D Link CS931LA1 Wireless N H.264 Network Camera User Manual

D Link Corporation Wireless N H.264 Network Camera

User Manual

Version 1.0 | 01/16/2013User ManualWireless N H.264 Network CameraDCS-931L
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3D-Link DCS-931L User ManualTable of ContentsProduct Overview ..............................................................4Package Contents ......................................................................... 4System Requirements ................................................................. 4Introduction ................................................................................... 5Features ............................................................................................6Hardware Overview .....................................................................7Front View ................................................................................7Rear View ................................................................................. 8Installation ......................................................................... 9Zero Conguration Setup ........................................................10Camera Installation Wizard .....................................................13Windows Users ....................................................................13Mac Users...............................................................................14Manual Hardware Installation ................................................15Wireless Installation Considerations ....................................16WPS - Push Button Setup .........................................................17mydlink ...........................................................................................18Conguration ...................................................................19Using the Web Conguration Interface ..............................19Live Video ......................................................................................20Setup ...............................................................................................21Wizard .....................................................................................21Internet Connection Setup Wizard ........................22Network Setup ..............................................................24Wireless Setup ......................................................................25Extender Setup ....................................................................26DDNS ......................................................................................27Image Setup .........................................................................28Video .......................................................................................29Audio .......................................................................................30Motion Detection ...............................................................31Sound Detection .................................................................32Mail ..........................................................................................33FTP ............................................................................................35Time and Date ......................................................................37Maintenance ................................................................................38Admin .....................................................................................38System ....................................................................................39Firmware Upgrade ..............................................................40Status ..............................................................................................41Device Info ............................................................................41Active User ............................................................................42Troubleshooting ..............................................................43Technical Specications ..................................................46Table of Contents
4D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 1 - Product Overview• DCS-931L Wireless N H.264 Network Camera• CAT5 Ethernet Cable• Power Adapter• Manual and Software on CD• Quick Install Guide• Mounting KitNote: 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/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 networkProduct OverviewPackage Contents
5D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewIntroductionCongratulations on your purchase of the DCS-931L Wireless N H.264 Network Camera. The DCS-931L is a versatile and unique solution for your small oce or home. Unlike a standard webcam, the DCS-931L is a complete system with a built-in CPU and web server that transmits high quality video images for security and surveillance. The DCS-931L 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 802.11 b/g/n wireless network, and its Extender Mode even allows you to increase your wireless network’s coverage. The DCS-931L also comes with remote monitoring and motion detection features for a complete and cost-eective home security solution. Your DCS-931L 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!
6D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewEasy to Use and mydlink-Enabled for Easy Access and ManagementThe DCS-931L 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.H.264 Codec for Smooth, Space-Ecient VideoThis 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 Notications and RecordingsThe DCS-931L can send e-mail notications 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 PlatformsSupports TCP/IP networking, HTTP, and other Internet related protocols. The DCS-931L 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 SupportThe DCS-931L oers wireless 802.11b/g/n and Ethernet/Fast Ethernet connectivity, making the DCS-931L easy to integrate into your existing network environment. The DCS-931L 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.Extender Mode Increases the Range of Your Wireless NetworkYou can use the DCS-931L’s Extender Mode to extend the range of your wireless network, giving your home or oce better wireless coverage.Remote Monitoring UtilityThis 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.Features
7D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewHardware OverviewFront ViewCamera LensMicrophone
8D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 1 - Product OverviewRear ViewPower Connector Ethernet PortReset ButtonWPS LEDWPS ButtonCamera StandPower and Link LED
9D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationThere are three ways to set up your camera:Zero Conguration 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 conguration 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
10D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationIf you have a mydlink-enabled Cloud Router, you can take advantage of Zero Conguration. Zero Conguration automatically congures 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 Conguration will automatically congure your DCS-931L 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-931L.Zero Conguration SetupConnect the Ethernet CableUse 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 Conguration Setup is complete.Attach the External Power AdapterConnect the power adapter to the power connector on your camera, then plug the power adapter into a wall outlet.
