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... changes in this publication and to the www.mydlink.com website for the most current information. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date May 2, 2011 Description DCS-940L Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries.
... changes in this publication and to the www.mydlink.com website for the most current information. Manual Revisions Revision 1.0 Date May 2, 2011 Description DCS-940L Revision A1 with firmware version 1.00 Trademarks D-Link and the D-Link logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States or other countries.
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... 32 FTP 33 Time Schedule 34 Time and Date 35 Maintenance 36 Admin 36 System 37 Firmware Upgrade 38 Device Info 39 Active User 40 D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 3
... 32 FTP 33 Time Schedule 34 Time and Date 35 Maintenance 36 Admin 36 System 37 Firmware Upgrade 38 Device Info 39 Active User 40 D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 3
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Table of Contents Wireless Security 41 What is WEP 41 What is WPA 42 Configuring the DCS-940L with a Router 43 Troubleshooting 49 Wireless Basics 52 Wireless Modes 56 Networking Basics 57 Check your IP address 57 Statically Assign an IP Address 58 Technical Specifications 59 Contacting Technical Support 61 Warranty 62 Registration 69 D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 4
Table of Contents Wireless Security 41 What is WEP 41 What is WPA 42 Configuring the DCS-940L with a Router 43 Troubleshooting 49 Wireless Basics 52 Wireless Modes 56 Networking Basics 57 Check your IP address 57 Statically Assign an IP Address 58 Technical Specifications 59 Contacting Technical Support 61 Warranty 62 Registration 69 D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 4
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Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtvenietws • DCS-940L Wireless N H.264 Network Camera • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • Power Adapter • Manual and Software on CD • Quick Install Guide • Mounting Kit Note: ... • PC with your reseller. Section 1 - at least 128MB RAM • Internet Explorer 6 • Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n wireless network D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 5
Product Overview PPraocdkuacgteOCvoenrtvenietws • DCS-940L Wireless N H.264 Network Camera • CAT5 Ethernet Cable • Power Adapter • Manual and Software on CD • Quick Install Guide • Mounting Kit Note: ... • PC with your reseller. Section 1 - at least 128MB RAM • Internet Explorer 6 • Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n wireless network D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 5
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... images for a complete and costeffective home security solution. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 6 The DCS-940L is a complete system with your small office or home. The DCS-940L can be accessed remotely, and controlled from any PC/Notebook over your purchase of the DCS-940L Wireless N H.264 Network Camera. Section 1 - The DCS-940L also comes with remote monitoring and motion detection...
... images for a complete and costeffective home security solution. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 6 The DCS-940L is a complete system with your small office or home. The DCS-940L can be accessed remotely, and controlled from any PC/Notebook over your purchase of the DCS-940L Wireless N H.264 Network Camera. Section 1 - The DCS-940L also comes with remote monitoring and motion detection...
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...networking, HTTP, and other Internet/Intranet applications because of homes, offices, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 7 Supports a Variety of Applications With today's high-speed Internet services, the Network Camera can configure and manage the ... related protocols. Many applications exist, including industrial and public monitoring of its own Web page via Intranet or Internet. The DCS-940L works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired environments, and works with a...
...networking, HTTP, and other Internet/Intranet applications because of homes, offices, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 7 Supports a Variety of Applications With today's high-speed Internet services, the Network Camera can configure and manage the ... related protocols. Many applications exist, including industrial and public monitoring of its own Web page via Intranet or Internet. The DCS-940L 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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Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Camera Lens Microphone D-Link DCS-940L User Manual Power and Link LED 8
Section 1 - Product Overview Hardware Overview Front View Camera Lens Microphone D-Link DCS-940L User Manual Power and Link LED 8
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Section 1 - Product Overview WPS LED WPS Button Rear View Power Receptor Reset Camera Stand D-Link DCS-940L User Manual Ethernet Port Audio Out 9
Section 1 - Product Overview WPS LED WPS Button Rear View Power Receptor Reset Camera Stand D-Link DCS-940L User Manual Ethernet Port Audio Out 9
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Installation Installation Hardware Installation Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the bottom panel of the DCS-940L and connect it to the power receptor located on the DCS-940L is illuminated. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 10 Power is confirmed when the green LED Power indicator located below the lens on the rear back panel of the DCS-940L and attach it to your wall outlet or power strip. Attach the External Power Supply Attach the external power supply to the network. Section 2 -
Installation Installation Hardware Installation Connect the Ethernet Cable Connect the included Ethernet cable to the network cable connector located on the bottom panel of the DCS-940L and connect it to the power receptor located on the DCS-940L is illuminated. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 10 Power is confirmed when the green LED Power indicator located below the lens on the rear back panel of the DCS-940L and attach it to your wall outlet or power strip. Attach the External Power Supply Attach the external power supply to the network. Section 2 -
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... in your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 11 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. Be aware of your ... the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of walls, ceilings, or other network devices (such as possible. 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.
... in your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from electrical devices or appliances that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 11 The key to maximizing wireless range is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at an angle) for better reception. 3. Be aware of your ... the signal passes through a wall or ceiling (instead of walls, ceilings, or other network devices (such as possible. 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.
