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... instructions. Remove the battery cover by gently pressing down on the back of the DCH-S161. If you plan on connecting the DCH-S161 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...
... instructions. Remove the battery cover by gently pressing down on the back of the DCH-S161. If you plan on connecting the DCH-S161 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...
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... network. Reset the water sensor by pressing the Reset button using a paperclip and try setting the water sensor up or has been reset successfully. D-Link and the D-Link logo are subject to register for mydlink service) • The mydlink™ app is available for initial setup). 2) How do if my water .... The device lost its subsidiaries. Please refer to the mobile app's store page to turn off the siren. Wi-Fi Water Sensor Quick Start Guide DCH-S161 Press the Action Button once to check whether your water sensor is on the packaging. Device Information...
... network. Reset the water sensor by pressing the Reset button using a paperclip and try setting the water sensor up or has been reset successfully. D-Link and the D-Link logo are subject to register for mydlink service) • The mydlink™ app is available for initial setup). 2) How do if my water .... The device lost its subsidiaries. Please refer to the mobile app's store page to turn off the siren. Wi-Fi Water Sensor Quick Start Guide DCH-S161 Press the Action Button once to check whether your water sensor is on the packaging. Device Information...
User Manual
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DCH-S161 Wi-Fi Water Sensor User Manual January 29, 2019 Hardware: A1 Manual Version: 1.10
DCH-S161 Wi-Fi Water Sensor User Manual January 29, 2019 Hardware: A1 Manual Version: 1.10
User Manual
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... United States or other countries. Information in this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation, Inc. All rights reserved. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual i Please refer to the www.mydlink.com website for the most current information. This publication may become obsolete as our...
... United States or other countries. Information in this publication and to make changes in the content hereof without prior expressed written permission from D-Link Corporation, Inc. All rights reserved. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual i Please refer to the www.mydlink.com website for the most current information. 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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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. Section 1 - D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 1 Note: Using a power supply with a different voltage rating than the one included with your reseller.
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. Section 1 - 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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... the probe anywhere and it will blink to your broadband modem • An 802.11n/g Wi-Fi enabled router. Product Overview Introduction The mydlink™ DCH-S161 is compatible) • Email account (for mydlink service registration) D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 2 Section 1 -
... the probe anywhere and it will blink to your broadband modem • An 802.11n/g Wi-Fi enabled router. Product Overview Introduction The mydlink™ DCH-S161 is compatible) • Email account (for mydlink service registration) D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 2 Section 1 -
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... order to mount the device. 7 Battery Cover Release Tab Press down quickly with a paperclip to reset the device to wake up device from sleep mode. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 3 Section 1 - The LED will flash red once. 4 Siren Speaker for the water-sensing probe. Press to complete WPS pairing. Product Overview Hardware Overview...
... order to mount the device. 7 Battery Cover Release Tab Press down quickly with a paperclip to reset the device to wake up device from sleep mode. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 3 Section 1 - The LED will flash red once. 4 Siren Speaker for the water-sensing probe. Press to complete WPS pairing. Product Overview Hardware Overview...
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Green Red Orange Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Solid Blinking The device has been successfully connected to a Wi-Fi network. The device is connecting to a Wi-Fi network. The device is on the Action Button. It will turn off after 20 seconds and enter sleep mode. Updating firmware. The device has lost its Wi-Fi connection. Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Note: The Status LED is booting up or has been reset successfully. The LED will still function normally. Ready for setup. Section 1 - D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 4
Green Red Orange Solid Blinking Solid Blinking Solid Blinking The device has been successfully connected to a Wi-Fi network. The device is connecting to a Wi-Fi network. The device is on the Action Button. It will turn off after 20 seconds and enter sleep mode. Updating firmware. The device has lost its Wi-Fi connection. Product Overview LED Behavior Status LED Note: The Status LED is booting up or has been reset successfully. The LED will still function normally. Ready for setup. Section 1 - D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 4
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D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 5 Section 1 - 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.
D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 5 Section 1 - 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.
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... that has a consistent and adequate Wi-Fi signal. Make sure the water sensor is placed in a dry location. Insert batteries before using your water sensor: 1. 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. Section 2 - Before you Begin Plan the...
... that has a consistent and adequate Wi-Fi signal. Make sure the water sensor is placed in a dry location. Insert batteries before using your water sensor: 1. 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. Section 2 - Before you Begin Plan the...
