D-Link DCS-936L User manual

Version 1.00 | June 28, 2016
User Manual
HD Wi-Fi Camera
DCS-936L

Manual Overview
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3D-Link DCS-936L User Manual
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Overview.............................................................. 4
Package Contents......................................................................... 4
System Requirements................................................................. 4
Introduction ................................................................................... 5
Features............................................................................................ 6
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 7
Wireless Installation Considerations...................................... 9
Installation .......................................................................10
mydlink Lite App.........................................................................10
Zero Conguration Setup........................................................11
Placing Your Camera..................................................................12
Mounting the Camera...............................................................13
mydlink...........................................................................................15
Conguration...................................................................16
Accessing the Web Conguration Utility ...........................16
Live Video ......................................................................................17
Setup...............................................................................................19
Wizard.....................................................................................19
Network..................................................................................27
Wireless Setup......................................................................29
Dynamic DNS ......................................................................30
Image Setup .........................................................................31
Audio and Video..................................................................32
Time and Date......................................................................34
Video Clip ..............................................................................35
Snapshot................................................................................36
IP Filter....................................................................................37
HTTPS Setup.........................................................................38
SD Recording........................................................................39
Motion Detection ...............................................................41
Sound Detection.................................................................42
SD Management .................................................................43
Maintenance ................................................................................44
Admin .....................................................................................44
System ....................................................................................45
Firmware Upgrade..............................................................46
Status ..............................................................................................47
Device Info ............................................................................47
Log ...........................................................................................48
Troubleshooting ..............................................................49
Technical Specications..................................................50
Contacting Technical Support ........................................52
Warranty...........................................................................53
Registration .....................................................................59

4D-Link DCS-936L User Manual
Section 1 - Product Overview
• DCS-936L HD Wi-Fi Camera
• Power Adapter
• Mounting Kit
• Quick Install Guide
System Requirements
Product Overview
Package Contents
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent voltage than the one included with your product will cause
damage and void the warranty for this product.
Mobile Device (to use mydlink Lite app)
• iPhone, iPad, Android smartphone or tablet, or Windows Phone
(Refer to the mobile app’s store page to see if your device is compatible)
Network Device and Service
• A wireless router (802.11n/g) with Internet service
• An e-mail account (required to create a mydlink® account)
• Internet Explorer 8 and above, Safari 5 and above, Firefox, and Chrome

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
The HDWi-Fi Camera (DCS-936L) provides crisp HD 720p video, making it easy and convenient to watch over your home no matter
where you are. Place it anywhere and stay informed with automatic push alert notications whenever sound or motion is detected.
The DCS-936L is a standalone surveillance camera that requires no special hardware or software, and can run independently even
without a PC. 16 feet of night vision allows you to see in total darkness and with the microSDXC card slot you can record video
footage up to 128 GB directly from the camera so you never miss a moment. Stream live HD 720p video to your smartphone or
tablet with the mydlink app for remote monitoring.
Easy to Setup, Even Easier to Use
The HD Wi-Fi Camera features a Wi-Fi signal locator LED which helps you determine optimum Wi-Fi connection when deciding
where to place your camera. Once set up, the DCS-936L delivers the condence of HD 720p video clarity, ensuring rich detail and
crisp image quality for your surveillance streaming and recording. Record footage directly to a microSDXC card for hassle-free
recording and playback3or easily add a mydlink Camera Recorder (DNR-202L) to locally record up to 4 D-Link Wi-Fi Cameras for
a scalable alternative for recording and storing video.
Convenient Access Anytime, Anywhere with mydlink®
Access your camera through the free mydlink mobile app or website to view and manage your camera through your tablet, mobile
phone, laptop or desktop, no matter where you are.

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Features
Premium Resolution and Visibility
• 120oField of View for wider camera coverage1
• HD 720p resolution image quality
• 1 Megapixel progressive CMOS sensor
• See up to 16 feet in complete darkness with built-in IR LEDs
• Supports H.264/MJPEG video codecs
• 4x digital zoom for close-up viewing
Security
• Sound and motion detection with e-mail/push alert notications
• microSDXC card slot for local recording continuously, based on event triggers or according to a schedule2
• Built-in microphone
Ease of Use
• WPS support for easy wireless connection
• Wi-Fi signal locator LED guides you to the best placement for your camera
• Mobile app enabled setup
Convenient Control with mydlink Support
• mydlink app support for iPhone, iPad, Android devices and Windows phones
• mydlink.com web portal for easy viewing and management
1Field of view based on diagonal (D) measurements
2A microSDXC Class 6 card or above is recommended (not included). Supports card capacities up to 128GB.
3Use of audio or video equipment for recording the image or audio of a person without their knowledge and consent is prohibited in certain states or jurisdictions.The end-user assumes all liability for compliance with applicable
state, local and federal laws.

