D-Link DCS-942L User manual

Version 2.0 | 06/18/2014
User Manual
Enhanced Wireless N Day/Night Cloud Camera
DCS-942L

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2.0 June 11, 2014 DCS-942L Revision B1 with rmware version 2.00
Manual Overview

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Table of Contents
Product Overview.............................................................. 5
Package Contents......................................................................... 5
System Requirements................................................................. 5
Introduction ................................................................................... 6
Features............................................................................................ 7
Hardware Overview..................................................................... 8
Front View................................................................................ 8
Rear View ................................................................................. 9
Side View.................................................................................. 9
Installation .......................................................................10
Wireless Installation Considerations....................................11
Zero Conguration Setup........................................................12
Camera Setup Wizard................................................................15
Windows Users ....................................................................15
Mac Users...............................................................................16
Manual Installation ....................................................................17
WPS - Push Button Setup.........................................................18
Mounting the Camera...............................................................19
mydlink...........................................................................................20
Conguration...................................................................21
Accessing the Web Conguration Utility ...........................21
Live Video ......................................................................................22
Setup...............................................................................................24
Wizard.....................................................................................24
Internet Connection Setup Wizard........................25
Motion Detection Setup Wizard.............................28
Network..................................................................................32
Wireless Setup......................................................................34
Dynamic DNS ......................................................................35
Image Setup .........................................................................36
Audio and Video..................................................................37
Time and Date......................................................................39
Video Clip ..............................................................................40
Snapshot................................................................................41
IP Filter....................................................................................42
HTTPS Setup.........................................................................43
SD Recording........................................................................44
Motion Detection ...............................................................45
Sound Detection.................................................................46
SD Management .................................................................47
Maintenance ................................................................................48
Admin .....................................................................................48
System ....................................................................................49
Firmware Upgrade..............................................................50
Status ..............................................................................................51
Device Info ............................................................................51
Log ...........................................................................................52
Wireless Security .............................................................53
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What is WEP? ................................................................................53
What is WPA?................................................................................54
Conguring the DCS-942L with a Router ..........................55
Troubleshooting ..............................................................61
Wireless Basics .................................................................63
Wireless Modes............................................................................67
Networking Basics...........................................................68
Check your IP address...............................................................68
Statically Assign an IP Address ..............................................69
Technical Specications ..................................................70

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Section 1 - Product Overview
• DCS-942L Enhanced Wireless N Day/Night Cloud Camera
• CAT5 Ethernet Cable
• Power Adapter
• Manual and Software on CD
• Quick Install Guide
• Mounting Kit
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.
If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.
System Requirements
• Computer with Microsoft Windows® 8/7/Vista, or Mac with OS X 10.6 or higher
• PC with 1.3GHz or above and at least 128MB RAM
• Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 12, Safari 6, or Chrome 20 or higher version with Java installed and enabled
• Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11b/g/n wireless network
Product Overview
Package Contents

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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-942L Enhanced Wireless N Day/Night Cloud Camera. The DCS-942L is a versatile
and unique solution for your small oce or home. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-942L is a complete system with a built-
in CPU and web server that transmits high quality video images for security and surveillance. The IR LED provides around the
clock surveillance regardless of the lighting conditions. The DCS-942L can be accessed remotely, and controlled from any PC/
Notebook over your local network or through the Internet via a web browser. The simple installation and intuitive web-based
interface oer easy integration with your Ethernet/Fast Ethernet or 802.11b/g/n wireless network. The DCS-942L also comes
with remote monitoring and motion/sound detection features for a complete and cost-eective home security solution.