11D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationA 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.Check Your mydlink AccountOpen 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.
12D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationZero Conguration 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 conguration 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 “Conguration” on page 19 for advanced conguration of your camera.
13D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationCamera Installation WizardWindows UsersNote: If the autorun program does not open, go to My Computer, browse to your CD drive, and double-click on the setup.exe le.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 conguring your camera and registering it with your mydlink account.
14D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationMac UsersInsert 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.
15D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationManual Hardware InstallationIf 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 Conguration Setup.Optional: Use WPS to Connect WirelesslyYou 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.Connect the Ethernet CableUse 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 AdapterConnect the power adapter to the power connector on your camera, then plug the power adapter into a wall outlet.Congure Your CameraRefer to “Conguration” on page 19 for information on how to congure your camera.
16D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationWireless Installation ConsiderationsThe 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.
17D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationTo create a WPS connection:Step 1Make sure the camera is plugged in, then press and hold the WPS button for three seconds. The blue WPS status LED will start blinking.Step 2Press 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-931L will automatically create a secure wireless connection to your router. While connecting, the green LED will ash and your camera will reboot.WPS - Push Button SetupWPS ButtonAlternatively, you may create a secure wireless connection using the WPS Button on the back of the camera.
18D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 2 - InstallationmydlinkAfter registering your DCS-931L 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.
19D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 19Section 3 - CongurationCongurationUsing the Web Conguration InterfaceAfter completing the Camera Installation Wizard, you are ready to use your camera. The camera’s built-in Web conguration interface is designed to allow you to easily access and congure your DCS-931L. At the end of the wizard, enter the IP address of your camera into a web browser, such as Internet Explorer®. To log in, use the User name admin and the password you created in the Installation Wizard. If you did 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.
20D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 20Section 3 - CongurationLive VideoVideo Compression Format:Zoom:Audio:Click the H.264 or MJPEG radio button to choose which stream to view. Click on these buttons to zoom in and out of the video.Click on these buttons to turn audio playback on and o.The Live Video screen shows you the live video feed from your camera.For information on how to congure your Live Video streams, refer to “Video” on page 29.
21D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 21Section 3 - CongurationSetupWizardYou may choose to congure your network by using the Internet Connection Setup Wizard that includes step-by-step instructions. Otherwise, you may manually congure your connection using the Manual Internet Connection Setup.Note: To register your camera with mydlink and enable its mydlink-related features, you will need to use the Camera Installation Wizard. Please refer to “Camera Installation Wizard” on page 13 for more details.
22D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 22Section 3 - CongurationInternet Connection Setup WizardThis wizard will guide you through a step-by-step process to congure your new D-Link Camera and connect the camera to the Internet. Click Next to continue.Select what kind of Internet connection your camera should use:• DHCP Connection (Default): If you are connected to a router, or are not sure which connection to use, select DHCP Connection.• Static IP Address: This will allow you to manually enter your network settings for the camera. If you are not sure what settings to enter, check with your Internet Service Provider or network administrator.• PPPoE Connection: If your camera is directly connected to a DSL modem, you may need to use PPPoE. Enter the username and password provided to you by your Internet Service Provider.Click Next to continue.
23D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 23Section 3 - CongurationEnter a name for your camera. Click Next to continue.Congure the correct time to ensure that all events are triggered, captured, and scheduled at the right time. Click Next to continue.This page displays your congured settings. Click Apply to save and activate your changes, or click Back to change your settings.If you have a Dynamic DNS account and would like the camera to update your IP address automatically, select Enable and enter your host information. Otherwise, simply select Disable.Click Next to continue.