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Hardware Overview
Front View
1 Wireless Signal Strength LED LED will indicate the signal strength to your wireless network. Refer to Placing Your Camera
on page 12.
2 Microphone Records audio from the surrounding area.
3 Camera Lens Records video of the surrounding area.
4Light Sensor The IR-Cut Removable sensor monitors lighting conditions and switches between color and
infrared accordingly.
5 Camera Stand Use as a camera stand or a mounting bracket.
6 IR (Infrared) LEDs Used to illuminate the camera's eld of view at night.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Back View
1 Power Connector Connects to the included 5 V DC power adapter (micro-USB connector).
2 WPS Button Press this button, then press the WPS button on your router to set up a secure wireless connection
automatically.
3 microSD Slot Insert a microSD card (not included) to store video les directly to the camera.
4 Reset Button Press and hold this button for 10 seconds to reset the camera back to the factory default settings.
5 Power LED
Blinking Orange The camera is ready but not connected to a wireless network.
Solid Green The camera has successfully connected to a wireless network.
Blinking Green The WPS process is in progress.
Blinking Red LED will blink during the reset process.
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Wireless Installation Considerations
The DCS-936L lets you access your network using a wireless connection from anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network.
However, the number, thickness and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals must pass through, may limit the range.
Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your home or business.The key to maximizing
wireless range is to follow these basic guidelines:
1. Minimize the number of walls and ceilings between your adapter and other network devices (such as your Network Camera) - each
wall or ceiling can reduce your adapter’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters).
2. Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5 feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be
almost 3 feet (1 meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle, it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick. Position your devices so that the signal
will travel straight through a wall or ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.
3. Building Materials make a dierence. A solid metal door or aluminum studs may weaken the wireless signal. Try to position your
access points, wireless routers, and other networking devices where the signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Materials
and objects such as glass, steel, metal, walls with insulation, water (sh tanks), mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and concrete will degrade
your wireless signal.
4. Keep your product at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters away from electrical devices or appliances that generate RF noise.
5. If you are using 2.4 GHz cordless phones or other radio frequency sources (such as microwave ovens), your wireless connection
may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4 GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as
possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.

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Section 2 - Installation
Launch the mydlink Lite app, then create a new account or log in to your existing account.
Download the free mydlink Lite app on your smartphone or tablet by scanning the QR code below, or by searching for mydlink Lite in
the app store for your device.
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3The app will guide you through the rest of the conguration process.
System Requirements: Refer to the mydlink Lite app page on Apple App
Store, Google Play or Windows Phone Store.
You can congure your camera through the mydlink Lite mobile app. Search for the free mydlink Lite app on the App Store, Google Play, or Windows
Phone Store and download it to your smartphone or tablet. You can also use a QR code reading app to scan the corresponding code for your device
below.
mydlink Lite App
Installation

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Section 2 - Installation
Zero Conguration Setup
Step 1:
Attach the power supply to the power input on the DCS-936L and connect it to a wall outlet or power strip. Power is conrmed when the Status LED is lit.
Step 2:
Press and hold the WPS button on the camera for ve seconds. The Status LED will start to blink green. Then, press the WPS button on your router
within two minutes.
Your router will automatically assign your network settings to your camera.
Step 3:
From any computer, open a web browser, go to http://www.mydlink.com and log into your account. Once mydlink detects your camera, a New Device
Found! notice will appear in the bottom right corner. Click on the camera from the New Devices list and then click Yes to add your camera.
Your setup is complete!
Note: The Zero Conguration Setup will only work with a registered D-Link Cloud Router and an active mydlink account.

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Section 2 - Installation
Placing Your Camera
When placing your camera, you can use the wireless signal strength LED on the front of your camera to see whether your camera has a strong
wireless connection to your router.
Solid Green:
Strong wireless connection
Solid Orange:
Fair wireless connection
Flashing Orange:
Weak wireless connection
If the wireless signal strength LED is ashing orange, try moving the camera to a location closer to your router, or you can try purchasing a wireless
extender to extend the range of your wireless network.

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Section 2 - Installation
Mounting the Camera
To mount your camera on a wall or ceiling, please follow the steps below. It is recommended that you congure the camera before mounting.
Step 1
Hold the base of the camera with one hand placing your thumb on the tab, then press down on the release
buttons with your other hand and pull the camera from the camera base.
Step 3
Depending on the material of the wall or ceiling, use proper tools to drill two holes 25 mm deep with a
6 mm drill bit where you marked. If the wall is made out of concrete, drill the holes rst, then insert the plastic
anchors to support the screws.
Step 2
Place the camera base where you want to position the camera and use a pencil to mark the holes. Make sure
that the cable channel on the camera base is facing in the direction you want.
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Section 2 - Installation
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Step 6
Attach the camera to the camera base and pull the power cable to remove the extra cable. Adjust the angle
of the camera as desired.
Step 5
Place the camera base over the holes that are in the wall and use the supplied screws to attach the camera
base to the surface of the wall. Plug in the micro-USB power cable to the camera.
Step 4
Pull the power cable through the middle of the camera base and through the cable channel as shown.