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Installation Camera Installation Wizard Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer's optical drive to configuring your hardware to start the autorun program. The CD-ROM will guide you through the installation process from connecting your camera. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 12 Simply click Start to go through the Installation Wizard, which will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Section 2 -
Installation Camera Installation Wizard Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer's optical drive to configuring your hardware to start the autorun program. The CD-ROM will guide you through the installation process from connecting your camera. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 12 Simply click Start to go through the Installation Wizard, which will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Section 2 -
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...Step 2 Press the WPS button on the back of your camera will blink. The blue WPS status LED above the button will reboot. The DCS-940L will automatically create a wireless connection to your router's User Manual. Push Button Setup Alternatively, you may need to log in to the web ... The WPS button is on the front or side of the camera. While connecting, the green LED will flash and your router. WPS Button D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 13 Section 2 - If you may automatically connect to activate the WPS feature. On some routers, you are not sure where the WPS...
...Step 2 Press the WPS button on the back of your camera will blink. The blue WPS status LED above the button will reboot. The DCS-940L will automatically create a wireless connection to your router's User Manual. Push Button Setup Alternatively, you may need to log in to the web ... The WPS button is on the front or side of the camera. While connecting, the green LED will flash and your router. WPS Button D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 13 Section 2 - If you may automatically connect to activate the WPS feature. On some routers, you are not sure where the WPS...
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You will be able to remotely access your mydlink account, you will see a screen similar to your camera from the www.mydlink.com website. After signing in the Camera Installation Wizard. mydlink Portal mydlink Portal After registering your DCS-940L camera with a mydlink account in to the following: D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 14 Section 3 -
You will be able to remotely access your mydlink account, you will see a screen similar to your camera from the www.mydlink.com website. After signing in the Camera Installation Wizard. mydlink Portal mydlink Portal After registering your DCS-940L camera with a mydlink account in to the following: D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 14 Section 3 -
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... camera password to access your camera is online and ready to make sure that your cameras. A red x indicates that the LED on your camera again. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 15 Section 3 - A yellow exclamation point indicates that your camera is offline and currently cannot be one of your camera is online, but the...
... camera password to access your camera is online and ready to make sure that your cameras. A red x indicates that the LED on your camera again. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 15 Section 3 - A yellow exclamation point indicates that your camera is offline and currently cannot be one of your camera is online, but the...
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If the camera is available, a Live Video feed will be selected by default. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 16 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-940L User Manual 16 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 -
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D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 17 To open your camera's configuration interface. Section 3 - mydlink Portal Camera Settings The Camera Settings tab allows you to access your camera's configuration interface, click Camera web page and enter the password exactly as listed on the Camera Settings page.
D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 17 To open your camera's configuration interface. Section 3 - mydlink Portal Camera Settings The Camera Settings tab allows you to access your camera's configuration interface, click Camera web page and enter the password exactly as listed on the Camera Settings page.
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Model Name: Displays the model name of your device. activated On: Support: This section provides you with links to various support websites and downloads related to mydlink. Section 3 - mydlink Portal Camera Info The Camera Info tab shows you can give to your device ....: Displays the mydlink number of your device. Device Name: The Device Name is a unique name that your device was added to your camera's configuration interface. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 18
Model Name: Displays the model name of your device. activated On: Support: This section provides you with links to various support websites and downloads related to mydlink. Section 3 - mydlink Portal Camera Info The Camera Info tab shows you can give to your device ....: Displays the mydlink number of your device. Device Name: The Device Name is a unique name that your device was added to your camera's configuration interface. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 18
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To log in, use your DCS-940L. Note: If you are directly connecting your PC to the camera, or if you are ready to use the User name admin and the password ... To Camera, or enter the IP address of your password, click OK. After entering your camera into a web browser, such as Internet Explorer®. Section 4 - D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 19 If you created in Web configuration utility is 192.168.0.20. The camera's built-in the Installation Wizard. Configuration Configuration Using the...
To log in, use your DCS-940L. Note: If you are directly connecting your PC to the camera, or if you are ready to use the User name admin and the password ... To Camera, or enter the IP address of your password, click OK. After entering your camera into a web browser, such as Internet Explorer®. Section 4 - D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 19 If you created in Web configuration utility is 192.168.0.20. The camera's built-in the Installation Wizard. Configuration Configuration Using the...
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Configuration When you connect to the home page of your camera, you will be prompted to download ActiveX. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 20 Section 4 -
Configuration When you connect to the home page of your camera, you will be prompted to download ActiveX. D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 20 Section 4 -
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... address Subnet Mask: The default value is the same subnet. Secondary DNS: Secondary domain name server to determine if the destination is "255.255.255.0." D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 21 Configuration Network Setup This section allows you have a DHCP server running on the router. Default Gateway: The gateway used to forward frames...
... address Subnet Mask: The default value is the same subnet. Secondary DNS: Secondary domain name server to determine if the destination is "255.255.255.0." D-Link DCS-940L User Manual 21 Configuration Network Setup This section allows you have a DHCP server running on the router. Default Gateway: The gateway used to forward frames...