24D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 24Section 3 - CongurationNetwork SetupSelect this connection if you have a DHCP server running on your network and would like a dynamic IP address to be updated to your camera automatically. You may obtain a static or xed IP address and other network information from your network administrator for your camera. A static IP address will ease you for accessing your camera in the future.IP Address: The xed IP addressSubnet Mask: The default value is “255.255.255.0.” Used to determine if the destination is the same subnet.Default Gateway: The gateway used to forward frames to destinations in a dierent subnet. Invalid gateway settings may cause the failure of transmissions to a dierent subnet.Primary DNS: Primary domain name server that translates names to IP addresses.Secondary DNS: Secondary domain name server to backup the Primary DNS.If you are using a PPPoE connection, enable it and enter the User Name and Password for your PPPoE account. You can get this information from your Internet service provider (ISP).You may congure a Second HTTP port that will allow you to connect to the camera via a standard web browser. The port can be set to a number other than the default TCP ports 80. A corresponding port must be opened on the router. For example, if the port is changed to 1010, users must type http://192.168.0.100:1010 instead of only “http://192.168.0.100”. Enable this setting to congure your camera as a UPnP device in the network.DHCP:Static IP Client:PPPoE Settings:Port Settings:UPnP Settings:This section allows you to congure your network settings.
25D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 25Section 3 - CongurationWireless SetupCheck this box to allow your camera to connect to your network wirelessly.Enter the network name(SSID) of the wireless network you want to connect to. You can also click the Site Survey button below to choose an available network and ll in settings automatically.If you are using Ad-Hoc as your connection mode, select the same channel that is being used by yourwireless network.Select the connection mode used by your wireless network. In most cases, you should select Infrastructure. Ad-Hoc is only used if your camera is directly connecting to another PC or device.Clicking this button will allow you to select an available wireless network to connect to, and will ll in the necessary settings for you.Select the wireless security mode used by your wireless network. If you select WEP or WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK, enter the password for your wireless network in the text box that appears.Enable Wireless:SSID:Channel:Connection Mode:Site Survey:Wireless Security Mode:This section allows you to set up and congure the wireless settings on your camera.
26D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 26Section 3 - CongurationExtender SetupCheck this box to enable Extender Mode.This shows the name of the Host wireless network that the camera is connected to and will extend.Select an option:• Same as Host Wireless Network Name: Your extended network will use the same name and settings as your Host network. Your devices can use the same wireless information to connect to both the Host and Extended networks.• Create a New Wireless Network Name: This allows you to manually set the name and security used for the extended network. You will need to add this information for each wireless device that connects to this Extended network.Set the maximum number of clients that are allowed to connect to the extended network.If you choose to Create a New Wireless Network Name, you can set your wireless security options here.Enable Extender Mode:Host Wireless Network Name:Extended Wireless Network Name (SSID):Maximum Clients Allowed to Connect:Security Mode:This section allows you to setup and congure the wireless network extending feature of your camera. Extender Mode allows your camera to extend the range of your existing wireless network. You can choose to use the same network name and settings as your existing wireless network, or you can create a new one.
27D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 27Section 3 - CongurationClick to enable the DDNS function.Select your Dynamic DNS Server from the pull down menu.Enter the host name of the DDNS server.Enter your username or e-mail used to connect to the DDNS.Enter your password used to connect to the DDNS server.Enable:Server Address: Host Name:User Name:Password:DDNS This section allows you to congure the DDNS setting for your camera. DDNS will allow all users to access your camera using a domain name instead of an IP address.
28D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 28Section 3 - CongurationImage SetupIf you have lights ickering in your camera video, try enabling antiicker. Otherwise, you should leave this disabled.Select this box to vertically ip the video.Horizontally ip the video. Note: If the camera is installed upside down, Flip Image and Mirror should both be checkedAllows you to adjust the brightness level. Allows you to adjust the contrast level. Allows you to adjust the saturation level.Enable Antiicker:Flip Image: Mirror:Brightness Control:Contrast Control:Saturation Control:This section allows you to congure the image settings for your camera.
29D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 29Section 3 - CongurationVideoVideo Prole:Encode Type:Resolution:FPS:JPEG Quality:View Mode:Light Frequency:This section allows you to congure the video settings for your camera.This section allows you to change the Resolution, FPS, and Quality.Your camera has separate settings for the H.264 and MJPEG video streams.Select the desired video resolution from three formats: 640x480, 320x240, and 160x112. Higher settings oer better quality, but will require more bandwidth to stream.Select the frame rate(FPS) to use for the video stream. Higher settings oer better quality, but will require more bandwidth to stream.Select one of ve levels of image quality: Highest, High, Medium, Low, and Lowest.Select the default encoding to use when viewing your video on the Live Video page.Select the frequency used by your lighting and power to help reduce image icker.
30D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 30Section 3 - CongurationAudioThis section allows you to adjust the audio settings for your camera.Note: Please wait a few seconds for the camera to adjust the audio after making changes. Audio Settings:Volume Settings:You may Enable or Disable the camera audio feed. Select the desired volume percentage level.
31D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 31Section 3 - CongurationMotion DetectionMotion detection allows you to mark areas of your camera’s video to monitor for motion, which can be used to trigger snapshots or recordings. Refer to “Mail” on page 33 and “FTP” on page 35 for more details.Motion Detection:Time:Sensitivity:Detection Areas:Select whether you want to enable or disable the motion detection feature of your camera.Specify whether you want to Always have motion detection enabled, or according to a Schedule that you dene.Specify the amount of dierence required to determine whether there was motion.Use your mouse to click on the areas of the video that you would like to monitor for motion.
32D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 32Section 3 - CongurationSound DetectionSound detection allows you to detect when there is a loud sound in the area, which can be used to trigger snapshots or recordings. Refer to “Mail” on page 33 and “FTP” on page 35 for more details.Sound Detection:Time:Detection Level:Select whether you want to enable or disable the sound detection feature of your camera.Specify whether you want to Always have motion detection enabled, or according to a Schedule that you dene.Specify the volume level that a sound must exceed in order to be “detected”.
33D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 33Section 3 - CongurationMailSMTP Server Address:Sender e-mail Address:Receiver e-mail Address:User Name:Password:This is the domain name or IP address of your external e-mail server.This is the e-mail address listed as the sender for your notication e-mails.This is the e-mail address that your notication e-mails will be sent to.If the SMTP server uses authentication, enter your user name.If the SMTP server uses authentication, enter your password.This section allows you to congure your camera to send snapshots and video clips to an e-mail address. If you are not sure what settings to use, check with your e-mail service provider.For example, if you want to use Gmail with SSL-TLS for e-mail notications, you can follow the setup procedure as below:Step 1 - Enter “smtp.gmail.com” in SMTP Server Address.Step 2 - Change the SMTP server port number from 25 to 465.Step 3 - Enter your gmail e-mail address in Sender E-mail Address.Step 4 - Enter the destination e-mail address in Receiver E-mail Address.Step 5 - Enter the user name required to access the SMTP server.Step 6 - Enter the password required to access the SMTP server.Step 7 - Select SSL-TLS and then click Save Settings.Step 8 - Click the Test button to send a test e-mail will be sent to the e-mail account listed above.Note: You can also use STARTTLS, which will use SMTP server port number 587.Note: If you want to use a Yahoo SMTP server, the SMTP server address will be dierent between each registered region, and only SMTP port 465 is supported for SSL-TLS.
34D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 34Section 3 - CongurationEnable the e-mailing of images to an e-mail account:E-mail Interval:Enable the e-mailing of video clips to an e-mail account:Test E-mail Account:Enabling this will allow snapshots to be e-mailed to you in dierent ways: • Choosing Always will e-mail snapshots continuously based on the E-mail Interval specified. • Choosing Schedule will allow you to schedule when to start and stop the e-mailing of snapshots.• Select Motion/Sound Detection if you would like the camera to e-mail images only when motion or sound is detected. You can choose whether to e-mail a snapshot immediately, or e-mail 6 snapshots together, with 3 frames before and after motion/sound was detected. You can also set the Frame interval time to specify how far apart the snapshots should be.This sets the limit for how frequently e-mail notifcations will be sent. This can be set from 1 to 65535 seconds.Enabling this will allow video clips to be e-mailed to you in dierent ways. This is the same as e-mailing images, as specied above, but will take video clips according to the Video Limit settings you specify.This will send a test e-mail according to the e-mail settings you have specied above.