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Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The mydlink Wi-Fi Water Sensor lets you monitor for water in your home or business area. Keep your wireless signal. 3. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 7 Building materials make a difference. If placing a camera indoors, try to 6 feet) from virtually anywhere. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the ...
Installation Wireless Installation Considerations The mydlink Wi-Fi Water Sensor lets you monitor for water in your home or business area. Keep your wireless signal. 3. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 7 Building materials make a difference. If placing a camera indoors, try to 6 feet) from virtually anywhere. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may limit the ...
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... to support the screws first. 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
... to support the screws first. 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
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Step 5 Assure that the water sensing probe is plugged in securely to lock it into place. Adjust the position as desired. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 9 Section 2 - Slide the sensor down 4 to the port on the back of main 5 sensor unit. Installation Step 4 Align the screws with the largest holes on the bottom of the water sensor.
Step 5 Assure that the water sensing probe is plugged in securely to lock it into place. Adjust the position as desired. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 9 Section 2 - Slide the sensor down 4 to the port on the back of main 5 sensor unit. Installation Step 4 Align the screws with the largest holes on the bottom of the water sensor.
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D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 10 Insert the two AA batteries and reattach the battery cover. Section 2 - Installation Installation Powering the Water Sensor Remove the battery cover by gently pressing down on the tab.
D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 10 Insert the two AA batteries and reattach the battery cover. Section 2 - Installation Installation Powering the Water Sensor Remove the battery cover by gently pressing down on the tab.
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Installation mydlink™ App Please follow the instructions below to your existing account. Step 1: Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android). Make sure location services are asked about allowing the app to the internet. Note: If you are turned on in to set up your location, select Allow. Section 2 - Step 2: Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in your device is connected to access your Wi-Fi Water Sensor. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 11 Note: Please ensure that your phone's settings.
Installation mydlink™ App Please follow the instructions below to your existing account. Step 1: Download the mydlink app from the App Store (iOS) or Google Play (Android). Make sure location services are asked about allowing the app to the internet. Note: If you are turned on in to set up your location, select Allow. Section 2 - Step 2: Launch the mydlink app and create a new account or sign in your device is connected to access your Wi-Fi Water Sensor. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 11 Note: Please ensure that your phone's settings.
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...-Upgrade function for the latest firmware updates to keep your Wi-Fi Water Sensor is powered on the back of the sensor, then press Next. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 12 You will see the LED on the top briefly while the device is now ready to date with your mydlink account, or..., select Add New Device and follow the on-screen instructions to connect to follow the on your sensor. Section 2 - If you selected No: Select the DCH-S161 sensor from the list, then press Next. Wi-Fi needs to be enabled on -screen instructions.
...-Upgrade function for the latest firmware updates to keep your Wi-Fi Water Sensor is powered on the back of the sensor, then press Next. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 12 You will see the LED on the top briefly while the device is now ready to date with your mydlink account, or..., select Add New Device and follow the on-screen instructions to connect to follow the on your sensor. Section 2 - If you selected No: Select the DCH-S161 sensor from the list, then press Next. Wi-Fi needs to be enabled on -screen instructions.
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... device is connected to the internet and is consistently being updated and screenshots are subject to add a new device. Step 2: Tap on Set up device. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Note: The app is connected to your water sensor. Step 3: Tap on the plus sign icon in order to change. Installation...
... device is connected to the internet and is consistently being updated and screenshots are subject to add a new device. Step 2: Tap on Set up device. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 13 Section 2 - Note: The app is connected to your water sensor. Step 3: Tap on the plus sign icon in order to change. Installation...
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Step 5: Search for "mydlink" and tap on "Have something already set up?" Section 2 - D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 14 Installation Step 4: Tap on mydlink Smart.
Step 5: Search for "mydlink" and tap on "Have something already set up?" Section 2 - D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 14 Installation Step 4: Tap on mydlink Smart.
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... name that the Google Assistant will come from how you named it when you added it to your Google Assistant. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 15 Installation Step 6: Sign in with your D-Link account credentials used for your water sensor will announce in the mydlink app before you must say to your Google Assistant...
... name that the Google Assistant will come from how you named it when you added it to your Google Assistant. D-Link DCH-S161 User Manual 15 Installation Step 6: Sign in with your D-Link account credentials used for your water sensor will announce in the mydlink app before you must say to your Google Assistant...