D-Link DCS-940L User Manual
Manual Overview
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Manual Revisions
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1.0 May 2, 2011 DCS-940L Revision A1 with rmware version 1.00
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Manual Overview............................................................... 2
Manual Revisions .......................................................................... 2
Trademarks .....................................................................................2
Product Overview .............................................................. 5
Package Contents ......................................................................... 5
System Requirements ................................................................. 5
Introduction ...................................................................................6
Features ............................................................................................7
Hardware Overview ..................................................................... 8
Front View ................................................................................8
Rear View .................................................................................9
Installation .......................................................................10
Hardware Installation ................................................................10
Wireless Installation Considerations ....................................11
Camera Installation Wizard .....................................................12
WPS - Push Button Setup .................................................13
Conguration ...................................................................19
Using the Conguration Menu ..............................................19
Live Video ..............................................................................21
Setup .......................................................................................21
Wizard ..............................................................................21
Internet Connection Setup Wizard ........................22
Network Setup ..............................................................24
Wireless ............................................................................25
DDNS ...............................................................................26
Image Setup ..................................................................27
Video ................................................................................28
Video Conguration ....................................................28
Audio ................................................................................29
Motion Detect ...............................................................30
Mail....................................................................................31
Time Schedule ..............................................................32
FTP .....................................................................................33
Time Schedule ..............................................................34
mydlink Portal ................................................................. 14
Camera Status ..............................................................................15
Live Video ......................................................................................16
Camera Settings ..........................................................................17
Camera Info ..................................................................................18
Time and Date ...............................................................35
Maintenance .........................................................................36
Admin ...............................................................................36
System..............................................................................37
Firmware Upgrade .......................................................38
Device Info .....................................................................39
Active User .....................................................................40
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Wireless Security .............................................................41
What is WEP? ................................................................................41
What is WPA? ................................................................................42
Conguring 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 Specications ..................................................59
Contacting Technical Support ........................................61
Warranty ........................................................................... 62
Registration .....................................................................69
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Section 1 - Product Overview
• DCS-940L Wireless N H.264 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.
Product Overview
Package Contents
System Requirements
• Computer with Windows® 7, Vista®, or XP
• PC with 1.3GHz or above; at least 128MB RAM
• Internet Explorer 6
• Existing 10/100 Ethernet-based network or 802.11n wireless network
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Section 1 - Product Overview
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the DCS-940L Wireless N H.264 Network Camera. The DCS-940L is a versatile and unique solution for your
small oce or home. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-940L is a complete system with a built-in CPU and web server that transmits high quality
video images for security and surveillance. The DCS-940L 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 802.11n/g wireless network. The DCS-940L also comes with remote monitoring and motion detection features for a complete and costeective home security solution.
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Features
Simple to Use
The DCS-940L is a stand-alone system with a built-in CPU, requiring no special hardware or software such as PC frame grabber cards. The DCS-940L
supports in ActiveX mode for Interet Explorer .
Supports a Variety of Platforms
Supporting TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols. The DCS-940L 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-940L oers wireless 802.11n and Ethernet/Fast Ethernet connectivity, making the DCS-940L easy to integrate into your existing network
environment. The DCS-940L 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 Conguration
Using a standard Web browser, administrators can congure and manage the Network Camera directly from its own Web page via Intranet or
Internet. This means you can access your DCS-940L 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 a Web 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, oces, banks, hospitals, child-care centers, and amusement parks.
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Hardware Overview
Front View
Camera Lens
Microphone
Power and Link LED
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WPS LED
WPS Button
Rear View
Power Receptor
Ethernet Port
Audio Out
Reset
Camera Stand
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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 attach it to the network.
Attach the External Power Supply
Attach the external power supply to the power receptor located on the rear back panel
of the DCS-940L and connect it to your wall outlet or power strip. Power is conrmed
when the green LED Power indicator located below the lens on the DCS-940L is
illuminated.
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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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Section 2 - Installation
Camera Installation Wizard
Insert the Installation CD-ROM into your computer’s optical drive to start the autorun program.
The CD-ROM will open the Camera Installation Wizard. Simply click Start to go through the Installation Wizard, which will guide you through the
installation process from connecting your hardware to conguring your camera.
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WPS - Push Button Setup
Alternatively, you may automatically connect to your WPS-enabled wireless router or access point using the WPS Button on the back of the camera.
To create a WPS connection:
WPS Button
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 the WPS feature. If you are not sure where the
WPS button is on your router, please refer to your router’s User Manual.
The DCS-940L will automatically create a wireless connection to your router. While
connecting, the green LED will ash and your camera will reboot.
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Section 3 - mydlink Portal
mydlink Portal
After registering your DCS-940L 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:
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Camera Status
Here, you can see the online status of each of your cameras. Your online status may be one of the following:
A green checkmark indicates that your camera is online and ready to use.
A yellow exclamation point indicates that your camera is online, but the camera
password has changed. You will need to enter your new camera password to access
your camera again.
A red x indicates that your camera is oine and currently cannot be accessed remotely.
If your camera is oine, try the following:
• Check to make sure that the Internet connection to your camera is working properly.
• Try restarting your Internet router.
• Check your camera’s cable connections and make sure they are secure.
• Check to make sure that the LED on your camera is lit solid green.
If you still cannot access your camera, reset your camera and run the Camera Installation Wizard again from the CD-ROM included in your package.
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Live Video
In the main part of the screen, the Live Video tab will be selected by default. If the camera is available, a Live Video feed will be displayed. Video
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.
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Camera Settings
The Camera Settings tab allows you to access your camera’s conguration interface. To open your camera’s conguration interface, click Camera
web page and enter the password exactly as listed on the Camera Settings page.
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Camera Info
The Camera Info tab shows you various information about your camera.
Device Name:
Camera
Password:
mydlink No.:
Model Name:
MAC Address:
Device
activated On:
The Device Name is a unique name that you can give to
your device to help you identify it. Clicking on the Device
Name will open a window for you to log in to your camera’s
conguration interface. Then, it will open the Maintenance
> Admin page where you can change your Device Name.
Displays the current pa ssword for your camera’s
conguration interface. Clicking on the Show Password
checkbox will either show or hide the password. Clicking
on the Password will open a window for you to log in to
your camera’s conguration interface. Then, it will open
the Maintenance > Admin page where you can change
your Password.
Displays the mydlink number of your device.
Displays the model name of your device.
Displays the MAC address of your device.
Displays the time and date that your device was added to mydlink.
Support:
This section provides you with links to various support websites and downloads related to your product.
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Section 4 - Conguration
Conguration
Using the Conguration Menu
After completing the Camera Installation Wizard, you are ready to use your camera. The camera’s built-in Web conguration utility is designed to
allow you to easily access and congure your DCS-940L. At the end of the wizard, click Go To Camera, or enter the IP address of your camera into
®
a web browser, such as Internet Explorer
not create a password, the default password is blank. After entering your password, click OK.
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.
. To log in, use the User name admin and the password you created in the Installation Wizard. If you did
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When you connect to the home page of your camera, you will be prompted to download ActiveX.
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