35D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 35Section 3 - CongurationFTPHost Name:Port:User Name:Password:Path:Passive Mode:Enter the IP address of the FTP server that you will be connecting to.Enter the port of the FTP server that you will be connecting to. Enter the user name of your FTP server account.Enter the password of your FTP server account.Enter the destination path/folder to save les to on the FTP server.Enabling passive mode may help you reach your FTP server if your camera is behind a router protected by a rewall.This section allows you to congure your camera to send snapshots and video clips to an FTP server.Enable the uploading of images to an FTP server:Image Frequency:Base File Name:Enabling this will allow snapshots to be uploaded in dierent ways: • Choosing Always will upload snapshots continuously based on the Image Frequency specified. • Choosing Schedule will allow you to schedule when to start and stop the uploading of snapshots.• Select Motion/Sound Detection if you would like the camera to upload images only when motion or sound is detected.Set how frequently you want images to be taken and uploaded. You can choose to upload by frames per second, or by seconds per frame.Set what you want the base le name to be for your snapshots.
36D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 36Section 3 - CongurationFile:Test FTP Server:Select how you want uploading of snapshots to be handled:• Overwrite will replace the old snapshot with the new one. This means you will only have one snapshot that is updated every time a new one is taken.• Date/Time Suffix will add the date and time to the end of the snapshot file name. You can also choose to make subfolders based on a period of time you specify to help you organize your snapshots.• Sequence Number Suffix will add a number to the end of the snapshot file name up to the number you specify, after which the oldest files will be overwritten.Clicking on the Test button will send a test JPEG snapshot to the FTP server specied above to make sure that your settings are correct.This will send a test e-mail according to the e-mail settings you have specied above.
37D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 37Section 3 - CongurationTime and DateTime Zone:Synchronize NTP Server:Set the Date and Time Manually:Select the time zone for your region from the drop down menu.Enabling this will allow the camera to update its clock automatically from an NTP server. Select the NTP server closest to you, and select whether you want to apply daylight saving corrections.If Synchronize NTP Server is disabled, you can set the date and time manually. You can also click on the Copy Your Computer’s Time Settings to automatically set the date and time based on your computer’s settings.This section allows you to congure the settings of the internal system clocks for your camera.
38D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 38Section 3 - CongurationMaintenanceAdminThis section allows you to change the administrator’s password and congure the server settings for your camera. You can also manage the user account(s) that are allowed to access to your camera.Admin Password:Camera Name:LED Control:User Access Control:Snapshot URL Authentication:OSD Time:Add User Account:User List:To change the admin password used to log into the web interface, enter the old password, then enter the new password and retype it in the next text box, then click Apply.Specify a name for your cameraSelect Normal to enable the LED on the front of the device, or select O to disable the LED. Turning this o may be useful if you do not want the camera to be noticable.Select Enable to enable user access control or Disable to allow only the administrator account to access the camera.Select Enable to allow access to the current camera snapshot via the web address indicated.Select Enable to allow the current time to be added to the camera video, and select a color to use for the text.You can create new users to provide viewing access for your camera’s video. User accounts will only be able to access the Live Video section of the web conguration interface, but cannot access any other parts or change any settings. To create a new user, enter a user name, password, and retype the password, then click Add. A maximum of 8 user accounts can be created.Displays the account names of authorized users. You can modify or delete an account by clicking on its modify or delete icon.
39D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 39Section 3 - CongurationSystemThis section allows you to save and restore your conguration, restore the factory settings, and/or restart the camera.Save To Local Hard Drive:Load From Local Hard Drive:Restore To Factory Default:Rebbot The Device:Click the Save Configuration button to save the current camera conguration to your local PC.To load a previously saved conguration, click the Browse... button, select your saved conguration le, then click the Restore Conguration From File button.Click the Restore Factory Defaults button to reset all settings back to the factory defaults. Please note that this will erase any changes you have made to the settings of the camera.Click the Reboot the Device button to reboot the camera.
40D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 40Section 3 - CongurationFirmware UpgradeYour current rmware version and date will be displayed on your screen. You may go to the D-Link Support Page to check for the latest rmware versions available. To upgrade the rmware on your DCS-931L, download the latest rmware from the D-Link Support Page to your local hard drive. Click the Browse... button and select the rmware le, then click the Upload button to start the rmware upgrade.Warning: The rmware upgrade process must not be interrupted or the camera may be damaged. When upgrading rmware, do not unplug the camera or your PC or close your web browser until the process is complete. It is also highly recommended that you use a wired connection for your camera and PC when upgrading rmware.
41D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 41Section 3 - CongurationStatusDevice InfoThis section displays all the detailed information about your device and network settings.
42D-Link DCS-931L User Manual 42Section 3 - CongurationActive UserThis page lists all the active users’ information including the User Name, IP address, and the time that camera access began.
43D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 4 - TroubleshootingTroubleshooting1. What is Remote Access? How do I enable it?Remote Access allows you to access your camera from any PC connected to the Internet through a web browser. This lets you view your camera feed and manage your camera’s settings when you’re away from home. To enable Remote Access, simply go through the Camera Installation Wizard included on the Installation CD that came in your package. You can also download the wizard from the following websites:DCS-931L: http://DCS-931L.mydlink.comAfter going through the wizard, you should see Remote Status: Enabled on the summary page.If you see Remote Status: Disabled, make sure that:...the front LED on your camera is lit solid green...your Internet connection is working...your router’s LAN & WAN connections are working properly...your router has UPnP enabled (if your router does not support UPnP, please refer to Appendix A)...your router can get a public IP...your router is upgraded to the latest rmware...you have tried rebooting your router by unplugging it, then plugging it back inAfter checking the above items, you can click the Retry button to refresh the summary screen to see if Remote Access has been enabled.2. What can I do if I forget my password?If you forget your password, you will need to perform a hard reset of your camera. This process will change all your settings back to the factory defaults.To reset your camera, please use an unfolded paperclip to press and hold the RESET button for at least 3 seconds while your camera is plugged in.
44D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 4 - Troubleshooting3. Why does the LED not light up?The power supply might be faulty. Conrm that you are using the provided DC 5V power supply for this network camera. Verify that the power supply is correctly connected. If the camera is functioning normally, the LED may have been disabled. See “Admin” on page 38 for information about how to enable the LED.4. Why is the camera’s network connection unreliable?There might be a problem with the network cable. To conrm that the cables are working, PING the address of a known device on the network. If the cabling is OK and your network is reachable, you should receive a reply similar to the following (…bytes = 32 time = 2 ms). Another possible problem may be that the network device such as a hub or switch utilized by the Network Camera is not functioning properly. Please conrm the power for the devices are well connected and functioning properly.5. Why does the Network Camera work locally but not remotely?This might be caused by the rewall protection. Check the Internet rewall with your system administrator. The rewall may need to have some settings changed in order for the Network Camera to be accessible outside your local LAN. For more information, please refer to the section about installing your camera behind a router. Make sure that the Network Camera isn’t conicting with any Web server you may have running on your network. The default router setting might be a possible reason. Check that the conguration of the router settings allow the Network Camera to be accessed outside your local LAN.6. Why does a series of broad vertical white lines appear through out the image?It could be that the image sensor has become overloaded when it has been exposed to bright light such as direct exposure to sunlight or halogen lights. Reposition the camera into a more shaded area immediately, as prolonged exposure to bright lights will damage the sensor.7. The camera is producing noisy images. How can I solve the problem?The video images might be noisy if the camera is used in a very low light environment.
45D-Link DCS-931L User ManualSection 4 - Troubleshooting8. The images are poor quality, how can I improve the image quality?Make sure that your computer’s display properties are set to at least 6-bit color. Using 16 or 256 colors on your computer will produce dithering artifacts in the image, making the image look as if it is of poor quality. You may also need to check your image settings to make sure the brightness, contrast, and other settings are set properly. For more, refer to”Image Setup” on page 28.9. Why are no images available through the Web browser?ActiveX might be disabled. If you are viewing the images from Internet Explorer make sure ActiveX has been enabled in the Internet Options menu. You may also need to change the security settings on your browser to allow the ActiveX plug-in to be installed. If you are using Internet Explorer with a version number lower than 6, then you will need to upgrade your Web browser software in order to view the streaming video transmitted by the Network Camera.
46D-Link DCS-931L User ManualTechnical SpecicationsTechnical SpecicationsSYSTEM REQUIREMENTS• Microsoft Windows® 8/7/Vista/XP, or Mac with OS X 10.6 or higher• PC with 1.3 GHz or above and at least 128 MB RAM• Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 12, Safari 4, or Chrome 20 or higher version with Java installed and enabledNETWORKING PROTOCOL• IPV4, ARP, TCP, UDP, ICMP• DHCP Client• NTP Client (D-Link)• DNS Client• DDNS Client (Dyndns and D-Link)• SMTP Client• FTP Client• HTTP Server• PPPoE• UPnP Port ForwardingBUILTIN PROTOCOL • 10/100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet• 802.11b/g/n WLANWIRELESS CONNECTIVITY• 802.11b/g/n Wireless with WEP/WPA/WPA2 security• WPSWIRELESS TRANSMIT OUTPUT POWER• 18.7 dbm for 802.11b, 23.7 dbm for 802.11g, 23.6 dbm for 802.11n (HT20), 22.4 dbm for 802.11n (HT40)SDRAM• 64 MBFLASH MEMORY• 8 MBRESET BUTTON• Reset to factory defaultVIDEO CODECS• H.264• MJPEG• JPEG for still imagesVIDEO FEATURES• Adjustable image size and quality• Time stamp and text overlay• Flip and MirrorRESOLUTION• 640 x 480 at up to 30 fps• 320 x 240 at up to 30 fps• 160 x 112 at up to 30 fpsLENS• Focal length: 3.15 mm, F2.8SENSOR• VGA 1/5 inch CMOS sensorMINIMUM ILLUMINATION• 1 lux @ F2.8
47D-Link DCS-931L User ManualTechnical SpecicationsVIEWING ANGLE• Horizontal: 45.3°• Vertical: 34.5°• Diagonal: 54.9°DIGITAL ZOOM• Up to 4x3A CONTROL• AGC (Auto Gain Control)• AWB (Auto White Balance)• AES (Auto Electronic Shutter)POWER• Input: 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz• Output: 5 V DC, 1 A• External AC-to-DC switching power adapterDIMENSIONS W X D X H• Including the bracket and stand: 65.8 x 65 x 126 mm• Camera only: 27.2 x 60 x 96 mmWEIGHT• 83 g (without bracket and stand)MAX POWER CONSUMPTION • 3.5 WOPERATION TEMPERATURE• 0 ˚C to 40 ˚C (32 ˚F to 104 ˚F)STORAGE TEMPERATURE• -20 ˚C to 70 ˚C (-4 ˚F to 158 ˚F)HUMIDITY• 20-80% RH non-condensingEMISSION EMI, SAFETY & OTHER CERTIFICATIONS• FCC Class B• IC• C-Tick• CE
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FCC Notices This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION: Change or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: --Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. --Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. --Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. --Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this device could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. RF exposure warning This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance."
Canada Notices This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable. Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20 cm de distance entre la source de rayonnement et votre corps.

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