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Simple to Use
The DCS-942L is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software such as PC frame grabber cards. The DCS-942L
supports both ActiveX mode for Internet Explorer and Java mode for other browsers such as Firefox® and Safari®.
Supports a Variety of Platforms
Supporting TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols. The DCS-942L can also be integrated easily into other Internet/Intranet
applications because of its standards-based features.
802.11n Wireless or Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Support
The DCS-942L oers wireless 802.11n and Ethernet/Fast Ethernet connectivity, making the DCS-942L easy to integrate into your existing network
environment.The DCS-942L works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired environments,
and works with 802.11n routers or access points for added exibility. The Site Survey feature also allows you to view and connect to any available
wireless networks.
Web Conguration
Using a standard Web browser, administrators can congure and manage the Network Camera directly from its own Web page via Intranet or
Internet. This means you can access your DCS-942L anytime, anywhere in the world.
Broad Range of Applications
With today’s high-speed Internet services, the Network Camera can provide the ideal solution for delivering live video images over the Intranet and
Internet for remote monitoring.The Network Camera allows remote access using aWeb browser for live image viewing, and allows the administrator
to manage and control the Network Camera anytime, anywhere in the world. Many applications exist, including industrial and public monitoring
of homes, oces, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks.
Remote Monitoring Utility
The D-ViewCam application adds enhanced features and functionality for the Network Camera and allows administrators to congure and access
the Network Camera from a remote site via Intranet or Internet. Other features include image monitoring, recording images to a hard drive, viewing
up to 32 cameras on one screen, and taking snapshots.
Comprehensive Day/Night Surveillance
The built-in infrared LEDs enable night time viewing of up to 16 feet (5 meters), and the PIR sensor detects nearby motion even in complete
darkeness. The microSD card slot allows the camera to record snapshots and video directly to onboard storage for a complete surveillance solution.
Features

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Hardware Overview
Front View
Camera Lens
Microphone
IR LEDs
Light Sensor
PIR Sensor

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Rear View
Power Receptor Ethernet Port
Reset
WPS LED
WPS Button
Camera Stand
Power and Link LED
Audio Out Jack
Side View
microSD Slot

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Installation
There are three ways to set up your camera:
Zero Conguration Setup: If you have a mydlink-enabled router (D-Link cloud router), this is the easiest way to set up
your camera. Refer to “Zero Conguration Setup” on page 12.
Camera Installation Wizard: If you do not have a mydlink-enabled router, use the Camera Installation Wizard to guide
you through setup and initial conguration of your camera. Refer to “Camera Setup Wizard”on page 15.
Manual Hardware Installation: This section shows you how to manually set up your camera, however in order to
use the mydlink features of your camera, you will still need to run the Camera Installation Wizard. Refer to “Manual
Installation” on page 17.

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Wireless Installation Considerations
The D-Link Wireless Network Camera 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 2.4GHz cordless phones or other radio frequency sources (such as microwave ovens), your wireless connection
may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure your 2.4GHz 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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Zero Conguration Setup
If you have a mydlink-enabled Cloud Router, you can take advantage of Zero Conguration Setup. Zero Conguration
automatically congures your camera’s settings for you, and adds the camera to your mydlink account automatically. This
type of setup allows you to set up your camera by simply plugging it in and connecting it to your router.
Connect your camera to your mydlink-enabled Cloud Router and Zero Conguration will automatically congure your
DCS-942L and add the camera to your mydlink account. After the short time it takes to do this you can remotely access your
camera from the website (http://www.mydlink.com) to manage and monitor your DCS-942L.
Connect the Ethernet Cable and Power Cable
Use the included Ethernet cable and plug it into the camera. Plug the
other end into an available port on your D-link Cloud Router. If you wish
to use your camera wirelessly, you will be able to remove the cable after
Zero Conguration Setup is complete. You can also plug the external power
adapter cable into the camera at this time.
Plug in the External Power Adapter
Plug the power adapter in to a wall outlet.

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DCS-942L
Check Your mydlink Account
From any computer with an Internet connection, open a web browser and
login to your mydlink account. The mydlink page will check for new devices
and display a New device Found! pop-up notication in the bottom-left
corner. Click the notication to continue.
A summary and conrmation notication will appear with the automatically
congured details. Make a note of the details and click Yes to add the camera
to your account.
DCS-942L

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Zero Conguration will navigate to the mydlink LiveView tab for your camera
where you will see a screen similar to the following.
If you wish to connect your camera to your router wirelessly, you can simply
disconnect the Ethernet cable and move the camera to its intended location;
your router’s wireless settings have been automatically transferred to the
camera, and no further conguration is required.
Your camera is now set up, and you can skip to“mydlink”on page 20 to learn
more about the mydlink features of this camera, or to “Conguration” on
page 21 for advanced conguration of your camera.
Note: If you see a white haze when viewing in night vision mode, the
night vision light on the camera may be reecting o a nearby surface. Try
repositioning and aiming the camera.

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Camera Setup Wizard
Windows Users
If you do not have a CD-ROM drive, or the CD is missing, please download the Setup Wizard from http://www.mydlink.com/support
Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive to start the autorun program. If the Setup program does not automatically open
on your computer, go to Start > Run. In the box, type D:\autorun.exe (where D: represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive) and click OK.
Simply click Set up your Cloud Camera to go through the Setup Wizard, which will guide you step-by-step through the installation process from
connecting your hardware to conguring your camera and registering it with your mydlink account.

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Mac Users
Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive. On the desktop, open your CD drive and
double-click on the SetupWizard le.
After about 20-30 seconds, the Setup Wizard will open, which will guide you step-by-step through the installation process from connecting your
hardware to conguring your camera and registering it with your mydlink account.
If you do not have a CD-ROM drive, or the CD is missing, please download the Setup Wizard from http://www.mydlink.com/support

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Manual Installation
If you wish to set up your camera without using the Camera Setup Wizard, please follow these steps.
Note: In order to use the mydlink features of this product, you will need to go through the Camera SetupWizard or Zero Conguration
Setup.
Plug in the External Power Adapter
Plug the power adapter in to a wall outlet.
Connect the Ethernet Cable and Power Cable
Use the included Ethernet cable and plug it into the camera. Plug the other
end into an available port on your router. You can also plug the external
power adapter cable into the camera at this time.
Congure Your Camera
Refer to“Conguration”on page 21 for information on how to congure your camera.
Optional: Use WPS to Connect Wirelessly
You can use WPS to connect your camera to your network wirelessly. For more information, refer to “WPS - Push Button Setup”
on page 18. If your router does not support WPS, you will still be able to set up your camera’s wireless settings in the camera’s web
interface.

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WPS - Push Button Setup
To create a WPS connection:
Step 1
Press and hold the WPS button for three seconds. The blue WPS status LED above the
button will blink.
Step 2
Press the WPS button on your router within 60 seconds. The WPS button is usually on the
front or side of your router. On some routers, you may need to log in to the web interface
and click on an on-screen button to activate theWPS feature. If you are not sure where the
WPS button is on your router, please refer to your router’s User Manual.
The DCS-942L will automatically create a wireless connection to your router. While
connecting, the green LED will ash and your camera will reboot.
WPS Button
If your router supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can create a secure wireless connection using the WPS Button on the back of the camera.
Please note that WPS setup only establishes a secure wireless connection, and you will still need to run the Setup Wizard to congure your camera.

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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
The camera needs to be removed to expose the holes in the mounting base. Unscrew the
camera head from the mounting base by turning counterclockwise.
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6
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2
5
4
Step 6
Adjust the angle of the camera as desired, then tighten the collar on the camera stem
to lock it in place.
Step 5
Place the base cover on the base. Make sure to align the base cover notch, with the
mounting base for future removal. Afterwards, reattach the camera head onto the
mounting base.
Step 4
Place the mounting base over the holes that are in the wall. Make sure to align the mounting
base holes with the holes in the wall. Use the supplied screws to attach the mounting base
to the surface of the wall.
Step 3
Depending on the material of the wall or ceiling, use proper tools to drill two holes 25mm
deep with a 6mm 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
Use a athead screwdriver to remove the base cover from the mounting base. Place the
mounting base where you want to position the camera and use a pencil to mark the holes.

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mydlink
After registering your camera with a mydlink account in the Camera Installation Wizard, 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.