device is connected to the internet. Installation mydlink™ App Please follow the instructions below to access your phone's settings.
Note: Please ensure that your existing account. Step 2: Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in your location, select Allow. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 11 Make sure location services are asked about allowing the app to set up your Wi-Fi Water Sensor. Section 2 - Step 1: Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android). Note: If you are turned on in to your device is connected to the internet. Installation mydlink™ App Please follow the instructions below to access your phone's settings.
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...: If you experience issues registering this sensor with the latest features. You will see the LED on the back of the sensor, then press Next. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 12 If you purchased an open box or resold unit, perform a hard reset by pressing the recessed reset button on the top briefly...
...: If you experience issues registering this sensor with the latest features. You will see the LED on the back of the sensor, then press Next. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 12 If you purchased an open box or resold unit, perform a hard reset by pressing the recessed reset button on the top briefly...
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Step 3: Tap on the plus sign icon in order to your water sensor. Step 2: Tap on Set up device. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Installation The Google Assistant Installation Please follow the instructions below to add your Wi-Fi Water Sensor to add a new device. ...
Step 3: Tap on the plus sign icon in order to your water sensor. Step 2: Tap on Set up device. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Installation The Google Assistant Installation Please follow the instructions below to add your Wi-Fi Water Sensor to add a new device. ...
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D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 14 Section 2 - Installation Step 4: Tap on mydlink Smart. Step 5: Search for "mydlink" and tap on "Have something already set up?"
D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 14 Section 2 - Installation Step 4: Tap on mydlink Smart. Step 5: Search for "mydlink" and tap on "Have something already set up?"
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... credentials used for your mydlink account in the mydlink app before you added it to do voice commands. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 15 However, you can edit the name in the Google Home app, but for the sake of consistency please make sure you have ...
... credentials used for your mydlink account in the mydlink app before you added it to do voice commands. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 15 However, you can edit the name in the Google Home app, but for the sake of consistency please make sure you have ...
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Installation Step 8: Tap on the desired room name and tap Next. Step 9: You are now done. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 16 You can adjust individual setings for your water sensor by tapping the water sensor's icon. Section 2 - The water sensor will now be listed as a device in the assigned room.
Installation Step 8: Tap on the desired room name and tap Next. Step 9: You are now done. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 16 You can adjust individual setings for your water sensor by tapping the water sensor's icon. Section 2 - The water sensor will now be listed as a device in the assigned room.
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... sensor directly on the home screen. Note: Screenshots are representative only. The mydlink app is constantly updating and so may appear different. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 17 If you have previously enabled the "Add to shortcut" option while installing a sensor, you will be able to the ...following. In the selected device group page, you will see a quick link to your DCH-S161 by tapping its icon. mydlink Using the mydlink App Controlling Your Sensor After setting up your sensor with a mydlink account in the ...
... sensor directly on the home screen. Note: Screenshots are representative only. The mydlink app is constantly updating and so may appear different. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 17 If you have previously enabled the "Add to shortcut" option while installing a sensor, you will be able to the ...following. In the selected device group page, you will see a quick link to your DCH-S161 by tapping its icon. mydlink Using the mydlink App Controlling Your Sensor After setting up your sensor with a mydlink account in the ...
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mydlink Sensor The Sensor page contains options for you wish to configure, tap the button in the bottom-left corner to enter the Device page. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 18 Section 3 - In the sensor control page, after you have selected the specific sensor you to indicate that the siren is remaining. The icon will illuminate to control your sensor. The icon will tell you would like to turn it off. Tap to control from the carousel menu. Tap the sensor you approximately how much battery is sounding.
mydlink Sensor The Sensor page contains options for you wish to configure, tap the button in the bottom-left corner to enter the Device page. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 18 Section 3 - In the sensor control page, after you have selected the specific sensor you to indicate that the siren is remaining. The icon will illuminate to control your sensor. The icon will tell you would like to turn it off. Tap to control from the carousel menu. Tap the sensor you approximately how much battery is sounding.