D Link CS933LA1 User Manual
Version 1.0 | 01/15/2013
User Manual
Wireless N H.264 Day/Night Network Camera
DCS-933L
Manual Overview
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Manual Revision
Revision Date Description
1.00 January 15, 2013 Initial release
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Manual Overview............................................................... 2
Manual Revision ............................................................................ 2
Trademarks .....................................................................................2
Product Overview .............................................................. 4
Package Contents ......................................................................... 4
System Requirements ................................................................. 4
Introduction ...................................................................................5
Features ............................................................................................6
Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 7
Front View ................................................................................7
Rear View .................................................................................8
Installation .........................................................................9
Zero Conguration Setup ........................................................10
Camera Installation Wizard .....................................................13
Windows Users ....................................................................13
Mac Users...............................................................................14
Manual Hardware Installation ................................................15
Wireless Installation Considerations ....................................16
WPS - Push Button Setup .........................................................17
mydlink ...........................................................................................18
Wizard .....................................................................................21
Internet Connection Setup Wizard ........................22
Network Setup ..............................................................24
Wireless Setup ......................................................................25
Repeater Setup ....................................................................26
DDNS ......................................................................................27
Image Setup .........................................................................28
Video .......................................................................................29
Audio .......................................................................................30
Motion Detection ...............................................................31
Sound Detection .................................................................32
Mail ..........................................................................................33
FTP ............................................................................................35
Time and Date ......................................................................37
Day/Night Mode .................................................................38
Maintenance ................................................................................39
Admin .....................................................................................39
System ....................................................................................40
Firmware Upgrade ..............................................................41
Status ..............................................................................................42
Device Info ............................................................................42
Active User ............................................................................43
Conguration ...................................................................19
Using the Web Conguration Interface ..............................19
Live Video ......................................................................................20
Setup ...............................................................................................21
Troubleshooting ..............................................................44
Technical Specications ..................................................47
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
• DCS-933L Wireless N H.264 Day/Night Network Camera
• CAT5 Ethernet Cable
• Power Adapter
• Manual and Software on CD
• Quick Install Guide
• Mounting Kit
Note: Using a power supply with a dierent 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/XP, 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 4, or Chrome 20 or higher version with Java installed and enabled
• Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11g/n wireless network
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-933L Wireless N H.264 Day/Night Network Camera. The DCS-933L is a versatile
and unique solution for your small oce or home. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-933L is a complete system with a builtin 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-933L 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 oer easy integration with your Ethernet/
Fast Ethernet or 802.11 b/g/n wireless network, and its Repeater Mode even allows you to increase your wireless network’s
coverage. The DCS-933L also comes with remote monitoring and motion detection features for a complete and cost-eective
home security solution.
Your DCS-933L is mydlink-enabled, which means that you can view and manage your camera from anywhere over the Internet
through the mydlink website or through the mydlink mobile app for iOS and Android. You can view your live video feed, take
snapshots, set a recording schedule, and more!
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Features
Easy to Use and mydlink-Enabled for Easy Access and Management
The DCS-933L is a standalone surveillance camera that requires no special hardware or software, and can run independently even without a PC.
This camera is also mydlink-enabled, which means you can view and manage your camera through the mydlink website, or through the mydlink
mobile app for iOS and Android.
IR LEDs for Day and Night functionality
The built-in infrared LEDs enable night time viewing of up to 16 feet (5 meters).
H.264 Codec for Smooth, Space-Ecient Video
This camera supports use of the H.264 video codec, which gives you high-quality video with reduced bandwidth requirements. This means that
you can enjoy smoother, more reliable video streaming over the Internet, and less disk space is required to save recordings.
Motion and Sound Triggered Notications and Recordings
The DCS-933L can send e-mail notications with snapshots or video clips whenever motion or sound is detected. You can customize areas of the
video to monitor for motion to keep watch over entryways, and you can set volume limits to detect when a loud sound is picked up by the camera.
Supports a Variety of Platforms
Supporting TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols. The DCS-933L can also be integrated easily into other Internet/Intranet
applications because of its standards-based features.
802.11b/g/n Wireless or Ethernet/Fast Ethernet Support
The DCS-933L oers wireless 802.11b/g/n and Ethernet/Fast Ethernet connectivity, making the DCS-933L easy to integrate into your existing
network environment. The DCS-933L works with a 10Mbps Ethernet based network or 100Mbps Fast Ethernet based network for traditional wired
environments, and works with 802.11b/g/n routers or access points for added exibility. The Site Survey feature also allows you to view and connect
to any available wireless networks.
Repeater Mode Increases the Range of Your Wireless Network
You can use the DCS-933L’s Repeater Mode to extend the range of your wireless network, giving your home or oce better wireless coverage.
Remote Monitoring Utility
This camera also includes the D-ViewCam software, which adds enhanced features and functionality that helps you create a full surveillance system
for up to 32 cameras. With D-ViewCam, you can view multiple cameras at the same time, record video, and set up scheduled and triggered recordings.
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Hardware Overview
Front View
Light Sensor
Camera Lens
IR LED
Microphone
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Rear View
Power Connector
Ethernet Port
Power and Link LED
Reset Button
WPS LED
WPS Button
Camera Stand
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Section 2 - Installation
There are three ways to set up your camera:
Zero Conguration Setup: If you have a mydlink-enabled router, this is the easiest way to set up your camera. Refer
to page 10.
Camera Installation Wizard: If you do not have a mydlink-enabled router, use the Camera Installation Wizard to guide
you through setup and intial conguration of your camera. Refer to page 13.
Manual Hardware Installation: This section shows you how to manually set up your camera, though in order to use
the mydlink features of your camera, you will still need to run the Camera Installation Wizard. Refer to page 15.
Installation
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Section 2 - Installation
Zero Conguration Setup
If you have a mydlink-enabled Cloud Router, you can take advantage of Zero Conguration. Zero Conguration automatically
congures your camera's settings for you, and adds it 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 Conguration will automatically congure your DCS-933L
and automatically add the camera to your mydlink account. After the short time it takes to do this you can remotely access
your camera from the www.mydlink.com website to manage and monitor your DCS-933L.
Connect the Ethernet Cable
Use the included Ethernet cable and plug it into the camera. Plug the other
end into an available port on your router. If you wish to use your camera
wirelessly, you will be able to remove the cable after Zero Conguration
Setup is complete.
Attach the External Power Adapter
Connect the power adapter to the power connector on your camera, then
plug the power adapter into a wall outlet.
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Check Your mydlink Account
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 notication
in the bottom-left corner. Click the notication to continue.
A summary and conrmation notication will appear with the automatically
congured details. Make a note of the details and click Yes to add the camera
to your account.
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Zero Conguration will navigate to the mydlink Live View 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 conguration is required.
Your camera is now set up, and you can skip to “mydlink” on page 18 to learn
more about the mydlink features of this camera, or to “Conguration” on page
19 for advanced conguration of your camera.
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Camera Installation Wizard
Windows Users
Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive to start the autorun program.
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 conguring your camera and registering it with your mydlink account.
Note: If the autorun program does not open, go to My Computer, browse to your CD drive,
and double-click on the setup.exe le.
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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 conguring your camera and registering it with your mydlink account.
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Manual Hardware 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 Setup Wizard or Zero
Conguration Setup.
Connect the Ethernet Cable
Use the included Ethernet cable and plug it into the camera. Plug the other
end into an available port on your router.
Attach the External Power Adapter
Connect the power adapter to the power connector on your camera, then
plug the power adapter into a wall outlet.
Congure Your Camera
Refer to “Conguration” on page 19 for information on how to congure 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 17. 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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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 dierence. 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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