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Section 2 - Installation
mydlink
After registering your camera with a mydlink account, you will be able to remotely access your camera from the www.mydlink.com website. After
signing in to your mydlink account, you will see a screen similar to the following:
For more details on using your camera with mydlink, go to the Support section of the mydlink website and check the User Manual section for
your product to nd the latest instruction guide for your camera’s mydlink features.

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Section 3 - Conguration
Conguration
Accessing the Web Conguration Utility
After completing setup through the mydlink Lite mobile app or Zero Conguration Setup, you
are ready to use your camera. The camera’s built-in Web conguration utility is designed to allow
you to easily access and congure your DCS-936L.
To access your camera’s conguration utility, use a web browser to log in to the mydlink.com
website, select your camera from your device list, then click on the Settings tab for your camera.
Use admin for the User name and the password you created during the setup process. If you did
not create a password, leave the password box blank. Click OK to continue.
Note: If you are directly connecting your PC to the camera, or if you are using the camera on a
closed network, the default IP is 192.168.0.20.
After logging in to your camera, the Live Video page will open.

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Live Video
View your camera’s live video from this screen. You may select any of the available icons listed on the next page to operate the camera. You may
also select your language using the drop-down menu on the left side of the screen.

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Section 3 - Conguration
Icon Button Name Function
Event Trigger Indicator This indicator will change color when a trigger event occurs,
such as when motion and/or sound is detected.
Recording Indicator When a recording is in progress, this indicator will change color.
Prole buttons
Use these buttons to switch between video proles. Refer to
Audio and Video on page 32 for more information on setting
up proles.
Full Screen button Switches to a full screen view of the camera video.
Snapshot button
Takes a snapshot of the image currently displayed on the screen
and saves it to the hard drive in the folder specied using the
Storage Folder button.
Video Recording button
Triggers the camera’s recording function. This will record the
video displayed on the screen and saves it to the hard drive in
the folder specied using the Storage Folder button.
Storage Folder button Sets the storage folder for snapshots and video recordings.
Listen button Sends the audio received from the camera’s microphone through
to the PC’s speakers.
IR LED On/O button
Turns the Infrared lights on or o.
(The icon only appears when you activate the manual IR option.
Refer to Day/Night Mode in Audio and Video on page 32 for
more.)
Zoom buttons Zooms in or out of the picture.
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Section 3 - Conguration
Setup
Wizard
You may choose to congure your network by
using the Internet Connection Setup Wizard
that includes step-by-step instructions. Please
refer to Internet Connection Setup Wizard
on page 20 for more details.
If you would rather manually set up the camera
Internet connection, you can refer to Network
on page 27 which provides more details on
the information required.
You may choose to congure motion detection
by using the Motion Detection Setup Wizard
that includes step-by-step instructions. Please
refer to Motion Detection Setup Wizard on
page 23 for more details.
If you would rather manually set up the
camera’s motion detection features, you can
refer to Motion Detection on page 41 which
provides more details on the information
required.
Internet
Connection
Setup Wizard:
Manual
Internet
Connection
Setup:
Motion
Detection
Setup Wizard:
Manual Motion
Detection
Setup:
This section allows you to begin setup wizards which will guide you through the process of getting your camera’s various functions congured. If
you comfortable with adjusting the settings manually, you may skip the wizards and adjust settings manually as needed.

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Internet Connection Setup Wizard
Note: Use this wizard if you are connecting the camera directly to a public IP address. If you are
connecting the camera to a router, select DHCP Connection (most common) or select Static
IP Address to manually assign the camera its IP settings.
Step 1
The InternetConnection SetupWizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to congure
your DCS-936L and connect it the Internet. Click Next to continue.
Step 2
Select DHCP Connection (Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol) if you want your DHCP
server (usually enabled on your router) to assign the camera its IP settings.
If you want to manually assign the IP settings, select Static IP Address and enter the
following details:
Enter an IP Address for your camera.
Enter the Subnet Mask of your network.
Enter the Default Gateway address. This is usually the IP
address (LAN) of your router.
Enter the primary DNS server’s IP address. This is usually also
the IP address (LAN) of your router.
Enter the secondary DNS server’s IP address. This is optional.
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default
Gateway:
Primary DNS:
Secondary DNS: